Obviously, we don’t want to make light of the covid-19 catastrophe.  We know that thousands  lost their lives, lost loved ones, lost jobs, lost sanity!  BUT - we do think there are some things that we were forced to change that some may argue, are changed for the better!  Listen in as we take a second to reflect back and consider some of these positive changes.

Currently Cross Training with: Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

Finishers

Mandy: Pursuit Digital

Haley: Landing House

This is a #fitnessmagic episode where we discuss our experience trying aerial yoga at local boutique studio in Maryville, TN called Studio P.   We had a blast and it was totally NOT what we thought it would be like.  Listen in to hear all about it.

Currently Cross Training with:  Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell (to be discussed on the episode that drops May 7th).

Finishers:

Mandy: Vuori - Super cool athleisure-wear

Haley: Canva - the place to create nearly ANYTHING when it comes to graphic design 

This is a "cross training" episode where Mandy and Haley discuss their thoughts and takeaways on the book "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly.   

NEW cross training book:  Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell (to be discussed on the podcast that drops May 6)

Finishers:

Mandy - Nate Bargatze - The Greatest Average American on Netflix

Haley - The GIST USA - Instagram Account

It is game day!!!  Today we are playing another round of "would you rather".  Because awards season is upon us we felt discusses entertainment icons was only appropriate.  From Justin Timberlake vs. Justin Beiber to CSI vs. Law and Order, we have you covered.

Currently Cross Training with:  Hidden Figures - to be discussed in episode 32 that drops April 2nd.

Finishers:

Mandy: Ted Lasso

Haley:  Air Pods (have you heard of them?? 😂)

The US is the world's largest health and wellness market, with 41,370 clubs, and an annual growth rate of 4.5% (pre-Covid). Industry revenue is growing at a slightly higher rate of 8.4% and is currently estimated at $35 billion.

Within this industry are several options (virtual, online, wearable, outside, big box and boutique) We are going to look at how the Big Box gym compares and competes with the Boutique experience.

Also, there is a hilarious tangent at the end about school pick up lines.  

Current Cross Training:  Hidden Figures (Discussed on the podcast that drops April 2nd). 

Finishers:

Mandy - Haribo Gummy Bears

Haley - Skinny Dipped Almonds

Fitness Magic time!!  This episode is all about Mandy's and Haley's experience trying out Title Boxing Club in Knoxville, TN for the first time.  Hear them discuss who they think it is for as well as how they think it stacks up against some of the other fitness magic experiences they have had.  

Cross Training - Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly to be discussed on the episode that drops April 2nd.

Finishers:

Mandy - Just Bare Chicken Chunks - Mandy gets them at Costco

Haley - Outdoor Running Workouts on the Peloton App

In this #crosstraining episode, Mandy and Haley discuss their thoughts on the book, "The Coddling of the American Mind".  Haley was not a huge fan while Mandy seemed to enjoy it a bit more.  This is definitely more fit-seriousness than fit-tainment, BUT we think the discussion overall is worthwhile.  Did you read it?  If so tell us what you thought on Instagram.

New Cross Training Book:  Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly - We will break it down on the episode that drops April 2nd.

Finishers:

Mandy - Fitness Dice

Haley - Bradley's Chocolate Peppermint Patties

The moment you have been waiting for 😉.... we created a workout a playlist!   Mandy and Haley present some of their top picks for a workout playlist.  Go check out the Jonesercisepod Spotify to check out our playlists**.  

Also, here is Joanna Prancercise that Mandy mentioned while talking about her ankle weights.

Cross Training - Coddling of the American Mind, to be discussed on the episode that drops March 5th.

Finishers:

Mandy - Liquid IV

Haley - The_Fittest_Wizard on Instagram

**Haley was not able to find the 2nd song on her playlist on Spotify.  The song is called "Fight for This Love" (Ultrabeat Remix) onn the Ultimate NRG album

This an episode full of our thoughts on some of our favorite current reality TV shows. Mandy talks "American Idol" and Haley talk MTV's "The Challenge".  Later we discuss how our predicted final four in "The Bachelor" compare to who is actually still standing.  Also, we round robin on all things Housewives.  Finally, Haley makes yet another pitch for "Married at First Sight". 

Current "Cross Training" to be discussed on the March 5th episode - The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt

Finishers:

Mandy - Tom Brown's Body - Podcast

Haley - To Sell Is Human by Dan Pink

This is a #FitnessMagic episode all about Jazzercise!!!  We finally got to go and take a Jazzercise class - the program that is one of the inspirations for our namesake!!  We had a great time.  The music, the moves and the no mirrors atmosphere made this class a lot of fun.  Listen in to hear all about our experience.

Current Cross Training Book:  The Coddling of the American Mind (to be discussed on the the episode that drops Friday, March 5).

Finishers:

Mandy:  Harriet (the movie)

Haley:  Cocoringa Hot Chocolate