Behind the Bluff
Uncover best practices to participate in life on your terms. Every week, hosts Jeff Ford and Kendra Till guide listeners with short conversations on trending wellness topics and share interviews with passionate wellness professionals, our private club leaders, and additional subject matter experts offering valuable tips. Each episode conclusion includes Healthy Momentum, five minutes of inspiration to help you reflect and live differently. Subscribe now and discover the keys to living your greatest active lifestyle.
Episodes
77 episodes
6 Breathing Basics Everyone Gets Wrong
Breathing is something most of us do over 20,000 times a day, yet many people are doing it incorrectly and missing out on significant health benefits.• Mouth breathing is not normal - breathing through your nose brings 10-20% more oxyge...
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Episode 76
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The Miles That Move Us | Rob Fyfe
Rob Fyfe transformed the Lowcountry running scene by creating Palmetto Running Company after noticing the absence of a running community when he moved from New York in 2010. His passion for bringing people together through movement has evolved ...
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Episode 75
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Structure Sets You Free | Gene Castellino
Gene Castellino brings his unique perspective as both Palmetto Bluff's beverage director and a passionate health advocate to this energetic conversation about balancing wellness with life's pleasures. His journey from a coal mining town in Penn...
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Episode 74
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Wellness Starts with Who You're With | Dr. Lori Whatley
Dr. Lori Whatley shares her expertise on the intersection of mental wellness and digital life, exploring how we can build stronger, healthier relationships in our increasingly disconnected world. Through scientific research and practical advice...
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Episode 73
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How Consistent Actions Lead to Big Results | Nader Mirtolooi
Our fitness journey is shaped more by our mindset than our workouts, and consistency rather than perfection is the key to lasting results. • The concept of "maximizing the minutes" recognizes that formal workouts represent only 2.7...
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Episode 72
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The Universal Language of Food and Hospitality | Beth Cosgrove
Chef Beth Cosgrove shares her extraordinary journey from culinary school graduate to global chef, exploring how her 17 years abroad shaped her approach to food and leadership at Palmetto Bluff. Her experiences across kitchens in Hong Kong, Shan...
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Episode 71
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Your Spine Doesn't Define Your Life | Meghan Teed
Megan Teed, physical therapist and co-founder of the Wellco, shares her journey from being diagnosed with scoliosis at age 11 to developing innovative treatment approaches that go beyond traditional physical therapy.• Personal experienc...
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Episode 70
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Patience on the Fairway, Passion in Life | Steven Potter
Steven Potter, head PGA golf professional at Palmetto Bluff's Crossroads course, shares insights from his 13-year journey at the property and his lifelong relationship with golf. His passion for the game began in high school, evolved through co...
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Episode 69
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Breaking Down Core Stability | Gemilee Marquez
Gemilee Marquez, Personal Training Supervisor at Palmetto Bluff, shares her unique approach to fitness that focuses on core stability first and reveals how her journey from aspiring physical therapist to passionate personal trainer shapes her t...
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Episode 68
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What Happens When Kids Touch the Water? | Dr. Jean Fruh
Dr. Jane Fruh shares how the Outside Foundation connects youth with nature through immersive experiences while working to protect and preserve local environments through community-based conservation initiatives.• Executive Director of t...
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Episode 67
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Eat These 6 Foods Weekly and Your Body Will Thank You
Dietitian Lindsay Ford unveils six foundational foods that deliver maximum health benefits when incorporated into weekly eating routines. This episode breaks down the science-backed reasons why berries, dark leafy greens, avocado, eggs, potatoe...
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Episode 66
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Strong Bones Don't Happen By Accident | Casey Bonomo
Casey Bonomo shares the revolutionary approach of OsteoStrong Bluffton, a wellness center changing the game in bone health through a system called osteogenic loading.• Designed by Dr. John Jaquish after seeking safer methods to increase...
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Episode 65
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Reduce Your Plastic Footprint Right Now | Lindsay Gordon
Our oceans face multiple crises from plastic pollution to overfishing, with impacts extending beyond marine ecosystems to human health, as microplastics invade our bodies and disrupt critical systems.• Lindsay Gordon shares her journey ...
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Episode 64
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What If Your Backyard Could Feed Your Family? | Lynn De Witte
Lynn De Witte shares her journey of growing and harvesting food in her 3,000-square-foot garden at Palmetto Bluff, where she's cultivated a plant-based lifestyle for over 35 years. Her garden, Le Petit Jardin, demonstrates how anyone can grow t...
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Episode 63
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6 Movements to Do Every Week for Lifelong Strength
The foundation of smart training lies in six essential movement patterns every human should be able to execute properly for injury-free movement and lifelong strength. Jeff walks us through his fitness journey and breaks down how to properly ap...
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How to Find Peace on the Water | Tom Shanahan
Captain Tom Shanahan shares his lifelong connection to the water and how his passion for boating led him from scrubbing boats as a child to becoming lead captain at Wilson Marina after service in the U.S. Coast Guard. Tom offers a unique perspe...
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Don't Be a Chicken Tender: How to Peacefully Coexist with Alligators
Aaron Palmieri from the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy shares his expertise on alligators, exploring their behaviors, habitat, and how to safely live alongside these prehistoric apex predators.• American alligators date back 8 million years...
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Outside PB: Connecting People to Exceptional Places | Mike Overton
Mike Overton, founder of Outside Brands, shares his remarkable journey from starting a windsurfing school in 1979 to building a multi-faceted outdoor recreation enterprise spanning South Carolina and Georgia. He reveals how a chance meeting wit...
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May River: Fantasy Land for Golfers | Michael Minks
Golf course superintendent Michael Minks takes us behind the scenes of Palmetto Bluff's May River Golf Course, a Jack Nicklaus design that opened in 2004 and provides a unique, secluded golfing experience where almost no hole can be seen from a...
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Core Strength: Beyond the Six-Pack
Core strength is often misunderstood, with many equating it solely to having a visible six-pack, when in reality it involves a complex group of muscles that stabilize the entire body and protect the spine.• Core consists of four main mu...
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Is Artistic Expression the Key to Mindfulness? | Jessica Hooper
Experience the transformative power of meditative art with Jessica Hooper, a mindfulness instructor who integrates creativity with emotional well-being. She shares her personal journey through anxiety, motherhood, and grief, and how these eleme...
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Why Your Shoulders Hurt and How to Fix It
This episode invites you to explore the often-overlooked shoulder joint, its complexities, and common issues that arise. We tackle mobility, stability, and how improper technique can lead to pain or injury. • Discussing the importa...
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Episode 55
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Inspiring Longevity and Happiness in Golf | Bruce Wilkins
This podcast episode dives into the best practices for aging golfers, featuring insights from PGA Master Professional Bruce Wilkins. We discuss the importance of holistic coaching, mindset shifts for improved performance, and practical strategi...
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Episode 54
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Navigating the Culinary World with Purpose | Nate Beriau
Chef Nate Beriau from Montage Palmetto Bluff shares his culinary journey, the importance of community-driven dining, and how personal wellness influences leadership in the kitchen. He highlights the unique identities of each restaurant m...
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Develop These 5 Character Traits Now, And Experience Lifelong Success | Craig Hysell
This episode explores the transformative journey of Craig Hysell, from navigating bankruptcy to achieving personal and professional fulfillment as a firefighter and coach. We discuss how embracing discomfort, cultivating self-awareness, and fos...
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