“I found myself in the club that no athlete wants to join: the circle of almost Olympians.”
While this time of year is filled with tears of relief and elation for some, for others, it’s utter devastation. VIS diver, Georgia Sheehan reflects on the reality of missing out on the Olympic dream.
Daniel Kowalski, a swimming icon known for his historic Olympic feats, faced silent struggles with deep personal demons and the challenges of living a closeted life. Today, he channels his experiences into helping fellow athletes navigate their post-competition lives, emerging as a beacon of resilience and hope.
Deakin University in collaboration with the Victorian Institute of Sport has researched the role of Performance Lifestyle Advisers (PLAs) and how the profession in holistic athlete wellbeing contributes to high performance outcomes for Australia.
With October being Mental Health Month and October 10 being the United Nations World Mental Health Day, the Victorian Institute of Sport looks at what it takes to succeed in sport and life.