Episodes
April 20, 2021
Lessons learned from adulting from young professional journalist, Chelsea Haynes
This episode is for all you mamas who have recently launched or are getting ready to launch your kiddos into the world. Today Chelsea Haynes joins to share her experience of adulting. Chelsea is currently a lifestyle storyte…
April 15, 2021
How can I make walking more difficult?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together in about 7 minutes. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without squats or…
April 13, 2021
How to give your teen the tools and vocabulary for emotional health with Michelle Nietert LPC
My guest today, Michelle Nietert, brings so much wisdom and applicable ways to foster our mental health. I know I’m constantly evaluating my kids ... and my own ... mental health (which probably drives them crazy) and I bet…
April 8, 2021
Can I use weights while walking?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together in about 7 minutes. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without squats or…
April 6, 2021
How to encourage your aging parents to move with Silver Fitness Specialist Kelly Spencer
Did you know 1 in 4 Americans over 65 fall every year? Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of nonfatal trauma-related hospital admissions among older adults. 80% of American older adults hav…
April 1, 2021
What are some stretches for my back?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together in about 7 minutes. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without squats or…
March 30, 2021
What's the line between motivation and mania?
Motivation in our health is wonderful. But what happens when it causes us to resent our goals or worse, other people? Here's a grace-filled solo episode on finding the right amount of motivation without it turning into mania…
March 25, 2021
How can I get a strong booty?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together in about 7 minutes. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without squats or…
March 23, 2021
How to refresh your dusty wardrobe after a year of sweats
I have a lot of dusty clothes from dormant use over the past year. Granted, my job doesn’t require me to wear professional attire, but I have clothes that are begging to be taken to a restaurant. I know we are not in the cl…
March 18, 2021
My knees are shot. How can I strengthen my legs without squats and lunges?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together in about 7 minutes. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without squats or…
March 16, 2021
Does your reduced vision have covid syndrome? with Dr. Kevin Gee
Before you see this title and think, “I have great vision, this doesn’t apply to me,” I beg you to stay with this conversation. Today’s guest, Dr. Kevin Gee, helps me understand what is happening to our eyes and with our vis…
March 11, 2021
How do I foam roll my legs?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement, eating, or how they work together in about 7 minutes. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without squats or…
March 9, 2021
Find peace and create soul care even in the messy middle with Tiffany Jo Baker
Need a breath of fresh air? Today’s conversation is for you. I’m speaking with Tiffany Jo Baker, author of Soul-Care for Go-Getters: Refresh + Refocus in 5 Minutes a Day (31 Day Devotional for women). We discuss: What the me…
March 4, 2021
My knees hurt when I lunge or squat - what's going on?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together in about 5 minutes. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without sq…
March 2, 2021
Get inspired and joyfully move your body with Dr. Yonnie Procter
Today’s guest is someone I’ve been watching on Instagram for a while - and smiling each time. I’m thrilled Dr. Yonnie Procter agreed to come on the show to discuss her role as a physical therapist and trainer in an online sp…
Feb. 25, 2021
My back is tight - what stretches can I do?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together in about 5 minutes. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not followin…
Feb. 23, 2021
What should I do on a recovery day?
Rest day. Recovery day. How do you feel about them? If you're like me you may have tension in this. Some days I welcome them and sometimes I feel antsy. I hope you'll walk away from today's episode recognizing why they are i…
Feb. 18, 2021
Stiff from sitting too long? Try these stretches
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together in about 5 minutes. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not followin…
Feb. 16, 2021
Black Girls Run! owner and CEO on how to support healthy lifestyles in the Black community
I am honored and humbled to have Jay Ell Alexander, Owner and CEO of Black Girls Run! on the show today. She shares about Black Girls Run! and how it empowers women to life a healthy lifestyle through community and accountab…
Feb. 11, 2021
Bodyweight exercises hurt my wrists. What can I do?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together in about 5 minutes. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not followin…
Feb. 9, 2021
Is trying to be better burdening your heart? with author Heather Creekmore
If you’ve ever struggled with comparison to others or even your former self, today’s episode speaks truth right into your heart. Ok this is the deal: I don’t want to admit I deal with comparison. And honestly, I’ve gotten to…
Feb. 4, 2021
Why do my hips hurt after walking?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together in about 5 minutes. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not followin…
Feb. 2, 2021
Why Kettlebells might be the missing ingredient to your workout
Today’s episode is for everyone who has walked past those kettlebells and thought “those look cool but I have no idea what to do with them and I’m afraid I’ll hurt my back.” My guest today is Coach Gretchen Meyers. You met h…
Jan. 28, 2021
Can I drink tea instead of water for hydration?
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Trainer, where I answer questions you may have about either your movement or your eating, or how they work together in about 5 minutes. Do you ever feel shame because you’re not followin…