How do the stories we tell ourselves impact our self-image, our performance, and even the enjoyment we derive from sport? And what if those stories aren’t serving us? How can we change them? Erin Ayala, licensed sport psychologist, certified mental performance consultant, and elite cyclist and I explore these questions and so much more in … Continue reading Real Fit Podcast Ep. 57| How self-compassion can unleash your speediest, strongest athletic performance (and improve your mental health) with Erin Ayala
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Real Fit Podcast Ep. 56 | Sara Gross on the intersection between diet culture and sport
Growing up, Sara Gross was one of the strongest, fastest, kids in her class. So she didn't understand why she only saw women playing sports on TV once every four years, at the Olympics. Today, she's a retired professional triathlete and the CEO and Founder of Feisty Media, a company she created in 2017 with … Continue reading Real Fit Podcast Ep. 56 | Sara Gross on the intersection between diet culture and sport
Workout Wednesday Vol 8: How to Carry Fuel on a Run
Q: What's the best way to carry fuel on a run? A: Like most things about running, it's personal and like just about everything else I've discussed on Workout Wednesday so far, trial and error is the best way to figure out what works best for you. I've been using a Fuel Belt since 2001, … Continue reading Workout Wednesday Vol 8: How to Carry Fuel on a Run
Workout Wednesday: Vol. 1
Welcome to Workout Wednesday! Here's the deal: Every Wednesday I am going to post an answer to a fitness question. Mostly I will be talking about running, because that is my first love, my current favorite form of exercise, and it is the area of fitness where I have the most experience and knowledge. However, … Continue reading Workout Wednesday: Vol. 1