Fully Surrendered

In this episode, Sheena and her guest Zeyy, also known as Isiah Korde, discuss their journey and experiences within the Black Fitness Excellence community. They reflect on their consistent meetups, the importance of a supportive community, and their personal fitness journeys. Zeyy shares his background in sports, becoming a trainer, and the importance of nutrition. They also delve into the journey...

In this episode of the Fully Surrendered podcast, Sheena sits down with her friend Anna Karen, also known as AK, to discuss her personal and professional fitness journey. They delve into how AK used fitness to overcome postpartum challenges, identity loss, and the aftermath of a tough breakup. AK shares how she evolved from working out alone to becoming a leader in her Run Club, and the profound m...

In this episode of the Fully Surrendered Black Fitness Excellence series, the host sits down with R'Ly, a 26-year-old amateur boxer who has been involved with Black Fitness Excellence from the very beginning. R'Ly shares her incredible journey, from being athletic as a child in Kansas City, Missouri, to moving to San Diego in 2018 and finding boxing through a chance encounter with an Uber...

In the latest episode of Fully Surrendered, host Sheena welcomes Ghyslain, a personal trainer originally from Congo, now working at Fit in San Diego. Ghyslain shares his inspiring story of moving to the U.S. at age 11, his passion for fitness, and the journey from Congo to North Carolina and eventually San Diego. They discuss the role of culture, movement, and the challenges of entrepreneurship in...

In this episode of the Fully Surrendered podcast, Sheena sits down with EJ Perkins, founder of URBN Run, to discuss his personal fitness journey and the creation of URBN Run, a run club focused on fostering community among black and brown individuals. EJ shares insights into his background, the challenges and rewards of starting a run club, and the importance of building a supportive community. Th...

In this episode, Sheena reconnects with Mo Gainz, a dedicated personal trainer and long-time supporter of Black Fitness Excellence. The discussion highlights their initial meeting and the journey that led both to become leaders in the fitness community. Mo shares his personal history, including the inspirations behind his fitness career and the obstacles he overcame, such as the stigmas faced by B...

In this episode of Fully Surrendered, Sheena takes a bold step by recording both audio and video content. She shares her journey of overcoming personal insecurities and discomfort to make a more significant impact. The core of the episode revolves around the creation and impact of her first Black Fitness Excellence event in San Diego. She reflects on her struggles, motivations, and the profound ne...

In this deeply personal episode, Sheena, a certified personal trainer and founder of Black Fitness Excellence, shares a heartfelt journey of navigating through challenging times, feeling burnt out, and ultimately finding hope and purpose through faith. Despite setbacks, including a trip to Atlanta not going as planned and facing difficulties in securing an apartment, Sheena recounts how an unexpec...

In this powerful comeback episode, Sheena Shelton, founder of Bodied by Sheena and Black Fitness Excellence, returns to the mic with raw honesty and renewed purpose. She reintroduces herself, shares why she paused the podcast, and opens up about what it truly means to live a fully surrendered life. From conviction to clarity, Sheena speaks on obedience, healing, alignment, and finishing what God c...

(Special presentation from the Project GOOD podcast) Anne Marie Hilton interviews Sheena Shelton. They discuss the importance of strength training for women, especially middle-aged women facing significant physical and hormonal changes. Topics covered include the benefits of strength training for bone density, metabolism, and heart health, as well as dietary considerations to support overall well-...

In this episode Sheena shares her reflections as she turns 38. She discusses the emotional challenges of not being able to follow her 12-year tradition of traveling with her best friend, her thoughts on personal growth, and her excitement about relaunching her business, Bodied by Sheena. She emphasizes the importance of gratitude, staying focused on one's vision, and trusting in God's plans. The h...

In this podcast episode, Sheena and Miguel discuss the concept of being 'set apart' and what it means to feel different from others while growing up. They delve into personal anecdotes, including Miguel's experiences of not following family norms and Sheena's feelings of not fitting in. Both share how they navigated these feelings through faith and finding community. The conversation touches on th...

In this heartfelt podcast episode, Sheena Shelton shares the ups and downs she faced in 2024, including returning to school, personal losses, and the emotional challenges of losing her home and independence. She emphasizes the importance of gratitude, faith, and community in navigating difficult times. Sheena also discusses her commitment to finishing her master's degree, writing her book, and rel...

In this episode, Sheena opens up about feeling overwhelmed and the importance of self-compassion. Despite advocating for self-kindness to her clients and loved ones, she admits to struggling with it herself. She discusses the personal challenges she's facing, including balancing work, motherhood, and self-care, and how these have impacted her choices. Sheena shares her plan for a 'hard reset,' inv...