#14 Dr Natasha Barnes - Teen Bouldering Star to Elite Powerlifting, Injury Truths, and, Gender Dynamics in Strength Sports

Ageless Athlete - Stories and Secrets of Adventure Sports Icons

"Strength training is healthcare." 💪🏋️‍♀️

With that powerful statement, teen climbing prodigy, turned climbing and fitness savant, Dr. Natasha Barnes cuts through the confusion around exercise, fitness, and longevity in climbing and quality of life.
From a former winner of bouldering US Nationals, who "didn't think I would even be climbing at a high level, let alone competing in powerlifting or doing the profession that I do now," to overcoming burnout and major injuries by turning around her training, Natasha's story is as inspiring as her insights are practical.
We cover -

1. Why strength training may be the closest thing to a silver bullet for athletes and humans of all ages
2. Surprising truths about injuries, rehab, and MRIs that will change how you view physical setbacks
3. Longevity secrets from an elite who's still crushing at 40: "I feel better than I ever have."
4. Straight talk on nutrition, menstrual cycles, and other make-or-break factors for consistent performance. Finally, my favorite,
5. The joy of of being a beginner and a learner.

If you want to move better, get stronger, and keep progressing in your passions for decades to come, this conversation with the talented Dr. Natasha Barnes is recommended.
References:
Natasha's Website: https://natashabarnesrehab.com/
Natasha's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashabarnes/
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