A Healthier Michigan Podcast

A Healthier Michigan Podcast


Latest Episodes

What Numbers You Should Focus on for Good Heart Health
February 01, 2024

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Mallory Applewhite, Vice President of Community Impact for the American Heart Association. Together, they discuss what numbers you should be focusing on to

What to Look for in a Good Workout Routine
January 18, 2024

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss things you should look for when choosing a workout routine.In

Why You Shouldn't Make a New Year's Resolution
January 04, 2024

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Angela Moore, NASM Master Trainer & Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Together, they discuss reasons why you should consider not making a New Year's resolution

How to Overcome Negativity Bias
December 21, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. William Beecroft, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network. Together, they discuss negativity

Michigan Bucket List: Winter Edition
December 07, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Nick Nerbonne, Media, Digital and Industry Relations Director for Travel Michigan. Together, they discuss Michigan destinations to check out this winter.In

How to Recover from Burnout
November 23, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Kristyn Gregory, medical director of behavioral health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore ways we can identify and cope with

Do Food Sensitivity Tests Actually Work?
November 09, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appel, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore if it's possible to take a test that shows you which foo

Easy Ways to Increase Your Veggie Intake
October 26, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appel, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how we can incorporate more veggies into our diet.In thi

Is 10,000 Steps a Day Fact or Myth?
October 12, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Marissa Jarrett, well-being coordinator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss if 10,000 steps a day is the step goal we should be a

How to Start and Maintain a Routine
September 28, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss how to approach starting and maintain a new routine. In this