194: What my neck strain taught me about tuning into my body
One of the things I practice and preach is learning how to trust ourselves and helping us see our body as a whole unit and not separate parts, the mind and body as one unit. A few weeks ago I decided I was going to teach 6 classes with OrangeTheory Fitness a place I used to teach at in 2011. Now I was thinking what’s a few more classes to my day. Which in reality is a lot it would extend my Mondays to be from 4:30am-8:30pm. Which is a long day being in the fitness industry where I need to do demonstrate, have high energy, and somehow not burn…
186: How To Create Your Own Ayurvedic Spring Detox
There are two times a year Ayurveda really invites you into a detox for not only your body but your mind. One of those times are the spring season the other being the fall. I personally love to engage in a detox whether that be just social media or a diet full of kitchari. I will break down what you need to know about the spring detox this month and report on how mine went this Spring season. Don’t worry it’s not too late to enjoy a detox of your own. April is a perfect month to schedule in 3-7 days. The detox I go over is a simple one…
154: Erin Wathen on Why Can’t I stick to a Diet?
Welcome to the Peaceful Power Podcast today I chat with Erin Wathen about diets and why we really struggle with sticking to a diet, it’s not just about willpower. Introduction I was introduced to Erin through a podcast agency and really found our philosophies to be very similar. I was impressed with Erin’s extensive education in psychology and fitness. She really gets into the real reasons why diets don’t work. If you are a science person and likes to have more information that has been proven Erin provides us with a wealth of knowledge in today’s show. Background on Erin Wathen Erin Wathen is holistic health coach, food abuse counselor…
149: Ayurvedic Summer Tips
Today’s solo podcast is all about breaking down how to incorporate Ayurveda into your life during the warmer summer months. How do we incorporate Nutrition In Ayurveda we like to work with opposites. It’s hot outside so we need to cool down on the inside. That starts with food. During the summer months there are many great cooling foods that are better during the warmer months such as fresh garden veggies and smoothies. Cucumbers Smoothies Yogurt Coconut oil Melons Ghee Watermelon Other Summer Routines to be mindful of: Workouts- Now is not the time to go for intense workouts. Easing up with yoga, walks, swimming and doing it during the…
148: Kristina Kubicek on Life After Setbacks
Welcome to the Peaceful Power Podcast today I chat with my roommate from the Bliss Project Kristina Kubicek. Introduction Kristina and I didn’t know each other until we met in Newport Beach this past March for Lori Harder’s Bliss Project event (which I highly recommend). We were both volunteers at the event so really got to spend time together and I found her story to be so inspiring. She had a motorcycle injury at the age of 23 that almost left her with an artificial leg. She talks about her long road to recovery and how almost 18 years later she really has recovered and is living a life…
141: Tiffany Renee on healing from within
Introduction Today’s episode is near and dear to my heart. First Tiffany was an amazing guest and truly a light in this world. Second my cat of 11 years Schnoodles passed away as we recorded this interview. It is something I will always remember and will miss my favorite feline. I felt I could have went longer with the interview but Schnoodles passed right at the end of the interview. I held it together but was about to lose it. Tiffany did such an amazing job of holding space as this occurred. Enjoy this episode as much as I did. Tiffany Renee Tiffany Renee is a Medicine Woman: a clinical…
135: Jennifer and Craig Dumnich: Stop asking me how, ask me why?
Introduction I was introduced to Jenny & Craig by a past guest and they did not disappoint. They brought energy, passion & practical tips to share with you on getting your mindset right. They discuss the 2 biggest mindset frameworks they work with people on- scarcity & worthiness mindsets. They also go into detail about finding your why and how that could be the missing link to helping you reach your goals whether those goals be fitness, or business related. Finally we finish with tackling the overwhelm & lack of energy that is so common in today’s society and how to bust through that dilemma in your own life. Spring…
133: Marissa Vicario on Embracing Life Without Being on a Diet
Welcome to the Peaceful Power Podcast and today we are chatting with Marissa Vicario on learning how to embrace life without being on a diet. Introduction We wrap up our nutrition month with learning how to approach your food choices without feeling the need to be on a diet. Marissa was someone Apyrl Schlueter introduced me to this past year. I thought she would be the perfect guest to introduce the concepts from her book and how more women can learn to trust themselves rather than the next fad trend. Do you see a trend this month? All of my guests have taken this approach and let me tell you…
132: Why you’re not losing weight
Welcome to the Peaceful Power Podcast and today I’m chatting about something I don’t always address but have been feeling called to lately- weight loss. I’ve had such a great influx of woman joining my private Facebook group and I always ask a question when they join about what their main health goal is- do you know what the most common answer was? Weight loss. Now I have a love/hate relationship with this topic. One I’m a trainer so that’s part of what I help woman do, two I feel weight loss is not always the main goal people want but are more likely craving the feeling weight loss will…
131: Emily Gough on learning to trust yourself
Welcome to the Peaceful Power Podcast and today we are chatting with Emily Gough on learning how to trust yourself again. Introduction Emily and I participated in Jill Coleman’s Best of You group last year. I interviewed her podcast co-host Kate Hoerner on the podcast last month and I brought Emily on to talk more nutrition. Emily has a no diet approach and really encourages the women she works with to learn how to trust themselves and ditch the marketing mindset we have grown so used to over the years. Background on Emily A Registered Holistic Nutritionist, I’m all about helping you figure out how to eat in a way…
