The Practice Brave Podcast

Meg (aka @megaquats on IG), is a well known coach and athlete in the fitness industry and is now navigating pregnancy! We talked about her training, mindset and overall approach to this different season in her lifetime of athleticism.

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Your athleticism does not end when motherhood begins. This is a central theme to my business, and also how I have been able to connect with so many pregnant and postpartum athletes and those who coach them.

In this episode, I talk about navigating pregnancy, postpartum, training and how the shift in identity, routine, expectations and ability can be really challenging!

It's not about going back, it's about moving forward and embracing your evolving athleticism and identity.

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Jill Coleman is a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach turned business mentor for thousands of fitness professionals over the last decade.

On this episode we talked about what we wish fitness industry people knew when starting an online business, and tips on making it work long term. We shared honest experiences and perspectives gained, plus the variables that come up when sharing online.

Learn more about Jill here:

http://jillfit.com/

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Emily King is a Figure champion, coach, registered nurse, and mum to be from Australia.

She is currently pregnant and in this episode we talk about navigating body image, especially coming from an aesthetically driven sport and exercise + nutrition regimen. You will appreciate her honestly and perspective on this topic, as it is something so many of us can relate to at different levels

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Miranda "Danger" Granger is a UFC fighter, and now, a pregnant athlete who I'm getting to coach through her pregnancy and return to the octagon postpartum.

She is one of our athlete brand ambassadors, so we will be following her through this season in her athleticism. This episode introduces her, and talks about her pregnancy, struggles, goals and overall approach. I think she will become your new (or first ever?) favorite UFC fighter.

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Want to know when Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism opens back up for enrollment? Join the waitlist: briannabattles.com/waitlist

Jasmine Shea (@jazzythings on IG) shares her experience with trying to conceive and what her fertility + pregnancy process has been like so far!

She shared a lot of personal information to help others have insight on what actually happens and all the emotions experienced. I'm so thankful for her openness and willingness to walk us through an experience that SO many people can relate to.

This episode sponsored by:

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Alicia McKenzie is a mom, athlete, entrepreneur and all around badass. On this episode, we talked about her finding CrossFit in the early days of CrossFit, and getting pregnant a few times during her time as a competitor. She now considers herself a fitness generalist and has been able to evolve her relationship and approach with fitness to complement the season of life she's in and wants to be in. She helps others so the same.

Check out her work here:

https://www.liftlikeamother.com/ instagram.com/liftlikeamother

This episode sponsored by:

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Michelle Thibeau is a mother, Army Special Operations veteran, data scientist, and a Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach.

We discussed the culture and challenges of being a pregnant and postpartum tactical athlete and how to navigate that process while prioritizing service, duty, health and fitness as it relates to becoming a mother. We are thankful for her expertise and perspective and we know this information is transferable to all tactical athletes who serve their country and communities (Police, Fire, Military, EMS).

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Carrie Pagliano is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist who specializes in working with athletes. On this episode, we talk about returning to running postpartum and what coaches and practitioners can do to support our runners. This episode will help clarify the behaviors, symptoms and misconceptions many athletes and practitioners have about running and give practical guidance that can be implemented!

Learn more about Carrie at:

@carriepagliano

https://tap.bio/@carriepagliano/cards/231311

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Alysia Montano is an Olympian, mom and co founder of &Mother Org. We talked about her career as a professional athlete, having babies while competing, and navigating the demands of both performance and motherhood. From how she manages time, to how she managed her diastasis rehab to her eventual choice to have surgical repair, we cover the spectrum of experiences she has had on and off the track that have ultimately led her to help so many others through the organization she co-founded, &Mother.

8 Week Postpartum Athlete Training Program: http://www.briannabattles.com/8weeks

This is part 4 of a 4-episode series on abdominoplasty.

Do you need help knowing if this is right for you? Many have been told that surgery is the only choice to resolve a diastasis, and this is simply NOT true. Please download this free ebook so you can feel fully informed about diastasis, what you can do, and if you choose surgery, this ebook gives you tools, context and resources for navigating:

Diastasis Recti & Athleticism E-Book

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