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The FitLabPGH and Moving2Live Podcasts are doing something a little different this week. We’re bringing you a pair of video podcasts to help make movement part of your at-home lifestyle. Part 1 was published on Wednesday 3/25/20. This is Part 2. Whether you’re exercising from home for the first time, or looking for a few hacks to make your home fitness space more functional, we hope today’s tips will help you create a home that encourages you to move more.
Link to Video podcast Part 2: Home Gym Ideas or Hacks part 2
Link for Video podcast Part 1 (on Moving2Live podcast): Home Gym Ideas or Hacks part 1
Home Hack 1: Dedicate a space to be your home fitness place. ONE of our dedicated spaces is a “Mobility” room and includes: a SandDune Stepper, available at https://www.roguefitness.com ; a balance board or wobble board (search Google or Amazon); a foam roller; and a closet dowel turned mobility stick. Added bonus of a dedicated space: you might be inspired to move more every time you see it! If you’re looking for garage gym inspiration, check out Luke Koval, https://www.instagram.com/one_o.a.k/ on Instagram, and Richard Walters, https://www.instagram.com/richarda.walters/ on Instagram.
Home Hack 2: Turn your backyard or patio into a movement annex. Collect a variety of small, weighted tools and toys that allow you to craft at-home resistance training sessions. Look for: kettlebells and Indian Clubs. Looking for instruction for kettlebells? Check out Brett Jones of StrongFirst, https://www.instagram.com/brettjonessfg/ and https://www.instagram.com/strongfirst/  on Instagram. Added bonus for small tools and toys in the backyard: you can get some fresh air and movement at the same time. Plus, if you have dogs, it gives you something to do while the dogs do their business.
Home Hack 3: Build a jungle gym in the backyard…ok, like gymnastic rings in the living room, this isn’t for everyone…but if you have the space…our DIY jungle gym lets us channel our inner American Ninja Warriors. It gives us a place to “hang around” and a place to hang a suspension trainer. Take home message: the more movement tools you have at your disposal, the easier it is to make movement part of your lifestyle…especially when quarantined.
Final thought: if you’re starting or modifying a movement routine, don’t overdo it! Listen to your body, rest when you need to rest, and consider a consult with a qualified profession for guidance and injury prevention.
Do you have tips for creating a home fitness space or home movement routine? Please share with us in the comments. For movement ideas and inspiration, check out the FitLabPGH Podcast at www.FitLabPGH.com and on Spotify and YouTube. With over 140 episodes, and counting, it might lead you to your new favorite activity.
Contact Info for FitLabPGH:
Email: fitlabpgh@gmail.com
Twitter: @fitlabpgh
Instagram: @fitlabpgh
We update via Facebook too!!
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The FitLabPGH and Moving2Live Podcasts are doing something a little different this week. We’re bringing you a video podcast to help make movement part of your working-from-home routine.
Whether you’re faced with working from home for the first time, or looking for a few hacks to make your home office more functional for your body, we hope today’s tips will help you create a home office space that encourages proper posture and regular movement.  You can listen to the audio of the podcast…or click the link to listen and watch…let us know what you think!!
Link to Video podcast: Make Movement Part of Your Working-From-Home Routine
Tip 1: Consider a standing desk. If you’re not ready to commit to a VariDesk (now Vari – https://www.vari.com ) experiment with books, blocks, or boxes to raise your keyboard and monitor to the proper heights. For keyboard placement, you’re looking for elbows at a 90 degree angle (or greater), and a neutral wrist position.
Tip 2: Experiment with a wobble board or other unstable surface. A few to try: a) The Level from Fluidstance – https://fluidstance.com – designed for standing desks. One caution, if you have pets in your office space, watch out for pinched paws or noses. b) Pono Ola wobble board – https://ponoola.com – you sway on inflated orbs – pet paws and noses are safe. c) SandDune Stepper – https://www.sanddunestepper.com available at RogueFitness.com https://www.roguefitness.com/the-sanddune-power-stepper – different densities of foam create an unstable surface – plus it’s a fun fitness tool.
Tip 3: Tame the time you spend standing (or sitting) still. Set a timer and take a micro-movement break every 15 to 30 minutes…even a few seconds of shoulder rolls may help keep your body and mind fresh!
What are your top tips for working from home? Please share with us in the comments!
For more healthy lifestyle ideas and inspiration, check out the FitLabPGH podcast – we release a new episode (almost) every Sunday at www.FitLabPGH.com and on Spotify and YouTube – see the website for subscription options, and check out the archives…with over 140 episodes (and counting) to choose from, they might lead you to your new favorite activity. Movement is a Lifestyle, not just an activity…and make sure you wash your hands!
Contact Info for FitLabPGH:
Email: fitlabpgh@gmail.com
Twitter: @fitlabpgh
Instagram: @fitlabpgh
We update via Facebook too!!
Movement Tips and Lifestyle Hacks – YouTube channel (posted on Instagram too)
Did you know FitLabPGH partners with Zihmer Law Firm for a Movement is a Lifestyle television show on PTCT7- available on YouTube- Movement is a Lifestyle
Fill out our FitLabPGH Features form to be a FitLabPGH featured mover…or fill one out for your 4 legged movement partner (dog, cat, goat or horse!!)
Check out our sister podcast Moving2Live concise but interesting podcasts for the movement and exercise professional and amateur aficionado.
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Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audio…

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Steel City Canine Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine is Pittsburgh’s only stand-alone pet rehabilitation center. We interviewed Meredith Wille LVT, CCRP, CCFT, who manages the facility. Meredith has been in the veterinary field since 1988. A lifelong learner, she has continued her education beyond a Licensed Veterinary Technician: in 2017 she earned her designation as a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) from the University of Tennessee. She is also a Certified Canine Fitness Trainer (CCFT) and is currently pursuing certification in pain management (CVPM). Learn more about Steel City Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at https://steelcityk9rehab.com
Show Notes:
 Meredith Wille LVT, CCRP, CCFT – contact info:
Website: https://steelcityk9rehab.com
E-mail: steelcityk9rehab@gmail.com
Phone: 412-837-2047
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteelCityK9Rehab/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steelcityk9rehab/
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
University of Tennessee Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner Program
https://www.u-tenn.org
Pets in Harmony Veterinary Hospital, Harmony, PA
http://www.petsinharmonypa.com
Canine Rehabilitation Institute
http://caninerehabinstitute.com
Wizard of Paws, Colchester, CT

Wizard of Paws Physical Rehabilitation for Animals

United Schutzhund Clubs of America
https://www.germanshepherddog.com
Check out the FitLabPGH Podcast episode featuring Drew Zihmer, talking about Schutzhund, released 1/20/19. Link: https://www.fitlabpgh.com/2019/01/20/podcast-319-drew-zihmer-schützhund/
Contact Info for FitLabPGH:
Email: fitlabpgh@gmail.com
Twitter: @fitlabpgh
Instagram: @fitlabpgh
We update via Facebook too!!
Movement Tips and Lifestyle Hacks – YouTube channel (posted on Instagram too)
Did you know FitLabPGH partners with Zihmer Law Firm for a Movement is a Lifestyle television show on PTCT7- available on YouTube- Movement is a Lifestyle
Fill out our FitLabPGH Features form to be a FitLabPGH featured mover…or fill one out for your 4 legged movement partner (dog, cat, goat or horse!!)
Check out our sister podcast Moving2Live concise but interesting podcasts for the movement and exercise professional and amateur aficionado.
Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org

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Rick Howard, MEd, CSCS,*D, FNSCA, is a doctoral candidate at Rocky Mountain University in Health Promotion and Wellness. He is an Assistant Professor in Applied Sports Science at West Chester University (PA). Howard is the Director of Fitness at Wilmington (DE) Country Club, where he trains youth in fitness and sports performance. He organizes and co-leads LTAD Summits and Playgrounds nationwide, which bring local, grassroots individuals together to learn, share, and develop action and accountability plans for cradle-to-grave implementation of LTAD. He contributes articles regularly on long-term athletic development (LTAD) and the application of concepts of pediatric exercise science for coaches, personal trainers, physical education teachers, and those who wish to improve the lives of our young people. Rick is a Master’s Strongman competitor.

Moving2Live previously interviewed Rick Howard (episodes released 8/30/17 and 9/13/17); link to Part 1: http://www.moving2live.com/2017/08/30/podcast-01-17-rick-howard-part-1/

Tony Moreno, PhD CSCS*D, is Professor of Kinesiology at Eastern Michigan University and teaches courses in biomechanics and performance enhancement. For over 20 years he has served as consultant and coach educator for the Michigan High School Athletic Association and delivered sport medicine, athlete development, and performance training content for high schools throughout the State. He has authored a variety of articles and coach education materials for US Lacrosse, USA Hockey, the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America), and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). In addition, he has served as a strength and conditioning coach at both the intercollegiate and high school level, operations management and owner-operator of a fitness facility, and currently serves as President of East Lansing (MI) Youth Lacrosse Club.

Rick Howard, MEd, CSCS,*D, FNSCA, contact info:
E-mail: rihoward41@gmail.com

Website: https://youthsportfitnesscoach.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rihoward41

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rihoward41/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rihoward41

Tony Moreno, PhD, CSCS, contact info:
E-mail: amoreno@emich.edu

Website: https://www.emich.edu/chhs/hphp/faculty/t_moreno.php

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TMoreno40SL

Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Larry Gioia, Dynamic Paddlers
http://www.dynamicpaddlers.com

Check out the episode of our sister podcast FitLabPGH featuring Larry Gioia, released 6/11/17; link: https://www.fitlabpgh.com/2017/06/11/podcast-26-17-dynamic-paddlers-larry-gioia/

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
https://www.nsca.com

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Youth Training and Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) Position Statement and Resources
https://www.nsca.com/youth_training_and_long-term_athletic_development/

NSCA Long-Term Athletic Development Special Interest Group (SIG), SIG Chair: Joe Eisenmann, PhD
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSCA.YouthSIG/

Jenny Ploss, PT, DPT
https://langfordpt.com

Check out the Moving2Live Podcast episodes featuring Jenny Ploss, PT, DPT, released 10/10/18 and 10/24/18; link to Part 1: http://www.moving2live.com/2018/10/10/podcast-3718-jenny-ploss-physical-therapist-langford-sports-physical-therapy-movnat-part-1/

MovNat – Natural Movement
https://www.movnat.com

XPOGO (extreme pogo sticking)
https://xpogo.com

Check out the episode of our sister podcast FitLabPGH featuring Will Weiner of XPOGO, released 9/15/19; Link: https://www.fitlabpgh.com/2019/09/15/will-weiner-xpogo/

Vurtego Pogo Sticks
https://www.vurtegopogo.com

Amanda Visek, PhD, FUN MAPS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajvisek/

Contact Info for Moving2Live:
Web: Moving2Live

Email: mov2liv@gmail.com

Twitter: @_mov2liv

Instagram: @_mov2liv

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Niki Campbell is the owner of The Flourish Group, a consulting firm with a passion for food, fitness, health and wellness. Flourish offers wellness consulting and coaching to both individuals and companies as well as marketing and PR services for companies in the health and wellness industries. She started her journey to be healthier in 2014 after being diagnosed with two autoimmune conditions and learning about the importance of food and fitness to overall wellness. She is an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer, Health Coach and Weight Management Specialist and will complete a degree in dietetics this year through CCAC.
Show Notes: Niki Campbell – contact info:
E-mail: niki@theflourishgroup.net
Website: https://www.theflourishgroup.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFlourishGroup/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theflourishgroup/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachniki/
Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Reed & Co, Pittsburgh, PA (Lawrenceville)
http://reedand.company
Valerie Beichner, Executive Director, Venture Outdoors

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Check out the FitLabPGH Podcast episode featuring Valerie Beichner of Venture Outdoors, released 12/8/19. Link: https://www.fitlabpgh.com/2019/12/08/valerie-beichner-venture-outdoors-exeecutive-director/
Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA
https://www.sru.edu
Dr. Ian Dunican, PhD
https://sleep4performance.com.au
Check out the episodes of our sister podcast Moving2Live featuring Dr. Ian Dunican, PhD, released 1/16/19 and 1/30/19. Link to Part 1: http://www.moving2live.com/2019/01/16/podcast-319-dr-ian-dunican-phd-sleep4perdformance-melius-consulting/
Commander Sam Brasfield, US Navy
https://www.public.navy.mil/netc/centers/ceneoddive/ndstc/commandinfo.aspx#tab1
Check out the episode of our sister podcast Moving2Live featuring Commander Sam Brasfield, released 9/18/18; Link: http://www.moving2live.com/2019/09/18/commander-sam-brasfield-us-navy/
ACE Fitness
https://www.acefitness.org
Dr. David Lobur, MD, Pittsburgh Center for Functional Medicine
http://www.drlobur.com
Check out the FitLabPGH Podcast episode featuring Dr. Lobur, MD, released 6/16/19. Link: https://www.fitlabpgh.com/2019/06/16/david-lobur-md-squirrel-hill-family-wellness-center/
Grace Kosko – Movement should not be a burden
https://www.instagram.com/graceinstrength/
Check out the FitLabPGH Podcast episode featuring Grace Kosko, released 2/9/20. Link: https://www.fitlabpgh.com/2020/02/09/grace-kosko/
Samantha Wood, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS
https://www.dynamicptcos.com/our-practice
Check out the episodes of our sister podcast Moving2…