2% Better

Welcome to the 2% Better Podcast I'm Dr. Heidi Cooke Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Athletic trainer and I'm Tyler Smith Certified Athletic Trainer and Certified Sports Nutritionist. Together we explore real-world health, wellness, and fitness to help you explore strategies to make daily progress toward your goals. No fluff, no bs, just real-life solutions to your real-world health and fitness questions. We'll help you navigate every aspect of this ever-growing world of health and fitness and help you understand what real, what works, and give you strategies to apply it to your everyday life. Every day getting 2% Better.

It's not Goodbye - It's see you later!

Its not goodbye, its see you later... On this weeks episode of the pod, Heidi and Tyler discuss the future of the podcast, the growth of the business and why they are taking a temporary step back. Even though the podcast wont be airing for a few months, still feel free to reach out and ask questions on insta: @doc_heidcooke and @Tylersatc See you soon!!

02-28
29:50

Heart rate and health goals

On this weeks episode of the pod, Heidi and Tyler talk about heart rate and resistance training and how these are incorporated into our overall health goals. They discuss how to combat discouragement when it comes to lower hear rate during strength and resistance training, along with why higher heart rate and overall calories burned during a workout isn't always the main objective. If you have questions reach out on insta @doc_heidcooke or @Tylersatc Be sure to rate, review, and share...

02-21
53:27

Crank Up The CHEESE with some self love

On this weeks pod, Heidi and Tyler discuss how health and fitness has been advertised to disrupt our self love. They dive into the importance of showing up for ourselves, and how health and fitness can actually be a great component in the equation of self love and rebuilding a relationship with ourselves. If you have questions reach out on insta @doc_heidcooke or @Tylersatc Be sure to rate, review, and share with a friend if you liked this week's episode.

02-14
46:57

Changing tones on fitness topics

On this weeks pod, Heidi and Tyler discuss their changing opinions on certain topics in the health and fitness realm, what caused them to change their tones on these topics, and why it is beneficial to be open about changing your mind. If you have questions reach out on insta @doc_heidcooke or @Tylersatc Be sure to rate, review, and share with a friend if you liked this week's episode.

02-07
54:59

How fear bubbles to the surface

This week on the pod, Heidi and Tyler discuss FEAR! How fear shows up in our lives, how it impacts our decisions, and specifically how it holds us back from start/ create a healthy life style, along with what you can do to combat this fear. If you have questions reach out on insta @doc_heidcooke or @Tylersatc Be sure to rate, review, and share with a friend if you liked this week's episode.

01-31
01:12:44

Sprinkles alone make really shitty sundae

This week on the pod, Heidi and Tyler discuss the dichotomy of motivation, the differences and importance of both internal and external motivation, and what role dicipline plays in the equation, and what you can do to improve in any of these 3 areas. if you have questions reach out on insta @doc_heidcooke or @Tylersatc Be sure to rate, review, and share with a friend if you liked this week's episode.

01-24
46:17

2022 Health & Fitness Trends

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler break down some of the hottest fitness trends of 2022 and dissect what they like, and what they don't like about these emerging ideas that are gaining more and more traction. From Weight neutral health, to sound healing, to recovery becoming part of the training process they dive into it all! What do you think? Share your ideas or ask questions over on insta @Tylersatc & @Doc_heidcooke

01-18
59:23

Open Mic Night | Pt. 2

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler flip the script in one of their favorite segments....OPEN MIC NIGHT! This week instead of answering your questions they ask each other their burning questions in the realm of health and fitness and have an open discussion about things like our biggest mistakes, what's inspiring us lately, and really pressing matters like our fave Christmas gifts. Tune in to have some fun this week as we tackle OPEN MIC NIGHT!

01-10
01:06:01

2022 Projects

On this week's episode, Heidi and Tyler dive into a revamped way to think about your 2022 goals/resolutions/intentions. and layout the projects they want to accomplish in 2022. Tyler explores the project of his mental health as well as re-energizing some current projects and Heidi walks through the process of what those projects look like throughout the podcast. We'd love to hear what your 2022 projects are! Shoot us a DM @Doc_heidcooke on Instagram or @TylersATC.

01-03
01:01:10

Helpful or Hurtful | Pt. 2

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler dive back into the wonderful world of motivational quotes and dissect whether or not we think they are helpful to your fitness journey....or if they are more hurtful! But this time we put a little new years twist on this game that you'll have to tune in to find out! Happy new year everyone! May 2022 be filled with all the health and happiness!

12-27
01:11:14

Merry Christmas!

From everyone here at 2% Better Pod, Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

12-20
04:55

MTMM - Student case study

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler dive into a current MTMM student question/struggle point as it is a COMMON struggle point for MANY individuals out there. If you feel like the only way you've seen "results" in the health and fitness space is through restriction...this episode is for you!

12-13
55:18

The Holiday Gift Guide

On this week's episode, Tyler and Heidi run down their FAVORITE gift-giving ideas that are a healthier alternative for a typical Christmas gift but also are things that we have and love or would LOVE to find under the tree this year! All are linked below! BEARD STRUGGLE TRX SUSPENSION TRAINER RUBBERBANDITZ RESISTANCE BANDS BONES COFFEE DR. SQUATCH SOAP SENITA ATHLETICWEAR - USE CODE HEIDI15 FOR 15% OFF AT CHECKOUT DOC HEID COOKE MERCH HOT POP POPCORN POPPER

12-08
52:12

Gratitude Beyond Thanksgiving

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler dive into a hot topic around Thanksgiving .... GRATITUDE! We talk about how consciously practicing gratitude has impacted our lives and how you can use this holiday to be the catalyst to a daily gratitude practice that spans far beyond our beloved turkey day! IF YOU LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR DROP A RATING, WRITE A REVIEW, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY SHARE WITH A FRIEND!

11-30
47:34

The Body Image Battle

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler dive into a common struggle. Body image. They dispel some myths about loving your body as well as drop some of their top tips to help you start to cultivate a healthy positive relationship with your body. if you like what you hear be sure to rate, review, and most importantly share with a friend!

11-23
01:00:37

Tackling the Holiday Scaries

It might be the most wonderful time of the year....but it's no secret that for a lot of people this time of year comes with its own special bag of added stress/anxiety and Heidi and Tyler are tackling this so you can find your way to a healthy happy holiday season! Whether it's added stress from hosting, family drama, crazy schedules, or increased anxiety around food and feeling like all your progress is getting chucked out the window this episode is for you! If you like what you hear be su...

11-15
01:13:53

How to live like the healthiest people in the world | PT 2

In this week's episode, Heidi and Tyler break down Pt. 2 of living like the healthiest people in the world and break down the principles that these individuals live by... as well as some simple ways you. an integrate these principles into your everyday life! If you like what you hear be sure to leave a rating and write a review! Most importantly share with a friend!

11-08
34:33

How to live like the healthiest people in the world | PT 1

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler break down how to live like LITERALLY the healthiest people in the world and break down the 9 principles that are the common thread amongst these blue zones. We chat about the principles themselves and also discuss tangible ways you can integrate these principles into your life to become the healthiest version of yourself! Like what you hear? - don't forget to drop a rating, write a review and most importantly SHARE with a friend!

11-01
01:01:09

Let's Talk About Stress Baby!

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler chat about stress, stress's impact on the body, and some sneaky stress inducers that may be playing a role in how you tackle day-to-day stress. Learn how you can impact your own stress load and become a happier healthier human!

10-25
49:17

Hot Garbage

This week on the pod Heidi and Tyler take on the feeling of "Hot Garbage" and help those who are feeling this way by providing one actionable step based on their contributing factors. Heidi posted a poll last week on Instagram asking how everyone was feeling and 76% said hot garbage. That didn't sit well and we decided we needed to do something about it!

10-18
01:02:35

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