Behind the Bluff

Jeff Ford & Kendra Till
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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.   

  1. Same Standard, Different Season | Mitchell Wendling

    6일 전

    Same Standard, Different Season | Mitchell Wendling

    We sit down with Mitchell Wendling to unpack how a former college athlete becomes a wellness leader by leaning on discipline, seasons of training, and simple systems. We keep coming back to one idea that cuts through the noise: train hard, then recover on purpose so you can keep showing up.  • Mitchell’s path from basketball to kinesiology to leading a private club wellness program  • The mental shift from sport performance to real life accountability  • Discipline at home as the difference maker for body composition and health goals  • Building group fitness momentum and planning for a new fitness facility  • Fitness seasons as a way to stay curious and avoid burnout  • Consistency as doing something even when life gets busy or travel hits  • Program design built on squat hinge push pull carry lunge patterns  • Rotation and anti-rotation training for golf and everyday strength  • Half Ironman training with written weekly plans and morning sessions  • Recovery maxing through downtime quiet space and sauna routines  • Hydration as a daily non-negotiable with a measurable system  • Wellness defined as proactive self-care across stress sleep and physical health  We look forward to being together with you next Wednesday. Episodes come out every single week.

    42분
  2. Wellness Isn't Complicated - We Just Forgot the Recipe | Lynn De Witte

    4월 15일

    Wellness Isn't Complicated - We Just Forgot the Recipe | Lynn De Witte

    Wellness didn’t used to feel like homework. It used to look like a garden out back, a pot simmering on the stove, and neighbors who actually knew each other. I’m joined by Lynn De Witte, creator of Le Petit Jardin, to talk about what we’ve lost in modern life and how to get it back without turning “slow living” into another performance. Lynn shares stories rooted in her family and in her husband Chris’s upbringing in a small Belgian village, including the unforgettable cherry tree ritual where their grandfather made the boys whistle while harvesting so they wouldn’t eat the fruit on the way home. We use that simple moment to unpack big themes: seasonal eating, farm-to-table as a way of life, and why patience and care create the kind of wellness you can feel. We also explore the contrast between city speed and village presence, and why connection, not convenience, is often the missing ingredient. We go practical too. If you want to simplify your health routine, we offer a few grounded starting points: cook one meal from scratch with local ingredients, plant something small like a pot of herbs, and have one real conversation without multitasking or an agenda. These aren’t hacks. They’re rituals that build a calmer rhythm, stronger community, and a more sustainable relationship with food. If this conversation brings up your own food memories or makes you want to rebuild a slower lifestyle, subscribe to Behind the Bluff, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it. What’s one small ritual you’re bringing back this week?

    35분
  3. What If Your Mind Is The Real Warm-Up? | Tim Keller

    4월 8일

    What If Your Mind Is The Real Warm-Up? | Tim Keller

    You can tell a lot about how a match will go before the first ball is even struck. If you’ve ever walked onto the court feeling tight, rushed, or a step slow, this conversation gives you a simple fix that also happens to be one of the best tools for tennis injury prevention. I’m joined by Palmetto Bluff tennis professional Tim Keller, a longtime coach with a master’s degree in exercise kinesiology, to unpack what “preparation” really means for recreational tennis players and competitive athletes. We get specific about a 5–8 minute dynamic warm-up for tennis: light jogging, arm circles, side-to-side movement, grapevine steps for hip mobility, lunges and lateral lunges, balance-based stretches, rotation for the spine and shoulders, plus the small joints people forget like wrists and even the neck. Tim also explains why music and momentum matter more than most players think when it comes to getting your mind and body ready to perform. From there, we shift into recovery and longevity. We talk static stretching after tennis, flexibility, and why older athletes should be smarter about volume and intensity so they can keep playing without paying for it the next day. Then we go deep on the mental game: The Inner Game of Tennis, breath control, relaxing your grip, simple attention cues, and visualization that helps you handle pressure and find your own version of flow state. If you want better tennis performance, fewer nagging aches, and a warm-up routine you’ll actually do, press play. Subscribe, share this with a tennis friend who “warms up” by guessing, and leave a review with your favorite pre-match ritual.

    36분
  4. Find What Moves You and Build A Life Around It | Lisa Banks

    4월 1일

    Find What Moves You and Build A Life Around It | Lisa Banks

    Some people walk into a room and the energy lifts without any effort. That’s Lisa Banks, and after our conversation I’m convinced her positivity isn’t just “how she is” it’s a choice she makes, shaped by what she’s lived through and what she wants to give back. Lisa has spent 20+ years in the fitness industry, coaching everything from strength training and cycle to barre, aquafitness, and golf fitness at Palmetto Bluff. We talk about where that versatility comes from, why continuing education matters (including pain-free performance fundamentals), and what she’s learned from coaching wildly different groups. If you’ve been stuck in a rut, you’ll hear a simple truth: consistency gets easier when you find movement you actually enjoy, then build smart variety around it. We also go deeper into purpose and health. Lisa shares the personal story behind her breast cancer awareness workout, how losing her mom to stage four triple negative breast cancer changed the way she shows up, and why prevention habits and early detection deserve a place in everyday wellness. We connect the dots between fitness and holistic health: endorphins, stress management, community, faith, and the kind of life you’re training to live. If you want a stronger routine and a clearer “why,” hit play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs momentum, and leave a review so more people can find the show.

    31분
  5. You Can Play Pickleball For Decades If You Train For It | Ashley Romine

    3월 25일

    You Can Play Pickleball For Decades If You Train For It | Ashley Romine

    Pickleball is fun until your calf pops, your elbow aches for weeks, or your knee flares up after “just one more game.” We sit down with Doctor of Physical Therapy Ashley Romine, owner of The WellCo in downtown Bluffton, to get honest about why pickleball injuries are surging and what actually keeps players healthy. The big theme is a mindset shift: if you want to stay active, you have to treat pickleball like a sport, not only a social hour. That means respecting volume, mechanics, and recovery before pain forces you to stop. Ashley walks us through the most common pickleball injuries she sees, including Achilles and calf strains, knee pain, elbow issues, low back pain, hamstring problems, and adductor tightness. We unpack the hidden mistake many players make: warming up with biking or running, then stepping onto a game that demands lateral movement, rotation, and quick, springy reactions on the balls of your feet. You’ll get a simple, repeatable 5 to 10 minute warm-up framework featuring eccentric loading, side-to-side prep, trunk rotation, and “ready position” movement that better matches what happens in a real match. We also go beyond the court with a closing reflection on prevention as a lifestyle, not just an injury plan. If we build strength and mobility to protect our body, what would it look like to build margin and awareness to protect our emotional health too? If you want to play pickleball for the next 10 to 20 years and feel better doing it, hit play, share this with a pickleball friend, and subscribe, rate, and review so more people can stay active without getting sidelined.

    42분
  6. What If Feeling Safe Is The Real Health Hack | Lou Orlando

    3월 18일

    What If Feeling Safe Is The Real Health Hack | Lou Orlando

    Most people only think about security when something goes wrong, which is exactly why we wanted to pull back the curtain and talk about how safety is actually created. We sit down with Lou Orlando, one of Palmetto Bluff’s security managers and a retired NYPD officer, to understand what it takes to protect a 20,000 acre community while still keeping it warm, welcoming, and easy to enjoy.  Lou walks us through the real behind-the-scenes work of private community security: access control at the gates, vetting contractors, cameras, dispatching patrol units, and the iPad-based patrol check system that keeps buildings and key locations on a steady inspection rhythm. We also talk about what people often misunderstand about security work: it is not only enforcement. It is customer service, situational awareness, radio communication, and building trust through consistency and respect.  From Hurricane Matthew to a rare snow shutdown to the occasional unexpected wildlife call, we explore why preparedness and teamwork matter when conditions change fast. Then we connect the dots to wellness and Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. When people feel safe, they can finally relax, belong, move with confidence, and pursue health goals without that constant background stress. We also widen the lens to financial security and psychological safety at work, plus how a culture of safety in fitness helps people participate more and grow.  If you care about wellness, community living, and what “feeling safe” really means, this conversation will change how you see the foundation beneath a great lifestyle. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves Palmetto Bluff, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.

    34분
  7. Are Your Hormones Holding You Back? | Dr. Harry Collins

    3월 11일

    Are Your Hormones Holding You Back? | Dr. Harry Collins

    Ever been told your labs are “normal,” yet you still feel sluggish, foggy, and flat? We sit down with Dr. Harry Collins—OBGYN, age management physician, and retired Army lieutenant colonel—to unpack what optimal really means for energy, recovery, and long-term vitality. Harry shares the journey that led him from delivering babies to rebuilding his own health, then helping patients bridge the gap between average numbers and how they want to live. We dig into the differences between bioidentical hormones and older synthetics, explaining why structure matters and how tissues respond when molecules match what the body naturally makes. For women navigating menopause, we talk through estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, and the markers that confirm the transition. For men and women in their late 30s to 50s who train hard yet underperform, we explore why free testosterone and free T3 often tell the real story behind stalled progress and longer recovery. Treating the person, not the paper, becomes the through line. Metabolic health takes center stage as we connect hormone optimization to motivation, adherence, and visceral fat loss. We break down GLP-1 therapies, practical nutrition shifts, and why strength training is non-negotiable for health span. Harry also explains peptides like semorelin, why growth hormone requires patience, and how to build an approach that balances evidence, access, and cost. Along the way, you’ll hear candid advice on choosing the right provider, what to include in a comprehensive lab panel, and why periodic check-ins at six and twelve weeks help calibrate progress. We close with a simple definition of wellness: stay out of the ER and the nursing home, keep moving, and live fully on your terms. If you’re ready to replace guesswork with clarity—and “normal” with optimal—hit play and bring your questions. If this conversation sparks insight, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review so more curious listeners can find us.

    28분
  8. How Teamwork Makes the Best Days On The Water | Adam Moody

    3월 4일

    How Teamwork Makes the Best Days On The Water | Adam Moody

    The perfect boating day rarely just “happens.” It’s built by people who notice the small things, plan for the big ones, and stay calm when the sky turns fast. We sit down with Marine Operations Manager Adam Moody—who started as a dockhand and worked every frontline role—to unpack the leadership, training, and culture that keep launches smooth and returns safe at a truly full-service marina. Adam shares the lessons he carried from the National Guard into waterfront operations: patience under uncertainty, teamwork as a default, and flexibility when plans flip at a moment’s notice. We break down the ecosystem of roles—dockhands who set the tone with spotless boats, forklift operators who think one lift at a time, dockmasters who bridge gaps—and how thoughtful hiring keeps the yard both welcoming and composed. From proactive weather checks to real-time route advice, from detailing certifications to captains leveling up with fly fishing courses, this is what operational excellence looks like when member experience comes first. We also get practical. Why the second forklift changes everything for uptime and safety. How a one-stop shop simplifies service, repairs, and adventures without sending members off property. How sharing your plans with the team unlocks better recommendations for fishing, food, and safer passages when the chop gets lively. And woven through it all is a reminder about wellness that sticks: the moments that matter—sandbars, hotel pools, chasing fiddler crabs—feel simple, but they last. Choose presence over performance now and then, and you’ll build memories worth keeping. If this conversation made you rethink what “seamless” really takes, tap follow, share it with a friend who loves the water, and leave a quick review to help others find the show.

    30분
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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.   

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  • 제작진
    Jeff Ford & Kendra Till
  • 방송 연도
    2024년 - 2026년
  • 에피소드
    115
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    © 2026 Behind the Bluff
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