Welcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can be overwhelming and confusing, we strive to be your trusted source of accurate, evidence-based knowledge. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and resources you need to lead a healthier lifestyle. Tune in to each episode as we connect with inspirational community leaders in Charleston and Summerville, SC. These individuals are dedic ...
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Collaborative Care and Holistic Health with Tikvah Health & Wellness
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Tikvah Wellness is a wellness focused, collaborative health benefits community. They’ve created a cost-effective benefits program that combines both natural and conventional medicine to foster a life-changing health journey. On this episode, Founder & CEO David Thedinga and Director of Member Experience Lauren Williams share how Tikvah came to life…
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Cultivate Resilience and Build Joy with The Drop In
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Gillian and Chandler are on a mission to inject a sense of belonging and connection into their communities with The Drop In. From Happier Hours to immersive retreats, The Drop In provides spaces, experiences, and opportunities to cultivate resilience and build joy through movement, music, travel, and holistic wellness. Gillian and Chandler share th…
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Beyond Symptoms: Redefining Healthcare with Jen Fabrizi from Essential Health Mount Pleasant
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You deserve better healthcare - and Jen Fabrizi from Essential Health Mount Pleasant is on a mission to provide healthcare that puts YOU first. On this episode, Jen shares her personal story and experience as a patient looking to have her conditions treated rather than just her symptoms. Jen’s passion lies in human optimization, longevity, working …
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Meet Dr. Susie Squats with Move Your Bones
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Introducing Dr. Susie Spirlock, a powerhouse and innovator bridging the gap between fitness and evidence-based rehab. We dive into her journey, starting from her early Instagram days, to physical therapy school, to launching her group training program, Supple Strength, and 1-1 online fitness and rehab coaching. Plus, we’ll spill the beans on how we…
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Rising Above: Kate Moon’s Story of Resilience, Perseverance, and Going All In
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After listening to this amazing woman’s story, one thing is clear: Kate Moon ALWAYS lands on her feet. From a trailer in South Carolina, halfway houses, stumbling across a yoga studio, to flooded spaces - Kate’s story is one of resilience, perseverance, trust, and authenticity. As a yoga instructor and retreat leader, Kate herself has had an extrao…
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Inside Shift Pilates Body Shop with Diana and Joe
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Meet Diana and Joe, the owners of Shift Pilates Body Shop in downtown Charleston! On this episode we dive into the journey behind Shift: as parents, partners, and entrepreneurs, Diana and Joe open up about their philosophy, the transformative power of Pilates, and their long term goals. Links: IG: @shiftpilatesbodyshop Website: shiftbodyshop.com We…
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Optimal Living with Optimal Bio: Tylar Brannon & Hormonal Health
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Discover the transformative power of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) as Tylar Brannon, CEO of Optimal Bio, joins us to unravel the mysteries of our hormonal health. We explore the reasons behind the decline in hormones, their crucial role in safeguarding our health, and the challenges posed by depleting hormone levels. Tylar busts …
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Join Hannah for a conversation with Mike Kelleher, CEO of Charleston Soccer Club, who's lacing up his running shoes for his first (and maybe last!) marathon. Switching from cleats to running shoes, Mike shares the personal motivations behind his London Marathon, using this opportunity to raise money for charities both here and in the UK. Mike and H…
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How to Set (and Accomplish) Mindful and Achievable Goals in 2024 with Dr. Rachel Heller
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Did you accomplish all of your goals in 2023 or did your "resolutions" flop by February? Don't worry - you're not alone! We know how frustrating it is to start the new year feeling motivated, only to look back at unaccomplished and unfulfilled goals. On this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Rachel Heller about the importance of setting goals, the di…
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Fit for Life: Dr. Anthony Balduzzi’s Guide to Health for Busy Adults Over 40
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In this episode, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, founder of the FIT Father and FIT Mother Project, shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind his commitment to help busy adults over 40 optimize their health with the overarching goal of building and maintaining both a fit body and a fit mind for longevity. With an aging population, decreased quali…
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Holistic Healing: Inside the Creation of SOLT Wellness with Fiona Scott
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Meet Fiona Scott, Owner of Solt Wellness. On this episode, Fiona shares her story about her personal health struggles and and the genesis of Solt Wellness. Solt Wellness is a natural and holistic wellness spa in downtown Charleston offering a 400 square foot salt room, infrared saunas, float therapy, red light therapy, meditation, skin care, body w…
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Meet Zach and Sarah, Owners of MP Fit Co
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MP FIT CO is NOW OPEN in Mount Pleasant, SC! Join Hannah as she talks with the owners, Zach and Sarah, about their journey and passion to open their CrossFit gym. Regardless of where you’re at on your fitness journey, Mount Pleasant Fitness Company will help you meet your goals and add value to your life every step of the way! Links: Website: https…
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Elevating Musculoskeletal Care and Finding Authenticity with Zak Gabor - A Journey of Professional Growth and Impact
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On this episode, Hannah talks with Dr. Zak Gabor, a true game-changer in the world of musculoskeletal (MSK) care. As the founder of the Level Up Initiative and co-founder of CALU, Zak is on a mission to elevate the standard of musculoskeletal care. CALU offers a unique blend of free and paid mentorship, education, and community support for MSK prof…
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Should Your Kid Skip Practice To Go To Physical Therapy?
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“It’s your job to do the right things to help them be healthy long term.” Join Hannah on this episode as she addresses common fears and concerns of parents and youth athletes who are dealing with injuries. She explains the importance of prioritizing long term health instead of encouraging youth athletes to push through pain, and offers 2 scenarios …
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How to Manage Performance Anxiety, Prevent Burnout, and Navigate Challenges for Athletes and Beyond with Dr. Scott Dreyer
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On this week’s episode Hannah sits down with Dr. Scott Dreyer, a Performance & Sports Coach and Licensed Clinical Psychologist, to discuss the mental and physical challenges that athletes face, including burnout, performance anxiety, the yips, perfectionism, and dealing with injuries. Whether you're a youth athlete, a parent, coach, or part of an a…
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Breaking New Ground: Dr. David Johannesmeyer and the BEAR Implant ACL Repair with Lowcountry Orthopedics
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Meet Dr. David Johannesmeyer, a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Lowcountry Orthopedics. A Charleston and Summerville born and raised native, David was the first surgeon in South Carolina to perform an ACL repair with the BEAR implant. We dive into the intricacies of this innovative surgery, ACL reconstructions…
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Creating Your Path to Thriving Health: Rising Tide Wellness's Approach to Healing and Building The Life You Want
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Rising Tide Wellness is a virtual functional medicine practice based right here in Charleston, dedicated to simplifying healthy living and reversing chronic diseases by uncovering and treating their root causes. In this conversation, Erin and Gene share their personal journeys that led them to the practice of functional medicine. They open up about…
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From Passion to Purpose: Fitness, Commitment, and Community Advocacy with Mike Sam Fitness
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Meet Mike Sam - Owner of Mike Sam Fitness, Lululemon Ambassador, Trident United Way Board Member, and Habitat for Humanity Advocacy Committee Chair In this episode, Hannah and Mike Sam talk about investing in your fitness and health, the importance of committing to a regular, intentional workout program to see results, and Mike’s mindset that helps…
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Unlocking Anterior Pelvic Tilt: Debunking Myths and Finding Solutions for Your Pain and Limitations
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Anterior Pelvic Tilt - is it a bad thing? Is it causing your pain? What should you do about it? On this episode, Dr. Hannah talks about the research surrounding anterior pelvic tilt, when it matters, and how to address it with a self assessment and specific exercises. Links: Herrington L. Assessment of the degree of pelvic tilt within a normal asym…
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Cold Plunging May Be Killing Your Recovery … and Your Gains with Jordan Wigger of Lowcountry Barbell Club
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Wondering if you should add cold plunging and cryotherapy to your health and recovery routine? Let’s talk about it - is it maximizing your recovery or killing your gains? On this episode, Hannah and Jordan Wigger, owner of Lowcountry Barbell Club, dive into the research and applications behind cold plunging, cryotherapy, reducing inflammation, and …
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Crush Yard, Charleston’s Pickleball Paradise with Dan Levine, Director of Pickleball
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Pickleball is America’s fastest growing sport and Dan Levine is bringing it to Charleston with Crush Yard, a Pickleball Paradise! Dan is the Director of Pickleball and Head Pro at Crush Yard, a new Pickleball club and restaurant that is all about community, great food and drinks, and playing pickleball. On this episode, we get all the details about…
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Breaking Barriers: Empowering Communities through Health with Stephanie Harvey of MAD PARK
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Stephanie Harvey of Mad Park is on a mission to shift the generational barriers of health that directly affect our community. On today’s episode, Stephanie tells us the story behind Mad Park. Health has always been important in Stephanie’s family, and Mad Park is designed to teach more families and communities how and why to prioritize their health…
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Farm Fitness, Playing in the Gym, and Arnold Schwarzenegger with Andrew Fig Newton
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Andrew Newton - you may know him as Fig - has been helping people become physically fit, capable, and empowered for over 8 years. If you’ve seen him in the gym, he’s hard to miss. With a constant smile on his face, you can find him training teachers, moms, accountants, rugby players, and everyone in between. From an active childhood on a farm, to l…
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From Patagonia to Sailboats: Navigating Holistic Wellness with Lauren Vega
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The woman behind the scenes at Atlyss Food Co, Lauren Vega is passionate about helping people achieve holistic wellness. Lauren feels that we should be taught how to do great things for your mind, body, family, and community without isolating one category or another. From training with a Michelin star chef in Patagonia, completing yoga teacher trai…
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From the English Premier League to Charleston: Transforming Youth Soccer with Mike Kelleher of Charleston Soccer Club
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With experience working with the English Premier League, the Charleston Battery, and West Ham United, Mike Kelleher is ready to elevate the standard of youth soccer in Charleston. As the new CEO of Charleston Soccer Club, Mike tells us his plans to transform the club to prioritize athlete health and development and provide an amazing soccer experie…
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Athlete Nutrition, Essential Nutrients, and The Truth About Gatorade with Reilly Beatty, Certified Sports Dietitian
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Nutrition and off-the-field habits directly affect your performance. Reilly Beatty, Certified Sports Dietitian & Performance Nutritionist, helps athletes increase energy levels, optimize health, feel confident on the field, and heal their relationship with food. On this episode Reilly tells us how her journey and injuries as a D1 athlete led her to…
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Creating Fitness Communities That Change Lives with Troy Forrest, Iron Tribe Charleston
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Iron Tribe Fitness in downtown Charleston opened their doors in February this year with the goal of creating a fitness community that changes lives. From group classes to individualized, custom training, Iron Tribe is about getting people results and helping them have fun in the process. Troy Forrest, owner of Iron Tribe downtown Charleston, fell i…
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Knowing Your Values, Fitness and Family, and Performance With Results with Ian Berger
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Fitness looks different for everyone, and for Ian Berger, fitness is about getting healthy, getting real results, and staying active forever. A former competitive soccer player turned CrossFit athlete, Ian opened his first CrossFit gym at the age of 18. Now the owner of PWR Fitness in Mount Pleasant, Ian tells us about his CrossFit games experience…
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Yoga, Monkeys, and Music with Allison Forbes
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Allison Forbes is a trainer, coach, yogi, and musician, and she tells us her full, raw, unedited story of finding yoga, finding herself, breaking down her walls, her passion for music, and how she’s grown and struggled in the last few years. Yoga is a huge part of Allison’s journey and she tells us how yoga and meditation changed her life and allow…
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Charleston Bridge Run Prep: Training and Fueling with Clarety Nutrition
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It’s that time of year again! The Cooper River Bridge Run is happening in Charleston on April 1st! This episode is all about how to prepare, train, and fuel as a runner to set yourself up for success and avoid injuries. On this episode, we talk with Clare Burton from Clarety Nutrition about fueling for this race. She tells us what to focus on durin…
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Sustainable, Delicious, and Healthy Meal Delivery with Jenny Gaddy, Founder of Atlyss Food Co
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Jenny Gaddy, founder of Atlyss Food Co, is all about finding ways to reduce waste and give back to the earth, while providing food for those in the Charleston area who want a healthy meal but don’t have the time to prepare it themselves. In this interview, she talks with Hannah about sustainable food habits, composting, regenerative farming, and he…
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Root Cause Medicine with Melissa Altman RN, CFMP
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So many people these days are struggling with their health and they’re not getting the help they need or they don’t know what to do. It’s not surprising that our “healthcare” system has turned into “sick care.” Functional Medicine (or Root Cause Medicine) is designed to actually get you healthy. Health is NOT just the absence of disease - Health is…
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How to Deal with Injuries the Right Way to Stay Active and Healthy Long Term
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Pain and injuries are a normal yet frustrating part of life. However, too many people are dealing with pain and injuries all wrong and end up suffering the consequences. In this episode, Hannah tells us the 3 steps to take after an injury so you can stay active and healthy long term, instead of “taking it easy” or taking too much time off. Welcome …
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Redline Athletics and Leaps of Faith with Maddie Kane
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Training athletes while they’re young and malleable gives them a huge advantage in athletic performance and lifelong health. Maddie Kane, a Sports Performance Specialist at Redline Athletics in Charleston, trains and teaches youth athletes how to move well and perform better. She recently made a leap of faith moving to Charleston from Dallas and te…
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Intentional Strength Programming in Group Fitness and Creating Nutrition Habits with Mason Floyd
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It’s easy to get lost in the fads of health and fitness. When we overcomplicate it, we overlook what really matters, and don’t get the results we’re looking for. It’s time to get back to the basics! As the Head Coach of Lowcountry Barbell GroupFit and nutrition coach for Clar-e-ty Nutrition, Mason Floyd helps people achieve their fitness and nutrit…
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How to Use Progressive Loading to Make Progress and Avoid Injuries
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If you’re hoping to improve or focus on your health in 2023, this is for you. In this episode, Hannah is joined by Dr. Rachel Riley from Made 2 Move to talk about how to make progress in the gym this year and how to decrease your risk of injuries and setbacks on your health journey. Most people struggle to make progress in the gym - they’re either …
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The Impact of Fitness and Lifting Weights On Mental Health with Caitlin Clancy
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In today’s culture, it’s easy to forget about taking care of yourself. Our guest today shares her experience in using exercise to combat depression and improve her mental health. As a client of many of the guests that have been on the Healthy Charleston Podcast, Caitlin Clancy felt inspired to share her story of how physical therapists, personal tr…
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Make Sustainable Changes For Long Term Health with LeAnne of RockBox Summerville
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The path to health is made up of small, sustainable steps. It’s not sexy - no one gets healthy overnight. We have to set realistic expectations and play the long game! Today’s guest, LeAnne Amick, tells us how to set up your mindset and expectations to achieve your health goals. As the GM for Rock Box in Summerville, she helps people take the first…
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What would your life look like if you felt more rested, more recovered, and had more energy? What steps can you take to prioritize rest and recovery in your daily life? Getting enough quality sleep is a huge part of our overall health and wellness. Sleep actually affects our risk for pain, injuries, and chronic disease. In this episode, Hannah talk…
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Cheeseburgers in Charleston, Taylor Swift, and Ethos Athletic Club: Behind The Scenes
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It’s officially been one year since Ethos Athletic Club opened its doors, so we got Joey Welling back on the show to recap all of the highs, lows, and everything in between in the last year. Joey shares what the ups and downs have been like and how his team has created a contagious energy, work ethic, and culture. Listen to learn where to get the b…
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Life Transformation, Slowing Down, and Finding the Deeper Why Behind Your Actions with Jay Cohen
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Jay Cohen’s mission is to help people transform their lives by helping them integrate their life with health and fitness, slow down, and look for the deeper why behind their actions. Health is so much more than physical and we talk about the deeper meaning of health, true life transformation and identity change, the lessons that he’s learned, his p…
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The Human Condition and How Psychological Flexibility Can Help You Live a More Meaningful Life with Dr. Stephanie Best
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We all struggle with the human condition - but it doesn’t have to stop us from living a fulfilling life. Dr. Stephanie helps her clients develop a different kind of relationship with their fears, their pain, their doubts, and their worries, so they can move toward who and what they care about and build a truly meaningful, satisfying life. Modern Mi…
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Persistence, Performance Training, and Staying Present with Davon Gilliard
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Davon Gilliard is a leader in educational and progressive physical training. His passion is helping others excel at their athletic endeavors and maximize their potential, on and off the court. In this episode, Hannah and Davon talk about what drove him to start Can’t Stop Training, his story of the road blocks along the way, and the role of perform…
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Women’s Health, Female Empowerment, and How to Freeze Your Eggs for Free
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Healthcare has come a long way, but women's health still isn't where it needs to be. Halle Tecco is committed to changing that. In this episode, you will meet Halle Tecco, an investor, entrepreneur, and mom who saw the needs of women weren't being met in healthcare and decided to do something about it. Listen in as she talks with Hannah about her e…
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The Connection Between Stress, Recovery, and Your Health with Dr. Elliot Lance
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Pain is confusing, frustrating, and can really get in the way of doing the things you love. We want to help people understand their pain so that they can take control, do what they love, and move without restrictions. On this episode, Hannah Talks with Dr. Elliot Lance, a Physical Therapist at Made 2 Move. Elliot and Hannah talk about how stress an…
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Focusing on Longevity and Filtering Through The Noise in Health and Fitness with Ashley Anthony
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Have you ever really thought about why you exercise? Are your goals focused on what will make you happy and healthy? Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Host of the More Than Alive Podcast, Ashley Anthony believes that through mindful movement and intentional nutrition, we can live a life of abundance. Ashley and Hannah talk about "maj…
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How to Process Trauma and Embrace Life Change with Amber Fender, LISW-CP/S
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What would life look like for you if you knew how to cope with trauma in a healthy way? How would your life be different if you embraced change instead of resisted it? We all experience times in life that don’t align with our expectations, and these events can drastically change our trajectory. Amber Fender shares how she uses her experiences with …
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Bolstering Youth Athletes at Pinnacle Training Academy with Terris Thompson
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In order to help kids become the athletes they want to be, you have to train them to be strong and durable. In this episode, Hannah is joined by Terris Thompson to hear about early sports specialization, how his view of injuries has changed, and how he checks all the boxes when building a training program. Terris Thompson, is a former collegiate at…
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Words Matter: The Power of Language In Health and Fitness
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We have realized how much words matter when it comes to patient’s and client’s recovery and pain experience. Our words can change the way someone thinks, feels, and acts and our words have the capacity to heal or the potential to cause harm. Tune in, as we discuss why words matter in health care and fitness and what some solutions are to help our p…
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S3E95 | What Causes Muscle Growth vs Soreness with Jordan Wigger
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This is part 2 of a podcast with Jordan Wigger, Owner of Lowcountry Barbell. Part 2: What actually causes soreness? Does being sore mean I’m making progress? What causes muscle growth? Problems with “CrossFit in 100 words” @jboogs93 @lowcountrybarbell @made2moveptBy Hannah Breal - Physical Therapist
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