In this episode, Alex and Meredith have Sam Valentine, an actor and the owner of the Fast Forward Production podcast production company, on the podcast! They discuss her journey as a Los Angeles-based actor and entrepreneur and how she balances running multiple businesses in addition to her acting career. Sam shares her experience with auditioning and working on set, how she has dealt with body image issues as an actor, and the importance of hard work and resilience.

TRIGGER WARNING: Eating Disorders

— Meet Sam Valentine!

— Success + Public Perception

— Sam’s Journey: From the Midwest to LA

— Body Image & the Acting Industry

— Finding Self-Worth Beyond Acting

— The Challenges of Running a Business

— Working on The Orville as an Alien

— Podcasting and Accountability

— What’s Next for Sam!

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Deep Work by Cal Newport

· Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

· Watch Followed

· Mary Kills People

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Body Image, Self Esteem, and the Complex Relationships We Have with Ourselves with Lynsey Martin

· Inside Out by Demi Moore

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Valendykes Day, Will Travel for a Maybe, and The Default Pucker

· Follow @theprettylittlelifters on Instagram

· Sam Valentine on The Orville

· Sam Valentine - Demo Reel

· Follow @samvalentine on Instagram

· Listen to the One Broke Actress Podcast

· One Broke Actress on YouTube

· Fast Forward Production

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In this episode, Meredith and Alex dive into a research roundup on essential health topics, including sleep, exercise, diet, and alcohol. They explore the benefits and trade-offs of morning vs. evening exercise, the importance of eating breakfast, the numerous wellness advantages of spending time outdoors, and the impact of community and social connections on overall well-being. Additionally, they discuss alcohol consumption and its effects on diet, sleep, and exercise habits, plus an interesting study on whether alcohol consumers actually exercise more.

— The Podcast Couch Dilemma

— Life Updates & Meredith’s Frostbite

— Morning vs. Evening Workouts

— The Science Behind the Benefits of Getting Outside

— Community and Social Connection

— The Importance of Quality Sleep

— The Double-Edged Sword of Alcohol

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Exploring Common Relationships with Food + Alex’s Half Ironman!

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Understanding Alcohol: Its Impact on Your Health and Lifestyle

· Comparing Morning Exercise to No Exercise

· Does Exercise Timing Impact Sleep?

· The Bidirectional Relationship Between Diet Quality and Sleep

· Do Alcohol Consumers Exercise More?

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In this Valentine's Day-themed episode, Meredith and Alex reminisce about their past relationship experiences and the early days of their own relationship. They’ll read past love letters to one another, as well as discuss the optimal Valentine’s Day gifts for gays (spoiler alert: it’s not roses and chocolate!).

— Our Previous Valentine’s Day Experiences

— Meeting Each Other + Love Letters

— Optimal Gifts for Gays

— Valentine’s Day Traditions

— Valendykes Day: Reclaiming the Word ‘Dyke’

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Valentine’s Day Special (Part 1): Candid Conversations on Conflict, Communication, and Connection

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Valentine’s Day Special (Part 2): Jealousy, Competition, and Work-Life Balance

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Valentine’s Day & Brandi Carlile’s Tropical Gay Getaway (Part Two)

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In this episode, Alex and Meredith have Lynsey back on the podcast to discuss the complexities of body image and self-esteem within the context of sports and coaching. They reflect on Lynsey's experience with fluctuating training intensity due to health issues and how it impacted her body image. They touch on insights from Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro and Dr. Lambert on body image, self-esteem, and disordered eating, and how these concepts intersect with coaching clients. Additionally, they highlight the importance of performance goals, fostering positive self-reflection, and recognizing the impact of societal standards on self-perception.

— Welcome Back Lynsey!

— Understanding Body Image Concepts

— Self-Esteem and Body Image Flexibility

— Coaching and Client Relationships

— Tracking Macros: Benefits and Pitfalls

— Social Media and Body Image

— Challenging Imposter Syndrome

— Navigating Body Image During Illness

— The Importance of Performance Goals

— Wedding Day & Dealing with Body Image

— Positive Self-Reflection and Coaching

— Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Tactic Nutrition: Cellulite is Not a Real Thing

· Tactic Functional Nutrition

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: How to Know If You’re Not Ready for a Coach: Our Non-Ideal Clients

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Tactic Coach Lynsey Martin on Individual Variation in People’s Abilities to Reach Goals

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Reverse Dieting with Tactic Head Coach Lynsey Martin

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: All About the CrossFit Games Semifinals with Tactic Coach Lynsey Martin

· Follow Lynsey @lynsmartin on Instagram

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In this episode, Meredith and Alex answer all your questions! Covering topics from their ideal day in the life and relationship dynamics to fitness routines and nutrition coaching. They also provide insight into their coaching style with Tactic Functional Nutrition, as well as practical advice on managing rest and recovery, dealing with boredom eating, and getting back on track after a long fitness break.

— Meredith & Instagram Ads

— Answering Your Questions

— Our Tattoos and Their Meanings

— Childhood Memories and Growing Up

— Our Ideal Day in the Life

— Jewelry Preferences

— Our Top Celebrity Crushes + Music

— Fitness and Nutrition Tips

— Rest and Recovery Strategies

— Inflammation and Microdosing GLP-1

— Why We Chose Fernie

— Retirement Plans and Future Goals!

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Learn more about Tactic Functional Nutrition!

· drift.

· King - Florence and the Machine

· Holt Renfrew

· Cartography.NYC

· Save 10% on a Zwift Ride, Smart Frame, & Kickr Core with TACTICZWIFT10

· All Bodies on Bikes

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Enjoy the first-ever Afternoon Snack compilation episode, which highlights the best mindset episodes that Alex and Meredith have covered to date! From the importance of developing willpower through consistent action, facing hardships, and making tough decisions to the significance of embracing imperfections in the journey to self-improvement, you will get a great combination of mindset tools to help you on your journey to reaching your goals!

— Emotional Resiliency & Three Tools to Build It

— You Gotta Stop Saying the Word “Should”

— The All-or-Nothing Mindset & How to Overcome It

— Mindfulness & Self-Love

— The 5 Pillars of Success

— The Problem With Perfection

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Emotional Resiliency & Three Tools to Build It

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: You Gotta Stop Saying the Word “Should”

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Angie Craig on the All-or-Nothing Mindset & How to Overcome It

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Mindfulness & Self-Love

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: The Five Pillars of Success: How They Can Help You Unlock Your Full Potential

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: The Problem With Perfection

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This episode, Alex and Meredith recap their most recent Girls Just Wanna Weekend trip hosted by Brandi Carlile. They reflect on their transition back home, the unique community vibes, and the welcoming environment they felt at the festival. They also emphasize the importance of community and staying resilient during these challenging times. Additionally, enjoy the first-ever Afternoon Snack Game Show: Is it Ointment or Lotion?

— Girls Just Wanna Weekend Recap!

— Afternoon Snack: The Game Show

— Reclaiming the Word Lesbian

— Being Recognized in Public + Making Friends

— Girls Just Wanna Weekend + Tactic Nutrition Future Collab??

— The Importance of Community During Challenging Times

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Brandi Carlile’s Tropical Gay Getaway (Part One)

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Valentine’s Day & Brandi Carlile’s Tropical Gay Getaway (Part Two)

· Brandi Carlile’s Girls Just Wanna Weekend

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Meredith’s ADHD Journey Update: Medication, Relationships, and Finding Balance

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In this episode, Alex and Meredith recap on some recent embarrassing stories, from ‘can butter knives be used as a murder weapon?’ to awkward encounters after being recognized in public. They also explore the origins, benefits, and misconceptions of hybrid training, arguing that it's not a new concept but has been around in various forms for decades. They discuss how to effectively start a hybrid training regimen and share their insights on balancing strength and endurance training for optimal results!

— Podcast Couch & Cats!

— A Recap on our Recent Embarrassing Moments

— What is Hybrid Training?

— Training Specificity and Goals

— Balancing Strength and Endurance

— Starting a Hybrid Training Program

— Working with Tactic Functional Fitness

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

· Listen to Afternoon Snack: Alex’s Half Ironman Post-Race Recap: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

· Read Iron War: Dave Scott, Mark Allen, and the Greatest Race Ever Run

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