The Chronic Athlete

Hello! There is SO much to catch up on and we will have plenty of time to sort out what has been happening and how the podcast will go through it's own transformation this year. But if you are like me and time is passing you by faster than you can even comprehend, then we need to make sure to take advantage of the body and time that we do have.  Here is a step-by-step goal setting exercise my husband and I did for 2025.We established the areas of improvement (Finances, Fitness, & Fun), decided on the What (goals in each area), and then the HOW (action plan for each goal).Let me know your thoughts and if you go through this exercise yourself! Let's GO 2025!!! Instagram: @thechronicathlete

I'm so excited to bring this perspective on people pleasing to you!  When I heard my friend Deb Penner speak on this subject, it made so much sense.  The narrative that we are recovering people pleasers; trying to "quit" being people pleaser; or feel like we need to not care about others as much as we do--this conversation explains why being a people pleaser is innate to who we are as humans.  And this is a GOOD thing! I hope this conversation brings as much light and peace as it has done for me.  Let me know if any of these resonate for you!  Let me or Deb know or tag this episode @amyraenutrition @transformativeafDeb Penner Contact Info:Instagram: @transformativeafEmail: dropswithdeb@gmail.comThe waitlist is now open for The Promise P.A.C.K. (Purpose, Accountability, Consistency, & Knowledge) 2024.  This is  6 month group program where we go over a foundation of health each month and set small goals that we will actually stick to.  I find that information is not the problem, but implementation is!  This program is for women who are sick of stopping and starting their health journey, over all dieting roller-coaster, & want to change their health without impacting their bank accounts. Email or DM me to get on the waitlist.  This will only be offered to a small group of women as I have found that growing trust and truth amongst one another. Women who join the waitlist will receive a MASSIVE gift that will only elevate their health and experience in the program.  Don't WAIT on this opportunity!Instagram: @amyraenutritionEmail: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Most of us (especially women) have a "trouble" area or some part of our body that bugs us.  That we wish would change or go away all together.  The part of our body that used to look different and is the image we replay in our mind and, or, are continuously chasing, desperate to look like "that" again.  Hear me out.  This is not about vanity.  The way I feel about my body physically is a symbol of how I haven't been taking care of my body.  It symbolizes inconsistency in the process.  It symbolizes choosing choices from a place of comfort, not necessarily what's the overall good for my body--and most of all mind.  Let me know if any of these resonate for you!  Share with a friend &  tag this episode @amyraenutritionThe waitlist is now open for The Promise P.A.C.K. (Purpose, Accountability, Consistency, & Knowledge) 2024.  This is  6 month group program where we go over a foundation of health each month and set small goals that we will actually stick to.  I find that information is not the problem, but implementation is!  This program is for women who are sick of stopping and starting their health journey, over all dieting roller-coaster, & want to change their health without impacting their bank accounts. Email or DM me to get on the waitlist.  This will only be offered to a small group of women as I have found that growing trust and truth amongst one another. Women who join the waitlist will receive a MASSIVE gift that will only elevate their health and experience in the program.  Don't WAIT on this opportunity!Instagram: @amyraenutritionEmail: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Are you getting into your own way?  After 2 years of working with clients (and coming across these in my own life), I discuss 3 ways you are getting into your own way.  Whether that be improvement in your health/fitness/wellness journey or in any other aspect of your life--career, motherhood, relationship, etc. Let me know if any of these resonate for you!  Let me know or tag this episode @amyraenutrition The waitlist is now open for The Promise P.A.C.K. (Purpose, Accountability, Consistency, & Knowledge) 2024.  This is  6 month group program where we go over a foundation of health each month and set small goals that we will actually stick to.  I find that information is not the problem, but implementation is!  This program is for women who are sick of stopping and starting their health journey, over all dieting roller-coaster, & want to change their health without impacting their bank accounts.  Email or DM me to get on the waitlist.  This will only be offered to a small group of women as I have found that growing trust and truth amongst one another.  Women who join the waitlist will receive a MASSIVE gift that will only elevate their health and experience in the program.  Don't WAIT on this opportunity! Instagram: @amyraenutritionEmail: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Team!  I'm so excited for this conversation with Sarah Siegert who is a friendship coach for women that have primarily moved to a new area or country and are struggling making new friends and building community.I can tell you that from the many in person personal development and business events I have been to this year, the one thing many women are looking for are friends.  I mean TRUE friends.  Ride or die.  Join me in this conversation with Sarah if you are feeling like you have outgrown friendships, feel like it's hard to make new friends as an adult, or need more community in your life. One of my favorite conversations! Connect with Sarah:Instagram: @friendships.abroadFree Monthly Webinars: WebinarsFree Connection Call: Let's Go!Instagram: @amyraenutritionJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook CommunityEmail: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

It's Game Day!  On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I have a conversation with my new friend April Hovelson.  I recently had the pleasure to meet her in person and she is even more inspiring and kind than I had imagined! She is on a mission to help busy women make time for themselves by not only working out, but making it doable in any space and getting creative on what you can use in your home to add extra strength.  She truly has the most giving heart and approach--I mean you can literally get in shape for FREE by just following her!  She also has an app which gives more in depth workouts PLUS community!Follow April ASAP: Instagram: @ahhamomentfitnessInstagram: @amyraenutritionJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook CommunityEmail: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

It's Game Day!  On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I had such a great conversation with Steph Prangley who began as a coach helping women to balance their hormones, but through her own journey now coaches women who are sober curious or are aiming to become sober.  She supports women in not only approaching a sober journey/life, but helping with nutritional support along the way. This is one of my favorite episodes and is PACKED with so much knowledge.  No matter how much alcohol you consume, it's important to know the impacts on our bodies and hormones.  The more knowledge we have, the more informed choices we can make. You can find Steph leading the rebellion below: Instagram: @thesoberrebellionInstagram: @amyraenutritionJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook CommunityEmail: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Team Huddle - On this solo episode of The Chronic Athlete, we talk about delusional dreaming. Are you a delusional dreamer like me?  Do you love to talk about what you WILL do; love to make a plan with your partner or bestie; love to start new challenges; love to dream about all about what you COULD accomplish but fail to take consistent action to back it up? Below is a link to the Chronic Athlete Facebook Community where you will find the protein freebie that describes what the heck 100 grams of protein looks like.  I call out some protein power foods and also provide an example of what eating 100 grams of protein looks like within a day. Instagram: @amyraenutritionJoin: The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community - Protein Freebie +more inside the community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Team Huddle - On this solo episode of The Chronic Athlete, I discuss my recent trip to Arizona for a business roundtable, a disaster of an experience at a hotel, and how all facets in your life begin and end with YOU.  Can you believe we are in the last 90 Days of 2023?If you want to uplevel your health, one of the habits that can make a real difference in your energy, satiety, and overall weight loss is hitting your daily protein goal.  Below is a link to my freebie on what the heck 100 grams of protein looks like by sharing some protein power foods and also an example of what eating 100 grams of protein looks like within a day.  100 Grams of ProteinInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

It's Game Day!  On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I had the best conversation with one of my favorite people and leaders, Scottie Durrett.  Scottie works specifically with moms that are overwhelmed, feel like they have become a version of themselves they don't recognize, or have asked themselves, "is this it?".She is a true leader as she follows through on the promises she keeps to herself and helps other women do the same. She has a community for moms called High Vibes Moms where she offers free weekly support.  Scottie is a woman and leader you want to follow.  Instagram: @scottiedurrettInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Team Huddle - On this solo episode of The Chronic Athlete, I discuss one of my A-HA moments that has changed my perspective on my life and my growth moving forward.Let me know if you had an a-ha moment too!  Instagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

It's Game Day!  On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I spoke to THE gut health expert, Geta Barbu-Pose.  Geta has so much passion and it truly comes out in her knowledge and how she supports her clients.  We both agree on the major factor that improves/supports gut health...being yourself. We talk about her background being born and adopted in another country, how regulating our nervous system is essential to our health, and basically everything that's outside of the box when it comes to gut health.  This just goes to show how much of our lifestyle, habits, and mental health are key components in our gut and overall health. Geta is a woman and leader you want to follow. Instagram: @getas.digestInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Team huddle - The Chronic Athlete is backkkkkk!  In this episode, I give a bit of insight into where the heck this podcast has been for the past year, why I decided one day to drop everything, and having to hit another rock bottom to figure out more about who I am and what goals I truly want to be chasing. As always, if this resonates with you, I'd love to hear your takeaways!  Instagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Hey team! As we approach a new month and nearing the end of 2022, I wanted to provide you with 3 habits that will elevate your health (and life).  Especially getting into the holiday season, having a foundation of these 3 habits can create a strong foundation no matter what time of year.  Whether you focus on one habit at a time or start building on all three, these are the building blocks for which you will absolutely FEEL the results with focused consistency.  Join The Chronic Athlete Podcast Facebook Community for more conversations around personal development, growth, and health tips to support you in your journey.Website: Amy Rae NutritionInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Hey team! I'm so excited to bring this interview with Hannah Brandt who is a 34 yr old dog mom, foodie, and Dr. of Physical Therapy turned Independent Health Consultant that now specializes in helping women lose weight and/or get healthy using evidence based methods, real food, less cardio than you think, and a whole lot of sarcasm. We discuss her personal weight loss journey along with her current journey regarding her hormones.  She gives her opinion regarding taking hormonal birth control along with being able to lose weight with less effort than you'd think! She is hilarious, genuine, and a person you want on your side as a coach and friend as she will truly have your back within your health journey.  Dr. Hannah Brandt Instagram: havingandeatingcakeWebsite: Amy Rae NutritionInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Team!  I am JUST getting deeper into the topic of how our emotional health impacts our physical health.  Do you have nagging symptoms that pop up out of nowhere?  Do you have chronic sore throats or strep throat?  Do your ankles or hips ache when you don't remember "doing" anything to cause it?  Emotional health is becoming more and more a passion in my health journey and the work with clients.  If we don't recognize the impact our emotions have within our body, we can be doing all of the right things physically and still be suffering with symptoms that just don't make sense. This is my first attempt at talking about the importance and impact of emotional health.  There is so much juicy info to come around this topic and what we can do about it. Join The Chronic Athlete Podcast Facebook Community for more conversations around personal development, growth, and health tips to support you in your journey. Website: Amy Rae NutritionInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Team!  This is my mentor from afar, Amanda Carneiro.  I started following Amanda when I first began my journey as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner.  She is hands down one of the most consistent and motivating people to follow, let alone learn from.  Hear how she travels all over the world and teaches people how fat loss and nutrition can be simple and effective with a strong mindset and consistency.   She has extended her knowledge of food and created Protein Bakes which are high protein desserts that not only taste amazing, but are supportive in our health/food journey! This interview was such an honor!  Do yourself a favor and follow her ASAP! Instagram: rawfitnessandnutritionWebsite: rawfitnessandnutrition.comJoin The Chronic Athlete Podcast Facebook Community for more conversations around personal development, growth, and health tips to support you in your journey. Website: Amy Rae NutritionInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Have you ever been told "it's all in your head"?!  Ever felt like you were going crazy...whether that be with a gut feeling or KNOWING your body feels off?  This episode takes a ironic surprise--I agree, it truly is all in your head...Join The Chronic Athlete Podcast Facebook Community for more conversations around personal development, growth, and health tips to support you in your journey. Website: Amy Rae NutritionInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Would love to hear your feedback and the promise you've decided to keep to yourself! Join the Facebook community below for our first LIVE podcast interview experience this Sunday, October 2 at 7pm PST.  Be in the energy of a podcast interview and have an exclusive opportunity to connect with the podcast guest post recording!  We'd love to have you there and hear YOUR voice.  Website: Amy Rae NutritionInstagram: @coachamyraeJoin The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

Would love to hear your feedback on this concept, "when everything is hard".  Website: Amy Rae NutritionInstagram: @coachamyrae Join The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!Email: Amyraenutrition@gmail.com

The Chronic Athlete is backkkkk!! I've missed you and I've missed this podcast.  I took an unexpected break and this episode goes into why.  Join The Chronic Athlete Facebook Community!If you are interested in having a community behind your growth, DM me on Instagram @coachamyrae or email me at Amyraenutrition@gmail.com and let's chat!

I'm SO excited about this episode of The Chronic Athlete where I have a conversation with Tough Love coach Alexis McCloskey.  If you don't follow her on Instagram (@alexisreneemccloskey) she has some of the most genuine, valuable, and blunt content out there--which I love!  Learn how she went from a homeless, depressed, insecure woman to a bad ass who owns her own missteps and moves through life with ease and confidence.  Her ultimate goal is to help women realize how good their bodies and minds are design to feel by helping them figure out what the hell is getting in their own way.   She works with a range of clients on everything from shifting their mindset, changing their daily habits, creating consistency, and learning how to trust and love themselves.  She also loves helping small business owners grow their social media and make more money. I was so honored to have this conversation with Alexis.  And like she says in the episode, it's not enough to feel inspired, the magic is behind the action that comes with the feelings of inspiration. Tag myself @coachamyrae and Alexis @alexisreneemccloskey and let us know your biggest takeaway's from this episode.  Remember to leave a 5 star review and share with people who will also get value out of this episode.  That is how we grow the impact of people's stories and PROOF that "it" can be done. Want more info on how to work with Alexis?  Here's the link to all her amazing offers! 

On this solo episode of The Chronic Athlete I discuss yearly reflections (part 2).  I go into more detail about the upcoming group experience 90 Days to Consistency and why it's so important to fit small daily goals into your life to start to create momentum.  We have to remember that momentum is always the hardest at the beginning stages.  People most drop the pursuit of their goals because life gets in the way, life gets crazy/unpredictable, or we seek immediate results and don't give change a chance. If you are interested in having a community behind your growth, DM me on Instagram @coachamyrae or email me at AmyRaeNutrition@gmail.com and let's chat!  I will also be providing all of the resources I have picked up over the last year over 2 highly accredited certifications.  Anything I can do to help you move the needle in your life! 

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete Podcast I record this solo episode while going Live on Instagram!  Yep, no editing here as this is the most raw version of my yearly reflections as I have just celebrated my birthday.  As usual, I talk a lot about not only reflecting on all the GOOD that can happen in only 1 year, but I also discuss how I have been feeling stuck and overwhelmed and what steps I did to get myself un-stuck.  I discuss my next idea to help people (and myself) to finally keep the promises of change that we keep telling ourselves over and over again.  Stay tuned for 90 Days to Consistency coming your way!! Would love to hear your thoughts if this message hits home.  Screenshot & tag me @coachamyrae on Instagram or shoot me an email at amyraenutrition@gmail.com.Thank you love! Amy

On this solo episode of The Chronic Athlete podcast I discuss consistency.  I love talking all things consistency, but I just finished listening to the audiobook, The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy and it was just the inspirational wake up call I needed.  I discuss what it takes to be consistent and also a new idea that is about to come to life. I am also continuing to raise money for the 120 women that Anastasia Vladychynska has led out of Ukraine and helped place in homes throughout Europe.  For more on Anastasia's story, make sure to tune into episode 11 of The Chronic Athlete podcast.  See PayPal link to donate.  100% of all donations go to the women Anastasia is continuing to lead.Instagram: @coachamyraeEmail: AmyRaeNutrition@gmail.com Would love to hear your thoughts! 

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I interview my new friend Susanne Puerschel.  Susanne is the  Founder of R.I.S.E. Media, a platform and community that is  building the bridge between Performing Arts and Business by helping Performing Artists and companies alike to tap into the power of media and the ascending web3 , generating multiple streams of income and building sustainability and financial and artistic freedom. She is also a  Wellness Entrepreneur, podcast host of the Pointe To Rise Podcast, former international ballerina, mother of three beautiful sons and experienced principal chief executive officer. Susanne had the privilege to grow up behind the iron curtain in Berlin, Germany.After  working in cooperate America and running her own businesses, to building community among dancers and artist by providing mindset and high performance coaching , it is her mission now to put performing arts back on the front page and break through the " Starving Artist" mentality once and for all.I am continuing to raise money for the 120 women that Anastasia Vladychynska has led out of Ukraine and helped placed them in homes throughout Europe.  For more information, tune into Episode 11 of the The Chronic Athlete to hear Anastasia's story and donate here. Instagram: Susanne Puerschel  R.I.S.E. Media Instagram: Coachamyrae

On this episode on The Chronic Athlete I had the honor of interviewing Anastasia Vladychynska.  Anastasia Vladychynska is a Certified Customer Experience Consultant, founder of Vladychynska Consulting, and professor at Kyiv Mohyla Business School. She helps top tier brands keep their customers through reinventing their employee and customer experience so that they can disrupt their industries.Anastasia has worked with McDonald's, MaxMara, KENZO, BNP Paribas bank, Jabil (Fortune 500) and others with her simple system to revolutionize their company's customer and employee experience. Her methodology covers everything from strategy to culture to help them through their company Service Transformations. Anastasia's customers generate an average of 20-30% more profit after implementing her simple methodology.Today Anastasia is helping her 100 girlfriends who had to flee Ukraine and are stranded now in Europe with accommodation, jobs and support.What a gift to hear from the perspective from someone who is going through an experience that many of us are blessed to say we have never been through.  I encourage you to take a walk and listen to Anastasia's story and teachings. Anastasia's Instagram: @theworldservicecoachAnastasia's Facebook: Anastasia VladychynskaAmy Denson Instagram: @coachamyrae

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete, I share a personal experience that I am currently moving through.  I had known from age 12 that I was going to receive a scholarship to play basketball in college.  I even knew if professional basketball was available to me I would find a way.  My collegiate experience was hard, but rewarding.  I was able to live out my dream of competing in the NCAA Tournament and even made it to the Sweet Sixteen round playing on our home court. What I don't talk about is the mental and emotional turmoil that I experienced for the majority of my career.  In the recent retirement announcement of my previous coach, I had so many feelings bubble up inside me.  Feelings of sadness, resentment, and questioning why my experience was the way it was.  What part did I play?  What part do I play now to deal with this instead of pushing it out of sight, out of mind? This is my first step forward in moving through this.  This is my step forward in speaking my truth to facilitate healing.  If you are going through anything similar, my heart goes out to you. Would love to hear your thoughts if this message hits home.  Screenshot & tag me @coachamyrae on Instagram or shoot me an email at amyraenutrition@gmail.com.

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I interview health and career coach Kelly Travis.  We met when I reached out to her to be a guest on her podcast She Doesn't Settle and when we briefly met prior to recording, we recognized we had a lot in common.  Her story of her collegiate athletic experience, which led to disordered eating and eventually having to step away from the sport, is where she developed a foundation to lead other's through change.  She has weathered many storms including her relationship with running, an unhealthy marriage, and climbing the corporate ladder only to realize it wasn't as fulfilling as she had hoped.  Whether it be health or career, Kelly uses her skills as a Certified Enneagram Practitioner to lead individuals, groups, and organizations to success.  She is a mental health ninja who fully embodies the importance of prioritizing mental health and well being while working to help figure out why you're so bleh about your health, and or, career.  As she says, when you feel good, you can do a hell of a lot more. She's an athlete.  She's a mother.  She's a fighter.  She's vulnerable.  She's resilient.  She's a leader.  As always, would love to hear what hit your heart in this episode.  Kelly Travis Instagram: @kellythealthKelly Travis Website: http://www.kellytravis.net/Amy Denson Instagram: @coachamyrae

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete, I talk all things related to pelvic floor function with Dr. Taylor Reyes.  Dr. Reyes is a licensed Physical Therapist, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Certified Functional Manual Therapist.  She enjoys treating patients from all walks of life (yes, men need to learn about their pelvic floors too).  She has a passion for teaching people with chronic pain how to modify their mindset and lifestyle so they have a more empowered healing journey. She is the founder of FIRE Physical Therapy, which stands for functional, intentional, restorative, and empowered--the pillars in which she supports her clients. We talk about how chronic pain can be a symptom of pelvic floor dysfunction, how mindset and breathwork are related to properly performing a kegel, and how it's not normal to pee when you laugh, sneeze, or jump.   Her work is pivotal in understanding this area of our health and is not talked about enough.  Would love to hear what blew your mind from this episode--because I guarantee your mind will be blown.  Tag myself @coachamyrae and Dr. Reyes @drtaylorreyes. For more information on how to contact Dr. Reyes, contact her at FIRE Physical Therapy. 

On this solo episode of The Chronic Athlete, I talk about stress.  And not how we normally think about stress as in our jobs, our relationships, our day to day responsibilities, but our perceived stress.  Perceived stress is stress that we place on ourselves--such as worrying about circumstances or outcomes that haven't happened, always jumping to worst case scenarios, and stewing in guilt, shame, or regret within our past.  Perceived stress is our reaction to our reality.  It is a pattern that we have developed over our lives and most of us walk around unaware of how much perceived stress we are putting on ourselves and how much it's impacting our health.  When we think of reducing stress, we think of self care, vacations, and setting boundaries for toxic relationships.  These are all good and pieces of reducing stress, but we also have to acknowledge the stress we implement on ourselves every day.Perceived stress stems from our thoughts.  Where our thoughts go, our energy flows.  What energy are you putting out into the universe?  If we are always jumping ahead to every way something can go wrong, we are placing our focus on finding all the ways that something did in fact, go wrong.  If we change our thoughts, we change our focus.  If we change our focus, we change our perspective.  If we change our perspective, we can change how we experience life.Take a screen shot of this episode & tag me @coachamyrae on Instagram.  To show my appreciation of your support, I would love to gift you with a free coffee/tea! 

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I interview one of my business mentors Lacy Shea Healey.  Lacy has mentored me from afar via her Instagram presence for over a year.  That's her magic.  Lacy has a way of being brutally honest and yet, you still want to be her bestie.  She has changed the lives of thousands of women within the past ten years of running her own nutrition coaching business and is now transitioning to leading other women to grow their impact in their own way--not hers.  She is a wife, bad ass mama, and a no B.S. business mentor.  She has battled through years of suffering via misdiagnosis and pushing her body to her physical limits just to feel alive.  We discuss how her training for a bikini competition was her first step in her healing and how her adopting her daughters literally saved her life.  Do yourself a favor and follow her @mycoachlacy & @parentpreneuring ASAP and tag me @coachamyrae to share your biggest takeaway's from this episode. Share this episode with a friend that could use Lacy's wisdom & leadership today.

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I had the honor of interviewing Emilee Roberts.  I found Emilee on Instagram via a reel about growth.  The way she depicted her weight loss journey in sixty seconds was so genuine and honest about how health takes patience, resilience, and isn't done overnight.  I took a chance and asked if she'd be interested in sharing her full story on The Chronic Athlete. Emilee is a wife and mother of 4 children.  She is one of the top leaders in her network marketing company and one heck of a baker.  We talk about how one decision to bet on herself 6 years ago led her to personal development and living the best version of herself today.  Her passion is to help other women to re-write their own stories to be able to go after their goals while gaining confidence along the way. If Emilee's story resonates with you as well, we'd love to hear it!  Take a screenshot of this episode and tag me @coachamyrae and Emilee @emileeroberts11 and let us know what you loved about this episode. 

In this solo episode of The Chronic Athlete, I discuss the barriers that have been holding me back from true growth.  Barrier's that I have identified as standing in the way of the goals that I say I have and who I say I want to be.  My hope is by identifying my barrier's, I can inspire you to identify yours so you can find solutions to break down those barriers and develop sustainable habits.  Why is this so important?  If we aren't taking action towards something--if we aren't making progress--this is when we feel stuck.  This is where we can get into ruts and before we know it, a year has gone by.  If we can eliminate barriers and start taking steps everyday toward our goals, we begin to create purpose.  I'd love to hear your takeaways, and if you're willing, I'd love to hear what barrier's you have identified in your life.  Take a screen shot and tag me on Instagram with your thoughts @coachamyrae. 

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I am joined by my friend and former teammate Emily Love.  Emily is a Certified Life Coach and Founder of Emily Love Coaching.  We discuss life transitioning from a collegiate and professional athlete to wife and mom, how she overcame anxiety as a new mom while trying to navigate grief, and how following her intuition led her to the son she never knew she needed. She is one of the most inspirational, energetic, and authentic leaders around.  Emily uses her gifts as a life coach to create inspired change within corporations, build solid communication within marriages, and create magic with her one on one clients. You can connect with Emily on Instagram @emilylovecoaching.  Take a screenshot of this episode and tag myself @thethyroidpack and Emily to let us know your favorite takeaway from the episode.  

On this episode of The Chronic Athlete I am joined by my dear friend Kristy Bara Novskis.  Kristy tells her story of how she had the courage to leave a toxic relationship, take on life as a single mother, and how she used her daughters as her motivation to always "figure it out".  We talk about how nutrition changed the direction of her and her family's life and how it led to her quitting her job and starting her own business.  Currently, Kristy is flourishing as an entrepreneur (@kleaneatingwithkristy) who specializes in nutrition and meal prep.  She is passionate about providing moms strategies and tools in the kitchen so they can spend more time with their family instead of stressing over what's for dinner....again. We would love to hear what part of Kristy's story resonated with you.  Take a screenshot of this episode and tag myself @thethyroidpack and Kristy @kleaneatingwithkristy to let us know your thoughts. 

Welcome to The Chronic Athlete podcast.  In episode one, I introduce myself and who The Chronic Athlete is for.  This podcast is going to feature stories of resilience, inspiration, and all this wellness.  If you're obsessed with personal development, growth, and learning, you have come to the right place.  I encourage you to get outside, take a walk, and have some time to yourself while you listen to all of the top performers, experts, and extraordinary people who are about to gift us with their time and wisdom. Let's connect @thethyroidpack on Instagram or email at AmyRaeNutrition@gmail.com. Leave a 5 Star review to show your support, send me a screen shot, and I'd love to gift you a coffee or tea to show my appreciation. Buckle up for Season 1 of The Chronic Athlete!