Fit is Freedom with Kelly Howard

She was having so much fun, her family was worried! ~ Client Interview

This week on the Fit is Freedom Podcast, we’re joined by a fellow alumna, Joanne who is a rockstar that has been a part of our program for over a year now! Have you been struggling with your consistency lately? Do you feel like cardio and your fitness are taking a backseat to all of the other things you have on your plate? Well, you’re not alone.Join us as Joanne and I discuss how consistency was holding her back and how she found ways to overcome it.Among other things, we’ll recount strategies for consistency that include…Getting out of your comfort zoneHaving something to look forward toTracking and scheduling

Favorite Fitness Books- Inspiration, Know-How & Fun

This week on the Fit is Freedom Podcast, I share my new list of my favorite books to get me in the right mindset to reach my fitness goals.Are you searching for the perfect Christmas gift for the fitness-lover in your life? Or, maybe you’re just looking for a good, motivational read? No matter your reason for looking for an inspirational new read, this is the episode for you! Top 9 Fitness and Motivation Books...Live your Bucket List by Julia Goodfellow-Smith. It’s Never Too Late by Kate ChampionBecoming a Supple Leopard by Kelly Starrett Balance is Power by Jim Klopman The Fitness Mindset by Brian Keane. The Blue Zones by Dan BuettnerThe Big Leap by Gay HendricksLimitless by Jim KwikChange Your Brain, Change Your Life by Daniel Amen or any book that he has written!Related PodcastsHow to Conquer Your Bucketlist Fitness Goals with Julia Goodfellow-SmithMovement, Mobility and Feeling Great with Kelly StarrettBe on the lookout for new podcasts with Kate Champion and Jim Klopman as they’ll be joining me shortly! 

Walking on Sunshine - The Easy Path to Pain Free Feet: Interview with Xero CEO Steven Sashen

It was quite some time ago that I realized there was something not quite right with my feet. Whenever I walked around my home barefoot, it was uncomfortable, and I knew something needed to change.On this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, we’re going to be unpacking what exactly was wrong with not just my feet, but most peoples’ as we are joined by the incredible Steven Sashen.Not only is he extremely knowledgeable about our feet and how we treat them can impact our fitness, he is also the CEO of Feel the World, Inc. and creator of The Xero Shoes. These shoes are, in a way, revolutionary as they are getting us back to where we need to be. These shoes were featured on Shark Tank and have over 38,000 five star reviews! Give this episode a listen as we talk about all things fitness, feet, and the importance of taking care of our bodies. We’ll also discuss..The misconception that our feet need to be protectedHow modern running shoes affect our gait and movementsHow our brains are wired to lock into certain beliefs

Finding Your Fitness Confidence: Interview with Fit is Freedom Alumni Jennifer

It’s crazy how big of an impact a little confidence can have on our fitness journey! For Jennifer, she found her confidence through community! On the podcast this week, she’ll be sharing her journey from the downward spiral of stress that can lead to unhealthy decision after unhealthy decision to putting herself out there and watching her life transform! We’ll also touch on the importance of...Having someone to look up toFinding your BFF’s (Best Fitness Friends)Replacing negative self talkAnd so much more...Jennifer is the perfect example of a Fit is Freedom friend and client that found community through our programs and realized it was the missing piece in her fitness journey! If you feel like you’re just not quite there with your fitness, it may be time to give this a listen and give our community a try!

All about Essential Oils and Health with Jodi Cohen: bestselling author and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils

This week on the podcast, we are joined by Jodi Cohen, a best-selling author, award-winning journalist and founder and owner of Vibrant Blue Oils. Chances are, you’ve heard about essential oils. Whether it’s from personal experience or from a friend or family member, I’m sure you’ve learned about their many benefits. Even if you haven’t heard, you are in for a treat with this episode! Jodi shares her journey of stumbling into the world of essential oils as a last-ditch effort to make things work during a challenging time in her life. As they say, the rest was history!Along with her story, we’ll discuss all things oils including…Why oils workImportance of oil blendsOils and inflammationHow to get your body back in balanceDifferent ways oils can ease stress, anxiety, migraines, and so much moreIf you’re looking for a way to do a factory reset with your body or simply want to improve your quality of life, you won’t want to miss this one! 

When Things are Hard, Accountability & Friends Pull You Through: Quitting Sugar

Today on the Fit is Freedom Podcast, Jamie is joining me to discuss the 30 day Sugar Freedom Challenge and how it impacted her relationship with sugar!You know, they say that the devil is in the details….and by devil, I mean sugar! In our society, sugar is EVERYWHERE. It’s in our dressings, it’s in our breads, and it’s even in our gummy vitamins! Some highlights include our discussions on…The impact sugar has on our energySelf-monitoring your intakePrioritizing your sugar “splurges”Knowing how your body reactsIn addition to our coaching, we’re always hosting a variety of challenges. Some are only 30 days and some are longer. Whether it’s planning for your next big thing or cutting out certain foods, we like to find fun and creative ways to fine tune our health and fitness. If you’ve considered jumping in to our Sugar Freedom Challenge or any of our other groups, this is a great listen to understand just how your life could change! 

Freedom Is: Fit, Strong, Confident, Adventurous and Pain-Free Joints!

Spoiler alert! I’m a sucker for a happy ending, and this episode is full of them! I’m joined this week on the Fit is Freedom Podcast by my friend and our Alumni, Anne. She’s an amazing member of our community who has made so many strides since joining the tribe. Learn about her journey from joint pain and an unbalanced diet with activity on the backburner to taking control of her freedom by finding the fit!We’ll also be touching on...The importance of moving through the discomfort  Unexpected benefits of being fitImportance of a community to reach your goalsHow being fit really matters for a life freedomIf you’ve been wondering about what the Fit is Freedom Experience is like, this is a wonderful taste of our community.

The Best & Worst Times to Start Working out

When is the best time to start working out? Is it a special occasion like New Year’s? Is it when you have a goal to actually work towards? Or is it today?Well, the truth of the matter is that it really depends on you, your personality, and your preferences.In this week’s episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, I’m going to be breaking down some of the key reasons and times people start working out. We’ll explore the pros and the cons so you can determine when and how it’s best for you to jump back on the fitness train! 

When You See Your Fitness as a Long-Game, Life Changes!

Have you been searching for ways to improve your health and fitness?  If you’ve been thinking about taking a leap of faith and joining the Fit is Freedom Experience, this is a wonderful chance to hear an experience firsthand!This week on the Fit is Freedom Podcast, we are joined by our very own Jenny Fitzpatrick. She is a program alum and has been with the program for almost a year now! Listen in as Jenny recounts her own fitness journey and the ways our community has impacted it. We’ll also touch on some of our foundational values when it comes to health and fitness, which include...-Having a fitness community for support and accountability-Approaching fitness as a marathon not a sprint-Shifting your mentality from selfish to self love

Fitness Routines Work, But Only If You Make Them Your Own

There’s just something about having a routine that makes the rest of your day and your life easier, which is what we’ll be discussing today on the Fit is Freedom Podcast! If you feel like your routine could use some sprucing up or you simply want to listen in for some routine inspo, this is the episode for you! Believe it or not, there was a point in my life where I fought having a routine. I wanted to be free and do what I wanted to do when I wanted to do it. But, what I actually learned is that a routine is the key to freedom!I’ll be sharing my own personal routine while also touching on the following:Non negotiables in your routineThe importance of writing things outKeeping stress at a manageable levelFinding things that make your life easier