005: Julie Capozziello also known as @Juliexfit, is a coach and content creator. She began her fitness journey in 2020 when she started sharing her home workouts and easy recipes with her followers. Flash forward to now, she has amassed over a quarter of a million followers with her daily content providing helpful tips for beginners on their fitness journeys. Through her coaching, she strives to help everyday people make small changes that make a big impact on their health. 

In this episode, we dive into Julie’s journey of breaking free from crash diets to discovering weightlifting and tracking food. She also provides actionable tips for anyone at the beginning of their health journey, the major building blocks that you should focus on (and gimmicks to avoid), how tracking calories and macros can be a beneficial tool, how to find supportive friends and relationships, and so much more!

To connect with Julie, you can find her on Instagram and through her coaching page. 

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Recording, editing, and production by Lily Vining. Cover artwork by Liz Wardwell and Michael Fink. 

004: Today we are back with a solo episode talking about everyone's favorite topic… burnout! I will be talking about what is burnout, the mental and physical symptoms of burnout, and the difference between burnout and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). I also share my experience of reaching my breaking point and deciding I needed to shift my lifestyle, as well as strategies I implemented to overcome burnout and prevent it in the future. 

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Studies and research discussed in this episode:

Signs and symptoms of burnout

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)

Cortisol and its role in stress

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Recording, editing, and production by Lily Vining. Cover artwork by Liz Wardwell and Michael Fink. 

003: Today on the podcast we are talking to Averi Ryner. Averi is a women’s physique trainer specializing in empowering women to feel confident in their skin through lifting and holistic nutrition. Her certifications include a NASM certification and 200-hour yoga teacher training. After overcoming her toxic relationship with food and her body, Averi teaches other women how to cultivate self-love while working towards their goals. 

In this episode, we learn about Averi’s first experience of getting into fitness, how to face the challenges of hitting a weight loss or other fitness plateau, and how she overcame her toxic habits to discover balance. We also talk about the traits that the best personal trainers demonstrate, what most people get wrong when they start going to the gym, as well as the joys of rediscovering a childlike love for movement. 

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For more information on Averi and to train with her, connect with her at Averikfitness on Instagram. 

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Recording, editing, and production by Lily Vining. Cover artwork by Liz Wardwell and Michael Fink. 

002: Today on the podcast we are talking to Alexander Colon. Alex, also known by the stage name Worldwide Wednesday, is a hip-hop artist, songwriter, producer, and changemaker. He is the founder and CEO of The Ripple Effect, a dynamic creative hub connecting artists to opportunities and fostering positive change within Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and beyond through music festivals, conferences, and student programs. Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavors, Alex's commitment to mentorship ensures the next generation of artists is equipped with the tools for success, highlighting his unwavering dedication to advancing the creative community.

In this episode, Alex sits down with us to talk about how he first started writing and recording music, turned his passion into his livelihood, and formed a creative community that he sought when he was growing up. He also shares his advice for finding the path that is meant for you, listening to intuition, and mentoring the next generation.

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For more information on Alex and The Ripple Effect, visit https://www.sflrippleeffect.com and WorldWideWednesday on Instagram.

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Recording, editing, and production by Lily Vining. Cover artwork by Liz Wardwell and Michael Fink. 

#001: On today's episode, we are talking about starting something new! Whether this is a new habit you are trying to adopt, a skill you want to learn, or a change you are making to improve your life, these tips can prepare you to take the first step.

Links to research and topics discussed in this video:

Malcolm Gladwell and the 10,000 Hour Rule

The 10,000 Hour Rule debunked

Envisioning your way to success

From mental power to muscle power: gaining strength by using the mind

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If you're a 20-something trying to find a balance between self-improvement and self-care, you've landed in the right spot. Welcome to 'Level Up with Lily,' where we talk fitness, lifestyle, career, mental health, and more. Here we are unpacking the latest fitness trends, sharing the secrets to finding your purpose, and hearing firsthand stories of successes and setbacks, all while embracing the unpredictable challenges life throws our way. Join me and my guests as we tackle a variety of topics and offer you actionable strategies to integrate into your daily life. Ready to kickstart your path to personal growth? Join me and together let's level up!

New episodes will be released every week. Please be on the lookout for both solo episodes and interviews coming soon.

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