The Awaken Your Champion Podcast

So many high performers can find themselves getting fixated on the outcome and the work. They may even find themselves stuck in the loop of thinking "more is better" or "if I work harder, then I will be successful." In this episode, Sarah shines light on the concept of prioritizing quality actions over quantity and sheds light on the powerful impact and results that can occur f...

There is a certain foundational formula involved in being successful and bringing a big dream, vision, or goal to life. Athletics offers a power example and framework in understanding this foundation, which Sarah refers to as The Champion's Blueprint. In this episode, Sarah shares some of her personal story and experience in competitive bodybuilding and gives real time examples of the power of...

As high performers, we naturally set big goals and hold ourselves to high standards. We’re always looking for ways to grow, improve, and reach the next level. But sometimes, that desire can lead us into comparison-- measuring ourselves against other athletes, entrepreneurs, leaders, or creatives-- and without realizing it, that habit can actually pull us away from what truly matters-- our unique j...

After a three-year pause, The Awaken Your Champion Podcast is back but an entirely new level. In this episode, I share the shifts, lessons, and realizations I’ve experienced over the past few years when it comes to success, manifesting our dreams, and high performance. For so long we’re taught that success simply comes from working harder. But the deeper truth is this: success is a byproduct of wh...

Nature Rooted, Transformational and Leadership Coach, Ryan Conklin, joins us on the AYC Podcast share some deep wisdom. Ryan has gone through a deep transformation himself over the past few years, from working in the spirits industry and originally having a dream of being a professional snowboard photographer to years later having a completely different view of life. Ryan is truly one of the most...

Not sure which direction to go in? Your heart knows the way. When you let your heart & soul lead the way and lead with love, you can never go wrong. In this episode of AYC, Wendy & Sarah discuss the power & value in following your heart, the challenges they've faced and overcome (or are currently battling) along this beautiful journey, and they provide powerful advice & practic...

Whether you're a current or former bodybuilder, or you've never ever even considered bodybuilding in your life, this episode is for you. Wendy and Sarah discuss how incredibly powerful acting with love and loving yourself unconditionally will power you through and leave you with better and faster results. When you love yourself and you love the process of whatever you are doing, the result...

To be successful, you've gotta tap into more than just checking the boxes. You have to BECOME the person in your vision. In this episode of The Awaken Your Champion Podcast, Sarah discusses how you can expedite your dreams and make them your reality. It all starts to changing who you are being. Sarah shares why this is such a powerful shift and how you can start to implement this today. Today...

RIP to Fuel Your Champion. And RIP to Acerbo Nutrition. Introducing The Awaken Your Champion Podcast!! And welcome to the Awaken Your Champion (AYC) Era and Movement. In this episode, Sarah shares: -the rebranding of this podcast -the meaning of Awaken Your Champion -the meaning of a Champion -The original and evolution of the Awaken Your Champion idea and vision -The vision of this podcast AND AY...

Have you ever had that gut feeling that you should or shouldn't do something? Maybe this feeling didn't seem to make much logical sense but it was a feeling you couldn't ignore. Later down the road, you realize that feeling you had was right. This is just one example of your intuition and how it may speak to you. On this episode of Fuel Your Champion, Keely Bauer (spiritual teacher, cr...

On this episode of the Fuel Your Champion Podcast, Stevie Coleman (Professional Boxer repping Connecticut) comes on to join me in discussing energy and how understanding and learning of these energies has positively impact both of our lives as athletes, within relationships, and in our lives. Some topics discussed: -What is toxic masculinity?; why is it not optimal? -What are healthy masculine and...

Oooof, this episode is full of so much goodness! While the main topic of this episode is pregnancy and postpartum, the topics discussed can beneficial for anyone within their health & wellness and self development journey. Britt is a mama of two, wife, beautiful friend, and functional health & wellness coach primarily for women looking to find more balance, clarify, and peace within their...

On this episode of the FYC Podcast, Chris Vera returns to tell us about his recent struggles and what he did to make it through. Chris shares his struggles financially as business owner, dealing with depression and feeling stuck, the sacrifices he made temporarily to make it through, how his vision, belief, and faith lead him forward, and the big opportunity God blessed him with because of his fai...

On this episode of the FYC Podcast, we have my beautiful friend, Wendy Levra, on to share her experiences as an athlete, female bodybuilder, and incredible human. I asked Wendy to come on because of her authenticity and her willingness to share her struggles. We all have struggles and pieces of ourselves we need to overcome. Overcoming and rising above them is what will transform you into a the gr...

This episode was loaded with so much goodness. If you have ever wondered or find yourself curious about the bigger meaning behind life, finding your life's purpose, learning how to LIVE your BEST life, feel good and do good, then this episode is a must listen for you. Keely and I met about a year ago as I originally hired her as my vibrational coach, helping me to better understand myself, life, a...

On this Episode of Fuel Your Champion, we have my incredible friend, Nick Lensander, on to share his journey and lessons learned as a former Division One Football player at the University of Connecticut (UCONN), multiple business owner, and podcast host.  Nick shares: -his experience as UCONN football player, the life lessons learned as an athlete that have helped propel him forward in his bu...

What's up Fam! On this episode of FYC, we have on two incredible humans to talk all things bodybuilding in my backyard. This is as real as it gets! Lisa Vigliotti is an IFBB Figure Pro, contest prep coach, my roommate, soul sister, and crazy best friend. We also have on Miss Jennifer Lopez, who is also a coach, mom, wife and competitive figure athlete. Jenn just had her first show and swept the st...

I woke up at 3:30am this morning because this topic was firing all throughout my brain. I decided take an early morning drive and record this episode on top of the mountain for you all because this needs to be heard. Quitting is the worst thing you can do. I've been at the point of wanting to quit. I've felt that extreme discomfort and feeling like I have no idea what to do next. The key is to kee...

The key to long term success is winning each day and stringing together lots of winning days. In this episode, Sarah discusses 3 simple action steps you can start doing today to have a great day. Win the day, then the next day, and the next. And soon, you are winning in life. Make sure to follow Sarah on IG @sarahacerbofit Make sure to follow the Fuel Your Champion Podcast on IG @fuelyourchampionp...

On this episode of Fuel Your Champion, we have on special guest, Jim Hallinan. Jim is an awesome dude, teacher, nutrition coach, dad, and cool ass friend. We have a great conversation today that really flowed in so many directions. Some of the Topics Discussed: -Being a high school teacher & teaching his own health class -Tips on being a parent & feeding your kids -What does it mean to get...

In this episode of Fuel Your Champion, we have on Angelica Obiedzinski. Angelica is free spirited and an artist who started at a dark place in life and has since then freed herself and has discovered the power of her thoughts, manifestation, and has unlocked to the key to truly changing her life. In this episode, we discuss: -Dr. Joe Dispenza's book, Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, which dis...

On this episode of Fuel Your Champion, we have Luis Garcia on to discuss his journey as a long term client, his journey from feeling like he's at rock bottom to now thriving. Luis is a parent, husband, and now supervisor as an occupational therapist. His goals now are much bigger than himself, and he now strives to help inspire others to become their best selves. Luis is a prime example of what it...

On this episode, we have a special guest, Adam Grigorian, who has been in the fitness and health space for over a decade. We get reallll, real here. Some topics we discuss: -Problems we have personally noticed within the fitness industry, healthcare, and Western medicine today. -Discussing the coach-client relationship & expectations the clients and coach should have of one another. -Context i...

Champions understand this: You are in complete control of your own life.  Once this fact sinks in for you, your whole life will change. In this episode of Fuel Your Champion, Sarah discusses the importance of extreme ownership and taking responsibility for your whole life. You have complete control. Listen to this episode and take the advice to heart. Your life will completely change after. I...

Special Guest, Chris Vera, NPC bodybuilder, photographer/videographer, and visionary. We discuss his "comeback" and how he went from feeling stuck and lost to going completely all in on himself and his vision.  We discuss his vision with photography/videography, goals with bodybuilding, the importance of embracing discomfort and doing what feels scary, advice for someone feeling stuck or lost...