9 to 5 Wellness
Do you have the knowledge you need to help your organization get the best return on the time and capital invested in employee wellbeing? Are you a busy professional or C-suite leader looking to introduce wellbeing program at your work?
Discover the art and science of helping organizations grow their most important resource, their people. In this podcast we discuss how organizations can utilize the potential of wellbeing programs to deliver high return on investment (ROI) to employers. We talk about the radical impact that holistic employee wellbeing programs can have on overall quality of work and productivity. We will be sharing insights on investing in human capital. Such as:
🌟 What has helped their organizations gain a competitive advantage?
🌟 How they see the future of employee wellbeing?
🌟 Misunderstandings that are out in the corporate market today
🌟 Advice to other leaders to create a happier, healthier, and more productive workplace
Our guests are C-suite leaders, and wellness innovators across the value chain: HR managers, wellness champions, community wellbeing ambassadors, service vendors, and wellness consultants.
Episodes
165 episodes
The Belonging Metric in Organization - Moving Beyond DEI
In this 9 to 5 Wellness Podcast episode, I interview Dr. Melissa Durham, Associate Dean of Organizational Success and Wellbeing at USC Mann School of Pharmacy, about reframing DEI as measurable belonging and organizational health rather than pe...
Why Joy at Work Is a Strategic Tool?
In this episode of 9 to 5 Wellness, I sit down with Bosee Akheduri — motivational speaker, corporate trainer, author, and CEO of Goal and Grind LLC — to talk about workplace burnout, disengagement, and the unsustainable cultures so many of us a...
Fasted vs Fed Workouts
On this episode of 9 to 5 Wellness, I sat down with Coach Brian to dig into a question I get asked constantly: should you train fasted or fed? We broke down what fasted training actually means — working out on an empty stomach after going rough...
Muscle-The Hidden Organ
This 9 to 5 Wellness podcast episode we're reframing skeletal muscle as a highly active organ with major roles beyond movement. You'll learn muscles role as the body’s primary “glucose sink,” taking up an estimated 70–80% of post-meal glucose v...
Cycle Sync with Two Moons Health
On this episode of 9 to 5 Wellness, we're joined by Terry Chang and neurologist Dr. Ulrike Kaunzner, the co-founders of Two Moons Health, to dig into seed cycling and what it can mean for women's hormonal...
Where Career Success Meets Personal Wellbeing
In episode I'm celebrating the show’s milestone of over 9,000 downloads and reflecting on the podcast’s mission to help busy professionals prioritize health and well-being as the foundation for everything else. A conversation with a...
Beating Headaches and Neck Pain
In this episode I'm discussing tight shoulders and chronic headaches that hurt focus and productivity with Dr. Jono Taves, a Mayo Clinic-trained doctor of physical therapy and headache specialist who runs Novera Headache Center. Dr....
Finding the Common Language - Decoding Fitness Guidelines and Goals
In this episode I'm interviewing, Rick Howard, an associate professor of applied sports science at West Chester University, about translating adult fitness guidelines into actionable steps for busy professionals. We are seperetaing ...
Q and A on Intermittent Fasting
If you want a deep dive into intermittent fasting (IF) this episode is it!It is an eating pattern focused on meal timing—not a diet—and outlines three common methods (16/8, 5:2, and eat-stop-eat), including what’s allowed during fasting ...
Strength at Every Age
In this episode I’m talking with chiropractic physician and author, Dr. Michael Guadagnino, about building strength and reducing pain at every age without unnecessary drugs or surgery. We’re discussing common misconceptions about aging an...
The People Equation-Cultivating Relational Wellness in Workplace
The People Equation: Cultivating Relational Wellness in the Workplace with Dr. Paul WhiteIn this episode of the 9 to 5 Wellness Podcast, Aesha Tahir sits down with workplace culture expert and bestselling author Dr. Paul White<...
The Functional Edge- Longevity & Performance
In this episode of 9 to 5 Wellness, I'm interviewing exercise physiologist and movement professional Lucas Denham about how performance training metrics can extend health span and support longevity. We're defining longevity versus health span a...
Applying Time Under Tension at Work
I'm diving into the strength-training concept of time under tension (TUT)—the time muscles stay under resistance—and why it drives muscle growth, strength, and endurance by increasing metabolic stress and mechanical fatigue. Using a...
Built to Last-Protecting Bone Health
Maintaining strong and healthy bones is a crucial aspect of overall wellness, particularly as we age. In this episode of the 9 to 5 Wellness Podcast, host Aesha Tahir sat down with Dr. Renee Fogelberg, an expert in women’s health, to discuss th...
Understanding Macros 101
In this epsiode Coach Brian Parana is helping us demystify MACROS- our nutritional building blocks. Together, we're discussing the importance of macros, their roles, and how tracking them can lead to a healthier lifestyle without the stress of ...
Celebrating 150 Episodes and Going All In
A Journey of Growth and Going All InWelcome to a milestone episode of the 9 to 5 Wellness Podcast! As we hit the remarkable 150th episode mark, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the journey so far, the challenges faced, and ...
Dark Chocolate - From Bean to Your Health
Dark Chocolate - From Bean to Your HealthChocolate has long been a favorite indulgence for many around the world, but how much do we truly know about it? From the history-rich cacao pods to the sophisticated science of chocolate-m...
Mold Toxicity and Your Health
Have you ever struggled with chronic, unexplained symptoms that leave even doctors baffled? In this episode we're talking about mold toxicity and its subtle but significant impact on health. Our guest Dr. Diana Stafford, a physician...
The Cauliflower Ice Cream Revolution
In this podcast interview I'm chatting with Milli Kumar, the visionary co-founder of Eat Kinda, a pioneering plant-based ice cream brand. We are talking about the intriguing journey of creating the world's first cauliflower-based ic...
Manifesting Your Aligned Career
Manifesting Your Aligned Career: A Step-by-Step GuideIn a world where everyone is searching for meaning in their professional lives, finding the right career path can feel overwhelming. Recently, I attended a series of Tech Week e...
The 85% Rule - The Power of Doing Less at Work
In our fast-paced world that's constantly pushing for perfection, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle cycle. In this podcast episode we're diving into a pressing work-life issue raised by a listener, Brittany, who feels overwhe...
Basics of Strength Training
In this episode I'm diving into why busy professionals often have low muscle mass and how strength training builds muscle, boosts metabolism, and protects bones.I'm addressing common barriers like women avoiding weights due to “bulky” my...
Nutrition Made Simple with Brownies for Breakfast
In this episode we are diving into simple nutrition tips needed to stay healthy and to reverse type-2 diabetes.Our guest, Lynne Bowman discussed common issues many face, such as the complexity of nutritional advice and the overwhelming a...
Why Health is Your Ultimate Business Strategy
In this episode you can learn why high-achieving professionals must prioritize exercise, nutrition, and sleep as a high-ROI strategy for performance and family life, not “time away” from work. I'm chatting with Health Coach, Brian P...
Optimal Protein Intake for Healthspan
In this episode I dive deep into optimal protein intake for a longer healthspan! 📈Discover science-backed guidelines, debunk myths, and find your perfect protein goal! Listen now! #Protein #Healthspan #WellnessPodcastIn this epsio...
