Fitnesstraining Podcasts

What is the connection between what we eat and how we feel? Join me for a conversation about the connection between our diet and our mental health with Dr. Uma Naidoo, a Harvard trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutritional biologist and author of “This is Your Brain on Food.” Enjoy the show, and get all the resources and lin…

Today I’m talking to Amy Morin, renowned psychotherapist and international bestselling author of “13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do,” a book that has been translated into over 40 languages, and gives practical advice to help you train your brain for happiness and success. As a huge fan of her work, I’m delving into some of my favorite lesso…

My doctor and friend Dr. Jill Carnahan is back to talk to us about the most important lab tests you should get for your health from a functional medicine doctor's perspective, the aftereffects of COVID on women in peri and post menopause, PLUS, we're talking about the best way to test your hormones to see where your levels are at and the different …

Join me and Dr. Izabella Wentz, bestselling author, Hashimotos expert, and integrative pharmacist who has a new book out called "The Adrenal Transformation Protocol." Today we're talking about thyroid and adrenal health to give you a deeper understanding of how these work together in the body, and how you can support them. Enjoy the show, and get a…

Our scale weight is a variable number that doesn't deserve the "weight" people give it when it comes to their decisions about their training or their perception of themselves. Tune in as I go over the truth about your weight, and explain the value in taking a closer look at your body composition so you can frame your actions toward progress in a mo…

Join me and my guest, Dr. Jolene Brighten for judgement-free straight talk about your body! We're digging into some of the topics in her new book, "Is This Normal" with medically accurate answers to questions you've been dying to know (but were maybe too embarrassed to ask) like your period, hormone concerns as we transition to perimenopause and be…

Dr. Vincent Pedre, functional MD and gut health expert is back to talk about how keeping your gut healthy with practical tips you can apply right away. He breaks down how the health and function of our gut is related to our energy levels and our mental health, and how disruptions to microbiome impact inflammation levels in the body. Plus we get int…

Welcome back to The Betty Rocker Show! In today's episode, I'm talking about the the actions we can take to create an optimal state in our bodies for fat loss and muscular strength to occur. Sometimes, people give up too soon on an exercise program thinking "it's not working" because they haven't really given themselves time to build the other impo…

Join me and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Jill Carnahan as we take a look at some of the root causes of fat gain she sees in her practice that people don’t often expect. Hear who is a good candidate for intermittent fasting (and who isn’t) plus more on hormone health, how to read labs, recommendations for adaptogenic herb use, and more! Enjo…

Dr. Stacy Sims is BACK for an in depth discussion of dietary strategies as they relate to WOMEN specifically, including low carb diets, intermittent fasting and the ketogenic diet. We’ll be talking about nutrient timing and why it's essential to focus on muscle over fat loss, plus optimal training strategies for women at all ages, including peri an…

I’m talking today to my good friend Aaron Alexander, a pioneering manual therapist, movement coach and the creator of the Align Method which is a guide to using posture and body alignment to build strength, achieve peak performance, reduce pain, and find a new sense of confidence in yourself. Together we’re unpacking what we can learn from ancestra…

Today I’m talking to Amisha Klawonn, Embodiment and Sleep Coach, Yoga Therapist, and Integrative Physical Therapist. We’re talking about many of the areas new moms struggle with in trying to do it all, and valuable tools all women can use for becoming more centered and feeling more embodied and peaceful in the midst of a busy life. Amisha applies m…

Today I'm talking to body language expert, Linda Clemons and we're going to get into those parts of communication that are non-verbal - all those times we need to draw on our intuition to help us decode what people actually mean. Maybe you'd like to know how to tell if someone is lying or telling the truth. Or maybe you'd like to consciously use yo…

Have you been looking for a way to understand and connect more deeply with the men in your life? In today’s episode, I’m talking to Traver Boehm, coach and founder of the Man UNcivilized movement. Drawing upon an eclectic background ranging from professional bodyguarding and Mixed Martial Arts to a Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine an…

Are we all emotional eaters – on different ends of a spectrum? My guest today is Tricia Nelson, an emotional eating expert and the author of the #1 bestselling book, “Heal Your Hunger- 7 Simple Steps to End Emotional Eating Now.” We’re talking about the difference between food addiction and emotional eating, underlying causes of emotional eating, a…

Today I'm talking to Dr. Michael Breus, better known as "America's Sleep Doctor." He and I have had many conversations about the science of sleep, and his useful tips have really helped me get into the best sleep habits of my life. In todays conversation, we're getting into "Chronotypes" which he details in his book, The Power of When and helps exp…

Today, I’m talking to Dr. Vincent Pedre about healthy, happy guts! Your gut is the gateway to your health. Don’t you think it’s time to be the best ally you can be for your gut? It’s so easy to discount all those little health niggles we feel, but bloating after a meal, inconsistent poops, and any kind of pain down there are all signs that somethin…

Today, I’m talking to my friend Natalie Jill, a fat loss expert and high-performance coach about the realities and myths around aging. You are never too old to improve your relationship with your body, lose body fat, get stronger, or pursue any goal you have! We’re getting into what “aging in reverse” actually means and how you can adopt this pract…

Today I'm having a conversation with my pal, Dr. Shawn Tassone, MD, PhD who is double board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and uses an integrative approach to help his (primarily female) patients. He’s in practice in Austin, TX and is a hormone specialist, author, speaker, highly rated patient advocate, and creator of an integrative hormone…

In part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Stacy Sims, we're diving into training and nutrition strategies for women leading up to and post-menopause, plus guidance for phasing your training if you're still having a regular cycle - and discussing 2 popular diet strategies - Intermittent fasting and Keto - and if they are effective for active women. Enjo…

When it comes to exercise and nutrition, women need different strategies than men in order to take advantage of the unique physiology of the menstrual cycle and the stages of their life cycle due to shifting hormones and how they impact the body. Previous research on fitness and nutrition has largely been focused on male test subjects, leaving wome…

Today I'm talking to Dr. Jill Carnahan, a functional medicine practitioner who has been treating me for mold exposure and the cascading symptoms that came alongside that - including weight gain, low energy, hormone disruption and more. Mold can disrupt our body’s natural detox pathways and places a heavier burden on our overall immune capacity. We …

Welcome to the second season of The Betty Rocker Show! Thank you so much for being part of my community of awesome flawsome women who are rocking their health and fitness through their entire life. A lot has happened recently and I want to get you all caught up with this episode. Enjoy the show, and get all the resources and links mentioned in toda…

In today’s episode, I’m joined by the amazing Emily Fletcher, the founder of Ziva Meditation, and the leading expert in meditation for performance. The Ziva Technique is a powerful combination of mindfulness, meditation, and manifesting designed to help you get better at life and reduce your stress. Stress is the root cause behind so many diseases …

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Cleopatra, a scientist and university professor who pioneered the field of fertility-biohacking and created "superbabies." As the Executive Director of The Fertility and Pregnancy Institute, and known as "The Fertility Strategist,” she is an amazing contributor to our ongoing conversation surrounding women’s he…

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mariza Snyder, a functional practitioner, and women’s hormone health expert. As the author of seven books (and counting) including the #1 national bestselling book, The Essential Oils Hormone Solution, she is an amazing contributor to our ongoing conversation about women's hormone health. In this episode, we co…

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Veronique Desaulniers, the founder of Breast Cancer Conqueror and the 7 Essentials System, a signature process that is empowering thousands of women in over 43 countries around the world to perform more effective self-breast exams for earlier detection. As the co-creator of My Breast Friend (a device to help yo…

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Gowri Rocco, a double board-certified medical doctor and expert in hormone health who has been practicing for over 20 years. Known as "The Wellness Warrior” and the author of Growing Younger - Restore your Hormones, Energy and Sex Drive, her mission is to help everyone feel their best as they age. Join us for t…

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Alisa Vitti, hormone and functional nutrition expert, a pioneer in female biohacking, author of Woman Code, and the remarkable book, In the Flo. As the creator of The Cycle Syncing Method, a female-centric diet and lifestyle approach aligned with a woman's infradian rhythm, she brings us a unique perspective on how…

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Kine Corder, a Nationally Certified Counselor and Clinical Hypnotherapist, best-selling author, international speaker, and the CEO of Presidential Lifestyle, a wellness company focused on wealth in all of its forms. As a financial advisor turned therapist, Kine brings us a new perspective on the stories we tell our…

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Cynthia Garcia, a celebrity nutritionist, life coach, and bestselling author of The Hungry Hottie Cookbook. You may have seen her on Khloe Kardashian's Revenge Body, where she serves as the official nutritionist for the show, or on Dr. Phil, The View, The Doctors, or Dr. Oz, to name a few. As the founder of the Ins…

In today's episode, I’m joined by Jen Esquer, an internationally known physical therapist who specializes in helping people overcome chronic pain and maximize physical performance. As the founder of The Mobility Method and The Optimal Body, she brings a unique, whole-body approach to strength, mobility, and pain-free living Self-care is so importan…

Many of the women I talk to who are working on getting fit and strong are really wanting a "toned" body. But the key to tone is MUSCLE tone. And no matter what goal you have, the bottom line is that adding (and preserving) your muscle is one of the keys to longevity, strength, and your ability to thrive as you go through time. In today's show, I'm …

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jolene Brighten, a prominent leader in women's medicine and the emerging science of post-birth control syndrome. We take a deep dive into the menstrual cycle, women’s health, the effects of birth control - and how to best support your system as you go through time. Since every system in your body is impacted by…

When our hormones are in balance we look, feel, and perform at our best. However, as we go through life, our hormones can shift and change causing a range of symptoms including fatigue, weight gain, and mood swings to name just a few. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sara Gottfried, a doctor who specializes in women's hormone health and is a t…

Today, let's continue our conversation from last week about key hormone players. I'll be digging into the thyroid, insulin, ghrelin, and leptin (your hunger and fullness hormones) plus and human growth hormone today to set us up with a good foundation to learn from the women's hormone doctors I'll be inviting on the show in upcoming episodes. Our h…

In today’s episode I’m digging into some of the key hormones we should all be aware of as women like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, adrenaline, and cortisol - what their key functions are, how they serve us throughout our lives, and signs and symptoms of imbalance so you can be proactive in your health care. If your hormones are your b…

I'll never forget how moved I was watching Dr. Terry Wahls' TED Talk back in 2011. This remarkable doctor had managed to reverse the symptoms of multiple sclerosis that had her wheelchair-bound for 4 years using a functional medicine and customized nutrition approach. Many of the health-boosting strategies she used to heal herself are accessible, e…

When it comes to seeing results and living a long, healthy life, how and what we eat is hugely important. So why isn't there one simple way to do it that we can ALL follow? Different things work for different people at different times, and with our unique genetics, body types, goals, and lifestyles, it's important to experiment to discover what wor…

Tuning into our inner wisdom and strengthening our intuition can be one of the greatest ways to get more out of life on every level, reduce stress, and feel more deeply connected to yourself and others. In today's episode, psychic psychologist Dr. Joy Martina joins me to talk about these important subjects, covering boundary setting, her quick hack…

While all the fast fix solutions sound tempting, and some even work in the short term, many leave us worse off than when we started. So today, I'm unpacking part 1 of a 2-part series on how to actually see results faster - the smart, sustainable way. I'll be digging into why we want to do more than just "lose fat," the best ways to train for sustai…

Join me and special guest Sarah Prout, manifesting coach, renowned worldwide speaker, and author of "Dear Universe" for an authentic conversation about the power of how we tell our stories, the trouble with the coma of convenience, and the value of taking personal responsibility. This episode was recorded during the peak of the 2020 pandemic and we…

In today's show, I'll be answering some really important reader questions, including how to get past our excuses and become consistent, how to deal with cellulite, how to fit in exercise when you're a busy mom, how to deal with unsupportive people in your life and so much more. I know this episode will give you lots of food for thought, actionable …

Join me in welcoming Amber Sears to the show today! Amber is a dear friend and wears many hats as a creator and coach; and in today's deep conversation we talk health from the inside out, from body positivity to boob jobs, eating disorders, the good and bad of social media influencing, past relationships and so much more. Join us for this open, jui…

Welcome to the Betty Rocker Show! In this first episode, you'll get to know the woman behind the microphone and how I became "The Betty Rocker." Get insights from my fitness philosophies for living a healthy lifestyle of awesome that you can apply to your life right now, try out some special guided activities, and walk through your 4 Pillars of Hea…

Nourish Your Mind. Love Your Body. Rock Your Life! The Betty Rocker Show is coming soon to your favorite podcast player! Join world-renowned fitness and healthy lifestyle coach Betty Rocker and special guests for conversations and content that will uplift you, inspire you, and provide you with valuable insights for a healthy mind, body, and spirit.…