The Athletes Rewired podcast is a space for personal growth, healing, and identity expansion. Hosted by, Makayla Sargent, we will explore life beyond sport: from mindset shifts to physical health and everything in between. When sports end, your life does not - It's all about rewiring the mind, body, and spirit—so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of self.

Athletes Rewired Podcast
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Podcast Overview
The Athletes Rewired podcast is a space for personal growth, healing, and identity expansion. Hosted by, Makayla Sargent, we will explore life beyond sport: from mindset shifts to physical health and everything in between. When sports end, your life does not - It's all about rewiring the mind, body, and spirit—so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of self.
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5/24/2025
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Recent Episodes

October 27, 2025
Becoming an NCAA Champion, Unexpected "Retirement", & Finding New Purpose
<p>Episode 13:</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Athletes Rewired, former University of Alabama swimmer and 2x NCAA Champion, Kensey McMahon opens up about her journey through swimming, the challenges surrounding her case with USADA, and the impact it had on her athletic identity. Kensey shares what she’s learned through adversity, how she’s rebuilding life beyond the pool, and what it truly means to redefine success on her own terms.</p><p><br></p><p>If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with a teammate, a friend, or someone navigating life after sport.</p><p>Don’t forget to follow so you never miss a moment of this journey — and if you’d like to help this community grow, please leave a 5 star rating and review below! </p><p><br></p><p>Join our Instagram community<a href="https://www.instagram.com/athletes_rewired?igsh=ZG44cXI2cjhjaDYx&utm_source=qr"><u> HERE</u></a></p><p>Kensey’s Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kenseymac/?hl=en"><u>HERE</u></a></p>

September 15, 2025
Inside the NFL and Life After It Ends
<p>Episode 12:</p><p>In this episode of Athletes Rewired, I sit down with former NFL fullback John Conner, known to many as “The Terminator”. We dive into his journey from college to professional athlete, exploring both the highs of reaching the NFL and the difficult realities of what happens when that chapter ends.</p><p>John shares what surprised him most about life after football, the challenges of rebuilding his identity beyond the game, and how he found a new sense of purpose once the stadium lights went dark. His perspective sheds light on the emotional side of transition, reminding us that success in athletics doesn’t always guarantee clarity or ease in the next phase of life.</p><p>This is an honest, inspiring conversation for anyone navigating life after sport, preparing for their own transition, or simply curious about what really goes on behind the scenes in professional athletics.</p><p><br></p><p>If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with a teammate, a friend, or someone navigating life after sport.</p><p>Don’t forget to follow so you never miss a moment of this journey — and if you’d like to help this community grow, please leave a 5 star rating and review below! </p><p><br></p><p>Join our Instagram community<a href="https://www.instagram.com/athletes_rewired?igsh=ZG44cXI2cjhjaDYx&utm_source=qr" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> HERE</a></p><p>John’s Instagram<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jconner38/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> HERE</a><br>John’s PT Business <a href="https://www.instagram.com/unbreakable_lifestyle/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">HERE</a></p>

September 1, 2025
From DIII to MLB, Finding New Passions, & The Problem with Youth Sports
<p>Episode #11:</p><p><br /></p><p>In this Episode I sit down with <strong>former MLB player Zach Lutz</strong> to talk about his journey from the big leagues to life after baseball. From his time with the <strong>New York Mets</strong> to playing overseas, Zach shares insider stories, career highs, and the lessons he’s carried off the field. </p><p>Zach opens up about life after baseball and why he’s now turning his focus to something closer to home: <strong>the state of youth sports</strong>. We talk about the pressure on young athletes, burnout, and why the current system often fails the very kids it’s supposed to serve.</p><p><br /></p><p>If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with a teammate, a friend, or someone navigating life after sport.</p><p>Don’t forget to follow so you never miss a moment of this journey — and if you’d like to help this community grow, please leave a 5 star rating and review below! </p><p><br /></p><p>Join our Instagram community<a href="https://www.instagram.com/athletes_rewired?igsh=ZG44cXI2cjhjaDYx&utm_source=qr" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> HERE</a></p><p>Zach’s Linkedin <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-lutz-b8a61b323/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a><br /></p>
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