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Podcast weblog: A career in law enforcement is one of the most rewarding, challenging, and selfless professions out there. The Guns and Yoga podcast explores the intersection between the impact a first responder career can have on those on the job, their families, and the importance of adopting and maintaining a holistic lifestyle. Wendy Hummell is a seasoned law enforcement officer in the Midwest with close to 25 years experience. She is a LEO spouse, mother, and wellness enthusiast. She knows first-hand the difficulties this line of work can bring. For the past decade, Wendy has been exploring various ways to improve her emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical well – being. She continues to learn and has a passion for sharing these tools to improve the quality of life not only for herself and her family, but for all first responders. Wendy is a certified yoga and meditation instructor. She teaches yoga, mindfulness, and resiliency to first responders at her current agency where she works as the Health and Wellness Coordinator. She also teaches throughout the state of Kansas and other national platforms. Wendy retired from the Wichita Police Department in 2019 at the rank of Detective where she spent a majority of her career working persons crimes. The intention of this podcast is to add value, provide support, and share resources by providing a platform for honest conversations with first responders, family members, retirees, and wellness experts. Whether you are a law enforcement officer, work in corrections, dispatch, Fire, EMS, The Prosecutors Office, the Coroners Officer, are a member of the military, family member or anyone who supports front line workers, please subscribe today and hear hear the stories of these brave men and women, the challenges and difficulties they have faced; the wonderful programs, people, and resources available to support first responders.
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Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Megan Lautz, RD – Realistic Nutrition for First Responders
As regular listener's know, we talk a lot about the importance of mental health on his podcast, but there are other aspects of our health that are just as important. Research tells us there is a connection between the types of foods we eat, our mental and emotional health and its impact on things like anxiety and depression. A lack of essential nutrients can be a contributing factor which is where today’s guest comes in.
Today I speak with Megan Lautz, she is a registered dietician and strength coach who specializes in working with first responders.
Megan currently works full time with Fairfax County Fire and Rescue in Virginia, but she also sees private clients through her business.
Megan started out in corporate wellness but then transitioned into working with first responders and hasn’t looked back. She is what I refer to as “culturally competent”, a term you typically hear to describe mental health professionals who understand the unique needs in working with first responders.
You won’t want to miss this episode. It’s like having a Masterclass in Nutrition for the First Responder population. So you may want to have a pen and paper handy or the notes app on your phone cause Megan gives us some great tips.
Megan’s approach is practical, and she promises not to kale and quinoa you to death. We discuss go-bags for those times you might be held over on shift or stuck on a scene and the best foods and snacks to include. We discuss topics like gastrointestinal and gut issues, fiber and caffeine intake and how certain foods support brain health and better sleep. Megan is also able to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, which means she can work with you on a specialized plan if you have a medical diagnosis such as cancer.
LINKS:
Megan's Website - www.rescuerd.com
ALSO, as I mentioned in the Intro, here are a few additional links to things that I am involved with:
Justice Clearinghouse Course - Building a Wellness Program From the Ground UP
DISCOUNT CODE: For my Guns & Yoga Podcast audience a discount of 20% off for the course is available if you use the promo code: WENDY (all caps).
Link to Kim Colegrove's Podcast: The Well Warrior Show
And, lastly the Women In Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE) link:
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