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Fit4Mom is a unique concept that focuses on two major aspects: community and physical fitness for moms. Kristina shares her own experiences and explains how Fit4Mom helps moms regain their confidence and find a supportive community. Fit4Mom empowers women at all stages of motherhood and provides the community that moms need while also helping them get back in shape and feel comfortable with themselves.Kristina elaborates on the different programs Fit4Mom offers, including their staple program Stroller Strides, a mommy and me workout program where moms can bring their babies without the need for a babysitter. The workouts focus on functional exercises.Apart from Stroller Strides, Fit4Mom also offers other classes and workshops tailored to the needs of moms. They organize weekly free playdates and Mom's Night Out events to foster a sense of community and provide opportunities for moms to connect and have fun. Their Body Well program is an eight-week program of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) classes, virtual classes, nutritional training, goal setting, and weekly check-ins with the group.If you know a mom who could benefit from Fit4Mom, don't hesitate to tag and let them know about the amazing community and support Fit4Mom offers! To learn more about Fit4Mom and their programs, visit their website at Metuchen-Westfield.Fit4Mom.com. You can also follow them on Instagram @Fit4momMetuchenWestfield.

In this episode of Potential to Powerhouse, Lisa Druxman shared her incredible journey as a mom and an entrepreneur. Lisa is the founder of Fit for Mom, the leading company offering health, wellness, and fitness programs catering to every stage of motherhood. With over 300 franchisees and 1000 locations across the United States, Fit for Mom has opened up entrepreneurial opportunities for moms nationwide. 00:00 Tracy introduces Fit 4 Mom and Lisa Druxman. Lisa's journey started from a single class during her maternity leave, growing into owning a company with over 300 franchisees and 1000 locations. 01:51 Lisa's career shift began during her maternity leave. She transitioned from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, founding the Stroller Strides community, which she never intended would become the business it is today. 03:45 As the family's primary breadwinner, Lisa left a stable job to pursue her entrepreneurial ambitions, changing her life significantly. 05:11 Stroller Strides, a workout class and community, evolved into Fit4Moms, encompassing eight diverse programs and impacting the lives of numerous moms. 09:29 Fit4Moms has supported nearly a million moms, empowering them in their journey through motherhood emphasizing strength and support for women. 11:23 Though she had never started a business, Lisa received substantial support, particularly from her husband, while building her business. 12:54 Lisa's decision to franchise her business encountered challenges, notably navigating between licensing and franchising. She relied on advice and exhibited faith in those she consulted. 17:39 The significance of investing in the right advice is highlighted in her journey. 18:18 Reflecting on her experiences, Lisa underscores the importance of expanding her network and leveraging available resources in today's entrepreneurial landscape. 24:45 The need for diverse perspectives and voices to enrich business decisions and strategies. 25:57 Lisa discusses her concept of time, emphasizing the need to avoid living in a perpetual state of chaos and overwhelm. She emphasizes the power to design both business and life. 28:43 Lisa's book, "The Empowered Mama: How to Reclaim Your Time and Yourself While Raising a Happy, Healthy Family," addresses the challenge of preventing the business from overtaking one's life. 31:02 Addressing the prevalent state of overwhelm in many lives and advocating for alternative models that create a thriving business and personal life, advising against "white-knuckling," and promoting the delegation of tasks. 33:10 Lisa identifies the importance of recognizing the signals indicating getting back on the hamster wheel and emphasizes self-care as a crucial element for maintaining balance and joy. 35:59 Lisa shares insights into how she schedules her life, discussing her ideal weekly schedule. She advocates for implementing different themes and time blocks, providing purpose and wholeness in her day-to-day life. Follow Lisa Druxman: Instagram: @lisadruxman www.fit4mom.com Buy Her Book, The Empowered Mama: How to Reclaim Your Time and Yourself While Raising a Happy, Healthy Family

What does it take to build a franchise with nearly 2,000 class locations, 1,850 instructors, and over 250 franchise owners across the United States?Lisa Druxman built a fitness empire that meets moms where they're at, literally in their neighborhoods and physically to create health and wellness!  She is the Founder and CEO of FIT4MOM, which is the largest fitness program for moms in the United States. Plus, she's a noted speaker, author, and podcaster. She initially created Stroller Strides in response to wanting to use her time during maternity leave  in a way that would allow her to be with her brand new baby while also being active and healthy. She ended up sharing what she was doing with her community in a short TV segment, and the rest is history.We talk about: What is it like to build the business while having young children?  What are some of the details and nuances of building a franchise? What's the difference between being a franchisee and an entrepreneur building your own business? What are some specific techniques she uses to manage her time and mindset? How do you decide what ideas to pursue?How to lessen the learning curve for yourself and others------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Wishing you had your own cool job?? Not sure what you want to be when you grow up? In a time of transition or reinvention? Are you so busy that you've put yourself on the backburner for awhile? Get Sparked! Understand yourself better and learn what feels exciting and fulfilling for you. Not sure where to start? Julie can help you figure out what lights you up and fulfills you, so you can do a cool job, too! Schedule HERE to do a free, quick debrief to see how you can add more of what sparks you to life and work. Julie Berman is a Sparkologist in addition to being the Podcast Host & Producer of "Women with Cool Jobs".

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Lisa Druxman, the creator of the wildly successful fitness franchise Fit for Mom. Lisa opens up about her humble beginnings, transforming her passion for fitness and the challenges of motherhood into a unique business model. From its launch in 2001, the innovative Stroller Strides program, a stroller-based workout for mothers, quickly went national due to its powerful sense of community and the vital support it offered to new moms. Today, Fit for Mom boasts multiple fitness programs for every stage of motherhood. Lisa reveals how an unexpected appearance on NBC's Today show amplified the company's reach, prompting a surge of interest that led to numerous franchises across the country. The interview highlights her unique business model, the benefits of media exposure, and the importance of a compelling 'why' for any business. Listen in as Lisa shares valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and discusses her pride in creating career opportunities for mothers. Her story is a testament to the power of community, innovation, and the profound strength of motherhood.

Get ready for an exciting interview with Lisa Druxman, the incredible founder of Fit4Mom, known for their popular class Stroller Strides! As the country's largest fitness program for moms, Fit4Mom offers a large variety of classes for moms who want to stay active while balancing their busy lives. Lisa is not only a speaker, author, and podcaster but also a powerhouse of energy! Her infectious enthusiasm and passion for empowering women to overcome overwhelm and embrace a healthy and happy lifestyle shine through in our conversation. She generously shares her life hacks and experiences, providing valuable insights to help you live a more passionate and purposeful life. Get ready to be inspired by Lisa's vibrant energy and wisdom! Resources We Shared:Balance VIP- Are you stressed out, feeling like you're doing it all on your own? Through personal coaching and accountability, you will break through your overwhelm and follow through with your goals to be the happy mom you were meant to be In this exclusive coaching program for women!Visit HERE and use the discount code NOGUILT50 to get 50% off any FIT4MOM on Demand class. FIT4MOM offers pre and postnatal health, wellness, and fitness programs for every stage of motherhood. The Slight Edge by Jeff OlsonVisit No Guilt MomAre you so thankful for your kids and need help figuring out how to control yourself better? You need the support, community and strategies of Balance VIP. Join us here.

Lisa is the Founder and CEO of FIT4MOM, the world's largest fitness program for moms with 2,600+ locations, 1,500 instructors, and 310 franchise owners and mompreneurs nationwide. FIT4MOM is behind the widely popular prenatal and postnatal mom fitness programs Fit4Baby, Stroller Strides, and Body Well that millions of moms have used to stay strong in body, mind, and spirit during pregnancy and restart their careers after motherhood.Interested in the FIT4MOM offer?  Visit: fit4mom.com/podcstCode: SweetDLisa's Latest Book:The Empowered Mama Connect with Lisa: https://www.lisadruxman.com/Join the FIT4MOM Community on InstagramSupport the showConnect with Dominica: https://www.instagram.com/dominicalumazar/Interested in being a guest on the show? https://sweetdmarketing.com/tuesday-tea-podcast/

Lisa Druxman is a mom on a mission. She is the Founder and CEO of FIT4MOM, the parent company of FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, and Body Boost. With nearly 2,000 class locations nationwide, FIT4MOM is one of the fastest-growing franchises in the country. Lisa is also the author of The Empowered Mama and the host of The Empowered Mama podcast. Lisa and FIT4MOM have been featured numerous times on NBC's Today Show, CNN, The Montel Williams Show, and Access Hollywood and profiled in magazines, including Entrepreneur, Woman's Day, Good Housekeeping, and Self. Lisa is a speaker, a writer, and a thought leader with a passion for helping moms get out of an overwhelming life and into a healthy and happy life. In this episode… What makes you feel empowered? Do you enjoy learning from successful leaders or being part of a community? Lisa Druxman loves learning from successful women. She thrives working with other women in a supportive values-based community. According to Lisa, success leaves clues that others can learn from and use to achieve success in their own lives. No one becomes successful by accident — you must work for it and learn to do it without letting it overwhelm your life. In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston interviews Lisa Druxman, the Founder and CEO of FIT4MOM, about women empowerment and building a franchise business. Lisa shares tips for overcoming being overwhelmed, the value of creating a supportive community, and the benefits of having a franchise.

Show Notes:Lisa Druxman is the mom of 2 and the founding mom of FIT4MOM - a fitness program for moms at every stage of motherhood. What we talked about: Being the manager of a large health club while she was pregnant - working 60-80 hour work weeks and being devastated at the thought of someone else watching her babyHer maternity leave being really precious to her so she came up with a workout that the baby could be a part of, and found other moms who wanted that too, which is how Stroller Strides came to be How her business evolved and developed over timeBeing able to share her experience - a career that supports motherhood- with women all over the country Nobody has everything figured out before they jump in, and just having to do itFailure was not an optionLooking for help at every step Investing a lot in coaching and peer groupsHaving a background in psychology Thought she would get into counseling for fitness/eatingFell into a management job and never thought she would be a business ownerHearing from clients about how life changing the program has been and the confidence it has provided them Having to completely pivot their classes due to COVIDOffering virtual classesOffering FIT4MOM on demand Trying to find what works for people in this new world Believing that healthy moms will raise healthy kids 2020 was supposed to be her highest travel year yet The biggest challenge of balancing work and motherhoodStarting the business in order to be home with her kids and suddenly running a nationwide business Her book The Empowered Mama - which is meant to be a workbook that you take a month at a time to work on and check in on how you’re doing on your life A chance to check in on where you’re off balance and where you want to redesign your life to finally get you out of overwhelm Prioritizing what is most important to you first and ensuring you get that done, rather than prioritizing social media or tv, etc. Getting up early to get time for yourselfSmall steps will make massive changeParenting advice for people with little kids: don’t give in because you’re training them that they will win. Just stick with it. Let them be who they’re going to be and have fun along the way. Follow Lisa on Instagram or her website.Follow Mommin’ Podcast on Instagram and Facebook. Thanks so much for listening and for supporting our podcast! Please rate the show, leave a review if you liked what you heard and make sure to subscribe on Amazon Music, iHeartRADIO, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or TuneIn!

Army wife Christina Kassop has been a FIT4MOM Instructor since 2012. She’s certified in: Stroller Strides, Stroller Barre, FIT4MOM 360, Body Ignite, and my favorite…FIT4BABY! Come for the workout, stay for the community!Links:American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) “Exercise During Pregnancy” https://www.acog.org/patient-resources/faqs/pregnancy/exercise-during-pregnancyFIT4MOM: www.fit4mom.comFIT4MOM Pinehurst, NC: www.pinehurst.fit4mom.comE-mail: christinakassop@fit4mom.comCheck out the Parenting in Uniform Facebook page or email Claudia with questions and comments at parentinginuniform@gmail.com. Music and editing by KimNobleMusic at https://kimnoblemusic.com/

In this episode we chat with Brittany Windom, Reilly's boss and the operational queen of CrossFit Fury. We dive into how being an Army brat taught her lessons on resilience and overcoming adversity, and what it was like for her to battle postpartum depression through the Stroller Strides program (and other fitness opportunities).

In this episode we chat with Brittany Windom, Reilly's boss and the operational queen of CrossFit Fury. We dive into how being an Army brat taught her lessons on resilience and overcoming adversity, and what it was like for her to battle postpartum depression through the Stroller Strides program (and other fitness opportunities).

My guest Amanda Testa is an expert in sex and love. She is the founder of Find Your Feminine Fire, which is a program that combines concepts from neuroscience and tantra. Utilizing her coaching experience and knowledge in the field, she aims to empower women to be more confident and sexually expressive.As Amanda states during the episode, before she was a Sex, Love, and Embodiment coach, she worked in corporate sales. But after her daughter was born, Amanda decided it was best to stay home and take care of her. Despite the neverending busyness of motherhood, Amanda was given more time to pursue her passions in health and wellness. Eventually, she became a personal trainer and spearheaded Stroller Strides classes to help new mothers stay active and confident in their skin.This was the crucial beginning that would soon unlock the potential she saw in herself, and which she knew other women deserved to unlock as well. This whole process is beautifully outlined in this episode, and it is absolutely worth your time and attention.Sexuality As a Magical Key to Unlock YourselfAfter having been a mother eighteen months or so, Amanda started to resent herself and her own sexuality. A common occurrence for mother’s, she was depressed, and was struggling with low self-esteem and that vicious cycle of negative perception. It was through sexuality that she found the empowering answers she was looking for: the magical key which unlocked that celebratory fire of femininity within her. Listen to hear her describe it in her own words!Defining Feminine FireAmanda calls it a vibrancy, a radiance, energy that all women are born with. Sadly though, modern life always finds a way to distract women from tapping into that wellspring of femininity. Women are stifled, so busy with their everyday business, professional life, and intellectual growth, that for the most part, the fire is not stoked; it barely flickers.But Amanda wants to stress that this fire is not restricted to certain genders. This energy is within all human beings, but because she works mainly with women, her focus is largely on the feminine side of the fire.Interestingly though, Amanda discusses the sentiment of the Yin and Yang, and compares that to the feminine fire, stating that just like males have a percentage of the female Yang, so too do they have the feminine aspects of the “fire” within themselves. Much more is said about this during the episode. Really fascinating stuff! You won’t want to miss it.Signs of Energy Imbalance || How to Fix ThemBeing burned out, overwhelmed, rage, aggression, not talking to your spouse, or a mixture of emotions that tend to dominate the disposition on a consistent basis are all signs that your fire is out of whack. There are ways to fix this imbalance though, as Amanda lays out in the episode.Reconnecting to your desires is one of the biggest steps towards rekindling your fire. Amanda suggests just sitting down and writing your desires out. It does not matter if your only desire in the entire world is to have a cup of coffee, as long as you are writing it down and conditioning your mind to start reconnecting with your desires, that is all that matters. She suggests that you force yourself to spend 10 minutes with this exercise on a consistent basis. You will be surprised at how tangibly your desires are fleshed out before you.Another step is to reconnect with your senses again. Amanda suggests being mindful and purposefully spending the time to pay attention and to be present. By engaging the senses, you can deepen the connection between you and your fire. She says to try it for yourself: the next time you are eating, pay attention to the taste, the sensations, and derive as much enjoyment as possible from the act. This can, of course, be applied to the bedroom as well.She goes into more detail in the episode. It is really great stuff that you won’t want to miss!Fear Can Sit in the Backseat, But it Can't Drive the CarAmanda very importantly highlights the importance of acknowledging fears. It is so crucial to analyze a fear, let it have its say, but to not let it drive the car, so to speak. Being mindful of fear, just like reconnecting with senses through mindfulness, is a very powerful exercise. If we stifle fears, they drive our actions unconsciously. We want to be aware of them, but not let them win out.Giving Yourself Permission to FeelThis is the fifth and final step in Amanda’s process for finding your inner fire. Through it, Amanda wants to reinforce the concept that no feeling is off limits. Be open to any feeling, any reaction, any thought. You can’t connect with your inner energy if you don’t allow yourself to feel the whole spectrum of sensations and emotions that arise.She reminds us that our culture often only tells us that we are able to feel good emotions. And that is a terribly lopsided approach to experience life and develop as a person. We need both the good and the bad, so don’t be afraid to feel them.Most Important Takeaway of the EpisodeAmanda reassures listeners that it is no wonder we struggle with unlocking our inner fire; we have never been taught. So that fact relieves a lot of our burden. We shouldn’t feel guilty or behind in development. The good news is that these skills are learnable skills, and with enough practice are extremely doable. You just need to start small and transform your life from the inside out.As always, there is much more said during the episode, especially about how these concepts relate to sexuality on a deeper level. Please check it out to absorb all of Amanda’s message.Key Links for Amanda TestaWebsite: https://www.amandatesta.com/Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/find-your-feminine-fire/id1358454112?mt=2More info:Book and New Course - https://sexwithoutstress.comWeb - https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/Sex Health Quiz - http://sexhealthquiz.com/If you’re enjoying the podcast and want to be a part of making sure it continues in the future, consider being a patron. With a small monthly pledge, you can support the costs of putting this show together. For as little as $2 per month, you can get advance access to each episode. For just a bit more, you will receive an advance copy of a chapter of my new book. And for $10 per month, you get all that plus an invitation to an online Q&A chat with me once a quarter. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/bettersexpodcastBetter Sex with Jessa Zimmermanhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/

My guest Amanda Testa is an expert in sex and love. She is the founder of Find Your Feminine Fire, which is a program that combines concepts from neuroscience and tantra. Utilizing her coaching experience and knowledge in the field, she aims to empower women to be more confident and sexually expressive. As Amanda states during the episode, before she was a Sex, Love, and Embodiment coach, she worked in corporate sales. But after her daughter was born, Amanda decided it was best to stay home and take care of her. Despite the neverending busyness of motherhood, Amanda was given more time to pursue her passions in health and wellness. Eventually, she became a personal trainer and spearheaded Stroller Strides classes to help new mothers stay active and confident in their skin. This was the crucial beginning that would soon unlock the potential she saw in herself, and which she knew other women deserved to unlock as well. This whole process is beautifully outlined in this episode, and it is absolutely worth your time and attention. Sexuality As a Magical Key to Unlock Yourself After having been a mother eighteen months or so, Amanda started to resent herself and her own sexuality. A common occurrence for mother's, she was depressed, and was struggling with low self-esteem and that vicious cycle of negative perception. It was through sexuality that she found the empowering answers she was looking for: the magical key which unlocked that celebratory fire of femininity within her. Listen to hear her describe it in her own words! Defining Feminine Fire Amanda calls it a vibrancy, a radiance, energy that all women are born with. Sadly though, modern life always finds a way to distract women from tapping into that wellspring of femininity. Women are stifled, so busy with their everyday business, professional life, and intellectual growth, that for the most part, the fire is not stoked; it barely flickers. But Amanda wants to stress that this fire is not restricted to certain genders. This energy is within all human beings, but because she works mainly with women, her focus is largely on the feminine side of the fire. Interestingly though, Amanda discusses the sentiment of the Yin and Yang, and compares that to the feminine fire, stating that just like males have a percentage of the female Yang, so too do they have the feminine aspects of the “fire” within themselves. Much more is said about this during the episode. Really fascinating stuff! You won't want to miss it. Signs of Energy Imbalance || How to Fix Them Being burned out, overwhelmed, rage, aggression, not talking to your spouse, or a mixture of emotions that tend to dominate the disposition on a consistent basis are all signs that your fire is out of whack. There are ways to fix this imbalance though, as Amanda lays out in the episode. Reconnecting to your desires is one of the biggest steps towards rekindling your fire. Amanda suggests just sitting down and writing your desires out. It does not matter if your only desire in the entire world is to have a cup of coffee, as long as you are writing it down and conditioning your mind to start reconnecting with your desires, that is all that matters. She suggests that you force yourself to spend 10 minutes with this exercise on a consistent basis. You will be surprised at how tangibly your desires are fleshed out before you. Another step is to reconnect with your senses again. Amanda suggests being mindful and purposefully spending the time to pay attention and to be present. By engaging the senses, you can deepen the connection between you and your fire. She says to try it for yourself: the next time you are eating, pay attention to the taste, the sensations, and derive as much enjoyment as possible from the act. This can, of course, be applied to the bedroom as well. She goes into more detail in the episode. It is really great stuff that you won't want to miss! Fear Can Sit in the Backseat, But it Can't Drive the Car Amanda very importantly highlights the importance of acknowledging fears. It is so crucial to analyze a fear, let it have its say, but to not let it drive the car, so to speak. Being mindful of fear, just like reconnecting with senses through mindfulness, is a very powerful exercise. If we stifle fears, they drive our actions unconsciously. We want to be aware of them, but not let them win out. Giving Yourself Permission to Feel This is the fifth and final step in Amanda's process for finding your inner fire. Through it, Amanda wants to reinforce the concept that no feeling is off limits. Be open to any feeling, any reaction, any thought. You can't connect with your inner energy if you don't allow yourself to feel the whole spectrum of sensations and emotions that arise. She reminds us that our culture often only tells us that we are able to feel good emotions. And that is a terribly lopsided approach to experience life and develop as a person. We need both the good and the bad, so don't be afraid to feel them. Most Important Takeaway of the Episode Amanda reassures listeners that it is no wonder we struggle with unlocking our inner fire; we have never been taught. So that fact relieves a lot of our burden. We shouldn't feel guilty or behind in development. The good news is that these skills are learnable skills, and with enough practice are extremely doable. You just need to start small and transform your life from the inside out. As always, there is much more said during the episode, especially about how these concepts relate to sexuality on a deeper level. Please check it out to absorb all of Amanda's message. Key Links for Amanda Testa Website: https://www.amandatesta.com/ Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/find-your-feminine-fire/id1358454112?mt=2 More info: Book and New Course - https://sexwithoutstress.com Web - https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/ Sex Health Quiz - http://sexhealthquiz.com/ If you're enjoying the podcast and want to be a part of making sure it continues in the future, consider being a patron. With a small monthly pledge, you can support the costs of putting this show together. For as little as $2 per month, you can get advance access to each episode. For just a bit more, you will receive an advance copy of a chapter of my new book. And for $10 per month, you get all that plus an invitation to an online Q&A chat with me once a quarter. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/bettersexpodcast Better Sex with Jessa Zimmerman https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/More info and resources: How Big a Problem is Your Sex Life? Quiz – https://www.sexlifequiz.com The Course – https://www.intimacywithease.com The Book – https://www.sexwithoutstress.com Podcast Website – https://www.intimacywithease.com Access the Free webinar: How to make sex easy and fun for both of you: https://intimacywithease.com/masterclass Secret Podcast for the Higher Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/hdppodcast Secret Podcast for the Lower Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/ldppodcast

My guest Amanda Testa is an expert in sex and love. She is the founder of Find Your Feminine Fire, which is a program that combines concepts from neuroscience and tantra. Utilizing her coaching experience and knowledge in the field, she aims to empower women to be more confident and sexually expressive.As Amanda states during the episode, before she was a Sex, Love, and Embodiment coach, she worked in corporate sales. But after her daughter was born, Amanda decided it was best to stay home and take care of her. Despite the neverending busyness of motherhood, Amanda was given more time to pursue her passions in health and wellness. Eventually, she became a personal trainer and spearheaded Stroller Strides classes to help new mothers stay active and confident in their skin.This was the crucial beginning that would soon unlock the potential she saw in herself, and which she knew other women deserved to unlock as well. This whole process is beautifully outlined in this episode, and it is absolutely worth your time and attention.Sexuality As a Magical Key to Unlock YourselfAfter having been a mother eighteen months or so, Amanda started to resent herself and her own sexuality. A common occurrence for mother’s, she was depressed, and was struggling with low self-esteem and that vicious cycle of negative perception. It was through sexuality that she found the empowering answers she was looking for: the magical key which unlocked that celebratory fire of femininity within her. Listen to hear her describe it in her own words!Defining Feminine FireAmanda calls it a vibrancy, a radiance, energy that all women are born with. Sadly though, modern life always finds a way to distract women from tapping into that wellspring of femininity. Women are stifled, so busy with their everyday business, professional life, and intellectual growth, that for the most part, the fire is not stoked; it barely flickers.But Amanda wants to stress that this fire is not restricted to certain genders. This energy is within all human beings, but because she works mainly with women, her focus is largely on the feminine side of the fire.Interestingly though, Amanda discusses the sentiment of the Yin and Yang, and compares that to the feminine fire, stating that just like males have a percentage of the female Yang, so too do they have the feminine aspects of the “fire” within themselves. Much more is said about this during the episode. Really fascinating stuff! You won’t want to miss it.Signs of Energy Imbalance || How to Fix ThemBeing burned out, overwhelmed, rage, aggression, not talking to your spouse, or a mixture of emotions that tend to dominate the disposition on a consistent basis are all signs that your fire is out of whack. There are ways to fix this imbalance though, as Amanda lays out in the episode.Reconnecting to your desires is one of the biggest steps towards rekindling your fire. Amanda suggests just sitting down and writing your desires out. It does not matter if your only desire in the entire world is to have a cup of coffee, as long as you are writing it down and conditioning your mind to start reconnecting with your desires, that is all that matters. She suggests that you force yourself to spend 10 minutes with this exercise on a consistent basis. You will be surprised at how tangibly your desires are fleshed out before you.Another step is to reconnect with your senses again. Amanda suggests being mindful and purposefully spending the time to pay attention and to be present. By engaging the senses, you can deepen the connection between you and your fire. She says to try it for yourself: the next time you are eating, pay attention to the taste, the sensations, and derive as much enjoyment as possible from the act. This can, of course, be applied to the bedroom as well.She goes into more detail in the episode. It is really great stuff that you won’t want to miss!Fear Can Sit in the Backseat, But it Can't Drive the CarAmanda very importantly highlights the importance of acknowledging fears. It is so crucial to analyze a fear, let it have its say, but to not let it drive the car, so to speak. Being mindful of fear, just like reconnecting with senses through mindfulness, is a very powerful exercise. If we stifle fears, they drive our actions unconsciously. We want to be aware of them, but not let them win out.Giving Yourself Permission to FeelThis is the fifth and final step in Amanda’s process for finding your inner fire. Through it, Amanda wants to reinforce the concept that no feeling is off limits. Be open to any feeling, any reaction, any thought. You can’t connect with your inner energy if you don’t allow yourself to feel the whole spectrum of sensations and emotions that arise.She reminds us that our culture often only tells us that we are able to feel good emotions. And that is a terribly lopsided approach to experience life and develop as a person. We need both the good and the bad, so don’t be afraid to feel them.Most Important Takeaway of the EpisodeAmanda reassures listeners that it is no wonder we struggle with unlocking our inner fire; we have never been taught. So that fact relieves a lot of our burden. We shouldn’t feel guilty or behind in development. The good news is that these skills are learnable skills, and with enough practice are extremely doable. You just need to start small and transform your life from the inside out.As always, there is much more said during the episode, especially about how these concepts relate to sexuality on a deeper level. Please check it out to absorb all of Amanda’s message.Key Links for Amanda TestaWebsite: https://www.amandatesta.com/Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/find-your-feminine-fire/id1358454112?mt=2More info:Book and New Course - https://sexwithoutstress.comWeb - https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/Sex Health Quiz - http://sexhealthquiz.com/If you’re enjoying the podcast and want to be a part of making sure it continues in the future, consider being a patron. With a small monthly pledge, you can support the costs of putting this show together. For as little as $2 per month, you can get advance access to each episode. For just a bit more, you will receive an advance copy of a chapter of my new book. And for $10 per month, you get all that plus an invitation to an online Q&A chat with me once a quarter. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/bettersexpodcastBetter Sex with Jessa Zimmermanhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/

You know when you watch a powerful singer who makes the hair stand up on your arm? A singer who brings a flood of emotions to the surface and a tear to your eye? Singers like that aren't just a voice. There is a story behind the voice that creates that emotion. Today, we talk to The Voice finalist, Janice Freeman. We are going to find out the story behind the voice, her voice. And I promise it's one you'll remember. This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Links for Janice Freeman Find Janice Freeman on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janicefreemanlive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janicefreeman Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/janice_freeman Janice's Favorite Quote: “Everything you want is just outside your comfort zone.” - Robert Allen Links for Lisa MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website: https://www.fit4mom.com The Empowered Mama Book: https://www.lisadruxman.com/book/ Lisa Druxman's Website: https://www.lisadruxman.com Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you!https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

We all have dreams. But at some point, we let those dreams go. We make excuses. We get distracted. We think we aren't good enough, smart enough, or we're too afraid to fail. I want to know, what dream have you let go? Let's reignite them, as I believe they are possible and so are you! This is The Empowered Mama Podcast! This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Links for Lisa MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website: https://www.fit4mom.com The Empowered Mama Book: https://www.lisadruxman.com/book/ Lisa Druxman's Website: https://www.lisadruxman.com Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you! https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

    Alli Hagerdon and her husband, Pat, welcomed their first child – a beautiful little girl who they named Adeline in September of 2016.  Shortly after, Hagerdon noticed a lump while nursing. She believed it was a clogged duct from breastfeeding complications. In February of 2017, just five months after Adeline was born, 29 year old Alli Hagerdon was diagnosed with Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma (stage IIB, grade 3) and later tested positive for the BRCA1 gene. Sixteen rounds of IV chemotherapy immediately followed. Although those grueling months of chemo did have an impact, her tumors were unresponsive.   She endured six additional months of oral chemotherapy and ovary removal surgery.  On top of this, Hagerdon had a double mastectomy and tumor removal surgery followed by multiple reconstruction surgeries, as well as six weeks of radiation.   In late 2018, more devastating news: Hagerdon was told that tumors in her liver were still not responding to treatment, and she was told to consider Hospice.   She contacted Inspired Media 360 and Carey Pena in hopes of sharing her story of strength and inspiration with a wider audience.  And one day, she wants her daughter, Adeline, to see this interview and know that her mother was a warrior. *Editor's Note: Inspired Media 360 is sorry to report that Alli Hagerdon lost her brave battle with cancer in February, 2019.  Her story touched and inspired tens of thousands of people. Podcast Transcript Carey Pena: Hi, everyone. I'm Carey Pena. And this is a special edition of our podcast Cary Pena Reports. On this show we interview people who have incredibly inspirational stories to share. Carey Pena: The woman you are about to meet is facing the unthinkable. She's been told that she may only have weeks to live. She contacted me and asked me to help her share her story. Not a story of sadness, but a story of strength and inspiration. We talked to her at her home in Scottsdale, Arizona. Here's that interview. Carey Pena: I'm here with Alli Hagerdon. Alli, thank you so much for sitting down to do this show. Alli Hagerdon: Thank you so much for having me, Carey. Carey Pena: The first thing I wanted to ask you, you've been on a rollercoaster that is truly unimaginable. And we're going to take people through your journey. Why did you want to sit down today? Alli Hagerdon: It's important for me to show people that no matter you're faced with in life, how important it is to carry on and to persevere and keep living. Appreciate every day. Find gratitude in every moment. And really just be thankful for things that you do have. Carey Pena: You have recently been told that you may only have weeks to live. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: And we're gonna talk about your journey to now and how you're facing each day with such strength. And you want to inspire other people through your strength. Carey Pena: Four years ago, you were getting married in Chicago. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: Take me to that moment and your happiness. Alli Hagerdon: Four years ago, my husband, who I met on New Year's Eve, who I'm so fortunate to call my husband, and I got married on Michigan Avenue in downtown Chicago. It was the perfect day, the perfect wedding. Everything I could have ever dreamed of and imagined. We had our family, our friends, everyone there celebrating with us. Just surrounded by love and surrounded by happiness. And it was a wonderful way to start our marriage and our life together. Carey Pena: Life was good Alli Hagerdon: Life was great. Carey Pena: Then you had a little baby. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: Two years ago. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: And she just makes your entire face light up. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: Tell us about her. Alli Hagerdon: So two years ago, we had a little girl named Adeline, we often call Addi. And you never know how much your heart can love until you're holding your own little baby in your arms. And there's no words that can describe the love I have for her and my husband has for her, my parents have for her. And she just brings light and joy to every moment of our day. Carey Pena: What's she like? Alli Hagerdon: She is strong willed. Which they say she gets from me. She is bossy. She's two now and she definitely knows what she wants. She loves to play with her friends. We have play dates every day. We spend as much time outside as we can because it's so beautiful here now. And you know, she is just so much fun. Carey Pena: Only a few short months after she was born, you were diagnosed with cancer. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: How old were you at the time? Alli Hagerdon: At the time I was 29. So when I was breastfeeding, my baby girl was born in September 1st, 2016. And when I was breastfeeding in October, I felt a little, what felt to me like a clogged milk duct. And I just kind of ignored it. You know, everything was different. Everything was changing. I was a new mom with an infant. I was exhausted. Alli Hagerdon: And slowly, to me what was a clogged milk duct grew by January to be six centimeters. And even when I went into the doctor, no one was concerned. Nobody had any worries. Everybody said, “You're young, you're nursing. No big deal. We're just gonna go through a routine biopsy, but nothing to worry about.” Alli Hagerdon: And it wasn't until that moment they called me on February 8th, 2017. I will never forget. I was nursing my daughter. It was a Friday. And my doctor called me and she said, “You have breast cancer.” Alli Hagerdon: And I remember dropping Adeline to the couch, collapsing on the floor. And I just, to me that was it. My life was over. I was not expecting to hear those words. I am the opposite of a hypochondriac. I'm always like, “I'm fine. I'll get through it.” And looking at this beautiful four month old little girl and being told you have cancer in the same breath was just petrifying. Carey Pena: You're a fighter. Alli Hagerdon: I am a fighter. Carey Pena: So thus began the fight. Alli Hagerdon: It did begin. And so from that moment, after that, I went and I began my fight. I started with doing fertility before I started my treatment because treatment could harm your chance of pregnancy in the future and that was very important to me, to grow my family one day. Alli Hagerdon: I went into six months of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is so strong, there were so many days that I couldn't even get out of bed. I couldn't turn the TV on. I couldn't open my eyes. I couldn't hear noise. Only to be given the news that I had zero response to any of that chemotherapy. Alli Hagerdon: I then moved on to getting a bilateral mastectomy. I chose from there to do a oophorectomy where they remove my ovaries and fallopian tubes. I did that because during this journey, I learned that I was BRCA1 positive. Something I never knew about myself. Something my family never knew. Alli Hagerdon: Because everybody asks if your mother had breast cancer, if your grandmother had breast cancer. I inherited my BRCA from my father, so it was big news to me that you could be impacted on your paternal side. Alli Hagerdon: And so for Adeline, I decided I would take out my ovaries and tubes just so that I could live longer to be with her. I went through 30 rounds of radiation. And by the end of December of 2017, I was told that I made it, I was cancer free. Go on with life. And I had succeeded getting through my one year of treatment. And I was given permission to continue living on. Carey Pena: What did that feel like? Because previous to the diagnosis and you getting married, you were a superstar teacher. You were even training teachers in Chicago you were so good. I know you're not bragging here, I'm bragging for you. But you had like the top test scores of any of the teachers of the Chicago area. So you were asked to train what? Hundreds of people there. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. And so when I was diagnosed with cancer, I left my job in educational consulting. And I really just focused on my treatment and my daughter. But it just felt freeing. It felt freeing. I felt like I could finally live life the way I wanted to. Alli Hagerdon: That I didn't have to follow any more rules. That I didn't have to go in for any more infusions and spend that time away from my daughter. And I just kept asking my doctor, “How can I prevent recurrence?” And the answer kept being, “Exercise.” Alli Hagerdon: And so I joined Stroller Strides, which is a wonderful community of moms in which I was so loved and supported and embraced. And I worked out with my daughter. Five days a week we went. She loved it. There are play dates after for the kids to play. We'd play on the playground. I felt like I was modeling a healthy lifestyle for her. Carey Pena: Yeah. You must have felt so much joy. Alli Hagerdon: I felt so much joy. I felt so much strength physically. I felt so much, I just felt lighter. Carey Pena: And then Mother's Day comes. Alli Hagerdon: Mother's Day comes. The Friday before Mother's Day, I went in for my routine checkup with my oncologist. Carey Pena: Of this year. Mother's Day of this year. Alli Hagerdon: Mother's Day of 2018. Yes. Alli Hagerdon: Nobody is really looking forward for that routine checkup. But I went in. And my doctor said, “You are doing amazing. You're working out. You're so strong. You're living a healthy lifestyle.” He gave me permission to use the two embryos that my husband and I have and put them in my uterus to grow our family. He was just overjoyed with where I was. Alli Hagerdon: And I spent the weekend with this smile plastered on my face because I was finally gonna get to be what I considered normal again. I was gonna get to be mom that got to grow their family, that had the opportunity to make those choices. Alli Hagerdon: And the Monday after Mother's Day, I received a call from my oncologist telling me that my tumor markers, which they test through my blood, were through the roof. He put, called everything off. The reconstruction surgery I was supposed to have that week, the embryos, everything. And we did scans on Tuesday to learn that I had 15 tumors in my lungs, 15 tumors in my liver, two in my brain and also growing on my bones. Carey Pena: It seems incomprehensible how you even begin to digest that news. Alli Hagerdon: It, when you hear something like that, especially after having an appointment like I did where we celebrated how well I was doing, I couldn't even wrap my head around that this was me. Alli Hagerdon: Because how could the same body that just taught themselves how to run five miles who has never run before, and the same body who had the strength to work out five days a week, and how could that body be so filled with cancer? Alli Hagerdon: It was so beyond my ability to comprehend at first. It, recurrence was always a fear of mine. But never did I think that I would only be given months of being cancer free before becoming stage four metastatic. And they told me then that, “You have two years to live.” Carey Pena: And then that brings us to today. Alli Hagerdon: So from May until now I have been on every standard form of treatment that there is. I have been on what's called a PARP inhibitor. I have been through so much radiation. I have done immunotherapy. I have done off study risky trials. I have been willing to fight in any way that I could to be here and alive and on this earth for Adeline. Alli Hagerdon: Only to reach the point today where, while my lungs have stabilized and my brain is doing better and my bones are not a bother to me, my liver just keeps growing and growing and growing to the point where I have started to lose my liver function. Which excludes me from research studies. Alli Hagerdon: And two weeks ago, I was given one more dose of a new chemotherapy. And the doctor said to me, “This is it. If this doesn't work, you have weeks to live.” Not knowing if I could believe that, I went to a different doctor for a second opinion this week. And I was told the same thing. “You will have a couple weeks to live, or possible a couple years. And we will know in a week or two.” Alli Hagerdon: But I have been forced to plan my memorial. I have been forced to sit down with a lawyer and clearly state everything that I want in my upcoming death. And been forced to do things that I could never have imagined as a 31 year old mother of a two year old, I would have to be faced with. Carey Pena: Tell everyone what it is that you said to me. I wrote down your quote. That you learned about the difference between pain and suffering. Alli Hagerdon: So what I've learned through this is there takes a certain amount of emotional tolerance to deal with the pain that I face every day, the emotional pain. The knowledge of my cancer, the knowledge of my lifespan. And that pain is pain that I have learned to tolerate. The pain that is intolerable is the pain that's suffering. And suffering is something that I bring on myself. Alli Hagerdon: Suffering is when I go to the park and I see my friend who's pregnant with their second child. And all I want is to be healthy and to be pregnant and to give Adeline a sibling. And I go into the, “Why don't I get that? Why can't it be me who's healthy and pregnant and growing my family? Why is that time being taken away from me?” That is the suffering. Alli Hagerdon: And so what I have taught myself to do is to stop wanting the things that I cannot have. And to appreciate the things that I do have. And so when I go to the park and I see my friends who are all pregnant with their second children, growing their families, I look at Adeline and I'm so thankful that I have her. Alli Hagerdon: And so instead of causing myself to suffer and focusing on a child that I will not be able to have, I focus on this just amazing blessing of opportunity I have to be a mother to the most wonderful girl. Because that I am truly thankful for. And that is how I prevent my suffering. Carey Pena: What do you want her to know about you? Alli Hagerdon: I want her to know that I will never stop fighting for her. That every day I get out of bed, I do it for her. And that if they tell me in two weeks it's time to go into hospice, I'm not going. I will go on. I will find a doctor. I will find a treatment. And I will keep fighting because I am a warrior and I will never stop fighting for her. Carey Pena: You have been blogging a bit on Facebook and you have a caring bridge. And people have been reaching out to you discovering your words. And people write to you. And people who don't have cancer, who aren't sick, and telling you that your fight, your journey, has inspired them to live differently. I know that's important to you. You want to inspire people to truly appreciate what they have. Alli Hagerdon: So important because I think in life, especially in today's society where things are so fast paced and moving so quickly and there's so much pressure for this success, that how often do you take a breath? Do you take a pause? Do you look around you? Alli Hagerdon: Do you see what you have and do you say, “Wow. I am so thankful that I have this right now. I'm living life with gratitude today. Because I am so appreciative to have this wonderful spouse. To have this wonderful family. To have these wonderful friends that just love on me and support me unconditionally. To have a job that I love to do. To live in an area that I love. To have a hobby that I get joy from doing.” Alli Hagerdon: I think that before I had cancer, I didn't take the time that I should have to pause and be thankful and be appreciative and live my life with gratitude. And I wish that I did. Because you're really missing out on living when you don't take the time to appreciate what it is in life that you do have. Carey Pena: Tomorrow or in the coming days, you guys are going to Disneyland. Alli Hagerdon: Yes, yes. Carey Pena: How are you making that happen? Alli Hagerdon: You know, you just, you power through. You make it happen because I have an opportunity to go. I'm still here and I'm still alive. And so I'm gonna live and I am going to make memories. And I'm gonna go with my parents, with my husband, with my brother, with my daughter. And we're gonna go take her to Disneyland for the first time. And we're going to, I mean to me, my favorite part of those experiences is watching the joy on her face and how much fun she has. Alli Hagerdon: And then we're gonna take her to the ocean. And the ocean to me is so therapeutic. And so calming. And if I'm tired, I'm tired. I'm not gonna stop. Because if I stopped every time I was tired, I would never do anything. And so you figure out how to get through the day. You figure out how to enjoy every moment. And you do it because you can. Alli Hagerdon: Because I am so thankful to be alive today, to be alive tomorrow. To be alive over the weekend when we're gonna go on our trip. I am so thankful for that opportunity to live. And I am going to use every moment of that time to live the best that I can with my family. Carey Pena: You have a great family. Alli Hagerdon: A wonderful family. Carey Pena: Who absolutely adore you. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: Great brother. And your husband. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. Carey Pena: You said that there are three lessons you really want to make sure that your daughter always knows. To be strong, to be tolerant, and to be kind. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. I think that is so important. And I want her to know this from this interview when she's older and she listens to it. That there are days and there are things that we're faced with. It might not be terminal illness. But things that come up in life, at school, at work. Where you think, “How am I gonna get through this? This is impossible.” Alli Hagerdon: And really nothing is impossible. You get through it by working as hard as you possibly can. And by persevering. You've put on your warrior hat and you lift your head up high and you put a smile on your face no matter how you feel, and you get through it. Alli Hagerdon: And the second part of being tolerant is, you know, I feel like we live in a world that's so filled with intolerance. And it, to me, there's no excuse to be intolerant of others. I want my daughter to know to love and to accept and to welcome people, no matter their differences, no matter if they're the same, they're different. No matter how they're different. Everybody is a human being and a person and deserves to be treated that way. Alli Hagerdon: Which leads me to the last piece, which I always taught my first graders more than anything. Is that there's nothing mort important than being kind. My mom always told me that love beholds love. And I learned that all of the love that I've given out through all of these years, I see it now coming back to me. I see that lesson coming to life. Alli Hagerdon: My kindness, my tolerance has now provided me with a support network of people. Not just my wonderful family, my wonderful friends, my Arizona friends, my Chicago friends. Strangers that find me through my blog. And I am just filled with love and kindness. Alli Hagerdon: And I truly believe it's because that's what I put out there. And so it's so important to put out that tolerant kindness, that love to everybody you meet. Because they can feel it and it touches them. You know? And one day, they're gonna return that feeling back to you. And even if they don't, you get to walk away knowing you've given that to somebody else. Carey Pena: What do you want people to learn from your story? Alli Hagerdon: I want people to learn that nothing can stop me. And if nothing can stop me in this situation, nothing can stop them. There is always a way to carry on. There is always a way to pick your head up and keep fighting. That life is life. And the universe is out of our control. But the only thing we can control is ourselves. Alli Hagerdon: And we can control ourselves and move forward. We have the choice of laying in bed and not getting out. We have the choice of crying and whining and complaining and moaning. Or we have the choice of lifting up our head, putting a smile on our face, and carrying on. And that if I can do that after being told on Monday that I may only have two more weeks of life, anybody can do that. Carey Pena: Are you scared? Alli Hagerdon: I'm scared for my family. I'm scared for the grief they will feel when I am gone. I am, been trying to put everything in place for them to make it as easy for them as possible when I do pass. But I know that I will be in a better place. But they're the ones who will be stuck here grieving. Carey Pena: You told me that you feel so grateful for the beautiful life that you have lived and that you continue to live. Alli Hagerdon: Yes. I mean I'm so grateful to have had so many experiences. So many experiences that have allowed me to make a difference. From teaching in Chicago at a Title One school to teaching teachers to being a mother and teaching my daughter. You know. And to starting a nonprofit where we mentored other young women going through similar journeys as our own. Alli Hagerdon: I am so grateful to have had the opportunity in life to help others grow and learn. And to me that's what it's about. It's how can you help others? How can you make a difference in other people's lives? And even through my pain today, it's okay that I'm feeling this pain as long as I know that it's making a difference to somebody else. Alli Hagerdon: Because the pain is worth it if it's able to help just one person. If there's just one person who watches this who says, “Wow. You know, I've been really down. But tomorrow I'm gonna try to get out of bed, take a shower, get out of the house, face the world.” Then the pain I'm feeling is worth it because it's helping somebody else. Carey Pena: I want to thank you so much for your incredible courage in sitting down, sharing your story. And your authenticity and your genuine spirit. And I know, speaking for myself, for everyone who watches and listens to this, we are all just loving on you. Alli Hagerdon: Thank you. Carey Pena: Loving on you. Alli Hagerdon: Thank you, Carey. Carey Pena: And we're gonna continue on following Alli's story and we'll be posting your blogs and your vlogs. I'm teaching her how to vlog. Alli Hagerdon: Yes (laughing). Carey Pena: And we'll be putting all of that on our website, inspiredmedia360tv.com. Thanks for listening. The post My Genuine Journey: Alli Hagerdon's Fight For Life appeared first on Inspired Media 360 TV - Inform | Inspire | Engage.

Has your marriage taken the backburner? Has the chaos of parenting taken over your romantic life? Would you want your son or your daughter to treat their spouse as you treat yours? Let's rekindle that relationship. This is the Empowered Mama Podcast. This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Links for Lisa MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website: https://www.fit4mom.com The Empowered Mama Book: https://www.lisadruxman.com/book/ Lisa Druxman's Website: https://www.lisadruxman.com Gary Chapman  5 Love Languages:  https://www.5lovelanguages.com/gary-chapman/ Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you! https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

What are you gonna wear today? What are you gonna have for breakfast? Or lunch? Or for a snack or for dinner? Should you check email now? Or maybe go on Facebook or Instagram? All of these seemingly unimportant decisions are why you feel burned out! Today I'm going to talk to you on a plan on how to end decision fatigue. This is The Empowered Mama Podcast. This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Other Episodes About Will Power And Overwhelm Episode 104 Episode 134 Links for Lisa MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website The Empowered Mama Book Lisa Druxman's Website Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you! https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

Do you seek the answers to who you are and why you are here? Do you sometimes think your dream life will happen when you achieve a certain weight? We're talking about everything from being a Whole Woman to witchcraft with Empowered Mama, Sarah Jenks. This is The Empowered Mama Podcast. This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Links: Sarah's Jenks - Website or Whole Woman Site Find Sarah Jenks on Instagram Visit Sarah on Facebook Special giveaway from Sarah Jenks Sarah's favorite quote: "Some days I am more wolf than woman and I am still learning how to stop apologizing for my wild" - Nikita Gill Sarah's favorite book: Red Hot and Holy - Sera Beak Links for Lisa MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website The Empowered Mama Book Lisa Druxman's Website Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you!https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

What do you want to ask me? In this episode, I answer your questions on everything from how to start a business to how to get out of overwhelm and how to get out of anxiety. Whatever you send in and I mean whatever, I'm answering. Unedited and unscripted. This is The Empowered Mama Podcast. This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Links for Lisa Score: https://www.score.org/ MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website The Empowered Mama Book Lisa Druxman's Website Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you! https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

This week, I hit burnout. It happens. We cannot be “up” all the time. How do you handle it when you feel low, in a funk, burned out? I'll share with you my tips for battling burnout. This is The Empowered Mama Podcast. This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Links for Lisa MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website The Empowered Mama Book Lisa Druxman's Website Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you! https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

Do you ever get caught up in someone else's highlight reel? Do you wonder why everyone else seems to have it all together when you feel like a hot mess? Well I believe, we all need to keep it real. And that's what I'm going to do today. I'm going to give you a look behind the curtain and share what I'm embarrassed to tell you. This episode is brought to you by FIT4MOM, where you can find The Strength In Motherhood at any stage of motherhood. We have classes such as FIT4BABY, Stroller Strides, Run Club and our newest program Strides360. When you come to FIT4MOM, I promise you will find moms like you. It's not just the highlight reel. Come with your messy bun with spit up on you, come with your sleep deprivation. I really don't care how you show up, I just want you to make it. Just join us! You will not find any other program where you can get fitness, community, and fun - all wrapped into one. Go to FIT4MOM.com to find a class near you! Links for Lisa MamaWell: https://www.mamawell.co FIT4MOM website The Empowered Mama Book Lisa Druxman's Website Thank you for listening today, and every day that you join me. As always, if there is someone you want me to interview or a topic you want me to talk about, just send me an email to podcast@fit4mom.com. I know how busy you are, but if you could just take a moment to review the show on iTunes or Stitcher, it would mean the world to me. Think of it like leaving a little tip for your barista. If you liked this episode share it. Super easy to do! Use #EmpoweredMama so that I can thank you! https://www.lisadruxman.com/reviewit

What are the most important needs of women during pregnancy, postpartum, and the days of new motherhood? You might guess that nutrition, healthy habits, physical fitness, and emotional support are some of the most important needs---and they are! Wouldn’t it be ideal if there was a way to wrap up all of these AND a sense of connection and community with other moms? Join me for today’s show and find out how my guest has found the perfect intersection in meeting the needs of women embarking on their journeys to motherhood---and it just might be available in your hometown.    Lisa Druxman is the Chief Founding Mom of FIT4MOM, the parent company to Fit4Baby, Stroller Strides, and Body Back. With nearly 2000 class locations nationwide, FIT4MOM is one of the fastest growing franchises in the country. Lisa is the author of The Empowered Mama and the host of The Empowered Mama podcast. She has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and more. Lisa is a speaker, writer, and thought leader with a passion for helping moms get out of overwhelm and into a healthy and happy life. We connected through the podcasting network, Parenting on Demand, where we both have our podcasts.   Show Highlights:   How Lisa felt “lost” 17 years ago on maternity leave with many questions, no confidence, and a loss of identity  Why she started a stroller workout to help moms get back in shape as they helped her learn about motherhood The growth of Stroller Strides from 2001 until now, through word-of-mouth advertising; now, it’s a nationwide program that provides a sense of community and much more than just a workout for moms The programs offered now: Fit4Baby (prenatal), Body Back (transformational, high-intensity), and the new brand, FIT4MOM, with 300 franchises and 2000 class locations across the US Our Village, the play group and Mom’s Night Out program as part of Stroller Strides Why the program is the perfect combo of exercise and sense of community and support How the positive support leads to success with many motherhood issues How they provide fitness classes and provide education for moms to understand fitness and exercise science The instructors are not therapists, but are trained to be aware of signs of postpartum depression and recommend needed resources How the classes are benefitting new moms and creating amazing success stories of life-changing reconnection and rebuilding relationships and confidence How the classes teach moms to treat themselves the way they hope their kids will someday treat themselves A main point is the focus on inclusivity and that every mom is welcome Lisa’s podcast and book: helping moms reclaim their time, their selves, and their health The podcast format: solo episodes where Lisa shares personal experiences and body image issues, and interviews with amazing moms about their expertise and how they balance their lives How Lisa shows what it means to be an Empowered Mama How the podcast addresses common themes among moms about their struggles and how they want to show up as mothers The #1 question from new moms: How do I balance it all? Lisa’s answer: “Prioritize your self-care and something that gives you joy every day, and everything else will fall into place.” How FIT4MOM provides support for moms during pregnancy, through postpartum, and into motherhood and beyond Mama Well, the new digital program with 42 weeks of exercise videos, birth preparations, and nutritional guidance---and it includes a private Facebook group Why this holistic program works for general health and wellness for moms---and is different from anything else in the country The new programs coming later this year Lisa’s #1 takeaway: “Every single minute of every single day, you are writing the story to your only life.” ---Katherine Center   Resources: www.fit4mom.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lisadruxman Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/lisadruxman Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lisadruxman   The Empowered Mama by Lisa Druxman

Lisa Druxman is a mom on a mission! It is her hope to inspire all moms to live a healthier life.Lisa Druxman is a mom on a mission! It is her hope to inspire all moms to live a healthier life. Nationally recognized as an expert in the field of fitness, particularly pre- and postnatal, Lisa is the creator of FIT4MOM®. Her programs such as Stroller Strides, Fit4Baby and Body Back are all part of the Fit4Mom family. She joins host Lisa Davis to share some of her life hacks on getting out of overwhelm and in to a life of health and happy.

Lisa Druxman is the Chief Founding Mom of FIT4MOM, the parent company to Fit4Baby, Stroller Strides and Body Back. With nearly 2,000 class locations nationwide, FIT4MOM is one of the fastest growing franchises in the country. Lisa is the author of the upcoming book, The Empowered Mama and the host of the Motivating Mom podcast. She has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America and more. Lisa is a speaker, writer and thought leader with a passion for helping moms get out of overwhelm and into a healthy and happy life.  And most importantly, Lisa is a Shameless Mom to Jacob (16) and Rachel (12).    Lisa professional resume is so inspiring to me, as she built a fitness empire for herself while raising two littles.  She definitely learned a lot along the way and has changed how she operates over time.  Like me, she is done talking about mommy belly fat as if it’s a national disaster.  She would much rather support women in becoming more strong, powerful and capable in all areas of their lives.     Listen in to hear Lisa share: Why she had to start having conversations bigger than belly fat and muffin tops How moms can regain, reclaim, and retrain their lives Fun family dinner hacks that let you off the hook How work/life balance really looks when you’re on a mission How and why you should focus on continuous never ending improvement   Links Mentioned: Connect with Lisa: FIT4MOM.com Lisa’s Book: Empowered Mama Join the Shameless Mom Momentum Mastermind Interest List!  Email info@shamelessmom.com and I’ll get you all set up!

Episode Number 5 - Megan Thayer , Owner of FIT4MOM Seacoast Megan's favorite role in life is being Mommy to Chase, who was born in 2014. Prior to becoming Mom to the energetic and happy boy (BC: Before Chase), she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2004 from Colby-Sawyer College. This business background gave her a successful career in Banking for over ten years. Megan's life changed when Chase was born. Her identify shifted, her purpose changed, and she found a franchise called FIT4MOM. She bought the Seacoast territory in October 2014 and opened her doors in early January 2015! From there, the franchise has grown to offer many pre and postnatal classes a week on the Seacoast. The team of pre and postnatal fitness experts has grown to five instructors. And the amount of support that has rippled through the Seacoast, with our little ones witnessing the importance of living a healthy lifestyle has been tremendously positive! Aside from being a small business owner, and Mom, she enjoys time at the beach or reading. She's passionate about hearing people's stories and fascinated with the growth journey that people go on. She believes that the purpose of life is love, and she hopes to simply share love wherever she goes. FIT4MOM Seacoast is group fitness trainers. They offer prenatal fitness classes for the expecting mamas, and after she has her baby, she comes to Stroller Strides (our flagship program). She can bring the baby in the stroller and get a full body workout, while bonding with baby! When she is ready, the mama transitions into Body Back - a higher intensity workout designed to bring the Mom back to her body, her mind, herself! They call it “Our Village” - with playgroups and mom’s night outs. It's a community. FIT4MOM Seacoast’s mission is to provide Strength In Motherhood. You can find Megan through a variety of ways: www.facebook.com/seacoast.fit4mom www.instagram/fit4momseacoast www.seacoast.fit4mom.com Book Recommendations: The Power of Now, by Eckhart Tolle You Are A Badass, by Jen Sincero

009-Success Leaves Clues: Interview with Lisa Druxman, founder of Fit4Mom, Founder of Stroller Strides, Fit4Baby, and Body Back Programs   On the show today, I’m interviewing Lisa Druxman, founder of Fit4Mom, and creator of the Stroller Strides, Fit4Baby, and Body Back Programs. Lisa had a light bulb moment as a new but overwhelmed mom 16 years ago. She used her passion to begin a business out of her own necessity to find a village of moms she could learn from and grow with. Today, she is the CEO of a national franchise company that is empowering moms and helping women find their strength and their confidence. Her franchise opportunity is also allowing women to have an amazing career that supports motherhood. In this episode, Lisa shares The story behind Fit4Moms - how it all began with a simple neighborhood idea that grew into a national franchise The growth mindset she adopted to successfully grow her business Lessons from her difficult journey into becoming a franchise that cost her 6 figures The difference it makes in having the right consultants, advisors, mentors, and support professionals around you An insider’s look at her team and the culture she has built for her franchisees that supports a “work with life” instead of a “work vs life” mindset. Her top 3 pieces of advice for moms in business Her tips for prioritizing self-care, being intentional with her time, and managing distractions to accomplish big goals   Links from this episode: Fit4Mom Website Fit4Mom Franchise   Book Recommendations: The One Thing Essentialism   *FREE DOWNLOAD - Get Dr. Shannon’s Mind Map and Reverse Engineering Blueprint FREE! MIND MAP & Reverse Engineering Blueprint (includes the picture of my own mind map)   Connect with Shannon Facebook | Instagram | Epic Success Website   Join the Epic Tribe to get all of Dr. Shannon’s exclusive content she reserves only for her tribe!   Did you know that Shannon is also the founder and director of Mosaic Vision Ministries? This organization is powerfully changing the lives of HIV/AIDS orphans in Uganda. To learn more, visit MosaicVision.org or follow Mosaic on Facebook.   Subscribe to the Epic Success Podcast today!! SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES SUBSCRIBE ON STITCHER SUBSCRIBE ON GOOGLE PLAY SUBSCRIBE ON ANDROID Next week: I will be interviewing the incredible Dana Malstaff of Boss- Moms! She shares how she uses a One Bucket Approach to her business and life integration and how she built a raving fan community of over 20,000.   Coming soon: I will also be talking with the amazing Pat Flynn of Smart Passive Income. His podcast reaches hundreds of thousands of people every week. He calls himself the crash test dummy of online business. He is also my personal mentor in the podcast and business building space.   Quotes: “Success leaves clues.”   “Get the right professionals. So many solopreneurs start their business thinking small. It’s worth the investment to get the right advice from the start.”   “We are so tied to our why which is to help women find the strength in motherhood.                                                                                                                                  We believe in the power of moms. We believe that moms are the catalyst for change. Sometimes moms lose their way, and they get a little overwhelmed. It’s not that we’re giving them a gift. We’re helping them realize something that’s already inside of them. So yes, they gain this physical strength, but they also gain this confidence. We believe moms just create this ripple effect for the rest of the world. When mom is strong and happy and confident, that is going to raise healthy and happy families.”   “That’s the hardest thing is learning to say no. If it’s not tied to my own why, what the needs of my family, the needs of my business – even though, I could help somebody, I’m better off pointing them to other resources.”

 I’m thrilled to introduce you to my personal mentor and friend, Kelly Gore. Kelly is the founder of iBloom and is a business coach and strategist for Christian women in business. She believes and is living proof that you can build a business you love while staying true to your values and priorities.   If you know Kelly even a little bit, you know that every time you talk with her you will walk away inspired, encouraged, and with so many practical ideas that you can start implementing right away. This episode is no exception!   In this episode, Kelly shares Her story of becoming an “accidental entrepreneur” and growing to where she is now What a Business Meeting with God is and how it is the most important key to her success How she handled the multiple transitions in her business and life as she became wife, then mom How she balances her life and business as a wife and mom of 2 How she successfully manages distractions and is able stay focused and productive to complete her to do list Her unique process for setting goals that sets you up to create momentum and stay motivated to accomplish all of your goals 4 practical ways she works on improving her mindset Her recent shift in focus to health for herself when it’s so easy to put everyone else ahead of her own self-care And for fun - what it’s like to work closely with Michael Hyatt as her mentor!   Links from this episode: Free Month of the iBloom Planner: https://ibloom.co/free-ibloom-planner/ iBloom Health Challenge: https://ibloom.co/health-challenge/ Connect with iBloom on Social Media: Twitter | Facebook   Don’t miss it! My FREE Habit Mastery MasterClass is just weeks away! On July 20th at 10am PST, I’ll be hosting a free LIVE Habit Mastery MasterClass. We will dive even deeper into practical ways to implement habit mastery using the power of the brain. You’ll receive a free copy of my Habit Mastery Planner so you can create a step by step plan for every habit you want to create. Register for this free class at http://drshannonirvine.com/habit   *FREE DOWNLOAD - Get Dr. Shannon’s Mind Map and Reverse Engineering Blueprint FREE! MIND MAP & Reverse Engineering Blueprint (includes the picture of my own mind map)   Connect with Shannon Facebook | Instagram | Epic Success Website   Join the Epic Tribe to get all of Dr. Shannon’s exclusive content she reserves only for her tribe! Did you know that Shannon is also the founder and director of Mosaic Vision Ministries? This organization is powerfully changing the lives of HIV/AIDS orphans in Uganda. To learn more, visit MosaicVision.org or follow Mosaic on Facebook.   Subscribe to the Epic Success Podcast today!! SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES SUBSCRIBE ON STITCHER SUBSCRIBE ON GOOGLE PLAY SUBSCRIBE ON ANDROID   Next week: Next week, I will be interviewing mompreneur, Lisa Druxman, the creator of FIT4MOM®, and the Stroller Strides, Fit4Baby and Body Back programs. The FIT4MOM franchise is one of the fastest growing franchises in the country, and one of the top companies for moms to work for. Lisa is a motivational speaker, author and podcaster. She desires to help moms move from overwhelm and into a healthy and happy life! Coming soon: I will be interviewing the incredible Dana Malstaff of Boss- Moms! She shares how she uses a One Bucket Approach to her business and life integration and how she built a raving fan community of over 20,000.   I will also be talking with the amazing Pat Flynn of Smart Passive Income. His podcast reaches hundreds of thousands of people every week. He calls himself the crash test dummy of online business. He is also my personal mentor in the podcast and business building space.              

"The Things That Make You Unique May Be Your Biggest Gifts" Lisa  In this episode, Lisa shares how she began Stroller Strides during the first few months of being a first-time mom. Finding that she had so many questions and was also in need of a community of like-minded people, she decided to bring together 4 moms to workout and from that small beginning and an unexpected television opportunity, it turned from 4 to 40 participants overnight, and that was just the beginning. Lisa discovered that she had tapped into a market that was not only needed in California but across the country. With heart and hustle, she quickly turned her one-woman show into a franchise Fit For Mom. Lisa shares her thoughts on the power of community and how important it is to find your tribe during all stages of motherhood. We talk about the importance of sharing and showing the chaos as well as the good, as it is in struggles that true connection occurs. During the conversation, we talk about the importance of delegating to others and surrounding yourself with people who can complement out strengths and step in to fill the gaps.We also discuss the balance (is there such a thing) of life and motherhood and Lisa shares strategies on how to create a life that allows you to go with the ebb and flow of the day to day. Lisa shares her top tips for busy moms and gives advice on how to deal with overwhelm. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of reflecting versus goal setting. She also encourages us to prune what’s in our life so that you can carve out the extra time to do the things you love with the people you love. More About Lisa Lisa Druxman is a nationally recognized speaker, author and expert in the field of fitness, and particularly pre/postnatal fitness as the founder of FIT4MOM, the world’s largest wellness company with fitness programs exclusively and thoughtfully designed for moms. As the creator of an empire around healthy motherhood, Druxman is best known for her dedication to raising healthy moms and healthy families. In 2001, Druxman became a mom and an entrepreneur. She was looking for a way to blend her passion for fitness with motherhood. “I decided to create a workout that I could do with my baby,” she recalls. “I didn’t want to miss a moment of his new life but also knew that I needed to take care of myself.” From there, she created an exercise routine for new moms and realized that other mothers would benefit from working together to restore their well-being. Druxman now leads a business that brings exercise, companionship, and support to tens of thousands of moms around the country. She started with Stroller Strides® and over the years added Fit4Baby®, Stroller Barre® and Body Back®, now all the classes that make up FIT4MOM, one of the fastest-growing franchise businesses in the country. With a Master’s degree in Psychology, Druxman has been studying exercise adherence as a certified fitness professional for nearly 25 years. She’s been featured numerous times on The Today Show and has made guest appearances on Montel, CNN, Inside Edition and more. Lisa’s articles and story have been featured in parenting magazines such as Pregnancy, Parenting and Baby Talk; fitness magazines such as Fit Pregnancy, Shape and Self; and business magazines like Entrepreneur and Working Mother. In her 15th year of successful business, Druxman is inching closer to her mission of positively impacting a million moms – helping them all gain strength in motherhood. In 2017, she will continue to host the Empowered Mama podcast and release her second book.  

Guest: Lisa Druxman, expert in the field of pre and postnatal fitness and the founder and CEO of Stroller Strides, the country’s largest fitness program for moms. Her other company, Fit4Mom, has also developed other fitness programs for moms: Fit4Baby which is for moms during pregnancy and Body Back which is for moms who are ready to take their fitness and vitality to the next level. In this episode, we will cover: how a new mom should start back to exercising safely after having a baby (and when) without hurting herself a description of the basic exercises that will help rebuild a new mama's CORE that will lay the foundation for healthy post partum fitness what a successful post partum exercise program looks lie: CORE foundational work, ramp up cardio work, higher intensity interval training Resources mentioned in the conversation: link to her company's website: www.Fit4Mom.com link to her podcast, Motivating Mom: http://fit4mom.com/podcast podcast link in iTunes: Motivating Mom link to the Eneagram information we mentioned About Lisa Druxman: Lisa Druxman, M.A. is a nationally recognized speaker and author and is considered an expert in the field of fitness, particularly pre and postnatal fitness. She is also the founder and CEO of Stroller Strides, the country’s largest fitness program for moms. Her company Fit4Mom has also developed other fitness programs for moms: Fit4Baby which is for moms during pregnancy and Body Back which is for moms who are ready to take their fitness and vitality to the next level. Druxman earned her Master's degree at San Diego State University in psychology with an emphasis in exercise adherence and weight control. She created the weight management program, L.E.A.N. Mommy® (Learn Eating Awareness and Nutrition) which was released as a book by Hachette Publishing this year. She is also a fellow podcaster and her show, “Motivating Mom” can be found in iTunes right now. A noted authority on prenatal and postnatal fitness, Druxman has been a presenter at I.D.E.A. (national and world conferences), and is certified as an instructor, personal trainer, and provider of Continuing Education through the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Lisa was the recipient of the 2007  IDEA Program Director of the Year award and the 2008 Business Owner of the Year Award for the National Association of Women Business Owners. Druxman is also a well-published author, winning an APEX journalism award for a recent article published in a fitness trade journal.  Druxman has been received numerous business awards by organizations such as the National Association of Women Business Owners for her unique and successful business. Lisa Druxman is the exclusive writer for Entrepreneur’s new Mompreneur section on entrepreneur.com. Lisa is also a regular contributor to several San Diego area TV news stations, as well as Fitness Editor to e-Pregnancy magazine.  Druxman has been featured on NBC’s Today Show, CNN, The Montel Williams Show, Access Hollywood and profiled in magazines such as Entrepreneur, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, Self and more.  

It takes a village to raise a child, and Amy Rosso is building that village. Owner and instructor of FIT4MOM Chapel Hill, Amy is building an incredible tribe and community of motherhood through exercise. With everything from Stroller Strides to candlelight yoga, Amy's classes meet the needs and schedules of mothers. The program emphasizes body confidence, community support and strength. Amy's energy is infectious and you may just want to listen to this episode of What We're Made Of on the go. chapelhill.fit4mom.com | amyrosso@fit4mom.com

Episode 15 of All About Fitness is about the role that community plays in promoting a healthy and fitness lifestyle. People who don’t workout tend to find any excuse to avoid getting sweaty. Those of us who enjoy fitness are the opposite, we look forward to the physical challenge of a tough workout and often we look forward to seeing the friends we’ll be sweating with as we push ourselves to perform better.   How many times have you thought about blowing off a workout or skipping an activity because you weren’t really in the mood? How many times did you suck it up and show up because you knew that others would be there waiting for you and, if nothing else, it was a chance to get out, see some friends and have a little fun?  One of the best things about the fitness lifestyle is being a part of a community of like-minded individuals. As someone who has taught group fitness classes for the better part of 20 years I can attest to the fact that many friendships are made among people who sweat together. One of the coolest things is that many people who first meet in the gym end up becoming friends, which is especially important in this day of social media when it can be easier to connect virtually than in real life. The topic of today’s episode is how fitness can create a community and why that community can be an important part of a healthy lifestyle.   You may have seen them in the park: a phalanx of women in form-fitting exercise clothes pushing strollers and stopping every so often to perform some workouts. The program is called Stroller Strides and it was created by Lisa Druxman, a fitness professional, who noticed there was a lack of exercise options for women who had just given birth. True to the phrase: necessity is the mother of invention, once Lisa decided to create a program that catered to new moms who didn’t want the let the new addition stand in the way of their exercise program. Once Lisa created the Stroller Strides workout she turned it into a franchise program so that other new moms could start their own companies promoting health and fitness.   Over the years Stroller Strides has evolved to include programs called Fit4Baby - classes for pre-natal fitness, Body Back - conditioning classes for any stage of motherhood and has become the company Fit4Mom.  Farel Hruska is the National Fitness Director responsible for educating new and existing franchise owners and instructors. Lisa and Farel have focused on helping women create a community of like-minded individuals who care about the health of both their families and themselves as individuals.    In this episode of All About Fitness, Lisa, Farel and I discuss the evolution of Fit4Mom and the role that a community of like-minded individuals plays in helping you to pursue a healthy and fit lifestyle.    Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:   ActivMotion Bar www.activmotionbar.com   Vicore Fitness www.vicorefitness.com   Information on Fit4Mom: www.fit4mom.com Franchise information: http://fit4momfranchise.com    

 Have you felt alone as a mom? Have questions about parenting, sleep issues, your marriage? Do you wonder if you are doing it right? We all do. That's why we all need a village at every stage of motherhood. In this episode, Lisa shares why she created her own village with Stroller Strides and you'll hear from a mompreneur who started her own app just to help moms connect. 

This week’s guest Roxie Jimenez is the owner of one of the Fit4Mom franchises in LA, which houses Stroller Strides. Our episode started out being about health and staying active, but Roxie opened up and shared with us one of the hardest experiences she has lived. Miscarriage. A very hard subject to speak about in our community as it is surrounded with shame and pain for all involved. Roxie is extremely brave and wanted to share her story in hopes to reach anyone out there that has gone through this same situation and to let them know that they are not alone and how speaking out has helped her slowly heal.

This week I'm so excited to be chatting with Lisa Druxman!  Lisa is the creator of the incredibly popular Fit4Mom exercise program, which includes Fit 4 Baby, Stroller Strides and their newer Body Back program.  Lisa also created the Motivating Mom Podcast, which I love, to give moms ‘the strength for motherhood.”  In this episode we talk a lot about fitness and health because that's her specialty, and we also talk about taking time for ourselves as moms.  She has so many wise words and practical advice, and I love what she says about thinking about ‘How do we want this chapter of our stories to read?” New motherhood is such a short flicker in the span of a life, so I think that's a perfect way to think about it! Enjoy! To learn more about Lisa's podcast, check out the Motivating Mom Podcast. To learn more about Fit4Mom and to find a class in your area, go here. As always, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes here. While you're on iTunes, I hope you consider rating and reviewing the show so that we can reach more moms! Thanks for listening!

Lisa is interviewed for The Chalene Johnson show. Chalene is an American physical fitness authority, entrepreneur, lifestyle and business expert, motivational speaker and the founder of the SmartLife movement! Listen to Lisa explain how she started Stroller Strides and how she grew her company, FIT4MOM!

Welcome to our very first episode of the Motivating Mom. I'm your host, Lisa Druxman! Many of you may know me as the founder of FIT4MOM or programs like Stroller Strides or Body Back. But I come to you now as a regular mom who wants to give women the strength for motherhood.  In this first, episode, I share my personal story and how I created Stroller Strides. We'll also discuss the importance of MITs (Most Important Things), and I'll answer your questions about food, fitness and life balance!  

Lisa Druxman is a nationally recognized expert in the field of fitness, particularly pre and postnatal and the creator of FIT4MOM® . Her programs such as Stroller Strides, Fit4Baby and Body Back are all part of the Fit4Mom family. The FIT4MOM franchise has consistently been ranked by numerous publications as one of the fastest growing franchises in the country. Lisa Druxman is the author of L.E.A.N. Mommy, the exclusive writer for Entrepreneur’s online Mompreneur column and the host of the webTV program Mom On A Mission. It is her hope to inspire all moms to live a healthier life. She has been featured on NBC’s Today Show, CNN, The Montel Williams Show, Access Hollywood, and Home & Family, Druxman has been featured in print publications including Entrepreneur, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, Self, Fit Pregnancy, American Baby, and more. Lisa lives San Diego with her husband, son and daughter.

  As the fonder of multiple fitness programs for Moms; Stroller Strides®, Body Back® and Fit4Baby® – Lisa Druxman knows all about creating a Tribe of people passionate about a fitness business. Lisa Druxman created Stroller Strides in 2001 after the birth of her baby. With over 1,300 locations nationwide, it offers moms an opportunity to get in shape, meet other moms and have fun with their baby. Since then, we  Continue Reading... The post ICI Podcast 309 – learn to build your tribe from Lisa Druxman appeared first on Indoor Cycle Instructor Podcast | ICI/PRO Premium Education.

This week on Pregnancy Awareness Month Radio, the amazing Lisa Druxman, founder of Stroller Strides, and Anna Getty and Alisa Donner of Pregnancy Awareness Month will discuss excercise.

May is Pregnancy Awareness Month! We'll be live with Pregnancy Awareness Month co-founders, Anna Getty & Alisa Donner talking about hwhy exercise is so important during pregnancy. Our guest today will be Lisa Druxman, the founder of national franchise, Stroller Strides!

When should new moms return to working out? What is a Stroller Strides class? How old does your baby need to be to go with you? What if your baby cries during the class? Besides exercise, what are some other benefits of Stroller Strides? Lisa Druxman, fitness expert and founder of Stroller Strides, discusses these questions and more with the PregTASTIC crew.