PARTNERSHIPS
I am more than a track athlete.
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I try to live life with my values and passions at the forefront which means aligning myself with organizations and companies whose values match mine.
I value:
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genuine connection with people
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embracing authenticity and the deeper sides of ourselves
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food and drinks that nourish and fuel
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life-long learning
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elevating girls and women (especially in sport)
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pushing ourselves beyond what we thought possible, going for it!
This is why I partner with the following organizations and companies… they match one or more of these values. I have formed creative and innovative partnerships with each one.
"For Every Athlete"
The Endurance Collective (EC) is the ultimate network of sports massage, strength and performance coaches and physical therapists based in Durham, NC. Their mission is to enhance the performance of every athlete - from the casual weekender to the elite pro -. Whether its dry needling for my back, massage to keep the muscles fluid/moving, or cupping/scraping to keep me at my best, EC has me covered.
- Content (see example video <-) and referrals
The Sauna House is a "modern bathhouse experience where you can find balance in opposites through sauna, ice baths & more". For me, contrast therapy (going between hot and cold) has been vital for my recovery between hard sessions or races.
Sauna House provides an incredibly special environment not only for contrast therapy and rest, but to disconnect from devices and reconnect to ourselves and others. Their commitment to sustainability and the planet is inspiring... they are a certified B corp, pay living wages, and are 1% for the Planet.
- Content and referral partnership
As a sprinter, pushing my body and mind to its limits comes with the need for optimal recovery and fueling. Especially in recovering from a stress fracture and surgery in my foot (navicular bone) about 12 months from the Tokyo Games, it was vital to maintain high levels of Vitamin D and Iron to aid in the healing process. Partnering with Thorne allowed me to do just that and feel confident in their products because they are NSF Certified for Sport; this means that many of their products have been third-party tested to meet high standards for safety and quality so I can compete without worrying about contaminated supplements.
My Team
- other people/orgs I trust and work with
I have been working with Lori since trying to make my first Canadian Olympic team in 2016. (I ended up narrowly missing the Rio Olympics) Lori has a special ability to look at the whole body and see patterns and ways that something might be causing issue. She is detailed in her approach and is always doing continuing education to better herself and her practice. Lori has been the key driver in my recovery from foot surgery to make it back in time for the Tokyo Olympics and key driver in my career.
Dr. Steve Portenga and I have been working together since 2016 as well and in my opinion it was the most important change I made in missing the 2016 Olympic Team and making the 2021 Olympic Team. Sports psychology has helped me find my inner belief, visualize my race plans, and have the tools to perform at the highest level.
Lakshmi and I have been working together for years by doing Somatic healing and bodywork where rather than our minds/thoughts leading the sessions, we listen to how our body stores stress/trauma. This work has allowed me to feel more grounded and calm in high pressure environments and know how to connect to my inner self. We did the 'safe and sound' protocol to help regulate my nervous system after the Tokyo Olympics when I fell into ' the olympic blues' and felt the lowest I ever have. This work has helped me get out of my head and listen to my body/self better!!
Past Partnerships & Collaborations
Hand-made, sustainable, and quality ingredients that I get to put in my oatmeal every single morning before training… nothing beats Big Spoon Roasters Nut Butters.
Through an organic relationship with Big Spoon Roasters Founder Mark Overbay while I attended Duke’s Fuqua School of Business, we established a partnership that went beyond medals and big performances on the track. Big Spoon has fueled me and supported my passions outside of track like providing a year long mentorship opportunity for a young girl athlete to get access to college/pro athlete mentors, sports psych, nutritionists, etc on the Voice in Sport platform!
Partnership included
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Instagram and Tik Tok Content
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RBC - Royal Bank of Canada Cross Border Banking
Growing up in California but always wanting to compete for my roots in Canada, I have been so grateful for the ease and access of Cross Border Banking in my every day life. I make cross border transfers to pay for training, groceries, and the most important.. physical and mental therapy.
RBC Cross Border Banking Ambassador -
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Lululemon Blissfeel Women's Running Shoe - Launch Content
Created Tik Tok content for the release of Lululemon's first shoe, made by women, for women.
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Created Tik Tok reviewing the shoe, running in it, etc.
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2.9 million views
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