Balanced By Beth
By Beth Teran
Balanced by Beth is dedicated to women who desire to nurture their body, soul and mind. Host Beth Teran is a mother of 3 kids, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a Strength & Conditioning Specialist. Each episode is full of energizing conversations with expert guests who teach practical ways of living a balanced healthy life. In this podcast, we welcome and embrace challenges because we believe it’s through resistance and perseverance that we become stronger and more alive. Tune in to learn ways to love your body, discover motivation and be in touch with the present moment. Subscribe today!
Balanced By BethJan 09, 2020
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Episode #35: Health Journey: Debbie Hall-Hardy
Debbie Hardy is a Health & Wellness Coach who inspires women toward mental, physical and spiritual health. In this podcast, Debbie shares about struggles and difficult times in her life from which she has learned invaluable wisdom. She gives many motivating tips and resources to spark your personal journey of health. Debbie coaches people through 30 day healthy living challenges for mind, body and skin. She is here today to encourage us in our health journey, and why she is passionate about helping others. Tune in today to be inspired!
Instagram: @hardygirlrules
Facebook: Debbie Hall-Hardy
Website: debbiehardy.arbonne.com
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Jan 09, 202049:10
Episode #34: Enriching your life with StrengthsFinder
Len Tiso is a Gallup-certified Strengths coach and a Certified Professional Coach through World Coach Institute. He owns Tiso Transformational Coaching where he helps people to Target their Strengths to Transform their life. In this Episode, Len Tiso gives us an overview of what StrengthsFinders is, and why knowing your Strengths can empower you to perform better by doing more of what you naturally do best.
StrengthsFinder is a dynamic tool for assessing, measuring and developing talent. StrengthsFinder was introduced in 2001 with the best selling book, Now Discover Your Strengths. The updated StrengthsFinder 2.0 was later released in 2007 and is consistently a best selling book on Amazon. StrengthsFinder is an online test called CliftonStrengths by Gallup Research. It is a unique assessment to measure your talent DNA to discover your specific order of 34 CliftonStrengths themes.
“CliftonStrengths helps you aim your purpose at greater performance and helps you harness what makes you uniquely powerful” www.gallup.comLen Tiso is passionate about helping people and teams to flourish. His clients include executives and teams from leading Fortune 500 companies and professional services firms; nonprofit Boards of Directors, executives, and teams; and entrepreneurs. He is based in Los Angeles, but coaches clients across the U.S. and internationally.
Connect with Len - https://www.lentiso.com/
CliftonStrengths34 Assessment: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/home.aspx
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Dec 27, 201946:02
Episode #33 Benefits of Silence
Tune into this episode to learn the Benefits of Silence from Sarah Dornbos. She started a regular practice of silence 15 years ago, and shares with us how this has positively guided her life. Sarah explains why silence is a necessary practice in her weekly routine, and describes the discernment she has gained from this practice. Silence has health benefits for our mind and body, so join our conversation to learn some helpful resources that could improve your well-being. Sarah has a beautiful way of looking at the world as well as insightful wisdom for us all to gain. I highly recommend this episode.
Sarah Dornbos is a certified spiritual director on staff at Christian Assembly church. She is the director of “Kids Hope” a mentoring program for at-risk kids and families in Los Angeles Unified School District, and is pursuing a masters in Social Justice.
Resources Mentioned in the Podcast:
Books:
- The Way of the Heart “Connecting with God Through Prayer, Wisdom and Silence” by Henri Nowen
- Rest by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang “Why you get more done when you work less”.
Daily Prayer:
- Pray-as-you-go.org
Japanese practice of Forest Bathing
- Article here
Podcast: The Practice Tribe:
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Dec 08, 201944:45
Episode #32: Physical Therapy & Pelvic Pain
Marina Kessler is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and has been practicing Physical Therapist for 25 years with a specialty in Pelvic Floor Health. Be sure to catch Episode #17 where Dr Kessler describes what the pelvic floor is, why giving attention to the pelvic floor is important, and ways to bring health to this region of the body. In this Episode #32, she dives deeper into pelvic floor issues with a focus on pelvic pain. Dr Kessler educates us on how Physical Therapy can help with Dyspareunia, which is a persistent or recurrent pelvic pain that occurs with intercourse. She discusses the complexity of this issue and gives women ideas to better connect with themselves and their partner. You don’t want to miss this valuable and enlightening episode!
Resources Mentioned in Podcast:
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)- Section on Women’s Health
- International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS)
- The National Vulvodynia Association (NVA)
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Nov 21, 201946:33
Episode #31 Ted Wachsmuth: Benefits of Community for Health
Ted Wachsmuth is the Executive Chef at Portland Rescue Mission, a Nutrition Coach, a Personal Trainer, a Triathlete, a Marathon Runner as well as my Older Brother. He has inspired me to give generously, feel deeply and live strong. In this podcast, we discuss how important community is for our health. Ted gives us an overview of the Portland Rescue Mission, and about his journey that led him there. He tells us how social support has helped him reach his health goals, as well as how he helps men go from homelessness to running a ½ marathon. He gives 5 Nutritional Guidelines to improve health and lose weight, as well as motivational tips to move you toward health.
Connect with Portland Rescue Mission on Instagram or Facebook @pdxmission
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Benefits of Strong Community
Nov 06, 201929:35
Episode #30: Anne Crile - How Emotions Impact Health
Anne Crile is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Pasadena, California who specializes in both Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Therapy (AEDP) for individuals and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. In this podcast we discuss how our emotions impact our closest relationships and physical health. Anne explains the danger of ignoring emotions, and what type of physical symptoms can manifest when we are emotionally disconnected from ourselves and others. She describes why our emotions are important to listen to, how emotions can manifest in the body, and healthy strategies to interpret the sensations. Tune in today to learn practical tools to connect with your body and ways to move toward emotional, relational and mental health.
Books mentioned in the podcast
Hold Me Tight by Sue Johnson
Love Sense by Sue Johnson
Connect with Anne Crile: www.annecrile.com
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Books mentioned in the podcast
Hold Me Tight by Sue Johnson
Love Sense by Sue Johnson
Connect with Anne Crile: www.annecrile.com
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Oct 24, 201946:52
Episode #29 1/2 - Enneagram & Personal Growth - Part 2
In this 2nd Episode with TJ Teems, we take a closer look at the Enneagram with the three stances. She describes each stance (Aggressive, Depending/Earning and the Withdrawing Stance), and why this can be a good place to start if you’re just learning about the Enneagram. Understanding our stance can help us move toward a healthy relationship with yourself and others. She encourages us to be willing to learn from other stances and ways we can use the Enneagram as a tool for personal growth. This episode is Part 2 of a 2 Part Series. Don’t miss part 1: Episode #28.
Sign up for TJs workshop starting January 14th. GrowingWithTheEnneagram@gmail.com
FB & Instagram: @GrowingWithTheEnneagram
Books Mentioned in the Podcast:
- The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron & Suzanne Stabile
- The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Richard Riso and Russ Hudson
- The Sacred Enneagram by Christopher L. Heuertz
Enneagram Website:
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Oct 09, 201927:11
Episode #29 - Using the Enneagram as a Tool for Personal Growth - Part 1
TJ Teems leads Enneagram Workshops with the purpose of personal growth. She helps people explore and embrace their individual uniqueness and find meaningful, authentic connection in their relationships. In this podcast we discuss what the Enneagram is, why it’s helpful and how to discover your number. TJ describes each number on the Enneagram, and helps us understand each numbers’ motivation and basic fear. She gives us tips from the Enneagram about how to move toward Personal and Relational Health. She encourages us to be willing to notice & pay attention to ourselves with non-judgmental awareness in order to Grow. This episode is Part 1 of a 2 Part Series. You won’t want to miss this episode.
Books Mentioned in the Podcast:
- The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron & Suzanne Stabile
- The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Richard Riso and Russ Hudson
- The Sacred Enneagram by Christopher L. Heuertz
Enneagram Podcasts:
- Typology by Ian Morgan Crone
- The Enneagram Journey by Suzanne Stabile
- The Liturgists Podcast (Episode #37)
Enneagram Website:
Connect with TJ Teems and sign up for a workshop: GrowingWithTheEnneagram@gmail.com
FB & Instagram: @GrowingWithTheEnneagram
Special Thank You to @beseenco for collaboration to produce this podcast.
Oct 02, 201935:01
Episode #28: CrossFit Training
In this Podcast, Crossfit Coaches Amador Arteaga Jr and Sofi Prorok give us an understanding of what Crossfit is, how it can be helpful and why it’s received some criticism over the years. They explain the various Crossfit terminology: AMRAP, WOD, EMOM and how you can work this into your everyday workouts. Coach Amador and Coach Sofi describe what a typical workout might look like, and what to expect if you’d like to try a Crossfit Gym. Together they own Raw Performance Athletics which helps people of all different fitness levels reach their goals through an online personal training business that designs weekly training programs.
Head Coach: Amador Arteaga Jr. is a Crossfit California Regional Athlete and has been personal training and coaching for over 5 years. He is well-versed in a variety of training methods and has helped people of all ages and abilities achieve their fitness goals.
Co-Founder: Sofi Prorok is a Crossfit Coach and Doctorate of Physical Therapy student who is committed to helping others achieve their fitness goals while staying injury free.
Contact Amador & Sofi: https://rawperformance.org/ or Instagram @rp_athletics
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Sep 18, 201938:40
Episode #27: Dr Caleb Burgess: Peak Performance
In this episode, Dr Caleb Burgess gives us helpful tools and strategies to reach Peak Performance in any Sport or Activity. He describes his path to become a Physical Therapist, and how his own rehabilitation journey influences him today. We discuss how to stay injury free in the process of developing a strong body, and ways to overcome obstacles that stand in the way of achieving goals. Dr Caleb talks about his passion to help people take control of their pain, and break through their limitations to return to and EXCEL in the activities they love. Don’t miss this episode!
Dr. Caleb Burgess DPT, OCS, CSCS
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Online Coaching Business: www.drcalebburgess.com
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Dr. Caleb Burgess DPT, OCS, CSCS
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Online Coaching Business: www.drcalebburgess.com
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Sep 04, 201938:31
Episode #26: Aging Strong with Kira Juljulian
Kira Juljulian is a Geriatric Clinical Specialist working with the aging population for over 26 years as a Physical Therapist. In this podcast, Kira gives us great advice about how to Age Well. She is a wealth of knowledge about the body, and has motivating ideas about how to prevent physical decline. Learn ways to improve balance, decrease risk for falls, boost bone health and strengthen muscles. Tune in today for some inspiration to Age Strong!
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Exercise to feel confident, strong & alive.
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Aug 21, 201935:11
Episode #25 - Amy Burdick: Trauma, Body & Mind
Amy Burdick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialization in trauma and a focus on relationship attachment issues. She began her practice in Community Mental Health, where she observed the typical approach to treating Anxiety and Depression was to “stop the bleeding but not heal the wound itself.” During this time, she began her training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy) in order to empower her clients to safely reprocess and heal from the wounds that seemed to later reveal themselves as anxiety and depression. In this podcast, Amy creates a welcoming space where we can learn how to move out of pain and conflict, toward a life of fullness and strength. You don’t want to miss this episode!
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Special Thank You to @beseenco for collaboration to produce this podcast.
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Special Thank You to @beseenco for collaboration to produce this podcast.
Aug 10, 201946:42
Episode #24 - Diet Free Weight Loss with Liz Cazares R.D.
Liz Cazares is a Registered Dietitian with an integrative approach to holistic health. She has her masters in Nutrition and Dietetics from Loma Linda University, owns her own nutrition practice, as well as teaching diabetes and heart disease prevention classes for Tanner Care in Monrovia, CA.
In this Podcast, Liz shares her passion for helping people have a good relationship with food. She talks about diet free weight loss, and what to do when weight loss stalls. She educates us on how to improve digestion to boost energy and enhance health. Liz tells us about the key aspects of nutrition for an active lifestyle. If you need some help with weight loss, nutrition & energy, you won’t want to miss this episode.
https://www.lizcaznutrition.com/
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Jul 24, 201932:16
Episode #23 - Healed from Cancer
Wendy Gabelman was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma Cancer 8 years ago, and describes her journey of Hope and Healing. She describes the emotions she experienced the day she found out, and how she navigated the early days. She talked about her struggles and worries, and places she found help. Wendy describes about how her faith guided her, and how this experience has made her stronger. Tune into this episode if the words “You Have Cancer” is your worst fear. This podcast will encourage you, and give you hope that all difficult circumstances we face can be used for growth and transformation if we have the perspective to choose Hope.
Special Thank You to @beseenco for collaboration to produce this podcast.
Special Thank You to @beseenco for collaboration to produce this podcast.
Jul 10, 201936:02
Episode #22 - “Move Better" with Dr Clare Frank
In this podcast, Dr Clare Frank explains the Movement System in a very tangible motivating way that will inspire you to Move More and Move Better. She tells insightful stories from her 35 years of experience as a Physical Therapist, as well as her experience as a world-class badminton player. Dr Frank gives easy to understand explanations for why muscles get tight, how to prevent injury, and what to do for arthritis. As we age, it is possible to Move Better. You won’t want to miss this episode to become more alive in your body, and feel confident for everyday life.
Dr. Frank is a board-certified specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) and a fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT). She serves as the Program Director of Azusa Pacific University Clinical Fellowship in Movement & Performance as well as a clinical instructor for the Spine Rehabilitation Fellowship at Kaiser Permanente. She is a certified instructor for Janda's Approach to Musculoskeletal Pain Syndromes and Kolar's Approach to Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization, and is co-author of “Assessment and Treatment of Muscle Imbalances: The Janda Approach.”
Connect with Dr Frank: www.movementlinks.com and Instagram: @clare_physio
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Jun 26, 201943:46
Episode #21 - A Marathon Training
This is a special podcast with my Marathon Training Partner Leandra Soop. In this episode we have 2 conversations: One before running the LA Marathon on March 24th, the second conversation after running the Marathon. We share our raw emotions, training struggles and feelings of doubt around running a Marathon for the first time. We also share success stories and lessons learned that may motivate you to want to run a marathon too. I give training advice from a Physical Therapist perspective and Leandra provides helpful guidance as a therapist from a Mental health point of view. Together we share stories of our journey to become Marathon Runners, and hope to inspire you too!
Leandra Soop, Associate Clinical Social Worker (#87480)
Employed by Interior Design Firm: A Psychotherapy Practice
Host of Made in Monrovia Podcast
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Beth Teran, PT, DPT, CSCS
Host of Balanced by Beth Podcast
Creator of 30 Day STRONG Programs
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Leandra Soop, Associate Clinical Social Worker (#87480)
Employed by Interior Design Firm: A Psychotherapy Practice
Host of Made in Monrovia Podcast
Follow Leandra Soop Instagram Account
www.leandrasoop.com
Beth Teran, PT, DPT, CSCS
Host of Balanced by Beth Podcast
Creator of 30 Day STRONG Programs
Follow Balanced by Beth Instagram Account
www.balancedbybeth.com
Thank You to Be Seen Co. for your excellent and quality production of the Balance by Beth Podcast www.beseenco.com
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
Jun 12, 201943:58
Episode #20 - Nicholas Smith - How to build muscle
In this podcast, Dr Nicholas Smith and I talk about MUSCLES. How to build muscle, how to prevent muscle atrophy, the best way to balance muscles, how to create a strengthening program and so much more. We discuss how to develop muscle strength, muscle endurance, muscle power, and muscle tone to prevent injury and perform activities with confidence. Aging causes our muscles to become smaller and slower, which is why consistent strength training is essential to age well. Dr Smith explains the important elements of exercise intensity, frequency, duration, and consistency to meet your personal goals. He gives a few tips that will help you stay motivated with exercise. Tune in to this episode to make your workouts better and more efficient. You won’t want to miss this one!
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Nicholas Smith PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS
Movement Links Certified Clinician
Owner of Smith Forged S&C - www.SmithForgedSC.com
Active on IG, YouTube, Twitter @smithforgedsc
Beth Teran, PT, DPT, CSCS
Host of Balanced by Beth Podcast
Creator of 30 Day STRONG Programs
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May 29, 201943:51
Episode #19 - Why Strong Marriages Need Healthy Conflict
Tune into this episode to hear from Marriage Coaches Doug and Joyce Wachsmuth who believe conflict is a healthy part of marriage, and a necessary way to strengthen a relationship. They share stories and struggles from their 51 years of marriage, and offer techniques to help listeners develop healthy communication that will build a strong marriage. Together they offer practical tools to assist couples in discussing difficult topics, as well as give valuable resources if you feel stuck. Doug and Joyce show us how Healthy Conflict is what make a Good Marriage GREAT! You won’t want to miss this episode!
Just like our muscles need resistance training to get stronger, our marriages need healthy conflict to strengthen & develop.
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May 15, 201940:09
Episode #18 - Strengthen Your Voice: For Confidence, Freedom and Health with Dr. Lisa Lamb
In this podcast, Dr Lisa Lamb and I discuss the benefits of finding your voice, why posture matters as you speak, and how to develop a healthy self awareness to improve communication. Dr Lamb describes how women's voices get stronger with age, and how this impacts confidence and boldness. She gives us practical tools to grow in healthy communication and nurture healthy relationships. Tune in to this episode to learn ways to become more confident in your communication, and how this may be impacting your health.
Dr Lisa Lamb has her PhD in Practical Theology with a Homiletics Emphasis. She is the Visiting Professor of Preaching at Fuller Seminary and an ordained minister with the Presbyterian Church. She worked for many years as an InterVaristy Staff Member at UC Santa Cruz and Harvard University. She has a passion to equip and empower emerging leaders, particularly women, to clearly articulate their passions with boldness and joy. She helps people strengthen their public voices -- their confidence, freedom and enjoyment of speaking before others.
Links mentioned in Podcast:
Lisa’s bio: www.fuller.edu/faculty/lisa-lamb.
YouTube: Bringing your full voice to life by Barbara McAfee www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze763kgrWGg
Ted Talk: Your body language may shape who you are by Amy Cuddy
www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
Dr Lisa Lamb has her PhD in Practical Theology with a Homiletics Emphasis. She is the Visiting Professor of Preaching at Fuller Seminary and an ordained minister with the Presbyterian Church. She worked for many years as an InterVaristy Staff Member at UC Santa Cruz and Harvard University. She has a passion to equip and empower emerging leaders, particularly women, to clearly articulate their passions with boldness and joy. She helps people strengthen their public voices -- their confidence, freedom and enjoyment of speaking before others.
Links mentioned in Podcast:
Lisa’s bio: www.fuller.edu/faculty/lisa-lamb.
YouTube: Bringing your full voice to life by Barbara McAfee www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze763kgrWGg
Ted Talk: Your body language may shape who you are by Amy Cuddy
www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
May 01, 201935:22
Episode #17 - Marina Kessler: Tips for Bladder, Bowel & Sexual Health
Marina Kessler is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and has been practicing Physical Therapist for 25 years with a specialty in Pelvic Floor Health. She currently practices PT at Kaiser Permanente in the Los Angeles area.
In this episode, Dr Kessler describes what the Pelvic Floor is, why giving attention to the Pelvic Floor is important, and ways to bring Health to these muscles. She gives women tips to prevent and treat incontinence, along with all things for Bladder, Bowel and Sexual Health. You don’t want to miss this valuable and enlightening episode!
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
In this episode, Dr Kessler describes what the Pelvic Floor is, why giving attention to the Pelvic Floor is important, and ways to bring Health to these muscles. She gives women tips to prevent and treat incontinence, along with all things for Bladder, Bowel and Sexual Health. You don’t want to miss this valuable and enlightening episode!
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
Apr 17, 201940:56
Episode #16 - Petra Poschmann : Tips to Manage Stress
In this podcast, Petra and I discuss how stress affects our body, and how our body can hold onto tension. Petra shares stories about how she experiences pressure in her day, and what she does to manage her stress. She gives tips about different strategies to help us manage tension in our body, and how to relax our body when it is under stress. She talks about how guided imagery helps her tune into the present moment and allow her to remember what is important to her. Petra shares with us 5 daily practices that help her stay healthy.
Petra Poschmann was born & raised in Berlin Germany. She has a Bachelor and Master Degree in Applied Mathematics, as well as being a Yoga Practitioner for more than 30 years. She is a Stress Management Specialist who currently teaches Yoga to private students, community classes, and the Tanner Wellness Program in Monrovia. She is married with 2 teenage boys ages 14 & 16. You do not want to miss this episode; it is packed with practical tips to help when you feel stress and tension.
Apr 03, 201945:24
Episode #15 - Melanie Sunukjian: Trades of Hope
In Today’s Podcast, Beth and Melanie discuss the important role of hope in personal health. Melanie’s business not only provides access to great products, but empowers women by helping them create sustainable business. Beth and Melanie talk about how starting a business helps our wellness, and changes us for the better as we become part of something bigger. Melanie shares about her journey toward health, and the struggles she faces. She tells stories about how partnering with women in poverty all over the world has changed her, and what she has learned about herself by choosing to offer hope by giving business opportunities. Tune in to be inspired by Melanie’s passion and the impact she is making on women all around the around.
Melanie Sunukjian graduated with her bachelor’s degree from Biola University in 1996, and also has a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies from Cal State Fullerton. She is a wife and mom to 4 adorable kids. She is one of the directors of Trades of Hope; an organization that empowers women to create sustainable businesses worldwide. Trades of Hope helps women realize their potential as world changers, business owners, and dream chasers. www.mytradesofhope.com/melaniesunukjian
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
Melanie Sunukjian graduated with her bachelor’s degree from Biola University in 1996, and also has a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies from Cal State Fullerton. She is a wife and mom to 4 adorable kids. She is one of the directors of Trades of Hope; an organization that empowers women to create sustainable businesses worldwide. Trades of Hope helps women realize their potential as world changers, business owners, and dream chasers. www.mytradesofhope.com/melaniesunukjian
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
Mar 20, 201934:27
Episode #14 - Postpartum Exercise & Fitness
In this episode, Heather Mendez and I have a discussion about exercise after pregnancy, and how to get back in shape after giving birth. She shares her personal struggle with staying consistent, and what helped her develop a regular routine. Heather gives expert advice about training the core, tips about diastasis recti and what exercises are most helpful to build a strong body after pregnancy.
Heather Mendez is a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Boston University and completed the Kaiser Permanente Orthopedic Residency and also the Movement Science Fellowship. She is married with 2 adorable boys, ages 1 and 3.
Tune into this episode to share in a conversation about life as moms, and gain some tips from Heather about specific things you can do to get back in shape.
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
Heather Mendez is a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Boston University and completed the Kaiser Permanente Orthopedic Residency and also the Movement Science Fellowship. She is married with 2 adorable boys, ages 1 and 3.
Tune into this episode to share in a conversation about life as moms, and gain some tips from Heather about specific things you can do to get back in shape.
If you are someone who directly benefits from this podcast and want to be a supporter to keep this content coming, please visit Beth’s patreon page and give as little as $1 a month. Your support is extremely valuable to this podcast. Thank You! www.patreon.com/balancedbybeth
Mar 06, 201938:16
Episode #13 - Power Talks w/ Beth - "Benefits of Exercise"
Today’s Balanced by Beth Podcast is a powertalk about the Benefits of Exercise. I discuss exercise tips, motivation & goal setting, and how to find solutions to challenges. I talk about my own struggle to stay consistent with strength training, and what has helped me to establish a regular routine. In this powertalk, I share my personal motivations to keep an active lifestyle and how daily training is necessary to stay strong and flexible so I can feel confident to surf, hike and run. If you say to yourself “What difference does 1 training session make?”, then this Podcast is for you.
Join me in this discussion, leave a comment in iTunes or on my Instagram page: Balanced by Beth. I’d love to hear what goals you have for your body, and how I can support you.
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Feb 20, 201924:07
Episode #12 - “Self Care For Moms" with Lisa Nopachi
In this Podcast, Lisa Nopachi and I discuss our struggles as women and how to exercise Self Care. We explore ways to care for ourselves in the midst of caring for our children and families. Lisa shares obstacles that she has faced, and how she learned to trust her own voice. She gives practical advice on how to assess self needs, ways to practice listening to your body, and why it’s important to tune into emotions. Together we share challenges and joys in motherhood, and how to gain perspective in our health & wellness as women.
Lisa Nopachi is the visionary for Rooted Pasadena: a network to support parents through the challenges, joys and transitions of new parenthood. She teaches Mindful Mama Classes to help women explore identity shifts, connect with other moms and gain tools for mindful parenting and self care. Lisa draws from her experience as an interfaith hospital and hospice chaplain, to help moms engage in Self Care. She earned a B.A. in Psychology from Amherst College, and an M.A. in Intercultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary. Lisa lives in Pasadena with her husband and 1 1/2 year-old daughter. www.rootedpasadena.com
Feb 04, 201931:59
:Episode #11 - How to Coach Yourself Toward Wellness
In this Podcast, Julie Jones and I discuss how to Coach Yourself toward Wellness. Julie shares with us how coaching has helped her, and what tools she uses to break down goals into small achievable pieces. Julie guides us through practical ways to become more self aware, how to overcome obstacles and make changes happen. She demonstrates how to ask yourself good questions and help you discover what the next step might be. Tune into this episode to learn how self coaching might help you in your journey toward health and wellness, and why Julie believes our best years are yet to come.
Julie Jones is a life coach who works with Entrepreneurial Leaders and Business Owners. She owns Golden Goose Consulting with her husband Darrin. Together, they host workshops, retreats and conferences to help people invest into their most important resources. They live in Tennessee, have been married for 27 years and have 2 kids and a daughter in law.
Julie’s website:
www.goldengooseconsulting.com/
Julie Jones is a life coach who works with Entrepreneurial Leaders and Business Owners. She owns Golden Goose Consulting with her husband Darrin. Together, they host workshops, retreats and conferences to help people invest into their most important resources. They live in Tennessee, have been married for 27 years and have 2 kids and a daughter in law.
Julie’s website:
www.goldengooseconsulting.com/
Jan 21, 201932:45
Episode #10 - Kellie Haddock: Health, Hope, Healing
Kellie Haddock @kelliehaddockmusic is a singer, songwriter, wife and mom. 14 years ago her husband died in a horrific car accident that also severely injured her 14 week old son. 4 years ago, she returned to the hospital to thank each doctor, nurse, hospital staff, and key people who helped her son fight for his life. This was accomplished over a 6 month period of time and was documented in a short film called: The Thank You Project which has attracted more than 150 million views. The film can be viewed on Kellie’s website: www.kelliehaddock.com
Tune into this episode to hear Kellie reflect on her journey toward healing, health & wellness. Kellie is well known for the Thank you Project, but a big part of her story is an eating disorder that was a significant struggle prior to the accident. She has lived through deep grief & intense struggle, and found hope on the other side. Her daily choice to choose gratitude is something to admire and uniquely treasure.
Kellie is a beautiful songwriter and singer. Her newest album All Shall Be Well has just been released. She’s now married, lives in Florida and is a mom of 3 kids.
Jan 02, 201945:06
Episode #9 - Interview With Chel Hamilton of "Meditation Minis" Podcast
Chel Hamilton is the author, creator and host of the Meditation Minis Podcast. She is a Guided Meditation Artist and Hypnotherapist. Her podcast has more than 12 million downloads & helps listers let go of stress. The podcast was awarded The Best Religion and Spirituality Podcast of 2017 by the Academy of Podcasters. @hypnotistchel
Chel and I discuss her journey of creating the Meditation Minis Podcast, and what she has learned from this process. She shares with us how important it is to experiment and try new things. Chel describes how guided meditation can retrain neurological pathways in the brain so you can reset your “knee jerk” response to triggers. We discuss motivation and how to realize potential in day to day existence. Tune in to learn how meditation can help you be more aware, curious and calm.
Dec 26, 201841:14
Episode #8 - How To Plan For Aging
Karyn Wong has been practicing Physical Therapy for 35 years. She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. She specializes in Oncology and Geriatrics. She is a Certified Lymphatic Specialist, as well as a Certified Pilates Instructor and Tai Chi Instructor for Arthritis and Fall Prevention.
In this podcast we discuss how to plan for aging. Karyn shares with us easy ways to maintain strength, heart health, improve posture, increase flexibility and balance. Karyn draws from her years of experience as a Physical Therapist, but also share stories from her life to help us all know how to age well. In the podcast we discuss Karyn’s 5 components of Adult Fitness Program - Aka “The big 5”.
Tune in to think about how to plan for aging, and what to do to live well.
Message Beth in Instagram: @balancedbybeth if you’d like Karyn’s Adult Fitness Program in PDF form. She will be happy to send it to you.
In this podcast we discuss how to plan for aging. Karyn shares with us easy ways to maintain strength, heart health, improve posture, increase flexibility and balance. Karyn draws from her years of experience as a Physical Therapist, but also share stories from her life to help us all know how to age well. In the podcast we discuss Karyn’s 5 components of Adult Fitness Program - Aka “The big 5”.
Tune in to think about how to plan for aging, and what to do to live well.
Message Beth in Instagram: @balancedbybeth if you’d like Karyn’s Adult Fitness Program in PDF form. She will be happy to send it to you.
Dec 12, 201826:22
Episode #7 - Whole Food Plant Based Diet
Carole Bartolotto is a registered dietitian with 20 years of experience who currently works for UCLA as a nutrition education coordinator and as a consultant at Tanner Care, a health & wellness center located in Monrovia California. She helps clients reverse heart disease, prevent & reverse DM, and create sustainable weight loss. She also consults with individual, groups and companies to improve health and support wellness through diet and lifestyle changes. Carole also has her MA in Exercise Physiology.
In this podcast, Carole shares her motivation for becoming a dietitian, how a plant based diet can reverse heart disease, and the secrets of the Blue Zones. She has very practical advice for lifestyle changes, how to eat whole food plant based diet and the importance of mindful eating. This is a wonderful episode to be inspired toward healthy eating habits.
Websites discussed in podcast:
www.forksoverknives.com
www.littlegreenforks.com
www.nusci.org/recipes
Nov 21, 201839:23
Episode #6 - Restoration Therapy: Moving from Pain to Peace
Stephenie Lievense is a wife and mom to 2 boys, as well as a Marriage & Family Therapist. She owns a private practice in La Canada, and is an adjunct professor at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA. She specializes in couples work using the Restoration Therapy Model by Dr Terry Hargrave. In this episode we discuss this Therapy Model and how people can move from Pain to Peace. Stephenie shares some experiences that have developed inner strength and the lessons she learned from going through hard things. She talks about her journey of health & wellness, and gives some tips for self care. Stephenie has taught me how to love life and embrace the moment.
Nov 03, 201839:39
Episode #5 - Pelvic Floor Health
Today we will be talking about Women’s Health & the Pelvic Floor. We give an introduction about what the Pelvic Floor is, discuss Stress vs Urge Incontinence and offer guidance to find solutions. Tiffany shares stories about issues she has had, and her experience with an Internal Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Evaluation. She explains why a Personal Individualized Pelvic Floor Treatment Plan is important. Our discussion is centered around training the Pelvic Floor and how to maintain optimal Pelvic Floor health.
Tiffany Waniczek is a Doctor of Physical Therapy from USC and now practicing Physical Therapist in Pasadena, California. She double majored in human biology and dance from the University of California San Diego. Tiffany has been dancing since she was three years old.
Website discussed in podcast:
www.hermanwallace.com
www.balancedbybeth.com
Oct 18, 201828:02
Episode #4 - Seek Guidance: Listen to Self
In this Podcast, we learn what it means to seek guidance and how we have to reverse our traditional way of thinking. Ron shares about his journey of staying curious, asking good questions, seeking wise teachers and sustaining a posture of learning. We discuss the importance of listening to yourself before you can listen to others for guidance. Nurturing the ability to listen to your body and your inner voice, is a key aspect to rehabilitation & healing. Discover how a balance of healthy practices, can guide your journey toward health & wellness.
Ron Kochevar is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher, and a Shamanic Energy Medicine Practitioner. He has a private Concierge Physical Therapy Practice in Los Angeles. He teaches in several residency/fellowship programs as well as being an adjunct professor at Universities in California and Puerto Rico.
Oct 03, 201837:06
Episode #3: Resilience - Builds Inner Toughness
Physical Therapist Bonnie Lasher believes in Progress Not Perfection. In this podcast, she shares how life challenges have given her courage to try new things, step into difficult situations and dare to do things different. She tells stories of struggles, what she learned, and how she developed resilience. She recently received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Chapman University. She is now a practicing Physical Therapist in Orange County specializing in Pelvic Floor. Her bachelor degree is from San Francisco State University where she studied Cinema. We discuss how to build resilience in life, build strength in our bodies, and how to recover quickly from injury.
Sep 20, 201828:03
Episode #2: Obstacles: Are Good For Us.
Dr Beth Teran interviews her workout partner Leandra Soop for part 2 about Motivation & their weekly routine of running up Mt Wilson Trail (a 5,000 foot elevation). In part 1, Leandra spoke about how her emotions hinder her from exercising. In this episode, Leandra shares how Emotionally Focused Therapy has given her the framework to journey toward Health & Wellness. She shares personal stories of working toward emotional health and how it has helped her feel lighter to say “yes” to exercise and to create structure for her running & workouts.
In this episode, Beth & Leandra share stories about how emotional & physical obstacles have taught them to embrace the challenge, reframe the experience, and allow it to change them for the better. Tune into this Episode of Balanced by Beth & join the journey toward healthy living.
Sep 11, 201831:49
Episode #1: Two Moms One Mountain
Motivation: 2 Moms 1 Mountain
In this first episode from Balanced by Beth, listeners get to hear from Dr. Beth Teran as she interviews her workout partner and dear friend Leandra Soop. These two friends discuss their struggles and what motivates them to engage in emotional and physical health- and how the two are interconnected. Leandra has her Master’s in Social Work, specialized in clinical work with children and family. These two met 9 years ago when their son’s were playing AYSO soccer and were on Beth’s husbands team.
Their current physical endeavour is running up Mt.Wilson trail every Sunday together. Beth and Leandra will describe a friendship that offers support and motivation to one another, as they encourage each other to not only stay physically fit but to lead lives that are meaningful and authentic.
In this first episode from Balanced by Beth, listeners get to hear from Dr. Beth Teran as she interviews her workout partner and dear friend Leandra Soop. These two friends discuss their struggles and what motivates them to engage in emotional and physical health- and how the two are interconnected. Leandra has her Master’s in Social Work, specialized in clinical work with children and family. These two met 9 years ago when their son’s were playing AYSO soccer and were on Beth’s husbands team.
Their current physical endeavour is running up Mt.Wilson trail every Sunday together. Beth and Leandra will describe a friendship that offers support and motivation to one another, as they encourage each other to not only stay physically fit but to lead lives that are meaningful and authentic.
Aug 27, 201823:19