Bitch v. Bear

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are looking at the importance of building Resilience and overcoming adversity. We explore the three P’s and tell our own stories of building personal resilience. Shout out to Busch Gardens!

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are discussing Fear and how it can help or hinder your progress. We will look at how to use your fitness to become more resilient and able to work through your fear (like preparing to run from the zombie hoards when the apocalypse happens). Syd is setting the example by stepping out of her comfort zone and getting a little “woowoo”...

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are talking self-love and accepting your body just as it is as we prepare for summer. Don’t worry we have the tips, tricks, and support for how to do this - remember you are not alone! 

Mentioned in the episode: @finleyfunsten and @camillalor

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are talking about a truly astonishing factoid - women who engage in strength training exercises experience a 30% decrease in cardiovascular mortality. That’s right ladies, it is time to pick up a barbell, a kettlebell, some dumbbells, the dog, anything! We are exploring what this means and how we can achieve it.

the app mentioned in the episode is MILA from @milamovement

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are taking a deeper dive into one of our favorite topics: Rest! This time we are exploring different types of rest - it’s not just about sleeping. Although Amber does go on a rant about the injustices of sleep studies only being conducted on men…

This week we are exploring how to hack neurodivergence and create sustainable routines. And yes, Amber has had yet another revelation while recording (or preparing to) this podcast. There is, in fact, a reason why habit forming is so difficult for folks who are neurodivergent - and no, it’s not that we are just failing at it!

This week we are exploring Hustle Culture - what it is and where it came from. Hustle culture in fitness can inspire motivation and commitment to personal health, however it is important to be mindful of potential downsides.

This week we are talking about how to respond to that tricky question we all dread: “why don’t you have children?”. We are exploring why folks aren’t defaulting to having kids as much anymore and, of course, our own stories about being child free.

This week we are diving into the Zero-Proof movement. We are exploring what it is, where it came from and whether we think it’s going to stick around. We also discuss our favorite non-alcoholic options (Shirley Temples!) and the millennial struggle….

Mentioned in the episode are @brunchwithbabs @athleticbrewing  @moneywithkatie

This week we are chatting about caffeine! We’re exploring the different ways we consume caffeine for that energy boost. We’re also looking at the benefits and pitfalls of caffeine consumption.