300 episodes

The Plant Trainers Podcast helps you improve your quality of life through plant-based nutrition and fitness.

Adam Chaim & Shoshana Chaim interview top experts in nutrition & fitness, healthy lifestyle, compassion, as well as individuals with their own transformational stories. They are the parents of two kids who share their expertise and personal transformations to a plant-based compassionate lifestyle and beyond. You’ll find motivation, inspiration and actionable tips to help you to get closer to achieving your own goals.



Adam & Shoshana are Wellness Experts, public speakers, authors and nutrition & fitness coaches with over 35 years experience. They help build nutrition and fitness plans for all types of athletes and beginners as well as help individuals alleviate stress in life caused by diet, lifestyle and chronic illness.



Show notes, recipes and more at www.planttrainers.com

Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & Fitness Adam Chaim & Shoshana Chaim

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.7 • 161 Ratings

The Plant Trainers Podcast helps you improve your quality of life through plant-based nutrition and fitness.

Adam Chaim & Shoshana Chaim interview top experts in nutrition & fitness, healthy lifestyle, compassion, as well as individuals with their own transformational stories. They are the parents of two kids who share their expertise and personal transformations to a plant-based compassionate lifestyle and beyond. You’ll find motivation, inspiration and actionable tips to help you to get closer to achieving your own goals.



Adam & Shoshana are Wellness Experts, public speakers, authors and nutrition & fitness coaches with over 35 years experience. They help build nutrition and fitness plans for all types of athletes and beginners as well as help individuals alleviate stress in life caused by diet, lifestyle and chronic illness.



Show notes, recipes and more at www.planttrainers.com

    More Than National Nutrition Month with Dr Colin Zhu

    More Than National Nutrition Month with Dr Colin Zhu

    In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Colin. Zhu about how thriving is more than just National Nutrition Month. We learn more about Dr. Colin as a person before diving into National Nutrition Month. Traditionally, this month is dedicated to promoting awareness of the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. But in our conversation we dive into how there are so many more pillars than diet for overall well-being. The broader picture is really the reason many of his clients come to him for help in the first place as well as how they go from surviving to thriving. Stay tuned to the end to hear how you can get a signed copy of his book and other helpful goodies for free! Dr. Colin Zhu is Board-Certified in family practice/OMT and lifestyle medicine. Passionate about the intersection of medicine, food, and nutrition, Dr. Zhu trained as a chef and a health coach and launched TheChefDoc in 2017. TheChefDoc is an online wellness and lifestyle education platform which has been featured in several publications. Dr. Zhu is an international speaker, the author of "Thrive Medicine: How To Cultivate Your Desires and Elevate Your Life,“ and the podcast host of Thrive Bites in which he interviews the latest health and wellness experts about incorporating a plant-powered lifestyle, enhancing emotional wellness, and creating a thriving mindset! Dr. Zhu is also the creator/director of a self-educational masterclass seri3es called The THR5 Formula™ where he combines inspiration, education, and practical tools on how to THRIVE! Here you will learn the 5 To THR5™ Pillars: Food As Medicine, Functional Fitness, Relationships, Community, & Emotional Resilience! Currently, based in the Southern California area and has a virtual lifestyle medical practice called TheChefDoc Lifestyle Medicine. In this episode we discuss:  March is National Nutrition Month Why plant-based Common trends with people’s lifestyle National Nutrition Month pillars Why do some people think “it just doesn’t work for them”? The broader picture Code“PTP2024” and special PTP Giveaway  Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Dr. Colin Zhu - , , ,  - Mention the code Code“PTP2024” for some freebies Thrive Bites and Elevating Your Life with Dr. Colin Zhu - Nutrition Myth Busting with Dr. Matthew Nagra – Optimizing Plant-Based Nutrition with Reshma Shah, MD – Clarifying The Confusion Of Nutrition with Dr Tushar Mehta –

    • 39 min
    Nature For Relieving Stress with Brittany Gowan

    Nature For Relieving Stress with Brittany Gowan

    In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Brittany Gowan about using nature as a method of relieving stress. In fact, it is more than just stress relief, it is thriving with nature. We talk about how nature affects our mood and our ability to really show up for what we want to do in this world. Whether you want to be more productive or thrive as an athlete, in your profession or as a person, you will see the value nature has to reach your full potential.  Brittany Gowan is a NYC-based stress management coach teaching a nature-centered "Skills for Stress and Success" program to build mental strength and support wellbeing and performance. She features recognizable examples of the natural world into her stress relief techniques, guided imagery and goal setting practices. She leads corporate events, works 1:1 with individuals in high-performance industries and provides community programming. Brittany is a former athlete competing in both figure skating and swimming. She's also a figure skating coach, teaching skating to people of all ages in NYC. Brittany is the author of the new book with HarperCollins, Turn to the Sun: Your Guide to Release Stress and Cultivate Better Health Through Nature. In this episode we discuss:  Finding the plant-based/vegetarian lifestyle The connection with nature Nature and Stress Ways of relieving stress Nature and Athletics Sports psychology and success how to apply this if you're an entrepreneur Actionable tips to start with today Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Brittany Gowan - , , How Stress Makes You Stronger with Dr. Jeff Crippen - Healthy Picnic Ideas with Adam and Shoshana Chaim – Stress, Abuse, and Relationships with Dean Ornish, M.D. –

    • 24 min
    Intuitive Eating and The Anti Diet with Sherry Shaban

    Intuitive Eating and The Anti Diet with Sherry Shaban

    In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Sherry Shaban all about intuitive eating an anti diet. We discuss how letting go is the key to making healthier choices a part of your lifestyle instead of a constant struggle. Sherry comes to us with so much good knowledge. We look at why diets fail, and what you can do differently. We are unpacking the nuances of ‘transformation’ versus ‘results,’ and how you can move from a life of limitations to one of endless possibilities. Whether you call it intuitive eating or the un diet, you’ll have a lot to think about after this episode is done.  Sherry Shaban is an osteopath and an anti-diet health and life coach from Montreal, Qc. She is the founder of the Fall in Love with Fitness Podcast, the HIIT DecksTM App, and Make Peace with FoodTM, the leaders in an Anti-Diet approach that rewires the brain’s relationship with food to naturally release body weight struggles forever. With over 23 years of experience in the fitness industry, Sherry is a renowned expert in the most challenging weight loss cases and has helped thousands of people worldwide transform their health and fitness using her revolutionary method to rewire the brain, release self-sabotaging limiting beliefs and patterns, and fall in love with fitness so that weight loss becomes easy, predictable, and enjoyable. In this episode we discuss: Gratitude Finding plant-based Protein  “Shouldn’t”  Anti Diet and intuitive eating  How to carve whole food instead of processed foods  Food Rules  Emotional eating  Disordered relationship with food  Actionable steps  Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Sherry Shaban - , , , Busting The Protein Myth with Dr. Garth Davis – The Game Changers, Meat, Protein and Strength with James Wilks - A Parent’s Guide To Intuitive Eating with Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster -

    • 30 min
    Everyday Tips For People With Acne with Shoshana Chaim

    Everyday Tips For People With Acne with Shoshana Chaim

    In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk all about everyday tips for people with acne. Most of the tips I share today are going to be free, everyday tips to help people of any age with their acne. I personally suffered with my own acne for about 38 years…and I did not find any of my answers in the doctors’ office. I don't just cover what to put on your face, but what not to put on your face, in your mouth or in your head! Hmmmm..did I get you thinking there? Remember, everyone's skin is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another… but today’s tips really revolve around simple lifestyle and hygiene. Here's a joke for you... "Why did the pimple apply for a job? It wanted to get ahead in the business!" In this episode we discuss:  Causes of acne Nutrition Gut Nighttime musts Mind over skin Washing up What to use and what not to avoid Probiotic - Why your probiotic may not be right Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Recommended   Plant-based   Any links not working or you need to order to Canada, Europe, Mexico, Australia or other   The Real Truth About Weight Loss with Chef AJ -

    • 23 min
    Feeding Plant Powered Punks with Margot Freitag

    Feeding Plant Powered Punks with Margot Freitag

    In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Margot Freitag all about plant powered punks. Margot has made it cool for youngsters to get into the kitchen and learn how to cook plant-based for themselves. We talk about the power kids will have to try and eat new foods when they are part of the cooking process. We explore families who cook together can be healthier together and how teachers can have a greater influence in the kitchen. We’re not gonna “beer” around the bush anymore, but this is a fun little episode you’ll want to share with all your parent and teacher friends. Through her career, Margot has helped thousands of people restore their health. Margot’s teaching is rooted in personal leadership and behavioral change, with plant-based nutrition as the guiding force. Margot is certified in Plant-Based nutrition and is a certified Personal Trainer specializing in functional fitness and remedial exercise in medical treatment. She is also a high school teacher and has taught mostly drama and English literature. Margot recently published her first children’s cookbook, “Plant-Powered Punks,” inspired by her own children who thrived growing up on plants. Margot’s vision is to show children that healthier food choices can be delicious and really can impact kids' energy levels and how they feel. Her hope is that Plant-Powered Punks and the Plant-Powered Punks Membership Site will serve as inspiration for children, parents, and teachers to have fun creating delicious, healthy whole plant foods. Margot is a published author and has written for the PCRM’s Good Medicine Magazine. She has been featured on several summits and podcasts. Margot has been the creator and host of five online Plant-Based Summits. She lives in Ontario, Canada on an acreage with her husband, son and daughter, her Mustang horses, and two Great Dane-cross dogs. In this episode we discuss:  Asthma  Meeting Brenda Davis  Who are Plant-Powered Punks Food & behaviour  Parent based vs child based plant based cooking  Teaching cookbook  Her favourite recipes Quinoa burgers  Almond cheese  A message for the parents of the picky eater.   Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Margot Freitag - , , , Healing Allergies and Asthma with Margot Freitag – Nourish Your Plant-Based Pregnancy with Brenda Davis – The Paleo Debate with Brenda Davis R.D. –

    • 29 min
    Setting Intentions for 2024 with Adam and Shoshana Chaim

    Setting Intentions for 2024 with Adam and Shoshana Chaim

    In this episode of the Plant Trainers Podcast, we take a deep dive into the past year and get ready to move into 2024. We explore the highs and lows, celebrate achievements, and share our learnings from challenges. As we bid farewell to the old, we're setting our sights on the new year, sharing our intentions and goals for the journey ahead. Along the way, we'll leave you with questions for reflection and intentions for yourself, inviting you to join us in this thoughtful conversation on personal growth, podcast milestones, and the green possibilities that await. So, whether you're a longtime listener or a newcomer to the Plant Trainers community, grab a comfortable seat, tune in, and let's cultivate inspiration together on the Plant Trainers Podcast. Reflecting on the Past Year: Major Achievements:  Challenges and Lessons:  Favorite part of work:  Changes and Evolutions:  Setting Intentions for the Next Year: Personal Growth Goals: Work Goals:  Community Engagement/Social Goals: Balancing Priorities: Adapting to Change:  Intentions Meditation Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Creating A Vision For The New Year – Doing What You Love In The New Year – Starting The New Year With Your One Word –

    • 21 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
161 Ratings

161 Ratings

FMMCGC1974 ,

A moment of gratitude....

This is in my top five favorite podcasts. I love to save a bunch of episodes and listen to them on a weekend afternoon while cooking my plant-based meals for the week. Shoshana and Adam are really great hosts, work really hard to bring interesting topics to light, and they have fantastic guests. They are a great resource for anyone making the change to a plant-based lifestyle. This podcast has been so informative for me and I have learned so much from it and my moment of gratitude is to say " thank you plant trainers for helping me to become a healthier more plantiful person. I am grateful!"

Colleen Monty ,

Love this podcast!

Highly recommend! Shoshana and Adam are the best. Very relatable and personable. They make the great variety of topics on this podcast even more interesting, asking their guests all the questions I'd ask if I had the chance. I've learned so much from them and am so thankful to have their podcast to turn to!

Tyler I hate this app ,

Wow what a who’s who list of guests

If you are interested in a plant based lifestyle, these guys have Interviewed most of the influencers in the space. Highly recommend you give it a listen.

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