Healthy Charleston

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, Hannah sits down with Dr. Margie Davenport — exercise physiologist and leading researcher in pregnancy and postpartum exercise — to answer the questions women actually have about pregnancy and postpartum exercise guidelines. Can you lift weights while pregnant?Is running or higher intensity exercise safe?Do you really need to stay under 140 bpm?When can you return to exercise postpartum?What actually matters when it comes to exercising pregnant or postpartum?Does exercise have any benefits during pregnancy or postpartum?They break down outdated advice that’s still being followed today — and what the research actually shows now.Dr. Margie shares how guidelines have evolved, why pregnancy shouldn’t be treated like an injury, and how to approach exercise during pregnancy and postpartum in a way that supports both physical and mental health.If you’ve been told to “take it easy” or stop training altogether, this episode will help you think clearly and move with confidenc

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, physical therapist Hannah Breal breaks down what a rotator cuff tear actually means - and why this diagnosis doesn’t automatically require surgery or giving up lifting. Hannah explains how imaging can be misleading, why pain doesn’t always equal damage, and how to approach shoulder rehab with the right balance of modification and progression. If you’ve been diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear and aren’t sure what to do next, this episode will help you think clearly and move forward with confidence.

Physical therapist Hannah Breal @made2movept sits down with the mastermind and founder of Made 2 Move, Yves Gege, to share the full origin story behind the brand. Yves shares what led him into physical therapy, the early influence of watching his sister’s PT, and the moment he realized the traditional insurance-based model wasn’t aligned with the kind of impact he wanted to have. From building an insurance based physical therapy clinic in Charleston to walking away from it all to start over in a CrossFit gym, this episode dives into the risks, convictions, and belief shifts that shaped Made 2 Move. Hannah and Yves talk about physical therapist burnout, movement-first care, the early years of Made 2 Move (and all the chaos that came with it), letting go of control and passing the vision forward, and what it actually takes to build something different in healthcare.  Connect with Yves on Instagram @clinicalcashflow @ptbiz Join The Mastermind - PT Biz IG @PTBiz

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, physical therapist Hannah Breal @made2movept shares her perspective on AI in healthcare, clinician burnout, and why the real problem isn’t technology - it’s the massive admin burden built into the system. Hannah breaks down how documentation, insurance, and volume-based care pull clinicians away from patients, where AI can help reduce administrative load, and the hard line she draws around human connection and clinical decision-making. This episode is for clinicians, active adults, and anyone who believes healthcare should be human-first.

Before Made 2 Move was a clinic, it was a belief. In the first episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, Hannah Breal (@made2movept) shares the personal story that led her into physical therapy - and nearly led her out of it. From discovering the power of movement to pushing back against fear-based rehab, this episode explains why Made 2 Move exists and what kind of healthcare she believes people actually deserve. This episode sets the foundation for a different way of thinking about pain, movement, and what your body is capable of.

Before Made 2 Move was a clinic, it was a belief. In the first episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, Hannah Breal (@made2movept) shares the personal story that led her into physical therapy - and nearly led her out of it. From discovering the power of movement to pushing back against fear-based rehab, this episode explains why Made 2 Move exists and what kind of healthcare she believes people actually deserve. This episode sets the foundation for a different way of thinking about pain, movement, and what your body is capable of.

Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide — and yet we’re still spending $50 billion a year on it without solving the problem. In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) breaks down why the typical advice (perfect posture, endless adjustments, “don’t feel it in your back”) keeps us stuck in pain. She shares how our fear of back sensation has made us weaker, more fragile, and more likely to get hurt — and what actually needs to change if you want a strong, resilient back that can handle real life.Full Guide (mentioned in the episode)Want real, no-BS advice on health, training, and living pain-free? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, insights, and tips that help you stay active for life: Join here.Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, your guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world full of confusing and overwhelming health advice, we cut through the noise with real, evidence-based conversations. Each week, I connect with athletes, coaches, healthcare pros, and commu

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) sits down with sports dietitian Alaine Mills, MS, RD, CSSD to talk about what athletes get wrong about nutrition versus what actually drives performance. They cover the biggest surprises Alaine sees with her athletes: chronic under-fueling, carb fear, protein obsession, and how meal timing can make or break energy and recovery, along with practical strategies for fueling before, during, and after workouts, the 30–60g/hour carb rule for endurance athletes, and what to eat on game day. They also dig into youth athlete nutrition, injury recovery fueling, and how parents can help kids build healthy food relationships without labels or restriction.Links:Website: https://muschealth.org/IG: @chssportsrd Want real, no-BS advice on health, training, and living pain-free? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, insights, and tips that help you stay active for life: Join here.Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, your guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey.

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) tackles “tennis elbow” (lateral elbow tendinopathy) through a real CrossFit/pickleball case—what it is, why rest/ice/sleeves feel good but don’t fix it, and how tendons actually get better with the right mechanical loading. She breaks down the overflowing-cup model (calm symptoms, then build capacity), pain guardrails (≤ 3–4/10 with a 24–48 hr check), and a simple progression from isometric wrist holds to eccentrics, carries, pressing, and a staged return to rowing, kipping, and pickleball. You’ll learn where dry needling fits (a window, not the solution), realistic timelines (weeks to feel better; months to remodel), and how to modify training so you can keep lifting and playing without flares.Want real, no-BS advice on health, training, and living pain-free? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, insights, and tips that help you stay active for life: Join here.Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, your guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) dives into the rucking trend — walking with a weighted vest — and whether it really helps with bone density, muscle mass, and long-term health. She breaks down the science behind the hype, what studies actually show, and why strength and jump training still matter most for building stronger bones. You’ll learn how (and when) weighted vests can be helpful, what they can’t replace, and how to cut through social media myths to make the best call for your own health.PMID: 9467434PMID: 18602880PMID: 24149921PMID: 10995045Want real, no-BS advice on health, training, and living pain-free? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, insights, and tips that help you stay active for life: Join here.Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, your guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world full of confusing and overwhelming health advice, we cut through the noise with real, evidence-based conversations. Each week, I connect with athletes, coaches, healthcare p

What do dolphins, a 24-foot trailer called The Hog, and Charleston’s newest spin scene have in common? Kylie. In this week’s episode, I sat down with Kylie, founder of Hot Girl Cycle Club, to hear how she went from dolphin training to creating Charleston’s first traveling spin studio.Kylie shares the grit and sacrifices of her Seaworld career, how cycling became her escape, and how she turned a financial setback into an opportunity. With no access to traditional funding, she hustled for investors, thrifted bikes from across state lines, and built her business from scratch. Today, Hot Girl Cycle Club is Charleston’s first fully mobile cycling studio, building community and confidence through pop-ups and collaborations with local businesses.The conversation covers entrepreneurship, resilience, and redefining fitness. For Kylie, being a “hot girl” means owning your confidence, building community, and refusing to quit, even when the odds are stacked against you.IG: @hotgirlcycleclubWebsite: www.hotgirlcycleclub.c

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) tackles the outdated narrative that running is “bad for your knees.” She shares new research, a simple analogy for understanding pain, and her RAMP framework (Relative Rest, Assess, Move with Load, Progress) - the step-by-step system she uses to help runners train smarter, get stronger, and keep running for life.PMID: 9489830PMID: 28504066PMID: 36875337Want real, no-BS advice on health, training, and living pain-free? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, insights, and tips that help you stay active for life: Join here.Welcome to the Healthy Charleston Podcast, your guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world full of confusing and overwhelming health advice, we cut through the noise with real, evidence-based conversations. Each week, I connect with athletes, coaches, healthcare pros, and community leaders who share what health truly means to them — and how you can stay active and strong for life.@healthycharleston | @made2moveptDon’t spend ano

Back pain is one of the most common and most misunderstood health issues out there. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. James Eubanks, a board-certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, to bust myths and explain why back pain is such a big problem today. We talk about why rest and fear-based approaches keep people stuck, why disc herniations can (and do) heal, and how movement can be one of the most powerful tools for recovery. Dr. Eubanks also shares what MRIs really tell us, what actually works for building strength and confidence, and how value-based spine care is changing the way patients get the right care, faster.Get to know Dr. Jim here.Want real, no-BS advice on pain, performance, and staying active for life? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, tips, and movement wins that actually matter.Welcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can be overwhelming and confusing, we

If you’ve ever been told you can’t deadlift again after a back injury — this episode is for you.I break down why so many people get stuck in fear after a disc herniation, how back pain can take over your identity, and what it actually looks like to rebuild strength, confidence, and trust in your body. I talk about why disc herniations aren’t permanent, the real reason people stay in pain for years, and how to safely get back to deadlifting again — even if you’ve been avoiding it for months.You’ll also hear the one rehab principle I use with every single patient and how I decide where to start based on both pain and strength.Want real, no-BS advice on pain, performance, and staying active for life? Join my weekly newsletter for stories, tips, and movement wins that actually matter.@made2moveptWelcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can be overwhelming and confusing, we strive to be your trusted so

In this episode, Hannah sits down with Joe Traynor — strength coach, tactical athlete, and National Guard member — to talk about what it really means to be uncommon among uncommon people. Joe shares his journey from playing soccer in Portugal to coaching full-time in Charleston, and how his philosophy around fitness has evolved along the way.They dive into what tactical training actually looks like, why strength is the foundation for confidence, and how to cut through the noise of trendy fitness advice. Joe keeps it real with hot takes on creatine, fasted cardio, and the one movement he thinks everyone should be doing. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or everyday mover — this one will make you think differently about the gym, your mindset, and your life.Links: https://tslfitness.comIG: @the.traynorIG:@tslfitness_nutrition Welcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can be overwhelming and confusing,

Got a meniscus tear? Feeling confused, nervous, or stuck? In this episode, Hannah – physical therapist and movement expert – breaks down what your MRI really means, when surgery is (and isn’t) necessary, and why pain doesn’t always mean damage.Learn how to stop the rest–reinjury cycle, what movements you don’t need to avoid forever, and the exact step-by-step rehab approach Hannah uses with clients to restore strength, rebuild confidence, and return to sport or daily life pain-free.Links: Meniscus Tear Rehab & Exercise GuideWelcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can be overwhelming and confusing, we strive to be your trusted source of accurate, evidence-based knowledge. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and resources you need to lead a healthier lifestyle. Tune in to each episode as we connect with inspirational community leaders in Charleston and Summerville, SC. These individuals are

Ever feel like the mental load of running a home is constantly weighing on you? In this episode, co-founder Christina of Graceful Spaces shares how thoughtful home organization and simple systems can transform your space and your peace of mind. She gives us simple, actionable tips to help you start organizing your home today without the overwhelm. From go-to products to easy systems that stick, she breaks down exactly how to lighten your mental load and create a space that feels calm and functional.Links:IG: @GracefulSpacesOrganizingWeb: www.graceful-spaces.comWelcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can be overwhelming and confusing, we strive to be your trusted source of accurate, evidence-based knowledge. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and resources you need to lead a healthier lifestyle. Tune in to each episode as we connect with inspirational community leaders in Charleston and Summe

Tired of injuries that just keep coming back? You're not alone. In this episode, Hannah explains what most people get wrong about recovery, why rest alone isn't enough, and how to build a body that’s more resilient than before. If you want to bounce back stronger and stop the cycle of re-injury, this one’s for you.Hannah walks through what the latest evidence and her experience as a physical therapist really show about injury rehab. Whether you’re currently dealing with an injury or simply want to be better prepared, this is an essential listen for anyone pursuing an active lifestyle.Welcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can be overwhelming and confusing, we strive to be your trusted source of accurate, evidence-based knowledge. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and resources you need to lead a healthier lifestyle. Tune in to each episode as we connect with inspirational community leaders

Hannah sits down with Jackie DeMiro, founder of Revival Fitness Collective, a new strength-focused gym making waves in Charleston. Jackie shares her journey from coaching CrossFit to launching her own space alongside her husband Anthony—with a mission that’s evolved far beyond chasing competition. Born from a shift toward longevity, Revival offers smart training and personalized coaching without the burnout.The conversation dives into Jackie’s experience balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and mental health, including her honest reflections on navigating postpartum depression twice. She shares what it’s really like to open a gym while raising two young boys and how her vision for Revival centers on creating a welcoming space where people can get strong, stay consistent, and feel good doing it.Links:https://www.revivalfitnesschs.com/IG: @revival_chsWelcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness journey. In a world where health information can b

In this episode, Hannah sits down with Athena Newell, a functional nurse practitioner and the visionary behind the new Stat Wellness location in Park Circle, Charleston. Athena shares her unconventional journey—from growing up in a military family to working in emergency and family medicine, and now to creating a care model grounded in personalized, functional wellness.The conversation covers strength training for women in their 30s and 40s, hormone health, aging, and how to stay active through every season of life. From motherhood to entrepreneurship, Athena reflects on leadership, healthcare, and what it takes to build a healthcare experience that actually serves people.Athena also opens up about her own non-negotiables when it comes to health, the role of muscle in longevity, and debunks the myth of “bulking up.Links:Web: https://www.statwellness.com/charleston/IG: @athenanewellfnpIG: @statwellnessWelcome to the "Healthy Charleston Podcast," your ultimate guide to taking charge of your health and wellness