Welcome to the Strength Connection!

Jess Mather is an internationally-recognized strength and rehab professional who helps others be in their bodies with less limitation, pain, fear or insecurity. With over 13 years of experience supporting thousands of individuals from 9 to over 99, she has repeatedly witnessed the body's incredible ability to adapt, strengthen and heal regardless of circumstance. Jess has spent the last 10 years in her telehealth practice helping clients across over a dozen countries through private coaching, courses and group programs.

In addition, Jess is an accredited educational provider to teach doctors, therapists, and other health professionals how to effectively work with complex chronic pain, trauma, and stress. She is the founder and lead instructor with the Chronic Pain & Trauma Curriculum.

Check out more from Jess at:

https://www.facebook.com/jess.mather.75

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Feminine Strength Podcast

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Credibility

01:07 Jess Mather's Journey into Fitness and Therapy

03:06 Early Movement as Therapy and Self-Discovery

05:21 Transformative Experiences with Physical Therapy and Nutrition

10:07 Shift in Women's Fitness and Lifting Culture

11:58 Physical and Mental Benefits of Strength Training

14:57 Strength as a Source of Empowerment and Grounding

19:32 Path from Strength Practitioner to Coach

27:09 Working with Trauma and Chronic Pain

33:47 Understanding Trauma-Informed Care in Physical Training

41:38 Nervous System Regulation and Trauma Healing Techniques

44:03 Strength Training for Nervous System Regulation

46:38 External Orientation and Body Awareness Practices

50:03 Simple Mindfulness and Body Scanning Exercises

51:40 Practical Approaches to Technique and Self-Listening

52:41 Closing Remarks and Follow-up Resources

Welcome to the Strength Connection!

Cori Lefkowith is the founder of Redefining Strength, beginning as a brick and mortar gym in Costa Mesa, California, that has grown into a global online coaching program… helping thousands of women reclaim their confidence and strength.

In this conversation, Cori discusses her journey from tennis to becoming a fitness coach and the founder of Redefining Strength. We explore the importance of community, mindset, and the act-as-if framework in achieving personal growth and success. Cori shares her experiences with identity shifts, the evolution of coaching, and the significance of feedback in the learning process. The discussion emphasizes the need for action, the value of small steps, and the importance of seeking support in one's fitness journey.

Check out more from Cori at:

https://redefiningstrength.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/redefiningstrength/?hl=en

Chapters

00:00 Cori Lefkowith's Journey into Fitness

02:44 The Evolution of Redefining Strength

06:01 Acting As If: A Framework for Success

08:52 The Importance of Customer Service in Fitness

11:47 Building a Community and Online Presence

14:34 Identity Shifts and Goal Setting

17:33 Mindset and Habit Formation

23:33 The Journey of Habits and Transformation

27:07 Embracing Discomfort and the All-or-Nothing Mentality

30:25 The Emotional Weight of Failure

32:58 The Power of Daily Wins and Positive Feedback

37:03 The Importance of Coaching and Community

39:23 Evolving Coaching Approaches and Mindset

43:53 From Tactics to Holistic Coaching

Welcome to the Strength Connection!

Jan Raeder, known to many as the SelfCare Sensei, brings a rare depth to the conversation around strength, wellbeing, and what it really means to live with purpose.

Jan is an internationally recognized wellbeing educator, keynote speaker, and author of Strive for M.O.R.E., where MORE stands for Meaning, Optimism, Relationships, and Engagement — a framework she’s developed through decades of lived experience and evidence-based practice.

In this conversation, she shares insights from her background in martial arts and how it has shaped her approach to personal development.

Check out more from Jan at:

MIT talk:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=71TfPUyLEWY

website:

https://selfcaresensei.com/

Amazon link to book:

amzn.to/49YmdGq

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Self Care Sensei

06:36 Defining Wellness and Well-Being

12:14 The Role of Martial Arts in Personal Development

20:26 The Importance of Practice and Consistency

29:20 Setting Goals vs. Finding Meaning

36:49 The MORE Framework: Meaning, Optimism, Relationships, Engagement

44:20 Transcending Challenges and Finding Gratitude

51:22 Self-Awareness and Personal Growth