Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & Fitness

What do we as parents do when our plant-based kids are faced with non-vegan foods? Vibeka…this is a doozy! There are so many ways to deal with our kids’ choices to eat animal products when they are with friends or other family members. It all comes down to your family values with regards to health, animal rights and also your parenting style. The short answer is as long as you’re calm, cool and respectful, there really is no wrong answer, only ones that are more suited for your unique situation. How I may handle my plant-based kids may be completely different from everyone else in the Healthy Plant-Based Families Facebook group! I really had to think hard on this one and I put together three answers for today. To all the listeners, these answers are not intended to limit you to what I talk about today. They are meant to inspire you to think deeply about how you would handle your plant-based kids and certainly have a conversation around the topic with any other parents or guardians your kids may have. The age of your kids may come into effect here and you may also find that your own personal reaction to this situation will evolve over time. So which are you…Ron, Harry or Hermione?   This week’s question: Vibeka Asks: “Hey Plant Trainers, How should I deal with my plant-based kids choices to eat animal products when they are with friends or other family members?”   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we talk about alkaline water and ionized water with Nedalee Thomas. She talks to us about what alkalinity is and how we can achieve better alkaline levels in our body through certain foods and alkaline water. Nedalee shares her story about how drinking ionized alkaline water took away the arthritic pain from a 20-year knee injury and improved her vision so much that her eye glass prescription had to be reduced twice in four years. Nedalee Thomas, CEO of www.ChansonWater.com, is the exclusive US importer for Chanson Water USA and seven foreign markets. She is an author, speaker, mother, grandmother, former foster mother, and business woman with a marketing degree and opened her first retail store at 23 years of age. She is also a researcher, with a passion for healthy living. Nedalee also coaches her luxurious budget lifestyle program through her latest launch of www.PrincessPower.com where she also has a podcast. Nedalee believes you can be, do and have anything you desire.   In this episode we discuss: What is alkaline water Foods for alkalinity Alkalinity and health ORP Ionized water Who should not drink alkaline water Understanding all types of water Making alkaline water Drinking enough water   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order Nedalee Thomas – , , , , ,   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

If a concussion is suspected, then concussion awareness and management are key in get you back to activity. A concussion is a brain injury. A person doesn’t have to lose consciousness to have a concussion. Symptoms can often be very subtle. Proper protective gear should always be worn (i.e. helmet for biking or contact sports, mouthguards, etc…). A concussion may be caused by a direct blow to the head, face, neck, or anywhere else that causes a severe or sudden movement to the head or neck. Getting clearance from a medical doctor should be required prior to the person injured being able to return to participate in the activity.   This week’s question: Ryan asks: “Hey Plant Trainers, I think I may have a concussion, but I’m not sure of the actual signs and symptoms. I’m going to the doctor, but I’m sure he will tell me to just take some time off and rest. What should I know about managing my possible concussion?”   Concussion awareness – signs & symptoms: Confusion, disorientation, Loss of consciousness, Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting, Loss of Balance, Blurry vision, Ringing in the ears, Slow or slurred speech, seeing “stars”, feeling dazed or confused, emotional or personality changes.   Concussion Management & Rehabilitation: You should never return to play while symptomatic. When someone displays any signs or symptoms of a concussion, one should not return to participate in a game, practice or activity. Make sure that the person is not left alone and monitoring for any negative changes is very important to watch out for. Make sure the person gets checked by a doctor.   Here are 6 steps before returning to activity if you have been diagnosed with a concussion and you must be asymptomatic for 24 hours between each step (these steps are designed for competitive athletes, but anyone with a head injury can follow these guidelines): No activity, complete rest. Once asymptomatic, proceed to step 2. Light aerobic exercise such as walking or stationary cycling. Sport-specific training (i.e. running in soccer, skating in hockey). Non-contact training drills. Can start resistance training. Full-contact training (after medical clearance). Game play Remember…the most important thing is concussion awareness and ensuring you are safe to resume activity.   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we talk to Julie Daniluk about everything we need to know about The Hot Detox Plan. Julie talks to us about how most detox plans are made for people living in warm climates and how people of the north are put at a strong disadvantage by taking part in many mainstream detox plans in the cold months. Not everyone’s body can handle those cold wet foods, so Julie tied together her knowledge of the ancient wisdom of both India and China to create this healing plan. Julie was on our show before way back on episode 71 of the Plant Trainers Podcast when we talked about autoimmune diseases, allergies & foods that heal . So after you’re done listening to this one go and check it out. For those of you who don’t know Julie Daniluk RHN, she hosts the Healthy Gourmet, a reality cooking show that looks at the ongoing battle between taste and nutrition. Her award-winning bestseller, Meals That Heal Inflammation, has helped over 100,000 people enjoy allergy-free foods that taste great and assist their body in the healing process. Her second bestseller, Slimming Meals That Heal, explores why inflammation causes weight gain and how anti-inflammatory superfoods shed pounds without dieting. Julie’s latest book, The Hot Detox, embraces the ancient wisdom of India and Asia, applying the time-tested intelligence of warming up your body’s core. Inspired by hot yoga practices and backed by 600 peer-reviewed scientific studies, Julie’s detox system will help your body to gently rid many of the toxins you experience in our modern world. Julie has appeared on hundreds of television and radio shows, including The Dr. Oz Show, and is a resident expert for The Marilyn Denis Show.   In this episode we discuss: What is detox When to detox Warm foods Climate and detoxing Is detoxing for everyone? Ayurveda Can smoothies be part of hot detox For omni and plant-based Omega 3 Top 3 foods to eliminate Cleansing your liver Dealing with acne Cleansing for athletic performance Other lifestyle detox methods Results of the Hot Detox Programme Actionable tips for detoxing   Links to things we mentioned: Julie’s Julie’s , , , , – PTP071   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

Getting your children to eat can be one thing, but getting your family to eat more greens is another. Greens are good for so many reasons. They have powerful nutrients and antioxidants that help fight against obesity, cancer heart disease and more. They keep your body working at at it’s highest levels and it’s got fiber that helps you…well…you know! Really, I have about 30 different ways to start incorporating more greens into your diet, but I chose a few that I thought could relate to the masses. The part that I love about working with individuals is knowing more about their routines and challenges and finding the best ways that work for them. I can tell you this, thinking ahead and being familiar with these amazing 5 tips for getting your greens in will be like second nature for you in no time. Your family may not even notice, but their bodies and health will thank you!   This week’s question: Robyn asks: “Hey Plant Trainers, How can I get more greens into my family?”   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

Making choices through mindset is our focus in today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast – this one’s a special treat for you! While we were in Marshall Texas for Healthfest, we sat down with Howard Jacobson (from the Plant Yourself Podcast), Josh LaJaunie (you may have seen him on the cover of Runner’s World Magazine) and Sid Garza-Hillman (from the Approaching The Natural Podcast) for an unscripted, unplanned roundtable conversation. You should be warned that we were literally sitting in a warehouse room while it was pouring rain on the tin roof.  It was very interesting to see the different perspectives of all these great coaches on the subject of mindset. It is clear that mindset, accountability and practical knowledge is something we all feel our clients need more of. Whether you have tried every diet out there, have begun your plant-based journey or are ready to take someone under your wing, we’re sure you’ll find motivation and inspiration about mindset, which will help you and others along with transformation of any kind. We hope you enjoy this show as much as we enjoyed recording it.   In this episode we discuss: Mindset Taking the first steps & not looking at the finish line Staying in the now Breaking up the goal What is debilitating WWID What the heaven Can’t Looking at results Finding your why Breaking the circle What do you really want Be awesome and going beyond the status quo Off the rails   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our Plant Trainers Facebook Lives!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you.   Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform.     Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast! Click  for a list of our services

Knee pain can occur in different parts of the knee and happen for various reasons. The knee is actually the most unstable joint in our body and gets put through an extreme amount of pressure especially when we do activities like running or jumping. Actually, during activities like running and jumping, the knee must withstand forces two to four times an individual’s own body weight. Think about that for a moment. Because of that small fact, the knee is a prime target for injury. Let’s reduce the risk and avoid knee pain!   This week’s question: Andrew asks: “Hey Plant Trainers, I’ve been running a bit lately and have starting to feel some knee pain. I’m not really sure why it’s happening, but is there something I can do about it?”   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order   Exercise Descriptions: Stability Ball Hamstring Curls Begin by lying on your back on the floor with your legs straight, knees slightly bent, heels on top of a stability ball, toes pointed up towards the ceiling. Your arms should be down at your sides, palms down. Lift your hips by pushing down on the ball with your heels; your shoulders, hips and ankles should form a straight line. Roll the ball toward you by pulling your heels in toward your glutes. Keeping your hips off the ground, roll the ball back out to the starting position and repeat. Go for 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps. Perform this exercise using one leg for a greater challenge.   Squats Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Bend your knees slightly and keep your head level. Lower your hips until your thighs are almost parallel to the floor. Pause briefly, then slowly straighten your legs and hips at the same time. Keep your back flat throughout the exercise. Squat only as low as you can with proper technique. You can increase tension by holding dumbbells while doing the exercise. Do 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps.   Lunges Stand with your feet apart, back straight and your head level. Step forward 3-4 feet with your left foot and drop your hips until your back knee nearly touches the floor. Pause briefly, then slowly push back to the start and repeat with the other leg. Don’t bend your front knee beyond your toes. Take it slow. Do 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps for each side.   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we talk to Chris Kidawski about pain management and the importance of the mind, body and spiritual connection. As a long time strength and conditioning coach you may be surprised to hear about all the mind and spirit development Chris has done and that he teaches his clients to do the same. We talked about the role of strength training and concentrated on pain management both in terms of preventative measures and what to do when you actually become injured. At the end of the day it’s always about self improvement and figuring out the way to stay as healthy as possible throughout life. Chris Kidawski has been a strength and conditioning coach for the past 18 years. He is the author of two books and is about to publish his third. Chris’ experience has taken him from New York, to Hawaii, and now to South Florida. He has helped high school athletes achieve college scholarships, college athletes get into the pro’s, and professional athletes to achieve championship status. Chris has also helped countless others achieve their fitness, and health goals. His mission in life is to never stop opening others lives to endless possibilities!   In this episode we discuss: Love for fitness Spiritual path Developing your mind Mindfulness Dying healthy Strength training Crossfit Managing pain Foam rolling Prehab Strength and conditioning Thera cane & back buddy Massage therapy-yay or nay? Meditation practice The Everspace Magnesium Actionable tips for self improvement   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order Chris Kidawski’s , , , Coach Chris “CK” by Christopher J. Kidawski and David Connolly   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

So, which nut butter is better? First of all I want to say that I am so proud of Roxann for asking the question about which nut butter is better. She has come so far working with Plant Trainers and for her it’s not just about being told what to do and when…but, she is really catching on to being mindful of the foods she is choosing to surround herself with as part of her health journey. Deciding on a nut butters is something I love to talk about. When people type nut butter, they often make typos and it reads “but butter”…nothing makes me laugh harder. But on a more serious note, the nut or seed butter you choose may have a bigger effect on your but and your health than you think! So consider these ideas when shopping for nut or seed butters next time.   This week’s question: Roxann Asks: “Hey Plant Trainers, which nut butter is better to use, Peanut butter or other kinds?”   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we talk to Victoria Moran about living a vegan lifestyle and Main Street Vegan. We discuss the definition of vegan which is possibly more encouraging than you may think. While looking at the development the vegan and plant-based world has made over the last 30 years we see a very big opportunity for a better planet with even more compassionate dietary and lifestyle vegans in the future. The more we expose our children to a life of compassion and plants, the better lives they will live later on. We love Victoria’s tips for becoming vegan and suggest you take the movie weekend advice no matter what stage you’re at! For those of you who don’t know Victoria Moran, she is a vegan of over three decades, an obesity survivor, and the current female winner of “Peta’s Sexiest Vegan Over 50.” Listed by VegNews among the Top 10 Living Vegetarian Authors, she’s written twelve books, including The Love-Powered Diet, The Good Karma Diet, and the iconic Main Street Vegan. Victoria was featured twice on Oprah; she hosts the award-winning Main Street Vegan podcast; and directs Main Street Vegan Academy, the exciting in-person program in NYC that trains and certifies Vegan Lifestyle Coaches and Educators. She is also the producer of Thomas Jackson’s upcoming documentary, The Compassion Project, introducing veganism to people of faith.   In this episode we discuss: Pets The definition of vegan Doing the best you can The norm The coachable moment   Our children Having the meat talk Spiritual connection and food Being helpful in the world When will vegan be normal? Vegan businesses Main Street Vegan Academy Sexiest Vegan over 50 Movie weekend Tips for going vegan   Links to things we mentioned: – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 15% off your order – Use “PlantTrainers” at check-out for 20% off your order Victoria Moran’s , , , , ,   Documentaries: , , ,  Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our “Hey Plant Trainers” segment!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. Now also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services