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In this episode, host Holly Cotton has a Q&A session with multiple award winning producer Sean Keys in tribute to African American Music Appreciation Month. Sean is a Billboard/Mediabase Chart Topping Producer, 2021 NAACP Image Awards Nominee (Outstanding Producer of The Yr) and a 2022 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Awards Recipient.  Listen in as we talk about the importance of spotlighting artists, different music genres, some of his projects and balancing home versus production life. This episode's goal is to explore the importance of highlighting African American culture and living your passion. Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Guest: Sean Keys Contact info and links: Instagram: dasmoothest http://www.instagram.com/dasmoothest Twitter: @smoothtunesprod Facebook: SmoothTunes Productions Website: http://www.iamseankeys.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Holly Cotton has a Q&A session with Delisia S. Davis aka "deesexywife", YouTube relationship expert, life coach and author of The Sexy Wife...how to get, keep and please your man. Listen in as we talk about the importance of balancing wife/partner vs. everyday woman roles and some of her best episodes. This episode's goal is to highlight the importance of keeping relationships happy and healthy.  Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Guest: Delisia S. Davis aka deesexywife Contact info and links: 1. YouTube Channel: DeeSexyWife https://www.youtube.com/deesexywife 2. Book: "The Sexy Wife" available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sexy-Wife-day-Life/dp/1505672945/ref=sr_1_1?crid=7SO9DHGH846O&keywords=The+sexy+wife&qid=1655691393&sprefix=the+sexy+wifeaps170&sr=8-1 3. Instagram: DeeSexyWife Just Listen, LLC & Relationship Therapy (@deesexywife)  4. Private Sessions: http://www.calendly.com/Justlisten https://calendly.com/justlisten Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Holly Cotton has a Q&A session with the hosts of the hit show "Gossiping Heifers". They discuss obstacles of developing their brand and platform as women in a male dominated industry. We also talk about some of their popular previous show topics (including controversial BLM episode, gun control and healthy sex lives). Empowering women in media is this show's goal.  Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Guests: Gossiping Heifers Duo Michele and Rochele IG: gossipingheifers http://www.instagram.com/gossipingheifers Tiktok: gossipingheifers YouTube: Gossiping Heifers https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQC7HWuX6LjMiAKK3VsfAMw Streaming series @icentraltv and @signatureserieznetwork Live Thursdays 8 PM CST on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Holly Cotton discusses PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). We explore symptoms, risk factors and why minorities have an increased morality and morbidity rates with this syndrome. PCOS Management Coach and survivor, Neme Conan-Orisakwe joins in on this episode. She shares her expertise and experience with PCOS as well as discusses her book "Beat PCOS, Reclaim Fertility". Identifying and treating symptoms is imperative to close the gap in survival to ensure all ethnicities have optimum treatment and survival. Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Guest: Neme Conan-Orisakwe IG: the_momtrainer http://www.instagram.com/the_momtrainer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Holly Cotton discuss Melanoma Awareness Month. She explores warning signs of skin cancer, diagnosing, prevention and being an advocate for your own health. Education of skin cancer in minorities and raising awareness for melanoma are this episode's goals.  Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Holly Cotton discuss Mental Health Awareness with professional basketball player, Marshay Moore and the pressure of maintaining performing at an athletic level in sports. They explore how to identify warning signs and coping strategies with mental health issues as an athlete and common disparities between men and women athletes. Identifying and getting support early is crucial for our mental health and knowing that you are not alone and raising awareness is this episode's goals.  Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Guest: Marshay Moore IG: ballershay13 http://www.instagram.com/ballershay13 Arizona Ice Women's Basketball http://www.instagram.com/arizona_ice_wba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Beyond the Fit, host Holly Cotton covers the " Pretty Girls Lift" event in Dallas, Texas. She also discusses the importance of having good mental health, early identification of mental health concerns and finding support outlets such as fitness and community events. Identifying and getting support early is crucial for our mental health and knowing that you are not alone and raising awareness is this episode's goals. Listen to interviews from the organizers of the event as well as a few panel guests sharing their journey to embrace and deal with their mental health/trauma to have healthy mental statues as well as physical. We discuss the importance of having a strong fitness community to keep us motivated and disciplined! Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Mentions: IG: officiallilgymbae http://www.instagram.com/officiallilgymbae IG: ebonyfitweekend http://www.instagram.com/ebonyfitweekend IG: prettygirlsliftco http:/www.instagram.com/prettygirlsliftco IG: ashleenicole http://www.instagram.comashnicole17eff IG: coco-chanel http:/www.instagram.com/thecocochaneljonez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Beyond the Fit, host Holly Cotton has q&a with Houston's Rare Breeds gym owner, Justin Marlin, regarding following his dream of opening a gym, unexpected expenses and issues as well as balancing a healthy relationship in the fitness industry. The goal of going Beyond the Fit is bringing awareness to different topics to push us to pursue life goals, spread awareness and answer questions about health and lifestyle. We are pushing past just looking fit, but being overall fit in mind, body and life in general.  Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Guest: Justin Marlin IG: http:/www.instagram.com/rarebreedsgym http:/www.instagram.com/marlin__made Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Beyond the Fit, host Holly Cotton discusses April's Sexual Assault Awareness with Lt Merrell Merricks of the New Orleans Sexual Crime Investigation Department. They define different sexual assaults, how to prevent assault and the process of reporting assault as well as populations affected. Part of going Beyond the Fit is bringing awareness to different topics that others may be dealing with or may encounter that can cause them mental health concerns leading to unhealthy lifestyle practices. Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Mention: Lt. Merrell Merricks with the New Orleans Sexual Crime Investigation Unit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Beyond the Fit, host Holly Cotton covers the "Ebony Fit Weekend" traveling event live. Listen to interviews from the organizers, the Mayor of Houston, and trainers/class hosts of the event. She discusses the importance of having a strong fitness community to keep us motivated and disciplined! Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Mentions: IG: ebonyfitweekend http://www.instagram.com/ebonyfitweekend IG: phillyweeden http://www.instagram.com/phillyweeden IG: officiallilgymbae http://www.instagram.com/officiallilgymbae Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Beyond the Fit, host Holly Cotton discusses April's Autism Acceptance Awareness campaign. She defines what autism is, risk factors, populations affected, and coping techniques for autistic individuals. She also discusses the importance of having a strong fitness community to keep us motivated and disciplined! She also gives a sneak peak into next episode's topic where she covered Ebony Fit Weekend live! Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Mention: IG: ebonyfitweekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Beyond the Fit host, Holly Cotton, discusses the effects of mental clarity on your life. Lack of focus, memory loss, sleep disorders, reduced motivation, depression, weight gain...these is related to a cluttered mind. This episode includes how to identify signs and recommendations to get your mind back so you can increase your productivity and performance at whatever it is you want to do. Be sure to follow and connect with our host! Host-Holly Cotton *Follow me on IG: hollycotton_ http:/www.instagram.com/hollycotton_ *You can order Holly's books "Day 1" & "STRONG. More than Muscles" anywhere that sells books and on her website, as well as "Strong Squad" apparel: http://www.defineyourstrong.com *Follow me on twitter: thehollycotton *Follow me on TikTok: hollycotton_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices