Bioenergetics Beat

Heather Gray FDN-P
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Bioenergetics and Functional Practitioner Heather Gray FDN-P hosts a deep dive into the rapidly expanding world of bioenergetics, with information, insights, and interviews with experts at the leading edge of a a non-invasive, easily affordable, and highly effective approach to optimized wellness. Brought to you by NIKKI, the wearable that puts a frequency-based better life in your hands and on your wrist.

  1. 5d ago

    Fight or Flight to Flow: Brain Training for Better Energy with Dr Patrick Porter & Heather Gray FDN-P

    Episode 152 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray talks with Dr. Patrick Porter about brain fitness, brainwave entrainment, and why training the brain may be just as important as training the body. They explore how the fight-or-flight response affects energy, focus, and sleep, and how light and sound technology is being used to support nervous system regulation and cognitive performance. Dr. Porter shares his journey from growing up with an alcoholic father to spending over three decades developing brain training tools, including BrainTap, a platform that uses guided visualization, light frequencies, and sound to help the brain shift from stress-driven states into calmer, more focused brainwave patterns. He explains the role of neuroplasticity, why afternoon energy crashes are tied to the cortisol curve, and how a 20-minute brain reboot may support better sleep, mood, and mental clarity. Listeners walk away with a practical understanding of how daily brain fitness habits can support energy and resilience. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • Brain fitness and why the brain needs training just like the body • How the fight-or-flight response affects energy, focus, and decision-making • Brainwave entrainment and the role of light and sound in nervous system regulation • Neuroplasticity and the brain's ability to change and adapt at any age • The cortisol curve and why afternoon energy dips are a natural response • Practical daily habits for supporting cognitive performance and sleep quality About Dr. Patrick Porter: Dr. Patrick K. Porter, PhD, is an award-winning author, educator, speaker, and the founder of BrainTap, a leading neuroscience-based platform utilized globally to support brain health and human performance. For over three decades, Dr. Porter has been a pioneer in brainwave entertainment technology, championing non-invasive, natural approaches to support mental clarity, emotional resilience, and cognitive longevity. His book, Brain Fitness Blueprint: Integrating Ancient Wisdom and Modern Technologies for Peak Performance (co-authored with former Google wellbeing executive Ruchika Sikri), synthesizes cutting-edge neuroscience with practical lifestyle tools. Dr. Porter's work is backed by over 30 clinical studies and is trusted by more than 120,000 users, including elite athletes, corporate executives, and over 3,000 health and wellness clinics worldwide. His contributions have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and The Joe Rogan Experience. To learn more: Website: http://drpatrickporter.com BrainTap: http://braintap.com Book: Brain Fitness Blueprint by Dr. Patrick Porter and Ruchika Sikri Book: Thrive in Overdrive by Dr. Patrick Porter ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-152-Dr-Patrick-Porter/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Fight or Flight to Flow: Brain Training for Better Energy with Dr Patrick Porter & Heather Gray FDN-P

  2. Sep 25

    The Somatic Science Behind Successful Manifestation with Brian Trzaskos & Heather Gray FDN-P

    Episode 151 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray talks with Brian Trzaskos about somatic practices, nervous system regulation, and conscious manifestation. They explore how unresolved emotional patterns can express themselves physically, and why body-based approaches may support lasting change when visualization alone falls short. Brian shares his personal story of living with recurring back pain for 27 years before discovering that stored emotional patterns were driving the cycle. He walks listeners through practical somatic exercises for centering and energy management, explains how manifestation relates to wealth and relationships, and breaks down why stress and nervous system dysregulation can block the ability to create meaningful change. Listeners walk away with a clear framework for using body-based practices in their daily routine. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • The role of somatic practices in conscious manifestation • How unresolved emotions may express as recurring physical patterns • Nervous system regulation as a foundation for intentional living • Gathering, circulating, and directing life force energy through the body • Money as a value marker and its relationship to manifestation • Practical breathwork and movement exercises for daily centering About Brian Trzaskos: Brian Trzaskos is a licensed physical therapist, somatic coach, and co-author of Manifestation for Dummies (Wiley). He is the co-founder of the Somatic Coaching Academy, where he leads certification programs and group intensives including Living with the Laws, Laws for Life, and Manifestation Lab. His work bridges Western rehabilitation science with Eastern body-mind practices, with over two decades of clinical and teaching experience. Brian previously worked at Craig Hospital, a world-renowned rehabilitation center for brain and spinal cord injuries. To learn more: Website: http://somaticcoachingacademy.com Media: http://somaticcoachingacademy.com/media.com/media Book: Manifestation for Dummies (available through the Academy website with bonus resources) Free Manifestation Guide: www.MyManifestationGuide.com Free Resources for Listeners: https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/bioenergetics.com/bioenergetics ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-151-Brian-Trzaskos/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    The Somatic Science Behind Successful Manifestation with Brian Trzaskos & Heather Gray FDN-P

  3. Sep 18

    Somatic Leadership and the Body as a Tool for Lasting Personal Change with Croft Edwards

    Episode 150 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray talks with Croft Edwards about somatic coaching, embodiment, and why leadership is a full-body experience. They explore how our physical posture and somatic patterns shape the way we see the world, make decisions, and show up in both personal and professional relationships. Croft shares his path from the U.S. Army to ontological coaching, and how he discovered that the body plays a central role in creating change. He breaks down the concept behind his book, The Liquid Accordion, explaining how our bodies are in a constant state of expansion and contraction as we move through life. Listeners will come away with a fresh perspective on how physical self-awareness can support personal growth and more intentional leadership. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • Somatic coaching and what it means to coach "in, with, and through the body" • How body posture and shape influence mood, perception, and decision-making • The concept of the "liquid accordion" and cellular expansion and contraction • Why leadership is an embodied practice, not just a cognitive one • The role of practice and beginner's mindset in creating lasting behavioral change • How self-awareness in the body supports better self-leadership Croft's coaching experience includes coaching over 1000 leaders in all levels of organizations from individual contributors to frontline managers, to senior leaders and C-Suite executives and military flag officers. He has over 10,000 documented coaching hours with leaders. He also facilitates leadership, coaching, and behavioral based courses and programs with firms from government and the military to both for profit and non-profit organizations. He is certified in multiple leadership assessments. He is also the author of two books: The Liquid Accordion: A Somatic and Embodiment Primer for Coaching In, With, and Through the Body for Coaches and Leaders, and LeadershipFlow: Perfectly Square: A Story About Learning to Lead and Transforming a Company. Croft has earned a B.A. in Financial Administration from Michigan State University; a M.B.A. from Auburn University; and a M.A. of Civil War Studies, with an emphasis in Leadership and Command, from the American Military University. Croft is also a graduate of several U.S. military schools of leadership including the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, RI, and the Army Command and Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, KS. Croft's formal coaching education is through the Leadership and Coaching Program from Villanova University and the Newfield Network in Ontological Coaching. He is also a graduate of the Coaching Excellence in Organizations (CEO) Program from the Institute of Generative Leadership. To learn more: Website: https://croftandcompany.com/ Book: LiquidAccordion.com Amazon: Search “The Liquid Accordion” by Croft Edwards ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-150-Croft-Edwards/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Somatic Leadership and the Body as a Tool for Lasting Personal Change with Croft Edwards

  4. Sep 11

    Beyond Injections and Gels: The Oral Pill Transforming Testosterone Care with Shalin Shah and Heather Gray FDN-P

    Episode 149 - In this episode of the Bioenergetics Beat Podcast, Heather Gray sits down with Shalin Shah, CEO of Marius Pharmaceuticals, to discuss oral testosterone replacement therapy, the growing crisis of testosterone deficiency in men, and why this hormone has been unfairly stigmatized for decades. Shalin shares how his own low testosterone and an investment opportunity led him to develop Kyzatrex, an FDA-approved oral testosterone that bypasses the liver through lymphatic absorption. He explains why testosterone levels in men have dropped 50% over five decades, how deficiency is showing up in men as young as their 30s, and why testosterone may be the single most telling biomarker for overall metabolic health. Throughout the episode, listeners will learn: • Why testosterone levels are declining in younger and younger men • How oral testosterone works through lymphatic absorption without liver toxicity • The difference between injectable, gel, and oral replacement options • The connection between testosterone, cardiovascular health, and insulin sensitivity • Why baseline testing and self-advocacy are essential first steps • How restoring testosterone can create a virtuous cycle for energy, fitness, and focus About Shalin Shah: Shalin Shah is the CEO of Marius Pharmaceuticals, widely known as "The Metabolic CEO." Shalin has spent decades immersed in hormone replacement therapy, leading the charge to destigmatize testosterone, a hormone long considered taboo and unfairly miscategorized, when in fact testosterone serves a laundry list of critical functions for both men and women. Shah recently participated in the FDA's expert panel on men's health and testosterone therapy and has been an outspoken advocate for better access to treatment, testing, and education for patients and physicians alike. Where to find more information and resources: Kyzatrex: https://kyzatrex.com/ Marius Pharmaceuticals: https://mariuspharma.com/ The Testosterone Project: https://testosteroneproject.com/ Thrive Better: https://thrivebetter.com/testosterone Instagram: @themetabolicceo ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-149-Shalin-Shah/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Beyond Injections and Gels: The Oral Pill Transforming Testosterone Care with Shalin Shah and Heather Gray FDN-P

  5. Aug 28

    Rethinking What's Possible for Chronic Illness: Beyond Managing Symptoms with Julia Worrall

    Episode 148 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray talks with Julia Worrall of Vallarta Vitality about whole-body wellness, sleep, stress, and the value of looking beyond isolated symptoms. Their conversation explores a more integrative view of health, including how environment, lifestyle, and personalized support may shape the wellness journey. Julia also shares her perspective on retreat-based care, mental and emotional wellness, and why individualized support matters when people feel stuck. The episode highlights a broader, whole-person approach to health that includes sleep, hormones, stress, and daily foundations. In This Episode, We Discuss: Whole-body wellness support beyond isolated symptoms Sleep, stress, structure, and lifestyle as part of the bigger health picture Why personalized wellness approaches may matter more than one-size-fits-all solutions Retreat settings, environment, and guided support in the context of wellness experiences Mental and emotional wellness as part of a broader health conversation About Julia Worrall: Julia Worrall, RN, CCRN, also known as the Sleep RN, is an expert in holistic health, sleep, and neurological well-being. She is known for connecting areas of health that are often treated separately, supporting a more integrated approach to wellness. Julia is also a speaker, sleep coach, and mentor who focuses on education, awareness, and helping people better understand the reasoning behind personalized health strategies. Click here to learn more about Juila’s retreat: https://vallartavitality.com/ Get her latest book. Discover the power of your gut-brain connection with this insightful read on neurodigestion! https://a.co/d/04GRKdo1 ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter here: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-148-Julia-Worrall/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Rethinking What's Possible for Chronic Illness: Beyond Managing Symptoms with Julia Worrall

  6. Aug 21

    Lyme, Chronic Illness, and the Role of Genetics with Wendy Jean Schell & Heather Gray FDN-P

    Episode 147 In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray talks with Wendy Jean Schell about Lyme disease, chronic illness, and how genetic insights may help shape more personalized wellness strategies. Their conversation focuses on looking beyond symptoms alone and considering how lifestyle, nutrition, stress, and individual biology can all play a role in long-term health support. Wendy shares her own experience navigating chronic illness and discusses why a more individualized, education-first approach can be helpful for people who feel stuck. The episode also touches on symptom patterns, foundational wellness habits, and the idea that health strategies are not one-size-fits-all. In This Episode, We Discuss: • Lyme disease and chronic illness from a personalized wellness perspective • How genetic information may help guide more individualized health strategies • Why symptom patterns can be viewed in the context of nutrition, lifestyle, and overall wellness foundations • The importance of avoiding one-size-fits-all approaches in chronic illness support • Foundational habits like hydration, sleep, stress support, and daily routines About Wendy Jean Schell: Wendy Jean Schell is a Certified Functional Genomics Practitioner, Certified Functional Nutrition Expert, and Certified Holistic Health Coach. She is also a Lyme survivor and educator known for her work supporting individuals with complex chronic health concerns through education-focused wellness strategies. Click here to learn more: https://www.clicks4acause.com/health ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Podcast Episode Link: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-147-Wendy-Jean-Schell/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Lyme, Chronic Illness, and the Role of Genetics with Wendy Jean Schell & Heather Gray FDN-P

  7. Aug 8

    What if your past didn't have to define your future with Danny McAtee

    Episode 145 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with Danny McAtee for a grounded conversation about trauma, stress, identity, and the work of moving forward without letting the past define what comes next. Danny shares how his years in emergency medicine, public health, and trauma response eventually led him to confront burnout, compartmentalization, and the emotional weight that had built up over time. Together, he and Heather explore the idea that wellness is not just physical; it also includes the emotional, mental, and spiritual patterns that can shape the way we live. They also talk about survival patterns, nervous system safety, behavior, beliefs, and identity, and how healing can begin by noticing sensations, emotional patterns, and old stories without shame. In This Episode, We Discuss: • Whole-person wellness beyond the physical body • How trauma and stress can shape present-day patterns • Behavior, beliefs, and identity in personal growth • Why safety and nervous system regulation matter • How old survival patterns do not have to define the future About Danny McAtee: Danny McAtee has a background in emergency medicine, public health, trauma response, and humanitarian work. Today, he supports people through reflective, conversation-based coaching designed to help them move beyond old patterns and reconnect with a different vision for their lives. “I've had a wide array of education, from Conservatory to Harvard, to trade school - most of which doesn't matter very much. Because my true education has come from what I've learned in the School of Life: my patients, The Street, and my colleagues. They have taught me more than any university ever could. They taught me about myself. After 20 years working in Public Health, international humanitarian relief, the OR, the ER, and as an inner-city Fire Medic, I have witnessed all aspects (and depths) of the human experience. And with that experience comes a certain knowing...the ability to provide safety in chaos. I deeply connect with first responders from a place of lived experience, while holding civilian pain and trauma with sacred reverence. I have channeled over 20 years of experience as a First Responder into a deeply trauma-informed approach in my life coaching and trauma recovery coaching, helping people rediscover who they are meant to be! Click here to learn more about Danny and Beyond the Call Coaching: https://beyondthecallcoaching.com/ and: https://beyondthecall.coachvantage.com/all-events/ ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win here: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-145-Danny-McAtee/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    What if your past didn't have to define your future with Danny McAtee

  8. Aug 1

    Peptides Explained: Weight Management, Recovery, Muscle Support, and Safe Use with Dr Betsy Greenleaf

    Episode144 - Peptides are having amoment, and for good reason. From recovery and muscle support to weightmanagement conversations, they are showing up everywhere right now.   In this episode ofBioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf for acandid conversation about what peptides are, why they’ve become such a majortopic in wellness, and what people should understand before getting swept up inthe hype.   Dr. Greenleaf bringsboth traditional and integrative medicine perspective to the conversation,helping break down a complex topic in a way that feels approachable and easy tofollow. Together, she and Heather talk about how peptides are being discussed inareas like connective tissue support, gut support, skin and hair care, musclemaintenance, and weight management.   They also dive into oneof the hottest parts of the conversation right now, GLP-1 medications andrelated weight management tools. Heather shares some of her own experience, andDr. Greenleaf speaks to the importance of realistic expectations, individualresponse, and the bigger picture of nutrition, movement, sleep, andpractitioner guidance.   This episode does notpresent peptides as a magic fix. Instead, it offers a thoughtful look at theexcitement, the limitations, and the safety questions that matter, includingsourcing, side effects, and the importance of working with someone qualified.   If you’ve been hearingmore and more about peptides and want a grounded, engaging introduction to theconversation, this is a great episode to queue up.   In This Episode, WeDiscuss: • What peptides are and why they’re getting so much attention• The difference between hype and practical wellness conversation• Peptides in discussions around recovery, connective tissue, skin, hair, and muscle support• GLP-1 medications and weight management tools• Food noise, patient variability, and realistic expectations• Safety, sourcing, side effects, and practitioner oversightShe is the founder ofthe International Pause Institute, CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, and founderof Femversity, all created to support women through pelvic health, hormonalshifts, and overall well-being. Known for her holistic, approachable style, Dr.Greenleaf brings humor, warmth, and real talk to conversations around women’shealth. Most recently, she added music producer to her resume with MenopauseMo-Ments, a menopause rock album by DrBetsyGreenleafBeats.   Learnmore about Dr. Betsy: https://pauseinstitute.com/   ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthlygiveaway for:  One NIKKI WellnessTechnology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use thecode:  BioBeats to receive 10%off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combinedwith other promo codes.Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat.   Enter to Win HereLink:  https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-144-Dr-Betsy-Greenleaf/     #frequencymedicine#bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme#optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity#cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior#lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness#nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Peptides Explained: Weight Management, Recovery, Muscle Support, and Safe Use with Dr Betsy Greenleaf
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Bioenergetics and Functional Practitioner Heather Gray FDN-P hosts a deep dive into the rapidly expanding world of bioenergetics, with information, insights, and interviews with experts at the leading edge of a a non-invasive, easily affordable, and highly effective approach to optimized wellness. Brought to you by NIKKI, the wearable that puts a frequency-based better life in your hands and on your wrist.

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  • Creator
    Heather Gray FDN-P
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Heather Gray FDN-P
  • Show Website
    Bioenergetics Beat

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