Visibly Fit with Wendie Pett

SAD = Seasonal Affective Disorder GLAD = Good Laughter All Day Okay, I admit that the second one probably won't be mentioned in any medical journals any time soon. But it doesn't make it untrue. We often underestimate the power of laughter and keeping a positive, upbeat attitude as the seasons change. If you feel like your attitude and body feel different during the winter months, it's not an illu...

**Note from Wendie: This interview was recorded in March 2020, when the Covid pandemic was just beginning. The battlefield in each individual person's mind has been under relentless attack from uncertainty, worry, anxiety, lost routines, upended schedules, shifts in relationship roles, and so much more. The Covid-19 pandemic only exacerbated the lifestyles of many of us who were already stretched...

Sometimes you have a mountaintop experience that is powerful, breathtaking, and holy. Wendie quite literally reached the mountaintop during a team competition event in San Diego called, Upgrade Your Human. Listen in as she reflects on the journey, the obstacles, the teamwork, and her personal growth as she remained open and receptive to what God had to say. In this episode, you'll discover: -When...

Dr. Jackson Corley was riding his bike near his home in the Bay Area when he suddenly slipped and fell off a ravine. Only a large rock lay between him and his death. Battered, bruised - and with no cell service or riding partner - he had no choice but to endure the grueling remainder of the journey home. After multiple MRI's and consultations with medical specialists, he was in constant pain and s...

September flowers bring October...Aaahhhh-chhhhuuuuu...oh no, it's allergy season once again. Does allergy season affect you? The fall is especially difficult for those of us who are sensitive to ragweed, which apparently 75% of Americans are. Allergies are such a real thing for so many people, especially in the fall and in the spring. So today, Wendie talks to us about allergies, how to avoid the...

Can science and theology coexist? While science and theology both emphasize ways in which we can view the world, there has always been a conflicting line between the two. My guest today, Dr. Paula McDonald, brings lifelong experiences, challenges and God moments to life to all that she meets. Along with a bachelor of science degree in biology, a masters and phd degree in theology, Dr. McDonald spe...

After just returning from a rejuvenating trip to the Last Frontier, Todd and Wendie gush about the Japanese relaxation technique they learned that healed their mind, body and spirit. Shinrin-Yoku was coined in Japan in the 1980's and is known as forest bathing. It involves immersing yourself in the draping of nature as you walk through the forest. Wendie and Todd were very intentional about their...

Do you ever feel a little lack luster with energy or maybe when you look in the mirror, aging seems to have accelerated? There could be several factors for that, but it could also be lingering inflammation. We talk a lot about inflammation on this podcast and that's because inflammation is a big deal. Today we have the perfect guest to help us dissect inflammation even more. Dr. Lori Shemek coined...

You may recall in the first series of episodes of this podcast, I talked about the need to forgive yourself and others. If you missed it, I highly encourage you to check out Episode 1 and be blessed by it. Well, in this episode, I'm laying it all out there. It's a little bit awkward because I'm sharing a period of my life where I was as far from what God wants me to be as I could get. But I share...

There's a lot of confusion these days about what to eat, when to eat, how much to eat and what the experts say is "good" or "bad." In fact, with so much conflicting information on the market about what is safe to eat and what's not, fear is growing around the topic of healthy nutrition. People fear eating the wrong things, causing damage to their bodies and health. Our guest today will agree that...

If you look at any magazines or any media, television and especially social media lately, you might have noticed that many people look like they weigh a buck-09, right? Here's the deal, most of the photos that you're seeing on social media or that we see in magazines have been airbrushed. Most of the movie stars or the celebrities that get a lot of media attention have personal trainers, chefs, ac...

Anxiety..that feeling of unease, worry, fear, overthinking and intensity. Do you struggle with feeling anxious? You are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the U.S. and they affect 40 million adults in the United States alone. Anxiety is a big deal and we're going to be talking all about it today with my special guest, Jodi Howe. Jodi has experienced anxiety first...

Did you know that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime? Wow, that number is squeamishly high but it's something, we, as women must pay attention to and be aware of. Wendie's sweet mother, Pat Darby can testify to the fear that comes with a breast cancer diagnosis. She never imagined that she would become a victim of breast cancer. Today, Pat celebrates her 75th birthday and 8 ye...

We are in a time where people are waking up to their health and realizing that they DO have more control than they thought they did. In today's world, especially since this pandemic began, we are starting to understand that if we don't take care of our health now, then we might not be able to fulfill our callings or live this life as we desire. Our guest today, Dr. Ben Lerner knows all about healt...

Extra, extra....EXERCISE! Oh yea, today we're talking all about exercise. More specifically, we will be breaking down the 7 attributes of dynamic functional fitness. Now, what does that mean? The short answer - it's conditioning your body to operate functionally in your everyday life. Perhaps that looks like being able to hold a baby in one hand and a bag of groceries in another. Maybe for you, it...

We wish you a Merry Christmas....that's right, today we're talking about Christmas in July. Christmas time can be the most wonderful time of the year and it can even improve your health. Laughter, community, family, extra worshiping, family traditions, gift giving and receiving: all this can stimulate healthy hormone release, boost your immune system, lower blood pressure and even lift depression....

Inflammation...you may have heard of this topic, or perhaps you are struggling with inflammation yourself. Inflammation has been a popular buzzword over the past year. This is because it's a big deal. Inflammation is a huge contributing factor to many illnesses, cancer, autoimmune disease, cardiovascular disease and more. Today, we will hear a testimonial from a client of my Get Visibly Fit progra...

Do you love what you see in the mirror? What reflects back to you? So many of my clients do not appreciate the image looking back. We often call this Body dysmorphia syndrome, which affects about 1 out of 50 people across the globe. Today, we have Rachael Gilbert with us to talk about body image. Rachel is a counselor, author, marketing coach and creator of "The Intentional Influencer." Her Podcas...

In the words of John Denver, "Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy; Sunshine almost always makes me high." Like John, I've got sunshine on my mind today and let me tell you why.. During an awesome girls trip to San Antonio, we passed a huge sunflower field and pulled over to soak in the beauty. I was just blown away at the beauty and majesty that these flowers embody, I just had to do a bit mor...

Do you ever find yourself doing something over and over again that you just don’t want to be doing? You find yourself in a situation where you really want to obey God’s law, but because of your sinful nature, you’re a slave to that sin. In the Bible, Paul talks about something in Romans 7, “For I have the desire to do what’s right, but not the ability to carry it out.”  In today’s episode, we...

Do you often experience brain fog, low concentration or trouble articulating things? Do you sometimes find yourself enjoying a diet high in cheeseburgers, chips, ice cream and other not so healthy, yet delicious foods? Fun fact: the phrase, "Food for thought" came about from a 16th century Dutch philosopher who said, "Nor try to put courteous conversation into the minds of impudent men, for speech...

Addiction can disguise itself in many ugly little ways. We can see addiction as procrastination, shopping when we're upset, eating our feelings and of course, addictions to drugs or alcohol. But did you know that we can also be addicted to certain emotions? In almost all cases of addiction, there comes an all time low, or what many of us know as, rock bottom. Jeff hit rock bottom after two years o...

How's your heart today? Are you experiencing a heavy heart, a joyous heart or maybe even an unhealthy heart? Our hearts are our life source. They beat and pump and keep us alive. Linked to our intuition, they allow us to see what the mind cannot. It's obvious that taking care of our heart is the key to living a longer, healthier life. But what might that look like if our hearts are unhealthy? On t...

How are your choices? Do you find it easy to make healthy choices or is it overwhelming? Have you ever thought about how the choices you make impact your life? Choosing looks different for us all. Choice depends on our goals, attitude and mindset more than anything else. When it comes to making healthy choices in your life, will you play the victim or the victor? In today's episode, Wendie breaks...

How's your self talk lately? Do you speak to yourself in a way that lifts you up or in a way that holds you back? You may have heard that actions speak louder than words, but in this episode, Wendie argues that words actually speak louder than actions. Can you imagine making an impact with every thought or word your speak? Everyone deserves to be loved, accepted and to show up in a way that allows...