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Dedicated to Growth
by Sarah Strauss
Life can be messy. But also beautiful, complicated and truly unexpected. So many times people are searching for permission outside of themselves to take a risk, to make changes, to change who they are… I want to show you that the only permission you need is your own. Through sharing my own story, as well as so many others who have impacted and inspired both me and many around the world I am so excited to bring you this podcast and get a little deep, get a little messy, get a little bit vulnerable and hopefully inspire you to truly DO YOU!
Episodes
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Normal is subjective.. My story *updated version 4 years later
If you have followed along for years, you may know a lot of my story. But it has been about 4 years since I have sat down, opened up and shared it.. I could honestly talk for hours about my life experience so let me know any feedback or follow up questions you have for me after listening because...
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Were all a lil unhinged.. Solo Q&A episode, answering your questions!
A little mix of fitness, life, experience, and relationship in this one! Answering your questions from instagram and getting a little more personal. Come say Hi on the gram and I hope you enjoy the episode xx
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Is mindset coaching “woowoo”?, most controversial opinion, what is a high value man with Lew Mcfarlane
In this episode we dive deep into what “mindset coaching” and re shaping your thought patterns within lifestyle coaching can do for your quality of life and physical progress. We also chatted about what being a “high value man” and even woman looks like in our opinion and experience. Hope you…
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I don’t want you to make the same mistakes I did..
From juggling “living your life” and finding balance, to being a high achiever in and out of the gym, I have had many “phases” of my life and fitness journey that I pulled from for this episode. This is a bit of a brain dump I wanted to share to hopefully educate and inspire you to keep F **ing...
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Channeling your inner muse and stepping into the best version of yourself with Laura Niese
Laura is a business baddie coach, with a very different approach from most I have seen In the industry- Today we are talking about how to use your feminine energy as your super power, different aspects of healing yourself, being productive but aligned and mainly about Lauras newest focus, which…
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Balancing your masculine & feminine energy in a relationship, entrepreneurship, living abroad, aliens and more Q&A episode with Sumner
Fun episode today where we dove into the topics we are asked most about- living in Bali, culture shocks moving abroad, creating balance in a relationship with two entrepreneurs who work from home, finding your passions and more! You can find sumner at sumner healey on instagram and YouTube! Hope...
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BETWEEN US GIRLS.. red flags, falling in love, female friendships and more with Shannon Henry
In this episode I am joined by my bestie Shannon where we chat about all things girl talk, fitness, dating advice/ red flags and everything that is just between us gals! Hope you enjoy the episode!! Highly recommend giving Shannon a follow on both youtube and instagram for all the fashion icon...
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How to optimize your health as a woman using biohacking, menstrual cycle tracking … and cycle syncing, with Sabi!
If you have been seeing the latest health and wellness crave all over socials, biohacking, cycling syncing and optimizing your health using natural methods, and you are not sure how to implement this into your daily life.. for free! This episode is for you! Follow Sabi @thepositivelady on IG for...
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Big sis advice episode on all things dating, compatibility, self work & self discovery with Ms Jade!!
If you are needing a reminder of just how worthy and incredible you are, as well as a reminder of HOLDING YOUR STANDARDS AS HIGH AS YOUR SMILE in 2025.. This episode is the perfect listen for you today. I hope this inspires you to not let boys make you cry, and to finally choose YOU in 2025. Find...
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2025 fitness trend predictions, and what I do not want to see you falling victim to on your 2025 fitness journey!
I have personally been victimized by fitness trends (that were unsustainable and downright detrimental for my health circe 2014-2017), and I wanted to share with you from my now 7+ years of experience in the fitness industry, what I do not want to see you falling victim to on your 2025 fitness...
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Breast implants, traveling to turkey, medical tourism and more.. This episode covers all of your questions!
6 days post op and here I am to answer all of your questions regarding my breast augmentation in Turkey! Hopefully this episode helps you make the best decision for you 🍒♥️
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Cheers besties! Sumner and I answering all of your juicy questions this week 🌶️🌶️
You asked.. we answered! Lots of relationship questions this week, about what attracted us to each other, jealousy, pet peeves, and so much more. If you like this personal style of definitely let us know on Instagram! Spillin our tea and (hey at least it’s solicited) advice from your not...
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Boob job in Turkey? How to find self love, and what really is compatibility in a relationship?
Today’s solo episode goes into detail on why I decided to book a appointment for March 2025 to get a breast augmentation in turkey… What made me make this decision, my thought process behind it, worries, fears and more. I also dove into the daydream of comparison on social media, learning to love...
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Girly chit chat solo episode, come girl talk with me!
In this episode we are talking all things girl talk, red flags, compatibility, relationship lessons learned, jealousy, and more!! Come girly chitchat with me in this episode <3
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What I have changed in order lose more bodyfat, gain more muscle and lean into my feminine energy
What I changed in my lifestyle, mindset, routine and fitness approach in order to build more muscle and maintain a lower body fat percentage in the last 8 month. 1. I ended my summer with starting a reverse diet. Benefits of doing a reverse diet, why this helped with maintaining a lower body fat...
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8 impactful lessons I learned this month
This min solo episode is a breakdown of 8 lessons I have learned (some of them again) this month and why I think they will be relevant to you as well. At different stages of your life different lessons will be more valuable. Lessons about changing your environment, lessons about your own...
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Why should you travel to BALI?! All the ins and outs of our month in Bali!
n this episode, Melissa and I talk about our experience traveling in Bali for a month!! if you are nervous to travel out of the country, especially for a long period of time, or traveling solo this episode is definitely for you! Southeast Asia is one of the most magical places, with such an...
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So you want to become a fitness coach? My ins and outs of breaking into the industry!
In this episode, I wanted to give you some insight into my experiences, getting into the fitness industry, my advice for fitness coaching, and how to get started, if you’re a certified personal trainer! I am not a Business Coach, I am just a Fitness go to has been doing this for almost 7 years…
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Five lessons I have learned since taking an unconventional path
So excited to be back in Podcasting! Today’s episode is a short solo episode, going over some of the lessons I have learned in the past 6 1/2 years of taking more of an unconventional path. Let me know your thoughts :)
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Digging DEEP- what self love and self-confidence can look like after two failed marriages, and building a business to empower women in their PERSONAL life through taking action
Digging DEEP- what self love and self-confidence can look like after two failed marriages, and building a business to empower women in their PERSONAL life through taking action! Find Pam on Instagram or Tiktok @pam_campbell_coach :)
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Beating the odds, not becoming another statistic and how fitness can change your life with Paul Casey
Paul has an incredibly inspiring story, from going to jail at 18, fighting addiction to becoming an influential fitness coach who specializes in helping parents live a healthy lifestyle and giving the tips and tricks on how you can do the same! Let us know what you think! You can find Paul on IG…
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Why the F did I move to VEGAS!?
Making hard decisions today that will benefit the future YOU. That is what this episode is all about. Choosing GROWTH over comfort!
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Why your group fitness classes are HURTING your progress!
If you are currently doing group fitness and wondering WHY you are not seeing the changes you want in your physique, listen up!! THIS is why group fitness is hurting your gains!
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What type of person does it really take to go ALL IN on yourself- With Sumner Healey
“What type of person does it really take to go ALL in on yourself”- With Sumner Healey! In this episode we dive into what it truly means to be “self made”. Creating independence in your life financially, emotionally, and in a way that achieves not just success but actual GROWTH. Sumner is an...
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GIRL chats and social life spills with Jen Butters!
GIRL chats and social media spills with Jen Butters! Dating in your 20’s, moving to a new place, how to start conversations, what dating apps should you be using and how to even set up your profile!! Lots of really great advice and insights from Jen who dives into her own dating life and...
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Why are you aren’t seeing progress on your fitness journey! LISTEN UP!
This is a super quick, 10 minute episode covering the top three reasons why you might not be seeing progress on your fitness journey. Are you working hard? Cutting out carbs, slashing your calories, tracking every calorie, working out consistently but not seeing the progress that you want? Here…
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BALI LESSONS- Answering my most frequently asked questions in Bali!
In today’s episode I’m going to be covering a lot of different topics and answering some of my most asked questions, a couple of which being how I feel about the past three weeks that I have been traveling in Bali, the differences traveling solo versus traveling with my sister, how I feel coming...
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Why YOU should go to Bali, taking RISKS and getting uncomfortable. My experience thus far!
Why the F I went to Bali for a month!! In this episode, I cover the reasoning I decided to go to Bali for a month. Why I took that risk, and why I think you should call yourself out for the risks you need to take for yourself. It is far too easy to let the environment you’re in, the limiting...
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Exposing toxicity in the fitness industry, toxic masculinity, toxic femininity, building confidence
Today we have another episode with Ben Morris, a fellow trainer here in San Diego! We discussed our own experiences of toxicity in the fitness industry from toxic masculinity, toxic femininity, what determines success, to how the toxicity in the industry made an impact on us personally. From our...
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Building self confidence, self discipline and a LIFESTYLE for your goals- With Sydney Wilson
In today’s episode Sydney, who is a long term client of mine as well as a bad ass biologist dive into Sydney‘s fitness journey, how she was impacted by diet culture, cutting off toxic friendships, and the benefits of starting your fitness journey for the right reasons!! This is a great episode…
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The mental game of a reverse diet: What getting TONED really takes!
Emilie is a full-time nurse, as well as a badass client Who has been really showing up for her goals and is an amazing example of what it means to dedicate yourself to your long-term fitness goals. It has been such a pleasure to coach Emily and I’m so excited to see her continue to make amazing...
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CARYNS APPROACH TO THE “NOT SO EXTREME” FIT LIFE w Caryn Nicole
CARYNS APPROACH TO THE “NOT SO EXTREME” FIT LIFE! Caryn is an amazing anti diet coach, food freedom coach: How to NOT take it to an extreme! Misconceptions in the fitness industry! You can find Caryn: @carynnicole
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Beating bad body image and changing your perspective on fitness with Jess Lee!
In todays episode we have Jess Lee who is an online fitness and nutrition coach as well as an in person trainer who helps women focus on building muscle, overall athleticism and falling in love with Fitness!! I am so excited to dive deeper into jesses story and how she has created her career and...
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Self love just might be calling yourself OUT on your BS and being your authentic self w JESS POST!
In today’s episode I have a really amazing and insightful guest named Jess Post! JESS post interview!! Jess is absolutely amazing mindset Mentor, who helps women break through their mental barriers and transform their mindset in order to reach their fullest potential! Jess has an incredible story...
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DAD BOD STEVE with the insight on how to create sustainable results, mindset & intermittent fasting!
In this episode we dive deep on sustainable approaches to your fitness goals that actually work, enjoying the process and finding different types of fitness you love, learning about it and has impacted so many!! You can find Steve: @dadbodsteve on TikTok, and @dadbod_steve on Instageam! Show him...
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Goal set like your goals are your LIFELINE! How to create goals with an action plan!
Most people who reach their goals create not just GOALS but also an action plan!! Those who don’t reach their goals generally struggle because they just say they have them but don’t put anything into action!! Whether it’s life or fitness, MESSY action but do something!! Don’t wait for it to happen!
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Entrepreneur life! How to go all in with your passions/ and what it takes!!
Mini episode today on becoming an entrepreneur!! Next week I will have a longer episode out, more of a chitchat girly talk and mental health episode but this week I wanted to answer a question about becoming entrepreneur, what that meant for me and what I believe it takes! Becoming an…
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Why aren’t you seeing fat loss progress? The mistakes you might be making in seeing results!
Let’s dive into some fitness myths, why you are not seeing progress and how to amplify you’re fat loss results! This episode is a solo episode where we dive into some of the reasons you might not be seeing consistent progress, and how we can change it up to maximize your results!
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The age of social media, choosing your path and staying true to who you are with my sister!
Dedicated to growth episode #9 is LIVE!! New episode with my little sister is now live! All about growing up, making hard decisions, making BAD decisions and following your OWN PATH. Give this one a listen and let me know what you think!
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Social media fakeness, bad body image and self care, sharing everything? LETS DIVE IN!
Girly chitchat with me, shorter 30 minute episode today answering some more personal questions! How I deal with bad body image days, social media, comparison, mindset, morning routine, self-care and more! I am super excited to hear what you guys think of the episode so definitely let me know your...
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Naturopathic medicine, issues with social media, high stress, and modern medicine, Dr. Deanna Berman
Today I am joined with a Dr. Deanna Berman who is a naturopathic doctor and a certified midwife. We talk all about health, fitness, women’s hormonal issues, complications with modern medicine versus holistic medicine etc. definitely a great episode to tune in to!
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Mistakes that I made at the beginning of my fitness journey & my least favorite parts of SM!
In this SOLO episode I cover the mistakes that I made at the beginning of my fitness journey, what I recommend you do instead and my least favorite parts of social media. We go deeper into the all or nothing mindset, mistakes that I do not want you to make when trying to get “toned”, and in my...
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RE WRITING YOUR STORY, mental blocks, self confidence, weight loss and more with Ben Monts!
In this episode Ben and I talk all about massive mindset chefs, overcoming mental blocks, Ben’s weight loss journey, his journey to self-love and self improvement and what it means to truly find yourself and what you’re passionate about! Ben’s story is absolutely inspiring and one that I think so...
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Sex with the lights on? All about body image, self-love, the fitness industry… What’s it all about
Let’s chat about body image, how to feel confident in the bedroom, OH and is the fitness industry toxic? Devon is an amazing online coaching that helps her clients heal their relationship with food and their body! She works one on one with her clients on self-confidence, self love and feel...
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Balancing your social life and fitness goals, tracking alcohol and going out… Let’s dive into it!
Balancing your fitness goals and your social life can feel confusing at first, but it comes down to the expectations that you need to set for yourself. What are your boundaries when it comes to going out, how many drinks you’re going to have, are you going to be tracking, are you not going to be...
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HAWAII ADVENTURES! Ruined by the rain? What did we end up doing..
We made it to Honolulu! In this podcast we are recapping, going through our trip and also talking about mindset well traveling. If you struggle with balance or flexibility while out of your normal routine this could be a great podcast for you to listen to, reflect on and think about how you want…
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Dedicated to Growth!
Life can be messy, complicated and absolutely unexpected. In this podcast I am so excited to dive into so many stories and experiences, ups and downs, challenges and failures as well as the biggest wins and not only my own life but so many others around the world who inspire me and many. So many...
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Honestly hour, sorry for the Shi* show w Candace Hilderbrand
I know not everyone out there has a support system within their friendships and especially female friendships can get MESSY, so we thought we could just have some real talk today and answer some of your DEEPER TMI questions! From first loves, to fuck boys we dive into it with this one. Find us on...
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Effort always wins! How I got to where I am from the beginning. Episode #1
Why am I the way I am? Why am I so passionate about fitness? And how did I get to where I am right now. This podcast might not answer all of those questions, but they definitely dig into it a little bit deeper. Following the rules never made history. Every single person has a story, and when you...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Life can be messy. But also beautiful, complicated and truly unexpected. So many times people are searching for permission outside of themselves to take a risk, to make changes, to change who they are… I want to show you that the only permission you need is your own. Through sharing my own story, as well as so many others who have impacted and inspired both me and many around the world I am so excited to bring you this podcast and get a little deep, get a little messy, get a little bit vulnerable and hopefully inspire you to truly DO YOU!
HOSTED BY
Sarah Strauss
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Life can be messy. But also beautiful, complicated and truly unexpected. So many times people are searching for permission outside of themselves to take a risk, to make changes, to change who they are… I want to show you that the only permission you need is your own. Through sharing my own story,...
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