LEAP Into Wellness Podcast Network

In this episode of FIT to Teach, Kyle Pfaffenbach, an associate professor at Eastern Oregon University, and LEAP intern Nathan Marshall discuss the importance of proper nutrition around exercise. They cover pre-workout meal timing, highlighting the optimal times to consume carbohydrates to enhance performance and avoid sluggishness. They also delve into intra-exercise nutrition, recommending simpl...

In this episode of Fit to Teach, hosts Kyle Pfaffenbach and Nathan Marshall, discuss the role and effectiveness of dietary supplements for health and wellness. The hosts provide an overview of the supplement industry, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet before resorting to supplements. They discuss well-known supplements such as creatine, vitamin D, fish oil, and magnesium, examining the...

In this episode of FIT to Teach, hosts Kyle Pfaffenbach and Nathan Marshall have an in-depth discussion about caffeine—its benefits, optimal consumption methods, forms, and its performance-enhancing properties. They also touch on the marketing tactics of energy drink companies and offer practical advice for safe and effective caffeine use.

In this episode of Fit to Teach, Kyle Pfaffenbach and Nathan Marshall discuss their personal fitness routines and the importance of balancing activity and rest, especially during spring break. They emphasize the need for educators to use breaks to reset and recharge, avoid overambitious plans, and incorporate achievable health and wellness actions into their routines. They also share their own pla...

In this episode of Fit to Teach, hosts Nathan Marshall and Kyle Pfaffenbach welcome Jake Chamberlain, a gym teacher at Central Elementary School in La Grande and an alum of Eastern Oregon University's Health and Human Performance program. The discussion covers the importance of combining weightlifting and running for balanced fitness, how to engage children in physical education, and the value of...

Hosted by Brett Smith, the Turning Point Podcast features a discussion with Scott Carpenter, Jess Roberts, and Jeff Roberts, highlighting their roles and experiences in the Grand School District. The conversation covers a range of topics including Scott's implementation of a March Madness-inspired attendance competition, Jess's journey from technology to teaching math, and Jeff's transition from b...

In this episode of 'Fit to Teach,' host Kyle Pfaffenbach and LEAP intern, Nathan Marshall, delve into the significance of sleep and its impact on health and productivity. Kyle recounts his recent travels to New York City for a professional track and field championship, highlighting how busy schedules can disrupt normal routines and overall wellness. The discussion centers around the book 'Why We S...

In this episode of 'Classroom to Calm,' host Nathan Marshall, a senior at Eastern Oregon University, takes a break from the usual research paper discussions to introduce his close friend, Edgar Romero. Edgar, also a senior at Eastern Oregon University and a soccer player, shares his insights on nutrition, exercise, and wellness. The conversation covers topics such as protein intake, intuitive eati...

In 'Fit to Teach', host Kyle Pfaffenbach and LEAP intern Nathan Marshall, discuss health and wellness topics specifically tailored for teachers and school employees. The focus of this week's episode transitions from research papers to practical health topics, emphasizing the importance of understanding blood sugar and insulin's role in the body. They explore how carbohydrate intake affects blood s...

In this episode of Fit 2 Teach, Kyle Pfaffenbach, Associate Professor and Director of the LEAP lab at Eastern Oregon University, and intern Nathan Marshall discuss the concept of polarized training. Building on last week's theme, they explore the benefits of engaging in a variety of athletic activities, referred to as polarized training in Europe. The episode also dives into a significant study on...

In this episode of the Turning Point podcast, hosts Brett Smith and Scott Carpenter are joined by Teresa Dowdy, a school counselor with 35 years of experience. The discussion revolves around Teresa's journey from business teacher to school counselor, and her impactful role in the school district.

In this episode of Fit 2 Teach, Hosts Kyle Pfaffenbach and Nathan Marshall discuss concurrent training. The episode deviates from the usual research paper review to address a popular question about hybrid training—a balanced approach involving various types of workouts at different intensities for overall health. They delve into the concept of hybrid training, highlighting its benefits for busy pr...

In this episode of Classroom to Calm, host Nathan Marshall introduces the podcast's first guest, Dr. Kelly McNeil, an associate professor at Eastern Oregon University with a background in community health and human performance. Dr. McNeil shares her journey into health and wellness, fueled by her interest in behavior change sparked by a college professor. She discusses the complexity of behavior c...

In this episode of Fit 2 Teach, host Kyle Pfaffenbach and LEAP lab intern Nathan Marshall discuss the vascular benefits of resistance training for teachers and school staff. They explore the findings of a recent research paper which reveals that meeting muscle strengthening guidelines can significantly improve cardiovascular functions. Kyle and Nathan emphasize the importance of engaging in divers...

In this episode of 'Classroom to Calm,' Kyle Pfaffenbach, an associate professor at EOU, and Nathan Marshall, an intern at the EOU Leap Lab, discuss the impact of music on stress reduction for teachers and staff from the LeGrand school district. They explore a review paper titled 'Music Listening and Stress Recovery in Healthy Individuals: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of Experimental Stu...

In this episode of the La Grande School District Turning Point podcast, host Brett Smith and assistant superintendent Scott Carpenter talk with Coach Dalton Sheets about the intersection of coaching and teaching. Dalton shares his unique journey into education, his extensive involvement in coaching multiple sports, and the challenges and rewards that come with being a head coach. The discussion hi...

In this episode of 'Fit to Teach,' host Kyle Pfaffenbach and intern Nathan Marshall discuss the role of carbohydrates in daily nutrition. They delve into different types of carbohydrates, their impact on the body, and practical dietary advice for incorporating them into daily meals. They address common misconceptions, the physiological responses to carbohydrate intake, and provide actionable tips...

In this episode of 'Classroom to Calm,' host Kyle Pfaffenbach, a health professor at Eastern Oregon University, and LEAP intern Nathan Marshall discuss ways teachers can reduce stress, anxiety, and burnout using evidence-based health strategies. They review a paper on the impact of lifestyle interventions such as healthy eating, proper sleep, and exercise, highlighting their importance in reducing...

In this episode of 'Fit to Teach,' host Kyle Pfaffenbach and LEAP intern Nathan Marshall discuss research-based health and wellness tips for educators. They focus on efficient weight training techniques, breaking down a Norwegian study on designing time-efficient strength and hypertrophy programs. Key points include the importance of focusing on major muscle groups, the benefits of complex movemen...

In this episode of 'Classroom to Calm,' Kyle Pfaffenbach, an associate professor at Eastern Oregon University, and intern Nathan discuss the topic of teacher wellness and combating burnout through healthy habits. Specifically, they focus on a 2020 systematic review article that links fruit and vegetable intake to improved mental health, such as reduced anxiety and depression. The episode highlight...

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In this episode of 'Fit to Teach,' Associate Professor Kyle Pfaffenbach and LEAP intern Nathan Marshall discuss evidence-based health and wellness information, focusing on intermittent fasting. They draw information from a paper on intermittent fasting by Mark DeBoer. The episode covers the metabolic benefits of intermittent fasting beyond weight loss, practical fasting tips, and sustainable behav...

In this episode of 'Fit to Teach,' host Kyle Pfaffenbach and intern Nathan Marshall discuss the diverse benefits of resistance training for teachers and school employees. They explore research findings from an umbrella review by exercise physiologist Stuart Phillips, reiterating that resistance training, even with low weights, can significantly improve muscle hypertrophy, strength, and bone densit...

In this episode of Classroom to Calm, host Nathan Marshall and Kyle Pfaffenbach discuss the importance of sleep in overall wellness, particularly its role in memory and fear extinction. They cite an article by Edward Pace on the effects of sleep on conditioned fear and fear extinction, emphasizing the value of good sleep hygiene for mental health, reducing anxiety, and aiding recovery from conditi...

In this episode of 'Fit to Teach,' hosts Kyle Pfaffenbach and Nathan Marshall discuss the importance of protein intake for muscle mass and function in healthy adults. They delve into a research paper that suggests increasing protein intake beyond the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) to optimize health, especially for those engaging in regular physical activities like resistance training. The ho...