Episodes
Nov. 17, 2025
My Updated Midlife Exercise Plan (ep 18)
The messy middle of my movement experiment A few weeks into this workout overhaul, I hit a moment where I needed to stop, breathe, and actually look at what I was doing. I had just finished a workout, still sweaty, still ener...
Nov. 16, 2025
From Appearance to Ability (ep 17)
When I chose the phrase my Body can , I thought it was just a motivating name, a reminder that I could rebuild myself after years of illness, injury, and hormonal chaos. I liked the sound of it, the energy of it, the quiet en...
Nov. 15, 2025
Exercise Tools That Keep Me Active in Midlife (ep 16)
One thing I’ve learned during this 30-day movement experiment is that the tools I actually use to support my body are not always the ones I expected. They’re not the fancy-looking things you see laid out on Instagram. They’re...
Nov. 14, 2025
Finding Fitness Resources That Actually Fit My Life (ep 15)
There are so many movement resources online that sometimes choosing a workout feels harder than doing the workout. YouTube, Instagram reels, courses, programs… it all blurs together. But today, while searching for a simple st...
Nov. 13, 2025
Adding Stretching Back Into My Exercise Routine (ep 14)
What’s the right ratio of stretching to exercise? How much, how often, and why is it so easy to forget about it entirely? That question came to me the hard way—through a massage. A very good one, actually. I treated myself to...
Nov. 12, 2025
Finding the Line Between Soreness (ep 13)
It’s raining outside, which feels fitting because my whole body aches today. I had planned to record this one in the park, but here I am inside, moving gently while I talk through what’s on my mind: Where is that line between...
Nov. 11, 2025
Things That Pop Up During My Workout (ep 12)
There’s a difference between moving your body and being with your body.I realized that this morning when I decided to record not just my workout, but my thoughts while doing it. It sounded ridiculous at first—who wants to hea...
Nov. 10, 2025
From Coffee to Cardio (ep 11)
This morning started differently.Not because I had a perfect night’s sleep, or some magical motivation. Mondays and I have rarely been friends. But today, I woke up curious . Calm. A little lighter. And curiosity is often the...
Nov. 9, 2025
Why I Film My Morning Workouts (ep 10)
Who in their right mind would want to film themselves first thing in the morning — hair wild, face unwashed, pajamas still on — and call it a fitness project ? Me.Apparently, me. This week’s episode is about how this whole “M...
Nov. 8, 2025
Why Fast Exercise Progress Can Backfire (ep 9)
Slowing down your exercise goals might be the fastest way to actually keep going. Most of us rush progress — adding more weight, more time, more intensity — until we burn out or get hurt. Steph shares how easing up on the ti...
Nov. 7, 2025
When Foot Pain Gets in the Way of Walking (ep 8)
I love walking. But after years of foot problems, even something I love became complicated. In this episode, I dive into a foot masterclass I bought months ago, why it overwhelmed me, and how I’m breaking it down into somethi...
Nov. 6, 2025
Using ChatGPT To Cut Through Exercise Overwhelm (ep 7)
Today’s overwhelm has a new twist — technology.I brought ChatGPT into my movement planning to figure out which parts of my workout I’m duplicating and which ones are missing. The result? Less chaos, more clarity, and only thr...
Nov. 5, 2025
Exercise Overwhelm (ep 6)
It’s only a few days into the 30-day challenge, and I’m not overwhelmed by the workouts — I’m overwhelmed by the organization. Do I focus on one tool — like bands — or keep juggling dumbbells, bands, and balance work? I love ...
Nov. 4, 2025
Exercise Resources I’ve Found Online (ep 5)
Some days it feels like there’s too much information out there — too many courses, apps, and “must-try” movement plans. I’ve spent years collecting bookmarks, screenshots, and notes trying to find the right mix of ideas to he...
Nov. 3, 2025
Beginner Workouts Gone Wrong (day 4)
I’ve tried so many exercise programs over the years — and most of them broke me. In this episode, I share three times I pushed too hard, too fast, and what finally helped me stop the cycle. 💡 Key takeaway: Start smaller than ...
Nov. 2, 2025
The Movement Resource Graveyard: Clearing Out Unneeded Exercise Resources (day 3)
Day 3 of my Body can audio edition! How many courses and exercise videos are buried in your movement plan graveyard? Mine’s full — old squat challenges, posture classes, fascia workshops, and foot exercises that I swore I’d d...
Nov. 1, 2025
How Instagram Reels Jumpstarted My Fitness Routine (day 2)
Day 2 of My Body Can audio edition! When I restarted my fitness journey this year, I didn’t find my plan in a program or a gym. I found it in 1-minute videos on Instagram. I never thought Instagram Reels would help me rebuild...
Oct. 31, 2025
30 Days to Reconnect With My Body (day 1)
Day 1 of My Body Can audio edition! For months, I’ve had a simple movement plan that finally feels doable — a mix of weights, bands, and calisthenics that fits my schedule and energy. But there are still things missing: postu...
Oct. 24, 2025
What My Body Can Do Now: Starting a Midlife Movement Challenge
In June 2025 I finally found a way to do exercise in a way that helped me and that I enjoyed. But there’s still something missing. I have resources for courses and programs I want to incorporate into that movement plan. How d...