In today’s episode, Emily interviews Shane Vitko, founder/owner of Deviant Gentleman. He is Boston's own, now living in Los Angeles. Shane is a sober, Army veteran, ex-convict that turned a dream into a reality. They delve into his traumatic childhood and he bravely shares his personal struggles with identity.  They touch on his time in the military and the conflicts he faced once returning home. He goes deep into his time in prison and the turning point that changed his life! So, why not you? Get ready to learn how to break through your suit of armor, become less reactionary, and become the best version of yourself!   In this episode, you will learn: [3:52] His traumatic childhood from age 0-14.  [8:29] The value of having a sense of belonging. [10:30] His struggle with identity and experience at a mental ward. [15:39] His involvement serving his country. [19:45] The conflict of life’s purpose for veterans returning home. [22:42] The life and tales of a prison inmate. [30:05] His therapy experiences. [33:27] The turning point that changed his life. [37:42] How to break your suit of armor with breathwork. [40:14] How to become less reactionary. [45:53] His life purpose and what motivates him now.  [48:02] The origins of Deviant Gentlemen. [50:25] Why not you? [51:30] The Brit to his Boston. Related Links/Products Mentioned Candace Owens and Cardi B Drama With Guest @Emily Hayden | EP 015 Homecoming for Veterans The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

Evolve With Emily

EWE 101: Practicing Self Control and Breaking Your Suit of Armor with Shane Vitko

It is episode 100 of the Evolve with Emily show! In today’s solo episode, Emily recounts the highs and lows of her podcast journey so far. She answers listener questions and shares lessons learned over 100 episodes. So, get ready to learn the value of focusing on your why, staying true to yourself, daily excellence, and so much more!   In this episode you will learn: [1:32] Pursue the next best version of yourself. [3:12] Start with a purpose of connecting deeper to your audience. [5:47] The advantages of taking messy action. [7:59] Commit to a schedule and do not be afraid to feel weak. [10:55] Show up on your hard days. [13:08] When building your brand how do you not get overwhelmed and take the right steps? [15:00] How do you handle the fear and anxiety of not finding a life partner? [17:00] Emily’s “friend’s first” theory for dating. [19:28] What is next?!  [21:28] Why you should always have an open mind. [22:37] What helps her thrive? [23:46] How to build your brand online. [28:04] Was she scared to pursue the fitness industry? [29:27] Tips for stepping into action.  [30:36] Her ideal date. [31:32] How different are you from your past self? [35:48] There is a time to reap and a time to sow. [42:04] The benefits of choosing healthy outlets. [43:47] Why good deeds matter! [47:40] The value of kindness and changing the conversation. [52:07] Giveaway for Episode 100!   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 100: Lessons Learned Over 100 Episodes

In today’s solo episode, Emily starts by paying it forward with a prayer. She discusses some listener feedback and how it has helped her be more of service. She dives deep into a recent incident that tested her intuition, the importance of listening to your gut, and empowering yourself. So, get ready to open your mind, and reap the benefits from being present!   In this episode, you will learn: [0:25] Paying it forward with a prayer. [4:25] Listener feedback and being a vessel for good. [7:03] Why you should do good in silence.  [10:18] An incident that sparked Emily’s ‘survival’ intuition. [16:33] Key takeaways from the incident. [21:40] The value of situational awareness and investing in yourself. [24:43] Her hot take on the 1st Presidential Debate.  [28:15] Shedding light that we all think differently. [33:01] What is internally true. [34:12] The abundant future that you are looking for is found by being present today.    Related Links/Products Mentioned Fire Breaks Out At Homeless Encampment On Venice Beach Boardwalk   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 099: Trust Your Intuition No Matter What

In today’s solo episode Emily discusses the recent Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma. She begins where the problems lie with social media and the shocking data revealed. She dives deep into the impact it had on her and why she decided to start a 10-day challenge. So, get ready to challenge yourself, and reap the benefits from being present!   In this episode, you will learn: [1:55] Where the problems lie with social media.  [4:37] The shocking data from the documentary. [5:35] How can we do better? [7:49] A HUGE red flag for parents.  [8:12] The impact it had on Emily and why she has started a 10-day challenge. [12:53] What she hopes to accomplish? [14:08] Call to action! Take the challenge yourself! [16:35] The benefits of being present. [18:23] Emily wants to hear from you!    Related Links/Products Mentioned 1st Phorm - YouTube The Social Dilemma | Netflix Official Site   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 098: The Social Dilemma

In today’s solo episode Emily covers multiple heavy topics on her mind. She begins with reminiscing on her podcast journey so far and how she has evolved. She dives deep into demanding the best out of ourselves and why we cannot judge others based on other people’s actions. You will learn why timing is everything and why we should always stand up for what we believe in.    In this episode, you’ll learn: [0:30] How Emily has evolved since starting this podcast journey. [6:14] There is ALWAYS room for growth. [9:43] The importance of asking for constructive feedback from your core group. [12:11] How to keep yourself accountable. [14:30] The value of educating yourself. [16:42] How to handle conflict. [21:30] Why you should choose kindness and patience first.  [27:00] How to choose the hard option and BE the bigger person. [28:13] You are NOT responsible for anyone else’s words or beliefs, but your own! [31:57] How to qualify what you believe is true. [44:07] How we are meant to go through life together, not alone. [46:15] There is peace on the other side.    Related Links/Products Mentioned Candace Owens and Cardi B Drama with Emily Hayden | EP 015   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 097: Choosing a Lifestyle of Evolving

In today’s episode, Emily interviews Tawna Eubanks-McCoy. A professional bikini competitor for 8+ years and fitness model. Her online training programs are designed to add toned muscle to create the shape and curves you want, make you physically stronger, and help get rid of unwanted excess body fat in the process. Emily and Tawna discuss her journey from athlete to competing on stage. They dive into her odyssey to becoming pro and the inner mindset of being a competitor. Tawna opens up on her near-death experience and her grueling path to recovery. So, tune in and learn the valuable lesson of doing your own research!   Episode Highlights: [2:02] Her journey from athlete to competing on stage.  [14:13] Her odyssey to becoming pro. [17:11] Understanding the reality that every show is a clean slate. [21:10] The scary explosion of health issues she encountered. [36:13] Her grueling path to recovery. [46:20] Call to action. Do your research!  [49:16] Her current projects and what she is most excited about. [54:20] What types of online services does she offer? Connect with Tawna! IG: @tawnaeubanksmccoy FB: Tawna Eubanks McCoy YouTube: Tawna Eubanks Website: Tawna Eubanks  --- Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness   My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 096: Going Pro and the Challenging Journey of Mind and Body with Tawna Eubanks-McCoy

In today’s episode, Emily interviews Hope Allen, aka the Legging Queen. They dive into all things YouTube and how she creates and edits her videos. She opens up about her personal life and current fitness goals. They discuss the importance of pushing yourself past your limits and how it’s not just about the physical thing you are doing, but the mental discipline it takes to get there. So, let’s go ahead and get started, tune in, and get your pen and paper ready!   Episode Highlights: [1:00] How the legging queen almost became the accountant queen. [5:05] Why she wants the good, bad, and the ugly.  [7:20] Making editing fun again.  [9:02] Tips and tools to begin your journey. [11:33] What does the legging queen do in her free time? [12:14] Couple goals. [15:52] What got her into fitness? [17:00] Her experience doing the #75Hard Challenge. [23:10] Her favorite cheat meal. [23:55] What was her first job? [24:50] Any siblings? [25:05] Her go-to athleisure brands. [27:05] Is she salty or sweet? [27:37] What does the future look like for Hope?   Connect with Hope! IG: @hopescope YouTube: HopeScope Website: Shop Hope Scope --- Connect with Emily! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 095: Hope "Scope" Allen, the Legging Queen

In today’s episode, Emily sits down with Brian Teach, wholesale manager of 1st Phorm, father of two, former bodybuilder and current transformation coach. They discuss Brian’s new podcast and how it aims to make the diet and nutrition space simple. They delve into his coaching method, his ideal client, and the importance of visualizing your goals to make it real for yourself. You will learn about the accountability factor, the value of good sleep, the concept of muscle maturity, and why you should focus on progression, not perfection. So, let’s go ahead and get started, tune in, and get your pen and paper ready!   Episode Highlights: [1:00] Making the diet and nutrition space simple. [4:44] The evolution of Brian Teach.  [7:14] The benefits of having a coach. [9:25] A little insight into his coaching method. [12:10] Getting there the RIGHT way and not the fastest way. [14:18] A book can change your life. [22:18] The accountability factor. [23:44] Don’t outwork a bad day. [25:11] The importance of sleep for muscle building and fat loss. [31:11] The concept of muscle maturity in all aspects of your life. [34:11] Brian’s BIG goals. [35:36] 1st Phorm, helping one person at a time. [38:12] Educating and empowering the masses on getting comfortable with fitness. [43:40] We all get better with age!   Connect with Brian! IG: @teachbrian Podcast: Peanut Butter Jelly Time   Related Links/Products Mentioned Fortitude – Book by Dan Crenshaw Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself – Book by Dr. Joe Dispenza Becoming Supernatural – Book by Dr. Joe Dispenza My TransPHORMation App | 1st Phorm --- Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   *Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 094: Progression, Not Perfection with Brian Teach

In today’s solo episode it’s all about decision making. Emily is here today to tell you to stop waiting for confirmation to do the things you know you need to do.  Why we must step away from the right and wrong model and trust our intuition. She defines what it means to go full force with “No Plan B” and why your identity isn’t in the roles you take up with society. So, let’s go ahead and get started, tune in, and get your pen and paper ready!   Episode Outline: [1:37] Define your worst-case scenario. [2:40] Everyone is on their OWN journey. [4:00] Take action!  [5:40] Go towards opportunity, growth, and the unknown.  [6:54] Go away from comfort and the familiar.  [8:16] Go full force with “No Plan B.”  [15:23] Call to Action! What will your life look like 4 months from now? [17:25] Nothing in this life is permanent. [23:13] Challenge yourself and explore.    Resources: Fortitude: American Resilience in the Era of Outrage – Book by Dan Crenshaw --- Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   “Bay Breeze” music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 093: No Plan B

In today’s solo episode Emily starts with an update on her life and where she is at. She gives her outlook/perspective on current world events and then takes a deep dive into 5 different outlets that she has identified when she feels overwhelmed. She teaches us the value of being hyper self-aware when out of balance to show up as your best self. So, let’s go ahead and get started, tune in, and get your pen and paper ready!   In this episode, you’ll learn: [1:01] It’s push season! [6:13] Pay attention to what’s occurring to produce the best life you want to live. [10:40] 5 healthy outlets to deal with stress and anxiety.  [11:20] #1 - If you want to change your mind, change your state. [12:29] #2 – The importance of being vulnerable with a friend.  [15:02] #3 – Laugh often. [16:44] #4 – The value of being of service. [17:56] #5 – The benefits of unplugging. [19:20] Bonus: The importance of having a spiritual practice. [20:40] Call to Action! --- Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workouts & Nutrition Programs   My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!     *Bay Breez music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 092: 5 Healthy Outlets to Deal with Stress and Anxiety

In today's solo episode Emily starts out with five things that she wants you to do today, then she shares about being a great problem solver and why it can be really beneficial in your life and then also teaches us how to lean into the pain in life and why that process is so important for growth. So let's go ahead and get started, tune in and get your pen and paper ready!   In this episode, you’ll learn: How to ground yourself in any way that you can How to get into the feeling of gratitude  Why doing a random act of kindness is better when you don't tell anyone about it The importance of speaking LIFE into those around you Why challenging yourself to do something you do not want to do today is essential And so much more!   --- Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs    My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   "Bay Breeze" music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 091: How to Become a Better Problem Solver

Join Emily Hayden and Kayla Fassio as they talk about Physical Fitness and Ketogenic. Kayla gives us more information about their way of coaching and training people so they can improve  their overall health fitness. They discuss people’s lifestyle and Kayla’s amazing business journey. Let’s all listen intently and be inspired!   In this episode, you’ll learn: That keeping a healthy lifestyle is a necessity for our lives Having a person who can give you encouragement can be life-changing How to recognize different perspectives to control your emotions More about meditating, and how it can also help emotional awareness To give importance to yourself first, and that’s actually a must!   ~   Kayla trained with a trainer twice a week, did fasted cardio every morning, stuck to her meal plan and worked out on her own. Needless to say, SHE LOVED the changes in her body, she felt light as a feather, she had a great midsection that no matter what she ate she always had them. She had amazing energy, her skin was clear and she loved what she saw in the mirror.    That was November 2014 and what she credits with starting her career in fitness. She sticks to her clean meal plan probably about 80% of the time now and saves 20% when she goes to events or parties! She’s definitely not perfect when it comes to that but she also did a small bulk where she was using the bad foods she ate to fuel her workouts. If she had pizza or a burger, she would make sure to do legs or back the next day to use it to lift harder. She has pushed and pushed herself on weight, going higher than she ever thought she could reach. She doesn't let the weights intimidate her. She has curves and lean muscle, all by changing up her diet, lifting heavy, and always keeping it interesting with new workouts. ~   You can find Kayla Fassio on… Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growtoglo/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kaylafassio/  Website http://www.kaylafassiofit.com/  --- Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs    My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   "Bay Breeze" music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 090: Little By Little, a Little Becomes a Lot with Kayla Fassio

Today we're going to dive into the method of thinking that categorizes everything into right or wrong, living from a place of judgment and how that judgment first and foremost starts with yourself. See, the truth is the way that you treat yourself is often how you're going to treat other people. So I don't know who needed to hear that, who needed to know that mistake you just made this morning, yesterday, this past weekend, earlier, whatever "wrong decision" that you felt you've made I am here to tell you that you're not unworthy, you're not a failure, you're not bad, you're not defective, you're not a loser, you're not any of those things.  But... certain things MUST evolve.   ---   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs    My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   "Bay Breeze" music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 089: These Things MUST Evolve

Prosperity... what does that word mean to you? To me, it is a lifestyle that is comprised of five components; spiritual fullness, physical well-being, mental soundness, social friendships, and financial well-being. Physical well-being; being physically healthy and strong mental soundness, so having a strong mental mindset being clear, having your mental health in check. Social friendships, i.e. having beautiful friends around you that are true friends and not people that flake out and not people that leave when it's hard or can’t  go through conflict with you but those true, true friendships. Also, financial wellbeing and being able to provide for yourself and for others and have the things that you need all the necessities of life and not being held back from that but truly having financial freedom. Having freedom in being able to provide for yourself and live the life that you want to live and then, including all of these things is also spiritual fullness.   ---   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs    My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   "Bay Breeze" music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 088: What a Life of Prosperity Means

Everyone always seems to say, "Believe in yourself." But what people don't realize is that it's not easy to walk in the path that you chose. I want to share my personal journey to show you what it's like to trust in your values. Hopefully, you can take something out of this to help you in walking along in your adventure.    In this episode, you'll learn: Believing that you're worthy of success. Not listening to the people who don't believe in you. Making sure that you're in alignment with yourself. It's alright to course-correct! If things fail the first time, don't give up just yet. Getting to the best version of yourself includes making mistakes. There are no shortcuts to success! And much more!   ---   Connect with me! Instagram | YouTube | Workout & Nutrition Programs    My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness  My favorite ready-made healthy meals www.iconmeals.com and use code EHFIT to save $$$!   "Bay Breeze" music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

EWE 087: Your Own Journey

Hi there! My name is Emily Hayden and I am an IFBB Bikini Pro, fitness and lifestyle influencer and YouTuber. This podcast will help me as much as (I hope) it will help you by bringing awareness into key areas of fitness, nutrition, personal development, and both interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships so we can FULLY EVOLVE into living our best life.

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