The second season in the WNBA is often when young stars find their rhythm. For Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, it’s also been a season of challenges — namely, staying healthy while navigating the demands of professional basketball.

In a candid recent interview, Clark shared what it’s been like to deal with multiple injuries this year and how she’s learning to handle the ups and downs.

“It’s About Trusting the Process”

Clark didn’t sugarcoat it: the physical toll has been real.

“You just have to trust the process with everything,” she said. “Some days feel great, other days you’re just trying to push through. But that’s part of being a pro — finding ways to help your team even when you’re not at 100%.”

For a player known for her competitive fire, learning to pace herself and listen to her body has been one of the hardest adjustments.

The Physical Grind of the WNBA

Unlike college, where games are spaced further apart, the WNBA season is a fast-paced grind with tight travel schedules and quick turnarounds. For Clark, that’s meant less recovery time between games — and a lot more emphasis on taking care of her body.

Her routine now includes:

• Daily recovery work with the Fever’s training staff

• Cold therapy and stretching sessions after practices and games

• Nutrition tweaks to aid healing and energy

• Mental breaks to keep her mindset sharp through the season

The Mental Side of Injury

Clark also admitted that injuries aren’t just a physical battle — they’re a mental one, too.

“You want to be at your best every single night, and it’s frustrating when your body won’t let you,” she said. “But I’ve learned to focus on what I can control and not dwell on what I can’t.”

That mindset, she says, helps her stay confident and ready for each game, no matter how she’s feeling physically.

Why Fans Love Her Honesty

Clark’s openness about her challenges has resonated with fans. It’s a reminder that professional athletes — even the most talented ones — aren’t invincible. They have to adapt, push through setbacks, and trust the long-term process, just like anyone else chasing a big goal.

Looking Ahead

With the Fever eyeing a playoff push, Clark is determined to keep contributing in any way she can — whether she’s putting up big scoring numbers or creating plays for her teammates.