To Your Health

We’ve all said it: I’m starting over.

After the holidays, after vacation, after Monday… but here’s the truth: you’re probably not really starting from scratch.

In this episode, I share a simple reframe that takes away the guilt and pressure of “starting over” by helping you see it for what it really is: repairing cracks in your foundation.

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Qigong is the best form of stress relief you’ve never heard of. But that changes with this episode of the To Your Health podcast.

Chris Shelton joins me to explain what Qigong is, why it works so well for stress management, and how emotions actually get “stuck” in the body.

You’ll learn a complete 5-minute “Emotional Reset” routine you can start using today, plus simple emergency techniques for those moments when stress feels overwhe...

Skipping meals can sound like a simple way to cut calories, but it doesn’t always work out that way.

In this episode, I break down the pros and cons of skipping meals, why it can sometimes lead to overeating, and what to think about before trying approaches like intermittent fasting.

If you’ve ever wondered whether skipping meals helps or hurts your goals, this episode will help you sort it out.

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Dr. Ebonie Vincent, internationally recognized foot and ankle surgeon and star of TLC’s My Feet Are Killing Me, joins me to talk about how to keep our feet strong, mobile, and pain-free as we age.

We cover common conditions like bunions, hammertoes, arthritis, and plantar fasciitis—including what causes them, who’s at risk, and what can be done to treat or prevent them.

Dr. Vincent also shares practical, proactive tips for protecting...

If you’ve ever tried to build a new habit only to feel like it falls apart, you’re not alone.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple mindset shifts that will help you rethink habit change and stick with it for the long run.

You’ll learn how to take the pressure off, let go of unrealistic expectations, and reframe setbacks so they don’t derail your progress.

Whether you’re working on drinking less, moving more, or any other change, thes...

Jessica Maren, speaker, writer, and entrepreneur, joins me to talk about how to protect your mental health in today’s social media-driven world.

We dig into the four primary habits you need to change for healthier, more intentional online use, plus user-friendly ways to build these habits into your daily life.

Jessica Maren is a successful speaker, writer, entrepreneur, director, executive, and investor. An expert at being a beginner...

Remember last year when I ran a marathon and said I'd probably never do it again?

Well I did...plus another 5 or so miles!

This episode is a recap of my first ULTRA marathon.

If you're curious why someone would want to run for 30+ miles of trails, what training is like, what I learned, and how I feel now that it's in the rearview, listen in!

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Corrie LoGiudice helps women become confident leaders by tackling the real root of burnout—overwhelm.

In this episode, she breaks down the 5 Overwhelm Culprits™ and how each one affects your confidence, clarity, and momentum.

You’ll learn a simple framework to manage stress and take action, even on tough days.

Corrie also shares two powerful psychological triggers that drive change—and how to use them with intention.

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Sometimes the difference between making progress and staying stuck comes down to one word: can't vs. didn't.

In this bite-sized episode, I share a real-life example from a hectic travel day that made me realize how often we tell ourselves something “wasn’t possible” when the truth is… we just didn’t do it.

We’ll talk about why this subtle language shift matters for your mindset, your results, and your ability to take ownershi...

If you’ve been told to cut out foods like gluten, dairy, or soy for health reasons, you know how overwhelming that transition can be.

In this episode, Nina Blake shares how to navigate food restrictions without feeling deprived—and how to keep meals flavorful, satisfying, and joyful.

We talk about the emotional side of dietary changes, tips for cooking and socializing with confidence, and how to make restricted eating feel less restr...

Most of us struggle with the same challenges when it comes to making consistently healthy choices.

And fortunately, the majority of them can be solved by developing 2 skills.

Learn the 2 Ps and how to start practicing them in your day-to-day life to get better results with less effort.

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Orphaned by the age of eight, Hanan Merabi learned early on what it meant to mother herself. Today, she’s a nurse leader, author, and founder of Earth’s Angels—and she’s on a mission to help others build the kind of self-belief that carried her through every hardship.

In this powerful conversation, Hanan shares how she turned pain into purpose and why self-belief became the most essential tool in her personal “toolbox.”

We talk about...

I put myself through a fat-loss phase a while back and wanted to give you a glimpse into what I did, how I felt, and what I learned that I think can help you during your own "surges".

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To celebrate the one-year anniversary of my book To Your Health, we’re doing something a little different.

Guest host Deborah Mallow takes the interviewer’s chair to share her perspective as a reader, highlighting favorite passages and asking me about the ideas behind them.

We talk about how the book goes beyond workouts and diets to the everyday choices that shape our health, confidence, and quality of life.

You’ll hear Deborah’s hon...

Your health toolbox doesn’t have to be tidy to be useful.

In this episode, I’m sharing a relatable metaphor about how the strategies and habits that support your health can feel disorganized or forgotten—and why that’s perfectly normal.

Just like a real toolbox, sometimes you need to dig around, bring things into the light, and remember what’s already there.

You don’t need to use every tool all the time. You just need the right one fo...

What can we learn from the world’s top athletes about energy, recovery, and living better, longer?

Dr. Mark Kovacs joins me to break down the habits and strategies that high performers use—and how to make them work in real life, even with a busy schedule.

From quick recovery tactics to simple shifts that boost daily energy, you’ll walk away with actionable tips you can implement today.

This episode will show you how to apply the same ...

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just need to eat better” or “I have to get back on track,” this episode is for you.

I’m breaking down a simple 3-prompt framework you can use to stop spinning in vague self-talk and start making real progress with your habits.

You’ll hear real-life examples—like emotional eating, skipped workouts, and “being good” on the weekend—and how to turn those moments into specific actions you can actually foll...

I’m joined by psychotherapist and podcast host Dana Skaggs for a practical look at Internal Family Systems — a therapy model that helps explain why we so often feel like we’re battling different voices inside our own heads.

Dana breaks down what IFS is, how it can help you better understand your inner critic, and why recognizing your internal "parts" can be a powerful tool for navigating anxiety, boundaries, self-sabotage,...

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 3 stages of mastery—beginner, intermediate, and master—and why the middle one is often the hardest.

You’ll learn why it’s normal to need rules and structure when you’re starting out, why questioning those rules is part of growth, and why true mastery brings you back to the basics.

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