Best Take Up Your Mat Podcasts (2024)

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Transformation in Christ 45:48

8h ago45:48

45:48

Join hosts, Jen, Kelsey, and Megan as they talk about transformation in Christ from the scripture - Joel 2:13.We often times think of transformation as these big moments, but transformation is also in the smaller moments.We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us on Instagram and Youtube at @tuympodcast…

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Biohacking: Part 2 -- CGM's, BREATH & BIOLOGICAL AGE TESTING, SLEEP TRACKERS, COOLING BED TOPPERS AND MORE! 46:55

6h ago46:55

46:55

BIOHACKING: PART 2 CGM's, BREATH & BIOLOGICAL AGE TESTING, SLEEP TRACKERS, COOLING BED TOPPERS AND MORE! Biohacking became a passion for me after my cancer journey in 2014 -- and I have ramped it up even more after my breast cancer recurrence in August 2024. I've been exploring new devices flooding the market, testing them out, and giving honest fe…

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082. Listbuilding Ads: The Cornerstone of Our Success 26:36

1h ago26:36

26:36

In today's episode, we're diving deep into one of my all time favorite topics: Facebook ads, and even more specifically: list building ads. I'm going deep on how building an email list around the clock, using these ads, is more efficient and cost-effective than any other strategy we deploy in our business to scale. I'll be share insights on... How …

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BONUS: Ask Me Anything -- Breast Cancer Recurrence Details, Guidance, Tips and Answers with Samantha and guest expert Dr. Jenn Simmons 1:22:53

10h ago1:22:53

1:22:53

ASK ME ANYTHING: My Breast Cancer Recurrence + Tips, Insights and More with Samantha & guest expert Dr. Jenn Simmons In August 2024, after 10 years being deemed cancer-free, a breast cancer recurrence hit me like a sledgehammer. Sharing on social media each step in these first few weeks from recurrence diagnosis through the first of two new surgeri…

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Our Brains, Cancer and Why Uric Acid Matters with guest expert David Perlmutter, MD. 44:00

1d ago44:00

44:00

Our Brains, Cancer and Why Uric Acid Matters with guest expert David Perlmutter, MD. Board-Certified Neurologist | NY Times bestselling author of the Grain Brain book series You may not realize this -- but uric acid (something I knew nothing about before my conversations with Dr. Perlmutter) is a something we should know about and care about. Yep, …

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196: Developing Your Jiu Jitsu Mindset Pt 2 31:57

4h ago31:57

31:57

How is your mental Jiu-Jitsu game? We continue our discussion of the book The Mental Edge: Maximize Your Sports Potential with the Mind-Body Connection. It’s one thing to just read the book. Tune in to learn how we plan to implement what we’ve learned from the book to make our Jiu-Jitsu better. The Highlight Reel (00:00) Why you should listen to Pt…

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081. The 120-Day Hiatus: Thriving Without Constant Content Creation 31:03

8d ago31:03

31:03

Today's episode addresses the age old question: Can you build a business without creating NEW core content every week... I have determined it's not as simple as yes or no, so, I recorded a full podcast episode on this topic for you... During the show we're gonna dive DEEP into some exciting things including... The (4) key things we shifted our focu…

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Cheers: When Coach AJ is your Hype Woman 0:15

14d ago0:15

0:15

Sometimes you just need a cheerleader as the voice in your head. Go get 'em! If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend! You can also leave us a 5 Star Rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3IHT3BNicukNtCVa3AAwBI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-and-the-gi/id1458389465?mt=2 Learn More about Roll Model Gr…

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That's My Gold Medal: A Jiu-Jitsu Affirmation 0:24

3d ago0:24

0:24

Here's another affirmation you can use to replace the negative voice in your head! Get out there and get your medal. You've got this! If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend! You can also leave us a 5 Star Rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3IHT3BNicukNtCVa3AAwBI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-an…

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You've Got This: A Jiu-Jitsu Affirmation 0:22

15h ago0:22

0:22

Shut down the negative voice in your head about your Jiu-Jitsu or anything else. Replace it with this message instead. Listen and repeat as needed! The video versions are also available on our YouTube channel as shorts. If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend! You can also leave us a 5 Star Rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts https://open.s…

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Squashing Your Stress Eating and Tools to Succeed 43:18

6m ago43:18

43:18

Squashing Your Stress Eating and Tools to Succeed Time to tackle stress eating and come out stronger with healthier habits to overcome this often frustrating habit. We will get raw -- this is an episode that will challenge you to dig a little deeper than you may be used to, face the action steps from a place of power, learn practical tips, and disc…

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195: Developing Your Jiu Jitsu Mindset 27:27

12d ago27:27

27:27

How much time have you spent working on the mental side of your Jiu-Jitsu game? Do you have practices in place to strengthen your mind and keep your focus? "The Mental Edge: Maximize Your Sports Potential with the Mind-Body Connection" by Kenneth Baum and Richard Trubo is the book that has inspired this episode. Coach Rachel Casias recommended this…

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Building Community Around a Yoga Class 53:45

27d ago53:45

53:45

Building Community Around a Yoga Class by Holy YogaBy Holy Yoga

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Beat Breast Cancer: The Functional Medicine Approach with guest expert Dr. Elizabeth Boham 34:37

23d ago34:37

34:37

BEAT BREAST CANCER: THE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE APPROACH with guest expert Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD Whether you're focused on cancer prevention, reducing risk of breast cancer recurrence, maintaining balanced blood sugar to mitigate chronic disease risk, or just looking to improve your overall health, there's something valuable here for everyone! I …

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Hormone Balance Breakdown & Taking Hold of Your Hormonal Health 42:30

30d ago42:30

42:30

Hormone Balance Breakdown! Duh! We know that hormonal health is super important for women, especially during perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause -- but what do we do about all the changes and how do we gain better control? These changes can really shake things up physically and mentally - so managing them is key to feeling your best. In th…

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194: Teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: What New Instructors Need to Know 28:05

21d ago28:05

28:05

What do you do when your coach asks you to teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the first time? Are you ready to run the class? The Highlight Reel (02:26) What makes a good Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor (08:15) Teaching to different skill levels, ages, and body types (10:52) Advice for teaching your first class (14:58) What if a higher rank is in class (…

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Fostering Community 1:05:10

1M ago1:05:10

1:05:10

This week Deb Blackburn joins us. She's the Community Support for Holy Yoga Collective.We reference the scripture Colossians 3:11-17 as we discuss what fostering community is.Books mentioned:Atlas of the HeartCultivating Communities of PracticeRaised to StayBy Holy Yoga

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The Cancer-Conquering Diet + Foods To Reduce Chronic Disease Risk with Dr. William Li 34:03

29d ago34:03

34:03

The cancer-conquering diet! Listen in. How can food actually really help your body heal itself from cancer, dementia, and other diseases? This is the episode that doesn't tell you what NOT to eat ... but what to be sure to INCLUDE in your regular dietary intake to achieve optimal health and reduce risk of chronic and neurodegenerative diseases. Our…

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#160 Dianna from Canada - NEW Update 5 Years Later - Continued Success With Heal Endometriosis Naturally & Wendy K Laidlaw 46:16

16d ago46:16

46:16

This week, Wendy K Laidlaw sits down with Dianna from Canada, a former student of the EndoBoss® Academy, to share an inspiring and heartwarming story that will resonate deeply with women who have been told they would never have children due to endometriosis. Dianna first shared her EndoBoss® success story in 2017, gave us an encouraging update in 2…

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Biohacking: Part 1 -- Infrared Saunas, Intermittent Fasting, Red Light Therapy & PEMF Mats 1:15:28

1M ago1:15:28

1:15:28

Biohacking: Part 1 (**Be sure to look for Part 2 dropping later this season!) Did you know there are modalities that can lengthen and healthify your life by hacking your unique biology, then making lifestyle and habit adjustments? There are so many ways to biohack your health -- this is where science meets your unique biology mixed with self-experi…

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193: Takedowns to Takeaways: On and Off the Mat Lessons from Roll Model Grappling Camp 2024 18:00

2M ago18:00

18:00

We share our big takeaways and lessons from this year’s Roll Model Grappling Camp. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the camp was curated to foster both Jiu-Jitsu skill development and a strong sense of community among women practitioners. This year’s theme was "A rising tide raises all ships," a phrase AJ often employs to emphasize the power of …

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Heal Your Gut in 3 Steps with guest expert Dr. Will Bulsiewicz 37:34

2M ago37:34

37:34

Heal your gut in 3 Steps with guest expert Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Is your gut giving you trouble? Do you have food sensitivities? Do you just want to feel even better? Ready to find out exactly how your microbiome can function FOR you and how can YOU make it optimal with three small steps ? Listen in, as you'll discover how many of your daily symptoms…

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Is My Practice Worship? 53:15

2M ago53:15

53:15

Join the hosts and their guest, Sam, as they talk about worship. They answer the questions: What is worship?Is my yoga practice worship?What does it mean to worship?By Holy Yoga

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192: Elevate Your Jiu-Jitsu Faster with Better Note Taking 19:33

2M ago19:33

19:33

How can you elevate your Jiu-Jitsu faster? Take notes! This episode is packed with actionable practices to enhance your retention, refine your skills, and improve your overall Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We are big believers in the power of taking notes and keeping a Jiu-Jitsu journal to improve your Jiu-Jitsu. This episode was inspired by a recent blog p…

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Simplicity 52:27

2M ago52:27

52:27

Hosts Jen, Mia, and Kelsey are joined with Holy Yoga Instructor Trainer, Nakia. Join them as they dive into Micah 6:8 and talk about simplicity with the Lord and how we can make it complicated.By Holy Yoga

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191: Gameplans and Growth Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu Competition Training Camp 29:35

3M ago29:35

29:35

How much planning, preparation, and practice have you committed to the first 30 seconds of your match? Taking control and setting the tone of your match by focusing on the first 30 seconds was just one of of the big lessons from our recent adventure to attend Rachel Casias’ competition training camp. Training camps are transformative experiences. T…

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#159 Go To The Healing Mat With Julie Hegarty 1:10:03

3M ago1:10:03

1:10:03

Welcome to this week's episode of our podcast, where Wendy K. Laidlaw sits down with the lovely special guest Julie Hegarty from Ireland. Julie shares her inspiring journey of healing many abdominal problems, including Crohn's Disease, by making key lifestyle changes and incorporating yoga into her daily routine. Listen in as she discusses her pass…

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Let's Talk About Burnout 1:05:37

3M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

Join us as we discuss everything around burnout. How does it happen, what do we do when it happens, and how can we move past it.By Holy Yoga

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How to Stop Overeating 54:04

3M ago54:04

54:04

How to stop over-eating??!? Found yourself snacking when you're actually just thirsty? Eating mindlessly in front of the TV every night? Gorging when you really didn't even want a particular food? Yeah, it happens more often than you might think to the best of us! Emotional triggers and those tricky "thirst vs. hunger" signals -- dive in to find ou…

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190: Finding Your Stand-Up Game in Jiu-Jitsu 31:10

3M ago31:10

31:10

How confident are you in your stand-up game? It’s a question that often goes unasked, but it’s one that can make a significant difference in your Jiu-Jitsu practice. Do you have a go-to takedown? Are you a guard puller? Understanding and developing your stand-up game is crucial for a well-rounded Jiu-Jitsu practice. If you don’t have a go-to takedo…

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The Sabbath 56:20

3M ago56:20

56:20

Join the hosts, Jen, Megan, Mia, & Kelsey as they talk about sabbath rest. They talk through the scripture Mark 2:27.By Holy Yoga

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#158 - Questions, Questions, Questions 38:40

3M ago38:40

38:40

This week, Wendy and her Head Coach, Maxine, discuss the critical importance of asking questions. As the Danish proverb goes, "Better to ask twice than to lose your way once." On your EndoBoss® journey, you will encounter various characters and personalities. Some may seem helpful but are actually like wolves in sheep's clothing. Others might prete…

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189: Grace, Growth, and Getting Back on the Mat After an Absence 28:15

3M ago28:15

28:15

Jen is back from Greece and her two week break from Jiu-Jitsu. This episode was recorded after her first day back on the mats. It was a doozy. This episode is packed full of thoughts on intention and managing expectations. Chapters (00:00) Introduction (02:11) The challenge of returning to Jiu-Jitsu after a long break (05:52) When you feel like you…

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Fasting for Fat Burning + Taming the Inflammation Fire with Dr. Will Cole 37:45

4M ago37:45

37:45

This is about so much more than just weight loss. It's about overall optimal health AND longevity. How do we smoothly switch from burning sugar to burning fat in our bodies? Metabolic flexibility is essential for overall health and to tame the inflammation fire that leads to chronic disease. We've dive in today with functional medicine doctor & pra…

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Toxic Cleaning & Ridding Your Home of Harmful Chemicals 56:17

3M ago56:17

56:17

EMPOWERING YOURSELF TO CREATE A TOXIN-FREE HOME Creating a toxin-free home is more than just a trend, it’s a crucial step towards ensuring a HEALTHIER LIVING ENVIRONMENT for you and your loved ones. The importance of maintaining a home that is free from harmful chemicals cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts our health and wellbeing. By taki…

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How to live to age 100 and beyond with guest expert Dan Buettner (The Blue Zones) 43:19

4M ago43:19

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How to live to age 100 and beyond with guest expert DAN BUETTNER. LONGEVITY EXPERT, AWARD-WINNING JOURNALIST and AUTHOR, THE BLUE ZONES. Ever wonder how the people in the longest lived area of the world live past 100 -- and all while still able-bodied with strong minds and truly happy? Want to know how they eat, live and focus their daily habits to…

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Plant-Based Made Easy + Why THIS Needs to be Your Food Foundation 49:13

4M ago49:13

49:13

PLANT-BASED EATING MADE EASY! What does it really mean to be plant-based? Why does it matter for you if you are not focused on a whole, plant-forward way of thinking? And how does being whole-food, plant-centric fit into the bigger picture of our overall health and well-being? Must you be exclusively plant-based? No. Ideally, it should be your foun…

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Fasting for Menopause, Hormone Health & Gut Health with Dr. Amy Shah 36:44

4M ago36:44

36:44

FASTING AS FAST AS WE CAN ...for Hormone and Gut Health! What does time restricted eating have to do with menopause, weight control, gut health and optimal health? Known as the Fasting MD with more than 1 million followers on Instagram, Dr. Amy Shah is also the author of I'm So Effing Hungry. Why should almost all of us fast? Don't worry ... It's n…

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Nix Toxic Relationships & How to Build a Positive Mindset 46:29

4M ago46:29

46:29

NIX TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS & HOW TO BUILD A POSITIVE MINDSET How do we know when to cut the cord on certain relationships or friendships? Who's detracting from our best health ("Life Takers"/"Negative Nellys") and how do we mitigate that while also reinforcing a positive support squad? Join me for lots of tips, advice and actionable steps you can star…

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Meditation Made Easy with Global Spiritual Leader & Peace Envoy GuruDev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar 36:23

4M ago36:23

36:23

Finally be able to meditate more easily -- with world-renown Gurudev! NOT TO MISS!!!!!! With more than 5.5 million worldwide followers on Facebook and another 2.6 million on Instagram ... this is a very special episode -- because Gurudev does not have time between negotiating world peace (literally!) and guiding millions at in-person events in Indi…

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Toxic Beauty Reboot + Easy Clean Swaps -- What's in Your Makeup Bag May Harm You More Than You Realize 47:04

4M ago47:04

47:04

Is toxic beauty burdening your makeup bag? Are your haircare products filled with carcinogens, endocrine disruptors and neurotoxins? How to understand the ingredients in, then remove the toxins from, your personal care products that are overtaking your best health efforts. It's time to TAKE THE TOXINS OUT of your makeup and beauty care routine. Wha…

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What is a leader? 45:05

4M ago45:05

45:05

This week we are joined by Holy Yoga founder, Brooke Beardall.Brooke has been developing leaders for 18 years and she shares her wisdom and what she's learned.We invite you to join Brooke in her Ignite Leadership Development next fall with Holy Yoga.& get 18% off until the 18th this month.*discount applied at checkout.https://hubs.ly/Q02x9ZKp0…

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Your Key to Energy & Weight Loss by Mastering Blood Sugar -- with the Glucose Goddess, Jessie Inchauspé 35:38

4M ago35:38

35:38

Glucose regulation is KEY to optimal health and reducing chronic disease risk. Bonus? Weight loss and improved energy! Guest expert Jessie Inchauspé joins us to dive into how to succeed and hacks to make it happen with ease. (Nope, and even not asking you to quit all sugar! We've got you covered!) Is the order by which you eat your food spiking you…

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The Healthiest Healthy Basics You Need to Know (and Welcome to My Podcast!) 46:12

4M ago46:12

46:12

WELCOME to my new podcast!!! THIS is going to get you ready to embrace your healthiest life yet. Breast cancer at age 40 blindsided me in 2014. Today, I share how what I have learned can help you reduce your risk of chronic diseases and how even better health is within reach with these small, manageable steps! Cancer blindsided me but then took me …

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Introduction & Welcome + Quick Details & Hello!!! 5:05

4M ago5:05

5:05

WELCOME!!!!! I could not be more excited to launch this podcast and share with you so many easy, actionable and fun ways to take even better control over your wellness and future health outcomes. This is just a quick hello and brief description of what you will hear, learn and get excited about while listening in to the Your Healthiest Healthy: Pod…

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188: Brown Belt Jennifer Risser! 32:22

4M ago32:22

32:22

We are announcing the 4th instructor for this year's Roll Model Grappling Camp in Indianapolis. If you've been listening for a while, then you've heard Risser on the podcast as a co-host. You're in for a treat with this episode because now Risser is the one answering the questions! Connect with Risser on Instagram @jrizzinthehizz If you Love the Po…

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What Does It Mean to Take Up Your Mat? 39:29

4M ago39:29

39:29

Join the hosts as they dive into what it means to take up your mat and what to expect from this podcast.By Holy Yoga

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080. Creating Accessibility In Your Business with Anna HeardinLondon 44:40

5M ago44:40

44:40

Join me and my friend Anna for a conversation about accessibility in in business. From those with financial hardships, to those who need support in reading or viewing our information - how do we account for access in what we do? Anna share's her business model and how she serves a breadth of socioeconomics by creating access in her programs! When y…

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187: Taking Time to Look Back and Celebrate Milestones 26:53

4M ago26:53

26:53

Are you taking time to celebrate your growth, milestones, and victories, whether big or small? It’s so easy to move on to the next thing without taking time to revel in the joy of your accomplishment. Slow down. Reflect. Celebrate. We are doing just that in this episode. The podcast turned 5 years old and has reached the 100,000 downloads milestone…

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186: Do You Feel Pressure to Bring Value When Rolling with a Higher Rank? 17:09

5M ago17:09

17:09

Do you feel pressure to bring “value” when rolling with a higher rank? From brand-new white belts to experienced black belts, we all bring unique value to the mat. Seeing the value we bring can be especially tricky when you’re new to grappling. It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you’re learning a move for the first time, then you go to drill it, and…

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