This Unmillennial Life

When real life finds its way onto your TV screen at night, how accurate does the portrayal feel? The hit show every unmillennial seems to be talking about - This Is Us - touches at issues that hit close to home. But for one foster parent, the storyline of Randall's family's choice to become a foster family missed the mark.

A digital society with no mail and no clutter may be the stuff millennials dream of. But the reality for many unmillennials is we're still drowning in a sea of our own stuff. Having spent years accumulating the day-to-day goods that make up a 40- to 50-something life, GenXers now find themselves at a crossroads of wanting more order while living an otherwise unordered life.

If checking your heart rate is something you only have done at an annual check-up, maybe it's time to look into the "theory" behind one of the nation's hottest fitness brands -- Orangetheory. Today's episode features Katy Widrick -- group fitness instructor, multi-media producer, blogging genius and personal friend of the show. Katy has made Orangetheory a dedicated part of her fitness journey and is sharing with listeners why.

Are fitness fashion brands like Lululemon really committed to fitness? According to one woman's story, the answer may surprise you.

We've all heard that it's important to save for a rainy day. But what about saving for the many sunny days, weeks, months and years you hope to enjoy after retirement. Financial experts say the best time to start that saving process was yesterday. But for GenX unmillennials, there's still time to start today. In today's episode of the podcast, we discuss the aspects of risk management and wealth accumulation that are most important to our generation.

There won't be a new episode this week of This Unmillennial Life, as I enjoy the Christmas holidays with family and friends. I'll be back next week with a new episode for the New Year. Wishing you all very Happy Holidays! ~Regan

POOP - We all do it. We all know what it is. Let's discuss the number one things you need to know about going number two.

Can a podcast tell you something about a menstrual cycle you DON'T know? Fitness, Food and your mental picture are all affected by your period. Here's how.

From concerns about saying the wrong thing to not knowing how to help, you may find yourself feeling completely inadequate when faced with knowing someone who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness. This episode of the podcast touches on that possibility and most importantly, shares a personal account from Maggie Van Duyn of what life has been like after her being diagnosed with Stage IV Breast Cancer in her late 30s.

We’ve come a long way since the days of leotards and legwarmers. And while group fitness has evolved over the years, one thing remains true — the best fitness routine for YOU is the one you’ll actually do, consistently, and love. My personal choice is BodyPump and today, I’m taking time to explain why.

There are no shortages of food blogs and magazine covers promising spectacular menus and dishes for your Thanksgiving meal, but what if staying in the kitchen all day is the last thing you want to do? On today's episode of This Unmillennial Life, I'm chatting with Kathleen Phillips, author of Magic Cakes and the food blog, GritsandGouda, as she shares her favorite shortcut cooking tips for the holiday season.

If you have days where you're not sure who needs your help more -- your kids or your parents, you know you're an unmillennial. Today's episode of This Unmillennial Life scratches the surface on a topic that runs deep with both emotional responses and tactical requirements, the role of becoming caregiver to aging parents. For many unmillennials, now is the time to begin the conversations around what our parents have planned (or not planned for) as they age and need additional help.

Magazine covers may tout the importance of protein for weight loss, but what if the benefits go far beyond that? Today's episode of This Unmillennial Life uncovers why protein as we age (starting as early as our 30s!) is so important to maintain lifelong health and independence, plus covers one of the more common quick-to-grab protein options -- protein bars -- and identifies the best choices.

In today's episode, we're discussing all things ALDI and taking a look at what makes this low-cost leader a nationwide grocery store success. 

Opinions differ on the role a chiropractor can play in your overall health. Learn what chiropractors can (and cannot do) to get you feeling your best.