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Grief, resilience, and the pursuit of something greater; this episode is deeply personal. I sit down with IFBB Pro Rachel Williams, a powerhouse in the fitness world with a story that will move you to your core. Rachel opens up about the moment she stepped off the stage, earning her Pro card, and the journey that led her there one marked by profound loss, relentless determination, and unwavering faith.

We dive into her brother’s battle with addiction, the weight of grief, and how bodybuilding became both an escape and a path to healing. Rachel shares raw, unfiltered moments of navigating the darkest days, finding hope in the most unexpected places, and how she carries her brother’s legacy with her every single day.

But this episode isn’t just about the past, it’s about the now. Rachel walks us through her and her husband’s journey with IVF, the emotional and physical toll, and the faith that keeps them moving forward.

This one’s about resilience, purpose, and learning to live with intention through every season, every challenge, and every transformation.

Listen in. This one’s special.

You can connect with Rachel here:
IG - https://www.instagram.com/rachell_price/?hl=en

Key Moments:
1:00 Intro to Rachel Williams
4:07 The Loss of Her Brother & Its Impact
10:00 Coping With Grief Through Fitness
12:24 Competing as an IFBB Pro & Challenges
17:02 Mental & Emotional Struggles Post-Loss
20:28 Living With a Sibling Struggling With Addiction
26:05 The Impact of Her Brother’s Legacy
28:50 IVF Journey & Overcoming Fertility Challenges
37:00 Signs From Her Brother & Keeping His Memory Alive
40:02 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Challenges
45:16 Living With Intention in This Season of Life

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What happens when life forces you to slow down? When the warning signs pile up, but you keep pushing forward until suddenly, you can’t anymore?

In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with Dr. Jordan Trapp, a naturopathic doctor, personal trainer, and an absolute warrior. Jordan’s journey has been anything but linear transitioning from fitness into medicine, navigating a shocking cancer diagnosis at just 29, and redefining what it truly means to heal.

We talk about the warning signs we ignore, the resilience of the female body, and the uncomfortable truth about modern healthcare, how conventional medicine and holistic approaches need to work together. Jordan also opens up about losing her hair overnight, facing fear head-on, and how her faith became her anchor in the storm.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty, this episode will hit home. We dive into stress, burnout, autoimmune health, and why so many women push past their breaking point before seeking help.

This one’s raw, real, and full of insight. Listen in and learn how to start living intentionally before your body forces you to.

Key Moments:
1:49 From Personal Trainer to Naturopathic Doctor
7:21 Jordan’s Personal Health Struggles
16:04 Importance of Regular Blood Work
26:36 Cancer Diagnosis & Navigating the Emotional Impact
38:04 Mental Health, Loneliness & Processing Trauma
43:33 Faith & Finding Strength in the Hardest Moments
52:59 Biggest Lessons from Cancer

Dr. Jordan Trapp info:
IG - https://www.instagram.com/jordan.trappp/?hl=en
Website - https://www.drjordantrapp.com/

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I’ve always believed that confidence isn’t found on a scale, in a dress size, or in the mirror, it’s something you build from within. And today’s guest, Courtney Lombardo, embodies that truth in every way.

Courtney’s story isn’t just about weight loss it’s about identity, self-worth, and breaking free from the patterns that keep us stuck. A Midwest girl at heart, she moved across the country, faced heartbreak, battled insecurities, and learned that losing weight wasn’t enough to fill the void she felt inside. In this episode, we dive deep into the mental and emotional shifts that transformed her from a people-pleasing, party-going college student into a woman who now walks in confidence, strength, and purpose.

We talk about:
🔥 The dark side of weight loss no one talks about
🔥 Why confidence has nothing to do with how you look
🔥 Learning to say no to the things that don’t serve you
🔥 The power of faith, integrity, and intentional living
🔥 How to break free from the cycle of seeking external validation

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” things but still feel lost, this episode is for you. Tune in and let’s talk about what it really takes to build a life you’re proud of.

👉 Follow Courtney: https://www.instagram.com/cbardofit/

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Key Moments:
1:30 Who is Courtney Lombardo?
3:03 Weight Loss & the Unexpected Challenges That Came With It
9:02 Navigating Social Pressures While Changing My Life
13:39 Losing Weight Wasn’t Enough to Build Confidence
16:57 Finding True Confidence Through Faith
21:00 The Power of Saying No & Living With Integrity
27:40 What Most People Get Wrong About Motivation
33:39 The Role of Habits & Planning Ahead in Sustainable Health
36:00 Navigating a Busy Year
45:11 Preparing for Future Seasons of Life
54:04 What Living Intentionally Looks Like in 2025

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Sometimes, life strips everything away; our possessions, our comfort, our identity, only to leave us with something more powerful: clarity.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Chris Shade, founder of Quicksilver Scientific, a man whose journey through loss, detoxification, and relentless curiosity has reshaped the way we understand health. From watching his home burn to the ground just months after his divorce to battling mercury toxicity that nearly wrecked his body, Chris has lived through the fire literally and figuratively. But instead of being consumed by it, he emerged with a deeper understanding of how the body works, how toxins hijack our health, and how we can reclaim our vitality.

We dive into the truth about heavy metal detox, why so many women struggle with perimenopause and menopause (and what they can do about it), and how his mother’s passing ignited a passion to help others live longer, healthier lives. Chris doesn’t just talk about science he brings raw, lived experience into every word.

If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you, if you’ve struggled with fatigue, anxiety, or hormonal imbalances, this conversation is for you.

Key Moments:
3:18 Mercury Poisoning & Chris's Breaking Point
5:49 Discovering the Right Way to Detox
9:30 A Personal Loss: Chris's Mother’s Passing
19:00 From Organic Farming to Detox Science
22:38 Why Women Struggle with Detox & Hormones
26:43 Groundbreaking Hormone & Detox Protocols
33:28 The Truth About Estrogen & Why Most Women Fear It
40:47 Environmental Toxins & The Silent Hormone Disruptors

Chris Shade info:
IG - @dr.christophershade
Website - www.quicksilverscientific.com

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There was a time when I believed my worth was measured by the number on the scale, the size of my jeans, and the discipline I could impose on my body. But as I sat down with today’s guest, Paige Simmons, I was reminded that health, true, sustainable health, has nothing to do with restriction and everything to do with freedom.

Paige is a coach, athlete, and someone who has walked through the fire of disordered eating, extreme dieting, and the relentless pursuit of physical perfection. In this episode, she gets raw about the highs and the heartbreaks of her journey from stepping on stage as a competitive bodybuilder to losing herself in the obsession of meal plans, over-exercising, and the vicious cycle of bingeing and restriction.

But this isn’t just a story about struggle. It’s about redemption. About finding balance. About recognizing that our bodies are not meant to be punished but honored. Paige shares how she rebuilt her relationship with food, restored her health, and ultimately found peace not just with her body, but with her soul.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset when it comes to health, this episode is for you.

Key Moments:
2:00 Paige’s Journey with Bodybuilding & Disordered Eating
4:52 The Extremes of Bodybuilding & Its Consequences
7:50 The Rock Bottom Moment
14:50 The Importance of Whole Foods & Women’s Health
22:00 Overcoming the ‘All or Nothing’ Mentality
29:00 Identity Shifts & Finding Faith
35:00 Sitting with Discomfort Instead of Numbing It
45:00 Living Intentionally & Moving Forward

Paige Simmons info:
IG - @psimmonsfit
TikTok  - @psimmonsfit

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In this episode of the Intentional Health for Women Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Sara Michelle to explore the profound power of healing, growth, and finding strength through life’s toughest seasons. Sara shares her journey of navigating betrayal, rediscovering her self-worth, and learning to let go. Her candid reflections on using fitness, faith, and community as anchors during tumultuous times will leave you inspired to lean into your own process of transformation.

We dive into the emotional and physical impacts of trauma, the journey from survival to thriving, and the unexpected breakthroughs Sara experienced during a transformative somatic breathwork class. She opens up about finding peace amidst chaos and creating a healthy, intentional foundation for her children.

This conversation is more than just fitness. It’s about resilience, vulnerability, and redefining what it means to live intentionally as a woman and a mother. Sara’s story is a testament to the strength we discover when we embrace our feelings, hold ourselves with grace, and commit to personal growth.

If you’ve ever felt lost or longed for a way to reclaim your power, this episode is for you.

Key Moments:
1:40 Sara’s first experience with somatic breathwork
4:50 The impact of betrayal trauma
15:20 Letting go and finding safety through faith
17:59 Navigating loneliness and rediscovering self-worth
27:19 Behavioral differences in kids based on nutrition
31:18 Teaching her children healthy habits and values
36:00 Faith as an anchor during life’s upheavals
41:58 Healing isn’t linear
50:19 Living intentionally in 2025

Sara Michelle info:
IG - @saramichelle_with2ls

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This week on the Intentional Health for Women Podcast, I had the honor of sitting down with Emma Duncan, a powerhouse in health and fitness, whose journey is as inspiring as it is raw. Emma’s story takes us through the challenges of navigating anxiety, eating disorders, and the pressures of societal expectations, to discovering the transformative power of strength training and self-awareness. She opens up about how strength not only reshaped her body but also healed her relationship with food, self-worth, and ultimately, her purpose.

We explored the delicate dance between masculine and feminine energy, the dynamics of partnership, and what it means to truly slow down in a world that celebrates constant hustle. Emma’s journey from a creative childhood to a thriving powerlifting career and now, newlywed life, highlights the beauty of evolution and honoring each season of life.

If you’ve ever felt like you were carrying the weight of control or battling the “shoulds” in life, Emma’s vulnerability will resonate deeply. Together, we talk about what it means to live intentionally and find balance in relationships, business, and personal growth.

Key Moments:
1:07 Emma’s Childhood and Battling Bulimia
7:32 Balancing Control in Health and Fitness
12:25 Journey into Powerlifting
18:14 Fitness and Its Impact on Relationships
27:02 Masculine and Feminine Energy in Relationships
37:00 Navigating Business Ownership as a Couple
43:03 Overcoming the Need for Control
1:00:00 Advice on Goal Setting and Prioritization

Emma Duncan info:
IG - @itsemmaduncan
IG - @alltru_hp
Website - www.alltruhp.com

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In this deeply personal episode of The Intentional Health for Women Podcast, I sit down with Katie Chiara, a fitness coach and faith-driven powerhouse who’s redefining what it means to find freedom in fitness. Katie’s story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and unwavering faith. She opens up about her struggles with eating disorders, body image, and the societal pressures that shaped her path, sharing how these challenges ultimately led her to find strength through Christ and a renewed sense of purpose.

We dive into the complex relationship between fitness and faith, exploring how treating our bodies as temples goes far beyond aesthetics—it's about fueling ourselves to serve others and honoring the gifts we've been given. Katie also shares how she’s infused her coaching business, Fit and Free Coaching, with the values of food freedom, faith, and authenticity, guiding women to break free from diet culture and societal expectations.

If you’ve ever felt weighed down by the need for approval, struggled with self-worth, or wondered how faith can transform your approach to health and life, this episode is for you.

Key Moments:
1:00 Who is Katie Chiara?
4:17 The Impact of Diet Culture in Adolescence
9:00 The Turning Point: Losing and Regaining Her Cycle
22:00 Struggles with Substances and Finding Self-Acceptance
27:25 Building a Strong Relationship with God
41:00 God’s Role in Business and Coaching
50:42 Living Intentionally in 2025

Katie Chiara:
IG - @ktchiara
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-chiara/

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On this episode of the Intentional Health for Women Podcast, I sit down with the inspiring Carly Wilsey, a woman whose journey through faith, family, and fitness is nothing short of remarkable. Carly and I dive deep into her roots, growing up in a fitness-driven family, and how that foundation shaped her into the strong woman she is today. From navigating autoimmune challenges like Hashimoto’s to rediscovering herself post-pregnancy, Carly shares how she overcame physical and emotional battles while staying grounded in her faith.

We explore her experiences in bodybuilding both the highs of achieving physical excellence and the struggles with body dysmorphia, anxiety, and the pressures of the sport. Carly opens up about the tough lessons learned, why she decided to step away from the stage, and how she’s now redefining what “healthy” means in her life.

We also talk about her thriving business, The Perfect Pancake, which she co-owns with her mom. Carly’s authenticity shines as she discusses balancing motherhood, marriage, and entrepreneurship, all while leaning on her faith and the discipline she’s built through fitness.

If you’ve ever wondered how to live intentionally in your health, relationships, and faith, this episode will resonate deeply. Carly’s story reminds us all that growth happens through both the valleys and the peaks.

Key Moments:
1:20 Intro to Carly Wilsey
6:00 Postpartum Journey and Hashimoto’s Diagnosis
12:00 Navigating Autoimmune Disease
23:00 The Emotional Toll of Bodybuilding
30:30 Faith As a Guiding Force
48:00 Building The Perfect Pancake with Her Mom

Carly Wilsey info:
IG - @thehealthbabe_
TikTok - @thehealthbabe
The perfect pancake - theperfectpancake.shop
IG - @theperfectpancake_

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This week on The Intentional Health for Women Podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Sam Wallace, a fitness coach with a story that’s nothing short of extraordinary. Sam’s journey began as a competitive dancer and evolved into bodybuilding, but along the way, she faced a diagnosis that changed her life: stage 4 endometriosis.

In this episode, Sam opens up about her ten-year battle with endometriosis, navigating a series of misdiagnoses, emergency surgeries, and the heartbreaking reality of multiple miscarriages. Her vulnerability and raw honesty shine as she shares the physical, emotional, and mental toll of her experiences and how she found strength through it all.

We dove deep into the realities of autoimmune diseases, the importance of mental health in physical healing, and how Sam rebuilt her relationship with her body and food. She also shares practical insights for managing endometriosis through nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle adjustments.

Sam’s resilience and her determination to live intentionally despite the obstacles she’s faced are truly inspiring. This is more than just a story of survival; it’s a testament to the power of perseverance and hope.

Key Moments:
2:45 Sam's Endometriosis Diagnosis
5:22 Life Before Diagnosis: Dancing and Early Symptoms
13:02 Emergency Surgery and Life-Saving 
17:02 Challenges with Fertility
27:00 Navigating Miscarriages and Ectopic Pregnancies
48:00 Coping with Postpartum Depression
54:10 Managing Endometriosis Through Lifestyle and Nutrition

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