In this episode we are together for the first time since we started the podcast! We are discussing “do looks really matter” as a fitness professional. It’s controversial, it’s raw and it’s something we want you to debunk in your mind. We want you to remember-- Healthy looks different on every single person!

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In this episode we chat about:

• The transition from teaching dance fitness to pilates, boot camp, cycle etc.
• How learning to feel good within rather than chasing outsider’s opinions
• What taught me “lifestyle” vs “fad diets” 
• Loving the way you move through life and working out for life
• Using your cueing in your class to uplift students and focus on body image
• The new before & after picture
• Empowering your students before they leave your class

Action Steps

1. Unfollow people who do not make you feel good
2. Catch yourself when you are body shaming and SHUT IT DOWN by replacing it with something positive
3. Challenge yourself to give positive body cues in class

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Annalisa: @zjannalisafitspo

Maria: @theinnerrythmn

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In this episode we are talking about how to get through teaching your first fitness class.

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In this episode:

• Create a pre-class playlist
• Have a class introduction
• Handling mistakes
• Practice cueing outloud
• Arrive early and make sure that your systems are working
• Keep things light and smile
• Embrace feedback- learn from it
• Take time to discover yourself

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@cultivatingmindspodcast

@theinnerrhythm

@zjannalisafitspo

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In this episode we are talking about how we prevent overuse injuries as fitness professionals.

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In this episode:

• Importance of training in all planes of motion
• Neural training for injury prevention
• Why sleep is important
• The importance of balance training
• Why standard advice to “eat less and move more” is false
• How stress plays a role in injury prevention
• The importance of the sun
• Focusing on the kinetic chain and how the body is connected

Action Steps:

• Foam roll - IntelliRole: https://intelliroll.com (use code: #STRENGTHOFADANCER at checkout)
• Check in with your body before and after meals and figure out what your body is asking for

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@cultivatingmindspodcast
@theinnerrhythm
@zjannalisafitspo

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Today we are sharing both of our journeys to becoming Master Trainer & Zumba Jammer.

Annalisa started her journey in 2011 in Chico, California.  When she moved from Chico to Sacramento, she took her first Jam session! This experience lighted her passion to lift others up and remind them that they can achieve the unthinkable.

Maria started her journey in college at the University of California Santa Barbara teaching step aerobics.  She started following Cassey on YouTube because she loved her energy!  After hearing that POP Pilates was going to become a live group fitness class, she knew she wanted to become an instructor and inspire the world with “good vibes only!”

In this episode we talk about:

• The importance of staying focused in your journey
• Ignoring the negative environment determined to hold you back
• Can’t is NOT a word in our vocabulary
• The struggles of discovering “YOU” 
• How educating yourself will change the game
• Always being a student to challenge yourself 
• Advice for instructors wanting to take the next step in their career
• How “no” isn’t the end of your journey

Action step & tips for success: 

1. Education
2. Record yourself 
3. Visualization 
4. Stay positive

Things we talked about: 

https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com

https://www.zumba.com

https://www.poppilateslife.com

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Today we are speaking with Ramon Blankenship about his journey as a fitness professional. Ramon’s constant questioning of “why” towards life at a very young age led him to pursue a career in fitness. Fighting in the ring taught him to push himself past his own limits. After injuring himself, he found Kelly Starrett Mobility WOD and learned to own his injuries. This spurred him to start his journey into personal training.

Ramon is a personal trainer, nutrition coach, and metabolic assessment specialist.

During our interview with Ramon, you will hear:

1. His training approach
2. Things to look for in mobility
3. How he incorporates the “why” within his training
4. His nutrition philosophy

“When the teacher is ready, the student will appear” ~Buddha

Ramon’s tips for success:

1. Be more authentically you 
2. Take a look at your positions throughout the day and remedy every position with its counter movement
3. Try box breathing
4. Track your sleep cycle

Find Ramon Here:

• https://www.instagram.com/ramonblankenship/?hl=en
• https://games.crossfit.com/athlete/132639
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/labnasium

Things we talked about:

• https://www.mobilitywod.com
• https://www.functionalmovement.com
• https://www.sleepcycle.com

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Maria is sharing the importance of all 3 macronutrients: proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

In her nutrition practice, Maria helps clients living with mental health issues with specific dietary, lifestyle changes, and targeted supplementation. Visit www.innerrhythm.com for more information.

In this episode you will learn:

1. Why we need all 3 macronutrients
2. How to figure out the best macronutrient ratio for your body
3. Examples of nutrient dense foods to add to your plate

Action Step:
Play with your ratio of carbs:fats:protein to find the best ratio for your body.

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@cultivatingmindspodcast
@zjannalisafitspo
@theinnerrhythm

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Today, we are talking about how to optimize your mental health naturally.

In her nutrition practice, Maria helps clients living with mental health issues with very specific dietary, lifestyles changes, and targeted supplementation. Visit www.innerrhythm.com for more information.

2 things you can do nutritionally to support optimal mental health:

1. Add anti-oxidant rich foods
2. Nature to nourish the microbiome

Annalisa  helps clients, students & instructors with mental health issues on learning how to “love” the workout they are doing, their everyday lifestyle and movement that will bring clarity to their mind and life. Visit https://www.trainerize.me/profile/transformwithannalisa/Annalisa.Brown for more information.

3 things that will help benefit your mental health in your fitness routine:

1. LOVE you workouts!
2. Establish a daily routine
3. Move well, move often

Links:

MegaBurn:

https://www.megaburnfitness.com

Organic Purity Coffee:

https://puritycoffee.com/ref/579/

Action Steps:

• Focus on removing gluten for 3 days and see if you notice a difference in your mental health, brain fog, or sleep.
• Add in one morning habit that will change the day in a positive way

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In this episode, we are sharing ways we prepare for an all-day fitness training!

Action Steps - The next time you are at an instructor training...

Hydrate: add BCAAs and electrolytes to your water

BCAAs

Myofascial release balls!

Tune Up Fitness Therapy Balls

IntelliRole (use code: #STRENGTHOFADANCER at checkout)

If you haven't been to a fitness training in a while, go sign-up for one!

Work One on One With Us:

Nutritional Therapy with Maria online or in Beaverton, OR: 

www.innerrhythm.com

Online Personal Training with Annalisa: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/transformwithannalisa/Annalisa.Brown

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Annalisa and Maria share what is in their gym bags when they head out to teach a class!

Work With Us:

Online Nutritional Therapy with Maria: www.innerrhythm.com

Online Personal Training with Annalisa: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/transformwithannalisa/Annalisa.Brown

Gym Bag Highlights:

Belkin Dongle for iphone
Tune Up Fitness therapy Balls
Organic Body Cleansing Wipes
Manuka Honey Lozenges
Fitness Instructor Mic Covers
Black Mic Belt
Fun Colors Mic Belts
Coconut Mint Chapstick
Fitness Bands
Business Cards
BCAAs
Natural Deodorant Spray
Safer Skincare that Maria Uses

Action Step:

See what is inside your instructor bag, and make you have all the essentials! Let us know on Instagram (@cultivating.minds) what we need to add to our bags!

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