Being Fuerte. It’s Time to Speak!

Lo Shdo from Shdofitness and I talk about flow from our perspective as trainers and business owners. We created our dream jobs and tell you how we got there. Sometimes we can forget that we don't have to recreate the wheel; not every venture needs to be into uncharted territory. We share our stories to give you tips and inspiration for bringing your own ideas to fruition. Each of us has to find our own rhythm; join us for our conversation and get into flow! 

Hear from Amy, this year's Fuerte Fitness Holiday Challenge winner, as we reminisce about our adventures in 2023. Road cycling and paddling boarding trips- join us for more in 2024! Come as you are, and perhaps leave a slightly better version of yourself!

Listen to a great conversation about being an older mom. Maria is so inspiring to listen to because of her journey to become a mom at 50. The process is a true miracle, and happily for Maria and her family, all the pieces fell into place to make it happen. 

We talk about her journey, her career as a physician assistant in neurosurgery specializing in deep brain stimulation. We discuss the management of her own health, as well as work-life balance and making fitness a priority. And everything in-between that made it possible. We also reflect on the loved ones we have lost and preserving our language and traditions as we raise our children.

Let’s take in all in!

Burnout. Who hasn't been there? Today I sit down for a conversation about overtraining  with Ben Willis. Ben was a professional soccer player in the USL Championship within the Houston Dynamo organization. He went on to become the assistant goalkeeper coach and strength and conditioning coach at Rio Grande Valley FC. Ben is an ACSM Certified-Exercise Physiologist and Certified Inclusive Fitness Training, with a speciality in working with individuals with disabilities, and has his B.A. in Kinesiology from Gonzaga University. 

Ben and I talk about our experiences with burnout and how we overcome it. We will help you identify the signs of overtraining and give you tips for coming back to fitness, perhaps in a different way than before. And importantly, we normalize it as part of the game of fitness. It is nothing to be ashamed of or beat yourself up over. Just like other life challenges, you can embrace the challenge and pass through it.

To learn more about Ben or work with him, visit Strong Willed Training http://www.swtrainings.com, or find him on Instagram @strongwilledtraining or @benwillis99

Sleep. It's one of the key factors that determines how we feel and perform. And let me tell you- and I learned the hard way- I do not skimp on my sleep any more!

In this short episode, I talk about how and why I track my sleep, the function of sleep, and how you can optimize your sleep and feel your best. I leave you with some tips that you can put into action today.

Join me for an exploration of sleep, which I hope inspires you to take on Sober October! If you are entering the days of perimenopause, like I am, you will definitely want to tune in. I definitely want to minimize the number of nights I find myself awake at 3 am, and I have learned what steps to take to so that my body functions how I want it to. You can, too! It may not always be the advice we want to hear (I love a glass of wine with dinner!) but you will thank yourself when you wake up refreshed at the proper time in the morning.

Read about the link between poor sleep and Alzheimer's.

If you, yourself or someone you know is struggling with suicide please reach out to anyone that will listen.
If you don’t feel comfortable going to someone you know, call the suicide hotline: 988 or text 988.
But having been through this twice. I promise that there are people in your community willing to help, you just have to reach out. 

If you are curious about what it takes to be a fitness competitor, you don’t want to miss this conversation with Nicole Sims, IFBB Pro, Fitness and Wellness Coach. But don’t worry, if the competition track is not for you, Nicole and Adriana have tons of tips and tricks for simply moving toward a more active, healthy lifestyle. Body image is not about perfect bodies, it is about loving your body and celebrating what you body can do. Tune in, you’ll be inspired to give your body nourishing food and regular activity to help you feel your best! 

Listen to Mishele's fitness story and how she’s been able to change her workouts through the various stages and phases of life that we all go through!

Our village, community and tribe is what we make it! It continues to support us, even  before we recorded the first Tribe podcast during the pandemic in early 2021.
If you missed it check it out here!
Thank you.

Everyone needs to go on a retreat. It gives us a necessary break from our routines so we can see our lives from a new perspective. Then we can hone in on what's working- and what's not working- and you can have this wonderful reset.

That's what Rejuvenation Retreat is all about- to rejuvenate you, fan the flame of passion back into your life, not only from joy and mindfulness and presence, but also by taking care of your body and mind. Then you can communicate with your heart and let it guide you into exactly the right places and spaces that are meant just for you.

Join us from August 3-6, 2023 (we changed the dates). Four days and three nights in beautiful Poulsbo Washington, with Adriana and Candice teaching you all about how to nurture a healthy body, change your heart and mind, and really connect spiritually.
https://urtheur.kartra.com/page/poulsboretreat

Hear about what I learned in the Bahamas. I want to share this with you!

Hear Jane's story about accomplishing her childhood dream to become a police  officer in her 50's! After 10 years of actively pursuing her goal, she can teach a master class in perseverance and dedication. But you can start here with the lessons she learned along the way about dealing with setbacks, timing and preparation, finding support, and so much more.  She is such an inspiration for us all! 

What does it take to create and promote a business? I ask creative marketing strategist Robbin Block for her insight. Over the years, Robbin has helped me develop my business. She is always asking me the right questions to hone in on my strengths and goals, and to help me differentiate myself. Whether you own a business or have ever considered starting one, you will want to tune in to this conversation!

Website: blockbeta.com, Email: info@blockbeta.com, LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robbinblock, Twitter: twitter.com/robbinblock, Facebook: facebook.com/blockbeta

Enjoy a conversation with a great friend, entrepreneur, and social butterfly! We met couch surfing over 16yrs ago. Sheila designs awesome jewelry using the power of crystals.
We talk about more- Check out her website:
https://satincrystals.com/
YouTube:
https://m.youtube.com/c/satincrystals
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/satin_crystals
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/100039128449327/
And Twitter:
https://mobile.twitter.com/satincrystals

Nicole Sims, IFBB Pro, Fitness and Wellness Coach, talks about beauty and the importance of why and how to develop a skin care routine. Get your notepad and pencil ready; Nicole has a wealth of ideas and tips you can implement right away.

Natasha and I have been friends for nearly 15 years, and our lives have changed so much during that time. Her most significant life changes included marriage, motherhood, and ending her career to move to New Zealand. Join us as we talk about our life transitions and how they shape our identity and inform the way we raise our children. 

My client Caitlin Singer and I swap notes our workouts, diet, motivation, and even our genes! Caitlin came to Fuerte Fitness Bridal Bootcamp before her wedding. I can personally attest that she rocked it! She shares her journey and how she fits in those workouts whenever she can. 15 minutes... Good enough! Caitlin is also launching her own podcast, ‘Just Slayin’. 
Check out her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-slayin/id1640611381
I love the banter and the hear the commentary on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. 

Revisamos que estamos prendiendo de esta libro. Porque nos gusto y cómo nos ayudó con mi Amiga Lorena Muñoz que es un estudiante de psicología por la Universidad de Mexico. 

What can we do after the Robb Elementary shooting? What can one person do? Reflections on the tragedy in Texas and what it means for each of us. Stay strong, show compassion, share love.  
I am here for you, mi gente.