Episodes

In this episode, Dr. Fitness invited Dr. Royce McGowan on the show to talk about belly fat. If belly fat is a problem for you, stop what you are doing and listen in to hear why a protruding belly predisposes you to a long list of serious health problems. And stay tuned to hear workout do’s and don'ts to reduce your waistline and why these docs feel prescription drugs may serve as a good jumpstart but are not the long term answer for sustained weight loss. Dr. Royce McGowan, DC, opened his pract...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Fitness is joined by health and wellness professional, Sharon Saraga-Walters, to discuss how combining gratitude and exercise will truly offer you amazing, life-changing results. Listen in as Sharon explains why exercising gratitude benefits our emotional, mental and physical health… and how you can strengthen your body, mind and your gratitude muscle. Sharon Saraga-Walters has over 35 years of experience operating and promoting her own businesses in health and well...

In this episode Dr. Fitness invited Jolisa Brinson, co-founder of Body Precepts, an all women’s fitness company, to the show to discuss the power of wellness. Listen in as Jolisa shares her journey of being 300lbs. and using food as a coping mechanism to creating healthy habits for life through nutrition and movement. Stay tuned to hear motivational and encouraging real talk that will inspire you to consistently choose yourself first and learn there is never an end to being fit. Jolisa Brinson ...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Fitness invited COO of Neotein, Christopher Kell, to the show to discuss a product that he and his wife invented after she gave birth to their two sons back to back and then began her training to be a triathlete. Listen in as Chris explains their journey of research and development, the realization of their hard work becoming a reality and about the amazing product they now offer that helps with inflammation, dehydration, joint health, flexibility and recovery by pro...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness invited author Lynne Bowman on the show to discuss her life and her book, Brownies for Breakfast, which contains a guide to living healthy and recipes for your favorite sweets and comfort foods, reimagined as whole food, plant-based, sugar-free, low-carb, dairy-free, and gluten-free classics. Stay tuned! Lynne will inspire you to eat better, feel better and look better by the foods you choose to put in your body. Brownie for Breakfast author Lynne Bowman has been fe...

Health insurance and your wellness go hand in hand. The healthier you are, the less your health and life insurance premiums will be! Tune in to this episode to hear special guest and insurance firm CEO, Nikki Phoenix, explain how taking care of your body and health will save you money. Nikki Phoenix, secret sharpshooter who gets a bullseye every time, is Floridian-born, the last child of 4 in a military family, and has a personality to remember! Nikki’s ambition led her to serve 10 years in the...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness continues the conversation on carbs, and how you might be addicted to the wrong carbs without even knowing it. All of us eat carbs, but when your body starts to rely on bad carbs that aren’t giving you the nutrients you really need, it causes all kinds of problems. What you’ll learn: What are bad carbs? How to tell if you’re addicted to bad carbs How a carb addiction can affect your health How to prevent /stop carb addiction Connect with Dr. Fitne...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness shares the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to carbs. While some carbs are giving your body the right nutrients, others make you feel full even though you could be malnourished. But how do you know the difference between the carbs that are good for you and the ones that aren’t? What you’ll learn: The difference between good and bad carbs The positive effects of good carbs The negative effects of bad carbs How to cut out the bad carbs and focu...

In this episode, we’re continuing the conversation on stress and discussing some strategies for dealing with the stress in your life in order to better maintain your physical and mental health. These strategies have been proven as I've had the opportunity to use these with a lot of clients over the years. What you’ll learn: The ways you can improve your level of stress Physical and psychological strategies for stress How you can prevent stress Why it’s important to maintain healt...

In this episode, we’re talking about the types of stress, and how you may not think that you're experiencing stress when you actually are. Stress is an unavoidable part of life that we all experience, and it’s important to learn the different signs and to know where the stressors in your life are coming from. What you’ll learn: Reasons people experience stress Recognizing when you are stressed Symptoms of different types of stress How stress affects the body along with the mind ...

In this episode, get an easy guide to understanding your blood pressure, and knowing how to keep it at a healthy level. This key component of your health is complex, but it’s essential to keep an eye on it to avoid serious complications with your heart and other organs. What you’ll learn: The difference between high and low blood pressure Causes for abnormal blood pressure How to know if your blood pressure is at a healthy level How to maintain a healthy blood pressure Connect with Dr. Fit...

In this episode, you’ll get some insight into the foods you put in your body every day. Did you know that ​​85% of the people that are eating plenty of food are still effectively nutritionally challenged? That means that the majority of our meals don't contain enough nutrients to properly fuel us, which can lead to all kinds of health problems down the line. What you’ll learn: How to properly nourish your body Why you should be expanding your palate How to set yourself up to eat right consis...

In this episode, you’ll hear about the most essential pillar in your health and fitness: sleep. Believe it or not, your sleeping habits have a massive effect on all of the other elements of your health, and sometimes adjusting your sleep schedule can be the final piece in becoming the healthy and happy version of yourself that you want to achieve. What you’ll learn: Are you truly getting enough sleep? Why a lack of sleep puts you and others at risk What does REM sleep do for your mind and bo...

In this episode, you’ll hear about another pillar in Dr. Fitness’s 5 pillars of focus: exercise. Have you ever tried an exercise program you saw online and didn’t get the results you wanted? Most people don’t, and it’s because the program you tried wasn’t made for you. Exercising is only half the battle, it’s finding the right kind of exercise that will really get you the results you want. What you’ll learn: Why cookie-cutter exercises don’t work for you How to set achievable exercise goals ...

In this episode, you’ll hear about the first pillar in Dr. Fitness’s 5 pillars of focus: hydration. This pillar is the invisible culprit to many chronic health issues, and staying properly hydrated is the key to a good fitness foundation. What you’ll learn: The different types and dangers of dehydration What to look out for when you’re dehydrated What good hydration looks and feels like Connect with Dr. Fitness: Website: http://www.iamdrfitness.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamd...

Welcome to Your Health Moment! In this introductory episode, meet your host, Dr. Fitness, and learn how this show can help you jumpstart your journey towards a healthier body and mind with weekly, bite-sized episodes that cover different aspects of your fitness. Connect with Dr. Fitness: Website: http://www.iamdrfitness.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdrfitness/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamdrfitness