Part 1. If you’re reading this, no doubt you have realised that there’s a HUGE lack of reliable, evidence-based information and guidance out there to help women during, beyond and about to begin the transition to menopause. Questions like: What is menopause? What is perimenopause? How do you know if you’re “in menopause’? What ageContinue reading “Navigating Menopause: Essential Tips for Mountain Biking Women”
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Are You an Innie or an Outie?
No, I am not referring to your belly button. I am referring to your vulva – the soft tissues on the outside of your body between your bottom and your pubic bones. Why am I asking this random question? Well, Has your vulva got you feeling pain & unhappiness after riding your bike? Addressing thisContinue reading “Are You an Innie or an Outie?”
My Top Tips for Riding + Pregnancy
The Outdoor Foundation recently reported mountain biking as one of the most popular outdoor activities in the United States, with approximately 8.32 million mountain bikers in 2015. (It could be double that since Covid19 lockdown)! The demographic includes more and more women who want to continue to ride while pregnant. However, there is still aContinue reading “My Top Tips for Riding + Pregnancy”
Postpartum Mountain Biking Guidelines 101
Mountain biking is shifting from being male dominant sport to an activity also pursued by women and children and families. The number of women and kids entering this sport is growing steadily around the globe. The amount of women who want to continue to ride through pregnancy and into motherhood is also growing. However, theContinue reading “Postpartum Mountain Biking Guidelines 101”