Better Than Fine With Darlene Marshall

Positive Psychology is often called the "science of happiness" and many people say that's what they're seeking. Yet most people struggle to define this oft illusive concept.  On this episode of “Better Than Fine,” host, and Positive Psychology expert, Darlene Marshall explores the concept of happiness and a few of the common traps that can keep you stuck on your own journey of life and living. The...

With so many topics in wellness and wellbeing it can feel overwhelming to weave them all together, as if we're living out of sync with what people really need.  In this encore episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, Dr. Darcia Narvaez whose recent book, Evolved Nest, focuses on the foundation of wellbeing that all of us evolved to thrive in. Th...

It feels like everyone from social media influencers to academic researchers are suddenly talking about it: rucking! What is rucking? Is it good for you? Do you need special gear?  On this “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall unpacks some of the myths and answers your questions about fitness' latest fad: rucking. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness worl...

Maintaining a healthy brain is crucial for a good quality of life as we age. Emerging research shows the increasing importance of incorporating brain healthy habits during mid-life, to ensure a strong cognitive future.  On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, gerontologist, and healthy aging expert, Sally Duplantier, to unpack how lifes...

While there is scientific consensus that the planet is warming, many individuals are struggling to cope with the reality of an unstable client.  In this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall explores the reality of climate anxiety and some strategies to help you cope. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Well...

There's lots of ways to increase movement and exercise, each with its own mental, physical, and emotional benefits.  On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall is joined by NASM Master Instructor, and host of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Rick Richey, to explore the unique benefits of resistance training and how to safely get started. The most trusted name in fitness is now...

According to the CDC, nearly 60% of American adults use supplements. Yet, the supplement industry is unregulated and heavily marketed.  On this episode of “Better Than Fine,” join host Darlene Marshall and her featured guest, Wellness Pharmacist Brandon Welch, to explore effective supplementation, how you know what supplements you need, and how to ensure the supplements you get are what you're pay...

It’s time to put that study cap on again.  Do you want more purpose in your life? Perhaps you want more motivation to exercise.  On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall explores the relationship between exercise and purpose.   The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to gui...

Many people avoid being emotionally uncomfortable, preferring to run away instead of engaging with challenging emotions.  This week we have an encore episode of “Better Than Fine” from the archives where host Darlene Marshall shares tools on shifting your mindset towards acceptance, processing, purpose, and meaning-making when things get challenging. The most trusted name in fitness is now expandi...

Dr. Neil Theise is a pioneering scientist, award winning physician, and longtime student of Zen Buddhism.  On this unique episode of “Better Than Fine,” Dr. Theise joins host Darlene Marshall to explore how complexity theory can be a source of inspiration, optimism, and a fresh perspective on viewing ourselves in our lives and the world. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the w...

Your relationship with and the condition of your body have a direct impact on your wellness and wellbeing.  On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall shares her work on the dynamic relationship at the intersection of fitness, wellness, and positive psychology. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness...

The summer is here! With it comes a flood of advice for how to prioritize your wellness and wellbeing.  On this episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall shares with us five meaningful tips for prioritizing your wellness this season. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate...

How long should you exercise? 20 minutes? 30? An hour? It might be time to rethink how you structure movement during the day. In this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall shares the newest research that might have you snack-i-fying your movement.  The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’l...

When you think of serving, what comes to mind? For many people it's menial jobs no one would want or the obligation of volunteer work. But maybe we've got service all wrong.  On this episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, Rooster Rossiter, former Marine, regular volunteer, and founder of the non-profit Ainsley's Angels to explore what it means to serve fr...

The BMI is everywhere. For decades we've measured it in gyms, doctors’ offices, and weight-based research; but is the BMI all it's cracked up to be?  On this episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall is again joined by featured guest, Rich Fahmy, Content Development and Production Manager for NASM, to unpack the history, evidence, and influences that show the BMI is not all it's cracked...

A few years ago everyone was talking about "Magic Morning" habits and designing the perfect "bedtime routine". But what do you do when your life is chaotic, changes frequently, or that style of habit change doesn't work for you?  On this episode of “Better Than Fine,” join host Darlene Marshall as she shares the technique she uses with her own clients, focusing on finding the right thing that work...

On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, author, activist, and Registered Dietician, Dalia Kinsey.   Kinsey, the author of Decolonizing Wellness, shares a vision of nutrition as self-care and personal empowerment, rejecting diet culture, and the intersection of holistic wellness and social justice. The most trusted name in fitness is now...

Stress is a complex topic affecting most systems of the body in obvious and subtle ways. On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall unpacks long term stress' effect on the nervous system, how that impacts mental, emotional, and physical health and wellbeing long term, and tools to manage stress. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world...

Earth Day was this week and so often we talk about human's impact on our planet.   In this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall explores how getting outside can benefit your wellbeing. We'll cover time outside's effects on mood, mental and physical health, and even how it can be an antidote to loneliness. So get out and explore everything outdoor life has to offer! The...

If you ever look around the current landscape in fitness and wellness and wonder, "how did we get here?" don't miss this week's episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast.  Host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, award-winning journalist, and author, Danielle Friedman, to share the lessons she learned working on her new book Let's Get Physical: How Women Discovered Exercise and Reshaped...

On any given day many of us find ourselves overwhelmed, overstimulated, and under-rested. With every decision, from buying jeans to dating apps, we have more options than ever before. But does that make us any happier? On this week's episode of the "Better Than Fine" podcast host Darlene Marshall dives into the research on the common fallacy that having more options will make us happier, and how t...

There's a growing awareness of fat phobia, fat bias, and the negative impacts they have on physical, mental, and emotional health. On this week's episode of “Better Than Fine,” NASM Content Development and Production Manager, and current health sciences doctoral student Rich Fahmy returns, alongside host Darlene Marshall, to look at the impact of fat bias on individual and public health. The most...

The last few guests on “Better Than Fine” have mentioned the myth that your mind and body are separate.  In this episode host Darlene Marshall explores Mind/Body Dualism and how it affects each of us. What does it mean if the partitioning of mind and body are a myth? How did we get here? Why does it matter for wellness, as a coach and as an individual.   The most trusted name in fitness is now exp...

The Cleveland Clinic estimates that 80% of chronic diseases are preventable, yet less that 3% of Americans consistently perform the five basic habits that can prevent those outcomes.  On this “Better Than Fine” podcast, join host Darlene Marshall, and her fellow contributor to NASM's Certified Wellness Coach, former NFL athlete and current PhD candidate in health psychology Julius Thomas to explor...

Research in intuitive eating and dieting shows that restrictive focus can lead to disordered eating patterns. So how can you approach your nutrition from a holistic and healthful perspective?  In this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host, and Wellness Coach, Darlene Marshall, shares the way she supports her clients through an additive nutritional approach. The most trusted name in fitne...