In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes speaks with Dr. Samantha Harte, a distinguished physical therapist, author, and advocate for holistic wellness. Dr. Harte shares her journey through addiction, perfectionism, and trauma, highlighting how these personal struggles influenced her professional path.

She discusses the importance of addressing root issues such as childhood trauma and the need for control, and offers insight into her framework based on the 12 Steps to help others find healing and resilience. The conversation delves into the parallels between addiction and over-exercise or obsessive dieting, urging listeners to confront underlying emotional pain and make transformative changes in their lives.

Episode Highlights:

• 01:48 Meet Dr. Samantha Harte
• 03:27 Dr. Harte's Journey and Struggles
• 04:40 Perfectionism and Addiction
• 08:36 The Path to Physical Therapy
• 16:11 The High-Functioning Addict
• 25:27 Parallels with Athletes
• 29:25 Addressing RED-S in Female Athletes
• 34:16 The Haunting of Unresolved Relationships
• 34:56 Postpartum Struggles and Body Image
• 35:29 The Descent into Obsessive Control
• 38:26 A Miraculous Turning Point
• 40:19 Facing Grief and Finding Forgiveness
• 45:08 The Path to Recovery and Self-Compassion
• 53:36 Embracing Intuition and Personal Growth
• 57:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Dr. Samantha Harte is a physical therapist, best-selling author, performing artist, podcast host, and sober mom of two. She has been featured on CBS and abc7 and in People magazine, US Weekly, In Touch, Time magazine and The New York Post for her expertise on the intersection of mind-body health and wellness.

Her self help memoir, Breaking The Circuit: How to Rewire Your Mind for Hope, Resilience and Joy in the Face of Trauma, is a modern, trauma-informed take on the 12 steps of recovery so that anyone, addict or not, can turn their pain into power.

Find all about Dr. Samantha Harte at https://access.drsamanthaharte.com/

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Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes, host of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, interviews fellow sports dietician Claire Shorenstein about navigating nutrition challenges for female athletes, particularly in the context of travel. Claire shares her personal journey of becoming a board-certified sports dietician after overcoming her own struggles with disordered eating and finding passion in running and nutrition.

The episode offers practical tips on travel nutrition, ensuring adequate fueling and hydration, and highlights the importance of planning ahead. Additionally, Claire's insights emphasize the balance between preparation and flexibility, encouraging athletes to explore local cuisines while maintaining their nutritional needs.

Episode Highlights:

• 01:28 Meet Claire Shorenstein: A Journey from Music to Nutrition
• 02:39 Claire's Personal Struggles and Triumphs
• 04:58 The Impact of Life Changes on Eating Behaviors
• 19:19 From Road Running to Trail Adventures
• 21:25 Travel Nutrition Tips for Athletes
• 30:01 Creative Freezing Hacks for Travel
• 31:49 Planning Meals for Race Travel
• 33:22 Balancing Convenience and Nutrition
• 34:59 Adapting to Different Travel Scenarios
• 38:13 Embracing Flexibility and Enjoyment
• 50:21 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts

Claire Shorenstein is a Board-Certified Sports Dietitian (MS RD CSSD) with over a decade of experience helping active people achieve their nutrition, health, and fitness goals. She's also a longtime endurance athlete, with a passion for trail and ultra running.

Find out more about Claire Shorenstein:

• https://www.instagram.com/eatforendurance/ IG @eatforendurace
• The Eat for Endurance Podcast
• www.eatforendurance.com

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In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes, sports dietician and athlete, discusses menstrual health with guest Margo Harrison, a board-certified OB-GYN and founder of WaveBye Inc. They delve into the high expectations on women's bodies, nutritional confusion, and the impact of menstrual cycles on daily life and athletic performance.

Margo shares the mission behind WaveBue Inc., a menstrual health company focused on enabling women to manage their menstrual symptoms effectively. The episode covers traditional and innovative treatments for menstrual pain, the importance of tracking and understanding one's cycle, and the evidence-based natural ingredients in WaveBye products, such as vitamin E, magnesium, inositol, and Chasteberry. Lindsey also provides insights from her own experience with the product and offers a special discount for listeners.

Episode Highlights:

• 01:26 Meet Our Guest: Margo Harrison
• 02:10 Understanding Menstrual Health and Nutrition
• 03:30 Personal Experiences and Insights
• 06:30 Challenges and Solutions for Menstrual Pain
• 23:54 Exploring WaveBye Products
• 27:56 Addressing RED-S in Female Athletes
• 30:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
• 30:54 Understanding the Importance of Tracking Your Cycle
• 32:00 Managing Irregular Cycles and Ovulation
• 34:35 Ingredients and Their Benefits
• 38:56 Personal Experiences and Testimonials
• 47:30 Contraindications and Who Should Avoid These Products
• 50:39 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Margo is a board-certified OB/GYN who was an NIH-funded academic PI at the University of Colorado. Since leaving academic medicine, she has been a provider at Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains and founded a femtech consulting firm that served over twenty venture-backed companies in the women's health space in areas of clinical research, strategy, business development, and medical affairs. She is now the founder and CEO of Wave Bye Inc., a menstrual health company that exists to enable women to fulfill their human potential.

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