Janja Garnbret Unfiltered: Mental health, body image and insecurities | adidas TERREX

[@e.r.7251]

"I'm on a sea food diet. I see food and I eat it" caught me so off guard 😂😂

[@SergeiZyrianov]

[@wabdih]

lol yea, I didn't know that she knew the dad jokes

[@lovaszbence]

Had me laughing loud on the street😅

[@methusnippets]

She’s a comedian 😂

[@rollin2539]

Oh I will definitely use that pun in the future - and give this girlboss credit for it afterwards :D

[@Nefville]

She's not just an ambassador for climbing, she's an ambassador for all women. I know for a fact that after her climbing career is over she's going to continue doing big things and making a difference. A real inspiration for all people.

[@roseodonovan6979]

I don't think I've ever heard a female athlete talk about their menstrual cycle. It is refreshing and informative. I think the world would stop doubting women's abilities just because they menstruate if more powerful and successful women normalized speaking about it. These Janja interviews are GOLD just like her medals! 💪💖

[@jessj2618]

Agree and I think they should put that part in the title of the video too.

[@bayernjames9546]

Some do, but very rare.

[@milenasalazar6340]

I agree! So refreshing to hear. I love that she talked about her cycle so openly.

[@chiaravertucci]

My thoughts exactly!!

[@weirdoalman]

Olympic Gold 🎉

[@hannahmorrisbouldering]

Inspired by Janja’s climbing achievements, but just as much her openness and honesty - what a brilliant ambassador she is for climbing! ❤

[@christinalionello562]

LooOOOve women speaking out about the realities of living with a menstrual cycle - and still being the GOAT! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@luiclimbstoomuch]

sooo true we love it

[@coo-kies]

Also thought the same. I just love her for it

[@oc6840]

the other girls also have this problem

[@tobiaskroger7102]

@@oc6840 You realize that the comment is about her speaking out about it, and adapting - this is an insight that might be valuable for some. Why do you have to poop into this conversation?

[@nataliebeck9335]

She is the most inspiring athlete i can imagine of. The fact that she NEVER lost her period and ist by far the strongest (physically and mentally) female climber right now, should be noted and spread by all the coaches that train female athletes

[@Isariu11]

Not trying to be ignorant just genuinely curious on the topic. Can some girls control whether or not they lose her period. Is this referring to her not using birth control ?

[@KCBisted]

@@Isariu11 I think when female athletes train very hard and have a stringent food regime , its fairly common to lose ones period. It usually is not a choice, but the fact that she hasn't shows that she has a healthy body composition and diet.

[@EzraGrey-on8eo]

@@Isariu11many female athletes are encouraged to undereat to lose weight (coaches seem to think lighter = better). If underfuelled it disrupts their hormone cycle and their periods can stop. This is actually a sign their bodily functions cannot operate correctly and is not a good thing. But the impacts aren’t immediate, so it’s often not noticed until much later.

[@Isariu11]

@@EzraGrey-on8eo okay thanks for the explanations, I never knew that hard dieting and exercise or undereating could do that to a girls cycle. Wow that makes Janja even more incredible, because not only is she remaining healthy weight for her hormones and her body, but considering the fact that she does train very hard, and probably eats clean to remain healthy (not under eating) and still never loses her period means that she is really built different, it’s as if she was born and built to be a high caliber climber and athlete.

[@mollyb.7834]

70% of her comp winnning while on her period? 🤯 while she had pain, bloat, brain fog etc... ?! HOW?? Janja is truly the G.O.A.T.!! Also a beautiful human being and a true ambassador for this sport!! ❤❤

[@JesiErin]

Believe it or not a lot of athletes perform well on their period. Runners included. The estrogen wave hits and you feel more energy and aggression. You don’t feel your best, but your body will respond well to the demands of competition.

[@missyoung888]

I'm here for Janja talking about menstruation. "I wish periods would be like, 'Hi you're not pregnant, okay bye, let's talk next month'" 😂 me too Janja, me too...

[@hektor6766]

Physiology doesn't work that way. It would be nice for all of us if the thymus didn't involute either.

[@jenl7094]

So relatable honestly 😅

[@AnnaHazelnutt]

We are so lucky to have Janja speaking out about these topics and being an incredible representation for women (and everyone!) in rock climbing 🥲 Amazing questions y'all

[@noamaviv1216]

The crow calls the raven black…the same could be said of you!!!

[@CobaltOntarioadventures]

Yes! Anna is a great climber!​@@noamaviv1216

[@Nekonaut_aka_Jebus]

I love the attitude around the body image, especially when she said "can you do what I do?, this body helps me climb"😂

[@hektor6766]

And Eliud Kipchoge couldn't run long distance if he looked like Dorian Yates. There is no reason to have any image issues with a healthy body, or a disfigured body through no intent. Self neglect or abuse is a different matter of mental state, not body image.

[@JankyJymClimbing]

Didn't have getting dad joked by Janja on my bingo card for today but I am here for it! Really enjoy this interview series with the GOAT!

[@HannaSis]

Janja is such a breath of fresh air. I would love to have friends like her. She is so inspirational and powerful. Love that girl :)

[@lawrencetchen]

As a pediatrician and climbing enthusiast, I can't endorse Janja more with regards to her advocacy on these topics. Food is fuel, not the enemy. Menstruation is a normal part of human physiology, not to be feared or taboo. Our bodies are to be loved for what they can do for us, not how they look to other people. Yes, yes, yes!

[@louisebains961]

I've been waiting for this day to come, for a female athlete to talk about the impact of their menstrual cycle and how they deal with it. Not sure how it's taken this long for the topic to gain airtime. Good to hear her raise the issue of REDs and overtraining as it relates to low body weight -humbled when she said that ultimately she's proud to still have a cycle, despite the nuisance! Even more interesting to know she wins comps ON her period, and that you can be just as strong. Loved watching these eye-opening stripped back interviews with Janja, what an inspiring woman and role model. I hope the conversations around hormone health and cycles continue in elite sport.

[@leoingson]

They talk about it for some years now in climbing.

[@MikeW-md6gd]

My respect for this athlete grows every day.

[@johnathantai]

Janja is such a treasure and inspiration! I feel like she's not as PR trained as many other famous people but she takes the pressure so well and simultaneously advocates for healthier lifestyles. So happy to see her do more of these interviews :)

[@BerndThomasSchuller]

How can you not like this woman, she is absolutely amazing.

[@Yakushii]

Literally the most worthy sponsee Adidas could have picked. Not only an Olympic champion, but a person worth listening to and understanding. And a strong female role model for both men and women.

[@helenaruao5073]

I don't think I could love this woman more 💗 thanks for talking about how period affects you and what you do to about it, and especially sharing your diet secrets. What a fucking inspiration!

[@Amatsuichi]

love that diet secret, will follow it every day from now on :)

[@OohlalaWheee]

Literally was just wondering about how these amazing pro female athletes deal with their menstrual cycle and still perform all the time! Can’t believe I came to KZbin and immediately saw this video. Thanks for sharing this Janja! Next time I use my period as an excuse for feeling weak, I’ll remind myself that I’m actually physically at my strongest then😜.

[@steveilg6134]

As a male outdoor performance coach, and daddy of a teenage girl athlete, this was amazing and refreshing, and informative… thank you! 🙏🏾

[@caffinii]

So inspiring to hear a female athlete like janja talk about periods and training. I used to feel so down when I knew my period was coming and how it affected my mood, to the point where I resented having them. But this has really lifted me up and made me feel proud to be a strong woman (and climber!) ❤🎉💪 I shouldn’t have to feel ashamed to have periods 🙌

[@JBsoable]

This women is one of the greatest humans ever gone public. Thank you Janja. For speaking up about RED, for speaking about hormonal cycles, for being human. What an inspiration.

[@Aldersandfirs]

I think this is why I root for her, above other things. I genuinely find her to be an excellent ambassador for our sport, and for as long as she’s in the spotlight she is bringing joy and change, and I like that.

[@anon95274]

That dad joke at the end 😂. Love the frank discussion on menstruation, what a good role model!!

[@TIO540S1]

Damn, a climber where everyone else is basically competing for second place and also a warm personality and a great sense of humor! How can you not be a fan?

[@wcosiewpakowaam7561]

I am glad that this topic is being raised on a large scale. I was a professional chess player for 16 years. It may not be the same, but one chess game could last 3-4 hours at the most important tournaments. During one such game, when you wanted to go to the bathroom to change your pads, you were checked by the judges. They checked what you were taking to the bathroom and how long you were there to avoid cheating. It was humiliating, I always made sure to have a pad or a tampon somewhere in my pants pocket (handbags were not allowed) and it made me feel like I was hiding something. I know that times have changed and people are more aware now. Thank you Janja for being the voice of the young generation. I am keeping my fingers crossed for the finals at the Olympic Games!

[@marcuskrogsgaard4555]

I'm sorry if this sounds a bit heartless, but I don't see the problem with that. I'm a guy, and last time I went to an exam there were guards outside the toilets too, making sure you didn't leave something in the bathroom, use a phone or whatever. It seems perfectly reasonable to me to have guards/judges at the bathrooms if you're concerned about cheating.

[@nilsdula7693]

@@marcuskrogsgaard4555it’s not really the same at all though imho

[@Lorofol]

What a great interview. We need to keep normalising talking about body functions so that both young women AND men can freely talk about their bodies and any concerns or struggles they are having.

[@christelysc4250]

OMG I didn't expect such a powerful 16min talk. THANK YOU so much Janja for using your fame to speak out about these very important subjects ❤

[@Claudia18915]

Janja is simply the GOAT of all GOATs

[@_sophiaha]

Absolutely inspirational, she is strong both inside and out! I'm very glad there are role models like her and Simone Biles in this generation.

[@TheParkourFencer]

She's the GOAT on and off the wall. Such an inspiration.

[@tamaravujinovic9602]

So refreshing to hear such a healthy opinion concerning mental health & the menstrual cycle in sports 🤗 Janja is so well spoken and sweet to listen to

[@lili.warrior]

Janja, you are the best! Not only because of your climbing skills, but because of knowing that you have a platform, and using it to create a positive change in people’s lives. A real inspiration!

[@aranna_]

Its so awesome to have an honest and intelligent athlete at the top of her sport. She sets an amazing example for everyone.

[@felixlau6761]

need more idols like this, talking openly about mental health! thank you so much, gonna take this into schools to talk about these topics as a mental health coach!

[@barbrobeta]

Janja is changing the world for the better ♥️

[@Kraaketaer]

Love to see such an amazing athlete talk openly about these kinds of subjects! Really wonderful stuff. And, of course, massive congratulations on your olympic gold! So extremely well deserved

[@leonakadir3833]

Good on her not engaging about her diet. What a great interview. Makes me respect her all the more than I already did

[@paulauxerre2450]

Its great that someone so on the forefront of competitive climbing speaks out on those topics...! What a beautiful human is Janja

[@Nathi282]

The seafood joke that NO ONE was expecting hahahahahahahahahahaha 1000/10!!!! Also, great reflections throughout the talk 🤍

[@3Max]

Janja is an inspiration, super happy for her Olympic success, and I loved this down to earth interview. (Janja talking about her muscles) "Can you do what I do? You can't. But these muscles can do that". Pure gold. You can see why she wins .

[@jamesancona3590]

It's amazing to hear her be so open and honest about everything. Things athletes don't talk about. She's amazing

[@martinhrastnik6535]

Bravo Janja 👏👏👏super intervju in čestitke za medaljo, tudi Romanu ❤❤❤🍀

[@asharablack]

She is such an inspiration! And I loled at the seefood diet joke. 😂

[@nathan_middleton_]

Janja is such a brilliant role model! Composed both on and off the wall. I really admire and respect not only her climbing achievements, but her personal views and attitudes too. I feel grateful to be witnessing her era, and look forward to seeing impact she exerts on the world.

[@vazap8662]

She's so cool and open about stuff that shouldn't taboo.. what a star.

[@petroffma]

Thank you Janja for the honesty and transparency! As a climber and father of a (hopefully) budding climber, I hope to help my daughter find that same confidence, healthy body image, and positivity.

[@upadly001]

Could not stop laughing after the very bad joke in the end. What a delivery, what a pro. Mixing serious considerations with fun. A true pro. Thanks Janja

[@minako_bg]

Janja is like a fresh air! Thank you for being so open, thank you for speaking out! Thank you for being brave and honest! You are the best! Stay strong, healthy, and positive!

[@PurpleSidewalk1]

Janja is truly an amazing person

[@bernhardlangers778]

It is great to see an athlete with this amount of success and maintaining a healthy weight and bodily status talk this openly about her struggles. Especially for young women entering the sport this is pure gold. And a bit of shoulder muscle never hurt anybody ;).

[@janzavidoni6822]

I could listen to her forever.

[@lupamove]

Thank you Janja for being so open about menstrual cycles and training!

[@Ivanamasci7]

Janja you are such an inspiration, not because of your climbing skills, but the way you think. Thank you for this sincere talking ❤

[@luiclimbstoomuch]

I love love love this video. It's so amazing and important to have a pro like Janja talk about mental health, her menstrual cycle, and bodyissues. Made me cry. And that joke at the end was the best haha ❤

[@jen9493]

Janja is so classy and intelligent! I love her reflections here. What a great role model for young, female climbers.

[@francescarauzi-be9rj]

Janja is so inspiring!!!! Please spread this i formation. These topics need to be discussed more and more. Female in sports at any level do need to hear this! Thanks!

[@jonnes__4657]

🗽 Janja is the G.O.A.T. 🙏❤ Congrats to the second Olympia Title in climbing! .

[@evicaf4e]

So glad she spoke about periods, because as we age we are more in sync with our bodies and its so important to know our bodies. For me its the worst in the lutheal phase (a week before period). Like Janja said you feel like a baloon, more tired, sleepy and like you hold a 1000 L of water in your body and it drains you out. But when the period comes it like you are being you again and I also feel so strong during it (cant speak for women who have painful periods) and same during ovulations (because testerones levels are the highest), you feel like you could lift the world with one hand. When I was younger I didnt like my period, but thats because I didnt know much about it, now I know that my body is sending me a message that it function properly.

[@beanbunn4029]

Janja is such a lovely person, a nice soul. I got to meet her in Chamonix at a World Cup event. Inspirational.

[@Johnny-zs6vo]

This is my favourite video yet from this series, thank you for opening up about this topic, and I hope the next generations think more like this when it comes to health in sports

[@sarahd4779]

Really like this interview series

[@ghinwamoujaes9059]

I love her brutal honesty !!

[@adlgolson]

Yes! Thank you for talking about how proud you are of being healthy and strong! Not over training or under eating. I love how strong she is and how open she is about her period just being a normal thing. Keep slaying, Janja!

[@nuklheds]

What a great interview...very cool how thoughtful well-spoken she is about everything she talks about

[@graceehelloooo]

She has such an inspiring mindset. So much love and thanks to her for being so open ♥️

[@savannawind]

A great role model when my daughter grows up I hope to show her this video

[@patriark]

This woman will be remembered for a very long time. Strong willed, strong bodied and competent in all styles of competition climbing. Hopefully a role model for a lot of young girls.

[@Ressel_]

its very rare to see her off the climbing wall. she's.. from what i see, she's a really nice person. watching this the entire time changes my vibe, she's definitely a fun person to hangout with. she looks carefree, but from her answers, she does think about things a lot. its like, she got it all figured out. man.. i wish i got to be her friend.

[@Sakamori14]

This is very inspirational and thought provoking. And a very good joke to show her humorous side. Never change, Janja.

[@Zorbas75]

So charming, funny, authentic, thoughtful. And informative. Super cool.

[@goodbae5596]

She is so funny and real for this. Thank you Janja. You are truly an inspiration.

[@kathamaran6184]

This made me love her even more!! How great, relatable and just funny she is

[@oogleoo]

I struggle with hormonal issues and PMDD and hearing this world class athlete relate to feeling mood swings and pain made me feel so human. Thank you 🫶🏽

[@glynwilliams13266231]

Awesome that she can tallk so sensibly and openly and hats off to her.

[@philipeick-vocalmusic]

Such an honest, down to earth and sympathic interview on topics not talked about enough

[@themeatinthemiddle]

I don't use this phrase lightly or even at all but Janja is an actual queen and the GOAT.

[@mirkodf2162]

Janja, you're an open-minded woman; thanks for such a beautiful speech, like a girl of door next to mine! Such simplicity you bring also on climbing in a very unique way! Mirko

[@brendonchase9460]

What a powerful way of thinking. Love this woman ❤

[@TurtleKitty-357]

Omg, so, SOOOOOO IMPRESSED with Janja!! Dober tek!

[@n3v3r1s4]

didn't sea that food joke coming, 10/10

[@MatthewWright-y9t]

Every time I hear her talk I like her even more

[@finlaykettlewell1661]

This video is great! So inspiring to see a top athlete talking about the impact of her menstrual cycle, and talking so openly. On Terrex's side, it would be cool to highlight discussions of menstruation in the title of the video (since it's the main talking point). We can only change attitudes by example, and hiding discussions of menstruation behind a different video title doesn't seem like the best approach

[@NemoElohemi]

Bravo Janja, kraljica naša! Hvala ti!

[@rebekahbailey7332]

Absolutely fabulous hearing this, the culture has to change & the more athletes talk about it will hopefully speed the change.

[@SayWhatNow666]

Amazing human being, so grounded and real while being the best athlete in her sport ever

[@jankovacic2433]

How can you not love our climbing queen? ❤

[@sneakerprofiler]

Janja, and other female or male athletes like her, are the unsung heroes of sport. She, and they, help take us to the next level of personal performance development. I’m older. I latched on to isometric and other natural training, including road running, from the military. This was at a time some still didn’t understand flexible muscle is stronger than big muscle. It was believed the big muscle is more masculine. Tell that to Bruce Lee. By the way, the way Janja expresses herself “feels” very Slovenian and Slavic in the general sense. This thinking and expression in the modern era must feed into why we’re seeing so many elite athletes from former YU. That’s cool to see. I Feel S💚nia

[@AmelieReinthaler]

It's just fun to watch Janja climb.🤩😁

[@danasaurlicious]

we love an olympic champion for speaking her mind

[@caro8194]

Loving this! Janja brings such great change using her platform for real and important topics.

[@BigSources]

I'm not a woman, so i don't really relate to all the perios stuff, but i'm still glad to see someone as successful as janja also being such an open and chill person. I think it's great for the climbing community.

[@stickfigures9056]

Janja is such a great person, I love her so much!!

[@su-aieunice9231]

Authenticity, integrity, inspirational Janja Garnbret more than being the best climber ever. Also, coffee and bloating is a thing.

[@BryanV4]

Never knew she had such a great personality Great video

[@starbuckskrys]

Much needed discussion in the climbing community

[@74Nikk]

She is such an amazing role model, On and off the wall. ❤ 🧗‍♀️

[@rocketmonster7503]

i love janja so much. truly inspirational especially for all women. thank you for this interview!

[@HaleyMorganB]

ugh she is just so awesome