CrossFit and Strength Programming Just For Women
Living with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis can present unique challenges for female athletes. This autoimmune condition, which affects the thyroid gland, can
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When we think of estrogen, the first thing that may come to mind is its association with the female reproductive
During perimenopause, the body undergoes hormonal changes that can lead to various symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, sleep
Perimenopause and menopause can bring about significant changes in a woman’s body, including hormonal fluctuations and potential changes in exercise
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Hormonal fluctuations can wreak havoc on our mental state- affecting our mood, energy levels, focus, and motivation. When faced with
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We’ve all been there. Day one of your period hits, and the LAST thing you want to do is exercise.
Cortisol. A word that many Americans talk about on the regular. The fight or flight hormone, the hormone that makes
Continue readingManaging Cortisol Levels as a CrossFit Athlete in Peri/Menopause/Post
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition where the ovaries produce an over abundance of androgens (male sex hormones). Symptoms
Each training day we give our athletes tips on how we want them to approach their training relative to where
In this video Coach Shawna goes over her tips and strategies to work with your changing hormones to continue to