Better Than Fine

Self-transcendent emotions have been shown to have the power to reduce loneliness, increase our focus on others' wellbeing, and boost life satisfaction. 

On this “Better Than Fine” podcast, join host Darlene Marshall while she shares the science behind awe, gratitude, compassion, and elevation

in this holiday-themed encore episode.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

"It's the most wonderful time of the year," but for many people the holidays are a time of grief, regret, and are anything but jolly. 

On this week's episode of “Better Than Fine,” join host Darlene Marshall as she shares strategies to navigate when the holidays feel heavy.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Have you ever wondered how feelings work? What's behind our emotions? 

On this week's episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall unpacks the nature of emotions, the emerging field of interoception, and building better relationships with our emotional selves.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

You've heard all your life that movement is good for your health. 

You've likely heard these last few years how exercise can even help your mental health. 

But did you ever think running could set you free? 

On this week's “Better Than Fine” podcast host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, runner, entrepreneur, and podcast host, Ashleigh Teeter, as she shares the remarkable story of how running saved her life and transformed her relationship with herself.  

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Gratitude practices are everywhere these days. But do they work? And why, for some people, are they uncomfortable? 

In this special encore episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall shares her own uncomfortable relationship with gratitude, what science actually says, and how to get the most out of your gratitude this holiday season.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

The Placebo Effect, when a person has a real psychological or physical benefit from a fake treatment, is often maligned and looked down upon. But could it be useful? Maybe even helpful? 

On this week's episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall invites you to take a fresh look at placebo and what it can tell us about our own wellness journey.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

There's lots of buzz online about exercising for mental health or wellbeing, but the fitness industry primarily focuses on performance, weight loss, and aesthetics. 

On this week's episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, trainer, coach, and movement leader, Janet Huelhs, to explore what it means to exercise well.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

While some people think positive psychology just teaches us to "look on the bright side," its evidence-based tools for building resilience, gratitude, and connection may be exactly what we need in our divided world.  

On this week's episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall explores why wellbeing is essential to fostering the psychological resources needed to work through life's greatest challenges.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Happy Halloween! It's the apex of spooky season. 

But do we really need a silly holiday focused on death? 

On this week's special holiday episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall explores why Halloween, and similar silly holidays may be necessary for our wellbeing and mental health.

We promise this discussion will feature no tricks, just treats.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Is it just me, or is everyone really stressed out? 

Is stress really all that bad for you? 

On this week's episode of the “Better Than Fine Podcast,” host, and NASM CWC & CPT, Darlene Marshall, takes a closer look at stress and when it might be the best thing for you.

If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community!

Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm