The Practice Brave Podcast

225: Motherhood, Military Service, and the Olympic Podium: Jasmine Jones' Journey to a 2026 Bronze Medal

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sat down with Jasmine Jones, a 2026 Winter Olympics bobsled medalist, mother, and military service member whose journey to the podi...

224: P&PA Coach Spotlight: Ashton Koehlmoos

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I sat down with Ashton Koehlmoos — pregnancy and postpartum athleticism coach, former collegiate athlete, and mom — to talk ab...

223: Shanna Birchett on Running with Baby #7 (and a sub 3 marathon at 16 weeks!)

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Shanna Birchett, a dedicated runner and mother of six, who is navigating the unique challen...

222: US Olympian Sarah Newberry Moore on Navigating Change, Identity, and Long-Term Athleticism

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I sit down with Sarah Newberry Moore, a U.S. Olympian in Sailing, for an honest conversation about navigating change, both in spor...

221: Redefining Athlete Identity Through Different Seasons of Life with Kristi O'Connell

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Kristi O'Connell to explore what it really means to have an "athlete brain" and how that identity evolves over time....

220: Motherhood, Identity, and Longevity in Sport with Annie Thorisdottir & Katrin Davidsdottir

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with longtime friends and CrossFit athletes Annie Thorisdottir and Katrin Davidsdottir to talk honestly about their journ...

219: Not Fragile, Not Invincible: Adaptable Coaching for the Pregnant & Postpartum Athlete

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I unpack a conversation that's been building for over a decade—one sparked by a recent post that stirred both strong agreemen...

218: Reclaiming Strength, Identity, and Confidence Through Motherhood with Julie Snodgrass

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Julie to talk about the evolving relationship women have with their bodies, strength, and identity through pregnancy,...

217: A Simple Reset for a New Year: Rebuilding Rhythm as an Athlete Mom

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I share what this current season of life looks like for me and how I'm resetting after a busy and disruptive stretch. Between gr...

216: Building a Jiu Jitsu Community from the Ground Up: Battles Jiu Jitsu Opening Jan 2026

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with my husband, Jared Battles, to share the story behind our newest chapter together: opening Battles Jiu Jitsu. We refle...

215: Programming, Longevity & The Art of Training with Jason Brown

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with strength and conditioning coach Jason Brown to talk about what truly matters in training—for both athletes and coac...

214: Birth Trauma, Survival, and the Power of Community with Kayleigh Summers

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Kayleigh Summers, a perinatal trauma therapist and the voice behind The Birth Trauma Mama. Kayleigh shares her power...

213: You Asked, We Answered: AMA with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Mindy English, DPT

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined once again by my good friend and collaborator, Mindy English — a pelvic floor physical therapist here in Eagle, Idaho, ...

212: Olympian Hannah Miley on Motherhood, Identity, and Returning to Sport

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Olympian swimmer Hannah Miley about her transition into motherhood and what it's been like navigating a return to swimmin...

211: Constipation and the Pelvic Floor: What You Need to Know with Mindy English, Orthopedic & Pelvic Health PT

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down again with Mindy English, Orthopedic & Pelvic Health PT with a background in sports and orthopedics based here in Eagle, I...

210: Arielle Loewen is Pretty Strong for a Mom: Her Story from Pregnancy to Podium

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with CrossFit athlete Arielle Loewen about what it really looks like to balance motherhood and athleticism. Arielle shares her...

209: Building Resilience in the Fitness Industry with Jordan Syatt

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sat down with Jordan Syatt to talk about his journey from wrestling as a kid to becoming a successful coach and entrepreneur. We d...

208: Adaptability, Motherhood, and Longevity in Sport with Michaela North

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Practice Brave podcast, I catch up with my longtime friend and fellow athlete mom, Michaela North. Michaela is one of the OGs ...

207: Pregnant Athletes Are Not Fragile or Invincible: Finding the Middle Ground

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I share from the heart about the messy middle ground of pregnancy and postpartum athleticism. After more than 12 years of workin...

206: Pelvic Health, Healing, and Holistic Care with Dr. Kenael Segal, PT, DPT

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Kenael Segal, PT, DPT, who works in alternative and holistic health services, about the importance of pelvic health f...

205: From the Octagon to Motherhood: UFC Fighter Katlyn Cerminara on Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum Comeback

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, UFC Fighter Katlyn Cerminara shares her journey as a new mom and professional athlete. She discusses her early experiences in martial...

204: Transforming Coaching: Insights from Dr. Sean Pastuch

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Sean Pastuch, founder of Active Life, about rethinking fitness, coaching, and business in ways that actually support ...

203: Beyond the Athlete Identity: Wrestling, Coaching & Growth with Katherine Shai

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Katherine Shai — a 7x Team USA National Team wrestler, former University World Champion, two-time Olympic alternate...

202: The Double-Edged Sword of High Achievement with Ashley Rose Faure

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Ashley Rose Faure, a former Division 1 springboard diver turned endurance athlete, to dive into what it really means...

201: Building Battles Jiu-Jitsu: Family, Sport, and a New Chapter

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by my husband, Jared, for a really special conversation that's different from our usual topics—because we're announcing ...

200: Longevity, Overtraining & Youth Sports: A Deep Dive with Joel Jamieson

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by Joel Jamieson, renowned strength and conditioning coach, educator, and creator of Morpheus and 8WeeksOut.com. We talk a...

199: Food Noise, Fatigue & Female Physiology: A Real Talk with Dr. Christle Guevarra

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Christle Guevarra—physician, educator, athlete, and all-around powerhouse—for a real, raw conversation about ...

198: Raising an Athlete, Raising a Human: A Birthday Tradition with My Son Cade

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Every year around Cade's birthday, we make it a tradition to sit down and record a podcast together. This year, Cade is turning 12, and I can't believ...

197: Longevity, Injuries & Coaching with Integrity: A Conversation with Dean Somerset

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by longtime industry leader and educator Dean Somerset to talk all about what it takes to have longevity as a coach, train...

196: Pelvic Floor, Platforms & Performance: Kristi Brewer on Lifting Through It All

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kristi Brewer—USA Weightlifting athlete, CPA, athlete mom, and all-around powerhouse. Kristi st...

195: How We're Raising Little Athletes

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm diving into a question I get all the time—how are we raising our kids to be little athletes? As a former Division I athlete, co...

194: What to Look for in a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist with Mindy English, Orthopedic & Pelvic Health PT

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with pelvic floor physical therapist Mindy English to discuss what to look for when seeking a pelvic floor PT. This is a c...

193: From D1 Football to the Mat: Strength, Mental Health, and Jiu-Jitsu with Ty Horn

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ty Horn, who many of you might know from his presence on Instagram where he shares powerful i...

192: Jiu-Jitsu and Motherhood: A Journey of Resilience with Rose El-Sharouni

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Rose El-Sharouni, a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, about her powerful journey through pregnancy and postpa...

191: A Lifetime of Athleticism & Midlife Empowerment with Alicia Erickson

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I sat down with the amazing Alicia Erickson, and wow — what a powerhouse of wisdom, grit, and light. Alicia is 51, vibrant, incr...

190: Coaching Through the Seasons: Community, Confidence, and Creating Impact with P&PA Coaches Katie Doerksen & Julie Chutter

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful and heartwarming episode, I sit down with two incredible P&PA (Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism) coaches — Katie Doerksen and J...

189: Redefining Strength and Confidence with Fitness Coach Tara LaFerrara

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited to have Tara LaFerrara join me today as we dive deep into coaching women, navigating fitness through different life stages, and redefin...

188: P&PA Coach Highlight: Mallory Holmes' Journey: From Athlete to Coach

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Mallory Holmes, a P&PA coach, about her journey from athlete to coach and the lessons she learned along the way. She shar...

187: P&PA Coach Spotlight: Katelyn Darkangelo - Empowering Moms Through Postpartum Coaching

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Katelyn Darkangelo, a Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism coach. Katelyn shares her inspiring journey from being a f...

186: Facilitating Connections & Growing in the Fitness Industry with Andrew Coates

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Andrew Coates to dive into the importance of building meaningful connections within the fitne...

185: The Truth About Fitness, Nutrition, and Motherhood with Joelle Cavagnaro

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Practice Brave Podcast, I sit down with Joelle Cavagnaro to discuss the evolution of fitness and nutrition, especially for wome...

184: Training Through Pregnancy with Kari Pearce, 4-Time Fittest American Female

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Kari Pearce—4-Time Fittest American Female, seven-time CrossFit Games athlet...

183: Unlocking Potential as an Athlete Mom with Runner Shanna Birchett

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Shanna Birchett, a mother of six and dedicated runner, about rediscovering her passion for running after a medical setbac...

182: Announcing Our First In-Person Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification Weekend

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm beyond excited to share some big news with you. We're hosting our first-ever in-person Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification...

181: Incontinence in Female Athletes with Mindy English, Orthopedic & Pelvic Health PT

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Pelvic Health PT Mindy English to discuss incontinence in female athletes. We explore why it happens, common misconce...

180: 10 Things Pregnant and Postpartum Athletes Need to Know

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share 10 essential tips for pregnant and postpartum athletes, drawing from my decade-long experience coaching thousands of athletes...

179: Bridging Science and Practical Fitness with Alyssa Olenick, PHD

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Alyssa Olenick, a passionate exercise physiologist, researcher, and coach. We dive deep into Alyssa's ...

178: What Your Mom Didn't Tell You: Pelvic Health for Female Athletes with Mindy English, Orthopedic and Pelvic Health PT

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm thrilled to kick off a brand-new series on pelvic health with one of my favorite pelvic health physical therapists, Mindy English. Together, we're...

177: From Trauma to Triumph: Sarah Beth's Journey of Healing, Motherhood, and Yoga Empowerment

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Sarah Beth of Sarah Beth Yoga to talk about her incredible journey. Sarah shares how she transformed her li...

176: What It Means to Be an Athlete Mom in Every Season of Life

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I discuss the multifaceted identity of being an athlete mom. Athleticism is not limited to competitive sports but is about consistent...

175: Kicking Off 2025: New Year, New Goals, and Exciting Announcements in P&PA

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I reflect on the evolution of my brand, Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism, as we move into 2025. I discuss the rebranding efforts,...

174: Getting Legally Legit with Brittany Ratelle: Essential Legal Tips for Fitness Professionals and Online Coaches

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Brittany Ratelle joins me to discuss the essential legal steps for fitness professionals and online coaches. From setting up an...

173: Rachel Selman on Breaking Barriers and Building Careers for Women in Fitness

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I welcome Rachel Selman back for an insightful conversation on the evolving landscape for women in strength and conditioning. Rachel,...

172: Fighting for Health: Trisha Cicero's Journey from MMA to Empowering Women in Combat Sports

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I chat with Trisha Cicero, a former MMA athlete who has transitioned into coaching and supporting women in combat sports. Trisha shares her jour...

171: Judo Athlete Julia Scardone's Experience of Pregnancy and Returning to the Mat After a C-Section

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Julia Scardone joins me as she shares about her career as a Judo athlete and how she's embraced the change and growth in motherhood. She discus...

170: How CrossFit Affiliate Owner Adam Fuller Created a Safe and Supportive Environment for Pregnant + Postpartum Athletes with the Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Certification

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Fuller is a CrossFit Level 4 Coach, garage affiliate owner (CrossFit Thin Air, Buena Vista, Colorado), and Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coa...

169: An Overview of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Mindy English, PT, DPT, OCS

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pelvic floor physical therapy is becoming more and more of a mainstream thing…but we have a long way to go. Mindy English is a PFPT local to Eagle, ...

168: Peeing When You Lift Heavy and Intra-abdominal Pressure with Antonia Henry

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have with me Antonia Henry, owner and head coach of A1 Fit Coaching and P&PA Coach, as we discuss what the research actually is saying about i...

167: Life Update with Retired UFC Fighter Miranda Granger (She's Pregnant Again!)

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I sit down with my friend Miranda Granger who is a retired UFC fighter and is now pregnant with her second baby. Miranda reflects on her journey...

166: Being a Pregnant Athlete from the Perspective of OBGYN and P&PA Coach Lamia Zafrani

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I have with me OBGYN and Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach, Lamia Zafrani, who shares with us what her life currently looks like as a pr...

165: What It Means to Be a Pregnant Athlete #iamapregnantathlete

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're told "just do what you've always done" and "just listen to your body", but we know that this is not enough. I hope by the end of this episode yo...

164: Why My Boys Have a 4 Year Age Gap and Why it's Worked for Us

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A little more personal of a podcast today… with my youngest son Chance's birthday coming up (turning 7!), it had me reflecting on the decision to ha...

163: P&PA Coach Spotlight, Katie Davis: From Hairstylist to Full-Time P&PA Coach

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, P&PA Coach Katie joins me and shares her inspiring story of going from a hairstylist of 18 years to a full-time P&PA Coach in her very own spac...

162: Practical Things Female Athletes Should Know About Their Pelvic Health

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's be honest…female athletes, and women in general, are not taught a lot about their bodies, especially as it relates to pelvic health and athlet...

161: An Unhinged Interview with Cade for His 11th Birthday

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cade joins me again this year for another interview where it's made super clear his love for sports and In-N-Out. But in all seriousness, Cade is a ki...

160: What It Takes to Open and Run a Successful Gym with Hannah Donnelly

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you have a dream of opening and running your own gym, this episode is for you. Hannah Donnelly pulls back the curtains on the process of opening th...

159: P&PA Coach Ryan K. Reynolds on Being a Fire Fighter, Rugby Player, and Advocate for Women

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have P&PA Coach Ryan K. Reynolds with me as we chat about her journey as a pro Rubgy player, firefighter, and advocate for women in sports and...

158: Sports Injuries and Combat Sports with Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Luke Pomerantz

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I have a special guest Dr. Luke Pomerantz who is an Orthopedic Surgeon out of San Diego, California, and a black belt in Jiu Jitsu. He shares w...

157: A Raw and Unfiltered Conversation with MMA Athlete Molly Lindsay

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, MMA Athlete and mother, Molly Lindsay, joins me and she is out to be a game-changer in the world of martial arts. She's passionate about advoca...

156: How to Make an Income and a Difference with the P&PA Certification ft. Four Successful P&PA Coaches

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I chat with four of our very successful P&PA Coaches on how they have found unique ways to make an income with their Pregnancy & Postpartum Athl...

155: Behind the Scenes of What Training and Pregnancy Has Actually Been Like with Annie Thorisdottir

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Annie Thorisdottir is BACK on the Practice Brave Podcast! The last time we were here, we talked about her postpartum experience with her first baby. N...

154: Sporty Beth on Her Pregnancy, Being a Content Creator, and Navigating Mental Health Challenges

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Bethany Robinson, or as many of you know her, Sporty Beth, joins me as we dig deep into her history with fitness, her ED, life as a content cre...

153: 5 Considerations When Preparing for Birth with Midwife Elena

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Midwife and P&PA Coach Elena joins me as we discuss all things birth. So often we hear "fit pregnancy = perfect birth", but in Elena's experien...

152: Olympian Emily Muskett's Weightlifting Career, Experience at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, and Transition Into Motherhood

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Olympian Emily Muskett joins me as we delve into her inspiring weightlifting career. Despite setbacks and the disappointment of not b...

151: Kate Lyman Opens Up About How She Had Navigated Birth Trauma and Birth Injury as a Fitness Professional

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I chatted with Kate Lyman, owner of KL Nutrition, P&PA Coach, and new mom. Kate gave birth one year ago and experienced the unexpected at her ho...

150: The Story of Angela Lee Pucci, Six Time MMA World Champion and Founder of Fightstory

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I am honored to have Angela Lee Pucci join me as she shares her story of becoming a world champion MMA fighter, a first-time mom, and ultimatel...

149: How to Approach the CrossFit Open as a Pregnant or Postpartum Athlete with Juliann Balley

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm joined by one of the members of the P&PA Team, Juliann Balley, as we discuss approaching the CrossFit Open as a pregnant or postpartum athle...

148: A Chat with Physical Therapist and Online Educator and Business Owner Doc Jen: The Inner Workings, Becoming a Mom, and Advocating Pelvic Health

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jen Fraboni, PT, DPT joins me today as we delve into the inner workings of her online education and business, her passion for advocating pelvic he...

147: Overcoming Challenges, Fitness, and Motherhood with Hannah Bower

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Buckle up - it's going to get vulnerable. Hannah Bower, a lifelong athlete, and mom of 2, joins me and shares her story of overcoming challenges throu...

146: 2 Time UFC Champion and New Mom Carla Esparza on Her Impressive History as a Fighter and Entering Motherhood

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I chat with Carla Esparza, a pioneer female fighter in the MMA world and 2 time UFC champion, about her history as a fighter and how it's shifte...

145: Athlete Brain is What Makes You and What Breaks You

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Athlete brain is a really great attribute to have… and it can also be what breaks you. Today I explore the different ways athlete brain can show up ...

144: Interview with BJJ Athlete Kaitlin Martin, Her Story & Training BJJ Through Pregnancy and Postpartum

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have Kaitlin Martin, aka mommygrappler, join me as we chat about her introduction to the sport of BJJ and navigating two pregnancies and postp...

143: The (Actual) Best Way to Approach Your Health & Fitness in 2024

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Through the flurry of information and extremes disguised as "healthy" that come around on the internet every January, what do we actually need to focu...

142: How to Improve Your Business and Coaching for 2024

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What goals do you have for your business in 2024? In this episode, I give my top business tips to help get the ideas turning for your Q1. Some of the ...

141: Reflections on My Jiu Jitsu Journey

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jiu Jitsu is something I didn't expect to be a part of my life as an adult, but it has been such a valuable and meaningful sport to be a part of, espe...

140: All About Fertility with Dr. Sasha Hakman

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fertility is a topic that can come with a lot of complicated and mixed emotions. In this episode, Dr. Sasha Hakman covers all things fertility and h...

139: We Are a Jiu Jitsu Family: Chatting All Things BJJ with Jared (who just got his black belt!)

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I bring on my husband, Jared, who recently got his black belt in Jiu Jitsu. He has been doing BJJ for 20 years and has been a catalyst for our e...

138: P&PA Coach Spotlight: Rachel Graves - How She Pivoted and Grew a Successful Business with Dedicated Clients (all with her son at her side)

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

P&PA Coach and seasoned business owner Rachel Graves joins me today as she tells her story of entering into the fitness industry, opening a successful...

137: The Unfiltered Behind-the-Scenes of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I draw back the curtain on the creation of my coaching certification, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism: the good, the bad, and the ugly. I pu...

136: Is Coming Back After Having A Baby Hard?

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This question was asked by a young man in his 20s one day at Jiu Jitsu. What a simple sentiment… is it hard? Is it hard having a baby? Is it hard co...

135: What You Need to Know About Adjusting Your Training During Pregnancy

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You're pregnant… now what? Today, Heather and I chat about what you really need to know about adjusting your training during pregnancy. Pregnancy is...

134: A Candid Conversation on Pelvic Health and Pessaries with Carrie Pagliano

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I talk candidly with Dr. Carrie Pagliano about all things pelvic health and women's health and fitness. The field of pelvic health and pregnancy...

133: The Real Deal About Diastasis Recti with Munira Hudani

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I chat with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and colleague Munira Hudani about all things Diastasis Recti. Diastasis Recti is a hot topic online ...

132: Leveraging Athlete Brain to Live a High-Performing Lifestyle

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Athlete Brain" is a term I coined around 9 years ago that describes that inner-drive to do more, push harder. It's a great trait to have. It's better...

131: Jenn Fiddler's Inspiring Comeback Story: Competing in BJJ Worlds 1 Year Later After Experiencing a Vertebral Artery Dissection

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jenn Fiddler's story is inspiring AF. After experiencing a vertebral artery dissection during a BJJ training session, resulting in multiple strokes an...

130: Q&A: What Living my Healthiest Life Looks Like, Training for Competition, Body Composition Changes, and More

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You asked and I answered. Here's what my life is looking like right now in a season of being in a cut, training for BJJ Worlds, and how I got to what ...

129: Having a Truly Neutral Approach to My Body for the First Time In My Life

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The pendulum swing of health and fitness is real - but what if we found the messy middle? I'm currently prepping for Jiu Jitsu Worlds and it has requi...

128: A Second Chance with Chance

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready, because this is going to be an emotional one… The decision to have a second baby seemed like an overwhelming decision after the traumatic...

127: Well-Rounded Training for When You're Done Having Babies

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I have Heather join me as we talk about what our life and fitness is like post-babies and what we think a well-rounded fitness program for wome...

126: What Your Programming Should Look Like for Pursuing a Lifetime of Athleticism

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Recently, I had a complaint about my Pregnant Athlete Training Program that the workouts repeated and that it lacked variation. That's the point - we ...