Notes from ThriveNinety
You don’t need big changes to feel better — you need the right small ones, delivered with care. These weekly notes offer simple tools, steady encouragement, and clear next steps you can take without overwhelming your system.
Pacing at Any Stage
Everyone needs to Pace, but it becomes critical when times are busy and when you are living with post-infection conditions. (written 10/13/2024)
I am currently in Germany for two full weeks. It’s where I’m from, where my family and many close friends live. I now live an ocean away, so these trips...
by Andrea Henkel Burke —
Nov 10, 2025
symptom management
New Insights from the NIH RECOVER Conference on Long COVID
Key Insights from the NIH RECOVER Conference: What’s Next for Long COVID? (written 10/06/2024)
In last week’s newsletter, I shared that I had attended the NIH’s RECOVER conference in Washington, D.C. This was a great event, and the last week has been full of activity for Andrea and I, following u...
by Katie Brennan —
Nov 10, 2025
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Staying Informed with Long COVID Research
This week, Katie joined Long COVID researchers and advocates at the NIH in Washington, D.C., to discuss the future of Long COVID support. (written 09/29/2024)
This week I attended NIH’s RECOVER - Treat Long COVID conference in Washington D.C. It was the first of its kind and the goal was to bring...
by Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
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The Pathway of Recovery
Understanding Recovery: Long COVID vs. Injuries - Pathways and Lifelong Management. (written 09/22/2024)
Katie loves playing soccer. From early on in her life she was part of soccer teams, and continued in both High School and College. She spent her summers working at a locally based soccer camp ...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
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Elevated Long-Term Health Risk Factors in Long COVID and Post-infection Conditions
Understanding long-term health risk factors and what you can do to reduce them. (written 09/15/2024)
As we continue to support individuals navigating the complexities of Long COVID and other post-infection conditions, we want to take some time to highlight the elevated long-term risks many now fa...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
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Quick Win vs. Lasting Impact
Taking a slower, more deliberate approach might not give you the same immediate satisfaction, but, in the long run, it can lead to greater gains and more sustained recovery. (witten 09/08/2024)
If you don’t feel well, chances are you’re looking for solutions to help you feel better, even if somet...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
How Does This Summer Compare To Past Summers?
Prioritizing activities is necessary for everyone, from people experiencing post-viral conditions to high-performing athletes. (written 09/01/2024)
Summer has a lot to offer. Longer days allow more time outside, the weather is warm, water activities and BBQ gatherings are in full flow. Summer inc...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
real life experience
symptom management
Stairs Were My nemesis!
Overcoming Daily Challenges with Long COVID. Plus, the knock on consequence of this made everything else in my life more challenging. (written 08/25/2024)
In our latest blog post, The Tyranny of Stairs, I dive into the everyday struggles faced by those living with Long COVID. For many, something ...
by Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
real life experience
Your Energy Levels are too Low - What's Next?
Experiencing severe energy fluctuations doesn’t only impact your everyday life but elevates long term health risk. (written 08/18/2024)
Pacing is a concept that applies to everyone, but is especially critical and has a specific meaning for people with post-infection conditions. We have designed a...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
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Something to Celebrate
It’s ThriveNinty’s birthday, and we double up the resources for you today. (written 08/11/2024)
Maybe it is a good omen that the date of our first anniversary matches up with the date we share our weekly Newsletter. One year ago, we officially founded ThriveNinety, dedicated to supporting people ...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
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Why Questions Require Knowledge
Dedicated researchers continue publishing papers about findings related to Long COVID, and those lead to new questions. (written 08/05/2024)
We at ThriveNinety are always interested in new research about Long COVID and post-infection conditions. Knowing what impact infections have on our bodies a...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
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Similarities of Olympians and People with Long COVID
The unexpected link between the Olympics and Long COVID management. (written 07/28/2024)
Big events like the Olympics require a lot of preparation, and each step of that preparation needs focus and further preparation.
People with Long COVID and post-infection conditions know that they need to b...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
Notes from ThriveNinety