Episode #61 , Vitamin D, Sunscreen, and Summer Health, with Michelle Howell!!!

28/06/2025 19 min
Episode #61 , Vitamin D, Sunscreen, and Summer Health, with Michelle Howell!!!

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Episode Synopsis

Episode Title: Vitamin D, Sunscreen, and Summer Health, with Michelle Howell!!!
Description:
In this episode of the Elevate Yourself podcast, Rob is joined by Michelle Howell, a passionate educator and outdoor enthusiast, to discuss the importance of sun safety, Vitamin D, and overall health during the summer months. Michelle shares her personal journey as a teacher and leader, and how her love for being outdoors has shaped her approach to health and wellness.
Michelle offers valuable insights into the benefits of being active outside, from boosting physical health to improving mental well-being, and explains why spending time outdoors is so good for us. She also shares her thoughtful approach to sun safety, offering practical tips on how to protect our skin while still enjoying the great outdoors.
In addition to sun protection, Michelle talks about the crucial role of Vitamin D and how to balance getting enough sun for health benefits with protecting ourselves from harmful UV exposure. She wraps up the conversation with easy-to-implement sun safety habits listeners can adopt for better protection without sacrificing outdoor activities.
Topics Covered:
Michelle’s “Origin Story” as an Educator and Leader
Learn about Michelle’s career journey and how her passion for education, leadership, and outdoor activities shaped her path.


The Benefits of Being Active Outdoors
Michelle discusses why spending time outside is essential for physical and mental health and shares personal insights from her own experiences.


The Importance of Sun Safety
Michelle explains the critical role of sunscreen and protective layering, sharing lessons learned over the years about skin protection and sun safety.


Balancing Sun Exposure for Vitamin D
Michelle breaks down the science of Vitamin D and offers advice on how to get the right amount of sunlight for health benefits while still being mindful of sun safety.


3 Sun Safety Tips You Can Start Today
Practical, low-hanging fruit tips for protecting yourself from the harmful effects of the sun while enjoying time outdoors.


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