Conversations with Claire

Amanda Odgers is the Founder of Made for More Retreats & runs her own online coaching business. She is also the partner to Matt Johnson (see episode 95 for his account of the Run Across Texas) who ran 841 miles in less than 18 days. Amanda was the only female on the crew and had a very unique perspective as Matt's partner watching him endure all 841 miles. In this episode she references running over 200 of the miles alongside him but since totaled it up and reported that it was just over 300 miles that she accompanied him for on foot. An incredibly journey these two (and their whole crew) took on in 2024 -- all whilst she continued to run her coaching business and led a retreat immediately following the adventure.   Connect with Amanda HERE: https://www.instagram.com/amandaodgers/ Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/  

Matt Johnson is an ultra runner, veteran and literal comedy show in human form. We sit down 5 weeks after his "Run Across Texas" which was 841 miles of running -- completed in 17 days, 9 hours and 3 minutes. This idea came to Matt 13 months prior to the run. We unpack the details of preparation as well as get a glimpse of the experiences on the road. Matt chose to complete this to raise funds for Valorfit, a nonprofit organization for veteran aid (link below). He approaches each topic with a level of vulnerability and honesty that is nothing short of inspiring... as if the feat in itself wasn't enough. Stay tuned with Matt's social media (link below) to get updates for the documentary film releasing in 2025.   Thank you Matt. It was an honor to host this conversation. ValorFit Website: https://www.valorfit.org/   Connect with Matt HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mattjohnson__/ Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/   Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/1-1-coaching 

Julia Rene is an IFBB Wellness Pro and Founder of Know Your Power. Her brand includes a podcast, coaching business, retreats, and products like her morning guided journal. She is in her twenties and has built an incredibly consistent and sizable personal brand with a TON of content coming out across platforms consistently. What started as desperation to no longer stay in the career she thought she would love has turned in to so much more today. Julia is an example of consistency over the course of time compounding in to success paired with a trust in her inner knowing of how she needs to show up and a detachment from others opinions along the way. This podcast episode should leave you feeling empowered -- just as we both hope for you.   Connect with Julia HERE: https://www.instagram.com/_juliarene/ Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/   Check out Julia's Brand Know Your Power HERE: https://knowyourpower.net/juliarene?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYuMSb1udimeVsPoOwxAtBkI-VJbOsTN7--7x445sAeHSp31iMKlrq6-sA_aem_Ny7AT8XiuGxZ9NS5xNg4Mg   Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/1-1-coaching 

Angelique's story is quite unique, filled with hardship and heartache -- followed by forgiveness, grace and joy. Angelique spent much of her young childhood with her mother and five siblings in Rwanda, Africa. She and her siblings and father survived a war in her home Country and she moved to Belgium for a few years before coming to the US for school. Angelique is a vibrant woman today who serves her community beautifully, teaches yoga and loves fashion. Her story of faith and forgiveness for her experiences is nothing short of breathtaking.   Connect with Angelique HERE: https://www.instagram.com/dalique29/  Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/1-1-coaching 

Sylvie McCracken is a real estate investor, property management co. founder, author, former celebrity assistant, mother of three and a total baddie when it comes to her health journey. Sylvie went through being diagnosed with PCOS, Hashimoto's and struggles with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) through her journey in her 30's. She is now 44 and taking on Perimenopause with a beautiful attitude of "It's not about getting out of the hole anymore... I did that. It's about seeing how good I can make it. I look at each of these things as a project instead of a problem.". In this episode we cover: - her early career as a celebrity assistant - having her first child as a teenager and then two more in her 20's/30's - being incorrectly diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder - losing 80 pounds as a result of the changes she had to make to overcome PCOS & then later SIBO - launching her own business and becoming a founder to buy her time back - homeschooling her children and how they do it - beginning working together (with me) two years ago at age 42 and implementing resistance training & nutrition habit shifting to go on to lose another 32 pounds during that time in a "two steps forward, one step back" fashion whilst traveling frequently, running the businesses, being a busy mom and an much more. This episode is packed with ownership, action and inspiration. Lots of lessons to learn from Sylvie in her mindset and approach to life, as well as learning and relating to her experience.   Connect with Sylvie HERE: https://www.instagram.com/sylvie.mccracken/ Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/1-1-coaching 

Katie Callaway is an coach specializing in 30-40's women's strength training & empowerment through movement. She is also originally from Oklahoma like me! In this episode we discuss: - Katie's athletic background including her time as a Thunder Girl for NBA team Oklahoma City Thunder. - All the versions of fitness throughout Katie's journey from marathon running to CrossFit and more. - Katie's journey professionally over the past few years and the hardship of making a jump in to a new career field, being laid off and navigating the struggles of seeking a job. - Katie's perspective on Nutrition and what a typical day looks like for her. - Katie's latest adventure joining Tara Laferrara (previous guest and prominent online coach) in launching her Fitness App, Broads. - Katie's perspective on dating and friendships as a 38yr old in Austin, TX - Claire gets a bit intense about fitness influencer advice on the internet. ...and much more!   Connect with Katie HERE: https://www.instagram.com/katiemichelle_23/  Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Join the waitlist for Katie's coaching on Broads App HERE: https://www.broads.app/ Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/1-1-coaching 

Fourth time guest (and my favorite human) is back again with some fresh perspective. In this episode we discuss: - Jimmy's four months post knee surgery update - PR's he's already setting - Work ethic partnered with a sense of urgency - What it really looks like to take your goals seriously - Tools for buying in on belief in your own capacity - Consuming podcasts/books/videos for learning versus actually doing - ideas on balancing the two - Ideas on Exercise as Medicine - Gratitude's   Find & Follow Jimmy HERE: https://www.instagram.com/coachjimmyhouse/  Find & Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Apply for Coaching with Claire: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/1-1-coaching/ Apply for Coaching with Jimmy: https://housestrongcoaching.com/ 

Kevin Schuetz is the Owner of Koda CrossFit Iron View, 2024 CrossFit Games Masters Athlete (9th), 2023 CrossFit Games Team Competitor, and many times Regionals/Semifinals individual athlete. Kevin *and his team* host the annual CrossFit competition Koda Iron Games in Colorado, and he is husband to the superwoman Liz Schuetz and father to two beautiful children. In this episode we discuss: - Kevin's origin story with CrossFit - The struggles of early adulthood for Kevin between underwhelming career paths and struggles with lifestyle and drinking - The pivotal moment where Kevin went all in on his health & started CrossFit - The importance of relationships along the journey  - Setting a big goal and realizing you got everything you could have hoped for along the pursuit. - CrossFit Affiliate ownership over the years. - What Kevin loves about owning a gym and the struggles of ownership - Mindset in relation to hard work and fear ...and much more.   Find Koda Iron View on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/kodaironview/ Keep up with Koda Iron Games HERE: https://www.instagram.com/kodairongames/ Keep up with Claire on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Check out Claire's online coaching HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/ 

Dasha Agoulnik is a Registered Dietician with a Masters in Nutritional Epidemiology. She is the Founder of CorePerform Coaching, Education and Supplementation. In todays episode we: - Dive deeper in to Claire's current experience in healing from mold exposure/illness - Learn about Dasha's 5 Speed Pillars for Health - Learn about Dasha's journey in research and personal health struggles - Dasha's perspective on testing methods & healing approaches. - Why Gut Health is so important, and how it isn't about what nutrients you're consuming -- but rather what you're absorbing. . ..and more!   Connect with Dasha on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/dashafitness/ Connect with Claire on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ CorePerform Website HERE: https://coreperform.com/ Sign up for Coaching with Claire HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/ 

Alex Easby is a Performance Psychology Coach and Co-Founder of Edge Performance & O.p.e.n Spaces. In this episode we explore: - the recent O.p.e.n Spaces event & concept - what life was like for Alex growing up - Alex's fascination with the mind & how it relates to the body - breaking down the pillars of daily habits, breath work and reflection as tools for life - Alex's experiences with breath work and recommendations for practice today - why slowing down is so important ...& much more   Connect with Alex HERE: https://www.instagram.com/alex_easby/ Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Sign up for Claire's Coaching App HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/ 

Connor McDonald is a CF-L4 seminar staff at CrossFit, owner of Bar 10 CrossFit in North Austin (Georgetown), 5x Semifinals/Regionals individual competitor and husband to his beautiful & strong wife Shelbi. We discuss: - Connors story of origin with CrossFit as a training methodology - Connors progression as a coach and seminar staff member - the differences in L1 & L2 Certificates and L3 & L4 Certifications - Connor & Claire's perspectives on the differences between the sport and the methodology. What actually takes place inside of an affiliate versus what is seen on TV. - Risk of injury - How CrossFit differs from other training studios such as HIIT classes - Why & How someone should try CrossFit   Follow Connor HERE: https://www.instagram.com/connor_mcdonald8/  Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Check out Bar 10 HERE: https://www.instagram.com/bar10crossfit/ Sign up for your CF L1 HERE: https://www.crossfit.com/certificate-courses/level-1 

Gina Marie is the owner of Earned Not Given, her online coaching business, IFBB Bikini Pro actively competing (two weeks out in this recording) and has recently relocated to Austin, TX. We talk a lot about her experience with bodybuilding but also spend a lot of time talking about how to structure your life to be supportive to your goals and how she has shifted things in a big way in her own life which have led to a fulfilling life today.   Follow Gina HERE: https://www.instagram.com/therealginamariee/ Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/   Apply for Coaching with Gina HERE: https://form.jotform.com/223597679664073/ Join Wellness with Claire HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/ 

Layne Palm is the Founder of Fortify ATX, Doctor of Chiropractic at ONNIT Gym in Austin, 96kg USAW National Champion, husband to the beautiful Taylor Palm... and newly a father! Layne and Taylor are the very first friends I made in Austin, TX -- thanks to Taylor and I's shared love of CrossFit. In this episode we learn about the simple actions Layne takes to lead a faith driven life -- which has proven to be fruitful. We also talk some approaches to training, his body work practive and approach with his patients -- and fitness.   Connect with Layne on IG HERE: https://www.instagram.com/laynepalmdc/  Connect with Claire on IG HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/  Start working with Claire on your health journey HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com 

Kyla is an Event Producer, Content Creator and Marketer based in Austin, TX. In this episode we walk through her health journey of discovering SIBO & Candida Overgrowth and healing from that, to her journey in the wellness industry in many different roles. This episode tells the BTS of the hard work and scrappy nature of growing in roles and figuring things out. Kyla's story is both inspiring and relatable.    Follow Kyla HERE: https://www.instagram.com/iamkylaellis_/ Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Claire's Coaching App HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/ 

"I'm doing this to prove to myself that I'm not a fraud". Brad Womack is an entrepreneur, two time star on ABC's "The Bachelor", and a walking billboard for fitness over 50. We start off on the topic of his singleness given the Bachelor background... but we pivot quickly to fitness, overcoming adversity, gaining clarity on your WHY, boldly attacking big goals, what his routine looks like today and how it has given him a life he loves today.   Follow Brad HERE: https://www.instagram.com/bradwomackatx/ Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Check out Claire's Coaching HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com/personalized-program 

Meg Jacoby is the current reigning World Champion (2024) of Hyrox, a race and sport that has grown like wildfire all around the globe the past few years. Meg co-hosts a podcast, runs RMR Training with Rich Ryan and Ryan Kent, is a sponsored Puma and ESN athlete, and has spent most of her adult life a single mother. Her story is one of resilience and discipline. If you're ready to give up all excuses and take away some major mindset shifts to apply to your own life -- you're in the right spot.   Follow Meg HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mjac0by/ Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/    Check out Meg's Training App HERE: https://my.playbookapp.io/rmr-training/checkout Check our Claire's Coaching App HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com    

Candice Wagner is a former US Marine, Owner of CrossFit Iron Horse in Ft Worth Texas and a former CrossFit Games competitor. Candice opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and how CrossFit helped her overcome it. She has been a successful owner of a gym for many years now. In the back half of the episode we dive deeper in to what core values mean to us and how to cultivate culture and community in ways that resonate with us.   Connect with Candice HERE. Contact CF Iron Horse HERE. Connect with Claire HERE. Join Wellness with Claire HERE.

Evan Slaughter (sLAUGHter) is your latest favorite fitness influencer. A veteran who has overcome addiction and has lost 85lbs within the last year. He has spent the past couple of years sharing his journey on social media in the most comedically entertaining and authentic way. If you want to be inspired.. this is one is an easy YES.   Follow Evan HERE: https://www.instagram.com/fit2serve1?igsh=dGw1aGk2MGp5Znp6 Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays?igsh=cDEzZ3VvdGcxZ2xj&utm_source=qr 

Coach Jimmy House is back! He is nearly 2 months post-op from his meniscus repair surgery on his knee. We unpack the unexpected hurdles both physically and emotionally of this process. We also talk through many details of training methodology, mindset and the pursuit of greatness, cultivating and relying on a support system for life and more. Follow Jimmy HERE: https://www.instagram.com/coachjimmyhouse?igsh=MWM0eXE0cjRuNzFkeA== Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays?igsh=cDEzZ3VvdGcxZ2xj&utm_source=qr 

Nikki Elkjer is a Strength and Mobility Coach (FRC® Specialist) in Austin, TX. In this episode Claire and Nikki share their experiences with mold exposure. From becoming increasingly ill and seeking answers, to discovering the mold to their journeys of healing from their exposure. **DISCLAIMER** it is stated (and overstated) throughout episode that this is NOT medical advice -- and if you are seeking medical advice you should speak to medical professionals directly. This conversation is a therapeutic sharing of our experiences.   Follow/Connect with Nikki HERE: https://www.instagram.com/nikkielkjerofficial?igsh=OG9ka2xwejBoMW1l Follow/Connect with Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays?igsh=cDEzZ3VvdGcxZ2xj&utm_source=qr  

Tara Laferrara is an online strength + mobility coach, podcast host and **soon to be** App OWNER! In this episode we talk through our perspectives on a handful of trending topics online in the fitness realm, training versus working out, nutrition, "absolutes", sexual health and more. Towards the end Tara shares things she is doubling down on in life as well as cutting back on at this stage of her journey. **Tara's first appearance on the pod is Ep. 59 which can be found on Spotify, Apple pods & other audio listening platforms.** Follow Tara HERE: https://www.instagram.com/taralaferrara/ Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ 

Larry Maloney is the GM at ONNIT Gym in Austin, TX. I've been in ATX for just over two years and closely tied to ONNIT since day one -- and Larry has been a big part of that. His leadership style is unique in ways I feel we can all learn from. Learn why he shows up the way that he does in this episode. Lots of leadership and persistence takeaways as well as his perspective on fatherhood and priorities.   Follow Larry HERE: https://www.instagram.com/lifting_larry/ Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Claire's Coaching: https://www.clairebayscoach.com 

This episode of the podcast was an absolute DELIGHT. Taylor stopped by before heading off on her adventure from ATX for San Diego. We speak about relationships, our personal fitness journeys and our perspectives on delivering exceptional coaching whilst navigating brand building in the social media landscape. It is so refreshing to have such candid/unfiltered conversation.   Follow Taylor Dayne HERE: https://www.instagram.com/tdl_does_life/ Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ 

What started as a seemingly harmless way to medicate the pain from his kickboxing training... slowly became a real problem. Tyson moved to Austin TX, got involved in new community and parted ways with substances. He recently celebrated one year sober -- so we sat down to talk through what it's been like. Today he is the Head Coach at Archetype Boxing in ATX (a stunning facility that is open to the public running boxing classes daily). Thank you to Tyson for choosing to share. This message is powerful and all too relatable.   Follow/Contact Tyson HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mendeas_ty/ Check out Archetype Boxing HERE: https://www.instagram.com/archetypeboxingclub/ Follow/Contact Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Sign up for Claire's programming + coaching HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com 

Chloe is a Pan American, Brazilian National, No Gi World Champion and No Gi European Champion. She is training and coaching at Renzo Gracie in Austin, TX. We learn about her childhood growing up with horses and the traumatic accident she experienced with her horse that led her to pursue different goals. She fell in love with Jiu Jitsu while living in New York and has pursued that journey all the way to Austin, TX where she trains now. She tells the story of her gnarly neck injury and the road of recovery from that while continuing to coach & grow. She is thriving in training today and continuing her pursuits with passion and resilience.   Follow Chloe HERE: https://www.instagram.com/chloemmcnally?igsh=dnJ1Ym1pcWQ2Z3Ji   Follow Claire HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays?igsh=cDEzZ3VvdGcxZ2xj&utm_source=qr   Check out Claire's workout programming & nutrition coaching HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com

Jennifer Keddy is a literal comedy show. We dive in to Jenn's journey as a professional volleyball player, to her sudden cancer diagnosis and the turn her life took at that time. She advocated for herself and discovered things such as the healing she found through electrolyzed reduced water (she'll explain in episode). Today she is a 6 figure sales coach and in her words "stay highdrated". Find & Follow Jenn HERE: https://www.instagram.com/jennuinewaters?igsh=MTBlNmc1NXl6Mm82Yg== Check out Claire's Coaching + Programming HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com 

In this episode we learn more about the Ryan Wekenman, author of Single Today. Writing a book about singleness is a pretty uncommon thing to do. I've had the opportunity to get to know Ryan through Red Rocks ATX for the past nearly two years and find his perspective refreshing and uplifting... so why not have a sit down chat about his latest endeavor: Single Today. The book is a delightful read (regardless of relationship status) and has much that we can all benefit from. From forgiving our yesterday, to not getting too caught up in the tomorrow trap, to cultivating presence today.   Get your copy HERE.   Sign Up/Apply for Claire's Coaching HERE.

Mike Gonzales is the drummer for Kill Tony Band. He has played with Keith Urban, Gary Clark Jr, The Peterson Bro's, Gina Chavez, Charley Crockett and many more. In this episode we learn that Mike got what many would call a "late start". He pursues his passion with unparalleled work ethic (we get in to the details of what that looks like). He tells many rad stories and is one of the hardest workers in every room -- who does so with humility. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about Mike. His journey will continue to be one to want to support and stay tuned in to.   Follow Mike on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mikeagonz13?igsh=dnZ0Y3M1aHg3OWN6 Follow Claire on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays?igsh=cDEzZ3VvdGcxZ2xj&utm_source=qr Check out Claire's Coaching HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com 

Rachell Hague is Co-Founder & CEO of KonnectHer -- A Community for Female Entrepreneurs. She is a martial artist, podcast host, speaker and mentor... all at the age of 24! Rachell grew up caring for her sister who passed away in 2020. We talk about the grief she walked through at age 20 and how she transformed the pain in to the purpose driven entrepreneurial endeavors she has excelled with today. We also talk about her passion for martial arts, and an honest account of both of our struggles with cultivating friendships with women and what we have learned to create more of that.   Connect with Rachell HERE: https://www.instagram.com/rachellhague?igsh=MTJkZTVlYTUwNW1oNw==   Check out Claire's Coaching HERE: https://www.clairebayscoach.com

In today's episode a dear friend of mine shares her story. From growing up with access to drugs and alcohol to being addicted to meth in her early 20's... then in to recovery. Danielle Cobb IS what recovery looks like to me. This woman inspires me and walks the walk of a person who "has that light" and shares it without expectations. We talk about healing through our recovery... from the painful parts of the first year to the healing we've experienced relationally and so much more. Danielle carries a disposition of serenity and peace that we likely all crave more of... so let's hear it directly from her.   Check out Claire's Coaching HERE.

Can you define health? I've been asking a lot of fitness professionals this question. We desire better health, yet it isn't easy to define -- even for the pro's. So where do YOU begin? I don't believe I have a perfected answer to that. I do have over a decade of insatiable curiosity, an alphabet soup of certifications and hundreds of clients over that time achieving lasting results. This is a candid attempt to distill my experience and evolving education in to actionable info. Topics include: How to find a personal trainer/fitness coach, what it's realistically like to begin a resistance training program (at any age), common pitfalls along your fitness journey (trying to emulate fitfluencer workouts, diet hurdles and more). NOTE: I am aware that throughout this episode I am pushing for us to grow. I want us all to be our own best advocate. I cannot wait to continue to watch the field of health grow and expand and evolve. I hope you'll choose to continue to trudge what is, in my opinion, a worthwhile journey to prioritize your health. You're worth it. Episode Co-Hosted by Madi Taskett. A special thank you to Madi for choosing to host this episode in hopes of sharing useful perspective and support her trainer and now dear friend. You're a legend.   Madi's Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/taskett?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Claire's Website: www.clairebayscoach.com Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/  

Coach Jimmy House is back! This time we're answering the "Top 10 Most Commonly Asked Questions of Fitness Professionals". I've had the luxury of learning from Jimmy since last fall and it is an honor to get to share his knowledge & experience here today. Jimmy has 23 years of experience in training, actively coaches online and in person. He is a professional athlete in many sports including pro wrestling, jiu jitsu, powerlifting & bodybuilding. This episode was a blast to record and I'm confident there are solid takeaways for all stages of your fitness journey.   Apply for Coaching with Jimmy HERE. Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE.

Shawn Livingston is the host of "I am Redemption" podcast, US Army Veteran, Motivational Speaker and Personal Trainer. His story includes drug addiction and incarceration... and against all odds has gone on to accomplish incredible feats athletically, personally and professionally. His documentary "100 Miles to Redemtion" covers his journey in early recovery to running a 100 mile race... and he's done so much more in the 5-6 years since then that we unpack here. A truly inspiring story of a resilient human who has transformed his entire life.    Check out "I am Redemtion" Podcast HERE. Follow Shawn HERE. Check out Claire's Online Coaching HERE.

William Costello is a brilliant mind, PhD student of Evolutionary Psychology at University of Texas and a fascinating conversationalist. In this episode we learn about modern mating, incels (involuntary celibate's), the red blue and black pills and so much more.    Follow along with William's work on X HERE. Contact William's colleague Dr. Andrew G. Thomas HERE. Check out Claire's Coaching + Programs HERE.

Rychelle Moses is a PhD student, researcher, educator, writer, advocate and consultant for Domestic Abuse. In this episode Rychelle shares her personal experiences in abusive relationships and how this has driven her  professionally in her passion for prevention and awareness. Check out Rychelle's Weekly Newsletter HERE.   Check out Claire's Online Coaching HERE.  

Roman Rodriguez is the Co-Founder of The Coaches Market, PPSC Educator and Award Winning Equinox Coach. Roman taught the PPSC in Austin, TX in February. It was my second time attending the course. I appreciated his perspective and expertise so much... I had to bring him on the pod. Roman has a clear message of ACTION -- not just saying what you plan to do but being a person who acts upon it daily. We learn about the importance of T-Spine mobility, tips for martial arts athletes, invaluable tools for coaches and some often overlooked but important differences between males and females in sport.    Follow & Connect with Roman HERE. Sign up for coaching with Claire HERE.

Madi Taskett is a skilled writer, marketing expert, keynote speaker and personal training client of mine - aka a total #MuscleMommy. We discuss her fitness journey and growth in the gym over the past 5 months together. We then venture in to codependency, a topic we speak about frequently. Madi's honesty and relatability are so refreshing and she's become a dear friend whom I respect and have tremendous gratitude for. This episode feels like a beautiful encapsulation of that.   Connect with Madi HERE. Sign up for Coaching HERE.

Jim Galvin is a 5x Guinness World Record holder, former Royal Marines Commando, former Team GB Boblseigh athlete and today runs Alchemy Athletic Coaching. Jim recently came to visit ATX for a few weeks and spent much of his stay an ONNIT Gym, where we met. In this episode we learn about his upbringing dealing with "rage" and "anger" from an early age to getting in to his back half of his twenties feeling "indifferent" about life. We talk about tools we're learning about today to better navigate life. Jim today works online and is currently traveling alongside some "good mates" prioritizing meaningful relationships with other men. Refreshing perspective from a rad human.   Follow Jim HERE. Check out Alchemy Athletic HERE. Follow Claire HERE. Apply to work with Claire HERE.

Tara is someone I look up to in the fitness space. She is a strength and mindset coach who runs an online coaching business. Not only does she have a physique that commands respect, but she has a sense of humor and "no fluff" perspective that is so refreshing on social media. Learn about her personal journey in fitness as well as her coaching approach on many things gym/nutrition. A conversation I thoroughly enjoyed with a rad human.   Follow Tara HERE. Check out TL Method HERE. Follow Claire HERE. Check out Coaching from Claire HERE.

Nikki Zahka aka @fitwithnikk_ is a woman in tech with an obsession for health and connection. Nikki shares in a refreshingly vulnerable way in this episode. Her story includes struggling from being overweight to becoming "the ab girl" who then navigated liver, adrenal and hormone issues. She began to experience daily fatigue, thinning hair and increasingly problematic gut health. Nikki has been on a journey from "overtraining and under-fueling" to putting in the hard work of getting her health back from the inside out. She is stronger mentally and physically today than ever before. Huge shout out to Nikki for her heart in sharing this story.   Follow Nikki HERE. Follow Claire HERE. Check out Claire's Coaching HERE.

Dakota Meyer is a USMC/Medal of Honor Recipient, Founder & CEO of Own the Dash and Dash Hydrate and Host of "You're Human" Podcast... he is also a father, husband and firefighter. This conversation is a journey through his story to date and unpacks many of the concepts and principles Dakota lives by today.   Follow Dakota Meyer HERE. Follow Claire HERE. Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE.

Dom is doing remarkable things in his mid-twenties. Less than 6 months ago Dom was out running with some friends and went in to cardiac arrest at age 24. His work ethic and belief in big goals has been notable ever since we met... and he's taking on his next big feat in a matter of weeks to hike Mt. Kilimanjaro just 6 months after this near death experience. We talk about content creation, podcasting, consistency, mindset and health. A very worthwhile listen filled with inspiration and action.    Follow Dom's journey HERE. Support his Kilimanjaro climb for the kids HERE. Follow Claire HERE. Check out Claire's coaching HERE.

Tess Miller (aka @TessNoel) is a global fitness sensation. She started creating content 13 months ago and has grown to over 269K followers on Instagram alone... on top of working full time and then some. This is an honest conversation between two female fitness professionals navigating the landscape of it all. Tess is authentic, inspiring, hardworking, supportive and downright good vibes. If you're not following along with her journey... here's your cue to tune in

Round Two with Eric Hinman. A 43 year old 5x Ironman Athlete, Brand Builder, Content Creator and CrossFit Athlete. Eric is an inspiration to millions, a very hard worker with a refreshing curiosity and zeal for life... and a willingness to share and document the journey. Learn many habits that he has built that have made him a very magnetic human.   Connect with Eric HERE. Connect with Claire HERE. Apply for Coaching with Claire HERE. Listen to Episode 3 with Eric HERE.

Danielle is a Speaker, Emcee and owner/operator of her Self Mastery Mentorship Courses. She introduced me to different vocabulary and perspective all throughout the episode. Learn what "self mastery" means to Danielle, what tools she used early in her journey as well as today to navigate hardship, and the lessons she's learning today. She's been a force in every room we've occupied together since I met her in 2022... find out more of why and how in this episode.   Connect with Danielle HERE. Apply for 1:1 Coaching with Claire HERE.

Spencer Coursen wears MANY hats: Best-Selling Author, Threat Management Expert, Angel Investor, Public Speaker, and Veteran/Veteran Advocate to name a few. Can you say multi-faceted?! This episode was beyond beautiful to host. From being born in to a "protector" role, to suicidal ideation for decades, to many impressive accomplishments professionally via tremendous hardwork... today he tells his story and walks through the therapeutic methods he has used to heal and more importantly THRIVE in life today. Very proud of this one.   Find Spencer and his work HERE.

Shandi is a dynamite. Small Package... Absolute Powerhouse. Shandi is the Founder & CEO of FreeWell -- a beauty brand with disruptive behavior ;). She shares her story on this episode of being raped as a child and overcoming alcoholism through a recovery program, therapy and more. She has now built a brand she is wildly passionate about with BIG vision. She is heavily involved with human trafficking survivor rehabilitation today. This episode was an absolute delight to be able to host with a friend I'm dang proud of. We hope you get something of value out of it.

Craig Bongelli aka "The Conjugate Cowboy" is back on the pod today! We enjoyed having him here in October so much that we ran it back on different topics today! Craig is a colleague of mine at ONNIT Gym in Austin, TX as well as online as a coach. Today we talk about green flags, upgrading your game, sacrificing today's pleasure for a better life, perspective on relationships and more.  Find Craig HERE.

Ashely Spencer is an Olympic Medalist in Track & Field for Team USA, currently in training in Texas for the next Games. I refer to us together as a "literal comedy show" because our day to day chats feel like one. In today's episode we go deep. We discuss racism. Ashley is a black woman and she had a recent experience with bigotry that we get in to. I admire and respect Ashley... and I think you will too. We also talk fashion, sports, what growing up was like and more.   Find Ashley on Instagram HERE.   Thank you for listening

Hannah Eden is an Athlete and Coach, Founder of HEF Tribe and FYR Apparel. She is a successful business woman but she is also one of the most authentic and vibey follows on the internet... and IRL. In this episode she tells her pregnancy and birthing story for the first time. It is WILD. Such a fun episode with a stellar human.

Sam Belliveau is Canada's 3x Strongest Woman and Owner of Strongman Corporation of Canada. We unpack the sport of strength, struggles that the women face as well as Sam's mindset and vision for women in the sport.   Find Sam Belliveau HERE.