March 8, 2023

Stay Motivated as a Christian Athlete with Former MLB Player and Current Analyst Michael "The Fort" McKenry

Stay Motivated as a Christian Athlete with Former MLB Player and Current Analyst Michael

Motivation can be easy for some and hard for others. No matter what kind of person you are, at some point you may want to give up or even feel emotions like depression or laziness. As Christian athletes, what does God call us to when it comes to motivation? How do professionals stay so motivated in their seasons? On this episode, that's exactly what we seek to find out.

Former MLB player and current MLB analyst Michael "The Fort" McKenry joins the podcast to discuss what he did to stay motivated throughout his career, and what advice he would give to current athletes that seek motivation. While playing for teams like the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Colorado Rockies, Michael gave it his all every time he stepped on the field. His grit, hard work, and determination made him into the player he was, and his love for Jesus has been evident in his life since high school. Throughout his career in the MLB and years leading up to it, Michael describes what it means to keep the drive for success, even through personal trials.

Listen today as discuss:

  • How Michael got "The Fort" nickname
  • What he contributes his success to
  • How athletes can stay motivated physically, mentally, and spiritually
  • Finding motivation in the darkest of times
  • Preparing ourselves for hardships and trials as Christians

Check out our NEW website!

Make sure to subscribe and follow the show!