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RHAP: We Know Reality TVSurvivor 48 B&B Ep 9 with Maggie Morgan and Laura GirardSurvivor 48 B&B Ep 9 with Maggie Morgan and Laura Girard With a new Survivor season upon us, it’s time for Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas to re-open the RHAP B&B! On the B&B, Mike and Liana are inspired by the lighter side of Survivor, featuring a series of segments and games based on what’s […]2025-04-271h 41
RHAP: We Know SurvivorSurvivor 48 B&B Ep 9 with Maggie Morgan and Laura GirardSurvivor 48 B&B Ep 9 with Maggie Morgan and Laura Girard With a new Survivor season upon us, it’s time for Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas to re-open the RHAP B&B! On the B&B, Mike and Liana are inspired by the lighter side of Survivor, featuring a series of segments and games based on what’s […]2025-04-271h 41
Fit LiterateTikTok wants to make it illegal to have a juicy assKayla Itsines backlash, morning routine final boss, and fine, we'll talk about skinnytok (even though we hate that we feel like we have to)2025-04-041h 31
Kan en FrançaisNouveaux traitements anti-migraine : une révolution pour ceux qui en souffrent !Dans notre dernier épisode de Kan en français, Yael Bornstein reçoit la Dre Laura Girard Stein, neurologue, pour parler des avancées majeures dans le traitement des migraines. Ces nouvelles solutions offrent de l’espoir à des millions de personnes affectées par cette douleur invisible. 💡 Mais ce n'est pas tout ! La Dre Girard Stein annonce également une série de podcasts sur le sommeil et son impact sur la santé, qui s'annonce passionnante. 😴See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-03-2114 minFit LiterateLast Year's LeftoversJoin the Patreon for exclusive content and video versions of episodes!We didn't get to everything we wanted to in the end of year Q&A, so we're finishing the job! In this episode we answered questions about what to do when you don't like lifting, managing your relationship with metrics, dealing with diet triggers, and Carolyn's experience with long COVID.2025-02-171h 19Fit LiterateThe Official FitLit 2025 Bingo CardWe peered into our crystal balls to divine predictions for the new year. Enjoy the episode while we go touch some grass (:2025-01-041h 09Fit LiterateFeeling Loose and Craving Meat(We don't actually do 2025 predictions in this episode)
We're rounding out the year with a look back at 2024 highs and lows and listener Q's!
For bonus content and video versions of all episodes, join the Patreon2025-01-011h 22Fit LiterateLock In, Sl*tsEmergency mini episode! We're going ghost mode and to share our thoughts on the "winter arc" trend.2024-11-1332 minFit LiterateA Menace In the StreetsRun Clubs - they're in your city. Crowding the sidewalks, stinking up breweries, and, apparently, replacing dating apps. In this episode we investigate (with many lengthy tangents) why this long time fitness staple is experiencing a surge in popularity. Is the hype real? Are people really finding love at the run club?2024-10-311h 05
UNIQUEWAYS WITH THOMAS GIRARD212 Laura Rodriguez, Product StrategistI'm an IBM Product Strategist with 13 years of experience in User Experience Design, shaping the day-to-day lives of over 250,000 IBM employees worldwide. 2024-10-2419 minFit LiterateExpensive Bikes To NowhereWe're going back to our roots with a classic fitness industry deep dive! Today we're covering two iconic indoor cycling brands - SoulCycle and Peloton.
*Note*: At a couple points Carolyn refers to one of the founders of SoulCycle as Ruth Zuckerberg. This is incorrect- Her name is Ruth Zuckerman.2024-09-261h 28
Model CitizenKeeping It Authentic, De-Influencing and Surviving Grief with Laura GirardOn this week’s podcast, the girls are thrilled to welcome Laura Girard! Laura reveals how she tailors her personal training to each client’s unique needs, showing how her approach to de-influencing complements her methods. The conversation takes a turn as the girls share their personal journeys through grief and how these experiences have transformed them. Also, why showing up as our authentic selves even on our bad days is crucial to seeing the change we want in our society. Follow Laura! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura.girard Tiktok: https...2024-08-291h 01Fit LiteratePeople Experience All Kinds of ThingsPart 3 of the summer Q&A series. Thanks for listening!
Bonus episodes (including part 2 of this series) is on the Patreon! Click here to join2024-07-111h 22Fit LiterateYou Don't Need To Be Doing All ThatWe've been training the last 6 weeks for this yapathon!
In this episode we rant about anti-fat fitness "motivation" and answer your questions about macro trackers, DOMS, cycle syncing, and more.
Check out the Patreon for bonus content and early access to new episodes :)2024-06-081h 22
The Everygirl PodcastReclaim Your Fitness Routine and (Actually) Feel More Motivated, With Laura Girard#104: Do you want to feel more motivated to improve your fitness? Are you struggling to find the balance between wanting to achieve health goals while supporting and loving your body? Fitness coach Laura Girard is changing the workout game with "body-friendly fitness," or movement that acknowledges every body is different and approaches health without shame or diet culture. In today's episode, Laura shares how to cut through the toxic messaging and marketing ploys to build a routine that works best for your mind, body, and lifestyle. Laura also busts myths why the word "toned" is a marketing scheme or...2024-05-141h 13
UNIQUEWAYS WITH THOMAS GIRARD184 Laura Pol, Founderolio.studio is an independent design practice specializing in branding, typography and digital content. We deliver effective solutions driven by creativity, imagination and humanity. 2024-04-1021 minFit LiterateTraining for the Diet AdpocalypseNOTE: Due to some tech difficulties this episode got cut a little short We're really hoping to have it all resolved by our next recording session!
In this episode we talked about some of the weird diet-y ads some of you have been getting targeted with as well as the Oprah Ozempic special and doomsday prepper fitness propaganda on reels. Enjoy!
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Sauvagement sincères19. Magie et Marketing : dans le Chaudron de Laura GouletRejoins Maude et Jessica pour un épisode spécial avec Laura Goulet, experte en stratégie médias sociaux et copywriting, où elle nous ouvre son cœur sur son aventure entrepreneuriale.
Laura nous raconte comment elle a transformé sa peur de la vente en une quête de sens, en choisissant d'aider plutôt que de vendre.
Avec beaucoup d'authenticité, elle partage ce qui la guide quotidiennement : changer notre regard sur l'échec, bâtir notre résilience, et surtout, suivre nos passions. 🌟
Découvre aussi le Chaudron, le projet de Laura, un espace en ligne...2024-03-2150 minFit LiterateEating Disorders on the InternetIn this episode we're talking about online eating disorder communities, the way they have changed (and stayed the same) overtime with social media and censorship, and how to know if the algorithm has put you on a pipeline to disordered eating.If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek out support. Your can find resources here.
Sources:
https://anad.org/eating-disorder-statistic/https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/statistics/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9875472/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6769899/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/p...2024-03-141h 17Fit LiterateMeeting of the MindsWe brought on friends of the pod, Kaitlyn Moore and Lauren Leavell, to talk about the recent phenomenon of "body positive" influencers pivoting to posting about their weight loss journeys. We highly recommend this episode of Kaitlyn's podcast, Dose of Sass, as a companion listen2024-02-2355 minFit LiterateThe Official Fit Literate 2024 In & Out ListIt's 2024 and we are back with our official (sort of) In and Out list for the new year. We asked for the products, apps, brands, and trends you're seeing most on social media and we're giving our rapid-fire takes!
A video version of this episode is available on patreon! 2024-01-241h 06
Real Personal Branding Podcast - Business Building for Keynote Speakers, Personal Brand, Personal Development, Coaches, Consultants, and EntrepreneursBalance, Boundaries, Grief and Business with Laura Girard | Real Personal Branding Podcast with Lauren V. Davis, for entrepreneurs, public speakers, business ownersOn today’s episode of the REAL Personal Branding podcast, Lauren sits down with New York City-based online fitness coach Laura Girard. Laura is a multi-certified personal trainer, co-host of the Fit Literate podcast, and founder of The Energy Academy - a global virtual fitness studio where she's helped over 200 people keep their bodies moving since March 2020. She is passionate about harnessing the connective power of social media to create community and start conversations about growth, self-compassion, and the messy business of babysitting yourself. During their conversation, Lauren and Laura unpack how she found a passion for bu...2024-01-1756 min
Exercise Inside Out#020 - (Wie) Wirkt Höhentraining? - E.S.C.A.P.E. special mit Laura-Sophie Usinger & Maximilian Höflich"Man muss auch Bock haben Präzise zu arbeiten!"
Nachdem wir in Episode #019 bereits geklärt haben, was physikalisch und physiologisch in der Höhe passiert, widme ich mich mit Laura-Sophie und Max in dieser Folge euren brennenden Fragen:
- Verbessert Höhentraining meine (Ausdauer-)Leistung?
- Welche Höhentrainingsmethoden gibt es?
- Wie lange und wie hoch sollte ich trainieren?
- Was ist das optimale Zeitfenster?
- Wie sollte ich mich auf Höhentraining vorbereiten? UND:
- Für wen lohnt sich Höhentraining?
Alles das erfahrt ihr in dieser Episode, in der wir die neuesten Meta-Analysen zusammenfassen und prax...2023-12-291h 26Fit LiterateWrap It UpFor the last episode of the year we're looking back on 2023, giving advice for your holiday season woes, and predicting fitness and wellness trends for next year.
Thank you for listening with us. See you in 2024! 2023-12-151h 12Fit LiterateStrut Like You Mean It (Ft. Allie Bennett)FREE YOUR MIND!
The Treadmill Strut Queen herself, Allie Bennett (aka @benntheredonethat on TikTok) joined us to talk about her viral fitness trend and what it's like being a full-time content creator. We also dissect 12-3-30 and the Cozy Cardio trends. 2023-11-161h 55Fit Literate(Preview) Julie! 🙃 (ft. Lauren Leavell)Not you Mom, sorry for the confusion.
We got Lauren Leavell to join us behind the paywall for a very special and laughter-filled bonus episode. Listen to the whole thing on the Patreon!2023-11-0201 min
Storylific#65. Yannick Bestaven, navigateur, vainqueur du Vendée GlobeDerrière chaque victoire, il y a la partie non visible de l'iceberg. La ténacité, les années d'entraînement, des échecs à surmonter. La victoire de Yannick Bestaven au dernier Vendée Globe est une véritable histoire de résilience. Quand "le chien fou" ne lâche rien, cela donne une victoire qui donne leurs lettres de noblesse à l'audace et à l'entêtement.
Envie d'entendre de comment se construisent les plus grandes victoires ? Tu es au bon endroit, dans un épisode passion océan.
🖐️ Envie de découvrir les services durables de mon partenaire A.S.Adventure ? C'est...2023-10-3151 minFit LiterateHi Barrebie!We've got the incomparable Lauren Leavell on the pod! We're talking all about Barre fitness, where it started, and Lauren's experience as a barre instructor in person and online.
Lauren's Links:
Instagram @laurenleavellfitness
Tiktok @laurenleavell
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Cultur'LCap vers Vicq sur Breuilh !L’actualité du Musée Cécile Sabourdy est toujours foisonnante : trois expositions, des ateliers et des animations.Laura Girard, chargée de communication, est l’invitée de l’émission. Elle nous présente les trois expositions à découvrir. En contre point des Naifs, « Les Ostensibles » proposent de découvrir des objets de ferveur fascinants de beauté et de délicatesse. Le premier étage du musée accueille Réminiscences d’Eva Lallement.Sous les combles Shuling Liu nous embarque dans une aventure maritime depuis la chambre de Pénélope. Laura Girard nous donne le programme des atel...2023-10-2345 minFit Literate(Preview) Micro-Influencer EXPOSED IN 4KIt's an astrology episode! We're giving you another chance to nurture the parasocial relationship by diving deep into Laura's astro chart.
Join the Patreon to listen to the full episode!2023-10-0507 minFit LiterateFit Lit 101: Intro to Not Being and Asshole to Your Body in CollegeClass is in session! This week we're taking you back-to-school and giving you our best advice for navigating fitness while at college.
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Email your questions and stories to carolynvandlaurag@gmail.com2023-09-281h 15Fit LiteratePledging our allegiance to Tae Bo NationIn the third and final episode of our Vintage Fitness series we're talking about 90's sensation Tae Bo by Billy Blanks.
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email questions and stories to carolynvandlaurag@gmail.com2023-09-141h 18Fit Literate(Preview) Tops and BottomsIn this episode Laura and Carolyn are playing a game they've dubbed "tops and bottoms" and it's 100% less sexy than it sounds.
Listen to the full episode on Patreon!2023-09-0603 min
Complicité autour d'un caféNos 10 favoris du moment #2On est si heureuses et fébriles de vous retrouver après quelques mois avec un nouvel épisode de podcast!! On commence la saison 2 tout en douceur et en légèreté avec un premier épisode sur nos 10 favoris du moment. Oui, oui; on a décidé de faire une partie 2 sur ce sujet comme vous l'aviez grandement apprécié à la saison 1. On prévoit d'ailleurs vous partager un épisode sur cette thématique à chaque saison de podcast!
Tous les liens internet de nos favoris mentionnés dans la vidéo sont ci-bas. En espérant vous faire découvrir de...2023-09-041h 06Fit LiterateYa Like Jazz(ercise)?In part 2/3 of our vintage fitness series, we're diving into the history of one of the most influential fitness franchises of the past: Jazzercise!
For bonus episodes (including part 1 of this series) and early access to new feed episodes, join the Patreon2023-08-251h 02
The Michigan MurdersA Listener Recommendation and Case UpdatesIn this episode Laura and Stepfanie discuss the 2017 murder of Ana Carrillo and Stefanie discusses updates on the Egypt Covington and Paul Girard cases.2023-08-1739 minFit Literate(Preview) As Seen on TV(Alternate title: Old lady hand jobs in the high school gym)
This week on the Patreon we're throwing it back and talking about two iconic as-seen-on-tv fitness gadgets: the Thigh Master and the Shake Weight.
Join the Patreon to listen to the full episode and get early, ad-free versions of regular episodes!2023-08-1102 min
Hot Dummies on Islands RHAPup PodcastTemptation Island Season 5 Ep 7 Recap | Hot Dummies on IslandsKirsten, Maggie and special guest Laura Girard recap Temptation Island season 5 episode 7 on Hot Dummies on Islands!2023-07-281h 12Fit LiterateNuggets of WisdomIn this week's episode we talk about the mental and emotional components of training, habit building, and coaching. This is technically the last portion of "Making Norm Our Blood Boy" where we went off-script and ended up having such a rich discussion, we just needed to put it on the main feed! The full episode (including the sillier bits) is up on Patreon. 2023-07-2744 minFit Literate(Preview) Making Norm Our Blood BoyThis is a preview of our newest bonus episode. You can listen to it in full on the Patreon! 2023-07-2002 minFit LiterateA Real Girl Dinner Type of EpisodeThis week on Fit Literate we answered listener questions about rest days, podcasts we love, and future deep dive topics. We also figure out what's going on on TikTok with Mustard Lady and the "Girl Dinner" trend. Thanks for listening!
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Email your questions and stories to carolynvandlaurag@gmail.com2023-07-171h 14Fit LiterateBreaking DawnWe are breaking our silence and breaking down the now infamous career of fitness influencer Brittany Dawn! In this episode we dive deep into the rise, the fall, the lawsuit, the rebrand, and the many, many scandals. And, of course, it wouldn't be Fit Lit without a discussion about what this all means for the fitness industry and what lessons you can take away as a fitness consumer or a professional trying to build an online brand of your own.
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La Source du PodcastS01EP18 - GR43 - Interview avec Oliver Cavia ChuLors de l'épisode #18, Maya Crête, Maélie Mantha, Océanne Thériault, Laura Girard et Kellyann Groulx interviewent Oliver Cavia Chu, étudiant originaire d'Espagne, qui est présentement en échange étudiant à Rouyn-Noranda.Bonne écoute !Musique d'intro : Copyright © Diamond_Tunes de Pixabay. Tous droits réservés.2023-06-1206 minFit LiterateCall Her Muscle MommyLo! And behold the muscular goddesses gracing the screens of iphones everywhere! This week we are talking about the (admittedly niche) #musclemommy trend celebrating muscular and strong women. And while the trend isn't much more than vehicle for thirst traps, we're using it as an opportunity to talk about a topic near and dear to our hearts: women and strength.
In this episode we bust historical and contemporary myths about women and weight lifting, give important information and advice for women looking to get into strength training, and highlight three strong women of the past who paved...2023-03-311h 52Fit LiterateThe Pilates EpisodeBuilding on our conversations about the rising trend of low intensity exercise and "hormone balancing" workouts, this week we are taking a deep dive into Pilates! We overview the history of Pilates, discuss the way it's represented on social media, and share insight from actual pilates instructors (because we don't really know what we're talking about.) Use the links below to follow our contributors on the socials!
Linds (@fatbodypilates)
Rachel (@radpilates)
Mychele Sims (@get2werk)
MoJo (@whatmojoloves)
Portia Boston (@portia.boston)
Helen Phelan (@helenvphelan)
Margaret E...2023-03-161h 08
Storylific#49. Les Rêves Ne Meurent Jamais : Sébastien Blémon et Laura GirardUne interview avec Sébastien Blémon, réalisateur du film "Les rêves ne meurent jamais", et de Laura Girard, la productrice.
C'est sans doute l'épisode le plus important de l'année. Elle n'est pas finie loin s'en faut, mais j'en suis certaine, c'est vous dire. Cette discussion rejoint complètement le but du podcast, répondre à la question : mais qu'est-ce qu'ils ont de plus, ceux qui vivent leurs rêves et leurs passions ? Sébastien et Laura sont arrivés à la même réponse que moi : rien. Et pourtant... Dans leur casting il y a Daniel Aute...2023-03-141h 47
Storylific[EXTRAIT] Sébastien Blémon et Laura Girard : réaliser ses rêvesIls ont interviewé tous les profils qui nous font rêver et nous donnent les recettes pour réaliser leur rêve dans cet épisode que j'a-dore et dont je te fournis ici un extrait. Ecouter l'épisode complet: #49
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Voir le film en mars c'est possible au festival : https://wildfilmfestival.be/ (en présence de Laura, Sébastien et aussi de Yan2023-03-1410 minFit LiterateLong, Soft, and PrimedWe're putting the pod in sport mode! This week the Fit Lit ladies indulge their New England roots and tackle the TB12 Method - the training, diet, and lifestyle plan created by Tom Brady and his "body coach" Alex Guerrero.
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Follow Fit Literate on Instagram2023-02-161h 43Fit LiterateThe Yoga With Adriene Episode (ft. Divya Bala)In this week's episode, Laura and Carolyn do a deep(ish) dive into the internet's favorite Yoga teacher, Adriene Mischler and chat with Fit Literate's FIRST EVER GUEST! Huge thank you to Divya Balakrishnan for sitting down to talk with us about the current state of yoga on the internet, how yoga fits into a balanced movement practice, and the importance of supporting South Asian practitioners in an industry that has been continuously whitewashed for white, western sensibilities.
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C...2023-02-021h 26Fit LiterateNew Year, New BullshitHappy New Year! We all know January is the most important month of the year for sales in the fitness, health and wellness industries. So in the first Fit Lit episode of 2023, Carolyn and Laura give their opinions on the products and trends being marketed the hardest. The girls also take some time to empty the pod inbox and answer some email questions and share how their personal resolutions are going so far.
If you like the show, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
To get access to bonus content, join the Patreon! 2023-01-191h 24Fit LiterateFit Literate's Holiday Survival GuideFor the final Fit Literate installment of the year, Carolyn and Laura are sitting you down for one more big sister chat. From dealing with negative body image and setting boundaries around diet talk, to reframing workout priorities and staying consistent through the end-of-the-year hustle, the girls are delivering their most thoughtful and nuanced advice yet to help you get through the holiday season.
Links:
"A Prospective Study of Holiday Weight Gain"
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Follow us on Instagram2022-12-151h 24Fit LiterateThe Cult of Tracy AndersonGet your 3lb weights and fruit purees ready because we are doing a deep dive into celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson and her "research based" method. Content warning for conversations about weight, calories, and disordered eating and exercise behaviors.
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Follow us on instagram @fitliteratepod2022-11-111h 23Fit LiterateSpo0oOky News!Happy Halloween and welcome back Fit Literate listeners! After an (unplanned) break from recording, we are so excited to bring you our takes on some current events and have a little fun getting in the halloween spirit. In this episode we talk about Beachbody rebranding as a "health esteem" company, recap the Discourse around Taylor Swifts new music video, and draft our teams for the SFL (scary fitness league).
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Email your questions, fitness horror stories, and halloween costumes...2022-10-2854 minFit LiterateTrend Forecasting: Fitness EditionWhat's the next big trend in fitness? In this episode we utilize the insights we've gained from rotting our brains on TikTok to predict where we think the pendulum is swinging next. We cover "hormone balancing" workouts, cycle syncing, the resurgence of the pilates and y2k body ideals, and what we think this all means for the future of fitness content online. Thanks for listening!
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To send in your questions and stories, DM on on instagram (@fitliteratepod) or email us at carolynvandlaurag@gmail...2022-09-131h 42Fit LiterateJuicy, Meaty Emails (Ft. Norm)It's a Q&A episode! Thank you to everyone who wrote in. We also tried to #LETNORMSPEAK, but he was feeling mic shy. Maybe next time.
For part one of the Q&A and to support the show, sign up for the Patreon!
Thanks for listening! We love you! 2022-08-251h 09Fit LiterateOn Our Henry David Thoreau Sh*tIt's the "Hot Girl Walk" episode! We're diving into the walking-based fitness trend that's been blowing up on TikTok for the last few months, some fun facts about the history of walking for wellness, and the details of our personal ideal HGW. Because really, who doesn't love to take a stroll outside with a little drink?
If you want us to answer your question or read a message from you on the next episode, email it to us at carolynvandlaurag@gmail.com or DM us on instagram @fitliteratepod
For bonus episodes and to support the...2022-08-111h 19Fit LiterateThis Shit Is BANANAS (YouTube Vegans pt.2)B-A-N-A-N-A-S! For part two of our YouTube vegans episode we are covering Healthy Emmy, High Carb Hannah, and yes, FreeLee the Banana Girl. We also give suggestions for a few vegan content creators who we think are worth following. Next week we'll be back with a mini on the main feed and bonus episode on the Patreon (click here to join).
CW: disordered eating, anti-fatness2022-07-281h 08Fit LiterateHitting It Raw (YouTube Vegans pt. 1)Is that poop in your eye or are you just happy to see us?
This is part one of a two part episode about vegan youtubers. In this episode we talk about Yovana (Rawvana), Alyse Parker (Raw Alignment) Mr. and Mrs. Vegan, and Fully Raw Kristina. The controversy, the drama, the scandal and speculation!! We don't think you're ready for this organic, home-made, high-carb-low-fat, raw vegan jelly.
CW: disordered eating, extreme diets, and antisemitism
To get access to exclusive episodes, become a member of the Patreon!2022-07-221h 38Fit LiterateEnergy Bite: Group Fitness Survival GuideLaura, our resident group fitness expert, shares her tips on feeling comfortable and confident when trying a group fitness class for the first time. Whether you are new to classes in general or thinking of switching up your normal routine, this survival guide will help you calm your pre-class jitters.
For exclusive episodes, subscribe to the Patreon2022-07-1415 minFit LiterateDetox: No Pain, No GainDoes workout out have to hurt to be effective? For sure not. But with classic fitness cliche's like "No pain, no gain" being parroted in gyms for decades it can be easy to think that pain is a necessary part of exercise. In this Detox episode, Carolyn helps you set boundaries around discomfort in movement.
For exclusive episodes, join the Patreon!2022-07-1417 min
Fit LiterateFilter FeedersIn the age of social media, photo retouching has taken on a whole new life. We live in a world where a free app on your phone can let you take a video that looks like you've gotten a nose job, a BBL, and a professionally done soft-glam makeup look. And while it can be easy to see filters as fun and harmless or an easy way to look more "presentable" online, they don't come without their consequences. In this episode Carolyn and Laura talk about the feedback loop between filters and beauty standards, the history of photo retouching...2022-06-301h 50Fit LiterateUNLOCKED: Sticky Stories and Goopy GamesSince we're taking a little break this month, we thought we'd release one of the Patreon episodes to hold you over until we return with some fresh new content. In this Patreon exclusive episode Laura recounts a ... sticky situation from her latest influencer escapades and the girls play the price is right with the weirdest items they could find in the Goop online store. This episode originally aired on 5/19/22.
Sign up for the Patreon to listen to the other exclusive episodes and to support the show!2022-06-171h 07Fit LiterateThe Beachbody EpisodeThis week, Laura and Carolyn take of fitness industry juggernaut, Beachbody. Over the last 24 years Beachbody has been responsible for launching the careers of some of the most popular celebrity trainers, releasing some of the most iconic fitness programs of the 2000's and 2010's, and roping thousands of people into selling overpriced protein powder to their old high school acquaintances through facebook messenger. Has Beachbody lived up to its claims of making the world a better place? Or is it just another example of a prolific company prioritizing profit over the wellbeing of their customers? (hint: It's a little...2022-05-262h 00Fit LiterateBikini Body GripesIn this episode Carolyn and Laura dive into the career of Women's Fitness mogul and creator of the Sweat app and Bikini Body Guide (BBG), Kayla Itsines. They explore the influence Kayla and her programs had in the mid-2010's, the changes Kayla has made to her brand over the years, and our opinions on her app, workout programs, and social media presence as they are today.
For access to exclusive episodes, check out the patreon!2022-05-121h 59Fit LiterateDetox: Get In ShapeIn this Detox episode Carolyn talks about the phrase "get in shape," why it can be harmful, and what it has to do with bear cubs and Kim K's Met Gala dress.
Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes!2022-05-0609 minFit LiterateEat DirrtyIs Clean Eating the holy grail to good health like Instagram health coaches would lead you to believe? Probably not. In this episode, Carolyn and Laura explain why eating clean isn't all it's cracked up to be (and maybe doesn't actually exist?)
Join the Patreon for access exclusive episodes!2022-04-281h 28Fit LiterateEnergy Bite: Getting Results!Everybody is looking to get something out of their workouts, but the mainstream fitness industry tends to only center "results" related to the size and appearance of our bodies. This can make it challenging to stick with a workout program or long-term fitness goal without being sucked back into the diet culture vortex. In this Energy Bite, Laura breaks down other "results" we can pay attention to, track, and work towards when pursuing fitness from a body-neutral perspective.
Check out the first Patreon exclusive episode, now live!2022-04-2115 minFit LiterateDetox: AccountabilityHave you ever started a workout plan or made a fitness goal but struggled to stick to it? In this Detox episode Carolyn breaks down popular accountability strategies in fitness and the key to making sure they actually work for you.
Check out the Patreon and support the show!2022-04-1419 minHot Dummies on Islands RHAPup PodcastTemptation Island | Season 4 Episode 3 RecapJoin your RHAP relationship experts, Kirsten MacInnis and Maggie Morgan plus guest Laura Girard, as they recap episode 3 of Temptation Island season 4.2022-04-011h 17Fit LiterateStay Out of My Diet Culture Swamp!Have you ever used Pinterest to find information and inspiration about fitness, nutrition, or weight loss? If you are one of the millions of users on the site, you probably have - and you've probably encountered some weird, dangerous, and scam-y stuff along the way. In today's episode we discuss the toxic swamp that is the "health and fitness" side of Pinterest. We also touch on how the website played into our own fraught relationships with fitness and body image, how we like to use Pinterest these days, and what we think of the move Pinterest made to ban...2022-03-311h 14Fit LiterateDetox: More is MoreWhen we aren't seeing progress in the gym it's easy to assume it's because we aren't working hard enough (cue Kim K meme), but sometimes, the exact opposite is true. In this detox episode Carolyn explains how approaching fitness with a "more is more" mentality can lead to overtraining, burn-out, and less progress towards your goals.
To support the show, consider becoming a Patron!2022-03-2423 minFit LiterateEnergy Bite: Re-Framing ConsistencyIt's often said that consistency is the key to reaching your goals (in fitness and otherwise) but actually being consistent is easier said than done. In this energy bite, Laura walks you through three questions to help re-frame you understanding on consistency to be less rigid and more effective for reaching your long term goals.
To support the show, consider becoming a patron!2022-03-2412 minFit LiterateThe Blogilates EpisodeCassey Ho of Blogilates has been a popular and influential figure in the online fitness space for well over a decade. Her cheery and welcoming disposition and masterful branding has gained her a massive following across social media platforms and a loyal fanbase that love her pop-music fueled pilates workouts. But she has also received criticism throughout her career - some earned and some definitely not. In this (extremely lengthy) episode we dive into the progression of Cassie's career, the backlashes, the responses, and the things we wish she would do differently to make a more positive impact on...2022-03-172h 30Fit LiterateDetox: Fast Results that Last!In this Detox expisode, Carolyn breaks down the use of the word "results" in fitness marketing and how to re-frame your understanding of "results" to get more our of your workouts.
To support the show, consider becoming a patron!2022-03-1022 minFit LiterateEnergy Bites: How to AdjustIn part 3 of Laura's Energy Bites series, she talks about how to adjust when when things aren't going to plan and gives a personal example of how she's had to adjust after the workout program she started at the beginning of the year.
To support the show, consider becoming a patron!2022-03-1015 minFit LiterateLet's Get Parasocial!Get to know Carolyn and Laura better with a game of 20 questions! Because the best part of a podcast is learning enough personal details about the hosts that it feels like they are your friends - right?
Support the show on Patreon2022-03-031h 42Fit LiterateEnergy Bites: Find Your WhyWhen you're motivating yourself to make a change, it is crucial to understand your "why." In this Energy Bites episode, Laura takes you through five person questions to ask yourself to help you pinpoint the reasons you want to do what you want to do.
Support Fit Literate on by becoming and patron on Patreon2022-02-2416 minFit LiterateDetox: All or NothingIs "all-or-nothing" thinking getting in the way of your fitness goals (or just generally taking care of yourself). In this Detox episode, Carolyn breaks down how this type of mindset can contribute to self-sabotaging behaviors and how to overcome it.
Support the show by becoming a patron on Patreon2022-02-2417 minFit LiterateGetting Hard with AnthonyCarolyn and Laura venture into the Andy (Anthony) Frisella-verse to break down the good, the bad, and the confusing of the 75 Hard mental toughness challenge. But be warned, only the most elite listeners can get through the whole episode. Are you tough enough to join our pack of lone wolves?
Support the show by becoming a patron on Patreon2022-02-171h 54Fit LiterateEnergy Bites: How to StartIn the first installments of Energy Bites (minisodes with Laura) Laura gives energizing and motivating advice on how to set your mindset and expectations when starting something new. Because when it comes to building habits, learning skills, and working towards goals, sometimes the hardest part is knowing how to start.
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Thank you for listening!2022-02-1024 minFit LiterateDetox: Good 4 UIn the Pod's first Detox episode (minisodes with Carolyn) Carolyn helps you detox your brain of the fitness and wellness industry's confusing definition of "health" to help you figure out what is ACTUALLY good for you (and what isn't)
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Thanks for listening!2022-02-1025 minFit LiterateSisyphus's Morning RoutineOn the first official episode of Fit Literate Carolyn and Laura take a deep dive into the life of "That Girl" - a self-help trend taking TikTok by storm. Who is "That Girl"? And why are we so obsessed with becoming her?
To support the show, consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/fitliteratepod2022-02-031h 28
Fit LiterateFit Literate PreviewThe podcast is back and this time with a new name and a cohost! Full episodes coming February 2022.
To support the show, consider becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/fitliteratepod2022-01-2704 min
Fit LiterateNo Nuance November ft. Laura GirardThis interview is from Carolyn's old solo podcast. Go to the episode "Sisyphus's Morning Routine" for the First episode of Fit Literate
My lovely friend Laura Girard came on to chit chat about TikTok, running an ethical business is the (very fucked up) fitness industry, and her #nonuancenovember hot takes.
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Fit LiterateInterview with confidence coach Caroline QuinnThis interview is from Carolyn's old solo podcast. Go to the episode "Sisyphus's Morning Routine" for the First episode of Fit Literate
In this episode I chat with Caroline Quinn about the work she does as a confidence coach, why typical confidence advice doesn't address the needs of marginalized folks, and how her personal experiences with eating disorder recovery and radical acceptance brought her to where she is today. To learn more about Caroline and the services she offers, follow her on instagram and tiktok @onehot_fatbabe
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PépitesLaura Nsafou: Identités plurielles (Live au Paris Podcast Festival)A l’occasion de la sortie de notre livre “Une bibliothèque féministe”, co-édité avec les Editions de l’Iconoclaste, Agathe Le Taillandier a rencontré Laura Nsafou au Paris Podcast Festival.Écrivaine et bloggeuse afro-féministe, Laura Nsafou a publié plusieurs romans et albums jeunesse. Son dernier roman afrofuturiste, “Nos jours brûlés”, est paru récemment aux Éditions Albin Michel. Dans cette rencontre en public avec Agathe Le Taillandier, elle raconte comment l'invisibilisation des afrodescendants dans la littérature française a motivé l’écriture de son Oeuvre, et notamment de son premier album...2021-10-2650 min
Fit LiterateEarn & BurnIn this episode I get into the problematic nature of the "earn it and burn it" mentality that is so pervasive in fitness.
To support the show and get early access to new episodes, become a patron at www.patreon.com/carolynviggh2021-10-2524 min
Fit LiterateHerbalife Nutrition ClubsThis interview is from Carolyn's old solo podcast. Go to the episode "Sisyphus's Morning Routine" for the First episode of Fit Literate
In this episode Carolyn talks with Carrie (@carrie.contrary on tiktok) about Herbalife and the Herbalife Nutrition Clubs that seem to be popping up in ever city and town in the US.
2021-10-141h 01Hot Dummies on Islands RHAPup PodcastTemptation Island | 2021 Episode 10 Final Bonfire Part 1 Recap | Laura GirardKirsten MacInnis and Maggie Morgan are back to recap episode 10 of season 3. Today, Kirsten and Maggie are joined by Laura Girard2021-04-221h 07
Talking Shit With Sophie & RockyForget the Fads with Laura GirardWe did it, Joe. We made it to Wednesday. Happy you’re here, our little shit bbs. This week on the show, we welcome on health and wellness queen, TikTok rising star, my former roommate and the woman who inspires so many people on the daily, Laura Girard!!! We are SO excited to have Laura join us and I promise she will be back. This episode we touch on body image, bullshit diet culture, Laura’s experiences in trying some of these fad diets, and SO much more; I don’t want to give it all away! Grab a bagel...2021-01-281h 16
Les clés de la villeLes clés de la ville - Toulouse - Les clés de la villeLes Clés de la Ville posent leurs valises, à Toulouse, à quelques mètres de la place du Capitole, dans le magnifique écrin du Crowne Plaza. Une heure d'émission passionnante, l'immobilier comme un fil rouge pour la ville rose. Le maire de Toulouse, Jean-Luc Moudenc, nous a fait l'immense honneur d'être parmi nous. Il s’est prêté au jeu des questions-réponses au micro de Sylvain Lévy Valensi et Olivier Marin.
Pour mieux cerner la culture toulousaine, focus sur son patrimoine en briques avec Laura Girard, architecte. Nous nous sommes également intéressés au patrimoine religieux d'une ville aux...2021-01-281h 05
Les mecs que je veux kenLaura DomengePassion Laura Domenge! Épisode le plus long de mon podcast! Avec comme toujours, au centre, des questionnements sur le stand-up et notamment son économie, mais aussi des anecdotes très personnelles de Laura sur son histoire familiale, les pères narcissiques, les mères trahies... Puis des questionnements plus légers grâce au jeu apéro “Débats à con” d’Edwina Girard. Découvrez si Laura et moi sommes pour ou contre faire l’amour avec plusieurs personnes, la politique de l’enfant unique, séparer l’homme de l’artiste {spoiler alert: on parle du documentaire netflix de Jalil Lespert sur DSK...2020-12-231h 48
Breaking the Backlog: Movie Night with Mike and Maia0.1 - Jurassic Park (Wait, that's Laura Dern?!)Our first attempt at recording! In this episode, we watch Jurassic Park and mourn the death of perfectly good goats!
Trivia Credits:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107290/trivia?ref_=tt_trv_trv
https://www.slashfilm.com/harrison-ford-turned-down-jurassic-park/
https://amblin.com/article/the-evolution-of-lex/
https://hawaiioceanproject.com/top-10-movies-filmed-in-hawaii/
https://www.wired.com/2012/05/phil-tippett-feature/
https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2299671/why-samuel-l-jacksons-jurassic-park-death-wasnt-shown
https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/guest-blog/the-animals-hiding-in-a-t-rexs-roar/
https://www.businessinsider.com/jurassic-park-water-cup-2015-6
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Xanadu : Nos plaisirs coupablesEp. 6 - Xanadu - Nos plaisirs coupables - Jean-Sébastien Girard et Sarianne CormierPour cet épisode spécial - qui, en vertu des circonstances actuelles, n'a pas été enregistré en direct - Maxime Labrecque reçoit l'animateur Jean-Sébastien Girard, avec qui il discute au téléphone de quelques plaisirs coupables cinématographiques et télévisuels. Pour Jean-Sébastien, C'ta ton tour Laura Cadieux (1998) de Denise Filiatrault est l'incarnation du réconfort cinématographique et les téléromans Jamais deux sans toi et Les héritiers Duval possèdent un versant didactique marquant. La comédienne et réalisatrice Sarianne Cormier avoue quant à elle tout le bonheur qu'elle ressent à regarder l'émission Les Simpsons...2020-03-2600 min
Dating While Gray™The Pursuit of LoveLaura talks with Evamarie about the discovery that leads her to try online dating; Mark, whose search for love after devastating loss feels more urgent and also, elusive; and Girard, who gains romantic clarity after a health crisis.2020-03-1334 min
She Said / She SaidBuilding risk tolerance & grit through competitive sailing: Wall Street Analyst turned gallery owner Louisa Gould Episode 66“Wanderlust” often defines true sailors. And in the case of Louisa Gould it also inspired a significant tolerance for risk taking that helped her find her true passion and calling.
Louisa is the owner of the award-winning Louisa Gould Gallery in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts, which has just celebrated its 16th anniversary. She is also the author of “Wooden Boats of Martha’s Vineyard.”
An incredibly accomplished renaissance woman, I met Louisa a few years ago when I wandered into her amazing gallery. She is a former Wall Street analyst turned America’s Cup Sailing team member, turned...2019-08-1147 min
She Said / She Said“No one ever becomes poor from giving:” our conversation about impact & creativity with artist and teacher Theresa Girard, Episode 65. Theresa Girard is an artist and teacher who produces workshops for creative people, and for those hoping to spark their creativity. She’s an exhibiting member of the Providence Art Club, maintains studios in Rhode Island and Bonita Springs, Florida, and is the founder and former Art Director of Access to Art, a community based […]2019-07-2936 minShe Said / She Said“No one ever becomes poor from giving:” our conversation about impact & creativity with artist and teacher Theresa Girard, Episode 65 .
Theresa Girard is an artist and teacher who produces workshops for creative people, and for those hoping to spark their creativity.
She’s an exhibiting member of the Providence Art Club, maintains studios in Rhode Island and Bonita Springs, Florida, and is the founder and former Art Director of Access to Art, a community based fine art program. Before pursuing her art career she had a successful career as a corporate marketing executive.
In this episode we talk about Theresa’s path to her art career, as well as several topics that are importa...2019-07-2936 min
Le Grand Changement PodcastPodcast LGC6 TV N°40 avec Laura Azenard Vaincre votre arthrose, c'est possible par Fanny.06/11/17 à 20h30, "Vaincre votre arthrose, c'est possible" par Laura Azenard avec Fanny
Laura Azenard, naturopathe, s’est retrouvée avec une arthrose carabinée dans les genoux l’année de ses 40 ans. Rien d’extraordinaire penserez-vous, 10 millions de personnes en France souffrent de cette maladie irréversible et évolutive. Sauf qu’elle décide de lui résister. Un an plus tard, elle est guérie. Animée par la volonté de communiquer un message d’espoir, elle partage son témoignage à travers un premier livre, « Comment j’ai vaincu l’arthrose » et de nombreuses conférences à travers la France afin d’expliquer le f...2017-11-0600 min
The Stoop Storytelling SeriesThe Mayoral ShowOn this episode, an experiment in non-politics. What is an election if not a fancy job interview? We decided to ask our mayoral candidates to tell us a story from their first job, without campaigning. 13 candidates told their stories. In this episode we hear highlights from each candidate's story. You can find the candidates' unedited stories on our website: stoopstorytelling.com Candidates in order of appearance: Emanuel McCray (D), Elizabeth Embry (D), Alan Walden (R), David Marriott (Green), Brian Vaeth (R), Catherine Pugh (D), Armand Girard (R), Carl Stokes (D), David Warnock (D), DeRay McKesson...2016-04-1831 min