In this episode our guest is Karen Vizueta - We discuss Pilates principles and application, covering topics such as Pilates movements, breathing approaches, the mind-body connection, muscle activation, and Karen's personal journey with Pilates. We also explore Pilates progressions/regressions, learning and adapting as an instructor, and the benefits of Pilates for men.

Karen Vizueta has been a full-time fitness professional for 23 years. She is revered for making people feel better about their bodies and relieving stress through exercise, creating a fun, positive, and challenging environment. Karen's goal is for her clients to leave with a smile, knowing that happy clients will return and ultimately achieve their desired results. She graduated with honors from the University of Rhode Island and her fitness certifications include STOTT Pilates Mat & Reformer, AFAA Primary Group Exercise, AFAA Step, TRX, BOSU Kids, NASM CPT, Precision Nutrition L1, and Vbarre. Karen is also trained in Balanced Body Jumpboard, Power House Pilates Integrated Tower, and IMX Pilates Mat & Reformer.

Beyond her coaching responsibilities, Karen is a respected voice in wellness, contributing regular articles to the field. Her insights and expertise have been featured on notable platforms like Cosmopolitan.com and Feedspot.com, further solidifying her position as a knowledgeable and influential figure in fitness and health.

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00:00 Introduction 01:34 Pilates Principles 05:51 Breathing and Mind-Body Connection 09:49 indIvidualized Approach to Muscle Activation 11:54 Personal Journey with Pilates 15:14 Pilates Progression 17:59 Learning and Adapting as an Instructor 20:05 Pilates Benefits for Men 26:18 Understanding the Core Muscles 33:46 Pilates and Pregnancy 38:47 Personal Workout Routine 45:07 Transition to Online Teaching 51:26 Different Types of Pilates 1:01:03 Closing Remarks and Summary

In this episode our guest is Dr. Ravi Patel - We discuss the vulnerability of the eyes, covering topics like retinal detachment, cataracts, and glaucoma. Dr. Patel addresses patient anxiety related to eye surgery and significant improvements in surgical techniques. We delve into refractive errors, common eye diseases, and the impact of lifestyle choices on eye health. The discussion includes reversing blindness through technological advancements, the evolution of corneal transplant techniques, and considerations for seeking treatment. We examine the effects of modern technology on eyesight, dangers of eye rubbing, prolonged screen time, and the importance of looking far away to relieve eye strain. Dr. Patel also discusses the impact of contact lenses on eye health and concludes with personal and professional reflections.

Dr. Ravi Patel, MD, is a highly esteemed specialist in cataract, cornea, and laser refractive surgery. With a keen focus on LASIK/PRK laser surgery, advanced cataract surgery techniques, and cornea transplant surgeries such as DMEK and DSAEK, Dr. Patel has dedicated his career to improving vision and eye health. He is also proficient in treating keratoconus, cross-linking, and managing complications from eye surgeries, including Fuchs dystrophy.

Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Patel is affiliated with several prominent hospitals, including Monmouth Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Health Riverview Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and Wills Eye Hospital. Committed to providing the highest level of specialty eye care, Dr. Patel integrates the latest technology and innovative surgical techniques into his practice. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys family activities, charity work, kayaking, paddleboarding, and bridge robotics.

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00:00 Introduction 02:29 Vulnerability of the Eyes 05:11 Retinal Detachment 08:00 Ophthalmology 12:36 Dr Robert Abel 14:04 Eye Examination 15:48 Eye Surgery and Patient Anxiety 23:04 Improvements in Eye Surgery 24:50 Refractive Errors and Eye Health 26:11 Common Eye Diseases 27:09 Impact of Lifestyle on Eye Health 28:47 Effects of Smoking on Eye Health 30:43 Symmetry of Eye Conditions 33:27 Reversing Blindness 35:30 Technological Advancement in Eye Care 36:31 Evolution of Corneal Transplant Techniques 37:58 Considerations for Seeking Treatment 39:11 Balancing the Decision to Wait for Advanced Treatment 41:35 History of Eye Surgery 50:35 Eye Exercises and Vision Training 52:35 Effects of Modern Technology on Eyesight 55:06 The Dangers of Eye Rubbing 56:25 Effects of screen Time on Eyes 57:29 The Importance of Looking Far Away 1:01:57 Impact of Contact Lenses on Eye Health 1:05:56 Personal and Professional Reversals

In this episode our guest is Laurence Layne - We discuss the multifaceted world of holistic health and healing, exploring techniques like craniosacral therapy, osteopathy, and the integration of osteopathic techniques. Laurence shares his insights on creating a safe space for healing, learning from unexpected healing events, and the role of non-touch healing modalities. We discuss the history of holistic healing, shifting perspectives on health, and the integration of medicine and research, including quantifying frequencies in the body. We explore his journey into professional healing, the impact of learning neuromuscular techniques, his apprenticeship period, and the incorporation of Chinese medicine and herbal healing.

Laurence Layne, DOMTP, EWCH, LMT, has been a dedicated natural health professional since 1990. His passion spans across healing, wellness, holistic health, complementary and alternative medicine, spirituality, consciousness, and energy healing. In 1994, Laurence established Healing Waters Clinic, a multi-disciplinary holistic clinic in St. Augustine, Florida. Expanding his practice, he started his first herbal pharmacy, which evolved into an herbal dispensary and herb shop by 2000.

Laurence boasts strong clinical skills in Manual Osteopathy, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Western Herbalism (Physiomedicalism), and Naturopathic/Functional Medicine. He is also an accomplished researcher and writer. His contributions to the field reflect his extensive expertise and commitment to holistic health.

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00:00 Introduction

02:05 Craniosacral Therapy

05:43 Osteopathy in the United States

07:28 Integration of Osteopathic Techniques

11:12 Creating a Safe Space for Healing

14:20 Learning from Unexpected Healing Events

16:21 Non-Touch Healing Modalities

19:28 History of Holistic Healing

22:50 Shifting Perspectives on Health

28:11 Integrative Medicine and Research

31:15 Quantifying Frequencies in the Body

39:34 Tai Chi and Qigong

41:10 Early Life and Herbal Awakening

46:00 Psychedelics

49:30 Journey into Professional Healing

52:27 Impact of Learning Neuromuscular Techniques

56:08 The Apprenticeship Period

1:01:52 Incorporating Chinese Medicine

1:06:49 Exploring Herbal Healing

1:10:58 Challenges in the Field of Herbalism

1:14:10 Meditation

1:21:05 Western Herbalism

1:42:40 Fundamental Changes in Beliefs

1:47:05 Learning from Life Lessons

In this episode our guest is Dr. Stanley Paris - We discuss the specialized field of manual and manipulative therapy and its application through various techniques. Dr. Paris shares his extensive experiences and challenges in building a successful career across multiple countries. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and seizing opportunities, sharing insights on the evolution of physiotherapy and the significance of manual therapy. We explore incorporating endurance sports into a holistic practice, discussing Dr. Paris's participation in the Ironman Triathlon and swimming the English Channel, and the challenges he faced. We cover the influence of continuous moderate activity on joint health and the importance of embracing failure and success in professional growth. Dr. Paris highlights his discoveries in treatment and therapy techniques, patient interaction, and the role of research in advancing physical therapy. He provides valuable advice on continuous professional development and learning from mistakes, drawing from his experience in founding the University of St. Augustine and his involvement in various professional organizations.

Dr. Stanley Paris has practiced in New Zealand, England, Canada, Bermuda and the United States. He earned a diploma in physiotherapy and another in business – both degree courses today. His first degree is a PhD in neuroanatomy. He is a Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association as well as from three other organizations and has an honorary Doctor of Laws from his alma mater the University of Otago in New Zealand. He received the highest honor in American physical therapy when being awarded the Mary McMillan Founders Lecture and later the Mildred Elson Founders Lecture of the World Confederation of Physical Therapy. Throughout his career he has founded journals, published articles and a book and started more than a dozen private clinics. In 1992 he founded what would become the University of St. Augustine. Dr. Paris has founded numerous private practices and specialty clinics, two journals, acquired a hotel and turned it into a health resort and founded the University of St. Augustine now with five campuses nationwide. An innovator in practice and education he plans to lay bare his experiences and how he saw and grasped opportunities to build a successful career. While his specialty has been in manual and manipulative therapy, he was the founder and first president of the Orthopaedic Section as well as a founding member of Women’s Health Section now Pelvic Health. His experiences he wishes to share with us in order that we may likewise see and take advantage of opportunities to grow and develop along with the profession.

00:00 Introduction 00:53 Journey to America and Pursuit of PhD 1:53 Challenges in Pursuing PhD 03:27 Early Life in New Zealand 05:53 Evolution of Physiotherapy 08:27 Decision to Study Manipulative Therapy 10:16 Influence of Endurance Sport 14:05 Ironman Triathlon and Swimming the English Channel 19:49 Challenges Crossing the English Channel 24:06 Retiring from Sailing 26:09 Endurance Adventure 28:18 Value of Solitude 31:01 Diverse Interests 32:55 Career Achievements 36:08 Embracing Failure and Success 38:38 Founding the University of St. Augustine 39:34 Evolution of Physical Therapy Education 41:28 Manual Therapy 46:42 Approach to Pain Management 49:00 Patient Interaction and Clinical Presence 51:17 The Role of Research 55:44 Supporting Physical Therapy Research 58:03 Modalilties and Treatment Approaches 1:00:07 Challenges with Reimbursements 1:02:07 Continues Professional Development 1:06:14 Neuroanatomy 1:10:28 Impact of Continuous Moderate Activity on Joints 1:13:11 Learning from Mistakes Visit our website for more information: www.nielasher.com

In this episode our guest is Dr. Leo Galland - We discuss the ongoing food allergy pandemic and its challenges. Dr. Galland shares insights on COVID-19's impact on allergies and the potential reversibility of the allergy epidemic. We explore the significant gap between science and medicine, the impact of diet on allergic reactions, and strategies for building resilience to allergens. Dr. Galland also discusses personalized nutrition and dietary considerations for managing asthma and eczema, the implications of long COVID, and the connections between lifestyle choices and health conditions. Dr. Galland is a pioneer in studying the impact of intestinal microbes (the gut microbiome) and intestinal permeability (“leaky gut”) on health and disease. He has received international recognition for developing innovative nutritional therapies to treat autoimmune, inflammatory, allergic, infectious and gastrointestinal disorders and has described his work in numerous scientific articles and textbook chapters. A graduate of Harvard University and New York University School of Medicine, Dr. Galland is board-certified in internal medicine. He is listed in Leading Physicians of the World and America’s Top Doctors. In 2017, Dr. Galland was awarded the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who’s Who. He is a member of the medical advisory board of The Global Lyme Alliance and the Long Covid Advisory Group of the World Health Network. 09:18 Food Allergy Pandemic 15:45 COVID-19's Impact on Allergies 20:46 Reversibility of Allergy Epidemic 26:01 The Gap Between Science and Medicine 35:08 Impact of Diet on Allergic Reactions 43:55 Building Resilience to Allergens 51:23 Personalized Nutrition and Dietary Considerations 1:01:28 Managing Asthma and Eczema 1:06:37 Impact of Long COVID 1:16:31 Connecting Lifestyle Choices to Health Conditions

In this episode our guest is Brenda Dyson - We discuss the specialized field of structural integration and its application through body assessment techniques. Brenda shares her experiences and challenges in building a successful practice and emphasizes the importance of developing a strong referral network. We discuss incorporating nutrition into holistic practice, discussing cutting-edge diet research and insights, including the impact of food sensitivities and inflammation on health. We cover the nutritional benefits of raw milk and the role of enzymes in digestion. We explore the profound benefits of craniosacral therapy, understanding rhythm, and its subtleties, particularly in treating concussions. Brenda highlights her discoveries in treatment and therapy techniques, sensory reading, and other bodywork modalities. Brenda Dyson, a certified Rolfer and Licensed Massage Therapist with a master's in nutrition, believes true wellness stems from a deep understanding of the body's interconnected systems. This philosophy informs her approach, which seamlessly blends her knowledge of bodywork techniques like Craniosacral Therapy with personalized nutrition plans and overall health strategies. Brenda's programs empower clients to achieve optimal health through a balanced combination of diet, exercise, and therapeutic interventions. 00:00 Introduction 00:54 Structural Integration 03:11 Body Assessment 09:05 Challenges in Building a Practice 10:54 Building a Referral Network 13:00 Incorporating Nutrition into Practice 19:46 Diet Research and Insights 34:31 Food Sensitivities and Inflammation 40:05 Nutrients and Enzymes in Raw Milk 45:19 Benefits of Craniosacral Therapy 53:55 Understanding Rhythm in Craniosacral Therapy 56:28 Discovery of Rhythms 01:01:39 Subtlety of Craniosacral Work 01:02:43 Concussion Treatment 01:05:38 Treatment and Therapy Discoveries 01:09:38 Sensory Reading 01:14:01 Closing Remarks Visit our website for more information: www.nielasher.com

In this episode our guest is Dr. Scott Michaels - We discuss the complex world of health, the types and functions of steroids, current health threats, and the interplay between genetics and lifestyle in disease prevention. Dr. Michaels also addresses mental health challenges like anxiety and resilience, offering insights into therapeutic interventions and the importance of acceptance and learning from failure. We discuss the impact of diseases like diabetes and heart disease, as well as the significance of proper nutrition and physical activity. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of health and wellness, presenting both medical insights and personal growth strategies that are essential for both healthcare professionals and the general public.

Dr. Scott Michaels, MD, initially practiced as a chiropractor for 18 years before transitioning to become a family physician. Now a board-certified Family Medicine Specialist in St. Augustine, FL, he blends his extensive experience in chiropractic care with his medical expertise. Dr. Michaels, a graduate of St. Matthews University School of Medicine, is affiliated with Flagler Hospital and is known for his holistic approach to healthcare, serving the St. Augustine area with a focus on comprehensive patient wellness.

00:00 Introduction

01:54 Types and Functions of Steroids

04:56 Discussion of Current Health Threats

07:43 Managing Anxiety and FOMO

14:18 Making Decisions and Resilience

16:25 Self-Improvement and Discipline

19:25 Debilitating Anxiety and its Physical Symptoms

22:47 Therapeutic Interventions for Anxiety

28:42 Acceptance and Learning from Failure

32:42 The Impact of Diabetes on Health

46:54 Childhood Obesity and Perception

49:15 Heart Disease and Risk Factors

50:43 Genetics and Lifestyle Factors

53:57 Complexities in Health Advice

55:35 Calories, Diet, and Exercise

01:02:32 Life Lessons from Baseball

01:04:04 Success and Failure

01:05:14 Approach to Patient Care

01:06:44 Food Discoveries in Chinese Medicine

01:08:27 Chiropractic Manipulation

01:10:32 Joint Health and Injury Prevention

01:17:03 Role of Synovial Fluid in Joint Health

01:18:21 Advancements in Medical Treatments

01:25:06 Approaching Healing Arts with an Open Mind

01:27:03 Differentiating Knowledge and Wisdom

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In this episode our guest is Michael (Misha) Son - We discuss the rich history and competitive aspects of kettlebell sport, including its origins, records, and techniques. We explore the deeper meaning behind workouts, the importance of learning from experience, and the relationship between success and effort. Misha shares insights on discipline, the justification for overexertion, and maintaining control over indulgences. We explore the emotional highs of challenging one's potential and the supportive role of mentors and inspiring teachers. The discussion extends to the metaphorical parallels between kettlebell practice and life's broader challenges, as well as the focused intensity required in kettlebell training. Additionally, we cover the benefits of exercise for ADHD and emotional health, the nuances of teaching kettlebell techniques to different generations, and methods for overcoming training challenges. Misha began his journey in physical training and holistic wellness from a place of personal adversity. Diagnosed with a debilitating back condition at 14 and traumatized by a robbery at 16, Misha used these challenges to fuel his passion for strength training and movement coaching. Now, with over a decade of experience, he is a respected figure in the realm of physical conditioning, recognized for his unique ability to integrate body and soul healing. Misha, a dedicated movement coach and teacher, is committed to helping others unlock their potential for transformation and holistic wellness, using his personal story as a testament to the power of resilience and dedicated practice. 00:00 Introduction 06:41 Kettlebell Sport Origins 11:08 Kettlebell Sport Records and Techniques 22:01 The Meaning of a Workout 23:24 Learning from Experience 27:36 Success and Effort 31:59 Discipline and Disassociation 34:51 Justification for Overexertion 38:43 Control over Indulgences 41:12 Delight and Fear in Challenging One's Potential 59:34 Encouragement from Teachers 01:01:14 Inspiring Teachers 01:08:51 Kettlebell Practice as a Metaphor for Life 01:15:16 Intensity and Focus in Kettlebell Training 01:16:28 Physical Conditioning and Training 01:17:57 Teaching Kettlebell Training to Younger Generations 01:20:19 Training for Older Individuals 01:28:28 Overcoming Challenges in Training 01:32:19 Finding More Information 01:33:38 Future Plans Visit our website for more information: www.nielasher.com

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