We are joined by Blake Mistretta, marathon runner, HYROX champion, and MOXI3 co-founder to discuss the ins and outs of marathon training, what it takes to be a great leader, and the role that fitness plays in overall well-being. Blake shares what he has learned from long-distance training, finding sobriety, and leading teams and explains how all of these things lend themselves to one another in his own life.

Welcome back to Friends with Health Benefits! In this episode, Kate and Jac are thrilled to unveil the exciting details of their brand-new venture - a communal wellness space located in Costa Mesa! Imagine a haven where you can experience cold plunges, saunas, and soothing massage therapies, all under one roof. But there's more to it than just relaxation; our wellness spa is also rooted in community and will house a co-working space designed to ignite your creativity and productivity. Join us for an exclusive sneak peek into our plans for the space and the stories behind its origin. Stay tuned as the girls take you through the process and development of their new business in real time. Don't miss it!

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In this week’s episode, Kate and Jac get pretty personal regarding diet culture, body image, and disordered eating. Despite pouring a ton of focus and intention into caring for their health through nutrition and exercise, they have both struggled with the pressures of body trends and societal expectations. One of the goals in this episode was to openly discuss both their personal experiences with body image and the intricacies surrounding the topic in general. By being vulnerable, Kate and Jac hope to reinforce that no one is alone in what they may go through during their own body image journey. The girls also explore the true meaning behind intuitive eating, and give tangible tips to implement that practice in everyday life.

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In this episode, Kate and Jac explore the topics of healthy drinking water and the history of glyphosate. Kate educates us on the origins of the tap water in our homes, and shares the dangers of consuming contaminated water. She then teaches us what to look for when investing in healthy drinking water. Jac guides us through the history of glyphosate and how it infiltrated the American agriculture industry. She informs us of the repercussions of spraying crops with this pesticide, and then gives tips on how to avoid it. Enjoy the episode!

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Products mentioned:

Jolie Shower Head

Citizen Water Co

Puronics

AquraTru Filter

In this episode, Kate and Jac round up their 2022 favorites. Their personal lists range from the Summer Fridays Lip Balm all the way to Sam Harris’ Waking Up meditation app. They recount the products and services that helped shape the previous year (all favorites are linked below!) Later in the episode, the girls explore their goals for the New Year. Going into 2023, Kate and Jac are starting the “75 Hard” challenge, and plan to implement new routines to carry throughout the coming months. Enjoy!

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Kate’s Favorites:

Summer Fridays Lip Balm

Alphalete Leggings

Malk Almond Milk

Bone Broth Protein Powder

Curling Custard

Sprunch Mousse

Skinbetter Retinol

Infrared Sauna

Jac’s Favorites:

Waking Up by Sam Harris

LMNT Electrolytes

Huberman Lab Podcast

Hatch Alarm Clock

Dyson Airwrap

Stanley Water Bottle

Welcome back to season two of Friends with Health Benefits! On this week's episode, Kate and Jac catch up on their travels that took place over the break. They share the many revelations they both discovered while abroad. Kate noticed how different she physically felt eating the food in Africa, and Jac observed how living in America has altered her perception of beauty. To close out the episode, the girls share embarrassing travel tales from past trips with significant others. Enjoy!

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On this week’s episode, Jac and Kate sit down solo to discuss important facts and reminders that will positively impact our mental and physical health. Kate discusses the vital role of skeletal muscle and how protein consumption impacts our overall health. Jac shares interesting statistics and studies regarding humans and their connection to their cell phones. To close out the episode, the girls share a bit of their personal backgrounds to give more context as to how this podcast was created. This will be the final episode of season one, stay tuned for the season two premiere! Enjoy!

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Products Mentioned:

Hatch Alarm Clock

We are joined by Shelby Torrese, who is a holistic nutrition coach. She teaches women about ingredients and foods that increase energy, improve mood, and reduce bloat. The impetus of her business started back in elementary school with chronic stomach aches. In attempts to remedy this problem, she experienced first hand how much food affects overall health. Throughout our interview, she breaks down what her process looks like when working with women one on one to equip them with the tools to thrive. Not only does Shelby divulge tips for achieving a healthy life, she also shares business advice for health coaches who want to create successful platforms. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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Products mentioned:

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Deodorant

Code SHELBY: Red Light

Hairy Little Things (Eyebrows)

Iron Lion Soap

We are joined by Avi Ruben from Iron Lion Soap. Avi started making hygiene products when he was sixteen, and became the local soap dealer for his community. In 2008, he officially founded Iron Lion Soap from the necessity of wanting a better soap for his family and friends. Today, Avi employs a team of eight people dedicated to creating the highest quality shower experience. He divulges how he authentically meshes his personal values with his brands’ ethos. Both Avi and Iron Lion’s core value is “people over everything”, and that is shown through everything they do. He teaches us the fundamentals of skin health, toxic chemicals in the hygiene industry, and how to keep life clean.

Follow Avi at @ironlionsoap and shop his products at https://ironlionsoap.com/collections/all

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Kate’s favorite ILS products:

Vanilla Oat Skincream

Sweet Orange Liquid Soap

OneOne7 Soap

Watermelon Lemonade Soap

Jac’s favorite ILS products:

Vanilla Oat Skincream

Mojo Soap

Mango Guava Soap

Other products:

Amazon Storefront

Shower Soap Holder

We are joined by Avi Ruben from Iron Lion Soap. Avi started making hygiene products when he was sixteen, and became the local soap dealer for his community. In 2008, he officially founded Iron Lion Soap from the necessity of wanting a better soap for his family and friends. Today, Avi employs a team of eight people dedicated to creating the highest quality shower experience. He divulges how he authentically meshes his personal values with his brands’ ethos. Both Avi and Iron Lion’s core value is “people over everything”, and that is shown through everything they do. He teaches us the fundamentals of skin health, toxic chemicals in the hygiene industry, and how to keep life clean.

Follow Avi at @ironlionsoap and shop his products at https://ironlionsoap.com/collections/all

Follow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirta

Kate’s favorite ILS products:

Vanilla Oat Skincream

Sweet Orange Liquid Soap

OneOne7 Soap

Watermelon Lemonade Soap

Jac’s favorite ILS products:

Vanilla Oat Skincream

Mojo Soap

Mango Guava Soap

Other products:

Amazon Storefront

Shower Soap Holder