Coach Trevor's bringing the heat with a motivational speech that will recalibrate your thoughts and get you back on track. DO ANY OF THESE SOUND LIKE YOU? Living flare to flare? Panicking? Feeling alone? Wondering how to get out of this? Think you're backsliding? Is MS consuming your life? Then, STAY CALM, STAY PRESENT, STAY CONNECTED. This episode's for you! LINKS: The MS Gym Brooke Slick...
Sep 05, 2019•22 min•Ep. 201
In this episode of The MS Gym Podcast, the host becomes the guest, when comedic actor and MSr, Damian Washington, interviews Brooke Slick about HSCT (hematopoietic stem cell transplant) for MS. Brooke, a 6+ year veteran of the treatment, explains what HSCT is, how it works, who it's for, where you can get it done and why it's currently considered your best chance at halting your disease progression. In addition to this podcast episode, starting next week, you will be able to hear portions of thi...
Aug 23, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 200
In this bonus episode on diet Post-HSCT (hematopoietic stem cell transplant), licensed dietitian and HSCT veteran, Ahna Crum, unravels the multi-layered task of safely redirecting your nutrition after transplant. Ahna, who's certified in integrative and functional medical nutrition therapy, holds a masters certificate in dietetics and is currently working on her 2nd master's degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. You've just been hit with a physiological atomic bomb! Let Ahna educate...
Aug 07, 2019•33 min•Ep. 199
Ahna Crum - Part 2 In today's part 2 of our 3-part series, Ahna Crum, license dietitian, certified in integrative and functional medical nutrition therapy will take a closer look at which dietary choices can impede or promote the restoration of your immune system and why. Ahna will prove once and for all that a one size diet does not fit all. EPISODE NOTES - Your myelin sheath and fat - Free radicals and antioxidants - Fatty acid profile testing - Metal toxicity and gadolinum - Vegan vs. animal ...
Jul 25, 2019•52 min•Ep. 198
Ahna Crum - Part 1 Today I'll be talking with licensed dietician Ahna Crum about the role that nutrition plays in the development of MS as well as how it can assist in reversing or managing your symptoms. Ahna, who's certified in integrative and functional medical nutrition therapy, holds a masters in dietetics and is currently working on her 2nd master's in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. Her involvement in the integrative medicine movement goes beyond the fundamentals of macronutrient...
Jul 20, 2019•26 min•Ep. 197
Damian Washington, actor, rapper and self-titled nerd shares his unique insight on living with MS in real life and in the public eye. Damian's professional portfolio includes high-profile commercials like McDonald's, Realtor.com, and Planet Fitness, but if you're tuned into the MS world, Damian, a fellow MSr, has crafted a nice little niche for himself in the YouTube Vlogging world (that's Vlog with a V like in Victor). He uses his comedic prowess to share with and educate the MS community on al...
Jul 10, 2019•48 min•Ep. 196
In this episode we pull back the curtain on the MS Society with MS Society Development Director, Kelly Tapper. Kelly, who has RRMS and is a veteran of HSCT (hematopoietic stem cell transplant) sets the record straight with a behind the scenes look at the services they provide, the complexities of research funding, and their mission to serve the MS community.
Jun 27, 2019•31 min•Ep. 195
Here is part 2 with Trevor Wicken, founder of the MS Gym. In part 2, Brooke challenges Trevor with some profound questions. What transpired, is one of the most inspirational conversations you will ever hear. After listening to this episode you will understand why there is more hope then ever before for people living with Multiple Sclerosis and what the future holds.
Jun 19, 2019•43 min•Ep. 194
In this part 1 of 2 episode, Trevor Wicken, founder of the MS Gym, shares never before heard details about the roots of the MS Gym along with his dreams for the future trajectory of this powerhouse movement program and community.
Jun 14, 2019•40 min•Ep. 193
Coach Trevor reflects on what Memorial Day means to him
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