Burnout Isn't About Working Harder | Kristy Kuhl

Burnout Isn't About Working Harder | Kristy Kuhl

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t lack of skill, opportunity, or intelligence—but fear of what other people will think?In this episode of the LivBtr Podcast, Jay Siano sits down with high-performance coach Kristy Kuhl to explore the mindset, habits, and self-trust required to perform at the highest level without burning out or losing yourself in the process.After building a successful corporate career and leading elite sales teams, Kristy realized that financial freedom alone doesn’t create fulfillment. She now helps entrepreneurs and executives unlock alignment, confidence, and sustainable high performance.This episode is a powerful conversation about leadership, identity, and the courage to change direction when your life no longer feels aligned.🔥 Topics include:• Leadership and alignment• Self-trust and decision-making• High-performance habits that actually work• Overcoming fear of judgment• Designing your next season of life• Why most people never reach their full potentialSubscribe for more conversations with leaders, founders, and high performers who are redefining what it means to LivBtr.Connect with KristyWebsite: https://kristykuhl.com/Instagram: @kristy_kuhlYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristykuhlLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-kuhl-84650b41/Who is Kristy KuhlKristy Kuhl is a high-performance and well-being coach, speaker, and trusted advisor to entrepreneurs, executives, and high-achieving leaders. After an award-winning 15-year career in the medical device industry, where she led top-performing sales teams and helped launch disruptive healthcare technologies, Kristy made the bold decision to leave corporate success behind to build a life fully aligned with her values. Today, through her private coaching and group programs, she helps ambitious professionals develop unshakable self-trust, clarity, and momentum so they can perform at the highest level without sacrificing fulfillment. Kristy’s work blends psychological insight, strategic thinking, and practical action to help leaders create lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside.=========================Find us on the following platforms:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sabre_advisors/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SABREadvisors/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/SabrerealestateLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/sabre-real-estate/Official Website - http://sabre.life/

How Kelly Cole Transformed Fitness with Time Under Tension

Welcome to the LivBtr Podcast , where high-performers get real about growth, grit, and going all in. In this episode, Jay Siano sits down with fitness entrepreneur, Brooklyn mom of two, and his good friend Kelly Cole, former SLT instructor and creator of the Time Under Tension method. 🔥 This episode goes all in on: • How Kelly went from recruiting to the NYC fitness scene (NASM certified + pre/postnatal specialist) • Why Megaformer Pilates was the first time she truly felt the right muscles working • Getting mentored through SLT training (including her experience with Tracy Kalinski) • How the pandemic + pregnancy pushed her to create what she couldn’t find at home • What “Time Under Tension” really is: strength training + Pilates-style slow control + cardio, with tempo changes • Why she’s big on form, breath, mind-muscle connection, and modifications/progressions to train smarter and avoid injury • Her take on heated workouts vs. sweating from effort • Real-life wellness habits: walking, rest days, and a realistic approach to nutrition • Alcohol now vs. college, and using THC beverages as her wind-down choice Whether you’re into fitness, building a business, or just trying to live better, this episode breaks down what it takes to create a method, stay consistent, and get stronger from the inside out.🔗 Connect with KellyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkellycole/TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@iamkellycoleWebsite: https://www.iamkellycole.com/💬 Loved this episode?Drop a comment with your favorite takeaway, and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations that push you to LivBtr.Meet Kelly:Fitness entrepreneur, Kelly Cole, has over a decade of competitive cheerleading under her belt, six-plus years in the NYC fitness scene, and certifications as a NASM personal trainer and pre/postnatal specialist. She’s always been an athlete, but during the pandemic she found herself craving something different—something that combined the slow, precise burn of pilates with the heavy resistance she loved from the Megaformer.When she couldn’t find it, she built it. That’s how her signature method, Time Under Tension, was born—a blend of strength training, pilates, and cardio that’s all about form, connection, and actually activating the right muscles to get results. Kelly’s approach is less ‘You got this!’ cheerleading, and more ‘Here’s how to get this’. with detailed cueing and smart programming that make you feel like you’re getting a personal training session, even in a group or on-demand workout.From teaching at SLT to running her own on-demand library, Kelly’s helping people train smarter, avoid injury, and get stronger from the inside out.=========================Find us on the following platforms:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sabre_advisors/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SABREadvisors/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/SabrerealestateLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/sabre-real-estate/Official Website - http://sabre.life/

Inside Orangetheory® Fitness : Leadership, Longevity, and the Future of Fitness

What happens when world-class brand leadership meets real conversations about longevity, discipline, and living better for longer? In this episode of the Liv BTR Podcast, host Jay Siano sits down with Lauren Cody, Brand President of Orangetheory® Fitness, for a powerful, wide-ranging conversation about fitness, leadership, recovery, and the future of health. Lauren brings 25+ years of executive experience transforming iconic global brands, including McDonald's (Global VP & CEO of Norway), Panera Bread, and now Orangetheory® Fitness, where she’s helping lead one of the world’s most innovative, science-backed fitness communities. Together, Jay and Lauren go far beyond the workout. They dive into: * Why Orangetheory® Fitness is the “multivitamin of fitness” * How discipline—not motivation—drives excellence * The real connection between movement, mental health, and cognitive longevity * Why recovery, sleep, and stretching are the missing links * The truth about VO₂ max, grip strength, and aging well * Cold plunges, saunas, weight vests, and what actually works * How fitness, policy, and healthcare must evolve—together LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-c-cody [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-c-cody] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangetheory/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/orangetheory/?hl=en] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@orangetheory [https://www.tiktok.com/@orangetheory] More about Lauren Cody: Lauren Cody is a results-driven leader with over 25 years of experience transforming iconic consumer brands and leading businesses through pivotal moments of growth and innovation. As Brand President of Orangetheory® Fitness, a Purpose Brands company, Lauren is focused on strengthening the brand’s position as one of the world’s largest and most innovative group fitness brands while driving demand and long-term success for franchise partners and studios worldwide.   Throughout her career, Lauren has proven her ability to revitalize brands, elevate customer experiences, and fuel international expansion. Her leadership spans global powerhouses like McDonald’s, where she served as Global Vice President of Insights and Analytics and CEO of McDonald’s Norway, leading a market turnaround that delivered over 20% top-line growth in just three years. She has also held executive roles at Panera Bread and AlerisLife, where she developed and executed strategies to increase customer engagement, optimize operations, and drive sustainable growth.  Lauren’s expertise in multi-unit operations, franchise systems, and customer strategy uniquely positioned her to lead Orangetheory into its next chapter. She is committed to enhancing the member experience, evolving Orangetheory’s science-backed, technology-tracked group fitness program, and ensuring that every studio thrives in today’s dynamic fitness landscape. With a focus on delivering results-driven workouts led by expert coaches, she is dedicated to reinforcing Orangetheory’s mission of helping people live longer, more vibrant lives.   Beyond her executive leadership, Lauren has served on multiple boards, including Swensons Drive-In Restaurants and Domino’s Pizza Norway. She is also the founder of Mosaic Caregiving Solutions, a platform dedicated to supporting family caregivers. Lauren holds an MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management and a BA&S from West Virginia University. She is passionate about empowering people to live better for longer—making her the ideal leader to drive Orangetheory’s continued innovation and global success.

From Peloton to Personal Power: Rebecca Kennedy on What It Really Means to Be Strong

Welcome to the LivBtr Podcast — where high-performers get real about growth, grit, and going all in. In this episode, Jay Siano (CEO of SABRE) sits down with the one and only Rebecca Kennedy — Peloton Strength & Tread instructor, founder of RK Solid, and all-around badass redefining what strength really means.🔥 This episode is a high-energy, heart-forward conversation about: * Why discipline is better than motivation (and how to build it daily) * The evolution of boutique fitness and Peloton’s rise * Active recovery, real routines, and the hydration habits that matter * Navigating body image, food freedom, and identity in the wellness space * Jay’s sober journey — and how removing alcohol built the life he actually wanted * Building confidence by becoming your own best friend (not your biggest critic) Whether you're in fitness, business, or just trying to live better, this conversation is packed with real talk, practical tools, and major mindset shifts. ____________________________ About Rebecca Kennedy Rebecca Kennedy is a powerhouse in the fitness world, known for her strength-first philosophy and infectious energy. Since 2017, she’s been a standout instructor at Peloton, where she’s helped hundreds of thousands transform their bodies and minds through movement. She’s also a Nike Master Trainer, former NFL cheerleader, and founder of RK Solid, her signature strength training brand.Her unapologetic approach to wellness blends self-love, recovery, and resilience. Whether she’s teaching on the Tread or preaching “Hot People Drink Water,” Rebecca is redefining what it means to be strong—inside and out. 🔗 Connect with Rebecca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccakennedynyc Peloton: https://peloton.com/instructors/rebecca-kennedy Website: https://rebeccakennedyfitness.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rkennedy08 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rebeccakennedynyc 💬 Loved this episode? Drop a comment with your favorite takeaway, and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations that push you to LivBtr. #LivBtrPodcast #RebeccaKennedy #JaySiano #Peloton #DisciplineOverMotivation #ActiveRecovery #RKSolid #HotPeopleDrinkWater #FitnessMindset #SobrietyJourney #WellnessWithoutFilters #EntrepreneurLife #LivBetter

LivBTR with: Giselle Ugarte

Welcome to the LivBtr Podcast — where high-performers get real about growth, grit, and going all in. In this episode, Jay Siano (CEO of SABRE) sits down with the one and only Giselle Ugarte — performance coach, content creator, and founder of The Talent Brokerage, the first real estate talent bureau of its kind. This episode is a raw, unfiltered conversation about: * Building confidence by embracing insecurity * The danger of hiding behind digital (and emotional) filters * Sobriety, self-awareness, and Jay’s personal transformation * How Giselle’s health crisis redefined her relationship with content, perfection, and visibility * Lessons from the Gary Vee ecosystem — and why your next big break might not be who you think Whether you're in real estate, content creation, entrepreneurship, or just ready to level up, this is the conversation that might just shift your entire mindset. About the Giselle Giselle Ugarte is a renowned performance coach, content creator, and top motivational speaker with a specialty in helping modern leaders show up boldly—online and off. She’s the founder of The Talent Brokerage, the first-ever real estate talent bureau representing influential brokers and creators for brand partnerships, media, and stages. With over 500K followers and 100M+ views, Giselle’s earned recognition from TikTok’s Top 100 Women to Watch, and features in AdWeek, Forbes, The Hollywood Reporter, and more. Before coaching, she was a live TV and radio host for E!, Entertainment Tonight, ESPNU, and others. She’s a proud Latina, USC Trojan, lifelong Special Olympics volunteer, and the kind of coach who says what needs to be said—with love and fire. 🔗 Connect with Giselle Instagram: https://instagram.com/giselleugarte [https://instagram.com/giselleugarte] TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@giselleugarte [https://tiktok.com/@giselleugarte] LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/giselleugarte [ https://linkedin.com/in/giselleugarte] Talent Brokerage: https://thetalenbrokerage.com [https://thetalenbrokerage.com] 💬 Loved this episode? Drop a comment with your favorite takeaway, and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations that push you to LivBtr. #LivBtrPodcast #GiselleUgarte #JaySiano #Confidence #RealEstate #PerformanceCoach #EntrepreneurMindset #NoFilter #SobrietyJourney #ContentCreation #PersonalGrowth