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Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode, Olympic artistic swimmer and podiatrist Jacqueline Simoneau joins Dive Beyond Sport to reflect on pursuing two lifelong dreams, competing at three Olympic Games, and building a career in medicine alongside elite sport. Jacqueline shares how she discovered artistic swimming after competing across multiple sports, overcame physical challenges that did not naturally suit her chosen discipline, and learned to advocate for herself throughout her career. She also opens up about suffering a serious bleeding stomach ulcer as a teenager just weeks before Olympic qualification, returning from a three-year break from sport, and winning a World Championship title after using visualization, preparation, and trust in her instincts. Jacqueline discusses balancing seven years of university with international competition, finding purpose beyond sport, and her work advocating for athletes and healthier training environments. Show Notes • How can an athlete pursue two lifelong dreams while navigating the demands of elite sport and education. • Why understanding that there is no linear path can help athletes navigate uncertainty and long-term goals. • How can athletes balance high-performance sport with education and prepare for a meaningful life beyond competition. • What does overcoming physical limitations and unexpected obstacles teach us about adaptability and resilience. • How can self-advocacy help athletes make better decisions about their training, recovery, and performance. • What role does intrinsic motivation and having a clear purpose play in sustaining long-term success. • How can visualization, preparation, and trust in your own abilities help athletes perform under extreme pressure. • Why athlete voices need to be represented at the decision-making tables shaping the future of sport. • How can athletes challenge overtraining culture and create healthier, smarter approaches to high-performance sport. • What can Jacqueline Simoneau's journey teach us about ambition, self-advocacy, resilience, and building an identity beyond sport.= Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:29 Choosing Artistic Swimming 04:08 Multi Sport Advantage 07:29 Celiac Diagnosis Spark 09:13 Why Podiatry 11:13 Balancing School Sport 15:27 Finding Mentors Purpose 19:17 Ulcer Before Qualifying 24:05 Injury Stories Compared 31:39 Support Systems Behind Success 34:25 Doha Gold Strategy 35:54 Difficulty Becomes Strategy 36:39 Risky DD Jump for Finals 39:32 Breath Hold Preparation 45:00 Training Safety and Overload 48:05 Diving Side Stories 50:33 Why Athlete Representation Matters 58:15 Athlete Voice in Practice 59:45 Identity Beyond Sport 01:07:54 Many Hats and Farewell Guest Pick:
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