S2:E8: Transitioning from Sport: Insights with Athlete Development Specialist, Mac St. Onge

Mind Your Fitness

In this episode, we welcome Mac St. Onge, a former athlete turned Athlete Development Specialist. Mac delves into her journey from a Division I ice hockey player to an advocate for athletes navigating life beyond sport via her platform, The Sideline Perspective. Highlights include a detailed breakdown of the 'RISE' framework for athletes dealing with injuries, the importance of celebrating small wins, and practical advice for athletes redefining their identity and their relationship with exercise and food post-retirement. Passionate about supporting athletes, Mac currently working for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committe (USOPC) as their Manager of Athlete Outreach and Engagment. She is also the founder of The Sideline Perspective, a community based platform where athletes and former athletes can come together to find connection, share stories, and move forward with purpose. In her work across various sports organizations, Mac hopes to make an impact on the culture of athletics in the United States. 00:00 Introduction to Mind Your Fitness Podcast 00:48 Meet Our Guest: Mack St. Auge 01:11 Mac's Journey and Career 03:40 The Sideline Perspective: Mission and Services 08:22 Challenges Athletes Face Post-Career 17:25 Supporting Injured Athletes: The RISE Framework 25:06 Advice for Retiring Athletes 31:26 Mindset Shifts and Embracing New Challenges 35:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts