Episode 49

Body Positivity: A Journey & Friendship that Led to Nurturing Support

Join us on the Mindful Muscle Podcast as Samantha Schmidt shares her inspiring transformation story. Samantha, a dedicated mom and mental health therapist, opens up about her fitness journey, body image struggles, and how she overcame them to achieve physical and mental strength. Listen in as she discusses her relationship with the scale, the importance of a support system, and her plans for future fitness challenges. Don’t miss this empowering episode!

00:00 Introduction to the Mindful Muscle Podcast

01:53 Meet Samantha Schmidt: A Journey of Transformation

03:16 Samantha's Fitness Journey and Arizona Retreat

06:28 The 3:30 AM Workout Routine

09:12 Balancing Motherhood and Fitness

12:59 The 90-Day Challenge: Building Consistency

16:49 Nutrition and the Role of a Dietitian

21:59 Body Image and Mental Health

26:25 Body Positivity and Community Support

35:01 Navigating Body Image and Setting Boundaries

37:12 The Importance of a Supportive Community

40:48 Fitness Journey: From Struggles to Triumphs

42:42 Diet Changes and Overcoming Challenges

47:26 Facing Fitness Fears and Setting New Goals

01:01:02 The Reality of Weight Loss and Avoiding Scams

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Gio Marin

Gio is a fitness enthusiast and dedicated weightlifter, passionately committed to a plant-based lifestyle. He challenges the norms of physical health and strength training with his rigorous six-day-a-week gym regimen. As a co-host of the Mindful Muscle Podcast, Gio explores and shares innovative fitness strategies, nutrition tips, and personal growth tactics aimed at enhancing physical well-being and athletic performance. His goal is to inspire others to achieve their fitness objectives through resilience and disciplined living.
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Jodi Dolo

Jodi is a dedicated advocate for healthy living, having conquered a health scare and losing about 90 pounds. She's committed to inspiring and helping others in reaching their goals. Recently certified as a nutritionist and personal trainer, Jodi aims to blend her passion for sustainable nutrition and weightlifting with a priority on mindset to foster enduring health transformations. Her down-to-earth approach and motivating journey form the core of her coaching philosophy, showcased on the Mindful Muscle Podcast, where she provides practical guidance on fitness, nutrition, and personal growth.