Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & Fitness

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Ron Weiss about farm-based healthcare. Have you ever hear that term before? Dr. Weiss's approach to prescriptions is not what you would get from a conventional medical doctor today, but it's right in line with what we love here at Plant Trainers. You'll hear how his dad's health had a lot to do with him ditching the Medical Building p...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Catharine Arnston all about the world's most powerful superfoods, algae. Catharine has been on the show way back on episode 11 when we talked about the very basics of algae. This time we take it a step further and talk about its properties, the history of why it's so popular in Asia and we also talk about the new Algae Agricultural Act. W...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Thomas Tadlock all about your metabolism…OK, maybe not your metabolism specifically. He tells us all about his struggles with gaining and maintaining muscle at the beginning of his journey. Then we get into the good stuff. Do you know what your metabolism actually is? Well, he makes it very clear and also tells us all about speeding it up...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk about…well…you. You inspire us every day with the power of positive feedback. Whether you are a Plant Trainers Patron, have sent us emails or PMs or listen to most episodes, you give us the strength, will and courage to keep coming back week after week. We break down this podcast into categories, mention a few amazing listeners and social medi...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Pam Popper, known for her no-nonsense videos and blogs that busts myths and tells the science-based truth. We get into the idea of ADHD, and how so many children are medicated but more importantly IF that medication is actually working and IF the RISK outweighs the BENEFITS. Do you know that your child can be more likely to abuse drug...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Brooke Goldner about optimizing a plant-based diet. This is Dr. Goldner's second time on the show. The first time she talked about how she was able to cure her Lupus. Today we talk about more general nutritional needs for the general public, including pregnant women. Have you ever met or been that person who gets too comfortable in th...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Mondo, a weight loss therapist about the one thing that puts yo-yo dieting to an end and makes the change permanent once and for all, and he knows because he has been there. We discuss how being the fat kid is almost like being an illusionist, how emotional eating is something that affects more people then you may think and how gender...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Shane Williams about how heart disease impacts us all, even your cardiologist. That's because the #1 killer of cardiologists or any doctor is actually heart disease. This is cause for alarm but we know many cardiologists who have it all figured out. We love how Dr. Williams found a plant-based diet. It's actually quite unique from any...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Dean Ornish, the pristine innovator of Lifestyle Medicine. He is not only a brilliant doctor but a brilliant man. When they finished this interview Adam turned to Shoshana and simply said "wow". To think Dr. Ornish almost lost his life before he could figure it all out and help others do the same. Whether you are looking to be happier...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk all about Canada's Food Guide. As you may know, in January (2019) Canada's Food Guide made some pretty bold changes and statements that we are excited to share with you. And since March is nutrition month (isn't every month nutrition month around here?) we thought this would be a great time to talk about what we liked, what we didn't like and...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Justin and Erin Greener about their transformational story of beating cancer and losing 300lbs. They were both tired of being held down by their weight and the popular diets never worked. Justin and Erin shared the honest details about what it felt like to be obese in their day to day life and how they hit rock bottom before finding plant...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk to Dr. Joel Kahn about the ketogenic diet. The Ketogenic Diet, also known as Keto or putting your body into ketosis, is all the rage right now and has been for a while. We've seen friends and family have good short term results, but what are the long term effects this can have on your body. And we've heard you, our listeners who are writing co...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk all about planning. Meal and fitness planning to be exact. Many of our listeners want to know now that they have all this amazing information and education on fitness and nutrition, how do they actually apply it to their lives. Well, we each give our own perspective on how to get it done. You'll be learning a lot about each of us throughout th...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Lori Ann Davis all about creating an unstoppable relationship and deepening the passion. Whether you're single, in a new relationship or have 20+ years under your belts, like us, this episode may give you some ideas on how to strengthen that bond with your partner and keep the flame alive. How happy you are can be a predictor of your feel...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Anthony Masiello about his transformation story, building connection through local community events and plant-based parenthood. Just a decade and a half ago Anthony was over 300 pounds, and a new dad faced with the startling reality that watching his kids grow up may not be a part of his journey. We unpack what goals and steps had to be t...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk all about mental health. This is something we have done before on the show. Back in 2015, we put out our first episode mental health. Shoshana gave a fairly detailed description of her experience with mental illness up until then. Since then we have discovered that she was actually suffering from PTSD. Our journey together dealing with these i...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Andy Levitt, founder of the ever so popular Purple Carrot. Truth, we were not really sure where this episode was going to go, but with Andy's honest and vibrant personality, we were able to get all the answers we wanted. How did he get the inspiration to begin a fully plant-based meal kit company when he wasn't even plant-based, yet? How...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with a man who needs almost no introduction, Dr. T Colin Campbell. He is best known for writing The China Study with his son Dr. Tom Campbell who was on the podcast in episode 131 and, of course, we took his course when we first became emerged into plant-based living. This show is really planned by you, our listeners who were kind enough to co...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Rob Dionne all about how to stay healthy and fit while you are traveling. We know we called it hacks…and if you know us we're not big on hacks, but let's face it, it makes a sexy headline and we want this info in people's hands. It does not matter if you are traveling home for the holidays, taking a personal get away with a special someon...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Aaron Fisher all about setting intentions. And before we get into that we reflect on Aaron's moment of gratitude that brings up many feelings and events from the past. This allows us to reflect on who we were and who we have become. That was a segue into creating meaning around who we want to be and achieve in 2019. Setting intentions is...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk to you about the Plant Trainers Podcast. But seriously, we do. We get a lot of questions like "you have over 250 episodes, where should I start?" and "what is your best podcast about heart disease? " So now we made a little bit of an index for you. Why is this valuable you may ask? First of all, if you are new to the show and interested in dis...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we give you some tips to help you reduce your stress throughout this holiday season. It would probably be easiest to sleep for 3 weeks straight or run away to Costa Rica and live in a treehouse and eat the fruits of the earth…but if it's not hard, it's not worth doing. And just because holiday time is not easy, it doesn't mean it has to be hard. You s...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Michael DiDonato about his professional and athletic life. Michael has the biggest heart. Despite being a husband, dad, and martial artists, he has dedicated his free time to team up with Kyle Brodeur, who was paralyzed in a car accident years ago. Michael essentially assists Kyle in long distance running and triathlon races using various...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Tushar Mehta about all the confusion surrounding nutrition. He is extremely talented at analyzing research, deciphering whether or not it is 'good research' and explaining the outcomes for all to understand. Dr. Mehta helps clarify some of the confusion people are experiencing around nutrition. We break down the different camps of pla...

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Pamela Fergusson RD about maintaining healthy habits in times of change. Whether you are in your 20's, 30's, 40's, or have turned 40 more than once you have been through a change in your life and you likely will again. Sometimes change is welcome and easy. Other times it can be stressful, but it usually means our routines and even our...