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Knight Fit
Author: Emily Knight
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Welcome to the Knight Fit podcast! I'm your host, Emily Knight: a passionate running and strength coach! Here we will discuss hot fitness topics, the latest research, how fitness fits into life, hormone health, health trends, eating habits, and so much more. 1-2X a week:Monday: Special Guest InterviewsThursdays: Bonus episodes on personal topics. EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/You can find me at:@knight__fit on Instagram and Youtubeor my website knightfitfast.com (train with me or purchase one of my programs!)Email for inquiries: emily@knightfitfast.com
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In this episode I chat with Certified Personal Trainer and 9X Marathoner Kim Miller, owner of KimFit. Kim's mission is to help athletes run strong and prevent injury by informing them about proper strength training for runners, why it's necessary and through her programs. Kim shares her advice and wisdom around strength training; I was sure to ask all of the pertinent questions runners need answered! Kim also shares her own running journey and learning lessons. Find Kim at: Instagram:...
In this episode I interview Elizabeth Ropp, a Boston Marathoner who continues to improve all while mothering 6 beautiful kiddos, working as a pediatrician full time, handling family trauma and homeschooling. Elizabeth shares wisdom around never stopping pursuing your own goals, handling postpartum depression, showing up as your best self, finding joy in life and MORE. Find Elizabeth at: Instagram: @mommer_do_run Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/...
In this episode I chat with Jules, a Health Informaticist and Science and Somatic Practitioner. Jules shares her wealth of knowledge on pertinent topics around your brain’s health: we dive into dopamine and its purpose (and how to naturally increase it and avoid offsetting it), how to prevent cognitive decline, protecting your brain as you age, harmful habits that may be hurting your brain’s health and MORE. Such an informational and fascinating listen. Find Jules at: Instagram: @brainbodyb...
In this episode I chat with Leah Avery, a physical therapist and running & strength coach with a passion for helping runners improve while also sharing the real sides of running: the highs, lows and everything in between. Leah shares her honest journey with body image, panic attacks, learning to fuel properly and so much more. Find Leah at: Instagram: @leah.runs.dpt Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWW...
In this episode I interview registered dietitian Claudia about the reality of what happens within our body when our period is missing (bone, brain, heart, muscle, body-wide damage!), her top tips around nutrition for period recovery, why certain macronutrients are essential, her thoughts on all-in (and the 2500 calorie “rule”), exercise during recovery and so much more. Claudia offers SO much wisdom in this episode. Find Claudia at: Instagram: @period.fertility.nutrition Support the sho...
In this episode I interview Katie Regan, a Sports Dietitian with a passion for helping athletes learn to fuel properly for performance, overcome body image struggles and stop chasing a smaller version of themselves. Katie shares tips for proper fueling for sport, macronutrient tips and how to get enough, how to overcome your desire to be "smaller", how to heal your body image battle and so much more. Find Katie at: Instagram: @sportsdietitiankatie Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST...
In this episode I break down some of my TOP TIPS to keep your period (or maintain regular, healthy cycles) while also training hard: whether it be for an upcoming race, an event, for life. You may believe training hard as a woman can sometimes come at the cost of our hormone health...but ONLY when we neglect these specific tools and tips. Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWWwJXokLI6z_auNgvwyotc/edit?usp=driv...
In this episode I interview Carrie Bradshaw, a runner who underwent double hip replacement at the age of 40 after being diagnosed with hip dysplasia and was told she would never run again. Carrie defied the odds and became the first runner to ever complete the Boston Marathon with 2 metal hips. Her story is impactful and inspiring! Find Carrie at: Instagram: @bionicrunnerbabe Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705c...
In this episode I interview Serena Marie, a Registered Dietitian who specializes in helping female runners properly fuel their bodies so they can repair/aid their metabolism, have healthy hormones, progress as runners, practice self-love and improve their wellbeing. We chat about the detriments of underfueling, how to handle poor body image, how the metabolism is damaged when you undereat, healing your hormones and so much more. Find Serena at: Instagram: @runnergirldietitian Support th...
In this episode I interview the amazing Meg: a period recovery advocate and educator! Meg uses her online space to share period recovery tips, information and advice, all while becoming a hypothalamic amenorrhea practitioner herself. Meg believes in the importance of healthy hormones and food and exercise freedom. This conversation will help you navigate hormone healing, period and eating disorder recovery and so much more. Find Meg at: Instagram: @meg.n.recovery Support the show ...
In this episode I answer HONEST questions about pregnancy that have been submitted to me over time! Now that I'm in the 3rd trimester, I wanted to share my responses and be as real as possible with you all. Please enjoy! Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWWwJXokLI6z_auNgvwyotc/edit?usp=drivesdk SAVINGS: The HA Society: Save $50 when you mention Knight Fit HERE: https://www.thehasociety.com/ Inito Fer...
In this episode I interview the amazing Amy Haas (@raceacrossthestates) about her pregnancy (she's now in the 2nd trimester!) after experiencing loss. She shares her experience with first trimester anxiety and sickness, opens up about the realities of pregnancy, speaks to training during pregnancy, touches on her journey with loss and so much more. This is a beautiful episode for anyone trying to conceive, who's experienced loss, is currently pregnant or just is curious about her journey! F...
In this episode I answer YOUR submitted period recovery/hormone healing questions. This is the October 2025 edition (1 year since I recovered my period!). I answer questions around weight gain, nutrition, ideal training routine, tracking progress, top tips for healing and so much more. Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWWwJXokLI6z_auNgvwyotc/edit?usp=drivesdk SAVINGS: The HA Society: Save $50 when you ment...
In this episode I interview the fantastic, vulnerable and authentic Jacqueline Richelle--a woman who has run 11 marathons (6 world majors) while balancing motherhood and a career. Jacqueline continues to share the REAL side of running, body image and finding confidence in the sport, no matter your pace or goals. This is a great listen if you struggle to find your place in the running community, are looking for inspiration or are seeking a safe place to chat about any of these topics. ...
In this episode I interview Ruth Atkinson, a runner, mother and running coach who once went through period recovery. Her journey details how healing allowed her to better appreciate motherhood, running, and balancing all that life brings. This is a must listen for anyone struggling with a missing period, fertility or balancing running and motherhood. Find Ruth at: Instagram: @runwithruth Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-...
In this episode I interview Rebecca Johnstone, a runner turned running coach who has so much strength, wisdom and insight to share about her own eating disorder recovery story. We chat about her history, the lessons she learned and how she uses her past to reach new goals in running, fitness and life. Find Rebecca at: Instagram: @rebeccaj3 Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWWwJXokLI6z_auNgvwyotc/edit?usp=drivesd...
In this episode I list some red flags around training, eating and wellness behavior that are worth calling out! If you still struggle with any of these, it may be a sign you still have healing to do. Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWWwJXokLI6z_auNgvwyotc/edit?usp=drivesdk SAVINGS: The HA Society: Save $50 when you mention Knight Fit HERE: https://www.thehasociety.com/ Inito Fertility Monitor,...
In this episode I chat with Ciandra Birnbaum, an eating disorder recovery coach who focuses on helping her clients rebuild their trust with food and their bodies. Ciandra discusses her own history with an eating disorder, how she helps clients today, why healing is so difficult, toxic trends we need to leave behind us and so much more. This conversation is a MUST listen. Find Ciandra at: Instagram: @flourishwithciandra Website: flourishwithciandra.com Podcast: Recover to Flourish Suppor...
In this episode I interview the sweet Gabby Marechal, a women's health and fitness coach who has underwent period (hormone) healing while playing a collegiate sport! Gabby shares her experience, her learnings, how she helps women heal today and how she now trains for success and new goals! This was such an engaging episode. Find Gabby at: Instagram: @gabbycmfitness Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWWwJX...
In this episode I chat with running coach and mother, Maddie. Maddie has undergone a double mastectomy, recovered from an eating disorder and continues to chase goals--now a running coach who helps runners run through pregnancy and postpartum, Maddie's story is so inspiring! Find Maddie at: Instagram: @joyful_runner_minneapolis Coaching: joyfulrunningcoaching.com Support the show KNIGHT FIT PODCAST EPISODE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nu-TtnLqgkiqz705cXsRlWWwJXokLI6z_a...








