Beyond The Struggle Podcast Hosts Caroline Bauer and Allison Wilson - Becoming More Than an Athlete
In this conversation, Brooke sits down with Caroline Bauer and Allison Wilson, former University of Florida track and field athletes and co-hosts of the Beyond The Struggle podcast. What began as a shared transition after athletics grew into a deeper friendship rooted in faith, obedience, and navigating life beyond sport. As they stepped away from competing, both faced a common question: who am I without my sport? That question led to Beyond The Struggle, where they share the unseen side of athletics - not just wins, but injuries, identity struggles, setbacks, and growth. In this episode, they reflect on their journeys, how God used unexpected moments to redirect their paths, and what it meant to say “yes” before they felt ready. It’s a reminder that purpose doesn’t disappear when sport ends - it simply gets redefined, often in the in-between seasons no one prepares you for. Listen if you’re: Navigating life after your sport and unsure what comes next Struggling with identity outside of performance or achievement In a season of transition and looking for clarity and direction Want to hear more? Listen to Brooke’s recent guest appearance on BTS Pod: https://podcasts.apple.com/jm/podcast/season-2-ep-23-beam-boldly-with-fellow-podcaster-and/id1770625947?i=1000751195565 Connect: BTS Pod Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/jm/podcast/beyond-the-struggle/id1770625947 BTS Pod IG: https://www.instagram.com/BeyondTheStrugglePod Caroline IG: https://www.instagram.com/carolineabauer/ Allison IG: https://www.instagram.com/allison_10k/ Host: Brooke Gleichowski: https://www.instagram.com/brooke.gleichowski Show: https://www.instagram.com/beamboldly Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@beamboldly Listen: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts Join the community: https://connect.beamboldly.com/ Beam Boldly is produced by Hype Boss and PodPlus Studios, powered by Podcast Brilliance. Media inquiries: media@hypeboss.com Submit a guest: https://www.beamboldly.com/guest 💡 About Beam Boldly Hosted by NCAA Division I gymnast Brooke Gleichowski, Beam Boldly empowers young women and athletes to grow in faith, build resilience, and live with confidence. Through real conversations about mental health, mindset, performance, and purpose, Brooke and her guests inspire listeners to shine their light boldly - on the mat and beyond.