Today, I’m joined by my friend Kristina Kmieliauskaite, a WeMoa community member who instantly stood out—not just for her positive energy in training but also for her deep knowledge of neuroscience.

We dive into a fascinating topic: why your brain struggles to tell the difference between real and perceived danger. Whether it’s pushing through a tough workout, taking an ice bath, or having a hard conversation, our brains can sometimes work against us. But understanding how the brain processes fear can help us stay calm, perform better, and make life’s challenges feel a little easier.

In this episode, we discuss:

🔥 Why your brain can’t always tell what’s real vs. imagined danger

🧊 How this relates to ice baths, training, and daily life

💡 Practical techniques to stay calm in stressful situations

🗣️ How to approach hard conversations without fear taking over

If you’ve ever doubted yourself, hesitated before taking action, or just want to understand your mind better—this episode is for you!

How to get in touch with Kristina:

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👉 Listen in and let us know—what’s a moment when your brain tricked you into fear?

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In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Josh (@arcticbreathlofoten) to dive into his unique life in the north of Sweden. We talk about how we met, our adventure to the Arctic Circle, and the lessons learned along the way. Josh shares his experience building natural homes, his approach to sustainable living, and the philosophy behind his work.From ice baths and ski tours to constructing homes that blend into nature, this episode is packed with inspiring stories about resilience, craftsmanship, and embracing the elements.🔹 Topics we cover:✔️ Life in the Arctic: How Josh thrives in extreme conditions✔️ Our journey to the Arctic Circle & what we learned✔️ Building natural homes: Sustainable architecture & self-sufficiency✔️ Daily practices for strength, mindfulness, and connection to nature🌲 Follow Josh:⁠@arcticbreathlofoten⁠📩 Let’s keep the conversation going! Drop a comment with your thoughts, questions, or favorite moments from the episode.🔔 Subscribe for More! Don’t miss future episodes—hit the subscribe button and turn on notifications!🎧 Listen on the go: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4w4ppypwJZyihA3qLQdYsY?si=62b45d76b7f9448aApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/moa-noah-podcast/id1794079972Noah's Instagram: https://instagram.com/noaheubanks__https://www.coachnoah.de/Josh's Instagram: https://instagram.com/arcticbreathlofoten.comhttps://www.arcticbreathlofoten.com#Podcast #ArcticLiving #NaturalBuilding #Adventure #Breathwork #SustainableLiving #Resilience #StrengthTraining #FitnessEvolution #CoachNoah #MoaNoahPodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Taylan Kurt—someone who isn’t just a politician but a real part of the Moabit community. As a Member of the Berlin House of Representatives, Taylan has a unique perspective on what makes our neighborhood special and how grassroots initiatives like WeMoa can play a role in shaping its future.

We talk about growing up in Moabit, the power of real human connections, and how movement, health, and community-driven projects can make an impact. This isn’t a political conversation—it’s a discussion about people, purpose, and how we can all contribute to something bigger than ourselves.

If you care about local community, movement, and positive change, this one’s for you!

Connect with Taylan Kurt:

🔗 Website: taylan-kurt.de

📷 Instagram: @taylan_kurt

🐦 Twitter/X: @kurttaylanz

📌 Join WeMoa & Be Part of the Community:

👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZKQjtizDfs4Y08IFEhHOs

🎙 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share! Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments—what’s one thing you love about your community?

In this episode, I sit down with one of the most powerful figures in health and fitness—Alex Hipwell. She’s an absolute force, a leader in the industry, and someone I’m lucky enough to call a friend.

We dive deep into her incredible evolution—from professional dance to bodybuilding, CrossFit, and now leading the charge in women’s health. We unpack mental resilience, how to conquer fear and self-doubt, and why nutrition may (or may not) play a bigger role than training in transforming your physique.

Alex also breaks down myths about women’s strength training and shares insights from her Lifting Women project—helping women train smarter, not smaller.

Of course, we keep it fun too—talking about Berlin’s best years, her favorite food spots, and the next big fitness event on her schedule.

🔥 Topics We Cover:

✔️ How Alex navigated massive career shifts in fitness

✔️ The real key to mental resilience (what’s the ‘leg day’ of mindset training?)

✔️ Nutrition vs. workouts—what truly changes your body?

✔️ The biggest myths about women’s health & strength training

✔️ Fun Berlin stories, favorite foods, and what’s next

🎧 Listen now and get inspired!

📩 Let’s connect! Drop a comment below—what was your biggest takeaway from this conversation?

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Episode 2: My Training, My Life, and How It’s All Changed 🎙🏋️‍♂️🏃‍♂️In this episode of the WeMoa Podcast, I sit down with Kim to explore their journey, insights, and experiences. From fitness and mindset to community and personal growth, we dive into a conversation full of wisdom, stories, and actionable takeaways.🚀 What you’ll hear in this episode:✔️ Kim’s background and what drives her✔️ Lessons from her journey into motherhood and beyond✔️ The power of "motivation"✔️ Practical takeaways for living with a crazy coach like me📩 Let’s keep the conversation going! Drop a comment with your thoughts, questions, or favorite moments from the episode.🔔 Subscribe for More! Don’t miss future episodes—hit the subscribe button and turn on notifications!🎧 Listen on the go: https://open.spotify.com/show/4w4ppypwJZyihA3qLQdYsY?si=864079f40f854371Noah's Instagram: https://instagram.com/noaheubanks__https://www.coachnoah.de/

Episode 2: My Training, My Life, and How It’s All Changed 🎙🏋️‍♂️🏃‍♂️

In this episode, I get personal—diving into how my training has evolved over the years, the struggles I’ve faced, and where I’m at right now. If you’ve ever had to adapt your training due to life changes, injuries, or just straight-up exhaustion, this one’s for you.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Training as a Dad – Before having kids, I didn’t fully understand how hard it is to balance fitness and family. Now, with two little ones, I’ve had to rethink everything—but I refuse to let it be an excuse.

💥 Overcoming Setbacks – In 2021, I faced severe health challenges that knocked me down for years. After countless ups and downs, I’m finally making real progress—and I’ll share how I’m getting back to full strength.

🏋️‍♂️ Current Training Routine – I break down my 5-6 day training schedule, why I’m focusing on bodyweight movement, and how I’m keeping running and strength training in the mix.

🏆 Do You Train with a Plan? – Right now, I’m enjoying the freedom of training without the pressure of an event, but I’m thinking about signing up for HYROX (after a ski injury ruined my last attempt!).

🔥 What is HYROX? – A fast-growing fitness competition that’s intense but accessible for everyone—a mix of running, strength, and endurance.

If you’re navigating life, fitness, and adapting to new challenges, tune in and let’s talk about it.

💬 Let me know—are you training with a plan, or just moving for the love of it? DM me, drop a comment, or send a carrier pigeon.

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Episode 1: Welcome to the Moa Noah Podcast! 🎙🔥

In this first episode, I finally launch the Moa Noah Podcast—a space where we dive into health, fitness, endurance, mindset, and community in a way that’s fun, insightful, and actually useful.

I’ll introduce myself (spoiler: ex-athlete, movement nerd, and endurance junkie), share my journey from chasing a pro soccer dream to coaching and building communities, and break down what this podcast is all about. Expect real talk on training, mental health, recovery, and pushing limits, plus conversations with athletes, experts, and interesting people from all walks of life.

Stick around till the end for a quick breathwork session, and let’s get this journey started! 🚀

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💬 Got questions or topics? DM me on Instagram or send a carrier pigeon. 🕊️

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🔗 Check out the vlog of my adventure swim from Germany to Denmark in the episode description!