# No pain, plenty of gain: Debunking pain glorification with Dr. Kim Hollingdale

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Podcast: [Feisty Women's Performance](https://stenobird.com/podcast/feisty-women-s-performance-3663324)
Published: 2026-03-16T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://livefeisty.com/category/podcasts/feisty-womens-performance-podcast/
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In this episode, Dr. Kim Hollingdale, a renowned sport psychologist and owner of MOVEMENTAL, unpacks the damaging "no pain, no gain" mentality prevalent in sports culture. How does this outdated rhetoric lead to burnout in athletes? Gain valuable insights into prioritizing emotional health as a foundation for peak performance. Key takeaways: Understand the impact of "no pain, no gain" on mental health in sports [00:15]. Learn actionable strategies to balance pain and performance [25:30]. The importance of emotional expression and its role in achieving long-term athletic success [38:45]. How to redefine mental toughness in a healthier, more sustainable way [45:00]. The generational and gender differences in emotional expression within sports [52:15]. Dr. Kim Hollingdale is a licensed sport psychologist and the owner of MOVEMENTAL, specializing in helping athletes connect their mental health to peak performance. With a rich background in clinical and sport psychology, she works with athletes at various levels to cultivate a healthier relationship with their training and emotional well-being. Links and Resources MOVEMENTAL Website Follow Dr. Kim on Instagram: @movemental.mind Improve your IG algorithm with the Stud Budz: @stud.budz If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! Your feedback helps us reach more listeners who can benefit from these important conversations. Join Feisty at the Grand Traverse in Duluth, MN on October 3rd! Use code FEISTY20 for $20 off when you register at https://feisty.co/events/the-grand-traverse Sign up to Receive The Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter: https://feisty.co/newsletters/feisty-womens-performance/ Follow us on Instagram: @feisty_womens_performance Visit the Feisty website at https://feisty.co/ for info on…

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