Archived Samantha Nivens Show

PODCAST Episode 25: Katy Joy Wells, Creator of Your Simplified Home: Decluttering Made Easy & Host of the Maximized Minimalist Podcast.  You may be thinking, “But what does decluttering have to do with working out and staying healthy?!”  Katy answers that and more on how to claim back your time and your life with decluttering!  Time is one of the biggest barriers to us all fitti...

Are you confused about what to eat? Have mind drama around healthy eating and the best diet /Way to eat for yourself? Then tune in! Today’s episode is all about the basic nutrition ‘rules’ or guidelines to get you started eating more healthy.  Follow Samantha on Social Media: *Instagram - @samanthasreallife *Facebook - Samantha Nivens *YouTube - 'Ultra Health Hub with Samantha Nivens' - for h...

Get ready to be inspired and motivated!  Bob Becker, 74 years young, was the oldest finisher at the Badwater 135 in August 2015, which bills itself as “the world’s toughest foot race."  Most would be spent after that race, but Bob is one of the few who then climbed to the summit of Mt. Whitney, turned around to head back to the start in Death Valley, for a total of 292 miles!!   Yet...

Episode 22: Embracing the B+ This is the first of many Quick bite episodes to come! Embracing the B+ is all about allowing yourself to not be perfect and do everything at 100%, but to allow yourself to plan things and to make options that will work with what life gives you! If that is a 20 minute walk instead of a full 50 minute workout then embrace the opportunity to still do that! If that is eat...

Welcome! This episode features Georgia Walker, Personal Trainer of G Walker Performance and an Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at UNCA. Georgia is an incredibly gifted and experienced personal trainer that not only can communicate exactly how to do an exercise, but does it with a fun, positive attitude! She lets us in on what personal training is and what a consult looks like. When you...

Welcome! This episode features Steven McHone of McHone Performance Training.   Steven is the ultimate story of Living the Sweat Life!  From growing up in a southern family with a dad that smoked and had multiple heart attacks, at which point his mom took action and made sure Steven took on healthy habits from an early age.  No sugar, lots of sports and movement is where his swe...

Welcome!  This week's episode features Tera Pruett, Gina Romine, & Lucy Thrasher of New Beginnings Fitness & LT’s Primal Fitness, on Thompson St, near Biltmore Village. This episode features both studios because they are a 'family’ and foster a special community to support each other and you there!  LT’s offers functional interval training for all fitness levels and traditional s...

Sexy and Fun are two words that come to mind when thinking about DanceClub Asheville. They are a dance studio specializing in Pole Dancing and Pole Fitness, Hip Hop, Sexy Chair Dancing, Twerk Aerobics, Belly Dance classes and more! This week’s episode is super fitting for February, think sexy, sensual, and fun! Have you heard of pole dancing and always wanted to know what it’s like!? This is your...

We are back and kicking off this year with Jessica Maurer, Owner and Instructor of Fit4MomAsheville!!   What is Fit4Mom? FIT4MOM Asheville is dedicated to building a tribe of happy and healthy mamas. They offer wellness programs, mama meet-ups, fitness classes, kid playdates, online workouts, and so much more. Your first class is always free here! They will also be adding more classes and eve...

Welcome! This weeks episode is with Aaron Saft, Co-Owner of Foot Rx & Ultramarathon runner.  Foot Rx is a local Running and Walking specialty store where you will find a full line of running, walking and lifestyle shoes...but truly it is so much more than that.  Foot Rx is a run community hub that supports and fosters anyone and everyone that is starting or expanding their sweaty jou...

Welcome! Have you always wanted to try a dance class or have been looking for a place to get moving again?! In this episode I interview Lisa Zahiya, Owner and Instructor at Studio Zahiya, a boutique fitness and dance studio in Downtown Asheville. Lisa shares her sweaty story that includes dancing since she was a little girl and how she makes it something accessible to anyone that is willing to try...

Welcome! Have you been curious to know what Pure Barre actually is - how and what does barre mean?! I know I did before I went! Pure Barre workouts help you find balance and strength with small movements that make even bigger results. PB focuses on isolated muscle movements to hone in on specific muscles, with an overall total body workout by the time you are done! And we bust that myth that it is...

Welcome! Today's episode is with Orangetheory Fitness Asheville (OTF), on Hendersonville Rd, in South Asheville. OTF is a super fun challenging workout that uses heart rate, science based training to push you to get the most effective workout. It’s a combination of strength training & cardio using treadmills and rowers. There is a new workout every day, pumping music, and amazing coaches to push a...

Welcome! This week learn all about JoyRyder, Rhythm based Indoor Cycling, in Biltmore Village. Co-Owner and Instructor, Dana Marsh, and dive into her sweat story, how JoyRyder came about, what kind of class is rhythm based cycling, charity rides, and so much more! Also, they are now offering first class FREE for locals, so go check them out!

Welcome! In this episode I get to interview Arnaldo Alvarez, Owner and Coach at HEW (Hard Exercise Works) Asheville. You all are in for a treat! Arnaldo shares his personal sweat story, from being 60lbs overweight his first time in, to losing 40lbs in 4 months, then becoming a coach, to eventually owning the gym. It is evident HEW wants to see each and every member successful, from having knowledg...

Welcome! This week learn all about Crossfit with Co-Owner and Coach, Scott Mirkin at South Slope Crossfit. They are celebrating their year anniversary this month and what a year it has been! Learn about Scott's sweat story how he went from learning how to get fit going to a regular gym, to YouTube videos, to finally going to a Crossfit box. Learn about the amazing community that Crossfit as a whol...

Hi everyone! I just wanted to give you all a quick update why there was no podcast interview this week. I am in full on Mom land - figuring out how I can do it all with a newborn and a toddler! Although I thought I could do it all, I am behind and figuring out how to get everything in! There will be a new episode on Tuesday next week and just giving everyone a heads up and being real:) Thank you f...

In this episode, I interview Brooke Tyler, Owner, Instructor, Licensed Acpuncturist, and Teacher Trainer at Clasique Acupuncture and Pilates Studio. Clasique offers private pilates sessions, equipment and mat classes, and complete care with acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Brooke shares her sweat story that has continually evolved, as is evident seeing how Clasique has continually evolved! Get a...

Gym/Studio Interview of the Week! This week learn all about Scorch Fitness - A Lagree Studio - located in the River Arts District here in Asheville. I get the opportunity to talk with Heather Cutts, the Founder, part Owner, and teacher at Scorch. She shares what the Lagree Method is - what is Scorch?! Her sweaty story of how she found and stays with fitness...and so much more! Enjoy!

No matter what is going on in life, can you take a small moment, a part of your day to stop and breath and be present...and then be grateful. How can you apply this to your 'Sweat Life'? If you are just starting to exercise, let it go for a few days, aren't where you want to be, just pause and start fresh today. Be okay with exactly where you are right now on your journey and be grateful for being...

Today is a BIG day! I am 40 weeks pregnant, today is the official due date for my second little boy! In honor of this day, I have 5 Tips to a Healthy Active Pregnancy, as I even worked out this morning! Super grateful to share my journey and tips to help all mothers, spouses, and friends that are along the same journey or hoping to be soon! Thanks for listening - Enjoy!

Pure Yoga Asheville Interview continued! Hear more about the studio and Laura to feel super informed and answer more of your questions.

The first gym/studio interview!! Hear Laura Jaurez, owner and instructor at Pure Yoga Asheville, located Downtown Asheville, share her sweat story and how Pure Yoga got started. Learn what yoga actually is, what classes they offer, and how this practice could work for you:)

Welcome back! Here is one of many tips and tools you will get to help you start or keep moving forward with your exercise journey. A seemingly simple concept, find exercise you enjoy, broken down with tangible tips to help you take those next steps!

Welcome to Sweat Tribes Podcast! This is the first episode where you can learn about Sweat Tribes - my mission, what you can expect, why I started this, and a little about me:) Also hear a preview of what you can expect listening to the podcast!