Imagine a world where the pressures of maintaining a certain body image in competitive sports could be transformed into a thriving career that empowers others. Dr. Theresa DeLorenzo, a former gymnast turned dietitian, shares her remarkable journey from navigating the challenges of restrictive eating to cultivating a fulfilling career in athletes' nutrition.

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.

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.

Meet Helene Kusman, a holistic wellness blogger, yoga instructor, and Reiki healer. After falling into running and fitness eight years ago, Helene found new interests in yoga and wellness. The mind-body connection and positive mental benefits she experienced during her early sessions encouraged her to become a yoga trainer in Louisville, Kentucky. Praising the physical and mental results from establishing a regular practice, Helene continued her wellness journey by becoming a licensed Reiki practitioner. She now incorporates both yoga and Reiki in the classes she offers at Yoga Baum and to her private clients. Her blog, helenekusman.com, offers online yoga classes to private wellness sessions, Reiki, healthy recipes and holistic health content.