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The Injured Athletes Club

Carrie Jackson and Cindy Kuzma
Injury Recovery
Mental Health
Resilience
Sports Medicine
Chronic Injury
Re-Injury
Sports Injuries
Identity and Injury
Self-Compassion
Mental Health Support
Athlete Community Support
Coping Mechanisms
Mental Resilience
Rebound
Beach Volleyball
Decision Making
Mental Health Drills
Mental Performance
Anxiety
Recovery Strategies

We're sorry you're here, but we're glad you're with us! If you're lucky enough to call yourself an athlete, chances are you've been injured. One of the biggest challenges of injury is facing recovery alone. Now, you don't have to. Mental skills coach Carrie Jackson and journalist Cindy Kuzma interview athletes about how they've coped with sports injuries and come out stronger on the other side. An... more

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" How do I deal with expectations around timelines?"

—Every injured athlete, ever

In season 8 of The Injured Athletes Club podcast, mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question every other week about the mental side of overcoming injurie... more

" Surgeries one through three, there is still this fear around weight gain and therefore restriction. And I think part of me wants to know, is that a major factor in why I didn't heal well? I'm not going to dwell on that or guilt-trip myself over it;... more

" I've unfortunately faced a series of surgeries and setbacks over the last few years. While I feel like I have a supportive group of friends, I don't feel like my primary coach has been that understanding of the mental toll that this has taken on me... more

" It really helped me as a coach to be able to look at my athletes and remind them, it doesn't have to be about a PR, doesn't have to be about the best day you wanted, but it can be—if you're healthy—about the best day you have that day. And that can... more

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Tatum Vedder
Former collegiate volleyball player, registered dietitian, and certified personal trainer
Equilibrium Nutrition
Episode: 155 | Volleyball Player and Dietitian Tatum Vedder on Nourishing Your Recovery
Becki Spellman
Elite runner, coach, and Olympic Trials qualifier
Episode: 153 | Elite Runner and Coach Becki Spellman: Embracing Your Best Each Day
Ryan Medrano
Paralympic silver medalist, motivational speaker
Paralympics, Survivor alum
Episode: 151 | Paralympian Ryan Medrano on Visualizing Success—then Living It
Thomas E. Smith
Hockey player and co-founder of the Thomas E. Smith Foundation
Thomas E. Smith Foundation
Episode: 149 | Hockey Player and Marathoner Thomas E. Smith on Becoming What's Possible
Noelle Lambert
Two-time Paralympian, former collegiate lacrosse player, and reality TV participant
Episode: 145 | Paralympian Noelle Lambert: Breathing Life into a New Identity
Millie Paladino
Professional runner for New Balance
New Balance
Episode: 141 | Pro Runner Millie Paladino: Climbing the Mountain of Recovery
Civana Kuhlmann
Professional soccer player and advocate for athlete mental health
National Women's Soccer League
Episode: 139 | Professional Soccer Player Civana Kuhlmann: Strength in Vulnerability
Mia Lazarewicz
Personal trainer, American Ninja Warrior, competitive adult gymnast, and master's track athlete
Amplify Fitness Gym
Episode: 137 | Gymnast and Personal Trainer Mia Lazarewicz: On Identity, Hope, and Humanity
Lynn Rogers
Triathlete, scientist, author, and public speaker
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Episode: 135 | Triathlete Lynn Rogers: Beyond the Finish Line

Hosts

Cindy Kuzma
Journalist and co-host with a focus on injury recovery and mental health in athletics.
Carrie Jackson
Mental skills coach and co-host focusing on resilience and recovery techniques for injured athletes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • THANK YOU - from a musician

    Oh my goodness I am so happy I came across this program. I am a recent college music grad, and almost 2 years ago tore my lip while overplaying on trumpet, a tragically common injury for trumpet players. I'm still trying to come back to playing all this time later and it has been a long road! My experience led me to create a podcast just like this where I interview professional musicians who have gone through injury, and also give mindset/mental skills tips that have helped me get through my inj... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clark Lovell
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you for this.

    I love your book and have gifted it to quite a few friends recovering from injuries and surgeries. Now that I’m redefining my identity as a runner to an injured runner to maybe a new sport or new goals, I’ve found it again and am so happy it’s still going strong!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pulm/cc fellow
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful and Relatable

    Being an athlete has been my whole life. I never reached my full potential because the doctors and specialists could never find anything with my chronic pain. I finally found a surgeon who was willing to try a few things, and two surgeries later, I’m on the road to recovery. It has been a long and grueling process and your podcast has been an amazing staple in my present life as I work through the mental health aspect of the entire healing process. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone worki... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melskiiiiiiiiii
    United States4 years ago
  • Like free therapy

    I am a middle of the pack average 40 something not even a club runner who has been injured and unable to run with chronic bilateral heel pain for over a year. This podcast and the book are my new best friends who absolutely ‘get’ what is happening to me. Love it thank you so much ladies you can’t understand what a gift finding you has been for me

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jetpac31
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • College athletes must listen

    I am an injured college athlete and this podcast saved my life. The topics touched on are so beneficial to the mental recovery that comes with an injury. I spent the past semester being dismissed and feeling very isolated which lead to a slump in depression and after listening to this podcast I feel like I’m a person again and it gave me the motivation to keep working hard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1stingray
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Comments often highlight how valuable the podcast is for fostering a sense of belonging during challenging recovery times.
The hosts are commended for their empathetic approach and insightful discussions with guests.
Listeners appreciate the supportive community and practical strategies offered to deal with injury recovery.
Many find the content relatable and beneficial, particularly for mental health aspects related to athletic injuries.
Overall, the feedback indicates that the podcast serves as a much-needed resource for athletes facing setbacks.

Chart Rankings

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#109
Belgium/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#218
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Talking Points

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154 | Coach Carrie Answers a Question from Kat: Having Radical Honesty with Your Coach
Q: Do you have advice for Kat in this situation?
Carrie suggests that Kat should initiate a conversation with her coach, expressing her feelings and needs clearly, and assessing whether the coach can provide the support she needs.
155 | Volleyball Player and Dietitian Tatum Vedder on Nourishing Your Recovery
Q: What has this whole experience changed you as an athlete and as a person?
It has paved the way for my career and allowed me to work on myself and find valuable parts of myself beyond athleticism.
155 | Volleyball Player and Dietitian Tatum Vedder on Nourishing Your Recovery
Q: How are you doing today?
I'm doing pretty good. I definitely shouldn't and don't want to complain because last night I was playing beach volleyball at sunset after so many surgeries, so doing really well.
153 | Elite Runner and Coach Becki Spellman: Embracing Your Best Each Day
Q: How have your mindset and attitudes about injury shifted through the years?
Initially, I would blame myself for injuries, but over time I've learned that injuries are just a part of the sport and not a reflection of my ability or commitment.
152 | Coach Carrie Answers Two Questions: Don't Play the Self-Blame Game
Q: How can you ever live without fear of re-injury or self-blame?
Feeling fear of re-injury is normal after multiple injuries, but it's essential to move through recovery without carrying shame or blame.

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What is The Injured Athletes Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the experiences of athletes navigating injuries, this podcast provides a supportive platform for discussing the physical and mental challenges that accompany injury recovery. The engaging conversations, led by mental skills coach Carrie Jackson and journalist Cindy Kuzma, often feature interviews with a diverse range of athletes—both professional and amateur—who share their personal stories and strategies for coping with adversity. Listeners benefit from insights on resilience, mental health tools, and practical strategies to maintain a positive mindset during prolonged recovery periods. Unique aspects include an emphasis on the psychological impacts of injury, the importance of community support, and actionable mental drills tha... more

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1. Tatum Vedder
2. Becki Spellman
3. Ryan Medrano
4. Thomas E. Smith
5. Noelle Lambert
6. Millie Paladino
7. Civana Kuhlmann
8. Mia Lazarewicz

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