By Carissa Wolkiewicz
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The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.
In this episode, I explore the powerful connection between emotions and exercise. Join me as I discuss how listening to your body and emotions can transform your workouts, helping you move past all-or-nothing thinking and learn to trust your intuition. I’ll guide you through a series of reflective questions designed to help you check in with yourself and determine the types of workouts that are best for you on any given day.
Listen in to discover how to integrate these practices into your fitness routine, build a deeper relationship with your body, and embrace movement as a tool for emotional and mental wellness.
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Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources
Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings
Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222
Primary Secrets for Healthy Digestion: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/primarysecrets
Mindful Eating Bundle: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/mindful-eating-bundle Thrive from
Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within
Food & Mood Journal: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/offers/FPiZJPfW/checkout
DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the powerful link between strength training and mental resilience. We’ll talk about how pushing your body can seriously level up your mental toughness, help you manage stress, and boost your confidence—both in and out of the gym. I’ll also share how sticking to my workout routine helped me handle life’s challenges with more grit. Tune in for my story and some tips on how you can do the same!
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Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within
Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222
Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.
I'm sitting down in this one with my friend Emily Bronaugh. Join us as she shares her journey from fighting with body image issues and dieting to finding balance through intuitive eating. We'll dive into how paying attention to your body's signals can lead to lasting health and weight loss, and break down the science behind it in a way that’s easy to understand.
In this episode, we cover:
- Emily's history with dieting and negative body image
- How intuition and mindfulness can guide nutrition and exercise
- Dropping from the logical brain into the present moment for better body awareness
- The connection between stress and weight loss, and strategies to navigate it
- The physiological and biological reasons why intuitive eating works for sustainable weight loss
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Connect with Emily:
Web: https://www.worthofwork.com/
Instagram: @emilybronaugh https://www.instagram.com/emilybronaugh/
Connect with Carissa:
Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources
Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings
In this episode, we're diving into the gut-brain connection and how it ties into nervous system regulation.
I'm covering:
- What the nervous system is
- The role of the vagus nerve
- How the gut-brain connection works
- How stress affects digestion and gut health
- Simple nervous system regulation techniques you can start using today
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Let's connect!!
- Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within
- Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222
- Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
- Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.
In this episode, I’m diving into the whole food tracking vs. food journaling debate and what it really means for your relationship with food and your body. As a holistic health coach, I’m all about exploring the messy, beautiful complexities of being human and how it shows up when we're setting health goals for ourselves. Join me as I share my take on how these different approaches can shape your journey to better health, plus some personal tips and examples to help you figure out what works best for you. Let’s get into it!
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Food & Mood Journal: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/offers/FPiZJPfW/checkout
Mindful Eating Bundle: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/mindful-eating-bundle
Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources
Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings
Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222
Reaching our goals comes with a change in how we identify ourselves, which also means facing our fears - something that's not often talked about when considering health and fitness goals.
In this episode, we'll go over:
- What is identity and how it shifts over time
- Why identity is important when working towards a goal
- Facing fears in order to find the answers
- Practical steps to making an identity change
- Importance of self-compassion
- The role of identity in motivation
Let's get deep!
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Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within
Primary Secrets for Healthy Digestion: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/primarysecrets
Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222
Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings
In this episode, we dive deep into the meaning of gut health and why it’s essential for your overall well-being. Understanding digestion is the first step in resetting your body and mind.
We'll explore:
- the connection between gut health and mental health
- including how digestive issues can contribute to a multitude of other symptoms
- the benefits of taking care of your gut health
- holistic practices to nourish your gut
Whether you're new to gut health or looking for advanced tips, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge to support your journey.
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Download Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health- Thrive from Within: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within
Primary Secrets for Healthy Digestion: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/primarysecrets
Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222
Understanding how to optimize your workouts is key to achieving your goals. In this episode, Carissa breaks down the essentials of exercise programming and her top tips to stay motivated when progress feels slow.
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Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222
Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources
Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings
In this episode of, we explore how the story we tell ourselves can shape our reality and discuss how transforming judgmental language can help us change our lives and the people we are. I'll go through practical tips and tools to shift from negative self-talk to empowering narratives, paving the way for personal growth and positive change.
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Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/
FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources
Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings
Join Carissa in a Zumba & Mobility class: https://www.zumba.com/class_detail/085be3a0-bd46-4c33-8ce9-34ecea94c158?utm_medium=social_media&utm_source=native_share
Kathy Rose, FNLP, and I sit down and talk all things gut health and it's impact on addiction to alcohol. In this episode, we cover:
- The reasons behind gut dysbiosis
- The functional nutrition approach
- Alcohol’s influence in the gut microbiome
- Kathy’s story with her own healing
- 3 tips for healing the gut
Resources mentioned:
- Book
- Nourishing Wisdom by Marc David: https://www.amazon.com/Nourishing-Wisdom-Mind-Body-Nutrition-Well-Being/dp/0517881292
- Dr. David Haase - Maxwell Clinic in Nashville, TN: https://davidhaasemd.com/
- Great Plains laboratory: https://gpalab.com/
- Grounding Mats: https://www.earthing.com/
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Get in touch with Kathy:
App: https://myhealthrehab.hellocard.biz/
Get in touch with Carissa:
- Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/
- Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/ -
FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources
- Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings
- Take a Zumba & Mobility class with Coach Car! https://www.zumba.com/class_detail/085be3a0-bd46-4c33-8ce9-34ecea94c158?utm_medium=social_media&utm_source=native_share
The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.