Go Hard Chick

In Episode 17, I am joined by Dr. Tiffany C. Pope, PhD, LPC, NCC who is a Georgia Licensed Professional Counselor, Life Coach, and Consultant. In her practice, Cultivating R.O.O.T.S. Counseling and Consulting, she helps her client's learn to grow in their relationships outcomes, and enhance opportunities to transform their self-concept.  She has a passion for helping others by providing a warm, sa...

In Episode 16, I am joined by Dr. Obehi Asemota, MD who is the founder and medical director of Hope Fertility; a fertility clinic located in the Metro Atlanta area. She specializes in all aspects of reproductive medicine, including fertility preservation (egg and embryo freezing), in vitro fertilization/intracytoplasmic sperm injection, LGBTQ+ reproduction, ovulation induction, third party reprodu...

In Episode 15, I am joined by Dara Grimes a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, counselor and founder of A Better Mind, A Better Me, LLC. She engages her clients and addresses their diverse needs by cultivating a relationship of trust that is committed to problem solving. Dara firmly believes in honoring and observing discretion and care for the mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of her clien...

Dr. Felecia L. Dawson has practiced holistic gynecology, integrative and functional medicine for over 30 years. She was acknowledged by Essence Magazine as one of the leading female obstetrician gynecologists in the nation. In December 2016, Dr. Dawson closed her medical practice, Women for Women, to focus on advocating, educating and consulting on medical cannabis full-time. She is the first phys...

Go Hard Chicks, a lot has been happening lately, and I have been stressed out!  I am feeling overwhelmed by virtual schooling and working.  And I realize that I have been doing way too much all at one time!  Burning toast EVERY day has become the norm for me. Why? Because I keep trying to multitask to the maximum instead of simply waiting the minute or two for the toast to cook. This episode is ab...

In Episode 12 I am joined by Alicia C. Simpson, MS, RD, IBCLC, LD. Alicia is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and registered dietitian specializing in maternal and pediatric nutrition. The executive director and founder of the nonprofit Pea Pod Nutrition and Lactation Support, she provides nutrition and breastfeeding education to mothers. She has written three cookbooks, inclu...

In Episode 11, I am joined by Dr. C.C. Williams to discuss the importance and benefits of therapy for the busy woman. Women have always had challenging lives, but now that we are in the midst of a pandemic, our lives have become much more complex. Dr. Williams provides tips and suggestions for women, mothers, and new mothers and how therapy and exercise can improve our mental wellness. Dr. William...

In Episode 10, I am joined by Sexologist, Sex Coach, Speaker and Author, Marla Renee Stewart. Go Hard Chicks, this episode is not safe for work or for our little one’s ears. So, if you are a momma like me that likes to listen to podcasts while driving with the kids in the back seat, this episode is not the one to do so! Now, this does not mean that you should not listen. Our sex lives are an impor...

EPISODE 9 Recognizing pain and trauma and addressing it head on is an important part of our wellness journey. The recent deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, and Breonna Taylor has forced many of us, including myself, to reflect upon our lives and how the constant and systematic mistreatment of Black people has shaped us as people. The systematic racism has shaped many of us into who we are toda...

EPISODE 8 Go Hard Chicks, wellness does not just include being physically fit. It also includes financial wellness. To that end, in Episode 8, I am joined by financial expert, Jennifer McReynolds. Jennifer is extremely passionate about helping both men and women achieve financial fitness. But, Jennifer is particularly passionate about helping women -  because women face unique issues regarding the...

An important part of the wellness journey for women is cultivating friendships with other women and sharing with each other. In this episode I have a girlfriend chat with Courtney Townsend, who describes herself as “a big-time lover, a believer in the power of food, a soul stirrer, a good mama, a full belly giggler, and an eternal adventurer.” We discuss everything from food, kids, coping with anx...

Episode 6 In this episode I discuss creating a healthier lifestyle with Farm to Table with guest Menia Chester.    Menia is a chef and educator who is dedicated to teaching people through cooking and nutrition education how to make better food choices and prevent chronic disease.   She works closely with leaders throughout United States in an effort to solve issues surroun...

EPISODE 5 SHOW NOTES In this episode, we will talk with Dr. Barbara Joy Jones and addresses the unique & powerful role that food, exercise, sleep, and stress reduction play in the function of the immune system. Dr. Jones is a board-certified family medicine physician proficient in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment and a sought-after medical expert correspondent on CNN and HLN.  Most rece...

EPISODE 4 – The Benefits of Personal Training with Jessica “She Trains” Thoma s In this episode, I interview Jessica “She Trains” Thomas of Thomas Fitness based in the metropolitan Atlanta area. Jessica is a certified personal trainer, businesswoman, wife, and mom. In this episode, Jessica very candidly shares her fitness journey, including how she struggled with her weight and even her experience...

EPISODE 3 In this episode, I discuss All Things Yoga with guest Demetra Ford. Go Hard Chicks, I love to learn the stories of people who may have started in traditional careers, but somehow found their way to health and fitness.  Demetra is one of those individuals. Demetra is a licensed attorney, who recently retired from the practice of law, and currently divides her time between her real estate...

EPISODE 2 SHOW NOTES How are you doing? This episode is a short check-in episode. We are certainly living in unprecedented times.  The last week has been quite challenging for me, and I am sure it has been challenging for you as well.  I, like many of you, am working from home and homeschooling my daughter at the same time. This combined with the stress of the unknown and just yearning f...

EPISODE 1 SHOW NOTES In this episode, I will be introducing myself and what Go Hard Chick is all about. I’ll cover my health and fitness backstory, my challenges with stress, and how fitness became my passion. You will hear about how I got started on my fitness journey and the state of my current health and fitness journey and my health challenges. P.S. I recorded this introductory episode twice a...