Perfectly Imperfect Podcast

Episode 5: Overcoming Barriers

Have you ever felt the sense that you are prevented from getting past an obstacle or a Barrier? It can be difficult sometimes and challenging to get over the hump of progressing with any setback that might come across at some point. It's easy to pin point the issues and the circumstances of what might be pulling you back but the most important thing about Barriers is that they can also become into your most important tool to grow and build around it. This is one of the few episodes we focus and touch on different topics besides Fitness, so give this episode a listen and let's expand on the importance of growth and success!

Episode 4: Training Frequency and Integrating Different Styles of Training

Have you ever had the feeling of being lost or sense of being clueless when you go into the gym? Has there ever been a process of debating what Training Style best suits you? Just because someone else does a specific style of training, It doesn't mean it might be the right direction for yourself. One thing that we must be able to do is follow a sense of enjoyment through our workouts and also have a little understanding of what style of training best suits YOU and only for YOU. There are many different ways to train and workout for specific goals you may want to meet but the biggest thing you may want to keep in mind is asking yourself, "Is this the right approach for me?". In Episode 5, i talk a little bit about the importance of Training Frequency, Integrating different styles of training and also discuss a little bit about the OPT model, which is discussed and mentioned by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and how it can be applied to Anybody and how it can approach a way for those who are beginners when it comes to training, a step by step process of being able to train in different levels of training and how crucial it is to see different concepts of training, especially if you have different goals.

Episode 3: Social Media and it's Impact on the Fitness & Health Industry

In this week's Episode, i go in detail and discuss about the importance of Social Media and how in today's society, we are all Influenced by others of what trend to follow or ideology when it comes to Training, Living a healthier Lifestyle and seeking for progress. Have you ever felt like you compare yourself to others based off a post? Do you ever get a sense that sometimes your best isn't always the best that you are doing? Social Media has created an impact in many lives where it can be used as a tool for the great of good and often times it can also be used as a weapon against other's perspective on others and even within themselves. I discuss about the positives and negatives of Social Media, how "Enthusiasts"often times send the wrong message toward their audience and the psychological and mental effects the online world can have an impact and alter people's view when it comes to Body Imaging and how it can even develop a disoder. Of course, just as any other topic and issue we discuss about on here, there is always room for improvement and for perfection! Let's have a conversation and cover how to prevail issues and topics like these!

Episode 2: Nutrition, Energy Levels and it's effects on Health Diseases

Have you ever wondered why Obesity has been a huge topic and issue that has affected so many people in the United States, and globally for that matter? Obesity has been considered as one of the "Silent Killers" that the healthcare System has faced tremendously and which has Invested over 150 billion dollars annually on resources and funding to tackle the Issue. The question that we should be asking in regards to this topic is, Why has this become an epidemic and how can we overcome an issue that can silently creep up on anybody at anytime? Obesity has been considered as one of the biggest health diseases that has affected so many people in the United States, and Globally for that matter. Obesity has also been such a severe issue, that it has also been impact in the local communities, and even the Youth due to the lack of Resources, Education and funding for more options and possibilities with Recreational Programs. In this Episode, I discuss about one of the main silent killers, which is Obesity, talk about some of the issues that has been partially the reason(s) what has been causing this issue in smaller communities and how we can create the smallest decisions and solutions in overcoming and avoiding from becoming a statistic when it comes to Obesity.

Episode 1: Creating a Comforting and Healthier Environment

Have you ever felt Uncomfortable or Intimidated in a Fitness setting where you feel some sort of feeling that you may not feel welcoming? That's okay. We all have been there before and can agree that Public Environment Settings can be intimidating and cause some sort of Anxiety for many of us. In our very First Episode, I will discuss about the importance of an Environment, why you should feel comfortable in your own space and how to overcome any setting that may cause discomfort. I also discuss about the importance of Habits and why behavior plays a role in our every day life and how we perform. This Episode is all about being true to ourselves and seeking guidance to find peace within our Environment. If you guys have any questions or Suggestions, please reach out to me at: https://www.instagram.com/dmachuca93/