Women Empower Active Jacalyn Gross
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- Health & Fitness
The Women Empower Active podcast is an initiative by UR Sportswear LLC. to empower and inspire women to find their own active adventure in athletics, health, and fitness, and much more.
Hosted by Jacalyn Gross, former collegiate runner. In each episode, she has an honest and open conversation with relatable women about challenges, obstacles, personal experiences, successes, failures, and everything in between. We hope you will find inspiration and motivation to seek out an adventure of your very own! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacalyn-gross/support
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Melissa McQueen
We're excited to introduce Melissa McQueen, a dynamic presence in the world of Parkour. As an event coordinator for the US Parkour Association and a skilled athlete herself, Melissa's journey in parkour is as exhilarating as it is empowering. From conquering heights to overcoming challenges and reconnecting with her body through this unique style of movement, Melissa embodies the spirit of resilience and determination. Join us as we delve into Melissa's world of flips, twists, and leaps, and uncover the stories behind her remarkable journey.
Host Jacalyn Gross
Guest Melissa McQueen
Producer Jeremy Canaria
Editor Jacalyn Gross
Original Music by Pete Alba
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Women Empower Active Khai Bhagwandin
We're thrilled to introduce Khai Bhagwandin. With a background in holistic health and wellness medicine, paired with her passion for outdoor action sports, Khai seamlessly integrates her expertise to offer a distinctive experience for her clients. She not only advocates for health but also champions the BIPOC community. Khai is creating fresh tracks in the Snowboarding and Skiing space, shredding stereotypes, and carving out space for inclusivity and empowerment on the slopes. Join us as we strap up and drop into Khai's journey, her innovative approaches to wellness, and her efforts to create a more diverse and equitable outdoor sports community.
Host Jacalyn Gross
Guest Khai Bhagwandin
Producer Jeremy Canaria
Editor Jacalyn Gross
Photo by Scott Rinckenberger
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Women Empower Active Melissa Adao
We're honored to introduce Melissa Adao, affectionately known as B Girl Mel. Her remarkable journey embodies decades of experience across choreography, breakdancing, community leadership, mentorship and personal empowerment. Join us as we delve into Mel's story of dance, creativity, resilience, and the boundless pursuit of dreams. In her words "You're never too old, and it's never too late."
Amazing Guest Melissa Adao
Host Jacalyn Gross
Producer Jeremy Canaria
Editor Jacalyn Gross
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Women Empower Active - Crystal Rose Hudelson
In this episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Crystal Hudelson (she/her), an extraordinary individual whose passions for climbing and community empowerment are truly inspiring. As a rock guide, Crystal leverages her knowledge and experience towards creating diversity, equity, and inclusion in the climbing space. Crystal balances her adventurous spirit across many hobbies and interests join me as we learn more about her journey and perspective.
Host Jacalyn Gross
Guest Crystal Rose Hudelson
Producer Jeremy Canaria
Editor Jacalyn Gross & Jeremy Canaria
Photo Pallavi.Shoroff_psphotographywa
Sponsor ursportswear.com
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Race Report Orcas Island 50K
In this episode of Women Empower Active Jacalyn recounts her most recent race the Orcas Island 50K. She discusses her training leading up to her race, her pre-race rituals, and the race itself. She also shares what she learned from this specific course and what she would like to work on moving forward. She ends with Words of Empowerment and goals for the year. If you're training for a big adventure you won't want to miss it!
Host Jacalyn Gross
Producer Jeremy Canaria
Editor Jacalyn Gross
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Women Empower Active Words of Empowerment 2023
In this episode, we take all of the Words of Empowerment from the year and put them into one powerful episode. We are so thankful to all of our guests from the year for helping to push us to try new adventures. Thank you also to all of our listeners please like, subscribe, and review. It helps promote the show so other people can find us and if you're so inclined share us with brands you love or sign up to support the show financially so we can continue to spread adventure and self-acceptance to all.
Host Jacalyn Gross
Guests
00:55:01 Sarah Histand
04:19:01 Kriste Peoples
07:12:28 Irene Yee
11:04:24 Patty Peoples
15:29:12 Brenna Anderst
17:41:22 Jacalyn Gross (Race Report)
19:21:18 Jennifer Gross (Rebroadcast)
23:21:00 Alesha Zappitella
24:22:19 Amna Khan
30:49:22 Yvette Valery
32:48:02 Sarah McCormack (Rebroadcast)
Producer Jeremy Canaria
Editor Jacalyn Gross
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