Super special guest star, Ashley Hiben, joins the podcast this week to talk about all things health and wellness. She has spent more than 10 years in the fitness industry, working with clients of all ages, genders, fitness levels, and health statuses. Ashley was even voted Class Pass Instructor of the Year in 2018 (yes, she's THAT good)!!!

We dive into a variety of topics including Ashley's experience with an eating disorder in college, the pros and cons of group fitness, and where to begin as a beginner in your fitness journey. Never heard of a burpee pull-up? Well, better get listening ;)

⚡️ Song of the Week: Rasputin//Majestic, Boney M. 

⚡️ Netflix Series Rec: Atypical

⚡️ New Music Artist: Purple Disco Machine

⚡️ instagram: @aweinspiringashley

⚡️ Applicable Challenge of the Week: Write 3 powerful I AM statements and say the to yourself 1-2x/day

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On today's episode, we talk to Tracy Curran, PhD. Tracy takes on the role of mom of 3, cardiac exercise program development manager at Boston Children's Hospital, adjunct professor at Northeastern & Simmons University, mentor, friend, spin instructor... and the list goes on. Talk about empowering!

We talk about a lot of topics including: getting your PhD 15 years into your career, making exercise stick as a beginner, and how to prioritize yourself/set boundaries when you have a million things going on.

⚡️ Song of the Week: Levitating//Dua Lipa (ft. DaBaby)

⚡️ Hulu Movie Rec: Hot Tub Time Machine

⚡️ New Music Artist: The Backseat Lovers

⚡️ Challenge of the week: Free Harvard Online Courses 

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You've tried everything in the health industry from keto to P90X in order to lose weight, but nothing has worked. Mikala is here to talk about the most common reasons why people fail, how to make new goals, and how to implement them. Get ready for tons of actionable steps you can start doing THIS EXACT MINUTE!

⚡️ Song of the Week: Sweet Escape//Gwen Stefani

⚡️ Netflix Movie Rec: The Woman in the Window 

⚡️ New Music Artist: Kota the Friend

⚡️ Applicable Challenge of the Week: implement a new habit, write it down, tell someone, do it.

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So you're going on vacation, but nervous about staying on track? In this speedy episode, I give the short and long answer explaining how to do this. As always, we love the applicable takeaways!

⚡️ Song of the Week: Blurred Lines//Robin Thicke

⚡️ Netflix Series Rec: Arrested Development

⚡️ New Music Artist: Labrinth

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I AM SOOOO EXCITED to share this episode with Gymshark athlete, ACE personal trainer, influencer, entrepreneur, AND all around amazing human.... Natalie Bally (also known as @NattBFit).

Follow along Natalie's mental health journey and learn how she has used her own experiences to create a safe space for others on all of her social media platforms. Listen up for some juicy morning routine details, as well as her other favorite wellness practices to promote a healthy mind and body. 

Truly, Natalie is a beacon of light in an oversaturated fitness industry where sets and reps can be prioritized over therapy and journaling- we love to see a holistic health queen thriving 👑

⚡️ Song of the Week: Music Sounds Better with You// Neil Frances

⚡️ Amazon Prime Rec: Words on Bathroom Walls

⚡️ New Music Artist: Raveena

⚡️ Challenge of the week: Normalizing unfollowing and muting people on insta that make you feel like shit

⚡️ Instagram: @nattbfit and her linktree

⚡️Oprah's Podcast Episodes w/ Eckhart Tolle: Super Soul

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It's dumptruck awareness month BABYY and we are here to build our freaking glutes! I walk you through the logistical steps of how to gain mass in your glutes. No clickbait, no "how to build a butt in 10 days", just pure exercise science. I cite research done by the one and only Bret Contreras (otherwise known as The Glute Guy) and give real life examples of each phase of training, so that you can feel empowered to get results on your own. 

⚡️ Song of the Week: Everybody Talks//Neon Trees

⚡️ Netflix Series Rec: Ginny & Georgia, Firefly Lane

⚡️ New Music Artist: Londrelle

⚡️ Challenge of the week: Do 10 glute bridges every day

⚡️ Mikala Maiers Fitness Glute Training Educational PDF: https://www.mikalamaiersfitness.com/education

⚡️ Mikala Maiers Fitness Glute Guide: https://www.mikalamaiersfitness.com/product-page/glute-guide 

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Learn my top 5 ways to lose! Health is a marathon not a sprint, so implement these daily habits with the idea that they will be lifelong. We are here for a long time AND a good time ;)

⚡️ Song of the Week: Call Me Maybe//Carly Rae Jepsen

⚡️ Netflix Movie Rec: Angry Birds 2

⚡️ New Music Artist: No Vacation

⚡️ Challenge of the week: reframe your internal talk

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Okay so you got the interview.... please don't panic. Emily Takle, business woman extraordinaire, shares all the tips to making the best impression and landing the job. Not only that, but she explains how to get the salary you deserve and how to negotiate salary in your current job. In light of Equal Pay Day, this episode is for all you overworked and underpaid women. Go secure the bag, best friend💰  

⚡️  Instagram: @EmilyTakle 

⚡️ Netflix Movie Rec: Black & White

⚡️ New Music Artist: Kevin Abstract

⚡️ Challenge of the week: Add 3 people to your LinkedIn or make a LinkedIn 

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Whether you're in high school or fresh out of college, internships are VITAL for getting hands-on experience, impeccable references, and landing a full-time job. Business woman and master of all things career development, Emily Takle, walks us through how to land and succeed in the internship of your dreams. Emily also dives in to how to make your resume standout from the point of a recruiter. Lots of golden nuggets for any and all professionals!

⚡️ Song of the Week: Walking on Sunshine// Katrina & the Waves

⚡️ Spotify Playlist: BBMB Podcast Eargasm

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Keto, intermittent fasting, dairy-free, low-fat, no sugar...... are you confused yet? Nutrition is not supposed to be hard. Meal prepping is the most convenient way to get in all the nutrients without having to rely on a cafeteria or fast-food chain. I give all of the applicable steps to figuring out how to meal prep in the most efficient way, along with some super-mega simple recipes :)

⚡️ Song of the Week: Suit & Tie// Justin Timberlake ft. Jay-Z

⚡️ Netflix Movie Rec: Moxie

⚡️ New Music Artist: Ziggy Alberts

⚡️ Challenge of the week: meal prep or prepare to meal prep 

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