Health and wellness is a billion-dollar industry—and yet, the country’s never been unhealthier. Something. Needs. To. Change. This week, Les and I talk about where the industry is currently and where I hope it will evolve to. It’s about health, not bodies. It’s about empowerment, not shame. Let’s make that change from the inside out, Team!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out ...
Injuries are the way our bodies tell us to listen up and slow down. They can provide cues to deeper issues, both physical AND mental, but they don’t always have to be detrimental. A lot of positive opportunity lies within injury if you pay attention to your body and spirit. Listen on to learn more and enjoy! 50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out Start Moving, a workout se...
We’re tackling a big one this week—we’re talkin’ about BODIES! As humans our self-worth can often get wrapped up in what we look like, so how do we push past that? How do we reprogram the way we think and see our physical selves and recognize our greater potential—beyond our bodies? Les and I explore these questions and more in this very personal episode.50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmov...
Perseverance means different things to different people—so on this episode, Les and I decided to break it down a bit. We explore the positives of how it can help you stay healthy and grounded, but we also touch on the darker side of productive trauma. I even give my endorsement on the benefits of quitting! It’s a different world out there, Team, so let’s persevere together!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library...
Team, I’m feeling a certain type of way. The world is facing uncertain times and Les and I just wanted to take a breath, check in, and reconnect with you. In this episode, we talk about life during quarantine, how we cope now that normal routines aren’t available, and how the world will forever be changed—hopefully for the better. Stay moving, stay positive, and stay home, Team!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move li...
In the season finale of the podcast, Les and I play a fun game of questions. We talk about traveling, night life, favorite things, hopes, dreams—you name it! Recording the first season of my podcast has been the most amazing experience and I’m so grateful to every single one of you who have tuned in and supported along the way. Thank you, Team!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check...
Team! It’s finally time for my favorite topic—MOVEMENT! It’s my first love, my life’s work, and my identity—so I was super excited to sit down with Les and dive into this! 50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out Start Moving, a workout series for true beginners! — https://startmoving.com/
Let’s talk fuel! In this episode of the podcast, Les and I discuss different types of fuel—for your mind, body, and soul. It’s food, it’s media, it’s energy—anything you can consume counts! We also talk about the power that energy can have on your physical and mental state, and how movement is the ultimate reset button. 50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out Start Moving, ...
In this episode, I answer more questions from the Team. We dive into a variety of topics including my thoughts on genetics and what it was like to be a muscular girl growing up, not comparing myself to others, my shoe collection and my thoughts on avoiding injuries. We also touch on diet culture and what motivates me to get out of bed every morning. Tune in now to get the inside scoop on the above and round out our Q&A episode!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a questio...
This week Les and I are switching things up and answering some questions from the Team. We discuss everything from the moment I gained my self-confidence, to how I recover from workouts, to advice I would give for those looking to find their passion. We also chat about a very exciting project I’m working on in 2020!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out Start Moving, a workout ...
Social media. A blessing and a curse. I’m so grateful to have a platform where I can share my love for movement with the world. But with most good things, there’s always a flipside. In this episode, Les and I discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of social media—from the moment I started to where I’m at now, we break it all down.50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out Start Mo...
Alright Team! We’re getting a bit personal this week as Les and I dive into relationships. We discuss my current status...how I feel about dating, what friendships look like at this age, and the most important relationship of all – the one I have with myself.50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out Start Moving, a workout series for true beginners! — https://startmoving.com/
What do you think about when you hear the term self-care? Instagram would have us believe it’s face mask on, feet up, watching Netflix. In this episode, Les and I breakthrough the self-care boundaries set by social media. I talk about my journey to self-love and how learning to be unapologetic about who I am has been the best form of self-care I’ve found so far!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://...
On this episode of the KaisaFit podcast IT. GETS. REAL. Les and I take a deep dive into some intense topics—vulnerability, creating balance, goal setting, and so much more! We talk about the evolution of the KaisaFit brand and my thoughts on being an entrepreneur. This episode definitely gives you an inside scoop as I open up about what things are like behind the scenes. I’m excited for you all to get to know me a bit better!50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — ht...
Team! I’m so excited (and a bit nervous) to share a different side of myself with you in my brand-new podcast! In this first episode, I sit down with my cohost Les from Balanced Black Girl. We dig into everything from how I got my start, to why I’m so passionate about movement, and my relationship with my own body. We also discuss why I believe it’s so important to listen to your body—and how to start deprogramming your mind from society’s idea of beauty. Give it a listen and let me know what...
Kaisa Keranen is a personal trainer, fitness educator and social media influencer known for her fun and innovative ways to get people moving. She graduated from the University of Washington where she was a member of the Track and Field team and later went on to get her Masters in Exercise Science, Sports Performance and Injury Prevention. As owner of KaisaFit, she has developed her own method of movement which she shares daily with her clients and social media followers world wide. She lives and teaches by the motto that health is a feeling not a look and believes whole-heartedly in her mission to get people around the world up and moving!Support the show (https://kaisafit.com/shop)
What's up Team? We are putting the podcast on a quick pause as we search for a new studio. In the meantime, please come find us on Just Move and Start Moving, send in your questions, and keep moving with us!Happy holidays, Team! 50% OFF Just Move — https://justmove.com/50offAsk us a question — https://kaisafit.com/askCheck out the Just Move library! — https://justmove.com/Check out Start Moving, a workout series for true beginners! — https://startmoving.com/
Welcome back, Team! This week we’re bringing you Part Two of our discussion with Megan Young, Performance Coach for the Seattle Sounders! In this episode, we dive into Megan’s approach to training. She discusses programming for teams, training around competition schedules, and how she takes training data into account.Books that Megan recommends on the show:Synergetics by Buckminster FullerUnderstanding the Human Foot by James EarlsFascia by Robert SchleipAlgorithms to Live By by Brian C...
What’s up, Team! This week, we’ve got a special guest: Megan Young, Performance Coach for the Seattle Sounders! In Part One of this episode, Kaisa and Megan discuss how Megan got her start in the industry and trace the upward trajectory of her career path, from Megan’s early beginnings and the role of sports in her life growing up, to her journey towards personal training and later, athletic coaching. They touch on Megan’s motivation and drive, her successful battle with leukemia, her stellar...
Welcome back, Team! This week, Kaisa is buzzin on no-added-sugar granola, and Mike is buzzin on a book called Atomic Habits. Then we jump into our topic for the week: the holidays! Kaisa and Mike discuss all things related to the holiday season, from holiday parties to favorite holiday meals and drinks, and how the holiday experience is different in adulthood vs. childhood. Finally, they explore strategies for handling expectations and pressure and setting boundaries to take care of yourself ...