What happens when your coach is also your mum? And your past includes standing on the Olympic stage? In this raw and reflective episode, Janelle Pallister peels back the layers of life as an elite athlete, a high-performance coach, and a parent navigating it all.

From missing the Olympic team without knowing she’d ‘retired’, to coaching her daughter, Lani Pallister, to international success, Janelle shares the highs, heartbreaks, and hilarious moments that shaped her career both in and out of the pool.

We dive into:

• The moment a 10-year-old Janelle declared, “I want to be an Olympian.”

• How she balanced the hats of mum and coach (hint: strict rules, different names, and no swimming talk at home).

• Why failure is necessary for greatness.

• The one quote that defines her coaching style today.

If you’ve ever struggled with identity, transition, or chasing a dream—this episode will hit home.

Every athlete leaves behind a legacy—whether it's in the record books or in the lives they’ve touched. In Episode 8 of The Athlete Playbook Mini-Series, we discuss how athletes can create a lasting impact beyond their career in sport. We’ll explore how to use your platform to inspire change, engage with communities, and contribute to causes that matter to you. You’ll hear from athletes who have used their influence to advocate for social change, mental health awareness, and inclusivity in sports. This episode emphasizes that the most powerful legacies are not just about accolades but about the lives you’ve touched and the impact you’ve made both on and off the field.

What separates the good athletes from the great ones? It’s the mental edge. In Episode 7 of The Athlete Playbook Mini-Series, we break down the mental strategies used by top athletes to stay focused under pressure, visualize success, and perform at their peak when it counts. From mastering the art of concentration to using mindfulness techniques to combat anxiety, this episode will provide actionable insights into how athletes can improve their mental game. You’ll also learn about the psychological tools that high-level athletes use to prepare for big competitions and how you can integrate them into your own routine, giving you the mental edge in any situation.