Dealing with Mom Guilt is real for many busy women. This podcast is an audio re-creation of an article I wrote for Velonews via their Active Pass subscription service. I got to interview some very successful cycling moms whom I admire like Rose Grant, Larissa Connors, Laura King, and Jennifer Smith. Dealing with mom guilt and trying to balance cycling (or being an athlete), self-care, spending time with your baby, child, or children, working, and having relationships is hard. Realizing that prio...
Dec 04, 2020•14 min
Finding your strong isn't always easy, but if you're familiar with SWAP Coaches David and Megan Roche, you are probably familiar with their infectious optimism. David and Megan are both coaches of their company, SWAP- Some Work, All Play that David founded in 2013. The powerhouse couple coaches some of the top trail runners and obstacle course athletes in the world. Their coaching speaks for itself with over 17 US National Championships won, athlete appearances on Team USA 14 Times, Spartan Worl...
Nov 27, 2020•1 hr 1 min
The ultimate resource for plant-based nutrition for children and teens is here! Brenda Davis is one of the top authorities and dietitians in plant-based nutrition. She is the author of 11 books including the incredibly comprehensive book, Becoming Vegan and is the co-author of the new book, Nourish : The Definitive Plant-Based Nutrition Guide for Families along with Reshma Shah, MD. Brenda is one of the world's leading plant-based dietitians and an expert in reducing the world's Type II Diabetes...
Nov 20, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Hannah Grant has had a fascinating life. From joining the navy in search of discipline to working at the #1 ranked restaurant in the world , and to being a professional chef for Tour de France Cycling teams and even the Dakar Rally- Hannah has some stories. She also has an incredible reservoir for handling high-pressure environments and unshakeable self-belief. While stirring a 200-gallon drum of goop in the middle of the Arctic Ocean while in the navy, she had an epiphany: I'm going to go to Ch...
Nov 12, 2020•51 min
This episode is about the tools to help you navigate uncertainty in your life, regardless of where you are on the political spectrum. These tools are helpful in any situation. 1. Control the controllables (and sometimes we think we are doing that by searching for even more information) 2. Self-care in the form of self-restoration 3. Mindfulness practice, sitting with discomfort 4. Looking for humanity 5. Practicing self-compassion -------------- The Grow the Good Podcast is produced by Palm Tree...
Nov 06, 2020•13 min
“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does the evidence of your new identity.” James Clear is an expert in behavior change. He is the author of the New York Times Bestseller, Atomic Habits , and it's sold more than 1 million copies! I first discovered James Clear many years ago when he started publishing articles on in his website and sending out a fantastic newsletter than now has...
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Sometimes it's hard to say what you mean. Oren Jay Sofer says, "Communication is a learnable skill and it’s one of the most powerful levers for making change in your life and the world." Non-violent communication is about taking responsibility for what we are experiencing using empathy, deep listening, know how to make requests. Author and renowned meditation instructor Oren Jay Sofer regularly teaches a mindful approach to non-violent communication. spent two and a half years of living as an An...
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr
Hannah Ross has researched and documented the revolutionary potential of the bicycle. Her book, Revolutions: How Women Changed the World on Two Wheels is a chronicle about the history of the bike how over the last 130 years, it has helped women change history. From the evolution of the design of bikes to the importance of the bicycle in the women’s suffragette movement, to even the Black Lives Matter movement, the bike has been a cornerstone throughout our history. We didn't have time to get int...
Oct 16, 2020•56 min
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a training schedule is going post-partum, the mental and emotional pieces too. I'll tell you what it's really like and hopefully give you some nuggets you can apply to your own lives as well. This podcast is supported by Wahoo Fitness who has been a great partner during my journey as a pregnant athlete and new mom! My husband, Matt Ewonus ha...
Oct 08, 2020•46 min
Have you ever thought about sports psychology and how to communicate with your kids as a parent and/or youth coach? First of all, most youth coaches are volunteers. It's so great that many people generously spend their time developing children as athletes and in team environments. However, as a listener of this show, you know I'm passionate about the impact of the words we use- the things we say to ourselves and to others. As a new mom, I'm really interested in learning how to communicate with k...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr
Stu Massengill has infectious positive energy. That makes sense because he is a National Trainer for Tony Robbins, podcast host of his show Finding Direction, and a speaker. After building a massive business with his networking skills, Stu set off to travel the world, only to get diagnosed with testicular cancer at the age of 24. His pursuit of personal development helped him stay positive and his ability to build connection eventually enabled him to meet Tony Robbins. Now, he shares his actiona...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 3 min
If you pay attention to mobility for peak performance then you've probably heard of Kelly Starrett from The Ready State (formerly MobilityWOD). Kelly is a wealth of knowledge. He has spent over 10,000 hours as a movement and mobility coach for players in the NFL, MLB, NHL, and NBA, Olympic gold medalists, and other world-class athletes. He is also a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Kelly is also the author of several books including the NYT bestseller Becoming a Supple Leopard: The Ultimate Guide to ...
Sep 17, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Find your purpose! How many times have we heard someone utter those words. The idea of purpose can be huge and intimidating. It's open-ended and it sometimes feels overwhelming because it sounds definitive. Well, Misty Sansom has spent years dedicating herself to helping others find their purpose so that they can feel more fulfilled. In this episode, we talked about how you can find your purpose, and surprisingly- your purpose doesn't have to be your job. Alternatively, Misty does help people tu...
Sep 10, 2020•52 min
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a training schedule is going post-partum, the mental and emotional pieces too. I'll tell you what it's really like and hopefully give you some nuggets you can apply to your own lives as well. This podcast is supported by Wahoo Fitness who has been a great partner during my journey as a pregnant athlete and new mom! My husband, Matt Ewonus ha...
Sep 03, 2020•39 min
Doug Evans and sprouts have a few things in common. They are both super healthy and both contain an incredible amount of potential energy. Doug has used his energy for so many incredible life projects- from building incredible businesses in the health space to becoming an author about one of the most impactful nutritional powerhouses on the planet: the power of Sprouts. Many of us are interested in harnessing the benefits of eating more plants and I have a secret for you- sprouts are about as nu...
Aug 28, 2020•1 hr 9 min
"You can train three things: your craft, your body, and your mind." That's something you'll frequently hear from world-renowned high-performance psychologist, Dr. Michael Gervais. I'm really excited about having him on the show because he is one of my personal heroes in the arena of mindset and psychology. He frequently talks about the importance of self-discovery and our own inner lives, being aware of and training our inner narrative, and the power of vulnerability. Over the course of 20 years...
Aug 20, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Infectious positivity, inspirational curiousity, humor, and you Stephen Ritz is a South Bronx educator who believes that students should not have to leave their community to live, learn, and earn in a better one. An internationally acclaimed award-winning educator, Stephen is the author of the best-selling book, The Power Of A Plant , and founder of Green Bronx Machine . Known as “America’s Favorite Teacher,” Stephen is responsible for creating the first edible classroom in the world, which he h...
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a training schedule is going post-partum, the mental and emotional pieces too. I'll tell you what it's really like and hopefully give you some nuggets you can apply to your own lives as well. This podcast is supported by Wahoo Fitness who has been a great partner during my journey as a pregnant athlete and new mom! I wanted to bring my husba...
Aug 07, 2020•54 min
One of my favorite sayings is that limits live in our minds. Today's guest is all about helping people confront and overcome their own limiting beliefs by helping them understand what lens they are choosing to see the world. Rob Scott has had a very interesting life from being homeless with substance-abuse problems, to getting back on track and having a great career, to riding the roller coaster of a cancer diagnosis. What's Rob up to now? He is a personal development coach, hosts his own Master...
Jul 31, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Alison Tierney is a registered dietitian and board-certified in oncology nutrition and started her business, Wholesome LLC in 2015. After developing an oncology nutrition program at a local academic cancer center, Alison pursued Wholesome exclusively as her business and client base continued to grow and increase in demand. Her passion for nutrition and healthy lifestyle is obvious in her work, her care for her clients, and her desire to always keep learning. Although Alison is board-certified in...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr
Jen Hudak is an American freeski athlete specializing in halfpipe skiing. She is a 2-time world champion, 5-time X-Games medalist and 4-time national champion. In 2010, she won nearly every competition there was: X-Games, US Open, World Ski Invitational, Dew Tour, and US Nationals, to name a few. But one contest eluded her: The Olympics. She had a vision that halfpipe skiing would be an Olympic sport and served as a proud advocate for the sport over her 13-year professional ski career. With the ...
Jul 16, 2020•1 hr 11 min
Dr. Michael Greger is on a mission to give people information on how to live their healthiest lives. The obesity pandemic in North America and globally is quickly escalating and Dr. Greger hs the most comprehensive book on evidence-based weight loss, the psychology behind our interpretation of how many calories are in food, and the danger of quick fixes like weight loss surgeries and diet pills. He also has the healthiest and easiest foods to add to your diet to help burn more fat. "It turns out...
Jul 10, 2020•35 min
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a training schedule is going post-partum, the mental and emotional pieces too. I'll tell you what it's really like and hopefully give you some nuggets you can apply to your own lives as well. This podcast is supported by Wahoo Fitness who have been a great partner during my journey as a pregnant athlete and new mom! I wanted to bring my husb...
Jul 02, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Alison Desir and Amir Figueroa are on a mission for social change. The two individually found their love of running – Amir’s father died of HIV when Amir was 4 and Alison was struggling with depression and some very hard life challenges with a bad break-up and a very sick father. And from there, they found running through seeing others lead by example. Amir saw a friend with HIV walk a marathon and raise money for Harlem United. Alison saw a friend on social media who was a black man training fo...
Jun 25, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Katerina Nash is a timeless force in the sport of cycling. Not only is she a 2x Olympian in Mountain Biking, but she also has been to the Olympics twice for cross-country ski racing in 1998 and 2002. Her first Olympics was a the age of 17 and again in London 2012 and Rio 2016. Originally from the Czech Republic, Katerina moved to the U.S. in 2000 on a college scholarship for cross-country ski racing. Katerina has proven to be among the world’s most versatile and enduring athletes, showing the wo...
Jun 18, 2020•1 hr
Ayesha McGowan is the first African American female Professional Cyclist, riding for Liv Cycling . She's on a mission to advocate for representation and is an inspiration for the next generation of African American female cyclists. Her bicycle has been a tool to not only help her accomplish her dreams, but as a vehicle for storytelling and social change. Ayesha noticed that our sport of competitive cycling was being represented in the media by white men and she took action. Her tagline is "Repre...
Jun 11, 2020•49 min
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a training schedule is going post-partum, the mental and emotional pieces too. I'll tell you what it's really like and hopefully give you some nuggets you can apply to your own lives as well. This podcast is supported by Wahoo Fitness who have been a great partner during my journey as a pregnant athlete and new mom! If aren't an audio fan an...
Jun 01, 2020•7 min
I'm pretty excited about today's guest. The best thing about podcasting is I get to learn even more about a person's story, even when they are a friend! I first met David Swain when we connected over Prokit. Prokit celebrates adventurers and the athletic experience, whether you’re just getting started or breaking world records. The platform is designed to help cut through the noise, learn from the best, and find the community you need to reach your potential. David Swain is the co-founder of Pro...
May 28, 2020•1 hr 5 min
39 trillion. That is approximately how many bacteria that are living in your gut. Guess what feeds them? You. Everything you eat is either a step towards better health or a strike against it. If you want gut flora that help balance your hormones, reduce your chances of cancer, reverse Type 2 Diabetes, prevent neuropsychiatric conditions like ADHD, Alzheimers, and depression, then you need to eat fiber. Yes! Fiber is about so much more than pooping regularly. So how do you make sure you have a he...
May 21, 2020•1 hr 7 min
I really enjoy public speaking and have had the honor to give keynote speeches on the topics of positive psychology, motivation and habits, nutrition and even cycling-specific talks at business, leadership, tech, and nutrition conferences. One of my favorite stories to include is an old Cherokee parable. I wanted to share it with you because it embodies the power of our perspective. Perspective and choosing what stories to tell ourselves and how we interpret daily events and emotions is one of t...
May 14, 2020•9 min
