As we enter the winter months, I wanted to bring two of my very favorite people together to help us all look at our busy lives and find ways to slow down, to rest and to heal. Nealee and Kelsey bring a refreshing perspective to what an Unsung Athlete really is, valuing balance so that we can continue to show up to our craft, our lives and our world.

In this episode of the Unsung Athlete Podcast, Shannon Rose dives into the social, emotional and mental load that we carry as Unsung Athletes. We have built lives that depend on us showing up each and everyday, without excuse, yet we rarely acknowledge what it takes to continually support that life, including our own athletic ambitions. Be ready to face the hard truths of our own choices and our own graces.

In this episode, I get the rare opportunity to sit down with my very own MMA coach and mentor, Nakita Kratzke. Nakita is the definition of quietly determined, always showing up for herself and the world around her, with conviction. From an early age she knew she needed to work for the things she wanted and work she did. Nakita gives insight into what it's like to continually build your dream around you, from burnout to comeback, she shows us how to love our craft no matter what the circumstances. You don't want to miss her message to the world.

In this episode, I dive into the combat athlete and dad world of Jereme Bates. Jereme is a dad to three young athletes and my long-time martial arts training partner. Jereme knows that when life gives you a second chance, you better show-up and take it full on. This episode is sure to inspire you no matter what stage of life you are at, to get up and get moving, feeling grateful everyday for all that you have.

In this episode I sit down with my fellow kick-ass training partner and fighter, Amanda York. Amanda has built her life the way she wants it... out of hard work, dedication and persistence. She shares her secrets to being a lifelong athlete in a world that doesn't always make it easy. Get ready to be inspired!