The Practice Brave Podcast

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242: The Power of Adaptability: Alena Alsruhe on Pregnancy and Postpartum in Your 40s

September 02, 2026

In this insightful episode, I sit down with Alena Alsruhe to talk about her experience navigating pregnancy and postpartum in her 40s and the mindset shifts that came with becoming a mother later in life. Alena shares how she approached pregnancy and postpartum with curiosity, intentionality, and a willingness to learn. We talk about adapting training and physical activity, navigating the mental and emotional changes of motherhood, and why being proactive about your health can make such a dif...

241: How We Decided to Grow Our Family Again — The Power of Control and Perspective in Motherhood

August 05, 2026

In this episode, I'm sharing one of my most personal stories: my journey through pregnancy, birth, and the lessons that have shaped me as both a mother and a coach.   I reflect on what it was like deciding to grow our family after a challenging postpartum experience, and how those experiences influenced the way I approached my next pregnancy and birth. We talk about the importance of self-advocacy, finding the right support system, and recognizing what we can and can't control throughout mo...

240: Building Battles Jiu Jitsu: How the First 6 Months is Going

July 29, 2026

In this episode, Jared and I pull back the curtain on what it's really been like to build Battles Jiu Jitsu from the ground up.   We reflect on the first several months of opening our gym, the challenges we've navigated, and the values that have shaped every decision we've made along the way. More than building a successful business, our goal has always been to create a place where people of all ages feel welcome, supported, and excited to learn.   We talk about why community matters more tha...