What does it take to turn a career-ending injury into the climb of a lifetime? Meet Tia Banks, former college and professional athlete, motivational powerhouse, and the founder of Mind Over Mountains.

After losing her athletic career to injury, Tia refused to let that be the end of her story. Instead, she set her sights on climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, a journey that took over a year of preparation, resilience, and mental toughness. Along the way, she developed a framework that has now impacted over 60,000 students and educators across the country.

In this episode, Tia opens up about:

✅ How “giving your WHY more options” can change your life

✅ The lessons athletes carry beyond the game into leadership and purpose

✅ What it really means to build resilience and mental toughness

🔥 Whether you’re an athlete, leader, educator, or simply someone chasing a dream, Tia’s story will push you to see your own “summit” in a new light.

👉 Watch until the end for Tia’s powerful message on running your own race, staying consistent, and finding strength in the climb.

💬 Drop a comment: What’s YOUR Kilimanjaro? The goal that feels impossible but worth every step?

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