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NoVA Weekend Warriors
by Meg Donnelly, LMT
"NoVA Weekend Warriors" featuring tips for and interviews with the Weekend Warriors of Northern Virginia: runners, cyclists, athletes and outdoor enthusiasts! Learn from some of the awesome and amazing locals in our area about their path to fitness, why they do what they do, the challenges and the victories!
Episodes
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Myth Busting: Water, Hydration, Muscles and Massage (Blog Audio Version)
You might have heard the old myth that the way a muscle feels or its tonicity, is an indicator of dehydration. Or maybe you’ve heard that water is required post massage to help flush out the system. Well, the good news is… that is not the case. Neither is true. Let's explore why and/or how these...
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Finding Community through Volleyball with the Northern Virginia Volleyball League
Prior to the pandemic in January 2020, Meg met with Shirali Shah Trietley, founder of the Northern Virginia Volleyball League along with some of the coaches and players of the league. Since taping, Shirali has since moved on to other exciting adventures and the league has morphed and taking on a...
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Try a Tri with Team FeXY
Think triathlons are just for elite athletes? Think again! Team FeXY President Kristine Wooten and Team FeXY member Dr. Dan Trexler join Meg to discuss their experiences training and competing in triathlons with Team FeXY. Full show notes and transcripts available at:...
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Massage in a Time of COVID-19?
A quick note: Many times I sign off with "enjoy each new challenge that comes your way. Well for this episode, my greatest challenge was the audio. For a few of us on the panel it is ummm.... problematic.... this week. But the content is really, really great, so I hope you stick it out. For…
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Open Communication: A Candid Conversation about Race, Bias and Cultural Competency
On the anniversary of our co-authored blog post on misconceptions surrounding modesty and the muslim faith in regards to massage, Cordelia Gaffar guest hosts a special episode of NoVA Weekend Warriors where we discuss race, diversity and culture candidly and openly with a group of participants…
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Ask An Epidemiologist with Dr. Recinda Sherman
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Recinda Sherman, an epidemiologist, to discuss some critical questions for health, wellness and fitness professions to consider. (Time stamped questions listed below). Recording Date: 5/24/2020 Please note today's discussion focuses only on one of the avenues...
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Moving Mountains: Women's Endurance Mountain Bike Racing with Anne Mader of The Bike Lane
Anne Mader, co-owner of The Bike Lane, is an avid mountain biker and fierce competitor. We discuss the sport of mountain biking and the challenges women face in the world of mountain biking, the strides the sport has made over the last decade in creating a more diverse environment and Anne...
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Part 1 of 2: LIVE from Rowan Tree with our Past Guest Panel
Part 1 of 2: Join us for a panel discussion from past guests, guests of Season 2 and more! This episode is Part 1 of 2. As we broadcast live this covers the first 45 minutes and (abruptly) cuts off. Keep listening to the remainder by heading right into "LIVE from Rowan Tree with our Past Guest...
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Part 2 of 2: LIVE from Rowan Tree with our Past Guest Panel
Part 2 of 2: Join us for a panel discussion from past guests, guests of Season 2 and more! As we broadcast live this covers the remaining 15 minutes after Part 1 (abruptly) cuts off. Start with Part 1 "LIVE from Rowan Tree with our Past Guest Panel (Part 1 of 2)" and then head here for the...
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Rock Steady with Alec Langstein
Learn more about non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum, Rock Steady Boxing. Alec Langstein, owner of Rock Steady Boxing NoVA and I discuss research on Parkinson's and how his work with this boxing program specifically created for those with Parkinson's is making a positively impact.…
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Special Announcements: Season Two and LIVE Event
We are BACK with Season 2 starting this Sunday with new episodes each Wednesday and hear about how to grab tickets to our first ever NoVA Weekend Warriors LIVE event, happening on Monday evening, April 29th. Transcript: Hello Northern Virginia! NoVA Weekend Warriors, hosted by yours truly, Meg...
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The Road To Augusta With Anna Gibson
Anna Gibson found a passion for Triathlons in her 30s and this year completed the Iron Man 70.3 Augusta. Learn about her training and how that has shaped her as a business woman and in her day to day life. We also discuss our takeaways from the "Sports Forward: Women In Sports. Women In...
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Yin Yoga for the Yang Athlete with Gretchen Schutte
On today's episode, we speak with Yogi Gretchen Schutte of Tulaprana Yoga & Wellness about a very specific type of yoga, Yin Yoga and how athletes can benefit from these longer held poses. Whether you currently practice daily or you've never done yoga before, you'll be sure to gain a few great...
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Fearless: Run For Yourself with Stephanie Wright - Part 2
On Part 2 of Fearless, today's guest, Stephanie Wright, discusses how running has helped her become fearless. Stephanie talks about the positive role it has played in her life, how her running program is uniquely hers and we touch on the positive role that running plays in mental health. We also...
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Fearless: Run For Yourself with Stephanie Wright - Part 1
Today's guest, Stephanie Wright, discusses how running has helped her become fearless. Stephanie talks about the positive role it has played in her life, how her running program is uniquely hers and we touch on the positive role that running plays in mental health. Taped live during the September...
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Run Club Spotlight: Old Town Herndon Happy Hour Runners with Kelly Roth
Join us as we talk to Kelly Roth, founder of the Old Town Herndon Happy Hour Runners Run Club, which meets every Wednesday at 6:30pm at the Green Lizard in historic Old Town Herndon. Runners (and walkers) of all abilities are welcome to join them on the W&OD...and/or for Happy Hour around town...
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Colleen's Fantastic Journey with Colleen Dee Tiberius Shumaker of "Finding The Fantastic"
Meet Colleen Dee Tiberius Shumaker, who was a college basketball phenomenon before an injury left her on the sidelines. Colleen took that experience and over time learned how not to focus on the negative, but rather how to "Find the Fantastic" each and every day. Listen as Colleen talks about her...
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Fitness, Friendship & Philanthropy with the Swim Team Dads
This week, the NoVA Weekend Warriors podcast talks fitness, friendship and philanthropy with Reston's favorite fitness philanthropists, the Swim Team Dads! Learn about how the Swim Team Dads "leverage friendship to make a positive impact in our community through fitness, social and volunteer...
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Weekend Warriors Knead To Run Book Club with Sara Kotila
This week the NoVA Weekend Warriors podcast is joining forces with Sara Kotila of the Knead To Run podcast to introduce our Weekend Warriors Knead To Run Book Club, the Book Club with the athlete in mind! In this episode, we announce the book we will be reading for September . . . Let Your Mind...
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Run Towards Community with Danielle Watson
Northern Virginia is home to a multitude of running clubs. Today Danielle Watson, a TEDx Speaker, author & host of The Danielle Daily talks about how running clubs give members a new sense of community. Connect with Danielle: https://www.instagram.com/the_danielledaily/...
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Understanding Macros with Stephanie Stierhoff of Power & Balance Fitness
Today we discuss the unique macros needs of the Weekend Warrior with Stephanie Stierhoff of Power and Balance Fitness, creator of NutNola/SeedNola. Learn about the common misconceptions surrounding athletes and the big 3: Fats, Carbohydrates and Protein. Connect with Stephanie & Power and Balance...
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"Live Work Play" In Reston...AND Race a Cardboard Boat With Kurt Rose
This week we talk about the "Play" in the Reston "Live Work Play" motto ... specifically ways to play this weekend at historic Lake Anne where the Reston Trust & Museum 2nd Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta will be taking place on Saturday! Links mentioned in this episode: Lake Anne Cardboard Boat...
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Building Fitness and Wellness into Your Work Day with Rowan Tree CoFounders Amy Dagliano and Kate Viggiano Janich
Amy Dagliano and Kate Janich Viggiano, Co-Founders of Rowan Tree, a new Co-Work and Co-Growth Space in Herndon, Virginia, discuss how and why they incorporate fitness and wellness into their work day and into their business model for Rowan Tree. Connect with Rowan Tree: Website:...
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The CrossFit Chiro with Dr. Peter McGarry
Dr. Peter McGarry with Chiropractic Family Health Centre, a Palmercare Clinic in Centreville, VA talks about the unique perspective he brings to CrossFit as a Doctor of Chiropractic. We discuss tips for those who have never tried CrossFit before, what the seasoned CrossFit Athlete can do to take...
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Nutrition for the Weekend Warrior with Cheryl Toner, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Cheryl Toner, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in Northern Virginia, talks about the unique nutrition needs of Weekend Warriors. We discuss research, our biggest nutrition challenges and more. Sign up for additional audio including Cheryl's take on some popular nutrition buzzwords at...
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Liz's Story - How Cycling Helped Make the Shift from Perfectionism to Self Acceptance
Liz Kamp, Reston Mom of 3, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Schwinn Instructor and owner of New Trail Cycling Studio opening right here in Reston, discusses how indoor cycling helped her make the shift away from perfectionism and towards self acceptance, enjoying fitness for fun and wellness...
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What Works For Me, Isn’t Going to Work For Someone Else and What Works For Someone Else Isn't Necessarily Going to Work for Me
CONTENT ALERT: Depression, Anxiety, Mental Health. This week we saw two highly publicized tragedies. Mental health is different for everyone. I’m not providing answers, I can’t provide guidance. Everyone’s different. I can only provide my story...so I’m putting myself out there and putting my…
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Run/Walk/Run Your Way to Your Next PR with Coach Liz Badley
Entrepreneur and Running Coach Liz Badley talks about the many benefits of the Jeff Galloway Run/Walk/Run Method. As usual, we also touch on a few other fitness and running related topics! Connect with Liz: https://facebook.com/lizbadley https://instagram.com/restonstyle https://restonstyle.com...
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Weekend in Review: Reston Pride, the Reston Sprint Tri and the Herndon Festival (A Sunday Shortcut)
This weekend was about feeling Pride in our community & giving back through volunteerism! Another great weekend in Northern Virginia! Links mentioned in this episode: Herndon Festival; http://www.herndonfestival.net/ Herndon Festival 5k/10k Races & Fitness Expo:...
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Run Ragnar, An Interview with Greg Russell, Ragnar Warrior and 23 Time Ragnarian
*With the Holiday Weekend, I am pushing out Wednesday's Interview Episode early on Sunday! - In Episode 7, I interview Greg Russell, Ragnar Warrior and coordinator of the DC Ragnar Ambassador, who discusses all things Ragnar, including the upcoming, not to be missed, Lake Anne Brew House...
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The Athlete's SOLE, An Interview with Rachel Eisenfeld, Certified Pedorthist and Runner
Meg interviews Rachel Eisenfeld, Certified Pedorthist with Soleful Orthotic Solutions, who talks about athletic shoes, shoe lacing techniques, when orthotics make sense...and when they don't! Connect with Rachel: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solefulorthotics/ website:...
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Bike To Work Day Recap (A Sunday Shortcut)
Today's Sunday Shortcut is a recap of my experience volunteering for Bike to Work Day. Links to the organizations mentioned in tonight's podcast: Bike to Work Metro DC: http://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/ Herndon Parks and Recreation Department: http://www.herndon-va.gov/recreation Washington Area...
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'Tri" to Swim, An Interview with Coach Tracy Endo of NoVa Sports Coach
Coach Tracy discusses how to move from a single sport to triathlon training, how to add swimming to your routine and more! Connect with Coach Tracy: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/novasportscoach instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmvcoffeejunkie website: http://novasportscoach.com...
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Overview of The Brave Athlete (A Sunday Shortcut)
A quick overview of the book, The Brave Athlete https://www.velopress.com/books/the-brave-athlete/
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Laura's Story with Laura Kauh, Photographer, Coach & Avid Runner
Today Meg interviews Laura Kauh, owner of Laurentina Photography, Cross Country/Track Coach and avid runner, about how she found running, how she balances two careers and how she still makes time to run. She shares some of her challenges along her journey and rewarding, stand out moments that…
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Virtual Tribes for Runners and Fitness Enthusiasts (A Sunday Shortcut)
Today's episode is about the Virtual Tribes we belong to...those online fitness related Facebook groups and meetup pages where we share our successes and encourage others. See links to my favorite local northern Virginia running/fitness groups in the comments sections! And don't forget to catch…
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"NoVA Weekend Warriors" featuring tips for and interviews with the Weekend Warriors of Northern Virginia: runners, cyclists, athletes and outdoor enthusiasts! Learn from some of the awesome and amazing locals in our area about their path to fitness, why they do what they do, the challenges and the victories!
HOSTED BY
Meg Donnelly, LMT
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