Before we unpack emotional regression, nostalgia, and why going home for the holidays can turn confident adults into slightly feral versions of themselves… we start with a very important debrief. Tracy just turned 29, the martinis were martini-ing, Sagittarius season got a little too fiery, and let’s just say lessons were learned (or at least acknowledged).

Then we cozy up and dive into the real stuff: why being “home for the holidays” can bring up old patterns, old dynamics, and emotions you swear you already worked through in therapy. We talk about nostalgia vs. reality, why your nervous system clocks in before you do, and how family, tradition, and expectation can make you feel both deeply comforted and deeply triggered (sometimes in the same hourly ).

This episode is part holiday hug, part emotional stocking stuffer, and part gentle reminder that growth doesn’t disappear just because you’re back in your childhood bedroom. Whether you’re feeling merry, moody, or somewhere in between, consider this your permission slip to feel it all… and maybe sip something festive while you do.

This week on Fit Happens, we’re sitting down with the effortlessly cool Rani Vance - Pilates powerhouse, SLT + Fuze House instructor, and one of the rising voices in the EMS (Electric Muscle Stimulation) fitness space. We first met Rani at a day party in the Hamptons (very Fit Happens coded), and instantly knew she was someone we needed to bring on the pod.

We dive into Rani’s journey into fitness, how she found her way to Pilates-based training, and what keeps her energized in an industry that’s always evolving. Then, we get into the nitty-gritty of EMS: what it actually does, how it works, what it feels like (yes, we tried it), and who it’s really for. If you’ve been EMS-curious but slightly intimidated, this episode breaks it all down in a way that’s both science-backed and real-world relatable.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Fit Happens without some laughs, personal stories, and a little wellness-meets-nightlife energy. Whether you’re a Pilates devotee, fitness professional, or just love learning about what’s next in the wellness world, this one’s a must-listen.

This week on Fit Happens, the girls kick things off with a full weekend debrief - and yes, it’s exactly the kind of chaos you’d expect. Think: a night out that escalated quickly, a questionable-but-necessary late-night McDonald’s order, and a fresh batch of dating lore we absolutely did not ask for but are thrilled to unpack.

Then we dive into this week’s topic: embracing your Beginner Era - the season all of us desperately need. We talk about why starting over feels so uncomfortable (hi, ego), why being a beginner is scientifically linked to more motivation and long-term consistency, and how giving yourself permission to not be perfect on day one can actually change everything. We unpack the mindset shift of trading pressure for curiosity, the importance of letting yourself be seen in the messy middle, and the surprising ways “beginner energy” shows up outside of the gym - in dating, careers, friendships, and life transitions. It’s equal parts humbling, hilarious, and genuinely empowering. By the end, you might even want to be a beginner again.

Grab your 20-piece McNugget and let’s get into it.