NoVA Weekend Warriors
"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
May 30, 2022 • 11 mins
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 myths might have come about and what we can focus on instead!
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May 24, 2022 • 27 mins
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 new name, a new location and new leadership (which will will hear all about in Season 3)! But in the meantime, this "lost episode" has gr...
Since taping, Shirali has since moved on to other exciting adventures and the league has morphed and taking on a new name, a new location and new leadership (which will will hear all about in Season 3)! But in the meantime, this "lost episode" has gr...
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May 10, 2022 • 26 mins
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: https://novaweekendwarriors.com/podcast
Full show notes and transcripts available at: https://novaweekendwarriors.com/podcast
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July 8, 2020 • 64 mins
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 future recordings, I'm working on an alternative video platform and more importantly, my replacement mic will be in any day now. So you'll st...
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June 19, 2020 • 75 mins
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 who share their experiences, questions and thoughts... with a goal of bringing us together through exploring our differences and listening e...
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May 25, 2020 • 92 mins
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 to explore when deciding on reopening dates and plans. Health, wellness and fitness professionals also need to weigh ethical considerati...
Recording Date: 5/24/2020
Please note today's discussion focuses only on one of the avenues to explore when deciding on reopening dates and plans. Health, wellness and fitness professionals also need to weigh ethical considerati...
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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 highlights some of the best local trails, clinics, races and more.
Mentioned in this Episode:
The Bike Lane & Bike Lane Brewing:
https://thebik...
Mentioned in this Episode:
The Bike Lane & Bike Lane Brewing:
https://thebik...
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April 29, 2019 • 27 mins
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 Panel (Part 2 of 2).
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April 29, 2019 • 30 mins
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 remainder.
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April 18, 2019 • 25 mins
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.
Register for the Pints for Parkinson's Event supporting Parkinson Social Network on April 27th @ 1pm: https://www.facebook.com/events/506912769...
Register for the Pints for Parkinson's Event supporting Parkinson Social Network on April 27th @ 1pm: https://www.facebook.com/events/506912769...
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April 11, 2019 • 3 mins
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 Donnelly, a Licensed Massage Therapist focused on those Weekend Warriors, is BACK with Season 2 starting this Sunday. And we have our firs...
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Hello Northern Virginia! NoVA Weekend Warriors, hosted by yours truly, Meg Donnelly, a Licensed Massage Therapist focused on those Weekend Warriors, is BACK with Season 2 starting this Sunday. And we have our firs...
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December 6, 2018 • 31 mins
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 Leadership." conference we recently attended and so much more.
Connect with Anna:
https://instagram.com/akgdesignqueen
AKG Design Studios:
https://...
Connect with Anna:
https://instagram.com/akgdesignqueen
AKG Design Studios:
https://...
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November 29, 2018 • 27 mins
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 takeaways!
Connect with Gretchen and Tulaprana Yoga:
https://facebook.com/tulapranayoga
https://tulapranayoga.com
https://tulapranayoga.com/...
Connect with Gretchen and Tulaprana Yoga:
https://facebook.com/tulapranayoga
https://tulapranayoga.com
https://tulapranayoga.com/...
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October 18, 2018 • 21 mins
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 talk about running solo and there might even be a quick conversation about running bras! Taped live during the September Work From the B...
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October 11, 2018 • 19 mins
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 Work From the Brew House event at Lake Anne Brew House. Part 1 of a 2 part episode. Look for part 2 next Wednesday...or if you would ...
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 Work From the Brew House event at Lake Anne Brew House. Part 1 of a 2 part episode. Look for part 2 next Wednesday...or if you would ...
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October 3, 2018 • 22 mins
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 afterwards! Join them again on Saturdays at the Lake Anne Beer Run at Lake Anne Brew House.
Connect with Old Town Herndon Happy Hour Ru...
Connect with Old Town Herndon Happy Hour Ru...
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September 13, 2018 • 24 mins
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 journey back to fitness and a new mindset she cultivated along the way that ultimately led to the creation of her latest project "Findin...
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September 5, 2018 • 27 mins
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 activities." You'll also hear about the upcoming Swim Team Dads night at Glory Days Grill Reston North Point Village, this Thursday, September...
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August 29, 2018 • 10 mins
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 Run: A Memoir of Thinking My Way to Victory by Deena Kastor and Michelle Hamilton. Read along with us and connect with us before our book ...
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August 23, 2018 • 20 mins
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/
https://www.facebook.com/thedanielledaily/
Links to Running Clubs mentioned in this episode:
Reston Runners Women's Training Program: https://www.restonrunners.org/in...
Connect with Danielle:
https://www.instagram.com/the_danielledaily/
https://www.facebook.com/thedanielledaily/
Links to Running Clubs mentioned in this episode:
Reston Runners Women's Training Program: https://www.restonrunners.org/in...
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