54. Boost Your Energy as a Working Mom with Nicole Szpilka

Boost Your Energy as a Working Mom, through Integrative Health and Balanced Living

In this comprehensive episode of Working Mom Moments, I sit down with Nicole Szpilka, Vice President and co-founder of Coastal MD, to delve into the essentials of integrative healthcare for busy working moms.

Nicole discusses the significance of distinguishing between lifespan and health-span and emphasizes the importance of holistic well-being through nutrition, hydration, exercise, stress management, and sleep. These are the five pillars of total health, and critical for working moms to pay attention to!

She offers practical tips for maintaining a balanced diet, including meal prep and mindful eating, and stresses the crucial role of hydration for mental clarity and energy levels. The episode also covers the benefits of IV hydration and specialized vitamin cocktails for quick, effective rehydration.

Nicole highlights the value of consistent exercise, particularly walking and strength training, for boosting energy and overall health, addressing the differences between morning and evening workouts. She shares her personal journey in balancing a busy career and family life, illustrating how quality time with loved ones can coexist with professional success.

Moreover, Nicole explores stress management techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, and breath work, all tailored to the hectic schedules of working moms. She also dives into the pivotal role of sleep in restoring the body and regulating hormones, sharing her experience with sleep training for better nighttime rest. This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration, making it a must-listen for any mom striving to balance a thriving career with a healthy, happy home life.

 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview

01:31 Nicole's Journey and Coastal MD

02:52 Balancing Work and Family Life

05:40 Foundations of Health: Nutrition

13:50 Hydration and Its Importance

15:53 IV Hydration and Vitamin Cocktails

18:45 Exercise and Energy Management

19:18 The Importance of Exercise

19:42 Walking and Strength Training for Women

22:24 Morning vs. Night Exercise

27:15 Managing Stress for Working Moms

34:01 The Role of Sleep in Wellbeing

35:28 Personal Sleep Training Success

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