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It’s September! And apparently the beginning of PSL season…This month we are talking about that mystery called work life balance. We’re kicking off by talking about what “work-life balance” means and why we should all be working towards. Oh yeah, and some September fun facts!

We are closing out August with a bonus episode (spoiler - there are 5 Wednesdays in August this year!). We are exploring Grief and how we can use fitness to help process and move through grief. This episode was inspired by Sydney’s personal loss at the beginning of the summer. We talk about some of our experiences and give some tips for how you can use your fitness to maintain some semblance of ba...

This week we are rounding out our month by looking at how to create inclusive fitness spaces for women. We’re talking about the barriers this demographic faces and how we can overcome them. We are interrupted by mispronounced words, Gracie’s sleep bubbles, and a little Barbie movie gushing. It’s a good time…

This week we are diving back into the world of pregnancy and post-partum! But we are looking at issues around these events specifically from a perspective of women of color. The unofficial title of this episode is “Yeah, that’s no good”, so buckle in for a bit  of a downer episode. This is a tough topic because there is a LOT wrong, but we do think it’s important to talk about it and spread awaren...

This week we are talking about the impact that representation has for folks when diversity is present in the fitness world. We are also highlighting some amazing women of color who are currently working in the fitness realm.  Keaira LaShae - @keairalashae Robin Arzon - @robinnyc Massy Arias - @massy.arias Donna Richardson - @iamdonnarichardson

This week we are kicking off a new month and a new topic of conversation! Sydney discovers the joys and pitfalls of Allyship as we start exploring Women of Color in the fitness world. We’re starting with a surface level discussion of the health and fitness disparities that women of color face. We recognize and acknowledge that while we do not identify as members of this minority and are not attemp...

This week we are taking a look at how other countries, specifically Germany, approach parenthood and physical fitness. We are talking about different areas of Germany’s culture that we really appreciate and what some of their parenting styles look like. Please don't judge us for our attempts at pronouncing German words!

This week we are exploring the challenges of maintaining fitness while also managing parenthood. And also giving you some tips on how to do this. We’re breaking down societal norms, talking role models, and using sponge metaphors….

The invader has arrived! This week we are talking about how to manage your fitness once the baby is here. We will be exploring some of the common hurdles new parents might encounter. Then, we will give you some tips and tricks for how to overcome those hurdles.  As always, make sure you check with your doctor before engaging with a new routine or restarting an old one!

This week we are diving into the world of pregnancy and ways to manage your fitness while pregnant! Staying active during pregnancy can have numerous benefits for both you and your baby, including improved mood, reduced pregnancy discomfort, increased stamina for labor, and faster recovery postpartum.

This week we are welcoming back our good friend Becca Pinero of Black Sheep Coaching! Sydney is quizzing Amber and Becca about what it means to be an Ally. There are laughs, discoveries, and new collaboration ideas.  Recommended podcasts/Instagram accounts to check out: Making Gay History and Two Dykes With A Mic

This week we are talking about important terms to know and understand when discussing the role of fitness in the LGBTQIA+ community. We are also talking about the challenges and the benefits for LGBTQIA folks in the fitness world.

This week we are talking about the riots that started the Pride movements and the lengthy history of the Alphabet Mafia. We are also looking at why Pride month is so important for education and raising awareness for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Happy Pride warriors! We are kicking off Pride month by talking about why we need to create safe and inclusive fitness spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals. And, very important, ways that we can do that as fitness professionals. Keep tuning in this month as we focus on Pride and Allyship in the fitness world!

This week we are looking back on how the first half of the year has gone. We are reflecting on our goals, what we’ve achieved and what we want to work on  for the next half of the year.

This week we are continuing our focus on Mental Health by talking about the relationship between our fitness and our mental health. We’re discussing ways to push through a lack of motivation along with the ongoing efforts and initiatives to promote mental health and wellness in the fitness industry.

This week we are talking about self care practices and how they can help our mental health and wellbeing. We are discussing the swiss cheese method of self-care, different ways to practice it, and how complicated house plants are (yeah, gardens are a theme this week).  Make sure to like us, rate us, all the things!

This week we are exploring anxiety and stress and their relationship to fitness. We are talking about ways to help reduce stress and anxiety using fitness, as well as some of the (RUDE) injustices still present in our country…. Let us know how you use fitness to relieve stress or if you tried any of the tips we offered in the episode!

We are kicking off Mental Health May with a conversation about mindfulness and meditation. We are talking about our own experiences (and failures) with meditation and tips and tricks for how to incorporate meditation into your everyday life. It can be useful to try a guided meditation to get started. Amber really likes Down Dog Meditation app or Headspace. And of course, the obligatory plug for th...

On this week’s episode we are talking strategy on how we can all make fitness spaces more inclusive and body positive! We want everyone to be their strongest, healthiest, most empowered selves and we are going to try to help you get there.  Tell us about your favorite fitness space, or what you would like to see that is missing in fitness spaces!

This week we are exploring what an athletic body looks like (spoiler - any body can be an athletic body). We are talking about Amber’s incredible "athleticism", professional athletes that don’t fit the stereotype, and the impact the pressures of being an athlete can have on folks.

This week we are continuing to talk about body positivity by exploring body shaming and how to embrace self love. We talk about our own perceived body image and challenge each other on those thoughts. Yes, we are also working on loving all of ourselves! And yes, there are more Lion king references, obviously.

This week we are kicking off a month of Body Positivity! We are talking about the concept of body positivity, how it’s grown, and why it’s so important in the fitness world. We are sharing our own history with body positivity, or rather the lack of, and how we think the fitness world can better embrace this concept.

This week we are taking a look at what constitutes a “summer body” (hint: it’s whatever body you have). We’re taking a brief look at beauty standards throughout history and how these societal expectations affect women’s mental and physical health. And, of course, a reminder not to panic with summer coming. Your body is an amazing machine no matter what size it is!

This week we are talking about the benefits and challenges of female bodies in fitness spaces. We chat about some physical advantages female bodies have and the challenges we face entering fitness spaces.  Please let us know if you have any good female fitness clothing suggestions!!