{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 144: The Hidden Challenges of Young Athletes in Elite Sports -  Abby MacDonald &amp; Todd Raymond ","description":"  The ALL ME\u00ae Podcast The Hidden Challenges of Young Athletes in Elite Sports &amp;nbsp;\u2013 Abby MacDonald &amp;amp; Todd Raymond  In this episode, Abby McDonald shares her inspiring journey from gymnastics to Olympic weightlifting, the challenges of social media, and the importance of integrity in sports. Todd Raymond offers a father's perspective on supporting young athletes through success and setbacks.   Takeaways:  Abby's athletic journey from gymnastics to weightlifting The impact of social media on young athletes Contaminated supplements and doping tests Parenting strategies for young athletes Mental health and resilience in sports   Chapters:  00:00 Introduction to Abby McDonald's story  00:22 Abby's early interest in sports and gymnastics  01:12 Transition from gymnastics to Olympic weightlifting  02:19 The intensity of CrossFit and weightlifting  03:11 Todd's background in sports and raising Abby  04:10 Recognizing Abby\u2019s athletic talent early  09:49 Abby's first national record at age 13  10:47 Surreal experience at the Olympic Training Center  12:14 The pressures of competing at a high level  14:28 Social media's influence and risks for young athletes  15:26 Dealing with negative comments and online harassment  16:50 Contaminated supplements and positive doping test  29:43 The emotional impact of the doping violation  50:41 Lessons learned and advice for young athletes  01:10:15 Abby's current focus and future plans  Resources:  \u00b7&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/www.usada.org\/video\/abby-raymond\/  Follow Us: Twitter: @theTHF Instagram: @theTHF Facebook: Taylor Hooton Foundation #ALLMEPEDFREE  Contact Us:&amp;nbsp; Twitter: @theTHF Instagram: @theTHF Facebook: Taylor Hooton Foundation #ALLMEPEDFREE Email:&amp;nbsp; info@taylorhooton.org Phone: 214-449-1990  ALL ME Assembly Programs:   http:\/\/taylorhooton.org\/education-resources\/face-to-face-programs\/ ","author_name":"ALL ME Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/allme.libsyn.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/42577650\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/f49233\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/205508605"}