It All Started with a Bet: How Jenn Ryan Continues to Fuel Her Passion

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Summary

Jenn shares her journey into CrossFit, starting with a bet and falling in love with the sport. She talks about her background in sports and her passion for team sports. Jenn emphasizes the importance of community in CrossFit and the positive attitude she brings to the gym. She discusses the differences between competing as an individual and as part of a team, highlighting the mental and physical preparation required. Jenn reflects on her proudest moments in competition and shares her current position in her CrossFit career.  She discusses the importance of discipline in managing her nutrition and schedule, and how it helps her cope with stress. She emphasizes the need for structure and meal planning, focusing on protein and colorful, nutrient-rich foods. Jenn also shares her experience of transitioning from being a CrossFit athlete to finding a new identity and passion in her business. She talks about the benefits of IV and injectable therapies and how they can improve nutrient absorption. Jenn's superpower is helping others believe in themselves, and she is working on remaining calm and seeing things from others' perspectives. To recharge, she enjoys spending time with her dogs at the beach or park.

Takeaways

• Pursue What Makes You Happy: In career transitions, it’s essential to focus on what brings you joy and fulfillment. Jenn found value and happiness in helping others, which guided her career changes.

• Embrace Change: Transitioning to a new career can be daunting, but it’s often not as scary as it seems. Jenn highlights the importance of being open to new opportunities and understanding that you can always pivot if things don’t work out​.

• Leverage Your Superpower: Identifying and utilizing your unique strengths is crucial. Jenn believes her superpower is helping others see the positive aspects of themselves, which she uses to uplift and support those around her​.

• Maintain Discipline and Structure: Keeping a structured routine, especially in terms of nutrition and training, has been vital for Jenn. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on basics like protein intake and incorporating a variety of nutrients in your diet​.

• Continuous Personal Development: Jenn is committed to personal growth, particularly in remaining calm and empathetic. She advises constantly working on understanding others' perspectives and not being reactive​.

• IV & Injectable Therapy: To learn more about Jenn’s business and therapy treatments, you can find her on Instagram @jenn__ryan or via email at jenn@lifelineperformance.com.

Chapters

00:00 Jenn's Journey into CrossFit

07:10 The Power of Community in CrossFit

14:53 Competing as an Individual vs. Competing as a Team

20:43 Proud Moments: Overcoming Challenges and Performing Under Pressure

24:56 The Role of Discipline in Training and Nutrition

35:14 Transitioning from Athlete to a New Identity

42:12 The Benefits of IV and Injectable Therapies

52:48 Jenn's Superpower: Helping Others Believe in Themselves