Stance for Health

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen explore what constitutes the best form of exercise for the long haul. You will enjoy this discussion about what moderate exercise can be. The essence is to continue to move. It is also important to connect with people and nature. It's important to add strength training as well. What is your favorite form of moderate exercise? Follow us on...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about a exercise myths and what to do about it. Dr. Rodney was an avid cyclist who had to make adjustments to his workout in order to thrive for the long haul. At Stance Chiropractic we give you longevity secrets that will prepare you for health, vitality and decreased disability as the birthdays march on. This episode gives us a lot to t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr.  Rodney and Karen talk about the dangers in seemingly "healthy" foods that you might be eating. If you are struggling with weight gain, stomach/digestive tract issues, auto-immune disease and/or swollen joints you might want to listen up. What are lectins? Lectins are proteins that bind to sugars and carbohydrates on the surface of most cells in your...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about a term called - inflammaging. Inflammation leads to premature aging. This podcast will reveal ways to change this issue.   Inflammation is what the body does to protect itself to heal when there is an injury. The problem arises when it becomes chronic because it leaves the body in a persistent state of alertness. This can lead to can...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about the role of essential oils to your overall health and longevity. Your need both Omega-6 and Omega-3s. This time we focus on the Omega-3s. Here's what the Omega-3s will do for you: Provides support for a strong heart Omega-3s promote nerve transmission which helps the heart muscles as it fires off. Promotes a healthy brain The O...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr.  Rodney and Karen talk about amazing research about a simple 10 second one leg stance assessment. There are numerous studies that show that your ability to balance on one leg for a mere 10 seconds will predict your chances of surviving from all-cause mortality. The amazing part of these studies shows that those that cannot perform this simple test are setting...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about the benefits of heat exposure. It is very helpful to slow down aging because when the body experiences heat stress it releases heat shock proteins that support your antioxidant capacity and repair damaged proteins so they return to proper structure and function. Sauna use releases the ‘feel good’ endorphins (such as serotonin) and w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about their new practice of getting away at least once a quarter. This is called a "shmita" in the Bible and refers to the sabbatical the land was to take every seven years. You will love to hear the relaxation in their voices as they recorded this podcast in the mountains of Colorado a few weeks ago. Are you looking for a way t...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast Dr. Rodney interviews Karen - AKA The Hope Lady about her beliefs about longevity through a Rejuvenation Lifestyle. She shares the secrets she has learned from The Blue Zones in order to improve your lifestyle. There are so many things you can do to increase your longevity. It's not just about the number of years but also about the quality of life. Her health...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about the need to find great rest to prepare for deep sleep. There is restoration during the sleep cycle which can aid in your longevity. Currently many are suffering from General Adaptive Syndrome duer to chronic stress that depletes the body's resources and diminishes your ability to adapt. In General Adaptive Syndrome there is an a...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about true rest which is more than how well you sleep (although that is included). True rest is a state of being where you know that God is taking complete care of every aspect of your life so you can relax and be at peace. What is rest? The opposite of rest is a sense of hurry. Rest is a mindset where you are in an optimal state. Rest is so important to...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen discuss the role of hope in living longer and  healthier lives. In order to do this, you must define hope as the confident expectation that your body is resilient and can heal itself. It is the quality that Karen's father called "bounceback" which allowed him to recover quickly and keep going to almost 102 years of age. At Stanc...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about the Standard American Diet (SAD) and its impact on our health and potential longevity. Despite the fact that the United States outspends more than most of the world on medical care, they rank 43rd in life expectancy among large wealthy countries. What did you eat yesterday? Was it nutrient rich or simply calorie rich? Unfortunately,...

Send us Fan Mail Dr.  Rodney and Karen talk about three words that are at the basis of Rejuvenation. These three words are: subluxations, mitochondria and neuroplasticity. Rejuvenation is the possibility of growing healthier with each passing year instead of experiencing the automatic decline that is usually associated with getting older and expected with each passing year. Subluxations are referr...

Send us Fan Mail How long do you want to live? The answer to this question is rooted in your belief system, family history and health perceptions. We live in a society that has a distorted view of aging and that is what we challenge. In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about their belief system regarding longevity. Some of the questions explored here are: What’s your view of old age? Your vi...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about some amazing benefits in confronting our belief system regarding health and longevity.  Confrontation is a good thing when it brings about needed changes while conflict becomes negative because of the fallout of strong emotions. Conflict is an explosion and confrontation becomes a bridge. Confrontation can reveal what is under the s...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Rodney and Karen revisit our most popular podcast from last year.  Magnesium is important and even miraculous. How does magnesium work? About 60% of the magnesium in your body occurs in bone , while the rest is in muscles, soft tissues, and fluids, including blood. This is important because one of its functions is to help biochemical reactions in the body. It is a helper in mo...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast is the second part on the topic of savoring and gives you specific ways to make the most of your life's experiences. Here are the top five strategies: Avoiding kill-joy thinking Giving yourself permission to enjoy the moment without reservations or thoughts of what could go wrong . This means that you don’t let anything (OR ANYONE) dampen or take away from your j...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about their recent experience based on returning to a happy childhood memory. They explore the depths of savoring that experience. To savor is to appreciate and experience delight in the positive experiences of your life. You are mindful of the amazing gift of life and maximize your presence in every single minute. Before you savor you mus...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about her daily practice of taking a nap. There are many benefits and a few cautions to keep in mind. Benefits of naps: 1) Promotes memory retention and helps with perceptual learning 2) Increases cognition so you feel more alert 3) Boosts your  immune system 4) Regulates blood pressure and reduces stress The length of naps should be a ful...

Send us Fan Mail 10 Ways to Clean Up Your Brain - Glymphatic System In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about the glymphatic system. What is the glymphatic system? Your Central Nervous System is highly active so metabolic waste can build up quickly. It is also very sensitive to fluctuations in its environment, so the body needs to remove cellular garbage somehow, and that’s where the glymph...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen address some novel ways to change the pain pattern associated with joint pain and other age-related symptoms. You will love the hope and encouragement you receive as you take your stance for health and vitality. The Vagus nerve is part of the parasympathetic system. When it is working well, it lessens with acute nociceptive pain (caused by inju...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about the power of gratitude to impact your physical and mental health. In fact, your brain literally lights up when you express gratefulness. How do you define gratitude? Gratitude is  a very real psychological phenomenon with measurable benefits for both your mind and body as you become aware of what you appreciate in others. It is more...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about the health and longevity benefits of cold exposure.  This practice definitely gets most of us out of our comfort zone. Here are a few of the reasons to give it a try: 1. Raises your metabolic rate This has to be one of the most compelling because cold exposure increases your BAT - Brown Adipose Tissue which in turn increases your met...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about how to improve your neuroplasticity - the way your brain is functioning.  When neurons fire together and follow repeated patterns they tend to wire together. What you eat and drink can affect your brain. Here are a few easy ways to get the neurons to wiring and firing together. 1) Water is essential for your brain to work properly....