Fit, Fun, and Frazzled

This is a replay of one of our most popular episodes from over a year ago! If you've ever felt burnt out, overwhelmed, or like your worth is tied to your productivity — this one's for you. Nikki dives into the #girlboss era, hustle culture, people-pleasing, and how to finally break free. She also explores whether our parents had it just as hard, and what it actually means to redefine succe...

In this episode, host Nikki Lanigan welcomes you into a special summer solstice edition of the show. Nikki opens with a guided Summer Solstice Activation Meditation — and visualization practice to help you release what's heavy and step into the second half of 2026 with clarity and intention. From there, Nikki dives into the yoga philosophy behind the summer solstice — the longest day of the ye...

Summer is beautiful — but let's be honest, it can completely derail the routines that keep us grounded. In this episode, Nikki talks about why you don't need a perfect schedule, you need rhythm. She breaks down how to create your "Summer Three" — the three anchors that keep you feeling like yourself even when schedules go out the window. From exercise and meditation to food and m...

Nikki Lanigan shares her personal reading list of 10 books she believes every woman — and teen — should read in 2026. From self-worth and confidence to motherhood and healing, these picks span powerful non-fiction and deeply resonant fiction chosen to help women unlearn scarcity, reclaim their identity, and live more fully. Sponsors & Affiliates: Mantra Matcha — The only matcha Nikki uses at h...

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, Nikki Lanigan opens up about something she's kept private for two years — her battle with chronic migraines. In honor of June being Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, she shares the full picture: the triggers, the treatments, the nervous system connection, and the emotional weight that comes with an invisible illness. Nikki covers the metaphysical...

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled , host Nikki Lanigan sits down with pelvic health physical therapist Val Brown to explore one of the most overlooked parts of women's wellness: the pelvic floor. Val shares her Vital Axis Method — a groundbreaking approach that integrates pelvic health, neurology, yoga, and functional medicine to help women reconnect with their bodies, reduce injuries,...

Most people think core training is just doing crunches — but it's so much more than that. In this episode, I sit down with fitness educator and KIPS founder Tyler Valencia to break down what the core actually is, why functional movement matters more than endless ab exercises, and how core strength connects to back pain, longevity, and everyday life. We also do a fun myth-busting true or false...

In this episode, Nikki gets personal about her journey with anxiety and OCD — from high school through motherhood, to her 40's. She opens up about the stigma of being a health and mindset coach and a yoga and fitness instructor while also having anxiety and OCD, and why she believes in bio-individuality: there is no one-size-fits-all approach to your health and well-being. Nikki also tackles t...

In this special bonus episode, Nikki Lanigan of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled guides you through a powerful activation meditation focused on gratitude and abundance. Whether you're walking, cooking, or sitting in stillness, this practice will help you slow down, reconnect with your body, and recognize the abundance already present in your life. Nikki also shares details about her 21-Day Mindset Reset...

Nikki Lanigan gets honest about three things nobody talks about enough: the magic of women who genuinely support each other (she found them inside a 40-day meditation challenge), what actually happens when you post on Instagram every day for 40 days straight, and why graduation season hits so much harder than anyone warns you. Plus a breathing technique to get through all of it. As Mentioned in th...

In this episode, Nikki sits down with Dr. Erin Nitschke and Jessica H. Mauer , co-hosts of the Fit and Flustered podcast, for a raw, real, and hilarious conversation about what it actually feels like to be a woman navigating midlife. Time Stamp: [0:00] Intro & meet your guests [5:50] Navigating midlife in the fitness industry [6:20] Midlife clarity: values & what you'll no longer toler...

Ever notice how you feel amazing on vacation — better sleep, less bloating, more energy — even when you're eating cake and skipping workouts? Then you come home and everything hits at once. In this episode, Nikki breaks down why that happens and why it's not about the food or your fitness routine. It's your nervous system. Tune in to hear how one family vacation sparked a major mindset...

This meditation is part of my 21 Day Nervous System Reset Program launching very soon! I am so excited to share Day 2 of this program for free with everyone. To join my wait list and get a free meditation click on the link here. https://stan.store/nikklanigan/p/get-my-free-meditation-75gm24er *Disclaimer: I do not diagnose, treat, or cure any physical or mental ailments. Always talk to your health...

April is Stress Awareness Month, and in this episode Nikki Lanigan gets real about what chronic stress actually feels like — the racing thoughts, the exhaustion, the guilt, and the body tension that never seems to quit. She explains why you can't out-exercise or out-eat your way through it, breaks down the fight-flight-freeze-fawn responses, and shares simple, no-pressure tools you can start using...

Feeling unmotivated, stuck, or like you just can't get going? You're not lazy — your brain is simply overstimulated. Host Nikki Lanigan explains what's really happening when you feel "lazy," and shares a simple 3-step reset you can use anytime to break the cycle of overwhelm. Plus, learn about activation meditations — a practical way to reset without adding more to your plate...

Welcome to this special bonus episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled! Host Nikki Lanigan guides you through a Spring Equinox activation meditation designed for wherever you are — whether you're seated, walking, making coffee, or driving to work. This meditation honors the balance of the Spring Equinox (March 20th, 2026) and invites you to release the heaviness of winter, reconnect with your inner b...

The spring equinox is more than just a date on the calendar — it's a powerful moment of renewal that humans have honored for thousands of years. In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, host Nikki Lanigan explores the science behind the spring equinox, how ancient cultures celebrated this seasonal shift, and practical ways you can work with the changing season to support your nervous system,...

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, host Nikki Lanigan breaks down what activations are, why they're so powerful, and how they differ from traditional meditation. Activations are guided experiences that help you embody a future version of yourself—not just think about it. Through a blend of visualization, somatic awareness, affirmations, and nervous system regulation, you can shift your...

An activation meditation is a guided practice meant to wake up a specific energy, frequency, or state within you. Instead of calming you down like a traditional meditation, it is designed to shift you into a desired mindset or frequency such as confidence, motivation, clarity, healing, creativity, or like this one.... your worth. This can be done on a walk outside, on a treadmill, cleaning your ho...

In This episode I talk about: How your thoughts shape your reality Neuroscience-based techniques to rewire your brain for confidence and success Why women in midlife are more prone to mindset blocks like burnout, perfectionism, and self-doubt The 3 mindset shifts that can change everything—from your fitness journey to your self-worth And more Mindset work isn’t a one-time thing. It’s an ongoing pr...

I will talk about how to use meditation as a tool for real-life wellness, especially for midlife women managing stress, burnout, and busy schedules. I will explore different types of meditation, including breath work, body awareness, walking meditation, mantra meditation, and visualization, providing practical guidance and illustrating how these practices can be seamlessly integrated into everyday...

Season 6 Premiere of 'Fit, Fun, and Frazzled,' I am back after a brief hiatus. I share my personal journey and tools for managing mindset, mental health, spirituality, fitness, and overall well-being. The episode talks about mantras, their origins, the science behind them, and their practical applications in everyday life. I will talk about how mantras differ from affirmations, offers popu...

Hi guys!! I'm back. I took a much shorter break then I planned on taking but I want to keep sharing and helping other women. All new episode and season 6 drops tomorrow 2/4/26. Make sure to subscribe and stay up to date on all new episodes. New episodes drop every Wednesday. This is your space for fitness, mindset, meditation, and real lifewellness, without the pressure or obsession, or the pe...

In this heartfelt solo episode, Nikki Lanigan shares her decision to take an  indefinate  break from Fit, Fun, and Frazzled podcast. She opens up about burnout, the challenges of juggling work, family, and creative pursuits, and the importance of redefining what success means in midlife. Nikki reflects on lessons learned in her late forties, the pressure of comparison, and the value of letting go...

In this episode of "Fit, Fun, and Frazzled," Nikki Lanigan recaps the biggest wellness, fitness, and pop culture trends of 2025 and shares her predictions for 2026. From strength training and sleep tech to music, movies, and fashion, Nikki explores what’s hot, what’s fading, and how to find balance in a world of extremes. Tune in for practical tips, pop culture highlights, and inspiratio...