Courageous Wellness
Courageous Wellness is a platform to interview diverse people about their personal journeys in health and wellness. From physical wellness, to emotional and spiritual, we hear courageous stories. We are committed to de-stigmatizing conversations in the wellness space and celebrate the experiences and lessons of our guests. Aly and Erica are certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coaches with advanced training in gut health and hormone health, and both have had incredible personal wellness journeys.
Episodes

Wednesday Sep 26, 2018
Wednesday Sep 26, 2018
Today on the Podcast, we speak to the Co-Founder of FitVine Wine, Mark Warren! FitVine Wine created a wine with less sugar, sulfites, lower carbs, calories, and no additives -- without sacrificing flavor! We talk with Mark all about how he started FitVine, his own entrepreneurial journey, and discuss all things wine!
To learn more about FitVine Wine visit their website /www.fitvinewine.com/ or follow them on Instagram @fitvine_wine
Don't forget to rate and review our podcast! You can also follow us on Instagram @CourageousWellness

Wednesday Sep 19, 2018
Wednesday Sep 19, 2018
Today on the podcast we have the beautiful and inspirational Candice Nikeia! For the last two years, Candice has worked full time as a professional fashion blogger, model, and host! On this episode we talk all about the power of gratitude, finding real happiness, and living fearlessly. We also talk all about her impressive self care and wellness routine (spoiler: it includes love songs!) Prepare to be blown away by Candice's courageous and incredible journey!
To learn more about Candice you can visit her website http://www.candicenikeia.com/ or follow her on Instagram @CandiceNikeia. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review our podcast! You can also follow us on Instagram @CourageousWellness

Wednesday Sep 12, 2018
Erika C. Weiss on Body Positivity, Slay by Erika, and All Things Fitness
Wednesday Sep 12, 2018
Wednesday Sep 12, 2018
This week on Courageous Wellness we talk with Erika C. Weiss all about body positivity, her weight loss transformation through Kayla Itsines BBG workout, and creating her own fitness program SLAY by Erika.
Erika is a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer and was featured with Kayla Itsines on Good Morning America. She also promotes body positivity and self love on instagram. To learn more follow Erika on Instagram @ErikaCWeiss and check our her website http://erikacweiss.com/ to download Slay By Erika!
Don’t forget to leave a review and rate Courageous Wellness! Follow us on Instagram @CourageousWellness

Wednesday Sep 05, 2018
Aly and Erica Discuss Whole30, Monthly Challenges, and Food Accessibility
Wednesday Sep 05, 2018
Wednesday Sep 05, 2018
Erica and Aly get personal on this week's solo episode of Courageous Wellness! We talk all about monthly challenges, going gluten free and dairy free and all things Whole 30. We also share our own personal stories and explore food accessibility and affordability, in addition to discussing what is inspiring us in wellness today.
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! Follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness

Wednesday Aug 29, 2018
Wednesday Aug 29, 2018
This week on Courageous Wellness, we get REAL and go DEEP as we discuss all things Financial Wellness! Our courageous guest, Krystal Rose, works with women of all ages as a financial educator, empowering women to take charge of their own lives through their finances and financial literacy!
Krystal is also the creater of Soul Wanderful a lifestyle website that encourages a heightened sense of consciousness of our impact on the world. Fostering healthy mind and body, Soul Wanderful encourages exploring the world in a sustainable way. Soul Wanderful also highlights people, causes, and organizations that are active and or innovative in creating positive change in the world. Listen and prepare to be inspired by Krystal’s inspiring and courageous story of financial wellness, travel, and much more!
To learn more follow Krystal on Instagram @krystalrosewanders and check our her travel website Soul Wanderful at www.soulwanderful.com
Don’t forget to leave a review and rate Courageous Wellness! Follow us on Instagram @CourageousWellness

Wednesday Aug 22, 2018
Wednesday Aug 22, 2018
The inspirational MaryKate Schmidt of Froyo to Fitness joins us this week on Courageous Wellness! We talk all about her workout and nutrition plan, her weight loss journey, body image, and the importance of community. MaryKate created the FTF movement, a guide to help women support each other, sweat, eat right and feel their best! The Movement is a a group of women striving for progress over perfection and living their best life in the process! You can purchase her plan at https://www.froyotofitness.com and follow MaryKate on Instagram @FroyotoFitness!
Don't forget to leave us a comment and rate our podcast! You can also follow us on Instagram @CourageousWellness

Wednesday Aug 15, 2018
Wednesday Aug 15, 2018
Melissa Harding joins us this week on Courageous Wellness! Melissa is an accomplished singer, actor, and voice teacher who has toured all over the world, most recently with Sixx:A.M. On this episode, we discuss her self care and wellness practice on the road, vocal health, and the importance of breathing! Prepare to be inspired by this incredibly talented and courageous boss babe! Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review our podcast and follow us on Instagram @CourageousWellness! You can also follow Melissa on Instagram @MelissaKHarding and on YouTube at youtube.com/melissakharding

Wednesday Aug 08, 2018
Brenna Dwyer on Spiritual Fitness, Dealing with Grief, and The Class by Taryn Toomey
Wednesday Aug 08, 2018
Wednesday Aug 08, 2018
The incredible Brenna Dwyer joins us this week as we discuss all things Spiritual Fitness, Dealing with Grief, and The Class by Taryn Toomey. The Class by Taryn Toomey is a practice of self study through physical conditioning. Through simple, repetitive calisthenics and plyometrics, participants challenge the body to engage the mind. With guided instruction and carefully curated music, this Class invites students to witness their resistance to discomfort. The result is an expansive, heart-opening, body-strengthening release. You will sweat, cry, and feel a total release by the end of the hour.
Brenna is a classically trained dancer who spreads her gifts as an instructor at The Class by Taryn Toomey and Exhale in Los Angeles. Brenna is an absolute inspiration who lives her truth and inspires others to tap into their own light.
You can follow Brenna on instagram at @_brennadwyer_ and read about her at https://taryntoomey.com/brenna-bio
Don't forget to subscribe to Courageous Wellness and follow us at @CourageousWellness on instagram!

Wednesday Aug 01, 2018
Wednesday Aug 01, 2018
Anzaldúing It Podcast hosts and best friends Jackie Caraves and Angélica Becerra join us this week on Courageous Wellness! Jackie and Angélica are two badass PHD candidates living their most authentic lives. They share what it’s like to live in the borderlands as queer latinxs staying on top of their horoscopes and avoiding their dissertations. Today we talk all about astrology, self-care tool kits, mental health, and the importance of living your truth!
Anzaldúing It is a podcast that covers topics like self-care, toxic relationships, gender identity, astrology, sexuality, academia and much more. You can follow Jackie and Angélica on Instagram @AnzalduingIt, @Angelicaisaibacerra, and @Getitgirrl.

Wednesday Jul 25, 2018
Wednesday Jul 25, 2018
This week on Courageous Wellness we welcome the self-described bread witch and baker extraordinaire – Coco of Coco Bakes! Coco’s organic, vegan, gluten-free, naturally leavened, sprouted, wildly fermented sourdough bread has gained a cult like following. Her bread goes on sale at 10am on Saturdays and Sundays and even though she sells over 100 loaves, it sells out almost immediately. In addition to bread she has also made a name for herself for creating delicious vegan, gluten and refined sugar free desserts. In this episode, we discuss her transition to bread, her fearlessly honest and unapologetic instagram message, dealing with anxiety, and how Coco Bakes began. She is unapologetically herself and inspires others to be the same -- so prepare to be inspired by Coco's courageous journey! You can follow Coco on Instagram @CocoBakes and visit her website www.cocobakesLA.com