Bonus: Effective Habits to Reduce Inflammation and Boost Energy with Amy Behimer
Send us a textIf you're living with an autoimmune condition or managing chronic inflammation, building sustainable habits can feel overwhelming.But what if you could feel better by doing less, not more?This week on the show, I'm sharing an episode of The Body Nerd Show where I got to be the one answering questions for a change.I share a big about my story, diagnosed with MS in 2012. I talk about my approach to health and wellness and living a good life with my diagnosis, and how I blend my personal journey with professional expertise to help others feel better through feel-good habits - without falling into the trap of perfectionism.Whether you’re living with MS or another autoimmune diagnosis, I promise you this conversation is the breath of fresh air and permission you’ve been waiting for.You’ll learn:The key habits for reducing inflammationWhy rest is more effective than “stressing less”How to set perfectionism aside and make truly sustainable habitsWhat inflammation really is and how to measure progress beyond just lab resultsTake the free quiz to discover YOUR #1 Habit for Autoimmune HealthWant to take what you learn here and apply it? Join the CLUB.Podcast WebsiteSign-Up for my Daily Dose of Habits for Autoimmune Health. Follow me on Instagram: @amybehimercoachingPlease be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you are feeling extra generous, rate the show and leave a review to help other find us.The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health (visual with descriptions)Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, Medical Disclaimer
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Habit 93: Move Smarter, Not Harder with Alexandra Ellis
Send us a textYou don’t have to push harder to feel better. In this conversation with movement educator and self-proclaimed Body Nerd Alex Ellis, we explore how rethinking movement can relieve pain, support autoimmune health, and make strength training actually doable—even when you're dealing with fatigue, hypermobility, or injuries. From therapy balls to lazy-boy squats, we cover simple, science-backed ways to move your body differently—and feel better doing it.What you’ll hear in this episode:Why more stretching isn’t always better—and what to do insteadHow hypermobility and pain are connected (and what is often missed)The surprising benefits of strength training for autoimmune healthWhy small, gentle movements can be just as powerful as workoutsHow to use therapy balls for pain relief, lymphatic flow, and nervous system regulationThe difference between good pain and bad pain—and how to tune into your body’s whispersWhat it really means to “maintain your body” DO of the DAY: Pick one new movement to try today. Reach up every time you walk through a doorway. Or try standing from your chair without using your hands. Or roll a tennis ball under your foot while you work. One tiny action counts toward maintaining your body—and feeling better.Links & Resources Mentioned: 🔗 Learn about Alex and her work (& her balls) here: www.aewellness.com Follow Alex on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/hollaformala/ Get your daily dose of habits for autoimmune health delivered straight to your inbox here: www.amybehimercoaching.com/newsletterTake the free quiz to discover YOUR #1 Habit for Autoimmune HealthWant to take what you learn here and apply it? Join the CLUB.Podcast WebsiteSign-Up for my Daily Dose of Habits for Autoimmune Health. Follow me on Instagram: @amybehimercoachingPlease be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you are feeling extra generous, rate the show and leave a review to help other find us.The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health (visual with descriptions)Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, Medical Disclaimer
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Habit 92: Age Well with Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum
Send us a textWhat if the second half of life is when your energy starts to pick up? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum—psychologist, fellow positive psychology lover, and founder of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy—who started her biggest passion project at age 65 and is still going strong at 75. We talk about what it really means to age well, why coaching is the missing link in our healthcare system, and how to take charge of your health—at any age—with joy, purpose, and power.Here’s what you’ll hear in this conversation:Why coaching works (and how it’s different from therapy or medical care)The surprising science behind aging, energy, and intergenerational connectionWhat’s missing in most healthcare visits—and how coaching fills the gapHow to start small with healthy habits that make a big impact over timeThe mindset shift that helped Dr. Sandy trade high heels for sneakers and embrace aging on her termsA real-life example of how simple habits changes health (and perspective)The role of curiosity, joy, and standing tall in aging well“You are the CEO of your health. Your body is resilient. And the changes you make today—no matter how small—can shape the rest of your life.” —Dr. Sandra ScheinbaumDO of the DAY: Stand up (or sit up) straight, take a deep breath, and ask yourself: What would bring me joy today? Let the answer shape one action you take to feel better right now.Ready to join a CLUB that turns wanting to age well to actually ensuring it happens? HERE it is, your multi-generational home for making autoimmune health a habit.Take the free quiz to discover YOUR #1 Habit for Autoimmune HealthWant to take what you learn here and apply it? Join the CLUB.Podcast WebsiteSign-Up for my Daily Dose of Habits for Autoimmune Health. Follow me on Instagram: @amybehimercoachingPlease be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you are feeling extra generous, rate the show and leave a review to help other find us.The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health (visual with descriptions)Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, Medical Disclaimer
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Habit 91: Keep Just The Essence
Send us a textWhen a habit feels hard to break, it might be because you’re trying to give up more than you need to. In this episode, I teach a powerful strategy that lets you honor what you actually love about a habit—without keeping the parts that no longer serve your health goals. You’ll hear examples from my life and my clients, and walk away with a fresh, flexible mindset that helps you make lasting change feel easier.Key Takeaways:The part of a habit you think you have to give up might not be the part you actually love most.There’s a way to create change that doesn’t feel like sacrifice—and it starts with one key question.What if you could keep the feeling, the vibe, the ritual… just in a healthier form?This isn’t about tricking your brain—it’s about understanding how it really works, and working with it instead of against it.Whether it's wine, fried food, or a hike you used to love, this episode shows you how to honor the essence—and rewrite the rest.I wrap up, as always, with an invite for your DO of the DAY. One small action to take what you learn and actually apply it so you can be your healthiest.If today's the day to experience The Habit Hub Approach to becoming your healthiest, I've got you HERE.Take the free quiz to discover YOUR #1 Habit for Autoimmune HealthWant to take what you learn here and apply it? Join the CLUB.Podcast WebsiteSign-Up for my Daily Dose of Habits for Autoimmune Health. Follow me on Instagram: @amybehimercoachingPlease be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you are feeling extra generous, rate the show and leave a review to help other find us.The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health (visual with descriptions)Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, Medical Disclaimer
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Habit 90: Drop the 'Shoulds' with Ayurvedic Coach Carly Banks
Send us a textWhat if the path to feeling better wasn’t about learning more—but remembering what you already know? In this conversation with Ayurvedic practitioner Carly Banks, we explore how ancient wisdom meets modern health in simple, doable ways. You'll hear how to make Ayurveda incredibly approachable, how your energy might be tied to your dosha, and how tiny “pocket practices” can shift everything—even if you never take a supplement or memorize your mind-body type.This episode is a permission slip to drop the shoulds and start trusting yourself again. No overwhelm required.Key TakeawaysYou don’t have to overhaul your life to start using Ayurveda—it’s about tuning into what you already feel.Most “healthy” trends are helpful only if they’re right for your body and energy—Ayurveda helps you filter what’s for you.Pocket practices are the key: small, simple actions that restore energy, balance, and well-being. Think, TRUST in the TINY.Every dosha has beautiful strengths and specific imbalances; knowing yours helps you show up with more compassion.True rest requires less stimulation—not just fewer tasks, but fewer inputs like screens, books, and noise."The overall sense of a life well lived is the accumulation of the little ways that you treated yourself every single day." Carly BanksDO of the DAY: Drop one “should.” Just one.Pick a habit, a food, a trend, or a to-do that you’ve been doing because someone else told you to, and let it go. Try trusting yourself instead—and notice how that feels.Follow Carly on Insta @thehabitayurveda or get to know yourself through the lens of Ayurveda with a free quiz at thehabit.net/quiz. To learn more about the doshas, Carly kindly shared a free class. Check it out here.Take the free quiz to discover YOUR #1 Habit for Autoimmune HealthWant to take what you learn here and apply it? Join the CLUB.Podcast WebsiteSign-Up for my Daily Dose of Habits for Autoimmune Health. Follow me on Instagram: @amybehimercoachingPlease be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you are feeling extra generous, rate the show and leave a review to help other find us.The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health (visual with descriptions)Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, Medical Disclaimer
A podcast to help you shift from managing autoimmune disease to creating autoimmune health using the power of everyday habits.The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is for anyone wanting to create autoimmune health using the small but mighty power of everyday habits. You can expect to gain Information, Inspiration, and Insight on research-backed habits shown to help you gain energy, improve your body’s function, and take control of your future. Each episode covers one habit proven to promote healing, from the cell up. You’ll learn WHAT the habit is, the science behind WHY you may try it, and you’ll leave with a clear next step on HOW to habit using strategies that work. After the learning comes the doing, the secret sauce for change. Learning + Action = Change.Hosted by Amy Behimer, a doctor of pharmacy, nationally board certified health and wellness coach, and certified life coach trained in functional medicine and The Wahls Protocol. She lives with multiple sclerosis, walking the talk alongside you every step of the way. Using her education, training, and first hand experience with autoimmune disease, you can count on a curated menu of habits proven to help your mind and body function better so you can feel your best.So what is The Habit Hub? It's a framework that describes the 6 key areas of lifestyle medicine most worthy of your habit mastering efforts.The key areas (spokes) of The Habit Hub include (1) Mindset, (2) Food as Medicine, (3) Movement as Medicine, (4) Rest and Relaxation, (5) Connection, and (6) The “Good Stress.”You'll hear about habits recommended by health and wellness experts, other autoimmune warriors, and the tried and true of Amy and the clients she is fortunate enough to help. No habit is too small, as they are truly the short term goals to help you reach your long term dreams. With a desire to share enough habits to fill multiple lifetimes, take what works for you and leave the rest. Choose your own (habit-filled) adventure. No matter what your diagnosis or starting place, there’s something here for you. You’re in the right place.Sign-up for my weekly newsletter: https://amybehimercoaching.com/newsletter Let's connect: amy@amybehimercoaching.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/amybehimercoaching/ Podcast website: thehabithubpodcast.amybehimercoaching.comWebsite: www.amybehimercoaching.com
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