Anavia Battle of the United States is one of the top sprinters in the world right now. She has represented the USA at the 2020 Olympic Games as well as the 2025 World Championships. She's a multiple time All-American while at Ohio State and a multiple time Diamond League winner in the 200m.
After a very strong 2026 Season, Anavia is hungry for more in 2026. She's already solidified her spot at the inaugural World Ultimate Championships and is looking to secure a podium spot there.
In todays conversation, we discuss why Anavia never want's to get comfortable and is always striving for more, her transition into the 100m a bit more in 2026, why she never focuses on her competition, and she breaks down her favorite 200m race, where she had an almost out of body experience.
This podcast episode is hosted by Freddie Crittenden and Anderson Emerole
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:35 Start of the 2026 season
07:52 Almost skipping USAs
09:20 Mental strategy as an athlete
10:39 College to pro mindset
14:16 2021 Olympic Trials and Olympics
15:25 Never getting comfortable
18:58 Gold medal or World Record
21:54 World Ultimate Champs
23:02 Managing pressure
23:58 Not focusing on competition
28:47 Favorite indoor and outdoor meets
33:48 Anavia's favorite race
38:30 Out of body experience in a race
40:59 Closing
