Follow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode, Hannah Scott, a 26-year-old Olympic rower from Northern Ireland, joins the DIVE Beyond Sport podcast to share her inspiring journey. Hannah has competed in two Olympic Games, winning gold in the women's quadruple sculls at the Paris Olympics. She started rowing at 12 in a modest setting under a Chinese takeaway in her hometown, and later attended Princeton University on a rowing scholarship. Hannah discusses the challenges she faced, such as managing academics and sports, and her personal struggles with bone density issues caused by low energy availability. She also delves into the complexities of representing Northern Ireland on the global stage against a backdrop of political tensions. Hannah highlights the importance of hard work, networking, and community support in her journey. The episode also explores her future aspirations beyond her rowing career, emphasizing her desire to help others achieve their best. Show Notes • How does growing up in elite rowing shape discipline, identity, and expectations from a young age. • What happens when years of unseen training finally meet Olympic pressure on the world stage. • How do athletes navigate selection, injury, and uncertainty while still showing up every day to perform. • What does resilience look like when progress feels slow and results aren’t guaranteed. • How do you separate self-worth from medals, seats in the boat, and external validation. • What role does team culture play when success depends on collective trust rather than individual glory. • How can athletes stay grounded while chasing Olympic dreams and managing public expectation. • What are the quiet mental battles rowers face behind closed doors in high-performance environments. • How does vulnerability strengthen connection inside elite teams. • What can Hannah’s journey teach us about patience, perseverance, and redefining success beyond podiums. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Team Dynamics 00:46 Challenges and Coping Mechanisms in Rowing 01:17 Dealing with Illness and Injury 02:11 Energy Availability and Its Impact on Athletes 02:56 Personal Experiences with Low Energy Availability 03:59 The Importance of Proper Nutrition 10:08 Body Image and Functional Weight in Sports 14:35 The Role of Social Media in Shaping Perceptions 16:20 The Fascination with Social Experiments 16:55 Challenges of Growing Up Tall 17:56 Finding Confidence Through Sport 19:42 The Princeton Experience 22:15 Balancing University and Olympic Trials 24:25 Lessons from Tokyo and Preparing for Paris 25:42 Future Aspirations Beyond Rowing 28:39 Closing Thoughts and Reflections Guest Pick:

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