--- title: Resources | Athlete Spotlight (6) description: "Athlete Spotlight | See what Parity is up to, meet our athletes, 
and read about the trends shaping our work. (6)" image: https://impact.paritynow.co/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202023-03-07%20at%2012.28.40%20PM.png --- ![Screen Shot 2023-03-10 at 8.55.53 AM](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202023-03-10%20at%208.55.53%20AM.png?width=300&name=Screen%20Shot%202023-03-10%20at%208.55.53%20AM.png) ### RESOURCES See what we’re up to, meet our athletes and read about the trends shaping our work. - [Show all](https://impact.paritynow.co) - [Influencers 101](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/influencers-101) - [Marketing Trends](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/marketing-trends) - [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight) - [Parity News](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/parity-news) Show all Athlete Branding Athlete Resources Athlete Spotlight Brand Marketing Equality Fans Hockey Industry Specific Influencers 101 Leagues Luge Marketing Trends NFT NIL NWSL Olympics Paralympics Parity News Partnerships Press Release Research Sponsorship Sports Business Track and Field [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-01-17%20at%2012.03.08%20PM.png?width=600&name=Screenshot%202024-01-17%20at%2012.03.08%20PM.png) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/two-years-ago-i-was-on-my-deathbed-now-im-training-for-the-olympics) 1/17/24 12:03 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ Two Years Ago I Was on My Deathbed — Now I'm Training For The Olympics ](https://impact.paritynow.co/two-years-ago-i-was-on-my-deathbed-now-im-training-for-the-olympics) Two years ago, I was in [a] Cincinnati hospital fighting for my life. After three knee surgeries (ACL), I earned a knee infection that almost cost me my leg and, after becoming allergic to the first dose of antibiotics, my life. All alone in a ... [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_2151.jpg?width=600&name=IMG_2151.jpg) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/new-years-goal-setting-tips-from-an-elite-athlete) 1/9/24 1:35 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ New Year's Goal Setting Tips from an Elite Athlete ](https://impact.paritynow.co/new-years-goal-setting-tips-from-an-elite-athlete) January's gym rush is real, but did you know 80% of new members quit within 5 months? This blog offers practical tips from an elite athlete on making a fitness regime sustainable. From starting small to adapting goals, learn how to make your health ... [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/391556041_1461646094399126_387050752703571841_n.jpg?width=600&name=391556041_1461646094399126_387050752703571841_n.jpg) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/hot-trend-alert-womens-lacrosse-is-on-the-rise) 11/15/23 3:41 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ Hot Trend Alert: Women’s Lacrosse is on the Rise ](https://impact.paritynow.co/hot-trend-alert-womens-lacrosse-is-on-the-rise) Discover the dynamic rise of women's lacrosse through a comprehensive ecosystem, spanning youth to professional levels, which is driving significant growth in the sport. Gain insights from industry experts and athletes, understand the influence of ... 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[![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/GettyImages-1239889652-scaled-e1651787776765.jpg?width=600&name=GettyImages-1239889652-scaled-e1651787776765.jpg) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/why-do-wnba-players-play-overseas) 10/6/23 12:48 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ Why Do WNBA Players Play Overseas? ](https://impact.paritynow.co/why-do-wnba-players-play-overseas) Despite their impressive skills and dedication, WNBA athletes navigate through financial challenges, often seeking opportunities in overseas leagues for better remuneration and treatment. Unveil the numeric breakdown of their incomes, the ... [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/BillieJeanKing_trophy.jpg?width=600&name=BillieJeanKing_trophy.jpg) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/still-billie-jean-50-years-of-milestones-in-womens-sports) 9/20/23 1:05 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ Still Billie Jean: 50 Years of Milestones in Women’s Sports ](https://impact.paritynow.co/still-billie-jean-50-years-of-milestones-in-womens-sports) Commemorating 50 years since Billie Jean King's groundbreaking 'Battle of the Sexes' victory, we delve into monumental moments in women's sports. From the foundation of the Women’s Tennis Association Tour to the fight for equal pay, explore how ... [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/World%20Best.webp?width=600&name=World%20Best.webp) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/i-retired-now-what) 8/30/23 2:48 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ I Retired, Now What? ](https://impact.paritynow.co/i-retired-now-what) An open letter to athletes looking at or living through retirement. Spoiler: life is just as good on this side. [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/9-Aug-16-2023-08-40-27-8212-PM.png?width=600&name=9-Aug-16-2023-08-40-27-8212-PM.png) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/how-much-does-it-cost-to-be-a-woman-athlete) 8/18/23 10:00 AM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ How Much Does It Cost to Be a Woman Athlete? ](https://impact.paritynow.co/how-much-does-it-cost-to-be-a-woman-athlete) Challenging a 2021 claim that women athletes don't deserve equal pay, this article delves into the deep financial contributions and influence of female athletes on their sport's microeconomy. By spotlighting the expenses they shoulder and the ... [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/73DCC0F0-1DB7-4D3F-A77C-DD073C9547BA.jpg?width=600&name=73DCC0F0-1DB7-4D3F-A77C-DD073C9547BA.jpg) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/beyond-limitations-taking-action-for-athletes-with-disabilities) 8/10/23 12:46 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ Beyond Limitations: Taking Action for Athletes with Disabilities ](https://impact.paritynow.co/beyond-limitations-taking-action-for-athletes-with-disabilities) A Paralympian’s passionate call to action for athletes with disabilities and creating a more accessible society. [![](https://impact.paritynow.co/hs-fs/hubfs/SpencerShultzCreative-3464.jpg?width=600&name=SpencerShultzCreative-3464.jpg) ](https://impact.paritynow.co/an-open-letter-to-injured-athletes) 7/20/23 2:25 PM [Athlete Spotlight](https://impact.paritynow.co/tag/athlete-spotlight/page/6#) ### [ An Open Letter to Injured Athletes ](https://impact.paritynow.co/an-open-letter-to-injured-athletes) To anyone coming back from injury: You will climb out of the pit. 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