Lo Carr, wife of Kevin Carr, who finished last season in Nottingham, England in the EIHL.

In this episode we chat about:

In this episode, we talk about:

• How Lo and Kevin met in college, lost touch and unexpectedly found their way back to each other years later
• Their experience living and playing hockey in England, Germany, Norway and Scotland
• Learning to adapt to new countries, teams and communities season after season
• Lo’s “say yes” mentality and how it shaped her experience living abroad
• Building and maintaining her own career while moving internationally for hockey
• Finding remote jobs and her advice for hockey partners trying to do the same
• The emotions that come with knowing your final hockey season is actually your final season
• Going out on your own terms versus having the game make the decision for you
• Lo’s biggest advice after years in the hockey world: say yes, embrace where you are, and make the most of every season

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This week, I'm joined by Lauren Pronger, wife of Chris Pronger, who is a NHL Hall of Famer. Lauren is a entrepreneur, certified Integrative Nutrition Coach, bestselling author, founder of Super Well and Well-Inspired Travels!

Lauren shares the honest, often unseen side of life behind professional hockey. From meeting Chris at the start of his NHL career to navigating multiple moves, raising three children, and eventually facing his career-ending concussion, she opens up about the identity shifts, burnout, and rebuilding that followed.

One of my favorite parts of this conversation is Lauren's reminder that supporting your spouse and building something of your own are not mutually exclusive. Whether you're in the middle of the hockey grind, preparing for retirement, or simply wondering what's next for you, this episode is full of wisdom, encouragement, and practical advice.

• Why every hockey wife should nurture an identity outside of the game
• How Lauren and Chris first met and built a life together through hockey
• Navigating the mental load of motherhood during the hockey season
• The devastating impact of Chris's career-ending concussion on their family
• Lauren's experience with severe burnout and what finally helped her recover
• How she turned a passion for travel into a successful luxury wellness business
• Preparing for life after professional sports before retirement arrives
• Raising children in the spotlight of professional athletics
• Why investing in yourself ultimately benefits your marriage and family

If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love if you'd subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another hockey wife or sports family who could use this conversation.

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Rachael Czarnik, wife of Austin Czarnik, who plays in Lausanne, Switzerland, joins me today on Breaking the Ice!

• Making long-distance work during the early years of professional hockey
• Why they chose Switzerland over the uncertainty of the AHL/NHL lifestyle
• Raising young children abroad and creating stability through constant change
• What to know and what to pack before making the move overseas
• The biggest culture shocks after arriving in Europe
• Building community in a new country
• Processing the loss of her mother
• Giving birth in Switzerland and why the experience exceeded every expectation
• Rachel's advice for families considering taking the leap overseas

and so much more! This is such a great conversation.

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