Everything & The Gym

Welcome back to Everything & The Gym! In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Shelbi sits down with Lauren Bass — a woman who wears many hats and carries even more strength. Lauren is the founder of her own jewelry line, the athletic wear brand Prevail 41, a personal trainer, a home health aide, a nursing student, and currently in prep for an upcoming bodybuilding show.

This episode comes with a trigger warning as we navigate through difficult, but important, topics — including sexual assault and the lasting mental toll it can take. Lauren opens up about her ongoing battle with self-worth, body image, and the dark paths trauma can lead us down. But she also shares her journey toward healing — how faith, fitness, and discipline have helped her rebuild from the inside out. Her story is a raw, inspiring reminder that even in our darkest seasons, we can still find the strength to rise.

Welcome back to Everything & The Gym!
In this episode, Shelbi sits down with Shannon Coots — a personal trainer, mom of three, and proud daughter — who didn’t begin her fitness journey until the age of 47. Now in her 50s, Shannon looks like she’s been doing this her whole life, but her path to strength started much later than most.

Together, they dive into what it was like growing up as the only girl with older brothers, how being a stay-at-home mom took a toll on her mental health, and how she rebuilt her life after making the difficult decision to leave her marriage. Shannon opens up about her personal transformation, why she became a personal trainer last November, and how starting over later in life was the beginning of finding herself.

This episode is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to chase what’s on your heart — at any age.

Welcome back to Everything & The Gym! In this episode, Shelbi sits down with Josh Hockett — a health scientist, strength coach, husband, dad, wine connoisseur, and passionate foodie. Josh is also the creator of the blog Muscles & Morsels, where he shares how to balance clean eating with a love for delicious food.

From breaking down the science behind fitness and creatine to sharing personal life lessons beyond the gym, Josh brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. He opens up about how fitness has shaped his journey, his mission to live to 100, and the intentional daily choices that fuel that goal. Tune in to hear how he manages it all — from family life to coaching to blogging — with purpose and passion.

In this powerful episode of Everything & The Gym, host Shelbi Browne sits down with Sam Warrick — a CrossFit and HYROX coach, wife, mom, life insurance specialist, and advocate for wellness. Together, they dive deep into how faith fuels purpose, how God’s gifts show up in our daily lives, and the importance of using them with intention.

This episode explores how movement becomes a crucial form of stress relief during life’s busiest seasons, and the often-unspoken truth about body dysmorphia — even among the fittest. From juggling multiple roles to staying rooted in faith, Sam’s insight is real, raw, and relatable.

Topics include:

• How fitness helps with stress and mental clarity

• The role of faith in everyday life and business

• Struggles with body image—even for fitness professionals

• Tips for balancing motherhood, career, and training

• Using your God-given gifts to serve others

Whether you're deep in your own fitness journey or just trying to find balance in life, this episode will leave you inspired and grounded.

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Welcome back to another episode of Everything & The Gym! This week, Shelbi is joined once again by Brandon Smith, owner of TFGU, for a second round of insightful conversation. Together, they dive into what it’s really like to relocate a gym — including what to do and common pitfalls that lead to burnout. They also tackle big questions like: Is there truly a “best” diet? And if you only have 30 minutes to work out, what’s the most effective way to use that time? Brandon shares a wealth of knowledge you won’t want to miss. Don’t forget to subscribe and drop a comment if you found this episode helpful!

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In this episode, Shelbi sits down with Biurika Alvarez—a powerhouse mom and fitness coach who’s transforming lives right from her garage gym. But her story didn’t start there. From growing up active and being adopted, to navigating postpartum depression after having her son, Biurika opens up about the personal journey that led her to build a fitness space dedicated to empowering women.

We dive into motherhood, mental health, and the importance of creating a safe, supportive environment for women to move, heal, and grow stronger—physically and mentally. Biurika now offers both 1:1 coaching and group fitness sessions with a special focus on women’s wellness, and we even touch on basic nutrition for women along the way.

If you're a mom—or love one—this episode will hit home. You are not alone, and there is help out there. 

In this powerful episode, Shelbi sits down with aspiring pro bodybuilder Garet Scaff for an open and emotional conversation. Garet shares what it was like growing up with bodybuilding parents, the heartbreak of losing his brother at a young age, and how a close friend stepped in to fill that brotherly role. He also dives into the true cost—physically, mentally, and financially—of chasing the dream of becoming a professional bodybuilder.

This episode is full of raw honesty, motivation, and an inside look at what it really takes to push your limits.

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Welcome back to Everything & The Gym! 🎙️ In this inspiring episode, Shelbi sits down with Senora Scott — reporter, journalist, published author, gym-goer, and all-around powerhouse.Senora shares her incredible journey from growing up on a ranch—where life was all about handling animals and mending fences—to managing a fast-paced career in news media, often waking up as early as 1:00 AM to run a news station.We dive deep into her passion for storytelling and what led her to write her book, New to News—a candid, behind-the-scenes look at the life of a journalist, packed with real-world advice. Her book is now available in bookstores, libraries, and various universities. 🌍📖Of course, we also talk about the gym and why fitness has become a non-negotiable part of her life. Like so many of our guests, the gym is her mental reset button—the place where she finds clarity, strength, and balance.Whether you're chasing big dreams, juggling a hectic schedule, or just need a boost of motivation, this episode is full of real talk and relatable moments you won’t want to miss.🎧 Tune in now, and don’t forget to follow, rate, and share if this episode resonates with you!

Welcome back to Everything & The Gym — this is our Biggest Struggle Compilation.Ever wondered how people respond when asked about their biggest struggle? This video reveals honest, unfiltered answers straight from the heart. From financial hardships to mental health battles, we’re diving deep into the raw realities people face every day.Whether you're navigating a tough season or simply looking to better understand the people around you, this episode is a must-watch. Get ready to feel seen, heard, and connected as we build a community rooted in empathy and real conversation. 💬❤️#EverythingAndTheGym #BiggestStruggles #MentalHealthMatters #RealTalk #AuthenticConversations #PodcastMoments #EmpathyInAction #YouAreNotAlone #FinancialStruggles #EmotionalWellbeing #CommunitySupport #Season4Voices #RawAndReal #LifeChallenges #SeenHeardUnderstood

In this powerful and honest conversation, Shelbi sits down with Miller Carter, someone she first met at a HYROX class at Peak Performance. Over the past few months, they’ve grown to know each other beyond just workouts—and today, Miller shares his deeply personal story.

Miller opens up about a difficult childhood that led him down some dark paths, including struggles with drugs. He talks candidly about going back and forth between the gym and substance use until he ultimately found faith in God—a turning point that helped him realize the gym and drugs couldn’t coexist in his life.

From cutting hair as a barber to building strength both physically and spiritually, Miller shares how fitness and faith helped reshape his journey. He even hints at a possible HYROX competition in his future 👀

This episode is raw, real, and full of heart. Don’t miss it.

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