How It's All Connected:Lifestyle Medicine

On this week's episode we will be exploring the pillar of sleep with Dr. Erin Baehr!Erin Baehr, PhD is a clinical psychologist who is board certified in both sleep medicine and behavioral sleep medicine. She is the founder and clinical director of Insight Sleep Specialists, and provides comprehensive treatment to people who are suffering from insomnia. She also provides sleep coaching to individuals looking to optimize their sleep to improve their health and wellbeing.Erin earned her doctorate from Northwestern University where she gained vast research and clinical experience. She was trained in the "scientist-practitioner" model, which emphasizes the importance of engaging in and understanding research and integrating that research into clinical practice. In other words, translating the research into tangible changes and approaches to improving health!  This sleep-health episode will focus on best practices for optimizing sleep, including when you should sleep and how much sleep you should get, how to exercise to get the best sleep possible, and why it might be necessary to "prepare" for sleep. We will also explore hot topics such as sleep-tracking devices, the effects of weed on sleep, and how sleep loss affects hunger hormones. Where to find Dr. BaerhInstagram: @insightsleepFacebook: Insight Sleep SpecialistsWebsite: www.insightsleep.org For additional sleep informations please visit The National Sleep Foundation at www.sleepfoundation.org Disclaimer: This podcast is meant for educational purposes ONLY and does not constitute as medical advice nor does it suffice as adequate medical consultation . To find out more about CCHS's mission and services go to www.connectedchs.com

Today is review day!On todays episode your host Adam Fox will be going over the previous 7 episodes content and elaborating on all of their major points.  Don't have time to listen to every episode front to back? Don't worry about it! This episode's goal is to  break down the previous episodes content into a couple quick and easily digestible  bullet points . Making it so you don't have to listen to each episode in its entirety to pick up on the useful information!If you have any questions about the show's content or any general health and fitness related questions you would like Adam to address on the next podcast feel free to contact the team at CCHS or Adam personally. Enjoy the show and remember, stay happy and stay healthy :)Instagram: @connectedchs@foxsfitness518Facebook:Connected Community Health Support Adam FoxEmail:connectedchs30@gmail.com

On this week episode we will be diving into the Pillar of Fitness with DPT Dalton Cousin!Dalton has a very extensive background in the field of exercise science and kinesiology. He started by obtaining a Bachelors degree in Athletic Training and an Associates degree in Business Administration from Alfred university. This was followed by a Masters in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Southern Georgia University and now Dalton is currently attending The Ohio State University and is in route to becoming a Doctor of Physical therapy.While obtaining his education Dalton has been and continues to train collegiate and professional athletes. His training spans from rehabilitation and preparatory work to creating full season strength and conditioning programs for these athletes. When it comes to the inner-workings of the brain and the body, Dalton has a very unique approach. He is very passionate about the importance of approaching training and rehabilitation from a systematic whole body stand point opposed to segmenting the body from the brain.Todays episode featured discussions about the brain and  nervous systems role in movement and rehabilitation, the most effects forms of recovery for athletes and general population clients, the current dogmas and ideologies of the health and fitness industry, the truth about stretching, the ins and outs of the importance of hydration, breathing dynamics, benefits of a bear foot lifestyle, and how your mindset is just as important as your execution of your mindset.Yes, we say this every week but we promise you will NOT want to miss this special episode! Where to find DaltonInstagram: @daltoncousinFacebook: Dalton CousinEmail: daltoncousinfitness@gmailcom

On this episode we will be covering the social-environmental pillar with NCPS, Kevin Cook!Mr. Cook has an associates degree in natural science and a bachelor's degree in medical technology from the University of Tennessee Memphis, School of Allied Health Sciences. Kevin is also a National Certified Peer Specialist, Pastoral Counselor, Homeless Resource Specialist, and a Health and Wellness coach!During his career he has gained vast experience as a Peer Specialist working in integrated health systems, psychiatric rehab programs, assertive community treatment teams, mobile Crisis teams, and partial hospitalization programs. He also works as a Health and Wellness coach to helps individuals reach their health and fitness goals by alleviating overwhelming stressors from their lives such as grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, anger management, and substance abuse. The important part of what Kevin does as a Peer specialist is that he is a real peer to his clients. Meaning that he has endured similar experiences and overcome those hardships which allows him to relate to his clients in a way that a non-Peer behavioral specialist cannot. This gives him the ability to build immense rapport with his clients and help them create long lasting sustainable lifestyle changes.Tune in to hear Adam and Kevin discuss what a peer specialist is and does, what defines a "shared experience" , the importance of a peer specialists in the healthcare field,  the effect of  cultural stigmas on mental health, as well as why its so important to prescribe patients lifestyle and behavioral changes opposed to just medication. Hope you enjoy! :)Where to find KevinLinkedin: Kevin Cook Certified Peer Specialist-Behavioral HealthHis business: kcpeersupportservices.comNational Alliance on Mental Health Hotline: 1-800-950-6264If you or anyone you know needs help battling your mental health issues please use reach out to the NAMI Health Hotline. To find out more information about CCHS and our services, check out our website at www.connectedchs.comHope you enjoy! :)

On this week's episode we'll be taking on the pillar of Personal Finance with our guest speaker and financial advisor, Isaiah Moak!Isaiah is a graduate of Hudson Valley Community College and the University of Rhode Island where he attained an associates degree in business administration and a bachelor's degree in supply chain management and logistics. This knowledge, stellar work ethic, and fierce drive for success and helping others granted him the opportunity to work for an executive consultant group where he became number one in the country in sales production. He is currently  the owner of his  own financial planning practice through Northwestern Mutual and has dedicated his life to helping individuals obtain affordable financial security. During this shoot, Isaiah goes in depth on the do's and don'ts when it comes to your financial spending, saving, and investing. He also explains the difference between a ROTH IRA, a mutual fund, and a long term Life insurance policy and how each can be used as a long term, or short term investment tool. This episode also touched upon other important concepts and issues such as the " 60/20/20 rule",  how and why diversifying your portfolio is important, as well as how to plan ahead for future unexpected expenses.  Don't miss out on this  GREAT episode that will help you navigate the scary world of finances. Where you can find Isaiah Instagram@isaiahmoak

On this week's episode we will be discussing the pillar of nutrition with our guest speaker and RDN, Michelle Guy! Michelle is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who graduated with a bachelor's degree in nutrition science and a Masters degree in applied nutrition from Russell Sage college. She Currently works at her alma mater Russell sage as the dietetic's internship coordinator while simultaneously teaching introductory level nutrition classes. Michelle has also started her own business named “ Imperfectly Nourished” that is centered around helping individuals reach their overall health and nutrition goals through healthful methods that are rooted in science. Imperfectly Nourished was built off of the idea that everyone is uniquely different and there is NO one size fits all approach when it comes to nutrition. Todays show takes a deep dive into all things nutrition related! Intermittent fasting, why certain fad diets like the Keto diet and carnivore diet aren't sustainable, what makes a diet/ eating habits sustainable, what a caloric deficit is and why it important to weight lose, when and what to eat before and after a workout as well as the overall benefits of eating a whole food diet.  This episode is jam packed with great information that is easily digestible and ready for you to implement  into your everyday life! Don't believe it? Then listen along and find out at the end!Also, as promised. We have included the link to more information on the 3rd party testing of supplements that we discussed during the episode https://aimeehealth.ai/independent-supplement-testing/Michelle's Social media  and 28 day challenge Instagram@imperfectly_nourishedhttps://www.instagram.com/imperfectly_nourished/FacbookImperfectly_nourished https://www.facebook.com/ImperfectlyNourished 

On this week's episode we will be tackling the pillar of fitness with our guest speaker Tom Cannisi! Tom is a NASM certified personal trainer who has a bachelor's degree in exercise science from  SUNY Cortland as well as over 6 years of experience in the personal and group training Industry. He is a young and brilliant innovator in this field and currently works at the Orangetheory Fitness in Riverview Florida where he has earned the position as Head Trainer in less than two years!Tom prides himself on his resiliency, hard work, dedication to his craft, and use of functional training to challenge his clients on a multitude of different physical, mental, and social levels. Today we discussed programing functional warm ups and cool downs, classifying your heart rate in different zones for training,  the "fat burning" heart rate zone, as well as the  importance of breathing and individualization in a training program. This episode is packed with actionable tips and suggestions to improve your training experience regardless of your level of expertise! Tune in next week for more content!Instagram- @tcannisifit 

This week's episode is on the pillar of Mindset with Coach Adam Walker from Outcast Athletics. Coach Walker is the owner and head coach of Outcast Athletics located in Hudson's Falls, New York. Adam prides himself on his selfless leadership, communication skills, and ability to  pull the absolute best out of all of his athletes through the hands-on and community oriented coaching culture he has created at Outcast.He has spent the last 15 years in the fitness industry learning how to be the best Coach and leader to his athletes. This requires what Adam likes to call a " growth oriented mindset" which he goes into vast detail down during this episode. We also touched upon how important physical and mental failure is to one character and how never pushing yourself past your previous limits can have a negative impact on your future growth. Whether it be in weight room, the office, or with your own personal relationships!If you're looking for actionable tips and advice for holistic self improvement then this episode is just what you need!Instagram- @acwalker38- @outcast_athletics

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the multidimensional world of health, fitness, and overall wellness but can't find an accurate and reliable source for such information? Look no further than Connected Community Health Support's new podcast!We are proud to introduce to you for the first time the How It's All Connected: Lifestyle Medicine Podcast.  This podcast will focus on bridging the gap between the confusing and sometimes hard to comprehend academic research and the dissemination of that research in a way that individuals can easily digest and use via actionable tips and suggestions.Each week will be discussing a specific aspect of one of our 7 pillars of health (Fitness, Nutrition, Sleep, Mindset, Social-Envionmental, Policy Change, Personal Finance) with a guest speakers from one of the above backgrounds or career fields.On this week's episode our Co-founders Seth Spicer, Jacob Carroll and the podcasts host Adam Fox, will fill you in on all the goals, aspirations and values held by CCHS team.  You will also learn who CCHS is, what our mission is, and what we have to offer you! This includes a break down of our affordable In-Home, Virtual and Group personal training packages as well as our Co-founders philosophies on the pros and cons of our current health and fitness industry. Not only will we highlight these aspects, we will also help explain how we are aiming to fix the cons and ameliorate the pros!We hope that you enjoy this introduction and cant wait for you to join us as we help empower our audience with the knowledge and tools to make healthier and happier lifestyle choices.Let us all defy the odds together!!