Wellness Junkies (formerly Nirvana Sisters)

• Wellness Download: Catching Up with Ah.mi’s Rachel Johnson on Habits, Summits & Showing Up

  In this episode of Wellness Junkies, Amy sits down with returning guest Rachel Johnson, founder of ah.mi, a wellness brand and community supporting busy women through curated, relatable content and quarterly group challenges. It’s a candid catch-up on all things everyday wellness — from what really went down at the latest wellness summits to building a Substack community, morning routines, and showing up for yourself. This one’s packed with real-life inspo (plus a few beauty hacks and workout confessions along the way). We talk about the recent growth of ah.mi and the evolution of its wellness community. Rachel shares how the brand stays grounded in its core mantra: “Greens, water, move, repeat.” The focus? Simple, actionable wellness that feels realistic, not overwhelming. Rachel also opens up about her recent live TV appearance on South Florida Live, and how she overcame her fear of being on camera — a moment that perfectly reflects her belief in doing hard things and showing up anyway. We then swap stories about our recent wellness summit experiences: Rachel attended In Goop Health, while Amy attended the Dear Media Wellness Edit. We compare notes on the panels, brand activations, and the overall vibe of each event — with a shared takeaway on the power of in-person connection and community. Lastly, we trade favorite wellness hacks — from the magic of being early to lower stress, to making movement a non-negotiable, to creative ways to get more protein in. It's real talk about the rituals that work, and how to get back on track when they don’t. Join us for this inspiring and down-to-earth episode on the realities of wellness, the joy of community, and how to keep showing up — even when it’s hard. Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more on this episode, read the full show notes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the community: Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wellnessjunkiesofficial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram Subscribe to our newsletter Find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.wellnessjunkiesofficial.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW: Follow us @wellnessjunkies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amy @amynicolle on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ShopMyShop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our Amazon Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Say hi at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Please subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Finding Your Fitness Flow: Insights on Weightlifting, Healthy Living, and Mindset with CEO and Co-Founder of BODi, Carl Diakeler

  In this episode of Wellness Junkies, we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Carl Daikeler — visionary entrepreneur, and CEO and co-founder of The Beachbody Company, a longtime leader and innovator in the fitness and nutrition space. With over four decades of experience, Carl shares the origin story of Beachbody and how it has evolved into the cutting-edge platform known as BODi. We dive into the shift from traditional vanity metrics to a more holistic view of wellness, focusing on quality of life and functional fitness—especially for busy parents. Carl emphasizes the power of community and the crucial role mindset plays in wellness, introducing us to the Body Power Mindset Project, designed to help people overcome self-criticism and embrace a “health esteem” mindset. We also explore timely topics like the rise of GLP-1 medications and their impact on the industry, along with the importance of pairing them with sustainable lifestyle habits. Carl shares why resistance training is essential—particularly for women—and why it’s time to redefine what “lifting heavy” means on an individual level. Throughout the episode, Carl opens up about his personal wellness routines, including his morning rituals and the benefits he’s found in cold plunges. He underscores the importance of "owning your morning" and making fitness a non-negotiable priority for overall well-being. This episode is packed with insights and inspiration for anyone looking to elevate their health and fitness journey. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed having this energizing and enlightening conversation with Carl! Episode Info: BODi Website Carl Daikeler Instagram Carl Diakeler LinkedIn Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more on this episode, read the full show notes ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠@wellnessjunkiesofficial ⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram Find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.wellnessjunkiesofficial.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW: Follow us @wellnessjunkies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ShopMyShop⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our Amazon Store⁠⁠⁠⁠ Say hi at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠ Please subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Summer Decor Tips & Making Interior Design More Accessible with Designer Zoe Feldman

  Interior designer Zoe Feldman is back! In this episode, we catch up on everything from summer decor tips to her latest design venture, Demi — a fresh, more accessible way to work with her team. Zoe shares simple ways to refresh your home this season using what you already have, the power of foraging from your garden, and why imperfection makes a house feel more like you. We also dive into her experience designing (and selling!) her own home, what’s trending in interiors right now, and how she balances being a mom, business owner, and creative force. It’s a fun, inspiring convo full of practical takeaways for making your space and life feel more intentional. Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ For more on this episode, read the full show notes ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠@wellnessjunkiesofficial ⁠⁠⁠on Instagram Find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.wellnessjunkiesofficial.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW: Follow us @wellnessjunkies on ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ShopMyShop⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Shop our Amazon Store⁠⁠⁠ Say hi at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected] Please subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Air It Out Ladies! We’re Live With @TheVagDoc

  In this episode of Wellness Junkies, we dive deep into the often-taboo topics surrounding women's health with our special guest, Dr. C, also known as The Vag Doc. With over 16 years of experience as a board-certified OB-GYN, Dr. C has made a name for herself on social media by breaking down complex issues related to gynecology (from periods to menopause) with clarity, compassion, and a touch of humor. The conversation kicks off with Dr. C sharing her journey into social media, highlighting the lack of open discussions about gynecology and midlife women's health. She emphasizes the importance of empowering women to ask questions about their bodies, especially during the often confusing transitions of perimenopause and menopause. Dr. C treats us to a wealth of information as she answers common questions about IUDs, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and the changes women experience during menopause. She explains the benefits of keeping an IUD during midlife, the importance of estrogen for vaginal health, and how to navigate hormone levels effectively. The episode also touches on the significance of pelvic floor therapy, and encourages women to seek help and not to feel embarrassed about their health concerns, reinforcing that there is no shame in asking questions. As the episode wraps up, Amy and Melissa engage in a fun myth or fact segment, tackling common misconceptions about women's health, including the impact of wearing leggings on yeast infections. Join us for this enlightening and entertaining episode as we break down barriers and foster a community where women's health is discussed openly and honestly. Whether you're navigating menopause, considering an IUD, or simply seeking to understand your body better, this episode is packed with valuable information and insights from a trusted expert in the field. Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠ For more on this episode, read the full show notes ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠@wellnessjunkiesofficial ⁠⁠on Instagram Find us at ⁠⁠⁠www.wellnessjunkiesofficial.com⁠⁠⁠ NEW: Follow us @wellnessjunkies on ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ShopMyShop⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Shop our Amazon Store⁠⁠ Say hi at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Please subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Off the Beaten Path: Summer Getaways and Wellness Retreats with Custom Travel Itinerary Designer Sari Marissa

  In this exciting episode of Wellness Junkies, we dive into the world of travel with our special guest, Sari Marissa, a custom travel itinerary designer and wanderlust guru. As we explore the intersection of travel and wellness, Sari shares her insights on creating unique and out-of-the-ordinary travel experiences that nourish the soul. We kick off the conversation by discussing the importance of travel in enhancing our overall wellness and happiness. With summer just beginning, Sari highlights some of her favorite summer getaways, emphasizing the allure of Europe, while also encouraging listeners to explore lesser-known destinations. We then get into U.S. travel, finding authentic travel experiences that go beyond the typical tourist traps. Sari shares her favorite destinations for girls' getaways, wellness retreats top picks and last-minute travel ideas, with Sari recommending a fantastic option for spontaneous trips. We explore the beauty of nature-focused destinations where Sari shares inspiration of where to go and be with nature. Lastly, Sari shares her packing tips and tricks for stress-free travel and her favorite wellness and beauty hacks. This episode is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to enhance their travel experiences while prioritizing wellness. Whether you're planning a big birthday trip, a family vacation, or a spontaneous getaway, Sari's insights will help you create unforgettable memories. Join us as we explore the world of travel and wellness, and be sure to follow Sari on Instagram for more travel inspiration! Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode ⁠⁠here⁠ For more on this episode, read the full show notes ⁠here⁠ Follow us ⁠@wellnessjunkiesofficial ⁠on Instagram Find us at ⁠⁠www.wellnessjunkiesofficial.com⁠⁠ NEW: Follow us @wellnessjunkies on ⁠TikTok⁠ and ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠ShopMyShop⁠ ⁠Shop our Amazon Store⁠ Say hi at ⁠[email protected]⁠ Please subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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