balanceFIT Radio

Scott Schroeder

balanceFIT Radio is a human-centered podcast rooted in wellness, fitness, and the art of conversation. Hosted by personal trainer and lifelong storyteller Scott Schroeder, the show explores the deeper reasons people train, struggle, grow, and search for meaning. Through free-flowing conversations, interviews, and reflective solo episodes, Scott and his guests examine how physical strength, mental resilience, and spiritual depth are inseparably connected. This isn’t a podcast about hacks, trends, or perfection. It’s about being human — and learning how to move, think, and live better in the process. Whether you’re an athlete, a thinker, or someone simply trying to feel better in your own body and life, balanceFIT Radio invites you to slow down, listen, and reconnect with what truly matters. YOUR LIFE. YOUR POTENTIAL.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    3 Pillars of a Sustainable Nutrition Plan | bFIT Bonus 7

    https://www.balancefitsc.com/virtualcoaching Scott Schroeder shares a practical, simplified approach to building a sustainable and effective nutrition plan, emphasizing behavioral change, whole foods, and eliminating decision fatigue.   Keywords: nutrition, healthy eating, meal planning, behavior change, wellness, simplicity, food choices, performance, wellness industrial complex Key Topics: Simplifying nutrition planning Behavioral change in eating habits Whole foods and nutrient density Takeaways: Eliminate food choice overload to reduce decision fatigue. Remove validation from food to detach identity from eating habits. Use a consistent, scalable meal plan to simplify daily decisions.

    27 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Build A Team: My Wellness Strategy | Lacey Pletcher

    You are not alone. Please reach out for support. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 anytime in the US and Canada to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with the Crisis Text Line. International resources: Find a helpline in your country at findahelpline.com. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255 NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or email info@nami.org SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Abuse & Mental Health): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) In this engaging interview, Lacey Pletcher shares her journey from a Midwestern childhood to her diverse career in sports operations, horse riding, and higher education. Discover how her passions and experiences shaped her path, offering insights into discipline, resilience, and pursuing your dreams. Lacey shares her powerful journey from a difficult relationship and personal struggles to reclaim her life through fitness, mental health, and resilience. This episode offers insights into overcoming trauma, the importance of self-worth, and building a supportive community. Keywords: Career journey, sports operations, horses, education, resilience, Midwest life, Northwestern, Notre Dame, college sports, personal growth resilience, mental health, fitness journey, trauma recovery, self-worth, empowerment, wellness, personal growth Key topics: Career development in sports and education The role of horses in personal growth and discipline Balancing passions with professional life Trauma and abuse recovery Mental health and emotional resilience Building a supportive community and boundaries Guest: Lacey Pletcher

    2h 2m

  3. 6 MAR

    Q & A 3 | bFIT Bonus 6

    This Q & A episode covers the importance of resistance training for longevity, strategies for integrating fitness into a busy life, and insights on maintaining health into older age. Hosted by Scott Schroeder, a certified personal trainer, it offers practical advice for all ages.   Keywords: resistance training, longevity, health, fitness, aging, lifestyle, muscle mass, bone health, fitness tips   Key Topics: Resistance training for longevity Strategies for busy lifestyles Preventing sarcopenia and osteoporosis

    34 min

  4. 3 MAR

    Struggles & Awakenings With The Garage Ninja | Shane Frank

    In this inspiring conversation, Shane Frank shares his journey from a challenging childhood and military service to transforming his life through fitness, faith, and community. Discover practical insights on building capability, embracing discomfort, and living with purpose. Keywords: fitness, personal development, military, ninja warrior, health, wellness, faith, discipline, community, self-reliance Key Topics: Shane Frank's childhood and military service The role of faith and community in personal transformation Building physical and mental capability through training The importance of discipline, discomfort, and self-reliance The community and culture of Ninja Warrior training Guest Name: Shane Frank https://www.tiktok.com/@thegarageninja_warrior https://www.motivemovement.org/ https://www.flopball.com/

    1h 34m

  5. 27 FEB

    Q & A 2 | bFIT Bonus 5

    In this episode, Scott Schroeder answers listener questions and shares practical health and fitness tips, discusses recent studies on nutrition, and offers guidance on setting achievable fitness goals. He emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes, mindful eating, and the pitfalls of trendy diets and wearable tech.   Keywords: fitness, health, nutrition, walking, lifestyle, goals, diet trends, wearable technology, mental health, longevity   Key Topics: Benefits of eating pecans for heart health Walking as a low-impact exercise for longevity Critique of diet trends like keto, vegan, paleo Risks of bodybuilding and excessive muscle building Emerging wearable fitness technology and its value SMART goals for fitness and health Takeaways Eating pecans can significantly improve cholesterol and heart health. Walking just 10 minutes daily can extend lifespan and improve mental health. Avoid trendy diets that are not personalized; focus on whole foods. Bodybuilding can be stressful and potentially harmful if not done carefully. Wearable fitness clothing is trendy but may not provide real health benefits. Set SMART goals to create sustainable and achievable fitness plans.

    37 min

  6. 24 FEB

    Take Ownership Of Your Good Choices

    Scott Schroeder explores the importance of embracing wellness without apology, emphasizing the virtues of courage, wisdom, temperance, and justice in living a balanced and authentic life. He challenges cultural norms that shame or mock those seeking health and advocates for living by principles with humility and strength. Keywords: wellness, courage, wisdom, temperance, justice, self-discipline, authenticity, mental health, physical health, personal growth Key Topics The importance of courage in wellness The role of wisdom in self-care Temperance as self-regulation and joy Justice in caring for oneself and others Takeaways Courage is the quiet decision to live according to your principles, even when it makes others uncomfortable. Wisdom is knowing why you're doing what you're doing without pretense or vanity. Temperance is mastery over impulse, enjoying life without being ruled by it. Justice involves caring for your body and living with humility and responsibility.

    9 min

  7. 20 FEB

    Make Your Fitness Serve Your Life - Not The Mirror | bFIT Bonus 4

    balanceFIT Radio host and Certified Personal Trainer, Scott Schroeder, discusses the true purpose of fitness, emphasizing capability over perfection, and how to align your fitness goals with living a meaningful, service-oriented life.  Keywords: fitness, capability, purpose, health, self-improvement, mental health, service, capability vs aesthetics, life skills, personal growth  Key Topics: Fitness is about being capable, not perfect Training for your life vs social media appearances The importance of capability in daily life Fitness as a means to serve others The role of exploration and movement in health

    9 min

  8. 17 FEB

    Rut vs Routine | Know The Difference & Excel At Life

    How do you make consistent gains in life, fitness, nutrition… and really everything that moves you from swimming upstream to actually living at a higher level? Build small routines. Organize the background of your life. Routine is the framework that supports freedom to freelance. Routine creates space for spontaneity. Routine makes whimsy possible. Routine prevents ruts.

    25 min
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balanceFIT Radio is a human-centered podcast rooted in wellness, fitness, and the art of conversation. Hosted by personal trainer and lifelong storyteller Scott Schroeder, the show explores the deeper reasons people train, struggle, grow, and search for meaning. Through free-flowing conversations, interviews, and reflective solo episodes, Scott and his guests examine how physical strength, mental resilience, and spiritual depth are inseparably connected. This isn’t a podcast about hacks, trends, or perfection. It’s about being human — and learning how to move, think, and live better in the process. Whether you’re an athlete, a thinker, or someone simply trying to feel better in your own body and life, balanceFIT Radio invites you to slow down, listen, and reconnect with what truly matters. YOUR LIFE. YOUR POTENTIAL.

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  • Creator
    Scott Schroeder
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 . All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    balanceFIT Radio