Your Body Knows More Than Your Training Plan: Rachel Boim On Pain, FKTs, And Body Dysmorphia

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See Her Outside: Stories From Women Who Adventure

Angie Marie | The GEA Alliance

22 episodes

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Get inspired with lessons from adventure that can't be learned indoors. Hear stories of women with a passion for the outdoors, from everyday athletes to activists breaking societal barriers to nature. By pushing limits in the wild, these women discover that they're more capable than they first thought-- and you are, too. Our nonprofit programs and adventure scholarships increase access to adventure for girls & women+, so that you'll always See Her Outside. Brought to you by the Alliance for Gender Equity in Outdoor Adventure.

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Your Body Knows More Than Your Training Plan: Rachel Boim On Pain, FKTs, And Body Dysmorphia

See Her Outside: Stories From Women Who Adventure

34 minutes 28 seconds

4 months ago

Your Body Knows More Than Your Training Plan: Rachel Boim On Pain, FKTs, And Body Dysmorphia

You’re invited to our free Trail Talk on July 31: Injury Prevention in Outdoor Adventure with Rachel Lee Boim, DPT. Bring your questions about pain, strength training, recovery and more. RSVP at cairnproject.org/trail-talks!

Rachel Lee Boim is a record holding endurance athlete and Doctor of Physical Therapy who has set Fastest Known Times on iconic routes like the Kilimanjaro Summit Circuit, Aconcagua, and the trail from Namche Bazaar to Everest Base Camp.

Rachel began her mountaineering journey at age 33. Since then, her on- the-go lifestyle has led her across six continents to compete in ultramarathons and high altitude ascents. Rachel's also a volunteer Trailblazer at The Cairn Project, blending her passion with philanthropy so other girls and women can experience the magic of time outdoors.

Angie and Rachel talk about:

Rachel’s recovery from disordered eating and body dysmorphia
How her sister’s cancer diagnosis inspired Rachel to explore scary goals
The difference between pain and discomfort in outdoor adventure
The emotional cost of being a sponsored athlete and how she found joy again
Why women of all ages deserve to chase big goals (and how to start)
Adventure lessons from Nepal, Bolivia, and beyond

Join us at the July 31 Trail Talk to ask Rachel questions about staying strong and healthy in outdoor adventure!

Mentioned in this episode:

Free Trail Talks - cairnproject.org/trail-talks
The Pink Fund
Become a Trailblazer like Rachel!

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Brought to you by the Alliance for Gender Equity in Outdoor Adventure (GEA Alliance).

Hosted by Angie Marie Lake, edited by Alyson Castonguay, research assistance by Danielle Peecher