Being Athlete Being Human Podcast
17 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIntroducing BEING ATHLETE - BEING HUMAN with Lena Bradaric! I'm Lena Bradaric, a former professional basketball and German National Team player and certified health coach. During my career as a professional athlete, I struggled with all kinds of eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia and orthorexia, body image issues, performance anxiety, severe physical injuries like ACL surgery or shoulder surgery, a millions of insecurities, self-doubt and depression. I experienced all of this while performing on the highest level in Europe.
Here, on BEING ATHLETE - BEING HUMAN, I will talk honestly about the life as a pro athlete and drop the fake. Together with interview guests, we will address topics related to relationships, career, self esteem, parents, coaches, health and much more.
Let's change this competitive sports world from a hard, selfish, “no feelings allowed”, introverted, “ellbows-out” world into a genuine, accepting, open, authentic, compassionate & connected world.
Let's become #Nextlevelathletes that are true role models for not only ourselves, our teams, our families or friends, but also for the next generations.
The first episode drops on Sunday, August 29th. Before you forget, follow BEING ATHLETE - BEING HUMAN so you'll get every show as soon as it's released.
Love,
Lena
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Episodes
Dealing with Perfectionism
August 14, 2023 01:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB VideoJoin me on a transformative solo episode of "Being Athlete - Being Human", as we tackle the intriguing world of perfectionism. I uncover subtle signs of perfectionism and offer four reflective questions to help you gain a better understanding and compassion towards your perfectionism. Discover powerful ways to reframe behaviors and break free from the chains of perfectionism, leading to a more balanced, fulfilling life. Connect with me on Instagram @lena_bradaric and leave a review here if...
Drinking, Party, Workaholic - Cory Camp an extroverted introvert
November 03, 2022 23:08 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBCory Camp is a former swimmer that shares his personal journey with transitioning careers, struggling with drinking, and partying, as well as working too much. Cory is very vulnerable and shares how he found his way to a more aligned lifestyle as an extroverted introvert when Covid-19 first hit. Thank you, Cory, for being so brave and honest, as well as for your great work! Follow Cory on Instagram, check out his book. Follow me on Instagram. DO YOU WANT TO JOIN MY ITALY RETREAT IN 20...
My book Chapter 2: "Aphrodite" (in german)
October 24, 2022 00:40 - 14 minutes - 11 MBThis is a part of my second chapter of my book. The story of "Aphrodite" will take you to a moment in my life where my inner world crashed. From this moment on, I questioned my beauty, my belonging in this world. I read this story out loud in German. If you're an English speaker and want a preview of my book, DM me, please ([email protected]). *WHERE IS THE BEAUTY IN OUR WORLD? *Ich freue mich auf dein Feedback. THANK YOU!!! Love, Lena www.lenabradaric.com Instagram:...
Being a gay, male individual struggling with an eating disorder
October 04, 2022 23:11 - 54 minutes - 36 MBToday I speak with Eric Pothen who is an advocate for eating disorders, body image and the LGBTQ+ community. Eric shares his personal journey on struggling with Anorexia and his sexuality. He shares his recovery, coming out experience and any advice he has for anyone going through something similar. TRIGGER WARNING: The following types of content: eating disorders! Please seek medical attention if you struggle with an eating disorder! Check out Eric here: https://www.instagram.com/epoth...
The secrets of astrology & Lena's birth chart
August 10, 2022 16:54 - 58 minutes - 36 MBHeidi Rose Robbins has been a professional astrologer for 25 years, helping thousands of clients all over the globe live with more authenticity and clarity. She hosts two podcasts, THE RADIANCE PROJECT, featuring poetry, astrology, and good company, and CHART YOUR CAREER, with co-host Ellen Fondiler. Twice a year, she leads Radiant Life Retreats, for people wishing to take a deeper dive into her work. Heidi has written two books of poetry, This Beckoning Ceaseless Beauty and Wild Compassion,...
Weight stigma & how eating disorders show up in so many
April 24, 2022 00:09 - 56 minutes - 32.4 MBDr. Gaudiani is an eating disorders expert physician and the Founder and Medical Director of the Gaudiani Clinic. Board Certified in Internal Medicine, she completed her undergraduate degree at Harvard, medical school at Boston University School of Medicine, and her internal medicine residency and chief residency at Yale, where she won numerous clinical awards. In 2008, she was one of the founding team members of the ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders at Denver Health. After seven great years...
No Period, Diet culture & body shaming
January 31, 2022 17:35 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBDr. Nicola Rinaldi has a PhD in biology from MIT. Since experiencing hypothalamic amenorrhea (missing periods) herself, Dr. Rinaldi has been on a mission to spread awareness of the condition and how to recover. Florence Gillet is a certified Eating Psychology coach, a recovered dieter, a feminist and a mother of two. Both help women recover from HA, disordered eating and diet culture. Follow on Insta: @noperiodnowwhat & @body.bodyimage Online: http://www.beyondbodyimage.com/ & https://w...
Diet culture, body image & period loss
December 08, 2021 21:19 - 1 hour - 39 MBHave you ever done a diet? Did you ever want to loose weight? Have you felt guilty about eating dessert before? Today, Chlo and I talk about diet culture, body image and being obsessed about food, weight and health. She shares her personal journey, how she recovered from an eating disorder, why she lost her period for 11 years & how she got not only her period, but her life and happiness back. Follow Chlo on Instagram: @flowwithchlo Follow Lena on Instagram: @lena_bradaric Please leave...
Identity & how to deal with change
November 06, 2021 03:21 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MB Video🌀Are you experiencing #change in your life right now? 🌀Do you feel insecure what to do next? 🌀Do you feel like you’re not where you’re meant to be yet? . In this #soloepisode I am sharing my personal #experience with #transitioning from one career to another & how I deal with #uncertainty.💃🏼 . ✅Go to #applepodcast or #spotify now & listen #forfree! Type in BEING ATHLETE BEING HUMAN - Lena Bradaric.✅ ➡️Tag a #friend that supports you in any moments of change to SAY THANK YOU in the #c...
When rituals become an obsession & how to find peace
October 18, 2021 18:25 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBDo you like having routines? Do you have rituals? What if those routines and rituals become an obsession though? Ian Johnson, former professional athlete, talks about his journey with OCD, his rock bottom moments and how he found peace again! You'll find OCD resources below: www.treatmyocd.com www.iocdf.org www.ocduk.org Ian's book: https://www.amazon.com/Bounce-Echo-Dying-Love-Game/dp/0997241748 Please leave a review if you liked the episode! Love, Lena
Eating disorders: Lena's personal story as a pro player
October 10, 2021 04:14 - 1 hour - 51 MBFood is fuel. But what if food becomes more than that? What if food becomes a coping mechanism to create a feeling of control and safety in your life? What if you feel consumed by your thoughts about calories, working out, clean eating, the number on your scale? In this episode, I'm sharing my personal story as a pro basketball player struggling with eating disorders, such as anorexia, bulimia and orthorexia. Gerry is still part of me today, but he is not running the show in my life anym...
OCD: What is it & how to overcome OCD (Obsessive compulsive disorder)
October 01, 2021 21:54 - 44 minutes - 28.5 MBWhat is OCD? What is the difference between being a perfectionist vs. having OCD? Cali Werner, 2020 olympic trials participant talks about her own struggle with OCD since she was 4 years old until she became a long-distance runner in college and how to manage OCD. Check out Cali here: Children book: https://www.authorhouse.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/827230-anxious-annie @caliroperwerner Check out Lena here: @lena_bradaric www.lenabradaric.com Don't forget to leave a review & ...
EATING DISORDER & BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER as an athlete
September 26, 2021 01:43 - 1 hour - 36.2 MBBritt Moore (Canada) played professionally basketball overseas. During her career she struggled from eating disorder & borderline personality disorder. A lot of pro athletes have great resources when it comes to physical training, but no mental support. For anyone going struggling, I encourage you to seek out help. You are not alone. I am here for you! And don't forget to subscribe this podcast & leave a review. Follow Brittany: www.brittanymoorestudio.com / @@britt_mooreee Follow Lena:...
From PRO PLAYER to HOLLYWOOD: Changing careers is not easy!
September 18, 2021 20:26 - 54 minutes - 51.8 MBWhat is the life after being a pro athlete like? What should I do after playing? When is the right time to change careers? Those questions are not easy to answer. The transition between one career to another is difficult and takes courage, as well as PATIENCE. Former pro basketball player Meagan Fulps talks about her journey from growing up in Colorado, studying next to Silicon Valley (@Santa Clara University), playing overseas and working for the famous TV shows "SCANDAL" & "HOW TO GET AW...
SEXUALITY: How to be open about it & live your truth
September 12, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 31.2 MBHow to stay true to yourself & your SEXUALITY without the fear of being rejected or judged by parents or others? Melissa shares her journey as a pro player & how she dealt with dark depression, as well as how she stayed true to herself & her SEXUALITY even though her parents did not accept it at first. Today, Melissa lives with her beautiful wife Brittany & their baby son Sanford. Congrats to you both! Follow: @m_jeltema10 & @lena_bradaric Don't forget to leave a review & subscribe to...
Growing up with NBA legend DIRK NOWITZKI
September 05, 2021 07:00 - 59 minutes - 52.3 MBHow is it to be the sister of an NBA legend like Dirk Nowitzki? Silke Mayer shares her story and talks about when she felt empty even though she had "everything". An authentic conversation on: - how to find your thing - what it means to live by the mantra "Every day is game day!" - what to do when feeling empty Thank you Silke for this inspiring talk! Don't forget to follow or subscribe now. And if you liked this episode, please leave a review. Hope to see you next Sunday on "BEING...
BEING ATHLETE - BEING HUMAN PODCAST Premieres Sunday, Sep 5th!
August 26, 2021 20:56 - 4 minutes - 5.52 MBIntroducing BEING ATHLETE - BEING HUMAN with Lena Bradaric! I'm Lena Bradaric, a former professional basketball and German National Team player and certified health coach. During my career as a professional athlete, I struggled with all kinds of eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia and orthorexia, body image issues, performance anxiety, severe physical injuries like ACL surgery or shoulder surgery, a millions of insecurities, self-doubt and depression. I experienced all of this while perf...