YMCA Mind-Body Medicine: Recent Episodes
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We are thrilled that you are here! At the Y, we strongly believe health encompasses spirit, mind, and body. We are excited to bring you a rich variety of podcasts to nurture your mind and spirit.
Please enjoy each of these podcasts provided by the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region’s very own Association Director of Healthy Living and Corporate Relations, Jordan Ciambrone and Director of Health Promotion, Bethany Kelsey.
Sleep ... Many times we do not get enough of it. Join Jordan and Bethany for a fun discussion about the importance of sleep, a few tips and a relaxation exercise!
Relaxing Breath (4-7-8)
Progressive Relaxation
https://www.sleepassociation.org
https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/sleep-hygiene-handout.pdf
Jordan and Bethany chat through the importance of social connection and relationship. Per the American College of Lifestyle Medicine: “Social connections and relationships affect our physical, mental and emotional health. Research shows that the single most important predictor of human happiness and long life is having strong social connections. Health-related measures like blood pressure and heart rate improve even with short positive social interactions.”
For more information check out these resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/inside-out/201308/relationship-red-flags-what-look-early
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-flux/201407/10-relationship-red-flags
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/relationships-21st-century-forgotten-foundation-mental-health-and-wellbeing
https://www.thearkgroup.org/blog/unconditional-love
Ready to get moving? Bethany and Jordan are back with guidance on physical activity. No matter if you are a seasoned exerciser or brand new to physical activity, you are guaranteed to learn something new. Of course, Bethany sings :-)
https://www.acsm.org/read-research/trending-topics-resource-pages/physical-activity-guidelines
https://ppymca.org/programs/health-fitness/burnalong
https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/exercise-library/
Have you ever wondered how to make real and lasting changes to your nutrition? Wonder no more! Jordan and Bethany share their secret sauce for successful nutrition changes. Please contact them at jciambrone@ppymca.org and bkelsey@ppymca.org with any questions.
https://www.precisionnutrition.com/what-should-i-eat-infographic
https://www.precisionnutrition.com/calorie-control-guide-infographic
https://ppymca.org/docs/default-source/ppymca-files/corporate-wellness/performance-meal.pdf
Jordan and Bethany are opening 2021 with a quick introduction to Lifestyle Medicine. Make sure to reach out to them with your topic requests and questions at jciambrone@ppymca.org and bkelsey@ppymca.org. What health tenet do you want to tackle first - healthful eating, physical activity, managing stress, avoiding risky substances, sleep or relationships?
When COVID began in March, we all thought “In 2 weeks, everything will be back to normal.” Two weeks turned into 4 weeks, 4 weeks turned into 4 months, and here we are 9 months later. So, has the time come for us to accept this - whatever this is - and begin to live - even thrive - in our new world? Join Jordan and Bethany for a real and raw discussion on acceptance.
Jordan and Bethany are back! Join them for bunches of laughter (Bethany even sings) and a couple practical tips for navigating the holidays. Enjoy!
Jordan and Bethany are back! Here is our 1st try at the Holiday Fun, with blips and all. Just trying to practice what we preach :-)
Fear takes on all shapes and sizes. Join Jordan and Bethany for a look at fear in today's world, practical guidance for managing fear, and of course, lots of laughs along the way.
The Physiology of Fear
Jordan and I love to hear people's stories and thoughts. In this podcast, we further investigate the topic of grace with a local ambassador of grace. He shares with us how grace weaves through his daily life and ultimately, through each of our lives.
Jordan and I are excited to share with you our interview with a local human resources expert! She shares with us her insights into grace on a personal level, on a corporate level, and in relationship to COVID-19.
In a time when anxiety, depression, frustration, and other unpleasant emotions are prevalent, Jordan and Bethany share their secret to staying positive and full of smiles :-)
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/gratitude
Email Jordan at jciambrone@ppymca.org or Bethany at bkelsey@ppymca.org for more information on health coaching! Schedule your first free, 30 minute session here: Free Coaching!
Welcome to the Mind-Body Medicine podcast! Jordan and I are back, and we are extremely excited to introduce our friend Stephanie Miezin. Stephanie is a Sports Dietitian at the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee helping fuel Team USA. She joins us to discuss stress eating, mind-body connection with food, and eating during COVID.
Resources from the Podcast
Ask Bethany and Jordan Questions: Connect
Learn More about Mindful Eating: #mindfuleating
In Episode #3, we discuss the importance of routines and how routines (or lack thereof) impacts your health. All referenced links, and a few extra, are below.
Routines:
Health benefits of having a routine
Why routines are good for your health
Home office mental space routines
Decision Fatigue:
Decision Fatigue Exhausts Self-Regulatory Resources
How to identify when you're experiencing decision fatigue
Scope of Practice:
Role and scope of practice for the personal trainer
Nutrition scope of practice what you can do as a personal trainer
Until next time,
Bethany and Jordan
Welcome back! We wanted to take a little time and share with you our definition of Mind Body Medicine.
We reference a couple links during our chat, and here they are -
Ask a Question/Submit a Prayer Request
Resource Library
Herbert Benson: The Relaxation Response
Welcome & Hello,
We are so excited to meet you! We are Jordan and Bethany, the dynamic duo from the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region.
As promised, you are welcome to learn more about our professional lives here: Meet Our Team
We look forward to journeying with you!
Jordan and Bethany