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In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Hinton, certified wellness coach, owner of 859 WELL, and Director of Health Promotion at Centre College, to explore the unique challenges facing today’s young adults.

Ashley works closely with college students, helping them navigate stress, build healthier coping strategies, and develop a more balanced relationship with food through intuitive eating.

We discuss how parents can begin encouraging healthy habits early, what’s changing on college campuses—including shifts in substance use—and how social media is impacting mental health. We also dive into practical ways to support your child, including one simple but powerful question: “Do you want help solving this, or do you just need me to listen?”

You’ll also hear how mindfulness can look different for everyone, why modeling healthy stress management matters, and how to help your child build a lifelong “toolkit” for resilience.

Find Ashley Hinton, MS, MPH at 859 W.E.L.L Coaching & Consulting

www.859wellky.com

859.433.6321

Additional Resources:

T-Break Guide: Take a cannabis tolerance break for 21 days

Grok cards

Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults

Intuitive Eating workbook

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What can we learn from people who stay active, competitive, and engaged as they age?

In this episode, Dustin Jones, DPT, joins us to share powerful lessons from master’s athletes—individuals who don’t just exercise, but stay in the game for life. We talk about how social connection, self-efficacy, and a willingness to adapt—not quit—keep them moving through injuries, life changes, and aging.

We also explore why combining different types of movement—from endurance training to sports that challenge balance and agility—can support long-term health and independence.

Whether you’re in a busy season of life or feel like it’s too late to start, this episode is a powerful reminder that movement isn’t just about exercise—it’s about staying connected, capable, and engaged in the life you want to live.

If you’ve been on the sidelines, consider this your invitation to get back in the game!

Find Dustin Jones, DPT at Hyphen

Links to stay in the game:

National Senior Games

Kentucky Senior Games

Link to SAFE : Sustained Athlete Fitness Exam

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specific individual’s medical condition. No information provided in this podcast constitutes medical advice and is not an attempt to practice medicine or to provide specific medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This podcast does not create a physician- patient relationship and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please do not rely on this podcast for emergency medical treatment. Remember that everyone is different so make sure you consult your own healthcare professional before seeking any new treatment and before you alter, suspend, or initiate a new change in your routine.

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In this episode, we sit down with precision medicine physician Dr. Meghan Jones to explore how personalized health data can guide lifestyle decisions.

Dr. Jones explains what happens during a precision medicine evaluation and the types of data that are analyzed—from genetic testing to metabolic markers and wearable data. We discuss what your genes can reveal about things like insulin sensitivity, optimal eating patterns, cardiovascular risk, and even dementia risk.

But perhaps the most interesting takeaway? Even with all of this personalized data, the core recommendations are often the same. The foundational pillars of health—nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management—remain essential for nearly everyone.

Precision medicine doesn’t replace these basics. Instead, it helps fine-tune the final pieces and can be a powerful motivator for people trying to make meaningful lifestyle changes.

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The content in this podcast is for general reference and educational purposes only. It is not meant to be complete or exhaustive, or to be applicable to any
specific individual’s medical condition. No information provided in this podcast constitutes medical advice and is not an attempt to practice medicine or to provide specific medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This podcast does not create a physician- patient relationship and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please do not rely on this podcast for emergency medical treatment. Remember that everyone is different so make sure you consult your own healthcare professional before seeking any new treatment and before you alter, suspend, or initiate a new change in your routine.