The Better Podcast
The Better Podcast
Podcast Description
The Better is a podcast about real movement, smarter recovery, and sustainable wellness. Hosted by Kristin, a Doctor of Physical Therapist and exercise specialist, and Vic, a Master in Psychology and Exercise Prescription and a performance and health optimization expert, each episode breaks down the science of how to feel better, move better, and live better — one small shift at a time. Whether you're a runner, a busy parent, or just trying to create healthier habits, this show is your practical guide to becoming a better version of yourself.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on sustainable wellness practices, including movement, nutrition, and recovery. Episodes explore topics like the science of habit formation, the importance of metabolic health, and practical strategies for integrating healthier habits into daily life. For instance, the first episode discusses how to prioritize movement, the importance of understanding metabolic processes, and tips for improving recovery through sleep and nutrition.
The Better is a podcast about real movement, smarter recovery, and sustainable wellness. Hosted by Kristin, a Doctor of Physical Therapist and exercise specialist, and Vic, a Master in Psychology and Exercise Prescription and a performance and health optimization expert, each episode breaks down the science of how to feel better, move better, and live better — one small shift at a time. Whether you’re a runner, a busy parent, or just trying to create healthier habits, this show is your practical guide to becoming a better version of yourself.
Episode 1: Why Movement, Nutrition & Recovery Matter More Than Ever
Featuring Vic & Kristin
In the debut episode of The Better, Vic and Kristin dive into what it truly means to optimize your health through simple, sustainable habits. They explore how movement, nutrition, and recovery form the foundation of well-being—and how to make them work in real life.
Kristin shares her journey from clinic-based physical therapy to building a lifestyle that prioritizes science-backed wellness and personal fulfillment. Together, they discuss how to integrate more movement into daily routines, the science of metabolic health, and why small shifts can make a big difference.
Topics discussed:
How to make movement a natural part of your day
The role of habit stacking in building healthier routines
Why understanding your liver, glucose, and insulin matters
The importance of recovery, sleep, and nervous system regulation
Supplements, smart snacking, and fueling energy throughout the day
How body composition scans (DEXA) go beyond the number on the scale
Shifting your environment and family culture to support long-term health
If you're looking to build better habits, understand the science behind your body, and create more energy in your everyday life—this episode is your starting point.
Show Notes:
Spark- The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain
https://www.audible.com/pd/Spark-Audiobook/1549108298?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow
TED Talk- James Levine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkdM2KGtMtM
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