Soul Summit Podcast

Welcome to the premiere of Her Inspired Journey's new segment, 10 Minutes to Better Fitness. Every week we will bring you ten minutes of the best and most helpful tips to improve your fitness and level up your life. From nutrition and training to mindset and accountability, we've got your back.  Today we are talking about how you can shift your mind from looking at what you haven't accomplished th...

Do you know what's better than drawing the coveted Oregon bighorn sheep tag? Well, not much!  In this episode, Constance Bradley carves our the time to share the details of this once in a lifetime hunt. From finding out she drew the tag, to trial and error planning, and the moment it went down, she tells it all.  Listen in and enjoy as she walks us through a hunt she’ll no doubt never forget. This...

Women in the Outdoors part 3 - The ladies (April Cooper, Aimee Hartwig, Krissy Hay Knox) and I called a much-needed ladies night to celebrate hunting success, catch up, and talk about our passion as women in the outdoors.  This 3 part series is filled with so many great nuggets of wisdom, laughs, and stories - I can't wait for you to tune in.  Here, in part 3 Krissy tells us the fun, family hunt f...

Women in the Outdoors part 2 - The ladies (April Cooper, Aimee Hartwig, Krissy Hay Knox) and I called a much-needed ladies night to celebrate hunting success, catch up, and talk about our passion as women in the outdoors.  This 3 part series is filled with so many great nuggets of wisdom and I can't wait for you to tune in.  Here, in part 2 April and Aimee chat about their Oregon bull hunt where t...

I feel like I may explode with joy every time I push an episode out and this one is no exception! The ladies (April Cooper, Aimee Hartwig, Krissy Hay Knox) and I called a much-needed ladies night to celebrate hunting success, catch up, and talk about our passion as women in the outdoors.  This 3 part series is filled with so many great nuggets of wisdom and I can't wait for you to tune in.  Here,...

Have you ever thought to yourself, "I'm never going to be successful"? (Imagine me with my hand in the air) I think we've all been there.  Or maybe you go strong with new HEALTHY habits for a week or two and then "like always" you fall off track and sabotage yourself.  In this episode, Steven and I are talking about: Why new habits die off fast and what you can do to change the outcome. Why people...

Do you know what's exciting? The moment you get that "Big Bull Down" text from a friend who has put her heart and soul into filling her first archery tag. In this episode, Jessica relives the day she took her Roosevelt bull with her bow. From daily practice, learning how to use a diaphragm call, and gaining confidence in herself, Jess makes it happen. I had the honor of meeting Jessica and her fam...

Let me just say, you won't want to miss this episode as guest Tana Grenda and I dive deep into big life lessons, hunting, being a foster parent, understanding your 'why', overcoming devastating obstacles and learning to navigate change.  If you are looking for a life-size dose of motivation, support, and encouragement, this episode will deliver.  Tana opens up and speaks about her and her husbands...

Many things HAVE to be done daily, adding to the overwhelm of all that life can bring, and eating is one of them. It’s not one of those things you can skip or put off when things get busy - not long term anyway. So, when I look at the things that have to be done in a day, I am always trying to find the most efficient ways of doing them. In this episode, I want to give you some solid tips and short...

Chances are if you're tuning into this episode of the Her Inspired Journey podcast it's because you found yourself rushing through the day only to realize, yet again, your list of to do's didn't get done.  From managing a business to family, daily "to-do's", and outside obligations, life is downright busy, and that doesn't even address trying to find time to socialize. So how do you create more ti...

I was going to title this episode "Periods and Poop" and decided at the last minute that as relevant as it is, I didn't like it.  It's funny that even as a woman it can be awkward to talk about menstruation and pooping, but in this episode of the Her Inspired Journey Podcast that's exactly the topic at hand.  I try to answer your questions about dealing with "that time of the month" during hunting...

I guarantee we all want to be as productive in a day as possible... unless it's Sunday, then maybe a good ole' lazy day is in order! On this episode, I give you 10 actionable tips for being productive, getting more accomplished, and moving the needle in your life. This quick hittter episode covers:  1 - stop making excuses  2 - manage your time  3 - limit your distractions  4 - use a schedule  5 -...

Has it ever happened to you? You head out on an adventure feeling pretty good about your overall fitness, and physical abilities, and then at some point on the trip you find a major weakness? I hope you said yes, ‘cause I sure have. (keep reading) In this episode that's exactly what I talk about, as well as how I have found my flow again, and what I'm doing about it. You may be experiencing some o...

I know some of you are all about asking some more personal questions about my journey, and on this episode that is exactly what I cover. From hygiene in the backcountry to, getting started as a bowhunter, and building strength to draw more with my bow, there are lots of good tidbits in this episode. Additional resources: for upper body strength and fitness goals the boots I use; Crispi and Jagdhun...

Are you ready for some more Q & A? I am joined in this episode by a few good friends, and fellow outdoorsmen Jess Harris, Steven Dahn and Zach Zenner . Together we answer more questions sent in by you all. Check out some of the questions we cover on this episode: Q: What compound bow do you recommend for a beginner bow hunter? I’ve always hunted with a rifle and last season I dappled with a crossb...

Are you ready for this? You asked and I answered. This episode is a powerhouse and really speaks on the topic of mindset, depression, and navigating life. If you are ready for some big truths, encouragement, and a hefty dose of, "YOU'VE GOT THIS" press play. Next week, in part 2, I will be sitting down with some industry pros to answer your hunting, hiking, lifestyle and field questions! Have some...

Are you stuck in a weight-loss plateau, or having a hard time getting to that next physical goal? In this episode of the Her Inspired Journey Podcast, I outline some simple, science-backed tips for increasing your metabolic rate and burning more daily calories.  It's time for you to reap the benefits of the hard work you put in and you deserve to feel your best. Check out the actionable tips in th...

Someday's it seemed like hunting season would never arrive, and now all of a sudden HERE IT IS. With season opener sneaking closer I thought I would take the time to jam out a solo episode and talk about how I build endurance for the mountain, and some of my tried and true ways of getting my body in top shape for the hunt. In this episode, I lay out the foundation, and guidelines for building endu...

Another Monday means another Her Inspired Journey Podcast and this time we are coming to you from my backyard, after wrapping up another EPIC Ladies Weekend event in Fall Creek, Oregon.  I am joined on this episode by my badass friend and hunting sister, Gina Shively of Wild and Well Fed . This woman is a master in the kitchen and I was super excited when she called to tell me she would be joining...

In this off the cuff episode of the Her Inspired Journey Podcast, I sit around the campfire with 9 other ladies and catch up on life, memories, and their start into the world of hunting. One of the things I love the most about this episode is how different every one of us grew up, and the experiences we've had. From those who grew up in the outdoors to those who are just starting in the last year...

Want to know how to fuel properly for your next big outing? Jump into this episode with Jaden Bales of Backcountry Fuel , and learn the in's and out's of planning nutrition for the mountain.  We talk about how to determine your calorie needs, and the most common mistakes people make when it comes to backpacking food, and preparation. He and I also discuss how to make sure you are recovering well,...

I think that we can all agree, seeing pictures from the summit of a gorgeous mountain makes us want to see it first hand, at least in theory.  In today's episode with friend, and badass climber Krista Magnussen we chat about how you can get on the trail and soak up these experiences first hand. We cover safety aspects, gear lists, and how to go about getting to your first summit.  Krista and I als...

We have a RETURNING guest, and I am always happy to catch up, chat, and connect with Dayna Monroe. I had the pleasure of heading to KIFARU HQ in Colorado last month, and of course, it was great to see what they have going on and chat with everyone at the shop. Before we outline today's show, I want to let you know about my exciting news. I have collaborated with Wilderness Athlete to build a commu...

Anxiety is one of those ugly words that many don't want to talk about, let alone face, but, it is a VERY real part of life. Todays guest, Mary Hally has walked through the battle of anxiety for many years, and offers some good advice and insight in todays episode. Mary is now a Montana gal, and loving her life in the outdoors, hunting and now coming full circle to share her lifestyle with her fami...

You know how sometimes things don't go as planned and then somewhere out of thin air it feels like it was meant to be? Funny how that works in our favor! Rewind to a couple weeks ago when a random snow storm moved into Colorado and delayed my 6am flight out of the Denver International Airport. With so many travelers stuck at the airport, getting home 'soon' didn't look too promising. Turns out Wes...