Rock Yo Bod Pod

Welcome to this week’s episode of the rock yo bod pod podcast. I am SO excited to share this conversation with you all — we are joined by Anne Fawcett. Anne is a mental health warrior and advocate, walking us through her journey with depression, eating disorders, body image struggles, and staying strong in the world of fitness today! She is a psych nurse — MAJOR props, this can be very very strain...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by Maggie James. Maggie is a rockstar musician, with amazing content on Spotify, Apple Music and various streaming platforms. In addition to her incredible music talent, she is much more than a fun song or pretty voice. She walks us through her journey with Alopecia Areata and how she’s managed to embrace hair loss and find confidence in who she is today. Through...

In this episode, Hayden answers questions surrounding how to deal with body image/body changes in college, ED recovery, and various phases of life. In this discussion, we explore the differences between body positivity and body neutrality, as well as the identification of your "inner critic".  Follow Hayden: @rockyobodpod @rockyobody__ @haydenmitzlaff  Follow the collaborative playlist:...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by Riley Whelan. To know Riley is to love Riley. The life of the party — Riley is always the most outgoing, authentic, and endearing person in the room. In this, we are reminded that everyone is fighting a battle we can't see. Riley shares her mental health struggles as we dive into her battle with addiction, eating disorder history and more. Through these to...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by her best friend and twin sister, Madison Mitzlaff — or "SISSY" as Hayden likes to call her. Madison reveals her experience throughout Hayden's eating disorder, as well as advice for those with a loved one struggling. In this discussion we learn the importance of accountability, open and honest communication, unwavering support and more.  Follow M...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by Reilly Hamilton. After suffering from a life altering accident, Reilly walks us through her recovery journey consisting of months of rehabilitation, 20+ surgeries, and the emotional whirlwind that has been these past couple years. Reilly reminds us that through perseverance, courage, and a whole lot of support — we can truly overcome anything. Everything may no...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by Houston Bradley. Houston shares his mental health struggles with us as we dive into his journey recovering from a life altering injury and his battle with substance abuse. In this, we learn that sometimes it's the detours that lead us down the right path after all. We are so lucky he chose to share his story with us! Thank you, Houston! Follow Houston: @ht...

Happy NEDA week, y'all! In this episode, Hayden is joined by friend, Brooke Terry. Brooke is a bad ass ED recovery warrior who was brave enough to share her story with us. She walks us through her journey with abuse, suicidality, family addiction, and her eating disorder. Through these tough life lessons, we learn that we are never alone, we are stronger than we think, and recovery is possibl...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by friend, David Coley. David is currently pursuing his Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lipscomb University. To know David is to love David! With his contagious sense of humor and innate positivity, he continues to share his light and love with his classmates, clients and peers. In this episode, David walks us through his journey in the military, hi...

In this episode, Hayden gives a recap of 10 things she learned in 2021 and 10 things she hopes to carry with her through 2022. Through these insights, we learn that we are stronger than we think and love can take us further than we know! What a fun year it has been for the podcast and we look forward to sharing more throughout the new year!  Follow Hayden: @rockyobodpod @rockyobody__ @haydenmitzla...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by friend, Brice Lee. To know Brice is to love Brice. The funniest, most outgoing, and down to earth person around — Brice reminds us that everyone is fighting a battle we can't see. In this conversation, Brice shares her mental health struggles as we dive into her battle with addiction. Through these tough life lessons, we learn that we are never alone, we a...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by bad ass entrepreneur, Kristine Locker. As the founder & CEO of Locker, Kristine has changed the way we shop online. Allowing users to create virtual wishlists and follow the want lockers of others, she has revolutionized online shopping. Not only is she a major boss babe, but she was brave enough to share her mental health journey with us. In this conversat...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by a longtime friend, Sarah Corley. The most outgoing, funny, and genuine friend — Sarah reminds us that often times people are fighting battles we can't see.  Sarah has become an amazing mental health advocate and source of strength when it comes to body image issues and disordered eating. She shares her journey with us, bringing us through her mental health...

Wowza, is this a good one! In this episode, Hayden is joined by a close friend, MacKenzie Rylee.  Needless to say, MacKenzie has been through her fair share of hardships throughout her life. MacKenzie dives into her journey with grief and how that manifested into some disordered eating behaviors — which is SO important to highlight as this is something many people struggle with. In this, we learn...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by a longtime friend, Rachel Hubbs. Rachel has always been an amazing mental health advocate and source of strength when it comes to body image issues and disordered eating. Rachel shares her journey with us, bringing us through her mental health battles and revealing how she stays strong in recovery today. We are reminded that we are so much more than an eating d...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by rockstar Will Sullivan. Will is a mental health advocate and proud member of the LGBTQIA community. Will shares his journey with us, bringing us through his mental health battles and revealing how he stays strong today. Will reminds us that often times we live our lives for others, putting on a production, with our real identities hiding behind the curtain. As...

In this episode, Hayden explores the topic of imposter syndrome and reveals the many ways it impacts her life. We explore how imposter syndrome robs us of creativity, authenticity, and transparency. In this, we explore what authentic vulnerability means and how we can implement this into our own lives. Follow Hayden: @rockyobodpod @rockyobody__ @haydenmitzlaff Follow the collaborative Spotify play...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by her best friend and twin sister, Madison Mitzlaff — or "SISSY" as Hayden likes to call her. Madison reveals her experience throughout Hayden's eating disorder, as well as advice for those with a loved one struggling. In this discussion we learn the importance of accountability, open and honest communication, unwavering support and more.  Follow M...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by guest Brianna Wolken. Bri is an eating disorder recovery warrior, former college athlete and mental health advocate. Bri shares aspects of her story, how she prioritizes her mental health, how she embraces vulnerability in her relationship and more. In this discussion, we learn the importance of surrounding yourself with people who support you and give you an o...

In this episode, Hayden explores all of her thoughts surrounding last week's episode with Kaite Conway. We explore discomfort, comparison and acceptance. We learn that in order to grow, we need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. We learn that while comparison is inevitable,  there is power in how we choose to interact with it. And we learn that it is okay to grieve who we used to be...

In this episode, Hayden is joined by guest Kaite Conway. Kaite is a certified Mental Performance Coach, fitness instructor at Cyclebar and F45 in Louisville, KY and a fellow eating disorder recovery warrior.  Kaite shares aspects of her story, reveals how she finds freedom in food and exercise, and how she honors her body in recovery now. In their discussion, we learn that fitness is a feeling, no...

In this episode, we explore the difference between a clinical diagnosis and disordered thoughts, behaviors and actions. Hayden outlines the Diagnostic Statistical Manual's criteria for Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge-eating Disorder. Through this, Hayden reveals when she knew she needed help and how she deciphers whether or not to voice her struggles to others now. We learn that t...

In this episode, we dive into the "meat and potatoes" of Hayden's story. You will hear Hayden open up about her own mental health struggles — including eating disorders, depression and anxiety. She reveals her experiences with treatment, what inspired her to enter the mental health field, and what her recovery journey looks like.  Through this we learn that there is no cookie-cutter...

Hi! I am Hayden Mitzlaff, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student talking all things mental health, body image, relationships & more. In this episode I discuss the conception and purpose of this podcast, bits into my personal story & what's to come. Throughout the series, I will share personal stories and insights from friends, peers, colleagues, mentors and super cool peeps — bre...