Get Minted: Your Body & Mind at Its Best: Recent Episodes

Mint Condition Fitness

Empowering men and women 45+ to take control of their fitness and fully enjoy their lives

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • What is holistic living?
  • What is the benefit of eating holistically?
  • What to look for on food labels
  • How to make eating health foods taste good
  • How to choose a good multivitamin

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • Which foods will leaving you feeling at your best
  • Warning signs that you might have a “leaky gut”
  • How to best shop at the grocery store
  • How to upgrade you water for better health
  • Is dairy good or bad for you?
  • How does diet and exercise work together for better health?

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

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Need help with your diet? Check out Stephanie's website:

https://www.gotyourhealthgotitall.com/

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • How to get started in running
  • The correct running technique to avoid hurting yourself
  • How to train for running (it's not just about running more!)
  • What shoes are best for runners
  • How to prepare for running your first race

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

NOTESJust remember, if you are trying to get into running, you have to find a way to make running enjoyable! Find a group, listen to music, find a beautiful environment to be in. 

Also, know that running can feel hard and that is okay. It's the accomplishment you feel when you are done that makes it worthwhile!

To help support your running, here are some recommended training apps:

  • Couch to 5K: Great for beginners wanting to start from scratch
  • RunKeeper: Offers custom plans (premium) and can track runs
  • Nike+ Run Club:  Free to Apple watch users. Has custom plans and coaching
  • Runtastic: For experienced runners, tracks runs and provides training plans (premium)
  • RunwithHal:  Created with famous running coach, Hal Higdon. Custom training plans based on your experience. Plans from 10k to marathon.

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • What to do when you find yourself in a potentially dangerous altercation
  • Learn what situational awareness is, what it is not, and how to sue it to your advantage
  • Find out why a physical altercation should always be your last resort
  • Is pepper spray or pepper gel better

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

NOTESTo learn more visit: www.defense-ability.com

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • How we use neuroscience to help our clients get better results
  • What the Z-health system is and why we use it
  • How the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems impact movement, pain, and strength (and what to do about it)
  • Real world advice that can help you start moving and feeling better today!

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

NOTES

Z-Health Homepage: https://zhealtheducation.com/

Z-Health Essentials Course: https://zhealtheducation.com/product/essentials-of-elite-performance/

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • What 90% of people do wrong in their golf swing
  • How poor posture & flexibility are hurting your game
  • What to do on the course to lower your score
  • Which clubs are most important to get fitted
  • How to increase club head speed and hit the ball further

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

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For more information about Don or to book lessons, visit:

www.donleonegolf.com

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • How the Boy's and Girl's Club of Silicon Valley helps underprivileged youth
  • The current state of child fitness in the silicon valley (and country as a whole)
  • The impact that fitness can have on a child's development
  • How we can better help support kids in need

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

NOTES:

www.bgclub.org

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • How to improve posture and alignment
  • The difference between "good pain" and "bad pain"
  • What to do when you get injured to recover as quickly as possible
  • How to keep you body active for life

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

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Check out more from Dr. Brant Pedersen here:

https://www.positivemotionhealth.com/
https://www.positivemotionhealth.com/doc-s-blog/
https://www.youtube.com/user/PositiveMotionChiro

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • The 2 words that are holding you back
  • How to rethink goal setting and what it means to be successful
  • Tips for getting and staying motivated

For more information, visit us at www.mintfit.com

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Recommended Books:

  • The Power of Now
  • Change Anything
  • Changing for Good

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • How a top level chef makes meals both delicious and nutritious
  • Your best sources for ingredients to make your meals "pop" with flavor
  • Best food substitutes if you are going gluten, dairy, or sugar-free

For more information, visit llchefservices.com

Hosted by Mint Condition Fitness: www.mintfit.com

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Recipe #1: Bounty of the Farmer's Market Salad

Recipe #2: Signature Salad Dressing

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In this episode, you will learn:

  • Who our coaches are and what inspired them to become a fitness coach
  • What makes a Mint coach different than your average personal trainer
  • What barriers to success are common for clients & how to overcome them

For more information, visit us at www.mintfit.com

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In this episode, you will learn: 

  • What inspired the founder of Mint Condition Fitness to get started
  • The unique approach Mint takes to get clients results
  • How Mint's core values can help enhance all areas of your life

For more information, visit us at www.mintfit.com