Women’s Weightlifting, Confidence & Community | Costa Mesa Pod

Women’s Weightlifting, Confidence & Community | Costa Mesa Pod

In this episode of The Costa Mesa Pod, Holly McDonald sits down with Michelle, founder of J’Adore Body Studio, to talk about her fitness journey, losing 60 pounds, building confidence through weightlifting, and creating a women-focused fitness community in Costa Mesa. From entrepreneurship and wellness to strength training and mindset, this conversation highlights the passion and purpose behind one of Costa Mesa’s unique local businesses.

Love Costa Mesa Day Recap

From local small businesses and community organizations to neighbors coming together, Love Costa Mesa Day was all about celebrating what makes our city special. Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported local vendors, and helped make a positive impact in our community. #LoveCostaMesa #CostaMesa #SupportLocal #CommunityFirst #SmallBusiness

Bringing Chiropractic Care Home with Sarah Cathers

In this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, Holly McDonald chats with Sarah Cathers of Sunrise Movement Chiropractic about redefining chiropractic care through a mobile, patient-centered approach. Sarah shares how she built a flexible business that aligns with her values as both a healthcare provider and mom, while helping clients throughout Orange County improve mobility, nervous system health, and overall wellness.  The conversation covers gentle chiropractic techniques, healing after surgery, stress and inflammation, aging actively, and why movement truly is “lotion” for the body. Sarah also opens up about what inspired her to become a chiropractor after witnessing firsthand how chiropractic care helped her late husband recover from chronic pain following a motorcycle accident.  A thoughtful conversation about movement, resilience, entrepreneurship, and caring for your body through every season of life.

Inside Love Costa Mesa Day | Community, Connection & Impact

In this episode, we’re talking about Love Costa Mesa Day and the incredible impact community involvement can have. From service projects and donation drives to supporting local schools and foster youth, this conversation highlights how even small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference. We discuss the story behind Love Costa Mesa Day, ways to get involved, and why authentic community connection is what makes Costa Mesa so special. A conversation full of inspiration, heart, and practical ways to give back locally.

The Costa Mesa Pod - Love Costa Mesa Day - A Family Tradition!

Love Costa Mesa Day is a city-wide volunteer day coming up on Saturday, May 16. I had the pleasure of interviewing Jill & Jonathan Dease on The Costa Mesa Pod about their years of service and how they've brought their kids into the tradition. Unexpected bonuses for their kids included: -Volunteer hours -Confidence -Leadership skills What a great way for families to do something together & help the community too! If you want to join the fun, there are plenty of projects to sign up for - that will work for all age ranges and skill levels! Want to volunteer? Here's a link to sign up a project: https://portal.goldenvolunteer.com/dos/IM5RckbaHl?%24web_only=true&_branch_match_id=1124556651805762964&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXr9BLz0nJ08vM10%2FVr0oOqIyMMgkLMkiyrytKTUstKsrMS49PKsovL04tsnXOKMrPTQUAooGpKDkAAAA%3D 🔗 Connect with me: 📍 Facebook: facebook.com/costamesarealestatehollymcdonald/ 📍 Instagram: instagram.com/realtorhollymcdonald/ 📍 Twitter/X: x.com/Hollymcdonaldoc 📍 TikTok: tiktok.com/@thehollymcdonald 🏡 Buyers: realtorhollymcdonald.com/buyers 💰 Sellers: realtorhollymcdonald.com/home-valuation 📧 Email: RealtorHollyMcDonald@gmail.com 📞 Call/Text: +1 714-928-4682