There has always been a controversy surrounding growth hormones and steroids, specifically with those who are fully grown and are athletes performing on higher levels. But what about those still young and not quite at that high-performing level? Should they be allowed to use these performance-enhancing hormones that will change the way they physically develop? […]
Cherishing the Lives of Those We’ve Lost
In life, the concept of death can be both confusing and challenging to grasp. When exactly do we truly die? Is it the moment our body ceases to function, or when our last thought drifts away? The uncertainty is overwhelming, and saying goodbye to loved ones never gets any easier. While reflecting on the loss […]
Hot Topic: Global Warming
What exactly is Global Warming? Well, the name explains it all. Global Warming is when the temperature worldwide increases every year, and recently it’s been increasing by around 0.32 degrees Fahrenheit per decade. You may think, oh, that’s not so bad, I wouldn’t mind if the winters were a little warmer, but if you think […]
The Make it or Break it Mindset
Every single time I step up to the line, I hesitate. I think, what if I’m not fast enough? What If I don’t have enough energy? What if my legs blow up? What if I lose to them? Last weekend, I had my first race of the season and this exact thing happened. The only […]
Women of Speed
Last week, I had the opportunity to participate in a camp that focused on the empowerment of women in sports. US Speedskating hosted this weekend camp for women of all ages, and it was a great experience. Until last week, I’d never fully realized how lucky I was. In most sports, younger avid athletes can […]
The Future of Medicine
Last week, My family and I were in urgent care for a solid 12 hours. It was CRAZY. It was an experience I hope I never have to go through again, although I probably will. At around 8:30 pm, my family and I went to Kaiser’s urgent care because I had been experiencing stomach pain […]
How “Masculinity” is Outdated, and How to Redefine it
For many people, quarantine took a massive toll on their mental health. This drew attention to the fact that people’s mental stability was deteriorating worldwide due to the isolation accompanying the COVID-19 pandemic. I decided to look into this issue, but as per usual, I got sidetracked. although the information I uncovered was not directly […]
Introducing Skate and Innovate: Think Sharp, Skate Fast
Welcome! My name is Marley Soldan, and welcome to my blog! I started this blog as a way of sharing my story. By sharing my story, I hope to inspire anyone who may read this. In this blog, I will share my ideas and perspectives on interesting topics, and hopefully, improve my skills as a […]