Six-Pack with Erin Inselman

Today I’m joined by a very special guest, my father Jack Oholendt! He is a Certified Strengths and Conditioning Coach, Teacher, and Motivational Speaker and was kind enough to share some of the wisdom he’s gained throughout his life with myself and my listeners. 

The values we learn early on in life are ones we tend to pass down when we eventually leave the nest and have children of our own. Empathy, kindness and personal development have always been a huge part of my life and have been something my parents actively taught me and my siblings growing up. 

My father has an interesting perspective on family values as someone who grew up with a parent in the military and travelled a lot throughout his early years. In this episode, we get into the lessons that were instilled in my dad from his own parents, his advice for others who started a family at a young age, as well as what the transition to becoming a grandparent has been like. 

If you’re interested to hear more, then tune in to Episode 9 of Six Pack!

Some Questions I Ask:

• What are lessons you’ve learned from your parents that have made you into the father you are today? (2:32)
• Could you speak on the idea of ‘proximity’ that you taught us growing up? (18:04)
• What has the evolution from father to grandfather been like for you? (19:41)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• Some background on my father, Jack Oholendt (0:54)
• How personal growth has always been a part of our family (1:18)
• Values that were instilled in my father from an early age (8:03)
• The emphasis on kindness and empathy throughout my father’s life (10:10)
• How my father applies his ideologies in his teaching and influences his students (11:52)
• Why my grandfather placed importance on positive self talk (12:31)
• Advice from my father to young parents and families (16:04)

Let’s Connect!

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Connect With Jack Oholendt:

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• Facebook
• Twitter

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In this episode, I’m joined by my husband, Brian Inselman!

Our family has just undergone our first camping trip together and with that came many pitfalls and teaching moments along the way. We get into the lessons we learned as first-time campers, how the trip brought us closer together during these difficult times, and share some funny stories that we experienced during our time away. 

As the pandemic has become an everyday part of our lives, a camping trip was a no-brainer for us! With less and less things to do lately, it’s never been a more relevant time to get back to nature and connect with the outdoors.   

To hear more about our getaway and listen to Brian’s insights on the trip, tune in to Episode 8 of Six Pack! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• Our experiences during our first family camping trip & A few funny stories (1:07)
• Ways our family adjusted to the outdoors as people who are used to more ‘traditional’ holidays (10:02)
• How camping brought out family closer during Covid-19 (12:59)
• A brief background on Brian’s life and connection to California (17:26)
• Lessons we learned from the camping trip (20:27)
• Our overall experience & What we know to do differently for the next time (27:11)

Let’s Connect!

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• Facebook

Connect With Brian Inselman:

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• LinkedIn
• Achieve Physical Therapy - Website

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Manifestation has been a part of my practice for years now. As a mother and business owner whose life can get pretty overwhelming at times, I’ve often had to remind myself of my own capabilities and inner strength. Our minds are powerful tools and when we learn how to tap into and utilize the best parts of ourselves, anything is possible. 

In this episode, I share a few strategies I use in working towards my goals, how vision boards have helped me and my family stay motivated, and why using ‘I am’ statements are so important to the way we think about ourselves.

We all have so many bright and worthy ideas that are just waiting to be seen by the world and now is the time to put those goals in motion. Creating lifelong, positive habits will show us what we’re able to accomplish and will completely shift the way we think when approaching future desires. It’s also so important that we’re aware of our own worth and recognize that we are capable of achieving what we set out to do, just a few things that are possible through the power of manifesting!  

If you’re ready to start making your dreams into a reality, then tune in to Episode 7 of Six Pack! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• What manifestation means to me (0:44) 
• What ‘I am’ statements are and how they can be used to influence your thinking (2:11) 
• How to structure an action plan for your goals (5:29)
• How my family and I have used vision boards as inspiration (8:37)
• Ways I incorporate items on my vision board in my meditation practices (14:35)
• Why telling others about our goals can help us become more accountable (15:06)
• The importance of practicing gratitude (15:47)
• A strategy I use to shut down negative self-talk (18:47)

Let’s Connect!

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• Facebook

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This past week has been a bit of a headache, to say the least. Like many others, my family and I have been spending a lot of time together in quarantine, and with that comes new dynamics and more things to worry about. 

In this episode, I dive into some personal stories that have helped me recognize my own stressors, a few coping mechanisms that I use to handle stress, and how we can learn to better identify these symptoms before we feel out of control.  

Remember, it’s completely normal to feel this way and is all part of being human! Being honest with ourselves and adjusting our strategies to fit our routines is an essential part of living a healthy life. 

If you’re in need of a breather and want to learn some useful tips, then tune in to Episode 6 of Six Pack!

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• Recent experiences I had handling stressful situations with my children (0:35)
• How my family’s response helped me recognize what I needed in those moments (10:41)
• Personal strategies I use to cope with stress (13:48)
• Information on EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) (17:59)
• ‘Touch for Health’ Theory & How physical touch positively influences our health (26:09)

Let’s Connect!

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• Facebook

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What’s your daily routine look like? 

In this episode, I walk you through my daily regime around my diet. I talk about everything from the greens I use, adding lemon to my water, why detoxing is essential, and how to get yourself the vitamins you need daily to sustain a good immune system and support gut health. 

Tune in to Episode 5 of Six Pack and walk away with an idea of how to take your health and wellness to the next level and create structures in your life that result in seamless healthy habits. 

In this Episode, You Will Learn: 

• Why incorporate the superfood Athletic Greens into your day. (1:07)
• The benefits of drinking lemon water at room temperature. (5:19)
• Why detoxing is important, and what it really looks and feels like. (11:20)
• My daily vitamin regimen. (24:12)
• How I program my phone to keep me on track throughout each day. (28:37)

Resources: 

Athletic Greens

The 5-Day Real Food Detox by Nikki Sharp

Vitality Pack 

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Happy Mother’s Day!

In this episode, I interview 6 amazing women that have shared their stories, advice, and memories of Mother’s Day. These women cover everything from learning how to be a mother for the first time, teaching children to use social media, and reminiscing about mom fails. 

Tune in hear unique stories from 6 amazing mothers.

Stories You Will Hear: 

• The southern bell mother of six children and master of letting things go. (1:39)
• The differences between having your first and second child. (11:27)
• The time a child got lost at a children’s park in a foreign country. (21:40)
• When Mom threw away all the kids’ scooters. (25:01)

In This Episode, You Will Learn: 

• How to teach kids to use social media like you teach them to drive a car. (5:35)
• How to find your tribe as a new mother. (17:57)
• What parents ultimately want for their children. (29:53)

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Today I’m joined by my sister Shelby Herrington, a certified Strengths Coach who specializes in executive leadership and team coaching! Shelby was kind enough to give some insight into her career path journey and share her personal viewpoints on wellness in both life and business.  

Our lives are moving at a strange pace at the moment, which means self-care has never been more important. In this episode, we discuss the effect quarantine has had on our family units, childhood ideologies we’ve had to challenge in our adult lives, and ‘Boxes for Boundaries’ theory, a three-step approach created by Shelby. She also delves into her transition going from the corporate world into the Life Coaching field and how that process came to be. 

We also talk about the unique perspective we have as parents living through Covid-19 on opposite ends of the world. Shelby is based in the UK and talks about the outlook people over there have had towards the global pandemic in comparison to the US. We also touch on creative ways we’ve been keeping our kids engaged during lockdown and how we foster an open learning environment at home. 

It’s vital that we give ourselves room to grow right now, particularly as parents and caretakers. Listening to ourselves and creating a balance is essential for a healthy mind, especially for our little ones who are processing this all at once. Though don’t feel selfish in prioritizing yourself and your own wellbeing, we’ve got to put our oxygen masks on before we can help those around us! 

If you’re interested to learn more about these topics and gain some helpful advice from a qualified Life Coach, tune in to Episode 3 of Six Pack! 

Some Questions I Ask:

• How have your children been handling quarantine? (8:28)
• What has your journey been like shifting out of the corporate world? (16:06)
• If we don’t take care of ourselves first, how can we move forward? (26:32)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• Creative ways to keep your children engaged and actively learning during quarantine (13:44)
• The realities of emotional pressures and how that carries over into different aspects of your life (18:43)  
• The chemical effect stress has on your brain (20:18)
• ‘Boxes for Boundaries’ Theory created by Shelby Herrington (27:00)

Connect With Erin Inselman:

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• Website
• Facebook

Connect With Shelby Herrington:

• Website
• Email
• Linkedin

Resources: 

• Book - “The Chimp Paradox” Author, Steve Peters
• Book - “Dare To Lead” Author, Brené Brown

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At the end of a long yet typical day, do you ever lay down at night and ask yourself, “Where did the time go?” 

As a wife, mother of six, and business co-owner, it seems like every second of my day is spent. That’s why routines are absolutely essential in my life and in my family’s lives: routines make us more productive and efficient, they reduce stress, promote self-care, and so much more. Routines make us feel like we’re more in control of our lives. 

In this episode, I take you through my daily routine from the moment I open my eyes in the morning until I slip into sleep at night. I also share about my personal meditation practice and time management strategies. 

Let’s get started!

In This Episode, You Will Learn: 

• 5 reasons why routines will enhance your life. (1:36)
• What my routine looks like & why it’s so important to me. (4:03)
• How I learned to practice meditation regularly. (6:21)
• How I incorporate a gratitude practice into my evening routine. (18:34)
• How you can determine the true value of how you’re spending your time. (21:33)

Let’s Connect!

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Resources: 

The Secret by Rhonda Byrne

Headspace App

Calm App

Rapid Planning Method

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Life is a lovely, messy journey full of unexpected twists and turns.

When I entered adulthood, I never imagined that this is how my life would have turned out – and I’m so grateful for the way it has. I’m a mom of six, a wife, and a business owner in the health and fitness industry – and I’m loving every moment of this. 

Join me on this very first episode of Six-Pack to get to know the members of my family and myself, and the story of how we came to be. Going forward, I’ll be sharing real and raw talks on parenting, self-growth, health, fitness, and relationships. 

Let’s get started!

In This Episode, You Will Learn: 

• How this podcast came to be. (2:04)
• The history of my family life & how we settled in the Midwest. (7:41)
• How I navigated 3 children, switching jobs, earning my Master’s degree, and my husband opening his own business. (13:13)
• My experience transitioning from “Career Mom” to “Stay-at-Home Mom.” (18:54)
• How we went from having 4 children to 6 and a dog. (21:05)
• Why “Six-Pack?” (27:25)
• What to expect from this podcast going forward. (28:19)

Let’s Connect! 

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