Best Upstate Empire Fitness Podcasts (2024)

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The Successful Start of a New Medical School: A Conversation with Mark A. Schuster, MD, PhD (Founding Dean and CEO; Professor, Health Systems Science at Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine ... 26:47

7M ago26:47

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In recent years, a number of new medical schools – both allopathic and osteopathic – have launched and still more are in preparation. In 2017 Kaiser Permanente announced the appointment of Dr. Mark A. Schuster of Harvard Medical School and Boston Children’s Hospital as the founding dean of the Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine. …

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Data Science and the Study of Alzheimer’s (with Christopher Gaiteri, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences; Empire Innovation Scholar, SUNY Upstate Medical University) 27:23

10M ago27:23

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Christopher Gaiteri, Ph.D., is Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and Empire Innovation Scholar at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Dr. Gaiteri earned his undergraduate degree from Washington & Lee University and his doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. He joined Rush University as assistant professor of neurological sc…

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Episode 25: Training Stimulus: Internal & External 1:03:15

1y ago1:03:15

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In this episode of Upstate Empire Fitness Radio Brian, Kevin, and Sam discuss different training stimuli and how they may affect your workout. They also dive into their own experience dealing with both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators throughout their lifting careers. This is a fun episode with so many good points being made so take some time to …

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The Development and Evolution of Data Science: Potential and Leadership (with Philip E. Bourne, Ph.D., Founding Stephenson Dean, School of Data Science and Professor of Biomedical Engineering, University ... 37:32

1+ y ago37:32

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Dr. Philip Bourne, founding Stephenson Dean of the School of Data Science at the University of Virginia, established in 2019 with a gift of $120 million. Dr. Bourne’s career encompasses work at Columbia University, the University of California at San Diego, and the National Institutes of Health and includes motorcycle jaunts throughout western Virg…

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Episode 24: Mainstream Diets 51:42

1+ y ago51:42

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In this episode of Upstate Empire Fitness Radio Brian, Megan, and Kevin go over a few diets that you may have heard of and even have considered trying out. This episode was recorded at an optimal time right around the start of the new year so if you have some weight loss or fitness goals, this is the podcast is definitely for you! If you'd like mor…

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Pushing the Boundaries of What's Possible in Children's Health: Breakthroughs & Beyond (with Carlos R. Estrada Jr., MD) 32:44

1+ y ago32:44

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Over the past year, several INNOVATORS were devoted to learning more about the state of pediatric research. In this podcast, we learn about a breakthrough in the development of tissue from silk for use in the treatment of children born with spinal bifida. Dr. Carlos Estrada holds appointments at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School…

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Data Science: Academia's Newest and Fastest-Growing Field (with Dr. Talitha Washington, Professor of Mathematics and the Director of the Atlanta University Center Data Science Initiative) 33:21

1+ y ago33:21

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Dr. Talitha Washington is Professor of Mathematics and the Director of the Atlanta University Center Data Science Initiative. On leave to the National Science Foundation, she received the NSF Director’s Award for Superior Accomplishment in 2020 “for exceptional stewardship in establishing the first NSF Hispanic-serving Institution program.” She is …

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Fertile Times in Materials Science: A Conversation with Dr. David Kaplan 32:02

1+ y ago32:02

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David Kaplan is Distinguished Professor and Stern Family Professor of Engineering and Chair of Biomedical Engineering at Tufts University and was recently elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Research is achieving major breakthroughs in tissue growth, cellular agriculture, medical implants, new ways to store electricity and deal with pla…

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Climate Change & Actionable Scientific Research: A Conversation with Dr. James Arnott, Executive Director of the Aspen Global Change Institute 38:42

1+ y ago38:42

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While the dispute over the causes and sources of climate change continues, few doubt the need for action to deal with the consequences of climate change. And action can best be guided by findings from solid scientific research. James Arnott, Ph.D. makes the case that science can contribute to not only policy but action. But for that to occur, scien…

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Lessons of a Salvadoran Refugee’s Path of Success in American Higher Education (with Susana Rivera-Mills, Ph.D., Provost & Executive Vice President, Ball State University) 40:21

2y ago40:21

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Hard work, family support, and education are often cited as key elements in the success of most of the immigrants to the United States. These hold true for many Hispanics and Dr. Rivera-Mills of Ball State and her experiences and success exemplify that formula. Her success affords evidence to suggest just how Hispanics can achieve similar results. …

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A CFO Assesses Impact of Pandemic on an Academic Medical Center (with Brian Burnett, Ph.D., Senior Vice President for Finance & Administration, University of Alabama at Birmingham) 26:10

2y ago26:10

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Even as the COVID pandemic continues to plague the world, assessments of the effects of the virus and its variants are in order. Healthcare systems have borne some of the brunt of the effects and those associated with the preparation of health professionals have had to adapt “on the fly” to what are sometimes profound changes to the ways they deliv…

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Digital Health – Technological & Scientific Invention & Innovation in Healthcare (with Dr. Eric Perakslis, Chief Science & Digital Officer, Duke Clinical Research Institute 37:59

2y ago37:59

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In an extended and extensive interview, Dr. Perakslis drew on his experience in industry, regulatory agencies, and academia as well as his book co-authored with Martin Stanley, Digital Health: Understanding the Benefit-Risk Patient-Provider Framework, to address the following questions: How do we tackle the challenges of the unintended (and undesir…

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Assessing the State of Cancer Research: Insights from an Innovative Clinician-Scientist 47:03

2y ago47:03

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Dr. Raymond Bergan, Deputy Director at the University of Nebraska Medical Center Fred and Pamela Buffet Cancer Center and Professor in both UNMC’s Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer and the Division of Oncology and Hematology in the Department of Internal Medicine, joins Innovators to share his assessment of the state of cancer research and wh…

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Healthcare Information Security (with Jack Kufahl, Chief Information Security Officer at Michigan Medicine) 44:58

2+ y ago44:58

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Jack Kufahl, Chief Information Security Officer at Michigan Medicine, joins Innovators to talk about the world of information security as it relates to healthcare. Jack Kufahl is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining the Michigan Medicine information assurance program. He directs all information assurance activity acro…

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Cybersecurity Strategy, Policy, and People (with Fred H. Cate, Vice President for Research at Indiana University) 26:02

2+ y ago26:02

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Fred H. Cate – vice president for research, Distinguished Professor, C. Ben Dutton Professor of Law and adjunct professor of informatics and computing at Indiana University – joins Innovators to talk about the state of cybersecurity and how policies in the cybersecurity world impact people around the globe. Professor Cate specializes in information…

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The Challenged Authority of Science: Research, Public Health & Public Policy (with Dr. David Allison, Dean and Provost Professor at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington) 48:10

2+ y ago48:10

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Dr. David Allison – Dean of the School of Public Health at Indiana University Bloomington – joins Innovators to talk about what perceptions and trust are like today in fields like research, public health, and public safety, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Allison became Dean and Provost Professor at the Indiana University-Bloomington Scho…

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Good News for Children and the COVID-19 Vaccine: The State of Pediatric Research 15:50

2+ y ago15:50

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Very soon, the likelihood is that one or more of the COVID-19 vaccines will be approved for use with children under age 12 and for the first time in the pandemic, children will be afforded the protection provided adults. Listen to a special Innovators podcast of excerpts from three guests — leaders in pediatric research — Dr. Tina Cheng (Chief Medi…

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A Leading Scientist-Physician Assesses the Field of Pediatric Research (with Dr. Tina Cheng, Chief Medical Officer at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center) 32:20

2+ y ago32:20

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Dr. Tina Cheng, Chief Medical Officer at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, joins Innovators to talk about the state of pediatric research, what came before, and what comes next for the field. Dr. Tina Cheng is the BK Rachford Professor and Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati; Director of Cincinnati Children’s Research F…

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The Burgeoning and Expanding Field of Data Science (with Dr. Sarah Stone, Executive Director of the eScience Institute at the University of Washington, and Dr. Jing Liu, Managing Director of the Michigan ... 57:43

3y ago57:43

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Dr. Sarah Stone, Executive Director of the eScience Institute at the University of Washington, and Dr. Jing Liu, Managing Director of the Michigan Institute for Data Science at the University of Michigan, join Innovators to discuss the Burgeoning and Expanding Field of Data Science. Dr. Sarah Stone is the Executive Director of the eScience Institut…

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Progress in Pediatric Research and the View from Children’s Hospitals (with Mark Wietecha, CEO of Children's Hospital Association) 48:04

3y ago48:04

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Mark Wietecha, CEO of Children's Hospital Association, joins Innovators to talk about the progress made in pediatric research and what he expects from his organization and children's hospitals around the country in the coming years. From the Children's Hospital's website: Mark is CEO of Children's Hospital Association (CHA), representing over 200 c…

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The Next Wave of Breakthroughs in Pediatric Research: A Status Report from Dr. Mark Batshaw, Children’s National Medical Center 35:08

3y ago35:08

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Dr. Mark Batshaw - Executive Vice President and Physician-in-Chief at Children's National Medical Center – joins Innovators to talk about the next innovations and breakthroughs in the field of pediatric research. Mark L. Batshaw, M.D., is executive vice president, physician-in-chief, and chief academic officer at Children’s National Hospital, and a…

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Baylor College of Medicine: Preparing a More Diverse Generation of Doctors (with Dr. Jennifer Christner, Dean of the School of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine) 24:33

3y ago24:33

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Dr. Jennifer Christner MD, Dean of the School of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, joins Innovators to talk about how to build medical schools and healthcare systems around a more diverse generation of physicians and healthcare professionals. With her creativity in approaching the learning process balanced with her understanding of the requir…

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Episode 23: PED Q&A - Performance Enhancing Drugs 1:43:57

3y ago1:43:57

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Coaches Tom and Brian respond to questions about PEDs; SARMS, Steroids and other supplements often whispered about in the arena of fitness, powerlifting and bodybuilding. As coaches, knowledge of a clients use of such compounds will change the approach the coach takes. It is extremely important to understand the risks when altering hormones. The in…

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A Student-Centered Business Program: Texas A&M (with Dr. Duane Ireland, Acting Dean of the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University) 36:13

3y ago36:13

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Dr. Duane Ireland, Acting Dean of the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, joins Innovators to talk about the mission and goals of A&M's student-centered business program, how he measures success, and more. On top of being named Acting Dean of the school in January, Dr. Ireland has served as Associate Dean for Research and Scholarship at M…

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Implicit Bias in Medical Education and Practice: Insights from a Pandemic Doctor & Researcher (with Dr. Cristina Gonzalez, Professor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine) 24:41

3y ago24:41

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Dr. Cristina Gonzalez, Professor of Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, joins Innovators to talk about implicit bias in education and how schools can combat it when selecting and elevating students. In 2011, Dr. Gonzalez's leadership was recognized nationally through the Unified Leadership Training in Diversity Award from the Assoc…

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Leading a Storied HBCU in Times of Promise and of Change (with Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick, President of Howard University) 31:38

3y ago31:38

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Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick, President of Howard University, joins Innovators to talk about how his institution continues to deliver excellence in many fields, and how Howard is innovating to cope with the ongoing pandemic. Dr. Frederick was named Howard president in 2014, and also serves as the distinguished Charles R. Drew Professor of Surgery. Dr. …

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Episode 22: Should you cut or bulk? The secret to sustainable success 1:05:50

3y ago1:05:50

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If you answered with "cut" (fat loss) be sure to listen to this podcast. The team gives insight to different rationale on both the fat loss phase and the massing phase. To enroll in our online coaching program please email: Team@UpstateEmpireFit.com

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Food Safety & Security: Commentary from a Texas A&M International Educator, Leader & Policymaker (with Dr. Elsa Murano, Director of the Borlaug Institute for International Agriculture at Texas A&M University ... 43:14

3y ago43:14

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Dr. Elsa Murano, the former president of Texas A&M and current director of the Borlaug Institute for International Agriculture, joins Innovators to talk about the world's food production system and how it has been disrupted during the pandemic. Dr. Murano was appointed Under Secretary of Agriculture for Food Safety in the United States Department o…

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Episode 21: Are you training to meet your goals? 1:08:15

3y ago1:08:15

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There is exercise and there is training. If you have goals that are not being met, have you considered looking at the intensity you are using in the gym? Listen in on the team's round table discussion on overcoming physical and emotional barriers while exercising. For many, there is a process to enjoying some mild discomfort and for most, it become…

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Technology & International Education: Convergence and a Unique Leadership Role at Rice University (with Klara Jelinkova, Vice President for International Operations and IT at Rice University) 40:51

3y ago40:51

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Klara Jelinkova, Vice President for International Operations and IT at Rice University, joins Innovators to talk about how technology influences and can enhance international education at universities of higher education. Jelinkova holds a Master's in Education from Boston University and a Bachelor's in Economics and Slavic Languages from the Unive…

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Assessing the Long Term Impact of 2020 on Minority Communities – Moving Toward a Culture of Shared Success (with Dr. Michael Lomax, President and CEO of the United Negro College Fund) 32:47

3+ y ago32:47

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Dr. Michael Lomax, president and CEO of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), joins Innovators to assess the long-term impact of 2020's high-profile protests against systemic racism in the wake of the murders of George Floyd and other unarmed Black Americans. Dr. Lomax also talks about the ongoing pandemic that has claimed the lives of Black Americ…

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Episode 20: Training Specificity - Maximizing your outcome 49:05

3+ y ago49:05

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Coaches Tom Davis, Kevin Conley and Brian Devins discuss their experiences with tailoring training specificity to their clients

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Public Health's Next Big Challenge (with Dr. Caroline Buckee, Associate Director of the Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics at Harvard University) 36:46

3+ y ago36:46

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Dr. Caroline Buckee, Associate Director of the Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics at Harvard University, joins Innovators to talk about championing the fight against infectious diseases and what challenges still lie ahead for the world of public health in a post-COVID-19 world. After completing her undergraduate studies, Buckee earned a maste…

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Episode 19: The Recovery Series, E1: Rest Days 42:36

3+ y ago42:36

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Do you wonder if rest days are beneficial in reaching your goals? Dana, Kevin, and Brian talk about the importance of rest days, how to structure them, gender considerations, and their purpose. For coaching: Email Team@UpstateEmpireFit.com

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Advances in the Midst of Pandemic: UC Davis Medical School (with Dr. Allison Brashear, Dean of the University of California-Davis School of Medicine) 27:27

3+ y ago27:27

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Dr. Allison Brashear, Dean of the University of California-Davis School of Medicine, joins Innovators to talk about her program’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and how the pandemic has helped her West Coast medical school expand translational research, topple organizational silos, and embrace a curricular shift to lifelong learning. Dr. Brashea…

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Discussing Rocky Top's COVID-19 Response (with Dr. Donde Plowman, Chancellor of the University of Tennessee Knoxville) 27:23

3+ y ago27:23

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Donde Plowman, PhD, Chancellor of the University of Tennessee’s flagship Knoxville campus, discusses her institution’s COVID-19 response in the latest installment of Innovators. Chancellor Plowman earned her doctorate in strategic management from the University of Texas at Austin, an undergraduate degree with a major in English from Southern Method…

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Interview with coach Mike Lackey 33:21

3+ y ago33:21

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Mike Lackey is currently ranked one of the top powerlifters in the world in the 275 lb weight division. Mike has squatted 900 lbs in wraps and has totalled 2250 in a meet. Not only is Mike an extremely gifted athlete he is a great coach and friend. Give him a follow on IG: @MLack15

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Making Campus Health a Chief Concern (with Dr. Bernadette Melnyk, Chief Wellness Officer at The Ohio State University) 37:04

3+ y ago37:04

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Bernadette M. Melnyk, PhD, chief wellness officer at The Ohio State University, analyzes the U.S. healthcare system’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the latest installment of Innovators. The outbreak was destined to be a global crisis, Melnyk said. However, in her estimation, it was made far worse by our less-than-ideal response to it. Melnyk…

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Leading a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC): The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska (with Executive Director Robert Hinson, USAF, Lt. General (Ret)) 39:28

3+ y ago39:28

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Robert Hinson (USAF, Lt. General (Ret), Executive Director of The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska, joins Innovators to talk about how he leads NSRI and how UARCs function to protect the nation from a myriad of growing global threats. Hinson joined the University of Nebraska on August 1, 2012, following a n…

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DYG - Training Intensity 36:15

3+ y ago36:15

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Part 3 Developing your game. Dana, Brian, Teri and Kevin discuss training intensity, hormonal factors for women, emotional barriers and how to push through sessions without fear. Ready for one our coaches to join you on your journey? Let's get started: Email: Team@UpstateEmpireFit.com or check out our site www.UpstateEmpireFit.com and click on coac…

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Body shaming/Diet shaming w/ Brian Devins, Teri Nelson and Dana Siriano 40:06

3+ y ago40:06

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Do you need some help getting on track? Sign up with one of our coaches! Email: CoachBrian@TeamOrenda.com for details. www.UpstateEmpireFit.com www.TeamOrenda.com @UpstateEmpireFitness @OrendaOnline

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Your strange eating is more common than you think 36:45

4y ago36:45

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When it comes to eating for health, not all Americans are wellness models. From cultural differences to habit formation, we all have a different approach when it comes to nourishing our bodies. Today, we want to change the dialogue on disordered eating, talk about emotional and physical signs of unconventional eating patterns, and help people under…

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Hot Button Topic: Body Dysmorphia 1:01:56

4y ago1:01:56

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Listen as Brian, Dana, Teri and Kevin talk about their experiences as coaches and personal stuggles with body image. Recognizing these behaviors and when should you seek professional help.

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Prognosis for Higher Education in a Post-Pandemic World (with Dr. Santa Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of British Columbia) 25:28

4y ago25:28

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Santa J. Ono, PhD, a biomedical researcher and president of the University of British Columbia, assesses COVID-19’s impact on higher education —and society as a whole —in the latest edition of the higher education podcast Innovators. Just as COVID-19 has taken a disproportionate toll on the health and wellbeing of some population groups (e.g., seni…

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185 lb weight loss with NO SURGERY! 59:05

4y ago59:05

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Find out how Jeff Hughes lost 185 lbs during his weight loss journey with Brian Devins. In this podcast, Jeff describes the emotional changes, his relationships and what his plans are moving forward. Interested in starting your journey? Email: Team@UpstateEmpireFit.com

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Improving your support system with Teri Nelson and Brian Devins 28:02

4y ago28:02

28:02

Are you finding it difficult to maintain a lifestyle that your family or significant other does not engage in? Get the 5 step by step tips to strengthen your relationship while reaching your personal goals.

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Gym Life after COVID-19 with Dana Siriano, Kevin Conley and Brian Devins 40:59

4y ago40:59

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There have been a lot of questions on what to expect when returning to the gym. Listen in as Brian talks with coaches Dana and Kevin about returning to the gym, new etiquette and decreasing transmission of illness Check our Instagram: @UpstateEmpireFitness Kevin IG: @KConley520 Dana IG: @DLSiriano Brian IG: @DevsBrian…

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Yo-Yo Dieting. "Breaking the Cycle" with Teri Nelson 27:59

4y ago27:59

27:59

Coach Teri Nelson and Brian Devins discuss weight regain post diet and how to find success after the "diet" through behavior modification.

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Equipment use with Mike Lackey, Kevin Conley and Brian Devins 42:06

4y ago42:06

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Mike, Kevin, and Brian talk about avoiding the use of equipment you see on social media. Are belts necessary for lifting? Do you need to be using chains or bands when in your training cycle? Don't get caught in the hype without knowing if these will carryover into better execution of your lifts.

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A Pioneer in Biomedical Engineering: Reflections and Insights (with Dr. Ajit Yoganathan, The Wallace H. Coulter Distinguished Faculty Chair in Biomedical Engineering & Regents' Professor at The Georgia ... 39:59

4y ago39:59

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Dr. Ajit Yoganathan – The Wallace H. Coulter Distinguished Faculty Chair in Biomedical Engineering & Regents' Professor at The Georgia Institute of Technology – joins Innovators to talk about his history in biomedical engineering and the background on the field as a field of higher education. Dr. Yoganathan and host Dr. Rick Skinner also conclude t…

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