BMI Redefined™ with Gin and Moe

Gin and Moe explore the current conversation on gut health... managing our microbiomes with probiotics... prebiotics... healthy food choices... very cool insights and personal stories about what works and what may not work... Gin and Moe talk about the need for customizing healthy eating plans for a more fit and well life... and of course Gin and Moe even with their own PhD teaching experiences, bring humor into the mix...  you're gonna love the info and the inspiration :)

The Power of Positive Thinking: Why Attitude Matters is a special TIME edition! What is optimism? Does your outlook affect longevity? Maintaining hope through tough challenges takes skill and a little bit of practice on your part. Sometimes we don't want to see the silver lining. But rather than ruminate we should look for a positive outlook and we can begin building up our resilience for those challenging days/events. We all have them...you are not alone!  

We all have them... the hidden super powers that can help us achieve our goals and design our plan to reach our dreams.  Moe and Gin share a vibrant discussion about how to identify and utilize your hidden super powers to go after your dreams :)

Hey everyone! BMI RedefinedTM with Gin and Moe team is reaching for new goals... we all have our own stories and journeys.  Excited to connect with you and learn about your goals and pathways for planned achievement.  This dynamic podcast duo talks about how to define the goal achievement process and how to manage deviations in  our plans as we work toward  achieving life changing efforts and goals.  Gin and Moe are here for you to know that you are enough and that you are beautiful and that you can go get your goals.  

What are Self-Limiting thoughts?  Why do we Self-Sabotage our behaviors?  Gin and Moe explore their research and experiences with these questions and engage in a vibrant dialogue that will inspire you to contemplate... evaluate... and intentionally consider your thought processes at the base of goal development and action plans to achieve your goals.  You will begin defining your "Why" :)

Gin and Moe are excited for this 40th episode of BMI Redefined™️ with Gin and Moe!  They talk about timing of tasks and the why and how of tendencies to procrastinate.  Continuing to build a toolkit for handling life's  challenges, this dynamic duo shares insights and experiences along with a few laughs!  Enjoy!  ****The information presented in this website and podcast is intended for entertainment and education only. We are not giving specific and personal advice for mental health, physical health, and specific diagnosis and their treatment, legal or financial matters. We are not providing healthcare, medical, or nutritional therapy services or attempting to diagnose, treat prevent, or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue. Everyone's story is a set of unique facts. By listening to this podcast you are not forming a professional relationship with us. The past results we talk about for others are no guarantee of future results for anyone. This podcast is not intended to substitute professional medical advice , diagnose or treatment. Always seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before undertaking a new health regimen.  Love, Gin and Moe!

Happy New Year!  Let's continue  to build our toolkits for becoming the best version of ourselves.  Moe and Gin explain how we can use the Transtheoretical Model of Behavioral Change (TTM) to identify our goals , prepare for the journey, and activate our bodies and minds to achieve those goals!  This dynamic duo educates and entertains with knowledge and a little laughter along the way as they inspire listeners to think about their own narratives and  stretch their thinking to go for their dreams.  Everyone has a story! Enjoy!

Hey everyone!  Gin and Moe are excited to launch Season 3 of BMI Redefined with Gin and Moe!  This dynamic duo talks about how choices affect the way in which a person either reacts or responds to opportunities and challenges in life's path.  They are leading workshops on managing stress and reducing anxiety.  Check out BMI Redefined with Gin and Moe on Facebook and Instagram.  

Kevin Desrosiers is a dynamic Speaker, Coach, and Author!  His new book: Bridge Over Adversity, features true stories of incredible journeys through challenges with lessons and insights gleaned along the way.  You will be inspired and delighted as you listen to Kevin share the motivation behind his book and how he coaches individuals to find their true passions and effectively communicate.  We can't wait to read Kevin's book!    

BMI Redefined™ with Gin and Moe is back!  This dynamic podcast duo talks about how a person's mindset can define his/her perspectives on life... goals... challenges... and the way we respond to events that unfold in the course of a single day.  Gin and Moe are developing lunch and learn talks and workshops where they invite listeners into the conversation as we all begin to thrive in the search for healthier habits and lifestyles.  Look forward to the journey with you!

Gin and Moe talk with Lindsay Wills, MA LPC NCC, as their podcast adventure continues with Mental Health: A New Understanding in their 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives. Lindsay expertly and dynamically teaches us how to better understand the intersection between emotions, relationships, and joy! She shares insights into perceptions and perspectives on mental illness. How do you understand your own mind? Lindsay talks with Gin and Moe about potential causes of and treatments for anxiety and depression. And, she inspires everyone to take the next step on the journey of life! Again, Gin and Moe added a few tools to their own "tool kits" for gaining insights into mental health and listeners will, too! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Mental Health: A New Understanding in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Mental Health: A New Understanding, Gin and Moe talk about perceptions and perspectives on mental illness. How do you understand your own mind? They explore the current research into new techniques for identifying causes of and treatments for anxiety and depression. And, again, Gin and Moe added a few tools to their own "tool kits" for gaining insights into mental health and listeners will, too! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Science of Emotion in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Science of Emotion, Gin and Moe talk about ways in which we can unlock our emotional intelligence, how people define happiness, and upsides of bad moods. They examine perceptions of moods and how people may appear to react differently in the same situation. They share true stories and experiential data on some secrets to mental toughness. And, again, Gin and Moe added a few tools to their own "tool kits" for gaining insights into emotional intelligence and listeners will, too! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Science of Stress Part 2 in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Science of Stress Part 2, Gin and Moe discuss how we think about stress and ways to "embrace" the pressure as we reach toward our goals. They examine how to find balance in life and better handle stress as we learn how to transform "distress" into "good stress." They share true stories and experiential data on simple ways to change our moods to lessen the perceived disharmony in our lives. Again, Gin and Moe added a few tools to their own "tool kits" for managing stress and listeners will, too! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Science of Stress Part 1 in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Science of Stress Part 1, Gin and Moe discuss Fight or Flight scenarios and how researchers define stress. They dive into research findings and insights into "perceived threats" as we learn how to rise to the challenges in our lives. They share true stories and experiential data on the psychological and physiological impacts of stress, while discussing ways to effectively manage the anxieties and stresses that infiltrate people's daily lives. Again, Gin and Moe added a few tools to their own "tool kits" for managing stress and listeners will, too! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Age of Anxiety Part 5 in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Part 5, Gin and Moe discuss research and experiential data on the concept of "You Are Not Alone" when working to find ways to effectively manage the anxieties and stresses that infiltrate people's daily lives. They share articles by people who work through anxiety, stress, worry, and panic... whether situational or chronic. These authors, reporters, moms, and researchers provide real-life stories and pointers on how they identify impending anxious moments and re-direct their perspectives to see the positivity of what can often become extreme emotions. Gin and Moe added a few tools to their own "tool kits" for managing anxiety and listeners will, too! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Age of Anxiety Part 4 in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Part 4, Gin and Moe dive into researchers' work on lessons and treatments for alleviating anxieties and stresses that infiltrate people's daily lives. They review studies and talk about ways that effective communication within relationships, spiritual insights, and interaction with social media, can impact a person's stress and anxiety levels. And, Gin and Moe discuss the healing power of pets and scientifically researched natural remedies for mitigating feelings of anxiety. BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Age of Anxiety Part 3 in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Part 3, Gin and Moe explore research insights into techniques for addressing anxious moments experienced by children and young adults. They talk about ways parents and mentors can help alleviate feelings of stress and anxiety, the idea of tactical learning, and leading by example. BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe's podcast adventure continues with Age of Anxiety Part 2 in their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. In Part 2, Gin and Moe explore research insights into techniques for addressing anxious moments... Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and ideas in James Nestor's work entitled, "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art." BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin and Moe launch their new 6-month series investigating the roles that anxiety, stress, and emotional health play in all of our lives, and ways in which emotions can positively intersect with nutrition, fitness, and ultimately happiness! This dynamic duo's podcast conversations and guests will heighten your emotional awareness... while entertaining you with true stories and insightful moments. BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Winona Avenue is an up and coming brother band from Indianapolis, Indiana! They are charming midwest brothers who want to make a difference. They feel their music is an opportunity to lift other people up, to encourage others and to have an impact on their listener's life. "Know that you are a MASTERPIECE and that even though you may feel you are not good enough don't let those lies get inside of your head.Make sure to see yourself clearly and you can do amazing things!" Check out their music! MASTERPIECE is at the end of this podcast. Enjoy! Love, Gin and Moe!

Kristin Lloyd PhD sat down with BMI Redefined™ with Gin and Moe.She knows firsthand:, "THE PAIN, THE ANGST, THE STRUGGLE AND THE DOUBTS WHEN IT CAME TO THE WEIGHT AND WEIGHT LOSS. I ALSO STRUGGLED TO KNOW MYSELF IN THE MONTHS FOLLOWING SURGERY." Join Gin and I on this interview as we take you on a journey of self discovery and a new Mindset! Kristin lost 200 pounds and has kept it off for 7 years! She is an excellent role model of "figuring your head out" on this journey to mental and physical freedom. With or WITHOUT SURGERY this podcast is for you! Please leave comments below and find us on Spotify, iTunes, Apple Podcast, pretty much everywhere. If we are not on YOUR podcast listening channel let us know!!!!Bariatric Mindset Mavens Private Facebook GroupMindset MattersPersonal TransformationGastric SleeveMotherWifeHer OWN best friend

Natalie is a successful business owner and CEO of NATS – Nutrition & Aerobic Training Services. She grew up on a farm in Minnesota and lived in Los Angeles for a few years She is also the president and founder of E–FIT SYSTEMS. Through her high energy she shows us weight loss techniques along with her E-Fit training system. She is a high-energy presenter and a high-energy personal trainer. Natalie is dedicated to finding easy and effective exercise solutions to get our bodies in shape.

Dr. William Jiranek is a Joint Replacement Surgeon in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Duke University. Ginny knows Dr. Jiranek from a patient perspective - he performed her Total Hip Replacement (THR)! Dr. Jiranek teaches us how to seek out the "why" behind a person's behavior and expectations. He researches and believes in treating the whole person - looking at medical procedures from a holistic treatment plan perspective. You will enjoy Dr. Jiranek's message on resilience! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Patricia is a 25-year career educator, former caterer, and amateur chef who had a VSG on 7/21/2016. Inspired by her own quest to lead a healthier life, she took it upon herself to learn all that she could about nutrition and how it now relates to her new tool. Drawing upon her post-graduate degrees in science and education, she enrolled in classes, became a certified nutrition coach, created a Facebook recipe and support group, and launched a health and wellness coaching business that specializes in weight loss and healthy living for clients and their families. She teaches multiple online classes on a variety of topics related to health and wellness, provides 1:1 coaching both online and in person, and travels to host and/or present at Bariatric conferences around the country. Patricia’s meal plans focus on healthy balanced macronutrients for both men and women, taking into consideration the needs of the family and the challenges of our hectic lifestyles. Patricia IS AMAZING!!!! YOU WILL. LOVE HER AS MUCH AS WE DO!!! Her generous spirit and her humility to share with others is what drew us to her. We hope you enjoy:)

Ginny Frings is truly inspirational. PhD in Accounting and Finance to Personal Trainer. Once a teacher always a teacher. Through self-motivation, determination and incentive, Gin marks this 20th anniversary with love, life and laughter. BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Moe is four years out from Roux En Y. She has had SOME regain but is nipping it in the bud! 4 years out and she continues this journey! Is thankful for the tool and loves her life and what it has become. Gin is NOT ONLY Moe's podcast partner, but also her trainer. They laugh a LOT, especially when Moe has weights in the pool during a workout...stay tuned! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Bariatric Surgery four years later! Hiding in quarantine and looking for something new. Here we go! Re-igniting motivation with new goals! Continuing that novel, becoming a certified nutritionist and Gin and Moe back together again IN THE SAME ROOM! Life is looking up! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

With a BS in Nutrition and Fitness, MS in Kinesiology and Sport and Exercise Behavior we have an expert! Katie talks about how she was interested in fitness as a child and how she helps people get healthy with her in-home training services! I KNOW about it because this is how Gin and I met. Katie is Gin and Moe's eHarmony! We hope you feel the love!BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Elementary principal, educational blogger, and leadership speaker. Jon Wennstrom serves at the local level as a principal in Livonia Public Schools, at the state level in MEMSPA (Michigan Elementary & Middle School Principals Association) and at the national level with the Compelled Tribe of Ed. bloggers. His goal is "to make learning fun for students and for staff."I believe educators learn by connecting with one another and inspiring one another. WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER!

Dr. Andrew J. Bierhals MD, MPH is a Cardio-Thoracic Radiologist at the prestigious Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. He was recently made Vice Chair of Quality and Safety and he is also the Director of Cardio-Thoracic Imaging at Barnes-Jewish West County.Dr. Bierhals hails from Pittsburgh, PA where he earned his medical degree and master's in public health. He did his residency and fellowship at Washington University where he is still today! Andy has two amazing children that celebrate life and are two of the greatest human beings you will ever meet. He keeps busy with them and their extra curricular activities as well as his three dachshunds. And last but not least he is Moe's everything. Enjoy this episode and if you have any comments please leave them! We would love to hear from you!Gin and Moe

Passionate St. Louis high school teacher, Emelia Osborn, talks teen anxiety, remote learning, keeping a schedule during Covid-19!Emelia Osborn has a master’s degree in teaching from Austin College. Her bachelor’s degree is in Classics with a minor in Educational Psychology. Emilia is a smarty! She graduated with honors: Cum Laude. She LOVES teaching and she loves her dog, Tonks. Tonks makes her podcast cameo…listen carefully. BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

John Wright is the Director of Hockey Operations at Twin Bridges Lightning Hockey. He is a Public Speaker and Athletic Trainer. He coaches ages 6-18 to become hockey players and to find their strengths and overcome their weaknesses. His story will inspire you.BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Julia is a passionate and motivated nursing student. She encourages us with her story of ways to effectively adapt to new online course formats and communication platforms during a pandemic. Get ready to be inspired! BMI Redefined™ (pending) is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the Human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Senior Vice President of Reinsurance Group of America, Inc., Michael Frings, is leading his team out of uncharted waters and he is confident that communication and flexibility during the work day, will be an opportunity to make a change in one's work life and personal life. Finding the balance is key! Father, husband, puppy owner (meet Rosie) and SVP for a Fortune 500 Company and Pricing Leader of the Global Financial Solutions Division (whew, did you get all of that? ) THIS GUY IS ON FIRE!!!! Most importantly he is the husband of Dr. Ginny Frings, PhD (our very own GIN)! Thank you for listening and please feel free to leave comments. We would love to hear from you!!!!!Love,Gin and Moe

Therapist, Health Coach and LCSW Kelly O'Donnell speaks to BMIRedefined with Gin and Moe™(pending) about how living in the Covid-19 world may leave a mark on many and how we can NOW positively cope with our emotions in the present. Through awareness, eating well and exercise we can be healthy during this! During Covid-19 some of us may be experiencing anxiety, depression and loneliness, perhaps first responders will be dealing with trauma down the road ahead.Kelly has a private practice in Clayton, Missourikellyodonnellcounseling.com

Monica Orban, personal growth coach, partners with individuals seeking shifts in perspective around life’s transitions. She works with clients on overcoming feeling “stuck” and releasing old stories, which ultimately leads them to finding their own inner harmony. Monica holds a certification from an International Coach Federation Certified Training Program, as well as a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Butler University and a Masters in Education with a music emphasis from Lindenwood University. Ms. Orban has also been a collaborative pianist in the St. Louis area since 2010. MonicaOrban.com Derlene Hirtz is an NLP Trainer, Master Coach, author, speaker, and franchiseowner of TEAM Referral Network. She is founder of You Empowered Services; a coaching and training business. Through her training and coaching business, Derlene helps professional women move past living in the past, old beliefs and habits that keep them trusting their judgement and creating the life they dream, desire, and deserve. She is the author of the best selling book, “Journey of Intention—Life Made to Order” and #1 International best seller, “Fearless and Fabulous.”As a franchise owner, she creates an environment of excellence and provides face-to-facenetworking in order to grow businesses through relationship marketing.Ultimately, Derlene’s greatest successes are being married to her biggest sup-porter, Steve, for 39 years, her two children, Derek and Krista, their spouses, and greatest of all, three grandchildren with a granddaughter to be born this summer.BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Moe was an active child until LEGG-CALVÉ-PERTHES DISEASE hit her at the age of 6. This is about her journey from weight issues as a young girl into adulthood, bariatric surgery, skin removal, hip replacement and getting through it with humor. She was a Music College Professor who found that music was the magic that got her through all of this craziness. From Music Professor to finding the love of her life that showed her that there is more to life than having that dream job that stresses you out! BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

Gin's story is riveting. After a near fatal accident with her 13 month old twins in the backseat, Gin talks about her recovery mentally and physically. How her twins and her husband gave her the strength to live. How her journey from Accounting Professor to Personal Trainer became her mission rather than her profession.BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.

State Rep. Sheryl Kennedy is serving her first term representing citizens in Michigan’s 48th District, which includes the Genesee County communities of Clio, Davison, Montrose and Otisville, as well as the townships of Davison, Forest, Genesee, Montrose, Richfield, Thetford and Vienna.Before joining the Legislature, Kennedy spent 30 years in the field of public education, working to empower youth as a local teacher for her first 22 years. After receiving her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Administration in 2011, Dr. Kennedy became a school administrator, most recently serving as principal in Walled Lake Consolidated School District since 2013. Kennedy continues to work in education as a lecturer at the University of Michigan.Sheryl is a 6th generation resident of Michigan’s 48th District, her lifelong home. She and her husband, Mike, have been married for 25 years and have three adult children and two daughters-in-law – David (Megan), Joe (Stefanie), and Karissa. BMI Redefined™ is a new podcast that looks at Perceptions and Perspectives of the human Body, Mind and Image. This is a podcast that hopes to show how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us and how different those two sides can be. Every week we will feature someone's story. We hope you join us on this journey of BMI Redefined.