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Wendy Doris (@mostess.host) used to flip homes for a living, and has since moved to managing short-term rentals. As someone who travels quite a bit, I was curious how viable it is to rent out your own place when you're gone, and what we should know as guests when it comes to renting spaces on Airbnb. In this episode we talk about:  Is it worth it to rent out your apartment when you're out of town? Things you might not think about being a landlord  Reasons to use a management company for your short-term rental Things to look for when finding a place on Airbnb What does being a "Super Host" mean? How to be a better guest and more! Resources mentioned: Wendy's website: Mostess.host Airbnb / VRBO  Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie.I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well!

Kiefer Lamme (@kieferlami) is a man who wears many hats — he's the Assistant Head Coach for Underdog Athletics, Director of Programming for Invictus Boston, Head of Black Iron Training and an all around rad dude. We had the pleasure of first meeting at Underdogs HQ in Vegas and I knew he'd have valuable insight to share on the pod based on his personal and professional experience in the functional fitness space.In this episode we talk about:  Moving across the country to pursue a career opportunity  Balancing enjoying the process with the desire to win/achieve a certain outcome Coaching different personality types Managing time and energy when you're involved in several different roles and more! Resources mentioned: Underdog Athletics website Black Iron Training Invictus Boston Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie.I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well!CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

Carlos Bown (@bownmedia) is a videographer, photographer and runs a social media marketing company — with a lot of his work being well-known in the CrossFit space. In this episode we talk about:  How Carlos got into photography/videography What made him want to start a podcast, despite being someone who "would never" Mindset tricks for confidence Tips for becoming a creative, particularly in the fitness space How Carlos' view of Instagram followers has changed  A refreshing perspective on luck and creating your own success and more! Resources mentioned: Carlos' website: bownmedia.com  Beach Brawl competition The Content Lab Podcast: YouTube / Spotify Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie.I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well!CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

Jake Marconi (@jakemarconi) is a coach and athlete with HWPO Training, founded by 5x CrossFit Games Champion, Mat Fraser. In this episode we talk about:  What differentiates those who find success in their sport if everyone is 'working hard'? Giving up your goal versus changing your approach Strategies Jake uses for making big decisions (hint: thanks dad!) What informs Jake's coaching style When you shouldn't add olympic lifting and/or CrossFit into your program What he'd be doing if he wasn't working in the CrossFit space  and more! Resources mentioned: HWPO Training website HWPO on Instagram  Morning Chalk Up Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie.I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well!CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

It's my turn in the hot seat! Yael Lanciano (@yaellanciano) is the host of the Path to Passion podcast and interviewed me on her show about my background, leaving the self-employed world and so much more. It's so jam-packed with goodies in fact, I wanted to re-share it here to make sure you got to tune in! In this episode:  My background in nutrition, wearable tech and entrepreneurship How I let go of the identity of working for myself to work for someone else again Why I originally started the podcast  The mindset tricks I used to get over my fear of flying Working out without relying on motivation A look into my journaling practice and why I use that method  My approach to scheduling life things to stay organized How look at life with a seasonal perspective  and more! Resources mentioned: Path to Passion podcast on Apple Podcasts / Spotify  Cockpit Confidential book (Patrick Smith) on Amazon The Enneagram personality test Start Today Journal from The Hollis Co. The 4-Hour Workweek book (Tim Ferriss) on Amazon Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie. I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well!

Keauno Perez aka Keke (@keaunoperez), one of the stars of Netflix's Twentysomethings: Austin, is maybe most notably known for publicly coming out as a gay man when he moved to the booming city. Particularly in observance of Pride month, we sat down for a conversation around his experience and being an ally.In this episode:  Why Keke almost backed out of being apart of the show last minute  The pros and cons of 'coming out' in a very public fashion How to support someone who's newly coming out and/or exploring their sexual orientation Ways that Austin has been particularly helpful and inclusive  and more! Resources mentioned: Twentysomethings: Austin on Netflix Keauno on TikTok Hopeful and Horny Podcast on Spotify The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck by Mark Manson The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg  Atomic Habits by James Clear Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie. And, I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie.Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well!

Morning Chalk Up (@morningchalkup) is a daily newsletter for CrossFitters, founded in 2016 by Justin LoFranco. What started as an emailed aggregate of information has turned into a full sports journalism company that covers athletes, events, sponsors, and the full scope of the CrossFit Games season via articles, interviews, social media content and more. I recently became a writer with Morning Chalk Up, and thought it seemed both timely and fun to sit down with Justin to share the mission and background of the company. In this episode:  How the inception of Morning Chalk Up was inspired by Justin's political experience in Washington D.C. Tips for building a business with the intention of growing, scaling and selling it How as a "news" organization, Morning Chalk Up aims to stay unbiased  Using principles to guide your decisions (in life and business) The importance of establishing personal and professional core values and more! Resources mentioned: Sign-up for Morning Chalk Up (free daily newsletter) Morning Chalk Up website Morning Chalk Up on YouTube Principles by Ray Dalio on Amazon Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie. And, I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie.Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well! CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

Ramona Pascual (@ramonacarla) is the first female professional fighter from Hong Kong, and debuted in the UFC this past February. Her journey of self-discovery, learning to come back stronger from a setback, and harnessing fear to achieve more than she thought possible is inspiring, to say the least.In this conversation we discuss: Working toward long-term goals versus short-term goals How to know when a hobby/career isn't right for you anymore  Using the power of fear to exceed your potential How to work through setbacks, mentally and physically  and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: UFC Performance Institute, Las Vegas Ramona's Ted Talk: Why Fear is Our Greatest Asset in Unlocking Human Potential Watch Ramona's next fight, June 11 on ESPN+ Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie.Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well! 

This episode is a re-share of the audio from an interview I did on the Wes Henderson podcast back in January 2022. Wes is a super smart entrepreneur, tech guy, health nerd and YouTube content creator. He invited me on his show shortly after we met at the gym in Austin, TX and we just jammed out for almost 3 hours. This conversation is casual and wide-ranging and I hope you enjoy it!In this conversation we discuss: Nerding out on podcast mics and audio quality Lots of product favorites: backpacks, workout shoes, coffee, you name it! Our thoughts on chiropractors and different types of recovery Our journeys into functional fitness and SO more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Wes Henderson on YouTube (our episode linked here!) Nvr Rest Coffee Eight Sleep mattress  Huberman Lab podcast How I Built This podcast Buttery Bros on YouTube Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie.Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well! 

Whether you're a UFC fan or not, this is a fascinating conversation with Dr. Tera Giroux (@drtera), who is the sports chiropractor at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas. She has been helping people come back from (and prevent!) injuries for many years, and has a wealth of knowledge around recovery, taking care of your body and competing at the highest level.In this conversation we discuss: How Tera got into working with the UFC What it’s like for a UFC fighter when they first get started  How she builds trust with her clients and how you can build trust with your healthcare provider Mental health and body dysmorphia in professional sports Things you can do to mitigate risk for injury How to know what recovery tools are helpful and which are just junk and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: UFC Performance Institute website UFC website Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie.Please leave a rating/review in your podcast app or send this episode to a friend so we can positively impact more people. :) Thank you, and be well! 

I'm thrilled to welcome Lindsey Locke (@lindseytaylorlocke) to the show! She's the host of the Get Psyched podcast, an associate therapist, a CrossFit coach and a guiding light of wisdom when it comes to mindfulness, working through trauma and becoming better versions of ourselves.In this conversation we discuss: How fitness can help someone work through trauma What to be cautious of when consuming mental health content on social media An intro to 'parts work' How to find a therapist you click with Why you should implement 'habit stacking' in your life Reframing boundaries as an act of love, versus an attempt to keep someone out What to do if you get a mental health diagnosis you don't agree with or are curious about and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Morning Chalk Up article: 14 Women Making Waves in CrossFit  Get Psyched podcast with Lindsey Locke (Apple/Spotify) IFS (Internal Family Systems) Brain spotting (as a therapy technique)  Disney Pixar's movie Inside Out Psychology Today BetterHelp / Talkspace Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie. Thank you, and be well!CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

In this conversation with 5x CrossFit Games athlete Bethany Shadburne (@bethanycf), we talk about a lot more than the sport of CrossFit. She's big into personal development and working on her mindset and we dive into that, among other things, in this episode. It's a good one! In this conversation we discuss: How to separate your identity from what you do for work, as an athlete, etc.  Bethany's thoughts on young women coming up in the sport  How she works through body image issues and struggling to not over-train  What motivates her to complete and how her motivation/fuel has changed over time  Things that have helped her and her fiancé throughout their long distance relationship The power of self-talk and positive affirmations  and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Underdog Athletics Morning Chalk Up #crocsfit movement on Instagram Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well!Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslieCrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

Matt O'Keefe (@okeefmr) is the CEO of HWPO Training (Hard Work Pays Off). He's also the former president of Loud and Live Sports, an agent to some of the greatest athletes, and the right-hand man to 5x Fittest Man on Earth, Mat Fraser (@mathewfras). It's truly an honor to have him on the podcast! In this conversation we discuss: What led Matt to start CrossFit himself and get involved in the community If everyone at the top of the sport is working hard, what is the actual differentiator between the best and the rest?  What informs Matt's leadership style, particularly for managing large teams  The vision for HWPO Training and the new app How Matt views career changes and leaning into a role that's never been more aligned How he's balancing running a start-up, being a dad, getting his own workouts in, and everything else in between  His personal mantra, what fills up his cup, and what he'd be doing if he weren't in the CrossFit space and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: HWPO Training: Instagram / Website Tough Mudder WHOOP Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well!Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslieCrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

This casual conversation with my dear friend Claire Bradley (@focus_on_fulfillment) was such a blast! In this conversation we discuss: How to be productive and not just busy  Building self-confidence through daily actions  The importance of coming back to your "why" The power of removing your ego from your friendships  Rethinking striving for balance  What it means to pursue a fulfilled life and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Claire's website: focusonfulfillment.net  Tim Ferriss Brian Ondrako's podcast: Just Get Started Rachel Hollis The Holistic Psychologist  Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well! Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie

CrossFit athlete and cookie connoisseur Kyra Milligan (@quads.like.kyra) recently moved to Las Vegas to take her athlete career to the next level.In this conversation we discuss: How she made the move from a casual CrossFitter to competitive athlete  Shifting the mindset around body image to aid performance  Why cookies are the key to her success  and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Underdog Athletics Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well!Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

Shaina and Leah Douty are sisters, training powerhouses, podcast hosts, and the founders of Two Toned Training (@twotonedtraining).  Through their bootcamp style virtual and in-person classes, they look to bring inclusivity, energy, and excitement to what can sometimes be an intimidating atmosphere.In this conversation we discuss: How they bootstrapped a fitness business during quarantine  Practical ways to approach nutrition and how to find what works for you A BIG announcement on what they're working on next and more!  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Two Toned Training website Wodapalooza Heroes Fitness in Boston Don't Tone Alone podcast Class Pass Try WHOOP Try beam (CBD-enhanced sleep aid)  Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well! Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie

Happy Valentine's Day, lovers! As a little bonus episode on this fine holiday, I've invited Taylor Prinsen (@taylorprinsenphotography) to the show. Taylor creates a space where women come curious and leave feeling empowered and as an Austin-based photographer (specializing in boudoir, branding, and couples destination), she has used her own experience finding confidence to help others step into their power. In this conversation we discuss: Ways to practice self-love that you may not have thought of before Boudoir shoots 101 (who it's for + what to expect) Some behind the scenes of being a solo entrepreneur in the creative space  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Tim Ferriss Taylor Prinsen's website The Phoenix Kawi CrossFit Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well! Support the show! Order Thorne supplements here: www.thorne.com/u/HeyPreslie

Brian Thomas (@the.unlikelyyogi) is a part of the USAF, a yoga teacher, and the founder of Baptiste Power Yoga Phoenix (@baptistepoweryogaphoenix). In this conversation we discuss: How Brian went from thinking "guys like me don't do yoga" to owning a yoga studio Ways to practically slow down amidst the chaos of everyday life  Tips for starting yoga or any mindfulness practice I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Baptiste Yoga Power Phoenix website Baptiste Yoga website Mindful Self Compassion Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well! 

Nicole Benedetti-Kress (@nicolebenedettikress) joins the podcast for a conversation about a popular topic: choosing to do 'hard things'. Nicole is a writer, creative and professional who intentionally chooses self-development and spiritual growth practices as a way of life. She'll be a regular on the podcast in this series that we call "A Little Uncomfortable" (this is installment no. 1), where every so often we'll candidly dive into a topic that encourages us to think bigger and challenge each other in a casual environment. In this conversation we discuss: Why we intentionally seek out challenging opportunities Examples of ways, big and small, that we incorporate choosing growth in our lives  Key things you can keep in mind as you take on hard things in your life  I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: The Ed Mylett Show: linked here Re|Connect in Mesa, AZ  Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well! 

Alex Maclin (@alexqmaclin) is a nutrition coach and has been in the fitness space for almost a decade. In this conversation we discuss: What to do first when it comes to your goals for the new year Mindset shifts that help his clients be successful (and can help you, too!) How to approach meal prepping that makes it less stressful and more! I would love to hear what you think of this episode — let me know on Instagram @heypreslie. Enjoy!Resources mentioned in this episode: Alex's website: alexmaclin.com Ramit Sethi's book I Will Teach You to be Rich on Amazon Please consider leaving a rating + review in your podcast app or sending this episode to a friend. Your feedback and support help get this show out to more people. :) Thank you, and be well!