The Journey of an Olympian: Alexi Shostak's Path to Paris 2024

In this episode of The Ascension Podcast, host Tyler Drake sits down with Alexi Shostak, a two-time Olympian in competitive trampolining. Alexi shares the incredible journey of his life, highlighting his family's rich history with the Olympics, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career. From his early beginnings in Belarus to his first challenging Olympic experience in Tokyo 2020 under stringent COVID protocols, and finally the breathtaking moments at Paris 2024, Alexi’s story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of presence. Tune in to hear about the highs and lows of competing at the highest level, authentic living, and maintaining balance in both mind and body. An inspiring conversation filled with deep insights, laughter, and heartfelt revelations.

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00:00 Intro

02:59 Cultural Transition from Belarus to the USA

04:19 Growing Up in a Gymnastics Family

12:00 Training with Olympian Coach Dmitri

21:50 Balancing Dedication and Mindfulness

39:06 Journey to the Tokyo Olympics

47:19 Emotional End to Tokyo World Championships

48:23 The Impact of COVID-19 on Training and Competitions

52:09 The Stressful Path to the Tokyo Olympics

55:09 Competing in the COVID-19 Olympics

57:58 Reflecting on the Challenges of the Pandemic

01:10:03 The Journey to the Paris 2024 Olympics

01:32:33 The Significance of Family and Legacy

01:36:03 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations

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