Athletics, Adversity, and Achievement - Annie Tagoe | TSP046

This week I speak British athlete, world championship medallist and IMG model Annie Tagoe

In this episode we discuss:
* Ups and downs of a professional sports career
* Bouncing back from injury
* Dealing with the pressure of competition and expectation
* Winning a medal against all odds
* Why travel is a cheat code
* Overcoming personal struggles such as body image, eating disorders and depression
* Financial challenges in sports
* Why its important to give back
* Breaking into IMG models
* Why its not good to have a role model
* And so much more

Annie Tagoe:   / annietagoe  

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00:54 Why was 2023 was such a great year?
05:00 Dealing with injuries and running through the pain
08:15 Finding a new coach
12:30 Experience running at the World Championships and running relay race
18:14 Thriving in high pressure environments for peak performance.
20:32 Athletes rely on lottery funding and sponsorships.
24:30 Why isn't Athletics as popular as it used to be?
29:12 Enduring injuries and mental struggles in sports.
33:10 Exploring new cultures as a remedy for depression.
35:00 Being a role model?
37:00 Breaking into modelling
45:30 Unexpectedly signed with major modelling agencies, despite doubts.
48:10 Establish sports centre in Ghana and discovering he stars of tomorrow
50:04 Acted due to lack of opportunities for athletes.
52:30 Quick fire questions