Unlocking Holistic Health with Kathleen Klug
Episode Overview In this enlightening episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Kathleen Klug, a seasoned expert with over 40 years in the fitness, health, and wellness industry. Kathleen shares her journey, insights on holistic health, and practical strategies for making lasting lifestyle changes. Whether you're looking to improve your physical health, mental well-being, or spiritual balance, Kathleen's holistic approach offers actionable steps to transform your life.
Guest Introduction: Kathleen...
Unlocking Holistic Health with Kathleen Klug
Episode Overview In this enlightening episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Kathleen Klug, a seasoned expert with over 40 years in the fitness, health, and wellness industry. Kathleen shares her journey, insights on holistic health, and practical strategies for making lasting lifestyle changes. Whether you're looking to improve your physical health, mental well-being, or spiritual balance, Kathleen's holistic approach offers actionable steps to transform your life.
Guest Introduction: Kathleen Klug
- Background:
- 40-year veteran in fitness, health, and wellness
- Holistic Health Coach
- Health Educator at Kaiser Permanente
- Speaker and Author
- Achievements:
- Creator of the "Start with One" course
- Author of Start with One: A Simple Approach to Upgrade Your Health, Body, Mind, and Spirit
Journey to Holistic Health
- Early Career:
- Began teaching group exercise in her late teens alongside her twin sister
- Worked at Jack LaLanne Gym in the early 1980s
- Professional Growth:
- Transitioned from group exercise to personal training
- Raised a family while pursuing higher education in addiction studies
- Attended the Institute of Integrative Nutrition
- Current Roles:
- Health Educator at Kaiser Permanente
- Independent Health Coach
- Author and Course Creator
Understanding Lifestyle Change
- Common Challenges:
- Overwhelm from excessive information
- Contradictory advice leading to confusion
- Difficulty in breaking long-standing habits
- Core Principles:
- Basics of Health: Eat healthy, move your body, reduce stress
- Behavior Change: Importance of awareness and deliberate action
- Addiction to Habits: How processed foods and ingrained behaviors act like addictions
The "Start with One" Approach
- Concept Origin:
- Inspired by the need to simplify the change process
- Emphasizes starting with one manageable action to avoid overwhelm
- Integrative Life Circle:
- Assessment tool covering body, mind, and spirit
- Identifies strengths and areas for improvement
- Focuses on selecting one target behavior to change
The GEAR Mnemonic: A Framework for Change
- Get Your Goal:
- Set a specific, achievable daily target behavior
- Environment:
- Design your surroundings to support your goal (e.g., laying out walking shoes)
- Ask for Support:
- Seek accountability and connection from others
- Reward:
- Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements to reinforce positive behavior
Key Takeaways
- Start Small: Focus on one change at a time to build momentum.
- Understand Your Why: Clarify the deeper reasons behind your desire to change.
- Create a Supportive Environment: Modify your surroundings to make healthy choices easier.
- Seek Accountability: Engage with a support system to stay motivated.
- Reward Progress: Use positive reinforcement to maintain new habits.
Resources Mentioned
- Books:
- Start with One: A Simple Approach to Upgrade Your Health, Body, Mind, and Spirit by Kathleen Klug
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
- Change or Die by Dr. Dean Ornish
- Websites:
- Kathleen Klug’s Coaching: www.KathleenKlug.com
- Kathleen Klug’s Book: www.KathleenKlugBook.com
- Dr. Allen Lycka’s Site: www.drallenlycka.com
How to Connect with Kathleen Klug
- Website: www.KathleenKlug.com
- Book Purchase: Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and www.KathleenKlugBook.com
- Free Resources: Accessible through her website
BIO:
Kathleen Klug, a 40-year veteran in Fitness, Health, & Wellness, is a Holistic Health Coach, Health Educator at Kaiser Permanente, and Speaker. She's the creator of the START with ONE eCourse and author of START with ONE – A Simple Approach to Upgrade Your Health – Body, Mind, and Spirit. Kathleen empowers people to revitalize their health through a holistic approach that nurtures body, mind, and spirit. Her teachings offer practical tools, mindset shifts, and a healthy dose of grace to inspire lasting, positive change.
Social Media:
Instagram: Kathleen Klug (@kathleenklughealth) • Instagram photos and videos
Coaching Website: https://kathleenklug.com
Book Website: https://kathleenklugbook.com
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