We're hitting a huge milestone with our 100th episode of the Big Silence Podcast with Jenna Willis! Jenna’s complete mind-body-spiritual approach to wellness, as well as her remarkable results, have gained her a reputation as one of the most sought after rising celebrity trainers, working with stars like Lala Kent and Camila Cabello.
She’s all about embracing the REAL you in fitness, ditching the impossible social media standards of perfection, and making workouts fun again. Jenna has created her own online platforms including meal plans, personalized programs, and ongoing virtual workouts where she helps all achieve similar balance in their fitness journey.
In today's episode (recorded live in LA!) Jenna gets real about her journey, from chasing acting dreams to her time on Vanderpump Rules, and how she found her true calling in fitness after battling situational depression.
Her approach to fitness is all about feeling great, and she's got some game-changing tips for everyone. Plus, she shares her personal stories on moving on from a long-term relationship and dating in her 30s – it's a heart-to-heart with great advice you've got to hear.
Celebrating 100 episodes, it’s amazing to see how the Big Silence Podcast has touched lives – reaching over 4.2 million people, providing mental health resources to thousands, and creating a community in our live events. Thank you for supporting this show and the movement of mental health!
(00:00:52) Reflecting on 100 Episodes of The Big Silence!
- Memorable guests on The Big Silence
- What has led to Karena’s success and motivation hosting the show
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- Unlocking The Mind-Body Connection Through Therabody Wellness Technology w/ Dr. Jason Wersland #62
- You Are Not Your Past! Take Home Tips For Turning Adversity Into Triumph w/ Doug Bopst #88
(00:09:20) Jenna’s Journey from TV Actor to Trainer
- Overview of Jenna’s acting and sports background
- What inspired her to move to LA at 18 like Karena?
- How she broke into TV and then reality TV
- The Vanderpump Rules experience
- Balancing being an actor vs. TV personality
(00:18:05) Finding Fitness & Moving Through Depression
- Her personal experience with depression
- How being on TV influenced her situational depression
- How she felt about being herself on reality TV
- Working through a dark place via fitness
- The story of how she transitioned into a fitness career
(00:28:20) Jenna’s Fun Fitness Philosophy
- Tools for moving through depression
- Explaining why walking is underrated
- Walk at Home fitness program
- Why Jenna loves being a fitness trainer
- Navigating social media pressure to look or feel a certain way
(00:33:30) Tips for Small Sustainable Lifestyle Shifts
- Tips for getting started with meditation
- How to make sustainable changes through small shifts
- How mastering presence can help you be more productive
- Nutrition recommendations about protein intake
(00:38:49) How to Get Over a Toxic Relationship
- How Jenna navigated the end of her 8-year engagement
- Lessons learned from a crazy breakup story and toxic relationship
- The key to getting over a breakup
(00:43:08) Jenna’s Tips for Dating in Your 30s
- Her current perspective on dating
- Jenna’s experience freezing her eggs
- Traits Jenna is looking for in her ideal man
Guest Info:
- Website: jennawilliscoaching.com
- Instagram: @msjennawillis
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