Health & Fitness

The Athlete's Lens

by Leah Iglesias

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E13 | Protecting Mental Health in High Performance with Laura Collins

October 12, 2026 · 47 min

So often in sport, we're taught to push through discomfort, embrace pressure, and keep performing. But what happens when the environment you're in starts taking more from you than it's giving? In this episode of The Athlete’s Lens, I sit…
E12 | You Can’t Outperform Under-Fueling with Stephanie Militano

September 16, 2026 · 47 min

In this episode, Stephanie Militano, Registered Sports Dietitian, joins us to unpack what it means to fuel as an athlete in today’s world. ⚠️ Please note this episode includes conversations around eating disorders, disordered eating, body…
E11 | How Sport Built an Entrepreneur: Corporate to SLB Founder with Meredith Hudson

August 5, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

Most female athletes encounter a messy backpack, but Meredith Hudson decided to change the game… literally. With zero background in retail or entrepreneurship, she drew on her sports discipline and never-give-up mindset to create SLB, a…
E10 | The Power of Lowering Expectations after College Sports with Gini Grimsley

July 24, 2026 · 55 min

Most athletes know how to train for performance but what happens when the game is over? A lot athletes struggle with redefining training after their sports career ends and many fall into harmful patterns of pushing too hard or giving up…
E9 | The Performance Blueprint with Archie Watts

July 10, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

In this episode, Archie Watts shares his journey, drawing on his six years of college soccer and all he has learned in building his own coaching business. We talk through the biggest differences between English and American soccer…

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E8 | 23 for 23 Reintroducing Me

July 1, 2026 · 37 min

It's time to get to know me. After some time away, I am back to reintroduce myself and get this podcast back up and running. In a world where the pressure to perform can be overwhelming, athletes often find themselves at the crossroads of…
E7 | Stepping Away to Come Back Stronger with Emily Brooks

April 23, 2026 · 44 min

In this conversation, Emily Brooks talks about her journey to qualifying for the Boston Marathon, the impact of social media in the fitness space, and the importance of working with a dietitian. She completed her undergraduate degree at…
E6 | Redefining Fitness Through Community with Laci Miller

March 18, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

In this episode, Laci Miller offers a unique perspective through her lens as a coach. From her cycling classes at her University Rec center to becoming a Head Coach at Orange Theory Fitness while still in undergrad, she has redefined what…
E5 | Life Beyond Running with Makenzie Steele

March 4, 2026 · 46 min

In this episode, Makenzie Steele shares her journey and perspective as a previous Division I student-athlete, content creator, and future sports business professional. After graduating from Clemson with a degree in marketing and a minor in…
E4 | Finding Your “Why” Beyond the Field with Nicolette Caneda

February 4, 2026 · 53 min

In this episode, we are joined by Nicolette Caneda, a former Division 1 soccer athlete turned F45 coach, for an honest and inspiring conversation about life in sports beyond the game. Nicolette reflects on her journey and the lessons she…
E3 | Separating Worth from Achievement with Wiktoria Fronc

January 21, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

In this conversation, Wiktoria Fronc shares her journey from playing semi-professional football in England to pursuing a Division I soccer career in the United States, before returning home to England uncertain of what was next. While…
E2 | From Obstacles to Advocacy with Amy Schwem

January 7, 2026 · 42 min

In this episode, we sit down with not only an extraordinary student-athlete, but an inspiring human whose journey is defined by resilience, self-awareness, and advocacy. Amy Schwem was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease just as she took…

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About the show

Welcome to The Athlete’s Lens, the podcast that goes beyond the field to explore what truly fuels greatness. I’m your host, Leah, a former Division I soccer player and future psychologist. This podcast takes you inside the world of sports, fitness, human behavior, and healthy living to uncover the habits, mindset, and lifestyle that drive peak performance both on and off the field. Join me to sit down with athletes, coaches, fitness lovers, and professionals to share real stories, practical insights, and powerful strategies that will inspire you to push your limits and become stronger physically and mentally. Whether you’re chasing a specific goal, wanting to build healthier habits, or simply looking for inspiration to live with more balance and purpose, The Athlete’s Lens offers the tools and motivation you need to perform at your best. Want to be a guest? Fill out the form below and lets get you on the podcast :) https://forms.gle/DDRD6SGyFHSMttnv8