Host:  MIMI MELVIN
Guest: Craig Carlock

Our guest in today's episode is Craig Carlock, CEO of Omega Sports.

In this episode, MiMi speaks with Craig about the upcoming Omega Sports Cannonball Marathon. Craig talks about preparing to run for the half marathon and his love of running.

Top Takeaways

• “If someone is trying to better themselves and I’m a good target for them to better themselves, I’ll definitely want to support them”
  – [Craig Carlock]
• “Good business provides dignity to employees.”
  – [Craig Carlock]
• “What’s great about running is that it’s available virtually everywhere at any time of the day.”
  – [Craig Carlock]
• “Don’t underestimate recovery and stretching.”
  – [Craig Carlock]

• [00:49] About today’s guest, Craig Carlock, and Omega Sports.
• [03:03] The upcoming Omega Sports Cannonball Race.
• [04:02] Why Craig decided to join the Cannonball half marathon race.
• [06:00] Craig’s views on training for runners.
• [07:47] Why is Omega Sports so important to you?
• [11:13] Craig’s experience as a runner.
• [15:42] The Omega Sports Cannonball Race.
• [22:20] What will Omega Sports be offering at the Cannonball Race?
• [24:41] Craig’s advice on preparing for the Cannonball Race.
• [29:00] Connect with Omega Sports.
• [30:04] About the new Omega Sports store.

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Host:  MIMI MELVIN
Guest: CALISTA ARIEL

Our guest in today's episode is Calista Ariel, a Saucony Field Marketing Specialist and passionate runner.

In this episode, MiMi speaks with Calista. Calista shares her passion for running, which remains undeterred even while pushing through health challenges. She also shares her work with Saucony and how she loves impacting the community through her expertise in running footwear.

• "Every show and every brand is not perfect for every person"
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "The hardest step is the first step out the door"
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "We all have to go through challenges; it's kind of just how we choose to go about it"
  - [Calista Ariel]
• "When you think about running and performance, you think about Saucony"
  - [Calista Ariel]
• "We shouldn't have to run for our lives while jogging for our health"
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "It's always so important to get the proper fit because one shoe does not fit everyone"
  - [Calista Ariel]

• [01:58] Meet our guest today, Calista Ariel.
• [03:15] How Calista started running.
• [06:12] Navigating through her health challenges to keep running.
• [13:14] Benefits of staying active.
• [16:56] How do you make out time to work out?
• [20:25] About the Saucony brand.
• [24:08] Saucony's impact in communities.
• [28:52] Calista’s work with Saucony.
• [30:07] The importance of finding the appropriate shoes for specific needs.
• [31:19] Factors to consider when trying to find a shoe.
• [32:53] Understanding some salient points in the running space.
• [35:39] Upcoming plans from Saucony.
• [37:47] Connect with Calista.

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Host:  MIMI MELVIN
Guest:  Dr. C. NICOLE SWINER

Our guest on this episode is Dr. C. Nicole Swiner of Serenity Hydration & Wellness. Voted one of the Top 10 physicians in North Carolina, she is a six-time best-selling author, a mother, and a wife.

In this episode, Dr. Swiner expounds on the "superwoman complex" that she discovered after falling victim to it, narrating her role in offering treatment services and education through her company, Serenity Hydration Wellness PLLC. She also highlights ways by which women can create a balance between the demands of work and home while still making out time for self-care.

• "If you can take better care of yourself emotionally and mentally then you are better for the ones that depend on you"
  - [Dr. C. Nicole Swiner]
• "If you don't 'sat down', your body's going to 'sat down' for you"
  - [Dr. C. Nicole Swiner]
• "The number one stressor for most of us comes from work"
  - [Dr. C. Nicole Swiner]
• "What do I love and how can I do what it is that I love in a manner that doesn't stress me?"
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "None of us drink the amount of water we're supposed to, on a consistent basis"
  - [Dr. C. Nicole Swiner]
• "Be kind to one another, just be nice"
  - [Dr. C. Nicole Swiner]

• [01:07] Intro; more about MiMi.
• [04:04] Introducing today's guest, Dr. C. Nicole Swiner.
• [05:56] What is the "superwoman complex"?
• [14:30] The importance of self-care especially for women.
• [16:05] How Dr. Swiner evolved into her lifestyle brand.
• [21:03] The core message behind the superwoman complex.
• [27:06] About Serenity Hydration & Wellness.
• [35:35] Connect with Dr. Swiner (Serenity Hydration & Wellness)
• [38:15] Final comments from Dr. Swiner.

Host: MIMI MELVIN
Guest: SANDRA TROUTMAN

Today's guest, Sandra Troutman, is the owner of Be You 4 Life Apparel, and the creator of the podcast BEING YOU 365.

In this episode, MiMi sits with Sandra. They discuss her journey to self-acceptance and physical fitness. And she talks about starting her apparel line using the growth and lessons learned from this journey.

• "Be what you need to be, and tell those who need to know where you at."
  - [Sandra Troutman]
• "It has to be within, like, you have to embrace you from within."
  - [Sandra Troutman]
• "You don't need to live up to someone else's standard. Be who God created you to be, and be that best version of yourself."
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "I follow my faith; I don't follow people."
  - [Sandra Troutman]
• "Every feedback is an opportunity to improve."
  - [Sandra Troutman]
• "Before I put any product on the market, I test it out on myself."
  - [Sandra Troutman]
• "If you want to know what people care about, follow the money."
  - [Sandra Troutman]

• [01:04] Intro
• [02:00] Meet today's guest, Sandra Troutman.
• [06:36] About Sandra’s background
• [16:40] Sandra’s 3 F-factors in life.
• [25:24] Creating Be You 4 Life Apparel.
• [36:52] How Sandra started bodybuilding.
• [54:54] Connect with Sandra.

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Host: MIMI MELVIN
Guest: SHARON MOSLEY

Our host is an award-winning producer at Capitol Broadcasting, MiMi Melvin. Her guest today is Sharon Mosley, a Licensed Health Therapist, a Certified Health Coach, and the owner of The Fit Talk.

In this episode, MiMi sits with Sharon who her experiences as a health coach and her journey in integrating physical fitness with mental health therapy.

• "No matter where you are in your fitness journey, there is always someone that can help push you even further."
  - [Sharon Mosley]
• "Ask yourself, 'so why am I interested in doing this; what's my why?"
  - [Sharon Mosley]
• "Just get good at one or two things, keep it simple."
  - [Sharon Mosley]

• [00:45] Intro
• [01:45] Meet our guest on this episode, Sharon Mosley.
• [02:09] Today's topic focuses on the mental aspect of working out.
• [03:30] The importance of having an accountability partner
• [08:22] Sharon shares her background
• [18:42] Can you share one of the success stories from your work?
• [22:37] How did The Fit Talk come into existence?
• [30:15] What advice would you give to someone who doesn't know where to begin?
• [34:17] Who is a good fit for the Fit Talk?
• [35:25] Connect with Sharon.

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Host: MIMI MELVIN
Guest: CHRIS MINCEY

Meet today's guest, Chris Mincey, Director of Development at Friends of Oberlin Village and Sales Director at Trophy Brewing.

In this episode, MiMi sits with Chris as he expounds on the Friends of Oberlin nonprofit group, shares the history of the Oberlin community, and describes the goals of the nonprofit including events they organize to achieve those goals.

• "When people have asked me 'why do you run'; because I can."
  - [Chris Mincey]
• "People who have never smoked don't understand that this is truly an addiction."
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "One day, I won't be able to run but today is not that day."
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "You should be passionate about what you do professionally and you should be passionate about your activism. And if they can work together, I think you're in gosh darn luck."
  - [Chris Mincey]

• [00:56] Intro
• [02:50] Meet today's guest, Chris Mincey.
• [03:25] How Chris met MiMi.
• [09:44] Chris talks about his work at Trophy Brewing.
• [12:44] Why is 'Friends of Oberlin' so important?
• [16:10] How should we refer to the descendants and families who lived in Oberlin Village?
• [17:35] How Chris combines his professional and philanthropic worlds.
• [19:47] About the upcoming Oberlin 5k event.
• [30:30] Did it get easier to pitch your idea to sponsors each time?
• [31:47] Where do you see yourself going with 'Friends of Oberlin?
• [33:11] What are the ways people can participate in this event?
• [38:09] Connect with Chris

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Host: MIMI MELVIN
Guest: NIA HARDEN

Meet our guest on this episode, Nia Harden, a WRAL news reporter, and fitness instructor who started The Heart Fitness to help her community stay fit and healthy.

In this episode, MiMi shares Nia's journey as a fitness instructor. They discuss why individuals need to engage in physical activities and create habits that promote their overall physical well-being.

• "The core is what keeps the body going"
  - [Nia Harden]
• "Are you going to be around if you're not focusing on your health"
  - [Nia Harden]
• "We fluctuate; somebody can be the same weight as somebody else and look completely different"
  - [Nia Harden]
• "Instead of concentrating on how we're improving, we're looking at numbers, and it's more important to build a healthy lifestyle"
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "You want to be here for those you love and the best way to do that is to take some time out for yourself"
  - [Nia Harden]

• [00:01] Intro
• [02:05] Introducing today’s guest, Nia Harden.
• [02:52] About Nia's fitness classes.
• [07:01] Starting 'The Heart Fitness' Facility.
• [13:35] A typical day with Nia.
• [18:28] Is there a difference between being an instructor and being part of a class?
• [20:40] How do you motivate people to make fitness and nutrition part of their lives continuously?
• [24:25] What happens if you lose weight too fast without changing your lifestyle?
• [26:48] Final comments from Nia's fitness journey.
• [28:26] How to connect with Nia.

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Introducing this podcast is our host, MiMi Melvin. In this first episode, MiMi sits with Gena Wright, a personal fitness trainer from Playa's Fit Club. Playa's Fit Club is dedicated to teaching people how to heal and maintain mental well-being through movement. Gena shares her experience overcoming cancer and how she uses her story to inspire others to be the best version of themselves.

• "Running for me was more than a sport; running for me was part of healing."
  - [Gena Wright]
• "It's not the distance that makes the difference, it's the movement!"
  - [Gena Wright]
• "Don't wait for a mammogram to take the place of your monthly self-breast exams."
  - [Gena Wright]
• "Fitness is not just about how many weights you can lift and how long you can run, it is definitely about the whole being."
  - [MiMi Melvin]
• "If your mind's not well, nothing else will be well."
  - [Gena Wright]
• "Some people say, 'I don't exercise every day.' All I need you to do is start one day."
  - [Gena Wright]
• "If people can build some type of wellness into their life and make it become a habit, things get better."
  - [Gena Wright]
• "You can't get to the finish line unless you get up off the couch."
  - [MiMi Melvin]

• [00:01] Intro
• [01:02] About our host, MiMi Melvin.
• [02:10] Meet today's guest, Gena Wright.
• [10:33] What is one thought you would want to impart regarding breast cancer?
• [14:44] How did working out change your life and how are you using it to change the lives of others today?
• [19:15] About Playa's Fit Club.
• [24:59] Gena's 8-mile run.
• [31:57] Final comments from Gena.

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