It's Mental: Athlete Edition

S1, EP. 16 - Run Your Race (feat. Marisa Villegas)

Art Berlanga Season 1 Episode 16

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We have the privilege of sitting down with Marisa Villegas, a former high school multi-sport athlete whose passion and dedication propelled her to compete in track and cross country at the collegiate level for UCLA. 

As a three-sport athlete in high school, Marisa was a very well-rounded athlete that would serve as the foundation for her collegiate success. Through her dedication to multiple disciplines, she not only excelled on the court, field and track, but also cultivated invaluable qualities such as resilience, patience and focusing on her process.

Join us as Marisa shares her experiences of balancing academics, athletics, and personal growth while competing for one of the nation's top collegiate track and cross country programs. From the rigors of training to the thrill of competition, Marisa offers a candid and insightful perspective on the challenges and triumphs of being a student-athlete in both high school and the collegiate level.

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