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Stronger Than BeforeMY SUMMER WELLNESS PLAN | 5 things to focus on this spring & summerYou know how you spend so much time looking forward to summer, but then it ends up flying by way too fast? Well... same. That's why this week, Michayla talks about creating a summer wellness plan to make sure you can live your best life in the moment. Listen in for some inspiration about how you can be more intentional about this season of life!2023-04-2423 minStronger Than Beforemaking MONDAY a good day!It's pretty typical to dread Mondays. But...this doesn't have the be the case, right? This week, Michayla talks about how you can make Monday the best day of the week, by staying planned & having a positive outlook. Listen in for some great inspiration to start your week off strong!Thank you for supporting the Stronger Than Before podcast! 2023-04-1020 minStronger Than BeforeTHE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING | optimism, gratitude & happinessLife is HARD! Often times the challenges we face can end up leading to negativity. This week, Michayla dives into the power of positive thinking, highlighting the science behind optimism and why it's important to exercise gratitude. Listen in for a great reminder of why you should be intentional about pushing past the temptation to give into negativity.LINKS:Stronger Than Before on YOUTUBEOptimism and Its Impact on Mental and Physical Well-BeingTapping the Power of Optimism2023-04-0328 minStronger Than BeforeGOALS, VISION & AMBITION | setting ambitious goals & having the vision to keep them aliveThis week, Michayla talks about the importance of setting goals that challenge you. Having the courage to set out and do something that sounds impossible is a quality that will change your life. However, it can be tricky to stay on top of these goals if you do not have ambition or vision. Listen in for a reminder of how you can become a stronger version of yourself through goals.Thank you for your support for the Stronger Than Before podcast! Please leave a rating and review if this meant something to you. 2023-03-2733 min
Stronger Than Beforewhat's the deal with saunas?In the fitness world, saunas have been trending for some time now. But...why? And is it worth it? This week, Michayla dives into the pros and cons of sauna bathing, including some major science-backed health benefits that you may want to consider as you're deciding whether or not to participate in this wellness trend.Thank you so much for your love & support for Stronger Than Before! You are so appreciated and stronger than you know. 2023-03-2028 minStronger Than BeforePERFORMANCE vs PHYSIQUE | measuring progress by how you FEEL rather than how you LOOKWhen it comes to health and nutrition, it's easy to fall into the trap of caring way too much about how you look on the outside. In fact, for many people, this is the main reason to start working out in the first place. Sadly, focusing too much on physical appearance can lead to an unhealthy relationship with food, exercise, and yourself. This is why it's important to flip the script and find an even more important reason for health and wellness in your life. Your personal "why" can be many different things, but ultimately it should come down...2023-03-1329 minStronger Than Beforefinding BALANCE during busy szn | staying organized, keeping routines & removing guiltLife has a way of becoming super busy, and at times it can be extremely difficult to manage everything. Michayla sits down today to chat about how she attempts to find balance during these busy seasons. When life is busy, it creates so much extra stress that we just don't need. With the help of this episode, hopefully you will feel just a little bit more motivated to conquer whatever you have ahead of you!Please make sure to leave a rating & review if this episode inspired you! Thank you for your support for the Stronger Than...2023-03-0614 minStronger Than Beforeall things HALF-MARATHON TRAINING | tips & tricks for the 13.1 milesAs Michayla is training for her first ever half-marathon, she is learning a lot about how to be a better runner. This ranges from knowing your why, understanding what equipment is really necessary, how you can better avoid injuries, and what makes training in the winter easier. Listen in for some inspiration and encouragement (whether or not you yourself are also interested in training for a half-marathon). 13.1 miles is no joke, but after listening to today’s episode, you just might feel a little bit more ready to conquer the distance!A special thank you to all of...2023-02-2831 minStronger Than Beforeachieving a RUNNER'S MINDSET | being present & pushing yourselfRunning is no joke. In fact, it can be extremely difficult to get into. That's why having the right mindset is important to achieving your goals as a runner. Sit down this week as Michayla talks about the mindset of a runner, and how you can apply it to many different aspects of your life.Thank you for your consistent support for the Stronger Than Before Podcast. Please leave a rating & review so others can find this podcast and we can grow this community! 2023-02-2009 minStronger Than BeforeGIVE YOURSELF A BREAK | the importance of REST & RECOVERYWith Valentine's Day coming up this week, there tends to be a lot of focus on love for the special people in our lives. It can be hard to overwhelming to balance this in addition to self-love, rest, and recovery. This week, Michayla sits down to talk about how important it is to take time for yourself. You deserve the love and attention that you so often give to others. So this year, you can be your own valentine by choosing to take a break and rest when you feel it necessary so that you can be the strongest...2023-02-1320 minStronger Than Beforewhy you should PLAN TO FAILWhen it comes to goals, it can be super hard to follow through 100% of the time. This is why it's essential to prepare for times when you're not able to meet them. Listen in to this week's episode to hear Michayla's advice about planning to fail, so that when you do fail, you can use that to become even stronger.Thank you for your support for the Stronger Than Before podcast! Let's make this week a great one.2023-02-0612 minStronger Than Beforewhat having back surgery taught me about lifeIt's been just over a year since Michayla's first back surgery, and it's been quite the journey. This week called for some reflection over the last year and all the different lessons she learned throughout this challenging time. Listen in for some inspiring life lessons and a chance for you to reflect on your own life journey up to this point. A big thank you to all of our listeners for the constant support for Stronger Than Before. You are appreciated!2023-01-3024 minStronger Than Beforemake this your BEST SEMESTER yet | back to school TIPS & TRICKSAnother semester is starting, and it can be really hard to know how to make it a successful one. Michayla sits down and talks you through a bunch of tips and tricks to make this your best semester yet. From study habits to balancing your classes and everyday life, listen in for some great advice as you're getting settled into another year.Thank you for your support for Stronger Than Before!2023-01-2330 minStronger Than Beforewhy understanding your body is SO IMPORTANT feat. Courtney | a celiac journeyThis week, Michayla sits down with this week's guest, Courtney. Courtney shares her challenging journey with celiac disease along with details on what you can do to optimize your life now for a better future. They dive into a variety of topics such as nutrition, exercise, mental health, social health, and spiritual health, and discuss how they each play a role in your wellness as a whole. Listen in for a great reminder that not only can you withstand your challenges, but you can be stronger because of them.2023-01-1655 minStronger Than Beforemindset is EVERYTHING. This week, Michayla talks about a variety of things that have been on her mind at the start of this new year. Join her as she dives into how mindset plays such a big role in our successes and how getting enough sleep isn't always realistic. 2023-01-0910 minStronger Than BeforeSTARTING 2023 STRONG | fresh starts, consistency & vision boardsHappy New Years! This week, Michayla sits down and chats about a few important elements to a having a good start to the new year: fresh starts, consistency and vision boards. Let's make 2023 a great one.2023-01-0218 minStronger Than Beforethank you...next | YEAR IN REVIEW *2022*2023 is right around the corner, which means it's the perfect time for a Year in Review: 2022 edition! A year is a long period of time and each one is packed full of wins, fails, and challenges. Sit down and consider your 2022 with Michayla this week as she talks about her highlights from the last year, as well as a few of her goals for the 2023.Shoutout to the supporters of the Stronger Than Before podcast! Thank you for your constant support, it's much appreciated.2022-12-2635 minStronger Than BeforeHOW TO: thrive during the holidays!It's holiday season and that can mean a lot of different things. Whether it's the weather being freezing cold out, too much family time, or everything being insanely expensive, there's a lot to handle. Michayla sits down this week to talk about how you can not only survive, but thrive during this time of the year! Thank you for your support and happy holidays! 2022-12-1928 minStronger Than Beforemy ideal MORNING ROUTINE & why having structure is keyMichayla sits down this week to share what her ideal morning routine looks like. It can be challenging to know what different elements you should build into your morning routine. Tune in to gain some insight as to what might work for you along with other tips to waking up early.Thank you for your continued support!2022-12-1222 minStronger Than Beforemaking a comeback after sickness!This time of the year, everyone seems to be getting sick. This often leads to laying in bed, doing nothing, and feeling gross for a long time. Michayla sits down this week to chat about what you can do to avoid this and make a comeback after sickness. 2022-12-0517 minStronger Than BeforeCHRISTMAS CHAOS | 10 tips to make your december betterDecember begins this week, which can be both exciting and stressful. This is a month of holidays, friends and family, traveling, cold weather, lots of expenses, finals, and more. Sit down with Michayla to talk about 10 ways you can be better prepared to be present and really enjoy your December this year.LINKS:The Light PhoneHave a Stress-Free BedtimeHow Much Sleep Do Adults Need?Vitalizing effects of being outdoors and in natureMental health and well-being in times of COVID-19Are There Good...2022-11-2822 minStronger Than BeforeWhy YOU v YOU mentality can be dangerousThis Monday, Michayla dives into something called the "you v you" mentality, which is a term commonly used in the fitness industry. It can be tempting to compare who you are NOW with you you were BEFORE, but this is a risky move. Listen in to hear why you should be cautious about constantly competing with previous versions of yourself, and what you should do instead.Thank you to all of the Stronger Than Before listeners, and especially to those who take the time to leave a rating and review. Here's to having a great rest of...2022-11-2116 minStronger Than BeforeSELF-LOVE SEASON | choosing yourself, forgiving yourself & loving yourselfThis week is all about flipping the script from negativity to SELF-LOVE! Cold weather and time changes can be so hard to handle, but this week Michayla’s determined to help you believe that you can do hard things. Get ready to chat about 6 IDEAS to incorporate more self love into your lives, and leave feeling even more capable to take on this next season of your life!Follow the podcast on Insta @strongerthanbefore.podcast Follow Michayla on Insta @michayla.wellnessTIMESTAMPSINTRO: 0:00WEEKLY UPDATE: 0:55SELF-LOVE INTRO: 11:13...2022-11-1425 minStronger Than BeforeIntro // Welcome!Welcome to the first episode of the Stronger Than Before Podcast! In this episode, I introduce myself and give you a sneak peek into my health journey. I'm so excited to get to know you all! 2022-11-0714 min