EPISODE #98 - SHELLE EDGE
Shelle Edge and Cara Mack talk about the upcoming 100th episode and how you can be a part of the celebration.
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Also in this episode, Shelle and Cara talk about what empowerment is and how it can be useful to others beyond our own ambitions.
Learn about the upcoming empowerment event for females at Strive Ninja Fitness in Franklin, MA.
EPISODE #97 - Jennifer Stefano
“So many people fall on the second obstacle, but it doesn’t define who you are as an athlete. I have to remind myself of that also.”
Today we talk all things American Ninja Warrior!
*How do you make a great submission video?
*How did Jenn feel as a rookie during ANW12?
*What do Cara and Jenn think of the new course changes for ANW13?
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EPISODE #96: AVERY GLANTZ
Avery Glantz was an American Ninja Warrior Jr. competitor and now is heading towards her rookie season on ANW13. Avery is a top competitor in the ninja world and is hyped for her chance to bring her skill to the next level. Learn how Avery is preparing for ANW and what it's like going from the Jr. stage to the adult stage.
EPISODE 95: A'NNA ROBY
"Ladies, your physiology, training, and nutrition needs change throughout the month. It’s time to leverage this information to work smarter, not harder, for better results." -A'nna
Dr. A'nna Roby has been a lifelong athlete and now works as a nutritionist for athletes. She is the Chief Research Officer at Athlete Blood Test and has a passion for exercise science as it relates to females. Today she shares how Athlete Blood Tests can help support women athletes in their performance, energy, and overall health. This is our time to show our strength and skill!
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EPISODE 94: SARAH AVERY
Sarah Avery is a professional yoga therapist and teacher, founder of Moon Cycle Seed Company, and a physical therapist. Today she shares insight on injury prevention for ankles and ACLs. We talk about some practical tips for ankle strengthening after you've had an injury like a sprained ankle and how to be a proactive athlete in avoiding and training against injury.
Contact Sarah here: www.inmotionintegrativept.com
EPISODE 93: DR. ELSPETH HART
Dr. Elspeth Hart is not only a ninja who will be competing on this season of American Ninja Warrior, but she also treats injured ninjas! Elly is a physician assistant who works in sports medicine. Learn how she has developed "Gymnastics Medicine" which gives the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gymnastics injuries. Elly is working on developing the same type of clinic for ninja.
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Contact Elly! @elspethhart Boston Sports and Performance Center
PLAYLIST: Females in Ninja Series
Hey Ninjababe!
Catch our discussion on how females compete and train in ninja warrior.
Should we continue to compete on the same course or should we explore separate or scaled courses?
What are the physiological differences between male and females and how does that affect our sports performance?
Learn from sports professionals and ninja coaches in this playlist focused on females and their performance in ninja.
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EPISODE 92: TAYLOR JOHNSON
Taylor is a fierce competitor! At the time of this interview, she is ranked 2nd for Elite Female athletes in the National Ninja League. She has competed on American Ninja Warrior seasons 11 and 12 and is looking forward to competing in season 13! Hear how Taylor trains and her outlook on competing.
EPISODE 91: THE SOBER NINJA - Kendra Nyrkkanen
Kendra has a story that is raw, real, and relatable. She explains how the drive to be accepted and valued led her down a destructive road. Kendra is now 8 years sober and is celebrating life free of a mind clouded by alcohol addiction. With her renewed mind, Kendra is crushing the course and ready to take on any obstacle.
EPISODE #90: JORDAN THURSTON
Jordan Thurston joins Mary Leighton on today's discussion of the future of female ninja athletes. Jordan coaches top ninjas at Vitality Obstacle Fitness in Massachusetts. Jordan believes that ninja warrior courses should be separated by gender for many reasons. He argues that it will benefit everyone involved including male and female athletes, coaches, and course designers. Hear how his elite female athletes perform on the course, how he trains them, and what he sees as their challenges and their strengths.
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