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How and When to do a Self Breast Exam Oct 04, 2023

Written By: Colleen McElroy, RN, FNP-BC

 

Happy October! Let’s get to know your breasts!

What is a self breast exam and who should do it?

A self breast exam is done to help detect...

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Emotional Regulation Skills Sep 27, 2023

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Have you ever felt so overtaken by an emotion that it felt like it consumed you? Emotions are powerful, and can heavily influence our behaviors and thoughts patterns. When we’re...

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How Can Online Nutrition Coaching Help Me? Sep 26, 2023

Written By: Lauren MacLeod, Registered Dietitian

 

How do you learn about nutrition?

  • Google questions

  • Watch TikTok videos

  • Follow other athletes on social media

  • Read diet books

  • ...

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Identifying and Dealing with Intrusive Thoughts Sep 20, 2023

By: Haley McSweeney, M.A., LMFT

 

By now you’ve probably heard somebody on the Internet jokingly say that they “let the intrusive thoughts win”, but what exactly does that...

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Nutrition Injury Recovery Sep 06, 2023

Written By: Lauren MacLeod, Registered Dietitian

 

Injury is an inevitable part of being an athlete–whether it’s a traumatic brain injury (concussion) or long-term...

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Postpartum Recovery Tips: When and How to Become Active Again Aug 31, 2023

Written By: Dr. Malerie James, PT

 

What is the norm for postpartum guidance from modern medicine?

It’s highly likely that your practitioner will have you and your baby in for a 6 week...

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What to Expect During a Routine Pap Smear Aug 24, 2023

Written By: Colleen McElroy, RN, FNP-BC

 

If you’ve never needed to have a pelvic exam until now, this blog post can help you prepare before your initial conversation with your...

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Bladder Recovery Aug 23, 2023

Written By: Dr. Malerie James, PT

 

If you’ve been out in the woods or up a granite slab for a few days, you know your regular bowel and bladder habits might be a bit out of whack.

...

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Beyond the Scale: Why BMI Isn't the Best Measure of Weight Goals general health Aug 23, 2023

By: Dr. Zoe Caliendo, PT

Maintaining a healthy weight is an essential aspect of overall well-being, but the methods we use to determine our weight goals can greatly impact our journey towards a...

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What is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Aug 22, 2023

Written By: Dr. Malerie James, PT

 

Here at Outdoor Women’s Wellness we work with individuals with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction which can include people with pelvic pain, incontinence, and...

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How to Fill Your "Bucket" to Increase Motivation, Energy + Decrease Irritability! Aug 15, 2023

Written By: Laure Saint Georges Chaumet, Mental Health Therapist

 

First, what is a “bucket”?

When I say bucket, I mean your battery or emotional reserve to be able to face your...

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Defining and Managing Burn Out Aug 09, 2023

Written By: Haley McSweeney, M.A., LMFT

 


1. What is burn out?

We have all felt burnt out at some point in our lives, either at work, in our hobbies, or in our outdoor pursuits. But how do...

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