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Brent welcomes wellness advocate and content creator Abbie Crane (House of Abbie) for a wide-ranging, heartfelt conversation on fitness, perimenopause, parenting, and personal reinvention. A mother of three and soon-to-be grandmother, Abbie shares how she’s entering a new phase of life with intention—using strength training, hormone health, and daily movement to stay empowered and energized. They discuss how her upbringing shaped her approach to wellness, what shifted for her in her 40s, and how women can reclaim their vitality at any stage. Abbie opens up about her hormone replacement therapy journey, the realities of midlife, and why strength isn’t just about the body—it’s a mindset. She also talks about raising boys in the digital age, working with functional medicine, and the spiritual power of Yoga Nidra. This one’s about resilience, evolution, and creating a life you actually want to live. Connect with Abbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseofabbie 📲 Subscribe to and follow the Bodies by Brent podcast for more health & wellness insights! 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrent Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome Abbie & Orange County Roots 03:00 – Becoming a Young Mom & Rediscovering Self 06:00 – Natural Upbringing & Early Health Lessons 10:00 – Gut Issues, Food Allergies & Functional Medicine 17:00 – Hormone Replacement Therapy Journey 22:00 – Understanding Perimenopause & Cycle Shifts 27:00 – Strength Training for Women in Midlife 34:00 – Why Abbie Chose Brent’s Program 41:00 – Building Strength from the Inside Out 47:00 – Raising Kids with Tech & Mindfulness 54:00 – Advice to Moms: Let Your Kids Find Themselves 57:00 – House of Abbie, Creative Expression, and What’s Next

Brent welcomes luxury personal trainer Sandy Brockman to cut through the noise around women’s strength training and glute development. With over three decades in the fitness industry, Sandy brings zero fluff and all facts about what’s really holding women back from the results they want.They cover why so many people miss the mark on glute growth, the critical role of hip mobility, how to identify quad dominance, and why glute-focused programming is often misunderstood—even by pros. Sandy shares her exact approach to training women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who want to build strength, avoid injuries, and finally see progress.Connect with Sandy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandybrockmanfitnessSubscribe to and follow the Bodies by Brent podcast for more health & wellness insights!🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl🎙 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentChapters:00:00 Welcome Back Sandy01:00 Sandy’s Training Roots & Muscle & Fitness Origins05:30 Why Glute Training Often Fails Women11:00 Hip Mobility: The Hidden Key to Glute Growth18:00 Why She Rarely Uses Heavy Hip Thrusts21:30 RDLs, Stretch-Loaded Glutes & Mind-Muscle Connection30:00 Glute-Dominant Program Design 10136:00 Rethinking Cardio, Recovery & the Real Training Priorities

Brent welcomes Robby Sansom, co-founder and CEO of Force of Nature Meats, to discuss the importance of regenerative meat and its impact on human health, the environment, and ethical food sourcing. They dive into why meat is a superfood, the problems with conventional meat production, and how regenerative agriculture can help restore ecosystems and provide more nutrient-dense food.Connect with Force of Nature Meats:Website: https://forceofnature.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/forceofnaturemeatsPodcast, Where Hope Grows: https://shorturl.at/ENMLfYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@forceofnaturemeatsSubscribe to and follow the Bodies by Brent podcast for more health & wellness insights!🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl🎙 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentChapters:00:00 The Importance of Meat in the Diet00:24 Introduction: Meet Robby Sansom & Force of Nature Meats01:39 Why Regenerative Meat Matters02:55 Meat as a Superfood: Nutrient Density & Bioavailability04:22 The Vegan Craze & Overcorrection in Food Perceptions06:21 Soil Health: The Key to Nutrient-Rich Meat08:40 The Problem with Industrial Agriculture12:16 How Regenerative Farming Supports the Ecosystem20:12 Misleading Food Labels & What to Look For31:58 The Role of Animals in Regenerative Farming38:44 The Connection Between Food, Health, and Environment50:11 Experiencing Food Firsthand: Bison & Turkey Harvests57:46 How Regenerative Meat Can Reconnect Us to Nature1:02:21 What Robby Feeds His Kids: Raising a Healthy Family1:10:45 Where to Find Force of Nature Meats

Brent welcomes Talia Eisenberg, founder of Beond, to talk about her journey from addiction to advocacy. They dive into ibogaine therapy, how it’s changing lives, and the bill that could bring it to Texas. Talia shares insights on recovery, integration, and building a life of purpose. Real conversations on healing, psychedelics, and reshaping the future.Connect with Talia:Website: https://beondibogaine.com/blog/category/talia-eisenberg/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beond.us/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beondibogaineSubscribe to and follow the Bodies by Brent podcast for more health & wellness insights!🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl🎙 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentChapters:00:00 Talia’s Texas visit & the ibogaine bill02:00 Talia’s story: addiction, recovery, purpose06:00 How ibogaine works & why it’s different09:00 The role of integration and support12:00 Founding Beond: creating a full-spectrum healing center19:00 Client stories: transformation & lasting change34:00 The future of psychedelic therapy in the U.S.40:30 Why healing is a community effort

Brent welcomes the inspiring Ashley Hart for a raw conversation on grief, healing, and transformation. Ashley opens up about the profound journey of losing her mother, navigating generational trauma, and the unexpected ways weightlifting and plant medicine—specifically Ibogaine—helped her process and heal.Together, Brent and Ashley explore the power of presence, the importance of conscious movement, and how the body holds emotion. They also discuss the intersection of spirituality and physical health, the challenges of parenting in the digital age, and the necessity of embracing discomfort for true personal evolution.Connect with Ashley:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyhart/Website: GoldenPossessions.com🎧 Subscribe to the Bodies by Brent podcast for more health & wellness insights!🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl🎙 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentChapters:00:00 Intro & Long-Awaited Reunion00:10 Slipping into DMs & The First Connection01:00 Training, Pregnancy & Hormonal Shifts02:30 The Fertility Deity Theory05:00 The Weight of Grief & Losing a Parent10:45 Psychedelics & Healing: The Ibogaine Journey22:30 Facing Death & Letting Go30:00 The Modern Disconnection Epidemic40:20 The Power of Ceremony & Conscious Healing50:00 Parenting, Screens, and Raising Conscious Kids1:00:00 What Happens When We Die?1:05:00 Training with Brent: Strength, Presence & Flow1:10:00 Creative Energy & Living in Alignment1:15:00 Closing Thoughts & What’s Next

In this insightful episode of Bodies by Brent, host Brent Hruska welcomes Megan Butler of Kuya Wellness, a premier wellness center in Austin that focuses on nervous system regulation and transformational health practices. Megan shares her journey from high school science teacher to spearheading a space that fosters community healing through advanced wellness modalities.The conversation delves deep into the innovative services Kuya Wellness offers, including sauna and cold plunges, IV therapy, wellness tests, sensory deprivation floats, guided ketamine therapy, and the powerful Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) treatment. Megan and Brent discuss the importance of nervous system health, the benefits of community-based healing, and how Kuya is setting itself apart as a holistic wellness hub.They also explore personal experiences with SGB, how it pairs with ketamine therapy for deeper healing, and how the right environment can transform the way people approach their health. If you're interested in optimizing your well-being, learning about cutting-edge therapies, or discovering a wellness community in Austin, this episode is a must-listen!Connect with Kuya Wellness:📲 Instagram: @kuyawellness💻 Website: www.kuyawellness.com🎧 Subscribe to the Bodies by Brent podcast for more health & wellness insights!🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl🎙 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentChapters:00:00 Welcome Megan Butler of Kuya Wellness00:28 The Origins of Kuya Wellness and Megan’s Background02:30 What Makes Kuya Special: A Transformational Wellness Center03:35 Exploring the Healing Modalities at Kuya: Sauna, Cold Plunge, and More04:44 Understanding the Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) for Nervous System Reset07:32 Brent and Megan Share Their Personal Experiences with SGB10:30 Who Can Benefit from SGB? Anxiety, PTSD, and More14:00 Ketamine Therapy at Kuya: How It Works and Who It Helps21:00 The Role of Community in Wellness and Nervous System Health32:30 Sauna, Cold Plunge, and Float Tanks: Why These Modalities Work40:25 Customizing Your Wellness Routine at Kuya50:45 Functional Medicine at Kuya: Blood Work, Peptides, and More55:00 Final Thoughts: Taking Charge of Your Own Health and Wellness

Brent sits down with Mercy Henderson, founder of Connect Mobile Health, to discuss the science behind IV therapy, peptides, and how modern wellness is changing the game. Mercy shares her journey from hospital nursing to launching a cutting-edge mobile health business—and why she believes proactive healthcare is the key to longevity and vitality.Connect Mobile Health: https://connectmobilehealth.com/🎧 Subscribe to the Bodies by Brent podcast for more health & wellness insights!🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl🎙 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentChapters:00:00 How Brent & Mercy met, and her first-ever gym IV experience02:00 From traditional nursing to functional healthcare05:30 The burnout crisis in hospitals10:15 What is IV therapy?14:30 How NAD boosts energy, brain function18:00 The right way to do NAD22:00 The rise of peptides28:00 GLP-1 medications for weight loss36:00 Why strength training is crucial when taking peptides or GLP-1s42:30 Common mistakes with peptides & how to maximize results50:00 Why personalized medicine is the next big thing

After a two-year hiatus, the Bodies by Brent Podcast is back. In this episode, Brent opens up about the challenges of the past two years.He reflects on the lessons learned, the struggles of staying aligned with wellness, and why he created a simplified strength training program designed for real results.Brent breaks down the fundamentals of effective training, the power of progressive overload, and why logging your workouts is non-negotiable. He also dives into why women should lift weights, the long-term benefits of strength training, and the underrated power of Yoga Nidra for recovery.This episode is raw, insightful, and packed with practical advice for anyone looking to take control of their health, build strength, and reclaim their well-being.Follow, subscribe, and let Brent know what topics or guests you’d love to hear next!Get stronger, leaner, and more confident with Living Lean—a proven strength training program designed for real results. Sign up now: https://www.livinglean.shop/🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/08E3mLHWKcklniIzYwvNfl🎙 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bodies-by-brent/id1506823476📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4PXJn9RfmJvEbm5T_1ItJQ📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentChapters0:00 Welcome Back After Two Years4:16 Navigating Family Loss and Health Struggles11:14 Launching a New Workout Program16:57 Importance of Tracking Progress25:45 The Benefits of Yoga Nidra31:59 Why Women Should Lift Weights37:35 Common Mistakes in Weight Training43:23 Building a Supportive Community46:38 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

#49 Taking the Alternative Route to Health, Success, and Fulfillment with Ruby FremonTake a trip away from conventional thinking and join me today for a deep conversation with a truly unique spirit, Ruby Fremon.Ruby is many things — a mentor, guide, and a sought-after leadership coach. She helps people face their trauma, make huge breakthroughs, and create depth in their lives and actions to become exceptional leaders. Her methods are bold and meaningful; she works to lift people up and help them find their purpose.Listen as Ruby shares about overcoming her personal trauma, including drug addiction and a toxic relationship, how she built her successful business and podcast with purpose, her life-changing experiences with plant medicines, and how she learned to flourish on her own termsTaught by Ruby:- The important of taking time to heal from trauma- Steps to climb from rock bottom to living with purpose and success- How plant medicines and psychedelics can help heal trauma andillness- How to prepare for a successful ayahuasca dieta and session- The difference between life coaches that make a difference and those who don’t- The steps for achieving true personal development and becoming a leaderFollow RubyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamruby/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IamruByTwitter: https://twitter.com/iamrubyWebsite: https://www.rubyfremon.com/Follow Bodies by Brent:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybrentatxTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bodiesbybrent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#48: Boosting Your Testosterone for Optimal Health and an Active Lifestyle with Mark IronHow can men supercharge their testosterone to live a more active, healthier lifestyle? It’s a question many are asking as we now know how badly testosterone imbalances can affect men’s health. Low T can lead to anxiety depression, low energy, mental fog, even increased heart attack risk and testicle shrinkage. In this episode, we learn from guest Mark Iron how to combat all of that and get to a healthy T level naturally.Mark is a fitness coach and published author who shares his journey from suffering from Low T in his twenties to boosting his T levels naturally through food, fitness and lifestyle changes. His story is inspiring and relevant for any man looking to take his health and longevity seriously.Taught by Mark:Practical tips on how to boost testosterone levels naturally through diet, exercise, and lifestyle changesThe benefits of a Keto diet and why it might not be for everyoneHow to combat autoimmune disorders from wrecking your bodyWhich personal care products to stay away from and which products to buy to boost your testosteroneHow sunlight and light therapy can help regulate your thyroid and boost your energy and TOvercoming sever anxiety with exercise and natural solutionsFollow Mark:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/mark.iron.method/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark.iron.method/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkIronFollow Bodies by Brent:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesbybre...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bodiesbybrentMyCommunity: https://my.community.com/bodiesbybrentWebsite: https://bodiesbybrent.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.