Carrie chats with 3-time Olympian Shannon Rowbury, one of the most decorated middle-distance runners in U.S. history! They discuss Shannon’s recent upgrade to the 2012 Olympic Bronze medal, the highs and lows of the sport, and her current goals as she trains for the NYC Marathon. Shannon shares her mindset as she approaches this new distance, how running now feeds her heart and spirit, and life after competitive racing. They also swap fun broadcast stories, offering a peek behind the scenes of sports commentary.
Recorded October 18, 2024
Shannon Rowbury
One of the most accomplished U.S. track athletes of all time, Shannon’s longevity in her sport is inspiring. Her honors include 3x Olympian, 2x World Bronze medalist, World Record Holder (DMR), former American Record Holder at three distances (1500m, 2 miles, 5000m), and ranked top 10 in the world for a decade. In 2024, Shannon was upgraded to Olympic Bronze for London 2012, making her the first American woman to medal in that event. Shannon is the co-founder of Imagining More, a non-profit organization that promotes arts and athletics for young women. She was selected by the U.S. Department of State to serve as a Sports Envoy to Morocco on the topic of “Women’s Empowerment Through Sport.”
Shannon’s profound understanding of sport, leadership & innovative thinking make her uniquely qualified to add value to any business setting. She combines her strategic thinking, poise under pressure, positivity, and perspective to speak from a place of humility and provide relatable advice. Her business leadership workbook Medalist Mindset™ leverages the sports performance principles of Olympic athletes to help business professionals elevate their game.
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