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Going Behind the Scenes and an Upcoming Summer Series with Branden Hazelwood May 31, 2023

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Have you always wondered what it’s really like behind the scenes at Stronger U? We’re giving you a peek behind the curtain with Member Experience Specialist Branden Hazelwood!
Branden is a Stronger U OG, having been a part of this brand since the early days. He sat down with Gianna Masi, RD CISSN, to give us a glimpse into his journey as a SU team member and his 20 lb weight loss with the support of a coach. He also gives us the insider scoop on the SU experience, including:

the personalized Stronger U coach matching process
coach transformations (they’re just like us!)
how Stronger U is MORE than nutrition
the special relationships built between member and coach
going beyond physical changes

During this episode, Branden also introduces the new Stronger U Radio Summer Series and chats all about what he’s got planned as he prepares for a summer podcast takeover as host—bringing us fun, informational, and inspiring episodes with a secret line-up you won’t want to miss!
Tune in to hear about Stronger U from the perspective of one of our longest teammates and members!
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Enhancing women’s wellness: strength, mobility, and bone health with Dr. Monica Moore May 24, 2023

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Discover the crucial link between exercise, women’s health, and physical therapy. Injuries and physical changes throughout life can impact our ability to be active and do what we enjoy. Working with an experienced physical therapist can be beneficial in preventing and healing injuries and in strengthening the body, especially for women. Dr. Monica Moore, PT, DPT, joined Gianna Masi, RD, CISSN, on Stronger U Radio to delve into a range of topics about women’s muscle and bone health, including:

The importance of muscle mass, improving movement patterns, and mobility for overall health

Healing and prevention from chronic or acute pain
A general overview of pelvic floor health and what you might expect in a pelvic floor PT evaluation

Physical therapy’s role in helping with postpartum return to activity (whether it’s been six weeks or ten years)
Muscle and bone loss during menopause, and what proactive action can help to minimize or slow down this loss
The definition of conditions such as sarcopenia, osteopenia, and osteoporosis

Dr. Monica Moore, PT, DPT, holds a doctorate in physical therapy from Rutgers University and is a partner at AMP Performance Rehab in New Jersey. She is passionate about rehab across all spectrums of life and has extensive experience working with elite athletes. Her love of movement has been a lifelong journey, and her passion for dance led her to her current career. After sustaining multiple injuries, she found herself frustrated by the lack of answers from providers who failed to look at the specifics of her body and movement patterns while understanding her physical needs as a dancer. This experience motivated her to become a practitioner who can help her clients understand their bodies better and be able to return to doing what they love safely.
  
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From Stronger U Member to Inspiring Coach: Jamie’s Story May 10, 2023

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Coaches — they’re just like us! This special Stronger U Radio episode features Stronger U Coach Jamie Tuttle, who went from an OR nurse administrator looking to lose weight to a full-time inspiring Stronger U Coach. She and SU Community Manager Kenzie Faris sat down to dive deep into Jamie’s story, her 50 lb weight loss journey, and how her Stronger U experience led her to change careers entirely. During this chat, the two discuss the following:

The illness that led Jamie to focus on her health
The moment she realized she had to do something different and joined Stronger U
The unique traits that make the Stronger U Community so special
The profound impact Coach Jodi had on Jamie’s success
An exciting decision Jamie made earlier this year
Jamie’s future goals for herself
and much more

The conversation concludes with solid advice for anyone thinking about embarking on or amid their own Stronger U journey.
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Conquering Marathons and Celiac Disease with Coach Katie and Chloe Apr 26, 2023

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Stronger U Coach and Registered Dietitian, Katie Leahy is joined by Stronger U member Chloe Rosen. Chloe is a runner, writer, content creator and actor (among other amazing things!) who is on a mission to run the six World Marathon Majors. She has already run the Chicago and New York marathons and has her sights set on the Boston Marathon in 2024.
In addition to her busy career and marathon training, Chloe is preparing to compete in the Mrs. New York pageant in June 2023 (is there anything she can’t do!?). Needless to say, having energy is at the top of her list of priorities.
While it hasn’t slowed her down, Chloe has celiac disease and prior to joining Stronger U was also diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, insulin resistance and pre-diabetes. She knew she wanted extra support to prioritize fueling her body to be the very best and healthiest version of herself. Enter Stronger U and Coach Katie.
Like a conversation between two great friends, Coach Katie and Chloe laughed, cried, and got deep on the power of nutrition and how Katie’s personalized support has helped Chloe totally crush some pretty big goals. And they’re just getting started together! In Chloe’s words, “she’s coming back to herself.”
Chloe also emphasized the knowledge she’s gained thanks to Stronger U and the incredible realization of what her body can do. They tackled a lot during this episode, including:

The importance of listening to your body and the clues it’s giving you
Navigating autoimmune diseases through nutrition
How eating gluten impacts Chloe’s body and training
Building a nutritional foundation and intentional eating
Chloe’s incredible experience at the Disney Half Marathon
Non scale victories and why they’re so important

This is a fun and inspiring discussion you don’t want to miss.
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Debunking Weight Loss Myths with Stronger U Registered Dietitians Apr 12, 2023

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Are you overwhelmed with deciphering fact versus fiction amid all the conflicting weight loss advice and information? We’ve got you! On this episode of Stronger U Radio, we’re answering your most pressing weight loss and nutrition questions.
Should you eat after 7 pm?
Does skipping meals help you lose weight?
Do carbs make you gain weight?
Do you need a strict exercise regimen?
… and more
 
Get the evidence-based low-down on these and more common questions from two experienced registered dietitians. Stronger U’s Director of Nutrition, Dr. Jessica Bachman, PhD, RD, and Gianna Masi, RD, break through the noise and misinformation to debunk the biggest myths around weight loss. Each misconception is met with a thoughtful and relatable explanation backed by research.
This enlightening episode will clear up much of the confusion around food and weight loss so you can make more confident choices to reach your goals.
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What You Need to Know About Your Gut Health and the Microbiome with Erin DeMille, MS, RD Mar 29, 2023

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Should I be supplementing with probiotics?
What are prebiotics?
What’s the deal with fermented foods?
What is gut health, anyway and why is it important?
The latest episode of Stronger U Radio answers these and other common questions about the hot topic of your gut, microbiome, and how it impacts your overall health.
Erin DeMille, MS, RD joins Stronger U Radio with Gianna Masi, RDN, CISSN, to discuss all things gut health, nutrition, probiotic supplements, fermented foods, bloating and other GI issues, sensitivity testing and more.
Erin holds a Master of Science in Nutrition, is a Registered Dietitian, and serves as a research assistant at the Harvard School of Public Health. She is a nutrition expert who divides her time between private practice, research, and cooking. She focuses on transforming biochemistry into delicious foods and actionable steps for sustainable lifestyles for her clients.
Tune in for applicable takeaways on:

What comprises the human microbiome
What does gut health mean
The power of fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, and kefir
What to look for when buying kombucha
The research on probiotics and prebiotics
The truth about sensitivity testing

If you want to learn more about gut health, this is one episode not to be missed!
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Consistent Imperfection and Reaching Your Goals with Tonal coach Tim Landicho Mar 01, 2023

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“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” – James Clear
In this episode of Stronger U Radio, Manager of Nutrition Education and Innovation, Gianna Masi RDN, CISSN, is joined by Tim Landicho. Tim has been a trainer for the last six years, currently serving as a coach for the digital fitness platform, Tonal. He’s also a former Stronger U member and briefly touches on his experience with us! Tim’s mission is for people to fall in love with the process, and his mantra is “showing up imperfectly but relentlessly.” He views fitness as a vehicle for people to stop being so afraid and disconnected from their bodies and to increase their capacity to live a bigger life.
During this episode, Gianna and Tim focus on the process instead of the outcome when achieving your goals. This upbeat and multifaceted conversation includes:

A recap of Tim’s journey to arrive at this point in his career in fitness after initially setting out on a different path
His upbringing, culture, the food he grew up and how they’ve inspired him to help people build a healthy life around the things that matter to them
The powerful alternative to asking yourself what your “why” is
How values and priorities dictate the pace of how quickly you achieve your goals
Why consistency is all about bite-sized action, which may look different from day to day depending on what’s going on in your life
The importance of checking in with your coach
The impact of taking on the identity of the person you want to become
The need to normalize fitness as being challenging and a long-term, lifelong practice
Using pauses and moments of mindfulness as a tool for building awareness around food

Regardless of where you are on your health and fitness journey, this episode will leave you with many great takeaways that will inspire you to get clear on what you want and whom you want to become and then give you the nudge to take action to become that person.
   
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Ozempic, Wegovy and Weight Loss : Fact vs. Fiction with Dr. Tina Sadarangani Feb 15, 2023

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Ozempic. Wegovy. Rybelsus. These brand names of the medication semaglutide (a GLP-1) have recently been having quite the moment in the spotlight. From social media influencers and celebrities to publications and news outlets, it seems everyone has been talking about this “miracle drug.” Following increased exposure and curiosity among the general population about semaglutide, there’s been an influx of non-science-backed headlines and misinformation spread across the internet. Any time a new medication enters the market, evidence-based education is crucial for consumers to understand what these medications can and cannot do.
Many people are searching for the elusive quick fix, but does it actually exist? What are the implications, and how do nutrition and lifestyle factors come into play? As part of our commitment to educating our community, we’re shedding light on this very relevant and timely topic in the latest episode of Stronger U Radio.
Manager of Nutrition Content and Innovation Gianna Masi, RD, sat down with NIH-funded principal investigator and board-certified primary care nurse practitioner Dr. Tina Sadarangani, Ph.D. to debunk the myths and set the record straight (based on fact, not fiction) around semaglutide and weight loss. Dr. Tina has an impressive background and brings a wealth of experience in the medical field. She’s also an assistant professor in the NYU Grossman School of Medicine’s Department of Population Health. Her research program is underscored by a profound commitment to advancing the health of minoritized populations and targeting health disparities.
Tune into this evidence-based conversation for answers to many of the most common questions, such as:

What is semaglutide?
How does it work?
How can it help with weight loss?
Who is a candidate?
What are the pros and cons?
What are the common side effects?
How much does it cost?
What are some important considerations?
How can you support your long-term health in conjunction with these drugs?

Plus, Dr. Tina and Gianna chat about medication accessibility, the many factors that can contribute to weight gain, and why these medications are part of a broader toolbox.
  
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Boundaries for Healthy Relationships with Special Guest Jordan Dann Feb 01, 2023

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Nervous system dysregulation can cause many mental health symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia, to name a few. During this episode of Stronger U Radio, Manager of Nutrition Education and Innovation Gianna Masi, RD sat down with Jordan Dann, licensed psychoanalyst, relationship coach, and author of Somatic Therapy for Healing Trauma. The two discuss how having an awareness of how our body holds information about our attachment needs from moment to moment (also known as somatic experience) can be helpful in bringing the body back to a state of balance and results in healthier relationships.
During their conversation, you’ll hear how boundaries play a role in navigating a relationship with a partner, family member or friend who is unsupportive of your nutritional and lifestyle changes, as well as the importance of differentiation in this scenario.
“So often people choose not to make a different choice that is in service of their better health because it’s going to create a relational disturbance. They’d rather be confluent than to differentiate and navigate the discomfort,” states Jordan.
She goes over some questions to ask yourself, such as:
“what’s uncomfortable for me about you not joining me?”
“What’s preventing me from being able to make those choices that I feel are best for myself even if you aren’t going to be on board.”
“What’s going to be required for me to differentiate enough to set up habits that are going to be good for me.”
Relational support is essential when moving into something new, so being able to lean on a coach and supportive community, such as we have at Stronger U, to help give us the internal strength to meet the dissatisfaction or discomfort of the people in our lives who want to challenge us, so we go back to the status quo.
Throughout this thought-provoking talk, Gianna and Jordan also discuss:

The definition of dysregulation and how emotional eating can be a result
Tips on identifying when you are dysregulated or triggered, beginning with the importance of being aware of how you feel.
How food, movement, and rest impact the nervous system regulation
Jordan’s own experience of how exercise and food affect her mood

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Unlocking Motivation and Behavior Change with Dr. Lisa Lewis Jan 18, 2023

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During our annual Stronger U Summit in Nashville, our team had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Lisa Lewis as this year’s keynote speaker for coach education in counseling and sports psychology. She’s worked in college mental health centers before opening a private practice. Dr. Lisa has been practicing counseling and psychotherapy since 2003 across a broad spectrum of mental health and wellness with a diverse range of clients, including those suffering from significant mental health disorders to high-functioning, high-achieving individuals such as athletes or executives who seek counseling or coaching for performance enhancement.
During Dr. Lisa’s time with us, our Manager of Nutrition Education and Registered Dietitian Gianna Masi and Director of Nutrition Education Dr. Jessica Bachman, PhD, RD sat down with her to discuss the importance of behavior change stages, specifically in health and fitness. As a behavior change expert herself, she shares her own experience with her Stronger U Coach and the Stronger U App (coaches need coaches, too!). You’ll also hear a behind-the-scenes summary of what Dr. Lisa covered during her educational presentation to Stronger U coaches, which holds great tips for everyone. They touched on topics such as:

The power of emotional intelligence
The true source of motivation and how coaches can help you access it

The importance of other aspects of health as it relates to weight loss
The time investment for sustainable results
How using reflection when answering questions can strengthen your coach’s ability to support you better
The benefit of working with a human coach versus a bot or generalized app when it comes to addressing nuances and struggles
Identifying strengths and leveraging them for behavior change

The positive impacts of exercise on your brain
Dr. Lisa and Dr. Jessica’s current exercise routine

This episode brings tools and tips for both coaches and members from three highly qualified industry experts.

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