Pivotal Focus Podcast

Diagnosed with breast cancer in her 30's, Trista hasn't let chemo or upcoming surgery change her hunger and zest for life.  She participated in Row for a Cure and has stayed active throughout her treatment.  She has an incredibly inspiring attitude and mindset and you will learn a lot from her story.   Organizations mentioned on the podcast: Row for the Cure Susan G. Komen Puget Sound American Cancer Society

Brandy Schroeder is a nutrition coach with an extensive background as a competitive bodybuilder.  On this podcast we talk about the kind of discipline it takes to take your body to the extreme.  We talk about how goals change and how important it is to achieve balance.   We talk about “abs check” and body image.  We talk about being a mom and how nutrition is a part of her daily life.  Brandy gives some fantastic perspective and tips.   Please follow her at www.instagram.com/motivateandbfit

Real transformation doesn't take place over a 30 day challenge. Sarah spent years struggling with diets and exercise programs before she found what fit. This episode includes her story, tips for food prep, how to make weight loss last and an important discussion about choosing nutrition and exercise habits that work for your personality!   Follow Sarah recipes, weightlifting videos and cat pics on Instagram at www.instagram.com/spicy.sarahcha

Tina Dominguez is a friend and fellow nutrition coach.  On this podcast episode, we talk about her difficult childhood and experience in the Marine Corps.  This episode includes discussions about sexual assault so may not be appropriate for all ages.   Tina is sharing her story so others know they are not alone.  Her mission is to make others feel valued and understand that they matter.   Follow her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/tina.m.dominguez Contact her on her website at http://www.tinamdominguez.com/  

Tina Hurley is an amazing woman.  Faced with a rare medical condition that left her unable to walk or live without debilitating pain, she ultimately underwent amputation of her leg below the knee.   On this episode, she shares her story and opens up her identity as an athlete and how it changed while facing a medical crisis.  Her story is about perseverance, gratitude and a new outlook on life. Find Tina on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tina.godfrey.77 and on Instagram @Tinah214 Her story https://yoocanfind.com/Story/1315/less-leg-more-heart   Organizations mentioned in the podcast: The Other 23 www.theother23.org Adaptive Training Foundation http://adaptivetrainingfoundation.org/ Project Giveback https://pgb1.org/    

Terri Farley is a masters CrossFit Athlete that has overcome numerous physical challenges in her pursuit of a healthy and fit lifestyle.  Terri is inspiring because she doesn't put limits on what is possible.   If you have ever felt like an injury or physical issue was a barrier to achieving your goals, this is a great podcast episode for you.     Follow Terri on instagram  @tfarley12

Donta Finney is a certified personal trainer and the creator of "PIP" short for Pain in the Park.   Donta was my coach the year I lost 40# and fell in love with fitness.   He is incredibly passionate about helping people get in shape.   He has an honesty and empathy that makes him both an extreme motivator and effective coach. This podcast includes his favorite tips and tricks for getting in shape and how he helps people find their "why."   Find him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MixedMartialFitness/ on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/fullcontact4fun/  

Jen Lovelace is a military spouse and a mom of 3.  This interview is about her journey to rediscover a healthy lifestyle.  She shares the real-life challenges that forced her to put her own fitness and nutrition on the backburner.   Her story is about making daily progress and her journey is inspiring. 

Today I interviewed Othon Costa.   Othon has spent a lot of his lift exploring meditation and mindfulness.   On this podcast episode, we talk about what it means to present, how to approach life without expectations or judgment and how to get started in the practice of meditations. Reach out to Othon if you have questions at rnothon@gmail.com Here are a few link mentioned in the episode. Mingyur Rinpoche talking about "monkey mind": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOJTbWC-ULc Southern Maryland Meditation Community (In Lusby MD): https://www.somdmeditationcommunity.org Monastery in Upstate NY: https://kagyu.org A fascinating talk about Mindfulness from Joseph Goldstein: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Uqoxo_jPXQ&t=2083s

Just about 1 year ago, Lucy was diagnosed with Stage 3 Inflammatory Breast Cancer.   Since her diagnosis, Lucy has travelled to Boston to participate in a chemotherapy trial to aggressively treat this rare form of Breast Cancer.  Lucy is a mom of 2 and actually discovered her cancer accidentally while weaning her daughter and thinking she had mastitis.  Lucy has an incredibly positive attitude and has tackled her treatment head on.       Lucy mentions two organizations at the end of the interview.  Here are their links if you would like to support.   Inflammatory Breast Cancer Network Foundation Lazarex Cancer Foundation

In this episode I talk to Katie Nutter.  Katie is the Masters Weightlifting National Champion in the 40-44 Age category.   She works hard on her training and nutrition, but it is her back story that sheds light on her drive and motivation.   Follow Katie on instagram @K_nutter77