Amanda Marxen

The Thriving and Surviving Podcast

Health EN ↓ 37 episodes

Hi and welcome to The Thriving and Surviving Podcast. I'm your host Amanda Marxen and I'm a woman, a mum, a coach and a business owner and this podcast will be taking about it ALL.  Think of this podcast as a wine and cheese night with your besties, sharing your deepest darkest thoughts and struggles while learning a thing or two. So whether you are thriving or just surviving, this podcast is here to enlighten you, heighten you and most certainly brighten you.   So lets dive right into it and I am so glad that you're here. 

Author

Amanda Marxen

Category

Health

Podcast website

estro-physiques.com.au

Latest episode

Jun 28, 2026

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Episodes

S5E2: Meet Ben. 28.06.2026

Send us Fan Mail Some stories are better told by two voices. This week Ben joins me to share how we found each other...again.. from the beginning, the messy middle, and why it stuck.  Episode 2 is live now. 🎙️🤍 #TheThrivingAndSurvivingPodcast Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S5EP:1 Shes Baaaack! Relocating, ASD & Album Release! 14.06.2026

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 5 of The Thriving & Surviving Podcast! Amanda's back, and she's got a lot to fill you in on. This first episode is a real, unfiltered life update on the three big things that have shaped the last little while: coming to terms with an ASD diagnosis and how it's reframed the way she sees herself and the world, the emotional rollercoaster of packi...

S4E9: Madi and Amanda: Dating Non-Negotiables - PART #2 02.11.2025

Send us Fan Mail Madi and Amanda explore the deal breakers, boundaries and must-haves that define healthy relationships. Each episode helps you understand your non-negotiables, make intentional choices and navigate dating with confidence. Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S4E8: Madi and Amanda: Dating Non-Negotiables - PART #1 19.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail Madi and Amanda explore the deal breakers, boundaries and must-haves that define healthy relationships. Each episode helps you understand your non-negotiables, make intentional choices and navigate dating with confidence. Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S4E6: Our “Romantic” Weekend Away (lol) 17.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail Join me and Madi on a very unserious getaway — this episode was recorded on the drive up to the Sunny Coast, where romance was nowhere in sight, but chaos and questionable snacks definitely were. We chat road trip confessions, friendships that feel like therapy, and all the random sh*t that comes up when you're stuck in a car for hours Support the show Find us on instagram: @...

S4E5: The “other girlfriend” I didn’t know about at the time (Part 2) 10.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail This is Part 2 of the convo with Mallory — if you missed Part 1, hit pause and go catch up. We’re picking up right where we left off. We’re diving into dating patterns, breaking toxic cycles, and what it looks like doing the work while juggling single mum life. Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HE...

S4E4: The “other girlfriend” I didn’t know about at the time (Part 1) 03.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail Reuniting with Mallory after a decade. Last time I saw her, I was stark naked in a bathroom. Now we’re finally spilling the tea on what actually went down. Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S4E3: The Truth About Having Just One Sexual Partner 20.07.2025

Send us Fan Mail Emma shares her experience of only ever being with one sexual partner, what that’s meant for her relationship, identity, confidence and growth. It’s raw, honest and refreshingly different from the usual narrative. Whether you're team "tried it all" or "ride or die," this one's a juicy listen about trusting your path, whatever that looks like. Support...

S4EP2: Pitfalls of your first ever business 13.07.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this ep, I'm sitting down with Emma — my OG business partner and the other half of Train With The Girls (TWTG), the first company we built from the ground up. We’re chatting about what it was really like starting a business together with zero roadmap, just a shared vision and a whole lot of trial and error. From figuring out how to balance friendship and business, to the l...

S4E1: Life Lately — Surgery, Healing & What’s Been Going On 06.07.2025

Send us Fan Mail Bit of a life update ep for you. I’ve just had tummy surgery — a combo of a tummy tuck, hernia repair, and abdominal wall reconstruction (yep, the full works) — so I’m filling you in on all of it. Why I did it, what the lead-up was like, how I’m feeling now, and the stuff no one really talks about when it comes to recovery. It’s been a big experience both physically and mentally,...

S3E7: The Online Dating Game 01.03.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this chaotic (and slightly unhinged) episode, Madi and Amanda pull back the curtain on their experiences with online dating — the good, the bad, and the downright weird. From cringe-worthy pickup lines to unexpected gems, they share their honest thoughts, hilarious stories, and a bit of unsolicited advice. Whether you’re deep in the dating app trenches or just here for the tea,...

S3E6: Health & Performance: Fuelling Female Athletes for Success 22.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Amanda is joined by Tyarra Nelson to explore how women athletes can effectively balance performance with overall health. Tyarra shares valuable insights into fuelling the female body for optimal athletic performance while prioritising long-term well-being. Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALO...

S3E5: Rewriting Your Inner Dialogue: Confidence, Assumptions, and Self-Talk 15.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail Ever caught yourself assuming the worst when someone ignores you? In this episode of Thriving and Surviving , I dive into the power of inner self-talk and how it shapes our confidence, perceptions, and interactions. Inspired by a real-life moment in my mum’s group, we’ll explore why we jump to conclusions, how to shift our mindset, and why learning to be your own biggest hype girl...

S3E4: Heart & Hustle: Friendship, Business & Polyamory with Bek Thomas 08.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I catch up with my high school friend Bek, now a successful salon owner, to explore her journey of entrepreneurship, relationships, and self-discovery. From discovering her passion for hairdressing to building a thriving business, Bek shares the challenges and triumphs of life in the beauty industry. We also discuss her experiences with polyamory, addressing misco...

S3E3: 2024 FMG Prep Recap (Gold Coast & Dubai) 01.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode, I share my journey as a competitive bodybuilder and coach, diving into the mental and physical strategies behind competition prep. From intense training to recovery challenges, I reflect on lessons learned, what I’d do differently, and offer practical advice for aspiring competitors. This is a raw, authentic look at the realities beyond the glitz of show day....

S3E2: Finding Balance: Navigating Bodybuilding, Business & Life with Rhiannon Deaves 25.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I chat with Rhiannon Deaves—elite FMG Bikini athlete, sports nutritionist, and successful online coach. With over six years of experience and seven bodybuilding competitions, Rhiannon shares her journey of balancing competitive fitness, business, and relationships. She opens up about the challenges of prep, managing time and energy, and avoiding burnout, while emp...

S3E1: Life Update: Competing, Mum Life & Everything In Between 18.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Where have I been? In this episode, I’m opening up about life lately—balancing competing, coaching, and being a mum. I’ll share a behind-the-scenes look at what’s been going on, the highs, the lows, and everything in between. If you’re a competitor, a mum, or just curious about the chaos and growth that comes with it all, join me for a real and honest chat about finding balance an...

S2E5 Dipping my toes into the dating pool 05.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail Well.... What can I say? Wanna hear about how sweaty I was on my first date post separation? Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S2E4 New Boobies! All the goss on my replacement surgery. 21.04.2024

Send us Fan Mail Come along while I take you through my implant replacement due to my right one rupturing.  Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S2E3: The 3 reasons you're not seeing progress 10.03.2024

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why you get stuck in the same cycle and just can't seem to break out and make any progress? Chances are you're doing one of these three things. Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S1E2 Why women feel burnt out. 26.02.2024

Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling like you've run a mental marathon but unsure why? I am willing to bet you're taking on the brunt of the imaginary workload in your household or relationship dynamic. Lets discuss.  Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

S2E1 Soooo 2024... and Single! 04.02.2024

Send us Fan Mail Okay so a couple of changes and a giant life updating on how its going venturing into 2024 as a single mumma! Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

Ep #15 How kids impact relationships and sex lives Ft. Ally 03.12.2023

Send us Fan Mail Lets welcome a fellow mumma to the poddy! Ally and Amanda chat how kids changed the dynamics in their marriages and the impacts on their sex lives.  Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

Ep #14 The 3 biggest lessons I've running my own companies. 26.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail Are you a business owner? Or perhaps youre considering launching your own business.  Buckle up and take notes to the 3 things I have learnt that have shaped the way I run my businesses.  Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE www.estro-physiques.com.au

Ep #13 Owning Your Mental Health Ft. Madi 19.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail Our journeys have been a ride - dive in as we recap our own experiences while unpacking the stigma's around mental health diagnosis.  If you have ever struggled with mental health or youre still in the thick of it - this episode is not to be missed.   Support the show Find us on instagram: @thethrivingandsurvivingpod_ @coach_amandajane Wild Discount: AMANDALOVES CLICK HERE ww...

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