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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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24:41

Rating Toxic Fitness Culture: I'm Protesting Juice...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/11/13

What's good guys!!Today's show is going to be a fun one because I wanna play a little game with y'all! You guys already know I'm high key obsessed with anything fitness related, but unfortunately, fitness culture today can be pretty toxic. So in this episode, I'm rating toxic fitness culture on a scale of 1-10.As a fitness coach and bodybuilder, I've made a lot of mistakes and seen it all! For real, I’m talking about the messy mentalities, insane dieting protocols, and just questionable concepts

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30:40

The Worst Advice I've Ever Received: Body Broken,...

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2025/11/06

Hi guys!!! In today's show, I'm putting a little spin on the social media "best advice" trend.I'm sharing the WORST advice I've ever received — the kind that totally backfired… BAD!Here on Curls and Courage, we’re all about leveling up, and sometimes that means learning from what not to do. In this episode, I’m opening up about the advice that left me drained, confused, broken, and burnt out — and the mindset shifts that helped me turn those mistakes into money moves :)I'm talking health and

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17:36

Tunnel Vision, Dior Cologne, and the Power of...

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2025/10/30

What's gooood guys!! In today’s episode, we’re talking about a mindset shift that literally changed my life.Picture this: three people walk into the same gym… One’s training for growth, one’s there to flirt, and one’s just people-watching — but what does that have to do with your mindset?Everything.Your perspective shapes it all — your workouts, your progress, your success, your relationships, and even how you bounce back when life starts doing the absolute most.We’re all moving through the same

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23:00

How to Be Happy Without the Body, the Boo, or the Bag...

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2025/10/23

Hi guys!! So, over the past few months, I've had a major reflection on choosing happiness during every season of life (which, honestly, is extremely challenging). I used to believe happiness would magically appear once I had the perfect body, the dream relationship, and the big-city lifestyle. But, I’ve learned that being “happy” isn't tied to what you look like, who you're with, or what you have.In this episode, I’m sharing a vulnerable, funny, and honest self-roast of the delusional versions of

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34:03

Raunchy Clubs, Messy Ubers, and Sketchy Dealerships:...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/10/16

Hi my loves and welcome back to another episode of Curls and Courage!Ever felt out of place, overwhelmed, or like you accidentally stepped into a live episode of Black Mirror? Let’s be real- life gets weird, awkward, and just straight up uncomfortable sometimes. In this episode, I’m sharing three hilariously uncomfortable situations I’ve faced lately and how I handled each one with confidence.Storytime Breakdown:The Club Scene I Couldn't HandleMy Uber Driver Literally Peed His Pants Mid-RideGetting

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23:24

To Be The Smartest, Be Willing To Look Stupid

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2025/10/09

What’s up you guys — welcome back to another episode of Curls and Courage and thank you for listening :)Y’all, I think I hit a new level of public embarrassment last week and I’m not even mad about it.Picture this: I’m in a hardcore Miami boxing gym, surrounded by literal pro fighters and and not gonna lie- some extremely fine black men… rocking a wig from Dollar Tree, a drawn-on mustache, crawling on the floor, dancing like a STEM major at their first frat party.Embarrassing? For sure.But, here’s

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25:27

Life Be Throwing Hands, So I Picked Up Gloves: How To...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/10/02

Hi guys!! Thank you so much for listening to another episode of Curls and Courage!!Let’s be real—life can throw some serious punches. The best way to win?Show up ready. Be mentally untouchable. Get back up every time you fall.This episode is for anyone feeling overwhelmed by life’s chaos who wants practical, relatable tools to build mental resilience, stay flexible, and keep moving forward with humor and strength.I’m sharing my experience with boxing over the past six months and the impact it’s had

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27:10

Surviving The 305: I Got a Little Delusional and it...

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2025/09/25

Ever ever felt stuck in a job, a relationship, your own mind—or maybe you're trying to rebuild from scratch?Stagnancy is the worst place to be, right? 3 years ago, I decided I'd had enough!In this story-time based episode, I’m sharing the real behind my move to Miami — the big dreams, the blind delusion, and the inevitable breakdowns.Miami didn't just test me- it through me straight INTO the fire!From losing thousands and getting ghosted to dealing with a roach apocalypse and silent 2 a.m

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26:21

Storytime: Birthday Gone Wrong or Best Night Ever?

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2025/09/18

Thank you so much for listening!!Connect with me on IG:https://www.instagram.com/yoitskenslo/https://www.instagram.com/curlsandcouragepodcast/Interested in 1:1 fitness and nutrition coaching? I'd love to help you!Business & coaching inquiries: kensleymeeksfit@gmail.comWant to be a guest on my show? Please join the waiting list here.My YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kensleymeeksWDJY 99.1 FM: Thursdays at 10am EDT https://www.wdjyfm.com/

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34:00

My 24th Birthday Roast: I Can Build a Business, But I...

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2025/09/11

Hi loves!So I’m turning 24 soon… and instead of throwing a party, I decided to roast myself on the internet. Because let's be real- adulting is confusing, dating in Miami is a scam, and sadly, hitting PRs on leg day won’t fix your emotional damage (lowkey helps though).If there’s one thing I’m learning this year, it’s that nobody really has it all together — we’re all just out here doing our best, okay.So whether you're in your healing era, hustler era, delusional era, or maybe all three at once — I

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36:35

Hi, Welcome to Chili's- Finding Purpose in Jobs You...

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2025/09/05

Hi guys! I'm super excited for this weeks' episode because today I'm taking you behind the scenes of my early grind- because sometimes your path to passion runs straight through a fried chicken stained tee and 12hr shift on your feet... This one's for my homies stuck in survival mode, the side hustlers out there flipping burgers with big visions, or anyone who's ever wondered if their "now" will ever lead to there next. I hope this episode gives you a little motivation and reminds you that even the

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39:05

How to Build The Body You Want When Life Won't Let...

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2025/08/28

Hey guys!! Thank you so much for listening to another episode of Curls & Courage! When it comes to reaching your fitness goals, obstacles are always being thrown your way. Finding time can be a real challenge when it comes to bettering your health. I've been that girl-working three jobs at once, dealing with low motivation, zero support, and on top of that, I was broke. But, I still made time for the gains and you can too... Today's episode is all about how you can overcome any challenge when it

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35:52

Running on a Broken Hip Won't Make You D1: The...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/08/21

Connect with me on IG:https://www.instagram.com/yoitskenslo/https://www.instagram.com/curlsandcouragepodcast/Interested in 1:1 fitness and nutrition coaching? I'd love to help you!Business & coaching inquiries: kensleymeeksfit@gmail.comWant to be a guest on my show? Please join the waiting list here.My YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kensleymeeksWDJY 99.1 FM: Thursdays at 10am EDT https://www.wdjyfm.com/

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29:40

Why You Shouldn't Eat 7 Protein Bars a Day: The...

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2025/08/15

Hello, my loves, and thank you so much for listening to another episode of Curls & Courage! You already know I’m incredibly passionate about fitness—and that passion started at a young age. Even 15-year-old Kensley wanted gains!But let’s be real... I definitely did not know then what I know now when it comes to making TRUE progress.I was that girl who skipped the pool to hit up GNC and buy protein bars—no exaggeration, I used to eat like 6 or 7 a day… and my stomach still hasn’t forgiven me.From

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34:39

What Happens In Vegas Stays In Vegas: Bodybuilding,...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/08/07

Hey guys!! Thank you so much for tuning in to today's show- I hope you love it :)In this one, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my national-level bikini competition in Las Vegas. Peak week is no joke- from water manipulation and depletion to carb loading and taking shots at 8am on show day. If you've ever wondered what the final week before stepping on stage really looks like, this episode is for you.Later in the show, I'm sharing post competition reflections, what's next for me, and how I

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37:54

Prep Chaos, Wild Miami Moments, and The Truth Behind...

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2025/07/17

Hi guys!!In today's episode, I'm answering YOUR questions... and y'all know we keep it real :) I’m sharing life updates, emotional highs and lows, and some wild Miami moments you won’t believe!We’re talking contest prep, training breakdowns, entrepreneurship, mental health, the raw truth about living in Miami, and so much more!Thank you so much for listening and sending in your questions! Enjoy the show :)Connect with me on

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41:38

Confessions From the Trenches of Prep: Cardio, Coke,...

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2025/07/10

Welcome back to another episode of Curls & Courage my loves!!In today's episode, we’re diving into the dark, hilarious, and unfiltered world of bodybuilding and bikini prep. From coaches confessing their love mid-diet, to literal artery ruptures, and even a dude posing high on coke— this is going to be one of the most unhinged and honest episodes yet!Competing isn’t all sparkly bikinis, shredded abs, and polished Instagram reels. It’s dragging yourself through brutal workouts, eating the same

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27:50

Hot Girl Summer, Every Damn Season: Ditch Toxic...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/06/26

You guys... It’s summer time! This is the time of year when you're spending more time at the beach, going to swim parties, traveling, and expanding your summer wardrobe. Let's be honest -we all want to feel confident in a bikini, right?I totally get it and know the value of feeling good in your own skin! But lately? I've been seeing way too many unhealthy summer shredding trends blowing up online. Quick fixes. Crash diets. Juice cleanses. Detox teas. Unprescribed medications. Insane cosmetic

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35:36

I Couldn’t Walk… Then I Almost Died: Choosing...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/06/19

My loves...These past few weeks have really tried me to say the least!After a tumbling injury left me unable to walk and car accident nearly took my life, I was forced to face the "chaos" head-on. In this story-time based episode, I share the raw truth behind the setbacks that tested both my physical strength and mental resilience.From pain and trauma to perspective and growth, these moments remind me why mindset matters more than ever! I hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired to get back up

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36:35

Fly Girl Habits: Behavior, Demeanor, & Physical...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/06/05

Hello my loves! Today's episode is all about a few of my non-negotiable external wellness habits —because looking and feeling fly starts from the inside, but shows up on the outside!This is a part two of my short segment- "Fly Girl Habits". I break down three major concepts that influence your outward expression and overall wellness: behavior, demeanor, and physical health.*Behavior: Your actions, decisions, and reactions define your identity. I talk about speaking intentionally, practicing

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