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Today, we're talking about an underestimated powerhouse when it comes to healthy weight management and maintaining muscle - SLEEP! Last week, we covered some of the more common sleep disorders that people may have so be sure to listen to that one, too! ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon are not professionals of any kind. The views expressed in the podcast are personal...

Today, we're starting a series on Sleep. To kick it all off, Dalena (Dee) goes into some of the more common sleep disorders and a few of the treatments currently available. ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon are not professionals of any kind. The views expressed in the podcast are personal opinions and anecdotes. These conversations are not intended as medical, nutriti...

Today, we're wrapping up our 3 part series on Empowerment Through Strength Training. Join us for an inspiring conversation that will motivate you to embrace the power of strength training, no matter where you are on your fitness journey. Keep in mind that the way you experience aging is within your control. Your age doesn't define you, and you have the power to make changes to your exercis...

Due to illness in the ranks of the Sister Sharpens Sister programming staff, the podcast will not air an episode this week. Join us on Wednesday, September 13, for our regularly scheduled programming. Thank you for your understanding.

In our last episode, Will I Get Bulky? , we shattered the biggest myth surrounding women and strength training. Now, in Episode 2, we're taking it a step further. Have you ever considered the incredible impact that lifting weights can have on your self-confidence and body image? Today we're discussing the remarkable connection between lifting and boosting your self-esteem. But that's n...

If you're a woman and worried about getting bulky when lifting weights, listen to this episode and out why you don't have to worry! Complete with links so you can read the information for yourself. FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon are not professionals of any kind. The views expressed in the podcast are personal opinions and anecdotes. These conversations are not inten...

Have you ever said, "Close, but no cigar?" How about "Cat got your tongue?" or the often quoted "He got cold feet?" Well, today we're being silly and having fun with proverbs and sayings that we use or reference in everyday life. And some of the backgrounds behind these little quips are actually pretty morbid! <<CONSIDER THAT YOUR WARNING FOR LISTENER DISCRE...

Today, We're talking about how to get back on track after an illness or injury. That's something close to heart for Karen and Dalena, both are nursing injuries that's kept them on the sidelines of exercise for quite some time. These tips are helpful only if you utilize them! Plus we dive off the deep end with cherry pits, apple seeds, and the Appalachian Trail. ~~~~~ FYI: This is a rem...

We're talking about a few of the things that can throw us off our game when it comes to our health and nutrition goals. Find out what we struggle with and the strategies we've learned to help us get back on track. Plus: some favorite candies, a good gluten free bread, and more! ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon are not professionals of any kind. The views expresse...

Vacation is a time for relaxation and getting away from every day life, but that's no excuse to be a couch potato! In this episode, we review some great tips and tricks to stay active while away from home. Plus, belly dancing, triathlons, mud runs and a whole lot more! ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon are not professionals of any kind. The views expressed in the podc...

Today, we're talking about some simple ways to stay as close to our meal plan as possible while still having a fantastic summer vacation. And as always, we take a detour to discuss hair tinting with Kool-Aid, adventures at Starbucks and whether or not we go to Cheesecake Factory for the cheesecake. Links: 10 Ways to Eat Healthy While on Vacation 9 Ways to Take Your Diet on Vacation Calorie Kin...

Karen takes the lead this week discussing her home state of West Virginia. There are hundreds and hundreds of things to do in wild and wonderful West Virginia. A lot of things are cost effective but will still provide you and your family with a memorable experience. Links to all of the things we discussed are below: WV Tourism New Rive Gorge National Park and Preserve New Rive Gorge Bridge Day inf...

Today we explore the Sunshine State! Florida has a lot of options for vacations and Shelon takes us through a some of her favorites. There are a few (FEW) free things on her list but the gem of Florida is her sunny shoreline! ~~~~~ Visit Sarasota Visit Fort Myers Great Cuban food in Venice, Florida can be found at Belkiscubandeli Cuban Florida Theme Parks ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen,...

Is it a vacation if you don't leave your home state? Dalena leads this week's episode as we start a 3 part series of vacation spots in our home states. Tennessee is a spotlight of country music, Titans Football, and spectacular vistas along the quiet mountains. Listen in as Dee covers the top three places she likes to visit at home. ~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon...

In part 2 of this series we wrap up our discussion by taking an online quiz, talking about our results, and tossing around the idea of whether or not it's a sin. ~~~ While we like to keep things light-hearted on this podcast, we do realize the true hardship that someone may experience if they suffer with this condition. Seeking help is not a weakness. If you feel like you, or a loved one, has...

Today, we dive into the topic of body dysmorphia, or more accurately, Body Dysmorphic Disorder; an obsessive-compulsive related mental disorder wherein the sufferer has a preoccupation with an imagined defect in appearance. Does that sound like anyone you know? ~~~ While we like to keep things light-hearted on this podcast, we do realize the true hardship that someone may experience if they suffer...

Today, we discuss whether or not we meet the parameters for "healthy". We start with Mental health and go from there! Mind-Body connection, post- surgical activity, realizing you have to rest with an injury and lots more. ~~~~~ John 20:29 YouVersion search for the plan Psalms and Proverbs if you're interested in this study 9 Numbers for Health (none of them are weight) Dr. Gabrielle...

Today we're talking about clothing size and blood work. ~~~~~ Links: Clothing size as an indicator of adiposity, ischaemic heart disease and cardiovascular risk How Your Clothing Size Could Be Messing With Your Head What Blood Tests Can - and Can't - Reveal About Your Health Predicting Ideal Body Mass Index: What Does Clothing Size Have To Do With It? (PDF File) 9 Health indicators that ha...

What is "healthy"? Does BMI really mean anything? Those are things we're looking at in today's episode! ~~~~~ Links: USAF Loosens BMI Requirements Army Loosens BMI Requirements Problems With BMI Google search: Define Healthy Growth Chart Wiki NIH article: For Researchers on Obesity ... BMI Calculator from the CDC What Blood Work Can - and Can't - Reveal About Your Health ~~~~...

What is Body Image? *** LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED *** Body Image is defined as a person's subjective picture or mental image of their own body . Today, we seem to have opinions about everyone else's body as well as our own. So we're talking more about advertising, a little about the the sexual revolution, and what God says about body image. (Please note that Sister Sharpens Sister...

Ep 1.4 This week we had to make a quick adjustment on the fly because one of us was sick and couldn't make it - BUT - we do have episode 44 from My Strong Sisters with licensed mental health therapist Amy Claude. We discuss Love, Sex, the Church, and a lot more! **LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED** Today is part 2 of our discussion on Love, Sex, and the Church Amy Claude, Licensed Mental Health...

** listener discretion advised - we are talking about sex ** Today we're talking about Playboy, Hugh Hefner, Fanny Hill, the rise of pornography, Leave It To Beaver, and more! *** This is the podcast formerly known as My Strong Sisters *** ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon are not professionals of any kind. The views expressed in the podcast are personal opinions and...

** listener discretion advised - we're talking about sex in advertising ** Does sex still sell in 2023? Today, we're talking about sexual innuendo seen in food advertising, the very first print ad in history NOT carved into rock and more. ~~~~~ LINKS: The Origins of Marketing and Advertising *** This is the podcast formerly known as My Strong Sisters *** ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that...

Episode 1.1 ** LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED - THIS EPISODE OPENLY DISCUSSES SEX ** Does sex still sell in 2023? Today, we discuss a brief history of sex in advertising that started in the late 19th century. We remember some sexy garbage men, raunchy clothing ads, and even find out when the very first ad in print was recorded. **The podcast formerly known as My Strong Sisters*** ~~~~~ FYI: This i...

**The podcast formerly known as My Strong Sisters*** Resolution is the buzzword in January but when March rolls around we cringe at the thought. Why? Because most people have stopped trying to reach the goal they set for themselves on January 1. Today we discuss a few ways that help us to stay focused on our goals. ~~~~~ FYI: This is a reminder that Karen, Dalena and Shelon are not professionals o...