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The "But First, Stretch" Podcast taps into the extraordinary endeavors that ordinary humans are doing daily to better their lives and their community. The goal of these conversations is to lengthen and extend our perspective on fitness, nutrition, holistic health, the mind-body connections, and what motivates us! The final portion of each episode will provide a guided meditation to self-reflect on the theme of the interview. Brought to you by Jennifer McCracken of FitFamConshy.
Episodes
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Join me and Bri DePaul on this inspiring episode! Bri serves so many communities and it is my pleasure to discuss with her how anyone can use their talents to make lasting change in the world.
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
But First Stretch, Episode 60 Winter Solstice- Inviting in the Light
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Join me in a celebration of the winter season! Enjoy a release practice, journal, and meditation to bring in calm this season.
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
But First Stretch, Episode 59 Sitting in Discomfort/Finding Growth
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Where do we go when we let our thoughts, our made up stories, negativity take us away from being in the moment? Can we sit in discomfort?
(Note- PAIN is not discomfort. This episode is focused on the everyday distractions and pull, not real life pain. Please seek a professional).
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
https://www.graceandvalorwellness.com/
Andrea is a Philly based full spectrum doula, meal prep chef and founder of Grace and Valor wellness. She completed her doula training with Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings and values a person-centered approach to reproductive care.She lives in East Falls with her partner, Jordan and their daughter, Grace. When she isn't fangirling over her clients or chasing after Grace, she can be found hiking the Wissahickon trail then enjoying a meal from a local food truck.
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
But First Stretch, Episode 56- Mindfulness and Self Care: The Conundrum
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Join me in conversation to discuss how mindfulness and self care can be more than "another thing on your plate."
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
But First Stretch, Episode 55- True Whole Human and Finding Your Potential
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Join me and health coach Christian Elliot discuss how he loves when he can help clients find their sense of purpose. He sees so much potential in everyone and it’s the biggest reward to have people see it themselves!
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
But First Stretch, Episode 54- Mary Ciammetti and Don’t Stall, Just Call
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Join me and Mary Ciammetti of Don't Stall, Just Call discuss the importance of being mindful- for yourself and others!
Friday Dec 31, 2021
But First Stretch, Episode 53- New Years 2021 Reboot
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Updating my first episode ever (in 2019) on New Years Resolutions/Goals! What are you looking forward to receiving in the New Year?
Stay for the meditation :-)
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
But First Stretch, Episode 52- Gratitude Meditation
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Join me in a meditation designed to cultivate gratitude.