Moving Well Podcast

In this episode, Janet and Nikki talk with Medical Exercise Specialist Brian Richey about program design and best exercise practices for the obese and overweight client. They cover: Brian's personal experience with weight loss Why thermogenics (calories in, calories out) doesn't work as a weight loss strategy How small, achievable changes like drinking more water can have the greatest results The unique biomechanical challenges that come with being overweight The benefits of starting with the basics (stability training, sleep, walking) even when weight loss is the goal How traditional fitness marketing sets us up to fail and how we can create a physical and emotionally safe environment for our clients in a fitness facility How to set realistic expectations when starting a new fitness program and setting goals   About Brian Richey Brian, the owner/operator of Fit 4 Life DC, was born in Kailua, Hawai‘i, and graduated from the University of Hawai‘i with a B.S. in Exercise Science/Kinesiology. While Brian is a