Mind to Muscle

EPISODE 50 Today, Pow•HER•ful Retreat guest, Jewel VanEaton shares her journey to JGFG and how she has built consistency WITH her family. We also chat about macros and the different ways you can achieve your goals along with advice on how to navigate an unsupportive spouse. Plus, if you've ever been curious about how many messages I receive daily, you'll get to find out in this episode! This week,...

EPISODE 49 In this episode, I'm bringing up a topic of conversation I have been having with members lately - how to handle hurt people when they are hurting you. Something that I have learned is that when someone does or says something that hurts my feelings, it is usually a reflection of how that person feels. They want to spread the hurt and for someone else to feel what they are feeling. So tod...

EPISODE 48 Today, Pow•HER•ful Retreat guest, Jenny Hodge opens up about how JGFG has enabled her to make mindset shifts that give her a new viewpoint of her progress and overcome caring about what other people think about her. Jenny also answers my fun questions about what her personal theme song would be and a new skill she'd like to learn. This week, we challenge you to take the pictures! No mat...

EPISODE 47 The new year has brought some of my sweatysisters into a funk and today I'm bringing you on a bestie ride to talk about what might be causing you to feel the same! It might be because of the weather and lack of sun or even the people around you causing you to feel this way. In this episode, I explain just how important it is to place boundaries around your relationships and to NOT let y...

EPISODE 46 Today, Pow•HER•ful Retreat guest, Brooke Smith shares what can happen when you get out of your comfort zone! In this episode, Brooke shares why she started JGFG in 2020, the friendships she has gained since joining, and how taking care of herself has been a great example to her kids. This week, we challenge you to step out of your comfort zone. If you're in JGFG and don't usually get in...

EPISODE 45 Exactly one year ago today we launched the Mind to Muscle podcast! Although it was over two years in the making, I know it was all in God's timing. Over the last year I've hosted several events, learned to give all the control to God, and focused on making deep rooted friendships! This week's episode is a short and sweet reflection over the past year. This week, I challenge you to poor...

EPISODE 44 Today I'm debunking 10 strength training myths that I hear time and time again in JGFG. As you know, I am 100% in favor of safely lifting weights in all seasons of life, but depending on who you talk to you might get other (not so encouraging) opinions. I believe strength training is not just about building muscle. It's a holistic approach to health that benefits your mind, body, soul,...

EPISODE 43 Today, Pow•HER•ful Retreat guest, Tammy Burns proves that age is just a number! In this episode, Tammy shares her journey and what led her to JGFG, her strategy to winning the plank challenge two years in a row, and her favorite moment in JGFG so far. She also got the chance to ask me a couple questions at the end, so tune in to find out my answers! This week, we challenge you to get un...

EPISODE 42 Today I am spilling the beans on the first ever JGFG Pow•HER•ful Retreat! It's an understatement when I say that it was one of the most empowering and soul-filling experiences of my life! God is the center of JGFG and He was definitely with us throughout the weekend. For 2024, I challenge you to pray for friends to come into your life that are more like sisters. People who are your bigg...

EPISODE 41 It's time to TAKE OVER 2024! Today's episode is an update on life and what is happening so far in 2024. Last time you heard from me, I gave you a reflection of my top lessons learned in 2023. This year, I plan to be more intentional with reflecting on how I am doing as a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend and making the necessary changes to be better! This week, I challenge you...

EPISODE 40 Today's episode is a reflection of the top 10 most important lessons I learned in 2023. This year has taught me so much and I can't wait to share some of my big realizations that you might need to have, too! This week, I challenge you to take a moment to soak this episode in and reflect on any lessons you've learned in 2023 and how you are going to use them moving forward into 2024. Thi...

EPISODE 39 In today's episode, I give you four action steps to get you jump started on your journey to self-love. It's been proven that you can form a habit in 21 days. So, in three weeks you can be well on your way to becoming your best self. Work every day to be better than yesterday and a year from now, your life could be changed! This week, I challenge you to take action and implement the step...

EPISODE 38 In today's episode, I explain intuitive eating, what it is, how to start, and why it is important. I also share a few tricks and tips I've learned along my own journey of learning how to eat intuitively. This week, I challenge you to start getting equally excited about every aspect of your meal as you do your treats. Stop rewarding yourself with food. You are in charge of what you eat....

EPISODE 37 *Disclaimer* This is NOT medical advice! I am the type of person who loves to find the root cause of a problem, especially when it comes to my health. So lately, I have been unlearning things I learned in nursing school and learning more about holistic health. It has been eye-opening and I can't wait for you to hear just a little of what I've learned about adrenals in today's episode! I...

EPISODE 36 The beauty of your fitness journey is that it's YOUR journey. And it's a JOURNEY. So whatever season you're in, whatever your life looks like, whatever goals and expectations you have for yourself, your fitness journey can look like whatever it needs to. In today's episode, one of my founding members, Rachel Hees, explains how she makes working out a priority during every new season she...

EPISODE 35 In today's episode, I am talking about something that I have really started to focus on in my life lately and thought someone listening might need to hear it, too. Focus on the things you can control, not the things you cannot. Control the controllable. This week, I challenge you to incorporate moments of mindfulness and stillness into your day. Intentionally sit still and think about t...

EPISODE 34 Welcome to Season 2 of our mini-series Jen + Jonny: Unhinged Together! In this series, anything goes. Unhinged Together is all about authentic, unfiltered discussions that leave no stone unturned. We're going to unravel the messiness and embrace the craziness that comes along with navigating various aspects and seasons of life. We hope to leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready...

EPISODE 33 In today's episode, I share 5 powerful steps on building your mental resilience. Connecting your mind and your muscles is what gets you results that last. I also explain the science behind the happy chemicals you get when you exercise regularly. It's all connected, I promise! This week, I challenge you to be intentional. Make the intentional connections with your spouse and kids. Block...

EPISODE 32 Do you tend to overtrain and push your body beyond its limits without adequately resting and fueling your body? Do you go through phases of intense workouts and strict meal plans only to eventually feel burnt out. You may even end up losing all the progress you made. If this sounds like you, give this episode a listen. It's time to break the cycle and start regularly taking the time to...

EPISODE 31 In this episode, I explain how caffeine affects your central nervous system and why you should be limiting your caffeine intake for your mental health. You are in charge of your body and you can control your nervous system. Pay special attention to what you are putting into your body and keep an eye on how it makes you feel. This week, I challenge you to take a look at your caffeine int...

EPISODE 30 In this episode, I explain the 80/20 rule, how to apply it to your life, how I apply it to my life, and what it means in my perspective. The 80/20 rule helps you find a healthy balance for food freedom, beauty standards, fitness goals, relationships, and all other aspects of life. It's such a useful tool to add to your tool belt! This week, I challenge you to find one aspect of your lif...

EPISODE 29 Dorene Boehler is a true testament that your mindset is everything. When she joined Jen's Get Fit Group in 2020, she was convinced she would fail, but decided to give it a try for a month. She struggled through each workout, but found that she was able to do more than the day before. Now, she challenges her body in ways she never thought possible. And she has overcome so much during her...

EPISODE 28 In today's episode, I introduce you to two of my best friends, Darcie Raney and Stephanie Jones. They are long time members who have been my friends through some good, bad, and ugly times. But what I've found is that they have always been the friend that I need and that is so special to me. You will both laugh and feel inspired by this conversation. We talk through the importance of hav...

EPISODE 27 In this episode, I give a recap on the goals of the 12-week challenge we just completed inside of JGFG and what the results have been so far. SPOILER ALERT: they're amazing! I mean, absolutely jaw dropping! Head to toe. Inside and out. And I don't want to lose the momentum we gained over the last few months, so I'm giving daily actionable steps to continue working our minds AND our mus...

EPISODE 26 Amanda Kay is proof that in Jen's Get Fit Group, you get what you give. When you are intentional about posting and encouraging others, you tend to increase your own efforts. And when you are feeling down, other sweatysisters notice and they are there to help pick you back up. JGFG is full of incredibly supportive women just like Amanda and those qualities will even trickle down to your...