By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. | Contributor at Rodrigosaffiliates
With the arrival of January, it’s an excellent opportunity to concentrate on Mind-Body Wellness and explore strategies for enhancing your overall health and resilience against stressors. One effective way to gain inspiration is by tuning into a variety of wellness podcasts that suit your schedule—you can listen during your commute, while exercising, or during any downtime. Below are some noteworthy recommendations.
“Another Mother Runner”
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
If you’ve ever contemplated starting a running journey but need a nudge, Another Mother Runner may be just what you need. Founded and hosted by Sarah Shea and Dimity McDowell, both seasoned marathon runners and moms, this podcast covers a wide range of running-related topics. Recent discussions delve into staying healthy and injury-free leading up to a race, optimal nutrition for peak performance, strategies for boosting your endurance and managing discomfort, as well as developing the mental resilience necessary to achieve your goals.
“Strong Moms Fitness Podcast”
(Available on: Apple, Podtail, Spotify)
Whereas Another Mother Runner caters to mothers across various life stages, the Strong Moms Fitness Podcast focuses specifically on expectant and new mothers. This podcast, created by Daisy Bravo, a certified pre-and post-natal exercise specialist, aims to help women maintain their fitness before and after childbirth. Through insightful conversations with other specialists, Daisy explores key topics including suitable diet and exercise plans, essential vitamins and supplements for health, and strategies for achieving restful sleep in the midst of motherhood.
“The Fit Parent”
(Available on: Apple, Podbean, Spotify)
The Fit Parent Podcast addresses the fitness challenges faced by middle-aged parents balancing their health with life’s competing demands. Created and hosted by Tyler Pourteau, a renowned fitness coach and certified personal trainer, this podcast tackles important questions regarding goal-setting for fitness, integrating physical activity into daily routines despite desk jobs, maintaining nutritious eating habits while dining out, and understanding how intermittent fasting can enhance metabolic function.
“The Wellness Mama”
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
In contrast to the earlier podcasts, The Wellness Mama Podcast emphasizes the holistic well-being of parents, particularly mothers. Hosted by Katie Wells, a certified health coach, mother of six, and author, this podcast offers insights into emotional wellness. Through interviews with specialists, Katie addresses vital issues such as nurturing a positive mindset in challenging times and overcoming perfectionism and self-doubt.
HERSelf
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
Similar to The Wellness Mama, HERSelf focuses on ways parents can alleviate stress and improve their emotional health. Created by Abby Green and Amy Kiefer—both moms who transitioned from careers in sales and nursing, respectively—this podcast shares their life lessons with fellow mothers. Recent discussions cover topics like the significance of communicating needs, nurturing healthy partnerships, and finding balance in loving your children while retaining your individuality.
The SelfWork Podcast
(Available on: Apple, Audible, Spotify)
Dr. Margaret Robinson Rutherford, a clinical psychologist with over three decades of experience, draws from her rich background in her podcast, The SelfWork Podcast. Recent episodes delve into themes such as emotional self-regulation, self-acceptance, fostering close friendships for emotional well-being, and the importance of recognizing and prioritizing one’s own needs over others’.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Tanni Haas, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Sciences, and Disorders at City University of New York – Brooklyn College.
