Kenzie Riley is a CrossFit Games veteran who recently competed at the Games at 1 year postpartum. Her perspective on training and making it back to the Games is not what you’d expect, and is a message + approach that can resonate with athletes of all backgrounds and abilities. ***** Looking for a workout program designed specifically for each week of pregnancy? Check out The Pregnant Athlete Training Program ---> briannabattles.com/pregnant-athlete Want to get certified to coach others throug...
Sep 06, 2021•47 min•Ep. 48
This is my 6 month post explant. Removing my breast implants was a great choice for my body and I share what my recovery experience has been like and what I’m feeling like now! Make sure you also listen to episodes 32 and 33 for context about my choice for getting them in, and my choices and symptoms that led to getting them removed. ***** Looking for a workout program designed specifically for each week of pregnancy? Check out The Pregnant Athlete Training Program ---> briannabattles.com/pre...
May 17, 2021•20 min•Ep. 47
Meg (aka @megaquats on IG), is a well known coach and athlete in the fitness industry and is now navigating pregnancy! We talked about her training, mindset and overall approach to this different season in her lifetime of athleticism. ***** Looking for a workout program designed specifically for each week of pregnancy? Check out The Pregnant Athlete Training Program ---> briannabattles.com/pregnant-athlete Want to get certified to coach others through pregnancy or postpartum (or just learn mo...
May 10, 2021•27 min•Ep. 46
Your athleticism does not end when motherhood begins. This is a central theme to my business, and also how I have been able to connect with so many pregnant and postpartum athletes and those who coach them. In this episode, I talk about navigating pregnancy, postpartum, training and how the shift in identity, routine, expectations and ability can be really challenging! It’s not about going back, it’s about moving forward and embracing your evolving athleticism and identity. **** Enrollment for P...
Apr 26, 2021•17 min•Ep. 45
Jill Coleman is a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach turned business mentor for thousands of fitness professionals over the last decade. On this episode we talked about what we wish fitness industry people knew when starting an online business, and tips on making it work long term. We shared honest experiences and perspectives gained, plus the variables that come up when sharing online. Learn more about Jill here: http://jillfit.com/ *** Sign up for the FREE coaching workshop happeni...
Apr 19, 2021•42 min•Ep. 44
Emily King is a Figure champion, coach, registered nurse, and mum to be from Australia. She is currently pregnant and in this episode we talk about navigating body image, especially coming from an aesthetically driven sport and exercise + nutrition regimen. You will appreciate her honestly and perspective on this topic, as it is something so many of us can relate to at different levels *** Sign up for the FREE coaching workshop happening on April 20th (5pm PST). briannabattles.com/workshop Want ...
Apr 12, 2021•30 min•Ep. 43
Miranda “Danger” Granger is a UFC fighter, and now, a pregnant athlete who I’m getting to coach through her pregnancy and return to the octagon postpartum. She is one of our athlete brand ambassadors, so we will be following her through this season in her athleticism. This episode introduces her, and talks about her pregnancy, struggles, goals and overall approach. I think she will become your new (or first ever?) favorite UFC fighter. *** Interested in the pregnancy program Miranda is following...
Apr 05, 2021•32 min•Ep. 42
Jasmine Shea (@jazzythings on IG) shares her experience with trying to conceive and what her fertility + pregnancy process has been like so far! She shared a lot of personal information to help others have insight on what actually happens and all the emotions experienced. I’m so thankful for her openness and willingness to walk us through an experience that SO many people can relate to. This episode sponsored by: Iconic grass-fed protein drinks....
Mar 29, 2021•44 min•Ep. 41
Alicia McKenzie is a mom, athlete, entrepreneur and all around badass. On this episode, we talked about her finding CrossFit in the early days of CrossFit, and getting pregnant a few times during her time as a competitor. She now considers herself a fitness generalist and has been able to evolve her relationship and approach with fitness to complement the season of life she’s in and wants to be in. She helps others so the same. Check out her work here: https://www.liftlikeamother.com/ instagram....
Mar 22, 2021•28 min•Ep. 40
Michelle Thibeau is a mother, Army Special Operations veteran, data scientist, and a Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach. We discussed the culture and challenges of being a pregnant and postpartum tactical athlete and how to navigate that process while prioritizing service, duty, health and fitness as it relates to becoming a mother. We are thankful for her expertise and perspective and we know this information is transferable to all tactical athletes who serve their country and communi...
Mar 15, 2021•30 min•Ep. 39
Carrie Pagliano is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist who specializes in working with athletes. On this episode, we talk about returning to running postpartum and what coaches and practitioners can do to support our runners. This episode will help clarify the behaviors, symptoms and misconceptions many athletes and practitioners have about running and give practical guidance that can be implemented! Learn more about Carrie at: @carriepagliano https://tap.bio/@carriepagliano/cards/231311 This epis...
Mar 08, 2021•35 min•Ep. 38
Alysia Montano is an Olympian, mom and co founder of &Mother Org. We talked about her career as a professional athlete, having babies while competing, and navigating the demands of both performance and motherhood. From how she manages time, to how she managed her diastasis rehab to her eventual choice to have surgical repair, we cover the spectrum of experiences she has had on and off the track that have ultimately led her to help so many others through the organization she co-founded, &...
Feb 22, 2021•51 min•Ep. 37
On today's episode, I interviewed Michaela North (you may know her at @hungryfitness on IG). She is a coach, athlete, mom of 4 and has navigated competing through motherhood, rehabbing her diastasis and ultimately choosing abdominoplasty surgery. We talked about competing and what rehabbing a diastasis after twins and 2 additional pregnancies was like, and how the fitness culture has evolved for athlete moms. We hope this episode is super relatable and helpful for those in the trenches of pregna...
Feb 15, 2021•52 min•Ep. 36
I interviewed Lisa Ryan, a coach and high-level athlete who rehabbed a significant diastasis (was able to do muscle ups and lift heavy etc), yet ultimately chose abdominoplasty surgery to improve both the aesthetic and tension of her midline. We discuss a lot of what we both expected, and what we were surprised about. This episode is a full disclosure of the good, the bad and the ugly that we wish everyone knew before choosing surgery. This combines both our personal experience and coaching prof...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 35
Having an abdominoplasty is a significant choice, and it’s typically multifaceted. Unfortunately there is a LOT of misunderstanding around the choice and/or circumstance to get one, and even more stigma and shame. On this episode, I’m sharing what circumstances led me to have this surgery in February of 2019, and what struggles I experienced prior and after. This episode provides context for the many considerations that influenced my choice, as well as what to consider before getting abdominopla...
Feb 01, 2021•30 min•Ep. 34
Some of the most common questions I’ve been asked since sharing that I had my breast implants removed 2.5 months ago is, “what is recovery like?” ”How do you feel?” “How was returning to exercise?” I cover these questions and themes in this episode. There’s a lot of fear around surgery because of the recovery process. It can be intimidating and hard to know what to expect, from the early weeks (navigating wound care and swelling), to easing back into exercise strategically, knowing what to watch...
Jan 25, 2021•44 min•Ep. 33
I’m starting off 2021 with a confession! I had my breast implants removed in November 2020. I know I’m not alone in this choice and experiences that have accompanied the decision to get them (and get them out less than 2 years later). I hope this episode helps continue a conversation around advocating for yourself, regardless of the circumstance! In this weeks episode, I hope to have an honest conversation, to take away the shame and/or stigma surrounding this, and instead shine light on a very ...
Jan 11, 2021•38 min
It's hard to know what information to believe when it comes to your skin and hair because of all the BS that gets shared on social media (just like the Fitness industry, honestly.) I asked board-certified dermatologist Dr. Samantha Ellis to come on the show to break down what we need to know about taking care of our skin and hair. Whether you're low maintenance or not, Dr. Sam shares how you can take great care of your skin and hair without investing a lot of money or time. We talk about everyth...
Dec 14, 2020•57 min•Ep. 31
Vanessa felt like if she COULD, then she SHOULD when it came to pushing herself in the gym while pregnant. She felt the pressure to be a "healthy role model" in her gym during pregnancy and postpartum even though she was tired, really tired. In this episode, Vanessa Long shares her journey through motherhood (so far) as an athlete with athlete brain. We hope that by having this conversation, we can help you navigate these periods of evolution with more grace, empathy, and acceptance. You won't w...
Dec 07, 2020•42 min•Ep. 30
Have you trained or worked with a dancer before? Maybe you have, maybe you haven't but knowing this special population is important if you're a coach. In this episode I am chatting with physical therapist Danelle Dickson who works extensively with dancers. Danelle shares what is unique about working with dancers, why they don't seek help as quickly as other athletes, and how you can best connect with them as a practitioner. Head over to instagram to continue this conversation with Danelle ( @3pt...
Nov 23, 2020•44 min•Ep. 29
I'm sitting down with my mom in this episode to talk about her experience raising my sister and I as a single mom. We sat on my couch and talked through what life was like growing up with my dad as a drug addict, how my mom decided to divorce him, and what life has looked like since then. My mom, Sharon, also shares how she started working out in her 50s and what Crossfit has done for her. This is a super casual conversation but one that I hope resonates with you. You aren't alone in what you're...
Nov 09, 2020•55 min•Ep. 28
Have you asked yourself the question, "Why didn't anyone tell me about THIS?" when it came to pregnancy and postpartum? Menopause carries similar sentiments and that's why I am talking to my friend, Amanda Thebe, about menopause in this episode. We are talking about the many changes women go through during menopause, how we can be proactive and more from Amanda's book, Menopocalypse . Menopause may seem far away but perimenopause can begin in your late 30s and early 40s which is not far away for...
Oct 26, 2020•47 min•Ep. 27
Leaders have been tested this year and in order to be successful in our leadership roles (as coaches, as moms, as athletes) we must be adaptable. In this episode I am sharing how 5 leadership strategies that actually create influence. These are strategies that I use in my business to show up for my audience as a leader with integrity. We are covering why personal and professional boundaries are important more than ever, how to trust yourself as a leader, why it's important to be likeable, and ho...
Oct 19, 2020•25 min•Ep. 26
When I was in the trenches of being pregnant and postpartum, I couldn't find any relatable information for someone like me who wanted to continue pursing fitness. I knew I wasn't the only woman like me and from that place, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism started! In this episode, my friend and colleague, Heather Osby, is interviewing me on what that period of time was like and how the brand Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism was created. Heather asks all the uncomfortable questions ab...
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 25
Athlete brain can help us and it can present roadblocks in our lives if we don't know how to leverage it. In this episode I am chatting with my friend and fellow Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach, Carla Nunes da Costa, about how she has leveraged athlete brain in her personal and professional life. Carla and I talk through our experiences with athlete brain and being competitive in all things, how to get through hardship, and why it can be a struggle to be still if you have athlete brai...
Sep 28, 2020•48 min•Ep. 24
We're diving deep into everything that is taboo when it comes to women's bodies in this episode with Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Juan Michelle Martin. You guys tell me often how you are confused with what your body is doing and aren't sure what is considered "normal" or not. I hope that episode connects you to resources and answers some of your questions on your own body. If you're a postpartum athlete wondering, what next? What does my return to fitness look like? Check out my free downlo...
Sep 14, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 23
This is the conversation you need to hear if you're looking for balance with food, training, and motherhood. I am chatting with my friends, Jen & Annie of Balance365 about dieting versus a healthy lifestyle and how our relationship with food and training influences us as moms. Jen & Annie do a great job at sharing how we can adapt to different seasons of life, why restricting what we eat doesn't work, and how we can influence are children's relationship with food in a positive way. Head ...
Aug 31, 2020•55 min•Ep. 22
How do you pivot from coaching or being a practitioner to serving the online world with your message? In this episode, Dr. Shanté Cofield, physical therapist turned online business coach shares how she did exactly that. We cover how to take the leap into serving people online, what practice Shante attributes to her own success, and her tips on putting content out for your audience. If you're considering taking your message online so you can help more people - don't miss this episode! Head over t...
Aug 17, 2020•47 min•Ep. 21
This week my second son, Chance, turns 3 and in celebration of that I decided to record this episode for you on the decision and journey to have him. This is a very vulnerable episode that wasn't easy for me to record but I believe it's an important topic to discuss. Themes I cover are why the decision to have a second baby was so hard for me, what I considered before making that decision with my husband, and what the birth experience ended up being like. If you haven't listened to episode 1 whe...
Aug 03, 2020•36 min•Ep. 20
Experiencing pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood as an athlete with athlete brain is really unlike anything else. In this episode I am talking about what athlete brain is and how we can use it to our advantage as we experience the life changes that occur through pregnancy and beyond. Understanding how I was experiencing things differently because of my athlete brain was the driving force of starting Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism. Now I use my understanding of it to coach coaches and pra...
Jul 20, 2020•28 min•Ep. 19
