Unf$&k Your Health

Summary Hung Dao, co-founder of Vital Apparel ( vtlapparel.com⁠) , joins Allison for a special episode. In this conversation, Hung and Allison delve into the significance of Suicide Awareness Month, exploring personal stories of mental health struggles, the impact of cultural backgrounds, and the importance of therapy. They discuss the role of social media in shaping perceptions of mental health,...

Our bodies are remarkable. They tell us when we're sick or when something is wrong while simultaneously working on how to bring it back to equilibrium. Being aware of what our bodies are telling us is important. This episode encompasses many aspects of the health realm. It was great to get to know Paige and hear her story. She started her career as a firefighter/paramedic and after experiencin...

Today's episode brings my friend, Kira, who is like a little sis to me. Kira also shares her new adventure of starting her own business and her reason for success. As my mini me, she also shares an appreciation for getting outside and grounding oneself with nature. We discuss what healthy means to each of us and the importance of staying true to who you are. Additionally, we talk about the importa...

She's back and with a new title, IFBB Pro!! Megan joined me early on when I first started this show and she came on to join me to share what she's been up to since the last time she shared her journey with you all! We discuss how to navigate the holidays and staying on track with macros as well as updates on life. Megan and I also touch base on gut health importance and how if we really want to su...

Chatting with the Minny Hustlers was something I looked forward as they are truly the embodiment of being their true authentic selves and practicing what they preach. What started as a side hustle in sharing their passion for fitness and overall wellness, soon became a phenom many know as Minny Hustlers. These two best friends encounter what building a brand really entails and the importance of do...

Today I talk about the start of my mom's journey with Ovarian cancer and all throughout the years of her being a 12-year survivor. Sometimes, it's hard to articulate exactly how I felt and how my mom did throughout this journey. No one can ever prepare you enough for being a care taker and what to expect when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. To learn more about Ovarian cancer, click h...

Dr. Rachel Allyn joins me today and we touch base on types of pleasure, intimacy in relationships and the importance of accepting our bodies. Dr. Allyn is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified yoga instructor, public speaker and author of, "The Pleasure is All Yours" which we also discuss. Not only does she help others through her practice, she also has written numerous articles as a relatio...

I've had my fair share of unhealthy relationships and a rocky marriage. I've dealt with many insecurities and feeling undervalued and not worthy of love. This episode shares what I have learned and how I can now appreciate who I am and what I bring to a relationship. Laughter, core values and safety are some of the biggest things I want and now have in a relationship with my partner. Want...

This episode contains raw feelings and heightened emotions of anxiety. I share my current struggles and how I deal with anxiety attacks. Moments after recording, I broke down and cried. Mental health is tough, seek help and resources such as the ones I’ll list at the end. Keep going, communicate your feelings and most importantly, know you’re not alone. Mental health resources: National Alliance o...

My first solo…episode! I ramble about relationships and some key things for people to do when dealing with a break up. I share my personal insights on what helps move forward and heal. Loving yourself first is the most important.

Longtime friend and fellow co-chairs of multiple clubs in high school with me, David Held, shares the importance of being your true authentic self and how loving yourself is the foundation needed before loving someone else. He takes us through his journey of studio cycle to hip replacement to giving advice on allowing yourself to be you. David provides great advice and insight for those on their o...

Owners and friends, Alex and Hung, discuss how Vital Apparel evolved and the message they hope to get across on the importance of mental health and fitness. They share what helps them with positive mindset, advice for those jumping into the fitness realm and the entrepreneurial life. To check out their amazing fitness apparel, go to www.vtlapparel.com Follow Vital Apparel on Instagram | @vital_app...

Brothers Jack and Sam Plant, take us through their health journeys and the motivation they provide for each other, healthy competition and what it’s like to share a passion for health with a sibling. They open up about their own experience with anxiety and that it’s ok for other men to work on their mental health. Witty banter and encouragement allows each of them to reach their goals and doesn’t...

Health coach and model, Sophia, walks us through the day and a life of modeling. She discusses what others assume it entails and what actually happens behind the scenes. She shares her journey of what goes into this info and common misconceptions.

My sweet little cousin who is not so little anymore joins me today in an extremely raw conversation of the struggles we’ve both faced with mental health and how we cope. We also discuss our family and how mental was perceived growing up and what it meant to acknowledge we need help and to learn how to heal. The more we talk, the more we realize how much we’ve been dealing with it without knowing e...

Dianne is a successful director of operations for a Forbes listed top financial professional and shares how she coped with the challenges we all faced during the pandemic. She discusses her self-care routine that helps jump start her day and relives any stress working in a fast paced environment. Dianne notes what helps her stay balanced in mind and body with a high demand job. Additionally, she s...

Taylor speaks on the importance of mind and body connection through his own personal journey of fitness and wellness. We discuss how times have changed and that what we grew up with is vastly different then what kids have these days and how instant gratification is at the palm of their hands.

Molly Asplin is a wife and mom of 3 young kids, a successful entrepreneur in the coaching & direct selling space, and a host of The Dream It Do It Podcast. After 7 years in corporate finance and climbing the corporate ladder, she sought a more fulfilling career to contribute to the world in a more impactful way. Today, she leads a team of 1,200 coaches, empowering women to find fulfillment wit...

Jessica is not only a mom of three, but she also is a trainer and helps others build a consistency in food habits to feel better and also create a lasting healthy lifestyle. She shares her own journey on what she changed to get to where she is physically and mentally and what kept her going.

They curse like sailors, make you laugh hard and have the best life hacks anyone could ask for. Kristina and Rachael are two moms doing the best they can to raise the best minis they can. These two are some of the best friends this girl could ask for. Listen as they share the realities of parenting and their postpartum journeys.

Tennis coach and advocate for building the youth of today’s communities through his job at Youth Frontiers, Kevin shares the importance of diversity and inclusivity of all backgrounds. He shares through kindness, we can all learn from one another and instill in the younger generations that our identity is who we are.

Former Muay Thai athlete and gymnast, Darcie shares the difficulty of breaking the "all or nothing" mentality and how focusing on the positive and giving herself grace was a key component in her health and wellness journey. We talk about societal standards and how it is not all cookie cutter in the fitness world. Finding what works for you became a huge factor in both our journeys and how much it...

Brandy is a personal trainer and health coach and shares with us her journey that ignited the spark and fueled her passion for fitness. She shares her why and the importance of self-care and mental health. We also share similarities in our upbringings in an Asian household and the affect it had on how we viewed ourselves. Brandy shares how being kind not only to others but to yourself goes a long...

Sam is a trainer and health coach at Anytime Fitness and shares with us the importance of growing and constantly learning. He takes us through his life in and outside of the gym, what drives him to better himself and the importance of self-reflection. As a health coach, he stresses the value of adaptability and how changes can also be a good thing.

Arman is getting ready to compete in his first Strongman training and he shares what keeps him on track. He also shares about mental health and how like myself, having immigrant parents, can be hard to really open up about it. His passion for cooking also plays a big role in his life as he aspires to be a chef and cookbook author. He is the Jack of all trades and shows what putting your mind to so...