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Steady Through the Season: How to Stay Grounded, Steady, and Kind to Yourself with Sarah Dewey
In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Dewey, former show rider and thoroughbred jockey, NASM certified personal trainer, certified health and wellness coach, 200hr + Yin yoga teacher, dog mom, and all-around...
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Wellness Without The Pressure
We’ve been told wellness is all about routines, green smoothies, workouts, and optimization. But what if it doesn’t have to be that way? In this episode, I’m stepping back from the rules and the pressure to explore...
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Breaking the Cycle of Self-Sabotage with Albert Bramante
In this episode, performance coach and psychologist Albert Bramante joins me to unpack why we self-sabotage, especially when we’re close to our goals, and how to build lasting resilience instead of relying on...
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Cardio vs. Weights: The Truth About Fat Loss, Muscle, and the Burn
I’m answering one of the most popular fitness questions: Is cardio or strength training better for you? If you’ve been fixating on how many calories you burn during a workout and your progress has stalled, this...
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Movement is Medicine: Dance, Healing & Cross-Cultural Connection with Krystal Bates
Movement is medicine — and Krystal Bates brings that truth to life in this conversation. A professional dancer and movement coach, Krystal shares her experience recovering from spinal surgery and how returning to...
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When ‘Change Your Mindset’ Isn’t Enough
You’ve probably heard it: “Change your mindset, change your life.” But what if you’ve tried that… and it didn’t work?
In this episode, I’m diving into why mindset work doesn’t always land. I'm here to share the...
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Stop Starting Over: Consistency is the Real Glow Up
This week, I’m celebrating one full year of podcasting — and let me tell you, the biggest lesson I’ve learned isn’t about downloads or fancy equipment… it’s about consistency.
In this reflective and informative solo...
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How Acupuncture Supports Mind-Body Healing, Energy Flow & Physical Health with Dr. Jonathan Pyndus
In this episode, I sit down with my acupuncturist, Dr. Jonathan Pyndus, to talk about the incredible role acupuncture can play in supporting mind-body healing, energy flow, and physical health.
I began seeing Dr. Jon...
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Optimize Your Workouts with Rest & Recovery
We're diving into the science of rest and recovery and why it's a non-negotiable part of any sustainable fitness plan. If you're stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset or feeling burnt out from overtraining, this...
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Peeling Back the Layers of Holistic Health with Coach Lee Grigsby
I sat down with a friend, fellow coach, and personal trainer for a raw, honest conversation about what it really takes to build sustainable health — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. We get personal...
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Breaking Habit Loops with Eating and Exercise
Why is it so hard to change our patterns—especially when it comes to food and movement?
In this episode of Carissa Explains It All, we’re diving deep into the concept of habit loops and the often uncomfortable—but...
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Don't Just Manifest It - Map It Out
Ever wonder why it’s so hard to follow through on your goals—even when you really want them? In this episode, Carissa breaks down why "just staying motivated" isn't enough and how to finally close the gap between...
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