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I'm OK. Actually, I'm more than OK. These days, my heart feels full. My light feels bright. Really bright. I feel generally happy. I feel hopeful. I feel capable. But 10 months ago, this wasn't the case. My light felt dim. On January 31, I called my best friend after collapsing onto my kitchen floor beside myself because a bunch of pans fell out from the cabinet. It wasn't about the pans. It was me. I felt stuck. So stuck. Incapable of getting out of my own way. Blank. I'd sit at my computer for hours but nothing would get done. All of the strategies I've been using for years to help me feel good in my body felt as though they were failing me. I knew something wasn't right. ... and I was right. On February 25, I was told by a physician in a small office on Smith Street that I was depressed. Ten months later, I'm finally ready to talk about it. My choice to go on medication. My experiences having hard conversations. Showing up when it felt almost impossible. What it felt like to ask for help. And most importantly: Finding my joy again. Why now? Because I'm in a place or homeostasis. I feel ready. I know that despite how hard this hurdle was in the moment, I am so much better for it. My hope has always been to help others feel less alone on their own individual wellness journey. And today? I pray my story, live in the feed now, does just that. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 157. Alex Silver-Fagan, Trainer & Creator of Flow Into Strong 149. Alexi Pappas, Runner, Olympian, Actor & Author 229. Kelsey Plum, WNBA Player If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, you are not alone. There are resources available to you, including the SAMHSA national hotline, at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message
Elizabeth welcomes Alex Silver-Fagan, a yoga instructor, strength coach, author and mental health advocate. Alex sets the tone for a beautiful conversation by first pulling a tarot card and setting an intention and then dives into some great advice about how to unlock your potential and work through fear. Alex talks about her own mental health journey over the recent years, tips for finding personal self growth, and how to open yourself up to say yes to going outside your comfort zone. Alex gives a glimpse into her morning routine that is a simple yet powerful way to become present, grounded, and energized. Mentioned: Find All Season 4 Episodes Here The Cosmic Slumber Joe Dispenza The Four AgreementsJay Shetty Brene Brown Heal Only Love is Real Dr. Andrew Huberman Superhuman App Say Hi To Elizabeth and Purely Elizabeth: Website | InstagramAlex Silver-Fagan: Website | Instagram
Alex Silver-Fagan wants to help you work IN and not just work OUT. As the creator and founder of her own method: Flow Into Strong, an RKC Kettlebell specialist, 350hr registered yoga teacher, and former Nike Master Trainer, Alex has found that the journey really begins when we come back home to ourselves with movement. It's her goal to not only enhance your appreciation for both yoga and strength, but also to help you develop a true conversation with yourself. By establishing this presence, you will truly have the tools to live your best life. She is also a mental health advocate, published author, and personality who's mission in life is to help others recognize how strong they really are. In this episode, Michael and Alex discuss what real happiness feels like, the importance of having a healthy relationship with food, and what type of food might affect your mental health. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.
Welcome to episode 4 of the Turning the Page series! Today, I'm bringing back one of the most listened guests of 2021: Alex Silver Fagan. I — and so many of you — was inspired by Alex's story and raw vulnerability with her journey of mental health and checking herself into a mental health facility. Her reflection on her last 365 is equally as inspiring and she couldn't have picked a better word for her 2021: Presence. BONUS: She even lets us in on her word for the new year. SOCIAL @alexsilverfagan @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 157. Alex Silver-Fagan, Trainer & Creator of Flow Into Strong OFFERS Inside Tracker | Get $200 off the Ultimate Plan and 25% off the entire InsideTracker store at InsideTracker.com/hurdle JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message
Alex has a long list of credentials and is extremely accomplished in the health and fitness world...with everything from being an athlete to being a Nike Master Trainer, Kettlebell specialist, yoga instructor, social media influencer, and more. She is also going to be one of the expert instructors at the first ever Power Monkey RESTORE Camp this September 21-25. Don't miss your chance to learn from this amazing resource. https://www.alexsilverfagan.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexsilverfagan/?hl=en CAMP RESTORE: https://www.powermonkeycamp.com/pages/restore
Today, I'm bringing Eve Lewis Prieto, Director of Meditation and mindfulness teacher at Headspace, onto the show to chat about the benefits of meditation when it comes to our sleep. It's a perfect time to connect as we head into Global Stress Awareness Month and today marks the premiere of "Headspace Guide to Sleep" (Eve narrates the series). She offers up her best-practice tips for meditating for improved ZzZs, talks about when you should be doing it, and sheds some light on an important question: Are there different meditations for different predicaments, like stress versus food anxiety versus pandemic versus (you get the picture). MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 157. Alex Silver-Fagan, Trainer & Creator Flow Into Strong REGISTER: Hurdle Session: Mid-Year Reset OFFER Picky Bars | Get 20 percent off any $25 order or more at PickyBars.com/Hurdle JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message
When Alex and I recorded together for episode two of the show back in 2017, she had no idea of the hurdles that lay ahead in her journey. My first-ever guest back in 2017, we recently agreed that it was time to have her back for round II. For episode 157, the New York-based trainer and "human" (listen to find out where that's coming from) is getting really vulnerable about the bumps in the road over the last few years, including falling in love (and then ending an engagement), leaving her job, and checking herself into a mental health facility at the end of 2020 — emerging from treatment with a new lease on life. She offers up her tips for anyone who can share in her struggle, we talk about the importance of having good relationships in life and how to set boundaries, and navigating spending time alone. The stuff we get into today is serious. I can't stress enough that this was a conversation we talked a lot about before having it, and our hope is that it opens up important discussions within our communities. I'm grateful to Alex for opening up, and I want to reiterate that if you struggle with your mental health – you are not alone. Some helpful resources: Crisis Text Line SAMHSA’s National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357) NYCWell.CityOfNewYork.us MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 2. Alex Silver Fagan, Nike Master Trainer OFFERS Super Coffee | Head to DrinkSuperCoffee.com/HURDLE or use code ”HURDLE” at checkout for 25 percent off. CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. NEWLY LAUNCHED: Goal Setting Workshop JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message
Hey team, welcome back to another episode of The Epic Table podcast! Today we have fitness model, Nike Master Trainer and yoga instructor, as well as the creator of Flow into Strong, Alex Silver-Fagan (aka ASF). We chat all about her transition from living the chaotic New York City nightlife lifestyle to becoming a fitness mogul, and Alex explains how she got into the world of bikini modeling - and how that was a catalyst for her bodybuilding pursuits. We also get insight into ASF's approach to yoga, and we learn a very special breathing technique ( 00:32:42:16). If you want to learn more about Alex you can check out her website ( http://www.alexsilverfagan.com/about/ ) or instagram @AlexSilverFagan (https://www.instagram.com/alexsilverfagan/). Topics we cover Why do we train? Why is it important to exercise in general, and how can we balance our training styles? The importance of breath in yoga Additional Resources How Food and Breathing Can improve our brain health with Dr. Andrew Huberman -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-food-breathing-can-improve-our-brain-health-dr/id1460410277?i=1000488587782
Welcome back to 5-Minute Fridays, a new segment that I’m bringing to you weekly in this new “normal.” It’s a phrase that I’m sure you’ve heard other content creators use this before. My goal here: In give-or-take 5 minutes, share a story, offer you a prompt that makes you think, and share a few of my top highlights of the week — whether that’s a podcast, an app, a streaming workout, a quote — you get the idea. PLEASE, let me know what you think. Do you like this? What do you want to hear about? PROMPT What is one thing that you can do today or this weekend that brings you joy? Is there anything in your life that perhaps once fell into that category that you've been overcomplicating? SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Brené Brown Unlocking Us podcast Maybe You Should Talk to Someone on Amazon Ash Wilking on Instagram Bethany Lyons on Instagram Lyons Den Power Yoga on Instagram NTC Premium App Episode 50: Joe Holder, Nike Master Trainer & Performance Consultant Episode 27: Kirsty Godso, Nike Master Trainer Episode 72: Betina Gozo, Nike Master Trainer Episode 2: Alex Silver Fagan, Nike Master Trainer @kelsey_tries on Instagram Knowlita RATE & REVIEW HURDLE IN THE iTUNES STORE, HERE. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message
Alex Silver-Fagan is a NIKE Master Trainer and focused on redefining what strength looks like. On the latest episode of Inspiring Lives we sit down with Alex to discuss overcoming difficult days, being grateful, and how to listen to your body. Alex also gives us advice on curating life lessons, “authentic strength”, and owning your identity. In this episode we cover What does strong mean to Alex Silver-Fagan? [02:05] Becoming confident in and outside of the gym [05:52] Overcoming your “difficult” days and the importance of being grateful [08:38] Being hard on yourself [14:24] Listening to your body [17:02] No more excuses [23:50] Navigating what’s next while staying present [26:20] Life Curation [33:48] The MIRROR [35:46] Using life events as a catalyst for action [38:11] Owning your identity and not letting others down [41:14] Authentic strength [46:10] The future of “strength” [49:22] Where to find Alex Silver-Fagan Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/alexsilverfagan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexsilverfagan/ Website: http://www.alexsilverfagan.com/ Other Links Transcription Lean more about Athletic Greens Subscribe To Newsletter Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Spotify Subscribe on Google Podcast If you like what you hear, we'd be grateful for a review on iTunes - click here to see how. Happy listening!
Each one of us is sailing uncharted seas every day. Few of us have any idea where we want to sail and most are stuck in a lull in the middle of the sea hoping for a miracle, but what happens if that miracle doesn't show up on it's own?.In this episode I got to interview the wonderful Alex Silver-Fagan, NYC fitness influencer, NIKE master trainer and Performix trainer where she shares her entire story in an inspiring and uplifting way..This episode is filled with nuggets of gold! I hope you enjoy it. .Website: www.neuroathletics.com.auEmail: hello@neuroathletics.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thediamondboss_Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neuroathletics_Personal Website: www.thediamondboss.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/thediamondbosss
Welcome to episode 063 with Nike Master Trainer Alex Silver-Fagan. Alex strives to help others find joy in movement and shift their mindset around fitness from wanting to look a certain way to focusing on feeling great in their bodies. Alex and James also discuss topics such as body dysmorphia, morning routines, letting go of control, and the mind-body connection.
Marcus Antebi and Alex Silver-Fagan join us for a discussion on clean eating, and the products which you can eat which positively impact the globe like plant proteins. What you can do: Eat less red meat -- cows are the third largest contributor to methane. Eat plant protein (beyondMeat and Impossible Burgers are delicious!!). Be conscious about what you’re putting in your body. Marcus Antebi's Instagram Alex Silver-Fagan's Instagram
Alex demonstrates how to make an impact on the world through action. She trains clients, coaches group workouts, writes books, travels the world, and leads by example. Her personality lights up a room! She has dealt with depression and is always willing to lend a hand for anyone who needs help. Using health and wellness to fuel herself, she turned that into an amazing career. This story is one for the books.
The Fit Bottomed Girls Podcast Ep 67: Alex Silver Fagan Nike Master Trainer and strength training expert Alex Silver Fagan is our special guest in this episode and she is on a mission to get more women to lift heavy weights (woot!) Alex is author of Get Strong for Women and she decided to turn to strength training after trying out a career in bikini competitions which she found to be a dispiriting experience focusing on negative thinking and body image. Follow Alex on Instagram @AlexSilverFagan Fit Bottomed Girls www.fitbottomedgirls.com Fit Bottomed Mamas www.fitbottomedmamas.com Fit Bottomed Zen www.fitbottomedzen.com Fit Bottomed Eats: www.fitbottomedeats.com Twitter: @FitBottomedGirl @FitBottomedZen @FitBottomedMama @FitBottomedEats Email us at podcast@fitbottomedgirls.com Read more at: http://fitbottomedgirls.com/category/resources/podcast-episodes/ Subscribe: http://fitbottomedgirls.com/podcast/ Want to sponsor the show? Yay! Drop us a note at advertising@fitbottomedgirls.com and let's make the world a healthier place together!
At age 18, now-Nike trainer and fitness model Alex Silver Fagan was swinging bottles at a night club in the lower east side. A visit to see family in Florida turned into her #hurdlemoment, an eye-opening realization that at 90 pounds, the New Jersey native needed to make a change. In Episode Two Alex shares how a stint in bikini body competitions helped her get strong, and a newfound passion for wellness paved the way for her bustling career in the fitness industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hurdle/message
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We all see those fitness superstars who have thousands of followers, are featured in all the top publications, and seem to have sponsorships thrown at them from countless companies. How do they achieve it? It sometimes seems unattainable. Well, in this episode I talk with Alex Silver-Fagan on how to become an overnight success. She […] The post FCM 006: How to Become an Overnight Success with Alex Silver-Fagan appeared first on Fitness Career Mastery.