Podcast
Wake Up, Kick Ass, Repeat
Hosted by Patti Waller · EN
Let's talk about it ALL... fitness, nutrition, changes going on inside and outside of the body, relationships, sex, mental awareness, and the fact you CAN and SHOULD be living a full life even if it throws you a curve ball. Training with a Purpose is not just about the gym life, it's about LIVING LIFE!
I want to open conversation, create a little chaos and provide insight into the world of health and wellness from MY perspective as a health coach and personal trainer. With over 25 years experience, I still don't have all the answers, I love to learn and I want to share it all with you.
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It's Time to Pivot
Apr 17, 202400:09:02Tap to summarizeIf it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you. Plain, simple and truthful. Keep training with your purpose for sport and life.
Transcribe →Fueling, Warmups, Cooldowns and The Eclipse
Apr 10, 202400:23:57Tap to summarizeNutrition is key pre and post workout. These tips will help you get the most of your energy stores. So now that you are fueled it's time to warmup for your training - what? You don't warmup - well let's change that today! I have some sport specific tips to get you started. Lastly, the cooldown and stretch - don't skip this part folks...it helps with recovery and the rebuilding of your muscles. It's the total package. All of this week's episode is brought to you by the ECLIPSE...I felt the earth's shift all weekend, but rallied to get shit done today just for you. I even had NASA LIVE running in the background - no glasses required. You can find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/pattilynn.waller/ or yourcoachpatti.com
Transcribe →What Is Mindful Drinking?
Apr 3, 202400:16:17Tap to summarizeAre you sober curious? Are you ready to try mindful drinking? Listen up on the 2 categories relating to alcohol consumption or lack there of I should say. I grew up in a generation where drinking was a right of passage. We started at 13 with beer, 18 with cocktails and the boat just kept sailing. Now we really know so much more about how alcohol affects our bodies and minds - so drinking has become a little less relevant in society. At least from what I observe with the NA (non-alcoholic) industry taking on a niche that did not exist 5 years ago. So see which lane you are in today? No judging, just putting it all out there.
Transcribe →Spring Reboot Challenge
Mar 27, 202400:10:32Tap to summarizeSpring is in the air and New Year's resolutions may be in the crapper, but fear not here's your REBOOT to get you back on track. Grab a friend or a group of friends. Do a little spring cleaning of your supplements, your pantry and fridge and even your wardrobe. Out with the old and in with the new. The Spring Reboot is a 7 day challenge, but I hope you will expand it week by week. Find the challenge on my website: https://www.yourcoachpatti.com/ Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/pattilynn.waller/ Like, follow and share!
Transcribe →A Celebration Plus Getting Mobile with this Joint
Mar 20, 202400:13:10Tap to summarizeHappy One Year Anniversary to me! This show has been a labor of love so that you can build your health plan for mind and body. Thanks for being a part of the journey. Now we are gearing up for Season 2 and I want to talk about the small and powerful ANKLE. It is foundational to balance, walking, running, climbing, jumping, hiking and more. There are 2 simple tests to check your range of motion (ROM). There are exercises to help strengthen and stretch the supporting muscle groups. It isn't sexy, but it is valuable to help keep your mobility in top shape. The 2 tests plus strength tips are on my website: https://www.yourcoachpatti.com/ Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/pattilynn.waller/
Transcribe →Get Your Posture Steaight
Mar 13, 202400:18:05Tap to summarizeAs we age our posture declines. As we continue to spend extensive time on phones, tablets, computers etc., we develop forward head. But we can shift the curve with exercises to strengthen the spine. This episode originally aired June 2023. And as a bonus the exercises are on my website Your Coach Patti.
Transcribe →Here's What's Hot in Health and Fitness
Mar 6, 202400:14:07Tap to summarizeThis week is a roulette of topics. Through social media and conversation, I find interesting subjects for what is trending in fitness and health. This week I touch on the Stanley Cup, Athleisure Clothing, Meal Delivery Services, Green Powders, Rucking and Rowing. DM with questions on comments via IG: https://www.instagram.com/pattilynn.waller/ Check out my website: https://www.yourcoachpatti.com/ If you are interested in one-to-one coaching, let's talk.
Transcribe →Ep 43 Every Breath You Take
Feb 28, 202400:10:22Tap to summarizeWhat is the one thing that we all could do a little more of and we seem to take for granted - BREATHING. Everyday we inhale and exhale to function - that is called Respiration. But truly focusing on breathing is different. Breathing is intentional. It is a way to calm the parasympathetic nervous system, slow down the heart rate, control anxiety, relax and bring awareness to your body. It is FREE THERAPY. Less than optimal breathing can contribute to chronic pain - especially in the back, shoulders and neck. Think about this - when you are standing do you try to suck in the stomach, well this is inhibiting your breathing rate. When you slouch over, you are inhibiting your breathing rate. So when your lungs aren't functioning at full capacity - your body is stressed. There are 7 to 8 ways to work on breath control - I chose this one because it's the easiest - Belly Breathing 101. Click here for step by step instructions: Follow me on IG DM me with comments on today's show. Keep training with a purpose for sport and life.
Transcribe →Choose Your Load - Resistance Bands vs Free Weights
Feb 21, 202400:16:47Tap to summarizeHow do we get stronger? By placing our muscles under load with tension/resistance. This can be done with free weights or resistance bands or BOTH. Free weights, weight machines, weight stacks with cables are all viable options that create strength. With progressive load training, we can increase muscle size and definition. We can also track the progress incrementally. Resistance bands also increase strength. We are able to work in different planes doing chopping, rotation, lateral movement, forward/reverse - all sport specific and daily living specific. Additionally there is affordability, versatility and compatibility with most types of exercises. Which is better? I think it's a toss up based on goals and training specificity. This show breaks it down to basics without science. But there is room for both - I will leave it for you to decide based on what you hear. Click here to link to my website: https://www.yourcoachpatti.com/post/resistance-band-recommendations You will find links to Amazon for equipment. Follow me on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/pattilynn.waller/ Feel free to share this episode with a friend - keep training with a purpose!
Transcribe →The pacemaker, the hospital and more - Interview with Chris Part 2
Feb 14, 202400:28:54Tap to summarizeWelcome back to part 2 of my interview with Chris Callas. Complications from any surgery are possible. Ten days after receiving his pacemaker, Chris ended up in the hospital for a wild ride. Hear first hand about his experience, about my coping skills and about his recovery. A special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, patient care techs and other staff who provided top notch care at SMH. Being an advocate/care giver is a full time gig, so ask questions, lean on others for help and find grace in not being able to do it all, but being grateful that you are doing your best.
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