Better Than Fine

As an active member of the armed forces, a competitive CrossFit athlete, and a neuroscientist, Allison Brager knows a lot about resilience. In her work in the US Army, she helps soldiers build resilience through... sleep! 

On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, join host Darlene Marshall and her featured guest, Major Brager, as they explore the relationship between your resilience, sleep habits, and your brain.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3QRusK7

Can eating be too clean? How can a focus on what's healthy become unhealthy? What happens when we take good and bad food labeling too far? 

On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast Personal Trainer, Wellness Coach, and host, Darlene Marshall, explores the current definition of orthorexic eating, and tools you can use to keep nutrition in balance on your own wellness journey.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3RBXjn5

Mindfulness is everywhere and there are several different ways to practice, so how about mindful movement? 

On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall, along with featured guest, Dr. Mallory Fox, NASM-MT, CES, PES, and CWC, explore the benefits of moving mindfully, what a mindful movement practice is, and how you can work mindful movement into your own wellness practice.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3RjGixP

It happens to us all: life gets stressful, something unexpected happens, or we head out on vacation with the best of intentions. 

Eventually, something disrupts your wellness routine. It's easy to get down on yourself and sometimes hard to start up again. 

On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall answers a popular listener request: how to get restarted after taking a break from your wellness habits.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3ACgHJo

Mindsets are powerful, encompassing beliefs that shape perception and behavior. Mindsets focusing on growth and feedback have been shown to lead to more success, well-being, and happiness in life. 

On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall explores how mindsets impact our outlook, learning, and success, and meaningful ways to evolve your mindset towards growth and flourishing.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3dOd1wn

Some people in fitness call themselves "trainers", but others go by "coach." What's the difference? Why does it matter what you call yourself? Or, if you're a client, which is right for you? 

In this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, personal trainer, wellness coach, and NASM Product Manager Steve Myers, to explore the nuances between training and coaching and how each of us can find the right fit.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3CkMbG2

When life presents its inevitable challenges do you rise up, seeing them as an opportunity to grow? Or do you find yourself ducking under the covers? 

In this episode of “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall shares how mental toughness isn't only for special forces and extreme athletes. Plus, a deep exploration on how people from all walks of life, personality types, and dispositions can build resilience, better handle stress, and grow through struggle.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3doyQCs

"Lose 10 pounds in 10 days." "Beach-body ready." "Sculpt your summer abs." 

Weight-focused marketing is rampant in fitness and wellness, but research shows it's hurting our well-being.  

On this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, Personal Trainer, Wellness Coach, and Holistic Nutritionist, Erin Lotta, to explore how this fast-fix marketing is harmful to your wellness journey.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3oCMXqb

One major criticism of wellness is its classism and lack of accessibility. 

In this episode of "Better Than Fine," host Darlene Marshall is joined by featured guest, Tasha Edwards, certified personal trainer, wellness coach, and fitness professional, for an in-depth, honest discussion on how the wellness industry can evolve to become more equitable, inclusive, and just.

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3PRIfAq

We all want to feel motivated, maybe even inspired, to take care of our wellness. But sometimes we just can't get moving. If you're struggling or feeling stuck, this episode is for you.

On this “Better Than Fine,” host Darlene Marshall shares the psychology of motivation, unpacks the harmful myths, and her core three-step process for getting her clients unstuck.

Help make a change for the better!

The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3ctW5KY