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In this episode, I sit down with Pilates educator and studio owner Olesya Webb to talk about what it really means to build integrity, sustainability, and longevity in the wellness industry. Olesya has spent over 18 years in the movement space, starting as an elite gymnast and evolving into a comprehensive Pilates educator and corporate wellness leader.

In this conversation, we break down what it takes to move beyond quick fixes and build a body, career, and business that actually lasts.

We talk about:

- Why consistency beats viral fitness trends

- The burnout problem in the wellness industry

- How to build a sustainable career as a Pilates or fitness professional

- Shifting from punishment-based workouts to purpose-driven movement

- The truth about “no quick fixes” for both clients and coaches

- Why ethical standards in Pilates and fitness matter more than ever

- How to create psychological safety inside your studio or gym

- Why “putting in the reps” is the real secret to mastery

If you are a Pilates instructor, fitness coach, studio owner, or someone trying to build a healthier relationship with movement, this conversation will challenge you. We discuss how social media trends, calorie-focused workouts, and performance-driven culture can disconnect us from our bodies. We also unpack what it looks like to move with the season of your life, prevent burnout, and lead with integrity in a saturated industry.

There is no shortcut. There is no secret hack. You put in the reps. You show up consistently. And you build something sustainable.

Find Olesya → Elevate Pilates HTX | LinkedIn | Instagram | Teacher Mentorship

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In this episode, we’re having real wellness talk around processed food, personal responsibility, and the stories we tell about the food industry.

Is blaming the system empowering, or is it diet culture in disguise? I explore the history of food processing, why convenience foods exist, and how to balance agency with self-compassion in your personal wellness journey.

If you’re on a holistic health journey and crave a self-discovery and healing podcast that values nuance over extremes, this conversation is for you. Because health isn’t about perfection; it’s about consistent, realistic choices rooted in self compassion.

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This episode was shaped by a moment that came up during a recent group coaching call about validation, and the quiet ache that can surface when it doesn’t come from the people we expect it to.

I reflect on how often we look outside ourselves for reassurance, and how that search can show up in our health, our relationship with food, movement, and self-care. When validation is missing, it’s easy to override our needs, disconnect from our bodies, or push harder in ways that don’t actually support us. This conversation invites a different approach. When others don’t show up, we can turn inward. We can slow down, listen more closely, and offer ourselves the care, nourishment, and attention we’ve been seeking elsewhere. Over time, this is how a steadier relationship with health is built, rooted in self-trust rather than approval.

At the heart of this episode is a simple reminder to return to again and again: thank you, I’m going to go take care of me now. And from that place, we begin again, more connected, more grounded, and more willing to meet ourselves where we are.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Nicole Lange, acupuncturist and founder of Life Healing Life in Minneapolis, for a grounded conversation on women’s health and fertility. Nicole is a thought leader in trauma-informed fertility care and has been pioneering whole-person reproductive health since 2006.

We explore a trauma-informed, whole-person approach to women’s health, including how trauma impacts the nervous system, hormones, and fertility, and why one-size-fits-all protocols often fall short. Nicole shares her perspective on blending modern medicine with ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine to support sustainable healing and redefine what true fertility and wellness can look like.

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Website: https://www.lifehealinglife.com/meet-nicole 

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebabyyouwant 

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DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa and her guests are not, or are not acting as 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. 

The start of a new year can feel exciting, and it can also feel heavy, full of pressure to ‘level up’ or hit all your goals at once. Sometimes, we find ourselves in the space in between, not quite where we were and not yet where we’re going. It can feel uncertain, dark, and uncomfortable. In this episode, I share personal journal entries from a season of transition and reflect on what it means to show up for yourself when life feels paused.

We’ll explore how this in-between space shows up in your health, your habits, your energy, and your wellness routines, and why it doesn’t mean you’re off track. Winter is a time to slow down, rest, and rebuild with intention. This is your moment to adjust, nurture consistency with compassion, and honor where you are, so you can move forward stronger when your season shifts. Come sit with me in ‘The Space Between’ and give yourself permission to simply be where you are.

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DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa and her guests are not, or are not acting as 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 sit down with Sarah Dewey, former show rider and thoroughbred jockey, NASM certified personal trainer, certified health and wellness coach, 200hr + Yin yoga teacher, dog mom, and all-around outdoorsy, crafty human, for an honest conversation about the seasons of life that make consistency feel harder than it should.

We talk about our own experiences, the beliefs we’ve had to unlearn, and what helps us stay grounded, steady, and kind to ourselves when routines shift or life gets chaotic.

You’ll hear how we personally navigate overwhelm, find our footing again, and reset without slipping into all-or-nothing patterns. We also share something we’ve been working on behind the scenes that we’re really excited about!

Sign up for the Steady Through the Season 4-Week LIVE Series with Sarah & I!

This is a live, supportive series to help you break the all-or-nothing cycle and stop waiting for January to feel like yourself again. Each week, we’ll focus on simple, sustainable habits you can use even when life is full. This isn’t about perfection or rigid rules. It’s about support, strategy, and sustainability even when life feels full. If you want consistency without pressure, and support without perfection, this is for you.

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We’ve been told wellness is all about routines, green smoothies, workouts, and optimization. But what if it doesn’t have to be that way? In this episode, I’m stepping back from the rules and the pressure to explore what wellness really means — honoring our seasons, listening to our bodies, and finding the simple practices that actually support us. Let’s redefine wellness together, without stress, guilt, or perfection.

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DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa and her guests are not, or are not acting as 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, performance coach and psychologist Albert Bramante joins me to unpack why we self-sabotage, especially when we’re close to our goals, and how to build lasting resilience instead of relying on surface-level motivation and manifestation techniques. We explore practical ways to shift self-defeating patterns, strengthen follow-through, and how to use tools like hypnosis and NLP as complements, not quick fixes, on the path to growth.

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I’m answering one of the most popular fitness questions: Is cardio or strength training better for you? If you’ve been fixating on how many calories you burn during a workout and your progress has stalled, this episode is your wake-up call. I’m breaking down the truth about cardio vs. weight training, why chasing calories might be holding you back, and what actually helps you build muscle, burn fat, and feel good for the long haul.

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DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa and her guests are not, or are not acting as 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. 

Movement is medicine — and Krystal Bates brings that truth to life in this conversation. A professional dancer and movement coach, Krystal shares her experience recovering from spinal surgery and how returning to dance helped her reconnect with her body in new, meaningful ways.

We talk about the emotional side of recovering from injury, the role of dance and movement in rebuilding trust with the body, and what it means to find joy and freedom through movement. Krystal also shares how she and her husband co-founded Movement MediZen and Blakh Love, and how they’re using dance, flow, and storytelling to foster connection while living nomadically across Africa.

This episode is an inspiring reminder of the power of movement to heal, connect, and transform — both within us and across cultures.

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Movement MediZen:

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DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa and her guests are not, or are not acting as 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.