Starting something new can be scary, and when we reach pivotal moments in our life, the fear of the unknown can stop us from going for our goals, even if we know it's what we need to do to follow our On this episode, Tiana Pongs shares her journey as an international model living in Germany and how she courageously relocated to L.A. to start her next life chapter. 

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If you are at a point in your life where you know you need to make a change, this episode is here to encourage you to go for it. Learn more about Tiana here. And if you or someone you know is an aspiring model check out her book, Keep Smiling: A Career Guide for Models.

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As part of the movement series, I'm so excited to share the conversation I had with my next guest with you. Mark Laraway is a graduate of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the University of North Dakota and joined the team at Total Balance in December, 2017 where he specializes in the treatment of post surgical rehabilitation Benefits of Physical therapy can help Reduce or eliminate pain, avoid surgery, improve mobility, guide in recovery, improve your balance and prevent injury and much more!

On this episode take a deep dive into what physical therapy is and how it can be beneficial to you. The simple, yet affective approach can help you improve in how your body moves and feels.

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Are you looking to improve your sports performance, or maybe you want to decrease unwanted joint pain, or possibly you’re looking to improve your range of motion and flexibility! This might sound weird at first, but have you ever heard of professional stretching? I hadn’t either until I met Rachel of Stretch Lab in Fargo.

If you’re like me, and have never tried it. Lemme tell you, You’re in for a treat. StretchLAB studios are open, fun & energetic! Your stretch will be customized to fit your body's needs and help you meet your flexibility goals. Their team of highly trained Flexologists® will give you a deeper stretch than you could ever achieve on your own.

Learn more about StretchLAB Fargo here.

If you are looking for a total body workout experience in a community-driven atmosphere, then stay tuned for this interview with the folks of F45 in West Fargo. F45 is known as leaders in function training and sports science with studios in 65 countries world wide.

F45 was founded in Sydney by Rob Deutch who teamed up with Adam Gilchrist and by 2014, they had 15 locations in Sydney alone. Fast forward to 2019, Mark Wahlberg bought stake in the company and the brand exploded!

And now Emily Buckingham along with her husband, Ben, have brought this incredible gym to West Fargo and are the FIRST of its kind to be established in the Dakotas.

Emily obtained her bachelor of science degree in athletic training with a minor in psychology from University of North Dakota as well as a master of science degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in sport performance from Point Loma Nazarene University. Her passion for athletic training has taken her on an adventure across the United States and has given her the opportunity to work in almost every setting athletic training has to offer.

She is excited for her new adventure as Co-Owner and Director of Fitness and Studio performance at F45 West Fargo, where she gets to combine her passions of health, movement, people & community and bring this global phenomenon to West Fargo!

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be part of a community that motivates you to get grow in ways you never thought you could? Learn from five women's lives have been impacted by Fly Fitness. Also learn the benefits of camaraderie to fuel you forward to reach your goals and inspire those around you to reach theirs too.

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Matthew Wuorinen, better known as “Not_Hideuhs” is a artist local to the Fargo area. He is known for his colorful, whimsical designs that can be found on items as small as stickers to large scale murals on the sides of buildings.

Although he's well known bringing color to the walls of downtown Fargo, one thing many people don't know is that he is an avid runner and believes staying active is key to staying healthy in both your body and your mind.

He and I have crossed paths many times in the Downtown Fargo community, yet for the first time few months back I sat down for coffee to learn about all of his passion behind his art and running. I'm happy to share his story with you today.

It may seem intimidating when you want to start a new workout routine, which is why Grace Lange and I are here to share our secrets on how to push through intimidation, find inspiration and discover movement you'll love to incorporate in your wellness regimen. Grace Lange is part of the Burnout Prevention Project, which helps high-achieving women prevent burnout and gives them an opportunity to alleviate the emotional, mental, and physical

In this episode learn about different types of movement and how to discover something you'll love. It also helps you see that you don't have to follow the trends and instead focus on something that works for you. Learn about Fargo's latest dance-fit craze, Flowmotion, which combines both strength training and dance fit to spark joy, build confidence, and most importantly, be fun! 

If you are interested in learning more or taking a class, check out fargofitfriend.com/flowmotion to learn more! 

Have you been trying to get motivated to add movement into your life, yet, are feeling stuck? Well, my friends, then this series is for you. For the next few episode, join me for the Motivation for movement series which is filled with guests who personally inspire me every day. On this series I'm connecting you with a wide variety of types of movement so you can discover something you'll love and that inspires you.

For the kick-off to the series we have Kylie Holland. Kylie is a Yoga Sculpt instructor, runner, and lover of all things active. She has found movement to be a key factor in overcoming her struggles with epilepsy and mental health conditions, and strives to empower others to move in ways that will be both enjoyable and uplifting.

She believes in Empowering others to determine and reach their personal definition of success, Showing that it's possible to overcome obstacles and make this life whatever you want it to be, even if you don't know what that is yet. In her classes she wants you feel just a little bit (or a lot!) stronger leaving the studio than you did walking in.

Ricky Pallay aka Dj 1PrettyRicky is the future of soul. He was born and raised in Los Angeles and is now based out of Fargo, North Dakota. He brings his uniquely LA style to the Midwest, seamlessly blending Hip-Hop, R&B, and House music, creating a feel-good environment and a full dance floor since 2017.

Ever since I met Ricky, I've not only been a fan of his beats, but also his authenticity. He's one of the most genuine and kind people I know. Fast forward to today, and I've had the pleasure of working with him on a variety of upcoming projects, including partnerships with the Jasper Hotel AND more.

I'm so excited to share our conversation you and hope you feel inspired to follow your passions as he inspires me to follow mine.

Emily and the team at Jasper Hotel are doing things differently. The are partnering with local ambassadors, including myself, along with business owners and more to give the community event programing designed with wellness in mind. The new program launches with the kick-off event, Rise & Be Well happening on March 26th. I'm so excited to be a part of what's to come in this community!

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