The Fit Fig Podcast

My guest on the show today is Sabrina Walker. Sabrina was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at the age of 4 years old. At that time, CF was considered a "childhood disease" because most kids who had it didn't live more than a few years after diagnosis. Thankfully, we've come a long way with medical treatments since then and those with CF are living longer, healthier lives.  After...

One of my goals for 2022 is to avoid buying any new books, and instead reread the ones I have on my bookshelf (and finally read the ones I haven't read), take notes and apply what I learn. This is proving to be challenging as purchasing new books has been a monthly routine of mine for many years. I'm curious to see what new things I'll learn by revisiting books I loved so much the f...

In this episode I interview Pat Simpson, the race director for the Lost Lake run, a 15.75 mile adventure through the mountains in Seward, Alaska. This incredible event raises money and awareness for cystic fibrosis, a genetic lung disease with no cure. We also discuss the importance of staying fit into your 50's. Weightlifting is a passion that has given Pat a purpose as he prepares for his t...

In this episode I interview our amazing client and friend, Jessy Haley. Jess has been working with us since Oct. 2019, and she's lost 55 LB, gained massive strength and ventured well outside of her comfort zone in many ways. I hope you enjoy our conversation, thanks for tuning in.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Yo! Are you bored with your workouts? This one's for you.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Are you still waiting for motivation to come and sweep you off your feet? Well shit, you're going to be waiting a very long time. This episode is for you.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

If fat loss is your most important goal, hunger is a normal, and temporary side effect. Accept this, and do what you can to properly manage this uncomfortable sensation.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

At the end of every month, I reflect on what went well and what needs work. This practice has allowed me to stay focused on my goals, and get more done. I highly recommend it.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Criticism is feedback. Sometimes it's true, and sometimes it's not. If you're always denying the haters, you miss great opportunities to grow in all areas of life. When you receive critical feedback, ask yourself: "What's true about this?" Use it to improve, and be grateful someone had the courage to challenge you.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: http...

To reach a goal, it helps to have daily tasks or "rules" you follow. If fat loss is your goal, you'll want to have a specific system you follow in an effort to get where you ultimately want to be.  Measure and evaluate your progress regularly to ensure you're on the right track.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Life rarely goes as planned, and any disruption can throw you so far off track it may take you days or weeks to rebound. This is why it's paramount that you set goals, you have good routines in place and that you know your priorities. I have a quick story for you today on the power of establishing habits.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitn...

Once you create your big goal list for the year, now it's time to chunk your goals down into smaller monthly goals and then assess. Is there anything you can do today to get yourself one step closer to a goal you want to achieve by the end of this year? Here's how I do this.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Struggling to set goals in the new year? Try this one simple exercise to help make the process easier and more fun.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

If fat loss is your most important goal, your nutrition is paramount. Here are 11 tips to prevent confusion and finally get the results you want.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Most people spend their lives chronically sleep deprived and don't think much of it. Our whack ass FOMO, hustle and grind society constantly puts pressure on people to cut into their sleep, leaving them exhausted, depressed, overweight, and vulnerable to illness and early death. Why aren't we talking more about this? It's a travesty of epic proportions.  I get it, sleep isn't a...

2022 is around the corner. Get your shit together.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Perfect is the enemy of good. It's fine to have high standards for yourself and to strive for excellence, but understand the road to your ideal outcome will be a bumpy one. Embrace it. Open yourself to learning and growing without giving up when you're not immediately perfect in some category of life.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfit...

"Failure" isn't a word in may vocabulary. To me, it means you have chosen to give up on your goal because of your unwillingness to overcome challenges you should have anticipated to begin with. Plan ahead and be open-minded. Failure is feedback, it's not an invitation for you to quit on your dreams because things got too hard. Pivot, course correct and stop giving up on what yo...

Conversation is like a tennis match. One side doesn't get to hold onto the ball the whole time, you gotta keep it moving. Talking is an art, a dance. It takes practice to improve your skills, just like anything else. Here are 10 tips to help you improve your conversation skills.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

If you've been following me long enough, you know how much I love to talk goals! Here are some of the books I recommend, the journals I'm using and the thought process around how to create successful outcomes in the new year.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Mobility work can make a huge difference in how you feel and how you perform everyday. If you're in pain, how much attention do you devote to things like foam rolling, massage, stretching, and purposeful strength work?  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

I've got all kinds of shit on my mind today, from personal responsibility to mental toughness to the importance of leaving reviews. Check it out and let me know what you think!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

In this episode I interview our longtime client, Jessy Lumba. She is a mother of four, a NASM certified personal trainer and an all around amazing human. Jessy shares her experience with the 75 Hard Challenge, and how complying with her nutrition program 100% led her to uncover her abs for the first time in years.  Enjoy our conversation!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://ww...

If fat loss is your most important goal, there are some important things to focus on to ensure the best possible outcome. Here are a few things I teach my clients. Thanks for listening! If you found this episode helpful, please consider leaving me a review on iTunes.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

We all have bad days that are actually temporary "bad" moments that can be overcome. Here are five reliable ways I change my state, and pull myself out of a funk.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness