What happens when a fitness icon and a professional athlete join forces—onstage and off? In this heartwarming and high-impact conversation, Carolyn Erickson and her daughter Juliann Faucette reveal the power of multigenerational mentorship, mindset mastery, and motherhood in motion.

This special Mother's Day episode celebrates the powerful bond between a trailblazing mom and her elite athlete daughter. Carolyn Erickson and Juliann Faucette open up about motherhood, mentorship, and how fitness shaped every chapter of their journey—together and individually.

Carolyn Erickson is a seasoned fitness educator and consultant with nearly four decades in the industry. Her daughter, Juliann Faucette, is a former All-American volleyball player turned pro athlete, coach, and mentor. Together, they reflect on what it takes to grow a career—and a family—in the spotlight. From single motherhood and elite athletics to reinventing careers and raising resilient kids, this episode delivers a deeply personal and inspiring look at what it means to lead by example. You’ll also get a sneak peek at their dynamic session coming to IDEA World 2025.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How Carolyn built a multi-decade career while raising three daughters as a single mom

✅ The key mindset shifts that helped Juliann succeed in elite athletics and return after motherhood

✅ Why embracing reinvention is essential for long-term success in fitness and sport

✅ Tangible strategies for coaching young athletes through pressure and identity

✅ Why IDEA World 2025 is more than an event—it’s a full-circle moment for this powerhouse duo

Sign up for Carolyn’s sessions live at IDEA World 2025—register now at https://www.ideafit.com/world/

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