Supreme Holistic Fitness

In today's episode, we will explore the profound world of self-care, delving into what self-care truly means, its significance for your overall well-being, and practical strategies to incorporate self-care into your daily life. We'll cover the mind and body including exercise and nutrition.

Learn all about:

• Self-Care Techniques
• Self-Care and Mental Health
• Nurturing Your Mind and Body

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Set Boundaries
• Solitude is good
• It's not only about exercise and nutrition

Self-Care is a holistic approach!

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Sometimes life gets so busy we don't have time to take care of our health. It does not have to be so. Join us as we delve into the art of finding balance, self-care, and creating a fulfilling life amidst the hustle and bustle of today's fast-paced world. Learn all about:

• Being practical and balanced
• Habits are key
• How to overcome a plateau

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Don't quit
• Don't fall for the myths
• It's not all or nothing

It has to be a priority!

Weight loss can sometimes be boring and no one likes boring. However, this can be the best approach because it leads to long-term results. Let me show you how. Learn all about:

• Why "boring is the best approach
• Why slow is better
• Why boring requires less mental energy

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Consistency is key
• Boring is sustainable
• Boring make things easy

Sticking to a simple structured "boring" routine is key!

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Did you fall off track this week? Trust me when I say you're not alone. Many people slip up when it comes to their health and fitness goals. However, the successful ones can bounce back. Listen up as I tell you how.

Learn all about:

• Why we fall
• Why a week is easy to work with
• Your week sets the tone for everything else

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Focus on progress, not perfection
• Always be kind to yourself
• Be practical and realistic with your goals

Planning your week is key to success!

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How's the journey going so far? Did you achieve a result in January or did you fall off the wagon like so many people? If you're not where you want to be then let's get you back on track.

Learn all about:

• Re-evaluating your goals
• Creating a plan for success
• Fixing the diet and workout

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Keep track of your progress
• Always be kind to yourself
• Be realistic with what you can do

Knowing your why will keep you going in the right direction.

Finish the year strong and start the new year with momentum. Even if you did not finish the year strong you can start the new year strong. Listen up as I tell you how.

Learn all about:

• How to make a plan
• Staying motivated
• Fixing the diet and workout

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Determine your specific goals
• Consistency is key
• Don't be too hard on yourself

Finish strong and start strong!

Should you wait until the holidays are over to get back on track or still work on your fitness through them? First of all, what does going off track look like? Listen as I talk about it.

Learn all about:

• What a healthy lifestyle looks like
• What's the first thing to go on your plate
• One thing you can do before the event

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Doing your homework is key
• You can still have fun
• Be smart on the day

The holidays were meant to be enjoyed!

Meal prepping for weight loss is an underrated skill and one that most people never get better with. Join me as I give you the 5 simple steps required to meal prep like a chef. 

Learn all about:

• How to store food
• The fun step of choosing foods
• How to save money

and...

Key Takeaways:

• It's a skill you get better with time
• Find a method that works for you
• You get to enjoy food and lose weight

Meal prep like a boss!

Anyone can lose weight. The goal is to maintain your new weight and keep it off. Listen in on a recent conversation I had with Kalifa David-Lewis a weight loss coach. She lost 135 lbs a few years ago and is still maintaining her weight. 

Learn all about:

• How to maintain weight loss
• Habits you need to develop for consistency
• What causes people to struggle

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Don't quit your journey
• You don't have to be perfect
• Be smart about it

Weight loss is simple!

Have you ever wondered how people achieve an amazing physique? The kind that turn heads when they're at the beach. Well wonder no more. Listen as I chat with Dexter Simon an IFBB Elite Pro athlete a personal trainer, physique transformation diet and nutrition expert. He's also the:

• #1 ranked - Masters physique  - Arnold's Europe -2017
• # 1 Masters Pro Men's physique in the world -ifbb Elite Pro (2018 & 2019 )
• # 1 - Trinidad and Tobago Senior Nationals - Men's Physique open class A

Learn all about:

• Why people struggle
• The number 1 question you need to answer
• How to fix your nutrition

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Don't rely on motivation
• It's not a destination but a journey
• You need to develop good habits

Invest in your health by making it a priority!

Listen as I chat with Dr. Colin Flaveny an expert in physiology, toxicology, pharmacology, cancer metabolism and immune oncology among other things. We talk about muscle and it's impact on the body. 

Learn all about:

• What is muscle and muscle regeneration
• Should you exercise when you're injured
• Building muscle and weight loss

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Building muscle should be part of your lifestyle
• Muscle improves your overall health
• It's not about having big bulky muscles

Make some time to have a muscle building lifestyle!

Listen as I chat with a 4 time Olympian. We talk about sport, education, fitness and it's impact on youth empowerment. Of course we talk about what it takes to perform in the highest arena. I'm talking about the Olympics! Especially what you need to level up in any area of life.

Learn all about:

• How to change negative situations into positive situations
• How you can stay motivated.
• Setting your goals and working your plan

and...

Key Takeaways:

• A foundation is key for whatever you want to achieve
• Education can open the doors for young people
• Overcome one hurdle at a time

Do better!

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If you're struggling to maintain consistency with exercise then listen up. Join me as I chat with Vernette Sylvester a personal trainer. She full of energy and loves what she does.

Learn all about:

• How to stay consistent with exercise.
• How you can stay motivated.
• How to change the way you look at fitness.

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Enjoy the journey.
• Don't get overwhelmed. 
• Losing weight is not the same for everyone.

It's all about having the right mindset. 

Find her here on IG here: @vfitnesshealth_

http://vfitnesshealth.com

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Let’s talk about body image and exercise. Join me as I chat with Abigail David a fitness trainer. She focuses on the relationship between a woman's body and exercise.

Learn all about:

• The issues women face when it comes to body image.
• What can they do to feel more secure in themselves.
• What the relationship is between a exercise and the body.

and...

Key Takeaways:

• You're more than what you see in the mirror.
• The number on the scale does not define you.
• Community and discipline is key!

Get around people who are on the same journey as you. 

Find her here https://www.instagram.com/abigail_david_holistic_health/

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Let’s talk about food, health and culture. Join me as I chat with Registered Dietitian Amber Alexis. She focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike.

Learn all about:

• How to enjoy cultural food!
• Ditching the diet.
• Give yourself access to food.

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Nutrition is more than just food.
• Food does not have to be on a pedestal.
• Don’t let food be a morality issue.

All foods are accessible!

Find her here https://www.instagram.com/theculturaldietitian/

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There are some people who work out every day because they enjoy it. But if you want to lose weight and you're a busy person you don't have too. It's all about the quality of your workout vs. quantity. Losing weight is an emotional process. It's filled with many ups and downs. Focus on the ups and don't resent the process to point where you give up.

Learn all about:

• How to maximize your workouts.
• The best cardio exercise for weight loss.
• The common food mistake people make.

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Focus on compound movements.
• Mind your diet (don't focus on perfection).
• Choose high intensity over longer workouts.

Work smarter not harder!

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Most people love eating food but there are some people who write about it. 

Today I'm talking with Franka Philip a food writer. She's is a Trinidadian journalist, former BBC producer, founder of Trini Good Media and writers of Caribbean Beat’s food column. Listen in as I chat with her and find out more

How'd you get into food writing and what's a food writer?

Learn all about:

• What a food writer does.
• What to do when you have certain food intolerances
• Foods that get you bloated

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Food brings people together
• Broaden your horizon and try foods from different cultures
• Food is versatile and you can experiment with making different dishes

Food is a big part of our lives!

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When you decide to commit to your health, and your spouse doesn't things can get awkward. There are two things you must do. First, be the best example you can be and don't force anyone to change.

Learn all about:

• Gradual change
• Progress not perfection
• Being verbally encouraging

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Your spouse might be insecure
• You were not always this healthy and fit
• It's about you not them

Communication is key!

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Eating healthy to lose weight can be challenging.

However, it is very achievable.

So let's talk about eating for weight loss and navigate around the noise. Let's dialing with nutrition and talk about the things that really matter on your weight loss journey. 

Today I'm talking with Jessica John a Nutrition Consultant, Food Security Specialist and Registered Dietician. She is the owner of Eat, Drink and Be Healthy, a Nutrition, Health and Fitness Consultancy. 

Learn all about:

• What a good balanced diet looks like 
• How you should eat to lose weight 
• How to keep it simple with eating

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Everyone's body is different 
• Your level of activity determines your energy level
• Your eating habits are important

You need to eat!

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Here’s how to stay healthy and fit during challenging times from 10 fitness experts. Stay on track or start your weight loss goals when things are not normal. It might be tough but not impossible.  

Here's what you'll learn:

Shea Kelly: Find Purpose  https://www.instagram.com/sheakelly684/ 

Mark: Two Important Components https://www.instagram.com/fitlife.mark/ 

Kate Huether, M.D. Schedule https://www.instagram.com/the_rekovery_md/ 

Alesha Anchundia: Progress https://www.instagram.com/curvyrunnergirl/ 

Jona Thann: Mindset https://www.instagram.com/_jona_thannn/ 

Xabier Osa: Goals https://www.instagram.com/xabiosa/ 

Mikhail Williams: Pray & Obey  https://www.instagram.com/mikphysique_tt/ 

Coach Cass: Energy  https://www.instagram.com/coachcassfit/ 

Kenya Gibson: Gratitude  https://www.instagram.com/coachkenya/ 

Rebecca Baerrd: Push  https://www.instagram.com/rebeccabaerrd/

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I've seen this happen more times than I care to count.

Two people start a fitness program at about the same time. They have about the same body type and goals. Neither one has a clear advantage over the other.

Yet one person gets dramatic results quickly, while the other continues to flounder and struggle.

What's the difference? What separates one from the other?

Simple: Its structure.

Learn all about:

• Taking the guesswork out of achieving your fitness goals.
  
• How to exercise so you're consistent
  
• A structured support system
  

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Get structure.
  
• You might have to work with a coach.
  

You can take the guesswork out of fitness. But you can’t do it without a structured plan!

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So your gym is closed or maybe it's open but you prefer to stay home. Either way, you're stuck at home.

If you need a reason to still be active then here are a few. You'll boost your immune system so you remain healthy and out of the hospital. You can work on accomplishing your fat loss goals while toning your arms and legs.

This is a solo episode where I show you how you can take action to get out of the rut of no activity.

Learn all about:

• A simple bodyweight workout you can do at home.
  
• Now is the perfect time to take care of your health.
  
• How exercise can be a fun family affair.
  

and...

Key Takeaways:

• Start today.
  
• Begin with the end in mind.
  
• You have many workout options you can do at home.
  

If you're confined to home enjoy it! When things are back to normal you'll have a renewed mindset.

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Let's dive deep into Covid 19 with someone who works directly with Covid 19 patients.

Dr. Thalia Casimire is a:

Pulmonary/ Critical Care and Sleep medicine specialist she’s skilled in intensive care procedures, critical care ultrasound, bronchoscopy and polysomnography interpretation.

You'll learn what all those words mean when you listen to the podcast.

Learn all about:

• What a Pulmonary and Critical Care Sleep Specialist does.
• The role they play in response to covid 19
• Who might be most susceptible and why are some people recovering while others get sick and die.

and...

Key Takeaways:

• The best things we can do to control and prevent the spread of covid 19.
• Many people recover.
• Strengthen your immune system.

Don't get pandemic fatigued but do what's necessary to reduce the spread of the virus.

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Today I talk with Dr. Jamila Belgrave about health and beating the covid 19 virus during these challenging times. Dr. Belgrave is a family physician based in Trinidad and Tobago. She attended Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia where she obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 2003. In 2009, Dr. Belgrave graduated from St Georges University in Grenada where she obtained her Medical Degree.

Learn all about:

• How the different Covid 19 vaccines work
  
• Why you need to check your blood
  
• What you can do to stay healthy during the pandemic
  

Key takeaways:

• Get a medical check-up done if you want to exercise
  
• How to stay healthy during a pandemic
  
• It's important to change to a healthy lifestyle
  

Be safe and healthy during these times!

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You may have gym anxiety when you join a gym for the first time or change where you workout. The thought of an upcoming gym session or group workout session could cause you to feel nervous or afraid. No one expects you to master everything all at once. Instead, focus on what you can do and learn other stuff along the way to reduce your gym anxiety.

Learn all about:

• Self Confidence
  
• Realistic thoughts you need to have
  
• Realistic goals
  

Key takeaways:

• Talk to your gym instructor
  
• You are your own worst critic
  
• Master one exercise/equipment at a time
  

Banish gym anxiety for good!

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When people struggle to develop a consistent workout or gym routine they’re told to push through or make it happen. But this type of motivation and willpower fails. Pushing through at times can be so exhausting. Your success will be tied to what you do daily instead of what you do occasionally or feel like doing. If you depend on motivation to take action you won't get very far.

Learn all about:

• Precommitment
• Reducing Barriers To Training
• S.M.A.R.T. Goals
  

Key takeaways:

• Learn to Rephrase Your Excuses
• Become Solution Oriented
• Don't Press Snooze

Consistency can be achieved!

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Let's face it. In life we get bored. Even with things we like doing. That's we're a routine you've developed or the right mindset can help you to keep going. When it comes to fitness the more disciplined you are the more disciplined you become. What I mean is that you build up a consistency that’s second to none.

This flows over into your eating habits. You better so you recover faster, have more energy and don’t feel so tired all the time.

Learn all about:

• How fitness will help you in every area of your life
  
• Keeping it fresh
  
• Taking the music out

Key takeaways:

• Fitness will help you in every area of your life
  
• Your discipline and consistency will flow into other areas
  
• Being ready is a key factor
  

Remember it's a journey not a destination!

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Use the New Year to give yourself the start you need to achieve your fitness goals. But that’s it. Let it just be the start and then focus on your why and the daily actions that will get you there. Don’t believe all the hype of New Year's resolutions. Instead, focus on your why and taking action.

Learn all about:

• Breaking your goals down into four weeks
• Focusing on what you can control
• Doing what works for you

Key takeaways:

• Find your why
• A healthy lifestyle does not have a finish line
• Past failures do not determine your future

Don’t let bad memories and experiences of the past derail this new year. Take this opportunity to challenge yourself and have your best year ever!

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It’s challenging to make time for fitness during the holiday season.

In fact, some people throw caution to the wind and say they’ll start next year.

It's very easy to overindulge in holiday goodies and neglect your fitness goals. Tis the season for giving and being Merry. By the time the new year rolls around, many of us feel bloated and out of shape.

Learn all about:

• Finding creative ways to be active
  
• Setting goals and simple ways to check progress
  
• Changing your mindset
  

Key Takeaways:

• Don't wait till next year
  
• Stay hydrated and eat sensibly
  
• 15 minutes is better than zero minutes
  

Don't forget to enjoy yourself!

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On This Episode I talk about doing a few things well.

Whether you're a beginner being paralyzed about which workout and diet to start or you're an intermediate deciding upon which workout routine to implement is challenging.

There's just to much information out here which leads to information overload.

Learn all about:

• The dangers of overload
• Which workout is your best workout
• How to get unstuck

Key Takeaways:

• Repetition is key
• Keep it simple
• Watch your thinking

Play to your strengths and do a few things very well!

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Episode Notes:

Vernon Kelly is a Chicago native, sports analyst and fitness enthusiast who's found his rhythm. He doesn't skip a beat and keeps going even when it's not convenient. Listen in as I talk to him about how he found it and how you can as well. 

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Episode Notes:

Desarae holds an Acupressure & Reflexology certification from the Advanced Therapy Institute of Touch in Colorado Springs—offering foot, hand, scalp, auricular (ear), and spinal reflexology along with advanced bodywork and color light therapy.

She is a cognitive/behavioral specialist with A Cognitive Connection, working primarily with children and adults who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. She is a neurofeedback trainer utilizing the NeurOptimal® brain training system—an advanced neuro-technology that offers training to the brain, enabling it to function at its best.

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Episode Notes:

Coach Cailah (Cailah Brock) is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Health Coach (HC) and Personal Trainer (CPT) with over 14 years’ experience in the fitness and athletic performance industries.  She has a bachelor's and master’s degree in the Coaching Education, exercise Physiology and Fitness Management. She's helped hundreds of clients lose thousands of pounds and eliminate dozens of medications. She travels across North America speaking on Health, Nutrition and Fitness.

Coach Cailah is a competitive powerlifter (63kg) and bikini athlete.

Her style is unconventional and the very reason her average client loses 16lbs in their first 12 weeks with me.

She'll help you to build muscle, burn fat and Design Your Body!

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This week’s podcast is going to be a question and answer session. Every week I usually get questions via email or social media messages. My goal is to answer three questions that pop up all the time. They are:

1. It’s healthy to eat expensive what can I do?
2. I don't have time to exercise what do I do?
3. How to lose weight and tone?

So these are three questions that have been popping up in my inbox time and time again. So I thought it would be a good idea to answer them in more detail.

You deserve a better life!

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Episode Notes:

Bo Skitsko is a business owner and author. His business Bo-Fit offers Personal Training, Small Group Training, Fitness Boot Camps and Corporate Team Building Events for all Fitness Levels. He has a passion for mental and physical strength and helping his clients live their best lives. What started as a personal quest to change his body, mindset, and confidence quickly turned into a full-time career as a fitness professional and later business owner. I can truly say that I get to do what I love every single day, and that is changing lives for a living.

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Episode Notes:

Nikyta Moreno has always had a love for movement and how one can move and express and release their thoughts and feelings through movement. She attended Performing Arts Conservatories and then moved on to a professional dance career in the UK & USA. Alongside dancing professionally,  she's certified in Pilates and Yoga. Currently, she's training in two different movement methods and dancing at the same time. All of which help people feel stronger, lighter, and more flexible.

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Episode Notes:

Alesha is the founder of Curvy Runner Girl a community and movement dedicated to encouraging and empowering ambitious plus-size curvy women and others to live their best and active life. She’s also a plus sized half-marathon runner who is passionate about body positivity, self-care and of course running.

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Episode Notes:

Shakir London is a Psychotherapist and the Chief Consultant at Pathway Consultancy Services Ltd and has been for the past seven years. Mr. London graduated with high honors with a  Bachelor's Degree in Education and Master's Degree in Forensic Counselling. As a therapist and professional speaker, Shakir has had the opportunity to mentor and intervene in the lives of hundreds of at-risk youth and children throughout Trinidad and Tobago. He had a God-given passion for changing lives and believes that everyone has the capacity for change.

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Nashay Clemetson MD is a board-certified dermatologist, diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and fellow in the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Clemetson is the owner and medical director of 3Sixty Dermatology, a medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology practice serving adults and children in South Florida. She is passionate about addressing underserved issues in dermatology, especially in the areas of ethnic skin/skin of color and hair loss. She completed dermatology residency and a clinical/research fellowship in Ethnic Skin at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. 

This is my story on how I got started as a personal trainer. Listen as I talk about my journey and share a little about my childhood and the not so straight path I took to getting there. You'll even hear about what cartoon inspired me towards eating greens. Can you guess which one? 

What I do hope is that I can inspire and help you transform your life using a changed mindset, good nutrition and effective exercise.

In future episodes you can listen to me and or special guest who are experts in their field as we provide you with the information you need to achieve your ideal body.

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