Episodes

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. Episodes mentioned: Prevent injury, relieve back pain, and learn to be savvy with Physical Therapist, Dr. Tugg Kargbo (Season 8 Episode 2) Get inspired and joyfully move your body with Dr. Yonnie Procter (Season 9 Episode 9) What's the difference between electrolyte supplements? (Season 11 Episode 3) If you struggle to strengthen your legs withou...

Nutrition can be confusing. It seems every six months we hear of new eating plans and diets and lions and tigers and bears, oh my. Adding to the noise is how, exactly, do we get quality food in our teen athletes? Do they need to eat differently? And how do we encourage them to actually eat what is best for them to perform and recover well? I'm beyond excited to share my conversation with Roberta Anding today. Roberta is a sports dietitian and has so many letters after her name I don't even kno...

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 lunges, grab my free guide and start moving. You'll receive a video showing all movements and a downloadable, customizable workout. www.gracedhealth.com/stronglegs Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (only ONE email per month) full of foods, workouts, music, and private...

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 lunges, grab my free guide and start moving. You'll receive a video showing all movements and a downloadable, customizable workout. www.gracedhealth.com/stronglegs Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (only ONE email per month) full of foods, workouts, music, and private...

Today’s episode is for any woman thirsting for information on perimenopause and menopause. I’m thrilled to be talking to Dr. Alyssa Dweck who helps me sort through the facts, fears, and framework of this season of our lives. We discuss: What menopause and perimenopause means How being on hormonal birth control can affect menopause Symptoms of perimenopause and menopause Three lifestyle choices to manage symptoms The nutrition cardio-protected and immune-protected diet Dr. Dweck recommends ...

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 lunges, grab my free guide and start moving. You'll receive a video showing all movements and a downloadable, customizable workout. www.gracedhealth.com/stronglegs Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (only ONE email per month) full of foods, workouts, music, and private...

This summer we are rereleasing a few meaningful episodes. If you've missed them before, it's new to you! (Just like those cheesy sitcoms in the 90's that were rereleased in the summer.) OK my friends, buckle up and take this off 1.5 speed. Today Dr. Richard Harris, MD, joins me to discuss the gut microbiome. I learned so much in this conversation. We just jump in a dig into all things gut health. View full show notes here Links: The Strive for Great Health Podcast Vitamin D Episode (a must lis...

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. Read the article referenced here. If you struggle to strengthen your legs without squats or lunges, grab my free guide and start moving. You'll receive a video showing all movements and a downloadable, customizable workout. www.gracedhealth.com/stronglegs Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (only ONE email per month) full of ...

This summer we are rereleasing a few meaningful episodes. If you've missed them before, it's new to you! (Just like those cheesy sitcoms in the 90's that were rereleased in the summer.) The number one request I get from my clients and students now and in the 14 years I’ve been in the industry is more CORE! I I totally get it- there is nothing more rewarding than arching your back and feeling your sore muscles stretch. But did you know the core is so much more than those sore muscles from crunc...

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. Receive your five minute Wake Up and Warm Up at YourWorthyBody.com Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Join the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth Facebook: @Graced Health Amy.connell@gracedhealth.com Have an Ask the Trainer question? email me: Amy.connell@gracedhealth.com OR ask on the Graced Health...

This summer we are rereleasing a few meaningful episodes. If you've missed them before, it's new to you! (Just like those cheesy sitcoms in the 90's that were rereleased in the summer.) I hope you had a chance to listen to the episode with Emily Baker last week on what exactly is grace. She brought such wisdom! Grace is such a simple word, but so complex. It took me years to learn to give myself grace in my health journey. For so long, I was bound by rules and expectations I was never meant to ...

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 lunges, grab my free guide and start moving. You'll receive a video showing all movements and a downloadable, customizable workout. www.gracedhealth.com/stronglegs Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (only ONE email per month) full of foods, workouts, music, and private...

This summer we are rereleasing a few meaningful episodes. If you've missed them before, it's new to you! (Just like those cheesy sitcoms in the 90's that were rereleased in the summer.) If you and I are connected on Instagram or Facebook, you probably know I spent a lot of my time this past summer (and am doing so again this summer) training teen clients. I loved the energy and challenge these young women presented and am grateful their parents trusted me with their precious daughters. Part of...

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 lunges, grab my free guide and start moving. You'll receive a video showing all movements and a downloadable, customizable workout. www.gracedhealth.com/stronglegs Receive my e-mail only monthly journal (only ONE email per month) full of foods, workouts, music, and private...

This summer we are rereleasing a few meaningful episodes. If you've missed them before, it's new to you! (Just like those cheesy sitcoms in the 90's that were rereleased in the summer.) I heard from so many of you about this episode impacted your approach to rest. As we enter the summer season, this is a great time to evaluate what kind of rest so you can replenish yourself (did you know there are seven?) We discuss: The seven types of rest Some of the gifts rest gives us Which rest has bee...

This summer we are rereleasing a few meaningful episodes. If you've missed them before, it's new to you! (Just like those cheesy sitcoms in the 90's that were rereleased in the summer.) In today's episode, I start to get granular with regard to our fitness. I've promised applicable content so I hope you'll be able to take some of the conversation and use it in your day-to-day life. We discuss 4 ways to set your body up for success now and in the future: Balance - You can add these in while br...