No Gimmicks Just Sweat

Eric Logan

No Gimmicks Just Sweat is a podcast dedicated to hearing the journeys and unique stories behind an athlete’s training and what drives them. Everyone has a different story and everyone has a different reason behind their journey. These stories are meant to inspire listeners and help them aspire to heights they never thought the could reach, no matter the obstacle. No Gimmicks Just Sweat is a state of mind and a reminder that anything you value is worth putting in the work, staying motivated, and not stopping.

  1. 05/04/2025

    Episode 83: Shauna Howard Part 1

    This is the first of a two-part episode featuring Shauna L. Howard aka Cycle Bae. Shauna is a Los Angeles-based vocalist, voice coach, educator, and creative entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in the performing arts and education sectors. Known for her dynamic blend of artistry and wellness, Shauna specializes in helping singers and creatives build confidence, endurance, and resilience with and without an audience, both on and off the stage. During the pandemic, Shauna found a transformative outlet in cycling, which deeply supported her emotional health and influenced her approach to vocal coaching and performing. As an endurance athlete and a member of multiple cycling clubs throughout the world, she brings the discipline, stamina, and focus she gained on the bike into her work as a musician and educator. In 2021, she was awarded "Most Improved Female Cyclist" by Velo LaGrange. Whether coaching students, performing on stage, or leading creative ventures, Shauna is committed to fostering holistic health, wellness, and transformation through the arts. She lives in Hollywood and enjoys studying, salsa dancing, cooking, house music, exploring new cycling routes in Southern California, and being a dog auntie! Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat. Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat). Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

    54 min
  2. 03/16/2025

    Episode 81: Hallie Fitzsimons

    On this episode, we talk with Hallie Fitzsimons. Hallie has been an athlete her entire life involved with volleyball, tennis, running, softball, and D1 Crew in college but getting into more endurance sports in 2009 is where she met some amazing women to train with while she was living on the North Shore of Oahu. After her first sprint distance triathlon Hallie really dove in headfirst immediately signing up for several IRONMAN events, and traveling the world to race, train, and ride her bike. Hallie has battled several health issues in her triathlon career, even crashing her bike in 2019 breaking just about every bone you could and clawing my way back to the sport as soon as she physically could. She has been lucky enough to work with her coach Rob Reinhard for the past 10+ years where she has seen a significant amount of age group success and been lucky enough to be part of an amazing Varlo Triathlon team for the past 3 years. At 40, Hallie continues to remain extremely competitive, enjoying as many races as possible a year with a full-time career and a house full of fur kids. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat. Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat). Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

    47 min

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No Gimmicks Just Sweat is a podcast dedicated to hearing the journeys and unique stories behind an athlete’s training and what drives them. Everyone has a different story and everyone has a different reason behind their journey. These stories are meant to inspire listeners and help them aspire to heights they never thought the could reach, no matter the obstacle. No Gimmicks Just Sweat is a state of mind and a reminder that anything you value is worth putting in the work, staying motivated, and not stopping.