Episode 17

Insights from theNutrition Coach Pharmacist: Mindful Muscle Interview with Amy K. Wilson

In this episode of the Mindful Muscle Podcast, hosts Gio and Jodi speak with Amy K. Wilson, a board-certified geriatric pharmacist, certified fitness professional, and nutrition coach with over 30 years of experience. Amy shares her journey of combining fitness and nutrition to help clients maintain their health and reverse diseases without relying on medications. Highlights include discussions on the importance of holistic health practices, the role of strength training, tackling diet myths, and practical tips for starting a health journey for those with pre-diabetes or diabetes. Discover how small steps can lead to significant health transformations and learn about the benefits of whole foods, fiber, and balanced nutrition.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Background

00:29 Exciting New App: PodBeat

01:29 Introducing Guest: Amy K. Wilson

02:40 Amy's Journey: From Fitness to Pharmacy

03:52 The Importance of Nutrition and Strength Training

05:38 Reversing Diseases Through Lifestyle Changes

07:38 Challenges and Mindset Shifts

09:53 The Role of Strength Training in Health

12:37 Emotional Connections to Food

14:30 The Impact of Nutrition on Overall Wellbeing

17:43 Personal Stories and Health Transformations

26:46 Training for the Future

27:17 Challenging the Skinny Ideal

27:52 Fueling Your Body Right

28:55 Strength for the Future

30:08 Evolution of Diet Culture

33:34 Reversing Diabetes: A Success Story

38:24 The Importance of Fiber

45:55 Gluten Sensitivity and Celiac Disease

48:00 Future Goals and Contact Information

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Gio Marin

Gio is a fitness enthusiast and dedicated weightlifter, passionately committed to a plant-based lifestyle. He challenges the norms of physical health and strength training with his rigorous six-day-a-week gym regimen. As a co-host of the Mindful Muscle Podcast, Gio explores and shares innovative fitness strategies, nutrition tips, and personal growth tactics aimed at enhancing physical well-being and athletic performance. His goal is to inspire others to achieve their fitness objectives through resilience and disciplined living.
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Jodi Dolo

Jodi is a dedicated advocate for healthy living, having conquered a health scare and losing about 90 pounds. She's committed to inspiring and helping others in reaching their goals. Recently certified as a nutritionist and personal trainer, Jodi aims to blend her passion for sustainable nutrition and weightlifting with a priority on mindset to foster enduring health transformations. Her down-to-earth approach and motivating journey form the core of her coaching philosophy, showcased on the Mindful Muscle Podcast, where she provides practical guidance on fitness, nutrition, and personal growth.