In this episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, we’re going to do some reflecting on 2023. It’s time to think about our grows and glows from this year. I thought of 3 grows  (these are areas I need some growth in…things I didn’t do so hot in and I’d like to do better)....and 3 glows (these are things I’m proud of and I think I did well).

I also share how I implemented my word of the year “experiment,” and why I did monthly body composition tests this year!

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Teachers, want lessons on the 6 Parts of Health Related Fitness, the 8 Dimensions of Health, or 60 Positive Affirmations for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content!

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In this episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, we chat about if visible abs (six-packs) are overrated! Topics include:

-why some people want visible abs

-some reasons why visible abs are overrated

-things people with visible abs may experience or think

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Teachers, want a lesson on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content!

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In this episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, I talk with Maddie Mosier Timm. Maddie is a former competitive CrossFit athlete (and one of my former CrossFit coaches!). She’s a women’s fitness coach who supports women at every age of their fitness. Maddie is a momma of 3 and she prioritizes movement with her whole family.   

We chat about…

-what is was like to go through 3 pregnancies as an athlete and how she changed each time

-athlete’s brain and why it can get in our way sometimes

-the pressure of bounce back culture after women have babies

-the importance of fitness for postmenopausal women 

And more!

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Teachers, want a lesson on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content!

*You are awesome and thanks for being here!

In this solo episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, we chat about tips that can help you during the holidays when it comes to responding to unwanted comments about food, exercise, and your body.

I share…

-How to respond to “earning your holiday meal”  through exercise

-How to respond to unwanted comments about your body size

-How to respond to unwanted comments about what or how much you’re eating

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Teachers, want a lesson on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content! (Stay tuned for a lesson on the 8 Movement Patterns coming soon on TPT!)

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In this episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, I talk with Michelle Emerson. Michelle is a former classroom teacher and is the creator of the platform @pocketfulofprimary where she shares so many resources for educators. She also is the author of “First Class Teaching: 10 Lessons You Don’t Learn In College.”

We chat about…

-Her love of powerlifting and how she got into the sport

-Why teachers should prioritize fitness and health

-Shifting From Teaching To Full-Time With Her Business

And more!

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Teachers, want a lesson on the 8 Dimensions of Health or 60 Positive Affirmations for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content!

*You are awesome and thanks for being here!

In this solo episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, you’ll learn about warm-ups and cool downs! 

We’ll talk about…

-why you shouldn’t skip out on your warm-up or cool down

-types of warm-ups

-the benefits of warm-ups

-which warm-up is best for your activity

-cool-down tips

And more!

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Teachers, want to purchase a PE/health lesson to do with your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there!

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In this episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, I’m joined by physical therapist Jen Fabroni. Jen is helping people get out of pain and recover from injuries through movement. She is the creator of @Jen.Health and the co-host of @theoptimalbody podcast. 

We talk about…

-The importance for you to make time for stretching and mobility daily

-Recovering from injuries

-Why she created her physical therapy online platform @jen.health 

-When you should see a physical therapist and why

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Teachers, want a lesson on the 8 Dimensions of Health for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content!

*You are awesome and thanks for being here!

In this solo episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, I share my thoughts on the question…can you tell if someone is healthy just by looking at them?

I’ve seen a lot of “concerned” people leave comments on strangers’ posts claiming that they’re unhealthy ...or seeing people dealing with unhealthy things get praised for their smaller bodies. Let’s unpack this! 

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Teachers, want to purchase a PE/health lesson to do with your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there!

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In this episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, I chat with LA based fitness professional Ashley Borden. Ashley has 30+ years experience as a fitness coach and a Fitpro business coach. She also was a coach on Khloe Kardashians TV show “Revenge Body.” We talk about…

-How the fitness industry has shifted since the 90’s and early 2000’s

-Confidence and not dimming your light

-Things she’s shifted in her training as she got into her 50’s

-The importance of learning proper technique and form from a coach

-Pressure on women in the fitness industry and transparency in beauty and aesthetic tweakments 

-How financial health can impact your stress levels

And more!

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Here are some more resources for you:

Teachers, want lessons on the 6 Parts of Health Related Fitness or the 8 Dimensions of Health for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a free Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content!

*You are awesome and thanks for being here!

In this episode of The Pretty Little Lifters Podcast, we’re talking with Steph Gaudreau of the Fuel Your Strength Podcast. Steph is a former science teacher and CrossFit competitor turned fitness entrepreneur. She currently helps athletic women over 40 with their nutrition and strength training to get stronger and build muscle.

We chat about how our training has shifted over the last two decades, why we challenge fitness promises fitfluencers are making people, why she shifted the focus of her business, and more!

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Here are some more resources for you:

Teachers, want a lesson on the 8 Dimensions of Health for your students or staff? Visit the PLL Teachers Pay Teachers store! There's also a *FREE* Self-Care Challenge there as well as other content!

*You are awesome and thanks for being here!