In March, I told you season 3 would be here in June. But who knew what would happen in just a couple of months? I have plenty to say, I'm just not sure how to say it yet. So...stay tuned!

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Where's Season 3?

Change is a hard process and not everyone is ready to come along for the ride. Some people don't understand why you want to go to the gym or skip happy hour. Some people are going to be threatened by it. Is it time to find your new tribe? Got to https://www.fitin417.com/ for all the things mentioned in this episode.

Who is on your team?

You probably have a morning routine but what about a morning ritual? I love habits but what makes them different from rituals? I share some thoughts about routines vs morning rituals, prompted by the new book Don't Over Think It by Anne Bogel, and bring in some other 417-land coaches to share theirs.

Is it a Routine or a Ritual?

I've been getting emails for years asking for advice on how to become a personal trainer. Here are the two questions you have to answer before you start a personal training career. If you need more mentorship, connect with me in my free Facebook group for certified professionals call We Thrive Together In this episode, it's also time for another segment of Tea and a Book. You are definitely going to want to pre-order Don't Overthink It by Anne Bogel. Find all the details here: https://modernmrsdarcy.com/dont-overthink-it/

So you want to be a personal trainer?

Last week, in part one of this interview, Shannon Bradbury of Reuna Fitness shared what led her to get a hysterectomy at age 40. In part two, she talks about the recovery comparison trap and the importance of listening to your body post-surgery. You can get her still find her pre-op checklist here: https://www.reuna.fitness/ To save your space for Slow Down Saturday on February 22, click here: https://www.thrivepersonalfitness.com/release/  

A Hysterectomy Journey - Part 2

Did you know one-third of women will have a hysterectomy by the age of 60? If that's the case, why aren't we talking about what's going on in our uteruses more? Shannon Bradbury of Reuna Fitness is open, honest and thoughtful about her hysterectomy journey. Today is part 1 of my conversation with Shannon about how women suffer in silence and struggle to find solutions when our bodies seem to be working against us. Find more about her story here: https://www.reuna.fitness/blog And you can learn more about my upcoming workshop on diminishing the effects of stress in the body here: https://www.thrivepersonalfitness.com/release/  

A Hysterectomy Journey - Part 1

Are you in the middle of a workplace wellness challenge? Sadly, these group weigh-ins or 10k step a day challenges don't do much for long term wellness for most people. Here are a few reasons why they fail and a few suggestions for more meaningful workplace wellness.

How workplace wellness challenges fail.

The idea that we have to do it all and do it perfectly is one of the biggest obstacles we have to living a healthy happy life. Feeding ourselves shouldn't be as hard as we make it out to be. And there should be no guilt in asking for help if you need it. In this episode, I talk to Katie Baker from The Gracious Plate about the simplest ways to feed ourselves and our families and how to delegate dinner to an expert. Learn more about The Gracious Plate here: https://thegraciousplate.com/    

What is it so hard to get dinner on the table?

Are you taking the challenge to go vegan in January? Or perhaps you're just trying to eat a more plant-based diet?  Either way, you need to know where you can get a delicious vegan dish when dining out in 417-land.  Today, I share my top 5 picks for vegan dining in Springfield, MO.  Plus, I've got a very special Tea and a Book segment. Minimalist Meal Planning course What Should I Read Next episode 217

Yes, you can eat vegan in 417-land.

Have you ever wondered why there are so many diet plans and eating styles? Because at their core, all those fad diets have a few nuggets of truth that give you short term results. A diet agnostic approach to coaching is all about habits, not dogma. I'll share how widely different diets can give you similar results. These simple truths can help you find a path to food freedom. For meal planning tips based on habits, not diets, click here: https://www.thrivepersonalfitness.com/mealplanning/ And on The Best of Thrive Personal Fitness, I share "You May Be Healthy But Are You Well?": https://www.thrivepersonalfitness.com/2019/01/you-may-be-healthy-but-are-you-well/                  

What does it mean to be diet agnostic?

The gyms are going to be crowded again soon. That's intimidating enough when you're a newbie, but there is something else that makes many women feel less than welcome in traditional big-box gyms. You're not imaging the vibe. Male privilege is making the gym an unfriendly environment.  

The Problem With Traditional Gyms

Happy Holidays! I hope you're delighting in friends and family this week with traditions, new and old. As we wind down the year, it's time to take stock of what you achieved in 2019 and look forward to going after your goals in 2020. I've got three steps to guide you in goal setting and goal getting for the year. And if you're thinking about goals for a new decade, check out the tips on the Thrive Personal Fitness blog this week. Plus, there's still time to sign up for the 12 Days of Fitmas! Click HERE to join my free program to help you thrive into the new year!  

Goal Setting and Goal Getting for 2020

In my habits based approach, there is one habit that gets more push back than the others. Especially when the experiment happens over the holidays. How does the idea of drinking only calorie-free beverages for two weeks make you feel? For some, it's no big deal but for others, the notion of no alcohol for two weeks is a more of a challenge than they signed up for. Also, hear my latest Tea and A Book selection from one of my favorite authors! You also still have time to sign up for the 12 Days of Fitmas. Join my FREE program here. https://www.thrivepersonalfitness.com/12days/    

Sober Holidays

In part 2 of my conversation with Jessica Ollis of Springbranch Kombucha, we talk about how the holidays aren't always the "most wonderful time of the year".  I also share my tips on working with the holiday blues.

Self-care for the Caregiver - Part 2

Are you ready to step away from the highlight reel? In this conversation with Jessica Ollis, co-owner of Spring Branch Kombucha, we pull the curtain back on the stress of running your own business and being the caregiver to a child with unique abilities.    

Self-care For the Caregiver - Part 1

Talking about body respect, food freedom and fitness beyond size or shape in 417-land and beyond. Based in Springfield, MO, Fit in 417 is hosted by Pamela Hernandez of Thrive Personal Fitness.

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