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Grow the Good
Grow the Good, formerly The Sonya Looney Show, is your guide to continual personal growth, meaningful connections, and positive impact in the world. Challenge the idea that you are broken or need fixing. Instead, discover how to cultivate the good that already exists within you and amplify the strengths and potential you may not yet realize you have. Grounded in the science of positive psychology and guided by the pillars of purpose, vitality, resilience, hope, and connection, each episode is…
Episodes
Grow the GoodOvercoming Personal Limits with Izzy Fischer
What does it take to overcome personal limits? Former Professional Triathlete and Entrepreneur, Izzy Fischer knows all about it. From bumping up against…
Grow the GoodStrength Training for Cyclists with Dialed Health
An often overlooked part of endurance training is strength training for cyclists. Many of us just want to ride our bike, but we don't realize that strength…
Grow the GoodNutrition Tips for Endurance Athletes with Anne Guzman
A common topic of conversation is nutrition tips for endurance athletes. There are many different approaches, but understanding the basics of sports nutrition…
Grow the GoodThe Athlete Mother Series: Consistency and Daily Actions
The journey of being an athlete mother is an interesting one. From being a pregnant athlete to navigating life and training with a baby, there are so many…
Grow the GoodThe Female Cyclist Changing the Sport: Kathryn Bertine
Kathryn Bertine is a retired professional female cyclist, an activist for equity in women's pro cycling, author, and documentary filmmaker. You might have…
Grow the GoodHow to Make Better Decisions and Routines with Robyn Conley Downs
Robyn Conley downs, author and podcast host of The Feel Good Effect believes wellness needs to be simplified into small shifts to create big changes in your…
Grow the GoodLife Lessons from Cyclocross Champion and Mom, Nikki Brammeier
Nikki Brammeier is a cyclocross champion and had her first baby during lockdown in 2020. Nikki has stood on many World Cup Cyclocross podiums (12 to be exact)…
Grow the GoodMolly Hurford and The Consummate Athlete: Up Your Game
Molly Hurford is the co-host of The Consummate Athlete Podcast and her new book co-written with her husband: Becoming a Consummate Athlete. Molly Hurford has…
Grow the GoodThe Key to Boosting Confidence: Start with Self-Acceptance
Confidence - it can be hard to boost your confidence when you feel like you are lacking it. But research shows that increasing confidence is actually a…
Grow the GoodTraining the Pelvic Floor for Performance with Corinne Wade
Pelvic health and training the pelvic floor for performance was something I thought only applied to pregnancy and post-partum women. So when I became pregnant…
Grow the GoodSelf-Talk for Performance: Mental Skills for Athletes
Self-talk for performance is like the secret weapon you didn't know you had. Your body only gets you so far, and a lot of the time it's your mind that gets you…
Grow the GoodMetabolic Health for Athletes with Casey Means, MD
Metabolic health might be something you've never considered. Metabolic health is way more than just the number on the scale or your BMI. It's considering…
Grow the Good9 Things I Learned in 2020
2020 was a crazy year for everyone. 2020 isn't only the year of COVID-19, Black Lives Matter, and the biggest voter turnout in the USA- it was the year I had…
Grow the GoodExercise Guidelines During Pregnancy and Post-Partum with Catherine Cram, MS
What are the real exercise guidelines during pregnancy and post-partum exercise guidelines? How do you safely exercise through your pregnancy? With the varied…
Grow the GoodThe Push for Plant-Based Baking with Ed and Natasha Tatton of BReD
Plant-based baking is on the rise and a fun fact you may not know- sourdough is actually plant-based! It's also considered a fermented food. Enter today's…
Grow the GoodDealing with Mom Guilt
Dealing with Mom Guilt is real for many busy women. This podcast is an audio re-creation of an article I wrote for Velonews via their Active Pass subscription…
Grow the GoodFinding Your Strong and with SWAP Coaches David and Megan Roche
Finding your strong isn't always easy, but if you're familiar with SWAP Coaches David and Megan Roche, you are probably familiar with their infectious…
Grow the GoodPlant-Based Nutrition for Children and Teens with Brenda Davis, RD and Reshma Shah, MD
The ultimate resource for plant-based nutrition for children and teens is here! Brenda Davis is one of the top authorities and dietitians in plant-based…
Grow the GoodEat, Race, Win with Professional Chef Hannah Grant
Hannah Grant has had a fascinating life. From joining the navy in search of discipline to working at the #1 ranked restaurant in the world , and to being a…
Grow the GoodDealing with Uncertainty during the Election and Beyond
This episode is about the tools to help you navigate uncertainty in your life, regardless of where you are on the political spectrum. These tools are helpful…
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How to Make Habits that Stick with James Clear
“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does…
Grow the GoodHow to Say What You Mean with Oren Jay Sofer
Sometimes it's hard to say what you mean. Oren Jay Sofer says, "Communication is a learnable skill and it’s one of the most powerful levers for making change…
Grow the GoodThe Revolutionary Potential of the Bicycle For Women with Author Hannah Ross
Hannah Ross has researched and documented the revolutionary potential of the bicycle. Her book, Revolutions: How Women Changed the World on Two Wheels is a…
Grow the GoodMy Athlete Motherhood Series Episode 6: Breastfeeding, Mental Toughness, and Confidence
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a…
Grow the GoodSports Psychology and How to Communicate with Your Kids as a Parent and Youth Coach with Dr. Jennifer Etnier
Have you ever thought about sports psychology and how to communicate with your kids as a parent and/or youth coach? First of all, most youth coaches are…
Grow the GoodCreating Positive Direction In Your Life with Stu Massengill
Stu Massengill has infectious positive energy. That makes sense because he is a National Trainer for Tony Robbins, podcast host of his show Finding Direction…
Grow the GoodMobility for Peak Performance with Kelly Starrett The Ready State
If you pay attention to mobility for peak performance then you've probably heard of Kelly Starrett from The Ready State (formerly MobilityWOD). Kelly is a…
Grow the GoodHow to Find Your Purpose with Misty Sansom
Find your purpose! How many times have we heard someone utter those words. The idea of purpose can be huge and intimidating. It's open-ended and it sometimes…
Grow the GoodMy Athlete Motherhood Series Episode 5: Aging, the Rate of Achievement & Breastfeeding for Athletes
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a…
Grow the GoodSprouts: All You Need to Know About This Nutritional Powerhouse with Doug Evans
Doug Evans and sprouts have a few things in common. They are both super healthy and both contain an incredible amount of potential energy. Doug has used his…
Grow the GoodDr. Michael Gervais and the Mental Skills of High Performance: Compete to Create
"You can train three things: your craft, your body, and your mind." That's something you'll frequently hear from world-renowned high-performance psychologist…
Grow the GoodHow Plants Heal Marginalized Communities: Stephen Ritz's GreenBronxMachine
Infectious positivity, inspirational curiousity, humor, and you Stephen Ritz is a South Bronx educator who believes that students should not have to leave…
Grow the GoodMy Athlete Motherhood Series Episode 4
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a…
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Your Comfort Zone Actually Isn't That Comfortable with Rob Scott
One of my favorite sayings is that limits live in our minds. Today's guest is all about helping people confront and overcome their own limiting beliefs by…
Grow the GoodTake Charge of Your Hormones with Alison Tierney, RD
Alison Tierney is a registered dietitian and board-certified in oncology nutrition and started her business, Wholesome LLC in 2015. After developing an…
Grow the GoodFrom X-Games Gold to Mom and Entrepreneur with Jen Hudak
Jen Hudak is an American freeski athlete specializing in halfpipe skiing. She is a 2-time world champion, 5-time X-Games medalist and 4-time national champion…
Grow the GoodHow Not to Diet with Dr. Michael Greger
Dr. Michael Greger is on a mission to give people information on how to live their healthiest lives. The obesity pandemic in North America and globally is…
Grow the GoodMy Athlete Motherhood Series Episode 3
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a…
Grow the GoodAlison Desir and Amir Figueroa: Running for Social Change
Alison Desir and Amir Figueroa are on a mission for social change. The two individually found their love of running – Amir’s father died of HIV when Amir was 4…
Grow the GoodThe Evolution and Success of Katerina Nash
Katerina Nash is a timeless force in the sport of cycling. Not only is she a 2x Olympian in Mountain Biking, but she also has been to the Olympics twice for…
Grow the GoodDiversity and Representation with Pro Cyclist Ayesha McGowan
Ayesha McGowan is the first African American female Professional Cyclist, riding for Liv Cycling. She's on a mission to advocate for representation and is an…
Grow the GoodMy Athlete Motherhood Series Episode 2
Once per month, I'm checking in with you to talk about my journey as a new athlete mom. I'll talk about time management, how getting back to and maintaining a…
Grow the GoodHow to Be a Better Communicator with Prokit's Co-Founder David Swain
I'm pretty excited about today's guest. The best thing about podcasting is I get to learn even more about a person's story, even when they are a friend! I…
Grow the GoodHow to Fuel Your Gut for Optimal Immunity and Performance with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
39 trillion. That is approximately how many bacteria that are living in your gut. Guess what feeds them? You. Everything you eat is either a step towards…
Grow the GoodThe One You Feed
I really enjoy public speaking and have had the honor to give keynote speeches on the topics of positive psychology, motivation and habits, nutrition and even…
Grow the GoodAthlete Motherhood and Pregnancy with Sonya Looney & Laura King
Pregnancy and motherhood looks different for everyone, but in this week's podcast episode I have a chat with fellow new cyclist mother, Laura King about our…
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How to Change Your Life with Derek Loudermilk
Derek Loudermilk might be one of the most interesting people you've ever met. He's discovered a new species of virus while in graduate school, he's traveled…
Grow the GoodHow Women Should Train, Supplement, and Recover Different from Men with Dr. Stacy Sims
Stacy Sims, PhD is a leading global expert on female Physiology & endurance training. You may be familiar with her popular book that I've personally read a few…
Grow the GoodSuper Immunity and Nutritional Excellence with Dr. Joel Fuhrman
Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, six-time New York Times best-selling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and…
Grow the GoodBe Happy, Be Barelli with Yoann Barelli
Yoann Barelli will make you smile. One word used to describe him by many is that he is a character. He is known for his enduro mountain bike prowess, his super…
Grow the GoodThe Voice of Ironman with Mike Reilly
If you're familiar with Ironman, then you've surely heard the voice of Mike Reilly. The four words, "You are an Ironman" are some of the most powerful words…
Grow the GoodWater Fasting, Keto Diets, and Nutrient Absorption with Dr. Michael Klaper
Michael Klaper, M.D. is a board-certified physician, internationally-recognized teacher, and sought-after speaker on diet and health. In addition to his…
Grow the GoodHow to Overcome Bad Habits and Cravings Using the Power of the Mind with Dr. Jud Brewer
Our most primitive cravings and habits come down to three words: Trigger, Behavior, Reward. But our brains can trick us into creating bad habits and driving is…
Grow the GoodUsing Your Mind to Go Faster with Matt Fitzgerald
Matt Fitzgerald is a runner, coach, nutritionist and acclaimed author of well over 25 books. You may have heard of his book on mental toughness- How Bad Do you…
Grow the GoodBe More Productive with Jeff Sanders
Being productive, getting up early to get stuff done, being organized- these are all traits I admire and aspire to do more of! What about boundary setting…
Grow the GoodThe Alchemy of Epic Rides with Todd Sadow
Todd Sadow founded Epic Rides in 1999 and produced the inaugural 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo with 176 participants in attendance. Since then, Epic Rides has…
Grow the GoodIs Your Self-Care Routine Stressing You Out?| Crush It Mondays
Self-care is a major buzzword and self-care has helped a lot of people create time for themselves. You often hear of creating a "self-care routine" that might…
Grow the GoodCory Muscara: The Mindfulness of Pain For a Meaningful Life
Cory Muscara is a super interesting person. Today, he is known for his work as a mindfulness teacher, author, podcaster, and speaker. You'll find his career…
Grow the GoodAre You Afraid of Hard Work? | Crush It Mondays
Today's topic is an interesting one and I want to talk about it just to inspire some thought around how we talk about hard work. It's more just a phrase or…
Grow the GoodHow To Get Sponsored with Molly Hurford
Molly Hurford has built her career with several aims in mind: Write constantly, race often, travel frequently and live on her own terms, mostly outside. While…