Summary Ever been told to lose weight before you start working out? Or that carbs are bad, pain equals progress, or your age determines your results? You're not alone—and you're not wrong for questioning it. In this solo episode, Kelly busts 8 common fitness myths that are holding smart, capable women back from real results. These are the tips clients have heard from doctors, friends, or fitness influencers—and Kelly is here to set the record straight with humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom. G...
Jun 30, 2025•22 min•Ep. 248
🏞️ Episode Summary: Today’s episode is part inspiration, part hilarity, and all heart. Kelly sits down with Anastasia Allison—former park ranger, near-death-experience survivor, and the brilliant mind behind Kula Cloth, the revolutionary (and antimicrobial!) solution for anyone who’s ever squatted to pee in the wild. But that’s not all… Anastasia is also one half of The Musical Mountaineers, a backcountry concert duo that hikes into the mountains in formalwear carrying a piano and a violin. You...
Jun 26, 2025•32 min•Ep. 247
Quote from Renee & Kelly It’s never too late to start - but you want to start right away :) Kelly & Renee Episode Title: From Back Surgery to Bodybuilding at 73: Why It’s Never Too Late to Get Strong with Renee Landers How do you go from a walker to walking across a stage in a sparkly bikini—with confidence? You meet someone like Renee Landers. After back surgery in her late 50s, Renee didn’t just recover—she reinvented herself. Now, at 73, she’s competed in over a dozen bodybuilding sho...
Jun 23, 2025•32 min•Ep. 246
Let’s be real—how many times have you felt like you were “starting over” with your fitness, your consistency, or your goals? In this episode, I’m flipping that story. Because here’s the truth: you’re not starting over. You’re building on everything you’ve already done. You’ve got muscle memory, momentum, and lessons learned—and those things don’t just disappear. This one’s part pep talk, part strategy session, and all heart. I’m sharing exactly what to do when you feel stuck or frustrated, why p...
Jun 23, 2025•10 min•Ep. 245
I’m back—after six months away from the mic—and this episode couldn’t be more fitting. Whether you’ve taken a break, hit a setback, or you’re simply wondering how to finally start (or restart) something that matters… this conversation is for you. We’re talking about the real difference between starting small and starting big, and how to decide what’s actually going to work for you. Because both approaches are valid—but they serve different moments, mindsets, and energy levels. If you’ve ever ask...
Jun 23, 2025•24 min•Season 2Ep. 244
In this quick but episode, we dive into a critical topic: the art of saying no in order to prioritize what truly matters. As we enter the busy holiday season, it’s easy to get caught up in saying yes to everything, but that often comes at the expense of our own well-being. Kelly explores why we struggle to say no, shares actionable strategies to set boundaries, and explains how saying yes to ourselves creates a ripple effect of positivity. Key Takeawys 1. Why We Struggle to Say No - Being kindhe...
Dec 02, 2024•34 min•Ep. 243
The Secret Series - My Post-it Note Method for a Fun & Sustainable Routine Hey there! In this episode, I'm sharing one of my favorite (and simplest!) tools to keep fitness fresh and enjoyable: the good old Post-it Note. I’ve been working out consistently for years, and even with my love for routine, there are times when I need a little spark to stay excited and motivated. That's where my “Post-it Note Fitness Plan” comes in. Uninspired? Try this! If you've been feeling a bit uninspired with ...
Nov 25, 2024•41 min•Ep. 242
Welcome to today's quick yet impactful episode, where Kelly Howard shares her top 5 fitness consistency hacks—perfect for anyone juggling a busy life but ready to stay committed to their health and wellness goals. Whether you’re starting fresh or looking to strengthen your current routine, these strategies will help you plan smarter, stay motivated, and finally build trust with yourself. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Planning is Non-Negotiable Weekly plans and daily adjustments that set...
Nov 19, 2024•12 min•Ep. 241
In this candid episode, Kelly shares her unexpected summer RV adventure and the lessons she learned along the way. From navigating tiny kitchens and limited cell service to reflecting on life’s challenges and the importance of consistency, Kelly opens up about her journey. She also delivers a heartfelt “love letter” to her listeners, emphasizing resilience, positivity, and embracing fitness as a way of life. Get ready for a peek at upcoming episodes focused on boundaries, imperfect action, commu...
Nov 04, 2024•22 min•Ep. 240
Episode Summary Join us on the Fit is Freedom Podcast for a summer episode full of escapades: adventure, travel, and fitness! We explore the significance of taking a vacation, the excitement and challenges of RV travel, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while on the road. Kelly shares her personal journey and the upcoming summer plans that led to the decision to take a break from the podcast. Get The fitness consistency book that will change your life! Taking a Summer Break Kelly announces...
Jul 08, 2024•15 min•Ep. 239
Episode Summary This week on the Fit is Freedom Podcast, we’re going to be exploring something I haven’t really explored before…Alcohol. With our Sugar Freedom program, we discuss avoiding alcohol because of the sugar content. But we’ve never really done a deep-dive on alcohol. Today we’ll discuss its effects on our life, and how it can impact our health and fitness. I could think of no better person to walk us through this topic than Dr. Sherry Price! Through her podcast and platform, she dedic...
Jun 24, 2024•39 min•Ep. 238
Episode Summary Join us on this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast as we learn common fitness mistakes made by women, why strength training is so crucial and tips on how to get started if you are a weight lifting newbie! If you were to take a time machine back twenty years ago, all you would hear about in the women’s side of health and fitness would be cardio, cardio, cardio, diet, and cardio. For years, women have been fed misconceptions about how to obtain the ideal physique, feeling a relu...
Jun 17, 2024•32 min•Ep. 237
Episode Summary In this very special episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, Dr. Krause is going to be walking us through my most recent blood results! She’ll talk through what the different items mean, where they should be, what we can do to improve them, and so much more! Whenever we have our blood work done, no news is considered good news. If there’s nothing sticking out like a sore thumb, we just assume that everything is good to go. But, what if we looked at our blood work differently? What...
Jun 10, 2024•59 min•Ep. 236
Episode Summary On this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, I will walk you through some of my go-to and newly discovered supplements that have really moved the needle in my life. It will be a “Show and Tell” segment of sorts. Being in the health and fitness arena, I find myself to be a bit of a research nerd! While I am by no means a doctor, I love to deep dive into all sorts of articles from the National Institute of Health, learning new ways to improve my health. Of course, everyone is dif...
Jun 03, 2024•39 min•Ep. 235
Episode Summary If you’ve been curious about giving yoga a try, or if you’ve been a little intimidated by the “sport”, you should definitely join me for this one! As many of you may know, my mother was a yoga instructor for years and years. While it is a big part of my history, I hate to admit I don’t do it as often as I feel I should. Because of that, I thought it’d be great to have an expert on, giving us the ins and outs of yoga and how to get started! The expert I’m referring to is Nancy Mar...
May 27, 2024•34 min•Ep. 234
Episode Summary This summer, we are getting super fit! We’re changing things up, trying new things, and kick starting our health and fitness! If you’ve been around for a while, you know that I am all about making slow changes over time. I’m all about starting small and starting slow, creating consistency, and building a strong foundation to a fitter and healthier life! But sometimes, you just need to mix it up! I’ve had a lot of my listeners asking for more information about my new Superfit for ...
May 20, 2024•27 min•Ep. 233
What is the Most Important Habit for Fitness? As the Fitness Summit interview wrapped up, the Host tossed out one more question my way; “Kelly, what do you think is the most important fitness habit someone can have?” I’m sure she was expecting me to answer something like; fitness consistency, doing things you love, moving every day. The stuff that I always talk about. Get The fitness consistency book that will change your life! I wasn't expecting this question so I paused for a second and though...
May 13, 2024•26 min•Ep. 232
In this episode, I’ll share a client’s story who has been with me for THREE YEARS! This is the fourth installment of my mini series where I share REAL results from REAL Fit is Freedom members. Journey to Reaching Your Goals: A Client’s Story 4 Is three years too long to go from flabby and unmotivated to having your Pilates instructor stop in front of you and say: "You have killer arms"? Yes, three years feels like such a long time, but time flies when your life is rocking! But, it wasn’t always ...
May 06, 2024•13 min•Ep. 231
In this episode, I’ll be walking you through a client’s story who has been with me for TWO YEARS! The first episode in this series shared a client’s successes who has only been with me three months. The second episode shared a client of 6 months. This is the third installment of my mini series where I share REAL results from REAL Fit is Freedom members. I’ll show you, the viewers, what to expect (and how long it will take) when you embark on your own health and fitness journeys! Journey to Reach...
Apr 29, 2024•24 min•Ep. 230
This is the second installment of a mini series of the Fit is Freedom Podcast in which I share REAL stories from REAL Fit is Freedom members! In the first installment, I shared about a client’s 3 month journey. For this episode, I’ll be walking you through a member who has been with me for about 6 months and taking a deep dive on her trials and successes along the way! Journey to Reaching Your Goals: A Client’s Story 2 This particular client came to me at a time when her life felt like it was qu...
Apr 22, 2024•18 min•Ep. 229
I’ve decided to start a new mini series of episodes on the Fit is Freedom Podcast that are REAL stories from REAL Fit is Freedom members and how their journeys have fared. In this first installment, I’ll be sharing about a recent client who joined me about three months ago. After regaining 100 pounds and losing a great deal of her vibrancy with lots of unexpected life events, I share what she has been able to accomplish in just three short months! If I had a nickel for everytime I was asked, “Ho...
Apr 15, 2024•25 min•Ep. 228
This week on the podcast, I’m going to be sharing why I have found adventure a crucial part of my clients’ and my own personal journeys to happiness and health. I’ll be discussing what adventure means, my three big reasons why you should be doing it, and three action tips to getting the “adventurous” ball rolling, so to speak! Every week you tune into the Fit is Freedom Podcast, you’ll hear me mentioning “a touch of adventure” as part of the journey to health and wellness. But, why is adventure ...
Apr 08, 2024•37 min•Ep. 227
On this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, I am elated to be joined by Allison Jackson, author, podcaster, and health/wellness guru extraordinaire, who is going to walk us through how to handle health and wellness while struggling. She’s also going to leave us with her three big tips for wellness that are simple and easily-implementable! Have you ever wondered what happens to your health and fitness goals when your life is derailed? Typically, we set these aspirational goals when things are ...
Apr 01, 2024•29 min•Ep. 226
Navigating your menopause journey can be scary. There are a lot of horror stories out there, and quite frankly, not a lot of research-backed information. Thankfully, we have Zora Benhamou joining us this week. Zora the Explorer, as I affectionately call her, is joining us this week on the Fit is Freedom Podcast to educate us more on how we can make the best of our inevitable menopause experience, biohacking our way to health and strength well beyond all of the big changes. All About Zora Zora Be...
Mar 25, 2024•54 min•Ep. 225
Have you ever felt sandwiched between motherhood and being a caregiver for an elderly parent? If so, you are not alone! As a matter of fact, a staggering number of women find themselves in this very predicament at one point or another in their lives. It’s challenging to say the least. On this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, I am thrilled to be joined by Laurie James, somatic relationship coach, author of Sandwiched , and host of the “ Confessions of a Free Bird ” Podcast. She will be walk...
Mar 18, 2024•46 min•Ep. 224
In this episode, I will walk you through… Why hydration is important Reasons you probably need more water Tips to drinking more water Advice on electrolytes Consider this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast as a PSA of sorts! With spring and warmer weather right around the corner, your hydration needs are about to shift. It’s crucial to both your health and your fitness to make sure you are hydrating properly! Hydration is so incredibly important and if you are in need of a refresher, motivato...
Mar 11, 2024•23 min•Ep. 223
Kelly and Kate Champion are joining forces again for another exciting K & K Chat! In this particular episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, they will be answering any and all of your questions about the Women’s Wellness Expo in Houston! All About the Women’s Wellness Expo in Houston The Idea One day, Kate was working out in her basement when a vision emerged so vividly that she had to stop the rower. She envisioned a wellness event where women could come together as a big community to learn ...
Mar 04, 2024•16 min•Ep. 222
In this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, which is part two of my three-part series, I will be walking you through the Blue Zones True Vitality Test . I will share my results and give my opinions on its quality and findings! Get The fitness consistency book that will change your life! Ever since that Netflix documentary came out, I feel like everyone is talking about the Blue Zones! Of course, it’s very interesting, and as someone who values health and fitness, I’ve created a series of podc...
Feb 26, 2024•32 min•Ep. 221
Episode Summary On this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast, we are joined by my new friend, the incredible Philip Pape. As a physique engineer who focuses on strength training and evidence-based nutrition, he has dedicated his life to helping others optimize their metabolism and health without feeling restricted. In this episode, Philip and I will discuss a variety of health and fitness related topics that include… Importance of Strength Training Diets Supplements Staying Healthy While Travel...
Feb 19, 2024•36 min•Ep. 220
This is the first episode in a three-part series that takes a deep dive into the Blue Zones. If you haven’t heard of the Blue Zones, they are particular regions around the world where people tend to live longer than average. Many researchers have studied these areas, and as someone who dedicates so much time to health and fitness, I find myself completely fascinated! Join me on this episode of the Fit is Freedom Podcast as I explore the big trends of how people in the Blue Zones live and share h...
Feb 12, 2024•34 min•Ep. 219
