Maddie Neier, Student Athlete

Maddie is a a freshman in college playing for UCSD women’s soccer. She likes sports, physical activity and going to the movies.

Imagine your ideal day. What does it look like?

8 – 9AM: Breakfast 🥞

9 – 10AM: Running 🏃‍♀️

10 – 11AM: Brunch

11 – 1PM: School/work

1 – 3PM: Movie or Hang with friends

3 – 5PM: Soccer ⚽

5 – 6PM: Dinner

6 – 8PM: Relax with family

9PM: Sleep 😴

What is the most important part of your daily routine?

Working out.

Whose “O” (or day plan) would you most love to see?

Micheal Phelps plan from when he was still competing.

What is your #1 wellness habit?

I prioritize sleep to optimize recovery.

If you could give one piece of health advice to your kid(s), future kid(s) or relative(s), what would it be and why?

To keep moving even if it is just a walk around the neighborhood.

Go follow Maddie Neier on Instagram (maddieneier_)!

Originally published August 19, 2026