The CHAARG Podcast

Alex Mazzurco [@almazzurco] -- founder of AlMazzurcoFit, athlete + macro coach shares her fitness journey [fun fact = she was one of CHAARG's first interns ever!] that led her down the road of competing in figure + bikini. Alex chats with Elisabeth about everything you ever wanted to know about competing: how to maintain a healthy mindset [spoiler alert = you can't], Alex's *why*, how women are judged, THE COST OF EVERYTHING, what the bikini diet is actually like... + more! Alex's realness is refreshing, + whether you want to compete or not -- you'll love this episode. : )

Tania Hughes [@taniahugheslovely] is the founder of Tania Hughes Wellness, which encompasses many different healing modalities such as massage, yoga, bodywork, reflexology, cupping, sound healing, stress management, chakras, + so much more. Elisabeth + Tania talk about Tania's experience on the 10 Day Silent Meditation Retreat [YES -- 10 days of silence!], ++ how we so often validate//invalidate ourselves by others' body cues towards us. They also chat about the deeply restorative powers of yin yoga -- which Tania refers to as "structural therapy through intention + breath," as well as how important it is to take time to rest! PSA -- all of you in Chicago need to book a session with Tania!

Notes:
-- The Spiritual Aspects Of Love [Oprah's Super Soul Conversations Podcast]
-- Tania Hughes Wellness
-- Get In Touch For A Massage! [email protected]
-- Book Recs: Four Desires, Rod Stryker // Heart of Yoga, T.K.V. Desikachar // The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga, Bernie ClarkInsight // Yoga, Sarah Powers // Anatomy of the Spirit, Caroline Myss // Seven Laws of Spiritual Success, Deepak Chopra // Miracle of Mindfulness, Thich Nhat Hanh // The Four Agreements, Don Miguel Ruiz // Wheels of Life, Anodea Judith, PhD // In Defense of Food, Omnivore's Dilemma, Michael Pollan // Tappan's Handbook of Healing Massage Techniques // Seven Peppercorns, Nephyr Anne Jacobsen // Anatomy Trains, Thomas W. Myers // The Key Muscles of Yoga, Ray Long // Trail Guide to the Body, Andy Biel

Two months before graduation, Anna [@annamazingjourney] noticed a lump on her breast. When she got a biopsy, the doctors assured her that she was "too young for the lump to be serious" -- but, a week later, she found out that she had breast cancer, Stage IIa HER2-positive. In this episode, Anna talks all about her breast cancer journey -- bilateral mastectomy, IVF, chemo ++ the physical, mental, + emotional rollercoaster that has resulted. You'll instantly be able to feel her positivity, courage, + strength. Her mantra: You don't know how strong you are until strong is the only option you have. <3

Notes:
-- Book Recs: The Definitely Decade + Lean In
-- Podcast Rec: Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations
-- TV Rec: This Is Us
-- Gilda's Club Chicago
-- Immerman's Angels
-- Susan G Komen Chicago
-- The Breasties: @the_breasties on IG
-- It's Mary K's Blog -- Anna's Interview
-- People Mag -- Anna's Article

Betina Gozo [@trainwithbetina] is a Nike Master Trainer, Women's Health Magazine "2017 Next Fitness Star," + the founder of the non-profit, Dance With Mweyne. Her mantra: "Take control of your life -- no one can do it for you, you have to do it yourself." Betina shares her fitness journey ((fun fact: her dream job at 18 was playing the bass for Beyonce's band)), + what led her to eventually become a Nike Master Trainer! She shares tons of practical wellness tips on strength training, mobility, REAL FOODS ; ), books + podcasts, ++ how she's been influenced in the fitness space. Also! For those in Chicago, she has two events coming up for her non-profit: 10/21 + 10/23 -- find the info here!

Notes:
-- Books: Relentless, The Art Of War For Women, Lean In
-- Planner: Ink + Volt
-- Podcast: The Strength Coach Podcast
-- Perform Better Summit
-- Train With Betina + http://www.betinagozo.com
-- Dance With Mweyne

After Elisabeth met Josh [@sutchar44] on a trip of a lifetime to Israel, one of her biggest takeaways was -- "channel more Josh in my life." He truly is the most giving person she's ever met, + loves that he believes "the secret to life is energy." Josh co-founded the company, Train Heroic, which started with the mission of "helping football players because better at football" to "making the biggest impact we can." Elisabeth + Josh talk about his entrepreneurship journey, the impact Tony Robbins has had on his life, ++ his goal setting rituals ((including the Five Minute Journal!)).

Notes:
-- Reality Israel
-- Wild Wild Country
-- Train Heroic
-- The Miracle Morning
-- How To Win Friends + Influence People
-- Podcast Rec: Robb Wolf
-- Instagram: @cal_strength + @powerathletehq
-- Eye Mask
-- The Five Minute Journal
-- Tony Robbins, Unleash The Power Within
-- Combat Abs

Elisabeth chats with Tori Norris ((@tori.inchaarg, @torinorris18)), the Community Manager at CHAARG HQ about thriving as an introvert ((+ misconceptions society has on introverts!)), her relationship with running, diets, + positive self-talk, as well as completely changing careers. Chances are you will resonate with one ((or more!)) of these topics. Favorite piece of advice from the episode: "Being quiet does not determine your leadership abilities."

Notes:
-- Book of Awakening

Elisabeth chats with Hi-Vibe employees, Jessica [@jessica_dogert] + Whitney [@whitneysommerfeldt]. Hi-Vibe is an organic superfood juicery in Chicago -- it's a must visit for everyone who loves bulletproof coffee, smoothies, matcha + bone both. In this episode, Elisabeth, Jessica, + Whitney talk about juice cleanses, bulletproof coffee, mushrooms, importance of fats in your diet + getting your blood work done, ++ of course, all about superfoods : ).

Notes:
-- Superfoods to buy in bulk: Navitas Organics + Sun Potion
-- Four Sigmatic
-- Hi-Vibe: @hivibechi + hivibechi.com
-- Jessica [RD]

I just turned 28, ahhhh! Instead of doing an "intentions for my 28th year" podcast, I thought it would be fun to have a more lighthearted podcast ++ ask myself 28 rapid fire questions -- just like I ask everyone else who comes on The CHAARG Podcast! I hope you enjoy ++ maybe even learn something ; ).

Notes:
-- 3 Processes To Manifest Your Dreams + Desires
-- Starting The Conversation On Body Image
-- Aztec Healing Clay
-- Book Recs: The Idiot's Guide To Ayurveda, A Return To Love, Course In Miracles, Essentialism, The Four Agreements

Ashley Bryd [@byrdy] is back to talk about all things ACNE. ((If you haven't listened to the previous episode with Ashley, make sure you do that before listening to this one!)) Elisabeth + Ashley talk about different skin types, hormonal acne [how to prevent acne from your period!], Accutane, in grown hairs, natural remedies for spot treatment, + so much more!

Notes:
-- Favorite Instagram Accounts: @byrdiebeauty, @skinhouls, @johannavargas, @cinnamonryan
-- Book Recs: Girl, Wash Your Face [Rachel Hollis], You Do You [Sarah Knight]
-- Ingredients Site: dermstore.com + paulaschoice.com
-- Makeup: Kelsey Joelle, tohaveandtoglow.com