Josh Miller is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). Josh joined the UIC faculty in 2019 after working for 5 years at CSU, Bakersfield. Josh also spent several years working in multiple settings - Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, research with the VA in exercise-based spinal cord injuries, active-duty military, and cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET). Josh earned a DHSc in Global Health Promotion from A...
Feb 10, 2021•33 min
Today’s FitLabPGH podcast release is a repost video podcast challenging you to find ways to Move More. We are almost 11 months into the pandemic…this was recorded during the last PA order to close all gyms and fitness facilities…while your facility may now be open…you may not be comfortable attending in person classes. If your favorite forms of movement are temporarily unavailable, there are MANY ways to keep moving…and we’re here to suggest a few options. We recommend the video below, but if yo...
Feb 09, 2021
James Wilson (in his own words): Owner of MTB Strength Training Systems. Former strength and conditioning coach for the Yeti World Cup Team. Strength coach for 4 different National Championships in 3 different MTB disciplines. BJJ purple belt and owner of a small BJJ school. 2018 IBJJF No Gi World Silver Medalist in age bracket. Show Notes: James Wilson, contact info: E-mail: bikejames@gmail.com Websites: https://www.bikejames.com https://www.pedalinginnovations.com Instagram: https://www.instag...
Feb 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min
This week’s FitLabPGH Podcast release is a video podcast offering Ben’s 1-month review of the Apollo Neuro, a “wearable wellness device for stress relief.” The Apollo Neuro, developed in Pittsburgh, uses touch therapy, felt as waves of vibration, to trigger a parasympathetic nervous system response. With consistent use, the Apollo Neuro may retrain the nervous system to manage stress more efficiently. The device may be used on the wrist or the ankle. You can listen to the audio, but we think you...
Feb 02, 2021
Paul Thompson (in his own words): I’ve been a serious runner – some might say obsessive – for many years. My early running years were in the United Kingdom where I grew up, running for traditional harriers clubs in the Midlands, South London and West Yorkshire and representing town, county and region. I spent several years living and running in South East Asia and then moved to New York in 2004. A year later, I turned 40. I have consistently been the top masters’ runner in the New York area and ...
Jan 27, 2021•51 min
This week’s FitLabPGH Podcast release is a video podcast to help you keep moving outside through the winter…with a guide for winter workout gear to keep you comfortable from head to toe. If your extremities are cold, you are unlikely to enjoy your outdoor movement session…and you may even be putting yourself at risk of frostbite or hypothermia. You can listen to the audio, but we think you’ll enjoy the video, so sit back, watch, and then put on the appropriate gear, and opt outside! First tip: Y...
Jan 26, 2021
Matty is an in-demand Nutritional Therapist, International Speaker, Health & Nutrition Coach and Scientist working with high-level corporate clients, business owners and 9-5 workers. His research-based approach to nutritional optimisation and his vast experience in associated fields inform his core belief: that the absence of food is highly beneficial to your health. Matty’s medical knowledge, combined with extensive research and self-testing of non-traditional dieting and safe fasting metho...
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 2 min
This week’s FitLabPGH Podcast release is a video podcast to help you meet your health goals for 2021 and beyond. We have included the audio only link, but encourage you to check out the video. If one of your goals is to improve (or monitor) your fitness level, consider adding a Heart Rate Monitor to your movement routine. Tracking distance and pace of your movement sessions may not paint a complete picture…to gauge exercise intensity over a variety of routes and forms of exercise, a Heart Rate M...
Jan 10, 2021
Marcelo Aller (in his own words): More than 20 years of experience as a business operator, fitness coach, and sales and marketing executive to build better business performance, process, and products. Show Notes: Marcelo Aller, contact info: E-mail: marcelo.aller@mio-labs.com Website: https://mio-labs.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marceloaller/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miolabs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miolabsinc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MioLabs_NA Links me...
Jan 06, 2021•47 min
Don Moxley (in his own words): Exercise physiologist who has had the opportunity to work with very elite. I started personally defining myself by mission instead of vocation which has led to some very interesting discoveries that relate to the value of exercise. Don Moxley has arranged for Moving2Live Podcast listeners to receive 50% off their first purchase of spermidine supplements. To take advantage of this offer, use code M2L50 at https://spermidinelife.us This is Don Moxley’s third intervie...
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Will Kirousis of Tri-Hard Endurance Coaching has presented and written for national and international organizations on endurance training and has been coaching triathletes and other endurance athletes for over 20 years. Will has been fortunate to help athletes achieve a range of goals, from finishing their first triathlon, to winning age group national and world championships as well as professional national championships. You can follow Will on twitter @willkirousis. Show Notes: Will Kirousis, ...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 3 min
Paul Sorace (in his own words): I am a clinical exercise physiologist and personal trainer. I graduated with a BS in Biology from St. Peter's College and a MS in exercise physiology from Long Island University. I have obtained certifications with the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association. I have been active with these two organizations, presenting nationally, writing and editing, and serving on a number of their committees, and I have obtained...
Nov 18, 2020•40 min
Dr. Lisa MacFadden obtained her BS in Biomedical Engineering with a focus on Biomechanics and minors in Applied Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Rochester. She earned her MS and PhD in Bioengineering at the University of Utah. Following graduate school, Dr. MacFadden was a lead scientist for L-3 Applied Technologies conducting biomechanics research for the Department of Defense. She now serves as the Director of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Sanford Health as wel...
Sep 23, 2020•43 min
Dr Aaron D. Tressler, DC (in his own words): Chiropractor, Entrepreneur, and Health Expert of 30 years. Specializing in revitalizing life to the fullest naturally with chiropractic care, nutrition, exercise, and mental strength. Author of 5 books, State Chiropractic Board member, Coach, and Weight loss specialist Healed naturally from chronic stomach sickness, allergies and sinus. Suffered 2 rotator cuff tears, broken ribs 3x, torn medial meniscus, and a broken scapula at age 49. After Scapula f...
Sep 20, 2020
Andy Gillham, PhD specializes in performance enhancement for his clients. Dr. Gillham has a PhD in Sport and Exercise Psychology as well as a MS in Human Performance and certifications from the NSCA and AASP. Andy works primarily with coaches and athletic administrators on improving systematic coach evaluation and providing coach development opportunities. He is an Editorial Board member for International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching and Associate Editor for International Sport Coach...
Sep 16, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Mike Schneider, DC, PhD, is an associate professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, and the Clinical and Translational Science Institute at the University of Pittsburgh. He serves as a committee member on the University of Pittsburgh Institutional Review Board (IRB) and is also an Advisory Panel Member to the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). Schneider has designed and implemented several federally funded clinical trials comparing conservative treatments for low back an...
Sep 09, 2020•38 min
Brian Gearity, PhD, ATC, CSCS*D, USAW, USATF level 3 sprints, is the founding Director and Associate Professor of the Master of Arts in Sports Coaching program and several online graduate certificate programs at the University of Denver. Dr. Gearity has been a strength and conditioning, speed coach or mental skills consultant for youth, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, including stops at the University of Tennessee and the MLB Cleveland Baseball Team. Published by Routledge in...
Aug 26, 2020•56 min
Jessica Kury (in her own words): I am the Director of Special Events for Special Olympics PA and currently running a virtual fundraising event for the organization that centers around movement & activity for athletes of all ability. The event is called the AMRAP Challenge. The AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) Challenge brings persons with and without intellectual disabilities together on virtual teams to raise both funds and awareness for nearly 20,000 Special Olympics athletes. The virtua...
Aug 23, 2020
Mandy Shintani, OT & Gerontologist has been an occupational therapist for 30+ years and is a gerontologist. Fifteen years ago, with her skills as an OT, she developed the evidence-based Activator Poles (patented) and technique specifically for rehabilitation, which are the focus of 10 current studies. She is an international conference speaker on Nordic walking/urban poling for rehabilitation and fitness. Research on the Activator poles has been the focus of international presentations/poste...
Aug 19, 2020•45 min
This week’s release from FitLabPGH is a video podcast designed to help you step on the path to healthy, happy feet…because healthy feet help you move more. We’ve talked about healthy feet…and healthy footwear…before…and our sister podcast Moving2Live has several episodes worth checking out on the subject…including: -Our 2-part interview with Dr. Ray McClanahan, DPM, Natural Podiatrist and inventor of CorrectToes (released 3/13/19 and 3/27/19) -3 episodes featuring Dr. Samantha Wood, PT, DPT, OCS...
Jun 29, 2020
FitLabPGH Podcast is doing something a little different this week. Instead of releasing a new podcast episode, we’re bringing you a video podcast…encouraging you to Share the Trail…Summer is (unofficially) here…if there could POSSIBLY be an upside to the pandemic, it’s that more people are getting outside and making movement part of their lifestyle…we want you ALL to enjoy movement on the trails…so today’s video podcast includes a few tips to help minimize the squabbling (on social media and in ...
Jun 17, 2020
Doug Petrick (in his own words): I teach High School Physics and coach Cross Country, Indoor Track & Field, and Spring Track & Field at Upper St. Clair High School. I am happily married to my wife Kinley. We have 3 fun kids- Kaia (12), Kenzie (8), and Declan (6). I like to teach, coach, run, write, consume podcasts and connect with others that have similar interests. I am also the USC XC TF Coaches Clinic Director. This episode was originally released on May 6, 2020. With the Coaches Cli...
Jun 10, 2020•44 min
Paul Swift is an 8-Time US National Track Cycling Champion. After retiring from competitive cycling, Paul founded Bikefit and Bikefit Education to share his passion for cycling. Paul is a Master Bike Fitting Technician, a certified USCF sport coach, and a former member of the USA Cycling Board of Directors. Paul specializes in training bike fitters to correctly deliver comfortable and consistent fits to any type of rider. Show Notes: Paul Swift, contact info: E-mail: Paul@thecyclepoint.com Websi...
Jun 03, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Doug Petrick (in his own words): I teach High School Physics and coach Cross Country, Indoor Track & Field, and Spring Track & Field at Upper St. Clair High School. I am happily married to my wife Kinley. We have 3 fun kids- Kaia (12), Kenzie (8), and Declan (6). I like to teach, coach, run, write, consume podcasts and connect with others that have similar interests. I am also the USC XC TF Coaches Clinic Director. We previously interviewed Doug Petrick for the FitLabPGH Podcast episode ...
May 10, 2020
Doug Petrick (in his own words): I teach High School Physics and coach Cross Country, Indoor Track & Field, and Spring Track & Field at Upper St. Clair High School. I am happily married to my wife Kinley. We have 3 fun kids- Kaia (12), Kenzie (8), and Declan (6). I like to teach, coach, run, write, consume podcasts and connect with others that have similar interests. I am also the USC XC TF Coaches Clinic Director. We previously interviewed Doug Petrick for our sister podcast FitLabPGH -...
May 06, 2020•44 min
Lindsay Gibson (in her own words): I founded the Women’s Adventure Club in September 2019 with a mission to create opportunities for women to connect with nature and other like-minded people and to push past their comfort zone through new experiences. Prior to Pittsburgh, my family and I lived in Anchorage, Alaska for seven years. During our years in the Last Frontier I experienced so many wonderful outdoor adventures. I learned how to alpine ski, nordic ski, and fatbike in the snow. Learning th...
May 03, 2020
FitLabPGH Rituals for a Sense of Normalcy In this stressful time of COVID-19, Stay-at-Home Orders, and Social Distancing, the FitLabPGH Podcast is doing something a little different today…we’re bringing you a video podcast with a few suggestions for creating rituals that help create a sense of normalcy and may help with stress management. Take home messages: 1) instead of focusing on what you CAN’T do, try focusing on what you CAN do to feel more joy in your life; and 2) as evidenced by the vide...
Apr 26, 2020
Morey Kolber, PT, PhD, OCS, Cert. MDT, CSCS*D is a professor of physical therapy at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He maintains clinical practice at Boca Raton Orthopaedic Group – Institute of Sports Rehab where he serves as the Director of Physical Therapy. Morey is a board certified orthopaedic physical therapy specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS*D) through the Natio...
Apr 22, 2020•25 min
Dr. Ernesto Gutierrez, MD Dr. E is a physician by training and an educator by choice. His education background includes an MD degree with additional training in Age Management and in Regenerative Medicine. Throughout his career he’s learned that people really do want to live healthier, longer lives but are constantly bombarded by the conflicting information. This creates mental overwhelm and prevents lasting change. For this reason, he’s made it his mission to be a guide for as many people as po...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Working with Athletes during the Covid-19 Crisis Mike Schultz is the head coach and founder of Highland Training. He brings more than 20 years of racing, coaching and training experience from endurance and ultra-endurance events. Mike works with a range of talent from national and international elites, to age group athletes and is certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and certified personal trainer with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He is also ce...
Apr 08, 2020•32 min
