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ABC Grandstand on athlete welfare

Amateur AFL player speaks out on homophobia

Australian athletes retirement advice

ABC Radio – The Ticket with Tracey Holmes

The Panel – Off the Ball

LGBTIQ athletes

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Depression in sport (VIDEO)

VIDEO: New documentary on Gay athletes released

AUDIO: Athletes and Drug Addiction

Eating disorders and athletes

ABC Aus Radio Interview

Head Space

Getting help – Australia

Emergency contact information in a crisis.

Transition

Addiction: Gambling (recovery) the last taboo?

Gambling within the context of professional sport it manifests as unfulfilled potential, lost careers and match fixing.

Community

Amateur AFL player speaks out on homophobia

Amateur AFL player speaks out on homophobia

Athlete Voices

Food for thought; thought for food

An interest in healthy eating is encouraged for overall health, but the interest can quickly turn to obsession as Lizzie Williams discovered.

The former NSW Rural Fire Service Commissioner say

The former NSW Rural Fire Service Commissioner says it's vital to reduce the stigma around men seeking mental health support.

NSW Australian of the Year, Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons, made the call during his Australia Day address in Sydney.

In the speech, Commissioner Fitzsimmons also reflected on the challenges of drought, bushfires and COVID-19.

He said a phone call from a colleague who had sought help but was reluctant to talk about it has stuck in his memory.

"We need to break the stigma and the onus is particularly on us men. We've got to do more, we must do better.

"There is no shame in having emotions, in being concerned and having anxiety."

📷 @abcinsydney

#anxiety #ausoftheyear #breakthestigma #mentalhealth #australiaday2020 #nswrfs

A familiar sentiment from many athletes when facin

A familiar sentiment from many athletes when facing retirement. What to do with it!

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Some of the biggest challenges to transitioning to a life after sport are highlighted here by Victoria.

Having a career path to step into post competing makes a big difference in maintaining some structure to your life once the training lifestyle is gone and goals to excite and occupy you.

The Athlete Advantage will work with you to start refining your options while you are still competing so you have a plan and goals ready to go once you retire.
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#victoriapendleton #cycling #trackcycling #worldchampion #formerathlete #exathlete #athleteretirement #lifeaftersport #sportlifebalance #career #identity #mentalhealth #wellbeing #goals #britishcycling #olympics

We are very happy that six years on, Crossing the

We are very happy that six years on, Crossing the Line is doing the job that was always intended.

When Covid-19 hit, we had a large influx of visitors to the website, more than 11,000 new users came to access our free resources and content, from all over the world. The postponement or cancellation of global events, such as the Olympics, really tested the mental health, career longevity and resilience of everyone involved.

The sporting community at large value the independence of organisations like ours. We are a free resource for all of the sporting community: athletes past and present, parents, coaches and administrators. We intend to build on our following during 2021.

We are excited about our new partnership with @aca_cycling; the continued work with @rupert.guinness in his pursuits to raise awareness of mental health; and we thank our founding partner Michael Drapac for his continued support.

#mentalhealth #athlete #career #transition #crossingtheline #athleteretirement #exathlete #formerathlete

We are super pleased to be the first official char

We are super pleased to be the first official charity partner of @aca_cycling!

“We are thrilled to announce this partnership, with Crossing the Line becoming the official charity partner of the ACA. Crossing the Line is an amazing organisation and the core principles that underpin both the ACA and CTL are fundamentally aligned” Matt Wilson.
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“Our belief is that preparation for transition must begin at the beginning of an athletes’ career and the ACA share this philosophy. We look forward to supporting riders throughout the year and helping them to achieve great things off the bike that will support their performance and ultimately their transition to life beyond sport.” Crossing the line CEO Gearoid Towey

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Being present, noting and appreciating what we hav

Being present, noting and appreciating what we have in the moment is a key tool to being a resilient athlete and even these greats say they didn't do it enough in their careers!

It is also valuable when making the transition to life after sport. Taking the time to acknowledge what you have achieved, the skills you have, the networks you've built as well as really enjoy the transition period and the new challenges and experiences that come with it.

As well as enjoying getting more sleep and time with friends and family!
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Great to see athletes working towards their goals

Great to see athletes working towards their goals outside sport 🤸

It's no easy feat to train full time and run a business, but we know balancing athletic goals with life outside sport improves performance and resilience 👍 Nice one Rosie.

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Rosie Popa is a member of the Australian national rowing team. She is a world medalist and is on track to participate at the Olympics in Tokyo.

She also values the benefits of having an identity outside of sport and definitely walks the talk, having recently founding a business – @rosemarylocal – that brings together creativity, commerce and opportunities for athletes.

Rosie chatted to us about the mission behind her new business and how she runs it while remaining at the top of her sport and you can read about it on our website www.theathleteadvantage.com (link in bio)

**If you are an athlete looking to find or explore your passion outside of sport - we can help - get in touch or check out our website for more on what we do at The Athlete Advantage**

#athlete #entrepreneur #lifeoutsidesport #dualcareer #sportbusiness #creative #rowing #theathleteadvantage #rosemarylocal

https://www.theathleteadvantage.com/rosemary-local-helping-athlete-artists/

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Crossing the Line @CTL_sport

Monday, January 11th, 2021 at 7:32pm
“It’s great to have someone who spotlights issues and agendas, and it’s done in a very authentic way. I think it’s essential. I think Lando has been a breath of fresh air for the sport, and he’s enjoyable to watch.”
#Formula1 #motorsports #Mentalhealth
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Crossing the Line @CTL_sport

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 at 3:47am
“I can feel it now on my body,” says Julia Görges. “It’s less tension, less pain because the mental stress which affects your body and affects your mind a lot, this has gone away.”

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Crossing the Line @CTL_sport

Thursday, December 17th, 2020 at 11:04pm
"As a coach, I think it is important to encourage athletes who still struggle with mental health to focus on other areas where they can fill their tank. It can be as simple as improving sleep, enjoying friendships, and quality nutrition." #wellbeing
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Crossing the Line @CTL_sport

Tuesday, December 8th, 2020 at 6:58pm
Story telling and experience sharing are valuable tools to help #athletes transition. Great #podcast here about athlete life, during and after sport, especially combat sports. Great series! @tomreed86 https://t.co/IOAyUkeSIw #lifeaftersport

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Crossing the Line @CTL_sport

Monday, December 7th, 2020 at 1:27am
We missed this in #movember but great to see one of the greats promoting this initiative... so in the words of @DanCarter - "check in on your mates" (Nov or Dec or anytime of year!) #keeptheballgoing #MentalHealthAwareness https://t.co/jYkXwf0MGX

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You never know what battles people are fighting. Remember to check in on your mates. #keeptheballgoing https://t.co/zeRRqSh870

Crossing the Line @CTL_sport

Thursday, November 26th, 2020 at 6:51pm
"Despite making it to F1, something I had dreamt of [...] I found myself questioning my own self-belief: worrying if I had what it took, comparing myself with my team mate and other drivers. "It screws with your head. It’s tough...

Read more at: https://t.co/ZxtB6pA2Yd

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