Get Lively with Jan

Happy 4th of July week! You know how much I love this time of year. I talk about it all the time, and I just can’t help myself—especially when we’re soaking up all this light. That’s exactly what I’ve been thinking about lately: the light. And not just how great it is that it’s staying light […]

This week’s podcast is a bit of an emotional one for me…  It was inspired by a message from Pope Francis that’s been making the rounds on social media — maybe you’ve seen it. It’s one of those things that was exactly what I needed to hear at the exact moment that I read it. […]

We’re going to talk about how to take care of ourselves without falling for every shiny supplement, cleanse, or “fix” being thrown at us. (Because let’s be honest—menopause and midlife are BIG business these days, and it’s getting overwhelming.) We’re cutting through the noise and getting back to basics: So if you’re feeling like your […]

It’s time to refocus on my health. Maybe you can relate? Life shifts, new schedules take over, and before you know it, your wellness routine needs a reset.  That’s exactly where I am, and in this week’s show, I’m sharing: How I’m getting back to GOOD first (because that’s exactly where we need to start!) The small steps […]

So… the other day I was scrolling through Facebook and I saw this headline: Small Business Struggles: Are we next? Of course I immediately clicked on it, for SO many reasons. For starters, I can say with absolute confidence that you’d be hard pressed to find any small business owner who hasn’t questioned this at some […]

This week on the podcast, I’m reflecting on my first month of working both at the studio and in my new role at the New Art Center and how I’m approaching this change. Heading into this new role, I thought my biggest challenge would be sitting all day and keeping up my energy. And while […]

Remember those first day of school vibes?  The mix of nervous excitement, the anticipation of new beginnings, and that lingering question: Am I going to be okay?! Well, that’s exactly where I find myself right now as I begin my new role at the New Art Center. I’m excited to start this next chapter, but I’d be lying […]

Here’s my encouragement for you this week: There are so many ways to GET LIVELY.  We are a Lifestyle Studio on a mission to help YOU smile MORE.  Through training, group fitness, virtual classes, celebratory life events and more, we are your one stop shop for living a healthier and happier life! www.getlivelynow.com

Welcome to the very first podcast episode of 2025! 🎉 This year, we’re starting strong with a powerful theme: Making a choice to take a chance, to make a change. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing something personal—my decision to step into an exciting new role as the Director of Development at the New Art […]

This fall, many podcasts were about how I was trying to navigate through various life situations. From shifting into neutral to letting things go, I’m happy to share that I’ve landed in a place where I’m starting to feel more grounded. So… as I like to do, I gave it some thought and I’m sharing what […]

Since November is the month that I started podcasting way back in 2017, I thought I’d take a listen back to some of the shows that aired around this time many years ago. I landed on the year 2018 and the one year anniversary of the Get Lively with Jan Show.   During this episode, I talk […]

Ever catch yourself saying, “I accept myself, but…”? That little “but” that sneaks in with doubts, judgments, and conditions—well, it’s a subtle way we hold ourselves back from fully embracing who we are right now. And I get it; I’m working on this, too. Radical acceptance is about saying, “I accept exactly who I am in […]

Yes, we’re back to this topic again.   And the reason I keep talking about perimenopause and how it’s making me CRAZY is because this is such a hot topic at the studio and has been for many months. There are so many of us going through this life transition, and I want us all to […]

Ever feel like you’re stuck in the wrong gear, grinding away at life’s to-do lists, feeling overwhelmed by the news cycle, or battling those moments when resistance creeps in? I’ve definitely been there. It’s like driving a standard shift car—you’re in the wrong gear, things feel clunky, and you’re not getting anywhere fast. So, what […]

We’ve all been there – something happens, and we immediately feel the heat – or hurt – rising within us. Maybe it’s a conversation that didn’t go as expected, or someone’s actions rub us the wrong way, leaving us feeling frustrated or even hurt. It’s in these moments that I’ve learned to pause and ask […]

Ever notice how when we’re thinking about making a change—whether it’s something small, like switching up a routine, or something big, like a career shift—our brains go straight to what we might lose? But how often do we pause and really “weigh” what we might gain? I know I don’t always do this. So, here’s […]

Labor Day has now come and gone and most of us are now looking at getting back to our routines… any virtual nods or hand raises?! So what does the Olympics have to do with this? Allow me to explain… For starters, I love the Olympics and really enjoyed watching them this summer and chatting […]

Life is full of twists and turns, and for many of us, the journey through perimenopause and menopause can feel like an especially winding path. If you’re feeling confused, overwhelmed, or even lost in this stage of life, know that you’re not alone. In fact, I’m right there with you. I share on this week’s […]

Hope you’re all soaking up the summer sun and enjoying these long, warm (okay, almost too warm) days! As we move through this season, I wanted to take a moment to chat about the idea of “softening the edges” and embracing a bit of flexibility – this is what has been on my mind… There […]

Unless you just recently joined us, you know that we celebrated our 10th anniversary during the entire month of June. Part of the festivities included a new website for the studio. And of course that meant going through the site and reviewing. So I went back to the first post.  Oh my. I forwarded it […]

Summer is here, and with it comes a lot of fun (hopefully!)—and often a shift in our schedules and routines. But I’ve discovered something powerful: getting consistent with just one thing can keep you anchored, no matter what the season throws at you. Consistency in one thing can have a ripple effect, creating great habits […]

As we wrap up our month-long celebration of Get Lively’s 10th anniversary, I’ve got a little something to share that’s been on my mind. This reflection might come as a surprise to you – and I’m not wrapping the month in a negative tone, rather – I’m calling out my own truth bomb. Listen in […]

I guess it’s fitting that 10 years into Get Lively, I’m podcasting about something that I chat about often… how I often struggle replaying useless stories over and over in my head. The second guessing, the fear, and blah, blah, blah. In my latest loop with these doubts and fears, I was able to hit […]

Sometimes we get to turn the tables, and that's what is going on this week as I get to be a guest on the Little Local Conversations Podcast!

So I broke up with my fitness tracker. And I know, in the grand scheme of the world and life, this is about as minor as it gets. But given I observe lots of people with lots of fitness trackers, I thought this was worth sharing. Listen to this week’s episode as I talk more […]