Forever Fit with Carol Covino
A podcast for women over 40, 50, 60 and beyond who want to be strong, healthy, and age powerfully. Carol Covino is a published author, speaker, and health and nutrition coach. She and her guests will share the latest health and fitness research related to nutrition, exercise, and longevity. Together we can globally change the perception of age and menopause for women.
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Ashley Wiles: The Power of Sport in Tween Adolescence Development (Ep. 248)
07/21/2025
Ashley Wiles: The Power of Sport in Tween Adolescence Development (Ep. 248)
Sole Girls is changing the world we live in by giving girls the tools to be physically active, connected, confident, and empowered. Their programs combine physical activity, personal development, and mentorship. Physical activity is proven to reduce stress, anxiety, and contribute to a lifetime of health. Running is easy to do, it doesn’t require a lot of equipment and can be done anywhere in a non-competitive environment and is very community oriented. I am joined today by then Founder of Sole Girls Ashley Wiles. Ashley is a mental performance coach and digital media business builder. She is also an author, mom, and 3xIronman competitor. In this episode, we discuss how Ashley found this path, how to have better communication in a family, handling pressure and disappointment, and more! Time Stamps: (3:13) How Ashley Found This Path (8:10) Communication with Parents (15:45) Handling Pressure and Disappointment (21:45) Brain Development and Maturing (33:00) What Does The Child Need? (37:06) Using Imagery (57:30) Where To Find Ashley -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Dr. Cathy Goldstein: The Holistic Alternative To Botox and Filler (Ep. 247)
07/14/2025
Dr. Cathy Goldstein: The Holistic Alternative To Botox and Filler (Ep. 247)
Cathy Goldstein has been a practicing Acupuncture Physician for 30 years, graduating in 1988 from the New England School of Acupuncture—one of the leading schools in the Integrative Health Care industry and partnered with Mass pharmacology and health sciences programs. She is board certified by the national governing board, NCCAOM (National Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine). Cathy has also been deeply involved in the bio-medicine exam development with the NCCAOM, where she served as chair or member for several years. Additionally, she is the co-chair of the PEDC (Professional Ethics and Disciplinary Committee), upholding the standards and public safety of acupuncturists nationwide. In this episode, we discuss modern beauty standards as we age, what botox and filler do to the body, natural alternatives, and more! Time Stamps: (0:39) Comparing Ourselves To Others (4:30) Life Saving Surgery at 26 (12:04) Why Our Face Is A History Of Our Life (17:30) Why Botox Isn’t The Best Answer (30:16) Going Deeper with Filler (36:20) Alternatives To Botox and Filler (38:16) Where Cathy Starts With Her Clients (58:18) Acceptance Of The Process (59:26) Where To Find Cathy -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Christina Hathaway: Unpacking Body Dysmorphia, Trauma, and Changes Through the Decades (Ep. 246)
07/07/2025
Christina Hathaway: Unpacking Body Dysmorphia, Trauma, and Changes Through the Decades (Ep. 246)
Christina holds a Master of Advanced Study in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. Additionally, she has received specialized training in food and body obsession from the National Eating Disorder Association and other nationally recognized organizations. She completed the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certification for personal training and nutrition coaching. Christina is also a certified Women's Coaching Specialist through Girls Gone Strong (GGS) and holds a Hormone Specialist Certification from the Nutritional Coaching Institute (NCI). In this episode, we discuss body dysmorphia, trauma, the changes we experience as women through the decades, and much more! Time Stamps: (1:30) Christina’s Bio (2:15) What Is Body Dysmorphia? (7:00) Defining Trauma (13:00) Changes and Regrets Through The Decades (20:50) Starting With Respecting Your Body (23:55) Sexual Assault Aftermath (37:00) Transitions In Life (44:00) Evolving and Friendships (50:08) Where To Find Christina -------------------- https:// -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Michelle Parra: Why Everyone Should Care About Pelvic Floor Health (Ep. 245)
06/30/2025
Michelle Parra: Why Everyone Should Care About Pelvic Floor Health (Ep. 245)
While the topic of pelvic floor health mainly centers around females at the child bearing age, it's incredibly important for any human being to have quality pelvic floor health. My guest today is the sister of a two time guest on the show Melissa Parra and I'm so excited for this conversation! Michelle Parra, MSPT earned her Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland in 1995. She has since pursued extensive training in the area of Pelvic Health and has been treating male and female patients exclusively in this area for the last 14 years. She is experienced in the treatment of urinary and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain and pregnancy and post-partum related issues. She is passionate about helping patients with issues that can be difficult to talk about, but that may be a barrier to full participation in life. She especially loves teaching and motivating patients to improve their health and to move towards a more holistic picture of wellness. She completed a certification in Integrative Health and Wellness coaching though University of Arizona Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine in 2020. In this episode, we discuss the interconnectivity of our body, why everyone should care about pelvic floor health, modality treatments for improving pelvic floor health, and more! Time Stamps: (0:18) Diving Deeper Into Pelvic Health (4:15) Why Everyone Should Care About Pelvic Health (21:05) The Interconnectivity of Our Body (25:10) Signs For Grandparents To Be Aware Of (37:20) Modality Treatments (50:09) Hysterectomy Considerations (1:03:08) Where To Find Michelle -------------------- Phone Number: 1-505-286-7838 Michelle’s Contact Information: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Renee Fitton, MS, RDA: Uncovering A New Form of Fasting Through A Longevity Dietitian's Lens (Ep. 244)
06/23/2025
Renee Fitton, MS, RDA: Uncovering A New Form of Fasting Through A Longevity Dietitian's Lens (Ep. 244)
You've probably heard about the traditional forms of fasting including a 72 hour fast and intermittent fasting but have you heard about fasting mimicking? Through longevity research, our guest today has found a way for our bodies to reap the benefits that fasting provides without going through the pain and anguish a traditional fast typically comes with. Renee Fitton, MS, RDA is a longevity dietitian and Director of Education at Prolon. In this episode, we discuss the difference between metabolism and metabolic health, the process of fasting mimicking, who it's for and who it's not for, brain health essentials, and more! Time Stamps: (1:20) Renee’s Background (2:40) Registered Dietitians vs Longevity Dietitians (6:35) Metabolism vs Metabolic Health (9:25) What Is Fasting Mimicking? (20:55) Who Shouldn’t Do This (27:25) Who’s Levering Fasting Mimicking (36:10) Autophagy (42:30) Brain Health (50:18) Supplements (1:01:05) Where To Find Renee -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Nancy Griffin: Why Health and Wealth Overlap and Your Unique Life (Ep. 243)
06/16/2025
Nancy Griffin: Why Health and Wealth Overlap and Your Unique Life (Ep. 243)
Nancy is a connector and influencer. She attributes her success to personal courage, determination, and joy, when focusing on women’s health and wellness, hence creating Women,Worth & Wellness®. Nancy enjoys every opportunity to inspire and inform women about their personal health and wealth, net worth and self-worth, philanthropy and legacy—so that women feel fabulous, generous, joyful, confident, and on top of their game every day. Nancy Griffin established Women, Worth & Wellness in 1994 as a Private Client Wealth Advisor for her female clients and their families. Nancy continues to promote and inspire Daring & Caring Leaders, encouraging them to step up and lead in the world, following in the footsteps from many other powerful Women Leaders in the past. Nancy’s overall purpose is to connect and influence for positive impact every chance she gets. In this episode, we discuss important questions to ask on financial planning, end of life financial planning, life insurance and the potential philanthropic component you may not be considering, and more! Time Stamps: (0:55) Compartmentalizing Our Lives (4:00) How Health and Wealth Overlap (8:25) Important Questions To Ask (22:10) Family Trust (33:30) End Of Life and The Focus on Money (37:42) Life Insurance and Philanthropy (44:48) State Of The World (50:47) Your Unique Life (51:47) Where To Find Nancy -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Heather Deba: How Doubling Her Calories FINALLY Unlocked Fat Loss (Ep. 242)
06/09/2025
Heather Deba: How Doubling Her Calories FINALLY Unlocked Fat Loss (Ep. 242)
If you've been dieting for a long time and have slashed calories down and you are still not losing weight, listen to this episode. While it may sound counterintuitive right now, increasing your calories over a sustained period of time is the unlock you need for fat loss. Today's guest is living proof of this after years of struggling with every diet under the sun and she's now helping other women reach their goals as well. Heather Deba helps women restore their maximum metabolism, lose weight, and helps them keep it off permanently. In this episode, we discuss Heather's story, why our beliefs lead to evidence of our reality, how to make tracking food fun, and more! Time Stamps: (2:15) Heather’s Bio (8:40) Heather’s Health Journey and Being Raised in China (17:38) Our Beliefs and Evidence (22:10) Money Analogy (29:14) Reverse Dieting and Mindset (34:06) How To Make Tracking Fun (52:50) Where To Find Heather -------------------- Free Training: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Dr. Nayan Patel: Understanding Glutathione, Oxidative Stress, and Life Extension (Ep. 241)
06/02/2025
Dr. Nayan Patel: Understanding Glutathione, Oxidative Stress, and Life Extension (Ep. 241)
Dr. Nayan Patel is an alumnus of the University Of Southern California School Of Pharmacy, where he now serves as adjunct faculty. A pharmacist for over three decades, Patel is an internationally recognized expert, consultant, and lecturer on the Master Antioxidant Glutathione and has traveled the world educating practitioners and pharmacists on advanced biochemistry and antiaging science. Dr. Patel founded Auro Wellness in 2011 to create products to help the body function at an optimal level and reduce the long-term impact of stress on the body. Through his research, Dr. Patel stabilized Glutathione, improved absorption, and increased its effectiveness with the Auro GSH™ Antioxidant Delivery System. He is the author of The Glutathione Revolution: Fight Disease, Slow Aging & Increase Energy, which addresses how powerful and essential Glutathione is to the body’s detoxification system and how to increase the body’s levels naturally. In this episode, we discuss the role glutathione plays in our overall health, why we should be eating real food, and how Dr. Patel's first case extending his father's life by over a decade. Time Stamps: (1:07) Dr. Patel’s Background (3:10) What Are Antioxidants? (9:45) Our Environment (16:20) Defining Oxidative Stress (22:34) Getting More Glutathione (26:35) Ozempic (45:30) Eating Real Food (48:16) Glutathione and Brain Fog (51:30) Dr. Patel’s Dad (1:07:05) Where To Find Dr. Patel -------------------- The Glutathione Revolution: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Conrad Sanchez: The Power of EMS Fitness Through A Master Trainer's Lens (Ep. 240)
05/26/2025
Conrad Sanchez: The Power of EMS Fitness Through A Master Trainer's Lens (Ep. 240)
There are countless modalities when it comes to fitness and training and technology is evolving every single day. Some of these methods are better than others and we are going to explore a training style you may not have heard of from a master coach. Conrad Sanchez grew up between France and Spain, speaking Spanish to his father, English to his mother, and French in school. He also studied German for a long time. He graduated from the University of Bordeaux with a Master’s in Management and Cross-cultural Negotiations. After a brief stint in finance, he became the executive assistant to a billionaire, traveling around the world with him, his personal assistant, and his fitness trainer. That’s when he connected the dots between his passion for helping people and health and fitness. He changed careers and never looked back. WB-EMS (Whole Body Electro Muscle Stimulation) uses electrical impulses to stimulate muscles, activating all the major muscle groups simultaneously. In just a 20-minute session, WB-EMS delivers a full-body workout equivalent to hours of conventional training, making it an efficient, low-impact option for building strength, improving endurance, and enhancing overall fitness. In this episode, we discuss how EMS works, what it's like to train celebrities, transformation expectations through EMS, and more! Time Stamps: (1:30) Conrad’s Background (2:38) What is EMS? (8:30) EMS vs Vibrating Plates (10:18) EMS and Power (15:36) Finding EMS (27:00) Training Celebrities (40:35) Transformation Expectations (55:25) Where To Find Conrad -------------------- Website: Instagram: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Gina Conley: From Bump To Birth: The Science and Strategy of Prenatal Movement (Ep. 239)
05/19/2025
Gina Conley: From Bump To Birth: The Science and Strategy of Prenatal Movement (Ep. 239)
Gina Conley holds a M.S. in Exercise Science and is the Founder/CEO of MamasteFit, an industry-leading perinatal fitness provider with a training facility located in Aberdeen, NC (nearby Fort Bragg). Gina is a seasoned birth doula who has supported nearly 200 births in North Carolina. Gina is the Her unique experience of exclusively training perinatal fitness clients (in-person and online), coupled with supporting births as a doula, has resulted in MamasteFit creating In-depth prenatal fitness programs, which support clients recovering in a postpartum to return to their desired sport or professional demands. Also, Gina is 7-year Army Veteran who served a combat tour to Afghanistan in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom Sentinel. In this episode, we discuss how Gina became a birth doula, prenatal fitness, postpartum considerations, and more! Time Stamps: (0:48) Exercise During Childbirth (3:10) Former Military Career (7:16) Difference Between Midwife and Doula (14:00) Communication Through The Pregnancy (16:22) Prenatal Fitness (26:49) Yoga During Pregnancy (33:20) Twins and Triplet Considerations (36:40) Postpartum Depression Considerations (46:20) Exercise After Birth (55:10) Baby Fever and Retaining Clients (58:00) Where To Find Gina -------------------- Website: Instagram: Gina's Book: Training For Two Youtube: TikTok: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Ciara Foy: Women's Health Essentials In Our Modern World (Ep. 238)
05/12/2025
Ciara Foy: Women's Health Essentials In Our Modern World (Ep. 238)
Ciara (pronounced “Keera”) Foy helps overachievers understand their health by helping them prioritize their internal life and create room for self-care. Ciara helps women get on track towards becoming their happiest, he althiest, most efficacious selves.W When she’s not working out of her private practice in downtown Toronto—or spending time with her two girls—Ciara provides consultations with women all over the world, from places as far flung as Scotland, Morocco and Africa. In this episode, we discuss some women health essentials including difficulties during menopause, monitoring blood sugar, breast implants, and more! We also apologize for the barking midway through this episode and this is a prime example of doing it messy and not perfect. Time Stamps: (0:32) Diving Deep Into Women’s Health (3:18) Ciara’s Background (8:50) Your Kids Are Always Listening (10:08) Difficulties During Menopause (14:55) Monitoring Blood Sugar (30:44) The Four R’s (34:49) Breast Implants (50:00) Ciara’s Free Masterclass (51:16) Where To Find Ciara -------------------- Ciara's Website: Ciara's Instagram: Ciara's Book: Empowered By Food: Heal Your Hormones, Balance Stress, and Become Unstoppable -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Dr. Jeffrey Gladden: Why 100 Is The New 30 (Ep. 237)
05/05/2025
Dr. Jeffrey Gladden: Why 100 Is The New 30 (Ep. 237)
Is aging a myth? Can we feel at 60+ like we did when we were 30? Will aging be reversed in our lifetime? All of these questions and more we are going to discuss with my guest today! Battling fatigue, anxiety, and depression, he embarked on a transformative journey into unearthing answers to his own health challenges. Fueled by the question, “How good can I be?” Dr. Gladden transitioned from a conventional health care approach to championing peak human performance. Today, his life is a testament to this transformation, exemplifying boundless vitality through activities like running, surfing, mountain biking, and music. Dr. Gladden’s journey beckons us to embrace our ageless potential and embark on a path to Live Young for a Lifetime. In this episode, we discuss misconceptions around aging, different therapy uses, the spiritual component, and more! Time Stamps: (0:39) Living Beyond 100 (2:30) Doctors Struggling With Their Own Health (9:51) Misconceptions Around Aging (18:47) Dr. Gladden’s Process (27:27) Different Therapy Uses (35:28) The Spiritual Component (40:35) Love and Joy (43:36) Is Joy A Choice? (46:37) Loneliness and Aging -------------------- Dr. Gladden's Website: Dr. Gladden's Book: 100 Is The New 30 Dr. Gladden's Podcast: Dr. Gladden's Instagram: Dr. Galdden's Youtube: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Riggs Eckelberry: The Invisible Crisis - America’s Failing Water System (Ep. 236)
04/28/2025
Riggs Eckelberry: The Invisible Crisis - America’s Failing Water System (Ep. 236)
Unless you work in the industry or live out of the country, you probably give little thought to how water ends up in your home. The current infrastructure that our water system is built on is crumbling which is a very scary proposition. My guest today is here to share the facts and his work in this industry and what we can do going into the future. Riggs Eckelberry, a disruptive tech marketer and executive, became involved in the early “green” space when he co-founded the company that eventually became OriginClear, taking it public in 2008. Beginning in 2014, he and his team developed a series of transformative businesses which OriginClear manages in its role as the Clean Water Innovation Hub™. In this episode, we discuss how Riggs got into water, the plastics and forever chemical crisis, government interference, the prospect of blockchain technology, and more! Time Stamps: (0:50) Our Aging Water System (2:07) Why Water? (6:06) Plastics and Forever Chemicals (12:57) Why The Average Person Should Care (16:00) Government Interference and Finding A Solution (39:54) Bitcoin and Blockchain (44:34) The Horizon (46:10) Where To Find Riggs -------------------- Website: (X) - @OriginClear (Personal X) - @riggseck -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Keys To Personalizing Your Strength Training After 40 (Ep. 235)
04/21/2025
Keys To Personalizing Your Strength Training After 40 (Ep. 235)
I originally had an interview planned but wires got crossed in the scheduling department and I've actually had this on my mind to discuss with you for awhile so this week, I want to share an update on a recent surgery I had and what I am doing to navigate some of the barriers I've been dealing with specially when it comes to strength training. Not being able to use my left arm and some other limitations has made strength training programming more creative and I know and coach a lot of women in this same boat. Time Stamps: (1:20) Implementing Strength Training After 40 (1:58) My Recent Surgeries (9:00) Strain On My Back (10:25) Importance of Estrogen (13:01) Changes in Insulin Sensitivity with High Intensity Training (18:00) Engaging Type Two Muscle Fibers (25:23) One Rep Max Considerations (27:20) Glycogen Stores (31:45) Sharing More In My Membership (33:45) I Felt Invincible Earlier In Life -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Dr Ginny Trierweiler: Eat More, Stress Less, and Never Diet Again (Ep. 234)
04/14/2025
Dr Ginny Trierweiler: Eat More, Stress Less, and Never Diet Again (Ep. 234)
Dr. Ginny Trierweiler is a psychologist and certified health coach who scoured the research to find evidence-based answers to her own eating and weight issues. She discovered key principles to actually NOURISH the body so you can activate health and healing from within and naturally release the excess weight, and created a crazy-effective program called Slender for Good to help other women over 40 get the same breakthrough results. In this episode, we discuss why most people think they are eating healthy but they aren't, how to handle hunger when dieting, whether calories or hormones are more important, and more! Time Stamps: (0:35) Problems with Weight Loss In Menopause (6:50) Why Most People Think They Are Eating Healthy (11:30) The Salience Effect (16:20) Being Programmed To Find The Negative (23:18) How to Simply Eating and Dealing with Hunger (34:25) Hormones or Calories? (41:50) From Snacks To Meals (46:08) Final Takeaways (48:50) Where To Find Dr. Trierweiler -------------------- Dr. Trierweiler's Website: Dr. Trierweiler's Youtube: Dr. Trierweiler's Facebook: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Jenn Malecha: Internal Health and Weight Loss, Where To Start with Testing, Thyroid Health, and More (Ep. 233)
04/07/2025
Jenn Malecha: Internal Health and Weight Loss, Where To Start with Testing, Thyroid Health, and More (Ep. 233)
My guest today is Jenn Malecha, the Wholistic Health Boss. She wasn’t always as health conscious as she is today as we'll talk about in the beginning of our talk. Jenn empowers clients by teaching them a model of self-care to relieve a variety of health complaints and improve overall wellbeing. Using a functional diagnostic and holistic approach, she helps to identify healing opportunities (within the hormone, gut and immune systems, etc.) that are creating dysfunction or imbalance in the body. Then, she works together with her clients to restore balance in the body using tools to improve diet, rest, exercise, stress reduction and natural supplementation to promote the healing process. In this episode, we discuss autoimmunity, where to start with testing, why getting healthy first is the secret to weight loss, and more! Time Stamps: (0:30) Testing Over Guessing (2:48) Athletic Training to Personal Training (8:55) Looking At Autoimmune (16:43) My Shoulder Surgery Progress (17:14) Where To Start With Testing (30:00) Getting Healthy First to Lose Weight (32:12) Thyroid Health (38:25) What’s Going On With Poor Thyroid Health (43:02) Where To Find Jenn -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Dr. Paul Kolodzik: CGM’s, GLP-1’s, Weight Loss Resistance, and More (Ep. 232)
03/31/2025
Dr. Paul Kolodzik: CGM’s, GLP-1’s, Weight Loss Resistance, and More (Ep. 232)
Medical technology is advancing at a rapid pace but are people seeing the results they truly want? What are the tradeoffs and downsides with this new wave of medications and wearables? Today's guest is a returning guest here to answer some hot button topics! Dr. Paul Kolodzik is a double board-certified emergency and metabolic-health physician with thirty years of experience. As a private-practice metabolic MD, Dr. Kolodzik has used continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to help thousands of patients lose weight and prevent and reverse disease. In this episode, we discuss CGM's, GLP-1’s, the reality of processed foods, and more! Time Stamps: (0:35) CGM’s, GLP-1’s, and More Of Your Questions (2:25) Halting Pre-Diabetes (4:32) What Are CGM’s? (14:02) Counting Is Important (19:12) GLP-1’s (21:38) Potential Side Effects (26:10) GLP-1’s and Longevity (31:28) Intermittent Fasting (40:18) Weight Loss Resistance (43:30) On The Horizon with Processed Foods (48:02) You Have The Power (49:40) Where To Find Dr. Kolodzik -------------------- The Continuous Glucose Monitor Revolution: TikTok: Instagram: YouTube: Link to previous episode with Dr Paul Episode 164: -------------------- -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- My Book:
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Dr. Derek Alessi, Ph.D: Finding The Right Lifestyle For You After 45 (Ep. 231)
03/24/2025
Dr. Derek Alessi, Ph.D: Finding The Right Lifestyle For You After 45 (Ep. 231)
Today's guest has a fascinating story and weight loss transformation and his reason for it was very interesting as you'll hear. While this is a wide ranging conversation, our central theme in this talk is how to find the right lifestyle for you after 45 and the big pillars that contribute to it. Dr. Derek Alessi, Ph.D became interested in the field of fitness training at an early age when he was an obese teenager. Determined to change his health, body and ultimately his future, he began strength training and developed a system to modify his nutrition. Derek dropped over 80-pounds in one year and later that same year, he entered his first and only body building contest. Disenchanted with the way body building tends to minimize health and well-being in order to encourage raw size, he left that arena and dedicated his career to helping individuals achieve better health and wellness through a program of planned exercise and practical nutrition. At the age of 19, Derek passed a national fitness certification exam and began his career in personal fitness training. He furthered his quest for more information through education and received post-graduate degrees in health and physical education as well as a master’s degree in nutrition. Dr. Derek is the author of The Bermuda Triangle Diet (October, 2009 Strategic Publishing), Lose Fat Forever (2003), and The Promise Health and Fitness System (2002 ). Derek has earned a doctorate degree in health and physical education and a master’s degree in nutrition. He is also a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) trainer. He owns and operates Dr. Derek Health & Fitness, a private practice, a personal training facility for adults in East Amherst New York. He has appeared on over 2100-TV and 400-radio programs throughout the country and has been featured in national print media including Maxim, Burn Fitness for Women and Iron-Man Magazines. Dr. Derek is a health, fitness and lifestyle contributor for the USA Today and the host of weekly TV show on NBC Cleveland & NBC in Buffalo, New York called Live It Fit Now! In addition, Dr. Derek conducts regular health and fitness seminars for the health care industry, Fortune 1000 companies, and small businesses where he combines his unique brand of humor, empathy and knowledge to communicate his positive, affirming message: Make the Most of Your Life… Live It Fit!™ Time Stamps: (2:40) Losing 80 Pounds To Be A Dentist (6:15) Nair and Finding Competing Wasn’t For Him (11:10) Opinion on GLP-1’s (13:20) Biggest Mindset Shift (21:40) First Steps For Weight Loss (22:38) The Right Diet (25:05) True Keto Salad Dressing (34:05) The Right Exercise (37:00) Training Heavy In Midlife and Beyond (42:10) Women vs Men (53:16) Choosing Your Curious (54:10) Where To Find Strength Genesis and Dr. Derek -------------------- Strength Genesis - My affiliate link: -------------------- Slim Stomach Solution Program: -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel:
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Tamar Samuels: Processed Foods, Keto, and Cancer Prevention: What The Science Says (Ep. 230)
03/17/2025
Tamar Samuels: Processed Foods, Keto, and Cancer Prevention: What The Science Says (Ep. 230)
Today's guest has a unique position in the world of healthcare as she co-founded Culina Healthcare which is covered by most health insurances and she has seen many individuals. I wanted to pick her brain on several important topics and get her perspective on them! Tamar Samuels is a registered dietitian and entrepreneur who reps health equity. In this wide ranging conversation, we discuss processed foods, cancer prevention, food sensitivity tests, PCOS, and much more! Time Stamps: (1:10) Tamar’s Bio (3:13) Disparity in Health (11:00) The Research on Processed Foods (14:55) Cancer Prevention (25:30) Food Sensitivity Tests (30:10) The Ketogenic Diet (31:38) Higher Fat Approach? (34:30) Recommended Carbohydrate Intake (43:50) Intermittent Fasting (50:10) PCOS Considerations (53:25) Where To Find Tamar ------------------- -------------------- Slim Stomach Solution Program: -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel:
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Ariana Hakman: Getting Off The Diet Bandwagon and Finding Sustainability Through Technology (Ep. 229)
03/10/2025
Ariana Hakman: Getting Off The Diet Bandwagon and Finding Sustainability Through Technology (Ep. 229)
Artificial intelligence has been the talk of the town for the past couple of years and it's impacting the health and fitness field as well. While there are some concerns about it, the potential amount of data and personalization it is capable of is very intriguing. Today's guest is at the forefront of this technology inside her new app and is here to share her expertise and experience! Ariana Hakman is the Owner of Luna Fit Universe, Luna Fit Fresh, and Luna Fit Supplements. She is based out of central Florida and has a lot to offer those looking to improve and optimize their health and fitness! In today's episode, we discuss the Luna Fit brand and offers, advice to those picking up a weight for the first time, meal prep tips, and so much more! Time Stamps: (2:18) Ariana’s New App (7:54) AI Integration (14:25) Meal Delivery Service (16:54) Ariana Meeting Her Husband (21:00) Sustainability and Getting Off The Diet Bandwagon (38:30) Picking Up A Weight For The First Time (41:42) Doing What Works For You (42:48) Meal Prep Tips (45:39) Weighing and Measuring Food (48:35) Free Gift ----------------- FREE Health Made Easy 5 Simple Moves To Jumpstart Your Journey: ----------------- NOW OPEN - Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- Slim Stomach Solution Program: -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: --------------------
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Kate Maguire: The Truth About Natural Remedies (Ep. 228)
03/03/2025
Kate Maguire: The Truth About Natural Remedies (Ep. 228)
Do natural remedies actually work? Are they helpful in our day to day lives or just another product being sold to us? Today's guest is going to share her insights and experiences with us and what we should look out for in midlife when it comes to supplementation. Kate Maguire is an entrepreneur, natural health enthusiast, and podcast host! In this episode, we discuss how Kate got her start, the use of talk therapy, essential supplements for women in midlife, and more! Time Stamps: (0:36) Do Natural Remedies Actually Work? (1:47) Kate In Her 20’s (4:50) Talk Therapy (10:22) The Nutrition Aspect (27:50) Essential Supplements In Midlife (37:08) Benecin Supplement (46:17) Where To Find Kate ----------------- Use Code FIT20 for 20% off ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE March Madness Makeover Challenge For 40+ Women: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Bharon Hoag: The Truth About Chiropractic Care and How It Really Works (Ep. 227)
02/24/2025
Bharon Hoag: The Truth About Chiropractic Care and How It Really Works (Ep. 227)
As our understanding of the body and brain expand and increase, there are certain modalities that once were looked at as trivial or "voodoo" are now becoming more mainstream. Chiropractic is one of those areas of medicine that is murky in its benefits and my guest today is extremely passionate about his mission to bring more people to this world so they can benefit. Bharon Hoag is currently serving the profession as the Executive Director of OneChiropractic. OneChiropractic is a non-profit advocacy organization focused on attracting like-minded chiropractors to move in a unified effort to educate the world on the power of the chiropractic adjustment. He has been a leader in the business aspect of healthcare for almost two decades. He has worked in the chiropractic profession for eighteen years and taught for sixteen, developing his unique “non-doctor” approach through ownership and management of numerous clinics. He also served as the Executive Director of The Ohio State Chiropractic Association (OSCA) for six years. This experience enabled him to facilitate a new model of State Association management. Hoag’s new venture with the creation of OneChiropractic has ignited his passion and purpose. The mission of this organization is to harness the power of the chiropractic patient, drive for chiropractic parity in healthcare and to ensure the individual chiropractor has the tools to succeed. Achieving these goals will make Chiropractic the #1 healthcare choice in the world. In this episode, we discuss how a non-chiropractor got into this field, how this field is growing and evolving, the real benefits both physical and mental, and more! Time Stamps: (0:52) Bharon’s Background (2:35) Getting Into Chiropractics (7:35) Misconceptions Around Chiropractics (16:15) Professional Athletics and Chiropractic (25:30) The Mission of One Chiropractic (38:30) The Mental Health Side (47:00) The Future of Healthcare (55:20) Where To Find Bharon ----------------- Special Audience Giveaway: TITLE: 10-Step Guide to Empower Your Healthcare Decisions: Social Media: Facebook - Instagram - ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE March Madness Makeover Challenge For 40+ Women: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Susan Bratton: Keys To A Thriving Sex Life Throughout The Lifespan (Ep. 226)
02/17/2025
Susan Bratton: Keys To A Thriving Sex Life Throughout The Lifespan (Ep. 226)
Warning: if you have kids in the car or in earshot, this one should probably wait until you are in a kid free zone. I've wanted to have a discussion around intimacy on the podcast and today's guest is an expert in this very field! Susan Bratton is a champion and advocate for all who desire passionate relationships. Flashes of brilliance pop like paparazzi as Susan rolls out one relationship epiphany after another. When she describes how love and intimacy can transcend what media portrays, you see the path to more intimacy and pleasure than you’ve been getting. Whether you enter Susan’s world through a sexual health problem you need to solve, intimacy skills you want to learn, or bedroom communication techniques to ignite your connection and pleasure, she offers a world of good to apply to your love life. In this episode, we discuss how to reignite your sex life, biohacking tips and tricks, how to improve communication, and more! Time Stamps: (0:58) Intimacy Expert Susan Bratton (4:25) Advice To Women in Midlife (9:45) Sex Regeneration and Biohacking (21:40) Finding and Enhancing Pleasure (22:48) Improving Communication (33:38) Going Alcohol Free (34:36) Cannabis and Intimacy (43:02) Learning To Talk About Sex (46:18) Where To Find Susan ----------------- ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Dr. Nicole Fleischmann: Pelvic Floor Health, Breathing Essentials, and The Mind-Body Connection (Ep. 225)
02/10/2025
Dr. Nicole Fleischmann: Pelvic Floor Health, Breathing Essentials, and The Mind-Body Connection (Ep. 225)
We are creatures of habit and once we are taught a certain way to do something, we rarely seek out a different way even if it's better for us. Breathing is a prime example and today's guest is going to share with us what we might be doing wrong and how to fix it. Dr. Nicole Fleischmann is a board-certified urologist specializing in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. With over 25 years of experience treating women's urologic issues, she has developed a unique understanding of pelvic floor dysfunction. Dr. Fleischmann's innovative approach combines medical expertise with a deep appreciation for the mind-body connection. A graduate of the University of Michigan and a former psychology major, she brings a holistic perspective to her practice. Dr. Fleischmann is passionate about educating women on proper pelvic floor function and empowering them to take control of their health. She lives and practices in New York. In this episode, we discuss a wide range of topics including pelvic floor health, the mind body connection, breathing, and more! Time Stamps: (0:35) Pelvic Floor Health (2:25) Mind-Body Connection (13:20) Benefits of Learning How to Breathe (21:06) Mouth vs Nose Breathing (24:05) Traumatic Childhoods (32:10) Hysterectomy Considerations (36:28) The Physiological Process of Menopause (51:20) Processing Information (58:54) Where To Find Dr. Fleishmann ----------------- The Second Mouth: Linkedin: ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Dr. Joy Kong, MD: Stem Cells for Anti-Aging: How Regenerative Therapy Supports Health in Midlife and Beyond (Ep. 224)
02/03/2025
Dr. Joy Kong, MD: Stem Cells for Anti-Aging: How Regenerative Therapy Supports Health in Midlife and Beyond (Ep. 224)
You've probably heard of stem cells but how much do you really know about them? Did you know despite what you might hear that the United States is the leader when it comes to stem cell research? My guest today is a wealth of information on this topic and more and is going to share with us the important aspects of stem cells! Dr. Joy Kong is an UCLA-trained, triple board-certified physician (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Board of Addiction Medicine, American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine). She is also the president of “Chara Health” – formerly known as Uplyft Longevity Center- in Los Angeles, California, where she specializes in stem cell therapy, ketamine therapy, as well as a wide range of therapeutics to enhance patients’ overall health and combat diseases in a holistic manner, by enhancing the body’s innate regenerative potential. She believes in advancing the field of stem cell therapy through education of both physicians and the public, and founded American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy, where she provides training to physicians on the science, clinical evidence and safe protocols in Stem Cell Therapy. She is a proponent of high quality clinical research, and has originated a traumatic brain injury (TBI) study. In this episode, we dive deep into stem cells, what they are, how we can utilize them, and why they are important for longevity. Time Stamps: (0:33) All Things Stem Cells (3:30) Dr. Kong’s Journey To The United States (8:48) Regenerative Medicine (21:15) United States Is Ahead of Everyone with Stem Cells (28:35) Stem Cell Decline As We Age (38:00) Autoimmune and Stem Cells (50:50) Still Menstrating At 53 (59:00) Where To Find Dr. Kong ----------------- Website: YouTube: My affiliate link and discount code for the Chara Omni skincare: CODE: COVINO10 for 10% off IG: FB: Clinic: ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Dr. Maria Azizian: Expert Tips For Healthy and Glowing Skin After 40 (Ep. 223)
01/27/2025
Dr. Maria Azizian: Expert Tips For Healthy and Glowing Skin After 40 (Ep. 223)
Skincare and skin health is so important at any age but especially in midlife. While lotions and other topical creams can help, there are many areas of our health including gut health that will contribute significantly more to how our skin appears and ages. My guest today is an expert in this field and is going to share her thoughts and insights with us! Dr. Maria Azizian is a practicing physician who offers both in-person and virtual consultations, providing personalized functional medicine care to patients in Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire through her clinic, Mindful Medical Functional Clinic. In this episode, we discuss foods to potentially eliminate for skin health, curing chronic conditions, skin cancer considerations, and more! Time Stamps: (0:32) Functional Health and Root Causes (2:50) Dr. Azizian’s Background (5:52) Poor Gut Health (19:00) Foods To Potentially Eliminate For Skin Health (24:00) Curing Chronic Conditions (34:55) Developing Skin Cancer (45:30) Skincare with SPF (47:38) Our Immune System (59:25) Where TO Find Dr. Azizian ----------------- ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Jake Platt: Pushing Back on Aging Through The MORPH Method (Ep. 222)
01/20/2025
Jake Platt: Pushing Back on Aging Through The MORPH Method (Ep. 222)
While it is a fact aging is inevitable, there are certain things we can do to push back and slow the process of aging and a lot of that comes down to stress management. There are so many stressors in our daily lives and my guest today is going to take us through his transformative method for holistic wellness. Jake Platt has over 3 decades of personal training and nutrition coaching, ranging from olympic athletes to military personnel to people looking to step into a healthier lifestyle. Jake has formulated the Morph Method to help build a foundation for real lifestyle changes, from the ground up. In this episode, we discuss how to turn pain into purpose, how to fight for our health, finding your why, and more! Time Stamps: (1:05) Jake’s Background (8:30) Turning Pain Into Purpose (12:20) Defending Our Lives (16:18) Fighting For Our Health (23:42) Pushing Back on Aging (27:50) The MORPH Method (37:14) The Power of The Growth Mindset (43:00) Finding Your Why (54:05) Where To Find Jake (54:42) Where To Start With Your Thoughts ----------------- Book - The Morph Method: ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Logan Christopher: Essentials Herbs For Midlife and The Power of Visualization (Ep. 221)
01/13/2025
Logan Christopher: Essentials Herbs For Midlife and The Power of Visualization (Ep. 221)
Have you explored the art and science of herbs? It's a fascinating area dating back centuries and there are a few essential herbs that can help in many ways in midlife. My guest today has a very unique journey he'll share with us both about his training style and how he got into the herb business. Logan Christopher is a strongman, kettlebeller, mental training specialist, herbalis, and Founder of Lost Empire Herbs. In this episode, we discuss a wide range of topics including strongman style training, the mental side and visualization, how Logan got into herbs, and more! Time Stamps: (1:04) Logan’s Background (3:56) Logan’s Training Style (9:50) The Mental Side and Visualization (11:12) Hypnosis (15:45) Getting Into Herbs (20:43) Critical Herbs in Midlife (24:40) Where Women Should Start (37:18) Methylation Process (39:45) Weight Loss Resistance (43:38) Logan’s Mother Passing From Cancer (52:34) Recommended Starting Product (59:45) Where To Find Logan ----------------- Book - Powered by Nature: ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Ashley Filmore: Discovering The Essential Pillars to Metabolic Freedom (Ep. 220)
01/06/2025
Ashley Filmore: Discovering The Essential Pillars to Metabolic Freedom (Ep. 220)
Is 2025 the year you finally prioritize yourself and your metabolic health? Ready to stop trying every shortcut and quick fix approach that fizzles out? Today's guest is an expert in metabolic health and we're going to discuss the essential pillars to a healthy and vibrant 2025! Ashley Filmore is a fat loss coach & metabolism expert that helps Women over 35 boost their metabolism, balance their hormones, feel younger, & lose weight for good! In this episode, we discuss the pushback with reverse dieting, thoughts on tracking, the importance of a vision, and more! Time Stamps: (1:00) Ashley’s Background (2:14) Ashley’s Journey To This Point (15:05) Pushback on Reverse Dieting (23:15) Thoughts on Tracking (30:10) The Rebuild Phase (34:51) Vision Work (38:25) My Thoughts on Motivation (43:00) Being Hormone Centered (53:45) Overwhelm This Time Of Year ----------------- Website: Podcast: Instagram: Free Phase Assessment Quiz: Free Hormone Assessment and Hormonal Guide: ----------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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Life After Menopause: Achieving Optimal Metabolic Health In Midlife Part 3 (Ep. 219)
12/30/2024
Life After Menopause: Achieving Optimal Metabolic Health In Midlife Part 3 (Ep. 219)
Wrapping up our Life After Menopause series, I wanted to shift our attention to nutrition and cover some important topics around blood glucose levels, refined sugar, glucose spikes and crashes, and much more. Carbohydrates are not the enemy but we need to be mindful which ones we are consuming and in what quantities. Time Stamps: (0:40) Go Back and Listen To Part 1 and 2 If You Haven’t (2:12) The Nutrition Side (4:05) Following Opposing Opinions (10:00) Best Way To Reduce Refined Sugar (13:05) Blood Glucose Levels (16:35) Glucose Spikes and Crashes (20:55) Ageless Guide Link (21:48) Mental Decline and Aging (25:37) Being Mindful Around Carbohydrate Intake (27:30) Finding Your Roadmap (32:20) Starting With One Thing ----------------- ----------------- Faith + Fitness Academy: -------------------- FREE Age-Less Reset Challenge: -------------------- Website -------------------- Instagram: -------------------- My YouTube Channel: -------------------- Finding Purpose in the Pause Book:
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