Jackie Joyner-Kersee

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This week on It All Counts, listen to what drives the heart of a champion. Settle in for a conversation with track and field legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee, who shares not only her triumphs but also the resilience required to overcome adversity. From her humble beginnings in East St. Louis to the global stage of the Olympics, Jackie's story is a masterclass in dedication and the transformative power of supportive mentors. Learn the pivotal role her high school coach played, why she chose UCLA, and how her hometown shaped her into the indomitable athlete she became. Imagine facing down injury, asthma, and the siren's call of life's temptations, only to emerge stronger and more focused on your goals. That's exactly what unfolds in this episode as we unravel the importance of maintaining discipline and the strategies for keeping your eyes on the prize. Jackie shared personal tales of how witnessing the destructive effects of substance abuse influenced her path, providing a sobering yet empowering perspective on steering clear of life's darker alleys. This episode also touches on the importance of giving back to the community, the evolution of women's rights in sports, and how to navigate sensitive milestones in an athlete's life. Finally, we highlight Jackie's "Running with the Gold Book: 10 Secret Treasures," offering wisdom that transcends sports and speaks to the core of family values and personal guidance. Connect with Jackie: https://www.instagram.com/jjoynerkersee/ Connect with Coach Cuonzo Martin on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachcuonzo/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItAllCountsPodcast

A day after earning a silver medal in the heptathlon at the 2023 World Athletics Championships, Chris Chavez had the pleasure of speaking with Anna Hall and Jackie Joyner-Kersee (the world record holder in the heptathlon and two-time Olympic gold medalist in the multis). Hall became just the second American woman to win two World Championship medals in the heptathlon. Jackie Joyner-Kersee won gold in 1987 and 1993. Joyner-Kersee’s heptathlon world record total of 7,291 still stands but Hall could be the one to break it in the years to come. Thanks to Adidas for the opportunity to bring these two greats together! Host: Chris Chavez Guests: Anna Hall and Jackie Joyner-Kersee You can watch this entire interview here: https://youtu.be/fPNApLBzWeA?si=aHg3Qfjk9xUGtDkG

As Track And Field athletes prepare their mark and get set to run for the gold in Tokyo , six-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee connects with I SEE U from her native East St. Louis to observe this weekend's competitive rounds. At the Seoul Summer Olympics in 1988, she became the first woman to win back-to-back gold medals in the grueling heptathlon event, as well as the first African-American woman to win an Olympic medal in the long jump. Founder and CEO of the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation , she speaks unguarded with host Eddie Robinson about racist incidents she experienced while competing; what makes the city of Houston so special to her; and tips on how to stay mentally focused -- as Olympians in Tokyo and as adults here in the United States, grapple with pandemic-related stress amid heightened concerns over coronavirus variants.

With the Tokyo Olympics right around the corner, what better way to usher in what will be non-traditional Olympic games, than with a conversation about mental strength, resilience and believing in yourself. In this episode of Healthy Chats, HealthCorps CEO Amy Braun sits down with Board of Advisor member, the legendary Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Having been dubbed ‘The Greatest Female Athlete of the 20th Century’ by Sports Illustrated, Jackie Joyner-Kersee’s athletic accomplishments are literally second to none. By the conclusion of her career in the heptathlon and long jump events she had amassed six Olympic medals (3 gold, 1 silver, 2 bronze) and four World Champion titles over four consecutive Olympic Games. Jackie was the first woman in history to earn more than 7,000 points in the heptathlon and today, over 20 years later, she still holds the world heptathlon record of 7,291 points. She continues to hold the Olympic and national records in the long jump and her 1994 performance in the long jump remains the second longest in history. Jackie came from very humble beginnings and describes her early home life as being full of love, principle and discipline. These ingrained values have served Jackie well both on and off the field through her life. She has been described by the sports media as one of the warmest, most even-tempered, grace-filled persons in all of athletics. In 1988, Jackie established the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation as the vehicle through which she provides youth, adults and families with the resources to improve their quality of life, HealthCorps is proud to partner with her foundation and provide our programming to the teens it serves. Her advice to all of us, young and old? Believe in yourself. Never miss an episode of Healthy Chats by subscribing on your favorite platform and following us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @healthcorps and on our teen channel @teenhealthvibe on Instagram. Support the show

In this episode of HACKED we talk about career and success hacks with USA Olympian, Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Jackie Joyner-Kersee is an American retired track and field athlete, ranked among the all-time greatest athletes in the heptathlon as well as long jump. She won three gold, one silver, and two bronze Olympic medals, in those two events at four different Olympic Games. Sports Illustrated Magazine voted Joyner-Kersee the Greatest Female Athlete of All-Time. She is on the Board of Directors for USA Track & Field (USATF), the national governing body of the sport Joyner-Kersee is an active philanthropist in children's education, racial equality and women's rights. She is a founder of the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation, which encourages young people in East St. Louis to pursue athletics and academics In this episode you will learn: Turning doubters into believers How to find immediate career solutions How to properly receive criticism and use it to your advantage Using visualization tools to complete tasks faster How to manage personal doubts and anxieties Building a team of supporters around you Understanding the process of setting a goal and achieving it