Reborn with Ashley Horner

On today's episode of Reborn, Ashley and her husband Blu give listeners an inside look at the last few weeks leading up to her NPC Nationals competition in Orlando, Florida. Ashley competed in the NPC Mid-Atlantic this November and following that competition she immediately jumped into a rigorous prep for NPC Nationals. She shares some of the challenges she faced, reflects on her experience and confirms that the competitor in her is still hungry for more. It’s a raw look into Ashley's world that you don’t want to miss. Stay tuned for the bonus episode this Friday where Ashley takes your questions. Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's guest on Reborn is Diva Richards. Diva is a fitness trainer, motivational speaker, podcaster, and the founder and CEO of Hard Work No Excuses, LLC. She has successfully coached hundreds of small to medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurs using her patented Do Work Method, which focuses on strategic thinking, leadership, problem-solving, communication, and overall productivity. On today's episode, Ashley and Diva talk about leading by example, being a free-thinker, why you shouldn't wait until the new year to get to the gym and how exercise is medicine. Check out Diva's podcast “Do Work!” on her YouTube channel Follow her on Instagram @DivaRichards and learn more at divarichards.com Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we are joined by Marisa LaRen. Marisa is a tattoo artist, visual artist, 1st Phorm athlete, model, and 2A advocate.  You can follow her on Instagram @Marisa.Laren and check out her body of work @MarisaLarenArt. On this episode of Reborn, Ashley and Marisa talk about Marisa's career, tattooing, overcoming fear in your life and career, the value of hard, and a lot more. Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of Reborn, Ashley and her husband Blu take listeners behind the scenes on the NPC Mid-Atlantic Open bodybuilding competition she competed in last weekend. Ashley placed first in every category she signed up for including Armed Forces, Masters Mid-Atlantic 35+, Open Mid-Atlantic and VA State Open NPC Class B. She also was named the Mid-Atlantic Overall Winner, the NPC Overall Winner and Overall Best in Show. Listen in to hear how everything went, who Ashley's number one fan is, and why she isn't done yet. Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is retired Marine Staff Sergeant, Jose Luis Sanchez.  Jose lost his leg from an IED explosion in 2011 while on combat deployment in Afghanistan. Since then he’s led an inspirational effort to support veterans and anyone else looking to overcome mental and physical challenges through his fitness-centered nonprofit, Rise Above Hardship.  Follow him on Instagram @jls143_ and Rise Above Hardship @RiseAboveHardship On today's episode of Reborn, Ashley and Jose talk about his Alive Day, what led him to joining the Marine Corps, running the Boston Marathon for the first time, and his nonprofit Rise Above Hardship. Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashley's returning guest is Maddy Scholar. Maddy is the owner and founder of The Red Letter Project and MaddyDawg Training. Maddy discovered her passion for shooting during her time in the U.S. Coast Guard. During and after her time in service, she also completed her Masters degree overseas in the United Kingdom and became a published author. Maddy teaches full time and co-founded the Lady Sharpshooters group with her mother, Melissa. She is also an avid competitive shooter and looks to include more women in the sport. She attributes much of her teaching abilities to her background in competitive cage fighting, skydiving, bull-riding, and river diving. Specifically, her passion for combat sports has led her to spread awareness of the importance of understanding how to better defend. You can learn more about the Red Letter Project and what they have to offer by going to theredletterproject.com. You can follow Maddy and her work with the Red Letter Project by following her on Instagram @redletterproject.maddy. On today's episode of Reborn, Ashley and Maddy talk about Maddy's new venture in school, her goal with the Red Letter Project, the one item you should always keep on you when you travel, and more. Listen to Ashley and Maddy's first conversation here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/maddy-scholar-the-intersections-of-faith/id1521737212?i=1000566695643 Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Ashley is joined by trainer, fitness influencer and podcaster, Brittany Lupton. As a mom and wife, Brittany brings a relatable down-to-earth approach to health and fitness that emphasizes there are no “quick fixes” to fitness goals, but rather it’s about creating a new lifestyle in order to achieve those goals.  You can learn more at BrittanyLupton.com, as well as her YouTube channel, her podcast Fun & Gains, and her app on Playbook. You can follow her on Instagram @_brittanylupton On today’s episode, Ashley and Brittany talk about Brittany’s fitness philosophy, being vulnerable on social media, the challenges of getting back to the gym after motherhood and a lot more. Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashley is joined by bodybuilder, fitness influencer and Run Everything athlete, Kristen Nun. You can find Kristen on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter @kristen_nun . Check out her exclusive gear and merch at kristennun.com On today's episode, Ashley and Kristen discuss Kristen's upbringing, the decision to do fitness as a career, how to combat negativity on social media and advice to those who are struggling to find their self-confidence. It's a powerful conversation about embracing and owning who you are. Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest on Reborn is Emily Hayden. Emily is an IFBB Bikini fitness Pro, a professional coach and mentor, and a 1st Phorm athlete. She’s the host of the Evolve with Emily podcast and creator of the Evolve X Worldwide coaching program.  You can find her on Instagram @emilyhayden and learn more about her mentorship & coaching programs at emilyhaydenfitness.com. On today's episode, Ashley and Emily discuss Emily's health journey, her experience competing, why it's important to identify your core values, the power of having a positive community, her coaching programs and more. Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of Reborn, Ashley is joined by writer, actor, director, entrepreneur and former Navy SEAL, Remi Adeleke.  Ashley talks with Remi about his early life, how he became a Navy SEAL, where his passion for bringing awareness about human-trafficking and organ harvesting came from —and how listeners can get involved — and his upcoming projects. Remi Adeleke’s life is detailed in his bestselling memoir Transformed: A Navy SEAL’s Unlikely Journey from the Throne of Africa, to the Streets of the Bronx, to Defying All Odds.  His short film The Unexpected, which he wrote, directed, and produced, released on September 30th. It tells a story of human-trafficking and organ harvesting based on true events.  His acting credentials include Ambulance, 6 Underground, Terminal List and Transformers: The Last Knight. His most recent film The Plane is set to release in 2023.  You can also see him on Fox in January 2023 as a co-host in Special Forces: The Ultimate Test. Follow Remi Adeleke on Instagram @remiadeleke and Twitter @RemiAdeleke.   Sponsors: Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.  When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can help get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/REBORN today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices