Q&A w/ Mari & Fi: Fi’s Wild Miami Trip, Wedding Planning, Lip Blush + Hormonal Advice

Ep. #96 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I am joined by Todd Anderson, a former NFL conditioning coach and sleep optimization expert, as he shares his insights on how proper sleep can enhance hormone balance and overall health. We discuss his career evolution and fitness journey, as well as the  founding of Dream Recovery, which explores the vital relationship between sleep stages and daily vitality. We’ll delve into the psychological aspects of weight loss and learn about lesser-known sleep practices that can transform your night, like sauna sessions and mouth taping. Sleep is such an important part of our health, so let’s jump in and learn how to optimize our sleep! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Todd Anderson’s Instagram click here! For Dream Recovery’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Bite is offering our listeners 20% off your first order. Go to trybite.com/POW or use code POW at checkout to claim this deal. Right now, my listeners can receive 40% off Earth Breeze just by going to earthbreeze.com/pow. Go to Hungryroot.com/POW to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. Show links:  Mouth Tape Eye Mask Silk Pillow Case Dreamrecovery.io Eight Sleep Pad  Topics Discussed 02:20 - Todd’s athletic background  05:52 - Quality vs. quantity of sleep 08:26 - Front loading hydration and optimal meal times 14:33 - Implications of quality sleep 16:11 - Todd’s weight loss story 25:02 - Alcohol’s effect on sleep quality 29:13 - Heart rate variability 33:58 - Benefits of sauna and cold plunge 39:18- Cryotherapy 40:00- Optimal bedroom temperature  42:05- Mouth taping and mouth breathing 46:42 - Eye masks 49:07 - Nose strips 51:11 - TV and phones before bed 53:51 - Sleep apnea 54:23 - Melatonin 55:14 - CBD and weed before bed 56:14 - Differences in men and women’s sleep needs 56:54- WiFi and bluetooth effects on sleep 57:35- Tips for shift workers

Ep. # 95 This week on Pursuit of Wellness, we're flipping the script as Fi takes over the interviewer seat and grills me with your burning questions! From dishing out my favorite cuts of red meat to how I manage stress, we're covering it all. Tune in for some dairy and gluten-free recipe inspiration, my current workout routine, and how I avoid candida and heavy metals. Get ready for a candid chat on balancing discipline in daily life and updates on my mental health and journey to conception. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For POW Brand Promo Codes click here! Sponsored By: For a limited time, get 15% off + a free Starter Kit and bottle of Propolis throat spray when you shop my link at Piquelife.com/pow If you want to take the next step in improving your health, go to lumen.me and use code POW to get $100 off your Lumen. Listeners of my show can save $250 by going to mylifeforce.com/pow Show Links: Pursuit of Wellness EP: 55 My Practitioner On The Supplements & Lab Tests You Need, How To Fight Mold & Parasites, Root Causes of Acne, and How To Study Blood Work Topics Discussed 01:05 - Favorite cuts of red meat  02:05 - Avoiding heavy metals  04:43 - Dairy & gluten free meals  06:37 - Current workout routine  11:08 - Weight loss journey tips  12:04 - Candida treatment  13:39 - Stress management tips  16:51 - Discipline & balance  18:51 - Fasted workouts  21:30 - Feeling like your true self  24:09 - Fertility journey  28:29 - Mental Health  30:20 - Coachella  32:14 - Almost 100 episodes!

Ep. #94 Today on the Pursuit of Wellness, I’m thrilled to have Mimi Bouchard, the innovator behind the Superhuman App.  It’s easy to lose ourselves in the daily grind, but today's enlightening discussion about her unique activations that extend beyond traditional meditation was a revelation. We explored the concept of resilience, not just as bouncing back but as a pathway to gaining strength, wisdom, and empowerment, while shifting away from a victim mentality towards a future of success and abundance. We also examined how an entrepreneurial spirit can harmoniously blend with personal care, and discussed strategies for podcast marketing that might offer transformative opportunities. Joining this conversation with Mimi might just be the stepping stone you need to transform your self-image and embrace a life of abundance. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Mimi Bouchard’s Instagram click here! For Mimi Bouchard’s YouTube click here! For Superhuman’s Instagram click here! For POW Brand Promo Codes click here! Show Links: Superhuman App  activations.com/discount for up to 60% off and 14 days free with a money back guarantee Sponsored By: So go to plunge.com and use code POW for $150 off your purchase at plunge.com Get 20% off your first order a www.mauinuivenison.com/POW Go to Quince.com/pow for free shipping on your order and365-day returns Topics Discussed: 04:10 - Mimi’s journey with the Superhuman App 15:34 - Mimi before her personal development journey 23:13 - Bounce back theory 24:27 - Victim mentality 27:37 - Interrupting negative thoughts on a day to day basis 33:19 - Lucky girl syndrome 35:40 - Pregnancy related activations 37:20 - “Clarity” and “Becoming” 44:28 - Letting go of shame 48:40 - Social media and business 52:33 - Finding success in your feminine energy 57:00 - Getting started with Superhuman

Ep. # 93 Today, I'm sharing some life updates and guiding you through my morning routine. We'll start with my first solo trip to Nashville and my recent vacation to Turks & Caicos, where I had the opportunity to swim with dolphins, along with a recent incident involving mushroom chocolate. Then, I'll take you step by step through my morning routine, including skincare, workouts, breakfast, and spending time with my new puppy, Arnold, and all the moments in between. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For POW Brand Promo Codes click here! Sponsored By: Visit clearstemskincare.com and use code POW at checkout for 20% off your first purchase Chomps is offering our listeners 20% off your first order and free shipping when you go to Chomps.com/POW Save 15% and get free shipping on your Starter Kit when you use code POW at www.branchbasics.com Show Links: Eight Sleep Pad Crop Shop Boutique Jumper Hatch Alarm Bloom Blender Bottle Jigsaw Electrolytes Mari's Matcha Bloom Target Exclusive Superhuman App Topics Discussed: 04:28 - Recent travels 08:03 - Swimming with dolphins  10:37 - The mushroom chocolate incident  13:41 - In-laws visiting Austin & bread making 17:53 - Nighttime routine 20:02 - Waking up with the sun 22:03 - Morning skincare & my first drink of the day  23:45 - Puppy time with Arnold  27:47 - Getting my electrolytes in  29:15 - Workout routine  30:30 - Breakfast  33:26 - Supplements & mindfulness practice

Ep. #92 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I am joined by Sweetgreen’s co-founder Nicolas Jammet. He explains how a senior project transformed into a nationwide movement aimed at redefining fast food through transparent, nutritious offerings. Nicolas highlights the evolution of Sweetgreen's menu, which emphasizes protein-rich dishes and the use of wholesome ingredients like extra virgin olive oil. He also shares insights into his personal wellness journey and how significant life events like marriage and fatherhood have influenced his health perspective. Together, we discuss Sweetgreen's commitment to soil health, seasonal menus, and its mission to expand access to wholesome food, laying the groundwork for a sustainable future. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Nicolas Jammet’s Instagram click here! For Sweetgreen's Website click here! For Sweetgreen’s Instagram click here! For POW Brand Promo Codes click here! Sponsored By: Bite is offering our listeners 20% off your first order. Go to trybite.com/POW or use code POW at checkout to claim this deal Go to eightsleep.com/pow to save $200 off the Pod by Eight Sleep Visit Carawayhome.com/PURSUIT to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase Topics Discussed: 02:45 - The story of Sweetgreen 05:46 - Challenges of scaling a business 10:06 - Shift in trends with customers  16:35 - Customer faves 18:13 - Removing seed oils from Sweetgreen 22:47 - Adding steak to the menu  24:19 - Thoughts on diet and nutrition trends 27:55 - Sweetgreen’s 230 locations  30:46 - Nicolas Jammet’s personal health journey  33:20 - Maintaining health while being a parent  34:43 - Nutrition during fertility  37:02 - Sweetgreen’s supply chain team 41:06 - Focus on protein plates and opening new locations 42:16 - Having a strong connection with your food

Ep. #91 On today’s episode, Fi and I return for another girl chat, sharing tales hotter than the summer sun, complete with wellness tips, celebrity encounters, and wardrobe mishaps. Our conversations range from wild Miami bachelorette parties to Austin's unique eclipse-watching culture, letting you in on our latest adventures and practical advice amidst the chaos. I went on a quick business trip to Mexico, while Fi deals with Airbnb drama in Miami, and we both learn from an unexpected psychic encounter. As we move past wild nights, we reflect on managing major life events and health journeys, discussing everything from wedding planning to cancer recovery. Join us on this podcast journey, where we balance laughs with wellness lessons, all while navigating life's surprises. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Fiona’s Instagram click here! For POW Brand Promo Codes click here! Show Links: Plunge - code POW gets you a discount   Strawberry Kiwi Sponsored By: Listeners of my show can save $250 by going to mylifeforce.com/pow For a limited time, you can get $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/POW to start your subscription or use code POW at checkout Use code POW15 at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Topics Discussed: 01:08 - Personal catchup with Fi 03:17 - The eclipse 04:16 - Pickleball in Austin 05:02 - Austin 10k 09:20 - Austin vs. Los Angeles 13:03 - Fi’s Miami drama 17:28 - Bachelorette highlights 22:38 - Fi’s psychic reading 30:28 - Mari’s Mexico trip 34:59 - Mari’s new garage gym 37:25 - Lip Blush 38:56 - Bloom at Target and Bachelorettes 40:25 - Digestive issues 43:16 - Hormone regulation post birth control 45:43 - Austin POW girls meet up and Mari’s birth plan 49:40 - Wedding planning 53:29 - Health recovery after Cancer 55:48 - POW updates

Ep. #90 Today  I welcome back Danielle and Kayleigh from Clearstem for a part two on the Pursuit of Wellness. If you haven’t already heard part one, I highly recommend you go back and listen here - it’s the perfect introduction.  In Part 1, we covered all the basics and today we are going to be doing a deeper dive on all things acne. We touch on common problems in patients’ lab work, mold, acne, candida, caffeine, pore clogging ingredients and even how to order at restaurants.  **If you’d like to try Clearstem, use code POW for 15% off at https://clearstem.com/ For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Clearstem Instagram click here! For Daniella Instagram click here! For Kayleigh Instagram click here! For POW Brand Promo Codes click here! Sponsored by: Visit BetterHelp.com/POW today to get 10% off your first month. Get 20% OFF at honeylove by going to honeylove.com/POW For a limited time, get 15% off + a free Starter Kit and bottle of Propolis throat spray when you shop my link Piquelife.com/POW Topics Discussed: 02:16 - Part two with Danielle and Kayleigh of Clearstem  03:06 - Acne Lab program 08:01 - Common problems in patients’ lab work 09:54 - Fasting blood sugar and cortisol 11:01 - Approach to caffeine 20:35 - Returning to routine and rebound timelines 21:47 - Recommendations for eating out 25:09 - Diet soda 31:26 - Pore clogging ingredients 35:25 - Struggling through acne and being one with the customer 41:03 - Retinoid and purging 45:52 - Microneedling do’s and don'ts 50:16 - Zit patches 51:39 - Perioraldermatits 53:22 - Makeup brand recommendations  58:00 - Acne safe hair care 01:00:59 -  Skin spray 01:04:58 - Sexy people get acne Show Links: EP. 19: All Things Acne: How To Heal Skin, Foods/Ingredients To Avoid, Accutane, Exfoliation, and Lowering Cortisol Clearstem Website - Use code POW for 15% on all products outside the acne lab Clearstem YOUARESUNSHINE sunscreen Clearstem PREGAME face mask Priia Makeup King Coffee

Ep. #89 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I’m joined by Christian Guzman. He sits down for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, bodybuilding, and where his business is at now.  For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Christian Guzman’s Instagram click here! For alphalete Instagram click here! For POW Brand Promo Codes click here! Sponsored By: Use code POW for $150 off your purchase at purchase at plunge.com Visit clearstemskincare.com and use code POW at checkout for 20% off your first purchase Save 15% and get free shipping on your Starter Kit when you use code POW at www.branchbasics.com Topics Discussed: 03:02 - Christian Guzman’s journey 05:40 - Christian’s influences 07:52 - Creative vs business 08:50 - Figuring out your own business 19:57 - Summer shredding 21:01 - Bodybuilding competitions 23:26 - Recovering from competitions 26:44 - “Proud, but never satisfied” 29:25 - Motivation in business and fitness 30:48 - Alphalete 33:00 - Alphaland 36:03 - Christian and Heidi’s love story 39:30 - Struggle with Adderall 44:36 - Current health goals 47:33 - Christian’s 10 goals 49:45 - What’s next for Alphalete 52:30 - Being the face of the company 56:38 - What wellness means to Christian

Ep. #88 On today’s episode, I sit down with Heidi Somers aka Buff Bunny and discuss her journey from the snowy vibes of Alaska to the fitness hustle in Texas. Along the way, she turned Buff Bunny into a powerhouse of women's empowerment, all while keeping it real about the ups and downs of business life, from moving states to winning over a growing bunch of fans who dig her business smarts and meal prep tips. We also get into the real talk about the impact she’s made online, the special moments with fans, and the personal stuff like planning a real-deal wedding and tackling fertility challenges, all with the fitness world buzzing around her. Heidi’s take on fashion inclusivity and gearing up for motherhood leaves us feeling pumped about the many layers of wellness and chasing what you love. So, let's dive into this chat and uncover the raw and real side of thriving in the fitness game and beyond. For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Heidi Somer’s Instagram click here! For Buff Bunny Collection Instagram click here! For Heidi Somer’s YouTube click here! Sponsored By: Go to magicspoon.com/PURSUIT to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code PURSUIT at checkout to save five dollars off your order! Go to eightsleep.com/pow to save $200 off the Pod by Eight Sleep. Visit Carawayhome.com/PURSUIT to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/PURSUIT or use code PURSUIT at checkout. Caraway.Non-Toxic cookware made modern. Topics Discussed: 04:37 - Heidi Somers and the start of Buff Bunny 08:08 - Heidi’s childhood and story  25:04 - Work ethic and being motivated by fear 31:22 - Heidi’s journey with fitness 34:06 - Feeling sluggish due to your diet 40:56 - Importance of learning to set boundaries 42:47 - Beginning to blog  47:06 - Being at the epicenter of fitness 51:15 - Fertile era and thinking about motherhood 54:22 - Heidi’s love story 01:05:16 - The start of Buff Bunny Collection 01:11:09 - Being a woman in the industry 01:15:05 - Navigating business and contracts 01:27:15 - Building the Buff Bunny brand mission 01:30:11 - Recognizing and celebrating your accomplishments 01:31:52 - Buff Bunny updates 01:36:27 - Wellness to Heidi

Ep. #87 Welcome back to the Pursuit of Wellness podcast, I am here solo today to chat with you and answer any questions. We go over Greg’s bday, my new chickens,  Stanley Cups, Austin meet ups and so much more. For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! Show Links: Strength App Lily of the Desert Aloe Juice  Illuminare, Moisturizing Mineral Foundation  Merit Concealer Sponsored By: Listeners of my show can save $250 by going to mylifeforce.com/pow. Give Lifeforce a try and find out what the healthiest version of yourself is capable of. Save 15% and get free shipping on your Starter Kit when you use code POW at www.branchbasics.com. Again, that is code POW for 15% off plus free shipping when you purchase a Starter Kit. Use code POW15 at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Vionic Shoes. Wearable well-being for your feet. Topics Discussed: 01:35 - Celebrating Greg’s birthday 04:51 - Feeling “full” in Austin 05:38 - Bloom updates and travel plans 06:42 - Mari and her chickens 09:41 - Traveling between Austin and LA 10:50 - POW Austin meetup 11:20 - Thoughts on the Stanley Cup 12:07 - Dos and Don’ts 14:11 - Losing fat and keeping muscle over 6 weeks 20:15 - Episode with Buff Bunny 20:24 - Plans for a live podcast 21:07 - Aloe juice recommendation  21:45 - BPD diagnosis 23:54 - Arnold and Lulu 27:59 - Weekly workout schedule 28:47 - Acne safe makeup 29:43 - One tip for business success 30:30 - Religious background 31:14 - Horseback riding and suggestions for beginners 32:42 - Progesterone 33:25 - Macros for PCOS 33:49 - Van life adventures