On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we've got the Sisters of Fitness together to discuss your body and why you should treat it well.
Friday, March 31, 2023
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Ep 498: Be Sexy Eat Plants with Kristel de Groot
Are you interested in plant-based eating? Today, we dive into learning more about how plant-based eating can improve your life. In this episode, I talk with Kristel de Groot. She is the Co-Founder of Your Super, a next-gen industry leader in plant-based living, transparent supply chain, and 1:1 giving. The company was created when de Groot’s partner and Co-Founder, Michael Kuech was diagnosed with cancer at age 24. Together with her Orthomolecular Nutritionist mom and aunt, she developed superfood and plant protein mixes to help boost Michael’s immunity and overall health. Kristel is responsible for developing the formulas, all packaging, and branding and currently acts as Chief Marketing Officer. You can catch Kristel and Michael on their podcast, #BeSexyEatPlants which highlights vegan athletes, doctors, entrepreneurs, and change-makers.
Questions I asked:
· How did your plant-based eating start?
· Why did you switch to vegan from vegetarian?
· How do you get your B-12 in?
· Why should you get a panel done before you start?
· What else do you eat besides plants?
· When does your book come out?
· How does this way of eating help inflammation?
· What is your tip for people trying to change their eating?
· Why is true health not about how you look?
· Can you tell us about Your Super?

Topics Discussed:
· Your Super Life Cookbook
· Your Super way of eating
· Stop counting calories, Count plants!
· Starting a company.
· Plant-based eating.
· Motherhood
· What true health really means.

· Quotes from the show:
· “Plant-based eating can reduce your risk of cancer.” @YourSuperfoods @SisterhoodSweat
· “If you start focusing on what you should eat more of, you end up eating less of the other things.” @YourSuperfoods @SisterhoodSweat
· “Eat the rainbow is a useful tip.” @YourSuperfoods @SisterhoodSweat
· “Go back to nature.” @YourSuperfoods @SisterhoodSweat
· “Healthy eating doesn’t have you be so complicated.” @YourSuperfoods @SisterhoodSweat
How you can stay in touch with Kristel:
· Website
· YouTube
· Get the Your Super Life book at your favorite book store: Barnes & Noble, Booksamllion, Target, Amazon, Walmart, etc. Follow them on IG on @kristelandmichael and @yoursuperfoods. Learn more on kristelandmichael.com and yoursuper.com
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Friday, March 24, 2023
Ep 497: Let It Rip Painful Endings Can Lead To Beautiful Beginnings
On this week's Let it Rip Friday, we're discussing the fact that sometimes the toughest endings bring amazing new beginnings.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
496: Over 40 Fitness Hacks with Brad Williams
Are you interested in losing weight after 40? Have you been struggling to build muscle? This podcast is perfect for everyone 40 and over looking to stay fit. In this episode I talk with Bob Williams. Over the last decade, Brad owned and operated three gym locations in Orange County, and oversaw 40+ independent personal trainers each with their unique training styles. He built a loyal following and sought-after client/trainer community culture within each of his gym locations. Post-COVID, Brad had to focus more on online training and started his first fitness podcast called Over 40 Fitness Hacks. He wanted the show to revolve around his passion for helping the over-40 crowd fight the aging process while still having a social life.

Questions I asked:
· How was it owning a gym during COVID?
· How does online fitness change the game?
· How did you find your place helping people over 40?
· What is time under tension?
· How should people eat at an older age for muscle?
· Why is so important to get testing and know what you’re putting in your body?
· How does alcohol affect you as you get older?
· Does fasting help you?
· How can you tell what things bother you?
· How can we make sure we’re not breaking down our muscles?
· Where can people connect with you?
Topics Discussed:
· Weight loss.
· Building muscle.
· Time under tension.
· Aging.
· Micronutrients.
· Balance training.
· Chronic pain.

Quotes from the show:
· “Online you really need to niche yourself down.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat
· “I couldn’t believe how many things changed with my body at 40.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat
· “My true calling didn’t happen until five years ago.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat
· “Working with lower weights, taking your time, and having time under tension.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Brad:
· Listen to his podcast
· Website
If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on Brad’s podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach him at projectb36@gmail.com.
How you can stay in touch with Linda:
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Monday, March 20, 2023
Ep 495: Motivation Minutes: Can Body Image Issues Fuel Eating Disorders in Midlife
On this week's Motivation Minutes on Monday, we're discussing eating disorders and body image issues in midlife.
Friday, March 17, 2023
Ep 494: Let It Rip Dreams Need Deadlines
On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we're discussing why dreams need deadlines.
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Ep 493: Unsubscribe From the Scale Dictating Your Worth with Katie Bramlett
Have you been struggling with the number on the scale? We’re learning how to ignore that number and tune into our bodies. In this episode, I talk with Katie Bramlett. She’s the co-founder of WeShape & a fierce advocate for bringing awareness to women's health and fitness. She is breaking toxic weight-loss culture by empowering people to connect with and care for their bodies. She is also the co-host of The WeShape Podcast. We discuss why she created WeShape, and what changed for her in your own journey with her body. Katie shares the importance of not seeking validation in others and why listening to our body should come first.
Questions I asked:
· Why did you start WeShape?
· Why do we operate from a place of “should”?
· Can you share some stories from WeShape people?
· How can we find more happiness inside ourselves?
· How can we show up the way we want to?
· Can you tell us more about what you do at WeShape?
· Why is community so important for women?
· What are some lies people tell themselves about being happy?
· How do you deal with push-back from other people?
· Can you tell everyone where to find you online?
· What was the most surprising thing you had to let go of?
Topics Discussed:
· No external validation.
· Ignoring the scale.
· Self-Esteem.
· Self-acceptance.
· Letting go of things.
· Changing.

Quotes from the show:
· “If you can’t be happy with the body you’re in today, no diet will make you fulfilled.” @weshape @SisterhoodSweat
· “So many people time and attention goes to counting every calorie and walking all their steps, and the number on the scale.” @weshape @SisterhoodSweat
· “People need to unsubscribe to the messages society sends us.” @weshape @SisterhoodSweat
· “We hear people tell us, I now live for myself.” @weshape @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Katie:
· Website
· Fa
· TikTok
· Get your Free Gift: https://www.weshape.com/sisterhodofsweat
How you can stay in touch with Linda:
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