Once you meet Reneé Metevier, you will instantly understand the power and energy radiating off of this incredibly dynamic woman. She is vibrating with personality and enthusiasm for life. An extraordinary, world class athlete, successful business owner, and all around big hearted human being, Reneé positively affects everyone she ever meets. If you are an athlete, a runner, a personal trainer, a business owner, or, if you just want insight into a person who has never let setbacks stop her, make sure to check out this episode!
You can find out more about Renee and Recharge at www.rechargesport.com
2:30, 5:10 Her personal sports history
7:13 Her first race at 12 - being a "cocky little shit"
8:45 College - majoring in math, considering a PhD, and running
10:45 Pursuing your best self
12:00 Choosing running as a career in college, facing parental pressure
13:01 Using criticism as fuel
13:45 Choosing a path and managing money
15:56 Parental Support and staying committed
18:36 Opening a business, dealing with chronic injuries
22:15 Cryotherapy, yes or no?
23:38 Description of Recharge
25:00 Being your best self in business, being a female business owner
28:44 Being a lifetime athlete, dealing with setbacks
30:30 Surgeries, racing, and rehab
33:40 Getting convinced to get back into racing; the awesome Bend, Oregon running community; winning a 4th National Title
35:25 Favorite quote and finding your limits
37:40 Quote from Rocky; a painful marathon
41:47 Pain forces growth; becoming your best self
45:50 Balancing sport and committed relationships
50:22 Training smarter, not harder
52:54 Helping others become their best selves
55:25 Having fun exhancing athletic performance
58:50 Falling in love with Bend
59:14 Pursuing your passions
1:00:55 A passion for training
1:03:30 Not racing to beat other people; the awesome Bend running community
1:07:48 Finding your "why"
1:08:55. Nicknames and a weakness for potato chips
1:10:54 A quote from Marcus Aurelius; how it affected her recovery and her path in life
1:19:12 Embracing your flaws
1:21:18 Finding balance
1:22:52 Where life leads sometimes
1:23:19 What's next
1:28:45 I get questioned by Renee
1:33:16 The power of collaboration
Watch my full interview with Reneé HERE
