It's racquet sport-season again! Before you head back out to the tennis or pickleball court, refresh your memory with Staci, Missy & physical therapist, Mark Payares on how to prepare your joints to prevent injury!

Summary

In this episode, Mark Payares discusses the impact of aging on joints, the importance of movement, and when to seek professional help for pain management. He emphasizes the role of strength training and nutrition in maintaining joint health and preventing injuries, particularly in sports like tennis and pickleball. Mark also shares insights on bike fitting for optimal performance and comfort, and the significance of mindset and acceptance in the journey of physical health.

Takeaways

• Aging joints are affected by accumulated life experiences and genetics.
• Movement is essential; aim to move every 20-30 minutes.
• Seek professional help if pain persists beyond a week.
• Pain behavior can indicate when to seek care.
• Strength training is crucial for maintaining joint health as we age.
• Nutrition plays a significant role in managing inflammation.
• Injury prevention is key when starting new sports or activities.
• Proper bike fitting can prevent discomfort and injury during cycling.
• Consistency in training is important for success and injury prevention.
• Acceptance of your current physical state is vital for progress.

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It’s spring, so we thought it would be a great time to re-release the episode with our friends at Local Leaf Farm so they can remind us about the great health benies of Microgreens!

Summary

In this conversation, The partners of Local Leaf Farm share with Staci & Missy why they've pivoted to growing microgreens for their neighbors. Discover why microgreens pack 40x more nutrients, how they’re grown locally, and simple ways to add them to everyday meals for better health.

https://www.localleaffarm.com/

Takeaways

• 1. Microgreens Are Extremely Nutrient Dense
  • They contain up to 40x the nutrients of their mature vegetable counterparts.
  • Just 1–2 tablespoons of broccoli microgreens can equal the nutrients in 3–6 pounds of broccoli.
• 2. They’re Easy to Eat and Add to Anything
  • Use them on rice bowls, salads, soups, smoothies, toast, pesto, waffles, and more.
  • They enhance flavor and appearance without needing culinary skills.
• 3. Microgreens Grow Fast and Locally
  • Grown in ~10 days.
  • Ideal for urban environments and indoor farms like Local Leaf Farm.
  • Their farm is literally in a repurposed Chipotle building, emphasizing creative reuse.
• 4. Hydroponic Farming Eliminates Pesticides & Soil Limitations
  • They use a closed-loop hydroponic system with filtered, nutrient-fortified water.
  • No pesticides, herbicides, or synthetic chemicals.
  • Controlled environments help maximize light, nutrients, and quality.
• 5. A Call to Action: Choose Differently
  • You can’t choose whether to eat, but you can choose what you eat.
  • Look into where your food comes from, how long it traveled, and who grew it.

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🎉 One Year of Digestible: Lessons, Pivots, and What We’re Taking Into Year Two

In this special anniversary episode of the Digestible Podcast, hosts Staci and Melissa celebrate one full year of bringing listeners accessible, actionable health and wellness insights. What started as a mission to bridge the gap between overwhelming scientific content and bite-sized social media tips has grown into a trusted resource for practical, expert-backed “pivots” that listeners can implement right away.

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