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train, fuel, educate, engage, celebrate the FEMALE mind, body, and spirit
sWELL - What is SUSTAINABLE WELLness for women?
PEAC - Performance Education for Athletes and Coaches
Interested in learning more and joining the conversation??
PEAC SURVEY- Calling all female athletes!!
We are surveying present and/or former female high school athletes to ask questions about their experiences in sports. Targeted questions related to menstrual health, female-specific strength training programs, and/or the lack of female presence in coaching staff are all important components to this research. Your responses will contribute to a better understanding of the experiences of female high school athletes - and how these experiences can impact long-term health!
TRAIN like a GIRL
As a certified personal trainer with nearly four decades of experience, I have come to recognize the importance of tailoring training programs for female athletes, acknowledging that training women cannot be approached solely through male standards. My focus on working with female athletes stems from an understanding of the nuanced needs of the female body, including considerations such as menstrual cycles, breast development, and other physiological differences.
Strength training holds paramount significance in these tailored programs for several reasons:
Muscle Development: Recognizing the variance in muscle distribution and quantity between genders, strength training is instrumental in promoting muscle growth, addressing the specific needs of female athletes.
Bone Health: Given that women are more susceptible to osteoporosis, incorporating weight-bearing exercises and strength training is essential for enhancing bone density and reducing the risk of fractures.
Injury Prevention: Tailored strength training programs help prevent injuries by strengthening muscles around joints and improving stability, crucial considerations for female athletes prone to certain types of injuries.
Hormonal Benefits: Recognizing the impact on hormonal balance, strength training contributes to regulating hormones such as estrogen, aligning with the unique hormonal fluctuations experienced by female athletes.
Functional Strength: Focused on enhancing functional strength, strength training aids in improving daily activities and sports-specific movements, contributing to superior athletic performance in female athletes.
Posture and Alignment: Acknowledging the importance of posture and alignment, strength training is integral in preventing musculoskeletal issues and enhancing overall athletic performance for female athletes.
Recovery and Rehabilitation: In rehabilitation after injuries, tailored strength training plays a vital role in rebuilding strength, regaining range of motion, and preventing future injuries among female athletes.
Psychological Benefits: Beyond physical gains, strength training offers psychological benefits, including increased confidence, reduced stress, and improved mood—positively impacting the mindset and motivation of female athletes.
By recognizing and addressing the unique physiological aspects of female bodies, my training programs for female athletes are designed to empower, support, and optimize their performance, acknowledging that a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn't suffice.
TRAIN like a GIRL