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Media Appearances
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Maurice Benard State of Mind
Mental resilience, athletic identity, and reinvention
2024
ABC News
First Albanian female professional wrestler — historic milestone
2024
Klan Kosovo
Breaking barriers in American professional wrestling
2024
EuroNews Albania
Medina's rise in sports, media, and entrepreneurship
2024
Top Albania
Albanian-American athlete making history in the US
2024
KTV
Women in combat sports and professional wrestling
2024
PRIVE
Luxury lifestyle, wellness, and personal brand
2024
Kohanet
Diaspora success story — Albanian-American trailblazer
2024
JC Unplugged
Entrepreneurship, mindset, and building a personal brand
2024
RedLine Talk
High performance, athletics, and media crossover
2024
Jim Beaver Show
Resilience, reinvention, and the athlete mindset
2024
Josiah Show
Women in sports, leadership, and entrepreneurship
2024
AANO
Albanian-American community spotlight
2024
Andale Media
Sports personality and media crossover
2024
Official Biography
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Medina — known internationally as Xena Phoenix — is a professional wrestler, media personality, certified Pilates instructor, actress, host, and entrepreneur. The first Albanian female professional wrestler in the United States, she has appeared on Paramount's WOW Women of Wrestling, ABC News, EuroNews, and Maurice Benard's State of Mind. She is the founder of Double Duty Media and Body by Medina.
Medina, known internationally as Xena Phoenix, is a multi-hyphenate public figure whose career spans professional wrestling, television, media, wellness, and entrepreneurship. As the first Albanian female professional wrestler in the United States, she made history on Paramount's WOW Women of Wrestling and has since built a powerful personal brand across sports, media, and business. She is the host and founder of Double Duty, a digital media company featuring athletes, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. Through Body by Medina, she offers premium Pilates instruction, personal coaching, and self-defense training. Her media footprint includes appearances on ABC News, EuroNews, Klan Kosovo, Maurice Benard's State of Mind, and numerous international platforms.
Media Resources
MEDIA KIT
Everything you need to feature Medina in your publication, broadcast, or digital platform.
High-Resolution Photography
Professional headshots and editorial photography for print and digital use.
Knowledge Center
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Long-form articles, guides, and insights from Medina — covering leadership, performance, wellness, and the business of building a personal brand.
How the Wrestling Ring Taught Me to Lead
The discipline, pressure, and raw vulnerability of professional wrestling forged leadership skills no boardroom could replicate. Here's what I learned.
Breaking Into Rooms That Weren't Built for You
As the first Albanian female professional wrestler in the US, I learned that the most powerful move is simply showing up — fully, unapologetically.
The Athlete Mindset: Why It Transfers to Everything
Training like a professional athlete rewires how you approach every challenge — in business, media, and life. Here's the framework I use daily.
Why I Chose Pilates After Professional Wrestling
After years of high-impact training, Pilates became my foundation — not just for the body, but for mental clarity, longevity, and sustainable performance.
Building a Brand When You Are the Brand
Your name, your story, and your presence are your most valuable assets. Here's how I built Medina from an athlete identity into a multi-platform brand.
Performing Under Pressure: Lessons from the Ring
When thousands of eyes are on you and everything is on the line, mental toughness isn't optional. These are the techniques that got me through.
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