The Mentor: An Athlete's Guide to Chronic Illness
The podcast for athletes with chronic illness and autoimmune diseases. This podcast includes helpful information on how to navigate after a diagnosis, research in chronic and autoimmune disease, experts and community members stories- all through the lens of being the healthiest athletes we can be. We all need a guide, a friend, a coach and a mentor when it comes to navigating chronic illness and this podcast is here to be just that! Hosted by Devon Yanko, coach, professional runner, mentor and chronic illness warrior.
Episodes
6 episodes
Episode 6: Going deep with health coach, Sascha Alexander
In this conversation, your host Devon Yanko and health coach Sascha Alexander explore the complexities of living with chronic illness, sharing personal experiences and insights on health journeys, the importance of community, and the role of co...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:21:26
Episode 5: Preempting and dealing with flares.
In this episode, we dive into preempting symptom flare ups and how to recognize the signs that we are on our way to having a flare. We also discuss how to deal with flares and work our way back to health. We briefly chat about the effects of we...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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35:02
Episode 4: Ask me anything #1
In this episode of The Mentor, we answer listener questions! We shares insights on dietary restrictions, coping with the challenges of training, and how to navigate dietary restrictions when dining out. The conversation also delves into the min...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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48:30
Episode 3: Diving into nutritional interventions
In this episode, we discuss the importance of nutrition for athletes with chronic illness. We introduce the concept of elimination diets, emphasizing the need for individualized approaches to nutrition. The conversation covers the commitment re...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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44:46
Episode 2: The mental side of chronic illness
In this episode, Devon Yanko discusses the intricate relationship between mental health and chronic illness, emphasizing the significant impact of stress, personality traits, and trauma on physical health. She explores the feedback loop between...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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48:55
Episode 1: Welcome to the Mentor!
In this episode, Devon Yanko introduces her podcast aimed at athletes dealing with chronic illness. She shares her personal journey with lupus and emphasizes the importance of shifting perspectives on health. Devon discusses the challenges of n...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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41:00