Brandie Wilkerson, Olympian and professional beach volleyball player, is making waves both on and off the court. Recently, she shared a video highlighting the AVP League Championship and what it means to compete at the highest level in beach volleyball. Known for her grit and positivity, Wilkerson continually inspires her followers by showing how hard work and passion lead to success.
Her Instagram is a window into her life as an elite athlete, showcasing her historic achievements, relentless drive, and moments of gratitude. Whether she’s celebrating a silver medal, pushing through sand sprints, or embracing the flow of life, Wilkerson’s mindset serves as a reminder to stay grounded, determined, and thankful for the journey. She proves that reaching the top is about more than skill—it’s about heart.
1. She celebrates
She celebrates her victories and milestones. On Instagram, on a photo of her with her medal, she captioned it “HISTORICAL WIN ON SO MANY LEVELS 🥈🇨🇦✨Bringing home a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games 🙏🏽 #olympics #paris2024 #beachvolleyball.”
2. She’s driven
She’s a go-getter and extremely driven, aiming to inspire others to go through life in a similar way. On Instagram, she posted a series of photos and captioned it “pro tip: stop waiting for a seat at the table, make one.” According to Health Direct, aim to “keep the momentum up. It takes most people about 2 months to develop a new habit, but for some people, it can take much longer. Keeping the momentum and routine helps it feel more automatic over time.” You can practice keeping the motivation and working towards your goals like Brandie.
3. She stays hydrated
On a video of her sprinting uphill through sand to train, she’s seen chugging water filled with important electrolytes to keep her feeling strong and ready for more cardio. “Going to need all 5 electrolytes in @purevitalabs h20 to run these sand sprints 🥵 #teamPVL #poweredbyPVL @purevitalabs,” she said on Instagram.
4. She goes with the flow
It’s important to keep your peace of mind, staying in a mentally calm state. She knows it’s crucial to not try to force things that are just meant to unfold. On Instagram, on a video of her walking with a confident smile, she captioned it “don’t force what should flow 🤎.”
5. She’s grateful for the support
She appreciates the outpouring support she receives, and lets it keep her motivated. “THANK YOU, merci, obrigado, gracias, danke, & more to all you beautiful souls !!! 😭As I’m replying to the influx of heartfelt messages I just wanted to say a quick thank you to all those who tuned in, shared on social, texted, dmed, called, commented !! Whether I’ve known you my whole life or we just virtually met I see ALL your kind words and it means the most to me ❤️,” she said on Instagram.
Strength TrainingOlivia Ponton/Instagram
Shutterstock
