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Ryan Hale

U.S.

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Expertise

I can answer questions specifically geared towards athletes and their eating issues. I would be able to assist parents or coaches with questions or concerns about disordered eating practices often found in the exercise and sports settings. I also have experience in training and conditioning so I am in a position to discus how the two interrelate.

Experience in the area

I have a bachelor's degree in sports medicine and master's degrees in sport psychology and clinical counseling. I have done counseling with individuals, couples, and families, with specialization in athletes. Past clients have included triathletes, dancers, college cyclists, and Pro Tour cyclists.

Organizations

National Athletic Trainer's Assoc. American Counseling Assoc

Education/Credentials

bachelor's degree sports medicine master's degree sport psychology master's degree clinical counseling Nationally Certified Athletic Trainer with NATABOC Nationally Certified Counselor with NBCC Colorado Registered Psychotherapist

Past/Present Clients

U.S. national team level female athletes High school athletes Semi-pro soccer Pro Tour cyclists Triathletes Dancers

What do you like about this subject?

I love the mind/body connection with sports performance.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

I hope to pursue additional training in addiction counseling soon.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

There are so many aspects involved in eating disorders. So many people going through this have a hard time honestly assessing their lives, but when they do, they realize that often there is involvement with friends, familiy, romantic relationships, past history of trauma or abuse, strained relationships at work or school, and a disconnected relationship with their bodies.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

While the messages our society sends to people about appearance in our society, magazines and television are only partly to blame. There are documented cases of eating disorders in developing countries and in poor populations as well.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Shayda	05/11/12	10	10	10
Brooke	05/08/12	10	10	10
melody	12/25/11	10	10	10	thanks for your quick response!!
Nadia	12/10/11	10	10	10	Thank you very much :) your reply .....
Jack	11/30/11	10	10	10	Thank you so much.

Recent Answers from Ryan Hale

2012-05-09 How can I stop myself?:

Shayda- you point out a few important things in your message. First, you say you are not an athlete and then report that you are exercising excessively to burn off the calories. Excessive exercise makes

2012-05-08 Unable to Lose Weight:

Brooke- because your body was in "starvation mode" during your formative years (at a time especially important for women since you mature somewhat earlier than males), I imagine your body is really intent

2012-05-04 regaining muscle tone:

Tara- Your metabolism is no doubt off of it's natural "setting." That is the rate that you body is used to processing the food you eat and releasing the energy into your body. Sometimes that takes some

2011-12-11 syrup that expired 2 years ago.:

Most food poisoning happens within 2-6 hrs of ingesting contaminated food. If you feel sick, be seen by a physician soon. I'm guessing a food like pancake syrup would just taste not so good after its expiration

2011-12-09 Woke up with edema and experiencing other symptoms:

Nadia- one of the very best ways a diabetic can help themselves regulate their sugar/insulin levels is with regular exercise. I can understand how difficult it is to find time to exercise in your medical

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