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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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31:23

Broke in Puerto Rico: The Solo Trip That Changed My Life

Curls & Courage ·

2026/02/26

What's good guys!I took a solo trip to Puerto Rico… and my card declined the first night. No cash. No food. Stranded on my “peaceful reset” vacation.In this episode of Curls & Courage, I’m sharing the full story — traveling solo to San Juan, what went wrong, what it taught me about burnout and self-trust, and why everyone should travel alone at least once..If you’re feeling burned out, stuck in routine, or waiting on someone else to live your life — this is your sign to book the trip! Start the

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18:48

Trash vs. Gas Fitness Advice: Carbs, PEDs, & Mindset

Curls & Courage ·

2026/02/12

What's good guys!!In today's episode, we are playing a little game: Trash vs. GasI'm exposing bad gym advice and fitness myths so you can ACTUALLY get the gains :)Thank you so much for listening and hope you love this one!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

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36:17

Fitness Didn’t Just Change My Body — It Changed My Life.

Curls & Courage ·

2026/01/29

What's good guys!In this episode, I’m sharing my personal fitness journey and how consistency in the gym didn’t just change my body — it changed my life.From anxiety and self-doubt to discipline and mental strength, fitness became the foundation that shaped who I am today. Movement helped quiet my mind, gave me purpose in a dark season of depression, and taught me life lessons that carried over into my career, relationships, and personal growth.I’m breaking down what fitness actually does for your

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20:37

Make The Damn Decision: How To Stop Overthinking

Curls & Courage ·

2026/01/22

You guys… my brain really just needs to chill, and I know I’m not the only one.Deciding what my schedule is gonna look like, answering a text, literally picking a song — sounds simple, right?Nope. Not for me. I’ve spent 5 hours deciding something that should’ve taken 5 minutes in the past and honestly, it’s gotten pretty absurd at this point.But this year? I’m done! In today’s episode, I’m talking all things overthinking — why we do it, how it negatively affects our lives, what it’s actually

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28:46

How to Stay Lean Year-Round Without Feeling Like Garbage

Curls & Courage ·

2026/01/15

What's good guys!On today's episode, we are having an in depth conversation about the foundation of my life- fitness!As a bikini competitor, I’ve experienced every extreme with my physique—from being shredded to the bone with veins popping, to bulking seasons with higher body fat, to finding that sweet spot of being lean, healthy, and actually feeling good.I’ve realized that most people don’t know how to hit that middle ground—but in my opinion, it’s the best place to be. This episode is all about

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25:02

What NOT To Do In 2026: Entertaining F**kboys,...

Curls & Courage ·

2026/01/08

WELCOME TO SEASON 2 OF CURLS & COURAGE!!With 2026 just getting started, this weeks' episode is all about what NOT to do this year!Everyone loves to talk about fresh starts and new goals, but nobody really talks about the habits, mindsets, and lies that keep us stuck.Today, I’m calling out the behaviors I’m leaving behind in 2026—based on real mistakes I’ve made, hard lessons I’ve learned, and patterns I’m working my damn hardest not to repeat... like prepping for a bodybuilding show with my

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29:00

Season Finale: 2025 Award Show — The Year That Tried...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/12/11

Okay guys… Please tell me why 2025 was DOING THE MOST?? This year lowkey tried to kill me on several different occasions — literally.In today’s episode, we’re wrapping up Season 1 with an honest, unfiltered Award Show for my entire year. I'm talking plot twists, life lessons, glow-ups, setbacks, gym wins, chaotic storytimes, and the moments that genuinely changed me. Hope this one leaves you feeling inspired heading into the new year — and thank you so much for listening!Wishing y’all blessings,

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26:56

ENERGY IS A CURRENCY: I’M NOT A BILLIONAIRE, BUT...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/12/04

What’s good guys, and welcome back to another episode of Curls & Courage!Everyone’s talking about how to get financially rich, but nobody’s talking about how to get energetically rich—and honestly, that’s the wealth that hits different.We chase money like it’s the key to life and I get it! Having money is awesome! I like nice things. I like cool shoes. Buy me some Gucci perfume- my life is getting at least a little better lol. However, I've learned that energy is the REAL currency. It’s the kind

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28:59

Thanksgiving Special: Things I am Actually NOT...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/11/27

Happy Thanksgiving guys!!Most of y'all know I'm a big believer in gratitude... that's why Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays! But, since we ALWAYS keep it real — I wanted to remix the “usual” Thanksgiving talk.Because yes, Thanksgiving is about gratitude… but it’s also real life. And real life?It comes with some things that I am absolutely not thankful for.In today’s Thanksgiving Special, I’m breaking down:-Health and wellness things that I'm not thankful for(PSA: you can't get a six pack

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36:51

Fitness Trends I'm Obsessed With (And Don’t Make You...

Curls & Courage ·

2025/11/20

Hey guys!! Welcome back to Curls and Courage!Today’s episode is all about the good side of fitness — the trends that genuinely support your health, your progress, and your long-term success.But first, I have to keep y’all entertained, so I’m sharing a little chaos from my week — the situation that almost cost me two bands and my car. 😂After that, I'm talking trends such as pre workout, functional nutrition, mindfulness practices, digital detoxes, athleisure, hybrid training and more...Why these

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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,...

Curls & Courage ·

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...

Curls & Courage ·

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...

Curls & Courage ·

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

Curls & Courage ·

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...

Curls & Courage ·

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?

Curls & Courage ·

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...

Curls & Courage ·

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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