Hey Preslie Podcast

In this episode I am joined, for the second time, by yoga instructor, meditation teacher and founder of Livin in Flow, Taylor Wray (@taylor_wrayyoga). She first joined us on episode #11 in July 2018 with her now fiance, Tommy Mac, and is back solo to speak to a wider variety of topics. She’s a teacher to teachers — educating individuals on how to lead yoga and mindfulness in a way that’s all-encompassing. 

In this conversation we discuss:

• How service providers (particularly hourly employees) can pivot their business to be more sustainable long-term
• Ways to think about slowing down when your body is begging for rest
• How to work through a major identity shift (i.e. when you can’t or don’t want to do what you’re known for anymore)
• A conversation about self-care, meditation and self-awareness that’s super realistic and approachable 
• Ways to set yourself up for success and avoid burnout after experiences that demand a lot of your energy

I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Taylor Wray’s website for retreats, trainings and more: taylorwray.love
• Taylor’s podcast for yoga teachers, “Yoga Teacher Circle” on Apple Podcasts / Spotify 
• Book: How Champions Think by Dr. Bob Rotella on Amazon
• Tune in to Taylor’s first appearance on the show, episode #11 “All Things Yoga” on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! 

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In this episode I am joined by CrossFit* Games athlete and founder of CrossFit Magna (@cfmagna), Brian Kunitzer. As a competitive athlete, husband, father and business owner, Brian can speak to how to prioritize your health while you have a lot on your plate, and the importance of making choices that are aligned with your values. Over the last 10 years of owning an exercise facility centered around family, health and fitness, Brian has learned a lot about a well-rounded fitness program, coaching, helping individuals achieve their goals and much more.

In this conversation we discuss:

• The basics of what CrossFit is as an exercise program
• How to take the next step in long-term health and fitness (especially if you just started a routine during quarantine)
• How a functional fitness program positively impacts your life physically and mentally outside of the gym
• A challenge you can try to work on reducing how often you complain and the way you frame opportunities 
• How to find the right gym, coach and/or program for you
• Debunking common questions/concerns like if you need to be in shape before starting CrossFit, what to think about if you feel judged as a newbie at the gym and if you should still workout if you’re super sore
• And more!

I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• CrossFit Magna’s website: crossfitmagna.com
• A Complaint Free World by Will Bowen on Amazon
• The Sickness-Wellness-Fitness Continuum 
• Danny Brown Talks Phoenix podcast 
• Learn about CrossFit as a company/methodology at crossfit.com

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*CrossFit is a registered trademark ® of CrossFit, Inc.

Today I am joined by the incredible Dr. Mallory Fox (@drfoxyfit). She is the owner of Be Foxy Fit; a practice that helps individuals get pain-free and rediscover how to enjoy life after events, injuries or other circumstances that have changed their version of normal movement. Mallory is also a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) survivor, yoga + mindfulness teacher, life-long student and lululemon ambassador. 

In this conversation we discuss:

• How to help someone you know going through a traumatic event
• The importance of grieving, even while still practicing gratitude 
• What mindful movement is and why it’s valuable to incorporate in your routine
• And more! 

I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Mallory’s website, blog + services: befoxyfit.com
• 30 Days of Mindful Movement Course

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Today (April 20, 2020) is exactly two years from the date that I released the first episodes of the Hey Preslie Podcast. To celebrate, I invited my great friend Mary Foran (@manicuredmeatheads) back to the show to turn the tables and interview me on the journey over the last two years. It’s a fun and relaxed conversation, and I am so grateful for your support thus far.

In this interview we cover:

• Why I started the podcast
• Some of my favorite stories of growth and learning along the way
• Other shows and hosts that have inspired me
• and more!

I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Hey Preslie Podcast Episode Directory 
• Podcast shows: The Tim Ferriss Show, On Purpose with Jay Shetty, Powerhouse Women, How I Built This with Guy Raz, RISE Podcast with Rachel Hollis, RISE Together Podcast with Dave and Rachel Hollis
• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• Free Enneagram Test

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Please welcome Thomas Barr, Executive Director of Local First Arizona (@localfirstaz) to the show! Thomas is an Arizona native, speaker, philanthropist, champion for locally owned businesses and committed to building vibrancy, equity, and prosperity across the state. If you are interested in supporting small businesses during this time (whether you’re in AZ or not), you’ll find this conversation interesting, informative and inspiring. 

In this interview we cover:

• The benefits of shopping local (and common misconceptions about it)
• Different ways you can support small businesses
• Obstacles small businesses face that you may not have thought about before
• Ways that independent operators are pivoting and adapting during this unprecedented time

I would love to hear what you think of this interview — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Local First Arizona website: localfirstaz.com
• Local First Arizona business search
• U.S. Small Business Administration website

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Please welcome Donny Starkins (@donny_starkins) BACK to the show! He first joined us on episode #28, and I invited him back on to share his heart during these challenging times. 

As a yoga instructor, meditation leader, teacher and coach, he has an ability to make complex concepts feel achievable, even in the midst of chaos. Today’s conversation is shorter than the average episode because we’re primarily discussing how to navigate feelings of anxiety, fear or uncertainty during this COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, his tools and mindset shifts are valuable and applicable far beyond a global health crisis and I hope they help you and/or your loved ones.

In this interview we cover:

• Shifting your mindset while navigating uncertainty and/or anxiety
• Using mindfulness to manage fear
• Adopting the leadership approach
• Daily practices and a powerful acronym to promote personal accountability and self-compassion

I would love to hear what you think of this interview — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Donny’s website: donnystarkins.com 
• Book: Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach
• 28-Day Free Meditation Challenge
• Donny’s YouTube channel 

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Please welcome spin instructor, health guru, life coach, host of the Positively Real Podcast and founder of Silver Lining Wellness, Brittny King (@brittnyking_) to the Hey Preslie Podcast. With a contagious energy and authentic perspective, Brittny breaks down her self-discovery journey thus far and provides tactical tips we can all use as we pursue growth, fulfillment and self-love.

In this conversation we cover:

• An introduction to a growth mindset
• Why language (what you say out loud AND to yourself) is so powerful
• Common roadblocks on the way to self-love and fulfillment 
• Evaluating how your actions are aligned with the way you feel about yourself 
• The importance of morning routines (and how that also requires a night routine)
• And so much more!

I would love to hear what you think of this interview — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• brittnyking.com
• Positively Real Podcast with Brittny King 
• Free Enneagram test
• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• Marie Forleo’s B-School
• lululemon website

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Please welcome brand strategist, entrepreneur and speaker, Teri Crenshaw (@tericrenshaw) to the Hey Preslie Podcast. As a former fitness professional turned marketing expert, Teri helps businesses speak to their ideal client with clarity and confidence. Whether you own a business or not, there’s a lot of really interesting nuggets in this interview that may make you look at the way you present yourself, or the companies that you support, differently.

In this conversation we cover:

• How to create a captivating elevator pitch
• Why storytelling is so powerful in business and personal branding
• What it is about certain brands, websites and marketing that makes you identify with it 
• A different way to look at Imposter Syndrome 
• And so much more!I would love to hear what you think of this interview — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• SheEO Media website
• StoryBrand website / Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller
• Free Enneagram test
• The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman

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I am so excited to welcome speaker, author, business owner, CrossFitter, dad, husband and personal growth junkie Caleb Anderson (@calebanderson.tv) to the Hey Preslie Podcast. As the founder of Spirit Farm, Caleb uses his talent and unique abilities to empower individuals to live a higher quality of life and get out of their own way. 

In this conversation we cover:

• Why Type A personalities and high-achievers tend to struggle with feeling fulfilled, and what to do about it 
• The mantra Caleb uses to see the value in challenging times or daily inconveniences
• What made Caleb decide to leave the church world to help "all people, not just Christians" 
• How to break big projects down into manageable pieces (like writing a book!)
• And so much more

I would love to hear what you think of this interview — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• CrossFit Magna
• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• Evernote
• Scrivener 
• CalebAnderson.tv (books, speaking, coaching)
• Spirit Farm website
• Spirit Farm Podcast
• Upcoming Spirit Farm retreat: The Good Life (discount code: FRIENDS20)

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Founder of Leaders Online and CPA, Katie Thomas (@katiethomascpa), is a digital marketing strategist, content creation expert, national speaker and entrepreneur. She recently went through a major career change after leaving the accounting world behind to start a business more aligned with her current passions and strengths. Katie shares very openly here about the challenges that come with a big professional pivot including identity, support from friends and/or family, how to pick the “right” next move and more.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Contact Katie online
• LinkedIn
• Tim Ferris Show
• A Tribe Called Bliss by Lori Harder
• Asana project management system
• Trello project management system 
• Hubspot (free CRM)
• Zoom (for video calls)

I would love to hear what you think of this interview — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy! 
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