Evelyn's journey from trauma to empowerment through health and wellness is nothing short of inspiring. Growing up in a large household in North Jersey, she faced the absence of her busy parents and the trauma, leading to struggles with anxiety and dissociation. In this episode, Evelyn shares how she emerged stronger by finding solace in therapy, studies, and dancing.

Jodi and Gio from the Mindful Muscle Podcast share their personal transformation journeys and the impact it had on their lives.

Empowering Fitness: Navigating Eating Disorders and Compassionate Coaching with Fitness Educator Karli Taylor Ep. 168

Karli Taylor, PhD, is an award winning fitness educator and professional development speaker. Karli, the creator of BarreFlow, has authored more than 10 other accredited fitness courses. As an eating disorder survivor, she has recently become a strong and outspoken advocate for eating disorder awareness within wellness spaces. 

Karli, with nearly three decades of experience, courageously shares her personal journey through an eating disorder and how it shaped her mission in the fitness world. We explore the often-overlooked prevalence of eating disorders among fitness clients and professionals and the critical need for mindful communication. Karli provides eye-opening examples of how even well-meaning comments can significantly impact clients' self-perception and mental well-being.Join us for a crucial conversation aimed at fostering a healthier, more inclusive fitness industry.

Ever wondered how an everyday mom transforms into an elite endurance runner? This episode of our podcast brings you Melissa Londry's story. She is a licensed professional counselor whose journey from non-runner to ultra-runner will leave you motivated.

Awakening the Wellness Warrior: A Journey of Yoga, Motherhood, and Empowerment with Tommie Burch Ep. 165

Yoga isn't just about striking a pose; it's a gateway to rediscovering your inner strength and beauty. That's exactly what Tommie a yoga guru and mompreneur, learned on her journey from self-perception to self-empowerment.

But Tommie takes it to another level as a mompreneur, she is not only the owner of Balance by Tommie, she is also the co-founder of Capital Sweat Festival. The Capital Sweat Festival was the first of its kind in 2023 and now into it's second year, she is feverishly planning with her co-founder Danny Pigliavento.

Don't miss this fun epsiode with Tommie discussing her yoga journey, how she is balancing motherhood, and the amazing events she has planned for the capital region!

Tommie is a RYT-200, 8hold a 5 Hr Prenatal Certification, an ASFA barre instructor, a classically and comprehensively trained Pilates instructor, co-founder of Capital Sweat Fest, and mompreneuer. At balance by Tommie is dedicated to helping women create empowering thoughts and cultivate a positive lifestyle through the transformative practices of yoga, movement, and breathwork. At Balance by Tommie, the mission is to encourage and empower women to invest in themselves and prioritize their well-being. I believe that every woman deserves the opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery, self-care, and self-love.

Revolutionizing Hamstring Strengthening With Dr. Garrett Drumheller

If you are a runner, you know one of the weakest parts of a runner's body is the hamstrings. Meet Dr. Garret Drumheller, a physical therapist and the inventor of the Nordstick. His creation, the Nordstick, emerged from a challenging stint at a Division I university, where ingenuity met necessity and led to an affordable, space-saving fitness innovation. With over 150,000 units sold, Garrett's journey from prototype to viral sensation encapsulates the essence of this episode: a testament to how dedication and smart design can transform the athletic world.

We tear into the meat of hamstring fortification, particularly through the lens of Nordic curls, and why they're paramount for athletes, especially those navigating the rigors of cleat sports. Garrett offers a deep dive into the biomechanics of injury prevention, and how his Nordstick stands up to the rigors of intense training. Join us for an invigorating discussion that promises to elevate your understanding of fitness and the tools we use to achieve peak performance.

Personal Trainer, Asia Cornwall, Is Not "Playing Wit It", When It Comes To Her Commitment to Fitness

Listening to Personal Trainer, Asia Cornwall, talk about fitness, makes you want to go to the gym and work it out. As Asia recounts her evolution from a track athlete to a fitness guru, she reveals the mental paradigm shift that accompanied her journey, emphasizing that the real measure of progress lies not with the scale but with the inner transformations we undergo. Asia also discusses the myths when it comes to weight training and how lifting heavy is the key to seeing a transformation.

Our final chapter is an ode to empowerment, spotlighting fitness as a catalyst for personal strength and confidence, particularly for women. Asia speaks to the trepidation many feel when stepping into a gym but promises an encouraging truth: the focus is on personal goals, not on judgmental onlookers. With the mantra "Don't play with it", she drives home the importance of taking fitness aspirations seriously.

Let's talk getting fit and men's health with Keith O'Dell. Keith is a World Class powerlifter and nutritionist. He discusses his fitness journey and how a health scare and the book The Secret helped him along the way.

Keith's Takeaways:

1. It's never too late to start lifting

2. Men need to get their blood work done and know their hormone levels as they age

3. Don't let ego intimidate you from going to the gym

4. Slow down! Embrace the fitness journey and don't rush it

Meet Sean Kachmarski, ultra-marathon runner, author, and devoted family man. Sean’s journey to running success is not typical, but it is undoubtedly inspirational. Diagnosed with kidney stones in his mid-40’s, Sean was moved to do something to correct his health and be a better father and husband to his family. Starting with the Couch to 5K program, he progressed to park runs in England and eventually 10k races.

He set his sights higher on one of England’s iconic races: the 2015 Great North Run, an emotional event for Sean that taught him an important lesson: you can always judge a race by how they treat their last place runners. Fueled by this crowning achievement, Sean once again set the bar higher as he fully embraced the mantle of “runner”: marathons and ultra-marathons soon were conquered, leading Sean to write a book on writing — Just Finish: Don’t Think You Can, Know You Can.

Hoping to inspire would-be runners with his story, Sean is living proof that you can move from the “back of the pack” and become a true runner in unconventional ways.

Meet Kristen Yerger, a certified nutritionist, network marketer, and wellness mentor to moms and teachers everywhere.

A former softball player with sights set on Olympic glory, Kristen was forced to retire from the sport when she sustained a shoulder injury in high school. As the years passed, Kristen learned how to move past failure and accept that life isn’t always going to be perfect, applying these mantras when alcoholism nearly threatened to pull her marriage apart.

Now a devoted runner and 4 AM early-riser, Kristen details what helped her save her marriage, discover a new purpose, and re-establish her own identity. She now coaches teachers and mothers, encouraging them to be 1% better than they were the day before.

Meet Sarah Taylor, an unstoppable C.O.O and C.T.O of one of Melbourne’s hottest start-ups, transformational health coach, nutritional healer and international speaker.

As a formerly obese 40year old, Sarah turned her life around beating depression and a complete physical breakdown, accidentally getting into bodybuilding at age 42 and going on to become a 21-time World Champion by age 49.

Living by her motto ‘It’s never too late, start today’, Sarah is passionate about helping 40+ and busy working women transform their health and fitness and regain their energy and vitality in all aspects of their lives. She shares how nutrition can both hurt or heal in Episode 44.

Meet Janelle Gallo-Riegger, a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and ISSA certified nutritionist as well as a fitness model & state, national, & world bodybuilding champion. With 23 years of experience in the fitness industry, Janelle's true passion is to help others be the best versions of themselves through fitness and health. She trains people of all levels and all ages, helping others achieve a healthy and fit lifestyle.

In this episode, Janelle recalls her career in bodybuilding while offering advice on nutrition, training, and preparation for beginning competitors. She discusses the challenges of making it in the sport, and how her fitness journey led her to become a coach.