Real is Empowering

Is the gym an overwhelming thought to you? Do you constantly feel like you don't know what you are doing in the gym, aren't getting the results you want, skipping the gym due to being uncomfortable? Trust me, this used to be me! But, I am here to help you break those doubts, get out of your own head, and most importantly get to the gym! Say goodbye to those excuses and hello to the solutions! Don't forget to go download the workout guides and fitness planner I created for ya'll at www.krewnutrition.com and click on guides. As always feel free to follow me on instagram @kziggyfit and ask me anything! I hope you enjoy and share this episode!

Do you ever feel stuck? What if stuck isn't the right word... Too many times in life, entrepreneurship, health, relationships you name it, we get into a stuck mentality. Today we chat about the importance of flipping that mindset as well as changing it into a positive and productive one. Ready to be real and be empowered because this episode today is sure to get you moving again!

On this episode I got to interview one of my best friends! She is so passionate about what she does, she is one of the hardest workers I know, and her soul is so sweet. Make sure you have your notebooks out because there are a lot of gems that we drop in this episode, that you can apply to your own business or life! Want to follow Elbia on social media? Her instagram is @wolfpackfitness We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!

Ready to take your results to the next level? Whether it be business or fitness this is the conversation you need to tune into. Martina is a CPT and also my trainer (trust me when I say she will kick your booty in the gym). But, she is also an entrepreneur. We chat about all things from business to lifestyle to preparing for competitions. This episode is real and empowering. Want to connect with her on instagram? Her handle is @marzmuscles

On this episode we chat about side hustles, full time jobs, routines, and health issues. It is a one stop shop this week to relate to and get some inspiration from. Rachel provides so many tips and tricks on how to run a business alongside a full time job, as well as her health journey and Crohn's disease. If you want to connect with her on social her instagram is @rachel_lugauer

Life consistently will throw you curve balls, but it is how you respond that really matters. Shuan has been in his business for 8 years now and has a story to tell. There have been highs and lows, but what matters is how he has stuck around. His experiences are empowering, his passion is contagious, and his genuine personality will make you want to be his friend. I am so excited to share his wisdom with you as our first guest of 2021. It feels good to be back!

Life consistently will throw you curve balls, but it is how you respond that really matters. Shuan has been in his business for 8 years now and has a story to tell. There have been highs and lows, but what matters is how he has stuck around. His experiences are empowering, his passion is contagious, and his genuine personality will make you want to be his friend. I am so excited to share his wisdom with you as our first guest of 2021. It feels good to be back!

You ever just feel like nothing is working? ME TOO You ever have a rough day or week? ME TOO You ever just need a break from social media? ME TOO There are going to be a lot of moments in life where we feel as though we should stop pursuing our purpose. We doubt ourselves and our capability. We are being thrown negative opinions and lies that break us down. This is where I was these past couple of weeks. To be honest without my faith I'm not sure where I would be. God's plan is bigger than what I can see in the midst of struggle. Im here to encourage you, to take a break if you need it. To refresh and renew. And to trust in God's plan for you.

I'm so excited to share this episode with y'all this week. I got to catch up with two amazing and beautiful friends who have taken time to share their stories when it comes to diet culture, their health, and overall expectations when it comes to body image. I empower you to go follow them for daily Inspo and encouragement: @breanna.dubois @Sawyer_overway

How do you start your morning? A cup of coffee, a cup of water, or are you like me who loves a good cup of tea? Whatever it is there is no wrong answer. The real question is though, are you filling YOUR cup? Yes, that means you. Are you intentionally pouring into yourself for 15, 30 minutes, or even an hour + in the morning to make sure your cup is filled. Creating and sticking to a daily routine has allowed me to work harder on myself than ever before, show up powerfully to the world, and level up my life. In this episode I run you through what my morning looks like and empower you to come up with your own! As always remember real is empowering, and share share share! There are people who need you to share this!

How do you show up when it comes to your goals, passions, purpose, dreams? Is it a "If it doesn't work in a month or even 6 I'll give up." Or is it, "No matter what, I am going to stick with this, show up consistently, and make it become a reality." The issue with society today is we have an "instant gratification" problem. If it doesn't happen quickly then we give up and move on. IT TAKES TIME! Imagine if you quit stopping and starting, and instead just started! You kept with it, you put in the work, you went through the crap and got through the crap. YOU KEPT GOING NO MATTER WHAT! This is a mentality I have had to get real with, I have had to deal with, I have decided on because I know it will not only level up my life but it will level up others. You showing up daily is bigger than you. It is for all the people to come, it is to pave the way for someone else, it is to impact others. NO MATTER WHAT! Shift your mentality.

I don't feel qualified so I never stepped into my purpose. Does this statement resonate with you? Until you recognize that you are qualified, you do have a purpose, and you don't have to have it all figured out before you begin, you will never start. Stop allowing those doubt filled thoughts stop you from doing what you were meant to do. Let's leave a legacy and stop living in mediocracy.

How do you show up to the world, especially social media? Are you authentic or are you trying to be accepted? From going with the flow, desiring likes over everything, and becoming someone you weren't created to be in order to do so to being authentic is the shift society needs. In this episode I'm going to challenge you and empower you to show up as YOU! The world needs you as you were created and needs your purpose!

Stop letting doubt keep you from fulfilling your purpose. This week we dive into an all too familiar word called doubt. I think that everyone can relate to this limiting and sometimes destructive term when it comes to your life. I deconstruct, define, and defy doubt when it comes to my life and how to do the same for yours!

Ever have the feeling where you just wanted to give up? Me too! But, we can't because there are people depending on our purpose! In this episode I speak on the importance of not giving up, stepping into your purpose, and operating out of an authentic and selfless space. KEEP GOING!

Why do we so often begin our health journey just to give up 3 months in, and then start over again later? It is because so many of us lack BALANCE! In this episode I am going to cover what it means to have a balanced healthy lifestyle when it comes to nutrition, movement, mentality, and time. If you have been struggling with consistency and creating a genuine healthy lifestyle, this episode is for you.

Usually SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. But in this episode it is also stand for Strangers. Entrepreneurs. Opportunity. John Vuong is the CEO of a company called "Local SEO Today." The coolest part, WE HAVE NEVER MET BEFORE! But, by the amazing platform we have in technology, an entrepreneur from Canada met an entrepreneur from North Carolina in order to bring you this episode. John is full of experience as well as wisdom, and in this episode he shares his journey, what SEO is, as well as tips for any entrepreneurs listening. Grateful for God giving me the opportunity to interview him and technology for bringing us together.

What is more important? A degree or authenticity? Unfortunately along the way the world has began to prioritize job title, social status, money, and body image over authenticity. In this episode I talk about getting back to our authentic self in order to create connection with each other. Go get your life MBA today, I promise you won't regret it.

We get so focused on the big wins that we forget about the process, the journey, the small wins that got us there. We fail to recognize the small wins when they happen because we only are thinking about the one big win that we want. We need to start celebrating all of the small wins because the journey is how we reach our destination. Small wins are HUGE!

Many of my episodes include health professionals and or entrepreneuers. On this episode I got to catch up with a friend who does not fall into either of those categories but is an inspiration when it comes to health. The things he does daily are what keeps him on track, prioritizing his health, and allowing him to have a high quality of life. With that being said he also is human. Which means he has those moments where he falls off, doesn't eat well, doesn't work out and that is my favorite part! Because he is REAL! This episode is relatable, helpful, and empowering! Follow Jordan on Instagram: @jbgoodpeople

How many times in a single day do you compare your life to someone else's? Let's be honest with ourselves, it is more than we want to admit. We are so focused on what someone else can do, what they are doing, and their journey that we sweep our purpose under the rug. We are unique, we have gifts, abilities, and purpose we just need to lift the rug of comparison off of them. They are still there, we simply have covered them. On this episode I speak on a very recent lesson I have struggled and grown through about remembering who I am.

At the core of our health journey isn't a quick fix, a fad diet, cutting calories, it's recognizing you are worthy. Too often we focus so much on the scale that we forget about how we genuinely view ourselves, whether or not we feel as though we are worthy to become healthy. Society has done a phenomenal job of showing us how we "should" look and a terrible job at striving for authentic and sustainable health. On this episode Sarah shares her thoughts on core beliefs, showing up as our best self, and her passion to shift the harmful views of body image and self worth in today's society.

Following. One. Course. Until. Success. Too often we seek the instant gratification and reward, and when we don't receive that we simply give up. Imagine if we stuck with something, had grit, vulnerability, the boldness to step out and stick with it until we succeeded? What if we stopped always restarting and instead learned during the hard times, regrouped, and kept going? What if we actually believed in ourselves? The willingness to fight, progress, overcome, and have a clear vision is what separates the successful from the unsuccessful. What is it you want to focus on? And are you willing to go for it? I mean REALLY GO FOR IT!

Staying curious when it comes to your health is essential to continuous improvement. Our healthy lifestyle is just that, a lifestyle. Which means it should last our entire life. There will be ups, downs, plateaus, and victories. But when we remain curious, we will always progress. On this episode I got to talk to Hadlee who started her own coaching business called "Happy Healthy Habits." She walks us through her coaching process, her thoughts on a healthy lifestyle, and some tactical ways that you can create your own! If you want to connect with Hadlee: Website: happyhealthyhadlee.com Instagram: @ happyhealthyhadlee Facebook: happyhealthyhadlee

I never fully understood the importance of learning outside of a classroom, let alone the benefits of reading. But, today it all sort of clicked. Continuously learning through reading, podcasts, and research is what is going to progress your life. The key though to that progress is taking action and applying what you learn! This episode will give you some tips and steps on how to begin your learning process as well as why I believe it is so important.

Donte Harris is one of the most disciplined and yet humorous people I have ever met. With a passion for schedules, growing spiritually, as well as physically he lets us in on why he is so motivated and how you can be too. Not only is he a go-getter he also knows when it is time to relax. Surrounding himself with people that allow him to elevate his life is extremely important to him and plays a huge role in why he is who he is. If you want a good self-check when it comes to productivity this is the perfect episode to listen to. Follow him on Instagram for daily motivation @noigdonte

For any entrepreneur you know that the journey can be summed up in one word. Rollercoaster. The ups, the downs, the hard work, the emotional toll, the long days, the unpredictable events like a pandemic, and finding balance between everything. Meeting Lindsay in an unusual manner was the best thing that could have happened to me! Her drive, business knowledge, story, and personality are inspiring. As an entrepreneur figuring out how to navigate everything and then being hit with this pandemic can seem like you have hit a wall and is the epitome of defeating. In this episode we talk about the journey, the uncertainty, the necessary innovativeness, and the importance of mental health through it all. If you are looking for the cutest wardrobe update you can go to their website or Instagram: https://www.camillionsnc.com @camillionsnc

STAY IN YOUR LANE! Yup, I am bringing the cliche and slightly aggressive saying back and I have no shame about it. Lately I have been obsessed with this concept of celebrating each other rather than comparing ourselves to others. You are you for a reason, you have purpose, you are wonderfully and perfectly made, your journey is YOURS! Now you have to start believing it. Constantly comparing ourselves to others is mentally and physically exhausting. This episode I get a little bit fired up (Okay, A LOT!) and am very real with not only myself but also you. But hey, REAL IS EMPOWERING am I right?

Every single day is a part of your journey. There are going to be good days and there are going to bad ones, and that's life. But, your journey is that, YOURS! On this episode I got the opportunity to chat with Erica Hansen. A young entrepreneur that seeks to not only help others create a healthy lifestyle, but also create one for herself. Her journey is real, empowering, and vulnerable. Get ready to be inspired.

Are you showing up daily? In a season where we have more time than ever to focus on ourselves, there is no excuse to not exit this quarantine better than when we entered. People around you as well as yourself NEED you to sow up. This episode is raw and real, if you are not ready to be hit with some hard truth I would recommend not pressing play.

Everyone's health journey is unique to them, and this one is inspiring. Jamar was a college athlete like myself, and on this episode we share the raw truth when it came to the pressures of performance, the mental battles we went through, and the physical transformations we both experienced. Jamar also has started his own foundation "Jamar's Jammies," which provides pajamas for inner city kids during the holidays. If you would like to donate to this organization you can do so through this link --->https://www.gofundme.com/f/jamarjammies?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet

Reset. Energize/Enjoy. Smile. Thankful. In moments like the one we are facing now, it is critical to rest. As we are all going through uncertainties and struggles, this is the time to focus on what we can control, resting, and acknowledging what we are thankful for. Remain real and always empower.

I got to catch up with a good friend of mine this week on "Real is Empowering." Olivia Kmieciak is an event planner located in Northern Indiana, a really great friend, as well as someone who has dealt with quite a few health issues. In this episode she will give you insight on how to become a great event planner, what her job looks like, as well as how she overcame and is still overcoming health issues she faces. This episode is empowering, insightful, and of course, REAL!

On this episode of "Real is Empowering" I had the opportunity to interview a woman who has created her own healthy lifestyle, her own business helping others create a healthy lifestyle, and someone who's knowledge when it comes to the mental and physical side of health is incredible. Katy Stryker Greenbauer is the owner of Stryker Strong, a competitive obstacle course athlete, certified personal trainer, certified nutrition coach, and a fitness nutrition specialist. Grab your pens and notebooks, this episode is epic!

What do mental health and Krispy Kreme Donuts have in common? The answer... Niko Read. Grab your notebooks and something to write with! This week on "Real is Empowering," I had the honor of interviewing Niko. With a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice. As well as a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a slight obsession with Krispy Kreme Donuts (to hear the funniest Krispy Kreme Donut story ever, listen until the end). Niko knows the importance of mental health. His education combined with his advice and personality, will propel you on your own mental health journey. This episode will give you practical and tactical tools on how to create your own healthy and balanced lifestyle. Remember, real is empowering.

Ever wonder what it takes to be in the Marine Corps? Ever wondered what it takes to have a healthy relationship? In this episode of "Real is Empowering" I had the privilege of interviewing my boyfriend, Noah Harvey-Fonvil, a Combat Engineer in the Marine Corps. We will be discussing the mental as well as physical side of his job, tips on creating your own healthy lifestyle, and essential elements to a healthy relationship.

At 21 years old Julia Kapocius has found herself owning her own business right out of college. Having to navigate the everyday tasks that come with being your own boss, she also has ignited a passion for creating a healthy and sustainable lifestyle for herself. Her "why" is empowering, her journey and previous attempts at this lifestyle are relatable, her heart is pure, and her business skills are inspiring. Today's episode of REAL IS EMPOWERING, will leave you wanting to create your own why, give you insights into the daily life of an entrepreneur, and make you realize that you are not alone when it comes to some of the struggles associated with creating healthy lifestyles.