Beyond the Routine

On this episode, Betina and Nic talk about the differences between short and long workouts and how to prioritize exercising even if your partner doesn't. They address questions regarding what they've learned about each other since having their daughter and they tackle what types of workouts are appropriate for children during the off-season of school sports. They discuss mushroom coffee, types of mushrooms included, and more. The couple closes the episode with funny anecdotes about each other.  Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode.  Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.comDisclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. 

On this week's episode, Nic and Betina dive into their relationship dynamic and what they do to maintain a happy, healthy marriage. They share their generational differences and what attracted them to one another. The couple addresses the communication practices that help them understand and support each other, from practicing empathy to how to have intentional and open communication. They discuss the importance of expressing emotions and the power of alone time. They close by sharing how they connect while traveling and reconnect once home. Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode.  Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.comDisclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. 

On this episode, Betina and Nic dive into some of the best practices to help you feel your best while traveling. They cover tips for staying healthy on planes and how to recover from jetlag and get your circadian rhythm back on track. They also discuss how to eat healthy on the road - for short trips and long trips. They close by discussing whether you should work out when traveling and suggest ways to stay active.  Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode.  Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.com Products & Books mentioned. We do use affiliate codes when possible. Saline Nasal SprayCompression SocksHyperice Normatec Go Compression DeviceLMNT Electrolyte Powder PacketsSNOOZ Go Sound MachineLivOn Laboratories Lypo–Spheric Vitamin CStasher Silicone Reusable Storage BagChampion Sports Lacrosse BallDisclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. 

Betina and Nic share a cute update on Aluna's growing vocabulary and then dive into the second half of fitness myths everyone should know about. They share workout examples and best practices as well as the science based insights that combat each of these exercise myths. The myths touched on in this week's episode include: Stretching before working out is essential, treadmill and outdoor running deliver the same results, you shouldn't work out hard during pregnancy, power training requires many repetitions and soreness means results.  Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode.  Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.comDisclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. 

Betina and Nic briefly recap their week and share how they train and program for themselves and clients that are professional athletes. Offering health statistics and sharing tips to optimize your workout routines, the couple take listeners through the first 5 exercise myths and the reality behind each in this two part series. The myths they tackle include: HIIT & cardio workouts deliver the best results, weight training makes you bulky, spot training will reduce fat, exercise can overcome a poor die and longer workouts are more effective workouts.  Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode.  Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.comDisclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. 

In this episode, Betina and Nic recap their time at Super Bowl LVII, partying post-game and training while traveling with a child. They share their nighttime routines and activities that help to optimize sleep, like sleep tracking, avoiding late-night meals and blue light blocking. The duo discusses their down regulation practices and touches on marijuana and journaling.  They close by talking about alcohol's effect on sleep, the importance of mouth tape and nose breathing, and the mindfulness practice that completes their routine.  Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode.  Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.com Products & Books mentioned. We do use affiliate codes when possible. The Oxygen Advantage: Simple, Scientifically Proven Breathing Techniques to Help You Become Healthier, Slimmer, Faster, and FitterOura Ring Sleep Strip Mouth Tape Disclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. 

On this episode, Nic and Betina discuss their intensive travel and work schedules and what that looks like with Aluna.  They share about their upbringings and how that impacted their journey in the world of fitness.  Nic deep dives into his athletic experiences throughout high school and college. He shares about his time in the NFL and the moment he knew he wanted to be a strength and conditioning coach for professional athletes. They discuss how their careers have evolved and the similarities between their training philosophies for everyday people and high-level athletes. They wrap up the episode with the technologies that enhance training and share about their Line Up with Us program.** For listeners of Beyond the Routine: Sign up for Betina and Nic's Line Up with Us program and enter PODCAST at checkout for a discount on your membership.  Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode. Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.com Disclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. Each person has unique needs and health requirements.  While we make every effort to ensure that the information we share is accurate, we welcome any feedback or content corrections. 

On this episode, Betina and Nic share the chaos of their life with the family's recent illness and Nic's work travel.  They discuss Betina's pregnancy and how things have been different with baby no. 2. The couple share wellness advice for navigating the newborn phase, like preparing for a new child to managing the postpartum period and beyond. They share healthy sleep practices for new parents, how to support the mom, and how to communicate those needs with your partner and extended network. The husband and wife duo touch on meal planning, parenting philosophies, and the books that informed their decisions. They dive into postpartum self-care for mothers and the importance of nurturing their mental and physical health. They close on how to handle the ups and downs of life and the power of mindfulness practices through any life challenge.  Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode. Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.com Products & Books mentioned. We do use affiliate codes when possible. The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother by Heng Ou, Amely Greeven, & Marisa Belger Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans  by Michaeleen Doucleff. Disclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. Each person has unique needs and health requirements.  While we make every effort to ensure that the information we share is accurate, we welcome any feedback or content corrections. 

On this episode, Nic recaps his work trip to Los Angeles and Betina shares how she manages while he's away. They discuss how Betina is feeling at this stage in her pregnancy and the status of her upcoming book. The couple then dives into their morning routine. They share the importance of sun before screens, insights from Dr. Andrew Huberman, and how morning sun affects your circadian rhythm, sleep and so much more. They share the benefits of tongue scraping as well as the benefits of drinking water first thing in the morning and why you need it before food and caffeine. The duo addresses their morning diets, types of foods that jumpstart their day, and why meal prepping doesn't need to be difficult. The episode ends with a look at supplements for those who work out and even those who are pregnant. It touches on pre-workout and what you need to know about how they work and when to be cautious.Have questions for Betina & Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode. Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us beyondtheroutinepodcast.com Products & Books mentioned. We do use affiliate codes when possible. The Circadian Code by Dr. Satchin Panda PhDHow Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease by Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM & Gene StoneLMNT Electrolyte Powder PacketsDisclosure: Betina is a paid sponsor of LMNT Electrolytes, but her opinions expressed in this episode are authentic and not part of this partnership. Disclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Beyond the Routine hosts Betina and Nic Shimonek and their guests. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are their own and should not be taken as medical advice. The podcast content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.  

On this episode, Betina and Nic share their professional backgrounds and dive into the specifics of their relationship. They discuss how they met, their move from Los Angeles to Texas, the importance of family and their growing abode and Nic's new obsession with cooking. They tackle their methods for making big life decisions and career changes and share stories about traveling and living with a toddler.Have questions for Betina and Nic? Email the show at contact@beyondtheroutinepodcast.com for a chance to have your question answered on a future episode.  Follow us on Instagram @beyondtheroutinepodcastVisit us at beyondtheroutinepodcast.com