Authentically Ashlyn

You might think after 12 years of coaching women in fitness, Ashlyn has always had it dialed. Spoiler alert: she didn’t. In this episode, Ashlyn takes listeners on a brutally honest walk through every era of her training life - from overtraining, under-eating, binge eating, boob jobs, drug-free preps, party phases, burnout, breakdowns… and all the messy stuff in between. She shares what she got wr...

The mics are back on—and yes, this is take two. Ashlyn and Daija originally recorded this episode... but let’s just say it was a little too unfiltered, even for them. So they’re back, slightly more composed (but just as chaotic), to catch you up on everything going down in their worlds. From love life updates and family moments to business wins, gym talk, and their latest pop culture obsessions, t...

In this solo episode, Coach Ashlyn is calling it like it is—and giving you the wake-up call your wellness journey needs. She’s breaking down the 4 biggest mistakes most women make when it comes to their personal health, and how to actually start building the strong, energized, confident body you deserve. Spoiler: building muscle won’t make you bulky, but it will unlock your healthiest, most powerf...

Forget Hot Girl Summer—we’re calling in Healing Girl Summer. In this soul-refreshing episode, Ashlyn and Daija sit down to get real about where life is actually at right now. No filters, no fluff—just honest talk about navigating the hard stuff while still chasing the big, "sexy", audacious goals that set their souls on fire. They open up about what healing looks like for them right now, how they'...

Ashlyn and Daija are getting deep (and a little sentimental) in this heartwarming episode all about friendship. From the green flags that make someone a true ride or die, to the red flags that had them hitting the brakes, they’re sharing the lessons, laughs, and hard truths they've learned along the way. They open up about their own personal friendship journeys—what shaped them, what surprised the...

Ashlyn sits down with the powerhouse that is Erica Carrico—an award-winning Soul Business Success Coach and 7-figure CEO who turned burnout, cancer, and corporate disillusionment into a life of purpose, profit, and massive impact. In this inspiring episode, Erica shares her journey from sobbing into her pillow on Sunday nights to building a thriving global business that helps women discover their...

It’s that time again, babes! Ashlyn and Daija are back for your favorite monthly tea spill—and May did not come to play. In this episode, the Kar-Daij-Ash-ians are breaking down their relationship updates (yes, we’re going there), coaching highs, and all the real-life magic that came from months of manifesting their butts off. They get into the behind-the-scenes scoop on their competition team cru...

Ashlyn is joined by rising fitness star Chloe Halliday for a raw, real, and empowering conversation about stepping into the bodybuilding world—and the spotlight. Chloe shares her journey of training for her first-ever novice show, dropping 25 lbs, and unexpectedly going viral on social media as she documented every sweaty, unfiltered moment. But with internet fame came the haters. Chloe opens up a...

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Ashlyn sits down with Brooke Kekos—Trauma Healing Mentor, Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT), and NLP Practitioner- for a raw conversation about healing, self-discovery, and reclaiming personal power after trauma. Brooke shares her courageous journey of breaking free from 35+ years inside a religious sect, surviving a narcissistic marriage, and facin...

Ashlyn is joined by none other than Canada’s Ultimate Challenge champion and team player extraordinaire, Mark Manysiak! Known for his infectious positivity and Swiss Army knife skill set, Mark takes us behind the scenes of his journey from “glorified garbage man” in Canmore to standing on the podium as part of the winning team. Mark shares the moment he got accepted to the show, how it felt to tak...

Fitness Struggles Solved! Today we get to cozy up for a fireside chat with Coach Ashlyn as she answers your most asked questions about fitness, nutrition, and staying consistent—especially with summer (and tempting patio bevies) around the corner. Ashlyn takes you behind the coaching curtain as she breaks down her take on tracking macros, how to actually find the motivation to shift your fitness r...

In this powerful solo episode, Ashlyn is getting real, raw, and reflective as she opens up about the plot twists she never saw coming—and how, through it all, the universe had her back. From heartbreak and unhealthy relationships to the chaos of running a business during COVID-19 and the deeply personal struggle with infertility, Ashlyn shares the moments that once felt like rock bottom… and how t...

Ashlyn sits down with the firecracker that is Keenan Wong from Team Red on Canada’s Ultimate Challenge—and let’s just say, the dawg is OUT. A kinesiologist and personal trainer with a relentless mindset, Keenan brings the heat as he opens up about his path to the show, what it took to prepare, and why he was ready to give it everything to win. Representing his Fijian roots with pride and carrying...

Your favorite duo is back, and the March madness is real. In this month’s recap, Ashlyn and Daija catch up on all the life, love, and chaos they’ve been living lately—nothing’s off-limits. They spill the tea on their sex lives, the emotional goodbye to the PerfectFit4U brand, and how they’re navigating major changes in their businesses. From celebrating big wins with their friends to the excitemen...

Ashlyn is joined by the ever-electric Tulio from Canada’s Ultimate Challenge for a high-energy, deep-dive convo you won’t want to miss. With a background in martial arts, gymnastics, event promotion, and content creation, Tulio’s a true wildcard who lives for the rush of pushing past his limits—and he’s bringing that same fearless energy to the podcast. From skydiving thrills to stripping Down Und...

Ashlyn is joined by Team Blue’s Aaron from Canada’s Ultimate Challenge for a fun, fiery, and refreshingly honest convo all about life before, during, and after the show. With a background in competitive figure skating and a personality that commands any room, Aaron brings the perfect mix of strategy and sass to this season—and he’s here to spill all the tea. They chat about what led him to apply,...

Grab your iced coffee and settle in — Ashlyn and Daija are back, and they’re bringing the ultimate Big Sister Talk you didn’t know you needed. In this episode, the girls crack open their notebooks and unload all the juicy quotes, truth bombs, and wisdom they’ve been collecting lately. Get ready for gut punches (the good kind) as they dish out the kind of honest, straight-to-the-point advice only y...

Ashlyn is sitting down with her fellow Team Green teammate from Canada’s Ultimate Challenge — the one and only Steve! Get ready for an unfiltered chat as they dish on all the behind-the-scenes drama, first impressions, and what really went down when the cameras weren’t rolling. Steve opens up about his relentless approach to the game, and shares the mental and physical sacrifices he made to show u...

She may be soft, but don’t underestimate her strength. On this episode of Authentically Ashlyn, I sit down with my Canada’s Ultimate Challenge teammate and bestie, Veronica from Team Green. She was the heart of our team—emotional, compassionate, and full of surprises. We’re talking breakups, crushes, and first impressions—because Veronica didn’t just enter this experience as a soft girl with a big...

Ever wondered what it takes to get on reality TV? In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my journey to Canada’s Ultimate Challenge. From past rejections and almost making it on The Amazing Race Canada to failing a medical exam because—surprise!—I was pregnant, this has been years in the making. I break down how I secretly prepared my life, business, and family for my sudden disappea...

Strap in for a whirlwind February review with your favorite duo, Ashlyn and Daija! In this raw and unfiltered episode, they break down everything that made the month a wild ride. From unforgettable Galentine's Day hangouts with their besties to the lowdown on upcoming work conferences and travel adventures, these ladies are serving up all the insider scoop. They get real about juggling a jam-packe...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses drug use, overdose, abortion, and suicide. In this gut-punch installment, Ashlyn sits down with Taleynn—a fearless survivor who’s been through it all. From navigating abusive relationships and hitting rock bottom with drug abuse to facing the unimaginable loss of her legs after an overdose, Taleynn’s story is raw, unfiltered, and nothing short of transformat...

Love is in the air, babes! In this unfiltered Valentine's special, Ashlyn sits down with Natalie—a fierce single mom who’s mastered the art of finding love later in life. Natalie spills all the tea on dating in a small town, the rollercoaster of discovering romance when you least expect it, and the challenges of committing to a new relationship. And hold up—she even reveals how she snagged her dre...

Get ready for a no-holds-barred January catch-up sesh with your fave duo, Ashlyn and Daija! In this unfiltered episode, they break down all the juicy deets from the start of the year. From sizzling updates on their sex lives (yes, Daija dishes on her brand-new vibrator) to raw conversations about their relationship goals—Daija’s all about ditching the drama and letting go of what no longer serves,...

TW: This episode contains discussions of birth trauma, domestic violence, sexual content + vulgar language. In this no-holds-barred episode, Kiera shares her Quarter Life Crisis story—a raw, edgy, and utterly unfiltered look at a life that’s been anything but ordinary. From having a hysterectomy at just 22, to swinging with her bestie, and navigating the world of OnlyFans, Kiera doesn’t shy away f...