Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down as a guest speaker on Tara’s “The Engaging Voice Podcast” to talk about “UTILIZING FITNESS TO ADDRESS INJURIES COMMON AMONG MUSICIANS.” We delved deep into my journey and expertise in helping musicians like you stay healthy, strong, and pain-free. During our podcast discussion, Tara and I explored various facets of my journey. I …
Podcast Interview with Judy Rodman
Getting physically injured can temporarily stop or permanently end a music career. This episode of the All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast by Judy Rodman is for you! A brief introduction to Judy: She is the author of several pro-level vocal training courses for singers and speakers. She is creator and host of ‘All Things Vocal’ blog and podcast which …
Interview on “Building Stronger Creatives” podcast
Are you a musician who’s curious about lifting weights? This episode of the Building Stronger Creatives podcast is for you. Caroline is a trombonist and fellow strength coach passionate about helping musicians. From Caroline on what this episode is about: Angela has spent the last 13+ years helping musicians use strength training to reduce pain and injury risk, play with …
Ep. 72: The Courage to Change
EPISODE 72The Courage to Change(52:45)WIPEpisode Reference: You can find more about McKenzie at: Instagram – @thefitflutist and @mckenzie_417 IT’S THE END OF AN ERA!! On the FINAL EPISODE of the Tuned and Strong Podcast, we discuss the courage it takes to make the changes we need in life, and follow the paths that make us truly happy rather than giving …
Ep. 71: Stories from the Road with Bob Bender
EPISODE 71Stories from the Road with Bob Bender(1:24:30)WIPEpisode Reference: You can find more about McKenzie at: Instagram – @thefitflutist and @mckenzie_417 “Music used to have heart and soul, now it’s all technical.” What is the difference between a craftsman and an artist? Have the performing arts become sterile? Are we too removed from our audiences and each other? These questions …
Ep. 70: We Don’t Play for Free
EPISODE 70We Don’t Play for Free(42:47)WIPEpisode Reference: You can find more about McKenzie at: Instagram – @thefitflutist and @mckenzie_417 Are you tired of hearing that musicians are broke? I think we all are and it’s not an easy solution but one of the things that perpetuates the problem is people expecting musicians to play for free and musicians accepting that. …
Ep. 69: Play Strong, Play Long with Dr Katie Mess
EPISODE 69Play Strong, Play Long with Dr Katie Mess(1:26:57)WIPEpisode Reference: You can find more about McKenzie at: Instagram – @thefitflutist and @mckenzie_417 An athlete is someone who has a physical skill and performs it at an elite level. Doesn’t that describe us? In today’s episode “Play Strong, Play Long” with flutist and soon to be certified strength and conditioning specialist, …
Ep. 68: Balance and Burnout Prevention with Kyla Cofer
EPISODE 68Balance and Burnout Prevention with Kyla Cofer(57:20)WIPEpisode Reference: You can find more about McKenzie at: Instagram – @thefitflutist and @mckenzie_417 “Is it normal to feel like you’re fighting against the thing you love??” Burnout. It’s become a popular buzzword, but what is it really, and how do you know if you’re experiencing it or if you’re just “done” with …
Ep. 67: A Musician’s Path Through Focal Dystonia
A Musician’s Path Through Focal DystoniaEPISODE 67A Musician’s Path Through Focal Dystonia(59:49)WIPEpisode Reference: You can find more about McKenzie at: Instagram – @thefitflutist and @mckenzie_417 What happens when a “natural” task suddenly feels “foreign”?? For many musicians struggling with injury, the feeling of “not knowing your own body” is very common. But this feeling is usually even more prominent in …
Ep. 66: Nutrition for Musicians with Duncan Rock Part-2
Nutrition for Musicians with Duncan Rock Part-1EPISODE 64Nutrition for Musicians with Duncan Rock Part-2(51:24)WIPEpisode Reference: You can find more about McKenzie at: Instagram – @thefitflutist and @mckenzie_417 “And I’m supposed to eat well during performance season too??” We’ve all been there – long hours, late nights, and excess stress during a run of performances can make it seem like “survival” …