Elevate Yourself

Celebrating 30 years of Health & Wellness with Ryan O’Callaghan of Elevation Health Ryan & Rob Discuss: What he’s been working on the past 2-years. Ryan’s first visit on the show, back in Episode 16. His recent certification in chronic pain management His top 3 most successful challenges at his center. How “self-monitoring” leads to increased adherence and behavior change results. How he is applyi...

Sleep, Stress, and Mental Health with Cognitive Neuroscientist, Justin Verlinden! Justin & Rob Discuss: What he’s been working on the past 2-years His recent publication Effects of a digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia on sleep and alcohol consumption in heavy drinkers: A randomized pilot study Apps and recommendations for improved sleep How “if you think you slept well” is important...

Celebrating National Nutrition Month with Nicole Fischer of Elevation Health! Nicole & Rob Discuss: Her history and journey of working with Elevation Health How to celebrate national nutrition month How fresh ingredients can bring joy Her homemade Chickpea Tuna Salad recipe How texture can help make quick meals more enjoyable Why you should join her for a “Let’s Cook!” webinar Why she recommends h...

Eating Heart Healthy with Dr. Dawn Brewer, PhD, RD Dr. Brewer is the Core Leader of the Community Engagement Core for the NIEHS-funded University of Kentucky Superfund Research Center. She is currently the Director of Graduate Studies for the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition and previously served as the Director of the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) for the department. She is a Reg...

Serj & Rob Discuss: Lessons learned from his multi-continent coaching journey. His simple, yet powerful definition of discipline. The importance of having and executing a plan to enable you to achieve your goals. His one simple piece of advice for listener Tom’s mailbag question. Practical advice for how to become more disciplined. How to leverage technology to enable the likelihood that you will...

Past, Present, and Future: 2023 Reflections on Corporate Health Sue Ramirez is the Senior Director at Bulle Rock Fitness and Aquatic Center for Elevation Health. Sue & Rob Discuss: Lessons learned during Sue’s college and professional soccer career How coaching led her to corporate health The importance of connection regardless of communication platform Why creating and fostering trust is key to r...

Episode #42 How To Hack Your Way To A Healthy Holiday Season, With Host, Rob Anderson, MS!!! Lauren Keith turns the tables on host, Rob for a very special "Flipped" Holiday Episode! Lauren & Rob Discuss: Rob’s 5 Pillars for Holiday Health Easy sleep hacks Low hanging family movement ideas Ways to reframe snacking habits and thoughts How to enjoy your holiday traditions and not feel guilty about it...

Relay for Life with 90-year old Cancer Survivor, Sara Gray!! Biography Mrs. Sara Gray, has been a community staple with the Bank of Edmonson County, Kentucky for over 50-years. During her career she helped people with loans to purchase their first homes, cars, businesses, and farms. Today she is a proud grandmother to three, and a great-grandmother to two. At the ripe young age of 90 she sits on t...

Elizabeth (Libby) Buckingham is an American chef (her). She currently lives on a small farmstead (Finding Quiet Farm https://findingquietfarm.com/about/) on Colorado’s Western Slope where she grows food and works hard on becoming as self-sufficient as possible. Libby & Rob Discuss: -Why we should care about our food supply and supporting small farms -Why the “deck is stacked” against small farmers...

Steve Menzel is a Passionate Fitness Industry Leader who loves to help people and businesses reach their full potential. As an experienced Executive with a demonstrated history of working in the wellness and fitness industries. Strong business development skills in Coaching, Management, Fitness Training, Entrepreneurship, and Customer Satisfaction. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/stev...

Purchasing, Prepping, and Perfecting Grilling with Grill Masters, Jack Welborn & Jared Keith!!! July is National Grilling Month, an invitation to eat delicious foods made on the grill. Jack Welborn and Jared Keith have spent their adult lives in the food sales, and hospitality business and along the way they have become “Grill Masters”. The two masters of the backyard grill share lessons learned a...

Hydration: The Story of Building an Electrolyte Company with Fluid Owner/Founder, Richard Smith Biography Fluid began as a senior project between two students, one in nutritional biochemistry and one in exercise science at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, CA in 2005. Founders Richard Smith and David Brown had both recently learned about the critical importance of nutrient timing and how helpful refuel...

Alex Goldberg is the Director of Technology Operations for Elevation Health where he is responsible for leading and coordinating the general operations of Elevation's technology. Job duties include management of developers and their project timelines, short and long term planning to reach targeted milestones on the proper deadline, client and staff education on use of technology, quality control,...

Mantras, Mindsets, and Mental Health with Neuroscientist, Cassidy Count! Biography Originally from a suburb of Indianapolis, Cassidy received her undergraduate degree at the University of Dayton. During her undergraduate studies she explored several majors, but eventually took a biopsychology class and fell in love with the subject. After working in a lab for two years, she decided to continue her...

Practical Nutrition for a Better You with Dr. Liz Combs, RDN, LD, EdD!!! Biography Dr. Liz Combs joined the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition in October 2011. Liz currently serves as a senior lecturer, the Director of the Coordinated Program, the Director of Undergraduate Studies, and a Co-Director of the Undergraduate Certificate in Nutrition for Human Performance. She is also a registe...

Dr. Flack joined the department of Dietetics and Human nutrition in the fall of 2017 after spending three years at the USDA Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center, Grand Forks, North Dakota. His research centers on obesity prevention / treatment utilizing randomized controlled trials focusing on nutrition and exercise interventions that improve psychological health and the adoption of long te...

Carl D. McDowell was born on the gang-ridden streets of the south side of Chicago, but sports ultimately led him in the opposite direction. Excelling in football, baseball, and wrestling at Harper High School, it was football that got him a ticket out of Chicago and ultimately into acting. Excessive absences from theater class in college led him to the stage and to taking a mandatory role in Of Mi...

Brad Mundy has provided financial planning and investment advice for a range of clients for over a decade. In this episode he shares his wealth of knowledge and experiences about how YOU can ELEVATE your finances in 2023! Brad & Rob Discuss: -His background and training -How sports taught him the power of a competitive edge -“Low hanging fruit” action items you can take to improve your finances -H...

The Elevate Yourself Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Athletic Brewing. Use code ELEVATE30 for 30% OFF your first online order at checkout! Dr. Bastin & Rob Discuss: -Her diverse and accomplished nutrition background and training -Ideal temperatures for holiday cooking -Rules for keeping you and your family safe in the kitchen -Leftover food guidance -Always have on hand ingredients -...

The Elevate Yourself Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Athletic Brewing. Use code ELEVATE30 for 30% OFF your first online order at checkout! Sara, Shirine, and Rob Discuss: -How they both discovered a passion for group fitness teaching -Why you should be empowered to always ask your instructor for modifications -How they try to inspire group fitness classes -How mindfulness can lead gr...

Logan Neff BS, MAT-PE, USA-W, Director of Strength and Conditioning National High School Strength Coaches Association Kentucky State Director(Beechwood Independent Schools) Follow him on social media: @CoachNeff_ on Twitter @beechwoodstrength on Instagram Rob & Logan Discuss: -Logan's background and training -Why you have to "go above and beyond what you’ve been asked to do. Set an example and a s...

Terri West is an ISSA Certified Elite Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Yoga Instructor, and Nutrition Coach in Los Angeles with several years' experience developing results-oriented workout and nutrition programs. Having served as the Assistant Director of Recreation & Operations in the Sports, Recreation & Wellness department at Mount Saint Mary's University, she is constantly broadeni...

Dawn Suskin, CCAM, PCAM is a General Manager for First Service Residential and is the Executive Director for the homeowner’s association of Playa Vista Parks and Landscape (PVPAL) and has held numerous roles in the Playa Vista, CA community for the past 20 years. She received degrees in Hospitality Management from CSU Bakersfield and San Francisco State University. Dawn & Rob Discuss: -Her childho...

Jessica Garay is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies at Syracuse University. Jessica has a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition from Cornell University, a Masters degree in Exercise Science from George Washington University, and a PhD in Science Education from Syracuse University. She has been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for over 15 years, and maintains a priva...

This episode is brought to you in partnership with Athletic Brewing "Athletic beers are meant to be enjoyed proudly - taking non-alcoholic beer out of the penalty box forever." Visit athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/gbX4ng and use code ELEVATE20 for 20% off your first order! Christa Giasson moved to Colorado Springs, CO from Omaha, NE over 6 years ago to follow her passion for the outdoors and fitness....