Female Athlete Diaries
Real stories and conversations of the challenges females face during exercise, training, and racing through all stages of life. Stories of being steam rolled by PMT, the yo-yo of peri-menopause, losing confidence in your body, the diet that went too far, and many more. Listen to the experiences of other women, connect and breakthrough.
Female Athlete Diaries
Down to the Bones with Keely Mancini
The Fight for Bone Health: Keely Mancini's Journey with Osteopenia
In this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan welcomes Keely Mancini, a seasoned Pilates teacher and educator with over 25 years of experience. Keely shares her surprise diagnosis of osteopenia bordering on osteoporosis and how a DEXA scan revealed her bone density issues. Despite her active lifestyle, she delves into the contributing factors, including periods of poor diet during her early dance career, the impact of breastfeeding, and her journey through menopause. The conversation highlights the importance of bone health, the role of diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices in maintaining bone density, and Keely’s efforts to educate clients and young women on these crucial topics. She also discusses her adaptive training routines, the significance of specialist consultations, and embracing aging while focusing on longevity.
00:00 Introduction to Female Athlete Diaries
00:34 Meet Keely Mancini: Pilates Teacher and Endurance Athlete
01:42 Keely's Osteopenia Diagnosis
02:14 Understanding Bone Health and DEXA Scans
04:53 Keely's Athletic Background and Bone Health
07:33 Impact of Diet and Lifestyle on Bone Health
09:36 Challenges of Maintaining Bone Health Through Life Stages
18:19 Raising Awareness and Educating Others
25:39 Exploring Bone Health: Initial Steps and Professional Consultations
26:48 The Importance of Vitamin D and Sun Exposure
28:49 Understanding Celiac Disease and Gut Health
30:32 Exercise and Bone Health: Key Practices
33:30 Educating Teenagers on Bone Health
38:32 Adapting Exercise Routines with Age
40:20 Practical Changes for Bone Health and Aging
42:01 The Role of Foot Health in Overall Well-being
45:32 Final Thoughts and Contact Information