Advertise on podcast: My Fitness Journey

Discussion Topics: About Michael Piña Originally from Jamaica Plain (JP), Boston Recently moved to Los Angeles (LA), CA A career in HR (People and Culture) Dancer Transition to LA Moving with fear, but something needed to change Going through it - “I didn't come here to run away” When you're faced with a crossroads, you’re forced to make a decision Family - Culture - Food Family is from the Dominican Republic and Guatemala Growing up in the Latino culture Relationship with food - Eating to feel good Culture, Genetics and Mental Health One wish to lose weight The ultimate shift - sick and tired of feeling sick and tired The journey - small goals, big results Goal of feeling healthy, “loving myself” One of the first and youngest people to get the gastric bypass surgery in Mass, in 2007 What worked and didn't work Fixing a feeling with a feeling Don't leave before the miracle happens NOTE: We are extremely grateful to Mike for his vulnerability and we look forward to having him back! Thank you Mike for being an inspiration to the world and looking forward to being in the audience at one of your speaking engagements!

About Ali Rheaume Grew up in Blackstone, MA Former Elementary School Physical Education instructor, High School, Field Hockey, Softball and Track Coach, and Kids Ministry Director Passion for people Connector - love bringing people together Creative Individual (studio art) Collegiate Field Hockey Athlete Fun Fact: “Love Nature and will live in a treehouse if I could” Discussion Topics A Journey of Physical Activities and Health From an overweight kid to a “gym rat” Early years: Soccer, Field Hockey, Softball, etc. Adult years: Crossfit Athlete, Zumba Instructor, Paddle-board instructor, runner (casual 70 miles a week) Total Shift - sustaining a traumatic brain injury (life-changing) From 100-10% function level Rehab journey (5+ years in the making) The impact of functioning at a 10% level Physiological changes Physical adjustments Emotional adjustments - “we can't wait to get the old Ali back” Setting new goals Celebrate the small successes/the current moment and not be so quick to jump into the future The days of challenges and frustrations “I felt alone” In the deepest, darkest times, jump into scripture Allow yourself to go through the process of emotions Remember your WHY (it will allow you to go much further, to eliminate comparisons) The will to fight (Why and How?) “I feel like I was born that way” Staying faithful during challenges Knowing your purpose Run the race of your own intentions and your own goals Lessons learned through the journey You’re worth it Communication and Advocacy The importance of setting boundaries Do you only see people because of a common ground of a physical location, or are your relationships beyond that? There is no shame in slowing down Reflecting on the injury - Why you? “God will always bring me through” Be a light-being Jesus with skin on Utilizing Social Platforms to be a light Facebook and Clubhouse: Ali Rheaume Instagrams: @ali.rheaume What does the future look like for Ali? Writing a book Public speaking and community engagement NOTE: We are grateful to Ali for the knowledge, wisdom, and being an inspiration, a gift to the world! We look forward to having you back!

Listen to the evolution of Eric Sara’s Journey: Education (Theater - History - Fitness), Career (Business Management - Leadership - Coaching), Personal Fitness Journey (Body Building - being a Triathlon Athlete). About Eric Sarra Stonehill College Grad Theater - History - Fitness Fitness Coach - Rock Solid Fitness (FL) Fitness Franchisee Owner/Operator (Anytime Fitness) Retired Body Builder Triathlon athlete Discussion Topics: Eric’s Personal Fitness Journey - “My fitness Journey is changing” Body Building- “first love in fitness” The impact of PEDs in the Bodybuilding Industry Body Building Culture Surviving COVID - Eric’s experience as a Fitness Franchisee Owner/Operator (Anytime Fitness) Coaching - “The reason I got into fitness is to coach, desire and achieve fitness” High-Intensity Strength Training Disclaimer: Eric is now working for Body Smart Fitness, a global coaching company based out of England. Please see the below link for more info! https://www.bodysmartfitness.com

This episode dives into the evolution of fitness over the past 40+ years with host Thomas’ business mentor, Alan Weinberg. Alan is a Medical Device Consultant who has experience in fitness on many levels and can attest to changes within the fitness and nutrition industry. This is a journey you do not want to miss! Discussion Topics: Young habits and mindsets Old School Equipment (Isolation focused) Fitness regimens The need for functional movements Overcoming chronic pain and alternative treatments Top-level Takeaways: Despite getting older and several injuries, Alan never stopped exercising...just adapted to it. Alan still gets a sense of physical and mental wellness after each workout at his age. Alan learned not to feel guilty if he missed a workout or had a dip in fitness...he just re-approached fitness with new routines to refresh the experience.  Eat well! Great workouts with a poor diet don’t help with weight control or fitness. Words of Wisdom: The way you treat yourself in your 20s and 30s will come back to you, including injuries and lack of a healthy diet Put good things into your life program Treat yourself well early so you can live well later With exercise and nutrition, you can cope to stress better Try to have fun, don’t forget to enjoy the journey

In this Episode, MFJ Host Thomas and guest Michel Richwine dive deep in the world of being an underdog athlete and how it sparked a passion in coaching and Everything in between (EIB). EIB is a home of pilot programming, designed to help you take off. It is a remote application that helps you in lifestyle development. The catalyst is fitness and nutrition. Other of that is: chiropractic relationships, physical therapy, financial freedom, sports or business psychology etc. What were your early fitness/athletic experiences? Sports, wins and losses, lessons, injuries etc. “I am in my God-given design when I am playing sports or doing anything relating to athletics” “Win the day” - Mike Patterson Height doesn’t measure heart “Visions changes, values remain the same” - John Maxwell Your Event + Your Response = Outcome (E+R = O) About Michael Richwine Health and Wellness Entrepreneur Fitness leader Athlete EIB Podcast Host Currently a Coach and GM at Crag Fitness

Ana’s Journey: -A lifestyle change in 1 year, as a result of setting both short & longer term, & realistic goals -Currently 25lbs from her ultimate goal -Started at 286, now 183, working towards 165-170 lbs -Down 30% body fat (from 60% to 33%) -Also a result of having the right team and support system; Ana hired a trainer, nutritionist & psychology -Still under construction & enjoying the process Discussion Topics: When enough was enough: -January 29th of 2020 after stepping on the scale -It resulted in Ana looking herself in the mirror and having a heart-to-heart conversation -“Today is the last day that you will ever see that number, you will never see anything higher” Goals: -“I knew in order to achieve my goals I needed more than diet. It needed to be a mindset. I needed a lifestyle change” -Be reasonable/realistic -“Miracles Don’t happen over night” -“Appreciate the process and the season that you’re in” Anas Ultimate Why: -For her health (It was now or never) -For her family -“Motivation for me to be better for them” Success & Mental Hurdles: -Having to learn to say no -Me vs me (”a battle within myself”) Sacrifices: -Limiting diet for a time period -Cutting alcohol for 9 months -Sugar for 6 months -Carbs for 3 months Having the right Team: -Setting a game plan, a progressive approach -Ask for help -A great trainer -A nutritionist -A psychologist

Our Goals: 1.) The goal of getting people to rethink what it means to be fit. 2.) To provide a platform that humanizes people. Because social media hasn’t done a great job at doing so. 3.) To help our audience understand that this journey is a grind, it’s consistency. It’s not a quick fix system, it’s a journey, a lifestyle. 4.) There’s a lot of false information out there, our goal is to get people to understand that this journey requires personalization. Episode Objectives: -Highlight Thomas’ personal journey. -Answer the questions of why we started the MFJ platform and the inspirations and hopes for MFJ. -Get insight on the listener experience and how host Thomas Noah will interact with his guests, highlighting certain aspects of their fitness journey. Topics Highlighted: -Immigration to the United States (US). -Ron Burton Training Village (RBTV). -The marathon journey (4 marathons before the end of high school). -The Fitness Journey in High School. -The Fitness Journey in College. -Life after college (the marathon journey as an adult). -Intentional Traveling. -Vegas Marathon. -Meeting legends (David Goggins). -What is means to be a Goggins. -The mindset of a marathon runner.