Girl, You Ain't Crazy Podcast

In part two of our conversation with Amy, we shift from motherhood into what she considers one of her greatest purposes: teaching.

Amy is a teacher, CrossFit gym co-owner, mentor, mom, and someone who pours deeply into the people around her. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about the realities of public education in North Carolina, the emotional demands educators face, and the changing needs of students and families today.

We talk about the challenges teachers carry beyond lesson plans and classrooms, the importance of empathy and connection, and what it looks like to continue showing up for others when so much is constantly being asked of you.

We also discuss something many women know all too well: when you spend your life pouring into everyone else, how do you make time to pour back into yourself?

This conversation is for teachers, parents, caregivers, and anyone trying to balance purpose, passion, and self-care.

Because caring deeply can be beautiful — but you matter too.

And if you’ve ever felt stretched thin while trying to be everything to everyone… you’re not crazy.

Motherhood changes—but so do we.

This week on Girl, You Ain’t Crazy, we’re joined by Amy: teacher, CrossFit gym co-owner, Hashimoto’s warrior, mom of high school and college boys, and mentor to young girls learning confidence through fitness.

In this episode, we talk honestly about the many versions of motherhood—raising little kids versus young adults, learning to let go while still showing up, balancing marriage, work, health, and identity, and what it looks like when your role as “mom” begins to shift over time.

Amy shares the beauty and challenges of pouring into others while still trying to take care of yourself. We also discuss the emotional transition that happens as children grow older and become more independent—and how motherhood never really stops evolving.

This conversation is for the moms in the thick of it, the moms rediscovering themselves, and the women learning that caring for everyone else doesn’t mean losing who they are.

Because growing, changing, and evolving through motherhood?
Yeah… you’re not crazy.

In the final part of our conversation with Shadia Sheikh, we talk about something every woman needs—but not every woman has enough of: support.

We dive into the power of female friendships, the women who show up when life gets heavy, and what it means to both receive support and give it to others.

After conversations about career pivots, motherhood, identity, and resilience, this final episode reminds us that none of us are meant to carry life alone.

Because behind so many strong women… there are other women helping hold them up.

This is an honest, heartfelt conversation about community, connection, and the friendships that help us keep going.

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Shadia Sheik, we move into a deeper and more personal side of her story.

Shadia shares what it has been like to navigate life as a Palestinian woman in the United States—beginning with the division and discrimination she experienced after 9/11, and how those moments shaped her perspective and identity.

We also talk about the emotional weight of what is happening in Gaza today, and how global events can feel deeply personal, even when they’re happening miles away.

This is an honest and vulnerable conversation about identity, grief, resilience, and what it means to carry something that others may not fully understand.

We also explore how we can all become more aware, more compassionate, and more willing to learn—especially when conversations feel uncomfortable.

This episode isn’t about having all the answers.
It’s about listening, understanding, and creating space for stories that matter.

In this episode of Girl, You Ain’t Crazy, we kick off a new series highlighting women who are navigating full lives, big responsibilities, and the quiet challenges no one talks about.

We’re joined by Dr. Shadia Sheikh, a physical therapist, business owner, and mom of twins, whose journey reflects what so many women experience—but rarely say out loud.

Shadia shares her path from working in a traditional outpatient clinic to stepping away during COVID, when shifting business practices no longer aligned with her values. What followed was a leap into building something of her own—care that puts people first.

We talk about:

• What pushed her to leave the traditional healthcare model
• Her philosophy on movement, healing, and individualized care
• The reality of raising twins while managing a career
• How fitness and CrossFit look different in this season of life
• The unseen mental load women carry while “doing it all.”

This conversation is honest, relatable, and a reminder that just because ke they haveogether… doesn’t mean it’s easy.

Because the truth is—you're not crazy. You're carrying a lot.

Have you ever walked out of a doctor’s appointment feeling unheard… or been told your symptoms are just stress, hormones, or “part of being a woman”?

In this episode of Girl, You Ain’t Crazy, Candice and Danielle break down the most important blood tests women should consider when starting their health journey—especially when something feels off but you don’t yet have answers.

From thyroid panels and hormone markers to nutrient deficiencies and inflammation indicators, we explain what to ask for, why these labs matter, and how they can give you a clearer picture of what’s really going on in your body.

You’ll also learn:

• How to recognize signs your body is trying to tell you something
• Ways to advocate for yourself if your concerns are dismissed
• Options for getting labs done—even without a doctor’s order
• Simple steps you can take while you’re waiting for results

This episode is about taking your power back, trusting your body, and getting the data you need to support your health.

Because you’re not crazy—you just need answers.

We’ve talked about movement. We’ve talked about mindset.
Now it’s time to talk about something that can feel even heavier… food.

In this final episode of our Still Fit…Just Different series, we’re diving into what it really means to fuel your body—without guilt, restriction, or fear.

Because somewhere along the way, so many of us were taught that eating less = better, smaller = healthier, and hunger = discipline.
But what if that’s not the full story?

We’re unpacking:
✨ Why skipping meals and under-eating can actually work against your goals
✨ How your body responds to inconsistent fueling (hello, energy crashes and stubborn weight)
✨ The difference between control and nourishment
✨ What it looks like to trust your body again

This episode is your reminder that you don’t have to earn your food… and you definitely don’t have to fear it.

Because being still fit might look different now—but it also gets to feel better.

Press play for a conversation that challenges what you’ve been told… and gives you permission to fuel differently.

What if consistency didn’t have to mean all-or-nothing?

In this episode of Girl, You Ain’t Crazy, we’re continuing the Still Fit…Just Different series with a conversation about what it really looks like to stay consistent without becoming obsessive.

Because somewhere along the way, we were taught that more effort equals better results… and that if we’re not going all in, we’re falling behind.

But what if that’s not true anymore?

We’re talking about:

• Letting go of the “perfect plan” mindset
• Finding a rhythm that actually fits your real life
• The difference between discipline and burnout
• How to stay committed without spiraling into guilt or extremes
• Why consistency now might look very different than it used to—and that’s not a failure

This episode is for anyone who’s trying to show up for themselves without overdoing it… and learning that sustainable effort will always beat short bursts of perfection.

You’re not lazy.
You’re not falling off.
You’re learning how to do this in a way that lasts.

🎧 Listen in and stay with us through the Still Fit…Just Different series—because growth doesn’t always look the way it used to, and that doesn’t make you crazy.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing more workouts, more cardio, more effort — but seeing less progress, you’re not alone.

In this episode of the Still Fit, Just Different series, Candice and Danielle talk about one of the most frustrating realizations in fitness: sometimes working harder isn’t the solution.

As our bodies change and life demands increase, recovery, sleep, nutrition, and hormonal balance play a much bigger role in results than simply adding more workouts.

In this conversation, Candice and Danielle break down why pushing harder can sometimes backfire — and how a smarter, more balanced approach to training can actually move you forward.

Because fitness isn’t about doing the most.
It’s about doing what works for your body.

Fitness goals don’t exist in a vacuum — they evolve as our lives evolve.

In this episode of the Still Fit, Just Different series, Candice and Danielle talk about what happens when the fitness goals that once motivated you no longer feel aligned with your life.

Careers shift. Families grow. Stress increases. Hormones change. And suddenly, the routines and expectations that once worked feel unsustainable.

Instead of forcing ourselves to keep chasing old goals, sometimes the healthier path is learning how to adjust them.

In this conversation, Candice and Danielle explore how life seasons impact fitness, why shifting priorities is normal, and how to realign your goals so fitness supports your life — instead of competing with it.

Because evolving your approach to fitness doesn’t mean you’ve lost discipline.
It means you’re learning to adapt.