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SheRUGGED

Where Faith, Fitness, and Friendship collide.

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    The Hydration Equation: Unlocking Peak Performance

    Send us Fan MailDid you know that not staying properly hydrated can reduce exercise endurance nearly in half?Did you know dehydration can lead to slower reaction times, increased fatigue, and poor concentration?Did you know that you need to hydrate before, during and after exercise? Unlock your peak performance with these hydration busts! Check out Michele's favorite electrolyte mix here!   click If you are looking for a high performance coach, Michele is it! check out her offerings www.ruggedrunning.comwww.mountainmoverskids.org www.sherugged.com https://www.sherugged.com/

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    The Game-Changing Truth: Sports, Health, and the Diet Myth

    Send us Fan MailToday, we're diving into some startling numbers that every parent and athlete needs to hear. We are looking at holistic health and how we can be better examples to our youth. How you cannot out-train a bad diet...even kids! Obesity rates, the WHY, and the numbers. Not to mention the HOW TO..  Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's Book: https://amzn.to/4nQPkmYhttps://www.sherugged.com/

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    FRAMEWORK- How to provide structure to your "IN Season, OFF Season, and Recovery Season"

    Send us Fan MailFinding your finish... We learn from the Bible "Paul" that is not just our physical strength. Providing structure to your athletic seasons.. how to include the inner fortitude Paul talks about and the holistic aspects coach Michele always speaks of when planning your competitive year. From agility to rest, the when, where , how and why's! https://www.mountainmoverskids.org/https://www.ruggedrunning.com/https://alcoachiropractic.com/https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Hitting a Wall? Plateauing? How to break through!

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode we explore the reasons we hit the wall or plateau and how to break through to find higher quality wherever our feet take us! If you are Stuck, Hitting a Wall, Plateauing... check this episode out!  Taking time to reflect can be unrealistic..or is it? Try a mini planner like this:  click Or a family planner like this:  click A sleep guide Mayo Clinic : click Taking a Day of Rest Book: click https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Finding Courage – From Ancient Warriors to Modern Athletes

    Send us Fan MailDon't think biblical heroes pertain to today? Think again! We dive into the biblical story of Deborah and Jael, how these two women used an "attack" method instead of living in fear. Finding Courage, leaving fear behind us, we have your 3 step process to thriving under pressure and one specific tool to finding Courage. https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Mother's Day Melt Downs

    Send us Fan MailFeel taken advantage of? Unappreciated? Overwhelmed? Undervalued? Disappointed? What about deserved? Entitled? Warranted or justified? If you are mom (or if you are going to be listen up!) , by now you have probably experienced a disappointing Mother’s Day. Maybe a family feud broke out, or you didn’t wake up to breakfast in bed, or your family was soooo busy they  just forgot! Guess what, you aren’t the only one! How can we EXPERIENCE THE GIFT? https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Trail Running WOAHS!

    Send us Fan MailEver trip? Fall, Roll down a hill? What happened to your balance and coordination? Do you know how to condition those aspects for a stronger you at any age?! Have a listen to the science, exercises and drills that can help prepare you for any course! Link to Blog post with exercise Equipment: click Links to additional exercise equipment mentioned: Water Bag click Sand Bag click Agility Set click https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Feelings are Overrated

    Send us Fan MailMy race recap from Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon! How I faced adversity, negative mindset, and the outcome. I prioritized my emotions as less important than my purpose. How can you? https://www.sherugged.com/

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    FROM NOW ON...

    Send us Fan MailWe can change our choices, every minute, every hour, every day to a FROM NOW ON outlook. Feel like you are running an ultra marathon with chains? You've tried, tried harder, tried everything and you still feel worthless. Still feel stuck?  In life, in a race, dragging your chains along and taking out everyone else that passes by? Practical Steps to Start Today with a "FROM NOW ON"  effective perspective. https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Power of Preparation Ever just wing it? Quit before you even start? Get Conflicted Information? Procrastinate?

    Send us Fan MailPower of Preparation -Ever just wing it? Quit before you even start? Get Conflicted Information? Procrastinate? We all know the Power in Preparation but why do we continue to barely get by? This episode we tackle steps to prepare for your faith race and your ultra marathon race! From fueling your spirit to ultra marathon mindfulness, get your pens out for a crash course on HOW TO PREPARE! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    LIVE BOLDLY, FEARLESS, and RISE UP!

    Send us Fan MailDo you ever get impostor syndrome? Feel like you’ve stepped too far out of your comfort zone? Fearing Failure? What did you get yourself into? Today we use HOLY BOLDNESS to smash through our comfort zones, rise up above impostor syndrome and venture into another marathon story of Michele's. #fearlessness #findyourfight #holyboldness #impostorsyndrome https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Creating Synergy: I have your formula for OPTIMAL GROWTH

    Send us Fan MailWho can you think of right now that could benefit from you being less stressed? Who would appreciate it if you were a better listener? What impact or ripple effect would personal growth have on others around you? Today at SheRUGGED we are connecting aspects from the previous few podcast episodes...to create a holistic approach to growth. We embrace enoughness when we embrace the suck. There is no age limit on empowermentYou are enough, you were created on purpose for a purpose, you were assigned that mountain to show others it can be moved!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Step into your Potential, Power, and Embrace Your PURPOSE!

    Send us Fan MailLIFE WILL STEAL YOUR PURPOSE IF YOU DO NOT MAKE TIME FOR IT!!!How self aware are you? Can you identify your strengths? Weaknesses? Values and motivations? What habits (good or bad) are shaping your daily existence?Do you feel enough?  Do you feel like you belong? This episode we channel our thoughts, values, and potential into stepping stones to live a full filled, I AM ENOUGH, no frills life! Take notes on Michele's 3 pillars to STEP INTO YOUR POTENTIAL, POWER, and EMBRACE YOUR PURPOSE! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Temptation vs. Trials .. Got Mountains? Got Challenges?

    Send us Fan MailLife is full of mountains, challenges, trials and temptation.... but how do we decipher direction, God's road map vs. our own? If you are lost and don't know which way to go, we've got you covered! Buckle up for a deep conversation on broken relationships, sinking ships, and setting sail! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Never Satisfied? Always wanting more? Do you know where it's coming from?

    Send us Fan MailWhen the endless pursuit of wanting more becomes unhealthy or a hole we can't dig ourselves out of... How to stop the cycle, be content and create your "enough" goals. In need of a High Performance Coach with a holistic approach? Look no further! We have openings for a personalized coaching experience that will exceed your expectations at SheRUGGED, Rugged Running, or Mountain Movers XC (youth athletic programming)!!! DONATE HERE! https://www.ruggedrunning.com/store/DONATIONS-p817463258Check us out on:  www.ruggedrunning.com or www.mountainmoverskids.org  https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Stuck in the Pain Cave? Stuck in a mental, negative loop? Break through, Don't Break Down!

    Send us Fan MailI have your tips to counter negative thoughts, pain that can be applied to ultra running, exercise or daily life! Download me! Grab a pen and start taking notes so the next time you feel you are going to break down, you WILL BREAK THROUGH! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    The #1 Reason People Don't Reach Their Goals...I have your 2 "HOW'S"!

    Send us Fan MailMany people don't see the battle vs. the outcome and become envious. Are you that person? Do you want "X" here and now without the sacrifice? Or are you willing to try 2 steps to conquer once and for all?https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Blow up your comfort zone! Bailing on your goals? Are you focusing on outcomes?

    Send us Fan MailAre you focusing on outcomes instead of the process? Struggling year after year with goal achievement? Unable to find your footing? Join us for for a unique goal setting crash course that will shift your "success" into over drive! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    REBORN! Wondering where to start with building your strong foundation?

    Send us Fan MailWelcome back to SheRUGGED ...REBORN!  We've got your "HOW" on where to start strong and create a year that will eliminate the overwhelm and have you sailing into 2027! Check out www.sherugged.com for more info on personalized coaching for yourself, teen or tween! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Break Through to Another Level, Boundary Blow Ups, Embracing Risks, and Functional Faith

    Send us Fan MailSaying yes to something means saying no to something else, is it worth it? Breakthrough to a balanced level of life! Find your Quality of Life! Reassess your decisions and make the changes with strengthening those yes or no's !!! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Risk for Growth...Is it worth it?

    Send us Fan MailHow have you grown in your faith lately? How about your relationships? If you don't get to know someone, can you really trust them? Don't we have to take action in order to grow in faith/trust with our relationships? Follow us in our faith and confidence journey with understanding what risk is worth the growth in faith. https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Moving from Fear to Faith

    Send us Fan MailIf it's broke, you probably need to fix it.. not ignore it, and fight for whatever it is that you want. In order to do this, there is one thing we need to grow in... I have that and your 7 steps to accomplish it. https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Fear of Change

    Send us Fan MailDo you stress over the unknown? Do you get anxious when you take a risk? Recognizing that we cannot control everything can help us make these needed changes... without victimizing or making excuses to stay in our comfort zones. https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Spring Spiritual Cleaning

    Send us Fan MailGot junk? Spiritual, emotional, you name it? When do you make time to clear out your junk drawer? Or is it overflowing? I've got tips and tricks to decompress and reduce the stress to LIVE LOVED!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    LIVE LOVED

    Send us Fan MailAre you living loved? What's driving the love? Or not feeling the fuzzies? What's getting in the way? Got junk? Sand? Rock or Rise? This is the beginning of your spring spiritual cleaning!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    REINVENT YOURSELF

    Send us Fan MailDo you procrastinate? Do you lack motivation? Who ARE YOU? What is your purpose in the world? There are a lot of things that we wrestle with when it comes to fear... Fear of Failure, Fear of being broken rejected, humiliated or even making mistakes...but how can we change the cycle so these don't own us?! How do we know we are living our purpose and do it even better? How do we not procrastinate, stay motivated and overcome the challenges that get in our way? https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Why Bother?

    Send us Fan MailWhy bother with trying? Prayer? Learning about God. Doesn't it just seem like he doesn't care? Why doesn't he stop the evil in the world if he is God? I've got your WHY's and your HOW's! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    GOAL HACKS

    Send us Fan MailYour one-stop shop for the HOW to's and what to do's to nail your 2024 year! NO REALLY! Ever wonder why you aren't achieving your goals? Or losing motivation or momentum .... listen on and bring a pen! You can also check out our blog posts for more!SheRUGGED Blog   and Rugged Running Bloghttps://www.sherugged.com/

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    Your Self Party Hacks

    Send us Fan MailFeel a little awkward celebrating those little or big wins? Don't! It even says to celebrate them in scripture and how significant those baby steps can be! So HOW should we celebrate them??? Check out this edition to find out multiple ways to celebrate those mini wins, gain momentum, motivation and rock into the new year!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Fight for your right to PARTAYYYY

    Send us Fan MailYou know that old age saying of "nothing worth fighting for is easy?"... that is what we are talking about here! The Fight and the Party. Do you celebrate your wins? Do you acknowledge the little wins? Why or why not? I've got your motivation and momentum on this podcast!!! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Holiday Hacks

    Send us Fan MailShould Christians celebrate Halloween?! We are about 6 weeks out from Christmas, did your heart just drop?! Listen up! We have your holiday hacks to not only get through this holiday season but to make it epic and set you up for the ultimate New Year!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Dealing with Difficult People WWJD

    Send us Fan MailWhen was the last time you took a few minutes to pause and pray in a difficult situation or when dealing with a difficult person? When was the last time you invested in your growth to deal with these matters like Jesus would? Not a believer, hey that's okay... you may just find yourself growing a bit after this episode!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Fall Family Fun and Hacks to execute your Holiday Season

    Send us Fan MailIt's almost the last quarter of the year and the holiday season.  Are you dreading it, excited, or already feeling guilty because you know with the snow comes the pounds too? We have your fall family fun guide and your holiday hacks to not let the holidays and the pounds hit!  https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Principles To Live By

    Send us Fan MailEver feel a little lost in life? Discouraged? Unsure how to handle it all??? Kind David gave Solomon some principles to live life by...so why wouldn't we consider using them too? From knowing God personally to overcoming discouragement with faith... we've got you!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Ultimate Heat and Cold Hacks for the outdoor Adventurer

    Send us Fan MailI wanted to include some tips and tricks for our fitness peeps who may still be trying to figure out the faith stuff...Ever wonder how those people hike through snow storms? Or get their winter workouts in outdoors? As fall hits us, we talk about Heat and Cold Hacks that can help you navigate the different seasons!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Don't let go of what you know...

    Send us Fan MailAre you chasing significance or success? Is it bad to want some recognition? Do you use your career to build up people or use people to build your career? Ezra, Jeremiah and God using all things to help us serve others... https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Obtaining a Forgiving Mindset, Are you a Soul Sucker?

    Send us Fan MailForgiveness is not an easy subject but an important one. We tackle the what is and what nots along with the 4 R's of forgiveness.  Are you a soul sucker? Have you had your soul sucked?  Playing victim, or imposter, and thinking that forgiveness will always be convenient is part of our session today! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Forgiveness: Imposter Syndrome, Comparison, Negative Self Talk, Guilt and Shame...

    Send us Fan MailDo you talk down to yourself? Kick yourself for making mistakes? Beat yourself up for any little screw-ups? Self-love and forgiveness are imperative to remain in balance and create a thriving garden of life! Listen on to learn steps to help your garden grow, unleash the negativity, and find more opportunities to capitalize on!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Gifts of the Holy Spirit Part 2! Do you fight for it or change directions?

    Send us Fan MailAre you creating roadblocks for yourself or is God trying to change your direction? How do we know the difference? Comparison, Fear, Lack of Confidence can all play a role and our help is just a focused prayer about gifts away! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    The Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Not Fruit! How do you know if it's the devil throwing road blocks or God asking you to change directions?

    Send us Fan MailNo doubt we encounter numerous challenges, roadblocks, weeds, and problems in our lives. How do we know when to fight or when to change directions? Is it God or is it the devil? Are you confused? How strong is your faith? https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Are you running out of FUEL? Fatigued? Lack of Motivation? Patience? Ready to explode?!

    Send us Fan MailLacking some FAITH FUEL?  Faith fueled- is seeing things through God's perspective but what else does it include? Do you trust that God knows your story or situation and how it will all go down?  Do you know how to refuel?!!! Sick of nincompoops?!  Listen on!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Fatigued? Low motivation? Burnt Out? Hormones, day of rest, cycle syncing, and more!

    Send us Fan MailLow sex drive? Brittle nails? Losing your hair and mind?! Listen on for a brief crash course on hormones and a holistic approach to regaining balance in life! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Faith and Friendship - The Not So Gala and Special Guest Insider Look at SheRUGGED

    Send us Fan MailWe are uncovering what faith really feels like, looks like, and how to establish it! The SheRUGGED not so gala was a hit and Angela is here to talk to you about both the program and the gala with this "insider look" https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Are you a "not enough" girl? Comparing yourself to others? Fearing rejection and lacking faith?

    Send us Fan MailComparison kills what God is trying to grow inside of us. If you are a "why me" or I'm not enough kind of person, then you will want to listen on to uncover God's truths and how to thrive! Quit seeking the approval of Man! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Are you ready to up your growth game? It is impossible to live in Faith and Fear at the same time!

    Send us Fan MailFear, Faith, patience, and a growth mindset...do you have all of these?  The Bible tells us we must "wait" on the Lord.  That we won't get what we want right here and now, that we will be waiting and when we do, we need to muster up the strength and take heart (things will be better soon)!Find out the 4 tactics you can use to improve your Faith Mindset! So we will wrap up our Fear series from the first quarter and take on Faith!Come back next time to find out how comparison kills your faith! https://www.sherugged.com/

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    The Mental Battle. God and Mindset. Are you hiding yourself from your best self?

    Send us Fan MailWe have choices. One of the big ones is whether or not we want to walk through the valley of the shadow of death with God or without, but we ALL have to walk through it.  So how can we reshape our mindsets to guide us to our purposes? To live life to the fullest? To live in God's truth? Mindsets influence what we pay attention to, what is that for you? You will find the one tool God gave us to help in this podcast. You can also head over to the blog and check out ways to reshape your mindset for anything!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    What are you hiding behind? Are you self sabotaging? Why are you robbing yourself of happiness?

    Send us Fan MailAre you hiding? Ignoring? Withdrawing? Have your beliefs become so distorted your negative critic is ruling your life?! Living in your comfort zone? Who are you hurting by staying there? Someone is paying the price. Join us for our heavy-hearted episode of the hard truth this week followed by God and Mindset next time! We will lean into using your gifts and talents. How do your choices shape your reality? https://www.sherugged.com/

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    The God and Gut Connection

    Send us Fan MailGod, guts, glory! Yes, the gut is said to be the 2nd brain,  which holds our emotions such as fear! Having an unhealthy gut can jeopardize our mental and spiritual health. How do we overcome bad gut microbiomes and give God a great breeding place to instill positivity? Listen on!  https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Already bombed on your New Years resolution?

    Send us Fan MailWondering why you never accomplish those goals you set out to execute in the New Year? Could you be fearing embarrassment? Have some shame or guilt?  What will it take to reach your THRIVE ZONE?  Find out why you are not a bad person, and even if you've screwed up how God's grace can get you living in your Thrive Zone!https://www.sherugged.com/

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    Are you living in your THRIVE ZONE?

    Send us Fan MailAre your boundaries set too high or too low? How about providing structure to your day to create the healthy habits, such as boundaries in order to live in your thrive zone? Listen on to find ways to live your life to the fullest! Check out the blog post this week on sherugged.com for your Thrive guide! https://www.sherugged.com/

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Where Faith, Fitness, and Friendship collide.

HOSTED BY

Michele Yates

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Where Faith, Fitness, and Friendship collide.

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