Why Most Athletes Break - And How We Didn’t | Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes Image

Why Most Athletes Break - And How We Didn’t | Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes

17 September - 1 hour 24 mins
Podcast Series Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais

What does it take to win an Olympic medal—while navigating the mental and emotional rollercoaster of the Games?

On today’s episode, Dr. Gervais sits down with Olympic silver medalists Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes, their legendary coach Marcio Sicoli, and moderator David Belasco to go behind the curtain of Team Canada’s incredible 2024 beach volleyball run.

This is more than a sports story, it’s a masterclass in resilience, trust, and unlocking human potential under the world’s brightest spotlight. From navigating emotional turbulence to breaking routines that held them back, this conversation reveals the uncommon mindset and team culture that fueled their breakthrough.

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