Nov 20, 2024
In this episode, I welcome Rachel Selman back for an insightful conversation on the evolving landscape for women in strength and conditioning. Rachel, a physical therapist with strength and conditioning and sports science certifications, shares her journey from being a young professional in a male-dominated field to her current role within the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) nomination committee. We discuss women's unique challenges in the field, including balancing motherhood, overcoming gender bias, and finding innovative ways to support female coaches and athletes.
Takeaways:
- Rachel Selman is a physical therapist and NSCA member.
- The strength and conditioning field is male-dominated but changing.
- Women face unique challenges in strength and conditioning careers.
- Balancing motherhood and career is a significant challenge for women.
- Supportive work environments are crucial for women in the field.
- Mentorship plays a vital role in women's success in strength and conditioning.
- There are various career paths within strength and conditioning.
- Women need to advocate for their needs in the workplace.
- The future of women in strength and conditioning looks promising.
- Creating a community of support is essential for female athletes.
Where to find Rachel Selman:
- Instagram: @dr.rachelselman
- Website: SynthesisPhysicalTherapy.com
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MORE ABOUT THE SHOW:
The Practice Brave podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you're looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood.
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Whether you're a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing.
Each week we'll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you're at because she's been there too!
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