Functional Wellness for the Female Athlete:
Prevent Injury, Boost Recovery, and Prolong Your Peak
Empowering Women Athletes to Thrive Through Every Stage of Life
The Challenges of Aging for Women Athletes
Hormonal Shifts
Declining hormone levels can impact performance, energy, and bone density, requiring adjustments to training and nutrition.
Muscle Loss
As women age, they naturally lose muscle mass, impacting strength, power, and overall athletic performance.
Increased Risk of Injury
Changes in joint flexibility and bone density increase the risk of injuries, demanding a more cautious approach to training.
Mental and Emotional Well-being
Balancing athletic commitments with personal life and potential changes in family dynamics can create stress and affect mental focus.
About Kristen: A Holistic Approach to Wellness
Kristen Marks is a passionate Functional Wellness Practitioner dedicated to empowering women athletes to live healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives. Her holistic approach addresses the unique needs of women athletes as they navigate the challenges of aging, ensuring optimal performance and well-being.
Functional Wellness Practitioner
Dr. Marks is a certified functional wellness practitioner specializing in women's athletic health.
Women's Athletic Health Expert
She helps women in midlife achieve hormonal balance, renewed energy, and vitality.
Functional Wellness Solutions for Women Athletes
Nutritional Optimization
Personalized nutrition plans tailored to support training, recovery, and hormonal balance, fueling peak performance.
Targeted Supplements
High-quality supplements addressing specific needs, such as bone health, hormone balance, and joint support.
Restorative Bodywork
Manual therapies like massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic care to address musculoskeletal imbalances and prevent injuries.
Stress Management Techniques
Mindfulness practices, breathwork, and stress-reduction strategies to enhance focus, resilience, and overall well-being.
Optimizing Nutrition for Performance and Recovery
Fueling for Performance
Kristen helps women athletes understand the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients for fueling training sessions and maximizing performance.
Promoting Recovery
Kristen provides guidance on post-workout nutrition, emphasizing foods that aid in muscle repair and recovery, minimizing soreness and maximizing gains.
Addressing Hormonal Changes
Kristen focuses on nutrition strategies that support hormone balance, addressing common issues like irregular cycles, mood swings, and sleep disturbances.
Targeted Supplements for Hormone Balance
Estrogen Support -
Natural supplements that support estrogen balance, promoting overall health, energy, and mood stability.
Progesterone Support -
Kristen guides women athletes to utilize supplements that enhance progesterone levels, aiding in sleep, mood regulation, and bone health.
Testosterone Optimization -
We educate on supplements that naturally support testosterone levels, promoting muscle mass, strength, and energy.
Thyroid Support -
Kristen provides insights on supplements that promote thyroid health, ensuring optimal metabolism and energy production.
The Importance of Exercise and Active Living
Physical Wellness -
Regular exercise strengthens muscles and bones, improves cardiovascular health, and maintains flexibility, helping women athletes maintain peak performance throughout their athletic journey.
Mental Well-being -
Staying active releases endorphins, reduces stress, and enhances cognitive function, contributing to better focus during training and competition while promoting overall mental health.
Longevity in Sport -
Consistent physical activity helps prevent age-related decline, maintains functional strength, and supports hormone balance, allowing women athletes to continue performing at high levels for longer.
The Power of Movement As We Age
Regular physical activity becomes even more crucial during your midlife journey, offering benefits that go far beyond weight management.
Maintains Bone Density -
Weight-bearing exercise helps prevent osteoporosis and keeps your bones strong as you age.
Boosts Mood & Energy -
Exercise increases endorphins and serotonin, helping manage mood swings and fighting fatigue common in perimenopause.
Enhances Sleep Quality -
Consistent exercise improves both sleep quality and duration, especially important during midlife changes.
Supports Hormonal Balance -
Regular movement helps regulate insulin sensitivity and stress hormones, crucial during hormonal transitions.
Stress Management Techniques for Enhanced Focus
Mindfulness Meditation -
Mindfulness meditation to enhance focus, improve sleep, and manage stress, leading to greater mental resilience and performance.
Deep Breathing Exercises -
We guide women athletes to incorporate deep breathing techniques into their daily routine, reducing anxiety, calming the nervous system, and promoting relaxation.
Yoga and Pilates -
Kristen recommends yoga and Pilates for flexibility, core strength, and stress reduction, promoting overall well-being and injury prevention.
Join Our Private Community
Embark on a transformative journey to optimal health with Doc Marks Wellness, your personal guide to the revolutionary world of Functional Wellness.
FREE ACCESS TO FUNCTIONAL WELLNESS COURSES
HEALTH TRACKING FOR YOUR HEALTH JOURNEY
WOMEN'S ATHLETIC COMMUNITY SUPPORT
WORKSHOPS
Coaching Strategies for Sustainable Lifestyle Changes
1. Goal Setting
Kristen helps women athletes define clear and achievable goals, creating a roadmap for sustainable change.
2. Accountability
Kristen provides ongoing support and accountability, motivating women athletes to stay on track and achieve their goals.
3. Mindset Coaching
Kristen empowers women athletes to develop a positive mindset, fostering self-belief, resilience, and a growth-oriented approach.
Book your Complimentary Session
Schedule a free consultation with Kristen to discuss your health goals and learn how functional wellness can help you reclaim your energy and vitality.
Personalized Roadmap
We will create a customized plan that addresses your unique needs and helps you achieve lasting results.
Discover Our Approach
Learn if our natural approach is right for your journey.
