Breaking the Surface: The Safe-Space for Female College Athletes
Have you ever felt alone as a female athlete in your sport? It’s okay, me too. Hello there! My name is Hallory Domnick, and I am a college female athlete at the University of Northern Iowa! I’ve experienced all the highs and lows that come with sports. From injuries to heartbreak to wins and triumph, it has shaped me into the athlete I am today. I understand what it’s like to be alone as an athlete because I’ve been there. I’ve had to sacrifice so much to get to the level of competition I am today, and...
The Transition to Retirement!
Welcome to Episode 5! In this episode, I will be talking about my experience recently retiring from swimming. My last ever season with the Panthers ended 2 months ago, and since I've had time to process it all, I will share my experience competing in my last ever swim meet, the aftermath of it all, and finally my fears about retirement, in addition to some tips I'll offer as well. Tune in to Episode 5: The Transition to Retirement!
Nutrition + Sleep!
Welcome to Episode 4! In this episode, we will discuss nutrition and sleep among college athletes. We dive into three different parts of a routine, which include the importance of good nutrition and sleep, a nutrition plan, and finally, sleep. In addition, I'll discuss some helpful tips and tricks about how to improve your nutrition and sleep, so tune in to Episode 4: Nutrition + Sleep!
Impostor Syndrome!
Welcome to Episode 3! In this episode, we will discuss impostor syndrome among college athletes. We dive into three different parts of a routine, which include defining imposter syndrome and breaking down the definition, why college athletes are more likely to experience it, and how to overcome it. In addition, I'll discuss tips and tricks about impostor syndrome that may be helpful, so tune in to Episode 3: Imposter Syndrome.
Positive Self-Talk!
Welcome to Episode 2! In this episode, we will discuss positive self-talk as college athletes. We dive into three different parts of a routine, which include the moments when positive self-talk is the most needed, sharing go-to words, phrases, or other positive self-talk ideas, and lastly having positive self-talk with your teammates and coaches! In addition, I'll discuss tips and tricks about positive self-talk that may be helpful, so tune into Episode 2: Positive Self-Talk!
Routine as an Athlete!
Welcome to Episode 1! In this episode, we will discuss routines as college athletes. We dive into three different parts of a routine, which include how you create a routine, how you feel when your routine gets interrupted or changed around, and favorite types of routines athletes may have! In addition, I'll discuss tips and tricks to a routine that may be helpful, so tune on into Episode 1: Routine as an Athlete!
Trailer: Welcome to Breaking the Surface
Have you ever felt alone as a female athlete in your sport? It’s okay, me too. Hello there! My name is Hallory Domnick, and I am a college female athlete at the University of Northern Iowa! I’ve experienced all the highs and lows that come with sports. From injuries to heartbreak to wins and triumph, it has shaped me into the athlete I am today.
I understand what it’s like to be alone as an athlete because I’ve been there. I’ve had to sacrifice so much to get to the level of competition...
