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Wellness FirstLegacy Giving at St. JoesIn this episode we sit down with Brian Winslow, Director of Philanthropy at St. Joseph Hospital, to explore the transformative potential of legacy giving. Brian explains the various types of legacy gifts and the steps involved in setting them up, emphasizing the critical role of financial and legal advisors.2025-01-3100 minWellness FirstYour Future in Healthcare: Opportunities at St. Joseph HospitalKim Spirdione, clinical recruiter at St. Joseph Hospital shares her expertise and passion for connecting healthcare professionals with rewarding careers at St. Joseph Hospital. Discover the unique benefits and opportunities that make St. Joseph Hospital an exceptional place to work. From its supportive work environment and professional development programs to its commitment to patient care and community involvement, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of why St. Joseph Hospital stands out as a top choice for healthcare professionals. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your career, this episode offers valuable insights into what makes St. Joseph Hospital a...2025-01-2200 minWellness FirstInside Project SEARCH: Justin's Journey at St. Joseph HospitalIn this episode, we dive into the transformative impact of Project SEARCH at St. Joseph Hospital through the eyes of Justin, an enthusiastic intern in the program. Justin shares his experiences, the variety of tasks he's undertaken, and the skills he's gained. Learn how Project SEARCH is paving the way for young adults with disabilities to transition into meaningful employment.2025-01-1000 minWellness FirstBreathe Easy: Understanding COPD and Its Impact on Daily LifeRob Fishwick explains the symptoms, causes, and diagnostic processes associated with COPD, offering insights into how the disease affects the respiratory system. He discusses various treatment options and the importance of lifestyle changes, including pulmonary rehabilitation, to manage and improve the quality of life for those living with COPD. Additionally, he provides valuable advice and resources for newly diagnosed patients and their families to help navigate this challenging condition.2025-01-1000 minWellness FirstSt. Joseph School of NursingJoin us as Dean Vickie Fieler explores the unique opportunities available at the St. Joseph School of Nursing. Discover how the school's inclusive admission process and diverse programs are designed to equip nursing students with the skills they need to thrive in today's healthcare landscape.2025-01-1000 minWellness FirstRebuilding Hearts: The Journey Through Cardiac Rehab at St. Joseph HospitalJoin us as we explore the transformative journey of cardiac rehabilitation at St. Joseph Hospital. Discover how this comprehensive program helps patients recover and thrive after cardiac events, ensuring long-term heart health and improved quality of life.2025-01-1000 minWellness FirstHow St. Joe's Serves Our Most At-Risk Community MembersRosemary Ford discusses how the St. Joseph Hospital Mobile Health Clinic serves as a beacon of hope and a lifeline for the Greater Nashua community, providing non-urgent, walk-in healthcare to our most vulnerable and high-risk populations. Discover how the Mobile Health Clinic partners with local nonprofit organizations like The Day Café and the Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter, breaking down barriers to healthcare access and building trust within the community. Whether it's your first time hearing about our clinic or you're familiar with our mission, this episode offers a compassionate, inside look at how we're making a difference, one n...2024-12-1100 minWellness FirstStress Less This Holiday Season: Mindfulness Tips with Ashley Soulard, APRNAs the holiday season approaches, stress and anxiety can often overshadow the joy and festivities. Join Ashley as she shares valuable insights on how to manage holiday stress through the practices of meditation and mindfulness. Discover practical tips, guided exercises, and the science behind mindfulness techniques that can help you maintain peace and balance during this busy time of year. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by holiday preparations or simply looking for ways to enhance your well-being, this episode is a must-listen for finding calm amidst the chaos.2024-12-1100 minWellness FirstNavigating Breast CancerIn this episode, we delve into the compassionate and comprehensive care provided by St. Joseph Hospital's Breast Care Center. Join us as we speak with Dr. Sabine Manoli, a leading expert in breast health, who shares insights on the center's holistic approach to breast cancer treatment and support. Discover how the team at St. Joseph Hospital goes beyond medical care to address the emotional and psychological needs of their patients. Learn about the innovative therapies and personalized care plans that make a significant difference in patient outcomes.2024-07-0800 minWellness FirstMinimally Invasive Spine SurgeryJoin Neurosurgeon Dr. Anna Terry as she discusses Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) for patients and their families. In this episode we explore the latest advancements in spine surgery, discuss the benefits and risks of MISS, and provide expert insights. Whether you're considering surgery or just curious about spine health, we answer your most pressing questions and guide you through the entire process—from diagnosis to recovery.2024-06-0400 minWellness FirstThe Power of Board-Certified Pharmacists: A Chat with Ryan Morgan, Director of Pharmacy Services at St. Joseph Hospital"Join us as we chat with Ryan Morgan, Director of Pharmacy Services at St. Joseph Hospital, about the importance of having board-certified pharmacists on staff. In this episode, we explore why these experts are crucial for patient care and how they work alongside healthcare teams to improve medication management and safety. Ryan shares real-life examples of their impact and discusses the future role of board-certified pharmacists in community hospitals like St. Joseph. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply curious about pharmacy services, don't miss this insightful conversation about the unsung heroes of modern healthcare.2024-05-0300 minWellness FirstInnovation in Infant Care: St. Joseph Hospital Partners with Dartmouth Health NeonatologyJoin us in this episode as we delve into the world of newborn care and Dartmouth Health's role in the Newborn Nursery at St. Joseph Hospital. Our experienced guests share anticipated changes to St. Joseph Hospital's Nursery since the partnership formed, including the incorporation of late preterm infant care at 34 weeks, shedding light on the differences between term and late preterm infants. We also explore pertinent public health issues and the reason Vitamin K can't be given orally, and hear the inspiring story of a DH pediatric provider recently awarded The Daisy Award at St. Joseph Hospital, giving a...2024-04-2200 minWellness FirstOsteoporosis with Shellie Hafer, APRNHear from Shellie Hafer, APRN at St. Joseph Hospital Endocrinology as she discusses how to navigate the complexities of osteoporosis, from understanding risk factors to discussing preventative measures and innovative treatments. Whether you're newly diagnosed or seeking to support a loved one, tune in and discover why bone health truly does matter.2024-02-2300 minWellness FirstUnderstanding Flat FeetUnlock the secrets of flat feet - expert insights, tips, and solutions for a grounded and comfortable stride.2024-01-1700 minWellness FirstSymptom Management for Cancer Patients and How Palliative Can Help With ThisExplore the distinctions between Palliative Care and Hospice, its primary goal, and its relevance during curative therapy. Discover the modalities for symptom management and the targeted assistance provided for the top three chemotherapy side effects in this informative episode.2024-01-1600 minWellness FirstSupplements: Ashwagandha and Lions manHave you been hearing a lot about the supplements Ashwagandha and Lion's Mane in the news or on social media and wondering what the real story is? Dr. Ciara Kazakis discusses these supplements, why they're so popular, and more.2023-12-1100 minWellness FirstSweet Balance: Navigating Diabetes ManagementDiabetes is common and treatable, especially under the care of medical professionals. Nurse Practitioner Brian Murphy discusses diabetes, the effects that exercise can have on the disease, who may be at the highest risk of it, and more.2023-12-1100 minWellness FirstLumps and BumpsFrom pesky skin tags to painful cysts and abscesses, our bodies can be quite the host for an intriguing array of lumps and bumps, but how do you know what they are and when to seek help from a professional? Physician Assistant and wound care specialist Athena Drosos discusses these lumps and bumps, possible treatment options, and more.2023-12-1100 min
Marketing MouthsEp14: Crisis Communication: Kena LewisManage crisis communications with Kena Lewis.In this episode, guest Kena Lewis shares tips on:
How Orlando Regional Medical Center responded to the Pulse Nightclub shooting in 2016
Using an approval system for outgoing communications to update social media and press
Getting a crisis plan in place ahead of time
Creating a list of contacts for subject matter experts
Finding good news stories after the crisis
Being transparent within the limits of your organization
Seeking guidance and structure from FEMA’s Incident Command System
Listen in as Kena Lewis joins Bill Klaproth to share her best advice on...2019-05-1540 minMarketing MouthsEp13: Make the Most of Your Website: Desiree DavisImprove SEO and address common website mistakes with Desiree Davis.In this episode, guest Desiree Davis shares tips on:
How many local patients start their healthcare journey online
Having a strong presence on Google
Optimizing service line sections of your website
Getting to know core metrics
Adjusting your strategy to suit current trends
Updating your website with fresh content as you go to avoid overwhelm
Paying attention to users' search habits
Listen in as Desiree Davis joins Bill Klaproth to share her best advice on making the most of your website.
Get in touch with...2019-03-2040 minMarketing MouthsEp12: Intersection of Social Media and Healthcare: Elissa NaufulUnderstand how you can make social media work for you with Elissa Nauful.In this episode, guest Elissa Nauful shares tips on:
Social listening to know what people are saying about your business, products and services
Taking advantage of social media platforms
Creating a content plan to make meaningful content
Establishing a protocol for handling comments
Understanding the importance of social media for your professional credibility
Paying for reach on social media
Listen in as Elissa Nauful joins Bill Klaproth to share her best advice on social media strategy.
Get in touch with Elissa:2019-03-0640 minMarketing MouthsEp11: Service Line Marketing: Mark MathisLearn how to make the most of service line marketing with Mark Mathis.In this episode, guest Mark Mathis shares tips on:
Determining benchmarks for service line marketing
Journey mapping to understand the patient’s decision-making process
Executing a strategy with the end in mind
Optimizing a campaign
Researching to make the most out of your marketing budget
Handling the traffic your campaign generates
Listen in as Mark Mathis joins Bill Klaproth to share his best advice on service line marketing.Get in touch with Mark:OneMinuteMarketer®Amperage Marketing & FundraisingResources:2019-02-1340 minMarketing MouthsEp10: Storytelling for Internal & External Marketing: Eric HarrisLearn how to use storytelling to pitch your ideas with Eric Harris.In this episode, guest Eric Harris shares tips on:
Using stories to pass ideas from one person to another
Framing your idea in a narrative structure
Putting the Campfire Method to work in your presentations and meetings
Selling an idea versus the selling a physical object
Employing "the movie trailer" to show your idea's value
Listen in as Eric Harris joins Bill Klaproth to share his best advice on using stories for internal and external marketing.Get in touch with Eric:Facebook...2019-01-0940 minMarketing MouthsEp9: Email Marketing: Becky GoplinLearn more about email marketing with Becky Goplin.In this episode, guest Becky Goplin shares tips on:
Meeting your patients where they are
Cutting through the clutter with your emails
Creating a content calendar
Starting an email marketing campaign
Integrating email with CRM
Determining email frequency
Listen in as Becky Goplin joins Bill Klaproth to share her best advice on getting the most out of email marketing.Get in touch with Becky:LinkedInTwitterTea Leaves Health2018-11-2840 minMarketing MouthsEp8: Personas & Patient Journeys: Matt DionLearn more about personas and patient journeys with Matt Dion.In this episode, guest Matt Dion shares tips on:
Creating content by understanding your audience
Targeting your content to your patients’ current needs
Finding out what people go through with health journeys to help them solve their problems
Breaking it down to prevention, treatment and after care so your marketing isn’t opportunistic
Being responsible and accurate with the information you’re presenting
Tying your facility’s expertise to treating health conditions
Listen in as Matt Dion joins Bill Klaproth to share his best advice on using personas and pati...2018-01-3140 minMarketing MouthsEp7: The Art of Connection: Michael GelbLearn more about connecting with others with Michael Gelb.In this episode, guest Michael Gelb shares tips on:
Embracing humility
Being a "glow worm" since emotions are contagious
Shifting out of patterns that prevent you from connection
Freeing yourself up to connect and respond intelligently and effectively to different types of people
Monitoring and adjusting the balance of energy in relationships
Improving your listening skills
Turning friction into momentum
Listen in as Michael Gelb joins Bill Klaproth to share his best advice on the art of connection.Get in touch with Michael:FacebookTwitter2017-12-0640 minMarketing MouthsEp6: Community Engagement: David TytellLearn more about community engagement from David Tytell.In this episode, guest David Tytell shares tips on:
Focusing on an emotional response
Understanding your audience and their personas
Defining your next campaign
Identifying a need
Creating an event for your community
Constructing giveaways to get your audience engaged on social media
Using the tools you have at your disposal right now
Listen in as David Tytell joins Bill Klaproth to share his best advice on community engagement.Get in touch with David:LinkedInFacebookTwitterMIT Medical2017-11-0840 minMarketing MouthsEp5: Self Leadership: Ken BlanchardLearn more about self leadership from Ken Blanchard.In this episode, guest Ken Blanchard shares tips on:
Challenging assumed constraints to remove limitations on yourself
Activating your points of power beyond your work position (personal, task, knowledge, relationship)
Getting what you need to succeed through proactivity
Learning how to express your needs to get what you want
Listen in as Ken Blanchard join Bill Klaproth to share his best advice for your business.Get in touch with Ken:Ken BlanchardFacebookTwitter2017-10-1840 minMarketing MouthsEp4: Video as a Marketing Tool: Chris Eastwood & Todd JohnsonLearn more about video as a marketing tool from Chris Eastwood and Todd Johnson.In this episode, guests Chris Eastwood and Todd Johnson share tips on:
Using video as part of your marketing mix
Getting started with a small project
Telling physician stories for introductory services
Keeping audience attention in a fast-paced society
Recognizing the actual mindset of the older consumer
Considering your brand when you share video
Outsourcing to relieve your internal marketing team
Listen in as Chris Eastwood and Todd Johnson join Bill Klaproth to share her best marketing advice for your business.Get...2017-10-1140 minMarketing MouthsEp3: Creating a Sense of Community: Denise MananasLearn how to your marketing can create a sense of community with Denise Mananas.In this episode, guest Denise Mananas shares tips on:
Telling stories about the people in your business: patients, staff and providers
Building a community internally and externally
Sorting out how to meet the needs of your community through social media
Preparing for negative social media comments by having responses ready
Broadening your reach to build awareness
Keeping your night & weekend staff connected to what happens during the day shifts
Coordinating your marketing efforts through an extensive calendar
Encouraging employee involvement to boost your marketing...2017-09-2240 minMarketing MouthsEp2: Old School Marketing Techniques in Modern Times: Brian Q. DavisLearn how to change your marketing mindset to get the most out of your resources with Brian Q. Davis.In this episode, guest Brian Q. Davis shares tips on:
Changing your mindset as consumer and patient attention changes so you get the most out of your marketing budget
Sorting out how to connect people who are at a high level of uncertainty with the resources that could assist their outcome
Recognizing how many ideal patients are online
Keeping up with the pace of technology, reach and consumer behavior
Investing marketing dollars to align with the objectives of the...2017-09-2140 min
Train Your BodyLove & Marriage: Improving HealthA recent study showed that those who were married were more likely to recover after a heart attack. They also had a shorter hospital stay by about two days.The overall benefit of marriage outweighs the risk if it is a reasonable marriage.Married folks tend to live longer, have less depression and are healthier than those who don't socialize. Socializing isn't based on your number of social media buddies. It's based on people you interact with face-to-face.Knowing you have the support around you during a health event will help your recovery. If...2016-06-2800 minTrain Your BodySleep Restriction Harms Athletic PerformanceA recent study examined the performance of cyclists who were going on reduced sleep. One group had 8-10 hours sleep, while the other got only four hours of sleep per night. Not surprisingly, the sleep deprived cyclists were exhausted sooner and had less power.You need sleep. It affects concentration, learning, and performance of muscle fibers. Sufficient sleep can also help prevent chronic disease.Muscle recovery, replacement, repair and rebuilding takes place when you are sleeping.Get at least eight hours of sleep per night. Try to get 10 hours when you've put...2016-06-2800 minTrain Your BodyIncreasing Fruits & Veggies in Your DietFresh fruits and vegetables are fantastic for skin health. The fibers within are great for you digestive tract. They contain the kind of carbs your body craves. How can you branch out from the bag of salad and sack of apples to stay excited about eating produce?You can buy pre-washed and pre-cut produce and use it in stir fry, soups and salads. There are options for all levels of convenience: fresh, frozen, canned, dehydrated. You can visit farmer's markets and farm stands. Take the kids to a grove or farm where you can pick your...2016-06-2100 minTrain Your BodyHealthy Summer Cocktails & MocktailsSummer is here and hitting some parts of the country with a vengeance. To stay cool and hydrated, you can create some delicious and nutritious cold drinks.Make your own simple syrups to mix into your drinks. Using sugar, agave nectar or stevia, you can make an herb-infused simple syrup. Mix this simple syrup with tea, club soda or juice. Grenadine is pomegranate simple syrup, which you can also make at home.To get the fiber from your fruit and vegetables, make easy smoothies in your blender. Combine fruit and/or vegetables, ice and water.2016-06-2100 minTrain Your BodyAmerican Fitness Index 2016: Bottom of the ListEvery year the American College of Sports Medicine releases the American Fitness Index. This report ranks the fitness of several cities in the United States.Indianapolis bottoms out the list. They've been working steadily to improve walkability and opportunity for physical activity. It takes time to make change. The benefits from the changes they've made will not be evident in the report for years. They rank 50th in personal health indicators. They fall short of the goal for physical activity. Many Southern cities round out the bottom ten. Oklahoma City is number 49. Louisville, Kentucky is 48th...2016-06-1400 minTrain Your BodyAmerican Fitness Index 2016: Top of the ListEvery year the American College of Sports Medicine releases its American Fitness Index (AFI). The AFI ranks the fitness of communities across the country based on extensive research.The AFI analyzes research from various agencies to determine the overall health behavior of a population. Physical activity, level of smoking, and adherence to eating guidelines are all contributing factors to the score a community receives for personal health indicators. The community and environmental indicators include the amount of park land in the city, number of farmer's markets per million, number of pools and recreational resources, and how...2016-06-1400 minTrain Your BodyHigh Protein Diet Can Help You SleepAdults need at least eight hours of sleep per night. You need the energy from that rest and you need sleep support to make healthy food choices.A recent study of 14 obese adults over a few weeks examined the effects of protein on weight loss. Both groups had the same caloric intake, but one group ate low protein diets and the other high. The weight loss in both groups was the same, but high protein participants had better quality sleep and more energy.Protein contains tryptophan, an amino acid you hear mentioned at Thanksgiving as the...2016-05-1700 minTrain Your BodyPerk Yourself Up with ExerciseExercise makes you feel happy.A 15-minute exercise session each day is enough to boost mood and endorphins, get your heart rate up, improve your stress levels, and help regulate your hormones. It also puts stress on your brain so it's able to handle life better.A recent study assessed the effect of exercise on mood. One group exercised and the other didn't. The two groups watched emotional film scenes. The exercisers felt less sad and could shake sadness sooner after the downer film clips. They also felt happier longer from comedic clips.People...2016-05-1700 minTrain Your BodyWeight Training: Heavy vs. RepsIt’s important to have weight training as part of your workout regimen. But, you may wonder which technique is better. Should you stick with light weights and a lot of reps? Maybe you should use heavy weights and use fewer reps. How do you know what’s right for you?You have to look at your personal weight training goals. If you're just getting started, you might stick with lighter weights and more reps. Light weights are good for endurance and toning.If you're working on your strength or building muscle, work with heav...2016-05-1000 minTrain Your BodyAre Your Loved Ones Keeping You Unfit?You know it’s important to exercise so your body stays healthy. You really need to move your body if you spend eight-hour days at a desk. The difficulty is coming home, taking care of a family and staying motivated to get that workout done. Bless their hearts, your family members may be holding you back from getting fit.How can you get fit despite these setbacks?You can recruit your family and friends into your workout routine. When you have a workout buddy, you're more likely to complete your exercise regimen. They will le...2016-05-1000 minTrain Your BodyFitness Rx with the Exercise is Medicine ProgramIn years past, doctors would always ask patients about physical fitness. Getting the body moving is not only great for general health, but it also helps fight chronic disease. Wanting to elevate it to a vital sign, the Exercise is Medicine Program was born.Now, Exercise is Medicine is in 50 countries. Doctors prescribe physical activity as part of treatment plans. Some prescriptions are disease-based so the patients can address chronic disease issues before they worsen.You are your best health advocate. Speak with your doctor about how fitness can improve your health....2016-05-0300 minTrain Your BodyBaby Steps to Getting ActiveEveryone has to start somewhere with physical fitness. If you're just getting going for the first time or returning after some time off, becoming active doesn't have to be a daunting task.Start by taking five minutes to do something. Make it easy on yourself by finding an exercise that interests you and do it for five minutes.Break the ice with baby steps. Show yourself you can pull it off and then go a little further. Get into a routine on a gradient.You may have to make an appointment in your calendar...2016-05-0300 minTrain Your BodySoccer for Silver FoxesA recent study showed that men 65-75 had fitness success by playing recreational soccer. Older folks don't always get into traditional fitness programs (jogging or gym), so soccer is a wonderful alternative.Playing soccer helps with overall fitness. It improves bone density and muscle mass. It's great for endurance and cardio health.More importantly, having fitness buddies helps keep you on track. The men from the study continued playing with the same people a few years after the study ended. For these silver foxes, it was more about fun than it was...2016-04-2600 minTrain Your BodyActivity Equivalent Food LabelingMany restaurants now disclose how many calories each menu option contains. The idea is for diners to weigh their options with caloric value in mind. If you know you should only have 1500 calories a day, you might decide to go for the 500-calorie salad and skip the soft drink instead of the 560-calorie burger and 500-calorie fries.All calories are not created equal. Your body will process 200 calories of lean meat differently from 200 calories of candy. The caloric labeling on menus is a step in the right direction, but it doesn't disclose what it takes to...2016-04-2600 minTrain Your BodyTake It Outside: Fun Outdoor WorkoutsSpring is in the air, and it’s the perfect time to move your workout into the great outdoors. There are many benefits to taking your workout outdoors. You may find yourself exercising for longer and not feeling your workout as much because you’re distracted by blooming flowers and chirping birds. You may burn more calories from the resistance that nature provides. Nature doesn’t require gym fees. And, you can get more vitamin D and rejuvenating fresh air by exercising in the elements.Listen in as fitness experts, Grace DeSimone and Neal Pire, discuss how to...2016-04-1200 minTrain Your BodyYour Fitness Tracker: Friend or Foe?Wearable fitness trackers are great for getting you moving. Your fancy new device will have you motivated and interested in your fitness, at least for a while. You’ll check your steps and calories burned for a bit, hopefully using your device to improve your activity.But, in the end, is your fitness tracker worth the expense? Do you really need all the bells and whistles it claims to have? How reliable is the information it tracks? What is your wearable really telling you?Listen in as fitness experts, Grace DeSimone and Neal Pire break down th...2016-04-1200 minTrain Your BodyWalk with a DocSometimes you need a little extra encouragement to get your body moving. Even the thought of taking a short walk can be exhausting when you aren't used to it. Typically, those who have the least desire to become active are the ones who need it most.Dr. David Sabgir founded Walk with a Doc to encourage people to get active. People can join up with walking groups around the world to get moving in a very welcoming environment. Walkers range from joggers to people with walkers to families with dogs.Dr. Sabgir joins Melanie...2016-04-0500 minTrain Your BodyGet Moving: Benefits of Moderate Physical ActivityYou might think that you need to spend hours and hours in the gym each week to maintain or improve your health. While strength training and gym activities provide their own benefits, you can help your body with just 20 minutes of moderate physical activity per day. Brisk walking is great for those who are not physically prepared to kick things up a notch. Start slowly and build in intensity. If you have a chronic health condition, it’s best to consult with your doctor before undertaking physical activity outside of your norm.Dr. David Sa...2016-04-0500 minTrain Your BodyAccuracy of Wearable Health DevicesTechnology has improved by leaps and bounds when it comes to health tracking. Old school pedometers that would reset if you jumped are now a thing of the past. Cell phones and wearable devices can track heart rate, calories burned and more.However, the accuracy of these wearable devices is questionable. The varying results between devices is okay for tracking workouts. The inconsistency between devices is not ideal for medical purposes.Dr. John Higgins joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss how reliable health devices are for tracking health data.2016-03-1500 minTrain Your BodyGet Off Your Butt: Benefits of Standing DesksThe average desk worker spends almost six hours a day sitting at a desk. The break from sitting is usually for a trip to the water cooler or the copier. Sitting all day for years at a job contributes to chronic diseases, like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and cancer. A quick trip to the gym after work doesn’t balance out the hours of sitting. The commute home, also spent sitting, may even be just as long as that workout at the gym. Standing desks get desk workers on their feet. Standing burns up to...2016-03-1500 minTrain Your BodyQuick & Dirty or Steady in 30?Should you be doing High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) or Low Intensity Steady State Cardio (LISS)? It depends on what you’re hoping to accomplish with your workouts. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) requires you to execute a certain exercise at maximum physical effort for a minute or two. You then rest for two to three minutes. This cycle repeats with different exercises until you are exhausted, which is roughly five times. HIIT includes exercises like burpees, mountain climbers, and jumping jacks. Low Intensity Steady State Cardio (LISS) is aerobic exercise that requires you to...2016-03-0800 minTrain Your BodyVenus vs. Mars: Can Women Strength Train Like Men?All adults should strength train at least twice weekly. Women and men can use the same strength training techniques, but the results will differ. Men typically see greater muscle mass gains than women. Men are also less susceptible to injury, due to increased tendon strength from exercise. Men and women both respond similarly to muscle endurance conditioning. Two to four sets of 10-25 reps, with 30-60 seconds rest between, will improve endurance. Workouts for strength and size are the same for men and women, even though men see greater muscle mass gains...2016-03-0800 minTrain Your BodyDo You Really Need Protein Supplements?The recommend amount of daily protein for Americans is 10-35% of calorie intake. That's roughly 46 grams for women and 56 grams for men.It's not difficult to get the daily recommendation for protein if you consume two to three servings of protein-rich food each day.However, you may find you need to supplement your diet with extra protein, especially if you're exercising at a moderate or intense level.Felicia Stoler, PhD, shares how to get enough protein on a daily basis, as well as if you need to supplement your current diet.2016-02-2300 minTrain Your BodyUpdated Dietary Guidelines: Will the Changes Affect You?Every five years, the Department of Health and Human Services releases updated Dietary Guidelines. This report contains the government's thoughts on how Americans should be eating.What recent changes have been made to the Dietary Guidelines?
Cut back on animal protein. This is especially recommended for men and teen boys, largely because they are not consuming enough produce.
Cut added sugars. The report recommends cutting sugar intake to 10% of your daily calorie intake. This means cutting added sugar from coffee and limiting sweets.
No need to limit cholesterol. There is no longer a limit of 300 mg...2016-02-2300 minTrain Your BodyResolution Pit-StopIt’s mid-February... the time when so many fall off the fitness wagon. It's not too late to get back to those goals and make progress.How can you stay on target with your 2016 fitness goals?Listen in as fitness experts, Grace DeSimone and Neal Pire, share some tips that will keep you on target, help you achieve your goals, and prevent you from becoming a victim of the six-week slip.2016-02-0900 minTrain Your BodyTraining with Your Better HalfWith Valentine’s Day around the corner, you might be considering ways to spend more time with your partner. You might also want your partner to be more active, so why not work out together?But, is that really a good idea? Should you train with your partner?Listen in as fitness experts, Grace DeSimone and Neal Pire, share the he-said/she-said perspective on training with your better half.2016-02-0900 minTrain Your BodyCardiorespiratory Fitness in Young Adults Prevents Early DeathA recent study that was posted by JAMA Internal Medicine found that young adults who participated in cardiorespiratory fitness had lower chances of developing cardiovascular disease and avoided the potential for early death. Researchers looked at 4,872 adults who were between the ages of 18 and 30. The study involved the participants using treadmill exercises from March of 1985 to June 1986, as well as 2,472 individuals who were tested seven years later. What did the researchers find? Out of the 4,872 participants, 273 died and 193 experienced cardiovascular disease during the follow-up tests. Among the 273 deaths, 200 were non-cardiovascular. How can...2016-02-0200 minTrain Your BodyOverweight & Obesity Early in Life Increases Risk of Cardiac DeathA study recently published in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology found that being overweight or obese while in adulthood contributed to an increased risk of sudden cardiac death. Researchers used data from the Nurses’ Health Study, which looked at 72,484 women during a 32-year span (1980 to 2012). Researchers looked at the relation between body mass index (BMI) and weight gain and the risk for sudden cardiac death, death from coronary heart disease, and non-fatal heart attacks. What did the researchers find? Over the 32-year period of the study, researchers found 445 cases of sudden cardiac death, 1,286 cases of...2016-02-0200 minTrain Your BodyWeight & Exercise Affect Children's Cognitive DevelopmentHealthy development is crucial for your child. A recent study conducted by Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University found that your child's weight and activity level has an impact on his or her's ability to think.Researchers looked at 45 normal-weight children that were between the ages of seven and 11. Of these children, 25 were active and 20 weren't.What did researchers find?Results showed that children who were lean and active scored better on cognitive tests than the inactive and overweight children.What else did the researchers find?...2016-01-1900 minTrain Your BodyGot Obesity? Get Fitbit & Stay MotivatedAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one-third (78.6 million) of U.S. adults are obese.A recent study conducted by the University of Wisconsin Madison found that using a Fitbit can help postmenopausal obese women stay motivated to lose weight.The participants included 25 overweight or obese postmenopausal women, and each received a 16-week technology-based intervention that used the Fitbit physical activity tracker and website.The overall study's goal was for 150 minutes/week of moderate and intense physical activity; however, individual goals were reset after week four based on progress....2016-01-1900 minTrain Your BodyJust ONE Energy Drink May Boost Heart Disease Risk in Young AdultsWhen you're running on five hours of sleep and the long list of things you need to get done isn't getting any shorter, it can be extremely tempting to reach for an energy drink to boost your energy levels.However, just one energy drink comes with a risk.According to a study by the American Heart Association, drinking one 16-ounce energy drink boosts blood pressure and the stress hormone responses in young, healthy adults.What else did the research find?Listen in as John Higgins, MD, shares information from the recent study...2015-12-1500 minTrain Your BodyPopping Champagne? Health Benefits of BubblyWhether you're celebrating at a wedding, or toasting to the New Year, champagne might be your go-to drink.It turns out that there may actually be some health benefits from popping bottles. For example, while a glass of wine usually contains 120 calories, a four-ounce glass of champagne contains only 90 calories.A recent study also found that drinking one to three glasses of champagne a week can help delay the onset of dementia and memory loss.Will you be toasting to good health this year?Listen in as John Higgins, MD, shares the...2015-12-1500 minTrain Your BodyHandling Holiday Stress with ExerciseDuring the months of October to January, you're at an increased risk of gaining weight and losing sight of your health and fitness goals.In fact, during the holiday season, the average person gains one to two pounds and people who are already overweight can gain close to five pounds.What are some tips to help avoid weight gain and to stay on track during the holidays?Listen in as fitness experts Grace Desimone and Neal Pire share the best fitness strategies for the holiday season.2015-12-0800 minTrain Your BodyDon't Let the Holidays Sabotage Your Health & FitnessThroughout the holidays, it can be extremely tempting to just embrace the food and alcohol that surround you. You may think you can give yourself a break and that you'll start "fresh" in the New Year.Even though this plan sounds appealing, it could actually backfire and set you back further in your health and fitness goals.You might also be thinking the extreme opposite, pushing yourself at an unhealthy rate. Working out constantly while not getting enough food can be dangerous and unhealthy.How can you find a balance and not...2015-12-0800 minTrain Your BodyExercises You Can Do at the AirportWhen you're traveling and are expected to be somewhere at a certain time, it can be extremely frustrating when your flight has become delayed.To pass the time and help ease stress, you might want to consider doing some exercises. In fact, many airports offer exercise rooms and health clubs for passengers waiting for their flights.What are some exercises you can do while stuck at an airport?Listen in as Christopher George Berger, PhD, shares simple yet effective workouts you can do in an airport if you have some time to kill.2015-12-0100 minTrain Your BodyHoliday Travel: How to Stay Healthy Up in the AirDuring one of the busiest times of the year, getting sick at an airport might be the last thing you want to worry about.You may try to avoid getting sick while traveling by taking care of your health before you take off. But, with airborne illnesses, new environments, and typically unhealthy foods, it can be difficult to prevent.How can you stay healthy during your holiday travels?Listen in as Christopher George Berger, PhD, shares how you can stay healthy while traveling during the holiday season.2015-12-0100 minTrain Your BodyTop Features to Consider in a Heart Rate MonitorHeart rate monitoring can be extremely beneficial for your overall health. For example, high resistance intervals are an effective method for improving the aerobic qualities of fast twitch fibers through constant oxygen delivery to your muscles.However, before buying a heart rate monitor, there are some things you need to be aware of. What are some of the features you should look for when purchasing a heart rate monitor?Listen in as George Centeio, MA, shares the benefits of heart rate monitoring, as well as what you should look for when you...2015-11-1700 minTrain Your BodyHeart Rate Monitoring 101: Learn the BasicsWithin the past few years, heart rate monitoring has become a popular fitness trend.Monitoring your heart rate can be used to measure how hard you're working during an exercise, and track changes in your fitness level. Cardiac intervals are a high-intensity option for increasing the power of the cardiac muscle and its mitochondrial density.Why would you want to consider using this method of fitness?Listen in as George Centeio, MA, shares the basics of heart rate monitoring.2015-11-1700 minTrain Your BodyTop Fitness Trends in 2016: Apps, Wearable Tech & MoreThe annual survey of worldwide fitness trends is now in its 10th year, and this go-around has some very surprising results.Back in 2014, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) took over the number-one spot, which was previously long-held by educated, certified, and experienced fitness professionals (in that position since 2008 and now at number five).Body weight training took over the number-one spot for 2015 but fell to number two in 2016 behind newcomer wearable technology.The 2016 ACSM Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends continues to support previous trends, with two additional trends appearing in the top 20: flexibility and mobility...2015-11-1000 minTrain Your BodyTop Fitness Trends in 2016If you're trying to lose weight or transform your life into a healthier one, you might have thought about using a wearable device that tracks your running mileage, calories burned, and your average heart rate.The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has announced its annual fitness trend forecast, and, for the first time, exercise pros say wearable technology will be the top trend in fitness. The results were released in the article "Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends for 2016: 10th Anniversary Edition" published in the November/December issue of ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal®.What can you e...2015-11-1000 minTrain Your BodyBurning Questions You're Dying to Ask Your TrainerWhether it's losing weight before a big event (class reunion), or just trying to get back in the swing of working out, you may have hired a personal trainer to help you with your specific goals.You may be dying to ask your personal trainer certain questions, like how quickly will you be seeing results?Listen in as fitness experts Grace Desimone and Neal Pire answer the most common questions that you may want to ask your personal trainer.2015-11-1000 minTrain Your BodyWork, Pedal & Be HappyYou might have heard how bad sitting can be for your health. Unfortunately, you might be spending most of your time sitting at work, and you might find it difficult to stay active throughout the workday. What if there was a way to get some exercise in while you were at the office?By providing workers with a portable pedaling device, researchers have discovered that inspiring office employees to be active at work could be as easy as pedaling a bike... and they don't even have to leave their desks.Listen in...2015-11-0300 minTrain Your BodyActivity Trackers Not as Accurate for Some ActivitiesIf you're trying to lose weight or keep better track of your calorie intake and how many calories you're burning, fitness trackers can be great.Activity trackers can provide a good overall estimate of calories burned, but a new study finds they're less accurate when measuring certain activities, such as strength training.Listen in as John Higgins, MD, shares why your activity tracker could be great for monitoring certain activities, but not strength training. He also discusses if there is a way to accurately measure your activity level during strength training.2015-11-0300 minTrain Your BodyMeat & Cancer: What's the Real Risk?Meat can be a great source of protein, B vitamins and minerals like iron and zinc. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) is suggesting that eating red meat and processed meat can increase your risk for cancer.The WHO indicated in their report that 50 grams of processed meat a day can increase your chance of developing colorectal cancer by 18 percent.Processed meat is labeled as such when something has been added to the meat product in order to extend shelf life or change the taste (for example, when a meat is smoked, cured, or has added...2015-10-2700 minTrain Your BodyAdult Halloween: Non-Candy TreatsHalloween isn't just for kids; adults also can participate in the fun festivities that take place every October.Whether dressing up in costumes, watching scary movies with festive foods, or having parties with their friends, most people enjoy Halloween.However, Halloween can also be the beginning of a failing dieting plan.In fact, Americans eat approximately 24 pounds of candy every year. How can you enjoy Halloween without the dent in your diet?Felicia Stoler, PhD, shares the non-candy treats that are surprisingly healthy and won't cause your diet to go haywire.2015-10-2700 minTrain Your BodyEat Slow, then FastWhat you eat is an essential part of achieving and maintaining good health. What you may not know is that when and how you eat can be just as important. This is especially true if your goal is to lose weight.Here are two ways that changing the way you eat can help you lose weight and keep it off:First, eating more slowly can help you limit the amount of food you eat. In addition to controlling how much food you consume, eating slower is a good way to enjoy meals...2015-10-2000 minTrain Your BodyBreaking the Diet ChainMaking changes to diet and exercise habits for weight loss or to improve health and fitness can be one of the most difficult behavior modifications to undertake.Making lasting changes (think years, not weeks or months), means that these behaviors must be maintained, and success depends on much more than simply following a diet or exercise program.Perhaps the most important tool for promoting long-term behavior changes is preventing a slip-up from happening. For example, a bad day or bad week of sticking to your diet is considered a slip-up, or even a relapse.2015-10-2000 minTrain Your BodyCan Social Media Motivate You to Exercise?Even though you may not like how obsessed our society has become with social media, a new study shows that it might actually be beneficial when it comes to your health.A study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and published in the journal Prevention Medicine Reports found that social networks can actually help you stay motivated to work out, especially during cold months.In a randomized controlled trial, researchers created a website where 217 graduate students enrolled in free exercise classes. Some of the participants received promotional messages (including motivational videos and infographics on...2015-10-1300 minTrain Your BodyHow to Stay Motivated for Winter WorkoutsWhen the weather gets a little colder, it's easy to find any excuse to stay curled up on the couch and skip your workout.The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity, five days per week, and 8-10 strength training exercises (with 8-12 repetitions of each) twice per week to maintain good health.During the winter, you can either opt for walking at an indoor track, using a gym for stationary bikes or treadmills, or work out inside your home.Michele Stanton, Walking Coach, joins Melanie...2015-10-1300 minTrain Your BodyHigh-Intensity Training: Good for Men, Not Women?High intensity interval training (HIIT) is often recommended as a way to improve cardiovascular fitness in men and women.However, studies on these exercise regimens have focused on younger subjects. Researchers looked at whether HIIT effects were the same for older males and females as those noted in younger adults and found significant differences in the results in men and women.What are some exercises that women can do to achieve results?John Higgins, MD, discusses why HIIT might work better for men than for women, as well as other exercises women can do...2015-10-0600 minTrain Your BodyHow Alcohol Can Blow Your Diet & Spark Excessive Weight GainEven if you save going out with your partner or friends for the weekend, sipping on too many cocktails just one or two nights a week can have drastic consequences on your diet.You may not realize it, but alcoholic beverages can be packed with calories. In fact, a five-ounce glass of red or white wine contains about 120 calories, a 12-ounce beer has about 150 calories, and a 1.5-ounce shot of 80-proof liquor has about 100 calories.Alcohol also lowers your blood sugar, which can cause you to rummage around your kitchen looking for something to eat.2015-10-0600 minTrain Your BodyMuscle Cramps: Fatigue or Electrolyte Deficiency?Even though pulling a muscle isn't considered life threatening, it still can be a huge pain.Muscle cramping can keep you from exercising, or from reaching any goals that you've previously set for yourself.But, why do muscle cramps happen? Is it from overuse (fatigue) or do you have something a little more serious like an electrolyte deficiency?Listen in as Michael F. Bergeron, PhD, FACSM, shares whether or not your muscle cramping is derived from fatigue or electrolyte deficiencies.2015-09-2200 minTrain Your BodyHow to Make Athletics Balanced & FunIf you or someone you love is involved in athletics, you know how important it is to keep your health safe and your body injury-free.You may also know the importance of getting your child involved in athletics at a younger age in order to help them seek the benefits of both physical activity and social interaction. However, trying to keep athletics fun in order for your child to stay interested over the years can be a challenge.Michael F. Bergeron, PhD, FACSM, shares how you can find ways to make athletics balanced and...2015-09-2200 minTrain Your BodyU.S. Surgeon General Urges More Walking for Optimal HealthRecently, the U.S. Surgeon General launched a campaign to help address major health epidemics like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.With only 22 minutes a day of walking, you can drastically decrease your risk of serious health issues later in life. However, a 2013 study by the U.S. Department of Transportation found that three out of 10 Americans reported there were no sidewalks along any streets in their neighborhood. Another barrier that doesn't allow many people in communities to walk is violence or the perception of violence.The U.S. Surgeon General is urging community p...2015-09-1500 minTrain Your BodyWhen Less Is MoreIf you have a specific goal weight in mind, or if you're counting down the days until a huge life event, it might be time to increase your fitness routine.Oftentimes, people think they need to increase their fitness routines by simultaneously working out several times a day and decreasing the amount of calories they consume. However, focusing your attention on doing more may actually backfire and end up causing an injury or burnout.How do you know when enough is enough?Fitness experts Neal Pire and Grace Desimone share why less...2015-09-0800 minTrain Your BodyWhat Is Your Trainer Really Thinking?There are many reasons you may hire a personal trainer. For example, you may need someone to help motivate you through your workouts. When you're out of breath and dripping with sweat, do you ever wonder what your trainer is thinking?Even if you think your lifestyle habits aren't so bad, your trainer might think otherwise.But, will your trainer ever tell you what he or she is really thinking?Listen in as fitness experts Neal Pire and Grace Desimone share the top three fitness instructor thoughts.2015-09-0800 min