Bitch v. Bear

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are tackling Reproductive Justice. It’s a rough one, there is a lot of ranting and not enough box breathing. First we brunch and then we ride against the patriarchy!

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are looking at how beneficial movement can be for us. We know, we talk about this all the time, but we are diving in a little deeper this time. Of course, we’re talking about ways to get active and how to regulate nervous systems (spoiler breathing is important!).

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are doing a little digging into menopause in the queer community. As one might imagine this is an area that is mostly ignored, especially when it comes to research and medical care. We are shining a light, offering some encouragement, and doing some raging against the system (obvi).

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are exploring the good, the bad, and the ugly around technology geared towards transgender folks and managing their health.

In today’s episode of Bitch v. Bear we are discussing the importance of reclaiming outdoor spaces as women and members of the LGBTQ+ community. There are some tangents and laughs, but also some tips for how to accomplish this.  Book mentioned in the episode: Grandma Gatewood’s Walk by Ben Montgomery

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we have a short episode for you about sleep equity! We are talking about how sleep inequity affects women and the LGBTQ community.

Happy New Year, Bitches & Bears! This week, we are discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly of workplace wellness programs.  We also have some news for you, dear listeners…Due to Amber’s impending move and other events, we will be switching to releasing episodes every 2 weeks for a little while.

Merry Christmas! This week’s episode of Bitch v. Bear is all about how we can recover from the holiday chaos. And we are challenging you to invest in yourself and try adding recovery rituals into your daily life, then let us know how it goes! #RestRestoreRepeat

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we have a quick rundown of the new weight loss craze: GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic and Wegovy).

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are discussing ways to preserve a positive body image through the holiday season. The holidays can be a hard time for those who struggle with body image, but we have some tips to help you get through this stressful time!

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are discussing how hard winter can be and giving you some hacks for how to get through the long dark days ahead.

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are talking about the almighty B-word: Boundaries! We are giving you tips and tools for navigating stressful situations this holiday season while preserving your own mental well-being.   #macandcheesemeup

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are discussing how LGBTQ+ women face greater barriers to accessing mental health care. We are also looking at the ways in which queer women face even more mental health issues than other demographics. Don’t worry there are still plenty of laughs and weirdness.

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are talking about specific workouts that can help us reduce anxiety. We are diving into this new movement that is leading to less stress and more acceptance.

This week on Bitch v. Bear, Amber gets another feminist rant episode! We are talking about pockets, witches, and the systemic restriction of women’s movement. Also highlighted are some historical badass queens of science and innovation!

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are digging into injuries and how much they suck. But more specifically we are discussing some of the mental and emotional side effects of injuries and how it affects our return to fitness. All while Amber struggles to get out coherent sentences….

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are talking about how to empower women in sports. We think sports are such a confidence booster for women and young girls, and it is so important to see that representation in sports arenas (pun intended). And yes, of course there is also a take down the patriarchy component…

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are using ALL the buzz words. But more importantly we are talking about ambition and the importance of setting SMART goals to help us achieve those ambitions. And of course some small detours (a gentle hike perhaps) to rage against the patriarchy.

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are taking a hard look at social media. You know we love to set boundaries so we are talking about how to do just that with our social media accounts to keep them from being overwhelming. Mentioned in the episode: @megan_married_meagan

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are looking at how convenience might be holding you back. It’s not all doom and gloom - we give you some ways to break away from the convenience spiral and also take detours to talk about some hacks we use to make convenience work for us.

This week on Bitch v. Bear, we are celebrating 100 episodes (cue cheering and applause)! Appropriately, we are talking about consistency and resilience. There are personal tangents, a new location, and ways you can  maintain that consistency.

This week on Bitch v. Bear Amber finally gets an episode devoted entirely to feminist ranting! We are talking about some of the choices that women have and whether they are really choices at all. There are some side tangents and a shout out to the podcast Mr. Pick Me and the Manhater. Also - make sure you get out and VOTE in November!! Head to vote.gov to register to vote or update your voter regi...

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are taking a look at the Army Combat Fitness Test. We are discussing what it is and what the practical applications are, including preparation for the zombie apocalypse.

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are digging into the ups and downs of Body Image. We are looking at how a positive or negative body image can impact our lives as well as how to use it as a tool. There is also some contemplation of bedazzling tool boxes.

This week on Bitch v. Bear we are revisiting a topic we first covered earlier this year (March  27th, episode 74): Hustle Culture. We are taking a dive into the role social media plays in exacerbating hustle culture in the fitness industry, along with looking at the specific impacts on women and the LGBTQ community.