Ritual Health and Fitness

02/23/2026

What happens when ancient shamanic wisdom meets Western medicine—and a drumbeat becomes a prescription? 🥁

This Tuesday at 8AM, I sit down with Dr. C.T. Holman—a rare breed of healer who bridges 5,000 years of Chinese medicine, facial astrology, and spirit-centered diagnosis with the clinical rigor of modern healthcare.

We're diving into:
🔮 Spirit as a form of diagnosis
🌿 How herbs, drumming, and acupuncture reverse diabetes & hypertension
💡 Why your face reveals more than bloodwork ever could
🏥 Blending shamanism with patient outcomes that leave Western docs scratching their heads

Dr. Holman practices at Redwood Springs right here in Salem, Oregon—where patients walk in with pill bottles and walk out with rituals.

🎙️ **TUNE IN LIVE:**
📻 KMUZ.org | 88.5 FM
⏰ Tuesday, 8:00 AM PST
🎧 *Health, Thought, and Transformation (A Featured segment of Willamette Wakeup)

Community radio is the heartbeat of Salem. If this conversation shifts your perspective, consider donating to KMUZ—local voices deserve local support.

👉 Learn more: rodstanley.com | redwoodspring.com

01/26/2026

📻 NEW EPISODE TOMORROW!

🌿 Health Thought & Transformation explores uncovering hidden toxins in everyday life.

In this episode, Jamie Stanley—a concerned mother whose journey began during a frightening time when SIDS became a real worry in her household—shares how that scare sparked a mission to protect her family. What started as research into the products in her own home transformed into a complete shift in how she approaches her family's health and wellbeing.

Jamie reveals why reading labels matters, especially when it comes to chemical fragrances and the hidden toxins lurking in everyday household items. Her story is a powerful reminder that small changes can make a big difference when your family's health is the priority.

🎙️ Hosted by Rod Stanley 📅 Tuesday at 8AM 📻 KMUZ Radio | Willamette Wakeup

🎧 HOW TO LISTEN: 📻 LIVE — Tune in to KMUZ 88.5 FM Tuesday morning 💻 STREAM — Listen online at kmuz.org 🎧 PODCAST — Catch it anytime at: 🔗 kmuz.org/shows/willamette-wakeup

If you're a parent who wants to create a safer, healthier home for your family, you won't want to miss this conversation. 💚

01/24/2026

01/03/2026

🌿 Join Me for a FREE Tai Chi Demo Class - Only 1 Week Away!

I'm excited to invite you to experience Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention on January 10th at 10 AM at the Salem Public Library (Room A).

This evidence-based class is specifically designed for people dealing with:
• Joint pain that makes daily tasks harder
• Fear of falling or losing balance
• Stiffness that limits movement
• Frustration with high-impact exercise

WHY TAI CHI WORKS:
Research shows participants experience 67% reduction in falls, 35% less pain, and 29% improvement in daily function. These aren't just numbers—they're real results from real people.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
✓ Full demonstration of the Tai Chi for Arthritis sequence
✓ Hands-on instruction for Lesson 1 (Commencement)
✓ Safe warm-up and cool-down techniques
✓ Information about the complete 16-week program

This class is FREE, but space is limited to 25 participants to ensure personalized attention.

📧 Email: rodsritualfitness@gmail.com
📞 Call/Text: 971-382-5626
🌐 More info: rodstanley.com

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ritual-health-and-fitness-tai-chi-for-arthritis-demonstration-tickets-1977734337643?aff=oddtdtcreator

Feel free to share this with anyone who could benefit from gentle, effective movement that actually works. See you there! 🙏

12/31/2025

THURSDAY, JANUARY 1st @ 8AM - HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉
This time, I'm flipping the script! I'll be the featured guest on Willamette Block Party, hosted by the fantastic Xavier Hudson, Allie Saunders, and Ray White.
As a lifestyle interventionist and Corrective Exercise Specialist, I'll be sharing:
• Realistic strategies for staying healthy during the holiday season (yes, even with all those leftovers!)
• Lifestyle transformation tips that actually stick
• How to start 2025 with sustainable wellness habits
• Plus, we'll bring holiday spirit with great music to close out the season!
📻 HOW TO TUNE IN:
🌐 Stream live at kmuz.org
📻 Your local KMUZ FM station 100.7 FM and 88.5 FM
⏰ Willamette Wake Up airs weekdays 8-9AM
🎙️ Podcast versions available after each episode
Both of these segments represent what I'm passionate about - creating conversations that empower our community to make informed health and wellness decisions. Whether you're curious about innovative healthcare models, looking for practical wellness advice, or simply love supporting local voices, these episodes have something for you!
I'd love to connect with you after you listen. What questions do you have about healthcare or wellness? What are YOUR goals for 2025? Drop them in the comments! 👇
Mark your calendars and set those reminders! See you on the airwaves! 📻

12/29/2025

🎙️ TWO AMAZING EPISODES THIS WEEK! 🎙️

I'm excited to share what's happening on 's Willamette Wake Up this week - and I'm part of BOTH episodes!

📍 TUESDAY, DEC 30 @ 8AM
I'm hosting my segment "Health, Thought & Transformation" and I'll be interviewing Dr. Matt Hennings of @!

In our conversation, we're diving into:
✨ The concierge model of physical therapy and why it's a game-changer
✨ How personalized care delivers better patient outcomes
✨ An upcoming golf workshop in January
PLUS: As a part of the show Salem History Moment on Kwanzaa celebrations 🎊

📍 THURSDAY, JAN 1 @ 8AM 🎉
The tables turn! I'm the special guest on (hosted by Xavier Hudson, Allie Saunders & Ray White)!

We'll be talking about:
💪 Practical holiday health tips that work
🎯 Lifestyle transformation strategies for 2025
🎵 Plus music to kick off the New Year right!

🎧 LISTEN:
📻 KMUZ Radio | Weekdays 8-9AM 100.7 FM and 88.5 FM
🌐 Stream: kmuz.org
🎙️ Podcast available later

Both shows are part of Willamette Wake Up - your daily dose of community conversations that matter. Whether you're interested in healthcare innovation, wellness strategies, or local culture, these episodes deliver valuable insights!

Who's setting their alarm? Drop a 🎙️ if you'll be tuning in!

12/18/2025

Most fitness classes are loud, rushed, and completely miss what actually keeps you from falling.

This is a real look inside one of my balance & gait classes.

What you’ll hear me talk about here might surprise you:
Balance doesn’t start in your hips or your core—it starts in your feet.

In this clip, I cover both foundational foot mechanics and advanced balance strategies—because real stability is built from the ground up, with precision and intention.

This is also why this is a 16-week program.

Not because you need more workouts—but because you need education.

I don’t want you dependent on a class or a trainer.
I want you to understand how your body moves, why balance changes over time, and how to build strength, stability, and confidence on your own—safely and intelligently.

You won’t just “do exercises.”
You’ll learn:
• How your feet, hips, eyes, and nervous system work together
• How to progress balance correctly
• How to correct problems before they become injuries
• How to train with intention, not fear

My teaching style is:
• Evidence-based
• Precise and thoughtful
• Calm, laid back, and approachable
• Designed for real people, real homes, real lives

And yes—you get this level of coaching from the comfort of your own home.

If you’ve felt unsteady…
If your walk doesn’t feel as confident as it used to…
Or if you want a professional trainer who can help you with any movement goal, not just burn calories—this matters.

The Balance & Gait Mastery Program begins January 9th.
Spots are limited so I can keep the coaching personal and high-quality.

📩 Message me or call me for a free 30-minute consultation, or
👉 Enroll here: https://whop.com/checkout/plan_yH255zVdScmXI

Share this with someone who deserves more than another workout.

12/18/2025

Most fitness classes are loud, rushed, and completely miss what actually keeps you from falling.

This is a real look inside one of my balance & gait classes.

What you’ll hear me talk about here might surprise you:
Balance doesn’t start in your hips or your core—it starts in your feet.

In this clip, I cover both foundational foot mechanics and advanced balance strategies—because real stability is built from the ground up, with precision and intention.

This is also why this is a 16-week program.

Not because you need more workouts—but because you need education.

I don’t want you dependent on a class or a trainer.
I want you to understand how your body moves, why balance changes over time, and how to build strength, stability, and confidence on your own—safely and intelligently.

You won’t just “do exercises.”
You’ll learn:
• How your feet, hips, eyes, and nervous system work together
• How to progress balance correctly
• How to correct problems before they become injuries
• How to train with intention, not fear

My teaching style is:
• Evidence-based
• Precise and thoughtful
• Calm, laid back, and approachable
• Designed for real people, real homes, real lives

And yes—you get this level of coaching from the comfort of your own home.

If you’ve felt unsteady…
If your walk doesn’t feel as confident as it used to…
Or if you want a professional trainer who can help you with any movement goal, not just burn calories—this matters.

The Balance & Gait Mastery Program begins January 9th.
Spots are limited so I can keep the coaching personal and high-quality.

📩 Message me or call me for a free 30-minute consultation, or
👉 Enroll here: https://whop.com/checkout/plan_yH255zVdScmXI

Share this with someone who deserves more than another workout.

12/16/2025

1️⃣ SCHEDULE YOUR CALL - Pick a time that works for you
2️⃣ DISCUSS YOUR BALANCE CONCERNS - We'll talk about your specific challenges
3️⃣ GET YOUR PERSONALIZED PLAN - I'll show you exactly how the program will help YOU

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just honest conversation about your health and how I can help.

⚠️ LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE for January 2026 Cohort

Balance & Gait Mastery Program
Starts January 9th | 20 Participants Only

DM me "CONSULT" to schedule your free call.

Or visit: www.rodstanley.com

Let's talk about your path to confident, fearless movement.

12/16/2025

I'll be honest with you: I didn't choose this work. It chose me.

After my Marine Corps injury, I had two choices—accept what doctors told me was my "new normal," or fight for something better. I chose to fight. And I rebuilt my body from the ground up.

That journey taught me something: age, injury, fear—none of it has to be the end of your story.

24 years later. 8+ certifications. 500+ lives transformed. From the Marine Corps to Dr. Phil's stage to right here in your neighborhood in Salem, Oregon.

This isn't a side hustle—this is my life's mission. When you train with me, you don't just get my credentials:

✅ USMC Veteran who knows recovery from the inside ✅ 8+ Elite Certifications (NASM, ISSA, NCSF, APEX, Tai Chi for Arthritis) ✅ Featured on Dr. Phil (twice) ✅ NY Times Bestselling Author Contributor ✅ EMT-Basic & Age Management Medicine Training ✅ Natural Pro Bodybuilder

You get someone who's been in the fight and knows what it takes to win.

Because your independence isn't negotiable. And giving up? That's not an option.

Balance & Gait Mastery Program starts January 9th. 20 spots only. 🎯

12/15/2025

I’ve seen what falls can take from people.
And I’ve also seen what the right training can give back.

Through my work with OHSU and Northwest Senior & Disability Services, I’ve had the privilege of working with adults well into their 80s and 90s—people who were told decline was “just part of aging.”

What I’ve witnessed is nothing short of extraordinary.

Men and women in their late 80s… even 90s…
✔️ Walking with confidence again
✔️ Moving without fear
✔️ Regaining independence
✔️ Reclaiming their quality of life

The stories they share stay with me—stories of decades spent afraid of falling, limiting themselves, shrinking their world… only to realize they were capable of so much more.

This is why this work matters so deeply to me.

I’ve been working with this population since 2010, starting during my time at Cenegenics, and later through my collaboration with Dr. Jeffrey Life, where I helped craft chapters in his New York Times bestselling books, The Life Plan and Mastering The Life Plan.
The message has always been the same:
👉 Aging does not mean giving up strength, balance, or dignity.

A serious fall costs an average of $27,000—but the real cost is the loss of confidence, independence, and freedom.

That’s why I created the Balance & Gait Mastery Program, launching January 9th.

This is a 16-week virtual program that combines:
• Evidence-based education
• At-home balance & gait training
• Live teaching modules
• Group coaching & community
• Optional 1-on-1 coaching for personalized support

The cost is $600—a fraction of the cost of a fall, and an investment that could quite literally change, or save, a life.

If you or someone you love has noticed changes in balance, walking, or confidence—please don’t wait.

📞 Call or message me for a free 30-minute consultation
We’ll talk about where you are and whether this program is right for you.

Ready to enroll now?
👉 https://whop.com/checkout/plan_yH255zVdScmXI

And if this isn’t for you—share this post.
A parent. A spouse. A friend. A neighbor.
This information belongs in the hands of people who need it.

I’ve seen what’s possible—even in the late 90s.
It’s never too late to move better, live better, and live without fear.

— Rod