Person Player Professional

Topic Warning: Depression  On today's episode All-American standout, Chase Lane, joins me to talk through his battle with mental health during his time as a member of the diving team at the University of Kentucky.   In this episode we cover:  Chase's diving career  Expectations vs reality of freshman year  His initial struggle with mental health  When his realized he needed help His mind...

 In this episode, I am joined by Caleb Spitler, both a former award-winning athlete and award-winning business person, who knows how to maximize productivity. What Caleb originally failed at was recharging. The success wasn't sustainable and ultimately left him burnt out. After getting help from some of the top recovery experts in the world,  personal experimentation, and an obsessive amount...

On today’s episode, I had the honor of welcoming Director of Olympic Sport Strength & Conditioning at University of Kentucky, as well as my former boss, John Spurlock onto the pod.  Spurlock has held the Director position at Kentucky for 10 years, and brings us a ton of insight, knowledge and reflection in this episode. From beer pairings to bushwhackers to Ted Lasso, expectations vs reality a...

Listen to my mistakes so you don't have to make them yourself.  I've always been active. For the most part. But it wasn't always healthy and it wasn't always productive. This week's episode details my journey through fitness, from an athlete in organized sports, to an obsession with aesthetics and numbers, to someone who began to value movement for the right reasons.  Ther...

Okay y'all-- it was brought to my attention that the first quarter of the year has ended (is ending?) Either way- feels like a good time for a recap.  Where are we at with:  The podcast?  My business?  My health? My well-being?  Join me as I inject deprecating humor in my reflection of the past 3 months!  Thanks for listening! Check out my instagram for more @coach.alyciaca

Today I am joined by Allison Snyder, a former gymnast at the University of Kentucky. Allison's career was cut short by an unspecified genetic disease affecting her lungs and overall health. Perhaps despite all odds, she traded in the leo for a pair of running shoes and has posted some pretty impressive times since medically retiring from the sport of gymnastics. In this episode we go through...

Today's guest is Pierce Larick, the CEO and founder of New Revolution Media, a production company that has worked with major brands both in the US and internationally.  Pierce founded New Revolution Media in 2016 and has been on a steady rise since, but the journey that is entrepreneurship is not always straightforward, easy, or glamorous.  Check out today's episode to get a behind the s...

We all know I love therapy. I also acknowledge that shit is expensive. That said, it's been a necessary part of my life. From a blatant refusal to share anything during sessions, to putting it all out there, I quite literally wouldn't be here today without it. In this week's episode, I discuss five ways I've used therapy in my life.  Thanks for listening! Check out my instagram...

Hey guys! This week Chelsea and Lana Linge of Lifestyle with The Linges join me to talk about their new program, "Going Beyond Weight Loss." We also dive into our personal journeys with fitness and health. This conversation is real, authentic, and informative. A little bit more on Chelsea & Lana's background and philosophy below:  **We’re Chelsea and Lana Linge, two sisters in t...

Today I am joined by Dr. Ashley Brauer, PhD, LP, DBSM to dive into the topics of eating disorders and disordered eating in athletes. Tune in to hear Dr. Brauer discuss and offer her expertise and perspective on the following topics and questions!  The awkward beginnings of our friendship How Dr. Brauer got her start in sport psychology The breakdown of the difference between eating disorders and d...

Buckle up, it's going to be a wild ride! Do I say that every week? Maybe. Is it true? Who knows. I'm back, rollin solo to talk you through 4 decisions that have changed the trajectory of my career. We are going all over the map with this one. We are going to stroll the Williamsburg bridge together in a blizzard, teach pizza making classes, chase down dreams in San Francisco and eventuall...

In today’s episode I sat down with Jeanne Rankin, the Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning at Coastal Carolina University, to discuss a variety of topics that minorities may face in strength & conditioning. We talk about what it’s like to be a woman in the field, the privilege of being an unpaid intern, salary gaps, and the line between professionalism and staying true to who you...

Alright, let's be real. I have failed way more than 3 times in my life. I failed about 78 times in 2022 (spoiler alert: this is included in the episode). Each failure, however, was a catalyst for growth. From crashing and burning in New York City, to watching my dreams slip away, to getting turned down to pour beer for $8 an hour, join me as I reflect on some of my personal "failures.&qu...

In today's episode I talk about my experience of being a collegiate athlete at University of Southern California. I go into the life changing conversation that led me there, my short lived athletic career, the mistakes I made, lessons I learned, and how I learned to forgive myself. Enjoy!  Thanks for listening! Check out my instagram for more @coach.alyciaca

In today's episode, I talk about the choice I made to walk away from my career, the ups, down, and hard decisions that ensued, and what I learned. This episode is for anyone who has ever been at a crossroads, who has faced a difficult decision, who has felt burnt out, or who is trying to discover exactly who they are outside of their job. I hope you enjoy!  Thanks for listening! Check out my...

Low back pain has been a staple in my life for about as long as I can remember, but a manageable staple. More like a paperclip, if you will. However, a little over a year ago, it completely turned my world upside down. Today I talk about what I have learned over the past year going through this experience.  Contact info for Alycia Email: AlyciaLCarrillo@gmail.com IG: alyciaca  Thanks for listening...

Turns out starting a podcast is hard! After some downtime and self-reflection, I decided to slightly alter the direction of this podcast for the time being. Listen to hear how it started, how it was going, and why I ultimately decided to pivot... oh, and where it's going. Better late than never y'all!  Link to Hannah's Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-locker-talk/i...

Today's episode features Coach Ryan DeVriendt, the Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of Kentucky. We get into his career path, expectations vs. realities in the field of strength & conditioning and how we can improve going forward.  Contact info for Alycia Email: AlyciaLCarrillo@gmail.com IG: alyciaca  Thanks for listening! Check out my instagram for more...

Karen Costello MA, CMPC joins me to talk about the struggles athletes may face when transitioning from high school to college athletics. Karen is a Mental Performance Consultant with over 30 years experience working in athletics. We discuss difficulties faced, the need for a culture change, her advice to athletes and their support systems, and how going from high school to college athlete can resu...

Welcome to my podcast! In this brief intro episode, I will outline the purpose and vision of this podcast. On Person. Player. Professional,  we are defined by who we are and not what we do or have done. Every week, I plan to bring on current and former players and professionals to share their experiences and expertise, and remind society that we are people first.  Thanks for listening! Check out m...