24 | Elevating Marginalized Voices Through Strength Training with Maria Rodriguez

Today, we’re talking to Maria Rodriguez, founder of Fear Her Fight Athletics, a company that reinforces the lense of intersectional feminism in the strength space. Maria is a competitive powerlifter and a strength and conditioning coach based in Tacoma Washington. She coaches individuals remotely on a sliding scale and personal trains all levels. She aims to make training more accessible for the LGBTQ+ community at her gym and offers an inclusive space on Friday nights to lift. Her work is deeply rooted in her community and uses her skills to elevate access to wellness for those around her. On June 1-2 2019, Maria is hosting the second annual Womxns Strength Summit. The Womxns Strength Summit is a weekend where we can explore the monumental power of what it means to be strong. Register for the Womxns Strength Summit here. In this episode, we talk about… Making the strength space inclusive, safe, and accessible for all womxn. Creating opportunities for marginalized communities. Facing discrimination as a WOC yoga instructor. Building confidence and mental toughness from fitness. RESOURCES: Womxns Strength Summit: https://wss2019.com/ Fear Her Fight Athletics: https://www.fearherfight.com/ Follow Fear Her Fight on Instagram: @fearherfightathletics Follow Maria on Instagram: @marialiftstacoma Follow Fear Her Fight Athletics on Facebook Email Maria at [email protected] If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast, and join the Balanced Black Girl Podcast Community on Facebook. PS: If you really want to take your new year to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE.Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Today, we’re talking to Maria Rodriguez, founder of Fear Her Fight Athletics, a company that reinforces the lense of intersectional feminism in the strength space. Maria is a competitive powerlifter and a strength and conditioning coach based in Tacoma Washington. She coaches individuals remotely on a sliding scale and personal trains all levels. She aims to make training more accessible for the LGBTQ+ community at her gym and offers an inclusive space on Friday nights to lift. Her work is deeply rooted in her community and uses her skills to elevate access to wellness for those around her. On June 1-2 2019, Maria is hosting the second annual Womxns Strength Summit. The Womxns Strength Summit is a weekend where we can explore the monumental power of what it means to be strong. Register for the Womxns Strength Summit here. In this episode, we talk about… Making the strength space inclusive, safe, and accessible for all womxn. Creating opportunities for marginalized communities. Facing discrimination as a WOC yoga instructor. Building confidence and mental toughness from fitness. RESOURCES: Womxns Strength Summit: https://wss2019.com/ Fear Her Fight Athletics: https://www.fearherfight.com/ Follow Fear Her Fight on Instagram: @fearherfightathletics Follow Maria on Instagram: @marialiftstacoma Follow Fear Her Fight Athletics on Facebook Email Maria at [email protected] If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast, and join the Balanced Black Girl Podcast Community on Facebook. PS: If you really want to take your new year to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE. Our Sponsors: * Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balanced Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donations See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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