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The Flourishing Experiment

The Flourishing Experimentkarigormley.com
What does it mean to flourish? Join Resilience Trainer and Certified Applied Positive Psychology Coach Kari Gormley as she interviews scientists, experts, coaches and authors on how to live a flourishing life. You'll hear the latest research and recommendations for growing and strengthening your relationships, identifying your passions and priorities, and living healthier, happier life. The Flourishing Experiment podcast starts where The Running Lifestyle Show crossed the finish line and is a great listen for avid runners, casual athletes, or anyone looking to make a positive change in their life. Listen along to learn how you can go from functioning to flourishing!
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Episodes

57: What a Runner Needs To Know About Zone Training & Stress Fractures

Polly de Mille, exercise physiologist, discusses my VO2 max test results and how to incorporate them in to zone training. She discusses what about a fat adapted diet is ideal for distance runners, how to prevent injuries, and how exercise is the best medicine you can take. Serena Marie, RD, talks about the female triad and how "calories in, calories out" is just not a good idea. Stephen Brown talks about his new book, Relentless Mettle - My Cancer, My Rules .

Feb 12, 20151 hr 44 min

56: What a Physical Therapist Wants an Obstacle Race & New Runner to Know

Susan Nowell, physical therapist, discusses with Trey Beauchamp what he needs to do (and not do) to become a runner and prepare for obstacle races. We talk about weighted vests, minimalist shoes, and how every BODY is different. Serena Marie, RD, discusses the who, what, why, and how of a gluten-free diet. We hear from professional runner and entrepreneur Jeremy Nelson. And finally, our monthly visitor, Vinnie Tortorich, reveals a habit that he feels led to his cancer diagnosis.

Feb 05, 20151 hr 23 min

55: The Body Image Show w/ Nicole DeBoom

Nicole DeBoom, Ironman winner, mom, and business owner, has used her talent, passion, and competitive spirit to change the clothes women run in. Nicole and I go for a run, have some girl talk and hear about why it’s so key for Nicole’s body to be strong for her mind to be strong. We also talk about guys and their, um, bodies. Serena Marie, RD, and I talk about body image too. And Serena Marie’s friend Katie Zakreski joins us as the Runner of the Week.

Jan 29, 20151 hr 16 min

54: Is it runner’s fatigue, adrenal burnout or autoimmune disease with Dr. Teri Goetz

Dr. Teri Goetz, doctor of Chinese medicine and integrative medicine comes back on the show to discuss her own journey with Sjögren’s disease, Hashimoto’s disease and chronic Lyme disease and what she wants you to know from a medical and also personal standpoint. In addition, Dr. Teri Goetz is a life coach and integrates lifestyle choices to overcome autoimmune disorders Serena Marie, RD, returns to talk about. Three points of view of the Pickle Run in Media, PA is shared along with the details a...

Jan 22, 20151 hr 21 min

53: How Exercise Takes Away Toxic Stress, with John Ratey, MD

Dr. John Ratey, a psychiatrist, explains how the brain functions and how just standing can increase focus by 7-10%. We discuss how walking can increase creativity by at least 25%. Walking alone can be like taking a little Ritalin, a little Prozac, and a little Adderall. Serena Marie, RD, uncovers how canola oil is not the darling oil some once thought it was. Pam Mirels, comes on and talks about the gifts she has received from running and the fun places to hang out in NYC.

Jan 15, 20151 hr 23 min

52: The What, Why, & How of Eating a Fat Adapted Diet w/ Serena Marie, RD

Serena Marie, RD, gives us the low down of what a fat adapted diet is, why we both believe it’s the most nutrient dense diet, and how to go about eating it. Plenty of tips and tricks are shared. Warning, this episode could be life changing. Visit www.therunninglifestyle.com for the show notes, or go there directly: http://bit.ly/52SMrdW

Jan 08, 20151 hr 36 min

51: How to Make Your New Year's Resolution a Reality Through a Vision Board

Helen Samson Mullen, an Executive and Life Coach, trained by the likes of Brene Brown and Martha Beck, walks us through how using a vision board can create opportunities for your life. We use my vision board created in November 2013 as an example of what can happen when using this tool. Serena Marie, RD, discusses how she makes New Year's resolutions stick. Our Runner of the Week is Helena Bouchez, who shares how she is using running as a way to manage her ADHD. Vinnie Tortorich shares his mantr...

Jan 01, 20151 hr 40 min

50: 50th Episode Celebration & Behind the Scenes Look at the Running Lifestyle Show

Come along and celebrate with Serena Marie, RD, Meaghan Nana-Sinkam, Cheryl Brown and me as we celebrate the 50th episode of the Running Lifestyle Show. We talk about the gift of running and podcasting, memorable episodes, the roller coaster of emotions, and putting intentions out to the universe and receiving them. We also talk about running in Chicago.

Dec 25, 20141 hr 33 min

49: How to Run Injury-Free with Chi Running

Serena Scott Thomas, Chi Running coach, explains how to run with Chi Running principles in addition to sharing her love of running. Serena oozes inspiration on how to get out of bed and go for a run. We hear from John Harris of the Back of Pack podcast about what happens when you are the last person to finish a race. Serena Marie, RD, tells us how to pick the best dark chocolate.

Dec 18, 20141 hr 17 min

48: It’s Never Too Late to Start; Give Yourself the Gift of Fitness

Margaret Webb, author of Older, Faster, Stronger: What Women Runners Can Teach Us All About Living Younger, Longer, shares her year of researching older runners and how they keep running strong. We also discuss Margaret’s year of dedicating herself to having a super-fit year. Margaret gives us tips on how to start and keep on going. Serena Marie, RD, busts the food myth about Greek yogurt and runner-of-the-week Tricia Meyer shares how running has changed the lives of the people around her....

Dec 11, 20141 hr 12 min

47: How to Take Care of Your Body During the Holidays w/ Physical Therapist Susan Nowell

Susan Nowell, physical therapist, comes back on the show to talk about common injuries that occur during the holidays and how to prevent them. Susan also answers listeners’ questions regarding IT Band issues and stress fractures. Serena Marie, RD, shares what foods to eat after a run to aid in recovery. Jason Pina is our listener of the week, and he explains how running marathons has changed his life. Our monthly guest, Vinnie Tortorich, trainer to the stars, talks about a problem area many runn...

Dec 04, 20141 hr 29 min

46: As Long As I Ran, I Had The Magic with Kathrine Switzer

Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon legally in addition to winning the New York City Marathon and creating the possibility for women to run the marathon as an Olympic sport comes on this very special Thanksgiving episode to share her story and inspiration. If you are looking for a spark to get you running, then here it is. Serena Marie, RD discusses how to respond to unsolicited comments about what you are eating at holiday events. The listener of the week is Trey Beauch...

Nov 27, 20141 hr 8 min

45: Your Holiday Guide to Food & Mindset w/ Serena Marie, RD & Jan Hoath

Your Holiday Guide to Food & Mindset w/ Serena Marie RD, & Jan Hoath - Serena Marie, RD joins us to discuss all things food for the holidays. Jan Hoath talks about the holiday prism, how to honor yourself and happiness during the holiday season. We also talk with Listener of the Week Grant Crowell who shares his favorite running apps and his motivating running story.

Nov 20, 201452 min

44: NYC Marathon Recap from a Spectator's Point of View w/ Serena Marie RD

Serena Marie, RD and I talk all about cheering for the runners along with the good times and challenging times we had in the NYC. We banter back and forth about the fun people we met along the way and the inspiring runners we saw. I also talk about attending the expo, a shakeout run with Dean Karnazes and the Road Runners Hall of Fame ceremony. www.therunninglifestyle.com

Nov 13, 201435 min

42: What You Need to Do to Be a Distance Runner with Vinnie Tortorich

Vinnie Tortorich comes back on the show to share with us why it's key for runners to strength train. He also discusses what Zone 2 Training is all about and how it can help you run faster. Serena Marie, RD comes on to discuss another set of food myths associated with a well-known food.

Nov 06, 20141 hr 16 min

41: Dean Karnazes, On the Road to Fulfillment and Happiness

Time Magazine has called Dean Karnazses one of the most influential people in the world, and he comes on the show to discuss how he has used his passion as his vocation. We take a nice road trip with Dean and discuss how and why he left the corporate world to become a board member for Girls on the Run. We hear about favorite travel memories with his family, the people who have been affected by what Dean has done, and so much more. In addition, we talk with our listener of the week, Leeann Faust,...

Oct 30, 20141 hr 4 min

40: What to do with Negative Thoughts and Comments, with Teri Goetz

Modern day medicine woman and advanced accredited coach discusses the correlation between one's thoughts and actions. Teri discusses what could be going on with you when you're feeling fatigued, what to do when you wake up at 3:00 AM, what to realize when people question your active lifestyle and more. Serena Marie, RD busts the food myth that whole grains are good for you. Listener of the week Kelli Patin shares how she is easing in to running.

Oct 23, 20141 hr 6 min

39: In-Depth Chicago Marathon Recap

This is one L O N G run of a show when Serena Marie, RD and I go in-depth about all things 2014 Chicago Marathon. We discuss the course, fans, inspiring stories, restaurants, fueling strategies and much more. Serena Marie, RD also discusses what happened in her personal life to lead her to make the decision not to run the Hartford Marathon.

Oct 16, 20141 hr 43 min

38: Surprise! What to Expect at the Chicago Marathon

I discuss at a high level the ins and outs of the Chicago Marathon, from the application process to all things race day. The information and statistics could help you decide if this is a race that would match your goals for running a marathon.

Oct 15, 201413 min

35: How to Organize Your Life So You can Do What You Want to Do

Vanessa Hayes, a certified Professional Organizer, and her husband Daniel Hayes come on and share with us how they live a simplified life. They give us tips and tricks on how to organize your life, which plays in to how you organize your home. This episode is full of inspiration and how-to tools.

Oct 01, 201459 min

34: Never Limit Where Running Can Take You

Bart Yasso, Runner’s World Chief Running Officer, discusses how running has saved his life and taken him all around the world. We hear how to start running, why running is taking off right now, and how to be a part of the running community. Bart gives us the low down on the Bare Bones 5K in good detail. He also shares with us how Lyme disease has impacted his running. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just thinking about running, you’ll want to hear this interview.

Sep 29, 201451 min

33: I LOVE 5Ks with Dominick Martino

Dominick, who is a massage therapist and yoga teacher, discusses bad memories from his childhood of being chased by bullies to actually embracing the sport of running and liking it. We hear about the fun 5K races that Dominick runs and how he uses running as a time to meditate and be mindful of how his body is moving.

Sep 26, 201433 min

32: You Don’t Need to Be Big to Make a Difference

Nik Toochek, youngest person to run 7 marathons on 7 continents, comes on the show with his dad to discuss his dream, how his family financed the trip, how he juggled it with only being 10 & 11 years old, and how he has raised money for kids who normally wouldn’t have coats. We discuss the highlights of each marathon and the amazing things Nik and his dad Dan Toochek saw while being present in the moment.

Sep 24, 201440 min

31: How to Connect with Your Spouse Through Running

Grant Baldwin, motivational speaker and all-around good guy, comes on the show to share his tips and tricks of balancing a career that takes him around the country with a family of five while participating in runs and triathlons. We hear a lot of inspiring ideas and thought provoking questions about how to make your life great.

Sep 22, 201440 min

30: Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon Race Report and a Fat-Adapted Diet

Serena Marie, RD comes on the show to discuss a fat adapted diet, sweet potatoes, and also the sugar detox program she is currently on. I also talk with Meaghan Nana-Sinkam to hear about her experience at the Bird and Hand 5K and Half Marathon in Bird and Hand, PA.

Sep 19, 201454 min

29: Being Mindful living a Hollywood Life with Anna Vocino

Anna Vocino, actress, comedian, voice-over talent and hit podcaster shares how she slips running and strength training in to her Hollywood lifestyle. We discuss Anna’s journey to finding out she has Celiac disease and then switching over to a grain-free sugar free cookbook. Anna’s a funny lady and was a riot to chat with.

Sep 17, 201444 min

28: How and Why to Make Time for Exercise with Eric Tivers

Eric Tivers, licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist and man with ADHD discusses the huge benefit of exercise for getting more things done. He shares tips and tricks of how to be intentional with your time and must-read and -have apps.

Sep 15, 201439 min
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