Being Fuerte. It’s Time to Speak!
“Fuerte” means ‘strong’ in Spanish. This is a platform to talk about different topics and issues that affect our health and fitness. We will discuss upbringing, culture, beliefs, motivation, & specifics on working out. As well as, What gets in your way? I've devoted over these 20 yrs of developing my physical fitness and helping others to so do by integrating ‘self care’ into all aspects of life. We are going to exercise everything but the body that has to do with Health and Fitness! We are going to explore and share experiences of strength in our lives and how we applied that physical strength in the mental game of life. Develop a strong mindset so we don't have to be afraid of those hard things and push the excuses that get in our way. website: www.fuertefitness.com mail us at: fuertefitness@gmail.com or follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/fuertefitnessInstagram: @fuertefitness and @funkiecoldmedina
Episodes
85 episodes
Let’s Get Fuerte Episode 6: Core, Stability, & Balance
Welcome to episode 6 of the Let’s Get Fuerte mini-series, where we break down one of the most overlooked parts of fitness: building a strong foundation through core strength, balance, and stability.Inspired by recent conversatio...
Let’s Get Fuerte Episode 5: Supplementation
Welcome to episode 5 of this mini series, where we’re cutting through the noise to help you make informed, confident choices about supplements.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the talk lately around supplements like protein, and cr...
Dawn Christensen: From Dancer to Holistic Healer
What if everything you thought made you who you are… was taken away?After a devastating car accident ended a promising career as a dancer in New York City, Dawn Christensen was forced to rebuild, not just her body, but her entire outloo...
Let’s Get Fuerte Episode 4: Types of Training
Welcome to episode four of this mini series, where we focus on the different types of training and what each one brings to your routine. Today we’re breaking down what your body actually needs. Cardio, resistance training, HIIT, flexibility, an...
Whole-Body Wellness with Dr. Aixa Santos
Today, I sit down with my chiropractor, Dr. Aixa Santos, to talk about caring for your whole body, rather than treating pain as an isolated problem when it shows up. We discuss her journey from Puerto Rico to Seattle and her path into chiroprac...
Let’s Get Fuerte Episode 3: Strength Training 101
Welcome to episode three of this mini series, where we turn clarity into action. Today we are talking about strength training and letting go of the idea that there is only one right way to do it. Resistance training can look like weights, bands...
Let’s Get Fuerte Episode 2: Reflect, Release, & Reset
Welcome to episode 2 of this mini series, where we shift from momentum to clarity. In this episode, we’ll pinpoint the habits that serve you, let go of the ones that weighed you down, and get clear on the experiences you want to create by year’...
Let’s Get Fuerte Episode 1: Momentum & Mindset
Welcome to episode 1 of this mini series, where we kick off the new year by building momentum and breaking through the habits that hold us back. In this episode, I’m sharing simple tips you can start using today to build habits that actually st...
Into the Wild: Solo Trails, Group Trails, and Stories with Shannon Vaughn
Nature has a way of calling us back to ourselves — whether we answer that call alone or in the company of others. In today’s episode, my friend Shannon Vaughn and I dive into our own adventures in the wild, exploring the magic of stepping into ...
Nutrition Tips for the Holidays
Food isn’t the enemy. Shame is. You can enjoy the food and stay committed to yourself. Let’s practice together!
Life Lessons with Mandy Denham and Heidi Young - my high school friends!
Listen to a conversation with my high school friends Mandy Denham and Heidi Young. They were influencers before it was a thing - at least they were for me! They helped me find my way to running my own business. These entrepreneurial women share...
Doc Wilson, Creator and Founder of Peace Peloton
I did Doc Wilson's 80 mile bike ride in August this year, and I love how he created this as part his business! He has more rides coming up- don't worry if you are a beginner- he's got a 5 mile ride tailored for those looking to create some mome...
Birthday Rituals and Boundary Breaking with Chris Schmitt
Chris Schmitt’s recent birthday celebration speaks volumes about who he is: an epic day of hiking and biking. He’s all about testing his limits, embracing adventure, and reconnecting with friends and nature. He knows that this is exactly what h...
Have you ever wanted to do El Camino in Spain?
The El Camino de Santiago in Spain is one of the oldest and most popular networks of pilgrimage routes, drawing people of all ages, backgrounds, and reasons. I’ve always wanted to do it—but time has always held me back. So when this amazing wom...
Part 3: A day in a life of an immigrant- immigration court
Our previous podcast featured Karen’s story, including how I met her and how she came to the US. In this episode, I share my personal experience with immigration court and reveal what I discovered about businesses that claim to support immigran...
Parts 1 and 2: A day in the life of an immigrant- how we met and how she came to the US
Meet Karen- a wife, mother, and immigrant arriving in the United States. We will follow her story for a few days, told from her perspective. Hear about how I met her, how my friend advocated on her behalf, and how she mobilized my community. We...
What is Yoga Church?
On today's episode, I share how Yoga Church evolved into what it is today. This unique space is close to my heart because it’s given me the emotional support and space I needed to grow and grieve. It's helped me move through difficult experienc...
My Relationship with my Mother
Tough experiences can bring about the best changes. This was a tough podcast; I describe my relationship with the only parent I really knew. Yet I only knew her for the first 14 yrs of my life. The rest is what I experienced through the few int...
Let’s talk Pregnancy and Birthing Experiences
Listen to a frank discussion about pregnancies, birthing experiences and becoming a new mom with Cynthia Moore, Physical Therapist. She describes the challenges of connecting with not only a new body, but a new relationship to that body, as wel...
Part 3: Our Perimenopause Experience - Maria
This is part 3 in a series of conversations about perimenopause and menopause. I've heard from so many women who felt like they went through it alone, or didn't have anyone to confide in or help them through it. So let's normalize talking about...
Part 2: Our Perimenopause Experience - Nancy
This is part 2 in a series of conversations about perimenopause and menopause. I've heard from so many women who felt like they went through it alone, or didn't have anyone to confide in or help them through it. So let's normalize talking about...
Part 1: Our Perimenopause Experience - Lisa
Welcome to a series of conversations about perimenopause and menopause. I've heard from so many women who felt like they went through it alone, or didn't have anyone to confide in or help them through it. So let's normalize talking about menopa...
What are you in control of? with Nancy Treder
How does the way you talk to yourself translate into your reality? Nancy and I discuss our workouts, her decision to go back to school a little later in life, and juggling the many demands placed on us. You can have what you want in your life. ...
Just going through the motions? This one's for you!
What if going through the motions was exactly what you needed? Sometimes when life throws a curveball, leaning into your routines can keep you going until you heart kickstarts. And physical motion can get you unstuck, heal wounds, and move stag...
