Wilding Fifty: Surf Tales

What does life actually look like when your metabolic health is restored? Christine paints a vivid picture of what becomes possible in twelve weeks, from stable energy and restful sleep to a new relationship with food and the confidence that comes from knowing your own body. A warm invitation to begin. Connect with me at christinefoerster.com

Wilding Menopause is the evolution of Wilding Fifty: Surf Tales. Host Christine Foerster, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Metabolic Balance Coach, returns with a new focus: what it actually takes to feel well in perimenopause and menopause. Every episode we talk about metabolic health, hormones, blood sugar, sleep, stress, and the practical tools that actually move the needle. We hear from re...

If you have been doing everything right and still aren’t feeling well, this episode is for you. Christine explores why most programs fail women in perimenopause and menopause and introduces the root cause approach that changes everything. Topics include metabolic health, hormonal shifts, blood sugar dysregulation, and why addressing the foundation matters more than chasing symptoms. Connect with m...

Your body is built entirely from the food you eat. In this episode Christine explores the essential amino acids, why protein matters more than ever in perimenopause and menopause, and how to build a complete protein profile from both animal and plant sources. Topics include muscle loss, sarcopenia, bioavailability, sprouting and soaking, and the Metabolic Balance approach to personalized protein....

Why is there so much drama around something that should bring us joy? Christine explores the biology of perimenopause and menopause, the hormonal shifts that affect metabolism and brain function, and the case for returning to simple, nourishing whole food eating. Topics include blood sugar regulation, the evolution of the modern diet, ultra processed foods, polyphenols, and the food and mood journ...

Christine is joined by Gina D'Amora, a yoga instructor and self-described poster child for eighties fast food, for an honest and entertaining conversation about menopause, weight gain, and what whole food nutrition actually looks like in a real life kitchen with a family that is not on the program. Seventeen pounds lighter, sleeping deeply, and with an understanding of Wilding Menopause you w...

In this episode with Heather Cameron, we discuss how she uses local space and resources to create Cameron Fitness Beach Boot Camp , why baby buggies and boot camp do go together, growing from injury, her favorite surfboard, learning to surf the old school way, fear and motherhood, why strength training matters, and how to create a passion project. Heather reminds us that good things come to those...

In this episode with Maleeka Manurasada we discuss her work with HEAL Food Alliance and working in right relationship with the earth, how her unconventional childhood taught her the importance of presence and capturing life with an artistic lens, how to polar plunge your way to a better mood and why the press up is everything when learning to surf. Come with me as we peek through Maleeka’s lens of...

This is the first of a two part episode recorded on La Misión Surf Trip with the Surf Continuum . When I was in the very beginning stages of learning to surf, I was completely clueless about surf etiquette and all of the rudimentary steps that precede actually standing on a surfboard. Then, I found KookCast , hosted by the Surf Continuum and everything started to make sense. Coaches Chris and Ev d...

In this episode with Steve Lang, we discuss how his 30 years of work in law enforcement has profoundly changed how he sees the world, why he had to reinvent himself after retirement, how he learned to surf at 62, his commitment to yoga practice, surfing between the winter storms and how to surf like your 14 again. Steve is living proof that with perseverance and play, you can reinvent yourself at...

In this episode with Stephen Back we discuss his drumming for the Suede Denim Secret Police, facing addiction with presence, staying motivated to surf in winter, embracing your inner kook, and surfing naked. Steven bares it all with warmth and a good dose of humor. Highlights: [00:00] Drumming for the Suede Denim Secret Police [2:54] Facing addiction with presence [6:50] Drumming and surfing [11:3...

In this episode with Heather Moreau we discuss her adventures with shooting international destination weddings, becoming the master of your own time as an entrepreneur, putting systems in place to get your trail running, backpacking, surfing, snowboarding, and yoga in, and weaving a family culture in the great outdoors. Come with me as we delve into Heather’s rich and meaningful life. Highlights:...

In this week’s episode with Bamboo Bob we discuss the wide diversity and uniqueness of his nursery Pura Vida Tropicals, how he builds soil with local resources, how awareness is everything when learning to surf and learning to live well, his karma initiator, swimming with aliens and his 60 year history of surfing. You don’t want to miss this one, Bamboo Bob’s enthusiasm is electrifying! Episode Hi...

This week’s podcast is a special one to my heart because I interview my surf pal, the one who has consistently met me about once a week to surf together for the past year. We talk about the importance of a surf pal for commitment, enthusiasm, surfing year round, being the witness to one another’s growth, exploring new locations together, boogie boarding, running, motherhood, and finding liberation...

In this week’s episode with Riley Owens, we talk about surfing with women, her top rules for surf etiquette, how a lifetime of sports led her to pick up surfing as an adult, living in a trailer and living frugally to gain 5 months of freedom every year, and her love of mentoring the next generation of women surfers. Riley sheds grace on all of these subjects. Highlights : 00:00] Surfing with women...

In this episode with Jeff Kraus, we discuss how he fixes and builds everything himself, his mini museum garage of old stuff, why he tells his kids to go for the scary waves, his move to a short board at age 40, and how his entrepreneurial work ethic has inspired his daughters. If you have any doubts about what you can learn and achieve, I promise that Jeff will encourage you to at least give it a...

In this episode with Kim Novak, we discuss how working at a surf retreat in Indonesia challenged her to be quick and bold with her surfing, how she learned to catch shorebreak waves and bigger waves, her transition from long boarding to short boarding, her work as a Reiki practitioner, and why she follows the Ayurvedic lifestyle. For all of you beginner’s out there, Kim will inspire you to get ser...

In this episode with Cat Martinez, we discuss how her beloved truck has been her key to freedom, how surf trips are in fact work trips, the importance of board control, getting hit in the nose and hit by stingrays, and why she follows the sun food diet. Cat will enrapture you with her wisdom and warmth. I hope you will listen. Highlights: [00:00]  A beloved truck [04:29] Surfing as a work trip [13...

In this episode with Erich Schiefelbine, we talk about handling high stress with surfing and yoga, how being a missionary in Ecuador inspired him to fight for social justice and become a lawyer, why he teaches yoga in Spanish, and his secret to finding peace. Erich will expand your horizons, sit back and enjoy! Episode Highlights: Handling high stress through yoga and surf Surfing, the ocean based...

In this episode with Leah Conroy, we discuss the value of intense focus and consistent practice in the art of learning. Leah’s experience is vast. She began as a windsurfer in the San Francisco Bay and moved on to surfing in the rough waters of Ocean Beach. She worked as a biotech scientist at Harvard Medical School and a surgical technologist at Stanford, both of which impressed upon her the impo...

In this episode with Ryan Paradee, we talk about intentional life design, transitioning from snowboarding to surfing, his enthusiasm for longboarding, hunting for good waves, co-owning the Surf Board Collective , and dealing with imposter syndrome along the way. Ryan is honest, heartfelt and imparts many life lessons in this engaging interview. I hope you will listen! Episode Highlights: [00:00] I...

In this episode with Jamison “Ratty” Johnson, we discuss how living in a van has allowed him to simplify his life so that he can focus on his passions; surfing, travel and yoga. He shares some helpful tips for beginners and reminds us why we are all here, it’s the stoke. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Life in a Van. Keeping things simple to keep it real [04:05] Staying Light. Intermittent fasting [06...

In this episode we cover a wide range of topics with Diana Tsai from drought tolerant gardening, to short boarding, to how her training as a physical therapist informed how to get into paddling shape and deal with surfing injuries. I hope you enjoy this conversation. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Weed Meditation, growing worms and drought tolerant gardening [08:35]  Decent wave, minimal crowd. Our s...

In this first episode of the Wilding Fifty podcast, Michele Bolanos talks about how to overcome fear of the unknown and in the process develop a deep love for yourself. She is honest about the long road of trial, error and practice to become proficient at any skill whether that be surfing, teaching yoga or moving into the real estate business. I hope you enjoy this surf tale. Episode Highlights: [...