Part 3: The Journey to The Olympics
What does it take to rise through the cracks, defy expectations, and find your place on the world’s biggest stage? In Part 3 of this inspiring series, we dive deeper into the journey of Tori West, an Olympic heptathlete who turned setbacks into stepping stones.
From competing in four heptathlons across four countries in just 11 weeks to battling injuries, self-doubt, and the weight of expectations, Tori opens up about:
- The hard road to qualifying for the Olympics
- The unforgettable moment of walking into the stadium and feeling like she belonged
- How failure and resilience shaped her into the person she is today
- Why it’s not about the achievements, but who you become in the process
This episode is a powerful reminder that the journey is just as important as the destination. Whether you’re an athlete, a dreamer, or someone navigating your own challenges, this conversation will inspire you to keep pushing forward.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - The Hardest Thing I’ve Ever Done
2:30 - Four Heptathlons in 11 Weeks
4:15 - Believing in Myself When No One Else Did
6:00 - Walking into the Stadium: Feeling Like I Belonged
8:15 - Lessons from Failure and Setbacks
10:00 - It’s Not About the Achievements, It’s About Who You Become
11:30 - Final Reflections and What’s Next
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