Listen "Comparison can KILL your joy!"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we open up about:
Preparing for upcoming shoulder surgery (July 9th) 🏥
Balancing hormone therapy and physical therapy
The mental challenges of modifying workouts while in pain
Why documenting the rehab journey is part therapy, part mission
Body image and gym comparison struggles—especially for women
How to reframe comparison into inspiration and take control of your progress 💪
The importance of having people in your life who push you, not just comfort you
The connection between success and daily grit (even without a sports background)
And yes… we talk healthy pasta and our upcoming Puerto Rico trip (plus dolphins 🐬)
Whether you're navigating surgery, struggling with comparison, or just need a reminder that growth happens outside your comfort zone—this one's for you.
🛒 Mentioned in this episode:
✔️ Pete’s Pasta – high-protein, keto-friendly pasta we actually loved (not sponsored, just honest)
✔️ Shoulder surgery preparation tips for active adults
✔️ Mindset strategies to avoid letting comparison steal your joy
📍 Where we’re headed next: Puerto Rico! 🌴 We’re recording the next episode from the island as we celebrate a wedding and enjoy some beachside reflection (and maybe swim with dolphins—Travis is locked in now).
Preparing for upcoming shoulder surgery (July 9th) 🏥
Balancing hormone therapy and physical therapy
The mental challenges of modifying workouts while in pain
Why documenting the rehab journey is part therapy, part mission
Body image and gym comparison struggles—especially for women
How to reframe comparison into inspiration and take control of your progress 💪
The importance of having people in your life who push you, not just comfort you
The connection between success and daily grit (even without a sports background)
And yes… we talk healthy pasta and our upcoming Puerto Rico trip (plus dolphins 🐬)
Whether you're navigating surgery, struggling with comparison, or just need a reminder that growth happens outside your comfort zone—this one's for you.
🛒 Mentioned in this episode:
✔️ Pete’s Pasta – high-protein, keto-friendly pasta we actually loved (not sponsored, just honest)
✔️ Shoulder surgery preparation tips for active adults
✔️ Mindset strategies to avoid letting comparison steal your joy
📍 Where we’re headed next: Puerto Rico! 🌴 We’re recording the next episode from the island as we celebrate a wedding and enjoy some beachside reflection (and maybe swim with dolphins—Travis is locked in now).
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