Performance Health for Musicians

Episode 31: What is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis? 29.04.2022 4:38 ↓

Amanda gives a brief, bite-sized overview of De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis, symptoms, and treatment.

Episode 30: What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? 21.03.2022 7:36 ↓

This episode gives a general overview on thoracic outlet syndrome, a group of conditions that affect the thoracic outlet, which is the area between the collarbone and first rib.

Episode 29: Quick Facts on Fat 07.03.2022 5:36 ↓

Think all dietary fat is bad for you? Think again! :-) Amanda lists five brief facts on why dietary fat is crucial to our health and wellness.

Episode 28: Keeping Muscles Balanced 18.02.2022 4:20 ↓

Amanda talks briefly about the importance of balanced muscles.

Episode 27: Easing the Pain of Repetitive Strain 06.02.2022 5:54 ↓

Want some quick and easy tips in easing pain from an RSI that doesn’t include medication? Take a listen to this episode.

Episode 26: 10 Quotes to Help You Stay Motivated! 27.01.2022 7:05 ↓

Need some motivation to keep going toward the goals you set in the new year? Or through the rest of the year? Take one (or all!) of the 10 in this episode!

Episode 25: Goal Setting for the New Year, 2022 05.01.2022 6:09 ↓

Happy New Year! Have some goals and resolutions in place? Make sure you achieve your goals by following this simple formula.

Episode 24: Quick Facts on Carbohydrates 30.07.2021 4:19 ↓

Amanda briefly discusses the importance of carbohydrates in the diet.

Episode 23: Tips for Eating Healthy on the Road 28.06.2021 6:52 ↓

Are you headed out soon for a gig, performance, or teaching engagement? Follow these tips to make sure you eat healthy while on the road.

Episode 22: The Mind-Body Connection 08.06.2021 5:17 ↓

An overview of the topic of the connection between mind and body.

Episode 21: What is Tendinitis? 24.05.2021 4:39 ↓

This episode focuses on a common repetitive stress injury, tendinitis.

Episode 20: What are Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow? 10.05.2021 5:13 ↓

Two common types of overuse injury that affect the elbow are discussed: tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow.

Episode 19: What is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome? 24.04.2021 5:25 ↓

In this episode, an overview of cubital tunnel syndrome is discussed.

Episode 18: What is Carpal Tunnel? 07.04.2021 6:23 ↓

Carpal tunnel is a common repetitive stress injury. Included in this episode is an overview of the injury, and some common ways to diagnose, treat, and better yet prevent it from happening!

Episode 17: Prioritizing Your Zzz’s 23.03.2021 4:48 ↓

In this episode, Amanda discusses the importance of sleep, and some tips to help you better your sleep hygiene.

Episode 16: All About the Pomodoro Technique 10.03.2021 6:10 ↓

This episode gives an introduction to the wonderful time management tool, the Pomodoro Technique!

Episode 15: Quick Facts on Protein 01.03.2021 4:35 ↓

This episode gives listeners a basic understanding of the importance of one of the major macronutrients in our diet: protein!

Episode 14: Benefits of Cardio Exercise for Musicians 15.02.2021 4:02 ↓

In this episode, you’ll hear a brief discussion on just a few of the many benefits that cardiovascular exercise has to offer!

Episode 13: Staying Hydrated-Why H2O is Important 04.02.2021 4:24 ↓

A brief discussion of the importance of water, and how much we should drink!

Episode 12: The Five W’s of Foam Rolling 15.01.2021 4:50 ↓

What is foam rolling? Learn about who, what, where, when, and why we foam roll in this episode!

Episode 11: Nutrition Basics/2020 Wrap-up 28.12.2020 9:05 ↓

In this episode, Amanda discusses the basics of nutrition, more specifically, the three macronutrients and how they contribute to overall health.

Episode 10: The Importance of Strength Training 11.12.2020 4:58 ↓

Amanda discusses some general benefits we can gain with regular strength training.

Episode 9: Getting to the “core” of the matter 28.11.2020 5:49 ↓

What is your core? How do we strengthen it? Amanda discusses this important area of the body, and why it is essential we keep it strong.

Episode 8: Ways to Minimize Tension 16.11.2020 4:46 ↓

Tense? Who isn’t nowadays! Amanda briefly discusses some strategies for getting rid of tension.

Episode 7: Self Care 02.11.2020 11:32 ↓

What is self care? Why is it important? Amanda discusses this and more, on this very important topic.