One year ago, I hit publish on a fitness podcast from my car, and I didn't see myself as a fitness expert at all. Today, More Movement, Please is celebrating its first birthday with 120+ episodes, 6,600+ downloads, and listeners in more than 80 countries.

In this anniversary episode, I'm getting real about what year one actually looked like. I share how one blunt conversation with my YMCA instructor, Ronda, finally got me to commit to working out. I also talk about dropping from XXL to medium sizes without dieting, and why I kept showing up through months of health setbacks that kept me out of the gym.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

– Why you don't have to be a guru to start something (thanks to my money mentor, Denise Duffield-Thomas) – Why this show has zero diet culture, no restrictions, and plenty of room for cheesecake and espresso martinis – What it's really like to get fit in your forties when your body isn't cooperating – How to modify your workout and still win on low-energy days – What's next for the podcast and the More Movement community in year two

Whether you're just starting out, getting back into fitness, or need a reason to keep going, this one is for you. Move your body more so you can enjoy your life.

Onwards and upwards, my friends. Have you worked out today?

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The day this episode drops is the day I'm getting a biopsy, and I'm nervous. Today I'm sharing where I'm at with my health, why my workouts look totally different lately, and how I'm still finding ways to move.

I was finally feeling strong and confident, then had to drop to lower weights and rest more than I wanted. In this update, I talk about getting back to Zumba, low impact cardio, and toning, what happened when I pushed too hard, and how I'm keeping my spirits up. If you've ever had a setback that knocked the wind out of you, this one's for you.

This week is also the one year anniversary of More Movement Please. I never set out to start a fitness podcast, and a full year of episodes still blows my mind. Year two is going to be all about you, the community.

Onwards and upwards, my friends. Have you worked out today?

Subscribe to More Movement Please for new episodes about moving your body more, trying products, and keeping fitness real and affordable.

⚠️This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program.⚠️

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What do you do when your body won’t let you work out, but you know sitting still will make it worse? I’ve been sidelined by anemia, fibroids, and ovarian cysts, and I’m sharing exactly how I’m trying to get back to movement without pushing too hard.

I told you that you can work out anytime, anywhere, no matter your physical state. Then my body tested that promise. In this episode, I’m eating my words about what “anytime, anywhere” really means when you’re dealing with severe fatigue, dizziness, and blood loss. I walk you through the gentle movement I’m doing right now, including seated dumbbell work, easy yoga, short walks, and modified Tabata with the lowest weights I own.

If you’re feeling weak, tired, or stuck in a health setback, this one’s for you. You’ll learn how to move when you can’t stand up, why rest is important but too much rest can make getting back to it harder, and how to listen to your body without letting a hard season become the excuse to quit for good. I also talk about why I’m more committed to movement than ever, and why I think staying active before all this started kept it from being even worse.

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You can nail your workouts and still stall out if you don’t believe you’re worth the time it takes to take care of yourself. Today, I react to a voice note from Heath Jones about the triad of health (nutrition, exercise, and mindset) and share where I agree, where I push back, and why the mindset side might be the one holding you back.

Heath breaks down why cardio and strength training both matter for your health goals, and how stress and sleep can quietly work against you. I’m not a diet culture girly, so I also talk honestly about calorie counting, restriction, and why I’d rather you focus on movement and eating better quality food without the guilt.

If you’ve been putting everyone else first and your own health last, this one’s for you. You can’t pour from an empty cup, and you deserve an hour (or four percent of your day) to move your body.

Find Heath Jones online:

- Website: https://activeandageless.com.au/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heath-jones-8a3123198

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heath.jones.5243

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathjones1.618/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activeandagelessgym/

⚠️This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program.⚠️

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Sit all day for work? Your hips are probably paying for it. But, you don't need a gym, a mat, or a wardrobe change to fix it. Trainer Jacob Siwicki shares one standing hip flexor stretch you can do right beside your desk in about a minute.

In this episode of More Movement Please, Jacob walks you through how to do the stretch safely, why it helps after hours of sitting, and why one stretch works best when you pair it with a walking break. I also share what it's really like to get so locked into creating content that six hours disappear and you haven't moved once.

You'll learn:

• How to do a standing hip flexor stretch with a chair or wall for support
• The mistake to avoid so you don't strain your lower back
• Why a 15 minute walk break beats staying glued to your chair
• Easy ways to sneak movement into a desk job, from a lap around the building to taking the stairs

Find Jacob Siwicki online:

- Website: https://www.siwickifitness.com/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siwicki-fitness

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SiwickiFitness

- Instagram: https://instagram.com/siwickifitness

⚠️This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program.⚠️

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Packing for a trip and worried your workouts will fall apart? A physical therapist shared the exact items she never travels without, and a few of them surprised me.

In this episode of More Movement Please, I break down Ashley Katzenback's travel fitness packing list, from hydration and recovery gear to the tiny tool that fits in your purse. You'll hear what she packs (electrolytes, a shaker bottle, compression socks, a lacrosse ball, a resistance band, plus creatine and sleep supplements), what I already use on the road, and what I'm going to test next. I just got back from Gen Con, so I've got real convention-floor lessons on staying fueled, hydrated, and moving when you're on your feet all day.

I'm also looking ahead to 2027 conferences and conventions, and I'm open to sponsors who want an on-the-ground correspondent to report back on what I see and learn. Plus, I want to know where you think I should go next.

Hit play, grab your carry-on, and let's get you moving, even when you're far from home. Have you worked out today?

Find Ashley Katzenback online:

- https://www.capeconciergept.com

- http://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-katzenback-2216b6233

- https://www.facebook.com/CapeConciergePT

- https://instagram.com/capeconciergept

⚠️This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program.⚠️

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Nine days without real movement taught me something no workout plan ever did. Today I'm sharing why I skipped Tabata, how I'm easing back in, and the two-minute tooth-brushing trick from Drill Sergeant Jay that adds squats to your day with zero extra time.

I got dressed, I was ready to go, and my body said no. If you've ever pushed through when you shouldn't have, or felt guilty for backing off, this one is for you. I'll walk you through what listening to my body looks like in real life, including the stretch class that went okay and the walk that felt like a win. Then Drill Sergeant Jay drops a simple habit tip you can start today: anchor your squats to something you already do every day.

Find Drill Sergeant Jay online:

- https://www.instagram.com/activeenergyqueen/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeshia-sutherland-4b8203148/

- https://www.thewarriorshavenpodcast.com/

- https://www.facebook.com/jeshia.sutherland/

⚠️This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program.⚠️

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I had to walk out of my favorite Zumba class with ten minutes left because I thought I was going to pass out. If you've ever felt your body stop cooperating when all you want to do is move, this update is for you.

I'm sharing what's going on with my health right now, including the ultrasound results, why I'm still so run down, and why I'm committed to moving anyway (gently, and only as far as my body allows). Regression hurts more than a tough set of reps, and I'm not going to pretend otherwise. This is an honest, no-filter check-in on fitness, frustration, and staying active when you're not at your best.

You'll also hear why staying active has been the one thing getting me through, how I'm adjusting my workouts instead of quitting them, and how you can share your own health story on the show. Send me a voice note at famousashleygrant.com/fitness and I'd love to feature you.

Whether you're recovering, starting over, or feeling stuck, you're not alone in this. Press play, and then tell me: have you worked out today?

⚠️This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program.⚠️

Get more content: https://famousashleygrant.com/fitness/

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