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The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy - Podcast

The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy - Podcast

By: Tracy Markley
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The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy is your source of practical, uplifting, and science-rooted guidance for living a stronger, safer, and more confident life — at any age.

Hosted by Tracy Markley, internationally recognized fitness educator, award-winning author, stroke recovery specialist, and creator of the bestselling books The Stroke of an Artist, Stroke Recovery - Regaining Arm Movement, Stroke Recovery - Leg Stability and Walking Gait, Stroke Recovery What Now, Balance Walking and Fall Prevention, I'm Not Stupid I have Hearing Loss, and more. This podcast blends expertise with heart. Tracy’s decades of experience helping stroke survivors, seniors, and everyday adults rebuild strength, balance, mobility, and hope shine through every episode.

Whether you’re looking to improve your proprioception, feel steadier on your feet, better understand your body, prevent falls, recover from injury, or simply age with power and grace, this show gives you real tools — not fluff. Tracy brings compassion, clear explanations, and encouraging motivation to help you feel capable, empowered, and ready to move forward.

🎧 Tune in for:

  • Balance, gait, and fall-prevention tips
  • Stroke recovery insights from one of the most trusted voices in the field
  • Fitness and mobility guidance for seniors and pre-seniors
  • Brain–body education and nervous system support
  • Strength training, walking programs, and functional movement
  • Real stories from people who regained independence and confidence
  • Encouragement, mindset support, and realistic strategies you can use today
  • Hearing loss
  • Fitness and exercise for all ages
  • Muscles, joints, ligaments, fascia and more
  • and much more

⭐ Learn More & Stay Connected

Website: https://www.tracymarkley.com

Books by Tracy Markley: https://www.amazon.com/author/tracymarkley

YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@TracyMarkley

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.markley

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivate_healthyfit

⭐ Your Host

Tracy Markley is a biomechanics specialist, educator, and author known for blending anatomy, neuroscience, and compassion to help others move better and live better. Her work has transformed lives around the world — from stroke survivors rebuilding mobility to adults who simply want their body to feel like home again

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Episodes
  • What I Wish I knew About Heat Strokes | Warning Signs and How to Avoid It

    What I Wish I knew About Heat Strokes | Warning Signs and How to Avoid It
    Jun 16 2026

    What is a Heat Stroke? Prevention Tips & How to Avoid It

    Learn what heat stroke is, why it can be dangerous, and how to avoid it during hot weather. In this video, fitness specialist and author Tracy Markley shares heat stroke warning signs, symptoms, prevention tips, hydration advice, medication concerns, and personal experiences with heat-related illness.

    Heat stroke can become a medical emergency and may affect the brain, heart, and other organs. Understanding the signs of overheating and staying hydrated can help protect you, your loved ones, and even your pets during warm weather.

    Being a stroke survivor of a heat stroke has future heat and health effects and challenges.
    Strokes of any kind are bad. Stroke prevention for all strokes is important.

    In this Podcast:
    ✔ What heat stroke is
    ✔ Common warning signs and symptoms
    ✔ Why hydration matters
    ✔ Heat stroke risk factors
    ✔ Medications can increase heat sensitivity
    ✔ Tips to stay cool and safe
    ✔ Post Heat strokes challenges
    ✔ Tracy's heat stroke story and after affects
    ✔ When to seek medical help

    Visit Tracy Markley:
    https://www.TracyMarkley.com

    Books by Tracy Markley available on Amazon.
    https://www.amazon.com/author/tracymarkley

    Watch the Video Edition of the Podcast on Heat Stoke at:

    https://youtu.be/coSNkhCawUY?si=kLvJXnq6OR41-9Hh

    Video Chapters:
    00:00 What Is Heat Stroke?
    00:11 Meet Tracy Markley
    00:43 Heat Stroke Explained
    01:35 Why Heat Stroke Can Be Deadly
    02:02 The Importance of Daily Hydration
    02:46 Stay Hydrated & Get Out of the Heat
    03:20 Who Is Most at Risk?
    03:48 Ways to Prevent Heat Stroke
    04:14 Heat Stroke Symptoms to Watch For
    04:38 My Personal Heat Stroke Experience
    05:48 A Recent Heat Stroke Scare
    06:34 Why Dehydration Makes Heat Stroke Worse
    07:11 Check Your Medications
    08:24 My Top 3 Heat Stroke Prevention Tips
    08:41 Additional Ways to Stay Cool
    09:45 When to Seek Medical Help
    10:15 Final Thoughts & Resources

    Stay safe, stay hydrated, and take care of your health.

    Tracy L. Markley is an internationally recognized fitness educator, award-winning author, and specialist in stroke recovery biomechanics, balance training, gait improvement, functional anatomy, posture, and fall prevention. Since 1994, Tracy has educated fitness professionals, caregivers, seniors, and stroke survivors through courses, books, workshops, and online education.
    Professional Recognition
    • 2021 IDEA World Personal Trainer of the Year
    • 2024 National Fitness Hall of Fame – America's Top Fitness Educator
    • Award-Winning Author of 17 Books and 38 Global Book Awards

    Tracy Markley is the Creator of the Advanced Education CEC Courses:
    • Stroke Recovery Specialist
    • Functional Anatomy 101 & Beyond

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    11 mins
  • Shoulder Subluxation After Stroke: What Do Your Hips and Posture Have to Do with It?

    Shoulder Subluxation After Stroke: What Do Your Hips and Posture Have to Do with It?
    Jun 16 2026
    Shoulder subluxation after stroke can be painful, frustrating, and confusing—but many people never realize how closely shoulder alignment is connected to posture, core strength, hip function, and overall body mechanics.In this video, Tracy Markley explains what shoulder subluxation is, why it commonly occurs after stroke, and how posture, core stability, and body alignment affect the shoulder joint. Using visual anatomy models, including Bendy Bones, Tracy demonstrates how the shoulder's ball-and-socket joint works, what happens during a partial dislocation (subluxation), and why poor posture can make recovery more difficult.Tracy also discusses the role of the rotator cuff muscles, spasticity, fascia connections, hip alignment, nerve communication, and the deep stabilizing muscles of the core. Through real-world stroke recovery examples, she explains why strengthening the center of the body can help support better posture, improve movement patterns, and create a stronger foundation for arm and shoulder recovery.This educational lesson is designed for stroke survivors, caregivers, therapists, and fitness professionals who want a better understanding of shoulder subluxation, posture, movement recovery, and safe rehabilitation principles.In this video:• What shoulder subluxation is• Shoulder anatomy and the ball-and-socket joint• Why shoulder subluxation is common after stroke• Rotator cuff muscles and shoulder stability• How poor posture affects shoulder alignment• Core strength and postural support• The connection between hips, fascia, and shoulders• Spasticity and muscle imbalances after stroke• Nerve communication and arm recovery• Real stroke recovery examples and lessons learned• Practical posture tips for daily activities and recoveryFor More Support for Stroke Recovery, Balance, and Safe MovementI create educational videos to help stroke survivors, caregivers, and professionals better understand movement, balance, posture, biomechanics, and recovery with clarity and confidence.Chapters00:00 What Is Shoulder Subluxation?02:29 Understanding the Shoulder Joint and Ball-and-Socket Anatomy03:05 Partial Dislocation and Why Subluxation Happens03:47 Rotator Cuff Muscles and Shoulder Stability04:23 How Poor Posture Pulls the Shoulder Out of Alignment06:29 Spasticity, Muscle Tightness, and Shoulder Position06:58 Why Core Strength Affects Shoulder Recovery08:03 How Hips, Fascia, and Shoulders Work Together08:32 Sleeping, Sitting, and Daily Habits That Affect Subluxation10:19 Stroke Survivor Story: Rotator Cuff Injury and Recovery11:30 Why Shoulder Exercises Fail in Poor Posture12:46 The Core Is the Key to Recovery13:49 How to Improve Posture: Abs In and Zip Up14:50 Training Your Body to Stay in Good Posture16:17 Shoulders Out of Your Ears: A Simple Recovery Cue16:54 Stroke Survivor Story: When the Shoulder Popped Back Into Place18:38 Why Posture Is Essential for Stroke Recovery19:28 Practice Good Posture Throughout the Day20:42 Sleep Positioning and Keeping Joints Aligned21:34 How Posture Improves Arm Recovery and Movement22:23 Nerves, Posture, and Arm Function22:52 How Posture Helps the Brain Send Movement Signals24:09 Final Tips: Hydration, Recovery, and Good PostureTracy L. Markley is an internationally recognized fitness educator, award-winning author, and specialist in stroke recovery biomechanics, balance training, gait improvement, functional anatomy, posture, and fall prevention. Since 1994, Tracy has educated fitness professionals, caregivers, seniors, and stroke survivors through courses, books, workshops, and online education.Professional Recognition • 2021 IDEA World Personal Trainer of the Year • 2024 National Fitness Hall of Fame – America's Top Fitness Educator • Award-Winning Author of 17 Books and 38 Global Book Awards Creator of the Advanced CEC Courses • Stroke Recovery Specialist • Functional Anatomy 101 & Beyond Topics • Fitness & Health• Stroke Recovery • Balance & Fall Prevention • Hearing Loss • Health PodcastBooks: https://www.amazon.com/author/tracymarkleyWebsite: https://www.tracymarkley.com Educational content only. Consult your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise or rehabilitation program.#TracyMarkley #ShoulderSubluxation #ShoulderSubluxationAfterStroke #StrokeRecovery #StrokeRehab #PostureMatters #CoreStability #ShoulderAlignment #BendyBones #StrokeEducation #NeurologicalRecovery #ShoulderPainAfterStrokeSupport the show
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    24 mins
  • How Many Days a Week Should a Stroke Survivor Do Physical Therapy?

    How Many Days a Week Should a Stroke Survivor Do Physical Therapy?
    Jun 16 2026

    Stroke Survivors asked, "How often should stroke survivors do physical therapy?" In this video, stroke recovery specialist Tracy Markley explains the difference between one, two, three, or more days a week physical therapy for a stroke recovery.

    She teaches why daily movement, therapy exercises, balance training, walking practice, posture work, hydration, and home exercises can play an important role in stroke rehabilitation and recovery.

    Learn how neuroplasticity, repetition, and consistent practice may help improve walking, balance, regaining arm, hands, fingers, and leg movement, coordination, and overall function after a stroke. Whether you're currently in physical therapy or continuing recovery at home, these tips can help you maximize your rehabilitation efforts.

    ✅ Stroke Recovery
    ✅ Physical Therapy After Stroke
    ✅ Balance and Walking Training
    ✅ Neuroplasticity and Brain Recovery
    ✅ Home Exercise for Stroke Survivors
    ✅ Fall Prevention Strategies

    GRAB YOURSELF A COPY OF TRACY'S BOOKS AND SEE HERE COURSES
    at:
    https://www.tracymarkley.com
    https://www.amazon.com/author/tracymarkley

    - Stroke Recovery: What Now? When Physical Therapy Ends, But Your
    Recovery Continues
    - Balance Walking and Fall Prevention
    - Stroke Recovery: Regaining Arm Movement
    - Stroke Recovery: Legs to Building Walking Gait
    - The Stroke of an Artist - The Journey of a Fitness Trainer and a Stroke
    Survivor

    Watch this Podcast Episode on YouTube at:

    https://youtu.be/EGDis9jX40U
    Video Chapters:

    00:00 - How Often Should Stroke Survivors Do Physical Therapy?
    00:50 - Stroke Recovery and Neuroplasticity Explained
    01:43 - Why Daily Exercise Matters After Stroke
    03:00 - Safe Balance Training at Home
    04:12 - How the Brain Relearns Movement
    05:11 - Recovery, Rest Days, and Staying Active
    06:47 - What If Walking Is Difficult After Stroke?
    08:19 - Home Exercises Between Physical Therapy Sessions
    09:15 - Balance, Walking, and Posture Training
    10:18 - Core Strength and Stroke Rehabilitation
    11:21 - How Often Should You Practice Recovery Exercises?
    12:00 - Hydration and Stroke Recovery
    13:54 - Real Stroke Survivor Recovery Example
    15:08 - Muscle Tightness, Spasticity, and Water Intake
    16:03 - Why Your Brain Drives Recovery
    17:03 - Daily Habits for Better Stroke Recovery

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    18 mins
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