Fit Body + Healthy Soul: Recent Episodes
Gwen Mrva
Welcome to the Fit Body + Healthy Soul Podcast! We practice a simple and holistic approach to health and wellness that includes four pillars; move your body, eat well, live in community, and nurture your soul. Each week we will meet you where you are, give you some practical tips, and empower you to take the next step toward your healthiest self. Whether you are just starting your journey, are well on your way and looking for new ways to grow, this podcast gives you practical tools to find the healthiest version of you.
Do you constantly feel like you need to move your body to lose weight or reach your next fitness goal? You are not alone. I spent so many years of my life thinking this way. About five years ago my exercise mindset shifted and I never looked back. Join me as I rethink why moving my body for wellness matters.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Listen as I share the top 4 reasons to Move Your Body for Wellness
- Discover how moving your body for wellness helps you grow physically and mentally stronger
- Learn to let go of the exercise mindset and focus on moving for wellness
Let’s Connect:
Do you want to add healthy habits in your life but cannot find the time? Time management is the number one reason that the women in my life struggle with their Fit Body + Healthy Soul journey. I want to give you a few simple time management tools that make adding healthy habits to your week attainable. Today I’m sharing the time management tips that are helping my clients succeed each week.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Listen as I share 3 simple time management steps that make adding healthy habits to your life easier
- Discover why the Ink + Volt Weekly Deskpad is one of my favorite planning tools
- Learn to plan for the week in a way that gives you the ability to pivot when life gets in the way
Let’s Connect:
It is my favorite time of year! Spring brings warmer weather, new growth, yummy food, and so much more. Today I’m sharing all the ways I find joy in the spring season. Tune in today to hear my favorite ways to move my body, eat well, and nurture my soul during spring.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Listen in as I share how spring impacts my Fit Body + Healthy Soul journey
- Discover why embracing springtime can add joy to your life
- Learn the importance of leaning into spring to renew your soul
Let’s Connect:
Are you in a hard place? Has life gotten in the way of the resolutions you set in January? If so, you are not alone. I have been there. In fact, I was just there. Today I’m sharing how I get out of the chaos and restart my healthy living journey. Each time you restart, you build resiliency and prove that you are stronger than you think. Listen in as I share four steps to thriving in your Fit Body + Healthy Soul journey.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Listen in as I share about my journey out of the chaos
- Discover why being honest with yourself matters
- Learn the importance of dreaming in your Fit Body + Healthy Soul journey
Let’s Connect:
Life does not always go as planned. In this episode, you will hear lessons learned during the summer, moving back to Memphis and all of the bumps along the way. We'll talk about how an unexpected season helped refocus my work and our time as a family. Listen in as I share four takeaways that I discovered along this unexpected adventure!
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Listen in as I share about my journey towards asking for more help.
- Discover why it is ok not to be good at everything.
- Learn the three questions to ask to filter what makes it onto her calendar.
Let’s Connect:
It’s almost summertime, and I love all the things outdoors in the summer. Today’s episode is all about moving our bodies outside and staying safe while we do it. This episode is for both those looking for more ways to get outside and move their body and those who may need some insight and ideas for how to do it.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Discover the physical, emotional, and mental benefits of exercising outside.
- Learn ways to stay safe while moving your body outside.
- Listen in to hear different ideas of how to incorporate outdoor movement into your exercise routine.
Let’s Connect:
Today on the show we are going to talk about one of my favorite things, which is community, but more specifically, we're going to talk about friendships and the types of friends that we need in our lives, and how to be a good friend.
I reached out to my community and I am giving you insight into three types of friends we need in our lives, based on feedback from mom friends in my life.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Discover the top three types of friends, or friend traits, that we need.
- Understand how to be that kind of friend for our friends.
- Hear my experience with navigating friends and what I’ve learned.
Let’s Connect:
Today we are going to do a dive into eating well. I have so many thoughts on this and I have struggled with how to start talking about eating well with you, while getting you set up for eating well. Here at Fit Body + Healthy Soul, we want to share ideas with you about how to add nutrient dense foods to the life that you're already eating.
But we also want you to know that this doesn't have to feel restricting or complicated. We are here to let go of diets and diet culture. And I want you to have food freedom and eat the foods that you love while loving yourself. So that is what we are going to talk about today: three steps to eating well.
Show Links:
- Intuitive Eating Website
- Intuitive Eating Book
- Intuitive Eating Workbook
Key Takeaways:
- Discover the three ideas to consider before you set out to start eating well.
- Understand and hear why I’m reconsidering many of the foods and packaging I bring in our home.
- Learn why it’s so important to understand your food story and how you change the way you view and speak about food.
Let’s Connect:
On this episode of Fit Body + Healthy Soul, I'm sharing the four most impactful lessons that I've learned through 40 years. These four lessons have shaped my perspective of the world, shown me why I do what I do, and are part of what drives me to encourage and equip you to find your healthiest self.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Listen in to hear the four lessons that have molded me into the person I am today.
- Discover how I’ve had to let go of perfectionism and how that has helped me in both my motherhood and fitness journey.
- Learn the one tip I have learned and am sharing with you.
Let’s Connect:
We all need a place to start, or restart, moving our bodies and it can be tough to figure out a way forward when life has either gotten in the way, or we've just never moved our bodies for exercise before. Join me as I discuss six tips to kickstart your Fit Body + Healthy Soul journey by moving your body.
Show Links:
- Move Your Body Guide
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- Learn six easy to implement strategies to start or restart moving your body for improved health.
- Understand what workouts in your current state of life look like and how they may differ from past workouts.
- Listen in to hear how to determine your why for starting or restarting a journey to health
Let’s Connect:
Spring is almost here, and it is time my favorite time of the year. I love spring cleaning. I love to make space for all the warmer weather, summer clothes, spring colors, fun, and activities ahead. Not much gives me more joy than organizing and decluttering. Clearing out the old and making space for the new gives me so much joy. This time of year is also a great time to take inventory of our schedules, reflect on our resolutions for 2022 and to see how we’re doing. In this episode, we are going to take a deep dive into freeing up space to move our bodies, eat well, live in community, and nurture your soul.
I'm not huge on made up holidays, but I've always loved Valentine's Day. So in the spirit of love, I'm sharing a few things that I love and help me on my Fit Body + Healthy Soul journey.
Episode Notes: Click HERE
What are you loving on your Fit Body + Healthy Soul journey? Share what brings you joy with me on instagram @fitbody.healthysoul
At the beginning of every new season, we run into the what’s next excited for what’s coming our way. Most of the time we run full force without taking a breath from the busy or wrapping up the previous season. And where does that leave us?
There is a different way to approach the new year and life’s transitions. Maybe the secret to moving forward is slowing down. In this episode we’ll talk about starting slow and the benefits taking time to pause before starting a new year, new project, and before most major transitions.
Are you looking for new ways to nurture your soul? On this episode, my friend Megan and I talk about reading, plants, life, art, and finding beauty around us and joy in every day.
To checkout more of Megan’s favorite things:
@megans_favorite_things
Book of the Month Club
Megan's Art:
@megan_spacek_
meganspacek.com
Megan's Planner:
Ivory Paper Co
Let’s go! It’s time to start your healthy living journey! In this episode, we talk through four simple and practical habits to help you find your healthiest self. I want to help guide you through this journey! One way we can work together is through the HEALTHY FIT FINISH Challenge. This challenge is for you! Join us as we FINISH 2021 STRONG!
Ready to join the HEALTHY FIT FINISH Challenge? Click here to FINISH 2021 STRONG
Hi! We’re so glad that you are here! This week Gwen is tackling three of the most common mindsets that are getting in the way of your healthy habits. You will be empowered to rewrite the stories that you’re telling yourself and get ready to make long lasting change.
Ready to find your healthiest self? Click here to get started
Welcome to the Fit Body + Healthy Soul Podcast! This week we will dive into the four pillars of healthy living: moving your body, eating well, living in community, and nurturing your soul. Gwen Mrva, podcast host, will explore why these pillars matter and give you a look into what you can expect in future episodes.
Ready to find your healthiest self? Click here to get started
Welcome to the Fit Body + Healthy Soul Podcast! Each week we will meet you where you are, give you simple tools, and empower you to take the next step toward your healthiest self. We focus on four pillars of healthy living: moving your body, eating well, living in community, and nurturing your soul. Whether you are just starting your journey, are well on your way and looking for new ways to grow, this podcast gives you practical tools to find the healthiest version of you.