Health in Motion
By Evie Kontopos
Health in MotionJan 10, 2022
94 - Pelvic Floor Strength Training
In this episode, Evie sits down with Julie Leonard, MS, to discuss the importance of training your pelvic floor. Julie is a former college athlete, wife, and Mom who practices what she preaches in regards to supporting her pelvic floor health. As a prenatal and postpartum fitness coach, Julie designs programs to help women recover from the strain of pregnancy and connect with their bodies for long term success. Peeing while you jump is no longer an excuse once you spend time with Julie!
93 - Why HIIT Might Not Be the Best Fitness Routine For You
In this episode, Evie sits down with James Fryer, Neuromuscular Therapist, to discuss what he does as a NMT (he's not a typical Massage Therapist and will make you WORK), how to rate your mobility, and why high intensity interval training might not be the best thing for you. Oh, and a few personal snippets in there as well :-)
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92 - Fertility Nutrition Fundamentals
In this episode, Evie discusses the impact of nutrition on fertility, conception, pregnancy and postpartum with Registered Dietitian, Alyssa Broadwater. Topics range from how to optimize nutrition preconception to what to look for/avoid in a prenatal supplement.
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91 - ReSTORIES with Molly
In this episode, Evie hears from former client, Molly, regarding her experience as a client. Molly shares her downfall during COVID, resistance to taking supplements, and nutrition changes she made to overcome her health challenges (including the mantra she now follows to help her stay on track).
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90 - Live From the Greece Retreat
In this episode, Evie sits down with the Holistic Reset Retreat participants to discuss the joy, fear and growth from going on an international wellness retreat. Each woman traveled to the 800-person island of Lipsi in Greece to spend a week immersed in the culture and traditions of the island and share what it was like to "do things differently" when it came to wellness.
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89 - ReSTORIES - How She Overcame Her Sugar Addiction
In this episode, Evie sits down with former client, Karol Gutierrez, to discuss how she improved her relationship to food and exercise. From eating sugar every day to mask her emotions (keeping seven different types of ice cream in her freezer), to cooking at home more, Karol learned ways to fuel herself for her new-found love of Crossfit. Hearing how she made these changes in spite of her international move from Costa Rica to the United States during the pandemic is sure to be an inspiration!
88 - My Pregnancy and The Transitions I'm Going Through
In this episode, I share the transitions that I have experienced during pregnancy and the importance of allowing them. From difficult conversations to finding comfort in my love-bubble, I wanted to share an update on what's been going on behind the scenes and talk about what is to come in the future episodes.
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87 - Skin Health with Spa Melissa Allen
In this episode, Evie discusses skin health with owner of Spa Melissa Allen. Topics range from what her spa sees as top offenders for acne, their protocols to help clients love their skin and what she does to stay healthy!
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86 - Live! From the Holistic Reset Retreat
In this episode, the participants of the Holistic Reset Retreat share their experience, feedback and takeaways. Each participant shared their hesitation with going to the retreat, the way they were challenged and the life lessons they learned during the weekend. From workshops focusing on nervous system, overcoming fears, sauna and cold plunges, and how to prepare nourishing meals without the hassle...this episode is full of inspiring stories.
The next Holistic Reset is December 1-3, 2023 in Hocking Hills, Ohio. To register, click here.
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85 - Hormone Replacement Therapy
In this episode, Evie sits down with Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner, Megan del Corral, to discuss hormone replacement therapy. Megan shares the difference between bio-identical hormone replacement therapies and synthetic hormone therapy (we're talking yams vs horse urine!) Megan also shares the most effective delivery methods, who this therapy is for/not for, and how to utilize for fertility.
84 - Curiosity, Play and Health for Optimal Wellness
In this episode, Evie sits down with the Owner of Vibe Wellness Coaching, Beth Dolce, to discuss the importance of curiosity and play in wellness journeys. With an extensive background in the health and wellness ranging from one-on-one coaching to corporate wellness, Beth shares the pillars of health (which might surprise you!) she uses to guide her clients towards their goals. Ready to play?!
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83 - Life Transition Coaching
In this episode, Evie sits down with Kate Woolsey to discuss her life coaching practice. She coaches people to handle life transitions and find joy, bliss and alignment. Kate shares how moving across the globe sparked her passion for helping people navigate their own personal transitions and find ease in the unknown.
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82 - Pelvic Floor Therapy
In this episode, Evie sits down with Dr. Taylor Swint to discuss pelvic floor therapy. Taylor explains what the pelvic floor is, who would benefit from therapy (surprise, it's not just people who have delivered babies!), and how to strengthen it for longevity. Anyone who experiences pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms such as leakage with exercise/coughing/laughing, urinary incontinence, pain with intercourse, and more will benefit from this episode!
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81 - Massage Therapy with Marcia Hazlett
In this episode, Evie sits down with Neuromuscular Therapist, Marcia Hazlett, to discuss massage therapy. Marcia offers massage therapy for people in chronic pain and incorporates trigger point therapy and active muscle release to help the body restore its health. While focusing on breathwork and getting deep into those troubled areas, Marcia is your girl! Marcia owns The Muscle Center and is hosting a Health & Wellness Expo June 25th in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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80 - Navigating Divorce in a Holistic Way
In this episode, Evie shares how she has navigated emotions and change through her divorce. Tune in to hear practical ways to support ourselves through seasons of grief, hardship and difficulty.
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79 - ReSTORIES with Co-Coach Hannah Dennis
In this episode, Evie sits down with the new Coach at Holistically Restored, Hannah Dennis. During this conversation, Hannah shares her experience working with Evie on her hormones and how that has led to her joining Holistically Restored. Hannah is currently taking new clients and shares her expertise in this episode.
78 - ReSTORIES and Gua Sha Facials with Al Glenn
In this episode, Evie sits down with former client, Al Glenn, to discuss how she overcame the dreadful "period flu" she would experience each month. From diet, lifestyle and supplements, Al shares her experience working with Evie and what she has continued to implement into her health journey today. Al is an Esthetician and also shares tips and tricks to have healthy and radiant skin (which include her amazing Gua Sha facials!)
77- How to Support Your Body After Hormonal Birth Control
In this episode, Evie shares five key ways to support the body after getting off of hormonal birth control ranging from detoxification to nutrition.
76 - How to Talk to Your Doctor About Getting Off Hormonal Birth Control
In this episode, Evie shares tips on how to approach the conversation with your Physician regarding getting off of hormonal birth control. Evie shares the questions, research and perspectives she discussed with her Doctor years ago when she got off of the birth control pill.
75 - Effects of Hormonal Birth Control
In this episode, Evie discusses the effects of hormonal birth control ranging from nutritional deficiencies, impaired thyroid health and even how you select a partner! Tune in to learn about possible side effects of your hormonal birth control and what this could mean for long-term health. In upcoming episodes, Evie will share tips to come off of hormonal birth control and also how to support your body in the process.
74 - ReSTORIES with Jenna Setchell
In this new series, Evie sits down with former client, Jenna Setchell, to discuss the teachings and takeaways of her health journey and working with Evie. Jenna shares her experience getting off of hormonal birth control and improving her gut and sleep.
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73 - New Year's Resolutions
In this episode, Evie shares her perspective on New Year's Resolutions and how everything comes down to momentum. We are either moving towards our goals or not. Tune in to hear more on this topic and whether or not we *should* be adding goals to our life - or taking some away? Evie finishes the episode with a series of questions she asks herself at the end of the year to reflect and plan for the future.
Also, link to join the Holistic Reset Retreat in Hocking Hills, Ohio in April 2023 is live! Click here to register!
72- Live Podcast Recording from the Holistic Reset Retreat
In this live-recorded episode, Coaches Evie, Hannah and Toréa chat with the women who participated in the first Holistic Reset Retreat in Hocking Hills, Ohio. This Holistically Restored retreat was curated to include a weekend of nature, nervous system re-balancing, nourishing meals, community and more. This episode is a glimpse into the conversation the coaches had with the participants. Live Q&A, reflection, and connection are all included.
Want to be included in the next Holistic Reset Retreat in Greece? Email Evie at evie@holisticallyrestored.com to be included in upcoming retreat details!
This is a cross-over episode with the Wildly Optimized Wellness podcast.
71- Foraging & Using the Outdoors to Optimize Health
In this episode, Evie sits down with James Mann to discuss the skill of foraging. What once was a necessity for survival, foraging has again gained traction in today's modern society. James offers foraging classes to teach his students about the outdoors, how to identify plants and how to reconnect with nature to optimize our health (and survival!)
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70 - Rawr Bar - The Organic Protein Bar
In this episode, Evie sits down with Rachel Beaudry, co-founder of Raw Organics, to discuss health, following your dreams and protein bars. Many bars in the industry either lack great macronutrient distribution or wholesome ingredients. Thanks to Rawr Organics, the perfect organic, non-gmo, gluten free and vegan protein bar exists! Rachel shares her personal health story (from restrictive nutrition in bodybuilding to losing her menstrual cycle) and how that influenced her and her husband to create a product to nourish others!
69 - Imposter Syndrome Has Held Me Back
We're back after a bit of a break! In this episode, Evie shares the truth about her imposter syndrome which stems from a specific incident that happened in the early stages of being a business owner. She shares the lessons she has learned in holding back her knowledge and how she has overcome this fear. Spoiler alert - she's so over it!
68 - Active Wear on a Mission with Meas Active
In this episode, Evie sits down with Erin Roddy, owner of Meas Active. Erin shares about her journey from working in the fashion industry in New York City to participating in a life-changing mission trip that led to her creating an active-wear line designed to give back to women in need. MEAS Active was born to provide active apparel combining fashion, function and on a mission to encourage, celebrate & empower women through their health & wellness journey.
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67 - Embodying My Feminine Energy to Heal
In this episode, Evie shares her personal experience with embodying her feminine energy. This concept and changes she has made have saved aspects of her business, marriage and self. She explains the frustration she felt prior to exploring the polarity between masculine and feminine energy and how she decided to surrender to parts of her that were pushed aside. Tune in to hear the details of going from hyper-independent and stressed to peaceful and playful.
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67 - The Holistic Husband
In this episode, Evie sits down with her husband, Danny, to discuss their health journeys, both as individuals and as a couple. From meeting in the gym to now discussing endocrine disrupting chemicals, the two of them have explored a lot regarding alternative medicine and are here to share their experiences. This candid conversation discusses topics ranging from Evie explaining cervical mucus and menstrual blood to Danny sharing what he wish he knew when he was younger regarding health.
66 - Coming Out of My Depression
In this episode, I share my experience with a recent bout of depression. From feeling numb to overcome with emotions, I share the conversation with a friend that helped propel me forward to make changes. The intention with this episode is to provide perspective to those who need it in difficult times and to remind you that being human can be tricky (but also beautiful). Thank you for tuning in..sending hugs!
65 - Homestead Life
In this episode, Evie sits down with Grace Jones to discuss homesteading. Grace noticed improvements in her health by learning how to grow her own food and even started making her own kombucha and oxymel! Grace witnessed the benefits of living more in-tune with nature and about her abundant medical benefits and decided to give back to her community. Through dinner parties (using food from her garden) and by leading a neighborhood Kids Garden Club, Grace can now share the gift of nature with those around her. Tune in to hear the power of nature and how it has enhanced her life.
64 - Using a Continuous Glucose Monitor to Monitor My Blood Sugar
In this episode, Evie discusses her experience using a Continuous Glucose Monitor. Due to a past diagnosis of Insulin Resistance, Evie has monitored her blood sugar for years and recently obtained a CGM. She shares the insights she gained regarding blood sugar, the changes she made to diet and lifestyle, and one of the biggest lessons she learned about blood sugar (hint: it's not about food!)
63 - Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, Relocating and More
In this episode, Evie and Alexis reconnect and catch up on entrepreneurship, motherhood, relocating and more . Alexis, Doctor of Physical Therapy, was the co-host of the Health in Motion podcast until relocation with her family. In that time, she had another child, took time to adjust to life with two children and is currently expanding Absolute Kinetics in Memphis, Tennessee! Tune in to hear updates on this expansion and what she has learned growing a business with two children (and dogs) at home.
62 - The Mindset to Maintaining Major Weight Loss
In this episode, Evie sits down with Health Coach/Podcast Host, Amanda Valentine, to discuss the process she adopted to lose 100 lbs to reclaim her health. Amanda shares her history of binge eating, the multiple "ah-ha" moments she had to turn her life around, and how she has maintained her progress all these years. Her perspective on the health industry and the drive she has to help others is not to be missed!
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61 - Top Five Summer Tips to Optimize Your Health
In this episode, Evie shares her top five ways to optimize health in the summer months. From the science behind hydration to using coconut oil before getting into a pool, she shares practical ways to make the most of the summer months.
60 - Intermittent Fasting - Yea or Nay?
In this episode, Evie discusses the potential pros and cons of Intermittent Fasting. Sharing both the literature and from personal experience, Evie sheds light on her thoughts on this particular type of eating and why we can't use blanket statements regarding its benefits!
59 - The Doctor Appointment that Sparked Change
In this episode, Evie sits down with the host of the Front Porch Life Podcast, Rachel Steel, to discuss the transitions she has made in her life to improve her health post-pregnancy. After a recent health diagnosis, Rachel has made adjustments to improve her health and prevent certain disease. She shares about "the conversation" she had with her doctor that changed her life and how she's determined to provide an example of what being healthy and nourished means to her daughters.
58 - What to Do When Motivation Fails You
What do we do when motivation isn't enough? In this episode, Evie shares her thoughts on motivation and why she rarely ever depends on it. She shares tips on going past motivation to reach a goal and how she has been able to adopt this mentality over the years. Tune in to hear about why discipline is the "new motivation" and how to use it to reach the goals you're setting for yourself.
57 - Overcoming Anxiety with a Holistic Approach
In this episode, Evie speaks with Katie, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, regarding anxiety. Katie focuses on working with people who experience anxiety and obsessive compulsive tendencies. She takes a holistic approach with each individual she serves and values the connection between how we live our lives (movement, nutrition, social connection) and our mental health. She also provides tips on approaching anxiety and how she has gained power over her own anxiety. Links below to contact Katie and to check out her free mental health resources on YouTube and her Mindful Moments podcast.
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56 - We Can't Always Be Healing
In this episode, Evie discusses the "healing" phase and whether or not the wellness culture has gone too far with protocols. She discusses the difference between living a healthy lifestyle year-round and being on a "healing" protocol and why it's important to understand and apply the difference.
55 - Electromagnetic Frequency Effects on Health
In this episode, Evie chats with Toréa Rodriguez about electromagnetic frequency (EMF). The discussion includes what EMFs are, the impact of EMF on our health, sources of EMF and how to mitigate the EMF exposure. More information regarding how to mitigate EMF exposure is provided in the crossover episode on the Wildly Optimized Wellness podcast.
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54 - Healing Chronic Pain through Strength and Empowerment
In this episode, Evie sits down with Physical Therapist Assistant and Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Kyle Waugh. His approach to training helps clients with chronic pain move better, feel better and get strong! Tune in and learn how continuing to move, despite injury or pain, can help you reach your goals you once thought were impossible.
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53 - Cold Immersion Therapy
In this episode, Evie sits down with Toréa Rodriguez, FDN-P to discuss cold immersion therapy. This conversation covers the benefits, "how" and "why" to cold plunge, and ways to incorporate this into your life. Whether you are rookie or an experienced cold plunge enthusiast, this conversation will provide valuable information. This episode is also being released on the one year anniversary of Evie doing cold plunges and she shares what this experience has taught and provided her.
This episode is a crossover episode with the Wildly Optimized Wellness podcast episode, so please refer to Season 2/Episode 1 for more details on how to partake in cold immersion therapy in nature!
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52 - The Effects on Health While Living Life in the Public Eye
In this episode, Evie sits down with local radio host, Jon "JonJon" Curl, to discuss the effects of living life in the public eye. Jon is the host of the popular iHeart radio show "Jon Jon and Friends" in Cincinnati and has been in the industry for 14 years. He opens up about his journey to becoming a radio personality, the impact it has had on his relationships with loved ones and himself, and the impact he hopes to make through radio. The vulnerability in this episode shines a light on how living life in the spotlight comes with its own struggles and how Jon uses community to stay grounded. Despite living in a time full of influencers and comparison-culture, Jon is on a mission to bring his community together through radio and challenges us all to believe that we are enough.
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51 - Health & Wellness During Pregnancy
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50 - Top 10 Health Tips
In this episode, Evie sits down with the owner of Midwest Red Light Therapy, Kyle Vonderhaar, to discuss their top 10 health tips. Kyle is a returning guest on the podcast and shares his insights on ways to optimize your health in ten different areas of health. From using red light therapy to prevent sunburn to lowering your own blood pressure with diet alone, Kyle shares practical advice you can implement immediately to feel and perform better. To listen to the first episode with Kyle and learn more about red light therapy, please listen to episode #39.
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49 - Preconception, Pregnancy and Postpartum Health
In this episode, Evie sits down with Kasey Verboom, NTP, to discuss preconception, pregnancy and postpartum health. Kasey shares information regarding how she supports clients through each of the phases and how she optimized her health through her own pregnancy journey.
48 - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
In this episode, Evie sits down with her own therapist, Scott Ries, LISW. He shares insight on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, how to deal with intrusive thoughts, what to do about panic attacks, how to find the right therapist and more. If you've experienced anxiety, panic attacks, and/or struggled with deciphering between a "good thought" or a "bad thought," this episode is for you.
47 - Local Food System and Community
46 - How to Get Back on Track with Your Health Goals
What do you do when when you've fallen "off track" with your health goals? In this episode, Evie shares four tips for turning things around when you feel like you've abandoned your health habits. Using these tips can help you step out of the negative feedback loop of "starting - then - stopping" health habits. Because after all, it's about habits and not an all-or-nothing scenario.