TREADtalks

Welcome to TREADtalks. Each week, Stef will go the extra mile talking about all things fitness and life. There are no topics that are off limits. Instagram: @stefana.avara Tiktok: @stefana.avara Shop activewear 🤍 LIAISONLABEL.COM / @LIAISONLABEL Move with me 🤍 @LIAISON

How to become a morning person & the power of routines when re-inventing yourself

This week's episode: How to become a morning person & the power of routines when re-inventing yourself. Welcome BACK to TREADtalks! It has been two years since Stefana last published an episode of TREADtalks, and we are SO excited to be back! Once a chronic over-sleeper and self-proclaimed "night owl," Stefana has spent these past few years tapping into her new identity as a ✨morning person.✨ During this week's episode Stef dives into her updated morning and evening routines and walks through her daily rituals step by step. If you've been trying to become a morning person but don't know where to start - start here with this episode. A link to all of the products Stefana uses in her routines - ⁠here⁠ Try out ClassPass & get 20 free credits: ⁠https://classpass.com/refer/C8LA9TMJ22⁠ Follow Stefana on Instagram: @stefana.avara Follow Stefana on TikTok: @stefana.avara Check out Stefana's brand, Liaison the Label - Custom Activewear for Women - @liaisonlabel / liaisonlabel.com

05-21
01:14:34

Working Out at Influencer Hot Spots (Alphalete, Zoo Culture, Wish House)

New format, same Stefana.  Welcome back to TREADtalks. Each week, Stef will go the extra mile talking about all things fitness and life. There are no topics that are off limits.  .  This week, Stefana discusses her experiences working out at the fitness influencer hubs: Alphalete, Zoo Culture & the Wish House. .  From being covered in flies and dirt, to being taken on a free shopping spree in Dan Bilzerian’s old house…these fitfluencer hubs are full of surprises .  Alphalete (1:57 - 9:06)  Zoo Culture (9:06 - 23:56)  Wish House (23:56 - 41:15)  .  Follow Stef on Instagram  Follow Stef on TikTok Shop the Supplements Stef Uses HERE Shop Stef's Activewear Brand HERE .   If you have any topic recommendations feel free to email stefana@definingactive.com

07-21
43:13

The Good & Bad of Owning a Business + Life Updates

In this week’s episode, Stefana talks about some of the things she has encountered throughout her journey as a business owner. From the live workout event in Tampa, to the launch of the Coastal Collection for Liaison the Label, this episode runs through some of the biggest wins and losses of the past few months & the impacts they’ve had on her mental health.

09-28
58:10

I Finally Left the Frat House

In this week’s episode, Stef breaks down her cross-country move. She talks about why she ultimately decided not to more to New York City & how she chose St. Petersburg. From finances to finding new friends, Stef breaks down every aspect of her moving journey and encourages you to do the same if you feel drained in your current environment.

06-19
41:08

The Reality of Screen Time & Social Media Consumption!

In this week's episode, Stef opens up about her increased screen-time and the impact it has on her mental health. Stef talks about the correlation between our social media usage and our body image, productivity and spending habits. She also offers some tips for steps you can take to create space for yourself away from your device.

05-18
46:09

Top 5 Take-Aways from College

In today’s episode Stefana talks about her top 5 take-aways from her undergraduate/college experience. From the classroom to the bars, this episode offers tips for success & support for self-forgiveness. This episode also starts with some brief life updates including Liaison launch updates, her newly long-distance relationship and her lasik procedure from Bloomberg Eye in Columbus.

05-10
36:59

Being the “Floater Friend”

In this weeks episode, Stefana sits down to talk about her experience being the “floater friend.” From high-school, to college, to post grad, Stef opens a thoughtful conversation about how hard it can be when you feel like you don’t “belong.” In this episode, Stef asks some big-sister-style questions about your current friendships. If you’ve ever felt alone or struggled to find a “friend group,” this one’s for you.

04-07
49:02

“Your life doesn’t end after college” - Tea Time with Becca Moore

The first ever video-version of TREADtalks is live now! In this week's episode, Stefana sits down with TikTok's favorite future president, aka the girl that is "for the girls, not the guys," Becca Moore. Becca and Stef recently met and clicked right away; they both graduated from Ohio University but didn't become friends until post grad. This episode explores all topics influencers/brand deals, REVOLVE connections, putting an end to your "facetune era," what it's like to take risks in your career as a young adult...and of course, some things that boys should not be allowed to have. Stefana's Socials: Instagram: @defining.fitness TikTok: @defining.fitness Website: definingfitness.org Becca's Socials: Instagram: @becccamooore TikTok: @becccamooore

03-30
01:08:11

So You Want to be an Influencer? Tea & Tips About Entering the Industry

In today’s episode Stef tells all the secrets of the influencer industry and answers the questions no one else will. How much money do influencers make? How do they make money? How much was her biggest brand deal? How should you get started in the industry? From tea to tips - if you’ve ever considered becoming a content creator, listen to this podcast episode first.

03-02
01:04:20

Exposing Myself… Things I Did When I was Insecure

In Today’s episode, Stef goes into detail on all the ways her insecurities manifested over the years. From diet pills to savage VSCO stalking, if you’ve done it, Stef probably did too… at the end of the day, we were all teenage girls at some point, right? Stef also anonymously talks about some of the “cult members” deepest confessions regarding your own insecurities.

02-17
54:12

I’m Struggling Lately… Let’s Catch Up

I’m today’s episode, Stef opens up about her current struggles & how she is REALLY doing lately.

01-25
43:51

Starting My Dream Business & All the Things I F*cked Up Along the Way

In today’s episode, Stef talks ALL about starting Defining Active. From finances to the design process, she’s spilling all the tea about what it took to follow her dream. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or just a fan of Defining Active, this episode offers all types of business & life advice.

12-22
01:04:33

Blackout Wednesday & Thanksgiving Body Image/Food Triggers

In this episode, Stefana talks about the infamous “blackout Wednesday” (the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving) and sets a few ground rules for returning to your hometown when there’s alcohol involved. She then discusses how to appropriately talk to people about food/body image during Thanksgiving and what to do if a family member comments on your body or eating habits. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

11-23
42:15

Body Neutrality, Black Friday Stress & Returning to Workouts Post Sickness

In today’s episode, Stef talks about the differences between body positivity, body negativity, and body neutrality. She discusses her journey implementing body neutrality into her every day life and how it has helped her body image. She also discusses the idea of being insecure with a “god complex” and why Black Friday stresses her TF out. Lastly, Stef explains how she will approach her return to training since she had the flu this past week.

11-19
45:26

Advice you NEED to hear, even though you might not WANT to

In this episode, Stef offers "big sister-style" advice on topics that you might not WANT to hear, but you NEED to hear. The advice ranges from fitness & food, to relationships & friendships.  @defining.fitness on ALL platforms

11-11
50:26

Let’s Catch Up… NYFW, Influencer Culture & Training for Aesthetics

In this episode, Stef talks about her experience at NYFW, breaking down the tea & explaining that the event might not be what you think. She also talks about why she dropped out of grad school and the taboo idea of training for aesthetics…Specifically, the mental battle of wanting to look like a jacked, female body-builder some days vs. wanting to look like a lean, slim model on others.

09-21
44:31

Who do you know here? #sororityrecruitment

In this week’s episode, Stef dives into the good, the bad and the ugly behind sorority recruitment. This episode offers advice on how to handle talking to girls for 8+ hours a day, what to wear, and behind the scenes details & advice that no one else wants to tell you….😅☕️ Follow Stef on Instagram  Follow Stef on TikTok Shop the Supplements Stef Uses HERE Shop Stef's Activewear Brand HERE

08-16
59:46

Sad Girl Hours

This week, Stefana discusses her experience dealing with depression and the unique ways it manifested itself. This candid conversation about mental health will prove that mental health journeys are not linear & that we all cope in different ways.  Follow Stef on Instagram  Follow Stef on TikTok Shop the Supplements Stef Uses HERE Shop Stef's Activewear Brand HERE

07-27
29:24

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