The Secret Balance of Champions

This new book explores the health challenges elite athletes might face during/after their career. Based on medical chapters & reflections of 32 champions

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

I feel incredibly driven to keep telling the stories that matter; stories that can help shape a better world. Whether through film, writing, or on stage, it’s a passion I carry with me every day. In this moment in Milan @Olympics, everything came together.

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

Back to this unforgettable moment ✨

A dream came true when our documentary about Pierre de Coubertin was screened on the big screen during the Olympic Games in Milano-Cortina, as part of an educational youth program during the @Olympics @milanocortina26 🎬🔥

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

@SecretBalanceOC @Extopsporter @Stoppendoorgaan @milanocortina26 @Olympics @ApoloOhno @a_bellka @Hansrug I’m so proud of this team and deeply grateful that I could be there to experience it so closely.

More to come 👀✨ 3/3

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

Having once been part of this world myself, it felt incredibly special to witness it from the (journalistic) side of the rink; to reconnect with (former) colleagues, to share memories, and to tell the stories that live far beyond the podium. This sport connects us for life. 2/3

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

One week ago today, the men’s relay of #TeamNLshorttrack won Olympic 🥇. A moment that gave me goosebumps; not only because of the medal, but because I know what lies behind it: the early mornings, the setbacks, the sacrifices, the years of believing when no one was watching. 1/3

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

Watch the video here for a throwback to 2025: https://t.co/ha7kIEZkNJ

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

Grateful for every step of the journey ✨ Thank you for an inspiring collaboration throughout 2025. In the comments, you’ll find a video that looks back on a year filled with movement, connection, and shared purpose. Enjoy the video, and wishing you a happy & healthy #NewYear 💫

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

Watch the full video with @johankriek filmed at the stunning Dunes Club here: https://t.co/Kj4lEzij6A

@SecretBalanceOC

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

🎾This one was truly special🎾Learn more about two-time Australian Open Champion @johankriek. It was a wonderful and unique experience not only to interview Johan, but also to play tennis together. We filmed at the stunning Dunes Club on Sanibel Island.

Full 🎥 in comments below

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

🎾 Dreams do come true ✨

Before I ever chased speed on the ice, I was a devoted #tennis kid at heart.

Last weekend something truly special happened; a full-circle moment I never saw coming. Stay tuned… I can’t wait to share this one. 💫🎾

🎥 John Biffar

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

@SecretBalanceOC @Extopsporter @Stoppendoorgaan @NFL @ChicagoBears @steelers @TiffinU Ja zeggen tegen het onbekende opent deuren waarvan je niet wist dat ze bestonden. Blijf bij je gevoel en in je kracht. Vraag advies aan mensen die je vertrouwt. Blijf professioneel, positief en lever! Dit avontuur in Chicago heeft me opnieuw laten zien hoe waardevol dat is 💫 4/4

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

@SecretBalanceOC @Extopsporter @Stoppendoorgaan @NFL @ChicagoBears @steelers @TiffinU Hoe het was? Het overtrof werkelijk alles. Van prestigieuze besloten events tot langs de lijn bij de 🏈 wedstrijd Chicago Bears tegen de Pittsburgh Steelers. Binnenkort kan ik er hopelijk meer over delen, maar één ding weet ik zeker: … (3/4)

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

… Ik hoorde mezelf nóg zeggen tegen studenten tijdens een van mijn presentaties onlangs aan Tiffin University: Zeg ja tegen iedere nieuwe kans! 😅 “Practice what you preach…” en dus stapte ik, lichtelijk gespannen, in het vliegtuig naar de “Windy City”. (2/4)

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

✨ Wat zou jíj doen? ✨

Stel je voor… Je wordt last-minute gevraagd om naar Chicago te vliegen om een aantal speciale events te filmen. Je kent de mensen niet. Je weet niet precies wat er van je verwacht wordt. En toch… iets in je zegt: ga! (1/4)

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

❄️ 80 days to go until the @milanocortina26 @Olympics ✨ What a privilege it was to be in Milan recently with @fictsfederation, stepping behind the scenes of both long track and short track speed skating.

Watch the full video @schaatsennl >> https://t.co/RYdNp80cVQ

#olympics

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

🇮🇹 The road to @milanocortina26 has begun! Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look in Italy with Olympic champions Enrico Fabris, Stefano Donagrandi, and Alexandra de Navacelle de Coubertin, descendant of the founder of the modern Games.

🎥 @schaatsennl > https://t.co/ZR0PrhxV1f

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

… en die unieke olympische sfeer nu al te mogen proeven. 💫

De weg naar de Spelen is begonnen… en er komt nog veel moois aan. Stay tuned, the Olympic spirit is alive! 🕊️🔥 (2/2)

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

Het olympisch winterseizoen is officieel van start! ❄️ De eerste contouren van @milanocortina26 @Olympics beginnen zichtbaar te worden; de energie, de spanning, de dromen die groeien. Wat bijzonder om er voor het @fictsfederation Sport Film Festival al even te zijn geweest… 1/2

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

… Looking forward to sharing more updates in the coming days ✨ (2/2)

[Margriet de Schutter @MargrietdeS]

It’s good to be back in #Milan for @fictsfederation. With the @milanocortina26 @Olympics on the horizon, this week offers exciting opportunities to explore new collaborations and to reconnect with fellow (short track) speed skating colleagues from Italy. (1/2)