Spandex & Wine

Robin Hackney
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Spandex & Wine is a podcast for finding balance between being healthy & living a happy life. Hosted by Robin Hackney, a 23-year veteran in the fitness industry & wine consultant, this is a place to be our authentic selves as we have real conversations exploring wellness and all things wine! Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode.

  1. 2d ago

    What If Purpose Is Just The Next Scene

    Purpose can feel like a high-stakes riddle, especially when you’ve done everything “right” and still feel restless. We talk honestly about why that pressure is misplaced and why purpose is often simpler, more ordinary, and more seasonal than we were taught. What gives your life meaning at 25 may not fit at 45, and that shift is not a problem to fix. It is a signal that you’re growing. I share my own turning point from hating corporate life to stumbling into fitness through something that was already in front of me. We also unpack a powerful reminder: your story belongs to you. Whether you share it through conversation, creativity, or work, you get to decide what you say, when you say it, and how it supports your healing. If someone tries to “edit” you to make themselves more comfortable, that does not make them the director. Then we connect purpose to wellness in a practical way. Fitness, nutrition, sleep, and daily movement matter, but the deeper question is: what are you taking care of your body for? When you name what you want to do with your life, your habits stop feeling like punishment and start feeling like preparation. Listen now, then subscribe, share with a friend who feels stuck, and leave a review. What feels meaningful to you in this season of life? Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

  2. Sep 25

    Stop The 3 P.M. Crash With Simple Meals

    That daily loop of “great after breakfast” to “what is wrong with me at 3 p.m.” isn’t a willpower issue. I’m talking about blood sugar as an energy and cravings issue, even if you’ve never once worried about diabetes. When glucose swings hard, it can show up as afternoon crashes, after-dinner sweets cravings, feeling shaky when meals run late, or relying on coffee to hold everything together. I keep the science simple: blood sugar is glucose in your bloodstream, and insulin helps move it into your cells for energy. The goal isn’t perfectly flat numbers. It’s avoiding that all-day gas-and-brake feeling by building meals that actually keep you satisfied. I share my go-to, no-drama meal formula: protein plus plants plus fiber plus healthy fat, with real-life examples you can use right away. And yes, I say it clearly: carbs aren’t the enemy. The better question is what you pair them with. You’ll also hear my favorite tiny habit for steadier energy: when you finish eating, don’t sit down. A five to ten minute easy walk after meals helps your muscles use glucose and can leave you feeling less sluggish. I also touch on why gut health and the microbiome can play a role in blood sugar balance and how we feel day to day. If you want calmer cravings, more stable mood, and better energy without extreme rules, hit play, then share this with a friend who’s always asking why they’re so tired. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell me what time of day your energy dips the most. Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

  3. Sep 18

    Functional Fitness For Real Life

    A six-pack is optional. Being able to get up off the floor is not. We’re digging into functional fitness, the kind of training that keeps you independent as you get older, so you can travel, hike, garden, golf, dance, and play with your kids or grandkids without your body feeling like the limiter. I want fitness to be about freedom, not just aesthetics, and that shift changes everything about how we train. We start with falls, because the stakes are real. CDC data shows more than one in four adults age 65 and older falls each year, leading to millions of emergency department visits and tens of thousands of deaths from fall-related injuries. That’s heavy, but it’s not a prophecy. Falls are not an inevitable part of aging, and the CDC points directly to strength training and balance training as key tools for fall prevention. Then we run a practical functional fitness reality check and connect the dots between “gym moves” and daily life: squats for getting up from chairs and toilets, hinges and deadlifts for lifting without wrecking your back, farmer’s carries for groceries and luggage, step-ups for stairs and trails, plus rows and push-ups for real-world pulling and pushing. We finish with simple balance work you can start now and questions that help you define what you want your body to do 10, 20, even 30 years from today. If this helps, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more people can train for a life they love. Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

  4. Sep 11

    Bone Density Basics For Midlife Strength

    Bone density isn’t a “later” problem, and it’s definitely not a boring one. I’m breaking down why your bones are living tissue that respond to how you move, how strong you are, what you eat, and even how well you balance and recover from everyday life in midlife. If you’ve ever worried about osteoporosis, osteopenia, or a future fracture, this is the mindset shift that turns fear into a plan. We start with the big lever: load. I explain the difference between weight-bearing exercise (walking, hiking, stairs, dancing) and strength training (squats, lunges, step-ups, bands, dumbbells), and why you don’t need extreme workouts to support bone health. I also share a key safety note: if you have osteoporosis, osteopenia, or a history of fractures, certain loaded spinal flexion and twisting moves may not be right for you, so personalized guidance matters. Next we talk fall prevention, because balance is the quiet superpower that keeps bones intact. I walk through simple balance drills you can do at home, why Tai Chi is so effective, and how “moving through your feet” goes beyond steps by building ankle mobility, foot strength, and confident walking mechanics. Then we hit nutrition for bone health: calcium and vitamin D, why food-first calcium sources often win, and the bigger picture that includes protein, magnesium, vitamin K, and more. I also clear up the soda myth: carbonation isn’t usually the issue, but cola ingredients can be. If you’re ready to act, I created a short, doable 10-day bone density challenge to help you build momentum. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more women can find practical bone health advice that actually works. Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

  5. Aug 28

    Dolly Parton Wisdom For Inside-Out Wellness

    “You can’t heal a body you hate” is the kind of truth that stops you mid-scroll, because it explains why so many wellness plans feel like a fight. We sit with that line and talk honestly about the hidden voice underneath common goals like weight loss, getting stronger, eating better, having more energy, and sleeping well. Wanting change doesn’t make you shallow. Starting from self-disgust just makes the journey harder than it has to be.  We borrow a little wisdom from Dolly Parton and use her quotes as a map for inside-out wellness, body image healing, and sustainable self-care. We unpack how comparison steals your peace, why “find out who you are and do it on purpose” can reset your fitness mindset, and how joy-focused wellness makes room for real life. That means movement you actually enjoy, foods that make you feel good, rest without guilt, and relationships that help you feel connected instead of consumed by the mirror.  We also talk about courage: the bravery it takes to walk into the gym, start over again, and keep going when the scale won’t cooperate. Life storms like injury, menopause changes, stress, grief, and exhaustion can feel like proof your body failed you, but we reframe them as seasons that can grow deeper roots and stronger habits. If you want the rainbow, you put up with the rain, and the “rain” can be simple, consistent care, not punishment.  If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of fixing and criticizing, come join us for a truce and one practical question: what’s one thing you can do this week to care for yourself on purpose? Subscribe to Spandex and Wine, share this with a friend, and leave a review if it resonates. Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

  6. Aug 21

    Feed Your Skin From The Inside

    Your skin isn’t just reacting to what you put on it, it’s responding to what you put in your body and how you live day to day. We’re wrapping up our skin series by stepping back from the endless lineup of cleansers, serums, and “miracle” products and looking at what actually gives skin the raw materials to repair and thrive. If you’ve ever felt pulled into skincare rabbit holes and conflicting internet advice, this conversation is your reset. We talk about why skin health is tied to the same systems that run the rest of you: gut, liver, hormones, immune function, and especially blood sugar. That’s where ultra-processed foods come in. No guilt and no “never eat a cookie again” rules, but we do get honest about the difference between an occasional treat and a diet built around packaged, engineered foods. We also break down glycation in plain language, think “sugar sticking where you don’t want it to stick,” and why that matters for collagen and long-term skin aging. From there, we move into practical nutrition for glowing skin: prioritizing protein for tissue repair, adding vitamin C rich foods to support collagen production, and using supplements as tools instead of substitutes for whole-food nutrition. We also hit hydration, including what water can help with and what it can’t, plus the lifestyle basics that show up on your skin over time: sleep, stress, movement, and nervous system regulation. If you want clearer, calmer guidance on skin care from the inside out, hit play, then subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

  7. Aug 14

    I’m Done Making Myself Smaller So Others Feel Comfortable

    Some weeks don’t call for a bubble bath and a glass of wine, they call for a hard reset. I almost didn’t record, but what came out is one of the most honest conversations I’ve shared on Spandex and Wine: what happens when you realize you’ve been taking care of everyone else and putting yourself last, and how “playing it safe” quietly steals your voice over time.  I talk about the fear behind being careful with opinions, posts, and conversations, especially when you work in wellness and feel like you’re supposed to have everything figured out. After nearly 25 years in the wellness industry, I’ve made mistakes, changed my mind, and learned the hard way that growth requires truth. I’m not here to be reckless or pretend I know everything, but I am here to stop making myself smaller so other people stay comfortable. That mindset shift ties directly into healthy lifestyle habits, boundaries, burnout recovery, and real self-care that goes beyond food and fitness.  We also land on the line I can’t stop thinking about: you can be grateful for where you are while still wanting something different. You can love the life you’ve built and still have the courage to build the next chapter. If you’ve felt pressure to disappear as you get older, or to be a polished version of yourself to keep the peace, consider this your permission slip to want more, speak up, and take up space.  If this hits home, subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next, share the episode with a friend, and leave a five-star review to help more women find the show. What’s one place you’re ready to stop playing it safe? Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

  8. Aug 7

    If Your Skin Could Talk, What Would It Say

    Your skin might be giving you data, not drama. We’re so used to treating every new rash, breakout, or dry patch like a product problem, but sometimes the real story is happening underneath the surface and your skin is simply the messenger. I walk through how the body’s systems connect in predictable patterns: chronic stress affects sleep, sleep affects food choices, nutrition affects inflammation, and everything downstream can show up on your skin. We dig into the liver’s outsized role in wellness and why issues like jaundice, persistent itching without a rash, spider angiomas, red palms, or easy bruising can be worth a thoughtful conversation with a healthcare provider. We also talk about alcohol in a Spandex and Wine kind of way: moderation matters because your liver matters. From there, we explore skin tags and the research link to insulin resistance, plus what blood sugar imbalance can look like on the skin, including slow wound healing, dryness, texture changes, infections, and dark velvety patches in folds like the neck or underarms. We round it out with the gut-skin axis, explaining why acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea are complex and why “it’s just your gut” is usually too simple. If you’ve been tempted to duct tape over the check engine light with another miracle serum, this conversation brings you back to curiosity, pattern spotting, and whole-body habits. Subscribe, leave a five-star review, and share this with a friend who’s trying to make sense of what their skin is saying. Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com

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Spandex & Wine is a podcast for finding balance between being healthy & living a happy life. Hosted by Robin Hackney, a 23-year veteran in the fitness industry & wine consultant, this is a place to be our authentic selves as we have real conversations exploring wellness and all things wine! Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode.

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  • Creator
    Robin Hackney
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    240
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Spandex & Wine
  • Show Website
    Spandex & Wine

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