Allysa Seely made history in 2016 when she become the first woman to win gold in para-triathlon. In Paris she goes for a third straight as an Olympic veteran and fierce advocate for equality. Seely had to request hundreds of pages of her own medical documents to get an accurate diagnosis for herself at just 18 years old; the doctor who finally listened to her told said she’d saved her life with just months to spare. Her story is filled with bravery, and self-compassion, with lessons we can all apply to our own lives. 

Allysa Seely made history in 2016 when she become the first woman to win gold in para-triathlon. In Paris she goes for a third straight as an Olympic veteran and fierce advocate for equality. Seely had to request hundreds of pages of her own medical documents to get an accurate diagnosis for herself at just 18 years old; the doctor who finally listened to her told said she’d saved her life with just months to spare. Her story is filled with bravery, and self-compassion, with lessons we can all apply to our own lives.

Welcome to The PowHERful Podcast where we introduce you to PowHERful women who are changing the game in and outside of their field of play. These are women’s stories of Olympians, extreme and outdoor athletes– women who happen to do things many of us can only dream of, but the lessons and inspiration they share is universal. Our first season focuses on the incredible women competing in this year’s Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris, including Carissa Moore, Daniela Moroz, Janeé Kassanavoid, Anastasia Pagonis, and many more.

Tune in every Tuesday this summer for a new episode of The PowHERful Podcast.

Welcome to The PowHERful Podcast where we introduce you to PowHERful women who are changing the game in and outside of their field of play. These are women’s stories of Olympians, extreme and outdoor athletes– women who happen to do things many of us can only dream of, but the lessons and inspiration they share is universal. Our first season focuses on the incredible women competing in this year’s Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris, including Carissa Moore, Daniela Moroz, Janeé Kassanavoid, Anastasia Pagonis, and many more.
Tune in every Tuesday this summer for a new episode of The PowHERful Podcast.

The PowHERful Podcast with AJ McCord

Episode 11: Allysa Seely (USA Paratriathlon)

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