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Welcome back to Inspire + Move and part two of my conversation with Hailey Brown! (Listen to part 1 here!) In this episode we dive deeper into what it really looks like to rebuild from the inside out. After years as an NCAA athlete and the launch of her business, Sleek by Hailey, Hailey entered a new chapter centered on self-awareness, intentional living, and redefining success on her own terms. From assembling a wellness team to embracing spiritual practices, Hailey shares how she's navigating this season with clarity, courage, and a commitment to personal growth.

Tune in to hear more about:
• How shifting from athlete to entrepreneur created a powerful identity reframe
• What building a “wellness team” looks like and why every founder needs one
• Why energy healing and spiritual practices are now part of Hailey’s toolkit
• The mindset shift from pushing through to giving yourself grace
• Embracing peace, joy, and purpose as guiding forces in both life and business

I would love to know you’re biggest takeaway from this episode! Leave a review with your thought or let me know on Instagram @AlliArruda! 

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This week on Inspire + Move, I’m joined by the incredibly driven and inspiring Hailey Brown! Hailey is athlete, entrepreneur, and founder of Sleek by Hailey. From competing on the world stage with Team Canada and playing D1 basketball at the University of Michigan, to launching a mission-driven business rooted in diversity and representation, Hailey’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, vision, and purpose. We unpack the powerful intersection of athletic discipline and entrepreneurship, and Hailey shares what it really takes to stay committed to your vision, even when the path forward isn’t easy or clear. Her reflections on self-belief, authenticity, and building a brand from scratch will resonate with anyone navigating their own purpose-driven journey.

Tune in to hear more about:
• What it takes to go from national athlete to entrepreneur, and how Hailey trusted her gut over the safe path.
• How Sleek by Hailey was born from lived experience and the desire to see more diversity in the hair industry.
• The mindset shift from athlete to business owner and why grace, patience, and authenticity are huge qualities to learn.
• What it really looks like to build something from scratch in a space that’s often glamorized but rarely shown in full.
• Why community, confidence, and connection are at the heart of Hailey’s story and success.

This episode is full of insights and honest reflections on showing up for yourself, standing tall in your vision, and creating from a place of purpose. I would love it if you could share it with a friend or post a screenshot of the episode & tag us on Instagram @alliarruda and @haileyyy.brown, and let us know what resonated with you most. We love hearing your takeaways and supporting your journey!

Catch the rest of our convo in part 2 here!

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Today on the podcast I’m diving into something that’s been on my heart recently, and that's the spiritual energy and meaning behind 2025. What started as a journaling session turned into a reflective moment that led me down a path of uncovering the deeper significance of this year. From personal growth to energetic shifts, I’m sharing how this current season is asking us to reflect, release, and realign with what truly matters.

Tune in to hear more about:
• Why 2025 is a powerful year of completion, transformation, and spiritual alignment.
• The four energetic themes that could define your year: rebirth, awareness, connection, and freedom.
• How to begin releasing what no longer serves you, physically, emotionally, and energetically.
• Creating space for clarity and magic through simple daily practices like journaling, movement, and community.
•The reminder that letting go doesn’t mean loss, but a path to something even greater.

I hope this episode brings you clarity, connection, and a gentle reminder that you’re not alone in the transition. If it resonates, send me a DM on Instagram @AlliArruda  or share it with a friend who might need it too!

Mentioned:
Simon Sinek on The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Build with Leila Hormozi
The Game with Alex Hormozi

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On this next episode of the podcast, I sit down with Matt to unpack what we’ve been navigating and learning, after a challenging past couple of weeks. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the real and not always fun side of entrepreneurship. The truth is even when you’re growing something you love, it’s not always high vibe, and that’s okay! We’ll get honest about the sticky seasons, the small setbacks that feel big, and how we work through it all as partners in life and business. 

Tune in to hear more about:
 • Why setbacks can be the gift that brings clarity and sharper direction.
 • How we leaned on community, masterminds, and each other during a rough week.
 • The importance of auditing your energy, environment, and relationships
 • Practical mindset tools we used to move through it, from movement to perspective shifts.
 • What “comeback rate” means to us and its significance.

Whether you’re in a growth phase or a tough one, this episode will remind you don’t need to have it all figured out and that growth is always happening, even when it doesn’t feel like it. We hope this conversation brings you a sense of connection, clarity, and a few tangible takeaways to use right now!

If this episode supported you in any way, consider sharing it with a friend or leaving a 5-star review! Our shoot either of us a DM with your thoughts on Instagram @AlliArruda and @Matt_Arruda!

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Welcome back to part 2 of my conversation with longtime friend and inspiring entrepreneur, Caleigh Rykiss. (If you missed it, catch part 1 here!) Caleigh is a wellness entrepreneur, fitness expert, media personality, producer and currently the co-host of the In Three podcast! From launching her own wellness studio BOLO, to closing it during the pandemic, Caleigh shares about her season of growth, resilience, and redefining what success truly looks like. We talk about what it takes to make tough decisions, how to heal from heartbreak in business, and why building an aligned community is everything.

Tune in to hear more about:
• Navigating the emotional and financial decision to close her business, but why it wasn’t a failure.
• How to rebuild your sense of identity when your business was a huge part of that.
• Creating an aligned community and finding true connection as a high-achieving woman.
• The mindset shift from “this has to work” to “it only works if it’s right”.
• Why joy, laughter, and full-circle moments led to her latest venture, her podcast!

Whether you're pivoting, rebuilding, or just dreaming up your next chapter, this episode is full of grounded insight and encouragement for the journey. Loved this episode? Share it with a friend, tag us on IG @AlliArruda and @CaleighFit and let us know your biggest takeaway!

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@InThreePod
Podcast Youtube 

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In this episode of Inspire + Move I’m delighted to be joined by my longtime friend and inspiring entrepreneur, Caleigh Rykiss. Caleigh is a wellness entrepreneur, fitness expert, media personality, producer and currently the co-host of the podcast, In Three! From our early days growing up in Winnipeg to both finding our way into the worlds of fashion, media, and fitness, Caleigh’s journey is a powerful example of vision, grit, and evolution! We dive into her early career as a producer at E-Talk, her unexpected love with boxing, and the creation of her multi-concept wellness studio, BOLO. But this episode isn’t just about career highs, we also unpack what it really looks like to lead with intention, come back to your purpose and redefine success after a low moment.

Tune in to hear more about:
• Caleigh’s unconventional path from aspiring pop star to entertainment producer, to founder of a revolutionary fitness concept.
• How boxing helped her transform her relationship with her body, and reframe fitness as empowerment, not punishment.
• The story behind BOLO: a 10,000-square-foot wellness destination combining movement, connection, nourishment, and confidence.
• Lessons in leadership: building team culture, investing in coaching, and holding space for growth and accountability.
• Healing after business closure and untangling identity from professional achievement.

What did you connect with most? We’d love to know! Come connect with us over on Instagram @AlliArruda and @CaleighFit, share your thoughts and leave a review! Stay tuned for part 2 of our chat next week! 

Caleigh’s Links
Instagram: @CaleighFit
@InThreePod
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Well you know what they say, when it rains, it pours! This week on the podcast I’m sharing this experience that tested my mindset, challenged my business tools, and deepened my appreciation for community: all from losing access to my Instagram account for seven days.

While it started as a frustrating and unexpected disruption, this detour offered powerful reminders about the importance of ownership, resilience, and the relationships we build around us. I’m walking you through the mindset shift, the tangible action steps I took, and how I found my way back more connected and clearer than ever!

Tune in to hear more about:
• Why it’s critical to own your platforms, and how to prioritize your podcast, website, email list, and more.
• The importance of nurturing a community that can lift you during tough seasons, personally and professionally.

• How investing in rooms that stretch you can lead to the right opportunities when you need them most
• Navigating self-doubt and staying grounded through mindset work.
• Practical ways to protect your social platforms and prepare for the unexpected

Let this episode be your reminder that when things feel shaky, growth is often just around the corner! I’d love to know if you’ve been through the same experience and what you learned! Shoot me a DM on @AlliArruda! 

Book Mentioned: The Life That's Waiting by Brianna Wiest

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Back for another solo episode, and I’m talking about the kind of week that throws everything at you: unexpected challenges, tech issues, business curveballs, and just a general low-vibe spiral. We’ve all had those weeks right? Whether you’re in a season like this now or want to be prepared for when it hits, because it somehow always does, I’m sharing what helped me get grounded, shift my mindset, and move forward, physically and emotionally. Instead of pushing through the hard energy when you feel completely “off”, I took a different approach and want to walk you through the exact steps that helped me feel aligned again!

Go for a walk and tune in to learn more about:

• How I shifted my mindset by getting intentional about what I was consuming.
• Using movement as a supportive tool to generate energy and shake off low-vibe days.
• Why slowing down and prioritizing rest, even a short nap or digital detox, can be powerful when you’re running on empty.
• The importance of quality connection and surrounding yourself with the right energy.
• Giving yourself permission to feel it all, without judgment, and still find your way back to your center.

If you too have had one of “those” weeks lately, I hope this episode reminds you that you’re not alone, AND that you’ve got tools around you to lean on. Let this be the nudge to take care of yourself in the ways that matter most! I’d love to hear how you’re navigating your own highs and lows and come connect with me on Instagram @AlliArruda! 

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Welcome back to Inspire + Move! In this solo episode, I’m opening up about a story that’s shaped so much of who I am today! It’s all about how my passion for fitness grew from personal loss, and how that passion became a business built on healing, strength, and real impact. It’s not always a straight path from what moves us emotionally to what drives us professionally. I’ll be  reflecting on the turning points,some painful, some empowering, that ultimately led to creating BENCHMARK Fitness and building a life that feels aligned and deeply fulfilling.

Listen to the full episode to hear more about:
• How fitness became my anchor after losing my brother, and how it helped me begin to heal.
• The journey from an unhealthy relationship with body image to embracing strength, energy, and long-term health.
•  Leaving the security of a corporate job to pursue a bigger purpose, even when the timing didn’t feel perfect.
• The reality of entrepreneurship through uncertainty, and what kept us going through pandemic challenges.
•  Why it’s worth doing a “passion audit” to reconnect with what lights you up, and how that can become something more.

If you’ve ever wondered how to build something meaningful from your experiences, this episode will give you the honesty behind the highlight reel. I always love hearing what resonates with you! Come say hi on Instagram @AlliArruda and let me know what part of the episode stuck out! 

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Join me for a little solo episode today, where I’m diving into one of my absolute favourite topics: building community! However I’ll focus on community not only for connection, but as a powerful business strategy too! I’m pulling back the layers on how community can be the cornerstone of your success and sharing my own journey of cultivating spaces that inspire growth, connection and lasting impact. I’ve seen firsthand the magic that happens when people come together with a shared purpose, andI’ve witnessed the incredible energy and business growth that comes from genuine, heart-centered connections.

Listen in to hear more on:
• Building community with purpose and why community is not just a feel-good idea, but a smart business strategy.
• Making connections beyond the typical borders. (like our BENCHMARK Fitness App!)
• The story behind Women Inspiring Women and Girlfriends Walk, and why face-to-face connection matters.
• The ripple effect of community and small gatherings can transform into life-changing partnerships, real stories of impact and growth.
• Why community is your business superpower and how authentic relationships translate to trust, support, and business growth.

Whether it’s through events, online spaces, or simply reaching out and connecting with others, I hope this episode inspires you to think about how you can cultivate community in your own life! Plus, I would love to hear your thoughts on community! Are you building one? Craving one? Let me know over on Instagram at  @AlliArruda.

Mentioned:
• The Business of Belonging by David Spinks
• GIRLFRIENDS WALKs are back!

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