Healthy Charleston

Have you ever really thought about why you exercise?Are your goals focused on what will make you happy and healthy?Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Host of the More Than Alive Podcast, Ashley Anthony believes that through mindful movement and intentional nutrition, we can live a life of abundance.Ashley and Hannah talk about "majoring in the minors" and the real WHY behind exercise. So often, people get caught up in feeling like they have to exercise to look a certain way or lose a few pounds - when really the focus should be on LONG TERM health and wellness.Ashley Anthony helps her clients focus on what really matters and helps them feel physically capable and confident in their bodies in any situation so that they can live life to the fullest.Follow Ashley:@activeashtraining on InstagramHost of the More Than Alive podcast.Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, where we help you take ownership of your health and fitness. We are here to be your source of accurate health and fitness informa

What would life look like for you if you knew how to cope with trauma in a healthy way? How would your life be different if you embraced change instead of resisted it?We all experience times in life that don’t align with our expectations, and these events can drastically change our trajectory. Amber Fender shares how she uses her experiences with trauma, grief, and loss to help others in her practice.In this episode, Amber and Hannah talk about struggling with identity, tools for healing and coping, and Amber’s story of what she has overcome in life. Stay tuned as Amber guides Hannah through a session of EMDR therapy at the end.Amber Fender (LISW-CP/S), Amber specializes in life transitions, identity, and anxiety (PTSD/ trauma). She uses a non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to meet you where you are so that you can find your best path together.Follow Amber:https://www.tidestherapy.com/https://www.facebook.com/tidestherapy/Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, where we help you take ownership of you

In order to help kids become the athletes they want to be, you have to train them to be strong and durable. In this episode, Hannah is joined by Terris Thompson to hear about early sports specialization, how his view of injuries has changed, and how he checks all the boxes when building a training program.Terris Thompson, is a former collegiate athlete, founder and operator of the Pinnacle Training Academy located in Moncks Corner SC.Follow her on IG:@pta_pinnacle@terris_leigh Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, where we help you take ownership of your health and fitness. We are here to be your source of accurate health and fitness information while spreading awareness about the health and fitness resources available to you in the Charleston area. Be sure you are subscribed so you never miss an episode, we hope you enjoy the show.Follow Hannah and Made2Move:@hannahbreal_dpt @made2movept DONT spend another day in pain! Sign up for an appointment at made2movept.com and get 10% off your first visit when y

We have realized how much words matter when it comes to patient’s and client’s recovery and pain experience. Our words can change the way someone thinks, feels, and acts and our words have the capacity to heal or the potential to cause harm. Tune in, as we discuss why words matter in health care and fitness and what some solutions are to help our patients get better results by changing how we communicate with them.In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Rachel Heller, Physical Therapist and Yoga Instructor here at Made2Move.Follow her on IG:@thebalancedrach Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, where we help you take ownership of your health and fitness. We are here to be your source of accurate health and fitness information while spreading awareness about the health and fitness resources available to you in the Charleston area. Be sure you are subscribed so you never miss an episode, we hope you enjoy the show.Follow Hannah and Made2Move:@hannahbreal_dpt @made2movept DONT spend another day in pain! Sign

This is part 2 of a podcast with Jordan Wigger, Owner of Lowcountry Barbell. Part 2:What actually causes soreness?Does being sore mean I’m making progress?What causes muscle growth?Problems with “CrossFit in 100 words”@jboogs93@lowcountrybarbell@made2movept

Welcoming back Jordan Wigger, Owner of Lowcountry Barbell Club, for a 2 part episode:Part 1:Minimum Effective DoseMaximal Recoverable VolumeTraining BurnoutHow to Handle More VolumeIncreasing Your “Recovery Spoons”RPE, RIR, and Autoregulation@jboogs93@lowcountrybarbell@made2movept

Ashley is the Head Coach of Clar-e-ty Nutrition and Wellness and we’re talking all about sustainable, enjoyable nutrition. If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, diet, or have trouble knowing how much you should actually be eating, you're going to want to listen to this episode! Ashley’s philosophy is one of abundance, not restriction, and we dive into her story, her approach to nutrition, and how she helps her clients have food freedom.We live in a world where we’re taught to be afraid of food, with stories of dieting as early as 12 years old, thinking that the way we’re feeling is totally normal - but Ashley helps her clients break free from the white noise and learn what makes them feel happy AND healthy.@ashley.claretynutrition@claretynutritionhttps://www.clar-e-ty.com/

Jared Shaw is the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator at Oceanside Collegiate Academy and when he’s not spending his time building stronger, more athletic and durable youth athletes, he’s building better CrossFitters through individualized coaching and programming.Jared and I talk about the perils of early sport specialization, playing the long game with youth athletes, and training vs. competing. In true fashion, Jared did this podcast from the CrossFit Games - Jared coaches and programs CrossFit athletes of all abilities and tells us about his journey to the CrossFit Games (for himself and his athletes!)@2jared_shaw8Make the most out of your time in the gym and get individualized programming and coaching from Jared here -@noend_performance

The fear of food and desire to lose weight and be “small” permeates our society. Where does it come from? How does it affect women today? How is it affecting you? Are you missing out on enjoying life because you’re only focused on how you look in the mirror or what the scale says?Join Hannah and Haley on this episode as they navigate the waters of poor body image, where nutrition beliefs come from, and why losing weight is all the rage in today’s world. Haley, owner of Strong as Hale, helps women look, feel, and perform their best by reversing the damage of restrictive dieting.@Strong.As.Hale

Introducing Mary! Mary is the owner of One Life Nutrition and Wellness and the General Manager of Restore Hyper Wellness in Mount Pleasant. She works as a health coach and helps those working shift work, long demanding hours, or inconsistent schedules find work-life balance and deep health.Mary walks us down her journey of feeling burnt out, a lack of purpose, and like she was making a living but not living it. Mary tells us how she wishes she would have seen all of those signals sooner - and when she finally hit her breaking point (which may or may not involve a story about canned food items).IG @marymickiewiczhttps://www.facebook.com/onelifenutritionwellnesshttps://www.restore.com/locations/sc-mt-pleasant-north-sc012?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=Yext&y_source=1_MzE2Mjk5MTktNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D

From starting his fitness escapades with speed skating, to crushing triathlons, to doing CrossFit and handstand walking around his house, Jason has experienced all types of fitness and finds joy in helping others find longevity and enjoyment in exercise.Jason coaches people through tough workouts every day - we talk about celebrating consistency, setting goals, and Jason shares how his injuries and experiences over the years have shaped the way he views fitness.@jwatson926@forge_summerville

Michael Smith gets to spend his days sharing his love of golf, one person at a time. Michael teaches golf to people of all abilities - some who have never even picked up a golf club before. In this episode, we talk about his philosophy of the golf swing, the most common limitations and faults he sees, and how he breaks it down to teach it (and the MOST important part of the swing!)Michael shares his story of what led him to first pick up a golf club and we talk about the meditative nature of golf - golf is a solo, mental sport and has taught Michael how to focus, be present, and direct his attention. https://www.danielislandclub.com/about-us/personnel/michael-smith

MEET MK - MK is a purpose-driven group fitness instructor, coach, and personal trainer here in Charleston. On this episode, we talk about how health and wellness can actually fit into your life, what it’s really like to be a spin instructor, and how MK chooses every day to show up. MK's mission is to help her clients become the best version of themselves by findind balance and their true meaning of wellness. Tune in to hear her secrets, what she’s currently working on, and what she’s excited about right now!@wellness.by.mkhttps://www.wellnessbymk.com

On September 24, 2022, 35 women will cross the finish line at their first triathlon ever. In this episode, I am talking with President and Vice President, Beth and Susan, of the Summerville chapter of Tri It For Life about their passion and journey with this organization. Tri It For Life Summerville brings women together to train for their first triathlon and inspires women of all ages and backgrounds to develop healthy lifestyles. This group trains for 12 weeks and empowers women to reach their full potential. Accomplishing this challenge builds confidence, creates a community, and encourages women to say “Yes, I can!”https://www.facebook.com/TIFL.Summervillehttps://triitforlife.org/chapters/summerville_sc/

ACL Rehab and Performance Lab Specialist, Laura SapperLaura and I dive into ACL tears: why are there so many ACL injuries these days? Why is re-tear rate so high? How can we better prepare these athletes to return to sport?As rehab professionals, we need to place the emphasis on the ATHLETE, not just the tear. There are more athletes than ever tearing their ACL, and unfortunately, standard care isn’t cutting it. 20-25% of these athletes are re-tearing and having to start over.The problems of the ACLer are multifactorial, but there’s a lot of ways the system could be better built to serve this population.That’s where the ACL Performance Lab comes in - Laura talks about why she chose to specialize in treating athletes with ACL injuries and how she’s elevating ACL rehab: @made2move_ACLwww.made2movept.com/acl-rehab-program

Stephanie Wymyslo, Owner of Summit TherapyWe dove into nervous system regulation, how fear and anxiety relate to pain, and how to take the first step of mindful awareness.“You can’t treat the body without treating the mind.”- A Biopsychosocial Approach to Therapy- Nervous System Mapping- Identifying Triggers and Regulating Resources- The Difference Between “Numbing” and True Rest- Polyvagal Theorywww.summittherapyot.com@summit_therapy_OT

WarriorWODPhil Palmer, Executive Director and Founder of WarriorWOD, shares his story of his military journey, PTSD, and fitness, and ultimately what drove him to start WarriorWOD.WarriorWOD is a nonprofit that prioritizes exercise and nutrition as the leading prescription for veterans recovering from PTSD.WarriorWOD serves to provide Veterans treatment through paid gym memberships, nutrition coaching, and mentorship.Support and sign up for the virtual competition June 24-27: https://www.warriorwod.org/compsGet more info to join the program as a veteran: https://www.warriorwod.org/join-our-program

Cullen Murray-Kemp, Owner of HealthLinks Charleston Magazine Improving Health LiteracyAccess to Health InfoImportance of Trust in Healthcare Health as a PriorityBuilding Better Doctor-Patient Relationshipshttps://www.charlestonphysicians.com/magazine/healthlinkspodcast.comhealthlinksnewsletter.comhealthlinksmagazine.commedicalcampusconnection.com

Danielle Galuccio, Community Outreach Coordinator for Fleet Feet- Running- Footwear- The Power of Comfortable Socks- Not Just For Runners- Training Programs - Pub Runs - A Community Store https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/mountpleasant/about/directions/summerville

Casey Sullivan, Speech Language PathologistPathologizing Normal DifferencesNeurodiversityAutism Spectrum Child Led TherapyThe Problem with Compliance/BehaviorismStrengths Based Autism InterventionsDiagnoses: The Good and The BadThe Importance of Trust in TherapyResources for Parentshttps://sweettalkers.biz/casey-sullivan/https://neuroclastic.com/https://learnplaythrive.com/