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Curls & Courage

Hosted by wellness entrepreneur, fitness coach, bikini bodybuilder, and digital creator Kensley Meeks, Curls and Courage cuts through the noise of wellness culture to deliver raw, honest, and evidence-based conversations about fitness, lifestyle, and personal growth. Through a blend of engaging guest interviews and candid solo episodes, Kensley combines unfiltered humor and heartfelt vulnerability to inspire you to live boldly—with courage, confidence, and purpose. The goal? To help you unlock your

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All Episodes

30:20

6 Essential Characteristics To Be More Successful In...

Curls & Courage ·

2024/12/12

Hi my loves! Today's episode is one that I am super excited to share with you all!Throughout my health journey, I have learned a lot from my past mistakes and developed several character traits that have made me more successful in achieving my wellness goals.In this episode, I share what character traits you need to be successful in YOUR wellness journey! I can't have you girls making the same crazy mistakes as me in my past.I discuss the importance of developing 6 essential traits- knowledge,

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37:37

9 Ways To Be Healthier- It's Not That Complicated!

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2024/12/05

Hey guys! Welcome back to my health and wellness based podcast- Curls and Courage! With so much information in the health space out there, it can be hard to determine what strategies, treatments, and trends are actually necessary when it comes to achieving overall health. Being "healthy" means prioritizing both your mental AND physical health. But, lets not overcomplicate things! In today's episode, I am keeping it simple by breaking down 9 tips to help you live a healthier lifestyle. After giving

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36:53

Happy Thanksgiving! Q & A: Pros and Cons of Being...

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2024/11/28

Happy Thanksgiving! Welcome back to another episode of the Curls and Courage podcast!Today's episode is a Q & A style format. After sharing a brief update on my holiday plans, I talk about what Thanksgiving means to me and why it is important to practice gratitude for better mental health.I then answer questions that you guys asked me on social media. We talk about many different topics- training, bikini competitions, mental health, travel, and more!Enjoy the show and feel free to shoot me a

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31:20

Mental Health & Miami: How I am Staying Sane and...

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2024/11/21

Welcome back to another episode of the Curls & Courage podcast and thank you for your support! A pivotal decision in my life was taking a huge leap of faith to move out of my small town in Mobile, Alabama to a major city- Miami, Florida.I made this move with no stable job, no income stream, and no friends nor family!Going on my third year living in Miami, I still don't have it all figured out! But, my experiences here have shaped my character and allowed me to build a resilient mindset that

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27:50

My Advice For New Gym Members

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2024/11/14

Welcome back to another episode of the Curls & Courage podcast and thank you for tuning in!Today’s episode is a fun one! While I love breaking down more advanced fitness and health topics, I also enjoy talking about the basics and working with beginners. So, in this episode, you are going to learn my advice for new gym members.If I were to step foot into the gym for the first time as a beginner, I would use the strategies below:-find a good gym that fits your needs-ask for help and seek fitness

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27:45

How to Develop Growth Outside of Just Your Physique

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2024/11/07

Thank you so much for listening to the 40th episode of the Curls and Courage podcast! You already know I am super passionate when it comes to bikini bodybuilding and mental health!This episode is perfect for my bikini competitors out there currently taking time away from the stage- yes! But, this episode will also resonate well with anyone interested in becoming a better athlete, gaining mental resilience, and bettering mental health.In this episode, you will learn more on:-My journey up to this

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41:55

How to get Strong, Toned Arms and a Flat Tummy

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2024/10/31

Welcome back to another episode of the Curls and Courage podcast and thank you for listening! Today’s episode is one that will provide a lot of value to you guys! We take it back to the basics and discuss all things fitness and nutrition.If you are someone interested in bettering your body composition- you want strong, toned arms and a tight, flat tummy- this episode is for YOU!No doubt in the fact that developing these two features are key when it comes to aesthetics!But, these goals are not so

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27:11

3 Ways to Build Mental Resilience and Face Challenges...

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2024/10/24

Has there ever been a time in your life where you just wanted to be invisible?Maybe it is a moment where you feel that you have lost all control and wish you could just escape from it all. Life is full of disappointments and setbacks, right? At times, you simply hit a mental barrier. You hit a breaking point. All you want to do is get away, but you know that you can’t. Your current situation needs you. Your problems are not just going to solve themselves. You are forced to face life head-on even

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30:30

Using Fitness To Cultivate Self Love: Mindset,...

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2024/10/17

This episode is one that I am super passionate about sharing with you guys simply because of how many people need to hear this message!If you are someone who struggles with poor mental health, self image, confidence, negative thought patterns, and or your relationship with fitness, this episode is created just for you!Personally, I have struggled with my mental health over the past few years and have been able to use fitness to better my relationship with self and improve my emotional well-being

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29:33

How to Use Your Mind as a Powerful Tool When Things...

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2024/10/03

This is a special episode because it is one that I recorded for myself AND for you guys!Today is Thursday and let me start by saying that the last 4 days of my life have NOT gone as planned. We all have hard days. Life is challenging, right? But, have you ever had one of those weeks’ where it seems as if literally everything is going wrong?That was my week just a few days ago! Starting Sunday night leading into Thursday, it has been QUITE a week to say the least.Why...? My tiny apartment full of

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23:43

Fitness Industry BS: Debunking Common Fitness Myths

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2024/09/26

With social media being such an easily assessable platform, there is a huge wealth of untrue information out there in the fitness and health space.This "fitness BS" can influence your way of thinking about fitness negatively, lead you in the wrong direction, and even damage your progress! Whether it's a product, trend, or idea surrounding fitness, you can't believe all of the information you hear and see online.In this episode, I bust common fitness myths and provide you with education on what

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28:08

Pros and Cons of Social Media in the Fitness...

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2024/09/19

Do you see social media having more positives or negatives on your overall health and well-being? It is clear how prevalent social media is in the world we live in today, and there is no doubt that it plays an effect on our emotional state and well being.If you are someone who struggles at times with your mental health like me, social media can definitely make you feel worse emotions at times. Whether it's heightening your anxiety, triggering you to compare yourself to others online, making you feel

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26:41

How to Increase Your Metabolism + Life Update

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2024/09/12

Thank you so much for and giving me the opportunity to educate you on all things relating to your metabolism!What even is my metabolism? How can I speed up my metabolism? How do I know if my metabolism is damaged? Why is it important to have a healthy metabolism? How does my metabolism change with age?In this informative episode, I answer these questions along with many more! So, if you are interested in improving your health by bettering your metabolism, this one is for you!After giving you the

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27:30

How to Develop Better Nutrition Habits For Your...

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2024/09/05

Thinking back to when I first started strength training, I made so many nutrition mistakes in my teenage years! My goal with episode # 31 of the Curls and Courage podcast is to help you avoid the mistakes I made and give you specific information to help you achieve your fitness goals! If you have goals of getting stronger, improving your metabolism, gaining muscle, optimizing your performance, and bettering your physique by fueling your body in the correct way, this episode is for you!Key concepts

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25:39

5 Ways to Have Above Average Success (Fitness,...

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2024/08/29

I’m am so blessed to have the opportunity today to play a small role in helping you be more successful in your goals. With this being a fitness based podcast, this 30th episode is all about ways to be above average in your fitness journey. But, these tips and strategies also apply to any major goal you may have- career, relationship, and life in general!What does it mean to be above average to me?I think to be above average it comes down to a lot of different things! Never settling, not giving up

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24:53

A Message to my Girls: Answering my top 10 Most Asked...

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2024/08/22

Welcome to the 29th episode of the Curls and Courage podcast! Today’s episode is all about fitness and nutrition. As a personal trainer and nutrition coach, I get a lot of questions (especially from woman) who want to better their health, improve their mindset, and enhance their physique. I thought it would be a good idea to record an episode answering the questions that I get asked most frequently from my female clients, friends, and random conversations with my girls out there. If you are a female

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39:22

How to Properly Create a Reverse Diet: Building...

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2024/08/15

Thank you so much for listening to the 28th episode of the Curls and Courage podcast! A lot of us want to build muscle, right? We want to eat more, but still look good in the process! In this episode, you will learn how to reverse diet- a post diet nutrition strategy in which you are slowly increasing your caloric intake over a period of time. You will also how to gain muscle without adding on inessential body fat during the process! We discuss the ins and outs of key concepts such as: -coming

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24:42

How to Find Beauty in the Journey Rather Than the...

Curls & Courage ·

2024/08/09

Welcome back to the Curls and Courage podcast! Episode # 27 is a fun one, an episode that I truly feel will bring you a new perspective and inspire you to find beauty in the journey, rather than the destination with any major goal or dream that you have in your current season of life. After sharing a few personal updates on my most recent national competition, travel, post-show feelings, and future plans moving forward, I discuss three powerful ways that you can learn to love the hard work and

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32:52

Let's Talk About Mental Health: How to Connect Your...

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2024/08/01

This podcast, Curls and Courage, is all about helping you achieve optimal physical and mental health! Having gone through challenging mental battles myself, I know what it feels like for your mind to be the one thing that is limiting you in so many areas! In this vulnerable and honest conversation, I share how I am learning to connect my mind with my body to perform at my highest self. I believe that the trials we go through always have a purpose in our life and allow us to relate to others going

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25:40

Catching Up: Post Show Thoughts, Dealing With...

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2024/07/25

Welcome to the 25th episode of the Curls & Courage podcast and thank you for listening! In today's show, I want to catch up with you guys! Coming out of my last competition in New Jersey, I was able to gain knowledge, insight, and ways to improve finishing out my 2024 competition season. I breakdown my post show feelings and how to interpret the judges feedback as an athlete. Later in the show, I talk about the pressures and sense of overwhelm that come with being a competitive athlete and

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