EP285 NCAA and WNBA Superstar Jackie Stiles On Fitness and Paying It Forward

The Thick Thighs Save Lives Podcast

Today’s guest, Jackie Stiles, is one of the most renowned basketball players in the history of the women's game. Did we mention that Jackie is 5’8” and from a small Kansas town, population 600? Against all odds Jackie rose to stardom because of her heart, her determination, and unwavering work ethic. Her story is truly inspiring.

In today's episode, we talk about her journey to the Hall of Fame, her 1000 shots a day practice growing up, her thoughts on the direction of women's professional sports and her lifelong passion for fitness! Tune in to hear how fitness carried Jackie through her most difficult times and made her who she is today. We are truly grateful to be among the millions of people she has inspired and impacted. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!

Jackie's Website

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:00:30) Introducing Jackie Stiles to the podcast

(00:01:00) Jackie’s incredible accomplishments

(00:03:10) Jackie’s documentary: The Jackie Stiles Story: Anything Is Possible!

(00:04:10) What it was like to have 18 home scouting visits in 19 days

(00:06:14) Jackie’s beginnings and the influence of her dad.

(00:07:10) The biggest key to Jackie’s success

(00:09:33) What drives Jackie and how that’s trickled into other aspects of her life

(00:12:50) How you can accomplish something special when it's about others

(00:13:44) Jackie’s rare cancer diagnosis and small acts of kindness

(00:14:25) The power of people coming together for a cause and superhuman energy.

(00:17:47) How Jackie has been guided by gut decisions

(00:22:58) Whether Jackie had trouble adjusting to fame

(00:26:15) How Jackie overcame the loss of her identity and her outlook now

(00:27:55) Opening her gym was scary and hard and learning by doing

(00:28:39) What cancer has taught Jackie

(00:32:38) Jackie’s growth mindset and what fitness means to her

(00:35:34) Fitness as a lifestyle and doing hard things with others

(00:38:57) Prioritizing a workout can change lives for the better

(00:43:09) The strides made by the WNBA and the shortcomings that still exist

(00:46:13) What can be done to level the playing field for female athletes

(00:48:03) Jackie’s advice for young girls with big dreams who are coming up in a sport

(00:51:35) Jackie celebrates Caitlin Clark

(00:52:56) Where to reach Jackie

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