Summer

MakeSumGains

Are you ready to get real and raw AF about the journey that we call life? Leave the bullsh*t behind and tune in for intimate conversations that will inspire you to live out your most aligned life. Leave limited thinking and self doubt at the door and let's tap into your full potential. Your host, health and mindset coach, and entrepreneur Summer Vennewitz, will dive deep into a variety of topics, including developing a winning mindset, overcoming obstacles, cultivating resilience, optimizing physical well-being, mastering time management,  embracing the power of self-belief and more! Let's do...

Author

Summer

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Sep 26, 2025

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Episodes

Taking Your Relationships From Chaos to Compassion 18.04.2024

BEAST MODE application Have you ever felt an invisible force creating distance in your relationships? You're not alone. In this episode, I get personal about my own tendencies to withdraw and the underlying fears that drive such behavior. We'll explore the nuanced world of avoidant and anxious attachment styles, illuminating triggers and origins that may resonate with your own experience...

I'm Convinced Discipline is The Secret Sauce to Life 11.04.2024

BEAST MODE APPLICATION Navigating life's complexities often feels like walking through a mother f*cking maze blindfolded, but what if you could strip away the blindfold and face the challenges head-on with confidence? Join me as I share the gritty details of recalibrating life post-bodybuilding competition on the Make Some Gains podcast. It's not just about lifting weights; it's abo...

Hormone Hype: Is It Your Hormones That Are The Hidden Culprit or Are You Just Treating Your Body Like an A**hole? 04.04.2024

Book your FREE coaching call Are hormonal imbalances the hidden culprits behind your health woes, or is the truth lurking in your daily routine?  With my skeptical lens, we'll dissect whether lifestyle choices might be the real villains disrupting our hormonal harmony. From the influence of birth control to the signaling dance of serotonin and cortisol, we're unraveling the mysteries of...

I'm Moving and I'm Sh*tting My Pants *BTS* 28.03.2024

CLICK HERE for membership info Join me in this BTS Friday night episode. I open up about why we're moving & all of the emotions that are surfacing because of it.  I chat about: The story behind why I've lived in a farmhouse the past 2 years  Do you sacrifice now and reap the rewards later or do you YOLO it? Points of joy theory explained  How I'm handling criticism from family ...

From Breakdowns in The Abercrombie Fitting Room to Dropping 35+lbs: Shattering 'Dietbrain' and Crafting a Lifelong Wellness Journey w/ Stella Rivers 21.03.2024

Have you ever stood before a mirror, a dressing room's harsh lights exposing more than just your reflection? My incredible guest, Stella, knows that all too well, and her story is one of transformation that might just mirror your own. The story she shares goes beyond shedding pounds. Strap in for a heart-to-heart on the true nature of food urges and the monumental impact of a solid mindset wh...

Binge Drinking in College, What Life Was Like Living in Houston TX, Learning to Slow Down, Our Hot Take on Cycle Syncing w/ Cycylifts 14.03.2024

Together, we map the journey from being a high school dancer to competing in her first body building competition. Ava dives into her freshman challenges, her keto diet results, and the empowering path to true wellness that led her to lose 60 pounds.  We chat about: The fine line between chasing aesthetic goals and disordered eating How the culture of college can both help and hurt you Pulling back...

Perfectionism: The Double-Edged Sword Holding You Hostage to Excellence 07.03.2024

This week, I invite you to discover the power of imperfect action through the eyes of Jerry Uelsmann's photography students.... I chat about: 8 tell-tale signs you've caught the perfectionism bug Quantity vs quality: which produces the best results? The difference in getting an A vs getting an F Why your fear of being average is actually keeping you stuck 5 tools to use the next time you...

How to F*ck Up Your Fitness Journey 101 29.02.2024

F*ck Your Fears Challenge Sign-Up Let's be real... I know you want a fat ass and a flat stomach.. but how is that going? I chat about: The 2 mains reasons to move your body (probably not what you think) What to do if you're dreading your workouts enough to skip them My *secret* tool for measuring your level of effort  How to make fitness feel hard What would you give up to lose  5lbs? In...

Shadow Work Unveiled: Journeying to Self-Awareness, Emotional Mastery, and Sexual Empowerment w/ Becca Nicholls 22.02.2024

Have you ever faced your inner demons and emerged with a greater sense of self? Join me and the amazing Becca Nicholls, hailed as the "shadow work queen," as she shares her transformative encounters with shadow work. This episode is a journey into the heart of personal growth, where Becca recounts her shift from emotional turbulence to a life full of self-awareness and emotional intellig...

The Art of Transforming Setbacks Into Triumphs 17.02.2024

Ever found yourself tumbling off the wagon and scrambling to regain your stride? That's the raw reality I faced after an impromptu casino night sent my well-oiled routine into a tailspin, knocking out my flawless podcast streak. It's a realistic look at life’s hiccups and the personal breakthroughs that follow, including a deep-dive into the self-imposed 'upper limits' that can...

It Took Miley Cyrus 23 Years to Win Her First Grammy... Why Are You on The Brink of Giving Up Already?! 08.02.2024

MakeSumGains Membership [DM me the word 'membership' to connect] Feeling gratitude for every step of the journey, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for being a part of this podcast community🤍 Whether you're a regular listener or just popping in, your presence means the world to me.  This episode is a celebration of authentic growth and taking action, even when the plan isn&apo...

Biohacking Your Well-Being: Overcoming Eating Disorders, Ditching Veganism, and Mastering Mindful Travel w/ Meghan Creese 01.02.2024

Have you ever felt like your body is a puzzle that you're constantly trying to solve? Megan, an aspiring master of social work and mental health advocate, joins me, Summer, to shed light on the enigma of biohacking and women's health. We peel back the layers of understanding hormones, diets, and the vegan lifestyle, all through the lens of Megan's own transformation from overcoming...

Is Cutting and Bulking... Overrated?! 25.01.2024

I said what I said... bulking and cutting is NOT for the majority.  In this episode I chat about: Major life updates Times when bulking and cutting are necessary and when NOT My beginner experience with cutting and bulking  How to know when it's time to hire a coach My 5-step process to creating a happy medium plan (that will get you the results you deserve) SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please subscribe...

What it Actually Takes to Build a Strong Body, What to Know Before Competing, Ditching the Scale, Handling Haters Online w/ StrongBySarah 18.01.2024

We unpacked SO MUCH during this episode. Everything from competing to getting toned to losing weight to the pressure of maintaining a hot body to dealing with judgement from strangers online. In this episode we cover: Sarah's story behind fashion to fitness  What you need to know before competing in body building/ power lifting What are you using as measurement for your 'dream body'...

BONUS: How I Built My Dream Body Masterclass 12.01.2024

MOMENTUM INFO & APPLICATION ✨DOORS CLOSE TONIGHT✨ In the masterclass I cover: A deep dive into the history of my body Sneaky mistakes that have been stunting your progress for YEARS Shifts to make this year if you want to level up your body  How to NEVER touch another diet again SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please subscribe, share and review the show🤍 FOLLOW: @makesumgains

I Missed Out On a Million Dollars... Here's How the Lesson I Learned Relates to YOUR Life 11.01.2024

MOMENTUM INFO & APPLICATION I'm bummed..... As I calculated out how much money I missed out on, my jaw dropped.. In this solo episode I chat about: Why hot females invest their money The one mistake that prompted me to miss out on a million dollars The power of compound interest (and life choices) Is your b*tch voice sabotaging your success? SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please subscribe, share and r...

Here's Why I Call Bullsh*t on 'Do Less & Achieve More' 04.01.2024

MOMENTUM INFO & APPLICATION 'Work less, make more' , 'Do less, achieve more'.... HOW BOUT *NOOOOO* In this solo episode I chat about: Being blacked out and disappointed by 9pm (the story behind it) Why 2023 was a year of just scraping by  The power of letting it all be okay Why I'm choosing to harden back up in 2024 The equation to success (it's really simple) 5 s...

Using Stress Management & Hormone Healing to Increase Your Metabolism & Hack Your Fitness Results (aka Achieve Your Dream Body) w/ MadStrength 28.12.2023

CLICK HERE to get your name on the list for the FREE masterclass. Join us for a conversation about all things health, hormones & metabolism. We chat about: The pros and cons of living on the U.S Virgin Islands Common signs that your hormones are out of wack Why your lack of stress management could be holding back your progress The side effects of birth control after YEARS of being on it Why yo...

Failing College, Being in Charge of 30 Soldiers, Hacking Your 20's, Why It's Essential to Finish All Reps in the Gym, the Power of Understanding Your Childhood W/ Bethany Dallenbach 21.12.2023

DM the word 'BIZ' to @makesumgains  for info on business mentorship! Join me for a juicy conversation with one of the most expansive thinkers I know. We dive deep into all things career choices, spirituality, and mindset. We chat about: The story behind failing out of college and what it led to  Lessons learned from working an awkward sales job Hacks for discovering what lights you up  U...

Your 5-Step Blueprint to Blow the Top Off of 2024 14.12.2023

DM @makesumgains the word 'vision' to join the FREE Tunnel Vision Challenge I can feel the rumblings, the rumblings of change, of growth and of shedding old identities and living out new ones... I chat about: Where are you leaking energy that could be used to achieve your goals? Getting in tune with your natural energy flows to be the most productive version of yourself  How to start bel...

I Almost Flew Home From Peru a Week Early... But I Didn't & Here Are 6 Takeaways 07.12.2023

DM me 'BIZ' for information on Biz Mentorship  I'm exhausted... but I won't let that stop me from having a good time.  In this episode I chat about: My chaotic Peru experience  The not-so-pretty sides of traveling 6 lessons I've learned from spending 1.5 weeks abroad (with 1 week still to go) The electric new-found fire that's been lit inside of me  SUPPORT THE SHOW:...

Crushing Diet Culture, Our ‘Hot Take’ On Body Procedures, Living in The Middle East, How to Stay Feeling Good When the World Feels Far From Good w/ Nicole Eskenazi 30.11.2023

APPLY FOR MOMENTUM👇🏼 Apply now Dive into this JUICY🧃 conversation Nicole and I had the other day. You want an open book? Nicole is just that. We chat about: Going from obsessively shrinking to growing your body  The impacts of growing up a female in a diet culture-driven world Our ‘hot take’ on why you shouldn’t hide your smile lines (aka beauty procedures)  Non-negotiable’s we’ll be teaching o...

Are You Even READY for Success? 23.11.2023

BLACK FRIDAY MOMENTUM DEAL👇🏼 Apply now for up to 50% Start date: Jan. 1st BLACK FRIDAY BIZ MENTORSHIP DEAL👇🏼 Apply now for up to $1000 off Start date: Jan. 22nd You want to be 5 steps ahead of where you're currently at, but are you even READY for that? Are you mentally and physically prepared for the amount of success you desire? I chat about: Florida retreat recap  My struggles with wher...

3 Reasons Why You'll Look The Same 365 Days From Now 16.11.2023

💪🏻THE FIT BODY PROJECT 3-DAY ZOOM EVENT: CLAIM YOUR SPOT Do you feel like you're doing the most, but still not seeing the progress you're desiring? I can almost guarantee you're taking part in one of the 3 activities I mention in this episode.  I chat about: Why you either avoid the cookies or eat all 10 of them  You think you're relationship with food is healthy but I call B...

Tips For Cutting Down on Drinking, Reducing Anxiety, & Starting a Business in Your 20's w/ Jordyn Gunderson 09.11.2023

THE FIT BODY PROJECT 💪🏻 Join Jordyn and I for a chat about all things #adulting.  WE COVER: The messy transition from party girls to business women Hacks for cutting down/ quitting drinking What to do when you're feeling left out  How to make friends in your 20's Our health care system icks How to completely transform your life in a few simple steps  SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please subscribe,...

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