Healthy Charleston

What a great conversation with Nicole Sawyer, ocupational therapist, business owner, and overall awesomeness. Her company works with kids and adults. She loved neuroscience in school, which means she loved working with patients how have nuerologivcal disorders like Parkinson's disease, have suffered a stroke, MS, and everything in between. She began to further her carrer and understanding by taking some continuing education classes and working on intergration of reflexes (what is that you ask? Listen to this episode). These techniques she learned had a tremendous affect on her own health and training so she expanded her practice to start working more with athletes and adults and has had amazing success. This was such a cool conversation and big takeaway is to focus on taking care of yourself and making sure YOU are doing some sort of "self care".  More info:  https://www.charlestonot.com/   https://www.instagram.com/charleston_ot/

Today we sat down with Cam & Corey of Freshly Fueled Performance Meal Prep.  We talk about each of their journey's and how they ultimately turned their passion for nutrition into a thriving business.  We discuss the importance of educating clients in regards to nutrition as well as how to set yourself up for success when it comes to meeting your goals.  Listen in to find out how Cam went from graduating high school at 16 to leading her college's new lacrosse team to providing nutrition guidance to figure competitors and bodybuilding pros.  Find out how a camping trip with friends turned into a loving marriage.  Make sure you check out Corey as he is leading classes at HYLO in West Ashley. Learn more: https://freshlyfueled.com/ http://instagram.com/freshlyfueled https://facebook.com/freshlyfueledmealprep

Oh Buddy!!! Today was a blast! Dr. Henderson agree on alot of things healthcare related. Dr. Henderson is a endocronlogist who practices in Charleston and focuses on thyroid health. She has an amazing treatment philosophy (and I won't ruin it)But its most likely way different than anything you've heard!!! We both agree that modern medicine relies to much on medication and not on lifestyle changes. We need more conservative approaches. There may be a rant/tangent or two on that topic haha!!! Dr. Henderson really puts some common sense behind thyroid and hormone health. She explains alot of difficult complex topics in very easy to understand common sense way! The thyroid is often misdiagnosed and can really be at the root cause of alot of issues.  She knows so much she wrote a book on it! It's called “What You Must Know About Hashimoto's Disease” and I would highly reccomend you check it out. Find out more:  Clinic website: ht

Adriaan is a personal trainer with personal performance in Charleston, South Carolina. He developed a keen interest in the body, movement, and strength and conditioning in College. He has some very interesting stories working with Pit Crews while doing an internship with Hendrick Motorsports. You will be surprised to learn the rigorous programs these athletes have to go through to stay healthy and fit for their jobs. They have teams fof fitness and health professionals. This is where Adriaan learned about this collaborative approach to fitness and health. He saw even more while working with UNC Charlotte soccer team. Adriaan also been dealing with a back injury for many years and finally just recently has cracked the code. Adriaan has a real pragmatic approach to training and realizes the training the while person "mind, body, and soul" as he put it is the key to getting results. Learn more here:Wesbite:  http://personalperformancechs.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/personalperformancechs/ Facebook:  https

Kyle owns a long standing CrossFit gym in James Island. Kyle has had some amazing coaches and experiences throughout high school and college that has shaped his philosophy and training principles today. He loves his community and calls it a tribe! We go on a lot of different tangents from the changes course of CrossFit, why training at a "globo gym" may not be the best idea, bro-science, and bulking up. Kyle has 3 physicians training at his gym and all 3 have taken the free CF-L1 training course by CrossFit. The current health and fitness trends are pointing in the right direction and he is definitely doing his part! Where to find out more: website: https://www.crossfitjamesisland.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/crossfitjamesisland/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossFitJamesIsland/

Today, we had way too much fun. Angel Roberts who owns a local Dance Studio in Charleston, SC on Daniel Island joins us to talk about her journey from growing up in her Mom's dance studio, teaching herself most of her dance moves, and spending 13 years in LA!!! This is an episode you don't want to miss. Is there a better expression of health, movement, and Happiness...then Dance? Her passion for her craft and her desire for having an impact on her students is more than evident in this episode. How much better would the world be if we danced more? We say...A WHOLE LOT BETTER!!!! Her studio has kids and adult classes. We get to hear about the amazing transformations she gets to witness. They leave class more confident in their own skin, more comfortable on stage, learn new skills and move their body in different ways!!! Spoiler alert...moving your body in different ways- not just squatting, walking, sitting but twisting, jumping landing, turning.....IS REALLY GOOD FOR YOU!!! Get off the elliptical and start Dan

Joshua Batt is a coach and owner of Talem of Summerville. This is a phenomenal gym in the Summerville area that has been there for over 7 years. Josh has a unusual story. He found out he had a passion for helping and motivating people as a soldier in the army! It all started when after finishing his PT tests (running, obstacle courses) he felt compelled to run back and help the one guy who he thought would have the most difficulty passing his test and help him, motivate him to get to that finish line. This is something that grew and he continued during his military career. Eventually he was given the opportunity to own a gym and he ran with it! He loves his job and it shows. He is always learning as an athlete and as a coach. As he progresses his coaching skills he continues to offer more and more to his community and his members. Find out more about Josh Website: talemofsummerville.com IG: @jbatttalem84 Facebook: facebook.com/talemofsummerville

Meet Jeremy and Seth- 2 brothers with 2 different paths to fitness. They are now both coaching at Frequency Fitness in Mt Pleasant. Jeremy grew up playing multiple sports and started working out like a lot of us by trying to "get big" as a teenager, and ultimately fell into Tae Kwon Do. Jeremy took a leap moved to Charleston and started a kids Tae Kwon Do and gym with a friend. The gym has evolved over the years but has always focused on building confidence, a great community, and amazing client experience.  Then there’s Seth, who took a slightly different path. He decided about 5 years ago while living in DC after realizing he was spending his days making money but spending it all on rent and alcohol that this was not the lifestyle for him. He moves to Charleston joined his brothers gym and transformed his life and his whole identity! Now a self proclaimed fit nerd. He is a CrossFit Coach and is chasing things like a 400 pound deadlift and a faster Murph time. He has an interesting story that he shares. Bei

Kim leads with thoughtful listening, graceful communication, committed partnership and a genuine curiosity that has her clients see what they cannot and get present to possibility. Partnering with Kim is an intimate, committed and distinct relationship focused on outcomes and performance in your life.   She is considered the most integral member of her clients business and life team.   Her coaching has focused on successful leaders and entrepreneurs, helping them live authentically, gain access to their power and bring themselves to life fully. Above all, Kim’s coaching focuses on results; she is experienced as a partner in creating deep personal growth while generating business, financial and relational expansion.   Before coaching, Kim’s career was as varied as her clients. Her work experience spans start-ups to Fortune 50 organizations with roles in engineering, sales and market development with an MBA from NYU Stern. Her entrepreneurial ventures began when she birthed her first child and claimed the title

Dr. Jennifer Pullano is a local family medicine doctor with a very interesting story. She spent 4 years as a Naval Medical Office here at the Naval Weapons Station where she literally developed the skills to be the swiss army knife of doctors. She was trained in everything from Nuclear Warfare to at sea appendectomy. She leveraged these skills and ultimately opened her own direct primary practice where you pay her directly for her service. She been in doing the direct primary model for over 13 years! She has been doing this before this was thing! This is a doctor with passion and purpose for what she does. We discuss the benefits of the direct pay model. How investing and taking control of yourself is the way to better health and frankly happiness! This was a truly enjoyable episode. Hope you enjoy! Find out more about Dr. Pullano: http://pullanofamilymedicine.com/

What happens when a husband and wife tag team create a training studio with personal training and group fitness? Well, I'll spoil it for you...absolute magic. Andrew and Anna love what they do and you can 100% tell in this podcast. They both love fitness, love people, and created a gym where anyone can feel welcome, push their limits and get BIG results. Andrew is an athletic trainer and personal trainer that uses his athletic training background to create unique personalized workouts and incorporates a more holistic functional model into what he calls "periodization". Now, these are workouts that change a focus every few weeks- focusing on cardio, hypertrophy, strength, etc. Keeping this fun, fresh, and ultimately great results. Anna loved fitness from an early age, and although didn't play volleyball in college she trained with the team regularly. Anna also has Type 1 Diabetes and is passionate about helping others with Type 1 Diabetes and women feel comfortable, strong, and healthy. Together they make a gr

Episode 50!!!! Today, we meet Jason Fiutem co owner of an amazing gym in James Island.  Jason went from cross country runner to training at the "racket club". He learned alot from the "old guys" at the local gym and this evolved into some high level body building then finally started doing some personal training. He created a name for himself but soon saw the writing on the wall that the fitness industry was changing. So he took a mortgage on the house and built a gym was different. A place more client friendly and a place where trainers could thrive. Exemplar Fitness has been through the recession, multiple fitness trends, and stood the test of time. It has evolved from personal training studio to offer more functional fitness, corrective exercise, and high intensity classes which they call "RUSH". Jason believes in building a place for his clients. A place that is "non-threatening", has pristine bathrooms, and a friendly staff. They have amazing trainers of all types of backgrounds and expertise. Hope you

WOW! We got to hear an amazing story from Ashley today. Find out how he went from over 300 pounds in high school and college to firefighter to personal trainer to owning his own successful training studio here in Charleston, SC. Ashley was able to transform his own life and use that same passion and energy to impact others by the thousands. He talk about 2 defining moments in his life, and how he uses his family to stay grounded. Ashley has created a truly unique community and team of trainers who are creating huge buy in and amazing results.  This is a man that knows how to reach goals not only for himself but for others! Be prepared to get fired up after listening to this episode! I know I was!! Find out more: http://definingmomentfitness.com/ https://www.facebook.com/definingmomentfitness https://www.instagram.com/definingmomentfitness/

Today had the pleasure of interviewing Eliza who is a fitness professional who loves nutrition, fitness, and spreading great information. She came from a family that put good nutrition and movement first. Also, she had a bad car accident in college, where she literally broke her back and was told she may never walk again. Needless to say, she made a full recovery and has found a new passion for health and fitness. She takes nothing for granted even the smallest things, and uses this perspective to help her clients and all of those around her. We talk a full range of topics including nutrition, poop, fitness, and morning routines. She knows that there is no one size fits all for everyone when it comes to health and fitness. My biggest takeaway today was we all need a morning routine, some selfish solitude, and we need to evolve in our health and fitness! Some great nuggests in this conversation! Enjoy! Find her on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/elizagellman/ Her own "Hotter than Health" podcast here: htt

Are you ready to change your mindset and finally tackle your health and fitness? Then this is the podcast for you! We go down a phenomenal rabbit hole. All about the psychology of change, decision making, and how to create an environment of success. Jay knows his stuff and has done his research! And you can tell! He's used his ill spent youth (LOL), his marine corp training, and experience with CrossFit Discovery to build an amazing program over in Park Circle. A lot of his clientele are new to CrossFit and new to training but those are the people he loves to see in his gym. He'll spend just as much time white-boarding, talking small successes, and mindset that he does teaching the squat and deadlift. He doesn't care what your fitness level is, he cares how you are using it outside the gym. Enjoy this episode! I know I did!

Matt and Peter are two great guys with 2 different paths that met at a local CrossFit gym in Summerville. CrossFit Sacred Pine is a community that has grown tremendously and is doing some amazing things. From starting in a field with no equipment to needing to expand to bigger space and still growing! It's easy to see why they have a great community at this gym. They love what they do, are passionate about health and fitness and are eager to spread the word. They also run a amazing event called the Sacred Pine Invitational which is going to be one heck of an event! Hopefully, we’ll see you there!! Where to find out more: https://www.facebook.com/CrossFitSacredPine/ https://www.crossfitsacredpine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/crossfitsacredpine/ https://www.instagram.com/sacredpineinvitational/

TJ has a super interesting story.  He had a huge turning about with a family situation that put his butt in gear during his sophomore year in college. He credits his advisor with showing him where to put his time and energy. He ended up at Citadel at the graduate program where he ran a range of classes and activities. He taught cadets the basic of strength and conditioning, ran a badminton class and helped with some really cool research. He has leveraged these skills to help run an amazing program and IronTribe Fitness in Mount Pleasant and Downtown Charleston. He really put the focus on the client and providing a deep relationship with meaning and purpose. He wants us all to have balance in our life and maybe get a little fitter along the way. I hope you enjoy this episode! I know I did! Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/IronTribeFitnessMountPleasant/ http://www.irontribefitness.com/locations/mount-pleasant/ https://www.instagram.com/itf_mtp/ https://www.irontribefitness.com/locations/downtown-charles

Anja Everson has phenomenal energy that is evident when she walks into a room. She is the general manager at frequency fitness.  Anja made a big career transition after college and has gone all in on the world of fitness and getting strong. She has such an interesting story. Her body gave her some very big clues that eating healthy was the only option for her and after fighting for years has now found the exact nutrition program that works for her! She wants each of us to "get inspired" and make big changes in our lives. Give this episode a listen. You won't be disappointed!

Erin Green has an interesting story. She was a swimmer and has made some zig zags all the way to CrossFit coach and nutrition and wellness coach. We talk a little about luck and how the universe tends to help us as long as we act on that opportunity. Also the benefits of getting out of our comfort zone. This episode is loaded with tips on how to tackle your nutrition goals!!! Enjoy!!! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100033788792596 IG: https://www.instagram.com/green_nutrition_wellness/

David Drake has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years. He is as passionate as he is knowledgeable.  He refers to his clients as students and makes analogies to being a body mechanic! He is a life long learner and has a passion for getting people moving better and thinking more long term and seeing fitness as a process. This was such a awesome conversation where talk, strength, crawling, and acting like a baby! (you'll see what I mean!) Where to find out more: Website: https://drake.fitness/