We are joined by Chris Scott, who is a doctor of physical therapy currently operating out of Moxi3. He recently left a traditional, insurance-based PT clinic to open his own practice, REO. His practice prioritizes arming patients with the tools to maintain a well-oiled machine. Opposed to the traditional health care model, Chris finds the root of his patients’ problems and fixes them. He teaches us that the key to a pain-free life is keeping your body moving. We also learn about the importance of dynamic stretching prior to working out versus static stretching post workout. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Follow Chris @reophysicaltherapy and connect with REO at https://www.reophysicaltherapy.com/

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Products mentioned:

Toe Separators

https://a.co/d/j8CzKiV

We are joined by the lovely Jenna Rainey again this week. She discusses her health journey and how she manages her autoimmune disorders. Through trials and tribulations with her own health, Jenna has done an abundance of research on which practices suit her life best. She has taken her health into her own hands and shares tips and tricks on balancing your circadian rhythm, finding quality foods, and accessing flow state. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Follow Jenna’s Instagram @jennarainey and YouTube at https://youtube.com/c/JennaRaineyChannel

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Products mentioned:

• “Breath” by James Nestor

• Circadian and DMinder App

• “The Body Keeps the Score” Bessel Van Der Kolk MD

• “the Embodied Mind” by Thomas R Verny (the book I couldn’t remember on cellular memory)

• @sustainabledish

• Docs: “The Need to Grow,” “The Biggest Little Farm” and “Soil”

• Dr. jill Bolte Taylor’s “A Stroke of Insight” Ted talk

Other helpful/not mentioned health resources:

• “How to Heal Your Metabolism” by Kate Deering

• Dr. Jack Kruse’s work on quantum health and circadian medicine

• @carriebwellness on IG for quantum health/circadian info

• Bon Charge glasses for blocking artificial light at night

Magnolia Wellness

https://magnoliawellnessoc.com

Lumify Redness Reliever Eye https://a.co/d/igHf1FT

Monday Swimwear

https://mondayswimwear.com

This week we’re exploring new health hacks, disturbing facts, and routine changes that are top of mind this month. Jac explains the mental benefits of group fitness. She discusses how group fitness enhances the stress reducing benefits of exercise, specifically by increasing calmness after exercising with someone compared with exercising alone. Kate explores the advantages of delaying your caffeine intake in the morning. She walks us through our bodies’ natural cortisol and melatonin cycle, and explains the importance of natural sunlight for our circadian rhythm. We then pick two routine changes we want to implement moving forward. Jac’s is creatine supplementation for cognitive function and Kate’s is forming identity based habits. We hope sharing our journeys teaches you something new. Enjoy!

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Products mentioned:

Hubberman Labs Podcast

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JIM6biMG5CQDsSMQFwG3O?si=v0cX46G2TOu0CQ5ohOEgSQ

Creatine

https://thrivemarket.com/p/thorne-creatine?utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla_smart&utm_campaign=Shopping_Engagement_Smart_Members&utm_content=693749006350&utm_term=na&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6OWV_q2K-QIVZT2tBh2HRA3hEAQYASABEgIVnPD_BwE

Atomic Habits

https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-c2e35f8d/list/141UT5HF3XSHX

Amazon Storefront

https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-c2e35f8d?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp

We are joined by Jenna Rainey, who is a successful artist, painter, and creative. She has run her own business for upwards of a decade now, and has experienced the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Today, she employs three team members including her husband, John. In our interview, she shares what working with a spouse looks like and how that has shaped her business. Throughout the past decade she’s learned SEO strategy, how to balance creativity and business, and how to grow an organic following. Not only does Jenna divulge numerous business tips, she also opens up about her trials with mental health and her postpartum journey. We hope you enjoy part one of this episode! Stay tuned next week for part two.

Follow Jenna at @jennarainey and her YouTube at https://youtube.com/c/JennaRaineyChannel

Follow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirta

Products mentioned:

Helpful tools for SEO

• Google Analytics (tracking site visitor behavior on your site)

• SemRush or UberSuggest (keyword research tools)

Super 73

https://super73.com

American Flyer E-Bike

https://americanflyerbikes.com/electric-bikes

Amazon Storefront

https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-c2e35f8d?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp

We are joined by Reuben Brooks who has a B.S. in Exercise Science, is a certified Life Coach, certified NLP Coach, and certified Business Executive Coach. Through his years as an entrepreneur and fitness coach, Reuben has mastered and now teaches how to build a business and scale it. He owns and operates The Fit Boss Blueprint and a fitness coaching platform specializing in body recomposition. He shares the knowledge he’s found with the masses to hopefully make other peoples’ lives easier. Although he pours much of his time and energy into his businesses, Reuben strikes balance in all that he does. He believes that discipline breads freedom, and that is seen in his balanced lifestyle. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Follow Reuben @ApprovedbyBrooks and visit his businesses at https://linktr.ee/approvedbybrooks

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Products mentioned:

Love Island https://www.hulu.com/series/e3b93210-7e03-471f-8270-0e17161809a8

Stevia Celsius https://a.co/d/4qg0qOh

Hatch Alarm Clock https://www.hatch.co/restore

Trainerize App https://www.trainerize.com/

We are joined by Joanna Huckins and Jacquelyn Fisher who comprise Sweat & Tell. They share key takeaways on creating work life balance in an ever evolving realm such as social media. We discuss how they set boundaries between what content is shared online versus what is kept private for them to enjoy with their inner circles. Jo and Jacqs are major proponents of goal setting (specifically SMART goals), and share how they use these tactics to achieve monthly, attainable goals. They lift the curtain to show what the life of full time content creators truly looks like, and it is much different than many assume. Whether you learn about boundaries, goal setting, or content creation, we hope you thoroughly enjoy this episode!

Follow Jo and Jacqs @SweatandTell

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Products mentioned:

Bala bangles

https://www.shopbala.com/products/bala-bangles

Athletic Greens

https://athleticgreens.com/en

We are joined by creative director of Palm Place Creative, Alex Paz. In our conversation, we dive into what it takes to build a brand, what the creative process looks like from start to finish, and the dedication necessary to see a product to its final stages. He is no stranger to adversity, and he shares what his journey looked like to accomplish all that he has today. He has created content for brands like Los Sundays Tequila, Guillotine Vodka, Slate Swim, and Soundboks. Alex explains how he manages absorbing other people’s perception of his work and self to protect his mental peace. We hope you enjoy it!

Follow Alex on Instagram @PazAlez_ and check out his businesses: @PalmPlaceCreative and @WelcometoCakeWorld

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Products mentioned:

Co-Star Astrology

https://www.costarastrology.com

We’re diving into some of the health hacks, disturbing facts, and routine changes that are top of mind this month. This episode focuses on the gut-brain connection, the dangers of seed oils, and the benefits of both breathwork and the sauna. Listen to hear how we navigate the toxic maze that is the American food, pharmaceutical, & healthcare system. Although we’re not doctors, we strive to live the healthiest lives possible while implementing balance in everything we do. We hope sharing our journeys teaches you something new. Enjoy!

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Products mentioned:

Magnolia Wellness

https://www.magnoliawellnessoc.com/

Shilajit

https://cymbiotika.com/collections/all-products-collection/products/shilajit-normal-jar

Skims Lounge Dress

https://skims.com/products/soft-lounge-long-slip-dress-onyx

Moxi3 sauna

https://moxi3.com/infrared-sauna/

Breathwork class

https://moxi3.com/schedule/costa-mesa/

We are joined by serial entrepreneur Marc Paz, and he’s sharing the journey of starting his own business in the fifth grade, dropping out of college, and building an empire of his own. We’re discussing the challenges of working with your friends and how that affects the trajectory of one’s career. He opens up about the struggles of starting his own business, and shares the captivating adventures he’s taken to achieve the life he’s always dreamed of leading. Marc’s a proponent of supporting people’s tries and not fearing the failure that accompanies taking risks. Enjoy!

Follow Marc on Instagram @MarcAnthothyPaz and check out his businesses: @PalmPlaceCreative, @WelcometoCakeWorld, and @SuperDuperEnergy

Follow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirta

Products mentioned:

Hue Women's Mini Crew Sock 6-Pack https://a.co/d/3F4cGGK

Mother Denim

https://www.motherdenim.com

Booty, Core, + Cardio

https://moxi3.com/schedule/

On Friends with Health Benefits, we’ll be interviewing business owners, brand developers, health nuts, artists, and more to find out how they got where they are and who inspired them along the way. Friends with Health Benefits is about the people in our lives that inspire us simply by living life as their true selves, pursuing their dreams, and being our friends.

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