Like a Girl

🎙️ Like a Girl Episode 11: Girls Gotta Eat with Felicia Watson (Ironwoman/Doctor) & Erik Bustillo (Dietitian)In this laugh-filled (and low-key inspiring) episode, I’m joined by two of my favorite people—Felicia, a literal Ironwoman and physician, and Erik, a high-performance registered dietitian and strength coach. Together, we get real about training, body image, setting goals, and doing hard...

In this episode, I open up about something I’ve been thinking a lot about lately—body image. From the comments I’ve received on social media to the thoughts we all face when looking in the mirror, this is a real conversation on how we view ourselves as athletes and women. We’ll talk about what it really means to love your body—not changing it, but being grateful for everything it allows you to do....

Softball players, this one’s for you. Whether you're hitting bombs or grinding through tournament weekends, how you fuel matters—and there's a lot of misinformation out there. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we’re busting the most common nutrition myths female athletes hear, breaking down macros (carbs, protein, fat) and how they actually power your game, and giving you real-life tips o...

Perfectionism—it’s something so many female athletes silently battle. In this episode of Like a Girl , I’m getting real about the pressure to be perfect, where it comes from, and how it’s impacted my own mindset as a college softball player. From a childhood moment that unknowingly shaped me to the unspoken standards athletes face every day, we’re unpacking the mental weight of chasing flawless pe...

Transferring schools as a college athlete isn’t just a paperwork decision—it’s emotional, overwhelming, and full of uncertainty. In this episode of Like a Girl, I’m sharing the full story of my transfer journey to the University of Georgia: what led to the decision, the visits, the mental toll of juggling recruitment on my only off day, and the moment I knew it was time to level up. From playing a...

The recruiting process can feel overwhelming—emails, camps, pressure to go D1, and trying to figure out what coaches are really looking for. In this episode of Like a Girl, I’m sharing my personal recruitment journey—what I did right, what I learned the hard way, and what I wish someone had told me from the start. We’ll cover: ✔️ When to start emailing coaches & what to say ✔️ Whether travel b...

In this episode of Like a Girl, I’m taking a deep dive into my journey in softball—how I started, when things got serious, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. From early struggles to the work ethic it takes to compete at the highest level, this episode is all about how sports shape us, not just as athletes, but as people. We’ll cover: ✔️ My earliest memories of playing & what drew me t...

We all know that feeling—your heart’s racing, your hands are shaky, and the butterflies are kicking in before a big game. Those game-day nerves can feel overwhelming, but what if I told you they could actually make you a better athlete? In this episode of Like a Girl, I’m sharing my experience from Opening Weekend—when everyone was feeling the pressure. From little errors to shaky starts, we all f...

Failure. It’s a word that makes most athletes cringe—but what if we told you that failure is actually one of the best tools for growth? In this episode of Like a Girl, we’re breaking down the fear of failure, why it happens, and how to reframe it as a stepping stone to success. Softball is a game of failure. Even the best hitters fail 7 out of 10 times. Errors happen. Strikeouts happen. Bad games...

Drama on the team? We’ve all been there. Whether it’s miscommunication, jealousy, or personality clashes, team conflict can take a toll on your game, mindset, and overall experience as an athlete. But here’s the thing—drama doesn’t have to define your season. In this episode of Like a Girl, I’m breaking down why drama happens in sports and, more importantly, how to handle it like a pro. We’ll cove...

In this very first episode of Like a Girl, meet your host, Keirstin Roose—a Division 1 softball player—and hear the story behind this empowering podcast. Keirstin takes you on her journey through sports, from the early days of playing softball to the challenges of being a female athlete, including the pressures of balancing academics and sports. She also shares why she’s so passionate about creati...