Kanna Fitness Radio

Get ready for an enriching chat with Erin Farmer, also known as Erin Lee DPT on Instagram. Listen in as we walk down memory lane, exploring her journey from her original CrossFit days to owning two affiliates, and then venturing back to school to become a physical therapist. We also get candid about her current private practice and remote fitness coaching, and reminisce about the trials of starting an affiliate in Philadelphia.

We explore the critical aspects of women's health, pregnancy, postpartum, and pelvic floor health with Erin. Discover why advocating for yourself during pre- and post-pregnancy physical therapy is vital and learn about the signs and symptoms that should not be overlooked. Erin enlightens us on how to find a trauma-informed pelvic health practitioner and the importance of adapting to various movements such as running, jumping, and sneezing post-pregnancy.

Tune in as we discuss the emotional impact of training during pregnancy and the effects of strength levels and genetics on recovery. We touch on the importance of seeking out a pelvic health practitioner for post-pregnancy issues, even if the pregnancy was years ago. We also talk about the struggles faced by many pelvic health providers due to insurance models and the benefits of seeking out cash-based PTs. Wrapping up our conversation, Erin shares her vision to create a safe space for mindfulness and meditation practices.

Follow Erin on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/erinleedpt/

(0:00:08) - Erin Farmer's Health Journey

Erin Farmer (Erin Lee DPT) shares her journey from OG CrossFit to owning two affiliates and becoming a physical therapist, discussing women's health, pregnancy, postpartum, pelvic floor health, private practice, and remote coaching.

(0:09:48) - Exploring Pelvic Health and PT School

Erin Farmer shares her journey from CrossFit to PT school, balancing family life and managing chronic back pain.

(0:21:38) - Pelvic Health and Advocating for Yourself

Advocate for pre- and post- pregnancy physical therapy; consider timeline, signs/symptoms, and finding a good pelvic health physical therapist.

(0:27:22) - Pelvic Health Practitioner and Postpartum Care

Erin Farmer shares how to care for the pelvic floor pre- and post- pregnancy, advocating for oneself and adapting to unexpected changes.

(0:38:33) - Postpartum Mental Health and Physical Recovery

Erin Farmer shares tips for post-pregnancy physical therapy, advocating for recovery, and understanding recovery timelines.

(0:50:57) - Pregnancy's Impact on Training and Health

Pregnancy training discussed, including motor patterns, motor learning, risks, emotions, and post-pregnancy care.

(0:56:20) - Insurance Models and Pelvic Health Providers

Pelvic health providers face challenges due to insurance models, cash-based PTs can help, training during pregnancy, motor patterns and motor learning, and advocating for yourself pre- and post- pregnancy.

(1:11:14) - Mindfulness Space and Contact Information

Erin Farmer seeks to create a safe space for mindfulness and meditation, while being mindful of risks associated with training during pregnancy.

Keywords:

Women's Health, Pregnancy, Postpartum, Pelvic Floor Health, Private Practice, Remote Fitness Coaching, CrossFit, Advocacy, Trauma-Informed Practitioner, Postpartum Care, Mental Health, Physical Recovery, Training During Pregnancy, Strength Levels, Genetics, Insurance Models, Pelvic Health Providers, Mindfulness, Meditation, Motor Patterns, Motor Learning, Cash-Based PTs

Katie Cotton is the owner of Noble Bear Salon and has done personal training with us. Over a year ago, she started experiencing symptoms that made her finally seek out help. Working with a hormone specialist, she discovered that she has an auto immune disease called Hashimoto's, insulin resistance, and very low testosterone which she is now treating. Here is her story.

Kanna Fitness (Ambler, PA) is hosting The Gymnastics Course (https://www.thegymnasticscourse.com/) on Dec. 11-12, 2021. Chuck comes back on our show to talk more about the course and what to expect. 

If you want to learn how to utilize the information and methodology of Gymnastics, and Body movement to augment your training and/or coaching, this is for you! All levels are welcome. 

Pat Durante is a member of our 5:30 am class and an ultra trail runner. He recently completed his third 100-mile race and gets on the podcast to talk about his experience, what he's learned along the way, and even tips for beginners who are looking to start running in general.   

His blog can be found at www.bouncingsoles.com

Nathan Holiday (founder of The Level Method) joins Chris to talk about all things related to productivity, the process of learning and iterating, and deep work. If you want to learn some tips and tricks to getting things done, this one is for you!

https://www.levelmethod.com/

https://www.kanna.fit/

Robb Wolf joins Coach Chris to talk about a variety of topics including electrolytes, hydration, sustainability, veganism, and more. Check out the links below to learn more about Robb and his work. 

https://www.sacredcow.info/

https://drinklmnt.com/

https://robbwolf.com/

Product Manager, Tim Trainor, from WHOOP joins Coach Chris to talk about all things strain, recovery, and sleep. To get a WHOOP and support Kanna, visit join.whoop.com/kanna to get $30 off your membership.

www.kanna.fit

Chris sits down with Greg Everett, the founder of Catalyst Athletics and author of "Tough: Building True Mental, Physical and Emotional Toughness for Success and Fulfillment." They discuss the early days of CA & Greg's journey to becoming "Tough."

www.Kanna.Fit 

www.CatalystAthletics.com 

www.BecomingTough.com

Perrin Behr of Training Think Tank & Coach Chris discuss her start in Fitness, & the transition from a 9 to 5 into remote coaching!  

Learn more at www.Kanna.Fit

In the first edition of Kanna Local, Coach Chris sat down with the owner of The Noble Bear Salon, Katie! They discuss pursuing passion, elevating business, and life during the pandemic with kids!  The Noble Bear Salon: www.thenoblebearsalon.com Kanna Fitness: www.Kanna.Fit

Coach Chris sits down with Gavin Young, the senior partnership & engagement manager of The Phoenix, and discuss how The Phoenix has helped him and those seeking sobriety!

Coach Chris & Coach Nate sat down to discuss a year for the history books....2020. Listen along as they discuss what they've learned and how they've grown over the year!

Coach Chris & Kanna Nutritionist, Kathleen, discuss ways to develop healthy habits and answers some of your questions!  Interested in learning more? Book your intro by visiting us at www.kanna.fit/nutrition !

When you're in a pinch to find the perfect gift for the Fitness Friend in your life, Coach Chris & Coach Nate are here to help. Take a listen and review our holiday survival guide!  https://www.kanna.fit/2020-kanna-fitness-holiday-survival-guide/

Coach Nate and Coach Chris discuss the importance of modifying workouts, listening to your body, and not being ashamed to modify whether your new or having been working out for years!  

Interested in learning more? Book your into for remote or in-person training by visiting us at www.Kanna.Fit

Coaches Chris & Justin discuss the importance of going through Base Camp, or any other type of introduction course, before entering group classes!

Join Coach Chris & Coach Nate as they sit down with The Weight Gain Nutritionist, Emily Bergey!

Coach Nate and Coach Chris go over the common gear found in a CrossFit gym and why you may or may not want to use gear. For the video version, check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcxtOoMXaDI

In this episode, we introduce Coach Steph, our newest staff member! With a long history of olympic weightlifting and specializing in coaching kids, we're very excited to use her expertise at Kanna. In this episode, we go over Steph's fitness history, how she went through a gastric bypass, lost over 100 pounds, but then gained it back, and found CrossFit. We also go over considerations for coaching kids and teens and how they're similar, yet different than coaching adults. 

This is an episode that we recorded pre-COVID-19 so you can get to know our newest staff members: Coaches Nate, Justin, and Hack. Enjoy!

Chris Irvin also known as The Ketologist is a nutrition researcher, writer, and educator. He holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise and Nutrition Science and is currently the education manager for Perfect Keto. He and Dr. Anthony Gustin wrote the book "Keto Answers."

In this episode we cover:

What is keto? How would you describe it to a lay person?

How do you measure ketones?

Benefits of keto?

Therapeutic for diabetes and Alzheimers

cognitive edge

Gluconeogensis

Macro ratios

Nina Teicholz “Big fat surprise”

How to start keto?

Electrolytes

Dangers of keto

Women and low carb

keto and CrossFit

need carbs for muscle gain (cyclic keto?)

exogenous ketones

thoughts on documentary Game Changers? 

What are your thoughts on the Impossible Burger?

What books would you recommend most people read? 

What are you currently geeking out on?

What’s on your bucket list?

Michael Cazayoux is a 2x CrossFit Games winner on Team Hack's Pack UTE, founder and podcast host of Brute Strength, and co-owner and podcast host of Working Against Gravity.

We talk about:

-growing up "with" Harry Potter

--heroine addiction as a teenager and recovery

-CrossFit and the CrossFit Games

-spinal fusion

-leaving a prestigious strength and conditioning job to start a business

-Mindset

-Vulnerability

-how he chooses the people to be around

-parenthood

-living abroad for 8 weeks

-books he recommends

-bucket list items

-things he's geeking out on

Coach Rachel and Coach Chris talk about Kanna's revamped nutrition program and what it entails. It works as a stand-alone option (no, you don't have to workout here) or an add-on to your CrossFit membership. We also now do corporate nutrition challenges!

Find out more: www.crossfitkanna.com/nutrition

We are starting a new series where we interview members of CrossFit Kanna and hear their story.

Katelyn Mathe grew up thinking she was going to be a baker but then found a passion for real estate. We talk about things you should know before buying or selling a home, how she got into CrossFit, and how she almost eloped to Alaska, but instead got married in Iceland. 

Coach Fox wears a bracelet that reminds her, "Actually, you can."

After being in the corporate role for years, she realized that path wasn't leading towards her perfect day so she quit and is now at Kanna full time. Listen to our latest podcast to hear more about that decision and more! 

We talk all things pelvic floor with Dr. Alex Stoner from Core3PT and how pelvic floor dysfunction (like peeing yourself while jumping rope) is common, but not normal and it CAN be treated!

For more information, go to:

www.core3PT.com

www.crossfitkanna.com

Coach Lam and Coach Chris continue from part 1 talking about the origins of Kanna. They talk about what they did before the doors opened, how the name and logo came about, the most expensive piece of "equipment," and more.

Chris and Lam talk about the origins of Kanna, specifically:

-what career Chris was doing before Kanna and how he started thinking about opening a CrossFit gym

-doing research by dropping into 70+ CrossFit gyms

-who SHOULDN'T open a business

-two major things Chris learned while doing research on opening a box

-transitioning to coaching at a different CF gym and starting a photography business

-and more

We interview EC Synkowski who runs OptimizeMe Nutrition and created the 800g Challenge where participants are encouraged to eat 800 grams of fruits and veggies per day. We talk about the challenge, nutrition in general, fitness, book recommendations, the carnivore diet, her bucket list destinations, and much more. 

#800gChallenge 

Coach Rachel and Coach Chris sit down to discuss what they would tell a new CrossFit coach and what sets apart good and great coaches. Although they are both CF-L3 certified, this fact has almost nothing to do with what's really important: caring for your members.

We interview Drs. Kristin and Mark Legnola of Chiropractic Community Center about all things chiropractic, pregnancy, postpartum and more. This is a great episode to learn more about what chiropractic is, who it's for, and why you might consider seeing a chiro. 

www.bluebellchiropractic.com

Webster Method: https://icpa4kids.com/

www.birthfit.com

www.crossfitkanna.com

When did Coach Fox start CrossFit?
Is she always so positive?
What time does she wake up?
How was she proposed to?
Does she like vacuum lines in her carpet?

Find out the answers to these questions and more.