Friends with Health Benefits

We are joined by Blake Mistretta, marathon runner, HYROX champion, and MOXI3 co-founder to discuss the ins and outs of marathon training, what it takes to be a great leader, and the role that fitness plays in overall well-being. Blake shares what he has learned from long-distance training, finding sobriety, and leading teams and explains how all of these things lend themselves to one another in his own life.

Welcome back to Friends with Health Benefits! In this episode, Kate and Jac are thrilled to unveil the exciting details of their brand-new venture - a communal wellness space located in Costa Mesa! Imagine a haven where you can experience cold plunges, saunas, and soothing massage therapies, all under one roof. But there's more to it than just relaxation; our wellness spa is also rooted in community and will house a co-working space designed to ignite your creativity and productivity. Join us for an exclusive sneak peek into our plans for the space and the stories behind its origin. Stay tuned as the girls take you through the process and development of their new business in real time. Don't miss it!Follow Friends with Health Benefits on Instagram and Tik Tok

In this week's episode, Kate and Jac get pretty personal regarding diet culture, body image, and disordered eating. Despite pouring a ton of focus and intention into caring for their health through nutrition and exercise, they have both struggled with the pressures of body trends and societal expectations. One of the goals in this episode was to openly discuss both their personal experiences with body image and the intricacies surrounding the topic in general. By being vulnerable, Kate and Jac hope to reinforce that no one is alone in what they may go through during their own body image journey. The girls also explore the true meaning behind intuitive eating, and give tangible tips to implement that practice in everyday life.Follow us: @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, Kate @katewirta

In this episode, Kate and Jac explore the topics of healthy drinking water and the history of glyphosate. Kate educates us on the origins of the tap water in our homes, and shares the dangers of consuming contaminated water. She then teaches us what to look for when investing in healthy drinking water. Jac guides us through the history of glyphosate and how it infiltrated the American agriculture industry. She informs us of the repercussions of spraying crops with this pesticide, and then gives tips on how to avoid it. Enjoy the episode!Follow us: @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Jolie Shower HeadCitizen Water CoPuronicsAquraTru Filter

In this episode, Kate and Jac round up their 2022 favorites. Their personal lists range from the Summer Fridays Lip Balm all the way to Sam Harris' Waking Up meditation app. They recount the products and services that helped shape the previous year (all favorites are linked below!) Later in the episode, the girls explore their goals for the New Year. Going into 2023, Kate and Jac are starting the “75 Hard” challenge, and plan to implement new routines to carry throughout the coming months. Enjoy!Follow us: @FriendsWithHealthBenefits, @jacc_, @katewirtaKate's Favorites:Summer Fridays Lip BalmAlphalete LeggingsMalk Almond MilkBone Broth Protein PowderCurling CustardSprunch MousseSkinbetter RetinolInfrared SaunaJac's Favorites:Waking Up by Sam HarrisLMNT ElectrolytesHuberman Lab PodcastHatch Alarm ClockDyson AirwrapStanley Water Bottle

Welcome back to season two of Friends with Health Benefits! On this week's episode, Kate and Jac catch up on their travels that took place over the break. They share the many revelations they both discovered while abroad. Kate noticed how different she physically felt eating the food in Africa, and Jac observed how living in America has altered her perception of beauty. To close out the episode, the girls share embarrassing travel tales from past trips with significant others. Enjoy!Follow us: @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirta

On this week's episode, Jac and Kate sit down solo to discuss important facts and reminders that will positively impact our mental and physical health. Kate discusses the vital role of skeletal muscle and how protein consumption impacts our overall health. Jac shares interesting statistics and studies regarding humans and their connection to their cell phones. To close out the episode, the girls share a bit of their personal backgrounds to give more context as to how this podcast was created. This will be the final episode of season one, stay tuned for the season two premiere! Enjoy!Follow us @friendswhealthbenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts Mentioned:Hatch Alarm Clock

We are joined by Shelby Torrese, who is a holistic nutrition coach. She teaches women about ingredients and foods that increase energy, improve mood, and reduce bloat. The impetus of her business started back in elementary school with chronic stomach aches. In attempts to remedy this problem, she experienced first hand how much food affects overall health. Throughout our interview, she breaks down what her process looks like when working with women one on one to equip them with the tools to thrive. Not only does Shelby divulge tips for achieving a healthy life, she also shares business advice for health coaches who want to create successful platforms. We hope you enjoy this episode!Follow Shelby at @shelbytorrese and join her Clean Eating Course at https://clean-living.teachable.com/p/clean-eating-course-infoFollow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Amazon StorefrontDeodorantCode SHELBY: Red LightHairy Little Things (Eyebrows)Iron Lion Soap

We are joined by Avi Ruben from Iron Lion Soap. Avi started making hygiene products when he was sixteen, and became the local soap dealer for his community. In 2008, he officially founded Iron Lion Soap from the necessity of wanting a better soap for his family and friends. Today, Avi employs a team of eight people dedicated to creating the highest quality shower experience. He divulges how he authentically meshes his personal values with his brands' ethos. Both Avi and Iron Lion's core value is “people over everything”, and that is shown through everything they do. He teaches us the fundamentals of skin health, toxic chemicals in the hygiene industry, and how to keep life clean.Follow Avi at @ironlionsoap and shop his products at https://ironlionsoap.com/collections/allFollow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaKate's favorite ILS products:Vanilla Oat SkincreamSweet Orange Liquid SoapOneOne7 SoapWatermelon Lemonade SoapJac's favorite ILS products:Vanilla Oat SkincreamMojo SoapMango Guava SoapOther products:Amazon StorefrontShower Soap Holder

We are joined by Avi Ruben from Iron Lion Soap. Avi started making hygiene products when he was sixteen, and became the local soap dealer for his community. In 2008, he officially founded Iron Lion Soap from the necessity of wanting a better soap for his family and friends. Today, Avi employs a team of eight people dedicated to creating the highest quality shower experience. He divulges how he authentically meshes his personal values with his brands' ethos. Both Avi and Iron Lion's core value is “people over everything”, and that is shown through everything they do. He teaches us the fundamentals of skin health, toxic chemicals in the hygiene industry, and how to keep life clean.Follow Avi at @ironlionsoap and shop his products at https://ironlionsoap.com/collections/allFollow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaKate's favorite ILS products:Vanilla Oat SkincreamSweet Orange Liquid SoapOneOne7 SoapWatermelon Lemonade SoapJac's favorite ILS products:Vanilla Oat SkincreamMojo SoapMango Guava SoapOther products:Amazon StorefrontShower Soap Holder

We are joined by Chris Scott, who is a doctor of physical therapy currently operating out of Moxi3. He recently left a traditional, insurance-based PT clinic to open his own practice, REO. His practice prioritizes arming patients with the tools to maintain a well-oiled machine. Opposed to the traditional health care model, Chris finds the root of his patients' problems and fixes them. He teaches us that the key to a pain-free life is keeping your body moving. We also learn about the importance of dynamic stretching prior to working out versus static stretching post workout. We hope you enjoy this episode!Follow Chris @reophysicaltherapy and connect with REO at https://www.reophysicaltherapy.com/Follow us Follow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Toe Separatorshttps://a.co/d/j8CzKiV

We are joined by the lovely Jenna Rainey again this week. She discusses her health journey and how she manages her autoimmune disorders. Through trials and tribulations with her own health, Jenna has done an abundance of research on which practices suit her life best. She has taken her health into her own hands and shares tips and tricks on balancing your circadian rhythm, finding quality foods, and accessing flow state. We hope you enjoy this episode!Follow Jenna's Instagram @jennarainey and YouTube at https://youtube.com/c/JennaRaineyChannelFollow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:• “Breath” by James Nestor• Circadian and DMinder App• “The Body Keeps the Score” Bessel Van Der Kolk MD• “the Embodied Mind” by Thomas R Verny (the book I couldn't remember on cellular memory)• @sustainabledish• Docs: “The Need to Grow,” “The Biggest Little Farm” and “Soil”• Dr. jill Bolte Taylor's “A Stroke of Insight” Ted talk Other helpful/not mentioned health resources:• “How to Heal Your Metabolism” by Kate Deering• Dr. Jack Kruse's work on quantum health and circadian medicine• @carriebwellness on IG for quantum health/circadian info• Bon Charge glasses for blocking artificial light at nightMagnolia Wellnesshttps://magnoliawellnessoc.comLumify Redness Reliever Eye https://a.co/d/igHf1FTMonday Swimwearhttps://mondayswimwear.com

This week we're exploring new health hacks, disturbing facts, and routine changes that are top of mind this month. Jac explains the mental benefits of group fitness. She discusses how group fitness enhances the stress reducing benefits of exercise, specifically by increasing calmness after exercising with someone compared with exercising alone. Kate explores the advantages of delaying your caffeine intake in the morning. She walks us through our bodies' natural cortisol and melatonin cycle, and explains the importance of natural sunlight for our circadian rhythm. We then pick two routine changes we want to implement moving forward. Jac's is creatine supplementation for cognitive function and Kate's is forming identity based habits. We hope sharing our journeys teaches you something new. Enjoy!Follow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Hubberman Labs Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4JIM6biMG5CQDsSMQFwG3O?si=v0cX46G2TOu0CQ5ohOEgSQCreatine https://thrivemarket.com/p/thorne-creatine?utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla_smart&utm_campaign=Shopping_Engagement_Smart_Members&utm_content=693749006350&utm_term=na&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6OWV_q2K-QIVZT2tBh2HRA3hEAQYASABEgIVnPD_BwEAtomic Habitshttps://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-c2e35f8d/list/141UT5HF3XSHXAmazon Storefronthttps://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-c2e35f8d?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp

We are joined by Jenna Rainey, who is a successful artist, painter, and creative. She has run her own business for upwards of a decade now, and has experienced the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Today, she employs three team members including her husband, John. In our interview, she shares what working with a spouse looks like and how that has shaped her business. Throughout the past decade she's learned SEO strategy, how to balance creativity and business, and how to grow an organic following. Not only does Jenna divulge numerous business tips, she also opens up about her trials with mental health and her postpartum journey. We hope you enjoy part one of this episode! Stay tuned next week for part two. Follow Jenna at @jennarainey and her YouTube at https://youtube.com/c/JennaRaineyChannelFollow us at @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Helpful tools for SEO• Google Analytics (tracking site visitor behavior on your site)• SemRush or UberSuggest (keyword research tools)Super 73https://super73.comAmerican Flyer E-Bikehttps://americanflyerbikes.com/electric-bikesAmazon Storefronthttps://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-c2e35f8d?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp

We are joined by Reuben Brooks who has a B.S. in Exercise Science, is a certified Life Coach, certified NLP Coach, and certified Business Executive Coach. Through his years as an entrepreneur and fitness coach, Reuben has mastered and now teaches how to build a business and scale it. He owns and operates The Fit Boss Blueprint and a fitness coaching platform specializing in body recomposition. He shares the knowledge he's found with the masses to hopefully make other peoples' lives easier. Although he pours much of his time and energy into his businesses, Reuben strikes balance in all that he does. He believes that discipline breads freedom, and that is seen in his balanced lifestyle. We hope you enjoy this episode!Follow Reuben @ApprovedbyBrooks and visit his businesses at https://linktr.ee/approvedbybrooksFollow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Love Island https://www.hulu.com/series/e3b93210-7e03-471f-8270-0e17161809a8Stevia Celsius https://a.co/d/4qg0qOhHatch Alarm Clock https://www.hatch.co/restoreTrainerize App https://www.trainerize.com/

We are joined by Joanna Huckins and Jacquelyn Fisher who comprise Sweat & Tell. They share key takeaways on creating work life balance in an ever evolving realm such as social media. We discuss how they set boundaries between what content is shared online versus what is kept private for them to enjoy with their inner circles. Jo and Jacqs are major proponents of goal setting (specifically SMART goals), and share how they use these tactics to achieve monthly, attainable goals. They lift the curtain to show what the life of full time content creators truly looks like, and it is much different than many assume. Whether you learn about boundaries, goal setting, or content creation, we hope you thoroughly enjoy this episode!Follow Jo and Jacqs @SweatandTellFollow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Bala bangleshttps://www.shopbala.com/products/bala-banglesAthletic Greenshttps://athleticgreens.com/en

We are joined by creative director of Palm Place Creative, Alex Paz. In our conversation, we dive into what it takes to build a brand, what the creative process looks like from start to finish, and the dedication necessary to see a product to its final stages. He is no stranger to adversity, and he shares what his journey looked like to accomplish all that he has today. He has created content for brands like Los Sundays Tequila, Guillotine Vodka, Slate Swim, and Soundboks. Alex explains how he manages absorbing other people's perception of his work and self to protect his mental peace. We hope you enjoy it!Follow Alex on Instagram @PazAlez_ and check out his businesses: @PalmPlaceCreative and @WelcometoCakeWorldFollow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Co-Star Astrologyhttps://www.costarastrology.com

We're diving into some of the health hacks, disturbing facts, and routine changes that are top of mind this month. This episode focuses on the gut-brain connection, the dangers of seed oils, and the benefits of both breathwork and the sauna. Listen to hear how we navigate the toxic maze that is the American food, pharmaceutical, & healthcare system. Although we're not doctors, we strive to live the healthiest lives possible while implementing balance in everything we do. We hope sharing our journeys teaches you something new. Enjoy!Follow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Magnolia Wellnesshttps://www.magnoliawellnessoc.com/Shilajithttps://cymbiotika.com/collections/all-products-collection/products/shilajit-normal-jarSkims Lounge Dresshttps://skims.com/products/soft-lounge-long-slip-dress-onyxMoxi3 saunahttps://moxi3.com/infrared-sauna/Breathwork classhttps://moxi3.com/schedule/costa-mesa/

We are joined by serial entrepreneur Marc Paz, and he's sharing the journey of starting his own business in the fifth grade, dropping out of college, and building an empire of his own. We're discussing the challenges of working with your friends and how that affects the trajectory of one's career. He opens up about the struggles of starting his own business, and shares the captivating adventures he's taken to achieve the life he's always dreamed of leading. Marc's a proponent of supporting people's tries and not fearing the failure that accompanies taking risks. Enjoy!Follow Marc on Instagram @MarcAnthothyPaz and check out his businesses: @PalmPlaceCreative, @WelcometoCakeWorld, and @SuperDuperEnergyFollow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirtaProducts mentioned:Hue Women's Mini Crew Sock 6-Pack https://a.co/d/3F4cGGKMother Denimhttps://www.motherdenim.comBooty, Core, + Cardiohttps://moxi3.com/schedule/

On Friends with Health Benefits, we'll be interviewing business owners, brand developers, health nuts, artists, and more to find out how they got where they are and who inspired them along the way. Friends with Health Benefits is about the people in our lives that inspire us simply by living life as their true selves, pursuing their dreams, and being our friends.Follow us @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, and Kate @katewirta