This week we talk with our brother and sister-in-law about our experience last week working with Ayahuasca in Costa Rica! We share how we prepared, our expectations, what happened during the ceremonies, how re-integration has been, and advice we have for others that are interested in working with this plant medicine.
You can follow them on Instagram at @jacobpaulmurray and @smillermurrayfitness
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On this episode of RELATABLY FIT we talk to Christian Dottin: father of two, physical education teacher, professional kickboxer, and Brandon’s younger brother! We chat about how to stay disciplined, how he trains for fights, staying fit while parenting, the importance of modeling an active lifestyle to your kids, and how to do the work even when you don’t feel like it. Bonus: Brandon and Christian walk down memory lane with times they fought while growing up!
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On this episode we have a great conversation about our progress towards our personal goals or "trends" for the year, knowing ourselves and embracing our strengths and weaknesses, changing our mindset to embrace our inner goddess 😂, and how to stop overthinking and start DOING more in pursuit of our goals. It's a fun convo that we hope will inspire you to stick with your New Year's Trends as January comes to a close!
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On this episode of Relatably Fit, we talk with Cindy Lanzas-- a pilates, yoga, and movement specialist based in NYC. Our convo touches on good movement practices, healthy vs. toxic mindsets surrounding fitness, personal struggles with body acceptance, changing bodies (and goals) over the years, and how to view goals as "trends" instead.
You can follow Cindy on Instagram at @cindylanzas or email her at lanzas.c@gmail.com for information on private sessions.
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Haley joins us today to talk about nutrition, hormones, balancing your blood sugar, and sustainable tips for being mindful of how you eat. You can follow her at @haley.garelli on Instagram!
Haley Garelli is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Growing up as a dancer she always was trying for the “perfect ballet body”, starting her dieting journey at a young age. Her chronic dieting led to hormone imbalances and even weight gain. After many more attempts at failed diets she learned that restricting more wasn’t the answer. So she learned to eat to fuel her body, heal hormone imbalances and end the diet cycle. Now she is passionate about helping women who are drained, discouraged and just plain fed up with their constant “dieting” to lose weight, balance hormones and be comfortable in their own skin. She helps them discover what works best for them as an individual, through her functional approach to nutrition so that they can live their life to its fullest.
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On this episode of the podcast, we talk with our friends and fellow runners about our experience running the NYC Half Marathon. Vincent and Gerardo also share what running means to them, why they workout, and advice for anyone looking to get started. You can follow Vincent on Instagram at @vincentrventura
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Lunch Break brings you short episodes where we chat about current events and what's going on in the world over lunch. In this Lunch Break, we talk about the maddening turn of events regarding Roe v. Wade. Get angry, keep donating, and most importantly-- KEEP VOTING.
Shirlee and Gio are a powerlifting power couple who own and operate the gym Hybrid Barbell in Youngstown, Ohio. In this episode we talk about the importance of prioritizing your health and getting stronger, what everyone can gain from powerlifting, and how to get started if you're a beginner. BONUS: They give us all the juicy details of how they got together!
You can follow them on Instagram at @shirleesimon and @gpags42-- and check out Hybrid Barbell at @hybridbarbell.
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Shirlee was born in Youngstown, Ohio. She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dance from the State University of New York at Buffalo, and is trained in all styles of dance with a concentration in Ballet, Jazz, and Modern. In 2008, Shirlee moved to New York City where she pursued teaching, choreography, and performance. After settling down from auditioning and performing, Shirlee decided to take her love and knowledge of movement and the body to a new level. She became an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certified personal trainer. Shirlee has since, trained for private and corporate gym facilities and companies throughout Manhattan. She is well-versed in nutrition, general fitness, and powerlifting. Shirlee and her fiancé, Giovanni, moved back to her hometown to open Hybrid Barbell in 2016.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Giovanni grew up playing football, basketball, and running track. He went on to play college football and rugby while earning his Bachelors Degree. Giovanni relocated to New York City in 2011 in order to pursue rugby. Earning a spot on the U.S. Tomahawk elite player roster (rugby league), and eventually playing at the professional level in Queensland, Australia. After rugby Giovanni took up boxing, becoming a member of the New York Athletic Club (NYAC) boxing team, where he competed in the New York Golden Gloves and New York Metropolitan tournaments. Upon finishing his athletic career Giovanni would take his acquired knowledge of performance based training and weightlifting to earn his International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) certification, as a personal trainer. Giovanni has since trained in both corporate and private gym facilities throughout Manhattan. Giovanni and his fiancé, Shirlee, decided to use their knowledge, experience, and love for training to open Hybrid Barbell.
Matt and Jannelle are two of our closest friends who joined us this January to take on the challenge of a lifetime: Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro! In this episode we reminisce on our experience on the Roof of Africa, share our highs and lows, and encourage you to take on the challenge yourself, even if you aren't a "crazy fitness person!"
You can follow them on Instagram at @killerkowalski and @welltraveledsoles-- and check out their van conversion project at @welltraveledwheels.
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We all know the benefits working out can have on your body and mind. But what about your relationship?
Working out is usually considered a solo activity. While exercise can be a great form of "me time" and self care, studies show that working out with your partner can benefit your relationship. You don't have to do the exact same workout as your partner to feel the benefits of making time to move together. Sharing this part of life with your partner can truly give your relationship new dimension and new life.
On this episode, we talk to our good friend Hannah Lynn, about Chinese Medicine, Holistic Wellness + Being Present In Your Body.
Body positivity is a massive trend in our culture and the fitness industry. Brands in every industry are taking steps to include diverse types of bodies in their ads and campaigns rather than showing only one type of body. Despite its popularity, many people are unsure of what body positivity is and how it can coexist with fitness and health.
We often are told to think of our mental heath and physical health as two separate concepts. This week Emily Doerner @emiydoerner, a licensed creative arts therapist and board certified art therapist shows us how our mental and physical are truly connected.
If January is the time people set goals, February is the time people lose sight of them. People get busy, life happens, and our fitness goals fall by the wayside. 2021 has an extra layer of chaos: We are almost one year into lockdown life. This comes with more uncertainty, anxiety, and stress and less routine, ritual, and motivation.
So, how can you stay on track when you aren't motivated? How can you focus on your goals when nothing is going as planned? Is it possible to be goal-oriented in a time of unpredictability?
Exercise is important. But when it really comes down to it, your nutrition is what makes or breaks your success. With a million different diets on the market-- and no shortage of fear-mongering about the dangers of high carb, high fat, or high protein diets-- it can be confusing to know what to do, and more importantly, why to do it.
It's no secret that modern life leads to less movement. We spend our days sitting at desks, working at computers, and hunched over our smartphones. This lack of movement leads to a whole host of physical problems, not to mention the impact it has on our mental health.
The common misconception is that a 30-60 minute workout can offset the inactivity of the rest of the day. Unfortunately, evidence shows that daily workouts simply aren't enough to undo the damage of an otherwise sedentary lifestyle. What people do when they're not exercising determines their true level of activity and wellness.
Having goals is a great way to look ahead, plan for success, and keep yourself accountable. Setting SMART goals (ie: goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound) is a scientifically proven method for success. However, for many people, goals aren't always enough.
Why does goal-setting fall short? What are goals versus systems? How can we truly create habits that last?
Let's get into it.
The new year is a time to set think about what you want and set goals on how to get there. While fresh starts can happen at any moment, there is something special about a collective time of intention setting.
here's been a big push in recent years to be gentle with ourselves in order to love ourselves as we are. To that end, we've seen more people discouraging the idea of goal-setting and resolutions. While we absolutely advocate for self-love and acceptance, we also stand by the importance of pushing ourselves to be better-- mentally, physically, emotionally, socially, and financially. We advocate for growth. And the only way to grow is to get uncomfortable.
Humans have a tendency to lean into the comfort of familiarity. Pushing our bodies or expanding our minds feels uncomfortable and scary, especially if you don't know if you will "fail." We surround ourselves with things that protect us from new ideas and experiences because we want to feel safe; we want to "succeed." And the best way to feel like we've succeeded is by playing it small.
We are here to encourage you to aim big in the new year.
Love yourself, sure, but push yourself, too. Because pushing yourself works! While only 8% of people actually stick to their New Year's resolutions, that's nothing to sneeze at. Out of 209 million adults in American, 8% of people sticking to their resolutions means that almost 17 million people a year actually succeed. That's major. And that could be you.
Let's get into the specifics of why people give up on their goals, and how to set goals that actually work (scientifically!).
In this episode Tiana and Brandon talk about "Everything you want to know about working out"
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There is a lot of information (and misinformation!) about fitness out there. Everyone wants to see results, but getting there is a different story.
"Who is the best coach for me?"
"What is the best workout?"
"When should I workout?"
"How much do I need to workout?"
"Why do I hit plateaus?"
We are here to answer these questions and demystify fitness so that you can stop wondering and start seeing results.
Let's dive right in.