Cody is one of the founders of Functional Aging Institute, along with Dr. Dan Ritchie who we interviewed in a previous episode. Cody has 20 years of experience as a personal trainer, fitness instructor, program director, exercise physiologist, and club owner, and he's currently an Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Research in the physical therapy program at Harding University.

Big thanks to Dr. Sipe for coming on our show! Be sure to check out functionalaginginstitute.com or @faieducation on Instagram.

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers. Some of you have already signed up on the waitlist for our verified membership, and if you haven't there will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the future, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter updates. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

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In this extra episode of the LVL podcast, Josh and Dean Guedo have a conversation about why you should probably be counting your steps, the benefit of walking vs. running, and much more!

Big thanks to Dean for coming on the show! You can find him on Instagram at @walk.more.king or at www.compoundperformance.com.

Today we are joined by Katie Prendergast! Katie is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Pain-Free Performance Specialist, and Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach. In this episode, her and Josh nerd out over training for the outdoors, including compound lifts, strength training, and training for balance.

Big thanks to Katie for coming on our show! You can check out her website kpxfitness.com or her Instagram @kpxfitness.

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers. Some of you have already signed up on the waitlist for our verified membership, and if you haven't there will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the future, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter updates. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

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Today Josh is interviewing Connie Diekman. Connie is a registered dietitian who has spent close to 30 years working in media to help educate the public on food and nutrition. She has appeared on The Oprah Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, and CNN. She was also the director of University Nutrition at Washington University in St. Louis and she has consulted with food companies, government agencies, and physician's offices.

Big thanks to Connie for coming on our show! For more information on her services, you can check out her website cbdiekman.com.

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers. Some of you have already signed up on the waitlist for our verified membership, and if you haven't there will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the future, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter updates. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

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Today Josh is interviewing Andy Chan. Andy has recently co-authored the book Dynamic Balance - Integrating Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine into Strength and Conditioning. He's also a trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, and he has his Masters in Exercise Science.

Big thanks to Andy for coming on our show! You can follow him on Instagram @tszchiuandy, or check out his book Dynamic Balance.

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers. Some of you have already signed up on the waitlist for our verified membership, and if you haven't there will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the future, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter updates. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

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Today we are interviewing Dr. Dan Ritchie! Dan is the co-founder and president of Functional Aging Institute. FAI is focused on providing fitness professionals with techniques and strategies for training older adults. Dan has completed his Masters in Health and Physical Education as well as his PhD in Kinesiology with a minor in Gerontology. He's also a trainer and gym owner.

Big thanks to Dr. Dan for coming on our show! You can follow Functional Aging Institute on Instagram @faieducation or check out their website functionalaginginstitute.com.

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers. Some of you have already signed up on the waitlist for our verified membership, and if you haven't there will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the future, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter updates. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

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Today Josh is interviewing Rachel Pendakur. Rachel is the head of coaching at ELT Method. ELT stands for 'Eat. Lift. Thrive.' They are a company led by Sohee Lee that is doing some amazing stuff in the fitness space. Rachel is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a GGS Certified Pre and Post-Natal Coach. She has a BA in psychology and is currently working towards an MA in Psychological Science, so this episode is focused on behavior change as it relates to health and fitness.

Big thanks to Rachel for coming on the show! You can follow her on Instagram @rpendakur or check out her coaching @eltmethod. If you're working towards improving your health as far as fitness and nutrition go and you feel like you could use some outside help, we HIGHLY recommend looking into ELT Method. It's all offered online, and they have a unique, comprehensive approach that looks at a the whole person through a supportive lens, and they have the experience to back it up!

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers. Some of you have already signed up on the waitlist for our verified membership, and if you haven't there will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the future, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter updates. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

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In this episode, we are interviewing Dr. Christopher Swart. Chris is an assistant professor of Exercise Science at American International College, and he has his PhD in Exercise Physiology where he also taught. He's a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, and he has worked with several D1 athletic programs as well as athletes ranging from youths to professionals. He really has a knack for breaking down complex fitness information for those of us that don't want to dig into all the science research.

Big thanks to Dr. Swart for coming on our show! You can follow him on Instagram @doctor.swart.

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers. We also offer a free membership option for those that want to access our growing list of discounts and resources. Some of you have already signed up on the waitlist for our verified membership, and if you haven't there will be plenty of opportunities to do so in the future, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter updates. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

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Brendan is a kinesiologist and fitness trainer, as well as the head of education at Exercise Therapy Association, which is an organization focused on teaching professionals how to get their clients functional and moving pain free. He is a wealth of information and has some incredible insights on aspects of the industry many pros have avoided in the past, like mobility and mindset.

Big thanks to Brendan for coming on the show! You can follow him on Instagram @exercisetherapy.association or check out the exercisetherapyassociation.com website.

Today Josh is interviewing Janell Saville. Janell is a certified health and wellness coach, & part of the Comprehensive Coaching community. She does all of this while still maintaining her corporate job! In this episode they are talking about finding your unique role in the health and nutrition space, ways for people who work outside of the industry to positively influence the people around them, and how to gain the confidence and knowledge to do so.

Big thanks to Janell for coming on the show! You can follow her on Instagram @sensibly_well or check out her website sensiblywell.org.

For those of you that don't already know, our website LVL Health is a directory, community, and network of qualified personal trainers. We want to help create a space where clients are able to find the right trainer for them. We have accounts for both clients and fitness professionals. Client accounts  are always free, where you'll get access to our trainer directory and other resources. Our basic pro option is now available for trainers, and our verified pro membership will be available early next year. If you haven't signed up already, go to LVLHealth.net to set up your membership!

Thanks for listening! If you have a second, we would love it if you gave us a rating and review so that our podcast & the professionals on it can get more exposure. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any of our new content. We hope you enjoy the episode!