Today's interview is with one of my favorite people, Nat Hoos. I have been watching Nat on Instagram crush her fitness journey and better her life. She was able to turn her life around and go from party girl to beast mode (hence the episode name!). She gives some great tangible tips of how she is able to stay on track with her goals even when others are not on the same path as her.

More about Nat:
 She is a fun loving nanny who loves fitness and helping others. If they are willing to put the work in, she is willing to help out! Nat was able to turn her life around using fitness.

Come hang with me on Instagram:
✨ @Pink_Fit13

People referenced in this episode:
✨ Nat Instagram: @Nataliegermane
✨ Nat's Trainer, Alex Nunez Instagram: @alexnunez515

 Quotes in this episode:
✨ "I love seeing people do things and bettering themselves" - Nat Hoos
✨ "While I am working out, I think a lot, it is like therapy for me" - Nat Hoos
✨ "It has taken me years to get where I am today, not just physically but mentally." - Nat Hoos

Topic or speaker suggestions?
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Sometimes you meet the most interesting people when you travel alone that you may have never run into if you were with other people. This episode, I talk about the amazing Gloria and our time together in Minnesota. 

Exciting news from this episode! Starting July 6, this podcast will be releasing weekly instead of bi-weekly!!

Come hang with me on Instagram:
 ✨ @Pink_Fit13

Fun things referenced in this episode:
 ✨  Gooseberry Falls State Park

✨  Gooseberry Falls on AllTrails

✨ Touron : Tourist Moron

✨ Book:  Death in Yellowstone by Lee H. Whittlesey

Quotes in this episode:
 ✨ “Solo travel not only pushes you out of your comfort zone, it also pushes you out of the zone of others’ expectations.” - Suzy Strutner

Topic or speaker suggestions?
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We did another episode for Mental Health Awareness Month and I am with Vicki Custer, Licensed Counselor and Coach. We talk about the misconception around therapy and shut down the old way of thinking that 'therapy is for crazy people' - therapy is for anyone! We also talk about how to find a therapist. 

About Vicki: From her Website, linked below

"Hi, my name is Vicki Custer and I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 14 years of experience as a therapist and coach. I feel passionate about helping others make difficult decisions/transitions in their lives, whether it be a change or uncertainty in their career, leaving a marriage or problematic relationship, or any other major life decision. Life transitions often cause anxiety, depression, changes in moods, and in many cases, insomnia.

I know how you feel. I took that risk myself, leaving a secure job in Corporate America after 18 years to change my career to become a therapist. I understand the fear of making a decision that you may regret, and the daunting process of change. I also have many years of experience treating anxiety, depression and a variety of other mental health issues."

Come hang with me on Instagram:
✨ @Pink_Fit13

People referenced in this episode:
✨ Vicki Website: https://vickicuster.com/

Fun things referenced in this episode:

✨ Phycology Today > Therapist

✨ Before He Cheats - Carrie Underwood

✨ Tony Soprano Therapist: Jennifer Melfi

Quotes in this episode:
✨ “Someone to tell it to is one of the fundamental needs of human beings." - Miles Franklin

Topic or speaker suggestions?

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Today's interview is with my amazing cousin Jen Leahy! This is such a great interview, in this episode talk about her amazing trips to Colorado as well as some experiences she had while hiking. We also go a lot into mental health and her routine and how that is important to her mental state; which I personally feel like it is appropriate since we are in Mental Health Awareness Month. Jen is a ball of sunshine, let me know if you vibe with this episode!

About Jen:

Jen is new to the knitting world and is currently obsessed with making baby hats. She is also a kindergarten teacher and is officially back in the classroom. I tagged all of her information below, make sure to give her a follow!

Come hang with me on Instagram:
✨ @Pink_Fit13

People referenced in this episode:
✨ Jen Instagram: @JenniferJLeahy

✨ Facebook: Jen Leahy

✨Facebook Page: KnitNacsForUs

✨ Etsy Page: KnitNacsForUs

Fun things referenced in this episode:

✨14ers: 14,000 foot high mountains

✨ McCullough Gulch Trail

✨ Quandary Peak Trail

Quotes in this episode:
✨ “May those who love us, love us; and those who don't love us, may god turn their hearts; and if He doesn't turn their hearts, may He turn their ankles so we'll know them by their limping." - Irish Blessing

✨ Quote Spoken by Jen's Father and my Uncle: James Allen Leahy; July 30, 1961 - January 18, 2015

Topic or speaker suggestions?
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Please make the subject "Adventure Certified"

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. In this bonus episode I share my personal experience with therapy - not only how I ended up going to therapy but how it helped me in my life. I go over my past toxic relationships and statistics behind Mental Illness to help you realize that you are never alone. 

Come hang with me on Instagram:
✨ @Pink_Fit13

Fun things referenced in this episode:
✨ https://www.nami.org/mhstats

Quotes in this episode:
✨ “I finally realized that owning up to your vulnerabilities is a form of strength. And making the choice to go to therapy is a form of strength.” - Lizzo

Topic or speaker suggestions?
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Please make the subject "Adventure Certified"

It is time for us to take a detox, a social media detox. Even though social media is amazing for building connections and community - but sometimes we just need to take a break and be more present. 

Come hang with me on Instagram:
 ✨ @Pink_Fit13

Fun things referenced in this episode:
 ✨ Episode 1: Going Solo

• https://adventurecertified.libsyn.com/episode-1-going-solo

✨Episode 13: Honor Yourself

•  https://adventurecertified.libsyn.com/episode-13-honor-yourself

Quotes in this episode:
 ✨ “In a world of algorithms, hashtags and followers, know the true importance of human connection.” - Mama Tribe Marketplace

Topic or speaker suggestions?
  Shoot me an email: [email protected]
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I learned something while playing a video game with my nephew recently - and we all need to learn how to honor ourselves. We are a priority and it is so important to ensure we are honoring ourselves and implementing self care into our regular routine. This is something that I need to work on myself as well - so let's do it together!

Come hang with me on Instagram:
✨ @Pink_Fit13

Fun things referenced in this episode:
✨Pac-Man Entertainment, Schaumburg IL

• https://www.pacmanentertainment.com/

✨ Episode 4 - I Quit [Adventure Certified]

• https://adventurecertified.libsyn.com/episode-4-i-quit

✨ Treat Yo Self - Parks and Rec

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AU0h7TlZGO4

Quotes in this episode:
✨ “They cannot take away our self-respect if we do not give it to them.” - Mahatma Gandhi

Topic or speaker suggestions?
 Shoot me an email: [email protected]
Please make the subject "Adventure Certified"

Here is our very first interview episode! Very excited to interview my good friend Robin Miralgio! She has so much energy, she talks about her experience and what traveling has done for her mental health. She also touches on traveling alone verses traveling with other people.

More about Robin:

Robin holds a Bachelor in Science and has a passion for traveling, nature, sustainability and plant-based cooking. Her goal is to explore every National Park in the United States and to share her love, knowledge and experiences of her travels and all things she is passionate about!

Come hang with me on Instagram:
✨ @Pink_Fit13

Fun things referenced in this episode:
✨ National Parks Referenced: Glacier, Grand Tetons
✨ Passport Book

✨ Been App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/been/id680148327]

Quotes in this episode:
✨ “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Saint Augustine

Topic or speaker suggestions?
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I recorded this short episode right after listening to a workshop with the powerhouse speaker Judi Holler, she is so inspiring and reminded me that we need to not live a life of resentment and live our damn life. Do what YOU want and take that action. You got this!

Come hang with me on Instagram:
✨ @Pink_Fit13

People Referenced:

✨ Judi Holler

✨ Bestselling Author, Fear Is My Homeboy

✨ Find her on Instagram @judiholler

Topic or speaker suggestions?
 Shoot me an email: [email protected]
Please make the subject "Adventure Certified"

In this episode I talk about how I learned that the one thing I am very passionate about, I SUCKed at it! My very first Colorado experience and how I overcame sucking at first and turned that into a learning experience. So excited to have you here with you, I am truly blessed!

Come hang with me on Instagram:
 ✨ @Pink_Fit13

Fun things referenced in this episode:
 ✨ AllTrails App
✨  Grays and Torrey's Peak

Quotes in this episode:
 ✨ “Dude, sucking at something is the first step to becoming sorta good at something” – Jake the Dog (Adventure Time S1E25)

Topic or speaker suggestions?
  Shoot me an email: [email protected]
 Please make the subject "Adventure Certified"