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Bars and BellasLife Hacks with Kara and JoJoin Kara and Joanna as they discuss tips and tricks that they have implemented into their day to day lives!2025-06-0556 minBars and BellasKara & Jo Q&ATaking a break from health and wellness topics and just having a fun get to know Kara & Jo conversation. Join us as we ask each other some hard hitting and hilarious questions.2025-04-241h 01Bars and BellasDebunking Fitness MythsJoin Kara and Joanna as they chat about some common fitness and pilates myths!52025-03-271h 03Bars and BellasSelf Love/Honouring YourselfJoin Kara and Joanna as they talk about how self love has changed for them recently. Also enjoy our "Self Love" podcast from two years ago.2025-02-271h 56Bars and BellasFitness TrendsJoin Kara and Joanna as they discuss current fitness trends.2025-01-3049 minBars and BellasWhats happening this fallJoin Kara and Joanna as they wrap up their season with news of what's coming this studio in the fall! We have a lot of exciting things coming!2024-08-2938 minBars and BellasSummer and FitnessJoin Kara and Joanna as they talk about how they stay on track during the summer while also enjoying all the summer BBQ's and drinks. They have strategies for how you can make that happen too!2024-07-3155 minBars and BellasBody TypesJoin Kara and Joanna as they discuss body type in fitness and some of the stereotypes and insecurities they've battled. 2024-06-271h 02Bars and BellasMeet Coach MelJoin Kara and Joanna as they chat all things fitness and nutrition with Coach Mel. They share how they've changed over the years, things they've learned and what they wish they could tell their younger selves.Find Coach Mel on instagram @melissachatigny2024-05-301h 17Bars and BellasThe Secret to HappinessJoin Kara and Joanna as they discuss what they think the secret to happiness is and why they think striving for it isn't always all its cracked up to be. 2024-04-2543 minBars and BellasThe Latest Fitness FAD We've Been Doing For YearsJoin Kara and Joanna as they discuss all things Pilates and why they have made it such a big part of Raise the Bar!2024-03-281h 11Bars and BellasWe're Back!!Well guys its been a hot minute but we are back! Join us as we recap what's been happening in studio and in our lives in the last year and a half.2024-02-291h 02Bars and BellasLessons We've Learned This YearJoin Kara and Joanna as they recap 2022 and discuss things they learned. Things that went well and things that didn't and what they are looking forward to in 2023.2022-10-241h 18Bars and BellasCommunication2022-08-221h 10Bars and BellasF*ck Hot Girl SummerJoin Kara and Joanna as they discuss their feelings on "hot girl summer" and the societal pressures surrounding the fitness industry. 2022-07-2551 minBars and BellasThe "S" Word Part 2Part 1 was such a hit we had peeps asking for more. So join Kara and Joanna as they chat with Jasmine Fleming about all things sex. The good the bad and the ugly. From sex toys to multiple partners. Hope you enjoy the show!TW: Mention of sexual assaultWebsites mentioned:www.funfactory.comwww.lovehoney.caStores Mentioned:Traveling Tickle Truck - Located in Edmonton2022-06-201h 49Bars and BellasGetting Real About Eating Disorders with Kathie PowellJoin Kara and Joanna as they have a powerful conversation with Kathie Powell.TW: This episode is about Kathies battle with a lifelong eating disorder. Kathie share with us some of her hardships and ups and downs of dealing with eating disorders and how some of of grief training has helped her start a journey of healing. Some resources Kathie wanted us to share:Alberta Wellness Center For Eating Disorders2715 Ellwood Drive SWEdmonton AB, T6X0P7albertawellnessed@gmail.com780-977-7062Two books she recommends:2022-05-161h 12Bars and BellasGoals and Life CheckinIn this episode Kara and Joanna checkin with each other about what's been going on in their lives. They chat goals, healing, setting boundaries and more!2022-05-0244 minBars and BellasMeet Our Practitioner PamJoin Kara and Joanna as they interview Pam Fischer. You may have seen Pam around RTB and wondered what exactly she does. We had a hard time describing it so decided to do a whole podcast on it. Tune in to find out!2022-04-181h 11Bars and BellasSpeaking Your Truth with Amy CrosslandIn this episode Joanna and Kara had the pleasure of talking with long time client and friend Amy Crossland. Join us as she shares her story of adoption and how she went on a journey of self discovery and speaking her own truth. 2022-03-211h 12Bars and BellasReal Talk with Our HusbandsIn this episode Kara and Joannas husbands join the podcast! They share their thoughts on previous podcast topics and what its like to be married to two gym owners. 2022-02-211h 31Bars and BellasNew Year New GoalJoanna and Kara kick off season three by ringing in the New Year. In this episode join them as they discuss their thoughts on New Years Resolutions. Each year this hot topic comes up with plenty of varying opinions. 2022-01-2446 min
The Inner Circle with Carrie DollJoanna Kissick & Kara Bell: How the Pandemic Affected Business, Friendship & PassionJoanna Kissick & Kara Bell are two hardworking fitness experts and co-creators of Raise the Bar, a boutique gym in Edmonton, who have a deep, meaningful connection after going through some of the hardest times of their lives so far, in part due to the effects of COVID-19 on their business and on their lives. This week, Joanna and Kara deep dive into their partnership, how they met, how well they work together, navigating their business through the constantly shifting government restrictions to stay afloat, how community remains the most important part of their business, and so much more. Theirs...2022-01-041h 01
Bars and BellasRaw & Real RecapJoin Kara and Joanna as they recap the last year and recount their struggles and joys. They also have a very special announcement to make so make sure you tune in. This is one episode you don't want to miss!2021-11-281h 07
Bars and BellasQuestion & Answer Part 2Brought back by popular demand! Our last question and answer episode was a hit. This time we dig a little deeper and share some more intimate and vulnerable details about ourselves. 2021-11-221h 24
Bars and BellasThe "S" WordHope you guys are ready for this one. In this podcast Kara and Joanna want to normalize talking about sex. We are taught pretty early on that this is something you dont talk about creating this cycle of embarrassment or shame. We want to empower people to have these conversations if they want to. To explore their own sexuality and to shatter the idea of what is "normal." That label gets thrown around way too often in conversations like these. Everyone has different experiences, likes and dislikes and we need to stop considering anything outside of our preconceived notions "...2021-10-2556 minBars and BellasLets Talk About HealthIn this episode Kara and Joanna discuss the labels that are placed on different health aspects. They dive into why these labels can be extremely harmful and dangerous and how our own biases can shift how we label things. 2021-09-2055 min
Bars and BellasPressures, Trends and So Much MoreIn this episode Kara and Joanna take a dive into discussing different pressures and trends females face. They touch on the controversy surrounding the Norwegian women's beach handball team and their feelings on the topic. 2021-08-2346 minBars and BellasThe Hats We WearIn this episode Kara and Joanna talk about the different roles they play in their lives and the stress and pressure that can come from them. As female business owners we often feel that the hats we wear are endless as we try to balance being wifes, sisters, daughters, and entrepreneurs.Find us on instagram:@raisethebar_kara@raisethebar_joanna@raisethebar_sp2021-07-191h 10Bars and BellasLearning from FailureIn this episode Kara and Joanna discuss their own failures in relationships, business and personal lives. Learn how they've grown from these failures and how it helped them become who they are today. Find them on Instagram@raisethebar_sp@raisethebar_joanna@raisethebar_kara2021-06-211h 17Bars and BellasStrategies for SuccessIn this episode Kara and Joanna discuss how they keep themselves on track in different aspects of their lives. Join them as they talk about their own struggles and their techniques for getting past those struggles.Follow us on instagram:@Raisethebar_sp@Raisethebar_Kara@Raisethebar_Joanna2021-05-2449 minBars and BellasBody ImageIn this episode join Kara and Joanna as they discuss body image and self esteem. They share stories of their own struggles with body image and things that have helped them heal their relationships with their bodies.Any questions feel free to send them to info@raisethebarsp.caFollow us on instagram:@barsandbellaspodcast@raisethebar_sp@raisethebar_joanna@raisethebar_kara2021-04-1246 minBars and BellasSustainable FitnessIn this episode Kara and Joanna discuss their tips on how to make fitness a sustainable lifestyle choice. From budget to burnout they cover the potential roadblocks that could knock you off your fitness journey and discuss how to make sure you you stay on track.Any questions after listening reach out to info@raisethebarsp.caFind us on Instagram@Raisethebar_sp@Raisethebar_joanna@Raisethebar_kara2021-03-2256 minBars and BellasLet's Talk NutritionIn this episode Kara and Joanna discuss their own highs coming off a 5 week friendly fitness challenge that had a big nutrition component. They also discuss their own nutrition battles and what has worked for them and what hasn't. Kara also shares her thoughts on the different diets you can find out there and potential pros and cons of them. Any questions after listening reach out to info@raisethebarsp.caFind us on Instagram@Raisethebar_sp@Raisethebar_joanna@Raisethebar_kara2021-02-2248 minBars and BellasSelf Care & Self LoveIn this episode Kara and Joanna discuss what they think self care is and their own self care habits. They also discuss self love and how this can be tied into our self care routines. 2021-01-2457 minBars and BellasQuestion & Answer PeriodIn this episode Kara and Joanna are in the hot seat with all of your questions! 2020-06-081h 11Bars and BellasWomen & LiftingIn this episode Kara and Joanna discuss some myths about women and lifting as well as some of their experiences facing judgments and stereotypes about women who lift.2020-05-1851 min
Bars and BellasMindsetIn this episode Kara and Joanna talk about mindset and how they've seen it affect their clients not just in the gym but in their day to day life. This Podcast was inspired by the book Growth Mindset by Carol Dweck.2020-04-2750 minBars and BellasOur StoryIn this episode Kara and Joanna talk about how they came to the fitness world, how they met each other, and some of the challenges they faced along the way. 2020-04-0644 min