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Broken to Barbell

Broken to Barbellwww.brokentobarbell.com
Three 20-somethings' podcast to (almost) greatness
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35 - Dr. Grant Hrabovsky, DC

Today we had the opportunity to interview Dr. Grant Hrabovsky, of Big Chiro located in Arsenal Strength. Grant discusses his background starting with high school and college football, his chiropractic work and competing in strongman competitions. https://www.bigchiro.com/about.html https://www.brokentobarbell.com/

Feb 18, 202057 min

34 - Welcome To 2020

Welcome to 2020! We catch up on where we've been and where we're going!

Feb 04, 202041 min

33 - Jolene Park and Gray Area Drinking

This month, we celebrate Karly's three years sober! Then we interview Jolene Park of Healthy Discoveries. Jolene Park is a functional nutritionist, health coach, TEDx speaker, Former Gray Area Drinker and creator of the Gray Area Drinking Recovery Hub. Almost 5 years ago, she left gray area drinking behind and it has been her mission to guide and support others as they do the same. Founding Healthy Discoveries® in 2001, she has coached 100+ high achieving professionals through their own recovery...

Oct 27, 20191 hr 10 min

32 - Martha Slagy and the PERSAD Center

In this episode we interview Martha Slagy of the PERSAD Center. The PERSAD Center is an LGBTQ+ and HIV/AID human service organization located in Pittsburgh and Washington, PA. Martha has worked in many different areas including a mortgage company and campgrounds, but one part of her title has always stayed the same: Counselor, Today, Martha is a Counselor for the PERSAD Center, on the ground helping the LGBTQ+ community every day. If you would like to learn more about the PERSAD Center, visit ht...

Sep 13, 201946 min

31 - Brooks DiFiore, owner of Arsenal Strength

This month we had the opportunity to interview Brooks DiFiore, owner of Arsenal Strength in Lawrenceville. Brooks walks us through his own life experiences, how he knew at a young age that he didn’t want to work a “normal job” and what led him to owning one of Pittsburgh’s biggest CrossFit communities. Check it out on iTunes and SoundCloud.

Aug 27, 201939 min

29 - Katy Vicini - Registered Dietitian

In this episode we sit down with Registered Dietitian (and Sam's old college roommate) Katy Vicini! Katy tells us about her own personal struggles with food restriction and obsession, as well as how she was able to overcome those setbacks. Katy also spills the tea on fad diets and why more food is often better!

May 13, 201947 min

28 - Meghan Sekone-Fraser

This month we had the opportunity to interview Meghan Sekone-Fraser. You might recall we interviewed her husband, Dion, in Episode 18. Meghan talks about going against the grain, being a rower, CrossFit coach, Muay Thai fighter, total badass and now soon to be Mom! A Pittsburgh girl at heart, life has taken her a lot of places including DC, New Zealand, Portland and now Austin. While in Portland, she worked for Society Nine, a woman-owned company that specializes in boxing gloves that are tailor...

Mar 28, 20191 hr 7 min

27 - Lou Ickes - Post-Concussion Life

This month we had the opportunity to interview Lou Ickes, former college hockey player, member of True Believer Jiu Jitsu and Boss Hog of Brillobox in Bloomfield. Lou dives into the details surrounding the multiple concussions he’s experienced throughout his life and how they impact him to this day. Not only is he hilarious, he tells his story in a way that’s relatable to anyone that might be dealing with adversity in their lives.

Feb 09, 20191 hr 30 min

26 - True Believer Jiu Jitsu - Jake Miclot

This month we had the opportunity to interview Jake Miclot, a black belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu and owner of True Believer Jiu Jitsu located in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Jake gives us an inside look at everything you might not know about jiu jitsu and how he holds his members to a higher standard, both on and off the mat. Open Minds. Strong Hearts. Hard Rounds.

Jan 26, 20191 hr 19 min

25 - It's Year 3 of Broken To Barbell!

We kick off Year 3 of the podcast with an update from Tanner, Sam, and Karly. Just us catching up and talking about a few things that we are into now and want to do moving forward.

Jan 21, 201920 min

24 - Broken Neck to Barbell - John Kaufman

This month, we had the opportunity to interview John Kaufman, brother of our very own Karly Kaufman! John suffered a broken neck during a freak accident at the beach in 2008. He tells us his story, and how he overcame this obstacle. And a special thank you to everyone for listening to our podcast for the past two years.

Dec 16, 20181 hr

23 - Better Late Than Never

Sorry we missed October, everyone! We are back in the saddle this month, and the three of us sit down to catch up. That's Karly, Sam, and Tanner for those of you who forgot!

Nov 10, 201840 min

22 - Britt from Pitt - Raw and Uncut

This week we had the opportunity to interview Brittany Leshen, a total babe, gothic, mega-badass chick from Pittsburgh. Britt discusses her own personal experience with mental health, her love for Marc Andre-Fleury as well as her side gig as her clients hair-apist. (Check her out at Pageboy salon in Lawrenceville!)

Sep 12, 20181 hr 26 min

21 - An Itsy Bitsy Bikini Competition Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Nicole Ferrier (Sam's competition coach!) about all things bikini. Who should compete, negative effects on the body to keep in mind, and what it truly takes to step on stage. Also, if you would like to join Broken to Barbells "Out of the Darkness" suicide prevention march, the link can be found here. https://afsp.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.team&teamID=181580

Aug 14, 201844 min

20 - The Dark Knights iRises - ending the stigma around suicide

This month we welcome Kristie Knights, a Psychotherapist, Divorce Mediator, Professional Speaker, Author and Founder of iRise Leadership Institute. Kristie helps us debunk the stigma around suicide and mental health, and answers those tough questions that no one knows how to answer. https://www.brokentobarbell.com/single-post/2018/07/25/Kristie-Knights---Suicide-Prevention-and-Awareness https://www.kristieknights.com/

Jul 26, 20181 hr

19 - Hella Awesome with Katie Quaill

This month, our lifelong friend Katie Quaill stops by and chats with us about yoga, living with an eating disorder, and California Love.

Jul 10, 201859 min

18 - Jump Onnit - with Dion Sekone-Fraser

This month we had the opportunity to interview Dion Sekone-Fraser! We talk about muay thai, mai tais and his journey from New Zealand, to Pittsburgh, to Portland and now Austin, TX.

Jun 12, 201848 min

17 - Fitness Is A Mother

The Broken To Barbell mother's stop by for Mother's Day to share some of their insights as mom's over the years, and we welcome back Sam from maternity leave!

May 21, 20181 hr

16 - Big Heavy Puzzle - Pittsburgh Fitness Project

This month, we drop by the Pittsburgh Fitness Project and talk with husband and wife, Tom & Maggie Duer. They tell us about their life, their fitness, and the things that keep them motivated. Learn about Olympic-style weightlifting and the Pittsburgh Fitness Project's beginnings. https://www.brokentobarbell.com/single-post/2018/04/23/Episode-16---Big-Heavy-Puzzle---Pittsburgh-Fitness-Project

Apr 23, 20181 hr 14 min

15 - Girls Who Powerlift with Ivy Knight

In this episode Ivy Knight drops in and we talk about what led her to create Girls Who Powerlift, how it is to own your own gym, social media and so much more! We also discuss Karly's very first powerlifting meet & finally we welcomed the newest member of Broken To Barbell baby Lutz! FIND US HERE: www.brokentobarbell.com Instagram: @brokentobarbell Facebook: Broken To Barbell Twitter: @brokentobarbell FOLLOW US: @Samanthalutz_ @karlykauf @tannerbrose THRIVE MARKET http://go.thrv.me/aff_c?off...

Apr 03, 20181 hr 11 min

14 - Lifehacking Pregnant Marathons and Amazon HQ2 with Beth Skwarecki

This month, we sit down with Lifehacker writer Beth Skwarecki! Beth runs the Vitals vertical of Lifehacker, covers tons of cool topics. Give her a listen, and even follow her on Twitter. @BethSkw FIND US HERE: www.brokentobarbell.com Facebook: Broken To Barbell Instagram: @brokentobarbell Twitter: @brokentobarbell FOLLOW US: @Samanthalutz_ @karlykauf @tannerbrose

Feb 26, 20181 hr 24 min

13 - From Dateline to Girl Power

This month, we invite our friend Markeea "Miss Keea" Hart onto the show to talk about being one with the universe, herself, and dateline! FIND US HERE: www.brokentobarbell.com Facebook: Broken To Barbell Instagram: @brokentobarbell Twitter: @brokentobarbell FOLLOW US: @misskeea @Samanthalutz_ @karlykauf @tannerbrose

Feb 04, 20181 hr 12 min

12 - On the Twelfth Day of Christmas

On the 12th Day of Christmas, my podcast gave to me.... We celebrate our one year anniversary and thank those who helped us in the last year. FIND US HERE: www.brokentobarbell.com Facebook: Broken To Barbell Instagram: @brokentobarbell Twitter: @brokentobarbell FOLLOW US: @Samanthalutz_ @karlykauf @tannerbrose

Dec 26, 201730 min

11 - Meal Prep

Today we interview friend Amanda Erstfeld and ask her all about meal prepping, gardening, and watching those macros! FIND US HERE: www.brokentobarbell.com Facebook: Broken To Barbell Instagram: @brokentobarbell Twitter: @brokentobarbell FOLLOW US: @amzam05 @Samanthalutz_ @karlykauf @tannerbrose

Dec 02, 20171 hr 9 min

10 - Stress

Today we discuss stress and what we do to get around it as best we can. Show notes link: https://www.brokentobarbell.com/single-post/2017/11/05/Episode-10---Show-Notes FIND US HERE: www.brokentobarbell.com Facebook: Broken To Barbell Instagram: @brokentobarbell Twitter: @brokentobarbell FOLLOW US: @Samanthalutz_ @karlykauf @tannerbrose

Nov 05, 201752 min

9 - Going Off The Rails

We talk about what we do to help us keep on our paths. Because let's be honest, we all fall off.

Oct 06, 201754 min

7 - Complaining about Fads

Today we decided to complain about all the fad diets and multi-level marketing schemes that constantly end up in our inboxes.

Aug 08, 201741 min

6 - Celli's Fitness Center

We sit down with the amazing people of Celli's Fitness Center. Ryan and Dana tell us a little bit about their gym, and we also talk to power lifter Cara Cable.

Jun 24, 20171 hr 1 min
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