What emotions or physical sensations come to mind when you find yourself in a cycle of eating sugary, fried, junk food ? For Liana Werner-Gray, she was trapped in a constant shame spiral. Even though her food choices were constantly making her feel bloated, sick, and unhappy, she couldn't seem to shake off her sugar addiction. Then one day, Liana received a life-changing wake up call. Doctors at the hospital discovered a pre-cancerous tumor in the lymphatic system in her neck. This discovery was...
May 29, 2017•53 min•Ep. 114
The wiring of our limbic system is strung pretty tightly from infancy . If your Mama made lots of eye contact, you’re probably in the clear: The integrity of that wiring comes from early experiences of bonding, emotional closeness, security, and trust. But unlike more recently evolved parts of our brain that constantly learn and change, our limbic system is a tough nut to crack. One of the only things that can change our limbic response is other people . We sync up to, adjust, and strengthen the...
May 26, 2017•17 min
Have you ever found yourself taking inspired action towards a new workout program or training regimen, only to wind up succumbing to an injury that keeps you from progressing? Have you ever been curious as to why some people get injured far more than others? Exercise scientists and anatomists have been writing for centuries about the power of exercise as medicine, not only for cardiovascular heath, optimal strength, and blood circulation , but essentially for a better quality of life, supported ...
May 23, 2017•56 min•Ep. 113
Do you often feel like you just "can't turn your brain off," or like when you lay down to sleep there's an annoying radio voice playing worrisome and overwhelming thoughts in your head? For episode 002 of Wellness Force Friday, we're talking with Syanna Wand , a certified nutritional therapy practitioner who coaches women through the process of letting go of anxiety and stress. This interview was inspired by Syanna's powerfully vulnerable and authentic post from March 3/20/17 here on Instagram. ...
May 19, 2017•17 min
Rediscover Your Intuition Through Primal Living: Is our modern environment taking a too large of a toll on our physical, emotional, and mental health? Has the digital age led us to lose our primal intuition? Are we relying on technology too much to the point that we need data to tell us whether or not we've slept well, exercised enough, or become relaxed? From a young age, health and fitness expert, author, and founder of both Primal Blueprint and Primal Kitchen , Mark Sisson of Mark's Daily App...
May 15, 2017•50 min•Ep. 112
For the inaugural episode of Wellness Force Friday, we're tapping into the inspiration from Jon Morrow via www.unstoppable.me with a spoken word piece that will fill your soul for the weekend. " How To Accomplish Big Things, Even When You Feel Small" JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP | REVIEW THIS PODCAST Welcome to Wellness Force Friday! A special edition, bite-size podcast that fuels the start of your weekend with actionable steps for your wellness journey through an inspiring message or story from a tr...
May 12, 2017•16 min
With the vast ocean of an industry that exceeds 122 billion dollars of supplements, pills, powders and elixirs in our wellness world, just exactly how do we decipher which things will actually work for the path we are walking in our personal wellness journey? An even better question is how do we know which supplements to trust and what natural plant-based adaptogens will give us more sustained energy throughout the day? JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP | REVIEW THIS PODCAST It should not come as a shock ...
May 08, 2017•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 111
Creating happiness in our lives, especially in this fast-paced modern industrialized world, can be a challenge. Today on the podcast we're both honored and excited to share with you one of the most inspirational men in the health and fitness world, Bedros Keuilian , to share with us his incredible story and leadership insight garnered from over two decades where he cerated what he calls "The Immigrant Edge & The American Dream," built on the four pillars of happiness that Bedros has learned ...
May 01, 2017•47 min•Ep. 110
Antibiotics are supposed to help our immune system recover from viruses, diseases, and other illnesses, but what if they leave us feeling fatigued, unwell, or even worse over time? With long-term use, can antibiotics actually hinder, not heal our immune systems ? Besides antibiotics, pesticides and processed food ingredients are also all too common in our modern society. Unfortunately, these three can be the culprits behind health, mind, and autoimmune disease. If we've developed an autoimmune d...
Apr 24, 2017•1 hr•Ep. 109
Have you ever shame spiraled after a "cheat day" or eating a piece of food that's not on an approved list? Shouldn't creating healthy eating patterns really be all about self-care and self-love? JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP | REVIEW THIS PODCAST How can we take all of the obstacles we face each day and really use them to help us make empowered decisions for ourselves? On this episode of Wellness Force Radio, lifestyle coach, sports nutritionist, founder of Sexyfit , and author of The Sexyfit Method ,...
Apr 18, 2017•53 min•Ep. 108
How can understanding the secret biological and emotional connections hidden deep inside our fat help us let go of old weight , discover individual wellness, and rekindle a trusted relationship with our body? On this episode of Wellness Force Radio, biochemist and author of The Secret Life of Fat , Dr. Sylvia Tara teaches us why fat is such a complex endocrine organ that can control our minds and how we can use that knowledge to our advantage for weight loss and more energy. There is no one-size...
Apr 10, 2017•1 hr•Ep. 107
The digital world is growing faster than ever, but how it is really helping us to create better wellness, loving relationships, and true happiness in our modern world? On this episode of Wellness Force Radio, sociologist, entrepreneur, innovation consultant, and the author of Startup Your Life: Hustle and Hack Your Way to Happiness , Dr. Anna Akbari shares how we can and find both happiness and wellness in a digital world . Listen and learn how to bring more wellness into your life as we dive de...
Apr 03, 2017•54 min•Ep. 106
The brain is the ultimate governor of the body. Without it, we wouldn't have strong muscles, healthy emotional wellness , good gut health, and the ability to perform to our highest potential each day. We've always known that the brain is a powerful organ, but without it, we wouldn't have such an amazing connection with the rest of our body. Today on Wellness Force Radio, Sport Scientist and Clinical Sport Psychologist at Clinical & Sports Consulting Services and co-author of the latest book,...
Mar 27, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 105
Worthless. That’s how Amanda Steinberg felt in her late 20s. She had bottomed out financially, emotionally—everything. She’d worked herself to the bone to showcase herself as a 21st Century working mom, and like practically every college-educated woman she knew, she'd followed what seemed like straightforward steps to building the perfect post-feminist life. It was at this gut-check moment, in debt and emotionally spent, when she realized that she was "worth it," and so are you. For women who be...
Mar 20, 2017•46 min•Ep. 104
We are genetically wired to eat more and move less; it’s no wonder most people fail to achieve health and weight-loss goals. But there is a solution. In this episode, Robb Wolf defuses the guilt and morality around changing your eating and lifestyle habits by teaching how to radically change your life using personalized nutrition, the ancestral lifestyle, and loving connected relationships that unlock your best health. Robb Wolf, Host of the Paleo Solution Podcast and author of The Paleo Solutio...
Mar 13, 2017•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 103
For those with constant back pain or have lost the ability to move comfortably, Esther Gokhale of the Gokhale Method is here to help. Combining her experiences and knowledge about the human body, Esther has dedicated her life to changing our modern culture. With each workshop, lecture, and class, she is teaching us how we can achieve primal posture for wellness. Esther Gokhale is the creator of The Gokhale Method as well as the author of the book, 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back: Natural Posture Sol...
Mar 06, 2017•52 min•Ep. 102
For anyone who has ever felt the feelings of unworthiness that blocks them from living a fearless and healthy life, Ian Ryan is on a mission to inspire and share his message: We are all worthy beyond measure. On this episode of Wellness Force Radio episode, we'll discuss personal power, courage, and confidence needed to take imperfectly perfect action, knowing that anything is possible. Ian Ryan is the creator and host of the Fearless and Healthy Podcast , a top ranked iTunes podcast in health, ...
Feb 27, 2017•54 min•Ep. 101
If you’ve been listening to Wellness Force for awhile, or if you’ve been with us since the beginning, you know by now that great things tend to take us time, effort, and the hardest one of them all - trusting the process - especially when it comes to our wellness. For episode 100, I’m walking you through nine of my favorite moments over the past 100 interviews, to pull the gems of wisdom, moments of laughter, and the real life action steps that I've learned to both trust and believe in. Get High...
Feb 21, 2017•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 100
Ted Ryce is a 20 year Celebrity Fitness Expert, Keynote Speaker, Corporate Wellness Coach and Host of the Legendary Life Podcast In his dynamic health and wellness career, Ted has worked with Fortune 500 CEOs, busy professionals and celebrities, including Richard Branson, Ricky Martin and Robert Downey Jr. by helping his clients develop high-performance habits that help them manage stress, adversity, and lead more successful lives. His philosophy is that being a high-performance person, one who ...
Feb 14, 2017•59 min•Ep. 99
"Once you realize that you can do anything that you set your mind to, how you spend your time becomes a spiritual consideration." - Tom Bilyeu Tom Bilyeu is the founder and host of Impact Theory and the co-founder of Quest Nutrition . After spending six years growing Quest into a billion-dollar company by helping people transform their bodies, Tom is now focused on completing the second half of his mission: transforming people’s minds through his new venture with Impact Theory. Impact theory is ...
Feb 07, 2017•52 min•Ep. 98
"Optimists tend to be stronger responders to placebos. The placebo effect is a pervasive phenomenon; in fact, it is part of the response to any active medical intervention. The placebo effect points to the importance of perception and the brain's role in physical health. The opposite of a Placebo Effect is a Nocebo Effect. A Nocebo effect causes the perception that the phenomenon will have a negative outcome to actively influence the result. Pessimism may now be correlated with the Nocebo Effect...
Jan 31, 2017•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 97
"We fully believe that optimized human beings lead to a better world. People being productive and creative in whatever it is that is theirs to do. But in many ways, our modern world works against us.” - Daniel Schmachtenberger, Co-Founder of The NeuroHacker Collective On this special episode of Wellness Force Radio , Daniel shares far beyond how Nootropics like Qualia can provide a comprehensive hardware upgrade for radical cognitive enhancement and emotional resilience, but also how he believes...
Jan 24, 2017•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 96
"Change is difficult in the beginning and can get messier as we go, but it always starts with love. Because, in order to improve yourself, you first have to love yourself. It's about acceptance, not settling. Keep your unique quirks and your perfectly imperfect amazingness in mind as you set intentions for 2017” - Lori Streator When The Label Doesn't Fit What stories have you been told or are you telling yourself that you know in your heart you need to let go of? What roles do you have in life? ...
Jan 17, 2017•55 min•Ep. 95
There continues to be a stigma and unclear understandings about eat disorders and mental illness . Fortunately, more people are coming forward to discuss why it's so important that we try to understand and help those who are struggling each day. One of these leaders is 18 year-old University of California, Santa Cruz student and Yoga Teacher, Maris Degener . Maris began her wellness journey as she was recovering from her eating disorder at a hospital. She was given the tools and assistance that ...
Jan 10, 2017•47 min•Ep. 94
To celebrate the start of 2017, this episode is dedicated to spotlighting 7 powerful episodes and remembering what they taught us about our wellness path in 2016. It has been such an incredible year on the Wellness Force Radio podcast! There have been so many amazing guests who have opened up to us to share their stories and teach us how we can improve our health and wellness. On this episode, you will listen to seven inspiring conversations for seven steps to greater wellness in 2017. Gretchen ...
Jan 03, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 93
Alexi Panos and Preston Smiles are both internationally recognized next-generation thought leaders who are redefining what’s possible in relationships, career, and life. This duo has been recognized as "Personal Development’s Power Couple," and as world renowned innovators and pioneers in the “Emergent Wisdom Movement.” They are the founders of the groundbreaking Bridge Method, and have created a movement of transformation that has taken humanity by storm through their unique and passion-filled ...
Dec 27, 2016•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 92
When working on our wellness goals, it's easy to forget we all have both an inner coach and an critic inside our mind. The inner coach encourages us to do our best, while the critic can shut us down- dissolving our state of flow. "There's a voice inside of all of us that tells us to accomplish what we desire and never quit. This is our inner coach. This is a voice that tells us to believe in ourselves." - Jeff Grant Fortunately, we have the power to bring out the best inner coaches within us and...
Dec 27, 2016•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 91
"All you have is what's going on in front of you right now. Worrying about the future is only going to cause anxiety and bring up fears. It's only going to cause you to live in a time that's not present." - Justin Stenstrom Our past may haunt us and our future may scare us, but we must remember that what we have today is the present. When we focus on being in the present and what is happening now, we can move beyond our anxiety . Having once spent years fight depression , anxiety, and suicidal t...
Dec 20, 2016•1 hr•Ep. 90
"Faith is like a muscle. It's similar to going out for a run- if you don't do it normally run, you're going to sweat and it's not going to be comfortable. If you step into having faith when you don't know what the end is going to be, then that's something you can build every single day and you can rely on it." - Bridgette Mayer This show is for everyone who believes that their past determines their future . How did a young girl who came through the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DY...
Dec 13, 2016•59 min•Ep. 89
"Knowing without doing is the same thing as not knowing. What matters is if the knowledge that you have will give you an effective health practice for the long term." - Dan Pardi There is power in knowledge and with the right health and wellness information, we can make the right decisions in accordance with our own needs. This week, entrepreneur, researcher, and developer of Loop Model to Sustain Health Behaviors, Dan Pardi , explains Self Determination Theory and motivation, the human connecti...
Dec 06, 2016•56 min•Ep. 88
