In this blog post, we’re breaking down the essential takeaways from our latest episode of Black Iron Radio, where coaches Whitney, Chelsea, and Krissy share practical strategies to help you stay injury free. Whether you’re a runner, lifter, skier, or multi-sport athlete, this conversation dives into what really matters when it comes to avoiding injuries—like sleep, nutrition, stress, and recovery—and what to do when something starts to feel “off.” If you’ve ever pushed through pain or wondered if a nagging ache could turn into something more, this episode will help you train smarter, recover better, and stay in the game longer.

Taking time off from your regular workout routine for any reason can be a challenge, and it's common to worry about losing the progress you've made in your fitness journey. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with a personal issue that leaves you with less time and energy, or facing any other circumstance that makes it difficult to maintain your regular workout schedule, it's normal to be worried about months or even years of training going down the drain. But how long does it take to really for deconditioning to really set in?

As soon as I heard the sentence “your wrist is broken” come out of my doctor’s mouth, I couldn’t stop laughing. This was ridiculous. 2018 had to be playing tricks on me. With Hashimoto’s coming to light in May, finding out my body wasn’t producing hormones in July, and now this???