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Sleepless nights got you feeling like a zombie? Which came first - crappy sleep or the anxiety? Which can we work on to improve the other?

For this chat, Tayler, our psychotherapist, has some really interesting takes on anxiety and particularly when it comes to sleep. Sleep in itself can be such a source for anxiety - the pressure to get the best and most sleep. 

Tayler will share what insomnia is, uncover the root causes keeping you up at night, explore the serious implications of chronic sleep deprivation (physically and mentally)  and, most importantly, arm you with actionable strategies to reclaim your sleep and conquer insomnia for good. 

Get ready to FINALLY  rest easy! 

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Keto? Paleo? Juice cleanses? They're everywhere! But do these trendy diets *really* work, or are they just fleeting fads? 

 This episode is your ultimate guide to navigating the confusing world of fad diets. We'll explore: What is a FAD diet? the common pitfalls of restrictive diets, the science (or lack thereof) behind popular trends, how to identify red flags and avoid potential harm, as well as alternatives to fad diets for achieving sustainable health and weight loss. 

Stop chasing the latest craze and start making informed choices about your nutrition! 

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In this week's episode, we switch gears and redirect our focus to mental health. We take you through the topic of struggle and what it is. 

Struggle is a significant driver to personal growth. Why? Because it forces us to self advocate, adapt, learn, and develop resilience. Overcoming challenges (especially unexpected ones) pushes us out of our comfort zones, teaches us how to find solutions, gives us the chance to practice gratitude, and helps us build stronger character traits and values.

We break down what struggle is, why it is an important determinant to a fulfilling life, what it can help us gain, and how we can purposefully implement struggle into our daily life to prepare for bigger and more brutal situations. And of course, we share our personal experiences with adversity in hopes of continuing to build a relationship with you our listeners.

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In this episode, Tanner, a Certified Nutritionist & Personal Trainer guides us through what sports nutrition is, why it is important to eat BEFORE and AFTER you workout, and what the best pre and post workout meals are. We share our personal experiences over the years, insights through our own education, as well as the research behind these statements. 

Tanner has experience coaching over 400+ people, studied at Conestoga College and after got his certification in Nutrition and is filled with knowledge in how diet and exercise impact muscle and whole-body health and longevity. 

If you find yourself wondering IF you should eat before training (spoiler…YES you should) or unsure what exactly it is you should be eating, this episode is for you. Tune in as we suggest specific nutritional recommendations for optimal health: what to eat, how much to eat, the timing of meals, the essential need for adequate quality protein, supplementation (is it necessary?)

Reference: 

Ormsbee, M. J., Bach, C. W., & Baur, D. A. (2014). Pre-exercise nutrition: the role of macronutrients, modified starches and supplements on metabolism and endurance performance. Nutrients, 6(5), 1782–1808. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu6051782

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Welcome to this week's episode! 

Have you ever felt disappointed with your “life plan”, expectations set for yourself or the checklist you created? Today we talk about the common feeling of being disappointed with where your life is at, the timeline not aligning with your expectations or feeling like you are not showing up for yourself and goals like you thought you would.

This is the episode for you - perspective, wisdom, understanding and validation. 

We share our personal experiences with disappointment when we don't prioritize ourselves, follow a path we don't align with, or when our perfectly curated life plan changes without our permission. Next, we explore just how our mental health is affected in both cases and what you can do to reverse this deep feeling of disappointment!

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In this episode, we bring you our thoughts on a few essential life lessons that school doesn't teach us. 

While traditional education focuses on academics there are fundamental lessons, values, concepts and mindsets that too often get overlooked—things like emotional intelligence, gratitude, how to be mindfully aware of the present moment, value systems and independence. 

Join us for a good laugh (cannot go an episode without some kind of sibling banter!) and insight on what we believe are some valuable life lessons that you only get the chance to learn and grasp outside the classroom. Although we both agree on the importance of these lessons, we have opposing ideas on why and how they are important. 

Are these more important than what the education system currently provides us?

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Nutrition can feel like a complex word which makes the idea of it intimidating. But when you break it down it’s quite simple! If you don't believe that yet, you will after this episode. 

Tanner takes us through a thorough, yet quick explanation of nutrition, how it gives us energy, and how we can gain even more energy through simplifying it. He also carries us through a breakdown of key strategies on just how to eat simple and the dramatic effects it has on your body and mind. 

Simplifying nutrition, health and wellbeing by breaking down this major concept will be a stepping stone for a richer, fuller, more functional life!

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Starting a fitness journey can feel overwhelming and intimidating. But, that shouldn’t stop you from pursuing your fitness goals because guess what? Anyone who is involved in fitness started from the beginning, too. As a beginner in the fitness world, you can lean on the experiences of others to begin your own.

There are countless things we both wish we knew before starting our fitness journeys. However, there are still proven ways to maximize your experience and progress as a “fitness beginner”.

So yeah, everyone’s journey is different! We are sure that most athletes or generally active people would admit they wish they knew then what they know now. Throughout our years in the fitness world, as an athlete, runner, Hyrox competitor, half marathon runner and Certified Personal Trainer, we have gained invaluable lessons through education and personal experience.

 Today, these are the things we wish we knew before starting our fitness journey.

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Have you noticed yourself speaking or thinking negatively? Being pessimistic about life and where you are at? We have noticed an increase in this and felt the urge to discuss! 

Based on current research, people are likely comparing themselves to others more so today than in the past due to social media (not surprising). Always seeing curated, seemingly perfect versions of other people's lives.

In this episode, we explore why it’s so easy to get caught up in negative thinking and how we can work on shifting this. Learning to manage your inner dialogue and cultivate healthier thought patterns, you’ll start to shift your perspective and have a positive outlook on life.

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Do you notice yourself focusing on your end goal more than the actual journey of getting there? Do you notice yourself constantly unfulfilled once you reach your goal and frustrated with why? If you answered yes to either question then this episode is for you. 

This is an extra special show as we bring you our first guest speaker! Cole is a World Class 2x Time Natural Bodybuilding Pro Card holder and he is opening up about his personal experience with only focusing on the end goal vs appreciating the process to get there. We took the opportunity to get Cole's perspective on the often-overlooked magic of the journey and why it’s crucial to focus on the process. 

Too many people get caught up in crossing off the next milestone, but what happens when we stop to enjoy the steps along the way? We chat about why we get off track and how to get back on, what makes a goal and “good” goal, and how that specific goal can help create a journey we actually want to be on

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