Doris Lance is an avid hiker and wildflower photographer who happens to be over the age of 70. She’s also the author of the book Botanical Reflections––a book to “Explore feelings, reduce anxiety, and reconcile emotional conflicts” all through time spent journaling with wildflowers. Doris presents a unique message on health, fitness, and aging. I think you’ll appreciate her message to slow down and take things in, not because of age, but because of the wisdom that comes from experience. Currently Doris is an Emeritus instructor at Cuesta College, in California, she acquired a Bachelor of Arts ..read more

Most people fail to achieve their weight loss or fitness goals because of their diet. They become further proof that you can’t out train a bad diet. If you struggle with finding an eating program that meets your fitness needs and that you enjoy, this episode is for you. Andres Lopez is the owner, and Executive Chef at Duck a Diet Meal Prep. For over five years Andres and his company has been providing delicious and nutritious meals to busy people and top-level athletes in the Crystal Lake, Illinois, and surrounding areas. During the interview, Andres shares: – How Duck a Diet came into exis ..read more

Mike Concha is a personal trainer at Equilibrium Personal Training Studio in Barrington, Illinois. Mike has been a trainer for twenty years and received his degree in exercise science from Western Illinois University. Mike’s passion for sports and fitness stems from his extensive and varied athletic background, including tennis, soccer, bodybuilding, and MMA (mixed martial arts). His competitiveness and love for sports led him to pursue a career in personal training. With his experience and dedication to fitness, he can customize a workout program catered to the specific goal of their health ..read more

Andra Lopez has been in the fitness industry for many years. She was a college athlete, and health/wellness has always been at the forefront. As a Psych major, Andra knew she wanted to help others but didn’t think it would be a fitness career. But that is where she has spent her time. Andra has owned her own Bootcamp business, worked as the Director of Fitness for The Biggest Loser, and was a Head Trainer at Orange Theory Fitness. Unfortunately, something was missing, and she couldn’t help people the way she wanted to. In the Spring of 2017, Andra discovered F45 Training and knew F45 was her n ..read more

Robert Protass is Vice President at Life Line Screening. Robert earned an MBA in Marketing from UC Berkley and spent many years in New York City in the financial services sector. Deep down, he desired to work for an organization that helps people live better lives and left the financial world for Life Line Screenings. Almost every day, he receives amazing testimonials about people’s lives changing for the better due to their screening at Life Line and it reinforces his desire to leave the finance world. During the interview, Robert shares how a Life Line Screening can save your life and give ..read more

How many Monday mornings have you said to yourself “This is the week I’ll get back on track”? with exercise, healthy eating, or [fill in the blank]. So many of us could use a little more motivation and expert guidance to get started (or re-started) with healthier habits that will get us the results we want while being realistic and sustainable! It’s not easy! Cathy Richards, M.A. is an exercise physiologist, wellness coach, and best-selling author of BOOM: Six Steps to a Longer, Healthier Life. After working in both corporate and senior living settings, Cathy’s signature programs focus on maxi ..read more

Kandy Gore is a yoga and Pilates instructor at Equilibrium Personal Training Studio, in Barrington, Illinois. Kandy says being a student of yoga allowed her to experience a healing journey that began with a sports injury. Seeking a solution for her reconstructed knee and low back pain; the continual practice cultivated muscular balance and flexibility that sustains her pain-free lifestyle. As a teacher, she inspires practitioners to find the confidence and the courage to let go of their “busy” lives and heal through the essence of yoga. Yoga is peaceful journey that accepts you as you are whi ..read more

Shawn Bork is a Certified Personal Trainer at Equilibrium Personal Training in Barrington, Illinois. He is certified through NASM for 4 years with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Indiana State University. He has been a chef for 9+ years creating, and crafting meals based on a client’s needs or restrictions. He has been a Nutritionist through AFAA for 2 years, giving clients consultations on how to eat better and what to eat. Shawn was born in Wisconsin, which would not make sense now since he is officially 4 years Whole Foods Plant-Based (Vegan) and don’t like the Packers. Shawn got ..read more

Amy Baltes, RD, LDN, is the primary consulting dietitian for the Equilibrium Personal Training. Her mission is to help people get healthy by embracing the power of food. She gives down to earth recommendations on how to make better food choices, meal planning, getting to a healthy body weight, balancing hormones, the use of alternative supplements and empowering people on the concepts of whole food nutrition and exercise. Amy has over 20 years’ experience working with people to improve health outcomes such as obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart disease, women’s hea ..read more

If your health is a priority and your plan of care leaves you feeling stuck, unsatisfied, and not in control, this episode is for you. JR Burgess found his purpose for helping people be free from pain at a young age. As a healthcare consultant, he regularly shows his commitment through transparently communicating and being vulnerable about how he has overcome a life of physical and emotional pain. He credits Regenerative, Functional, Lifestyle Medicine and receiving mentorship as the key component in his physical, mental, and professional transformation. In his relentless pursuit of personal ..read more