Move Better

Lolita is a certified Stress Management Coach and Life Coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator and the author of a book "Crush Stress While You Work", which give tips and tricks on how to stay energized, organized and happy. You can find her wonderful book on Amazon In this episode we dive into many tips to help manage stress, putting yourself first to help manage stress, and how to make stress y...

Brendon Rearick is a strength coach in the Bay area of CA.  He has a mission to have exercise as the most prescribed medication. His newly released book "Coaching Rules: A How-to Manual For a Successful Career in Strength and Fitness" is a must read for all strength coaches, and I believe it's a must read for anyone interested in fitness. Brendon can be reached at https://www.brendonrearick.c...

In this interview with Bruce Kelly, a strength coach from just outside of Philadelphia.  Bruce has an incredibly unique opportunity to build a fitness program in a hospital setting which will provide actual preventative medicine. We discuss the benefits of strength training for all aspects of health and how important it is for female athletes. I love his description of mobilty "the ability to...

In this episode I talk with Corey Jung of Upright Movement. We had an amazing discussion on what healthy movement for life really means and how important it is to maintain your vehicle that is your body. To learn more about Corey you can find him at: https://uprightmovement.com/resources/ https://uprightmovement.com/about/ https://uprightmovement.com/contact/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-jung...

Bruce Cohn is the owner of Bruce Cohn Fitness in Newburyport MA. We talk about how fitness for athletes is the same as for older adults who are not currently competing. The difference is the load and intensity needed.  He is offering a 21 day challenge with loads of information about eating clean, and exercises you can do at home. To learn more about the Eat Clean, Get Lean 21-day Challenge:...

How do you get started with an exercise routine? Just get started. Be consistent with small steps and you will progress. Be patient with yourself.  If you're interested in improving your movement from home, join Yogability: a new virtual class that combines components of mobility and strength. Send me an email to get the link to sign up. Email Laura@MoveBetterLLC.com Facebook group: https://w...

I started doing telehealth in March 2020 out of necessity. I continue it because I find it almost easier to watch someone move, to have a 1:1 conversation with my clients and because I can spend more time with a client when I take out the travel factor. if you're interested in scheduling a call to find out if telehealth and/or virtual fitness will work for you sign up for a free discovery call htt...

I don't like making resolutions anymore. I always seem to disappoint myself in the process. In this episode I talk about the 21 things I plan to do in 2021. What is on your to do list for the next year? Are you making a plan to move forward? How will you check in and stay accountable for your list? Send me an email and let me know Laura@MoveBetterLLC.com For more exercises you can do at home, chec...

Today I welcome Keyonni Adams of Keyp it Fit. Key is a physical therapy student and health and fitness coach in Ct. We talk about her journey from being a college basketball player to weight gain after stopping basketball and leading her to her own venture into health and fitness. We cover topics from enjoying the process vs only working for the outcome  to meal prep, working with a coach and...

Thank you for listening. In today's episode I talk about why changing your routine around matters and how you can plan now for a goal you have, thru the year.  To get Move Better's  free guide to Health and Fitness, please go to  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oSCD4wHok9O0tF02-BS4F1sea0SU8kEb/view?usp=sharing If you would like to know more about how to work periodization into your...

In this episode, I talk with physical therapist David Bayliff. David owns Bayliff Integrated Wellness in Phoenix Arizona. David gives some excellent pointers for how to stay fit while at home from chair squats to dancing to your favorite song. The key takeaway for me was that we need to find joy in everything that we do, including our movement practice. Reminder, I'm hosting a workshop on Wednesda...

Back pain is prevelent, but it doesn't have to be debilitating. Listen to what your body feels like. Start to be aware of which positions relieve pain or increase pain, and then challenge yourself with other activities. If it gets too much find the comfortable position. Movement has been shown to be more helpful in managing pain than rest. You may need to move slowly until you are comfortable.s Le...

"It's all in how you approach activity. If it's play to you then it is play"  You can reach Maria at www. TakeShape.net or on Instagram @takeaction.takeshape

This is a fantastic episode with Rocky Snyder, owner of Rocky's Fitness Center in Santa Cruz, CA. Give it a listen, leave a review and if you like it hit subscribe.  Let me know your biggest takeaway...I can't pick just one :) You can find all of Rocky's contact info here linktr.ee/rockysnyder

Marcia is a pilates instructor and restorative exercise specialist. She uses NKT and AiM in her work. Marcia has done a great job during the Covid crises at continuing her classes and training sessions via Zoom. She gives some excellent advice on easy things to incorporate at home. You can find her at Website www.kenshobodyandmind.com Facebook @Kenshobodyandmind And on Instagram @themovementexplor...

Shawn Kitzman is a massage therapist and movement coach. We talk about Shawn's journey in fitness, the importance of setting goals, the benefits of having a coach and how he works with baseball players to help keep them on the field. Shawn can be reached at: website http://www.shawnkitzman.com/ On Instagram @thepitchingnerd  and on Facebook @snrgymovementtherapycasestudy As always, if you lik...

NKT, AiM and ID are 3 incredible systems I use to help people move easier and better. In my upcoming episodes, I will interview practitioners who also incorporate some of these into their own practice. In this episode, you will learn a little more about the systems. If you'd like to find someone near you who works with these, or if you're interested in taking a course, check out the links below.&n...

In this episode, Shawn and I talk about how finances can impact stress and therefore your overall health. He talks about the importance of finding out where you are at and creating a plan for the future; why life insurance is important and the different types of life insurance. He can be reached at 508-335-2630 or stidd@primerica.com And as always you can reach me at laura@movebetterllc.com on Fac...

In this episode, Mike and I talk about how important nutrition is to meet your fitness goals. Mike can be reached @Mikesabo_bjj or @strengthandbodyoptimization  And you definitely want to check out his exercise videos that will help keep you motivated and moving forward :) If you have questions or comments, or if there is a topic you would like to hear more about, you can reach me by email la...

In this episode I talk with JoJo and Cory Rankin of RFamily Strong about the importance not only of what we communicate, but also how when we talk with our significant others about fitness and life.  The R Family Mission   R Family Strong We are Cory and JoJo Rankin, Founders of R family Strong LLC. We help married entrepreneurs keep their marriage and business alive. As marriage coaches...

Do you get flustered when everything doesn't go as planned? I know I do.  I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Dr Katrina Kneeskern. Due to technical difficulties I feel like I cut this one short. And I  can't wait to have Dr K back on again! If you would like to learn more about Dr Kneeskern, check out all her sites (Instagram, Podcast, Facebook group, email) at linktr.ee/Doctorkatrina816...

What a fun time I had talking with Dr. Mason West about strength and conditioning.  If you would like to learn more from Mason, you can find him on Instagram @Dr. MasonWest_sportspt ( https://www.instagram.com/dr.masonwest_sportspt/ ) For more fitness and movement tips or conversation, come join the Facebook group LT's Unique Movement Beauties https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTsUniqueMovement...

Exercise helps our mental health and our mental health is may affect our fitness. One thing we'll dive into more as we go forward is the benefit of meditation on our fitness routines. What questions do you have? Let me know and I'll make sure we talk about it going forward. You can reach me at Laura@MoveBetterLLC.com And for more info..my Guide to Health and Fitness is https://move-better-llc.myka...

We go, go go in our lives...and usually in our fitness routines too. Are you getting enough rest? Is it really important? What does your body feel like? That will be your answer. For my Guide to Health and Fitness go here: https://move-better-llc.mykajabi.com/health-and-fitness-tips To reach me by email Laura@MoveBetterLLC.com

Maybe I should have made this episode 1 lol...but for real, if you aren't aware of what you're eating, you're likely going to struggle with your fitness. In this episode I only touch the surface. There are many options out there...which is right for you? I look forward to diving into this topic as we go forward. For my free Guide to Health and Fitness go here: https://move-better-llc.mykajabi.com/...