Welcome to episode 6 of the Let’s Get Fuerte mini-series, where we break down one of the most overlooked parts of fitness: building a strong foundation through core strength, balance, and stability.

Inspired by recent conversations around the rise of ACL injuries in young athletes, especially girls, I want everyone to know why injury prevention, mobility, and stability training is essential for every age and fitness level. From athletes and busy moms to beginners and aging adults, this episode explores how improving your core strength and movement patterns can help protect your joints, improve posture, prevent pain, and build confidence in and out of the gym.

Mi gente, remember: you don’t have to do everything at once. Start small, stay consistent, and keep showing up for yourself.
Gracias y adiós.

NPR segment on ACL injury:
https://www.npr.org/2025/05/02/nx-s1-5383872/training-women-as-women-not-men-could-be-key-to-avoiding-knee-injury

Welcome to episode 5 of this mini series, where we’re cutting through the noise to help you make informed, confident choices about supplements.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the talk lately around supplements like protein, and creatine, I'm here to clear things up. Because the truth is, supplements aren’t magic, they’re tools. And like any tool, they only work when you understand how (and if) they fit into your routine.
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Let’s take the guesswork out so you can decide if supplements might benefit your fitness.

What if everything you thought made you who you are… was taken away?

After a devastating car accident ended a promising career as a dancer in New York City, Dawn Christensen was forced to rebuild, not just her body, but her entire outlook on life.

Through chronic illness, over 35 surgeries, and years of deep healing, she discovered a different kind of power: one rooted not in pushing harder, but in listening, softening, and coming back home to herself. Now, she helps others do the same.

Today, Dawn is a Certified Expressive Arts Counselor and certified Somatic Coach, she teaches somatic healing and breathwork. She works one-on-one with individuals navigating chronic illness, anxiety, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation. 

This is a story of resilience. Of guardian angels. Of embodiment. Of what it truly means to be fuerte from the inside out.

Dawn can be found at 
http://dawnchristensen.substack.com/ and 
​https://www.facebook.com/share/18D4ptaN9W/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Welcome to episode four of this mini series, where we focus on the different types of training and what each one brings to your routine. Today we’re breaking down what your body actually needs. Cardio, resistance training, HIIT, flexibility, and balance all play a role in building a strong, capable body. Let's explore how to use each type of training in a way that fits your real life. 

We love your questions. Comment below or reach out to us on social media and tell us what you’d like us to cover next.

Today, I sit down with my chiropractor, Dr. Aixa Santos, to talk about caring for your whole body, rather than treating pain as an isolated problem when it shows up. We discuss her journey from Puerto Rico to Seattle and her path into chiropractic care. She is here to issue an invitation to health; not a quick fix, but the tools and resources to reduce pain and create lasting changes in your mobility and strength. 

If you’re ready to think differently about your body and take a proactive approach to your wellness, this conversation is for you. Tune in and step into your strength.
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You can find Dr. Santos at https://www.health1stchiro.com/
on Instagram @seattleuppercervicaldoc

​Listen to a conversation with my high school friends Mandy Denham and Heidi Young. They were influencers before it was a thing - at least they were for me! They helped me find my way to running my own business. These entrepreneurial women share hard-won lessons from their careers, marriages, raising children, and more. Even though we now live in three different states, we are as connected as ever. I love these ladies, and so will you!

Content warning: We talk about abusive marriages in this episode. Please listen with care. If you need support, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.