Nicole Snell

Meet Nicole Snell. Nicole is an award winning international speaker, trainer, and self-defense expert specializing in sexual assault prevention education, gender-based violence prevention, and empowerment. She is the CEO of Girls Fight Back, Founder of Outdoor Defense and Lead Instructor with both IMPACT Personal Safety and IMPACT Global. Nicole speaks to gender inclusive groups at colleges, high schools, Fortune 500 companies, corporations, the US Military, outdoor groups, and more both domestically and abroad.Nicole is a credentialed Empowerment Self-Defense Professional and an NACP Credentialed Victim Advocate. She has been featured on over 30 podcasts and was interviewed for Women’s Health Magazine last year. She is an experienced solo hiker, solo traveler, outdoors enthusiast, and is an adventure leader for the Los Angeles non-profit, Black Girls Trekkin'. Nicole is committed to ending violence in all of its forms and strives to empower people with the skills to live without limits!You can follow Nicole on Instagram @adventuresofnik and @girlsfightback.Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Nicole Snell. Nicole is an award winning international speaker, trainer, and self-defense expert specializing in sexual assault prevention education, gender-based violence prevention, and empowerment. She is the CEO of Girls Fight Back, Founder of Outdoor Defense and Lead Instructor with both IMPACT Personal Safety and IMPACT Global. Nicole speaks to gender inclusive groups at colleges, high schools, Fortune 500 companies, corporations, the US Military, outdoor groups, and more both domestically and abroad. Nicole is a credentialed Empowerment Self-Defense Professional and an NACP Credentialed Victim Advocate. She has been featured on over 30 podcasts and was interviewed for Women’s Health Magazine last year. She is an experienced solo hiker, solo traveler, outdoors enthusiast, and is an adventure leader for the Los Angeles non-profit, Black Girls Trekkin'. Nicole is committed to ending violence in all of its forms and strives to empower people with the skills to live without limits! You can follow Nicole on Instagram @adventuresofnik and @girlsfightback. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 68: Nicole Snell - CEO of Girls Fight Back & Founder of Outdoor Defense 

This episode I talk with Amy Armstrong. Amy is a Masters runner who loves to have fun and build meaningful connections with people while achieving her running goals. In the last year, Amy became the Canadian national record holder for the W45-49 road mile.You can follow Amy on Instagram @amyarmstrong7.Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This episode I talk with Amy Armstrong. Amy is a Masters runner who loves to have fun and build meaningful connections with people while achieving her running goals. In the last year, Amy became the Canadian national record holder for the W45-49 road mile. You can follow Amy on Instagram @amyarmstrong7. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 67: Amy Armstrong - Masters runner

Tia Smith

Meet Tia Smith. Tia is a 35 years old wife, mom, teacher, and triathlete living in Charlotte, NC. She has completed 18 half marathons, one full marathon, four 70.3 IRONMAN races, and one 140.6 IRONMAN.Tia’s father was diagnosed with cancer when she was 15. His strong body started to fail him and after he passed when Tia was 21, she decided that she would push her body to the absolute max until the day she sees him again. In addition, she wanted her children to watch her set goals of the impossible, then work towards them to make them possible. You can follow Tia on Instagram @tiasmith_tri. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Tia Smith. Tia is a 35 years old wife, mom, teacher, and triathlete living in Charlotte, NC. She has completed 18 half marathons, one full marathon, four 70.3 IRONMAN races, and one 140.6 IRONMAN. Tia’s father was diagnosed with cancer when she was 15. His strong body started to fail him and after he passed when Tia was 21, she decided that she would push her body to the absolute max until the day she sees him again. In addition, she wanted her children to watch her set goals of the impossible, then work towards them to make them possible. You can follow Tia on Instagram @tiasmith_tri. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 66: Tia Smith - mom and triathlete

Meet Maurice Cornelious. Maurice is a veteran, husband, father, Spartan athlete, OCB NFF Pro, and USATF Certified Coach.You can follow Maurice on Instagram @spartanreeceDisclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Maurice Cornelious. Maurice is a veteran, husband, father, Spartan athlete, OCB NFF Pro, and USATF Certified Coach. You can follow Maurice on Instagram @spartanreece Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 65: Maurice Cornelius - Spartan athlete, OCB NFF Pro, and USATF Certified Coach

This week we welcome back teacher, runner and RRCA certified running coach Kara Ollick to see what she has been up to since we last spoke (episodes 17 and 27). You can follow Kara on Instagram @youareworththerun and her website is https://youareworththerun.com/ Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week we welcome back teacher, runner and RRCA certified running coach Kara Ollick to see what she has been up to since we last spoke (episodes 17 and 27). You can follow Kara on Instagram @youareworththerun and her website is <a href="https://youareworththerun.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youareworththerun.com/</a> Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 64: Catching up with Kara Ollick

Marnie Kunz

This week we caught up with past guest (episode 23) and the founder of Runstreet.com, Marnie Kunz. Based in NYC, Marnie is a NASM-certified trainer, and RRCA- and USATF-certified running coach, who, enjoys weightlifting, hiking, dogs, reading, and eating tacos when she is not running. You can find her on Instagram at @runstreet and her website is http://www.runstreet.comDisclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week we caught up with past guest (episode 23) and the founder of <a href="http://Runstreet.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Runstreet.com</a>, Marnie Kunz. Based in NYC, Marnie is a NASM-certified trainer, and RRCA- and USATF-certified running coach, who, enjoys weightlifting, hiking, dogs, reading, and eating tacos when she is not running. You can find her on Instagram at @runstreet and her website is <a href="http://www.runstreet.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.runstreet.com</a> Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 63: Catching up with Marnie Kunz

This week’s guest is Garrick Chan. Garrick is a runner from the Bay Area. He ran for San Jose State University XC in 2012-2014. After spending 7 years with Wolfpack Running Club, he just joined the Strawberry Canyon Running Club in Berkeley. When healthy, Garrick is a 1:12:15 half marathoner and a 2:34:13 debut marathoner. Garrick looks to get back on track after a tough year of running.You can find Garrick on Instagram at @gvc1992 and @asianathletespotlightDisclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week’s guest is Garrick Chan. Garrick is a runner from the Bay Area. He ran for San Jose State University XC in 2012-2014. After spending 7 years with Wolfpack Running Club, he just joined the Strawberry Canyon Running Club in Berkeley. When healthy, Garrick is a 1:12:15 half marathoner and a 2:34:13 debut marathoner. Garrick looks to get back on track after a tough year of running. You can find Garrick on Instagram at @gvc1992 and @asianathletespotlight Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 62: Garrick Chan - runner

Meet Mandy Camara. Mandy is an athlete and mother, She is supported by On Running, Athletic Brewing, Honeystinger, Nuun, and The Feed. Mandy’s passion lies in practicing the art of resilience, craft mastery, and legacy, whose friends say she runs like a gazelle in the Serengeti. You can find Mandy on Instagram at @mandelion28Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Mandy Camara. Mandy is an athlete and mother, She is supported by On Running, Athletic Brewing, Honeystinger, Nuun, and The Feed. Mandy’s passion lies in practicing the art of resilience, craft mastery, and legacy, whose friends say she runs like a gazelle in the Serengeti. You can find Mandy on Instagram at @mandelion28 Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 61: Mandy Camara - mother and athlete

Jim Gregory

This week meet Jim Gregory. Jim is a masters-level runner. He also cycles in his training blocks. The sport provides Jim with the opportunity to set goals, maintain physical and mental health, and most importantly, the ability to spread positivity.Jim discovered his passion for running when he was six years old growing up on his grandparent's farm. He raced his grandfather who was driving a tractor. Jim participated in track in middle and high school. He also ran cross country in high school and walked on to his university cross country team and ran a couple of years before becoming plagued with injuries and experiencing burn out. Jim returned to running in his late 30's and continues to run.For Jim, running was a means of escape from the daily grind, not fully understanding the positive impact running was having on his physical and mental health. Jim says when he runs, he runs to "feel free", "free to just be". He began working with a coach who provided structure during his training blocks. Jim is grateful for all his coach has taught him about training, recovery, and the overall benefits of running to his life.Once Jim was able to fully grasp what running was giving to him, he began to share it, empowering others to get out and move through partnerships with brands he used during training and on his social media channels. He has run 11 marathons and has currently completed five of the six world marathon majors (London, Boston, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City). Tokyo will be his final marathon to complete the sixth. You can find Jim on Instagram at @runman317Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week meet Jim Gregory. Jim is a masters-level runner. He also cycles in his training blocks. The sport provides Jim with the opportunity to set goals, maintain physical and mental health, and most importantly, the ability to spread positivity. Jim discovered his passion for running when he was six years old growing up on his grandparent's farm. He raced his grandfather who was driving a tractor. Jim participated in track in middle and high school. He also ran cross country in high school and walked on to his university cross country team and ran a couple of years before becoming plagued with injuries and experiencing burn out. Jim returned to running in his late 30's and continues to run. For Jim, running was a means of escape from the daily grind, not fully understanding the positive impact running was having on his physical and mental health. Jim says when he runs, he runs to "feel free", "free to just be". He began working with a coach who provided structure during his training blocks. Jim is grateful for all his coach has taught him about training, recovery, and the overall benefits of running to his life. Once Jim was able to fully grasp what running was giving to him, he began to share it, empowering others to get out and move through partnerships with brands he used during training and on his social media channels. He has run 11 marathons and has currently completed five of the six world marathon majors (London, Boston, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City). Tokyo will be his final marathon to complete the sixth. You can find Jim on Instagram at @runman317 Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 60: Jim Gregory - marathoner

This episode we talk with María del P. Vázquez of Phoenix, AZ. Maria has successfully balanced a busy life raising 3 boys while single. She ventured in triathlons and ultra-running for a while but now she’s focusing only on ultra-cycling races.Maria has conquered some of the most challenging ultra-cycling events out there around the globe; including The Longhorn 500, Hoodoo 500, Silver State 508 (‘Toughest 48 hrs in the Sport’), Paris-Brest-Paris, a grueling self-supported 750 miles race in France, and Tour De France, as part of an all-female team that for the 1st time in the history of the event completed all 21 stages a day prior to the Pro’s. She also set a record by becoming the 1st female ever to cross the state of Ohio in both directions (E-W and W-E) in separate occasions and still holds one of them. Some of these events gave her the title of 1st Puertorrican Female ever finishing or 1st Puertorrican Overall (male or female) ever finishing some of them.As a cycling coach, Maria’s mission is to get more women in the sport and help athletes reach their goals and finish their races. She believes she can do a lot more and cannot only rise above being average but inspire others to do so with her inspirational story!You can find Maria on Instagram at @coach_maria_prDisclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This episode we talk with María del P. Vázquez of Phoenix, AZ. Maria has successfully balanced a busy life raising 3 boys while single. She ventured in triathlons and ultra-running for a while but now she’s focusing only on ultra-cycling races. Maria has conquered some of the most challenging ultra-cycling events out there around the globe; including The Longhorn 500, Hoodoo 500, Silver State 508 (‘Toughest 48 hrs in the Sport’), Paris-Brest-Paris, a grueling self-supported 750 miles race in France, and Tour De France, as part of an all-female team that for the 1st time in the history of the event completed all 21 stages a day prior to the Pro’s. She also set a record by becoming the 1st female ever to cross the state of Ohio in both directions (E-W and W-E) in separate occasions and still holds one of them. Some of these events gave her the title of 1st Puertorrican Female ever finishing or 1st Puertorrican Overall (male or female) ever finishing some of them. As a cycling coach, Maria’s mission is to get more women in the sport and help athletes reach their goals and finish their races. She believes she can do a lot more and cannot only rise above being average but inspire others to do so with her inspirational story! You can find Maria on Instagram at @coach_maria_pr Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 59: Maria Del P. Vazquez - mom, ultra-endurance cyclist, cycling coach & race director

No Gimmicks Just Sweat is a podcast dedicated to hearing the journeys and unique stories behind an athlete’s training and what drives them. Everyone has a different story and everyone has a different reason behind their journey. These stories are meant to inspire listeners and help them aspire to heights they never thought the could reach, no matter the obstacle. No Gimmicks Just Sweat is a state of mind and a reminder that anything you value is worth putting in the work, staying motivated, and not stopping.

This week we caught up with my friend and my very first guest India Cook. We catch up with everything that has been up to in her active life as the co-host of The Run Duo podcast, hosting the Miles From India YouTube channel, being an RRCA-certified run coach, becoming a race announcer, and most importantly planning a wedding. You can find India on Instagram at @i_of_endigo_runs. Her website is https://www.milesfromindia.com/ Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week we caught up with my friend and my very first guest India Cook. We catch up with everything that has been up to in her active life as the co-host of The Run Duo podcast, hosting the Miles From India YouTube channel, being an RRCA-certified run coach, becoming a race announcer, and most importantly planning a wedding. You can find India on Instagram at @i_of_endigo_runs. Her website is <a href="https://www.milesfromindia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.milesfromindia.com/</a> Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 58: Catching up with India Cook

Taren Gesell

Meet Taren Gesell. Taren is best known as Triathlon Taren online. He took up endurance sports in his late twenties not knowing how to swim, he hadn't been on a bike in 13 years, and he couldn't run the length of one house. By the end of his triathlon career Taren was a top 1% in the world triathlete, he completed record setting open water marathon swims, and is now growing MōTTIV which is the only app with training plans designed for real people looking to accomplish amazing things in endurance sports.You can find Taren on Instagram at @triathlontaren and @mymottiv. His website is https://mymottiv.com/. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Taren Gesell. Taren is best known as Triathlon Taren online. He took up endurance sports in his late twenties not knowing how to swim, he hadn't been on a bike in 13 years, and he couldn't run the length of one house. By the end of his triathlon career Taren was a top 1% in the world triathlete, he completed record setting open water marathon swims, and is now growing MōTTIV which is the only app with training plans designed for real people looking to accomplish amazing things in endurance sports. You can find Taren on Instagram at @triathlontaren and @mymottiv. His website is <a href="https://mymottiv.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mymottiv.com/</a>. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 57: Taren Gesell - triathlete and founder of MōTTIV

This week I talk with Leah DeKalb. Leah grew up in Northern California, where she was always immersed in something active: riding horses, playing soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, volleyball, track, skiing, you name it! Maintaining an active lifestyle is a part of who she is at her core. Running has always been her go-to sport to stay in shape, both mentally and physically. In 2014 she completed her first half-marathon, and in 2015, her first full marathon. She continued to love running but always sought more ways to stay active. After watching her husband compete in a handful of triathlons, she thought, “I’d like to do that, but just the thought of it scares the daylights out of me!” She worked with her husband to learn how to swim (she could not swim a full length of the pool when she first started!), gained confidence on the bike, and took the plunge into her first Sprint Triathlon in 2018. Since then, she has continued to race in many local sprints and has qualified and raced the Olympic distance at Age Group Nationals two times. Leah took the plunge to “tri” out her first 70.3 in Waco, TX this past October. This year she has thoroughly enjoyed being a member of Team Varlo and the Elite Feed Athlete Team. When she’s not training or racing, Leah is working on finishing up her Master’s degree in Business Management and working as a Graduate Assistant. She also loves spending time with her dog, Woodford, and husband of four years, Jeff. She looks forward to continuing to push past her limits to achieve more than she ever dreamed possible in the sport of triathlon and hopes to inspire others to do the same! You can find Leah on Instagram at @limitlesswithleahDisclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week I talk with Leah DeKalb. Leah grew up in Northern California, where she was always immersed in something active: riding horses, playing soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, volleyball, track, skiing, you name it! Maintaining an active lifestyle is a part of who she is at her core. Running has always been her go-to sport to stay in shape, both mentally and physically. In 2014 she completed her first half-marathon, and in 2015, her first full marathon. She continued to love running but always sought more ways to stay active. After watching her husband compete in a handful of triathlons, she thought, “I’d like to do that, but just the thought of it scares the daylights out of me!” She worked with her husband to learn how to swim (she could not swim a full length of the pool when she first started!), gained confidence on the bike, and took the plunge into her first Sprint Triathlon in 2018. Since then, she has continued to race in many local sprints and has qualified and raced the Olympic distance at Age Group Nationals two times. Leah took the plunge to “tri” out her first 70.3 in Waco, TX this past October. This year she has thoroughly enjoyed being a member of Team Varlo and the Elite Feed Athlete Team. When she’s not training or racing, Leah is working on finishing up her Master’s degree in Business Management and working as a Graduate Assistant. She also loves spending time with her dog, Woodford, and husband of four years, Jeff. She looks forward to continuing to push past her limits to achieve more than she ever dreamed possible in the sport of triathlon and hopes to inspire others to do the same! You can find Leah on Instagram at @limitlesswithleah Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 56: Leah DeKalb - runner & triathlete

Meet Raina Hope Duckworth. Raina is a wife and mother with three teenagers at home. She is a proud Atlanta native and definitely a foodie. She got into running and her love of the outdoors a little later than most. Although her first 5k race was in 2013, she didn’t consider herself a “runner” until the spring of 2019 because that’s when she became a consistent runner. Raina is currently training for her second marathon, The St. Jude’s Memphis Marathon. She would also like to attempt a triathlon if she can ever perfect her swim. When she is not running, Raina most enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, trying new restaurants, going to the movies, traveling, reading and spending time in nature doing activities such as hiking and kayaking with her husband.You can find Raina on Instagram at @eat.hope.runDisclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Raina Hope Duckworth. Raina is a wife and mother with three teenagers at home. She is a proud Atlanta native and definitely a foodie. She got into running and her love of the outdoors a little later than most. Although her first 5k race was in 2013, she didn’t consider herself a “runner” until the spring of 2019 because that’s when she became a consistent runner. Raina is currently training for her second marathon, The St. Jude’s Memphis Marathon. She would also like to attempt a triathlon if she can ever perfect her swim. When she is not running, Raina most enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, trying new restaurants, going to the movies, traveling, reading and spending time in nature doing activities such as hiking and kayaking with her husband. You can find Raina on Instagram at @eat.hope.run Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 55: Raina Hope Duckworth - mom & runner

Cheryl Miller

This week we caught up with mom, runner, USATF certified Level 2 coach Cheryl Miller to see what she has been up to since our last conversation on episode 22 of the show.You can find Cheryl on Instagram at @gypseejourneyDisclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week we caught up with mom, runner, USATF certified Level 2 coach Cheryl Miller to see what she has been up to since our last conversation on episode 22 of the show. You can find Cheryl on Instagram at @gypseejourney Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 54: Catching up with mom, runner & USATF Certified Coach Cheryl Miller

Meet Jeffery Heard. Jeffery is an over 40 runner, cyclist, and duathlete. He uses the sports to help maintain his physical and mental health well being. Jeffery is an ambassador for Altra, Rabbit, Tiux socks, Huma gels, Long Beach Marathon, and Athletic Brewing Co.As he started his fitness journey, the goal was to combat family health issues and stay fit. But as the journey progressed, the goal transformed into inspiring other people of color to lead a more active lifestyle. As the journey continued, the goal morphed into including Jeffery sharing how running helps him keep his mental health in check.Learning that his younger brother, Josh, passed away at age 26 in Phoenix, Arizona, was when Jeffery realized how important running was to his mental health. This devastating news sent him swirling into a tailspin. To help deal with the sudden loss, he turned to running to help process the emotions that crushed him. Running gave him the alone time he needed and allowed him to connect with Josh.You can find Jeffery on Instagram at @runjefferyrun.Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Jeffery Heard. Jeffery is an over 40 runner, cyclist, and duathlete. He uses the sports to help maintain his physical and mental health well being. Jeffery is an ambassador for Altra, Rabbit, Tiux socks, Huma gels, Long Beach Marathon, and Athletic Brewing Co. As he started his fitness journey, the goal was to combat family health issues and stay fit. But as the journey progressed, the goal transformed into inspiring other people of color to lead a more active lifestyle. As the journey continued, the goal morphed into including Jeffery sharing how running helps him keep his mental health in check. Learning that his younger brother, Josh, passed away at age 26 in Phoenix, Arizona, was when Jeffery realized how important running was to his mental health. This devastating news sent him swirling into a tailspin. To help deal with the sudden loss, he turned to running to help process the emotions that crushed him. Running gave him the alone time he needed and allowed him to connect with Josh. You can find Jeffery on Instagram at @runjefferyrun. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 53: Jeffery Heard - runner, cyclist & duathlete

Ginny Cataldi

Meet Virginia “Ginny” Cataldi. Ginny is an Elite Level triathlete who has been racing triathlons for 11 years. She has completed 6 full distance IRONMAN, two of which were in Kona for the the IRONMAN World Championships. The first time at Kona, Ginny qualified for the Boston Marathon, and the second time she placed 9th in her AG. The last IRONMAN she raced, she placed 2nd Overall Female, and passed on her Kona slot. She has raced in 20+ 70.3 distance IRONMAN races and participated at the 70.3 World Championships several times. Her best result at World’s was placing 5th in her AG for a spot on the podium. In addition to racing, Ginny is an certified triathlon coach who loves working with new athletes, and recently taken on a role as a sales consultant with custom sports apparel company called VARLO.When not doing things triathlon related, Ginny teaches middle school art and doing the best she can as a single mother of two teenagers, whom she hopes are proud of her and hope to have inspired them to take calculated risks and find their own passion. Her journey hasn’t always been easy, but adversity builds strength. Ginny’s mantra has become, “We get to do this.”You can find Ginny on Instagram at @ginnylovestri24.Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Virginia “Ginny” Cataldi. Ginny is an Elite Level triathlete who has been racing triathlons for 11 years. She has completed 6 full distance IRONMAN, two of which were in Kona for the the IRONMAN World Championships. The first time at Kona, Ginny qualified for the Boston Marathon, and the second time she placed 9th in her AG. The last IRONMAN she raced, she placed 2nd Overall Female, and passed on her Kona slot. She has raced in 20+ 70.3 distance IRONMAN races and participated at the 70.3 World Championships several times. Her best result at World’s was placing 5th in her AG for a spot on the podium. In addition to racing, Ginny is an certified triathlon coach who loves working with new athletes, and recently taken on a role as a sales consultant with custom sports apparel company called VARLO. When not doing things triathlon related, Ginny teaches middle school art and doing the best she can as a single mother of two teenagers, whom she hopes are proud of her and hope to have inspired them to take calculated risks and find their own passion. Her journey hasn’t always been easy, but adversity builds strength. Ginny’s mantra has become, “We get to do this.” You can find Ginny on Instagram at @ginnylovestri24. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 52: Ginny Cataldi - mom, teacher & triathlete

Adrian Shepherd

On this episode, meet Adrian Shepherd. Adrian is originally from Florida, although Atlanta, GA has been home for over 20 years. She has been happily married for 20 years to her husband Ramsey and together they have 2 children, Morgan (14) and Julian (10). Professionally, she has worked for a large healthcare system in Atlanta for 20 years in corporate administration. She enjoys being active physically through running (individually and in groups) and biking, but has always loved reading and spending time with her family. Fitness will always be a large part of her identity and she's always looking forward to the next race or challenge.You can find Adrian on Instagram at @skyemiles101Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

On this episode, meet Adrian Shepherd. Adrian is originally from Florida, although Atlanta, GA has been home for over 20 years. She has been happily married for 20 years to her husband Ramsey and together they have 2 children, Morgan (14) and Julian (10). Professionally, she has worked for a large healthcare system in Atlanta for 20 years in corporate administration. She enjoys being active physically through running (individually and in groups) and biking, but has always loved reading and spending time with her family. Fitness will always be a large part of her identity and she's always looking forward to the next race or challenge. You can find Adrian on Instagram at @skyemiles101 Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 51: Adrian Shepherd - mom, runner & Peloton devotee

This week we welcome back season 1 episode 7 guest Shawanna White to see what the 8th fastest U.S. born Black marathoner has been up to since our last conversation. You can find Shawanna on Instagram at @peachrunner26.2.Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

This week we welcome back season 1 episode 7 guest Shawanna White to see what the 8th fastest U.S. born Black marathoner has been up to since our last conversation. You can find Shawanna on Instagram at @peachrunner26.2. Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 50: Catching up with marathoner Shawanna White

Meet Nicole Pizza. Nicole considers herself to be an athlete and a mermaid as she loves staying active, especially at the beach. She has competed as a powerlifter and runner. When she's not out and about sweating around town she works as a family therapist and digital strategist. She loves Pokemon, old school video games, and diesel trucks. Nicole enjoys spending her time with her loved ones cooking, eating, being active, and making the world better than they found it.You can find Nicole on Instagram at @starmie386 Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify,  Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmloganMusic: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat)Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Meet Nicole Pizza. Nicole considers herself to be an athlete and a mermaid as she loves staying active, especially at the beach. She has competed as a powerlifter and runner. When she's not out and about sweating around town she works as a family therapist and digital strategist. She loves Pokemon, old school video games, and diesel trucks. Nicole enjoys spending her time with her loved ones cooking, eating, being active, and making the world better than they found it. You can find Nicole on Instagram at @starmie386 Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. Don't forget to rate and review us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening if you enjoyed this episode! Another way to support the show is to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and to follow me personally at @ericmlogan Music: Hip Hop Background Beat by Sugar Beats (used under license from PremiumBeat) Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Episode 49: Nicole Pizza - powerlifter and runner

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