Why High Performers Burn Out (And How to Prevent It) with Laura Robichaux

Why do so many successful athletes, coaches, executives, and high achievers eventually burn out? In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with Laura Robichaux, a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, behavior change strategist, and founder of By Way of Grey. After building a successful career working with major brands and global organizations, Laura reached a breaking point. Her experience with burnout led her to completely rethink what sustainable success actually looks like. This episode explores: • Why high performers often ignore burnout warning signs • The simple habits most successful people overlook • How coaches can have a lasting impact on athletes • Why your identity should never be tied solely to performance • How to build success without sacrificing yourself Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, entrepreneur, or executive, this conversation offers practical lessons for building a healthier, more sustainable path to success. Follow Laura Robichaux Website: www.bywayofgrey.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bywayofgrey/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Laura_Robichaux Links & Resources Schedule a Free Coaching Session https://factoryeleven.net/coaching-session Follow Elevate 2 Great https://x.com/Elevate2GreatHQ https://www.facebook.com/elevate2great https://www.instagram.com/elevate2greatpodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@FactoryEleven526 Call Us (404) 594-8470 Want to Be a Guest or Have Questions? nikki@factoryeleven.net Chapters 01:08 How Sports and Coaching Can Change a Life 06:46 The Hidden Cost of High Performance and Burnout 11:40 Why Coaches Must Help Athletes Feel Seen 18:17 The Foundations Elite Performers Often Ignore 22:38 Why Athletes Can't Tie Identity to Performance 24:22 Sleep, Recovery, and the Science of Peak Performance 39:00 Processing Failure, Grief, and Athletic Identity 52:11 The Simple Habits That Lead to Greatness