Healthy AF

Health & Fitness
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MENTAL HEALTH
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WELLNESS
health and wellness journey

Trying to get healthy and stay healthy is f-ing hard! Everybody struggles with some aspect of it, no matter what they look like or what they tell you. There is no magic formula - a healthy lifestyle is a choice we need to make daily. This podcast is here to support, inform and entertain you on your journey toward health.

From Amy: I started my professional life in 1995 as a Registered Nurse with an Associate’s degree in Nursing. I loved my time at the bedside taking care of, educating, providing dignity, and comforting patients and their families. In 1999, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my bachelor’s degree from the University of Rochester (NY), and in 2002 finished my Master of Science in Nursing degree, becoming a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner. Later that year I was honored to pass my board exam and be a national board-certified Adult, Acute Care, Critical Care Advanced Practice Nurse.

Meanwhile, in my personal life, I became a mom in March of 2001 (Maggie), October of 2002 (Max), and again in November of 2004 (Molly)! It was a busy time and I chose to leave my nursing career for the moment and take on being a full-time Mom. In addition to being with the children, I found two passions: CrossFit, when I became an athlete, trainer, and eventually gym owner, and Hickory Day School, where I was president of the board and volunteer.

As the children grew and my life shifted, I looked to reignite my professional life. I never let go of the nurse in me and now I had a new love for training people at CrossFit as well. I knew I loved both roles for the same reason — I got to educate and inspire people to take control of their health, have more confidence and self-efficacy, and thrive in their lives!

I just wasn’t sure the best way for me to make this a career…

Then BOOM! The perfect email at the perfect time perfectly intersected my passions. I opened an email from Duke Integrative Medicine offering the Health and Wellness Coaching program and I was lit!! Health coaching was my next big chapter. I attended the Foundation and Certification program offered at Duke over the next year (2019-2020) and Healthy Living Coaching was born!

Since then I have worked with people to create inspired health for lit up living! It has been a calling for me and a privilege to walk alongside people as they take responsibility and power in areas of their health that have been lagging behind. Together, we go from defeated, anxious and out of control of their health to in control, “lighter” (in both ways!) and finding everyday joy.

Wellness & Education with Maggie Tremols

Host Fran Paradine, welcomes Maggie Tremols to the first episode of Creating Wellness. Maggie is an Educational Consultant, Reading Specialist, Homeschool Educator at BOTI Academy.

Discussed in this episode: Brain Inflamed by Kenneth Bock, MD

This episode of Creating Wellness is sponsored by Incredible Edibles in Hickory, NC

Fran Paradine, co-owner of Incredible Edibles in Hickory NC, lacrosse official, retired therapist (who still has the skills), girls lacrosse coach, wife of a college coach, and mother of three pretty cool kids talks with the amazing women in our community who foster and support all kinds of well-being.

From Maggie Tremols: I am a mother, educator, wellness guru, and unshakable optimist dedicated not only to helping students from pre-k through college maximize their educational experience, but also to helping homeschool families craft and implement a curriculum that ensures both the academic excellence needed at the collegiate level and the tools necessary to equip students with the executive functioning skills, life-skills, health & wellness habits, and passion for learning that are crucial to becoming successful contributing members of society.

Through in-person and virtual one-to-one coaching sessions, tutoring, small group workshops, and full-time homeschooling, I have dedicated the last twenty-two years to the development of the whole student by meeting each student and family ‘where they are’ in order to help them set goals and implement practices that cultivate independent thought, work-play balance, physical and mental well-being, and the academic excellence needed to reach their true potential!

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Women Supporting Women with Michelle Morgan, Women's Resource Center

Join Creating Wellness host Fran Paradine as she speaks with Michelle Morgan, Director of Women's Resource Center in Hickory, NC about the importance of community, connection, and women supporting women on our overall well-being.

This episode of Creating Wellness is sponsored by Incredible Edibles in Hickory, NC

About the WRC: What began as a dream for three local women in 1986 has flourished into a decades-long commitment to women and families in the Unifour area. (Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties).

Women’s Resource Center was established to promote the overall well-being of women by focusing on their intellectual, psychological, spiritual and physical health. We received our 501c3 designation in 1987 and began our journey of empowering women to live their best lives.

Our dedication to improving the overall quality of women's lives remains as strong today as it did back when we began. Our support groups, programs and services continue to evolve and expand, responding to the diverse needs of our community.

We provide a warm, welcoming space for women who do not know where to turn for guidance in their time of need. We are a safe space to ask questions, have someone listen to your story without judgement, and receive the information and tools needed to strengthen your life. We also offer life enriching workshops and events for women regardless of their station in life. Bottom line, we are here for ALL women!

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Optimizing Vitality and Longevity with Dr. Elizabeth Beadle

Join Creating Wellness host Fran Paradine as she discusses with Dr. Elizabeth Beadle about her methods of optimizing vitality and longevity.

This is episode is sponsored by Incredible Edibles in Hickory, NC.

Since 1994, Dr. Elizabeth Beadle has practiced both chiropractic and acupuncture. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario and then earned her Master's degree in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition from Columbia University in New York City. She pursued her Chiropractic degree from National College of Chiropractic (NCC) in Chicago. While in Chiropractic college, she was the Physiology Fellow for 3 years and she also earned "Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities" award. After graduating from Chiropractic college, Dr. Beadle was an Instructor at NCC, teaching Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physiology for several years. She then continued her education and received her Diplomate in Acupuncture (NCCAOM) and Fellowship from International Academy of Medical Acupuncture (FIAMA). She also practiced chiropractic at the American Holistic Center, and interned with renowned orthopedists in Chicago. Dr. Beadle opened her own practice, Healing for Life, Chiropractic and Acupuncture, in Hickory in 1999.

"Healing for Life" has enjoyed being voted "Best"or "Finest" Chiropractor in Catawba County in 2007, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018, and 2019. We really appreciate the trust and recognition from the Hickory area.

Dr. Beadle is a unique chiropractor in the area. She is one of the few doctors who has her Masters degree and Acupuncture Diplomate (NCCAOM & FIAMA). She is also certified as a Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), ACSM Team Physician, Cox Flexion Distraction Technique, and Mally Carpal Tunnel Technique. This training has given her the knowledge and ability to thoroughly evaluate and treat a variety of conditions conservatively.

Dr. Beadle is an avid and competitive athlete. She was ranked as second top female in-line skate racer and top 50 women athletes in Chicagoland. She skated for Chicago's North American champion women's in-line hockey team and then the Charlotte Lady Checkers ice hockey team. Currently, Dr Beadle ski races in the Sugar Mountain adult race league and the Crescent Ski Council and has been ranked fastest or second fastest female ski racer since 2006. She is also an avid horseback rider and cyclist.

Dr. Beadle is very active in the community. She has served on the Board of Directors for the YMCA, The Boys and Girls Club, and the PTA of Hickory Day school and Hickory High School.

Dr. Elizabeth Beadle wants you to know that she cares about you and the health of your family. She and her staff are committed to creating an office that is warm and caring as well as up to date on the latest health care issues. Dr. Beadle would welcome the opportunity to be your health care provider, giving you and your family the most effective and gentle health care services available.

Dr. Beadle would like to welcome you to her facility and looks forward to providing this community with quality chiropractic and acupuncture and revolutionary Pulse Electro Magnetic Field (PEMF), nutrition, rehab, and Biohacking that are geared towards Optimizing Vitality and Longevity.

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Words and The Meaning We Attach To Them with Kathy Godfrey and Rae Jenkins

In this episode of Creating Wellness, host Fran Paradine sits down with mother/daughter duo Kathy Godfrey and Rae Jenkins to discuss the power of words, writing, and story-telling. The conversation includes ways in which words, and the meaning we attach to them, have the ability to heal and foster growth.

Kathy and Rae are the founders of Native South Writers Workshop (coming to Hickory in August 2022) and Bright Ideas Greetings.

Direct Kathy Godfrey kwhitegodfrey@gmail.com Rae Jenkins rjenkins4414@outlook.com

This episode is sponsored by Incredible Edibles in Hickory, NC

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Financial Wellness with Kelle Huffman, Southeast Retirement Planners

In this episode of Creating Wellness, Host Fran Paradine welcomes Kelle Huffman, Director of Client Services at Southeast Retirement Planners. Fran and Kelle discuss the ways in which having a financial plan is important to overall wellness. Kelle has some helpful ideas on how to create a financial plan on any income and talks about the mental health benefits of feeling in control of your money.

This episode is sponsored by Incredible Edibles in Hickory, NC.

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Changing Lives Through Health with Amy Chang

In this episode of Creating Wellness, host Fran Paradine welcomes Amy Chang, Health Coach. Amy is passionate about helping people to change their lives through health. Amy brings invaluable knowledge to this type of coaching, pulling from her experience as an ICU nurse, Crossfit trainer, and mother of three, she has created a practice that truly helps individuals move towards health and wellness.

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Health and Entrepreneurship with Carrie Robitzer, Burn Boot Camp

In this episode, host Fran Paradine welcomes Carrie Robitzer owner of Burn Boot Camp in Hickory, NC and Asheville, NC to discuss health and entrepreneurship. In addition to owning and operating these two high-energy fitness businesses, she manages to keep up with the active lives of her three children. Carrie lives in Mooresville but has strong roots in Hickory where both she and her husband, Scott, attended college at Lenoir-Rhyne University.

This episode is sponsored by Incredible Edibles in Hickory, NC.

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Active Lifestyles and Supportive Communities with Taylor Keyes, TK Training

Host Fran Paradine welcomes Taylor Keyes of TK Training to this episode of Creating Wellness. Taylor is a certified personal trainer, certified nutrition coach, and CrossFit Coach, and owner of her own mobile and online training business, TK TRAINING. Taylor holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Lenoir-Rhyne University and accreditations through the American College of Sports Medicine, among others. She has over 8 years of experience in her field from orthopedic and hospital settings to a variety of fitness and CrossFit classes. Taylor pulls from her experience to give her clients a customized program and educates them on how to live a quality life. She believes the quality of life starts with an active lifestyle and supportive communities.

Get in touch with Taylor Keyes by calling/texting her cell at (828) 851-0802, by Email at tktraining828@gmail.com, on Instagram, or at Crossfit Hickory.

This episode is sponsored by Incredible Edibles, Hickory, NC!

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Healthy AF

Join Amy and Fran, both Health Coaches, as they talk about their own struggles, interview super-cool “experts”, and discuss all topics related to health.

Fran Paradine, LCSW, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach partners with women and men to overcome the mental and emotional roadblocks that stop them from reaching their optimal health. After spending 20 years in the mental health field and 10 years as a small business owner, Fran knows how difficult it can be to create lasting changes.

She has counseled hundreds of individuals, mentored many more, and has created a podcast focused on the multi-faceted world of wellness called Creating Wellness. In addition to her work with individuals, she has operated a small business in her community, thus living the balancing act of work, family and health.

Fran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a Certification in Integrative Nutrition Health Coaching.

Outside of her passion for Health Coaching, Fran loves to spend time with her family, particularly in the outdoors. She is deeply involved with the sport of lacrosse and is always up for a workout or trail run. Fran believes in the power of compassion and community, and knows that true change can only take place within a trusting relationship.

Amy Chang, MS, RN, NBC-HWC Hey there! I am thrilled to share a little about me so you can get a sense of the passion and dedication that is present at Healthy Living Coaching.

From Amy...I started my professional life in 1995 as a Registered Nurse with an Associate’s degree in Nursing. I loved my time at the bedside taking care of, educating, providing dignity, and comforting patients and their families. In 1999, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my bachelor’s degree from University of Rochester (NY), and in 2002 finished my Master of Science in Nursing degree, becoming a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner. Later that year I was honored to pass my board exam and be a national board certified Adult, Acute Care, Critical Care Advanced Practice Nurse.

I just wasn’t sure the best way for me to make this a career…

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Welcome to Healthy AF

In this first-ever Healthy AF podcast, Fran and Amy introduce themselves and talk about their goals for this podcast. As you will learn, both Fran and Amy are health coaches, both are incredibly passionate about their work, and each comes to this work with a different perspective. Despite the fact that they might not always agree (health is complicated and individualized), you will no doubt be educated and entertained by their discussion.

Join Amy and Fran, both Health Coaches, as they talk about their own struggles, interview super-cool “experts”, and discuss all topics related to health.

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