In today’s episode, I’m giving you an inside peek to how I work with clients and what’s included in an AmplifyU Plan. If you have tight hips - any one of the suggestions I share can be used to get you out of tight hip purgatory.

I share...

• The step-by-step plan I created for a client with hip pain
• Why more stretching isn’t the answer
• And why unlocking your hips starts with your entire body

All the links:

- Tackle Your Tension [FREE CLASS] - www.aewellness.com/rollout/

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

Naps are amazing. But not when you fall so deeply asleep that you’re down for hours. So what’s the best way to take advantage of this free and easy brain-boosting activity? 

In today’s episode, we cover all things naps, including...

• How to take naps without falling asleep for hours
• Why you should be taking naps
• And the best length of time for a perfect nap

All the links:

- Tackle Your Tension [FREE CLASS] - www.aewellness.com/rollout/

- The Nap Ministry @thenapministry

- Benefits of napping in healthy adults: impact of nap length, time of day, age, and experience with napping

- Manta Sleep Mask

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

Crunches suck - and they’re not the best way to get a stronger core. So if core work is high on your priority list, you’ll want to listen to today’s episode and learn how you can maximize your strength without wasting time doing boring crunches.

I cover...

• What core work actually is
• How to build a core that’s strong and stable
• And why your current program isn’t working (especially if it includes crunches)

All the links:

- AE Wellness YouTube

- Mobility Mastery Toolkit - www.aewellness.com/toolkit

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

You were made to run. And I believe you should be able to run without pain. And while I’d describe myself as runner-ish, I have a number of races under my belt and can definitely help you learn how to move smarter so you can run pain-free. So today’s episode is all about how to keep your body healthy, no matter how many miles you log.

I cover...

• How to run without getting hurt
• Best practices and mobility exercises to keep you injury free 
• And why jump roping is one of my favorite ways to improve running skills

All the links:

- Valerie Hunt @runrx

- Alison Staples @alioop_0_o_runs

- Jil Angie @NotYourAverageRunner 

- How to Jump Rope with Good Form [video]

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

If you have back pain or sciatica - today’s episode is for you! The sciatic nerve is one of the largest nerves in the body and can be a huge pain in the butt (literally). My only experience with sciatica in my 20s set me on a body nerd journey that brings us to today. 

So if you’re ready to get rid of sciatica, listen in and learn...

• The anatomy of the sciatic nerve
• What causes sciatica
• And where to build strength so it doesn’t get irritated again

All the links:

- Neutral Spine Exercise [video]

- How to Hip Hinge Properly [video] 

- MRI Findings Not Helpful in Determining Herniated Disc-Related Sciatica Treatment

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

Want to get started with kettlebells and strength training, but don’t want to get hurt (and not sure where to start)? I got you covered with today’s episode! I’ve been using my kettlebell weekly since quarantine started and it’s always been one of my favorite pieces of equipment. Whether you’re a newbie or trying to unlock why you keep getting hurt, today’s episode is for you. 

I cover...

• How to get started with kettlebells 
• The 3 most important moves to master first
• And the biggest misconception that will save your arms so much misery!

All the links:

- How to Hip Hinge Properly video 

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

Have you been feeling disconnected and out of sorts for the last few months? Or maybe you’ve been cycling between feeling super duper productive, only to be exhausted and unable to do anything the next? I know I have! 

On today’s episode, I’m sharing 

• The 6 things I’ve been focusing on the last few months to help manage stress and my nervous system
• Why it’s not as simple as chilling out
• How you can't reason your way out of a stress response (but what you can do instead)

All the links:

- Lumos Transforms Anchoring Resilience Free Workshop

- TheSkimm - quick and easy way to find out what's going on in the world

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

Is stretching enough if you feel super tight? It depends. Because feeling tight isn’t just about short muscles. In fact, it probably has more to do with your fascia and collagen than anything else. If your body feels super tight or you’re not sure if all that stretching is actually working... today’s episode is for you. 

I cover...

• Why your body feels so tight
• If it’s your muscles or fascia (why that matters)
• And what collagen has to do with it

All the links:

- Movement Mavens - get your first week free when you join before June 2! www.aewellness.com/mavens 

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

Are deep lunges bad for your knees? Will your knees explode if you do one? In this episode, I’m diving deep into the anatomy of the knee so you can make an informed decision about deep lunging and if it’s right for you.

I cover...

• How knees and other synovial joints work
• How deep lunges affect them
• And how you can keep all your joints strong and healthy, no matter what

All the links:

- How to Get Stronger without Getting Hurt [FREE Masterclass] - www.aewellness.com/workshop

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

A tight IT Band can create issues like Runner’s Knee, ITB Syndrome and pain in your hips or knees. But stretching or foam rolling your IT band aren’t always the best fix. In fact, your IT band can’t actually stretch. So on today’s episode, we’re digging into the anatomy of the IT band and...

• Why stretching isn’t the fix for IT band syndrome or runner’s knee
• What’s creating IT Band tension in the first place
• And the fix that will help you get stronger...for good!

All the links:

- IT Band Stretching Does Not Work

- IT Band Guide [FREE DOWNLOAD] - www.aewellness.com/itband

- How to Get Stronger without Getting Hurt [FREE Masterclass] - www.aewellness.com/workshop

- www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.

- Join the free Body Nerds FB community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aewbodynerds/ 

- Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ 

- Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick-relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 

- 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!