MS Fitness Challenge Podcast
32 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -Your source for the best, most inspiring, and up-to-date information concerning all things related to multiple sclerosis (MS), fitness, and health. Get insights from real people who have MS as well as industry experts who understand the disease and how fitness, diet, and wellness all factor into a healthy MS lifestyle. Together we can keep pressing, keep striving, and conquer MS.
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Grace & The Great Divide: The Grace Ragland Story
June 07, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 26.2 MBWatch The Teaser & Learn How You Can Get Involved With The Film! Grace & The Great Divide Facebook Page LEARN MORE AND GET INVOLVED WITH THE MS FITNESS CHALLENGE Donate to the MS Fitness Challenge MSFC Facebook Group Learn how resilience expert, 30 years strong MS Warrior, and podcast host Maureen Manley, MA, can help you or your organization build resilience, increase wellbeing and succeed during challenging times. Learn how to increase strength and mobility with the OptimalBody Wo...
Nikki Reed-Feisty Challenger Of The Status Quo
May 24, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 32.7 MBCheck out Nikki's Podcast 3 blondes 1 battle Podcast Get involved with the MS Fitness Challenge. Donate to the MS Fitness Challenge MSFC Facebook Group Learn how resilience expert, 30 years strong MS Warrior, and podcast host Maureen Manley, MA can help you or your organization build resilience, increase wellbeing and succeed during challenging times. Learn how you can increase strength and mobility with the OptimalBody Workout Program designed by leading MS fitness expert David Lyo...
Para-Equestrian, Mary Jordan
March 23, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 36.2 MBGet involved with the MS Fitness Challenge. Donate to the MS Fitness Challenge MSFC Facebook Group Learn how resilience expert, 30 years strong MS Warrior, and podcast host, Maureen Manley, MA can help you or your organization build resilience, increase wellbeing and succeed during challenging times. Learn how you can increase strength and mobility with the OptimalBody Workout Program designed by leading MS fitness expert, David Lyons. Check out MS Stadiums For MS, the awesome MS ch...
The Accidental Triathlete Jeana Clary
January 21, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 46.1 MBLearn more about Meat Fight the nonprofit that inspired and supported Jeanna's athletic journey! Get involved with the MS Fitness Challenge. Donate to the MS Fitness Challenge MSFC Facebook Group Learn how you can increase strength and mobility with the OptimalBody Workout Program designed by leading MS fitness expert, David Lyons. Learn how high-performance expert, MS Warrior, and podcast host, Maureen Manley, MA can help you or your organization build resilience, increase wellbein...
The Polar Express, Gary Pinder
December 21, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MBSupport for your health and fitness journey Get involved with the MS Fitness Challenge. Donate MSFC Facebook Group Learn how you can increase strength and mobility with the OptimalBody Workout Program designed by leading MS fitness expert, David Lyons. Learn how high-performance expert, MS Warrior, and podcast host, Maureen Manley, MA can help you or your organization build resilience, increase wellbeing and succeed during challenging times.
Nora Gocking- Not Today, M.S.
December 01, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBNot Today MS- Nora Gocking's website with her blog and podcast Learn how you can get involved with Run A Myelin My Shoes Contact them with any questions! Learn How To Get Involved With The MS Fitness Challenge Donate To The MS Fitness Challenge. Learn How High-Performance Expert, MS Warrior, and Podcast Host, Maureen Manley, MA Can Help You or Your Organization Champion Results!
Dr. Ken Kaufman & Heather Hackett- Optimize your health by following, (and/or eating more of) a plant-based diet!
October 12, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBYou can find the Optamiz app in your favorite app store! If you'd like to purchase a digital copy of Plant-Based Jumpstart on the Optamiz app or the Optamiz website, use the discount code: MSFIT at the checkout and get 10% off and the MS Fitness Challenge no-profit will get 10% of each sale. Learn How To Get Involved With The MS Fitness Challenge Donate To The MS Fitness Challenge. Learn How High-Performance Expert, MS Warrior, and Podcast Host, Maureen Manley, MA Can Help You or ...
Cheryl Hile- Seven Marathons on Seven Continents in 12 Months
September 14, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBLearn how you can get involved with Run A Myelin My Shoes Contact them with any questions! Learn How To Get Involved With The MS Fitness Challenge Donate To The MS Fitness Challenge. Learn How High-Performance Expert, MS Warrior, and Podcast Host, Maureen Manley, MA Can Help You or Your Organization Champion Results!
Gain the Benefits of Keeping Your Core Cool When Things Heat Up!
August 10, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBLearn more about ThermApparrel! Use discount code: MSFC to receive 10% off your purchase of ThermApparrel's UnderCool Vest. Organizations offering financial assistance for cooling products: (Please note: You can only get an UnderCool Cooling Vest from the MS Foundation and the MS Society. UnderCool is not available through MSAA, but they do have other cooling options that might work for you. MS Foundation - 888-673-6287 Cooling Program Grants and Programs National MS Society - 1-800-...
Knockout MS & Obesity with Bobcat Moretti
July 06, 2021 16:26 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBKnockout MS and Obesity with Bobcat Moretti gofundme page 10% of the gofundme money raised will go to the MS Fitness Challenge! How to get involved with the MS Fitness Challenge. Donate to the MS Fitness Challenge. Learn how Podcast host, Maureen Manley, MA can help you or your organization Champion Results!
Prove them Right | 020
January 18, 2021 15:12 - 1 hour - 38.9 MBStephen Glaus, the host of the MSFC Podcast is joined by former guest of the show and the MSFC Director of Inspirational Wellness, Maureen Manley. Stephen discusses his MS journey from diagnosis on and how he recently overcame the odds to become one of the few to ever complete a full IRONMAN triathlon with MS.
Focus Driven | 019
January 10, 2021 19:58 - 27 minutes - 15.5 MBFree resources provided by the MSFC: https://msfitnesschallenge.org/no-cost-programs/ The upcoming 8-week MS Fitness Challenge: https://obpfitness.com/8-week-challenge/ More information and resources related to Optimal Body Personal Fitness: https://obpfitness.com/about-the-membership/
Just Keep Rowing | 018
November 14, 2020 23:57 - 21 minutes - 12 MBHow to get involved with the MS Fitness Challenge: Donate MSFC Facebook Group How to reach us: E-Mail: [email protected] Phone: (855) MSFIT4U (673-4848) Would you like to be on the MSFC Podcast? Contact the host, Stephen Glaus at [email protected]
Taming the Walrus | 017
August 14, 2020 11:53 - 41 minutes - 30.1 MBhttps://tamingthewalrus.com/ How to get involved with the MS Fitness Challenge: Donate MSFC Facebook Group How to reach us: E-Mail: [email protected] Phone: (855) MSFIT4U (673-4848) Would you like to be on the MSFC Podcast? Contact the host, Stephen Glaus at [email protected]
MS (Miracle Story) | 016
July 14, 2020 19:10 - 26 minutes - 18.8 MBHow to get involved with the MS Fitness Challenge: Donate MSFC Training Camp - VIRTUAL MSFC Facebook Group MSFC 100,000 Pushup Challenge How to reach us: E-Mail: [email protected] Phone: (855) MSFIT4U (673-4848) Would you like to be on the MSFC Podcast? Contact the host, Stephen Glaus at [email protected]
Sunrise Chaser | 015
June 14, 2020 00:21 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBEpisode Highlights... COVID-19's impact on Angela's life / living with MS Angela's initial MS diagnosis 16 years ago and how she's courageously fought back against the disease Her motivations for changing her diet and the impact nutrition has had on her health Why waking up in time to watch the sun rise is such an important part of her daily routine How she got involved with the MS Fitness Challenge and how the charity has helped her thrive Personal reflections and an inspirational mes...
MS Pushup Challenge | Bonus
June 04, 2020 19:36 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBThe MS Fitness Challenge is on a mission to raise $100,000 by doing 100,000 push-ups across the globe! Following the launch of the MSFC 100,000 Push-up Challenge, David Lyons & Stephen Glaus discuss the details of this exciting campaign. Some key takeaways... How the crazy idea for the 100,000 Pushup Challenge was born Details on how the challenge works Instructions on how to get involved Fundraising tips Why this fundraising effort is so important A plea for wide spread participation...
No Compromise | 014
May 23, 2020 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBAfter spending several years as a research analyst for the health and wellness industry, David Block soon realized a significant disparity between the value proposition of most vitamins and minerals and the corresponding quality of the ingredients encapsulated within them. Determined to stand apart from the competition while also making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, David started the premium supplement company, Previnex. The company "believes everyone deserves the opportun...
No Compromise | 015
May 23, 2020 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBAfter spending several years as a research analyst for the health and wellness industry, David Block soon realized a significant disparity between the value proposition of most vitamins and minerals and the corresponding quality of the ingredients encapsulated within them. Determined to stand apart from the competition while also making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, David started the premium supplement company, Previnex. The company "believes everyone deserves the...
The Gift Seeker | 013
May 09, 2020 14:13 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBRobin Brockelsby is an Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker and Past President of Crisis Support Services of Nevada – which is 1 of 6 national crisis support lines in the US. She owns and operates multiple corporations in Northern Nevada – but her most important job is as a wife and mom to 3 teenagers. She is a two-time TEDx speaker with talks on "Overcoming Fear" and "How She is Living Her Best Life with Multiple Sclerosis", and was recently featured by Yahoo Entertainment & Lifestyle in thei...
Dunk MS | 012
April 26, 2020 13:57 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBBlake Arnet is the founder of Dunk MS – an annual fundraiser that features a pro dunk showcase by the world's top dunkers all in support of MS research and youth basketball. His mother ended up passing away because of MS at the early age of 49. With his experience and skillset as a former UCLA college basketball player, sports coaching, and an entrepreneurial spirit, he founded Dunk MS with one mission on his mind: to find a cure for MS. Some key takeaways: COVID-19 and its impact on Blake...
Pushing Through | 011
April 18, 2020 19:33 - 28 minutes - 26 MBClaudia Longo is a talented soccer player and plays on the Women’s team for the University of Washington. Before she managed to graduate from high school, an MS diagnosis ended up turning her world upside down. Not wanting to waive the white flag of surrender, she persevered, and through hard work and dedication, got back onto the field for Washington. She recently receive the 2019 Wayne Gittinger Inspirational Award honoree by the Seattle Sports Commission, an award that is given each year ...
The Best is Yet to Come | 010
April 11, 2020 16:20 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBJames Drake is an MS Warrior and to put simply: he’s a BEAST! He competed on the NETFLIX show, Ultimate Beastmaster and was the last American standing in the competition finals. Both he and his wife, Heidi, are certified fitness instructors and have a passion for competition. Whether it be triathlons, the Warrior Dashes, CrossFit competitions, or ultimate frisbee tournaments – they’re always finding ways to push their limits. James believes he was created to compete and is the executive of C...
Easy Sleep | 009
April 04, 2020 16:57 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBTracy Davenport is the founder of tracyhealthyliving.com. She holds a PH.D in Human Growth in Development from the University of Delaware. Using the latest scientific research, she helps people live their healthiest lives via one-on-one coaching, corporate talks, and sharing the more than 1,000 health-related articles she's authored. Her mission is simple: to help people achieve lifestyle performance at the highest level. Whether you are a college athlete, busy parent, or are retired and sti...
Soldier of Truth | 008
March 28, 2020 18:39 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBMatthew Embry lives by "all-or-nothing" sort of mentality. His strict regimen requires the utmost levels of mental fortitude and discipline. His dramatic approach to managing his MS has led to dramatic results; he's lived symptom free from his MS for over 25 years. On a mission to tell the world about the hope people with MS can find in his lifestyle approach, Matthew directed the critically acclaimed film, Living Proof, which unabashedly proclaims the undeniable evidence of the impact Matth...
Vitamin H | 007
March 21, 2020 17:21 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBWhat's the most important vitamin? According to Dr. Mark Vance it's one of two: either the vitamin you need the most (the one you're most deficient in) or perhaps most importantly - Vitamin H, or Vitamin "Hope". Prior to being involved with alternative therapies for hard to treat / difficult aliments - Dr. Vance began his medical career by pursuing knowledge and experience through traditional pathways common to medical practitioners. It was after a unique experience with a patient in despera...
Incredibly Fit | 006
March 14, 2020 17:18 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBShanna Ferrigno is the CEO and co-founder of Ferrigno FIT, a lifestyle brand that celebrates positive, healthy living. After getting acquainted with David Lyons, Shanna decided to team up with the MS Fitness Challenge with an aim of incorporating the Ferrigno FIT mission to encourage people with MS to Focus, Invest, & Take Action with their lifestyle and longevity goals. Some key takeaways: Shanna's life growing up with the Incredible Hulk (Lou Ferrigno) as her father and the impact that ...
Changing Up | 005
March 08, 2020 03:10 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBMaureen Manley found herself primed to be competing at an elite level on the Olympic stage. MS would take all of that away from her – but it didn’t steal her identity. In fact, thanks to MS, Maureen has realized that her value and uniqueness doesn’t come from her achievements or physical abilities, but from her inner drive and spirit to become the best version of herself that she can possibly be. Maureen has taken her message of hope and inspiration across the globe as a public speaker. In ...
Support & Guidance | 004
February 29, 2020 16:04 - 33 minutes - 25 MBKendra Lyons may very well be the reason the MS Fitness Challenge exists. After seeing the success and the impact David Lyons found through bodybuilding and fitness, she inspired him to start a charity that would go on to be a globally recognized banner of hope for people living with MS. Some key takeaways: Kendra's experiences as a nurse working with MS patients and how that framed her initial understanding of what MS was like How David & Kenra first met and her initial impression of hi...
Control the Controllables | 003
February 22, 2020 17:38 - 32 minutes - 24.7 MBMonica Pelle has been working with David Lyons for several years, in an effort to help people within the MS Fitness Challenge discover the best and most effective dietary and lifestyle strategies that will enable them to thrive with MS. Some key takeaways: How Monica fell in love with healthy lifestyle habits and what motivated her to want to share that with others Her first encounter with David and Kendra Lyons and the impact their passion and enthusiasm had on her Reasons why diet an...
Focus on Fitness | 002
February 15, 2020 11:41 - 26 minutes - 20 MBDavid Lyons is the leading industry expert on all things MS and fitness. Here are some highlights you won't want to miss! Some key takeaways: How David became inspired to start the MSFC Unique factors that differentiate the MSFC from other MS-supporting charities Reasons why fitness is the key to living well with MS An explanation of all the MSFC resources that are available to people with MS The benefits of finding a fitness trainer who knows and understands MS Current MSFC goals a...
David Meets Goliath | 001
February 08, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 21.9 MBDavid Lyons is the leading industry expert on all things MS and fitness. Here are some highlights you won't want to miss! Some key takeaways: Where to start if you're someone just finding their way to fitness How exerting energy at the gym can actually be a productive way to fight MS fatigue Advice on how to overcome obstacles and setbacks when they occur The MS Fitness Challenge is NOT about bodybuilding - it's about helping people become the best possible version of themselves; it's a...