Episodes

In this episode, Dr. Fitness interviews Cari Vann, the creator of the Complete Well-Body Method, to discuss the shortcomings of common exercise programs. Listen in as Cari shares her personal journey from a passionate dancer facing foot issues to developing her unique approach to pain-free movement which integrates various modalities to help people exercise safely. And be sure to stay tuned! Cari explains how her method addresses pain relief, injury prevention, and overall well-being. Cari's pro...

Are you ready to gain inspiration and practical tips for your own personal development and fitness journey? This episode holds the key! In this podcast episode, Dr. Fitness invited Dai Manuel on the show to discuss his journey of overcoming personal challenges and transforming his life through health and fitness. Listen in as Dai shares insights into finding one's values, embracing a positive mindset, and becoming a role model for others. And be sure to stay tuned! This conversation delves into...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, a board-certified family physician, discusses her journey from traditional healthcare to embracing holistic wellness. Listen in as Dr. Tomi and Dr. Fitness talk about the need for a paradigm shift in healthcare, moving away from reactive sick care to a proactive approach addressing root causes. And stay tuned as they highlight the challenges in the current system, including issues of power and paradigms that hinder progress. Their conversation delves ...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness talks with certified fitness instructor & CEO of Perfect Balance, Pam Sherman. Listen in as they discuss Pam's lifelong passion for health and wellness, her journey into teaching and training, and the evolution of fitness approaches over the years. And stay tuned to hear the importance of strength training for women over 50, debunking the myth of bulky muscles, and the impact of emotional eating. Their discussion covers changes in dietary trends, addressing misconcep...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness reflects on the recent Thanksgiving eating experiences and introduces the December 2023 No Fast Food Challenge for the upcoming Christmas season. Listen in as he encourages us to give up fast junk food and shares the potential benefits of avoiding consuming it for a month. Stay tuned to hear him discuss the reasons the popular fast food chains are on his list of those to stay away from due to health concerns, poor food quality, cleanliness issues and scandals. Dr. F...

In this podcast episode, Yogi Aaron shares his transformative journey from a Christian upbringing in Canada to becoming a global yogi with a yoga center in Costa Rica. Listen in as he credits his spiritual foundation to his early Christian community, his mother's new age influence and the power of vision boards in manifesting dreams. And, stay tuned as Yogi Aaron highlights the importance of stillness in yoga practice, shares insights on applied yoga anatomy and muscle activation, and his missio...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Fitness invited health and wellness expert Alison Bladh on the show to share her insights into the various stages of menopause, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and understanding the symptoms associated with perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. Listen in as they discuss the impact of hormonal changes on exercise and the need for adapting fitness routines to suit the evolving needs of the body. And stay tuned as Alison talks about sleep issues, night...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Fitness talks to Jeff Seckendorf, a national-class athlete and world record holder in cycling. Listen in as they discuss the value of coaching and being coachable, as well as Jeff's transition from cycling coaching to scuba diving coaching. And stay tuned to hear Jeff emphasize the importance of finding a coach or trainer to help you improve your health and fitness, why you should explore new activities like scuba diving to inspire fitness and motivation and as he ex...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Fitness invited master health coach, Amy Lang, to the show to discuss her approach to health, wellness, and weight loss, focusing on the need to shift from a mindset of scarcity to one of abundance in the pursuit of deep health and well-being. Listen in as Amy critiques traditional weight loss strategies for their often unsustainable nature and highlights her "fundamental five" habits. And stay tuned as Amy stresses the importance of self-acceptance, encouraging clie...

In this podcast, Dr. Fitness invited Greg Elliott on the show to discuss the concept of heart rate variability (HRV) and its significance for overall health. Listen in as Greg explains that HRV, which measures the variability in the frequency of heartbeats, can be a more critical indicator of an individual's well-being than just the heart rate itself. And stay tuned as Greg talks about a higher HRV indicating a healthier and happier state, how HRV can be a valuable tool, especially for individua...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness invited Stacey Harden of Discovery Health Zone to the show to discuss her mission to empower and educate the community about healthcare. Listen in as Stacey talks about her mission to bridge the gap in healthcare education and preventing diseases, focusing on holistic well-being. And stay tuned as Stacey highlights a cost-effective healthcare plan they offer for medication management and access to telehealth and as she announces an upcoming health event on October 21...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Fitness interviews Kelly Majdan, who transitioned from the financial industry to the wellness industry. Listen in as Kelly shares her journey and motivation for making this shift and as she discusses her approach to helping individuals make informed decisions about their wellness, highlighting the need to avoid being sold products and instead focusing on tailored wellness solutions. And stay tuned as Kelly offers valuable insights for individuals feeling overwhelmed ...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness shares his perspective on his own struggle with sugar addiction and the importance of admitting it as the first step toward managing and eliminating it. Listen in as he talks about the challenges of being addicted to sugar, the potential triggers that can lead to relapse, and the misconception that consuming "just a little" sugar is harmless. Stay tuned as he emphasizes the health risks associated with sugar addiction so you will understand its impact on your own hea...

In this episode, Dr. Fitness asked Entrepreneur, Lyricist and Author John Mott to the show to talk about his book Grace Down Below: When Illness Strikes which tells his personal story of inner strength and triumph. Stay tuned to hear how having a stroke at the age of 25 changed John and what he has done in the last 10 years since the health crisis to not only help those in his local community with his Striver2Thriver business but also to help others around the world who have suffered from a stro...

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 ...