Between Two Coaches Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava

In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick are joined by sports dietitian and personal trainer Holley Samuel to discuss postpartum return to exercise and running. They address the misinformation and harmful influence of influencers who promote underfueling during workouts. Holley shares her personal experience of exercising throughout her pregnancy and the challenges she faced. The conversation highlights the need for more education and support for postpartum athletes. Holley Samuel shares her experience of returning to fitness after pregnancy and the importance of listening to her body and seeking professional guidance. She emphasizes the benefits of staying active during pregnancy and the role of pelvic floor physical therapy in postpartum recovery. Holley also discusses the challenges of balancing self-care with mom guilt and the need for empathy and understanding from coaches working with parents. Nick and Amanda end the episode with 3 Questions for Holley.

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(00:00) Introduction and Welcome Holley

(07:58) The Harmful Influence of Underfueling Trends

(17:21) Holley's Pregnancy Fitness Journey

(26:39) Balancing Fitness and Motherhood

(39:21) Navigating Societal Pressures and Mom Guilt

(51:40) Supporting Moms as a Coach

(01:06:56) Three Questions with Holley

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Holley Samuel is a sports dietitian & personal trainer who helps runners learn to fuel their bodies to reach their health and performance goals without restriction at her practice Holley Fueled Nutrition. As an eating disorder informed dietitian, she helps runners improve their relationships with food, incorporate a healthier mindset around body image, and navigate a world where dieting is unfortunately, the norm holding athletes back from reaching their fullest potential. She is an avid runner & lover of all things food and fitness and resides in New Hampshire with her family.



Holley IG - @holleyfuelednutrition

Work with Holley - https://holleyfuelednutrition.com/
Holley Podcast - Apple Spotify

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Contact us:

Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠

Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠

Buy Me A Coffee

Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com

In this episode, Amanda and Nick discuss Anxiety and Pressure in Athletics. They start by talking about Amanda's experience running the women's only New York City Mini 10K and Nick's long run. The hosts share listener love and answer a question about the Chicago Marathon. They also air their grievances about cottage cheese. The main theme of the episode is anxiety and pressure in athletics. They talk about how Anxiety and pressure can manifest in fitness and sports. They share their own experiences with Pressure/Anxiety in their journey and talk about how coaches can help athletes with these feelings.

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(00:00) Long Runs and Mini 10k's

(09:20) The Chicago Marathon

(15:08) The Great Cottage Cheese Debate

(20:25) Anxiety/Pressure in Athletics

(24:44) Nick and Amanda experiencing Anxiety/Pressure

(36:24) The Impact of Social Media

(42:18) Adapting Training and Goals

(46:36) The Importance of Self-Awareness

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Contact us:

Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠

Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠

https://buymeacoffee.com/betweentwocoaches

Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com

In this episode, Coach Amanda shares her personal experience with an eating disorder and how it has informed her role as a coach. She emphasizes the importance of understanding that eating disorders have little to do with food or physical size and that the false narrative around them can prevent people from getting the help they need. The hosts also share listener love and answer a question about lessons they've learned in coaching.



In this conversation, Amanda shares her personal journey with eating disorders and the ongoing challenges she faces in recovery. She emphasizes that recovery is not a linear process and that eating disorders are complex mental health disorders that can affect people of all ages, genders, and body types. Amanda also discusses the importance of support and understanding from friends, family, and healthcare professionals. She highlights the need for safe and informed fitness professionals who can provide appropriate guidance and support for individuals with eating disorders. Overall, the conversation aims to raise awareness and promote empathy for those struggling with eating disorders.
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(00:00) Real Life Update with Birds, Frogs & Dancing

(07:22) Listener Love and Lessons in Coaching

(16:23) Amanda's Journey with Eating Disorder

(24:30) Impact of Personal Experiences on Mental Health

(27:32) The Complexity of Recovery and Disordered Behaviors

(35:31) Misconceptions and Realities of Recovery from Eating Disorders

(50:35)Challenges in the Fitness Industry and Support for Recovery

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Balance Treatment Center — https://balancedtx.com/ 

Project HEAL https://www.theprojectheal.org/ 

National Alliance for Eating Disorders https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/
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Contact us:

Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠

Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠

https://buymeacoffee.com/betweentwocoaches

Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com

In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick are joined by Vicky Sekely, co-host of the TrainSmartRunStrong podcast. They discuss the role of influencers in the fitness industry and the challenges of navigating social media as a coach. They highlight the prevalence of false claims and misleading information on social media, particularly among fitness influencers. They also discuss the importance of nuance and storytelling in conveying accurate information and debunking myths. The conversation emphasizes the need for coaches to protect their clients from misinformation and provide evidence-based guidance. In this conversation, Vicky, Amanda, and Nick discuss the challenges of navigating social media as influencers and coaches. They talk about setting boundaries, being authentic, and avoiding comparison. They also touch on the importance of mental health and the need for virtual options in the physical therapy industry. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for balance and perspective in the online world.
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(00:00) Intro with Vicky, How we met

(08:23) What is an influencer?

(24:55) Social Media impact as a Coach

(32:02) Short attention spans and Instant Gratification

(39:47) Navigating Social Media as an Athlete/Coach

(46:29) Balancing Social Media as a Job and showing up for myself

(56:46) One thing that would be important for a content consumer

(59:50) Guest Q&A

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Victoria Sekely is a Physical Therapist with a passion for all things running. Victoria graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgetown University and went on to complete her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University. Victoria is also a USATF Level 1 and RRCA certified run coach. She is dedicated to helping runners of all levels by using her skills and knowledge to assist runners who are rehabbing from an injury, interested in injury prevention, and/or looking to improve their training with custom running programs.


You can find her at:

TrainSmartRunStrong

TrainSmartRunStrong Podcast

Work with her at:

TrainSmartRunStrong.com


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Contact us:

Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠

Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠

https://buymeacoffee.com/betweentwocoaches

Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com

In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss imposter syndrome in fitness. They talk about their recent week, including Coach Nick being sick and dealing with frogs and Coach Amanda's recent race at Brooklyn Half. They address a listener question about the importance of cadence in running and share a positive review. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Spring Energy gels and the discrepancy between the claimed and actual nutritional content. In this conversation, Amanda and Nick discuss imposter syndrome in fitness and running. They share their personal experiences with feeling like imposters and not belonging in certain athletic spaces. They emphasize the importance of acknowledging one's strengths and not comparing oneself to others. They also discuss the negative impact of imposter syndrome on mindset and performance, and how it can limit athletes from taking risks and fully participating in their chosen sport. They provide tips for overcoming imposter syndrome, such as participating in supportive communities, supporting oneself through positive self-talk, and not apologizing for one's abilities or limitations.




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(00:20) Our Week

(09:37) Listener Love and Review

(16:03) That's That Bullshit - Spring Energy Edition

(20:50) Imposter Syndrome Our Stories

(27:51)The Impact of Perfectionism and Disqualifying Statements

(33:44)Celebrating Every Start and Supporting Others

(36:14)Participating in Inclusive Fitness Communities

(39:08)Practicing Positive Self-Talk and Self-Advocacy

(46:41)Supporting and Uplifting Each Other in the Fitness Community

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Contact us:

Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠

Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠

https://buymeacoffee.com/betweentwocoaches

Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com

In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss red and green flags when hiring coaches. They also talk about the role of coaching and why it's important to hire a coach or personal trainer. The discuss how coaching goes beyond just numbers in a log; it's about having a supportive cheerleader who understands your passion for running or fitness. They also address the harmful elitism and gatekeeping in the running community and emphasize the importance of inclusivity and support for all athletes. In this episode, Amanda and Nick discuss red flags and green flags of coaching. They highlight the importance of good communication, meeting athletes where they're at, and giving guidance based on facts and science. They also emphasize the need for coaches to admit when they don't know something and to be informed about eating disorders. The episode concludes with a reminder to coaches to support their athletes and create a network of trusted providers.



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(01:15) Real Life Talk aka Frogs, Tattoos and Boston

(13:51) Listener Love Q&A and Review

(21:04) Red Flags with Coaching

(26:14) Transformation and Growth: The Ultimate Goal of Coaching

(32:30) Listening to Athletes' Goals and Desires

(36:13) Trainers working outside their scope

(40:47) Bonus Red Flag

(42:59) Green Flags

(47:08) Admitting when you don't know

(51:57) Bonus Green Flag - Eating DIsordered Informed Coaching



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Contact us:

Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠

Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠

Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com