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185: The Truth About Fitness, Nutrition, and Motherhood with Joelle Cavagnaro

185: The Truth About Fitness, Nutrition, and Motherhood with Joelle Cavagnaro - Brianna Battles Practice Brave

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this episode of the Practice Brave Podcast, I sit down with Joelle Cavagnaro to discuss the evolution of fitness and nutrition, especially for women navigating different life stages. We dive into the impact of social media on fitness culture, the importance of evidence-based coaching, and how misinformation can shape our […]

184: Training Through Pregnancy with Kari Pearce, 4-Time Fittest American Female

184 - Training Through Pregnancy with Kari Pearce, 4-Time Fittest American Female - Brianna Battles Practice Brave Podcast

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Kari Pearce-4-Time Fittest American Female, seven-time CrossFit Games athlete, lifelong competitor, and soon-to-be mom! We dive deep into her journey through pregnancy, training adaptations, and the mental shifts required as an elite athlete navigating a brand-new chapter of […]

183: Unlocking Potential as an Athlete Mom with Runner Shanna Birchett

183 - Unlocking Potential as an Athlete Mom with Runner Shanna Birchett - Brianna Battles Practice Brave Podcast

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this episode, I chat with Shanna Birchett, a mother of six and dedicated runner, about rediscovering her passion for running after a medical setback and motherhood. We discuss balancing training with family life, the benefits of strength training, postpartum mental health, and the impact of a supportive coach and community. […]

182: Announcing Our First In-Person Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification Weekend

182 - Announcing Our First In-Person Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification Weekend - Practice Brave Brianna Battles

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify I’m beyond excited to share some big news with you. We’re hosting our first-ever in-person Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification Weekend on March 29-30, 2025, in Gilbert, Arizona! This is something I’ve been thinking about for a long time, and I’m finally making it happen. I know how valuable it […]

181: Incontinence in Female Athletes with Mindy English, Orthopedic & Pelvic Health PT

181 - Incontinence in Female Athletes with Mindy English, Orthopedic & Pelvic Health PT - Brianna Battles Practice Brave

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this episode, I sit down with Pelvic Health PT Mindy English to discuss incontinence in female athletes. We explore why it happens, common misconceptions, and practical strategies to manage it. Whether you’re dealing with leaks during workouts or just want to be proactive about your pelvic health, this conversation is […]

180: 10 Things Pregnant and Postpartum Athletes Need to Know

180 - 10 Things Pregnant and Postpartum Athletes Need to Know - Practice Brave Brianna Battles

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this episode, I share 10 essential tips for pregnant and postpartum athletes, drawing from my decade-long experience coaching thousands of athletes. From trusting your intuition and adapting training intensity to overcoming body image struggles and focusing on postpartum recovery, this episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate these transformative […]

179: Bridging Science and Practical Fitness with Alyssa Olenick, PHD

179 - Bridging Science and Practical Fitness with Alyssa Olenick, PHD - Brianna Battles, Practice Brave

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Alyssa Olenick, a passionate exercise physiologist, researcher, and coach. We dive deep into Alyssa’s journey as both a scientist and an athlete, and how she uses her expertise to cut through the noise of fitness misinformation online. We talk about how important […]

178: What Your Mom Didn’t Tell You: Pelvic Health for Female Athletes with Mindy English, Orthopedic and Pelvic Health PT

178 - What Your Mom Didn't Tell You - Pelvic Health for Female Athletes with Mindy English, Orthopedic and Pelvic Health PT - Brianna Battles Practice Brave

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify I’m thrilled to kick off a brand-new series on pelvic health with one of my favorite pelvic health physical therapists, Mindy English. Together, we’re diving into the critical intersection of pelvic health and female athletes, breaking down what your mom (and probably your coach) never told you about your pelvic floor. […]

177: From Trauma to Triumph: Sarah Beth’s Journey of Healing, Motherhood, and Yoga Empowerment

177 - From Trauma to Triumph - Sarah Beth’s Journey of Healing, Motherhood, and Yoga Empowerment Brianna Battles Practice Brave

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Sarah Beth of Sarah Beth Yoga to talk about her incredible journey. Sarah shares how she transformed her life from overcoming personal struggles to building a thriving online yoga business serving nearly 2 million yogis globally. She opens up about her path, which […]

176: What It Means to Be an Athlete Mom in Every Season of Life

176 - What It Means to Be an Athlete Mom in Every Season of Life - Practice Brave - Brianna Battles

Listen on: Apple PodcastsSpotify In this episode, I discuss the multifaceted identity of being an athlete mom. Athleticism is not limited to competitive sports but is about consistently pursuing fitness at any stage of life. You’ll hear about: -The importance of strength training, lifting weights, and preserving bone density. -Finding the balance between fitness, motherhood, […]

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The Practice Brave Podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you’re looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood.

You will learn from athletes and experts in the women’s health and coaching/performance realm as they share their knowledge and experience on all things Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism.

Whether you’re a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing.

Each week we’ll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you’re at because she’s been there too!

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