Powered By Constantly Varied Gear Kelsea and Rachael explore and challenge conventional standards surrounding women's wellbeing. Episode favorites: EP15: Abs Aren't Made in the Kitchen EP159: Be Bad at Something and Enjoy It Leave the Podcast a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheThickThighsSaveLivesPodcast Join the CVG Nation app: https://www.constantlyvariedgear.com/pages/cvg-nation-app or search CVG Nation in your phone's app store. Join our group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4161 ...
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It's time for "Thick Thighs & Confident Vibes"! (Formerly: Life's too short for Weight Watchers.) I am your host, Randi Cox, a certified health and life coach looking to help moms actually enjoy life! Don't let life (or motherhood) kick you in the ass! Instead, be a kick-ass mom! This is a non-diet, body-acceptance, mom-life podcast. If you are looking to learn how to increase your self-confidence, turn down the mean girls living rent-free in your head, get off the diet roller coaster, or fi ...
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Does murder and mystery, intrigue you? Or maybe you find crime quite the curiosity? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Sit down each week with co-hosts Shaina and Terra as we smoke a little, laugh a lot and dive into all the morbid mishaps. We will not sugarcoat or censor any of the details. Tune in, or you might regret it. Be warned listener discretion is advised.
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S10 EP27 Reframing Weight Loss Surgery with Dr. Teresa LaMasters
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Teresa LaMasters, MD, FACS, FASMBS, DABOM, DABS-FPMBS, a highly qualified professional with expertise in the medical management of obesity, joins us today to answer your questions about weight loss surgery and weight loss medicine. Among her many accolades, she is the Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at UnityPoint Clinic Weight Loss Specialist…
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S10 EP26: Free Yourself From the Overstimulation Productivity Trap
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Do you feel overstimulated and underwhelmed at the same time? Like there’s so much coming at you, but you still feel empty somehow? Overstimulation can be like trying to nap on a trampoline in the middle of a birthday party. There are SO many ways in our somewhat comfy, modern world to become overstimulated. In today’s episode we take a look at why…
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S10 EP25: Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Eating Disorders Explained by Rachel Rifkin
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You asked us: Everyone says to love your body, but how? We invited Rachel Rifkin, LMHC, CEDS, and Associate Director of Support Groups for the National Alliance for Eating Disorders to the podcast to answer your questions and explain what BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder) is and talk openly about eating disorders. Rachel is a licensed mental health co…
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S10 EP24: Does Venting Actually Make You Feel Better?
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Let’s get this right out there..venting IS complaining. Same thing. On average people complain 15-30 times per day. Imagine if we laughed 30 times a day? Ask yourself: does venting really make you feel better? Venting has been called a healthy behavior but we are going to challenge that today with some neuroscience. We agree venting is a behavior…a…
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S10 EP23: #WaterTok: Hydration or Sensation?
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Is hydration creation your thing? Unicorn cotton candy water is a thing now and we are questioning, once again, how did we get here? Today we are looking at the latest health and hydration trend to hit the interwebs: #Watertok. It has over 220 million views and some of the leading influencers have over a million followers. We all know water is vita…
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S10 EP22: How to Listen to Your Body with the Biohacker Babes
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Our biohacking journey has naturally led us to Renee Belz and Lauren Sambataro, lovingly known as the Biohacker Babes, another sister duo out there dedicated to empowering people all over the world. They want YOU to feel your best. We all want that right? But it can feel overwhelming with all the nuances, the options, and the products when it comes…
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49 - Soul Centered Communication with Maggie Reyes
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In the episode, I hang out with Maggie Reyes, a Master Certified Life Coach and Modern Marriage Mentor who specializes in helping driven and ambitious women create their best marriages without waiting for their partners to change or adding more work to their lives.We’re diving into "Soul Centered Communication," a way to keep those tricky chats rea…
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S10 EP21: Biohacking with Steam & Ice: It’s Unlike Anything Else
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Home sweet home. Sometimes it’s just more economical or convenient to stay home. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still take steps to feeling more alive than you ever have from the comfort of home. Today we are talking about hot and cold therapy, but not the gel pack you put in your microwave or freezer. Come on, this is Part 4 of the biohacking ser…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back and Happy 4th of July with the holiday popping (in more than one way) we decided to mix things up and share cases that happened over the holiday weekend and in recent years. Is it fireworks or gunfire? What's America without explosives and mass murder?By Thick Thighs & Murder Vibes
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S10 EP20: You Asked: How Do I Stop Stress Eating?
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One of our most asked questions is: How do I stop stress eating? We have the answer! But we also have the anti-answer. Confused? Stress eating is absolutely a behavior that we can exhibit in an unbalanced way, but it's also NOT an unnatural behavior or something that makes you broken. Guess what..turning to food as a form of comfort or joy is compl…
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48 - This is why you hate your body, and five steps to change that.
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In this episode, I dive into the deep end of body acceptance and body image, just in time for summer. Have you found yourself caught in the cycle of wanting to ditch dieting yet feeling the urge to diet when it’s time to wear a bathing suit? You’re not alone. Summer is about making epic memories—adding that cute dress to your cart, riding bikes to …
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S10 EP19: How to Biohack Menopause with Zora Benhamou
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Welcome to Part 3 of our journey into biohacking. If you missed parts one and two, no worries, this isn’t about a distant galaxy far, far away, it’s all about YOU! Today we focus on a topic relevant to women under 50, and women over 50: Menopause. (And not just women approaching 50, you should know this at ANY AGE!) We have a remarkable guest on th…
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47 - Worthy of Pleasure with Jill Lissner
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In today's episode, we're diving into the surprising parallels between sex and dieting—two hot topics often tangled up in stigma and misinformation. We're here to bust those myths wide open and reveal how societal norms mess with our views on sexual health, pleasure, identity, body image, and self-acceptance. Join me and Jill Lissner as we challeng…
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Send us a Text Message. We are here we are high and we have the crimes to tell you about. Tune in to hear about William 'Clyde' Gibson and the crimes that he committed. Play true crime trivia with us and see if you can out smart your co hosts. Grab your weed and your snacks and relax with your weekly dose of TTMV.…
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S10 EP18: Your Burning Questions Answered
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As always, YOU are the star of this podcast. That’s why we asked for YOUR questions. And hey, thanks for SO MANY great ones! Of course, we couldn’t get to all of them in one episode. And some questions will be the focus of entire upcoming podcasts. Today we focus on a handful including a discussion on BCAAs, how to tighten loose skin on the stomach…
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Let's go CAMPING! Listen here to get the deep dive into all things Women in the Wild! I break down every detail you need to know about this super great weekend and why you should go camping with me. I Chitty Chat about: 🎧My personal journey and why this camp is so important to me 🎧The 5 reasons you need to be there 🎧 All the delicious food and empo…
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Send us a Text Message. We are back with Season 3 and boy do we have some shit to tell you. The last month or so has bee a wild ride for your co-hosts but all bullshit aside we are back and so glad to be in the studio again! This week we celebrate Father's Day but with a case that was originally for Mother's Day (apologies) Shaina takes us inside t…
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S10 EP17: Why Don’t You Trust Yourself? We Thought We Should Ask You Again
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Have you ever joked about not trusting yourself? Most of us have when confronted with something we told ourselves we wouldn’t do. This episode was originally aired in 2022 and it’s worth revisiting because breaking promises we make with ourselves feels bad and the summer can be especially challenging when it comes to showing up for yourself. So let…
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45 - There isn't a title great enough for this episode!
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This episode had so many nuggets that I couldn't decide on a title to encompass all of its greatness; I sit down with the incredible Lindsay Austin, a 500-registered yoga teacher with a special superpower: she truly sees you. We dive deep into the realities of motherhood, tackling the pervasive issue of mom guilt and sharing practical tips for navi…
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S10 EP16: How to Enjoy Summer AND Keep Your Fitness Routine
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Summer can be a real blast! And depending on where you live, it can be short. And in your attempt to soak in every minute of sunshine, your fitness routine may end up playing second fiddle. But hold on, you’ve worked so hard up to this point. Don’t let summer be the beginning of the end of 2024’s fitness and nutrition goals, because RIGHT NOW is wh…
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Today, we’re rethinking self-care beyond the typical advice. Instead of quick fixes like candles and matcha, real self-care addresses the systemic burdens, especially on women. We carry the unpaid labor and mental load, managing kids, elderly care, and household chores, often leading to burnout. True self-care isn’t just about meditation or yoga; i…
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S10 EP15: NCAA and WNBA Superstar Jackie Stiles On Fitness and Paying It Forward
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Today’s guest, Jackie Stiles, is one of the most renowned basketball players in the history of the women's game. Did we mention that Jackie is 5’8” and from a small Kansas town, population 600? Against all odds Jackie rose to stardom because of her heart, her determination, and unwavering work ethic. Her story is truly inspiring. In today's episode…
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43 - Being the Good Girl With Megan Gillman
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Welcome to Thick Thighs & Confident Vibes, let's dive into a deeply loving conversation with Megan Gillman, an amazing life coach specializing in helping highly motivated, high-achieving women navigate the stress, overwhelm, and burnout commonly associated with perfectionism. Megan shares her story in a very real way that all moms will relate to an…
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S10 EP14: Bodybuilding: The Good, the Bad, and the Functional
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In today's episode we talk about traditional bodybuilding, the go-to training for aesthetic based changes in body composition. Yes, we have qualms with the methodology, with the dieting, and with the huge focus on body fat that can lead to disordered body image & eating habits.. BUT! We aren’t here to bash bodybuilding. There's some GREAT stuff abo…
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42 - A Lesson in Perfectionism from my Dentist
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In this episode, I share a surprising lesson learned from an unexpected place – the dentist's chair. Discover how my routine dental visit turned into a revelation about perfectionism and the power of a 'good enough' mindset. I'll dive into how setting modest, achievable goals in our health routines can be the key to long-term success. Let's chitty-…
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S10 EP13: Biohacking Part 2: Red Light Therapy
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Welcome back to Biohacking! In today's episode, Kelsea and Rachael take a look into the "therapeutic window" of the Electromagnetic Spectrum and the benefits of light therapy. We know that different wavelengths of light have different therapeutic effects on the body, and as the wavelength increases, the deeper the light penetrates. Today, Kelsea an…
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41 - Weight Gain, CrossFit, and New Dad Life - With Jonny Landels
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In this episode, we dive into an insightful conversation with Jonny Landels, a former diet-culture-obsessed fat loss coach who has transformed into an intuitive eating coach and Health at Every Size (HAES) advocate. Jonny shares his personal journey from fighting his body to embracing a holistic and compassionate approach to health and fitness. He …
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S10 EP12: Chemicals in YOUR Food that May Be Banned Soon
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Hot off the press: Gatorade could be banned in multiple states if its recipe isn't changed! Hold the phone! But isn’t gatorade what you give your kid after a game because you know they’ll drink it? It’s way more fun than water and it has electrolytes! Right? Ok maybe you kinda knew that something was up with it and anything that color is kinda SUS.…
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40 - How to Embrace Spirituality on your Non-diet Journey - With Holly Toscanini
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Holly's journey is one of transformation, from battling the relentless pursuit of the "perfect body" to discovering self-acceptance, worth, and freedom beyond appearance. Now, she's on a mission to help women reclaim their innate value, embrace their bodies as they are, and prioritize their well-being. We chitty-chat about: 🎧 insights on how to bre…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on TTMV we get educated about the case Colleen Ritzer and the unspeakable crimes her 14 year old student Philip Chism committed against her. We also unleash True Crime Trivia!!! Play along at home and see if you can outsmart your podcast hosts.By Thick Thighs & Murder Vibes
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S10 EP11: Depression Warrior Katie Zornes is Here!
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Meet Katie Zornes! She calls herself a depression warrior and we call her an inspiration! Katie struggled with loss, grief, and depression early on. Have you heard the saying that time heals everything? We've heard it too, and it's BS. As many of us know, it's quite possible to do the things we need to get done and to look just fine doing them, whi…
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Let's debate with our latest episode: 'Spanx: Comfort or Conform?' I help peel back the layers of shapewear culture, exploring its impact on why you are choosing to wear these undies. Join me as I dish out the real talk on whether Spanx is helping or hindering your pursuit of a non-diet life, examining the intentions behind donning or ditching the …
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Send us a Text Message. We are back in week 9 with the case of Naoyuki Kanno, the Japanese man was found dead in a septic pipe in the middle of winter. Have a listen to find out how he got there.By Thick Thighs & Murder Vibes
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S10 EP10: Biohacking Part 1: What IS Biohacking?
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Remember all those movies where the kid manages to hack into the mainframe of some forbidden organization? Maybe we didn't exactly understand how typing in all those ones and zeroes did the job but it was exciting right? Well, imagine YOU are the kid and the mainframe is your body! Taking control of your own health and wellness through biohacking i…
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38 - Repairing your Relationship with Movement - With Kiely Shutt
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Step into the world of movement with the latest podcast episode! Join me and Kiely Shutt as we redefine what "counts" as movement and explore why traditional fitness spaces often fall short for fat folks. Special guest Kiely, an ACE-certified personal trainer, dives deep into the barriers faced by plus-size individuals in the fitness world and how …
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Send us a Text Message. This week on TTMV we unpack the suitcase of Sarah Boone (be careful, her boyfriend is in there).By Thick Thighs & Murder Vibes
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S10 EP9: Our Top 5 Favorite Core Exercises
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Let’s start with the good news: NO MORE CRUNCHES! And the bad news: hey, no bad news here! We do talk about some of the ridiculous ways we’ve all tried to get washboard abs in this episode but let’s keep them in the past. Instead of hyperfocusing on those six glorious rectus abdominis bumps, we are going to hone in on your entire CORE, because we w…
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Get ready for a sweet adventure on our latest episode: "Help! My kid is addicted to sugar!" 🍬 We're diving deep into the sugar craze, but hold on tight because we're about to bust some myths! Join us as we unravel the truth behind those notorious rat studies and why they're not as accurate as you might think. In the episode: 🎧Why your kid might see…
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Send us a Text Message. Get ready to cringe! Not only do we have an update about Chad Daybell as his trial is underway. but thanks to a listener suggestion Shaina dug up all the details she could find about Brian Cohee Jr. a young adult who "just wanted to know what murder felt like" and showed no remorse for his actions.…
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S10 EP8: Would You Tell Your 5 Year Old To Diet?
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Moms, do you criticize your body in front of your kids, then tell them to love themselves? If you say one thing but do another, they aren’t fooled. And the little ones are always watching you. We are not here to shame you. We are here to remind you of how important you are!... now, and for the next generation of women. Do you want your daughter to …
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36 - Making a home out of you with Ginelle Testa
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Join me for an inspiring episode featuring Ginelle Testa, a queer, sober author of the upcoming book, “Make a Home Out of You: A Memoir.” We delve into Ginelle's unique journey, where she shares her love of cornhole and how she transformed her perspective on movement. From leaving AA to attending fat camp, Ginelle opens up about the highs and lows …
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Original Mean Girls - The Murder of Shanda Sharer
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Send us a Text Message. We are back with another guest host! Sara is with us this week while Terra unveils all the dark details behind the murder of a 12 year old girl who was brutally tortured and killed by a group of teenage girls...don't forget your box of tissues for this one.. Warning: This episode contains graphic depictions. Listener discret…
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S10 EP7: You Are Worthy! Rock the Boat with Guest Amy Green Smith
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Our guest today, Amy Green Smith wants you to know: You are not a fraud. You are not uniquely broken. Your voice matters. But to believe all this, you must first know that you are worthy. Amy is a life coach, a hypnotherapist, and personal empowerment expert, but mostly, an amazing human. She’s also the host of the Bold-Faced Truth Podcast and the …
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Dive into another episode of "Thick Thighs and Confident Vibes" with your lively host, Randi Cox! Get ready for a neon-filled journey as I *vulnerably* share my vibrant path to self-discovery and entrepreneurship.From the days crunching numbers as an estimator to the enlightening moments in yoga teacher training, this episode takes you on a rollerc…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back and Happy Easter! Your lovely co-hosts started this gig a year ago and we are happy to still be going strong. (Breaks and all) this week Shaina tells the chilling tale of the Bunny Man.By Thick Thighs & Murder Vibes
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S10 EP6: We Said F*ck the Scale and Eileen Hittle Listened. Hear Her Story.
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Our special guest, Eileen Hittle joined our Fitness Programming by CVG Facebook group in 2018. She thinks she found CVG by chance but Kelsea calls it fate. At the time, Eileen had a two month old baby and she was struggling with the changes in her body and her self-esteem was low. Six years later she is in a very different place, thanks to her reso…
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Send us a Text Message. It's been a while but we are back at it! Joining us in the studio this week is Jason, who will be sharing the story he wrote about Marvin John Heemeyer AKA Killdozer and we are not talking about the popular song by Kim Dracula (although this story is the inspiration).By Thick Thighs & Murder Vibes
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S10 EP5: Hydrogen Water: Blowing Bubbles or Blowing Smoke?
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Everyone is talking about hydrogen infused water. Why? Because the benefits of drinking it may include increased energy, reduced inflammation, decreased recovery times, and even disease prevention! Those are some pretty big claims, right? In this episode, Kelsea and Rachael get down with the science and discuss the newest data studies surrounding h…
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S10 EP4: It's Not About Me! Or Is It? Find Out with Guest Frederik Imbo
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Do you often feel attacked by other people’s comments? Do you know that there’s a way to NOT take things personally? If you don’t already know him, we want you to meet the very impressive Frederik Imbo, who joins us today from Belgium. He is an expert in communication and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, who has dedicated his life to helping people tr…
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S10 EP3: The Biggest Fitness Blunders We've All Made
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Do you go in and out of fitness like a Hulu subscription? Do you call running out of the gym in the rain to get to your car a “cool-down”? Do you fit in as much cardio as humanly possible on your lunch break before returning to work? Most of all, do you feel like you keep breaking promises to yourself? It's ok. We got you! Because WE’VE BEEN THERE.…
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