Podcasts about Kinesiology

In this episode, top biomechanics researcher Professor Kris D'Aout joins the show to break down the actual science behind minimalist footwear, foot muscle architecture, and running economy. We dive into how ditching traditional high-cushion trainers impacts ground reaction forces, arch strength, and injury risk patterns across different athletic populations. Whether you are looking to optimize force production or safely transition your footwear strategy, discover the evidence-based realities of bare-minimum footwear for long-term athletic durability.

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Follow along on social media @therapybookspodcast *Information on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Book (affiliate link) Psychotherapist and host Jessica Fowler interviews sports and health psychologist Dr. Carly Hunt about her book, Train Your Brain to Beat Chronic Pain: How to Harness the Power of the Mind-Body Connection.  In addition to sharing about her history of childhood medical trauma and intermittent pain, Dr. Hunt explores many aspects of chronic pain including how trauma can contribute to nervous system sensitization.  Dr. Hunt emphasizes building a multidisciplinary care team, activity pacing with time-contingent rest, and mindfulness to reduce pain-related worry. Show Highlights How Chronic Pain Works Grief/Hope Stressors How to Start with Understanding/Accepting Chronic Pain Mindfulness Skills Pain Reprocessing Therapy Five Percent Wins Integrative Care Plan About the author: Dr. Carly Hunt is a sport & health psychologist, author, consultant, and former D1 golfer. Her holistic approach blends sport, health, and positive psychology to help people build inner resources that support excellence and mind-body health. She completed her BA in Psychology from Georgetown University, MA in Kinesiology and PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Maryland, and postdoctoral fellowship at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Find her on the web at www.presentmindconsulting.com and www.thinkbettergolf.com.

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Dr. Anthony Cornelius Gittens, DrPH, CHES.He shares his journey in public health, emphasizing the importance of community engagement, representation in clinical trials, and the role of language and culture in shaping public health initiatives. He discusses his current role as a community clinical manager, the challenges of building trust with historically underrepresented communities, and the significance of community health workers. Dr. Gittens also reflects on his educational journey and the lessons learned along the way, advocating for a public health approach that prioritizes equity and access for all. In this conversation, Dr. Anthony Gittens shares his journey into public health, highlighting transformative experiences in Colombia that shaped his perspective. He discusses the importance of education in public health, particularly his master's and doctoral studies, and emphasizes the need for leadership and community engagement in the field. Dr. Gittens reflects on his various roles in public health, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the significance of networking and personal development for aspiring public health professionals.

Today, I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Darren Candow. Dr. Candow is a distinguished professor and an internationally renowned researcher on creatine monohydrate, nutrition, and physical activity who joined me before on Episode 301, where we spoke about creatine.  We are doing an AMA session today, delving into various themes surrounding creatine, from debunking outdated RDA recommendations to exploring the combined effects of strength training and creatine efficacy. We look into the cognitive benefits of creatine, exploring how it interacts with caffeine and its implications for bone health, hydration, anabolic resistance, and metabolic health.  I trust you will find today's AMA session as enlightening and enriching as I did while recording it. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: The safety and efficacy of creatine as a supplement How creatine increases muscle mass and reduces protein catabolism Benefits of combining creatine with protein  Is it better to take creatine before or after a workout? How creatine supplementation may improve brain performance and mental clarity Why exercise is essential for those who want to experience the benefits of creatine for maintaining their bone health Resistance-band workouts for post-menopausal women Are there any age-related limits for creatine supplementation? Bio: Dr. Darren Candow Dr. Darren Candow, PhD, CSEP-CEP, is Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. The overall objectives of Dr. Candow's research program are to develop effective lifestyle interventions involving nutrition (primarily creatine monohydrate) and physical activity (resistance training) that are clinically and practically relevant for improving musculoskeletal aging and reducing the risk of falls and fractures. Dr. Candow has published over 120 peer-reviewed journal manuscripts, supervised over 20 MSc and PhD students, and received research funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation, the National Institute of Health, and the Nutricia Research Foundation. In addition, Dr. Candow serves on the editorial review boards for the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Nutrients, and Frontiers. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Darren Candow On⁠ Instagram⁠ X  Previous Episode Mentioned: ⁠Ep. 301 Creatine: The Best Supplement for Better Bones & Brain Health with Darren Candow, PhD, CSEP-CEP⁠

Evan Amell is the owner of EA Fitness and Performance in Portland, Maine. A graduate of the University of Maine at Orono with a degree in Physical Education and Kinesiology, Evan's career was sparked by his own personal turning point—using movement and discipline to break out of a post-grad slump, boost his mental resilience, and transform his health.Today, Evan combines his background in kinesiology and psychology with specialized certifications (including NESTA Fitness Nutrition Coaching) and competitive experience in USPA Powerlifting and Amateur Strongman to deliver a "whole-person" approach to fitness and performance.Evan is also the founder of Green Swing Academy, a specialized golf-performance initiative at EA Fitness. As a Certified Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Coach, Evan uses TPI screening to identify physical limitations—like mobility restrictions or core deficits—and builds tailored strength and movement programs. By "speaking the same language" as swing instructors, Green Swing Academy bridges the gap between golf coaching and physical fitness, helping golfers of all skill levels eliminate pain, gain distance off the tee, and play the game they love for years to come.Where to find Evan and EA Fitness & Performance:IG: @eafitmeFacebook: www.facebook.com/eafitnessandperformanceWelcome to the Strength For Your Purpose Podcast where  Dr. Phil Finemore, PT, DPT, Cert. DN, Cert. VRS, owner of WorkFitME Mobile Physical Therapy, has a goal of helping busy Maine professionals find the mental, emotional, and physical strength to fulfill their true purpose in life. The mission is to approach the topic of wellness holistically and show you how outer and inner strength can spill over to all areas of life, creating waves of positive change in its path.It would mean so much to me if you took the time to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Please share with family, friends, and coworkers so they too can learn more about how to find their inner strength to fulfill their true purpose in life.Find Strength For Your Purpose Podcast on social media:Facebook: www.facebook.com/strengthforyourpurposepodIG: @strengthforyourpurposepodYouTube:    / @strengthforyourpurposepod  Find Dr. Phil and WorkFitME on social media:Facebook: www.facebook.com/phil.finemore and www.facebook.com/workfitmeIG: @drphil_fine_more and @workfitmeTwitter: @drphilptdpt and @workfitmeLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drphilptdpt and www.linkedin.com/company/workfitmeEmail: drphil@workfitme.com

What does athlete safety look like beyond preventing physical injury?In this episode, Erin Ayala, PhD, speaks with Dr. Gretchen Kerr, professor of kinesiology at the University of Toronto and an internationally recognized expert on psychological abuse, interpersonal violence, and maltreatment in sport.They explore why psychological harm is the most common—and often the least recognized—form of abuse in athletics, how win-at-all-costs cultures can normalize harmful behavior, and why some safe-sport reporting processes may unintentionally re-traumatize athletes.Dr. Kerr also shares evidence-based strategies for prevention, including shifting the definition of success toward athlete well-being, enjoyment, and belonging; strengthening communication among coaches, parents, and administrators; and using practical tools that address harmful behavior before it escalates.This conversation offers clear, actionable guidance for coaches, athletes, parents, sport leaders, and anyone invested in creating healthier, safer, and more positive sport environments.In this episode:Why psychological abuse is so common in sport—and why it often goes unnoticedHow safe-sport reporting systems can unintentionally cause additional harmWhy athletes need ongoing support beyond the initial reporting processHow win-focused performance metrics can contribute to unhealthy environmentsThe importance of prioritizing well-being, enjoyment, and belongingPreventive approaches, including quality-coaching tools and restorative practicesHow transparent communication can help protect athletesAbout Dr. Gretchen KerrDr. Gretchen Kerr is a professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on psychological abuse, interpersonal violence, athlete maltreatment, and the development of safer, more supportive sport systems.Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and share this conversation with a coach, parent, athlete, or sport leader who is working to create a safer and more supportive culture.Join us at Feisty Fest - September 18-20th, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/Sign up to Receive The Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter:https://feisty.co/newsletters/feisty-womens-performance/Follow us on Instagram:@feisty_womens_performanceVisit the Feisty website at https://feisty.co/ for info on all of our events and podcastsSupport our Partners:Use code PERFORMANCE for 20% off at http://cozyearth.comMomentous: Head to https://www.livemomentous.com/ and use promo code PERFORMANCE for up to 35% off your first orderWahoo: Learn more about Wahoo Fitness Products at: https://wahoofitness.pxf.io/0GAByRTifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/

Drew Jamieson is a Certified Natural path, Certified Strength & Conditioning specialist & also has his degree in Kinesiology. Adam Mulford is a Certified Osteopath & Kinesiologist with other certifications in high performance training.

Dr. Ken Clark is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at West Chester University, where he teaches biomechanics, motor learning, and kinetic anatomy. His research focuses on sprint performance, movement mechanics, injury mechanisms, and skill acquisition, with publications in many of the field's leading journals.Clark has more than a decade of strength and conditioning coaching experience across the private, high school, and collegiate levels, including stops at Summit Sports, CES Performance, Dickinson College, Haverford College, and Villanova University. He earned his PhD in Applied Physiology and Biomechanics from Southern Methodist University and is a former collegiate football player at Swarthmore College.$1 Trial Membership to SCN

In this conversation, Ari Whitten and I go straight to the cellular level to answer a question most of cardiology never asks: where does your energy actually come from, and what happens to your heart when it runs low? Ari walks through the work of Dr. Robert Naviaux and the ‘cell danger response,' the idea that your mitochondria are constantly reading the environment and deciding whether to make energy or switch into defense mode. Stressors like toxins, junk food, poor sleep, and chronic psychological stress push them toward defense, and that shift shows up as fatigue, oxidative stress, and inflammation, the same drivers I see underneath so much heart disease.From there, we get practical. Ari breaks down why how you breathe matters as much as how much you move, how a simple breath-hold test reflects your body's oxygen delivery, and why 20 to 30 minutes of daily movement may be one of the most powerful things you can do for your heart. It all comes back to what I teach every day: Eat Well, Live Well, Think Well. Give your cells what they were designed for, and your energy and your heart tend to follow.- - - - -About the Guest:Ari Whitten, MS, is the founder of The Energy Blueprint and one of the most respected evidence-based voices on fatigue, energy, and mitochondrial health. He holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine, a bachelor's in Kinesiology, and certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Corrective Exercise Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist.After losing nearly a year of his own life to severe chronic fatigue in his twenties, Ari devoted his career to understanding how cellular energy is built and broken. He is the bestselling author of Eat for Energy and The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy, and has taught his science-first approach to energy on stages around the world.Website: theenergyblueprint.comInstagram: @theenergyblueprintPodcast: The Energy Blueprint- - - - -Jack Wolfson, DO, FACCWebsites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drjackwolfson.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://naturalheartdoctor.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjackwolfson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ready to move past the confusion and fear of typical heart health approaches? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠naturalheartdoctor.com/discovery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to schedule your free discovery call and start your journey toward a 100-year heart with real, evidence-based answers.- - - - -PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/

You don't have to shrink to belong. You don't have to choose just one gift. The obstacles you see? They're not as final as you've been told.In this episode of Women Awakening, Cynthia James sits down with Diane Rose Kelly, visionary singer-songwriter, producer, writer, poet, speaker, and 6-time Hall of Fame athlete, to talk about the mindset behind her memoir, There Is No Goalie. Diane Rose scored 128 goals in college soccer not by being fearless, but by refusing to give the goalie her attention. That same philosophy has driven everything since: the music, the coaching, the 100+ songs, the stages shared with Gavin DeGraw, Train, and Melissa Etheridge.Diane Rose opens up about faith as a lived practice not a belief system to study, but a presence to embody. She and Cynthia share deeply personal spiritual moments and explore what it looks like when women stop waiting for permission and start leading from the inside out.You've been told to pick a lane, to be realistic, and to manage your expectations. This episode is the antidote. Tune in now and visit  https://www.cynthiajames.net/. Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite Platforms.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-awakening-with-cynthia-james/id1479431168Diane Rose Kelly is a visionary singer-songwriter, producer, writer, poet, speaker, and 6-time Hall of Fame athlete. A former professional soccer player, three-time All-American, collegiate soccer coach, and award-winning professor of Health & Kinesiology, she embodies passion, resilience, and service in every endeavor. Diane Rose is also a published self-help author, certified life coach, motivational speaker, and advocate for faith, inspiration, and women's empowerment.Connect with Diane Rose Kelly:FB: https://www.facebook.com/p/Diane-Rose-Kelly-100054531397296/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/dianerosekelly/   Cynthia James is a transformational speaker, emotional integration coach, and host of the Women Awakening podcast. With a background as a former actress and Star Search champion, she brings creativity and depth to her work. Cynthia holds master's degrees in consciousness studies and spiritual psychology. Author of 6 bestselling and award-winning books, including I Choose Me: The Art of Being A Phenomenally Successful Woman at Home and at Work. Through her global retreats, coaching, and speaking, she helps women step into their power, live authentically, and lead with purpose.Connect with Cynthia James:Website: https://www.cynthiajames.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cynthia-james-enterprises/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WhatWillSetYouFreeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiajames777/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthiajamestransforms

It's been a wild ride so far this World Cup. With the quarterfinals underway we've got your World Cup roundup. The highs, the lows, the final games to come. And the controversy – Could US President Donald Trump's call to Gianni Infantino cost the FIFA head his job? And has VAR (Video Assistant Referee) contributed to questionable calls? Guest host Catherine Cullen speaks with Laurent Dubois, author of Soccer Empire and The Language of the Game and Tim Elcombe, Professor of Kinesiology at Wilfred Laurier University, who is currently writing a book on FIFA and its role as a geopolitical body.

Dr. David Szymanski, department chair and professor of Kinesiology at Louisiana Tech, charts the path that began in Chicago as a fine arts major, pivoted, and then took him through the ranks of collegiate baseball coaching. He highlights his transition from a professional baseball hopeful to a "professional professor," his pioneering research in baseball sport performance, and his role in expanding the University's kinesiology programs. He shares his passion for helping students figure out what they want to be when they grow up and gives the reasons why he considers kinesiology a versatile "renaissance degree" capable of opening doors to everything from allied health fields to Major League Baseball. LA Tech Kinesiology: https://www.latech.edu/education-human-sciences/about-cehs/kinesiology/index Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

Welcome to the NYS AHPERD A-Z Health and PE Podcast. In today's episode we are hosting two PETE scholars from our Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) PETE programs.  Our first guest is Dr. Stacey Imagbe, an Assistant Professor at Morehouse College.   Dr. Stacy Imagbe is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology at Morehouse College, a Historically Black College and University in Atlanta, Georgia. She earned her Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University, with a specialization in pedagogy and psychological sciences, grounding her work at the intersection of teaching, learning, and human performance.Dr. Imagbe brings a powerful blend of scholarly expertise and lived experience to her work. Her research agenda centers on optimizing physical activity opportunities and promoting lifelong physical activity and fitness among minoritized populations through culturally relevant pedagogy (CRP). In addition, she designs and facilitates CRP-focused professional development experiences that support educators in creating inclusive, affirming, and effective learning environments.Dr. Imagbe is an active member of SHAPE America's Professional Preparation Council and currently serving as General Vice President–Elect for Georgia AHPERD. Through these partnerships, she advances parity, student success, and equitable access to high-quality, culturally responsive physical activity opportunities for all learners. She is also the 2026 recipient of the Leroy T. Walker Young Professional Award.Our next guest is Dr. Kacey Hopson is a Professor of Kinesiology in the Department of Health and Human Studies at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) in Elizabeth City, NC. ECSU is a member of the University of North Carolina System. Dr. Hopson is a proud graduate of West Virginia University. Dr. Hopson is focused on improving health and academic achievement in college courses through Action Based Learning techniques, including the use of kinesthetic desks. Dr. Hopson's other focus is helping college students learn to cook healthy food on a budget. Her Move Smart – Cook Smart program provides transportation for students to the Food Bank of the Albemarle's teaching kitchen each week for a healthy cooking lesson and the opportunity to take home free groceries. Additionally, Dr. Hopson and her colleagues published an Open Educational Resource (OER) in 2026, in OER Commons, to help undergraduate students understand the research process, The Basics: A Guide to Student Health and Wellness Research Success.

Dr. Eric Cash serves as President of the National High School Strength Coaches Association and is the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Dorman High School. Widely recognized as one of the leading voices in high school strength and conditioning, Dr. Cash has dedicated his career to developing young athletes through evidence-based training, mentorship, and long-term athletic development.Prior to Dorman, he held head strength and conditioning positions at Presbyterian College, Eastern Illinois University, and Elon University. He earned his doctorate in Kinesiology from University of North Carolina at Greensboro and was named NHSSCA Coach of the Year in 2020.___$1 Trial Membership to SCN

Send us Fan MailCarnivore Coach Joe Dalle Vedove, known as #COACHCARNIVOREJOE is a health advocate and personal trainer who transformed his life through the Carnivore diet. Joe's remarkable journey has inspired many, and he's now a sought-after speaker and coach, sharing his expertise on the Carnivore diet and its benefits.He is highly-trained, experienced and passionate about helping others achieve optimal health, and has the following qualifications- Certified in Kinesiology, a Certified Nutritionist, a Certified Master Personal Trainer, Certified Carnivore Coach (CCI), BSc. Kinesiology & Exercise Science, 4 Personal Trainer Certifications, 4 Nutrition Certifications, and 41 Other Certification in Exercise, Nutrition, Supplementation, Fasting, and Bloodwork.As a personal trainer with 35 years of experience, Joe has worked with over 1,000 clients seeing incredible results with the Carnivore diet. He's a proud advocate for the carnivore lifestyle, citing improved energy, mental clarity, and overall well-being.He attended Florida State University, and is currently based in Toronto, Ontario in Canada.Find Joe at-IG at- carnivorecoachjoeEmail- coachcarnivorejoe@gmail.comFind Boundless Body at-myboundlessbody.comBook a session with us here! 

Unlocking the Power of Walking: Feet, Movement, and Health.  This episode dives deep into how something as simple as walking is a foundational pillar for health, longevity, and overall well-being. Dr. Karen Litzy welcomes expert insights from Dr. Courtney Conley and Dr. Melissa McDowell, you'll learn practical strategies to optimize foot health, rethink footwear choices, and incorporate walking into everyday life for maximum benefit.  In this episode: ·       Why walking is considered a sixth vital sign and what it means for health assessment ·       The evidence-based optimal step range and busting myths around 10,000 steps ·       How foot strength and proper footwear influence pain, injury, and longevity ·       The biochemistry of walking and its effects on hormones, brain health, and disease prevention ·       Strategies clinicians and individuals can use to operationalize walking as a therapeutic and preventive tool ·       Challenging misconceptions about shoes, orthotics, and barefoot walking Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Rethinking walking as a vital sign and its importance 02:15 - Walking as a necessity: Beyond exercise, a core biological requirement 03:40 - The myth of 10,000 steps: Evidence-based step targets for different health outcomes 05:04 - Micro walks and ambient activity: How small moments add up 06:31 - Meeting people where they are: Tailoring step goals and activity levels 08:32 - Debunking the 10,000 steps myth and the influence of misinformation 09:56 - The impact of walking on mental health and chronic disease management 11:44 - Foot mechanics and gait: Insights into movement patterns and predicting systemic health 13:15 - The importance of foot strength and preserving foot biomechanics over time 14:32 - Foot health's relationship to fall risk and aging 16:54 - Biological impacts of walking on hormones, brain growth factors, and cognitive function 18:14 - Walking as an intervention for menopause symptoms, depression, and anxiety 19:41 - The power of specific step targets for reducing disease risk 21:01 - How walking should be integrated into chronic pain management 23:34 - The simplicity of behavior change: Making walking accessible for everyone 26:54 - Overcoming pain and fear: Starting with micro walks and building confidence 28:01 - Footwear essentials: Respectting anatomy and choosing proper shoes 30:46 - The influence of shoes on foot health, posture, and systemic health 33:33 - Identifying inappropriate footwear and the role of orthotics 35:45 - Addressing footwear for children and the importance of fit during growth 38:31 - The impact of heel-toe drop and shoe structure on gait and health 41:35 - How indoor shoes and surface changes affect foot and overall health 43:54 - Walking and longevity: Connecting foot strength, fall risk, and lifespan 46:22 - Practical tips for strengthening feet and the dark side of cushioned shoes 50:02 - Tips for clinicians to integrate foot health and walking into practice 53:38 - Business opportunities in community health, workshops, and education 56:23 - Final advice for practitioners interested in promoting walking and foot health 57:59 - The journey of publishing a health-focused book: Tips and encouragement 58:06 - The importance of passion and ongoing learning in health professions 66:35 - Resources, social media, and where to find expert guidance Resources & Links: ·       Walk: The Surprising Science of Walking and How It Can Improve Your Health and Happiness ·       Gait Happens - Foot and gait analysis training ·       Melissa McDowell - Instagram | Website ·       Courtney Conley Website| Instagram | YouTube More About Dr. Courtney Conley: Dr. Courtney Conley is the founder of Gait Happens, where she pursues her passion for helping as many people as possible reclaim their foot function. As an internationally renowned foot and gait specialist, Dr. Conley teaches both nationally and internationally. She is a chiropractic physician with a BA in Kinesiology, a BA in Human Biology, and a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. Based in Lakewood, CO, Dr. Conley owns and operates Total Health Solutions clinic and Total Health Performance gym, where she leads patient care focused on restoring gait mechanics and resolving foot problems to help people move more easily and pain-free. She is also a founding member of the Healthy Foot Alliance, an international team of practitioners dedicated to promoting the benefits of natural footwear, preventing unnecessary surgeries, and improving foot function to create a stable foundation from the ground up. More about Dr. Milica McDowell: Dr. Milica McDowell holds two Bachelor of Science degrees (Exercise Physiology and Health Promotion, (Montana State University), a master's degree (Physical Therapy, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center), and a Doctorate degree (Physical Therapy, Idaho State University). She served as a university faculty member in Human Performance for nearly a decade, has developed numerous medical education curricula and has been an invited speaker on many national stages, including the American Physical Therapy Association and American College of Sports Medicine's conventions. She has been an invited presenter for numerous professional organizations, and she has delivered over 300 educational lectures at state, regional, and national levels. Dr. McDowell founded Clearwater Physical Therapy, Bluebird Medical Supply Company, and co-founded Epic Fitness, 4C Sports Injury Analytics, and CrossFit Send It. In 2023, Dr. McDowell was recognized as one of the Top 50 Women Leaders in Healthcare by the Women We Admire organization. She has edited textbooks, written several university science courses, and developed professional continuing education courses that are sold in a global marketplace. One of her present interests is the responsible use of AI technologies to produce multimedia learning experiences in professional education. Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month   Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

In this episode, Pierre Michiels interviews Nicole Juhl. Nicole is an Associate Professor in Physical Education who oversees the Certified Personal Trainer program at College of DuPage. They discuss career paths in personal training, essential skills like communication and professionalism, and ways students can gain experience and build networks. After listening, we hope you better understand the personal training field and its opportunities.Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary.00:00–02:20 | Introduction & Guest Background Pierre introduces the episode and welcomes Nicole Juhl, who shares her experience in the fitness and wellness industry and outlines the focus of the Certified Personal Trainer program. 02:20–04:20 | Career Paths in Personal Training Nicole explains the wide range of opportunities in personal training, from one-on-one coaching to careers in gyms, wellness centers, and fields like kinesiology and physical therapy. 04:20–10:20 | Key Skills for Success The conversation highlights essential skills such as communication, professionalism, passion, and authenticity, along with the importance of understanding your “why.” 10:20–13:20 | Building Experience Nicole shares strategies for gaining experience, including shadowing trainers, practicing with peers, and exploring different fitness modalities to build confidence and expertise. 13:20–17:00 | Program Opportunities & Resources Discussion focuses on hands-on learning, campus facilities, networking opportunities, and new resources like the upcoming kinesiology lab. 17:00–21:20 | Networking & Personal Branding Nicole emphasizes the importance of networking, building professional relationships, and developing an authentic personal brand in the fitness industry. 21:20–26:00 | Advice for Students Entering the Field Key takeaways include taking things one step at a time, building confidence, practicing self-care, and embracing continuous growth without needing to know everything immediately. 26:00–30:00 | Program Details & How to Get Started The episode wraps with details on program structure, alternative options, and how to connect with advisors and resources to explore the personal training field further Nicole Juhl (program info & questions): juhln@cod.edu Bess Fuertes (department advising): fuertese245@cod.edu COD Personal Trainer Certificate website: https://catalog.cod.edu/programs-study/physical-education/personal-trainer-certificate/Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers.Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter

The illusion of world-class strength is built on rigid programming—but the truth is that strict protocols are often what cause elite lifters to plateau or break. Long before he was known as The Swolefessor, Marcellus Williams discovered that textbook biomechanics and conventional gym culture rarely produced championship-level results. By combining a formal education in kinesiology with advanced athlete psychology, he uncovered a hidden variable in human performance that transformed talented lifters into world champions. In this episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, Marcellus explains why adaptability—not rigidity—is the true key to long-term strength success. In This Episode The Adaptability Paradox – Why changing a program mid-cycle can be the key to breaking plateaus instead of breaking the athlete. Psychological Profiling – How understanding a lifter's mindset before they touch the barbell impacts performance, execution, and retention. Individualized Mechanics – Why copying a world champion's technique is often a mistake and how to build a technical model that fits the individual. Managing Large Coaching Rosters – The systems and processes behind successfully coaching more than 80 lifters without sacrificing elite-level results. Meet the Guest Marcellus Williams is an elite powerlifting coach, educator, and co-founder of Powerlifting Now. Known throughout the industry as The Swolefessor, he combines a degree in Kinesiology with advanced athlete psychology to coach more than 80 active lifters. His coaching résumé includes 4 IPF World Champions and 14 National Champions. Follow Marcellus Williams YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theswolefessor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswolefessor Powerlifting Now: https://powerlifting-now.com/ Strength Now: https://strength-now.com/ Become an elitefts Channel Member Get early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk and exclusive member-only content. ➡️ @eliteftsofficial Support Dave Tate's Table Talk FULL Crew Access https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & More https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-Selling elitefts Products Pro Resistance Training Bands https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps & Sleeves https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html Sponsors elitefts Get an extra 10% OFF with code TABLETALK https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health Get 10% OFF your next lab package with code TABLETALK https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT Get a free 8-count sample pack with your order http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk ChiliPad 2.0 Save up to $255 with code TABLETALK https://sleep.me/tabletalk Massenomics https://www.massenomics.com/ MASS Research Review Save 20% on monthly, yearly, or lifetime memberships with code ELITEFTS20 https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App Get 10% OFF with code TABLETALK https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app

In this episode, hosts Chris and Mecca speak with Dr. Danny Longman and Dr. Colin Shaw about the mismatch between humans and modern built environments, exploring both the negative biological impacts of living in industrialized cities and the positive effects of spending time in nature. Dr Danny Longman graduated from the University of Cambridge with a BA (Hons) in Natural Sciences (2005–08), followed by an MPhil (2008–09) and PhD (2011–14) in Human Evolution. He remained at Cambridge as a Postdoctoral Researcher (2015–19) before joining Loughborough University as a Lecturer. He has since been promoted to Senior Lecturer. Outside of work, Danny is a keen sportsman with a passion for ultra-endurance sport, nature, and travel. Dr. Colin Shaw graduated from the University of Western Ontario (Canada) with a BA (Hons) in Anthropology and Kinesiology (2000) and an MSc in Exercise Physiology (2000-02), then moved to the University of Cambridge, where he obtained an MPhil (2003-04) and a PhD (2004–08) in Biological Anthropology. He was a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2008-2009), Penn State (2010-2011), and the University of Cambridge (2011-2015). He is now a Senior Lecturer at the University of Zurich. ------------------------------ Find the paper discussed in this episode: Longman, D.P. and Shaw, C.N. (2026), Homo sapiens, industrialisation and the environmental mismatch hypothesis. Biol Rev, 101: 580-601. https://doi.org/10.1111/brv.70094 ------------------------------ Contact the Sausage of Science Podcast and the Human Biology Association: Facebook: facebook.com/groups/humanbiologyassociation/, Website: humbio.org Chris Lynn, Co-Host, Website: cdlynn.people.ua.edu/, E-mail: cdlynn@ua.edu Mecca E. Howe, Co-Host, E-mail: howemecca@gmail.com, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mecca-howe/

Dr. Stroope is an Assistant Professor in the School of Kinesiology at Louisiana State University. Stroope's research includes three overlapping areas: co-benefits of active transportation, public health approaches to increasing rural physical activity, and access to nature, with an overarching interest in how physical activity contributes to community thriving. Stroope is on the leadership team for the Physical Activity Policy, Research, and Evaluation Network (PAPREN) Rural Hub and serves on the Dissemination and Translation Board for the U Mass Prevention Research Center. Before joining the LSU School of Kinesiology, she spent ten years working for Cooperative Extension, with most of those years serving as the LSU AgCenter's physical activity specialist. In that role, she partnered with Extension agents, small towns, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, rural librarians, schools and other community partners to increase access to physical activity, with a particular focus on helping communities pursue funding for active transportation infrastructure. Description In this episode of the Elevate Yourself podcast, Rob sits down with Dr. Jessica Stroope to discuss how communities can be designed to support healthier, more active lives. Drawing from her experiences in public health, Cooperative Extension, and community-based research, Jessica explores the powerful role that active transportation, access to nature, and the built environment play in shaping physical activity behaviors. She shares lessons learned from working with rural communities, transportation departments, schools, libraries, and local leaders to create environments where movement is a natural part of everyday life. The conversation highlights how seemingly small environmental changes can have a meaningful impact on health outcomes, why partnerships across sectors are essential, and how community design influences far more than physical activity alone. Whether you're interested in public health, community development, or simply creating places where people can thrive, this episode offers practical insights into building more accessible and active communities. Learn More Physical Activity Policy, Research, and Evaluation Network (PAPREN) LSU School of Kinesiology LSU AgCenter Selected Publications: Stroope, J., Ballis, L. E., Seals, K., Garn, A. C., Holston, D. (In press). Rural Physical Activity in the Mississippi Delta: the moderating influence of stray dogs. Journal of Healthy Eating & Active Living. Stroope, J., Umstattd Meyer, M.R., Gabbert, K., John, D.H., Orzech, K., Wende, M.E., and Kellstedt, D. (2025). Physical Activity Policy, Systems, and Environment Change through Extension SNAP-Ed: A Multi-State Perspective. Health Promotion Practice. https://doi.org/10.1177/15248399231221779 Stroope, J., Jones, M., Nunes, B., & Holston, D. (2024). Improving Access to the Transportation Alternatives Program for Rural Communities. Journal of Healthy Eating & Active Living. https://doi.org/10.51250/jheal.v4i3.94 Stroope, J., Garn, A., and Cadmus-Bertram, L. (2022). Active transportation and self-reported change in physical activity. Journal of Transport & Health. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jth.2022.101528 Seals, K., Stroope, J., Freightman, J., Moles, A., Ainsworth, L, and Holston, D. (2022). Empty houses, loose dogs, and engaged citizens: Lessons learned from community participatory data collection in rural areas. Health Promotion Practice. https://doi.org/10.1177/15248399221111181 Stroope, J. (2021). Active transportation and social capital: The association between walking or biking for transportation and community participation. Preventive Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ypmed.2021.106666

Send us Fan MailCourtney Quinn is a life and mindset coach for high-achieving women and female entrepreneurs who are done playing small and ready to step fully into their next level of leadership. With over a decade of coaching experience, she helps ambitious women break through the internal ceilings that keep them stuck where they are, instead of where they know they're meant to be in life and business. Known for her grounded, no-fluff approach, Courtney blends neuroscience, NLP, embodiment, and her background in Kinesiology to help women rewire subconscious patterns, habits, and self-sabotage at the root level. Her work goes beyond strategy alone, guiding women to upgrade their identity, self-trust, and capacity so their success not only expands, but becomes sustainable.Connect with Courtney:Website: www.coachingwithcourt.caInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithcourtIf you would like to learn more about The Mothered Business Mastermind, click here. Want to download the 15 minute CEO Map? If you only have 15 minutes it will tell you exactly what to work on to move the needle in your business. Click here. Please say hi to me on Instagram @robyn.gooding or take a peek at my website for more info www.robyngooding.comClick here to book your call anytime! If you loved this episode, I'd appreciate if you could leave a review or share on your socials. It truly means the world to me and helps amplify this message for other mothers desiring a supportive business for motherhood.  Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. The content shared reflects my personal experience and professional perspective as a coach.Any stories shared are anonymized or composite examples drawn from real experiences, with identifying details changed to protect privacy.This podcast does not constitute medical, legal, financial, or...

From heat exhaustion to dengue fever - monitoring public health risks at the biggest tournament in football history. With millions of fans travelling to the USA, Canada and Mexico for the men's football World Cup, Claudia Hammond speaks to Professor Rebecca Katz from Georgetown University in Washington DC who is the Director of the newly set up Health Security Operations Center, a surveillance hub to track threats to health, monitoring the risk of diseases such as measles, dengue and chikungunya.With the World Cup coinciding with rainy season in Mexico, which also means mosquito season, our reporter Rogelio Navarro in Guadalajara brings us the latest on efforts in Jalisco state to prevent outbreaks of dengue which is transmitted by mosquitoes.And the potential for health issues due to extreme heat has caused concerns amongst players, spectators and scientists. At the men's FIFA Club World Cup in the USA last year Chelsea and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez spoke out about the difficulties of playing in high temperatures. We hear from Norwegian international midfielder Morten Thorsby and Douglas Casa, CEO of the Korey Stringer Institute and Professor of Kinesiology at the University of Connecticut, who have written to tournament organisers, FIFA, calling for stronger heat protection measures for players and spectators.Presenter: Claudia Hammond Producer: Jonathan BlackwellImage: Aziz Behich and Mathew Leckie of Australia drink water during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group D match between Australia and Denmark at Al Janoub Stadium on November 30, 2022 in Al Wakrah, Qatar

BUFFALO, NY — June 3, 2026 — A new #research paper was #published in Volume 18 of Aging-US on May 15, 2026, titled “Extracellular vesicles released by senescent myoblasts affect recipient cells via miRNA-target interactions.” The study was led by first author Michael Kamal from the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University and corresponding author Gianni Parise from the same university. As people age, skeletal muscle gradually loses strength, size, and regenerative capacity. Scientists have increasingly linked these changes to cellular senescence—a state in which damaged cells permanently stop dividing but remain metabolically active. These senescent cells release a complex mixture of signaling molecules known as the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP), which can influence neighboring cells and contribute to tissue dysfunction. In this study, the researchers investigated whether extracellular vesicles (EVs)—tiny membrane-bound particles released by cells—play a role in this process. Specifically, they examined EVs released by senescent muscle precursor cells, known as myoblasts, and analyzed the microRNAs (miRNAs) carried within these vesicles. The team found that senescent myoblasts released factors that impaired normal muscle cell development. When healthy muscle cells were exposed to signals from senescent cells, the resulting muscle fibers became significantly smaller and displayed increased expression of genes associated with cellular stress and senescence. Further analysis revealed that EVs released by senescent myoblasts carried a distinct set of miRNAs. The researchers identified 22 significantly altered miRNAs, including several previously linked to cellular senescence, such as miR-34a, miR-34b, miR-34c, and miR-22. The study also identified miR-301a-3p as a potentially novel senescence-associated miRNA. Full press release - https://aging-us.net/2026/06/03/senescent-muscle-cells-send-molecular-messages-that-may-contribute-to-age-related-muscle-decline/ DOI - https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.206379 Corresponding author - Gianni Parise - pariseg@mcmaster.ca Abstract video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKBbraYg8ew Sign up for free Altmetric alerts about this article - https://aging.altmetric.com/details/email_updates?id=10.18632%2Faging.206379 Subscribe for free publication alerts from Aging - https://www.aging-us.com/subscribe-to-toc-alerts Keywords - aging, cellular senescence, extracellular vesicles, myoblasts, miRNA, multi-omics To learn more about the journal, please visit https://www.Aging-US.com​​ and connect with us on social media at: Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/aging-us.bsky.social ResearchGate - https://www.researchgate.net/journal/Aging-1945-4589 X - https://twitter.com/AgingJrnl Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AgingUS/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/agingjrnl/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/aging/ Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/AgingUS/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/AgingUS/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Aging-US Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1X4HQQgegjReaf6Mozn6Mc MEDIA@IMPACTJOURNALS.COM

May 2026 – #AIESEPConnect #CoffeeWithColleagues Early Career Perspectives on Digital Technology in Health, Physical Education, and Physical Activity: A Community Dialogue Featuring Pablo Lope García – PhD Candidate, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain Dr. Hung-Ying Lee – Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education and Kinesiology, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan Dr. Xiaolu Liu – Assistant Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Health, Georgia State University, USA Dr. Omar Albaloul – Faculty Member, College of Education, Kuwait University, KuwaitSession Video Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zi2slj6ZK7E

Alright my geeky horse people, this one's for you! No season would be complete without an episode with Elisse Miki of Equilibria Therapeutics. We promised to do a podcast on each of the osteopathic principles, and it may take us a minute but we're going to make it happen.  Elisse came for a visit to the farm and we just had to sit down for a conversation unpacking the osteopathic principle of autoregulation, what it means for our horses, how it shows up in every day experiences and how to interpret these experiences through an osteopathic lens. This one was recorded a few months back, when Reykur was just finding solid ground with his health, but was still wobbly so we definitely looked at how this principle relates to rehabilitation and illlness. You'll be happy to know that as of the publishing of this episode he seems to have turned a good corner and is staying more stable with more vitality. We also got into the story of Gwynna's rehabilitation and how this principle played a role, and how much a supoortive environment supports a return to homeostasis. Enjoy! As a human and equine therapist with over 15 years of experience working with clients in a therapeutic setting, Elisse Miki brings a wide variety of modalities into her practice. She began her career working as an Exercise Physiologist having completed her Bachelors in Kinesiology then went on to obtain her Registered Massage Therapy Licence. She has since gone on to complete Diplomas in Equine Therapy, Equine Craniosacral, and is currently in the process of completing her Equine Osteopathy Diploma.  Her current focus lies in research and development of current standards of practice in the equine industry. Elisse hosts clinics for horse owners and will be offering continuing education courses for existing health care professionals and equine therapists starting in January 2020. Website – www.equilibriatherapeutics.com Email – elisse@equilibriatherapeutics.com Facebook Personal – https://www.facebook.com/elisse.miki Facebook Business Page – Equilibria Therapeutics – https://www.facebook.com/elissemikirmt/ Equine Cranial Certification with Alexa and Elisse – https://www.equilibriatherapeutics.com/equine-craniosacral  

Researchers and analysts are beginning to ask whether two powerful forces are quietly reshaping how and why people eat: the rise of GLP-1 medications and the constant churn of food trends. What happens when drugs like Ozempic don't just reduce appetite but change how the body processes food, forcing users to rethink nutrition to avoid side effects and maintain balance? Could that shift create new demands the food industry is already preparing to meet? And at the same time, why do consumers continue to chase new diets, ingredients, and health claims month after month? What is driving this persistent search for the next solution, even as advice keeps changing? We examine whether these developments are connected, how pharmaceutical intervention may be accelerating longer-term shifts in food culture, and what it reveals about the forces shaping modern eating habits. Sylvain Charlebois, professor at Dalhousie University and director of its Agri-Food Analytics Lab, and Samantha King, professor and director of the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies at Queen's University, discuss nutrition, behaviour, and the emerging questions at the intersection of medicine, markets, and consumer choice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does your baby's tongue position have to do with their sleep? Actually, quite a bit. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Alison Sigal, a pediatric dentist and airway specialist,  for a conversation about airway health and sleep. I find this to be a really important and under talked about reason for frequent waking, feeding challenges, and unsettled behavior. We discuss:Why tongue ties matter.What is good resting oral posture?Why is good resting oral posture important?How does mouth breathing affect sleep and development more broadly?What should parents look for when trying to find an airway knowledgeable provider local to them? Basics that make up a good tie release.I could have picked Dr. Alison Sigal's brain for so much longer! I hope this conversation gives you insight into your littles behavior and clarity around ways to investigate oral restrictions more fully. About Dr. Alison Sigal Dr. Alison Sigal graduated from McMaster University with an Honours degree in Kinesiology before attending the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. She completed a hospital-based residency at Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto) before completing her Masters of Science Degree with specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry. She is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and currently a certified specialist in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Sigal established Little Bird Pediatric Dentistry in Milton, Ontario to provide comprehensive airway centric health care to children from birth onwards. She has dedicated her practice to the provision of this care, creating novel airway assessment tools, surgical techniques for tongue and lip ties, and myofunctional protocols including Buteyko breathing for best patient outcomes and long-term retention.Dr. Sigal developed her clinic's medical record software, that features the largest on-going airway centric patient database globally to date with continual research integration, treatment evaluation, and evolution. Her career goal is for the provision of airway centric pediatric assessment and treatment to become standardized with universal protocols; assisting the evolution of pediatric anatomy textbooks, academic curriculums, and hospital/health care models. Dr. Sigal has been an invited speaker internationally, at many multi-disciplinary conferences, meetings, and symposiums, and is regarded as one of the leaders in pediatric airway centric health care.Connect with Dr. Alison Sigal Website: https://littlebirddental.ca/Instagram: www.instagram.com/dralisonsigal/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Dr.AlisonSigalFacebook: www.facebook.com/LittleBirdMilton Resources related to this episodeGet the age by age self-assessment check lists mentioned here: https://littlebirddental.ca/airway-centric-health-care/Connect with Kim Instagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

Send us Fan MailDr. Jason Shumard, D.C. has postgraduate education in functional endocrinology and clinical nutrition. Over the last twenty years, he has worked with patients with a multitude of conditions, specifically however focusing on helping people reverse their type II diabetes. Dr. Shumard is passionate about helping patients overcome their diabetes and take control over their health.Dr. Shumard is the owner of DrShumard.com, which he opened in 2005 with the desire to promote safe alternative reversal strategies and protocols to those suffering with Type 2 diabetes across the United States.Dr. Shumard received a B.S. degree in Kinesiology from San Diego State University in 2000 and furthered his education with a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life Chiropractic College West in 2004. Dr. Shumard is also a sought-after practitioner and speaker working with type II diabetics and is often found volunteering in numerous charity and community events. DrShumard.com is founded on the principles of true healing, and the Dr. Shumard's intention is to not only help his patients with exceptional corrective care, but also to educate them on healthy and functional lifestyles that will support the patient's health and well-being for the rest of their lives.Find Dr. Jason Shumard at-https://drshumard.com/IG- @drjasonshumardFind Boundless Body at-myboundlessbody.comBook a session with us here! 

Every sport has had its watershed moment when a new technology upends the landscape and redefines what's possible. Baseball had torpedo bats, swimming the Lazer swimsuits, road cycling the introduction of aerodynamic carbon frames and in running we are living through an era defined by what were first, and best, described as “super shoes.”  For the last decade, the shoe industry has gone into overdrive to create shoes capable of blending impossible lightness with unbelievable energy return. The holy grail sought by shoe designers in this footwear arms race: crafting the pair of shoes that would propel the first man in history to a sub 2-hour marathon performance.  As of Sunday, we are now officially living in the new sub-2 era, as not one, but two men, Kenya's Sabastian Sawe and Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha, tore down the two-hour marathon barrier at last weekend's London Marathon.  While every factor imaginable aligned perfectly for these two men to take the sport somewhere no one has gone before, one factor in particular has drawn the lion's share of attention: the shoes. Both Sawe and Kejelcha ran in the just-released adidas Adios Pro Evo 3, a shoe touted as the lightest, fastest super shoe ever created. This week on The Shakeout Podcast we're diving into what makes these super shoes so super, and what physiological factors they impact that have helped runners achieve times long-thought impossible. To make sense of it all is Olympian and Mayo Clinic exercise physiologist Dr. Shalaya Kipp, a leading thinker in the science of shoe innovation. As one of the first researchers to quantify the running economy-improving benefits of super shoes, Shalaya reveals to us what specific factors are at play in these record-breaking shoes, how our bodies respond to these factors over the marathon distance and why runners of lesser ability might actually benefit the most from this new era of shoe tech.  Subscribe to The Shakeout Podcast feed on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts. [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code “shakeout2026” Click here to order

Eleanna Varangis is assistant professor of Movement Science in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan, director of the ATHINA lab, and member of the Faculty Council at the Michigan Concussion Center,How does your brain change over your life and adapt to new environments and circumstances? Eleanna's is examining these questions and to find ways we can live our healthiest lives, no matter age or circumstance. In part 2, we talk about the importance of social support and interaction when recovering from a brain injury, Eleanna talks about the commonality of CTE and Alzheimers, she explains and fMRI machine and what their doing at her ATHINA Lab at the University of Michigan.PLEASE SHARE, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE! WHATEVER THOSE OTHER PODCASTS AND YOUTUBE CHANNELS ASK YOU TO DO FOR THEM, DO FOR US TOO!Check us out on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook! @concussiontalk & @lziaksThank you!Subscribe and leave a review!Visit https://www.concussiontalk.com/ for more!Follow and subscribe! @concussiontalk on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook 2014 e-book, Detour: https://leanpub.com/detourFollow Lauren on Instagram @lziaksConcussion Talk Podcast discusses traumatic brain injury (TBI) by featuring interviews with experts (physiotherapists, doctors, researchers, athletes, community leaders, etc.) and people who have experienced TBI first-hand.Chronically dives deeper into concussions and brain injury as I team up with Lauren Ziaks; a DPT, ATC, and wealth of knowledge of chronic health conditions post-concussion. Join us as we interview more experts, spread awareness of brain injury and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Courtney Conley holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine as well as two bachelor's degrees in Kinesiology and Human Biology. The founder and creator of Gait Happens, she has worked with professional athletic teams including the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, San Francisco 49ers, and Minnesota Vikings. Dr. Conley is Head of Patient Care at Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance, premier healthcare destinations renowned for their comprehensive and science-based approach to patient care. Dr. Milica McDowell holds two Bachelor of Science degrees (Exercise Physiology and Health Promotion, (Montana State University), a master's degree (Physical Therapy, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center), and a Doctorate degree (Physical Therapy, Idaho State University). She served as a university faculty member in Human Performance for nearly a decade, has developed numerous medical education curricula and has been an invited speaker on many national stages, including the American Physical Therapy Association and American College of Sports Medicine's conventions. Today on the show we discuss: why the 10,000 step rule is a myth rooted in marketing not science, how walking is a biological necessity that impacts your metabolism brain and mental health, why small “micro walks” can dramatically improve mood confidence and long-term consistency, the truth about fat loss and why walking works when you stack it with better sleep breathing and nutrition, how modern shoes are weakening your feet and what to do instead, and how to build a simple walking routine that actually improves longevity reduces depression and lowers your risk of disease and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is great to share with your doctor or healthcare provider. We explore how medical visits could become more supportive for people living with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS).We focus on listening, trust, and the responsibility clinicians have to support people with chronic illness. And how small changes can lead to more respectful, effective care.Aaron Goodman speaks with Téa Christopoulos, PhD candidate and sessional instructor at the University of Toronto, working across the Faculty of Kinesiology and the Joint Centre for Bioethics. Her research explores narrative medicine and Chronic Invisible Disabilities, examining how lived experience can reshape care to be more ethical, responsive, and truly patient-centered.

Eleanna Varangis is assistant professor of Movement Science in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan, director of the ATHINA lab, and member of the Faculty Council at the Michigan Concussion Center,How does your brain change over your life and adapt to new environments and circumstances? Eleanna's is examining these questions and to find ways we can live our healthiest lives, no matter age or circumstance. In part 1 of our interview Eleanna talks about the importance of exercise/being active as a very important component of concussion recovery and overall brain health. Please tune in next week as we finish our conversation!PLEASE SHARE, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE! WHATEVER THOSE OTHER PODCASTS AND YOUTUBE CHANNELS ASK YOU TO DO FOR THEM, DO FOR US TOO!Check us out on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook! @concussiontalk & @lziaksThank you!Subscribe and leave a review!Visit https://www.concussiontalk.com/ for more!Follow and subscribe! @concussiontalk on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook 2014 e-book, Detour: https://leanpub.com/detourFollow Lauren on Instagram @lziaksConcussion Talk Podcast discusses traumatic brain injury (TBI) by featuring interviews with experts (physiotherapists, doctors, researchers, athletes, community leaders, etc.) and people who have experienced TBI first-hand.Chronically dives deeper into concussions and brain injury as I team up with Lauren Ziaks; a DPT, ATC, and wealth of knowledge of chronic health conditions post-concussion. Join us as we interview more experts, spread awareness of brain injury and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if one subtle collapse in your lower body is quietly driving most of your pain, stiffness, and "mystery" injuries? In this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement, Steven Sashen speaks with Dr. Mike Wasilisin, Founder and CEO of MoveU, who breaks down why most pain and injuries trace back to a few predictable misalignment patterns. After running a sports injury clinic and later selling it to build MoveU, he now teaches movement and alignment methods for everyday people and also teaches in chiropractic and PT education settings. In this episode, Mike explains valgus collapse, hip and spinal compensation, scapular position, and why minimalist footwear and better body awareness can help you move with greater durability and less inflammation. Key Takeaways: → Valgus collapse, where the knee caves inward, contributes to issues ranging from foot pain to knee and hip problems. → Foot position matters, and toes turned outward often reinforce poor knee tracking over time. → Misalignment shifts the load to the arch and soft tissues instead of distributing the force properly. → Hip drop from poor alignment can lead to compensations and increased back stress. → Posture determines stress distribution, with hyperextension loading joints and flattening loading discs.  Dr. Mike Wasilisin's journey in healthcare and fitness began in 2000 at a chiropractic rehab clinic while he was earning a Psychology degree from Kent State, which he completed in 2004. In 2009, he earned his doctorate in chiropractic from Palmer College, specializing in body mechanics, strength training, pain psychology, and soft-tissue therapy using TPI, ART, FMS, and SFMA. From 2009 to 2017, he built a thriving private practice in San Diego and began teaching Kinesiology at California State University while running CaliSpine, a clinic specializing in low-back pain rehabilitation. After a viral quadratus lumborum video reached 4 million views in 2015, he committed to going fully online, frustrated by the limitations of traditional healthcare. That led to the creation of MoveU in 2016, a movement that helps people take control of their bodies through structured programs free from insurance red tape. Now, with over 3 million social media followers and more than 150,000 people having gone through MoveU programs, the impact continues to grow. Featured in Men's Health, CBS, and Live with Mark & Kelly, Dr. Mike's mission is clear—helping people stop treating pain as an emergency and start recognizing it as a lifestyle issue that can be addressed through awareness, movement, and a long-term plan. Connect With Mike: Website: https://moveu.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moveu/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moveu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/moveu Connect with Steven:Xero Shoes: https://xeroshoes.com/ Join the MOVEMENT Movement: https://jointhemovementmovement.com/ X: https://x.com/XeroShoes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xeroshoes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xeroshoes

Preventing Injury, Reframing Pain, and Using Physical Therapy to Avoid Unnecessary Surgery: Dr. Tom Walters is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist, founder of Rehab Science, and author of “Rehab Science: How to Overcome Pain and Heal From Injury,” an illustrated, body-region guide to common orthopedic problems and self-managed therapeutic exercises. Walters emphasizes using PT-style mobility and resistance training preventively to increase tissue capacity, manage load, and avoid overuse injuries, while warning against “no pain, no gain” and excessive volume or weight. He discusses “movement literacy,” hip and glute stabilizers, and how weakness can drive knee and back problems. Dr. Hoffman shares his own hip injury and recovery with targeted strengthening, illustrating that imaging findings often don't dictate function. Walters explains the biopsychosocial model of pain, graded exposure, the limits of RICE and ultrasound, and roles for manual therapy, taping, TENS, shockwave, acupuncture/dry needling, and PRP. They advocate prehab/rehab around surgery and note PT training and career prospects.

4/28/26 (Co-host Amilcar Shabazz) Reparations: a discussion w/ Dr Shabazz. Sci-Tech Café: MHC Prof Kirsten Norstrom w/ UMass Kinesiology Prof Amanda Paluch: keep on walkin'. Gfld City Council Pres Lora Wondolowski: health insurance costs, layoffs? Baystate nurses' strike, a green city. Duke Goldman: Why so few Black coaches in the NFL?

In a 12-week clinical trial at The Ohio State University, every woman with PCOS who completed the intervention experienced a change in her menstrual status. One participant, who had never had a period in her life, began menstruating within a week. Another saw spotting after five years of amenorrhea while taking only a ketone supplement without adopting a ketogenic diet. These are among the earliest controlled findings linking ketogenic interventions directly to reproductive hormone restoration.Dr. Madison Kackley is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology at The Ohio State University and Director of the SHE Is Laboratory. Her work focuses on how hormonal fluctuations shape metabolic flexibility and resilience in women across the lifespan.In this episode, she explains why a single fasting glucose or insulin measurement is misleading without knowing where a woman is in her cycle, how the luteal phase creates a state of increased energy expenditure and insulin resistance that conventional carb-loading advice may worsen, and why perimenopausal women who jump into intermittent fasting and high-intensity exercise without prior fat adaptation can end up in a high-cortisol catabolic spiral. She also introduces the Renew study, which examines ketone supplementation alongside group exercise for postpartum depression, a condition she frames as an energy-availability problem rather than a purely psychological one.Questions Answered in This Episode:What will we look back on in ten years and realize we got fundamentally wrong about women's health?Why are women more susceptible to dementia than men, and what does it have to do with reproductive energy?Why might long-term hormonal birth control contribute to infertility, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes?Why can women in perimenopause feel exhausted and still not be able to sleep?Should weaning be understood as its own distinct hormonal event, separate from postpartum?For clinicians, researchers, and women navigating these transitions, this conversation previews the evidence-based framework that female metabolic health has been waiting for.Special thanks to the sponsors of this episode:✅ Toups and Co – Get 15% off your first order with code METABOLIC here.✅ iRestore – Get a huge discount on the Elite and the Illumina bundle with the code LINK here.✅ MudWtr – Get up to 43% off + free shipping and a free rechargeable frother with code METABOLICLINK here.In every episode of The Metabolic Link, we'll uncover the very latest research on metabolic health and therapy. If you like this episode, please share it, subscribe, follow, and leave us a comment or review on whichever platform you use to tune in!You can find us on all your major podcast players here and full episodes are also up on our Metabolic Health Summit YouTube channel!Find us on social: InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedInPlease keep in mind: The Metabolic Link does not provide medical or health advice, but rather general information that does not serve as a substitute for a licensed healthcare professional. Never delay in seeking medical advice from an appropriately licensed medical provider for any health condition that you may have.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of NATA-Cast, hosts Mollie Pillman, MS, MBA, CAE and Katie Scott, MS, ATC, CAE are joined by Tyler Lesher, DHSc, ATC, CSCS, a private practice performance therapist, Adam Annaccone, EdD, LAT, ATC, CES, PES, a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at The University of Texas at Arlington, and Murphy Grant, LAT, ATC, NASM-PES, chair of the NATA AT Compensation Task Force, for a candid conversation on athletic trainer compensation and professional value.Sparked by concerns around pay, workload and responsibility, the discussion explores why compensation continues to lag and what can be done to address it. The group examines factors such as cost of living, workload demands and the need to better demonstrate the value athletic trainers bring through clearer documentation and communication of ROI.They also take on broader structural questions, including autonomy, reimbursement, employer education, potential title changes and the role of associations versus unions. Throughout the episode, the conversation stays candid and solutions-focused, emphasizing the importance of continued dialogue and engagement across the profession.NATA-Cast is produced by Association Briefings. Follow The National Athletic Trainers' Association on social media!FacebookXInstagramLinkedInHave an idea for an episode or series? Send us an email! thenatacast@nata.org

Dr. Lee and Dr. Kim join me in discussing their recent paper about the use of critical friends in S-STEP.Yongjin Lee is a doctoral student in Kinesiology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. His research focuses on physical education teacher education and self-study methodology.Dr. Youngjoon Kim is an assistant professor in the Department of Kinesiology at California State University Fullerton, with interests in teacher motivation and physical education teacher education.Hyungsik Min is a doctoral student at the Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation at Arizona State University, specializing in student-centered pedagogy.Dr. Wonhee Lee is an assistant professor in the Department of Education at Lindsey Wilson University in Kentucky, with expertise in physical education and teacher preparation and teacher reflection.Full CitationLee, Y., Kim, Y., Min, H., & Lee, W. (2026). How are critical friends utilized? A systematic review of self-study in physical education teacher education. Quest. https://doi.org/10.1080/00336297.2026.2642801

In this episode, I sit down with Brady Hutchins for a conversation about pain, purpose, identity, and the search for what is true. Brady shares the story that changed his life at sixteen, when a devastating accident forced him to grow up far too soon and carry responsibilities no young man should have had to bear. Our conversation explores the heart of his book, which blends memoir with spiritual insight and personal growth. We talk about the difference between chasing approval and living from a deeper sense of truth, what it means to find your True North, and how stillness, solitude, and honest self-examination can shape stronger leadership. Brady also reflects on masculinity, healing, faith, and the inner work required to stop performing for the world and start living in alignment with who you really are. This episode is for anyone who has been asking bigger questions about success, meaning, and purpose, and for those ready to consider that what they have been searching for may have been within them all along. ------------- Brady Hutchins is a coach, writer, and founder of Sentinel, a community for men integrating strength with spirit. What started as fitness coaching evolved into guiding men back to themselves, integrating body, mind, and spirit into one grounded practice. He holds a Kinesiology degree from Cal State Fullerton and has a decade of experience in personal training, body work, and mindset coaching. His deepest education, however, came from lived experience: transmuting pain into purpose, building a business through a pandemic, and discovering that healing the body is just the beginning Brady lives in Southern California, where he continues training, writing, and hosting retreats to help others walk the path between strength and surrender. Follow Brady at: IG: BradyLhutchins  FB: Brady Hutchins Website: Hutchfitcoaching.com ---------- You can purchase his book here.      

Welcome back to Season 9 of the Recovering Perfectionist Podcast!In this episode, Christine chats with Philip A. Croatan, a health scientist, physiologist, and CEO reshaping 21st century whole person healthcare. As Co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Clinical Director of Proprioceptive Solutions, he co-founded the first Movement Hospital in La Jolla, CA, an outpatient healthcare system mirroring the operational scale and revenue diversity of in-patient hospitals, designed to unite rehabilitation, applied science, human performance, nutraceuticals, regenerative medicine, and credentialing within a single interdisciplinary framework to elevate community health status across North America. Philip holds dual Master of Science degrees in Kinesiology, one in Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Corrective Exercise and one in Sports Metabolism, and is a Doctor of Health Sciences candidate formally trained in Osteopathic Principles. His broader research interests explore the relationship between physiology, environmental conditions, and human performance adaptation.JOIN THE INNER CIRCLE:⁠⁠https://dancewellnesscommunity.com/⁠⁠CONNECT WITH PHILIP:www.proprioceptivesolutions.comhttps://www.instagram.com/pcro_4CHRISTINE BAR NOEL:All The Things! ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/christinebarnoel⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/recoveringperfectionistpodcast

Kaleb Canales was named the new head coach for the Weber State men's basketball program on April 3, 2026. Canales comes to Weber State with more than 25 years of coaching experience, including 18 seasons in the NBA. Canales is the 11th head coach in the program's Division I history and arrives in Ogden with nearly two decades of NBA coaching experience. He also spent last season as the associate head coach at Troy, where he helped lead the team to the NCAA Tournament. In his lone season at Troy, Canales helped guide the Trojans to a 22–12 record, capturing both the Sun Belt regular-season and tournament championships, and earning a berth in the NCAA Tournament. A native of Laredo, Texas, Canales began his coaching career in 2001 as a high school assistant coach before moving to the collegiate ranks at UT Arlington for the 2003-04 season, where he helped lead the Mavericks to a Southland Conference title. He then embarked on an 18-year career in the NBA, beginning with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2005 as a video intern. He was promoted to video coordinator, then to assistant coach in 2009. In 2012, he served as the Trail Blazers' interim head coach for 23 games and became the first Hispanic head coach in NBA history. He also served as Portland's head coach in the NBA Summer League. Canales then spent five seasons as an assistant coach with the Dallas Mavericks (2013–18), followed by two years with the New York Knicks and one season with the Indiana Pacers. In 2023, he was named associate head coach of the Texas Legends in the NBA G League. He also served as head coach of the Calgary Surge in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. Canales, 47, has also been an active participant in the NBA's Basketball Without Borders program and has served as associate head coach of the Mexico Men's National Team since 2021. He earned his bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from UT Arlington in 2001 and a master's degree in Sports Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth in 2005. He and his wife Cristi, have a son, Bauer, and a daughter, Sloane.

There's so much contradictory information about hormonal health during the midlife transition. In this episode, Lesley Logan and Brad Crowell break down their favorite takeaways from Bria Gadd, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and host of The Period Whisperer Podcast. They explore why shifting into perimenopause feels like reverse puberty and how years of health debt can suddenly catch up with you. Lesley and Brad share how to stop the downward spiral by mastering the basic pillars that bring back your energy and mental clarity. If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co mailto:beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/#follow-subscribe-free.In this episode you will learn about:Identifying the biological "retirement" process of the ovaries.Defining health debt and its impact on daily energy. Implementing the four core pillars for hormonal stability.Using functional movement to avoid spiking stress hormones.Finding the right specialists for perimenopause and hormone therapy.Episode References/Links:Pilates On Tour® (London, UK) - xxll.co/potOPC Spring Training (Virtual Event) - opc.me/events2027 Mentorship - lesleylogan.co/elevate2027 Cambodia Waitlist - https://beitpod.com/cambodia2027Bria Gadd Website - https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.comThe Period Whisperer Podcast - https://beitpod.com/periodwhispererEp. 418 with Dr. Jan Schroeder - https://beitpod.com/ep418Ep. 419 with Lesley & Brad - https://beitpod.com/ep419Moonbrew - https://rewards.moonbrew.co/LESLEYLOGAN20Submit your wins or questions - https://beitpod.com/questions If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! 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And like, women over 50, because your brain is rewiring so it's like, it never it actually like, where, yes, people's brains stopped developing in their early 20s. The actual reality for female brains is because of perimenopause, our brain has to rewire itself because of how we operate. We don't have the same hormones that we used to. Lesley Logan 0:22  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started. Lesley Logan 1:01  Welcome back to the Be It Till You See It interview recap where my co-host in life, Brad, and I are going to dig into the grounded convo I had with Bria Gadd in our last episode. If you missed that one, you fucked up and or you're brand new. Brad Crowell 1:17  No, or you're not grounded. That's all. You're floating. Lesley Logan 1:19  You're floating. If it sounds like I'm like, on the brink of a sneeze, I am this. My sinuses are kicking. This allergy season is kicking my ass. I'm just gonna say it. And we can't prolong this any longer. We tried. We're here. And if you're looking at this on the internet, I look like I got punched in the face. I understand. So we're going with it. And that's just how it's going to be. Today is April 2nd and it's Autism Acceptance Day. It's really important that you take a look at the different things going on in autism world, because there are some groups who are problematic, and they're autism awareness, and then there's this one, which is autism acceptance day. So I checked in with some of our amazing people in our lives who have children are autistic and they're excited that we're talking about this day. So Autism Acceptance Day, also known as World Autism Day, is observed annually, adopted by the United Nations in 2007. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness and promote acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder. It also presents an opportunity to tear down misconceptions and false notions about the disability. So, about disability, excuse me. Brad Crowell 2:22  Yeah. So I decided to just do a little homework, because we hear about, like, being on the spectrum, you know, and I put that in air quotes, even though I shouldn't have, because it's actually it is spectrum. So, so I did that wrong. But what is being.Lesley Logan 2:36  Joey, you're like, Joey, thank you.Brad Crowell 2:39  Thank you with my air quotes, thank you. Lesley Logan 2:42  You're amazing. Brad Crowell 2:43  Okay, so on the spectrum refers to being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, which is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting communication, social interaction and behavior. It means a person experiences the world differently with a unique, wide range of strengths and challenges, rather than a single linear progression of severity. So it can present itself in many different ways. Lesley Logan 3:10  Oh, just like ADHD presents in different ways. Brad Crowell 3:13  I'm sure, but I think that, like, the most obvious is, like, we've all, you know, if you haven't seen the movie Rain Man, you know, that's one we're seeing. But effectively, that's one way we see it. We also see like that autism can be, like, completely socially debilitating, you know, or.Lesley Logan 3:27  You could be like our neighbor across the street, who. Brad Crowell 3:29  100% functional, has family, definitely autistic. Lesley Logan 3:34  Oh, yeah. He, he holds on to zero emotions. And if they, if he and his wife are listening, hi, wow, it was me. I'm like, have you been married 20 years? If you hold on to no emotions, I understand, but I, I think that what's really important to me for bringing this up is one, we're, because we have more research and more information, it's not that there's more autistic people, it's just that when you test for things, you actually can get more like people get the labels that they need, and because we have information on how to test sooner, this means that people can get the help that they need so that they can have a life that they want to live. Whatever that help is, help can be different for each person, and it's very interesting, because Brad and I are diagnosed with ADHD, and people are thinking, if you're on the internet, it can feel like a trend for people over 40 people died of ADHD. But actually, as a child, growing up, Brad would present it as ADHD. They should diagnose him as it. But girls present differently, but they still have it. So it's not like I got ADHD. I have always had it. I have all the symptoms and signs that women would present. But that's not what was happening in the 90s. And so I just want to say, like, it's, I think it's really important, because there's an asshole in the government who's making up shit about autism and autistic people, and he can fuck himself, because it's actually not helpful, and it's not helpful that people who are autistic, and actually, like, when you diverse, when you create myths around any thing, whether it is the flu or Covid or some sort of diagnosis, it actually causes harm to the people who have it, are it, is it, and it actually means that, like, they don't get the help that they need. And then people get scared about things that are not, should not be fearful.Brad Crowell 5:21  Well, also, you mentioned, you know, ADHD. ADHD and autism are linked like they're, they're definitely, there's definitely an overlap.Lesley Logan 5:30  Oh, well, I'm pretty sure I'm still diagnosed with ADHD.Brad Crowell 5:34  Well, yeah, that's AUDHD, AUDHD, instead of just ADHD.Lesley Logan 5:38  If you look up AUDHD, I have, like, check, check, check, check, and it's like, how, now I understand, you guys, now I understand why I didn't feel like I belonged. I'm just gonna tell you right now, like, I can now understand why I felt like a person who just, like, didn't fit in, just trying to, like, watch what people are doing, so then I could be like, those people. Like that is just talk about why I'm an ambivert, you know. But I think I just want to say like, because we've had more information now it shouldn't be a scary thing to have someone in your life who is autistic. It shouldn't be like, Oh, I'm so bummed out. It's actually like, isn't it great that we can have information so that we can help people in the way they need to be helped, whether you're neurotypical or neurodivergent, we all have different needs, and then you can advocate for yourself. Our neighbor, he only got diagnosed as autistic recently because he's like, I just want to know about myself more. And I'm like, well, it allows you to advocate for yourself more. Brad Crowell 6:03  He's in his 40s. Lesley Logan 6:08  Yeah, but it just allows you to, his his daughter's autistic, and she presents very much differently. And it just allows you to be like, hey, when people like, Oh, you're really rude there, it's like, okay, I'm not trying to be rude. This is like, so I just think it really helps people. It's like, that's like, taking any kind of personality test. It just lets you know more about yourself. So I just want to say that, because so I just want to say that, because I got furious. They're talking about not taking fucking Tylenol or something like that, and it's like, please, pregnant mommas, you don't want a fever when you're pregnant, and that's one of the safest things you can take and so it just I, I'm not an expert on this. I have an email of an expert and advocate for autism, and so I'm hoping to get them on the podcast, because I'd like to make sure I'm talking sure I'm talking about this in the correct way, and hopefully I didn't say any words incorrectly. It was without intention, if that happened, because I do think that like there's just a weird thing going on that makes me feel like people are are being treated in a way that's not acceptable.Brad Crowell 7:17  Well there's just one more way to (inaudible) people, ignorance. Lesley Logan 7:18  Yes and just creates fear. Anyways, we love you. Brad Crowell 7:22  Well, moving on. Here's what we got coming up, because today is April 2nd. We are about to head over to London, and we're going to be at the POT in London. Lesley is going to be teaching. I'm going to be hanging out at the booth. So come say hi if you are. Lesley Logan 7:40  They're celebrating 50 years of Balanced Body, and there's going to be a big party. So if there's any tickets left, you should get them. I know that they had a few tickets left for Sunday. So come, come, come, come.Brad Crowell 7:43  Yeah, come join us. It's, I think, this upcoming weekend, when you're finally listening to this, or no, it's like, in 10 days or something. Lesley Logan 7:50  It's not this Sunday, it's the next one so, xxll.co/pot and then we're gonna come home and we're gonna do spring training.Brad Crowell 7:58  Spring training, OPC, spring training. So come join us. It's going to be a lot of fun this year, we're doing.Lesley Logan 8:05  It's just like getting your butt upside down, like, it's all the overhead stuff. And I've seen all the different teachers classes. And so if you. Brad Crowell 8:11  I was gonna say inversions. Lesley Logan 8:13  Inversions, like, inversions, yes, it's, I guess you don't say that. Brad Crowell 8:16  You're not doing, like, handstands and stuff, but. Lesley Logan 8:18  No, but we're, we're gonna talk about, we're gonna each teacher is going on with that theme. And so we have some we have like, one class which is like, no inversions. We have one like, yes, no, maybe so. So no matter where you are in your practice, there is going to be information for you. And basically, our goal is to take away the fear that many people have of getting hurt or hurting their necks, and actually understanding what connections you need to do any of the upside down exercises. Do you want to go to opc.me/events to be on the wait list, you don't miss out on the early bird. OPC members. It is a free for you. Watch your inbox so you can see how to sign up, because you'll get it free, but we're going to let you sign up for it. We're not going to force it down your throat. And then, just actually a quick note here, five in my mentorship program for comprehensively trained teachers as of the time of recording this, there's five spots left as the time you're hearing this. I have no idea recording early because we're going to be in Europe, but there's five spots left. So if you are a comprehensively trained teacher who is feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, confused, lacking confidence, or just not able to have your own personal practice with Pilates and on behalf of some and you're unsure this program is for you, you're gonna go to lesleylogan.co/elevate lesleylogan.co/elevate.Brad Crowell 9:28  I also just wanted to say big shout out to our team for helping us prepare for the Cambodia offer that happened in January. If you were thinking about coming to Cambodia, it is sold out. So we love you. We would love to have you come join us. We have already listed the dates for 2027 so get yourself on the waitlist there, so that you are the first to know when things are happening. We're more open in the doors for 2027. Dates are on the website right now. And you can kind of pin that into your calendar so you don't accidentally schedule something else. We would love to have you come join us, but I'm really proud of our team for all the effort that they did, you know, making sure everything went smoothly. And we're really fired up for this year's trip. It's going to be fantastic. Great job, team. Brad Crowell 10:17  All right, before we get going, we had a question from Sofie Peere. She said, Hey, I have a question, for the Sunday live on YouTube. My hamstrings are very short and stiff, and I do not have a lot of strength in them. I would love to stretch and strengthen them more. But to help my practice, I know I can do the ballet stretches on the ladder barrel. But what would you recommend? What kind of other exercises would you recommend that I could work on for this. Lesley Logan 10:42  Yeah. So we actually did a whole YouTube, YouTube video about flexibility and stretching. And the truth is, is that just like hanging out over your leg and stretching out like you remember when you were in PE just put your leg up on a bench, and you're just like leaning over, that's more of a passive stretching. And yes, you do feel more flexible after that. But as far as creating flexibility that lasts a long time, you want more of an active, dynamic stretch or active static. And so what you want to do is think about your single straight leg stretch on the mat. I want you pushing your leg into your arms. Most people are just pulling on their leg, versus, like, actually pushing the leg into their hands. And that's gonna be a great one on the mat. Also how you're doing your roll up and your spine stretch forward. You want to dig your heels down to activate those muscles on the back of your leg, and then round forward over them. Most people are actually just stretching their back, and they're not really stretching their hamstrings. The other thing I would say on the Reformer is your tree, same thing you're pulling on that leg with your arms, that you should be pushing that leg into your hands. It's gonna be super helpful. And then when you're looking at your elephant, are you really actually reaching your heels down? Are you just pushing your knees back so without seeing you? Sophie, some people have some hypermobility in the joints and tightness in the muscles, and so you just be making sure. Are you straighten your leg from, you know, like your leg or are you actually just pushing your knee back? But anytime you're actually stretching your hamstrings. If you activate them and stretch them, it's going to create the flexibility you're looking at, you're looking for, and it just is going to take a lot longer than you think. Brad Crowell 12:14  Takes time. It takes time, but great question. Keep those questions coming. If you have a question for the pod, text us at 310-905-5534, or submit it to beitpod.com/questions where you can also leave a win. So questions or a win, go to beitpod.com/questions. Stick around. We'll be right back. We're going to start talking about Bria Gadd. Brad Crowell 12:32  Okay, let's talk about Bria Gadd. Bria is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner, often known as the period whisperer, and that one does go in air quotes, and her work centers on female hormonal health during midlife and perimenopause. She helps women make sense of hormonal changes so they can regain energy, feel clear in their bodies, and stop feeling like everything is suddenly broken. She's also the host of The Period Whisperer Podcast, where she breaks down the complex hormonal topics in a way that's practical, grounded and actually usable. So what would you what like do you remember this conversation intimately and like all the things I was listening to, it going, what am I about to listen to? Okay.Lesley Logan 13:11  Yeah, I know. Well, I'm just gonna make, keep bringing perimenopause experts on here so that you can understand why the hell you should not make noise sometimes, but you can make noise other times. Brad Crowell 13:21  Make noise? Lesley Logan 13:21  Yeah, like, sometimes you make tons of noise at night, and I hear nothing. Brad Crowell 13:30  At night. Lesley Logan 13:33  Yes. And then sometimes you make a little bit of noise, and I come marching down the hall. Brad Crowell 13:41  Let me type in my computer. What are we talking about here? Lesley Logan 13:41  Well, we're talking about perimenopause. Okay, so Bria is she is a period whisper, but she, like, really focuses on, like, kind of helping you understand the changes that are going on in your body as you get older. Because, as we talked about, perimenopause is like reverse puberty. And I think that's a really interesting way of thinking about it. Brad Crowell 13:41  Great way to think about it. Lesley Logan 13:48  Yeah. And also, by the way, ladies, there's like, so much information that, like, after 50, our brain is, like, even better than it ever was and like, women over 50, because your brain is rewiring so it's like, it never it actually like, where, yes, people's brains stopped developing in their early 20s. The actual reality for female brains is because of perimenopause, our brain has to rewire itself because of how we operate, we don't have the same hormones that we used to and so so just in case you didn't know, perimenopause is like the gradual retirement of the ovaries, which places a significant additional workload on the body's other systems, and it's a major biological transition that demands more energy without providing more in return, which means you need to have, even to have a lot extra energy than you used to have, and then you get, you get shit in return.Brad Crowell 14:31  Oh, crazy. Okay, a gradual retiring of the ovaries. Yeah, I've never heard it described that way, and it makes a lot of sense.Lesley Logan 14:37  I really like that well, because you just so, you know, I mean, we've had other Peri menopause experts on the show, but you can be in perimenopause for average of 10 years. Brad, because it could take a long time.Brad Crowell 14:47  Well, sure. So, because, like, you know that what, what I've heard, more than anything else, is that there's a biological clock to have a kid. What does that actually mean? In practicality, that means something is go, is intentionally no longer going to function. So that is the gradual retiring of the ovaries.Lesley Logan 15:03  Did you know you could actually get pregnant during perimenopause, because your ovaries are still working, they're just gradually retiring. So you could do that.Brad Crowell 15:10  I mean, I guess that makes sense. I have certainly heard people getting pregnant in their 40s, you know? Even 30.Lesley Logan 15:15  So presumably, yeah, presumably after 37 you're in perimenopause. But the goal, and here's the thing, with great doctors, you can actually be in perimenopause, you can actually keep your period for a long time. There are women in their 60s who still get it and. Brad Crowell 15:18  Is that a goal? Lesley Logan 15:20  Well, actually, there's a lot of information that the longer you have your period, the better it is for brain and heart and a lot of different stuff. Because we've had Dr Jill something on the pod, sort of the nest sloschenberg Slash, and something she talks about like, as soon like within two years after once you once you hit the one year mark without having a period, which means so technically, you're no longer in perimenopause. You're just post menopause, or menopausal when it's been 12 months since your last period. So you went 12 months with no periods, and you are done. Your ovaries don't work. You're you're cooked. And within two years of that, a lot of women see that they have the same heart issues that men have. And so yeah, I would like to keep my period as long as possible. Keeps your brain good. Get your heart good. It's a great way to get rid of like waste and plastics that are in the body. Brad Crowell 16:16  Ah. Dr. Jan Schroeder. Lesley Logan 16:19  Oh. Schroeder, I was so close. I was really close. Brad Crowell 16:22  Dr. Jan Schroeder, Episode 418, and 419 for the recap. And yes, she's a professor and past chair of the Department of Kinesiology at Long Beach State University. Good memory. Dr. Jan Schroeder.Lesley Logan 16:35  Anyways, look, here's the deal. Perimenopause feels like a burden, but it's like the gift we didn't know we needed. Because, ladies, there's actually a ton of different research of like, that they're, now that they're actually researching women, not that the US is, they killed that one. But there are other people researching it, because you want to know what, like, a billion women are going through perimenopause at the same time, and people like, oh, we can make money off of this if we just research it. So there's a lot of information out there, and I think it's important to get to know it and not be so frustrated by it, because when you know what you're going through and what your symptoms are, they're different than other people. There is help out there, you know? And I, I've been, I've been literally raising my hand for all the help. I'm like, I'll take that one. Yes, I'll do that one. Because you know what, we have this one life to live. Feel good. What did you love?Brad Crowell 17:19  Yeah, I mean, you do hopefully have one, one life to live, and I agree we should feel good. Okay, so we've heard of sleep debt, right? So I thought it was interesting that Bria was talking about health debt, right? And she explained that health debt is when the energy you supply your body no longer meets the energy demand of your body, right? So energy supply equals sleep, nutrition, joy and purpose. And I'm going to repeat that. Energy supply equals sleep, nutrition, joy and purpose, joy and purpose, right? So really intriguing to me that like, your energy supply has so much to do with like, happiness and like, focus on something that keeps us going, in addition to physical like sleep and the and the food that we're eating, the nutrition, right? So she said that women often run a deficit for years before the symptoms actually show up, and when they do show up, probably like we're trying to put a band aid on something that is like years in coming. But perimenopause actually makes that health debt impossible to ignore, because it exacerbates everything, right?Lesley Logan 18:26  I couldn't agree more. I mean, like, I think the reason why I didn't think I had ADHD is because I had all these different things that I was doing to, like, live in the world, and then because of perimenopause, it's like, it exacerbated the issue, which is like, as an ADHD person, I don't have a stimulant, as perimenopause, my estrogen levels are going lower, which means I'm now doubly low. And so just like shows like, oh, this is why you can't focus. Hello. You never were but now you really can't. I actually want to highlight that you said that twice. Sleep, nutrition, joy, purpose. There was one, this one nutritionist who did a retreat with me back in Ojai, and she talked about how sometimes people will eat, like, candy, sugar, chocolate, because they actually didn't play or have joy in their day, and so they're trying to fulfill this need with food, versus, like, going on a swing or, you know, playing a game, or laughing out loud like something else that's that has to do with joy and purpose. You know?Brad Crowell 19:24  Yeah, I just thought it was great. I think that we easily can forget that being happy, being positive joy, it really does shift our outlook, our mind and then ultimately, our body. Wow.Lesley Logan 19:42  I also just highlight, like, we are human beings. And so many people are doing the human doing thing, you know? And so, like, especially in perimenopause, or even just like, when you're going through your cycle, it really does force you to go, oh, I should take care of myself right now. Like, the week before my period, I have to, like, slow down and do less, because otherwise I'm a bitch, and that's okay if I just do less. I'm not I'm a less of a bitch.Brad Crowell 20:07  Well, that's a great note to wrap that up. Stick around. We'll be right back. We're gonna get into those, Be It Action Items that we had with Bria Gadd, The Period Whisperer. Brad Crowell 20:22  All right. Finally, welcome back. Let's dig into those Be It Action Items we were just talking about. What bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted action items can we take away from your convo with Bria? She said, here's how you get out of health debt. We have to start with the basics, okay? So what are the basics? She talked about the four core pillars that we actually need in place. So I'm going to just review those four things. Sleep. Here's what we do about sleep, hold an actual space for sleep. She said, aim for about eight hours and keep bedtimes and wake up times consistent. So get on a routine. Even 80% of the time being consistent will make a difference for you. So but I like this idea of holding a space for sleep. Lesley and I often talk about sleep being a rock in our schedule, meaning that it has to be scheduled first, right? It can't just be like, Oops, I got, you know, I'm accidentally getting some sleep now, you have to actually be planning ahead. Nutrition. She said, eat with consistency. Have your first meal within two hours of waking then eat every four to five hours. Your meal should actually keep you full and provide more energy than they take away. So your meals should actually provide you energy so that there's some nutrition stuff there that will you have to dig into, but they should be providing you energy. Movement. Prioritize functional movement, like walking, yoga and Pilates. Using intense exercise for energy is like using a credit card for energy you don't actually have, right? It's like using a credit card for energy you don't actually have. So she's saying functional movement, not necessarily intense movement, right?Lesley Logan 21:51  Correcrt because intense movement is actually going to spike your cortisol. And if you do it the wrong time of the day, or if you've already had a high cortisol day, you're actually causing yourself more harm than good. I would say if you're especially if you're over 40. This is coming from someone who loves to work out and loves to lift weights. I have to be very intentional, otherwise I fuck up my sleep.Brad Crowell 22:15  Yeah, so and then she said joy and stress management. Joy is one of the biggest energy currency, currencies that we have for our body and you need it daily to really stress and create space for it, and to tie this to what I was saying before the break, purpose can really help you find that joy when you have a purpose, whether that is donating your time at the SPCA, or having a job you really love, or, you know, whatever it might be, kids, family, job, like, like, life, art, travel, music, whatever it is, when you have purpose behind you, it will help you find that joy even more.Lesley Logan 22:53  Yeah, yeah. I agree. I agree with all that stuff. Brad Crowell 22:55  Yeah. What about you? Lesley Logan 22:56  You have to slow down and be still. This is something very hard for me to do. Brad Crowell 23:00  Well, it definitely fits with scheduling time for sleep. Lesley Logan 23:03  Yes, oh, you know what I do. Here's the thing. This is actually, since I talked to Bria Gadd, my girlfriend's turned me on to this thing. We probably heard ads for it. But I drink that Moon Brew and they have an extra one. They have one that's like an extra sleep one. So you can also look at that, but like, I drink that Moon Brew and it's a nice little nighttime routine. It like, lets my brain know, like, Hey, we're getting ready for sleep, you know. And it's got all this good stuff, the healthy sleep. I highly recommend it. You go to moonbrew.co/lesleylogan20 and then you can use Lesley Logan 20 to save, but anyways, I love that. I love. Brad Crowell 23:34  We'll put that link in the show notes. Lesley Logan 23:36  Yeah, I think it's really difficult. My busy body, ladies, we have to slow down to be still. But like, even if you just, like, have a moment where you just go sit in your yard, or sit on your porch and sip your coffee, or you in the morning, ideally, or you sip your mood, like, just sit still for a second. Like, amazing ideas come to you. And it really does not just, like, get you answers about what you're looking for, which you want to do next, or what that purpose could be, but it helps. It helps get the brain ready for what's next. So I like that. Start with foundation. So do the basics instead of skipping ahead. If you can't do the basics, that's your sign to move to step three, which is ask for help. So if you can't do basics, if you're someone who likes to be like, I'm advanced, I'm an advanced practitioner. A lot of those people come to Pilates, they don't want to be getting beginner classic, like, I'm an advanced mover. And it's like I did a Pilates class and it was too easy. So I'm advanced. It's like, ask for help. So I have been asking for tons of help this year, and it's only March 1st, the day we're recording this. You're here in this April 2nd. But like, I have been to like, 17 docs appointments already, but I have been asking for help because you want to know what some things aren't working anymore. Things that used to work have stopped working. And so it's like, instead of just suffering in silence, you can ask for help. You could ask for Bria Gadd's help. You can ask for your doctor's help. Like, stop trying to pretend like you know everything, you know? And also, yes, I love asking the internet for stuff, but oh my god, you could easily end up in a Maha fucking algorithm. So you got to be mindful, because, remember, studying Women's Health is a very new thing, and so there's a lot of misinformation out there. It's better to talk to people who actually do study it and do work with people who are going through with what you're going through so, you know, I had to switch gynecologists in the last six months because I wanted to get hormone therapy from them, and so I switched to someone who specializes in that. Loved my gynecologist I had before, she's amazing, sent a ton of people to her, but because I'm now on the hormone track, I switched to someone who specialized in that, and that is been so helpful. The last two appointments, I'm like, this is bothering me. She's like, let's try this thing. And I'm like, Oh my God, is it that it's that easy? And if it's not that easy, you have the wrong person in your corner, that's what I have to say. So Bria Gadd, thanks for being The Period Whisperer, thanks for all your amazing advice. Brad Crowell 25:45  Yeah. Lesley Logan 25:46  I'm Lesley Logan. Brad Crowell 25:47  I'm Brad Crowell. Lesley Logan 25:48  You're amazing. Thanks for listening to definitely a terrible sounding voice of mine. I'm sure it's annoying you. Appreciate you so much. Thanks to all of you who've left a review, shared an episode with a friend, and if you haven't, share one of your favorite episodes with anybody you love. Until next time, Be It Till You See It.Brad Crowell 26:04  Bye for now. Lesley Logan 26:05  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. If you want to leave us a message or a question that we might read on another episode, you can text us at +1-310-905-5534 or send a DM on Instagram @BeItPod.Brad Crowell 26:48  It's written, filmed, and recorded by your host, Lesley Logan, and me, Brad Crowell.Lesley Logan 26:53  It is transcribed, produced and edited by the epic team at Disenyo.co.Brad Crowell 26:57  Our theme music is by Ali at Apex Production Music and our branding by designer and artist, Gianfranco Cioffi.Lesley Logan 27:04  Special thanks to Melissa Solomon for creating our visuals.Brad Crowell 27:07  Also to Angelina Herico for adding all of our content to our website. And finally to Meridith Root for keeping us all on point and on time.Brad Crowell 27:20  Stick around. We'll be right back, we're going to start talking about Bria Gadd.Lesley Logan 27:27  I'm here. I'm trying to breathe through a sneeze.Brad Crowell 27:34  All right. Catch the blooper reels. They're funny. Okay, let's talk about Bria Gadd.Lesley Logan 27:56  Okay, it's just that that light is like causing me to sneeze I think.Brad Crowell 28:01  Okay, so we're talking about, we are we are awkwardly talking about Brad making noise, because you gave no context. So making noise. Lesley Logan 28:09  Well, you know you should just know these things. Brad Crowell 28:11  Right. Okay, well, no one else knows these things.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if the reason you cannot sleep, cannot relax, and cannot seem to get unstuck in midlife has nothing to do with your hormones, your diet, or your effort... and everything to do with the four walls around you? This conversation with Marie Diamond stopped me in my tracks. Marie is one of the world's most recognized feng shui masters, a featured teacher in The Secret, and someone who has spent decades helping people understand how their physical environments are quietly shaping their subconscious minds, their brain waves, their stress levels, and their ability to attract health, love, and abundance. And no, this is not woo. There are actual studies. Brain wave testing. Research out of the University of Beijing. Kinesiology measurements. The science is catching up to what Marie has been teaching for decades. We get into the specific feng shui mistakes most midlife women are making in their bedrooms (one of them might be why your passion and sleep quality have both quietly disappeared). We talk about why walking through your garage every morning is setting you up for a certain kind of day, what the scattered coins in your car are saying about your relationship with money, and why that picture hanging in your relationship corner might be telling a story you never meant to tell. Marie also walks us through her personal energy number system, something I tried live on this episode for myself, and it explained something about my connection to water and where I thrive that I had felt my whole life but never had language for. Whether you have always been curious about feng shui or you think it sounds a little out there, I promise this conversation will leave you looking at your home completely differently. And probably moving some furniture tonight.   Episode Links:  Your Home Is a Vision Board Book https://amzn.to/4sJ7PeL  Free Marie Diamond App https://www.mariediamond.com/app  Learn More About Marie Diamond Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/mariediamondofficial Website ➜  https://www.mariediamond.com/app   Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com   Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.  Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.

In this episode, Dr. Margie Davenport, a leading expert in exercise during pregnancy and postpartum, dismantles long-held myths about training before, during, and after pregnancy. Dr. Davenport explains the significant physiological changes that occur during pregnancy and how they affect exercise safety and guidelines. And she dives into the evidence to support high-intensity training, and practical insights for both pregnant athletes and healthcare providers.Key takeaways:Pregnancy is not a period of fragility, but one of profound physiological changes that enhance resilience.The 2019 Canadian guidelines established that exercising during pregnancy reduces labor complications by 40%.Women can start new exercise routines during pregnancy, regardless of prior activity levels.High-intensity training and heavy lifting can be safe for well-conditioned pregnant athletes.The postpartum period requires individualized approaches, with no set timelines for returning to exercise.Dr. Margie Davenport is a Professor of Kinesiology at the University of Alberta and the Director of the Program for Pregnancy and Postpartum Health. She has been instrumental in shaping Canada's exercise guidelines for pregnancy and postpartum, collaborating with organizations like FIFA and Sport Canada.Episode links and resources:Dr. Margie Davenport on Instagram Exercise and PregnancyJoin us at Feisty Fest - September 18-20th, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/Sign up to Receive The Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter:https://feisty.co/newsletters/feisty-womens-performance/Follow us on Instagram:@feisty_womens_performanceVisit the Feisty website at https://feisty.co/ for info on all of our events and podcastsSupport our Partners:Eternal: Get 15% off services with code FEISTY15 at https://eternal.co/ Hettas: Use code STAYFEISTY for 20% off at https://hettas.com/ Momentous: Head to https://www.livemomentous.com/ and use promo code PERFORMANCE for up to 35% off your first orderWahoo: Learn more about Wahoo Fitness Products at: Wahoo: Learn more at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr

This week's guest would like to apologize. Like many of us before perimenopause hit, Shawna Norton admits she used to quietly doubt—even judge—women who said their bodies changed overnight despite doing nothing differently. Then it happened to her. Now she gets it. And she's genuinely sorry. In this wide-ranging, sometimes raucous, and brutally honest conversation, we dig into her own experience with rapid weight gain, joint pain, brain fog, and the unsettling feeling of living in a body that suddenly feels unfamiliar. We talk cortisol, stress resilience, inflammation, blood sugar management, the complexities of HRT, sleep strategies, and the emotional whiplash of navigating so many unknowns at once. Most of all, we talk about validation—because sometimes the most powerful thing you can hear in this chaotic time of life is: you're not alone.Shawna Norton, M.S., is a kinesiology specialist, strength coach, and nutrition coach dedicated to helping women build resilient, high-performing bodies. She holds a Master of Science in Kinesiology and is a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer as well as a Level 1 Certified Nutrition Coach through Precision Nutrition. Shawna is the founder of Competitive Female Training, a women-only coaching program where she guides athletes in fueling their training, optimizing performance, and focusing on what their bodies can do. She also coaches with Deep End Fitness, integrating stress-resilience and breath-driven performance strategies into athletic development. Learn more about her work at competitivefemaletraining.comResourceswww.precisionnutrition.com/nutrition-calculatorSign up for our FREE Feisty 40+ newsletter: https://feisty.co/feisty-40/Learn More about our 2026 Feisty Events, including Bike Camps and Cycling Trips: https://feisty.co/events/Follow Us on Instagram:Feisty Menopause: @feistymenopauseHit Play Not Pause Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/807943973376099Support our Partners: Eternal - Get 15% off their services with code FEISTY15 at https://eternal.coMidi Health: You Deserve to Feel Great. Book your virtual visit today at https://www.joinmidi.com/Hettas: Use code STAYFEISTY for 20% off at https://hettas.com/ Previnex: Get 15% off your first order with code HITPLAY at https://www.previnex.com/ Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr

Dr Jean Côté is a Professor in the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies at Queen's University, Canada. His research interests include children in sport, coaching, youth development, and sport expertise. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Society for Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology (SCAPPS) and the International Society of Sport Psychology (ISSP), and has published over 200 peer-reviewed papers and 70 book chapters. He frequently presents his research for sporting governing bodies and at academic conferences, delivering 66 keynote addresses at major national and international events. This is his third time as a guest on this podcast, as his research into youth sports, "deliberate play," transformational coaching and more is foundational to the work we do with Changing the Game Project. Today, Jean and John discuss their recent trip together to the International Ice Hockey Federation Conference in Nice, France, and Jean's new research into what promotes continuing interest in sport. Connect with Dr. Cote: jc46@queensu.ca  BOOK A SPEAKER: Interested in having John or one of our speaking team come to your school, club or coaching event? We are still booking Summer and Fall 2026 events, please email us to set up an introductory call John@ChangingTheGameProject.com PUT IN YOUR BULK BOOK ORDERS FOR OUR BESTSELLING BOOKS, AND JOIN 2025 CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS FROM SYRACUSE MENS LAX, UNC AND NAVY WOMENS LAX, AND MCLAREN F1! These are just the most recent championship teams using THE CHAMPION TEAMMATE book with their athletes and support teams. Many of these coaches are also getting THE CHAMPION SPORTS PARENT so their team parents can be part of a successful culture. Schools and clubs are using EVERY MOMENT MATTERS for staff development and book clubs. Are you?  We have been fulfilling numerous bulk orders for some of the top high school and collegiate sports programs in the country, will your team be next? Click here to visit John's author page on Amazon Click here to visit Jerry's author page on Amazon Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books on any of our books. Thanks everyone. This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a new software platform for youth sports clubs.  Yeah, there are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams. Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG. BECOME A PREMIUM MEMBER OF CHANGING THE GAME PROJECT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST If you or your club/school is looking for all of our best content, from online courses to blog posts to interviews organized for coaches, parents and athletes, then become a premium member of Changing the Game Project today. For over a decade we have been creating materials to help change the game. and it has become a bit overwhelming to find old podcasts, blog posts and more. Now, we have organized it all for you, with areas for coaches, parents and even athletes to find materials to help compete better, and put some more play back in playing ball. Clubs please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com for pricing.  Become a Podcast Champion! This weeks podcast is also sponsored by our Patreon Podcast Champions. Help Support the Podcast and get FREE access to our Premium Membership, with well over $1000 of courses and materials. If you love the podcast, we would love for you to become a Podcast Champion, (https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions) for as little as a cup of coffee per month (OK, its a Venti Mocha), to help us up the ante and provide even better interviews, better sound, and an overall enhanced experience. Plus, as a $10 per month Podcast Super-Champion, you will be granted a Premium Changing the Game Project Membership, where you will have access to every course, interview and blog post we have created organized by topic from coaches to parents to athletes. Thank you for all your support these past eight years, and a special big thank you to all of you who become part of our inner circle, our patrons, who will enable us to take our podcast to the next level. https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions

Brent Edwards is a professor of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. He's an expert on how mechanical load affects the body and influences musculoskeletal health and injury risk. Learn how to build injury resiliency here with my best advice! In addition to running experiments in the lab, he's also working with the smart shoe company Avelo to help them figure out how to keep runners healthy. His expertise ensures Avelo's impact metrics reflect what is really happening with your stride so you can learn from it and train smarter. You can preorder a pair of smart running shoes here. In this conversation, we discuss: How Brent thinks about impact Examples of repetitive stress Whether soft surfaces actually reduce impact forces How we can learn from Brent's research to stay healthier If you have any questions, Professor Edwards has made his email available! Contact him at wbedward@ucalgary.ca Thank you 2Before! We are supported by 2Before, a powerful sports supplement made from New Zealand Blackcurrant berries designed to increase endurance, manage inflammation, support immunity, and promote adaptation. 2Before helps to boost performance by increasing blood flow, making it more efficient for the body to pump oxygenated nutrient-rich blood into the muscles. Just like beetroot powder but more effective, 2before uses the powerful vasodilation benefits of blackcurrant berries to prime you for hard work. If you're getting ready for a big workout or race, their caffeinated version is a must try! You'll get the oxygen boosting benefits of blackcurrants, plus the performance benefits of caffeine. Personally, it makes me feel unstoppable before hard sessions. So, if you want to try to boost your performance and immune system, use code JASON for 30% off 20 packs and multi-serve packs at 2Before.com. Thank you to 2Before for supporting Strength Running! Thank you Previnex! Get yourself 15% off your first purchase with code jason15 here. Previnex is a unique supplement company - one that I trust because they do things differently when they don't have to. Their products use clinically proven ingredients, are tested before and after formulation, and they donate vitamins to needy kids. Maybe more importantly, their products do what they say they're going to do. Listen to this feedback about Joint Health Plus! "My ankle and knee pain was completely gone in a week. Amazing!" - Kim "I thought I was on the verge of having to give up running due to severe hip pain and luckily discovered Previnex - complete game changer for me!" - Anna "I am so grateful for Joint Health Plus! As a certified fitness professional and still an extremely active, competitive amateur athlete, I was getting discouraged with an increase in pain simply kneeling down, or bending down to the floor and getting back up while assisting clients, or in my own training! Once deciding to give this product a try, I was floored when I finally noticed I was not bracing in anticipation of pain when I had to kneel down; not whincing in discomfort upon standing! Thank you, Prevenix!" - Jessica Joint Health Plus is so powerful because the main active ingredient is clinically proven to reduce joint pain, reduce joint stiffness, and improve joint flexibility in just 7-10 days. It's also clinically proven, not just tested, but actually proven in double-blinded, placebo- controlled studies to protect joint cartilage from breaking down during exercise. You can get 15% off your first Previnex purchase by using code jason15 at checkout. Visit previnex.com. Previnex offers a 30-day money back guarantee where if you don't feel benefits on their product you get your money back no questions asked. And keep sending in those testimonials. They fire me up!

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Courtney Conley, world renowned foot expert and author of Walk: Rediscover the Most Natural Way to Boost Your Health and Longevity One Step at a Time, about why walking is not exercise—it’s a physiological necessity. Dr. Courtney makes the bold case that walking speed should be the sixth vital sign. Research shows that a slower walking pace can be predictive of things like dementia and increased cancer risk, and that simply adding 500 steps to a 2,500-step baseline can reduce all-cause mortality by 7%. We also challenge the 10,000-step myth and explain why living in the 5,000–8,500 step range delivers powerful benefits—especially when you sprinkle in five-minute “movement snacks” and intentional faster walking. We go deep into foot strength and modern footwear, including why one in three people over age 45 has foot pain, how constant cushioning can weaken the foot, and why pronation is mandatory for a healthy gait. Dr. Courtney explains her “24-hour shoe clock” concept—there’s a time and a place for everything, but the goal is trending toward barefoot functionality so the foot can do what it was designed to do. It’s a practical, motivating conversation about strengthening your feet, improving your walking speed, and reclaiming this fundamental human movement that impacts every system in your body. Dr. Courtney Conley holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine and bachelor’s degrees in Kinesiology and Human Biology. She is the founder and creator of Gait Happens and has worked with professional athletic organizations including the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, San Francisco 49ers, and Minnesota Vikings. Dr. Conley serves as Head of Patient Care at Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance, premier healthcare destinations known for their comprehensive, science-based approach to patient care. TIMESTAMPS: Our survival as a species has hinged on one key factor: movement. (Dr. Conley) [01:17] Why are we treating the foot so much differently than we're treating the rest of the human body? [07:07] Gait Happens is an online educational company. [10:48] The super cushioned shoes can improve performance because it allows your foot to not have to do the work that it is designed to do. But you need to get your feet stronger. [14:32] One out of three people over the age of 45 have foot pain. [18:39] Walking should be integrated throughout the day. [24:10] On the bottom of the foot, we have many sensory receptors. When we put cushioned shoes on, we compromise some important sensory information. [27:09] The speed of one's gait can be predictive of longevity. [28:43] When the heel hits the ground, it starts the cascade of the foot unlocking or pronation. That is a mandatory thing that has to happen. [34:46] The 10,000 steps we have heard so much about is kind of a myth. [39:36] Walking is all about rotation. You are nourishing your joints. You’re loading your spine and bones. Your muscles are active and your nervous system is engaged. [46:28] There is a difference between ambient walking and intentional walking. [47:40] In her clinic, the most common things she sees are heel pain and big toe pain. [49:18] Many folks in the running population who are heavy users of the elevated cushion shoes visit her clinic to learn ways to strengthen their feet. [53:17] What exercises and strengthening can people learn from your book? [54:38] Your shoe should respect the anatomy of the foot. The widest part of your foot should be the toes. [58:44] LINKS: Brad Kearns.com BradNutrition.com - 20% OFF Your First Order! B.rad Superdrink – Hydrates 28% Faster than Water—Creatine-Charged Hydration for Next-Level Power, Focus, and Recovery B.rad Whey Protein Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! 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