From Addiction to Advocacy: April Hutchinson's Journey - Episode #260

Send us a text April Hutchinson, a three-time Team Canada record-holding powerlifter, shares her journey from childhood athlete to women"s sports advocate after being suspended for speaking biological truths about male competitors in female categories. • Sports served as therapy through difficult times including childhood abuse and later struggles with alcoholism • Found sobriety six years ago and channeled energy into powerlifting, making Team Canada • Received a two-year suspension for referring to a biological male competitor as male on Pierce Morgan"s show • Worked with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to implement legislation creating male-only, female-only, and co-ed sports categories • Advocacy work has helped change policies at national and international competition levels for powerlifting • Transitioned to pickleball after suspension, embracing the sport"s accessibility and community • Discusses the physical advantages males retain even with hormone therapy in women"s sports • Shares nutrition insights including benefits of eliminating processed foods and alcohol • Experienced with carnivore and modified paleo approaches to eating for performance • Emphasizes the importance of taking action despite fear when making life changes If you want to speak up about something important, don"t be afraid. Your integrity means more than any medal or achievement. Powered by Perfect Sports Supplements use "AP15" to save 15%! -- Want to see more of the AP? Subscribe to the AP YouTube channel. -- Check out April"s stuff: Instagram -- Check out Dave"s stuff: Instagram Twitter LinkedIn -- Try Can-I-Wellness Sleep Product 20% off - AP20 at checkout -- Get 20% off Caldera Lab Men"s Skincare Products -- Get your Vivobarefoot Shoes 20% off by using the code: ATHLETEPOD20 Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google | Youtube l Save 20% on Perfect Sports Supplements