Ep13 - Becoming a Coach w/ Ehlers-Danlos: Being the Change We Needed | w/ guest SHEENA CUCCIA
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Send us Fan Mail What does it take to become a coach when you have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? In this episode, I chat with a fellow strength coach (and Pilates instructor) Sheena Cuccia who also has EDS. We cover: How we navigate the fitness industry with EDSThe hurdles we encounter & how we try to overcome themTips for anyone with EDS who wants to become a coach Advice for our younger selves & new coaches How we are building a stronger & more inclusive community for ...
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