Olympic BMX star Sarah Walker has lived through it all: the glory of an Olympic silver medal, the pain of breaking 18 bones, and the terrifying reality of a serious brain injury that changed her personality.
In this episode of Between Two Beers, Sarah reveals:
- The mindset shift that turned fear into bravery.
- How she rebuilt her confidence after devastating injuries.
- What it really takes to compete at the Olympics when one mistake can end your career.
- The influence of legendary sports psychologist David Galbraith and the lessons she carried beyond sport.
This is not just a story about BMX. It’s about resilience, mental strength, and how to keep believing when the world tells you to stop.
📌 Chapters & Key Moments Inside:
- Overcoming brain injury and the fear of never riding again.
- The Olympic final that changed her life forever.
- Breaking 18 bones and finding courage through pain.
- Mindset techniques that anyone can use to perform under pressure.
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