• What is reformer Pilates and why is it good for us?
    Sep 30 2024

    Pilates is everywhere on social media. As popular as it is, it's certainly not an easy workout. But it does come with amazing health benefits if you are consistent. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Collin and Heidi Christensen, Owners of BODYBAR Pilates, to learn how reformer Pilates in particular can change a person's life.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    22 mins
  • Riding an e-bike can boost your health
    Sep 23 2024

    We know cycling is a healthy form of exercise, but what about riding an e-bike? E-bikes are growing in popularity because they are fun and cost-effective, but there are plenty of health benefits that come with them as well. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Dr. Daniel Cushman, Sports Medicine Physician with the University Orthopaedic Center at the University of Utah, to learn how riding e-bikes can really boost our health.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    16 mins
  • Make the most of your farmers market buys
    Sep 16 2024

    Farmers markets offer a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, some that you've probably never seen before. How do you pick and plan meals around such a big selection? Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Lea Palmer, Assistant Director and Program Manager of USU Extension Create Better Health, to learn how we can enjoy local ingredients without letting them go to waste.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    10 mins
  • The health benefits of pickleball
    Sep 9 2024

    Pickleball has gained so much popularity over the years, and it's probably a good thing that there's no sign of it dying down. Turns out it's not just fun; it also has many health benefits for people of all ages. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Dr. Sarah Turner-Pietruszka, Sports Medicine Physician with Intermountain Health, to learn why pickleball is a great way to get exercise.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    14 mins
  • Treating dry skin in the summer
    Sep 2 2024

    Summer heat often causes dry skin, especially in Utah. Why does our skin dry out so much, and what can we do to treat it if it becomes a risk? Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Dr. Whitney High, Professor of Dermatology and Pathology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, to learn some of the different ways we can prevent our skin from getting too dry.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    17 mins
  • Do we really need supplemental vitamins?
    Aug 26 2024

    Are supplemental vitamins actually worth taking? Is it a necessity for everyone? Maybe not. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Jenna Dyckman, USU Extension Assistant Professor in the Home and Community Department, to learn why we can benefit more from eating healthy than from relying on vitamin supplements.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    15 mins
  • Bloating: causes and prevention
    Aug 19 2024

    Bloating is no doubt an uncomfortable feeling for many people. You might think the problem comes from the type of food you're eating, but maybe it has more to do with how you chew. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Laura Birkel, Registered Dietitian at Gundersen General Surgery Services, to learn the common causes of bloating as well as some prevention tips.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    10 mins
  • Don't neglect those healthy post-workout habits
    Aug 12 2024

    A lot of people tend to forget that maintaining good post-workout habits is just as important as the actual workout itself. It might feel easier to just call it a day after finishing an intense workout, but what you do after that will really help make a difference. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Personal Trainer and Health Coach Michele Riechman to learn some healthy post-workout habits we shouldn't skip out on.

    Instagram: @movingmaria

    Facebook: Let's Get Moving with Maria

    Website: https://linktr.ee/letsgetmovingwithmaria

    Show more Show less
    13 mins