Episode 30 - Rachel

Former D1 athlete, now English teacher, soccer coach and fitness instructor, Taylor was doing it all at 100%, until her body told her to slow down. Listen in as Taylor talks about what signs and symptoms her body was giving her that eventually led her to pay attention and become more mindful. Taylor talks managing stress for herself and helping her young athletes and students also do the same.Instagram: tkheatherlyEmail: [email protected]

Claire is a super mama, yoga meditation instructor, functional nutritionist, life coach, co-founder of a meditation center and also leads yoga teacher trainings and retreats. For all those who teach yoga, listen in to hear Claire's advice on how she creates safe boundaries and the importance of a personal practice. Stay tuned for a 5-minute meditation you can do anytime.Instagram: Claire MarkWebsite: clairemarkyoga.comClasses: Yogaview.comMeditation: chillanywhere.comBook: Cooking with a Yogaview

Admire. That's the word that describes how I feel about Eric. In this interview, Eric shares the challenges of coming to a new country in his mid 30's, trying to find a job and community, and expressing himself as a gay man. Eric found fitness later in life and now teaches at serveral gyms in Chicago motivating people every single day with his contagious energy. Instagram: [email protected] Eric on the schedule at:Basecamp Fitness Chicago West Loop West Town CrossFitCoalition Strength & ConditioningWells Street CrossFit

In this 2nd interview with Shred415 Naperville owner and coach Stephanie Nash, we talk life transitions including menopause, empty nesting and how self-care is not selfish, but necessary. Steph opens up about her experience with anxiety and feelings of overwhelming fatigue. She offers tips on how to cope through hard days and offers suggestions for anyone struggling to take the time for themselves.Instagram nash.stephShred415Naperville1003 S. Washington Suite 101Naperville, IL 60540

Jeremy Walton is a mindful coach, personal trainer and yoga instructor with over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. He's developed an online business called the Walton Method, at the beginning of the pandemic, nonetheless . In this episode, Jeremy speaks to the challenges of starting an online business, advice for new and seasoned coaches and recommendations for people who want to live a healthy lifestyle. Keep listening for a guided meditation with Jeremy. Instagram [email protected]

This episode is full of motivation from following your dreams and leaving behind a corporate career, to dressing yourself to save time, feel good, and boost your confidence. Listen as long-time friend of mine Rachel Penca shares her story and passion for helping people look and feel good through fashion.Contact Rachel and mention this podcast. She's offering complimentary 30-minute consultations.Instagram: racheljstylingwww.racheljstyling.com

Feeling like the longer this quarantine goes, the less control you have over your life? You're not alone! Our panel members are back and help us assimilate what we do have control over and what we can do to gain control over our stress, our mindset, our health and our genes!Meet our experts:Jayme Flowers RN, MS, CNS, LDNwww.everydaywellnessnutrition.comInstagram @everydaywellnessnutritionMichael Ricchio MS, CSCS, Pn1www.marhealthandperformance.commike@marhealthandperformance.comInstagram @mar_health and @mike.ricchioscLeslie Slemmons LCSWwww.barbaraleslieslemmons.comInstagram @bleslieslemmons.comFB @bleslieslemmonstherapyNoor Shammas Instructional coach and adjunct professorInstagram @nzshammActionable tips from this podcast:-Focus on one of the pillars of sleep, stress, nutrition or activity and pick the one most attainable for yourself. Choose to tackle one of these first.-Research has shown that what you expose your genes to changes the way they are expressed. Eat clean!-Create a positive affirmation for yourself. Write it down and visualize it!-Have a gratitude practice and write down what you are grateful for even when things seem the most bleak.

In this episode Dr. Kim and Candace take us through the best supplements we need to be taking now to support our immune system. We talk sleep hygiene, essential oils and the top 5 essential steps to awesome energy. Mention you heard this episode on The Tattered Mat and receive 50% off a session (Naperville, IL residents only) or a complimentary consultation for residents outside of Naperville by emailing [email protected] their e-book 5 Essential steps to awesome energy at https://kimandcandace.comtragerhealing.comFB and Instagram find kimandcandace

In this episode panel members talk trauma during the pandemic. We explore, what is trauma and how to recognize it within specific age groups, including school aged children who are currently learning online. We talk how trauma manifests within the physical body and how to cope physically, mentally, emotionally and nutritionally to help create resilience in the face of the pandemic.Meet our experts:Jayme Flowers RN, MS, CNS, LDNwww.everydaywellnessnutrition.com. Instagram @everdaywellnessnutritionRyan Levonyak - owner/operator of MAR Health & Performance, Personal Trainerryan@marhealthandperformance.comwww.marhealthandperformance.comInstagram @ryanthomastraining and @mar_healthLeslie Slemmons LCSWwww.barbaraleslieslemmons.comInstagram @bleslieslemmons.comFB @bleslieslemmonstherapyNoor Shammas - Instructional coach and adjunct professorInstagram @nzshamm Actionable tips from this podcast:-Help your child identify what they are feeling at any given time. -Provide positive reinforcement at predictable times for school aged children learning online.-Redefine language in the way you check in and investigate if a child is not getting their needs met.-Adjust expectations due to different learning environment.-Be patient with any physical trauma, recovery and chronic pain.-When dealing with chronic pain arm yourself with a support system, ie. personal trainer, nutritionist, sports doctor, and get quality support with people that understand chronic pain.-Eat the rainbow with a diet full of fiber and antioxidant rich foods.-Increase fluids and get plenty of rest.Book referenced in the podcast "The Healing Self: A Revolutionary Plan for Wholeness in Mind, Body, and Spirit" by Dr. Deepak Chopra and Rudolph Tanzi

Here’s a quick 10-minute meditation to help you transition from what is was you were doing into the present moment.