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Welcome to "Finding Food & Fitness Freedom”, an Empowered RX Podcast!

Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of CrossFit athlete Chandler Garlow. From her youth and gymnastics days to overcoming disordered eating through treatment, Chandler shares her path to becoming a competitive CrossFit Games athlete.

Balancing recovery and intense training, she embodies determination, patience, introspection, and the power of vulnerability. A former nurse turned CrossFit coach, Chandler's resilience shines through as she opens up about her experiences.

Join us in celebrating this badass woman's strength, both in mind and body, as she shares her story.


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Unhealed trauma can affect your life in many ways. Our guest, Quinn Padilla, knows this both personally and professionally. Join Leah and Quinn in this episode of Finding Food and Fitness Freedom where Quinn shares her story about overcoming childhood trauma, assault and domestic violence/relationship abuse (TW). She has combined her personal experience with a strong clinical education to start her own business, Rella Wellness, where she helps her clients find healing after trauma. Quinn uses a variety of tools in her work such as EMDR, Brain spotting, EFT, IFS and talk therapy. She is resilient, brave and influential woman who we are so glad to know. To find Quinn head to: Instagram @itsquinnpadilla or head to her website: www.rellawellness.com

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In this episode Leah discusses women’s health, shedding light on the powerful connection between fat intake, hormone balance and mental health. We debunk diet-culture myths and explore how embracing nutrient-rich fats can empower women to nourish in both mind and body.

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Join Empowered Coach Haley and guest Kate Whetsel as they dive deep! Kate Whetsel is a dedicated fitness enthusiast and co-owner of Resolve Fitness, located in the vibrant city of Seattle, Washington. As a Certified Personal and Health Coach, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her clients, helping them achieve their fitness and wellness goals.



Kate's commitment to her craft is evident through her impressive certifications, including CrossFit Level 1 and Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach. In 2022, she furthered her expertise by completing Stacy Sim's Menopause for Athletes Course, demonstrating her dedication to addressing the unique needs of her clients at every stage of life.



Kate's life journey has been marked by adaptability and resilience, as she proudly identifies as a Military Spouse. Alongside her military service commitment, she takes on the role of a devoted mom to two teenagers and two cherished fur babies, embodying the balance between family and personal growth.



One of Kate's fitness passions is kettlebell training, where she showcases her expertise in mastering this versatile tool to enhance her clients' strength and overall well-being. Her dedication to helping others shines through in her work, both in-person at Resolve Fitness and online through her social media presence.



You can connect with Kate and discover more about her fitness journey and coaching by reaching out to her at katewhetsel@resolvefitnessballard.com or following her on Instagram at @reallifefitbykate.






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Tune in to this amazing episode with recovery warrior Jackie. Jackie has been our client for about a year and we are so very proud of her as she celebrates 1 year of full recovery from disordered eating and 3 years of recovery from self-harm.



Listen to her story of resilience and strength as she overcomes childhood trauma, navigating a Broken Foster System, mental health struggles and more. Jackie tells all and explains how important it is to have the right supports in place on the road to recovery.


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Hey there, freedom seekers! Welcome back to another empowering episode of the *Finding Food and Fitness Freedom Podcast*. Today, we're diving headfirst into a topic that's been weighing on our minds: the legendary "shorts struggle." Ladies, you know what we mean – finding that perfect pair that makes you feel unstoppable, only to have doubts creep in. 🩳



But here's the deal – those doubts? They don't stand a chance against the fierce determination of our incredible guests. We've got our amazing staff on board, sharing side-splitting stories of breaking free from the chains of shorts standards imposed by a world that just can't keep up. From internal debates to full-blown "I am rocking these shorts!" moments – we're unpacking it all.



And let's address another truth: most shorts don't cater to the diversity of real women's bodies. But we're saying enough is enough. To the woman with a pillow on her lap, we see you. To the one staring at those uncomfy shorts in the closet, we've been there. It's time to rewrite the script.



Join us as we challenge every woman to embrace the *shorts revolution* before Fall's end! Snap a pic, tag us, and show the world you're here to reclaim your confidence. We're not just kicking ass; we're dismantling diet culture, one pair of shorts at a time. Let's flip the narrative and let those beautiful bodies shine, in all their shapes and sizes. 🌟🦋



Tune in, let's laugh, let's conquer, and let's rock those damn shorts like the fierce warriors we are!



#ShortsRevolution #BodyPositivity #ConfidenceUnleashed #DismantleDietCulture #RockTheShorts



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