GRL Pep Talks: Real Conversations for Real Growth

Your go-to space for leadership, confidence, identity, team culture, and the everyday challenges young women and student-athletes navigate.

GRL Pep Talks is where honest conversations meet practical support. Whether you’re a student-athlete, a young woman finding your voice, or someone building confidence and belonging, these Pep Talks are designed to help you grow in ways that actually fit your life.

You’ll find stories, worksheets, research-backed tools, and quiet reminders that you’re not alone in what you’re navigating. This is your space for clarity, connection, and the kind of leadership that starts from within — on and off the field.

From Appearance to Achievement: How Exercise Transforms Body Image

From Appearance to Achievement: How Exercise Transforms Body Image

When I'm running, my body transforms from an object to be judged into a powerful vehicle of achievement. Discover how exercise shifts our focus from appearance to ability, and why this mental transformation is so valuable for those struggling with body image—even when race photos threaten to undo this progress.

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