Welcome to another episode of the Mindful Muscle Podcast! Join co-hosts Gio and Jodi as they welcome special guest Kristen Petrony. Kristen, a former public school teacher for 18 years, turned her life around during the Covid pandemic to become a full-time fitness and nutrition coach, specializing in helping women. She shares her inspiring story of weight loss, strength training, and battling breast cancer. Kristen's journey from a sedentary lifestyle to a competitive powerlifter and cancer survivor highlights the transformative power of fitness. Tune in to hear her insights, success stories from clients, and the importance of strength training and proper nutrition, especially for women. Don't miss this episode filled with motivation, resilience, and practical advice for everyone on their health and wellness journey.

00:00 Welcome to the Mindful Muscle Podcast

00:44 Introducing Special Guest: Christian Pet

01:43 Christian's Journey from Teacher to Fitness Coach

05:50 Overcoming Myths and Embracing Weightlifting

08:42 The Impact of Strength Training on Life

10:19 A Breast Cancer Battle and the Importance of Early Detection

19:25 Recovery and Moving Forward

23:27 Navigating Gym Locations and Training Spaces

24:50 The Importance of Weightlifting for Women

27:49 Addressing Weight Loss and Body Image Issues

32:01 Success Stories and Overcoming Gym Fears

37:16 The Role of Protein in Women's Fitness

42:55 Final Thoughts and Encouragement