Best Workout Journal Podcasts (2025)

Welcome back to Gym Bag Confessions — the podcast where we normalize being a hot mess and making gains anyway 💅 In this episode, AnnMarie and Rochelle open up about how it’s been a full month since their last challenge… and they still don’t have their sh*t together. From gut-healing protocols gone rogue, string cheese debates, chaotic gym routines,…

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28. School and Subjects 37:10

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Today we’re diving into a topic that almost everyone has something to say about, school. Whether you loved school or hated it, you probably spent a big part of your life there. So in this episode, we’ll go through how to talk about school, studying, subjects, homework, grades, and classroom situations in Swedish. You can download the transcript, vo…

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Check in for July 11th 2025 3:23

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Here is my check in for July 11th 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Check in July 10th 2025 3:25

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Here is my Check In for July 10th 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Check in for July 9th 2025 2:57

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Here is my check in for July 9th 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Check In July 8th 2025 3:54

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Here is my check in for July 8th 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Data + Love = Workout Wednesday, Space Camp, and Community Inspirations with Caroline Swiger 47:52

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Tableau Community mainstay Caroline Swiger talks about her 200+ public vizzes across B2VB, Workout Wednesday, the DuboisChallenge and more We also talk about our community connections and inspirations, natural disasters, space camp, and more

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Check in For July 7th 2025 3:36

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Here is my check in for July 7th 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Check in for July 6th 2025 4:54

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Here is my Check In for July 6th 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Check in for July 5 2025 3:12

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Here is my Check in for July 5 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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27. Your Wardrobe 41:28

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Today’s episode is all about clothing, your wardrobe, how to talk about what you’re wearing, and all the fun vocabulary around shopping, style, fabrics, and describing clothes in Swedish. You’ll also get some useful phrases to express your taste, describe other people’s outfits, and even complain about uncomfortable pants. You can download the tran…

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Check in for July 4th 2025 4:57

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Here is my check in for July 4th 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Being Mormon F*cked My Fitness Journey (But Here’s What Helped) 32:10

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😮 Growing up Mormon taught Rochelle to be "perfect"—on the outside. But that pressure didn’t just mess with her mental health… it wrecked her fitness journey too. In this raw and hilarious confessional, Rochelle and AnnMarie dive deep into how perfectionism shaped their identities, their bodies, and their burnout. In this episode: How religious pre…

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Check in for July 3 2025 4:44

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Here is my check in for July 3 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Check In For July 2 2025 5:10

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Here is my Check In for 7/2/25 it was a rough day Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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July 1st 2025 5:56

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Here is my check in for July 1st 2025 Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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Check in for June 30th 2025 6:39

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Here is my check in for June 30th 2025 as I talk about Day 1 of my Mock Prep Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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26. Unique Swedish Words 23:51

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If you’ve ever felt like you almost understand a Swedish word but can’t quite find an English equivalent, this episode is for you. This week, we’re going to explore some uniquely Swedish words that are difficult to translate directly into English. These words often capture feelings, states of mind, or ways of being that don’t quite exist in the sam…

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Why Extreme Routines Lead to Burnout & What to Do Instead 30:06

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In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we’re getting real about something way too many of us fall for: extreme fitness routines that promise quick results but leave us burned out and over it. 🥵 We talk about why going 110% all the time doesn’t actually get you where you want to be—and what actually does work instead. Rochelle opens up about her ow…

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Data + Love = Community, Leadership, and Remote Work with Britt Stanier 57:30

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Tableau Community Manager Britt Stanier talks about career, community, and changes to the Tableau Ambassador Program Nominate someone making a difference right now!

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25. Animals and Pets 25:28

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Today we’re talking about animals, nature, and pets. And as a little grammar bonus, I’ll introduce you to how we talk about things that happened in the past tense in Swedish. This is known as imperfekt or preteritum, I went, I ate, we swam, we flew. You know what I’m talking about. You can download the transcript, vocabulary list, and exercises on …

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24. Sports and Workouts 35:21

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Today’s topic is working out… or sports I guess! You’ll learn useful words and phrases to talk about moving your body (or not), different types of workouts, and how you feel afterwards. And we’ll also go through an important grammar rule: how to place the word inte in a sentence. That little word is sneaky! You can download the transcript, vocabula…

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Data + Love = Career Transitions, Personal Development, and Luck with Eva Murray 53:25

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Data & Tech Career Coach Eva Murry joins the show to talk all things careers, Makeover Monday, and Tableau Community Unstick your career with her Eva Murray | Career Coaching for Data & Tech Professionals

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Why Journaling Helped Me Finally Lose Weight 47:35

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In this week’s episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we're talking about the one habit that completely changed our fitness (and life!) game: weekly and daily planning. From tracking weight loss goals to budgeting money and staying mentally grounded — this habit is the foundation behind every glow-up we've had. We’re also spilling: 💪 A Hot Girl Summer win…

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Introduction 5:53

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In this first episode of the Rugged Warrior Daily Check In Podcast I introduce myself and what this show is about. Follow my journey at https://linktr.ee/Rugged_warriorBy Ricky

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23. Journaling in Swedish 7:48

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There are many ways of studying Swedish on your own. And studies show that a varied approach is often the best. You want to listen, read, write, speak, study vocabulary, teach others, use multiple senses, and most importantly: use retrieval practice. Today’s episode is going to focus on creating a journaling practice in Swedish. A way for you to wr…

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22. How to Describe Things in Swedish 33:50

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The first weeks of the podcast we talked about En and Ett, and the fact that adjectives change depending on the noun’s gender. This week, we are going to repeat some of the adjective you learned in those early episodes, and learn some new ones. You can download the transcript, vocabulary list, and exercises on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/slows…

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BBLs, Booty Gains, & ChatGPT Therapy: Our Wild Wellness Chat 49:38

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rom booty-building workout classes to AI-led emotional breakdowns (hi, ChatGPT 👋), this episode is one hot girl spiral… and we’re loving every second of it. Rochelle and AnnMarie are back with confessions, gym wins, and a raw, hilarious take on fitness, hormones, and what it really means to show up for your body. We kick things off with BBL drama a…

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Data + Love = SciFi, NeuroDiversity, and Community with Lawrence Durbin 1:00:40

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Tableau Ambassador and TUG co-lead Lawrence Durbin and I let our geek flags fly in this fun start-of-summer conversation. We talk ADHD, universal design, SciFi, and community Check him out at http://datadivergent.com/

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920: Big Asian Energy With Sheena Yap Chan 43:39

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Info from Big Asian Energy In this empowering episode of Big Asian Energy, we sit down with Sheena Yap Chan—Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and host of The Tao of Self-Confidence podcast. With over 800 interviews under her belt, Sheena brings deep insight into what holds so many women back from fully stepping into their power—and w…

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21. Swedish in the Wild: Asking for Directions 25:28

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In this week's episode of Swedish in the Wild, we’re outside. Out and about. You’re in a new city or a new part of town and you need to figure out how to get somewhere! You can download the transcript, vocabulary list, and exercises on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/slowswedish/membership Browse all episodes here: https://slowswedish.com/ Happy l…

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We Are Spiralling 🌀 and How We Stopped It 51:22

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🚨 We spiraled this week, HARD. In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we get super real about: ➡️ Gut health poop tests (yes, literally) ➡️ Chocolate binges and macro meltdowns ➡️ Body image spirals and negative self-talk ➡️ How a $200 Ninja Creami became our mental health support system ➡️ Why tracking your wins (even buying brownies) matters We’…

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20. Can You Keep Up? [QUIZ 1] 6:56

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Hej alla! It's finally time for a little quiz to see how far you've come in the first 20 weeks of this podcast. I'm sure you will be able to keep up just fine. To test your Swedish skills, download and complete the Quiz document while listening to the episode. Then correct your quiz using the Key document. Thank you for listening to these 20 weeks!…

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What's in Your Gym Bag? 46:40

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Welcome back to another episode of Gym Bag Confessions! In this hilarious, unfiltered, and surprisingly educational episode, AnnMarie and Rochelle dive deep—literally—into their gym bags and expose all the chaos, essentials, and surprises hiding inside. 🎒 From hip thrust pads and energy drinks to psychic business cards (yes, really), the girls comp…

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Data + Love = Inspiration, Passion, and Viz Basics with Victory Omovrah 47:55

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Tableau Ambassador Victory Omovrah drops in to talk about her beginnings in public work, inspiration, and growth

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919: Connected Women With Gina Romero 18:10

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Bio Gina Romero is the founder of Connected Women. Cultural Background Gina is of Filipina and British descent. Favorite Self Confidence Quote Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? Definition of Self Confidence Self-confidence is not having everything figured out but you take the first step anyway. Her Life Before…

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19. How Are You Feeling? 30:02

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Hur mår du idag? How are you today? That is a question you will learn to both ask and answer in this week’s episode. We are going to cover the most common feelings, both when it comes to emotions and health. You can download the transcript, vocabulary list, and exercises on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/slowswedish/membership Browse all episodes…

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ChatGPT, Fitness Trackers, and Smart Watches 42:32

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In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we dive into the world of tech and training. From ChatGPT in your gym routine to fitness trackers and smart watches, we’re exploring how technology can either support or sabotage your fitness goals. We’re chatting: 🤖 How ChatGPT can (and can’t) help with your workouts ⌚ Fitness apps & trackers we use and love…

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Stop the Self-Sabotage: Make Real Changes with Grace 48:56

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You don't have to bully yourself into progress. In this episode, we're getting real about how to make lasting change--without the guilt, shame, or "all-or-nothing" mindset. We talk about why grace is more effective than grind, how to recognize your inner critic, and what it really takes to build habits that stick. Let's stop making ourselves the vi…

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18. Food and Beverages 22:25

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I hope you’re not hungry while listening to this, because today we are talking about food, food, food, and more food. And some drinks as well. Mat och dryck! I’m not going to lie, I’m pretty hungry right now. So we’ll see how this goes... You can download the transcript, vocabulary list, and exercises on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/slowswedish…

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Data + Love = Tableau Conference 2025 Recap with Mark Bradbourne 49:56

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Tableau Legend and Iron Viz Judge Mark Bradbourne pops in for a Tableau Conference recap. We talk hits, misses, the community and more. For more Mark check out his podcast 'Songs that Don't Suck'

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Creatine Disasters, When Calorie Deficits Don’t Work & Pushing Past the Burn 37:51

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This episode gets a little unhinged. AnnMarie and Rochelle talk about creatine disasters, when not to be in a calorie deficit, and how to actually train to failure for maximum muscle gains. Whether you’re on a cut or trying to get stronger, this one’s full of truth bombs.💥 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL SUMMER CHALLENGE! Starts May 1, 2025 but you’re welcome …

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918: Just Say Yes With Sara Fung 20:05

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Bio Sara Fung is a career navigation expert and RN with 17 years of experience in healthcare and leadership. Cultural Background Sara is of Chinese descent. Favorite Self Confidence Quote The minute you learn to love yourself, you would not want to be anyone else. Definition of Self Confidence Self-confidence is about being sure of who you are. Her…

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17. Swedish Idiomatic Expressions 13:17

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When learning a new language, idiomatic expressions can be equally fun and confusing. What in the world do they mean?? I love idiomatic expressions, but I'm not a huge fan of teaching them just for the shock factor or "lolz". So this week, I will only be teaching you expressions that are commonly used in Sweden in 2025. No old-timey stuff that soun…

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16. Welcome to My Crib! (In Swedish) 33:36

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Welcome to my crib, dear listeners! This week, you will learn new vocabulary about homes, rooms, and furniture. I will take you through my house and describe what the rooms look like. I would love to hear you describe a room in your home as well. Feel free to share in the comments on Patreon! You can download the transcript, vocabulary list, and ex…

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What No One Tells You About Losing Weight Over Time 40:25

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Welcome back to another episode of Gym Bag Confessions! This week, AnnMarie and Rochelle are keeping it real about the hard truths of weight loss—starting with this 🔥 mantra: F* your feelings, follow the plan.** From Rochelle’s “immune-boosting” gummy vitamin confession (😂) to AnnMarie’s emotional snack attack mid-closet cleanout, this episode is p…