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119 3 Easy Ways to Optimize Your Health with Andy Krafft
The human body is resilient and adaptable - and you have way more control over it than you think! Hands down - the best way to figure out what works for you is to experiment and see what happens - and my guest today will teach us how to do that. Today I’m joined by...
118 What is a pinched nerve?
Back pain sucks - but what differentiates generic back pain from a pinched nerve? And should your treatment plan change if it is one or the other? If you’ve ever had back pain or just want to keep your spine healthy for years to come - this episode is for you. A...
117 Are fasted workouts good for everyone?
Intermittent fasting is all the rage right now - but does that mean that fasted workouts are for everyone? I'll let you in on a little secret - even when the science says that something might be fantastic for you, doesn't mean it will work perfectly for your unique...
116 Are deadlifts bad for your back? (and other fitness myths) with Dr. Sarah Court
One of my main goals with this show is to give you the knowledge you need to be able to separate fact from fiction. So I’m really grateful that my friend, and doctor of physical therapy, Dr. Sarah Court is joining me again today to help bust some fitness myths! We...
115 The pros and cons of morning routines
Routines are amazing. But sticking to a routine requires the rest of your life to stay exactly the same (which it never does). Anytime a routine has to take a back seat because of schedule changes, injuries, or life - it can feel like you’ve fallen off the wagon and...
114 How facial massage, jade rollers, and gua sha works with Cybil Solyn
Based on the number of facial product ads I see in my feed, I know I’m not the only one watching people massage, pull, rub, and roll their face. And after a lifetime of being told not to touch my face if I wanted to avoid wrinkles, using rollers and metal tools on...
113 No screens before bed – a super simple sleep experiment that works!
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m totally addicted to my phone. And while I have all the screen timer locks that literally lock me out of apps when I’ve spent too much time on them - I was really struggling with staying off my phone at night. What happens if you...
112 Is being hangry a thing?
Hangriness is no joke - and I wanted to know more about what was actually going on physiologically. Is it really an excuse for getting irritated with my husband or would better timed snacks solve the issue? As adults, you might think you’re impervious to mood swings...
111 How hormones affect your performance
Does what you do in the gym have an impact on how you feel for the rest of your day too (and could that be optimized by syncing it with your cycle)? For the last 6 months, I’ve been programming a specific type of workout based on where I was in my cycle. And the...
About the Show
If you’re ready to break up with all the things you’re doing that only give you temporary relief and learn how to get on the fast track to feeling amazing every single day (without it being overly complicated or unsustainable) – The Body Nerd Show is for you. Whether it’s low back pain, sciatica, knee pain, arthritis, neck pain, TMJ, rotator cuff issues or shoulder pain – you don’t have to accept aches and pains as a part of getting older.
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We’re always on the lookout for thoughtful, engaging guests who can bring value to our audience of curious, wellness-minded listeners.
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Please note: The Body Nerd Show is proudly anti-diet and body neutral. We believe that the BMI is bullshit and that you do not need to lose weight to get out of pain. We do not feature conversations that center around weight loss as a goal or promote diet culture.
Your Host: Alexandra Ellis
Self-Care + Wellness Coach, Body Nerd, and Creator of AE Wellness
Hi! I’m your host, Alexandra Ellis, and I’m a coach, writer, kettlebell devotee, and 100% Body Nerd.
I’ve made it my life’s mission to better understand how the body works to help you take back control of your self-care, strength, and injury recovery.
With my degree in Exercise Biology, experience in physical therapy and athletic training, and almost 20 years of training people in body-weight strength and stretch programs, I now teach people in months what took me so long to figure out: how to get out of pain and get stronger and more flexible at the same time.
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