My Fitness Journey

“If you’re not having a good time doing something, you won’t stay consistent, and consistency is the name of the game”

- Fit Fun Carly Philosophy  

Discussion Topics: 

 About Carly Fauth 

• A passion for helping people find joy in Fitness  
• Physical Activities Growing up 
• Sports - Basketball, Softball, Tennis, Running etc.   
• Mom of 2 boys   
• Fitness Instructor - 7 yrs  
• Barr 
• Yoga  
• Splash-it - Aqua Fitness  
• Tri-Athlete (Swimming, Biking, Running)  

A Fit Family  

• Fitness as part of everyday activities  
• Fitness as a norm 
• Wholesale eaters  
• Everything in balance, moderation  
• Is it fun…?  

The Power of Influence  

• Parental influence 
• Community influence  
• Action speaks louder than words   
• Results  

Life Abroad - Trying a new Carly  

• Denmark & Spain  
• Finding your identity  
• Food & Culture  
• A healthy relationship with food  

Carly’s Fitness Journey  

• Movement or activity every day 
• Triathlon - “That looks really fun” 
• Keeping things fun, something enjoyable  
• Races & Celebrations  

Fit Fun Carly Brand & Mindset  

• Philosophy  
• Consistency is the name of the game  
• Be creative & motivated  
• Creating a Lifestyle change  
• Specialties  
• Barr Fitness (strengthen, lengthen, posture)  
• The Carly Way: Strength & Fun  
• A sense of lightness & humor  
• Splash-It 
• Party in the pool  
• High-intensity water aerobics  
• Training programs  

Note: This is an episode everyone can relate to, whether you're a mom, an athlete, or a coach. We are grateful to Carly for being such a fun guest! Her emergency is remarkable! You do not want to miss this episode.

Discussion Topics: 

About Michael Piña 

• Originally from Jamaica Plain (JP), Boston 
• Recently moved to Los Angeles (LA), CA  
• A career in HR (People & Culture)  
• Dancer  

Transition to LA  

• Moving with fear, but something needed to change 
• Going through it - “I didn't come here to run away”   
• When you're faced with a crossroads, you’re forced to make a decision  

Family - Culture - Food 

• Family is from the Dominican Republic & Guatemala 
• Growing up in the Latino culture  
• Relationship with food - Eating to feel good  
• Culture, Genetics & Mental Health  

 One wish to lose weight  

• The ultimate shift - sick & tired of feeling sick & tired 
• The journey - small goals, big results  
• Goal of feeling healthy, “loving myself” 
• One of the first & youngest people to get the gastric bypass surgery in Mass, in 2007  
• What worked & didn't work  
• Fixing a feeling with a feeling 
• Don't leave before the miracle happens  

NOTE: We are extremely grateful to Mike for his vulnerability and we look forward to having him back! Thank you Mike for being an inspiration to the world and looking forward to being in the audience at one of your speaking engagements!  

About Ali Rheaume

• Grew up in Blackstone, MA
• Former Elementary School Physical Education instructor, High School, Field Hockey, Softball & Track Coach, and Kids Ministry Director 
• Passion for people
• Connector - love bringing people together
• Creative Individual (studio art)
• Collegiate Field Hockey Athlete 
• Fun Fact: “Love Nature and will live in a treehouse if I could”

Discussion Topics 

A Journey of Physical Activities & Health

• From an overweight kid to a “gym rat”  
• Early years: Soccer, Field Hockey, Softball, etc.
• Adult years: Crossfit Athlete, Zumba Instructor, Paddle-board instructor, runner (casual 70 miles a week)

Total Shift - sustaining a traumatic brain injury (life-changing)

• From 100-10% function level 
• Rehab journey (5+ years in the making)

The impact of functioning at a 10% level 

• Physiological changes 
• Physical adjustments
• Emotional adjustments - “we can't wait to get the old Ali back” 
• Setting new goals
• Celebrate the small successes/the current moment and not be so quick to jump into the future

The days of challenges & frustrations 

• “I felt alone”
• In the deepest, darkest times, jump into scripture
• Allow yourself to go through the process of emotions 
• Remember your WHY (it will allow you to go much further, to eliminate comparisons) 

The will to fight (Why & How?)

• “I feel like I was born that way”
• Staying faithful during challenges
• Knowing your purpose
• Run the race of your own intentions and your own goals

Lessons learned through the journey 

• You’re worth it 
• Communication & Advocacy
• The importance of setting boundaries
• Do you only see people because of a common ground of a physical location, or are your relationships beyond that? 
• There is no shame in slowing down

Reflecting on the injury - Why you? 

• “God will always bring me through” 
• Be a light-being Jesus with skin on 

Utilizing Social Platforms to be a light

• Facebook & Clubhouse: Ali Rheaume
• Instagrams: @ali.rheaume

What does the future look like for Ali?

• Writing a book
• Public speaking & community engagement

NOTE: We are grateful to Ali for the knowledge, wisdom, and being an inspiration, a gift to the world! We look forward to having you back!

Listen to the evolution of Eric Sara’s Journey: Education (Theater - History - Fitness), Career (Business Management - Leadership - Coaching), Personal Fitness Journey (Body Building - being a Triathlon Athlete). 

About Eric Sarra 

• Stonehill College Grad 
• Theater - History - Fitness  
• Fitness Coach - Rock Solid Fitness (FL) 
• Fitness Franchisee Owner/Operator (Anytime Fitness)  
• Retired Body Builder  
• Triathlon athlete 

Discussion Topics: 

1. Eric’s Personal Fitness Journey - “My fitness Journey is changing” 
2. Body Building- “first love in fitness”  
3. The impact of PEDs in the Bodybuilding Industry 
4. Body Building Culture 
5. Surviving COVID - Eric’s experience as a  
6. Fitness Franchisee Owner/Operator (Anytime Fitness) 
7. Coaching - “The reason I got into fitness is to coach, desire & achieve fitness” 
8. High-Intensity Strength Training 

Disclaimer:

Eric is now working for Body Smart Fitness, a global coaching company based out of England. Please see the below link for more info!

https://www.bodysmartfitness.com

This episode dives into the evolution of fitness over the past 40+ years with host Thomas’ business mentor, Alan Weinberg.  

Alan is a Medical Device Consultant who has experience in fitness on many levels and can attest to changes within the fitness and nutrition industry. This is a journey you do not want to miss!   

Discussion Topics:

• Young habits & mindsets  
• Old School Equipment (Isolation focused)
• Fitness regimens    
• The need for functional movements  
• Overcoming chronic pain & alternative treatments  

Top-level Takeaways:

1. Despite getting older and several injuries, Alan never stopped exercising...just adapted to it. 
2. Alan still gets a sense of physical and mental wellness after each workout at his age. 
3. Alan learned not to feel guilty if he missed a workout or had a dip in fitness...he just re-approached fitness with new routines to refresh the experience.  
4. Eat well! Great workouts with a poor diet don’t help with weight control or fitness. 

Words of Wisdom: 

• The way you treat yourself in your 20s & 30s will come back to you, including injuries and lack of a healthy diet  
• Put good things into your life program  
• Treat yourself well early so you can live well later  
• With exercise & nutrition, you can cope to stress better  
• Try to have fun, don’t forget to enjoy the journey 

In this Episode, MFJ Host Thomas and guest Michel Richwine dive deep in the world of being an underdog athlete and how it sparked a passion in coaching and Everything in between (EIB). 

EIB is a home of pilot programming, designed to help you take off. It is a remote application that helps you in lifestyle development. The catalyst is fitness and nutrition. Other of that is: chiropractic relationships, physical therapy, financial freedom, sports or business psychology etc. 

What were your early fitness/athletic experiences? 

• Sports, wins & losses, lessons, injuries etc.
• “I am in my God-given design when I am playing sports or doing anything relating to athletics” 
• “Win the day” - Mike Patterson 
• Height doesn’t measure heart
• “Visions changes, values remain the same” - John Maxwell 
• Your Event + Your Response = Outcome (E+R = O)

About Michael Richwine

• Health & Wellness Entrepreneur
• Fitness leader
• Athlete 
• EIB Podcast Host 
• Currently a Coach & GM at Crag Fitness