Rest & Recovery: Not As Easy As It Sounds!
The Strength Code Podcast
About the Guests: This episode of the Strength Code podcast does not feature any external guests. The conversation is held among the hosts: Sheila Melody, founder of the Strength Code, certified trainer, and wellness enthusiast; Lisa May, who transitioned from three decades in the radio business to opening the Strength Code Palm Desert; and Tim Cicciarelli, their producer, Strength Code client and former radio broadcasting on-air personality. Episode Summary: In this invigorating episode of the Strength Code podcast, hosts Sheila Melody and Lisa May, along with producer Tim Cicciarelli, delve...
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Exploring the Benefits of Wearables for Health and Wellness
The Strength Code Podcast
Hosts: - Lisa May: Former radio personality, Certified Strength Training Specialist and Owner of Strength Code Palm Desert - Sheila Melody: Founder of the Strength Code, Certified Strength Training Specialist and Health & Wellness Coach - Tim Cicciarelli: Producer of the Strength Code Podcast and founder of the InBound Podcasting Network Lisa, Sheila and Tim discuss the benefits of wearables and apps for health and wellness. They share their personal experiences with various devices, including the Levels CGM, Lose It app, Whoop wearable, Oura Ring, Apollo Neuro device, Apple...
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The Importance of Monitoring Blood Sugar for Overall Health
The Strength Code Podcast
Sheila Melody shares her experience using a continuous glucose monitor to manage her blood sugar levels. She explains how stable blood sugar is vital for overall health and how she learned about her own blood sugar variations through the monitor. Sheila discusses the different factors that can affect blood sugar, such as food choices, exercise, and stress. She also highlights the importance of understanding insulin resistance and its connection to chronic diseases. Sheila emphasizes the value of wearing a continuous glucose monitor to gain insights into personal glucose patterns and make...
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Feet Don’t Fail Me Now! The Importance of Foot Health
The Strength Code Podcast
About The Hosts: Sheila Melody: Founder of The Strength Code and strength training advocate Lisa May: Former radio host and owner of The Strength Code Palm Desert Tim Cicciarelli: Producer of The Strength Code Podcast and Owner of InBound Digital Media: Sheila Melody and Lisa May discuss the importance of foot health in this episode of the Strength Code podcast. They highlight the often neglected nature of foot care and the impact it can have on the rest of the body. They share personal experiences with foot issues and provide tips for maintaining healthy feet, including...
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Hellness or Wellness? The Crazy and Confusing World of Supplements
The Strength Code Podcast
In this episode, Sheila, Lisa, Tim and returning guest, Dr. Christian Middelthon all have an in depth conversation about Supplements. Topics include what supplements are considered “essential” and which are not absolutely necessary, but support optimal health and wellness; can you take too much of a supplement, our team’s preferred brands of supplements, and our typical daily routines, the difference between gel caps, pills, and liquid supplements, and more. Get your notebooks ready, there’s a ton of information in this episode! Send us a voice memo or email to Dr....
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Heart Health, Cytokines and A.I. Cardio
The Strength Code Podcast
In this episode, Sheila, Lisa and Tim discuss how the Strength Code method of slow motion high intensity strength training benefits your heart. Lisa explains the chemical changes that happen when you exercise, which is explained in a book she recently read “Younger Next Year”. The team lists the many reasons why you should do strength training, and exactly how much exercise you need to do to promote growth and renewal instead of decay. Move every day and don’t decay! Sheila introduces the CAROL Bike protocol which they have at the Toluca Lake location. CAROL...
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Set Intentions, Not Resolutions
The Strength Code Podcast
In this episode, Sheila, Lisa and Tim discuss why it may be better to set intentions, not resolutions, what the difference is, and what some of their intentions are for 2023. Lisa recommends looking back at 2022 and reviewing the year following a guide from Tim Ferris, and Sheila explains the difference between the NHS recommended strength training exercises, and the Strength Code method. If weight loss is one of your “intentions” for 2023, you’ll definitely want to listen to our interview with this episode’s guest, National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach Dr. Christian...
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A Decade of Strength
The Strength Code Podcast
Happy 2023! Sheila, Lisa and Tim are back and celebrating The Strength Code’s 10 Year Anniversary! The team discusses how the last 10 years has been in regard to their personal reasons for exercising, and how the Strength Code workout has helped them maintain and sustain their strength and wellness. Sheila introduces special guest Linda Ellman, who was her very first client when she opened the studio 10 years ago. Linda recounts her experience and reasons for sticking with the workout and why it’s so important to her over the years. Have your routines and...
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STRENGTH TRAINING FOR MEN VS WOMEN - WHAT'S THE DIFF?
The Strength Code Podcast
Sheila and Lisa tackle the topic of men vs women and whether they need to strength train differently.
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PERFECTION IS POSSIBLE
The Strength Code Podcast
Why perfect form is so important when you’re strength training.
info_outlineAbout the Guests:
This episode of the Strength Code podcast does not feature any external guests. The conversation is held among the hosts: Sheila Melody, founder of the Strength Code, certified trainer, and wellness enthusiast; Lisa May, who transitioned from three decades in the radio business to opening the Strength Code Palm Desert; and Tim Cicciarelli, their producer, Strength Code client and former radio broadcasting on-air personality.
Episode Summary:
In this invigorating episode of the Strength Code podcast, hosts Sheila Melody and Lisa May, along with producer Tim Cicciarelli, delve into the vital topic of rest and recovery. Perfect for fitness aficionados and wellness junkies alike, the discussion explores the nuances of active rest, passive rest, and the overarching importance of proper sleep in any fitness regimen.
Sheila and Lisa bring to light the multifaceted nature of rest and how it complements intense workout routines like those practiced at the Strength Code. They touch on various forms of active recovery like yoga, walking, and mobility training. Moving beyond physical activities, passive rest and its role in conserving energy lay the foundation for peak performance and injury prevention. Sleep is examined for its integral role in hormonal balance and muscle repair, while the hosts share their personal experiences with tools like WHOOP and Spren that measure recovery and preparedness for physical activity.
Key Takeaways:
- Active Rest Importance: Emphasizes activities like yoga, Pilates, and mobility workouts that support muscle relaxation and repair without intense exertion.
- Passive Rest and Sleep Prioritization: Highlights the necessity of complete inactivity and sleep as critical components of recovery, influencing hormone regulation and immune function.
- Monitoring Recovery: Discusses the use of wearables like WHOOP and Spren to measure recovery levels and readiness, emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body and adjusting activity accordingly.
- Nutrition's Role in Recovery: Stresses the significance of nutrition, particularly the intake of proteins and vegetables, in muscle repair and overall recovery from workouts.
- Social Interactions and Recovery: Suggests that spending time with loved ones and experiencing joy in social settings can positively influence recovery metrics and well-being.
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