Podcast episodes
Season 2
Blake Mistretta on Marathon Training, Leadership Best Practices, and the Power of Fitness
We are joined by Blake Mistretta, marathon runner, HYROX champion, and MOXI3 co-founder to discuss the ins and outs of marathon training, what it takes to be a great leader, and the role that fitness plays in overall well-being. Blake shares what he has learned from long-distance training, finding sobriety, and leading teams and explains how all of these things lend themselves to one another in his own life.
We Have News
Welcome back to Friends with Health Benefits! In this episode, Kate and Jac are thrilled to unveil the exciting details of their brand-new venture - a communal wellness space located in Costa Mesa! Imagine a haven where you can experience cold plunges, saunas, and soothing massage therapies, all under one roof. But there's more to it than just relaxation; our wellness spa is also rooted in community and will house a co-working space designed to ignite your creativity and productivity. Join us for an exclusive sneak peek into our plans for the space and the stories behind its origin. Stay tuned as the girls take you through the process and development of their new business in real time. Don't miss it! Follow Friends with Health Benefits on Instagram and Tik Tok
Diet Culture, The U.S. Food Environment, & Intuitive Eating
In this week’s episode, Kate and Jac get pretty personal regarding diet culture, body image, and disordered eating. Despite pouring a ton of focus and intention into caring for their health through nutrition and exercise, they have both struggled with the pressures of body trends and societal expectations. One of the goals in this episode was to openly discuss both their personal experiences with body image and the intricacies surrounding the topic in general. By being vulnerable, Kate and Jac hope to reinforce that no one is alone in what they may go through during their own body image journey. The girls also explore the true meaning behind intuitive eating, and give tangible tips to implement that practice in everyday life. Follow us: @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, Kate @katewirta
Hard vs. Healthy Water and the Impact of Glyphosate
In this episode, Kate and Jac explore the topics of healthy drinking water and the history of glyphosate. Kate educates us on the origins of the tap water in our homes, and shares the dangers of consuming contaminated water. She then teaches us what to look for when investing in healthy drinking water. Jac guides us through the history of glyphosate and how it infiltrated the American agriculture industry. She informs us of the repercussions of spraying crops with this pesticide, and then gives tips on how to avoid it. Enjoy the episode! Follow us: @FriendswHealthBenefits, Jac @jacc_, Kate @katewirta Products mentioned: Jolie Shower Head Citizen Water Co Puronics AquraTru Filter
Our 2022 Favorites & New Years Glow Up Plan
In this episode, Kate and Jac round up their 2022 favorites. Their personal lists range from the Summer Fridays Lip Balm all the way to Sam Harris’ Waking Up meditation app. They recount the products and services that helped shape the previous year (all favorites are linked below!) Later in the episode, the girls explore their goals for the New Year. Going into 2023, Kate and Jac are starting the “75 Hard” challenge, and plan to implement new routines to carry throughout the coming months. Enjoy! Follow us: @FriendsWithHealthBenefits, @jacc_, @katewirta Kate’s Favorites: Summer Fridays Lip Balm Alphalete Leggings Malk Almond Milk Bone Broth Protein Powder Curling Custard Sprunch Mousse Skinbetter Retinol Infrared Sauna Jac’s Favorites: Waking Up by Sam Harris LMNT Electrolytes Huberman Lab Podcast Hatch Alarm Clock Dyson Airwrap Stanley Water Bottle