Hello October & Happy Fall
As the vibrant colors of fall sweep across our city and state, we’re reminded that this season is all about change and transformation. Just as nature prepares for the months ahead, now is the perfect time to reflect on our own growth and the habits we carry with us. Embracing new routines and letting go of what no longer serves us can be the key to unlocking our potential. Whether it’s setting fresh goals, adopting healthier habits, or pursuing a long-held dream, the season invites us to choose paths that align with the future we want to create. Let’s take this opportunity to embrace change, and step into the next chapter with intention and purpose.
Throughout the next three months, considering joining me in embracing simplicity in October, gratitude in November and relationships in December. Read more about the word of the year and each month’s dedications here.
KC & Co. IN THE COMMUNITY
This summer has been an eye-opening journey of learning about the challenges our community in Indianapolis faces, especially in the areas of health, hunger, and homelessness. I had the privilege of visiting and meeting with organizations like The Patachou Foundation, Gleaners Food Bank, Outreach Inc., and Nine13 Sports and Logistics. In addition, I connected with school health coordinators, community center leaders, and city and state health officials to gain a deeper understanding of the critical issues at hand. While incredible work is being done, there is still much more needed to ensure that everyone has access to the education, resources, and the support they deserve. The listening tour continues, so if you have a story to share or recommendations on who Kelsey should meet with next, please reach out! Together, we can build a stronger, healthier community.
Coaching in the community
Enrollment for group and individual health and wellness coaching is now open! If you’re interested, please email kelsey@kelseycookandco.com.
Fitness in the community
You can find me at The Hot Room Downtown every Tuesday at 7:00 PM and Thursday at 6:15 AM for Inferno Hot Pilates.
Community class: Join me for a donation-based Pilates Class at Cinderwood Event Center in Indianapolis on November 23 to support the American Heart Association. Keep an eye out for more information that will be shared on Instagram.
NEWS + PODCASTS
National Health News
“On Monday (September 23), U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) led a roundtable discussion titled, American Health and Nutrition: A Second Opinion. Sen. Johnson and a panel of experts provided a foundational and historical understanding of the changes that have occurred over the last century within agriculture, food processing, and healthcare industries which impact the current state of national health.”
My favorite participants:
Dr. Casey Means - medical doctor & author of “Good Energy”
Dr. Jordan Peterson - renowned psychologist, author & online educator
Calley Means - Co-founder of Truemed & coalition leader of End Chronic Disease
Mikhaila Fuller - Co-Founder & CEO of Peterson Academy, founder of Fuller Health and The Lion Diet, podcaster & lifestyle and diet blogger
Alex Clark - food activist, advocate for healthier food systems & host of the “Culture Apothecary” podcast
Vani Hari (Food Babe) - food activist, author & speaker
Fan favorite Dr. Mark Hyman’s testimony is linked here
Podcasts
The Doctor’s Farmacy - Inside Congress’s Mission to Combat Chronic Disease
The Doctor’s Farmacy - The Loneliness Epidemic - Why Community is Key to Better Health and Longevity
Pursuit of Wellness - Meat Mafia - The Truth About Raw Milk and Red Meat
The Tucker Carlson Show - Casey& Calley Means - The Truth About Ozempic and How Big Pharma Keeps You Sick
The Ed Mylett Show - Dr. Joe Dispenza - How to Overcome Stress and health Yourself from Within
The Skinny Confidential - Alex Clark - Conspiracies, Health Truths, Big Pharma, etc.
Transform - Ara Katz - How the Microbiome Impacts your Whole Body Health
EMBRACING THIS SEASON OF TRANSFORMATION
How can you make the most of all this season has to offer while still putting yourself, your health, your mindset, and your wellness first?
Plan your weeks and always include time to relax + reset.
Decide what is a “nice to have/do” and “need to have/do.”
Dedicate space to create and settle into your new routines.
Resting and resetting are not always the same. Do you “rest” and still feel exhausted the next day even though all you did was clean, run errands, and watch movies?
Consider if you are INTENTIONALLY resting - doing things that allow your mind to unplug from technology and release the tension in your body. Once you rest, you can properly and fully reset.
I often find myself needing a refresh as the seasons change. A change of pace, new scenery, moving my body in new ways, new people, and a new perspective. The best way I’ve found to recenter and find these new routines is to ask myself the following question: What am I getting bored with, why, and what sounds better? Common responses include feeling bored with workouts because you’ve been doing the same class for months and you want something challenging OR feeling bored with work because you go to the same office every day with the same people and you want a change in environment or more comradery.
It’s always up to you to change - no matter how small or extravagant - change is change.
~May this season be filled with transformation~
Kelsey
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