Amanda Kloots is a fitness superstar and celebrated host of the CBS show, The Talk.

Yet, it was during the global pandemic in 2020 that Amanda’s life was thrust into the spotlight in a deeply personal way…

In today’s episode, Amanda shares her heartfelt journey through the harrowing loss of her husband, Broadway star Nick Cordero, to COVID-19—one of the first high-profile stories of its kind. As Amanda navigated this unique crisis, she became a symbol of resilience and hope, shedding light on the struggles faced by many during the pandemic.

Tune in as Amanda reflects on the enduring legacy of Nick, finding light amidst darkness, and embracing life with bravery and hope, as her story reveals the profound impact of navigating personal tragedy in the public eye.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[00:45] Jamie introduces Amanda Kloots.

[03:42] Amanda begins to describe her early introduction to the performing arts.

[04:45] Amanda talks about the challenges she experienced while touring and during her time as a Radio City Rockette.

[09:01] Amanda begins to recount how she met and fell in love with her late husband, Nick Cordero. 

[12:06] Amanda shares the struggles of being financially stable as a Broadway performer and when she started her own fitness business. 

[16:41] Amanda describes her success in the fitness industry and how her life drastically changed. 

[18:54] Amanda starts to explain when Nick may have contracted COVID-19 and the symptoms he was experiencing. 

[21:54] Amanda speaks about Nick’s experience receiving medical treatment during this time. 

[25:46] Amanda explains the role of her Instagram community as she waited for Nick to wake up and recover. 

[28:02] Amanda recounts the setbacks Nick experienced during his hospitalization. 

[30:55] Amanda talks about the ways in which her family and online community helped her tremendously. 

[33:30] Amanda reflects on the moment she realized Nick’s body was run by machines and recounts when it was decided it was time to let go.   

[36:28] Amanda describes what it was like saying goodbye. 

[37:53] Amanda talks about how she has changed as a person after Nick’s tragic passing.

[39:53] Amanda explains how her son, Elvis saved her life. 

[40:40] Amanda speaks about how she got her start on the CBS show, “The Talk”. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

[26:16] Amanda describes how she felt sharing Nick’s COVID-19 battle online was important to bring awareness to the severity of the virus. 

[30:44] Jamie speaks about how Amanda is proof that what you put out, comes reflecting back to you as the light and positivity she shared with the world during this terrible time, resulted in solidarity from thousands of strangers.

[38:04] Amanda talks about how grief changed her and how death taught her how to live.

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Make sure to follow Jamie @jamiehess on Instagram for news & updates, and visit our companion Instagram account @gratitudeology for a sneak peek into the personal moments discussed on the show.

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Thank you to Amanda Kloots for sharing your truth with us today. Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandakloots.

Check out more about Amanda: 

https://www.amandakloots.com/

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The Gratitudeology Podcast theme music is by HYLLS, performed by Nadia Ali @thenadiaali 

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Amanda’s Bio: 

Amanda brings her infectious and inspirational attitude to everything that she does. As a former Broadway dancer, Radio City Rockette and now Talk Show Host and Celebrity Trainer, Amanda connects with her audience and makes everyone feel seen! 

In 2016, Amanda created the AK! Rope method after years of trying different ways to stay in killer shape. She fell in love with the jump rope after discovering it's the quickest, most effective way to get a full body workout, and spent years creating ways to use it for more than just jumping. The AK! Rope changed not only Amanda’s body, it started her journey to become a fitness entrepreneur. Amanda developed classes such as AK! Dance and AK! Body soon after the AK! Rope. And when Amanda was pregnant with Elvis she created her AK! Baby Bump prenatal series. Her newest addition to classes is AK! The Two Minute Workout.

Amanda's classes are a mix of dance and cross training with special attention on form and details to create a unique, fun workout that will have you drenched in sweat in minutes! Her creativity is unmatched, her energy is contagious, and her positivity everlasting. No matter your experience level, you'll be captivated by Amanda's radiant persona and empowering attitude.

You can see Amanda everyday at home on your AK! Fitness app or as a co-host of THE TALK, CBS’ Daytime Emmy Award winning talk show. In the summer of 2021, Amanda released her memoir, the NY Times bestseller “Live Your Life: My Story of Loving and Losing Nick Cordero”, that was co-authored with her sister Anna Kloots. And in December 2022, Amanda wrote, produced and starred in Fit For Christmas available on streaming platforms. A proud Ohio native, Kloots currently resides in Los Angeles with her son, Elvis.

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