Part I with Kendra Chambers: Uncovering Her Journey to Pro Track & Field

After a lifetime of feeling different, Kendra Chambers discovers the power of individual achievement and the freedom of pushing her own body to its limits when she unlocks her athletic potential, becoming a champion runner and an inspiring role model for her community.

In this episode, you will be able to:

1. Discover Kendra Chambers' inspiring journey towards becoming a professional track and field star.
2. Understand the crucial part parents play in nurturing their child's passion for sports.
3. Learn to strike a balance between personal ties and the sacrifices needed in professional athletics.
4. Develop mental resilience and adjust to the natural progression of age throughout an athlete's career.
5. Realize the significance of pursuing a larger purpose than just individual achievements. 

Kendra Chambers is a professional track and field athlete with a compelling journey to success. Growing up in El Paso, Texas, Kendra participated in various sports, including soccer and dance, before discovering her passion for track and field in high school.

Her innate competitiveness and dedication to the sport propelled her to win the Texas State Championship in the 400 meters during her senior year. Kendra's parents played an instrumental role in her development, allowing her to navigate her own path while providing unwavering support. As a guest on "Getting Gritty with Dr. J", Kendra shares her story to inspire and motivate track and field enthusiasts.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:02:27 - Kendra's Childhood

00:06:14 - Kendra's Journey to Becoming a Track and Field Athlete

00:08:31 - Thoughts on Kids Playing Multiple Sports

00:12:06 - Kendra's Drive and Sacrifice

00:15:10 - The Importance of Parenting

00:16:32 - Examples of Parental Support

00:18:40 - Kendra's Love for Running

00:24:13 - The Innate Need to Push Yourself

00:28:20 - Kendra's Dreamer Mentality

00:30:17 - Early Inspiration from Dominique Dawes

00:32:26 - Choosing a College and Transferring

00:37:11 - Continuing to Compete

00:40:17 - Mental Growth and Training with Age

00:43:37 - Not Making It and the Importance of Giving It Your All

00:46:13 - Understanding Your Purpose is Greater Than You

00:47:52 - Leaving a Lasting Impact Beyond Athletics

00:48:28 - Being More Than Just an Athlete

00:49:11 - Mental Skills of Being an Athlete

Getting' Gritty with Dr. J Podcast Website: 

www.gettingrittypodcast.com