Serenity Strong Podcast

In this episode Joe and I ramble on about what strength training means to us and how it has impacted our lives. This episode we will elaborate more on in another show when it comes to trends in the social media world. Some are not trends and here to stay, some are click bate. Strength Training is something that is not only for the right now but also the long haul. It's there to build your body up stronger and more resilient towards what life can throw at you..... biggest one getting older. If you enjoy the episode please share it on the socials or with someone you know might enjoy it! Please feel free to tag us @serenitystrong @barbellsboltsandbourbon

Today I ramble on about joy and what it can do for our lives. That there are times it can be hard to find the joy in the sorrow/sadness. That the darkness we are in almost blinds us to the fact we can still find the joy. You are human to feel emotions other than JOY, sadness is apart of life. Though if we are not careful we can pull ourselves into a deeper, darker sadness. Why having humans around you that you can reach out to and help you slowly start to climb back up out of the darkness and start to see the light in life :)

I come out of hiding to record a much needed episode! I ramble on about fixed vs growth mindset and how both of them can be helpful as you navigate life. How you can do anything you put your mind to, how powerful the mindset is, & give you tips to get some actionable steps towards your goals or dream!

Apologies a head of time for the botched editing. Still trying to figure it all out + getting kicked off my recording a couple of times. This episode is talking about the brain and how each one is different. From everything we go through, who we have early on in life, experiences all shape us into who we are and who we will become, Come hang out with me as I ramble on about life, Environment, mindset and how you can change all of them to have a much different outcome than you currently do.

If what you have doesn't make you happy, don't settle. You decide your future and you have the power to rewrite it.  In this episode, I talk about life's choices and how to adjust to non-negotiables.  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong or send her an email at [email protected] and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

Today I ramble on about the power of words, especially the ones we say to ourself & how they can change our view. How the words we say to start our day can truly set the tone. Change the way you talk to yourself & start to feel/see the magic that comes with it.

Today I ramble on about how we have to let go of hate. Yes I get there are humans out there that do very shitty and horrible things to others. While we can very much dislike them continually breeding hate will never get us in the duration we truly want to go with life. You can not like how someone lives their lives but it doesn’t mean they are doing anything wrong you just see it like that. Remember that kindness, love, understanding will get you farther in life than anything will.

Intro for the podcast

Today the talk is about the agreements we have with ourselves and the one we collect from others along the way. Knowing that you have the ability to change your life every damn day. To not be afraid to live life how you want to & do things you have never done before!

In this podcast we chat about why we are not happy with the current nutrition talk and wanting to change it. We want to educate people on all the things nutrition with science, research, & our own personal journey. We would love for you to pop on some headphone, kick up your feet or do some chores & join us in our chat about how we help clients get started with their fitness journey, aspects that help make the journey last, & how to start a journey towards being alcohol free. Not saying this is how you should live your life just how we got to this point in our lives :) Payton is a group fitness coach and nutrition coach at Warrior CrossFit Muscatine. She started CrossFit back in 2014 and has been coaching since 2017. On the nutrition side of things she is certified through HSN and Precision Nutrition L-1. On the training side is CrossFit L-2 trainer. After being consistent in the gym and seeing what an impact nutrition had on her over all health (physical and mental) grew her passionate in wanting to help others feel the same way. You can follow her on Instagram @payton.dierickx. You can also follow her gym Warrior Crossfit @warriorcfm to see all the amazing things their gym does for the community. They truly go above and beyond for their clients.  Thank you so much for listening to this show! If you enjoyed this episode & podcast I would love for you to share it on your socials or with someone who could use the talk. Tag @serenitystrongpodcast in your post so I can give you a shout for the shout out!!! You can follow the podcast @serenitystrongpodcast or my personal page @serenity_strong 

Owning Your Shit, easier said than done. How does one own they're shit? For me is that you drop the victim mentally. That doesn't mean what has happened to you doesn't matter, you do not let it define you. You own your shit knowing that good and bad things will happen. You wake up daily and make choices that have outcomes. You do your best to live life how you want to while knowing you will have to tweak things along the way. Love who you are, make peace with your past, know you are human and will be right and wrong, own your actions and choices, & fall more involve with life that you did before. You are a strong human and can overcome more than you ever imagined. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTuElM6T50wJoe Rogan has a great YouTube video called "be the hero of your story" its the cup of coffee you need in the mornings to get you going. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTuElM6T50w 

Nutrition can make or break your day, let along your long-term fitness goals! But there's more to just knowing which foods are "good" and which aren't—it helps to know which foods are good for you! In this episode, Shelby talks to nutrition and mindset coach, Lara Days, about her nutrition and fitness journey; how she discovered which foods were best for her; and why she decided to become a coach herself.  You can find Lara on Instagram @lara.days. We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong or send her an email at [email protected] and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)  Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

In this episode, I interview Skyler Lamb about becoming and working as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) at such a young age!  You can find Skyler on social media @skyler_lamb_cpt We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

In this episode, I talk about taking control of your own life and striving to make the improvements you want!  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong or send her an email at [email protected] and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

Does going to the gym make you nervous? So nervous that you don't even want to go most days? Our guest for this week's episode was in a similar boat once. But once she found a home in the CrossFit community, she immediately fell in love. Now, she's taken her role to the next level by becoming a coach!  In this episode, Payton and I talk about her journey from being a CrossFit athlete to becoming a coach!  You can find Payton on social media @payton.dierickx We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

Do you visit a chiropractor regularly to maintain your skeletal health? This week I talk to chiropractor and musculoskeletal ninja, Nate Weber, about the most common injuries that he sees and how to you can maintain your health at home with some easy exercises! In this episode, I talk about chiropractic and maintaining physical health on a day-to-day basis!  You can find Nate on social media @_nate_weber_ or online at mybackinline.com/dr-nate-weber We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

There's a lot of content about nutrition out in the world, and sometimes all of that info can be both overwhelming and a bit confusing. Add to that all of the dietary supplement companies that want to convince you that you need to buy their products to be healthy and how are you supposed to know what's right and what's wrong?  In this episode, I talk about nutrition essentials and why supplements might not be the solution you need!  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

Almost everything you do in life is a choice. And if you make a choice often enough, it becomes a habit. Have you ever stopped to think about what role daily habits play in your life?  In this episode, I talk about life choices (both big and small).  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

Sometimes we get caught up in the details of our fitness. Which supplements are we using? Are we programming the perfect number of sets and reps? Is our recovery optimized? But more often than not, the nitty-gritty things like those don't hold a candle to good old-fashioned sleep and whole foods.  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

We all know that nutrition is important. Fueling your body with good foods is absolutely essential, not just for top-tier athletes, but also for everyday wellbeing. Forming healthy eating habits is the best way to ensure that future you is living their best life. We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

What if? With the way this year has gone so far, it can be easy fantasize about how it might have been different "if just this one thing were different." But in times of doubt and despair, a good way to empower yourself to be more positive, more productive, or even just all-around happier is to adopt the right mindset.  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by The Podcast Engineer. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

2020. What a year. So much has happened in seemingly such a short amount of time. And if it wasn't already a difficult year for Cedar Rapids, it is now. In this episode, Shelby talks about the derecho storm that leveled many parts of Cedar Rapids in Summer 2020 and how the community has banded together to fight for their survival!  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by ThePodcastEngineer.com. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

In this episode, Shelby lays out her thoughts on training and life and how it's changed during the pandemic. She also talks about how trying a new kind of exercise can help rekindle excitement about fitness or even help you break through a plateau!  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by ThePodcastEngineer.com. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

In this episode, Shelby talks about making the most of what life has to offer.  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong and tell us what you thought of this episode! If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! The more listeners we have, the more amazing content we can bring to you. :)    Podcast production by ThePodcastEngineer.com. Music credit: They Say by WowaMusik https://soundcloud.com/unminus Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/they-say-unminus Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/E6LCO7SH8kA

Shelby talks about how her grandma helped her become the adult she is today.

Spoiler Alert: Being fit involves a lot of hard work!

Shelby talks about the problems with convenience and the beauty of change.

Shelby interviews Michelle Fumagalli about nutrition.

Shelby talks about the best way to approach nutrition for fitness.

Shelby talks about why you should get out and be adventurous.

Shelby talks about why now is a great time to slow down and do what makes you happy.

Amanda's talks about how she blends her massage therapy training with yoga to help people find ways to live less stressful lives! While massage is a fantastic way to relax and release muscular tensions that has built up over time, knowing how your muscles interact with each other can help you build life-changing habits.  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong.  If you loved this episode, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player! It really helps!   Podcast production by ThePodcastEngineer.com.

These two chicks are bringing a totally different vibe to fitness. Thinking big picture while keeping it truly authentic. Come hang out with us, get to know these ladies better and talk about all the things we are passionate about!  We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong. If you loved this episode, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player! It really helps!   Podcast production by ThePodcastEngineer.com.

How to deal with these unpredictable times

This week, Shelby goes on a little rant about the current world problems. She also poses some serious questions that you should consider asking yourself and recommends a good book to help you in these times.  If you'd like to read Untamed for yourself, you can find it on Amazon here: Untamed on Amazon We want to hear from you! Reach out to Shelby on Instagram @serenity_strong.  If you loved this episode, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player! It really helps!   Podcast production by ThePodcastEngineer.com.

Why Nick Kuhle got into fitness and some pearls of wisdom!

How should you make changes to your lifestyle, your diet, and your fitness?

Shelby talks about making the most of your training and assessing your body's progress along thew way.

Shelby talks about the importance of learning and sharing lessons

Cliff's CrossFit journey and battle with cancer

Muscles are truly amazing

How to live your life when it seems so unpredictable

Shelby talks about how we can best spend our time

Shelby talks about the importance of communicating with other people

Shelby talks about her life and coaching business

Trust yourself, work hard toward your goals, and be relentless

Easy steps you can take toward making your personal dream a reality

How often to you check in with your body and adjust your training?

Muscular atrophy, using new muscles, and stretching.