Olympic Legend Dara Torres on New Coaching Gig, Motivation & More
Oct 22, 2024•28 min•Ep. 52
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Episode description
Olympic legend Dara Torres has 12 Olympic medals from 5 Olympic games and one of the longest Olympic careers to date. The swimmer had two 'retirements' and two major comebacks because her passion for the sport was so deep and she was eager to compete. When not in the pool, Dara has dipped her toes in sports broadcasting, motivational speaking, writing and now, coaching. She is the new head coach for the Boston College swimming and diving program and she's eager to find their potential. Today we dive in to:
- First coaching gig - why now felt right & hopes for the BC program
- Iconic Olympic career - what fueled her to keep competing
- Eating Disorder Struggles & how she has shifted that experience to help her overcome other challenges and how it has helped shape her coaching philosophy
- Most proud moments of 26-year swimming career
Follow along with Dara Torres on social: @swimdara
Follow along with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly
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