Fit Womens Weekly Podcast

Ashley and I are catching up, laughing hard and talking all the fitness today. The mind games of taking a week off from workouts and what can you accomplish from a week off diet and exercise? We also chat doing what we're good at versus what we should be working on. What's the difference? Crossfit GAMES time... are you excited? One of us is, the other doesn't care.  And a few of our most favorite...

8 weeks of high fat, low carb have come and gone. Let's catch up on the whys, hows and outcome of following a strict keto diet for 8 weeks.  Would I recommend it for weight loss? Who's it for, how to go about it and what were the pros and cons? Plus, I'll get personal about my 1 week exercise break and share how it's going after 4 days to handle my exercise addiction and mental health. Your FREE r...

An informative podcast today. The hack to stay motivated to workout even after 10 years. What keeps me going and how does a workout differ from getting your fitness on? The benefits of barefoot training. Why its not only ok, but I recommend slipping your feet out of your shoes for your next workout. Benefits of bone broth even during the summer! And listener question: What if you're actually happy...

Sara Grey is one busy woman and I'm fortunate she was able to fit me into her day to talk being a strong woman (keeping up with 4 boys), the power of Ayurvedic Herbs (Ashwaganda and more) and power flowers. Be prepared to learn and be inspired in this week's episode.  Biggest piece of advice? Fail hard.  Connect with Sara:  - Wearewannabe.com - Instagram.com/wearewannabe - itunes.apple.com/us/podc...

How do you continue to stay motivated when the compliments and validation from others slows down? Because it always does. You're doing great, seeing results and everyone notices and comments. But they can't give you a pat on the back forever. What happens next?  Ashley and I also talk life, taking rest days because you need them versus because you want to think you need them.  We also cover some g...

Listen to your body. That's the #1 thing a trainer can tell you. Fitness isn't about beating yourself up but building yourself up. Crystal and I dive deep into training talk to help insure you get the best, safest and most effective training for goals. This woman is amazing (her race log is incredible) but she doesn't train like "traditional" ultra trail runners but she succeeds. Less miles, more...

I'm going into real personal trainer mode today to help you improve the top 2 exercises done incorrectly: Squats and Pushups. Learn proper movements, awesome mobility drills/stretches and tips on when and how long to do them to improve quickly. Should you squat below parallel? How do you know if your squat/pushup is stinky and more.  Plus, it's been 4 weeks since I started the Keto Diet. How are t...

Is time your enemy? Always trying to search for 1 more hour? Can't fit your workout in most days because you just don't have the time? Time management and productivity expert author, Laura Vanderkam, gives her most important tips and tricks to help balance the day and your goals. We all have the same 24 hours, but what we choose to do with those hours shows us what's important, what's not and even...

Ashley and I are getting personal as she shares some of her tips to help in my new dream to build a protein ball business! Should I do it, is it worth the time and effort?  Also, what are the best moves and techniques to grow and tone a tight, lifted booty?  What about weighted vests? Which do I use and which do I recommend?  Want to support the FWW Podcast? Your FREE Reset is waiting: fitwomenswe...

Ketosis is in full swing! I know because I'm peeing on little test strips every day! Today, I'm sharing the whys, what's and how's to my keto start to answer your questions. Ashley and I also talk about passion and goals. What happens when you hit a goal? How can you keep things exciting and passionate in your fitness, marriage and business life? Let's get deep. And kind of personal (like always)....

Ashley and I are playing catch up and then going deep into our current fitness/nutrition struggles. Both of us are lacking something, and we're doing completely opposite things to reset ourselves and get back what we're missing. Listen to learn why I'm going Keto and why she's backing away her intensity! Your FREE Reset is waiting: fitwomensweekly.net/reset-fitness-analysis-video-lp/ Have a questi...

Palms up or palms down? Is sitting with your legs crossed while listening to dongs and releasing "MMMMMs" necessary?  Learn the basics of meditation from expert Amanda Quinn to decide if it's something you need in your life. Spoiler? It is!  Hope you enjoy and support the show by leaving a review and visiting fitwomensweekly.net!  Your FREE Reset: fitwomensweekly.net/reset-fitness-analysis-video-l...

OG listeners might remember when my husband Dan was my co-host? Well, those days are gone but I have been wanting him to drop in as a guest for a long time.  Today we have a hilarious time searching the internet for fitness/diet headlines and giving our thoughts/opinions on what will be covered before opening up to see what these "experts" say are the answers.  For example... Best Core Moves?  Bes...

This past weekend, I was surrounded by 11 strong women for my 7th Live Your Fitness Retreat. Where I share my passion of the outdoors and using the fitness built in the gym to live a life of adventure! Listen to learn of the beautiful trails of the SC Foothills, wine from my fav vineyard (Victoria Valley), Lake Keowee, and I couldn't do this recap without mentioning the amazing brands that helped...

I'm on my way to host my 7th women's retreat in the mountains and can't wait! But first, this podcast. We're talking all things life, fitness and food.  Sharing new training methods and how I'm blasting out of my plateau, sharing a workout and planning a big challenge for you guys! Your FREE Reset is waiting: fitwomensweekly.net/reset-fitness-analysis-video-lp/ Have a question? Let's connect:  Ins...

This is the most hilarious podcast I have ever done with Ashley (@AshleyDrummonds). Tears were rolling down my cheeks from laughter.  Anal glands, workouts, and body image. We do a good job of going from hilarious to opening up and getting real. It's a bit of everything in one episode.  Your FREE Reset is waiting: fitwomensweekly.net/reset-fitness-analysis-video-lp/ Have a question? Let's connect:...

This weekend I did my first OCR in ages, the Bulldog Challenge. It's put on by the Citadel and is a 4-person team 10K obstacle challenge around their campus. Our team worked to make it through their O-course, the swimming pool, truck push, garage "wounded soldier carry" and much much more. Can't wait for next year and to improve on our weaknesses!  Your FREE Reset is waiting: fitwomensweekly.net/r...

Jennifer Pharr Davis is an author, hiker, leader and record setter. She's hiked over 14,000 miles all over the world, including the Appalachian Trail THREE times. What do the trails have to offer and how do they change a person? What inspires someone to hike thousands of miles at a time and how can you feel more beautiful after weeks of hiking in dirty clothes and unwashed hair? Be ready to be ins...

Dr. Theresa Larson joins me today to talk body image, how to overcome the drive to be perfect, handling anxiety through breathing exercises and self awareness, and more. This woman has lived quite a life and offers a wealth of knowledge. From overcoming an eating disorder (while in the Marines) to finding passion at a physical therapist. Listen in and be inspired! Oh... and how long should you sit...

Ashley is back! Her move to Cali is complete and she's sharing her new life, getting back into a fitness routine and more. We're talking lots of fitness today! Our recent training changes, why I'm doing 450 squats in my workouts and oh yea, I'm signing up for a 50K. No, I'm not a runner and don't want to be a runner. Listen in for the details.  Support the show and start your FREE Reset: https://f...

I'm stoked to introduce you to my client turned friend, Erin Taylor. Erin has transformed her body and like many of us before getting into a routine that stuck, tried all the short term fad diets and workout regiments.  Today we lay it out there... the why's, what's, and how long's to getting lasting results for strength, weight loss and overall amazing health. Plus, she's a foodie so we talk food...

It's just me and I am so excited to catch up, share the April Challenge, birthday chat, and more. But most importantly, I'm going to get real and share my journey from being identified as a runner to what I am now.  What made me hang up my running shoes and change from running 40+ miles/week to maybe 7 on a good week? What happened with my body, my appetite and more! Hope you enjoy and remember to...

You asked and she came through. My workout wifey, Alex, is back to share what's been going on. If you follow us on Instagram (@workoutwifeys) you know we train hard, but what else does she do each week to get the muscle and definition she has?  Plus, how does she balance eating clean and splurging while maintaining (and improving) her body?  And yes, everyone wants to know... how can you get those...

Amanda Mancini from Purefitwomen.fit joins me today to chat about seasonal fitness disorder (yes, we all suffer sometimes), spring cleaning your body and life right now with easy to follow tips and the transition to a vegan lifestyle. You guys know I am not a vegan, (though I was for 2 years) so it was interesting to talk with Amanda on her journey. Like the podcast? Leave a quick review, subscrib...

Ashley is driving across the country! And as she does, she's sharing her trip with us. Especially how she's staying fit on the road and her insane experience with Planet Fitness.  Anti fitness? Lol, it's a good story that will make you laugh. We'll also tackle listener questions: How to meal plan easily and without eating the same thing every day?  Plus, more (we may have almost guessed 18.4 WOD e...