Results Not Typical Nikki Naab-Levy

In this episode, Nikki chats with sports nutritionist and strength coach Steph Gaudreau about the benefits and differences between strength training and Pilates and why you may not want to use them interchangably.
They discuss:
The issues with how fitness is marketed to women and how it influences our choices What is required to build strength, muscle, and bone density and if Pilates can meet these requirements in place of strength training The primary differences between programming and resistance options in Pilates and strength training and why these things matter. The importance of strength training for women over 40 and misconceptions around low impact exercise and "safety." Connect with Steph
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Learn more about Nikki's beginner strength training programs Strength for Hypermobility and PUSH IT.
 

In this episode, Nikki chats with personal trainer and author Jenn Pilotti about the challenge in finding the balance between mastering the basics so you can see results and the desire to experience novelty in exercise. 
They discuss:
Why novelty is so attractive, but can backfire on us if we don't have foundational strength + mobility How to find a balance between our desire for "shiny objects" and the stuff that we need to see improvements in fitness + feel better The basics of fitness, why they're important, and why they are dependent on what you want for yourself (aka universal principles with nuanced application). Connect with Nikki & Jenn
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Follow Jenn on Instagram @jenn_pilotti
Visit Jenn's website jennpilotti.com.

In this episode, Nikki and Jenn discuss common challengs for cardio with hypermobility and strategies to navigate them. 
They cover:
Why cardio can feel so challenging when you're hypermobile The role of strength training in mitigating against pain and injury during cardio  Common myths about hypermobility, running, and impact based cardio Tips to reduce flare-ups and pain during cardio The difference between HIIT and low intensity cardio and how to figure out what amount of each may be right for you. Purchase the Cardio for Hypermobility Master Class + Program!
Purchase the Strength for Hypermobility Program with the Cardio for Hypermobility Master Class + Program at no additional cost!
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In this episode Nikki shares her personal journey finding solutions for managing her chronic neck pain and hypermobility related symptoms, including dizzy spells, chronic tension headaches, and joint subluxations.  She also details her recent experience with physical therapy for her jaw and how it has helped reduce many of her sypmtoms. 
Links mentioned
Jaw stability / strength exercise examples
FREE hypermobility friendly strength workouts
Get the Strength for Hypermobility Program
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In this episode, Nikki and Jenn deconstruct some of the most harmful myths surrounding exercise with hypermobility.
They discuss:
Why restorative movement is an incomplete solution to getting and staying out of pain How and why strength training affects the human body differently from yoga and Pilates The role of strength training in pain management and injury reduction Ways to identify your personal level of tolerance to exercise to reduce flare-ups Links Mentioned:
Learn more about the Strenght for Hypermobility Program
Sign up for the Expanding Your Tolerance to Exercise Master Class
Rational & Feasibility of Resistance Training in hEDS/HSD: A Narrative Review
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Follow Nikki on Instagram @naablevyfitness
Follow Jenn on Instagram @jenn_pilotti

In this interview, Nikki chats with founder and Head Coach of Elements Sports Coaching Tenille Hoogland about what women need to know when starting or returning to endurance training and sports in their 40s and beyond.
They discuss:
How to define endurance activities Nutrition considerations and common pitfalls that stop women from feeling and performing their best - particularly as they are entering their 40s and 50s How to get started with endurance activities such as running or biking with less burnout and fewer injuries Why age shouldn't stop you from starting or pursuing endurance activites The different cardio zones that you should know about when starting endurance training CLICK HERE to sign up for the Play to Your Best: Perimenopausal Athletes and Beyond Virtual Summit!
Connect with Tennille
Elements Sports Coaching Website Athlete Project 51 Connect with Nikki
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