SEC Champion to Wellness Warrior: Jackie Johnson's Journey from Track Star to Transforming Lives

What happens when a naturally gifted athlete discovers they've been holding themselves back their entire career?

Former University of South Carolina SEC Champion and All-American Jackie Johnson gets refreshingly honest about how fear of the spotlight limited her potential – and how she's now using those hard-learned lessons to transform women's lives during their most challenging transitions.

"Ignorance is not always a bad thing," Jackie shares about her breakthrough freshman season. "I was very unaware of who was around me and all the talent... I just went out there and did what I knew I could do and stayed in my lane." But as awareness grew, so did anxiety – a battle that shaped her entire athletic trajectory.

Now a licensed massage therapist, sports physiologist, and wellness coach, Jackie has worked with everyone from Evander Holyfield's track team to coaching collegiate champions. Her latest venture focuses on helping perimenopausal and menopausal women navigate the physical and emotional changes that nobody talks about openly.

From breaking the 55-meter indoor record to building multiple successful businesses, Jackie's story shows that athletic excellence and entrepreneurial success share the same DNA: preparation, persistence, and the courage to keep evolving.

🏃‍♀️ Key insights for athletes and entrepreneurs:

Why "ignorance" can be your secret weapon in high-pressure competitions
How watching younger athletes can reignite your competitive fire
The power of goal setting, visualization, and celebrating small victories
How to transition from competitor to coach without losing your edge
Why community and who you surround yourself with determines your success
How to turn passion into profitable business ventures
The importance of finding mentors who believe in you when you don't believe in yourself

Whether you're an athlete planning your transition, an entrepreneur looking to monetize your passion, or a woman navigating life's changes, Jackie's journey offers practical wisdom for turning your gifts into your livelihood.

Ready to discover how your athletic mindset can fuel your next chapter? Your transformation starts here.

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Project Transition's mission is to empower individuals and families to reach their full potential by providing resources and support in various aspects of their lives. Through our health initiatives, community events, and people development programs, we aim to connect people with the places and spaces that can help them thrive.

We believe that by igniting a passion for personal growth and possibility, we can create a ripple effect that will benefit not only individuals but also the community as a whole. By offering opportunities for career advancement, interpersonal development, comprehensive health services, and social mobility, we are helping to build a stronger, more resilient community.

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