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7 Health, Fitness & Wellness Podcasts We Can’t Stop Listening too!

Pictured: Kourtney Bra and Kourtney Shorts 1 Ali on the Run Show The Ali on the Run Show is hosted by Ali Feller, a freelance writer, editor; runner and blogger. She speaks to everyday runners, professional athletes, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders that she finds interesting and inspiring. Ali effectively digs into her guests’ decisions, their successes, and their failures in order to guide and inform her listeners. Listen Here: Ali On The Run Show 2 The Goop Podcast Food for thought ...Gwyneth Paltrow’s The Goop Podcast offers interesting conversations with leading thinkers, culture changers and industry disruptors. Each week's episodes dive into new and interesting topics which will truly engage listeners. We were hooked since the premier episode featuring Gwyneth X Oprah chatting about living their best lives. Listen Here: The Goop Podcast 3 Lady Lovin’ Lady Lovin’ is our source for GIRL POWER. The three hosts Jilly Hendrix, Greta Titelman, and Lo Bosworth chat about a variety of topics including relationships, sex, wellness, and business. Lady Lovin’ is all about inspiring women to stay true to who they are. It helps women understand to fully appreciate and love themselves. We love listening in to the gossip, laughing along and sharing in the memories with these three fantastic women! Listen Here: Lady Loving' 4 The Jillian Michaels Show We love The Jillian Michaels Show for its inspirational, entertaining and informative episodes on health and happiness. The combination of Jillian’s energizing relationship with co-host Janice, paired with the trainer’s “tough love” approach, will keep you wanting more. With new episodes weekly, you're sure to stay focused and fit. Listen Here: The Jillian Michaels Show 5 Almost 30 Krista Williams + Lindsey Simcik are fun and down to earth in their podcast series, Almost 30. The show covers a variety of topics from health, wellness, entrepreneurship, self-development, humour, and (most importantly) honesty. Bringing on the coolest guests in a variety of industries including nutritionists, trainers, boss business women & men, life coaches, comedians, actors, models, healers, spiritual gurus keeps each episode interesting. You will feel as if you’re hanging out with these ladies instead of being at work. Listen Here: Almost 30 6 Couch to 5K The Couch to 5K series is a great objective-based training postcast with a program that will have you feeling fit and more energized. The podcast's coaches run through low, moderate, and occasionally high-impact interval run drills, all set to high energy music to keep you motivated. Listen Here: Couch to 5K 7 Twenty-minute yoga sessions from Yoga Download Retreat and de-stress with these 20-minute guided yoga sessions. Each session will help you relax, restore, center and balance your cluttered mind or tired body. With 95-episodes available, there's plenty to choose from. Longer instalments are available on the Yoga Download website and you can also try our their Yoga Today Video Podcast. Listen Here: Twenty Minute Yoga Sessions From Yoga Download

TITIKAXME | SIMONA MARGINE

Simona Margine, founder of WellfitbySim, has been a fitness trainer for 7 years and has gained quite a following with her no-nonsense approach to fitness training and nutrition. Her devotion to every client is evident- “The best part about training with Simona is that you can count on her 100% to be there, not flake on you, and push your body to do things you didn't know it could do!” Simona has been a long time Titika ambassador. In this blog, she shares her journey and the inside out to become a fitness trainer. Tron Leggings When did you decide and how did you find your calling to become a personal trainer? Oddly enough, growing up I never played any sports. It wasn’t until high school that I discovered my passion for fitness and health. First year high school we had to enrol in a gym class and I remember dreading it – just the thought of playing sports with other kids made me nervous. I ended up taking gym class every year though and in grade 11 I took a liking to my gym teacher who basically took me under her wing and paved my way into the physical education world. She was so passionate and knowledgeable. She was so intriguing to me! What does it take if someone is interested to get into this business? HARD WORK! It takes dedication, motivation and empathy. Being a fitness trainer isn’t as easy as some might make it seem. For starters, trainers work long hours. To be a GOOD trainer you must be knowledgeable enough to feel confident in helping clients that may be injured or possess a physical ailment. You must be willing to provide moral and mental support to your clients every day. You have to empathize with them and show true compassion. Robin Short Sleeve Tee What is your typical day like? When you’re a trainer, every day is different and can change at any moment. My typical day starts at 5:30am. I have a quick bite then I’m off to my morning clients, usually 3-4 in a row depending on the given day. I might have some hours off in the late morning or early afternoon, during which I go to the gym myself. Then I come home, make lunch and then get ready for my evening clients usually 4/5pm-9pm. When the day is busy, I don’t get much time off. Like I said, LONG hours. What is your favourite healthy recipe? Right now I’m obsessed with this pumpkin chilli I’ve been making! It’s perfect for the colder weather and just such a great and easy way to get in all your nutrients. I have this great recipe and more listed on my blog www.wellfitbysim.com/blog Secret indulgence? Chocolate!! That said, I have done a pretty good job training myself to enjoy dark chocolate in the last few months. Dark chocolate has much less sugar and it actually has some antioxidants, which can help combat that enter our bodies Favourite music when working out? I listen to a variety of music but during workouts I love listening to either hip-hop or electronic music – depends on my mood that day and/or what I’m working on. For example, heavy weights usually = rap/hip hop Can you think of someone interesting/famous you have met during training? I’ve had the chance to meet some famous people because I used to be a fitness coach at the Ritz Carlton, mostly athletes. I have met hockey legend Sidney Crosby and basketball players such as Amar'e Stoudemire and Paul Millsap, as well as WBFF Diva Karina Marin. Drew Static Bra What is the biggest satisfaction you get from being a trainer? My biggest satisfaction as a trainer is definitely seeing my client’s progressions, no matter how big or small. I deal with a lot of injury rehab clients so it is the biggest thrill when they are pain free – it’s the best feeling for me, ironically! How do you see yourself in 5 years? In 5 years I would like to own my own fitness facility where I could foster an environment where people look forward to coming to see knowledgeable professionals whose sole desires are to make a difference in someone’s life through health and fitness. Who inspires you? I’m inspired each and every day. It’s wonderful! But I definitely have some fitness gurus I look up to like Stuart McGill who is the world’s leading back pain expert and Katy Hearn who is a celebrity Instagram trainer. She opened up her own amazing gym by the time she was 25 years old. What is the one quote that keeps you going? I love the quote: “There is no can not, there is a try or do not try” I always tell my clients that they cannot tell me whether or not they can do something until they give it a shot. Most of the time they find that they can actually do it! If you have not become a trainer, what would you be? I probably would have been doing something in the fashion industry. Fashion is my second passion. I used to design clothes when I was in high school and then in university. I worked for a fashion blog for a bit and even did some styling for music artists. It was fun! https://www.instagram.com/wellfitbysim/ Major Medium Impact Bra

An Outfit For Every Resolution

For every standard resolution there is an equal style resolution. A new year often means new beginnings, new opportunities, and new goals! Check out our outfits for each of your resolutions; because let’s face it, the right outfit can give you even more motivation. Now let’s crush those New Year’s Resolutions in style! Be Present- Body & Mind Everyone has some sort of fitness resolution, go to the gym January 1st if you don’t believe us. Whether you’re focusing on your overall health or trying to break a sweat more frequently, yoga is the answer! It can be done at home or at a studio and it’s a great exercise for not only the body, but the mind. This fun patterned crop top and matching leggings is the perfect outfit for hot yoga with side ventilation, moisture wicking and breathable fabric. This fabric also has 4-way stretch, allowing you to twist and bend into each and every position. Go ahead girl, get your downward dog on! Bella Light Impact Performance Top $58 CAD Lucky Mono Pix Graphic Legging $86 CAD Get Fit Stepping into the gym after a long time away can be intimidating - but not when you feel good and your outfit is on point! Fashion meets function with these edgy high-rise leggings and lightweight mesh top. This outfit is ideal for all activities with moisture wicking properties to keep you dry during high intensity workouts and 4-way stretch for optimal movability when it comes time to stretch it out. Now all you need is a water bottle- don’t pretend like drinking more water this year wasn’t your resolution! TRON LEGGINGS $128 CAD RHIANNON LONG SLEEVE TOP $68 CAD Advance your career This outfit is perfect for networking and having the confidence to pitch all your great ideas! Ladies, it is possible, we have combined comfort with stylish smart classic looks. Time to put on your boss pants and make 2018 your year! Check out our Keyshawn Leggings that shine just bright as your resume. These high waisted trouser fit leggings will ensure you are not only a knockout but a standout too! Pair them with our Odesa Blazer and Agatha Sweater and you have a versatile outfit great for the office while still being fun enough to wear for a night hour. Let the happy hours begin! Odesa Blazer $138 CAD Agatha Sweater $98 CAD Keyshawn Leggings $68 USD Self-Care Self-Care isn’t just a trend, it’s here to stay. Every woman should take some time for herself to relax and treat herself! This outfit is inspired by those sacred nights in when you grab your comfiest sweatshirt and sweatpants, put your hair up, and get into those #SundayVibes! Dedicate the night to whatever you want - from spa night, to reading that book you haven’t had the chance to open, binging 3 seasons of a Netflix series, or calling your girlfriends over for wine and venting- the world is yours! Power Graphic Tank $48 USD E Cozy Sweater $138 USD Revolution Jogger $88 USD There you have it, four resolutions with an equal style resolution. Let’s make 2018 a year to love ourselves more, find joy in the smallest of things, and greet everyday with a grateful heart for each opportunity to grow and become better than we were yesterday.

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