Kelly Hart, co-owner of Schroeder Meats in New Germany, Minnesota, shares her journey from starting a hobby farm to acquiring a 30-year-old butcher shop with her husband Jeremy. Initially seeking a lifestyle change to keep her husband closer to home, Kelly dives into the meat processing industry. Join Julie and Kelly as they discuss the homesteading realities, the art of butchery, and the importance of community in this heartwarming and informative episode.

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00:00 Meet Kelly Hart: Entrepreneur, Homeschool Mom, and Butcher Shop Owner

00:39 From Hobby Farm to Butcher Shop: A Family's Journey

03:44 Embracing the Homesteading Lifestyle

08:41 The Challenges and Rewards of Starting a Meat Processing Business

09:59 Building Community Through Quality Meat and Relationships

16:27 Integrating Family into the Business: Roles and Reflections

20:30 The Art of Butchering: Respect for the Process

24:54 Supporting Local Farms: The Importance of Knowing Your Food Source

27:24 Learning the Ropes: Transitioning into Business Ownership

31:58 Balancing Motherhood, Business, and Self-Care

35:24 The Power of Community and Family Support

38:09 Favorite Cuts and Culinary Preferences

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Join me as I reflect on an insightful conversation with Ashley Crocker about strength and how it has influenced my journey since January. I share stories of women who demonstrate physical, mental, and emotional strength in various life situations, from ultra-running and overcoming divorce to entrepreneurship and living with chronic pain. Learn how aligning your actions with your core values can help you achieve your goals and find the inner strength to push through life's challenges.

00:00 Journey to Strength: A Personal Tale

00:30 The Power of Aligning Values with Outcomes

01:18 Celebrating Women's Strength in Various Forms

05:37 Mental Strength Fuels Physical Toughness

07:13 Values-Driven Actions: The Path to Achieving Goals

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A dedicated pain-free movement coach, Ashley Crocker shares her journey from a self-conscious dancer to a strength training advocate after discovering CrossFit in 2012. Her experience with a major ankle injury and the limitations of traditional physical therapy led her to specialize in helping others bridge the gap between rehabilitation and returning to their desired level of activity. Ashley discusses the importance of embracing strength beyond physical appearance, combating negative body image perceptions, and the power of focused, personalized coaching to overcome chronic pain and injuries. She also highlights the significance of mindset in recovery and the benefits of single-leg work and offers advice for women aspiring to enter the health and wellness industry. Through her story, Ashley emphasizes the transformative impact of strength training and the importance of seeking support and gaining experience to find one's niche in the coaching field.

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00:00 Meet Ashley Crocker: A Beacon of Strength and Positivity

00:35 Ashley's Journey: From Dancer to Pain-Free Movement Coach

00:44 Overcoming Personal Struggles and Discovering Strength Training

02:27 The Turning Point: Injury, Recovery, and a New Career Path

03:50 Empowering Others Through Coaching and Education

06:08 Addressing Body Image and Empowerment in Coaching

07:55 The Impact of Role Models and Healthy Habits on Children

15:36 Navigating Recovery and the Importance of Mindset

18:48 Ashley's Personal Strength Training Routine and Goals

22:08 The Power of Unilateral Training and Simplifying Workouts

25:20 Balancing Entrepreneurship, Fitness, and Personal Life

31:01 Embracing Strength: Ashley's Core Message and Advice for Aspiring Coaches

39:59 Finding the Right Mentor and the Power of Resonance

41:47 Connecting with Ashley: How to Follow Her Journey

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