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Going The Distance

Going The Distance

By: Go Long
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 Going the Distance asks hard-hitting questions to professionals, experts, and informed enthusiasts who are looking out for women over the age of 40. Go Long’s Jill Consor Beck doesn’t hold back and launches into each conversation with the goal to dispel myths, uncover life-hacks, and give the audience opportunities to find out how best to navigate their career, health, relationships, and much more.Go Long Personal Development Personal Success
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  • The Power of Movement: Strength, Stamina, and Showing Up with Debra Duby

    The Power of Movement: Strength, Stamina, and Showing Up with Debra Duby
    Aug 12 2025
    In this episode of Going the Distance, host Jill Consor Beck and strength training coach Debra Duby discuss the importance of accountability in fitness, the journey of transitioning careers, and the impact of strength training on health, especially as we age. They explore how to fit workouts into busy lives, the significance of nutrition, and the role of mental health in maintaining an active lifestyle. Debra shares insights on training adaptations during COVID-19, the importance of independence in fitness, and how to approach strength training for different age groups. The conversation also touches on parenting a young athlete and fostering a healthy body image in a competitive environment.More about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More about Debra Duby:DebraDuby.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strengthlab.tvStrengthlab Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentioned in this Episode:HypertrophyRucking45-Degree HyperRomanian DeadliftsDebra's daughter being awesome @ a Volleyball GameJump to:00:00 - Introduction to Accountability Coaching04:21 - Deb's Journey to Strength Training07:16 - Adapting to Change: The Impact of COVID-1914:15 - Building Independence in Fitness16:38 - Fitting Fitness into a Busy Life23:50 - Overcoming Brain Fog and Staying Active26:39 - Balancing Running and Strength Training31:40 - Nutrition and Fueling for Workouts34:39 - Full Body vs. Split Workouts39:55 - The Importance of Changing Workout Routines42:38 - Progressive Overload in Strength Training47:38 - The Importance of Strength Training as We Age52:46 - Starting Strength Training: Overcoming Barriers01:00:13 - The Role of Weighted Vests and Rucking01:03:02 - Targeting Glutes Without Bulking Quads01:05:17 - Parenting and Promoting Healthy Body Image01:12:23 - The Critical Role of Muscle in Longevity
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • OMG!-BGYN: Getting To Know Your Gynecologist with Joy'El Ballard, MD

    OMG!-BGYN: Getting To Know Your Gynecologist with Joy'El Ballard, MD
    Jul 22 2025

    On this episode of Going the Distance, Dr. Joy'El Ballard, an OB-GYN based in Annapolis, MD, shares her journey through medical school, the unique challenges faced by Black women in healthcare, and the importance of addressing women's health issues, particularly during menopause. The discussion covers the impact of stress on health outcomes, the significance of listening to patients, and the role of community support. Dr. Ballard emphasizes the need for accurate information regarding hormone therapy and the importance of vaginal health, while also promoting her book, 'Loving Me, Myself and Her: Through Perimenopause and Beyond,' which encourages women to love themselves through their health journeys.

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    More about Dr. Joy'El Ballard:⁠

    • ⁠Website⁠
    • Menopause Moguls Podcast
    • ⁠Instagram⁠
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook


    Jump to:

    00:00 - Introduction to Women's Health Challenges

    00:52 - Dr. Joy'El's Journey to OBGYN

    04:35 - Navigating Medical School as a Black Woman

    09:36 - The Importance of Representation in Healthcare

    11:21 - Gaslighting in Women's Health

    13:19 - The Impact of Stress on Health Outcomes

    16:53 - LGBTQ+ Health Concerns

    18:37 - Understanding IUDs and Birth Control Options

    19:37 - Finding the Right OBGYN for IUD Placement

    24:16 - Understanding IUDs: Hormonal vs Non-Hormonal

    25:54 - Navigating Menopause: Symptoms and Hormone Testing

    30:09 - Menopause Hormone Therapy: What to Ask Your Doctor

    35:00 - Synthetic vs Bioidentical Hormones: Making the Choice

    39:51 - The Importance of Vaginal Estrogen

    44:04 - The Importance of Vaginal Estrogen

    46:11 - Pap Smears and Gynecological Health in Your 40s

    48:16 - Pelvic Floor Therapy: When to Seek Help

    50:14 - Misinformation on Menopause and Supplements

    53:39 - Hormone Therapy: Debunking Myths and Misconceptions

    56:34 - Dr. Joy'El's Book: Loving Me, Myself and Her
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    1 hr
  • Your Doctor’s Doctor: How Radiologists Help Diagnose What Others Can’t See with Rachel Gerson, MD

    Your Doctor’s Doctor: How Radiologists Help Diagnose What Others Can’t See with Rachel Gerson, MD
    Jul 1 2025

    In this episode of Going the Distance with Go Long, Jill Consor Beck interviews Dr. Rachel Gerson, a radiologist, discussing the often misunderstood role of radiologists in healthcare. They explore the importance of patient advocacy, the impact of A.I. on radiology, and the significance of preventative measures in women's health, particularly regarding breast cancer and bone health. The conversation emphasizes the need for personalized healthcare and the evolving landscape of medical imaging.

    **This series does not establish a provider-patient relationship and is for informational purposes only. Before starting any kind of program, always check with your own medical team first.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    • ⁠FIT Test
    • DEXA Scan


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    More about Dr. Rachel Gerson, MD:⁠

    • ⁠⁠LinkedIn


    Jump to:

    00:00 - Introduction to Radiology and Its Importance

    02:11 - The Journey to Radiology: A Personal Story

    04:54 - Understanding the Role of Radiologists

    07:59 - Patient Interaction and Radiology Techs

    11:00 - The Shift in Radiology Reports

    14:07 - Advocating for Yourself in Radiology

    18:41 - Screening Options and Alternatives

    24:01 - Prostate Cancer Screening and Treatment Considerations

    26:00 - Evaluating Medical Outcomes and AI's Role

    29:41 - Personalized Health and AI Innovations

    30:53 - Bone Health and Screening Guidelines

    34:46 - Preventative Measures and Lifestyle Choices

    38:59 - Empowering Patients in Healthcare Conversations

    41:02 - The Balance of Data and Patient Anxiety
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    48 mins
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