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| How to Get Back Into Your Routine | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:47:22 | |
In today's episode, I brain dump on you my historically bad month of August with getting completely out of routine. From eating out almost every day to only getting in a few days of activity in August and then getting sick for almost two weeks, August was a TOUGH ONE. I share with you my mentality on how to get back into routine when I get out of it and things I do to set myself up for success. My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #15 | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:45:13 | |
Back with another Bestie Tales where I share stories from YOU! Today we have a The Virgin Mary Tales, controlling boyfriends, gardening issues, and much more! TLF ApparelThis episode is sponsored by TLF Apparel. Use code "TLF-SOPHIAP" to save 15% on your order! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| California Sober + Figuring Out My Relationship With Alcohol | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:53:03 | |
I have been navigating my journey with alcohol in my life and recently have tried living a "California Sober" lifestyle, aka I have removed alcohol but have been enjoying other things instead! This has helped my mental health and physical health significantly when it comes to going out and living a balanced lifestyle, and I'm excited to share it with you. My fitness app: | |||
| Summertime Chat: Self-Love and Feeling Confident During the Summer | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:38:57 | |
In honor of summertime, I think it's time to chat about how to feel confident and practice self-love during this time of the year. Remember that no one is judging you as hard as yourself! My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #12 | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:40:41 | |
Back with another Bestie Tales where we share stories brought to us by YOU! Today we have a scary dating story, advice for Chooch, never trusting the fart, and much more! This episode is sponsored by TLF Apparel. Use code "TLF-SOPHIAP" to save 15% on your order! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| All Things PCOS, Healing Your Hormones Naturally, and Wellness with Gracie Norton | 26 Jun 2024 | 01:03:45 | |
Today we sit down and chat with wellness and lifestyle influencer Gracie Norton about her journey with PCOS, how she healed her hormones naturally, and her best wellness tips! My fitness app: | |||
| Looking Into Your Deep Health | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:55:00 | |
In this episode, we are going to chat about a new way to look at what being healthy means for you. Looking into what your deep health looks like can make a huge impact on your health and wellness journey. Once I started paying attention to my deep health, everything started to make more sense! My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #11 | 14 Jun 2024 | 00:49:22 | |
Back with another Bestie Tales episode where we share stories brought to us by YOU! Today we have group friendship drama, low libido advice, jealousy within female relationships, waiting for your man to pop the question, and more. My fitness app: | |||
| What Is Sisterhood? ft. Chooch | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:49:17 | |
Sisterhood is the best thing in the world, it's like a built in best friend who drives you absolutely nuts by stealing your clothes without asking! In this episode we give you a little peak into what sisterhood was like for me and Chooch as well as updating you on Chooch's newest healthy habit. My fitness app: | |||
| Catch Up + R.E.P.O.R.T | 02 Jun 2024 | 00:53:59 | |
Back with another R.E.P.O.R.T aka what I'm reading, eating, playing, obsessing, recommending, and treating! I fear y'all were right about the book update I am about to give y'all. GrandeLash-MDUse code “BESTIECHATS” at checkout to save 15% off your entire Grande Cosmetics order. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #10 | 31 May 2024 | 00:57:53 | |
Back with more Bestie Tales - stories brought to us by YOU!! This week we have friendship drama, birth control chats, and how to manage negative self-talk. My fitness app: | |||
| How Cycle Tracking Looks Years Later | 28 May 2024 | 00:46:36 | |
In today's episode, we chat about how cycle tracking looks three and a half years later in my life. The learning curve for tracking your cycle the first year is BIG and may seem a little overwhelming, but it looks much different years later. I now know my body better than ever and I share all the details in this episode! I also share an embarrassing moment that happened last week and an update on my menstrual disc journey. GrandeLash-MDUse code “BESTIECHATS” at checkout to save 15% off your entire Grande Cosmetics order. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| Main Character Energy: Chatting Insecurities and Girlhood | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:40:58 | |
I had the best interaction with a woman the other day, so much so that I feel inspired to chat about it. Crazy how your insecurities can be another person's goals and vice versa. I challenge all the besties to compliment another girlie this week - it may be uncomfortable at first but you'd be surprised how much a little kindness can spread so much happiness! My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #9 | 23 May 2024 | 00:42:49 | |
Back with another Bestie Tales where I share stories brought to us by YOU! We also catch up on the cicada outbreak here in Nashville and what books I am currently reading. My fitness app: | |||
| All Things Personal Training, Business, and Girlhood ft. Gina Lenoci | 20 May 2024 | 01:06:00 | |
In today's episode we have special guest, my good friend and assistant coach, Gina Lenoci! We chat all about what it is like owning a business, online coaching and personal training, and struggles woman face in their twenties. Use code “BESTIECHATS” at checkout to save 15% off your entire Grande Cosmetics order. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| WE'RE ENGAGED! | 13 May 2024 | 01:01:04 | |
The cat is out of the bag...WE ARE ENGAGED!!! In this episode, Nash and I will spill all the tea on the engagement. Did I know it was going to happen? How was I wearing all white? Did I know I was getting this ring? Use code “BESTIECHATS” at checkout to save 15% off your entire Grande Cosmetics order. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| "People Hate Happy Women" | 06 May 2024 | 00:26:40 | |
This past week I watched a new cheesy romance movie and there was a quote that stuck out to me in regard to women and their happiness. In this episode, we chat about friendships with females, relationships, and growing in your twenties. GrandeLash-MDUse code “BESTIECHATS” at checkout to save 15% off your entire Grande Cosmetics order. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #8 | 01 May 2024 | 00:32:01 | |
This weeks Bestie Tales is inspired by our recent conversations about womanhood. These are YOUR stories and perspectives on how YOU all feel about womanhood. Thank you always for sharing your stories! This episode is sponsored by TLF Apparel. Use code "TLF-SOPHIAP" to save 15% on your order! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| The Gateway to Womanhood | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:36:40 | |
You know when you see a picture of yourself and you're like, "Who the F is that?" I had one of those moments last weekend where I saw a picture of myself and realized my body has changed. Every since turning 25, I feel like I have entered the gateway to womanhood, and we are going to chat all about that in today's episode. GrandeLash-MDUse code “BESTIECHATS” at checkout to save 15% off your entire Grande Cosmetics order. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| 12 Questions Women are Afraid to Ask Men ft. Nash Rudy | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:58:57 | |
Welcoming back our favorite guest, Nash Rudy! In this episode, we catchup with Nash and chat about one of my most asked questions: A man's perspective on how to keep the spark alive in a relationship. We also will cover 12 questions women are afraid to ask men...and some of these are SPICY! My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #7 | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:37:43 | |
Bestie Tales is back and better than ever with your host Sophia Panella and new co-host Francesca Panella, aka "Chooch". A segment of Bestie Chats with Soph, Bestie Tales is where Sophia and Chooch share stories that are sent in by YOU. My fitness app: | |||
| I Have a Confession | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:48:01 | |
I have a confession to make....I struggle with being chronically online. In today's episode we are going to dive deep into social media and how being chronically online can impact us. I open up about my current mental health struggles with social media right now and ways we can set boundaries with it. My fitness app: | |||
| Pay Attention to How People Affect Your Energy | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:34:30 | |
Something is in the air this week and I feel like I have to share this advice with you all - pay attention to how certain individuals or friend groups affect your energy. I encourage you to get in-tune with your energetic side and really assess how you FEEL after you hang out with certain people. I also will give you some more advice on friendships and my attitude towards new friendships now! My fitness app: | |||
| How to Set Realistic Goals | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:48:33 | |
Many of us unintentionally set ourselves up for failure with the goals we try to achieve. We are going to chat about how to set realistic and attainable goals. The more you achieve the small goals, the more you will be able to achieve the big goals. My fitness app: | |||
| Catch Up + R.E.P.O.R.T ft. Chooch | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:58:27 | |
Catch up with me and my older sister Francesca aka Chooch! We chat about how we are liking Nashville, Chooch's dating life, and much more. We also have been seeing this fun trend go around where we give you all a R.E.P.O.R.T. on what we are reading, eating, playing, obsessing, recommending and treating. Stay tuned at the very end of the episode for TWO very big announcements! My fitness app: | |||
| Finding Confidence Through Knowledge and Appreciation | 18 Mar 2024 | 00:40:31 | |
Learning to love your body from the inside out as a woman is one of the most difficult things we can do. A lot of our confidence is based off our physical appearance and what we see in the mirror. There are so many different stages of life we go through as women and learning to love our bodies through each of those stages is so important! I am going to share a new perspective on how knowledge and appreciation of the female body can really improve and boost your confidence. My fitness app: | |||
| How to Keep the Spark Alive | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:51:16 | |
One of my most asked questions is, "How do you keep the spark alive?" A question a lot of us ask at some point in our relationships. I am going to give you my best pieces of advice when it comes to keeping that deep intimate connection alive in your relationship. Time to get spicy baby! My fitness app: | |||
| Influencers vs. Entrepreneurs | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:56:13 | |
A common conversation I'm hearing recently is how influencers are now more unrelatable than ever. This inspired me to share my story with you all and chat about both sides of things as someone who posts on social media and consumes content. As a journalism major turned entrepreneur, I have a few perspectives I want to share. I also drop some hints on exciting things coming for anyone interested in doing what I do! My fitness app: | |||
| Finding Your Version of Healthy | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:40:40 | |
There has been a recent trend on social media where people are sharing their insecurities about all different things - family, work, life, fitness, etc. I feel inspired to share with you all a little bit of my wellness journey as I worked out of a very dark place to get to where I am at today. That all came from finding MY version of healthy...which I will tell you, your version of healthy is going to look and feel way more different than you thought. My fitness app: | |||
| Sometimes Your Health Is Not a Priority | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:39:09 | |
A tough pill I had to swallow recently was that sometimes your health and fitness isn't a top priority in your life. When you go through major life events, your energy is being spent up the wazoo on other things besides your health...and that is OKAY! In this episode, we break down how to manage this, and I also give a few little life updates. My fitness app: | |||
| Sober Curious + Having a Relationship with Alcohol | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:32:53 | |
As of this episode recording, I have been unintentionally sober for over a month. I decided to take a break from drinking during our move across the country, and now I am wondering how to reintroduce alcohol back into my lifestyle. We walk a thin line creating a healthy relationship with going out and drinking and today we are going to chat all about that! My fitness app: | |||
| Catch Up With Me + Our Moving Saga | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:48:47 | |
WE ARE BACK!!! Season 2 of Bestie Chats with Soph is kicking off with a little catch up with me episode because we have so much to chat about - I will fill you in on our moving saga, give you some life updates, and of course let you know what books I am currently reading. So excited to be hanging out with you again weekly! My fitness app: | |||
| 37. Time to Reevaluate Who You Surround Yourself With | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:45:35 | |
In our final episode of Season 1 of Bestie Chats with Soph, I wanted to share a topic that resonated the most with you this season...and that is, cutting people out of your life. Friendship breakups are some of the hardest breakups to go through, but a very necessary part of growing up. It is time you reevaluate who you surround yourself with and ask yourself some tough questions. My fitness app: | |||
| 36. My Top Books of 2023 | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:35:14 | |
A highly requested episode from y'all...I am going to be sharing my top 8 books of 2023. From dark and spicy romance to my first trip into fantasy land, I dive deep into which books have been my absolute favorite and why. My fitness app: | |||
| Having an Identity Crisis When You Retire as an Athlete | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:54:53 | |
A universal experience we all go through as an athletes is the identity crisis we experience once we retire. Who are we without sports? In this episode, we chat about what it's like to finally hang up your cleats for good. I also share my journey as an athlete playing competitive soccer and lacrosse. Big shoutout to Ilona Maher for being a voice in women's sports we have needed for so long! My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #6 ft. Nash Rudy | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:45:31 | |
Back with another Bestie Tales featuring our first guest for this segment, your favorite, mister Nash Rudy! Nash gives some great advice for the besties on self-love and confidence, body dysmorphia, scary gym stalkers, low libido, and MUCH MORE! My fitness app: | |||
| 35. Are You Doing Too Much? | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:40:03 | |
I came to a realization this year that I was doing too much when it came to my health and fitness journey. Working out 5-7 days a week, trying to lift as heavy as possible, trying to burn a certain amount of calories...you get it. This narrative is far too common with women since we tend to be the ones who overwork ourselves the most. I have completely shifted what I do for movement and how I approach my fitness journey, and the results for me have been life changing. My fitness app: | |||
| 34. Save or Splurge | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:48:35 | |
In preparation for the holiday season, I asked you guys to send me products or items you're debating on buying, and I am goin to tell you whether to save your money or SPLURGE. From the Dyson airwrap, Hatch alarm clock, Peleton, Jolie shower head, Beis luggage, and much more! My fitness app: | |||
| 33. Understanding Your Parents | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:39:12 | |
I have come to realization recently of understanding my parents on a whole new level that I didn't even know was possible. I think this is a piece of the crazy puzzle in your twenties where you are starting to do more adult things for the first time, just like your parents . In this episode, I get a little deep and share more of about my family, how I was raised, and how this new understanding has changed things. My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #5 | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:43:47 | |
Back with another episode where I share stories brought to us BY YOU!! We cover the three loves theory and a crazy Tinder date, to feelings lost in life and lacking intimacy in a relationship plus much more. My fitness app: | |||
| 32. Moving In With Your Partner | 13 Nov 2023 | 01:02:51 | |
One of my most highly requested topics...moving in with your significant other!! Today we are going to chat very honestly about what I think shifts with this big life decision, and some advice I have as someone who has lived with their partner for over 2.5 years. My fitness app: | |||
| 31. Busy Seasons of Life + Pre-Holiday Chat | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:37:28 | |
'Tis the season of being extremely busy which means we're thrown out of our normal routine and all chaos breaks loose. Today we're going to chat about busy seasons of life, how to handle them, and what to do. Also we besties are going to tackle this holiday season with a whole new mindset and approach! My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #4 | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:48:53 | |
Back with another episode brought to us by YOU!! This week we have a few besties sharing relationship struggles, gaslighting, struggling with mental health, an amazing gym story, and much more. My fitness app: | |||
| 30. Breaking Up With Your Sport | 30 Oct 2023 | 01:04:29 | |
There is a time in your life as an athlete where you have to make the tough decision to finally step away from your sport. When you grow up as an athlete, your entire identity revolves around your sport. Breaking up with your sport is one of the toughest pivots in life to make and we are going to chat all about that today. I share my entire story as an athlete and talk about how difficult that decision was for me to make. My fitness app: | |||
| 29. Cycle Syncing | 23 Oct 2023 | 00:54:32 | |
Let's take a deep dive into my personal experience and journey with cycle syncing and how it has impacted my life. In this episode, I share my health and fitness journey and how it lead me to cycle syncing as well as the benefits I've seen from it. Although there is no research out there that proves whether cycle syncing works, it has majorly impacted my life in ways I couldn't imagine! My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #14 | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:51:44 | |
Back with another Bestie Tales where we share stories brought to us by YOU! Today we have situationships, first responder's being red flags (shocker), peeing the bed, and more! TLF ApparelThis episode is sponsored by TLF Apparel. Use code "TLF-SOPHIAP" to save 15% on your order! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. My fitness app: | |||
| Bestie Tales #3 | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:54:13 | |
Back with another Bestie Tales where I share stories brought to us by YOU! This week we have some crazy hinge and bumble dates, advice for our single ladies, waiting for an engagement ring, and much more! My fitness app: | |||
| 28. Meet My Other Half ft. Nash Rudy | 16 Oct 2023 | 01:00:49 | |
So excited for today's episode as y'all get to meet my best friend and other half, my boyfriend Nash. We get deep and answer a ton of questions you guys asked us covering all topics from Nash's backstory, our biggest pet peeve's about each other, intimacy struggles, working in emergency medicine/being a first responder girlfriend, communication, how to keep the spark alive....and much more! My fitness app: | |||
| 27. Lonely But Not Alone | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:48:06 | |
Recently, I have been struggling a little bit with my mental health and couldn't quite pinpoint why. Business is good, relationships are good, I'm healthy...what is there to complain about? Why do I still feel unsatisfied? Well, I discovered that I am actually pretty lonely, even though I live with my boyfriend because I get little to no human interaction working from home. Today, we're going to chat about experiencing loneliness and how we can help ourselves feel less lonely. My fitness app: | |||
| 26. Individuality in Relationships | 02 Oct 2023 | 00:40:52 | |
It can be really easy to lose your sense of individuality in relationships and really difficult to work out of that. I am going to give you an analogy that my boyfriend and I use within our relationship that has helped us maintain our sense of self and individuality throughout our time together. My fitness app: | |||