“You’re not defined by the no’s
and yes’s in life, but by your
purpose and values.” – Alev Kelter
What was the most rewarding part
of the Olympics?
The most rewarding part of the Olympics was
representing the USA. It was truly an honor, and
a blessed opportunity I’ll never forget.
What advice would you give to someone
who is interested in participating in rugby?
Go out and try it! In rugby you need every shape
and size. It’s safe. Proper techniques show us that
we should use shoulder wraps, rather than your
head to tackle. It’s a mixture of a lot of different
sports, and a ton of fun to play and watch!
Why do you do what you do?
I play rugby, sports for that matter, because
I was blessed with a talent—a talent that God
provided from a young age. I made a pact with
God at 14 years old that I would offer up all my
athletics for a platform to inspire and motivate.
I wanted to make an Olympic team because
I know that’s the biggest platform to reach
others and share God’s will.
What are some of your most
memorable experiences?
My most memorable experiences from the Rio
Olympics were:
1. M
eeting the U.S. Make a Wish Kids at the
foot of Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado
Mountain. I got to visit and share my story and
tell them that on behalf of Team USA, we were
so proud of them and how their stories inspire
us each and every day! I was sobbing, and it
was such a cool happenstance to meet them
all there at that monumental statue.
2. S eeing my family and friends cheering in the
stands after being the first American female
to ever score a try in the Olympics.
What goes through your head once you’ve
finished a game? What about when you
and your team wins?
When I finish a game, the biggest thing is to
recover and replenish nutrients I’ve lost.
Get the protein shakes in and some Deep Blue
Rub on my legs. I write out what went well, and
what didn’t go well in my journal. Then I eat a
PB&J along with some beef jerky or hot chicken
and rice. I always bring a blow-up camping
mattress, so I blow that up and use the Norma
tech machine to help compress my legs more.
Film is watched, the previous game is flushed,
and then the essential naps happen. When I wake
up from the nap, it’s pre-game all over again!
Learn more about Alev and her rugby journey
at alevkelter.com
What dōTERRA products do you use,
and how do they help you? Describe how
you use each product.
• I use dōTERRA On Guard® when my
throat is scratchy or after I get off long
plane rides.
• I love using Lavender on my pillow. It
reminds me of home and helps put me
to sleep.
• I add Lemon and Grapefruit in my water
as a daily routine.
• Before my games, I use Peppermint and
throughout all my rugby training I use
Deep Blue®.
• Leesa Bridges from Alaska taught me
how to do the AromaTouch® technique.
I love using that on tour with teammates.
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