The Empowered Athlete

The Empowered Athlete

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The Empowered Athlete episodes

  • Tips to Improve Your Memory Retention in Jiu Jitsu

    In this short episode, I’m sharing 6 tips to improve your memory retention in Jiu jitsu.


    What You’ll Learn:

    • Why to shift your focus from technique to concepts
    • The importance of knowing your learning style
    • Why rest days are important for memory retention
    • The role sleep plays in memory retention
    • The importance of drilling
    • Brain-boosting foods that promote brain health

    • Podcast Links:

      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

      Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
      Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

      15 min
    • What To Do When Your Weight Stalls

      In Episode 98, I address what to do when you hit a weight plateau. I share how to adjust your calorie and macros strategically to reset and boost your metabolism to re-initiate the fat loss process.


      What You'll Learn:

      • The physiological and psychological benefits of a diet break
      • When you should take a diet break
      • What a diet break actually is
      • How to adjust your calories and macros during a diet break
      • How diet breaks boost your metabolism fat-burning hormones
      • How to adjust your macros if your diet break “fails”

      • Episode Resources:

        Mastering Your Macros - Our self-paced nutrition program to help give you clarity and confidence in how to fuel your body for performance, while improving your relationship to food in the process. This program consists of detailed trainings that break down the step by step process for how to create your unique calories, macros and meal timing to support your health and performance goals.

        PAY IN FULL ($333)

        PAYMENT PLAN (3 x $111)


        Podcast Links:

        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

        Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
        Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

        17 min
      • How to Attain Peak Performance through Emotional Intelligence w/ Liz Gleadle

        In Episode 97, I chat with 3x Olympian in Javelin, Liz Gleadle. We dive into her story, the transformative moment that changed her approach in how she views and pursues high performance, and the globally renown initiatives she has created to cultivate holistic-focused communities.


        About Liz:

        Liz Gleadle, a three-time Olympian in Javelin, stands at the forefront of high-performance athletics with a mission that transcends the track. With a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology as her foundation, Liz delves into the multifaceted realm of peak performance. Her journey is a testament to holistic well-being, integrating nutrition, sensory visualization, resilience training, meditation, yoga, and dance.

        Following her retirement in 2022, Liz had a transformative epiphany, recognizing the profound influence of emotions on posture, movement quality, and power production. This revelation has fueled her dedication to rewiring body and mind to cultivate a peak emotional state, aiming for ultimate performance at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

        Liz shares her evolution, training methods, and community collaborations through her Instagram (@javelizz). Her online team-building event, "Win the Morning," has earned global acclaim, and her more recent ventures, "The Power of Daily Wins" and "The Physiology of Gratitude” are sought after by university programs and corporate giants such as Google, Spotify, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

        Liz's passion extends to teaching her unique training methods through the Body Church Workshop, a self-paced sensory exploration that enhances awareness, grace and athleticism. Moreover, she co-founded The Connection Initiative Foundation, a not-for-profit that unites body awareness, emotional literacy, dance, and team chemistry, with the aim of building holistic high-performance communities. She is currently based out of Vancouver, Canada.


        What You'll Learn:

        • About her story and journey leading up to her first Olympics
        • Her training and preparation leading up to the Olympics prior to her retirement in 2022
        • The pivotal transformative moment that shifted her focus to using the power of emotions and body awareness for peak performance
        • Her take on the influence of emotions on posture, movement quality, and power production
        • Her current cross-training regimen to enhance athleticism and prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics
        • How she is preparing for the 2024 Olympics this time around with her newfound knowledge and personal transformation
        • Her highly sought after workshops, including: Win the Morning, The Power of Daily Wins, The Physiology of Gratitude, and Body Church
        • Her advice to athletes who are apprehensive about diving into their emotions
        • Her favorite motivational quote
        • How you can connect with her

        • Episode Resources:

          Liz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javelizz/

          Liz's Website: https://www.lizgleadle.com/

          Body Church Workshop: https://lizgleadleevents.as.me/schedule.php


          Podcast Links:

          Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

          Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
          Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

          59 min
        • The Power of the Present Moment

          In this solo episode, I dive into the power of the present moment and how by simply being present, you can enhance your overall well-being and performance.


          What You’ll Learn:

          • The importance of presence in a fast-paced culture
          • A powerful self-inquiry to help you attune to the present moment
          • How presence reduces stress, worry and anxiety
          • How presence increases productivity, creativity and gratitude
          • How presence enhances physical, mental and emotional health
          • How presence increases resilience, self-awareness
          • How presence improves sleep
          • The best practices for cultivating mindfulness

          • Episode Resources:

            Empowered Athlete Academy: The only 4-month Trauma-Informed Program for female athletes who desire to heal from their past and step into their power using the potent tools of breathwork, energetics, and somatics. In this container we dive into understanding our childhood programming and the roots of our limiting beliefs while simultaneously developing the tools to improve our emotional intelligence, self-regulate when we are triggered, re-parent our inner child, and step into the becoming the conscious creator of our lives. Next Session starts January 2024. Click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ to apply.


            The Breathwork Training Center: The only breathwork membership site designed to help athletes reduce stress, increase performance and find inner peace. Inside are breathwork videos, meditations, movement practices, and challenges comprised of intentional breath blends, music, mantras, and guided cueing to help you live less from your mind and more from your body. You also have access to all the new videos, as they are added! Click here to PAY WHAT YOU WANT for the first 6 months


            Podcast Links:

            Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

            Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
            Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

            21 min
          • The Art of Shedding Identities

            In this episode, I dive into the concept of Identities, including what they are, the purpose they serve, and how to let go of identities that are preventing your growth and stunting your potential.


            What You'll Learn:

            • What an Identity actually is
            • Where identities come from
            • What purpose do identities serve
            • How to determine who you are beneath your identity
            • How to gain clarity on the identities you hold
            • How to discern which identities are yours and not yours
            • The importance of shedding outdated identities
            • A simple reflection process for shedding identities

            • Episode Resources:

              Empowered Athlete Academy: The only 4-month Trauma-Informed Program for female athletes who desire to heal from their past and step into their power using the potent tools of breathwork, energetics, and somatics. In this container we dive into understanding our childhood programming and the roots of our limiting beliefs while simultaneously developing the tools to improve our emotional intelligence, self-regulate when we are triggered, re-parent our inner child, and step into the becoming the conscious creator of our lives. Next Session starts January 2024. Click ⁠HERE⁠ to apply.


              Podcast Links:

              Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

              Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
              Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

              43 min
            • 10 Ways To Boost Protein Intake

              In this episode, I’m sharing 10 ways to boost your protein intake, using plant-based foods. I discuss different protein content of foods and how to integrate them into your diet to make meeting your protein needs easy and seamless. Many athletes struggle to meet their protein needs and I truly believe that if you incorporate some of my recommendations into your diet, you will be able to easily boost your daily protein intake.


              What You'll Learn:

              • 10 plant-based foods with surprisingly high protein content
              • Food hacks to boost protein intake throughout the day
              • Ways to integrate these foods into meals to easily reach 20-30g
              • The importance of tracking protein intake over carbs
              • Links to my favorite products on Amazon

              • Episode Resources:

                My Amazon Product Recommendations: check out my favorite brands that I use and love to enhance health and performance


                Podcast Links:

                Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc
                Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
                Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

                31 min
              • The Cure To Comparisonitis

                In this short episode, I dive into what Comparisonitis is and how to break free from it. We talk about gratitude, scarcity, abundance, shadow work + I share some mindset shifts and exercises that are critical to enhance your happiness and self-worth.


                What You'll Learn:

                • The Purpose of Comparison
                • Viewing from Scarcity vs Abundance
                • The Potency of Gratitude
                • A beginner-friendly gratitude practice
                • The importance of shadow work and inner healing
                • A simple mindset shift to move from Scarcity into Abundance

                • Episode Resources:

                  Empowered Athlete Academy: The only 4-month Trauma-Informed Program for female athletes who desire to heal from their past and step into their power using the potent tools of breathwork, energetics, and somatics. In this container we dive into understanding our childhood programming and the roots of our limiting beliefs while simultaneously developing the tools to improve our emotional intelligence, self-regulate when we are triggered, re-parent our inner child, and step into the becoming the conscious creator of our lives.

                  Next Session starts January 2024. Click HERE to apply.

                  Podcast Links:

                  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

                  Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
                  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

                  21 min
                • Identify Your Eating Habits: What Type of Eater Are You?

                  In this episode, I'm breaking down the 7 Most Common Types of Eaters. Think of this episode as a fun self-assessment quiz for you to identify your primary eating type and learn what you can do to improve your relationship to food and ultimately transition to becoming a Balanced Eater.


                  What You'll Learn:

                  • Why having awareness around How You Eat matters
                  • Identify 7 different types of eating behavior archetypes
                  • My recommended "solutions" to each Eating Type for enhancing health and performance
                  • The importance of balanced meals, meal timing, and mindfulness
                  • Food behavior hacks to improve your relationship to food

                  • Program Resources:

                    • The Performance Blueprint - Our 8-week lifestyle transformation program for female BJJ athletes that uses a holistic approach to help you optimize your health and performance, create balance and structure in your life, heal your relationship with your self, and unlock your performance potential. Click ⁠HERE⁠ to apply. Next Cohort starts January 2024.

                    • Podcast Links:

                      Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc⁠

                      Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb


                      32 min
                    • How To Balance your Hormones + Reduce Cravings

                      In this episode, I dive into the main causes of hormonal imbalance and the three main steps you can take to balance your hormones, improve your health and eliminate unwanted cravings.


                      What You'll Learn:

                      • The 3 main causes of hormonal issues in women
                      • The relationship between hormonal imbalances and cravings
                      • The importance of balanced meals and meal timing for hormone health
                      • The 3 ways to ensure balanced hormones
                      • The 3 hunger hormones and role they play in the body
                      • What the HPA Axis is and how it relates to our stress hormones
                      • The importance of detoxification for healthy hormones

                      • Episode Resources:

                        Check out these past episodes on stress management and cravings:

                        Stress Management - How To Find Your Power in Stress

                        Why We Binge Eat + How To Stop

                        6 Tips to Squash Sugar Cravings


                        Podcast Links:

                        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

                        Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb
                        Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I51iEgw8qQ6QQpcG2zUK5?si=e6faa04317b24fa1 

                        29 min
                      • How to Create Your Ideal Morning Routine

                        In this short episode, I share the importance of having a morning routine and the 5 elements I believe you should include to create the ideal morning routine that brings you energy, peace, and productivity.


                        What you’ll learn:

                        • The importance of energy management
                        • The benefit of creating a morning routine
                        • Why being adaptable is critical to your success
                        • 5 Elements to include in your morning routine

                        • Program Resources:

                          • The Performance Blueprint - Our 8-week lifestyle transformation program for female BJJ athletes that uses a holistic approach to help you optimize your health and performance, create balance and structure in your life, heal your relationship with your self, and unlock your performance potential. Click ⁠HERE⁠ to apply. Enrollment Closes Friday, Sept 22nd. Next Cohort starts October 2023.

                          • Podcast Links:

                            Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc⁠

                            Anchor: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/638O1ZWIiBb

                            20 min

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