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Nov 11, 2024

Active Girls and Women Are Being Told Missed Periods Are Normal, and It’s Not Okay

The female athlete triad is common, but it shouldn’t be normalized

Active Girls and Women Are Being Told Missed Periods Are Normal, and It’s Not Okay

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Nov 1, 2024

How Being Mentally Fatigued Can Affect Your Run

A tired brain may be to blame for bad run days

How Being Mentally Fatigued Can Affect Your Run

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Sep 20, 2024

Why You Might Want to Revisit Your Max Heart Rate

Max heart rate formulas likely get it wrong, and your watch might too

Why You Might Want to Revisit Your Max Heart Rate

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Jun 9, 2021

So You’re Running and You Need to Poop

It happens. Here’s why and what to do about it.

So You’re Running and You Need to Poop

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Aug 29, 2025

Protein Timing After a Strength Workout: Does It Really Matter?

The “anabolic window” isn’t as tight or important as you might think

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Dec 19, 2024

Why Women Should Take Up More Space in the Weight Room

Sexism and intimidation discourage us from engaging in strength training, yet we have a lot to gain from it

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Oct 25, 2024

Why and How to Make Sure Your Heart Rate Zones Work for You

Using personal metrics to help you get in the (right) zone and train well

Why and How to Make Sure Your Heart Rate Zones Work for You

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May 9, 2024

6 Tips for Running with a Reactive Dog

Always be prepared and be prepared to advocate for your dog

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Dec 1, 2023

9 Full-body Exercises You Can Do With an Injured Foot

Break a satisfying sweat while keeping your footsie safe.

9 Full-body Exercises You Can Do With an Injured Foot

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Nov 21, 2023

What I Learned From Not Wearing My Sports Watch for A Month

It’s not remarkable — but that’s the point

What I Learned From Not Wearing My Sports Watch for A Month

Emily (Brown) Straub, MPH

Emily (Brown) Straub, MPH

Freelance writer specializing in health communication and public health. Get my articles debunking health myths directly in your inbox: emilystraub.substack.com

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