For all you dreamers out there this episode is your reminder to go after that big, wild goal. Magnolia Barney, the visionary behind Pink Fitness Club, afull-service gym designed exclusively for women. Magnolia is chasing a huge dream to create a safe, uplifting space where women can work out, connect, and truly belong.

Because building a brick-and-mortar gym is no small feat, she’s currently fundraising to make it happen. From prenatal yoga and self-defense classes to a soda bar, luxe locker rooms, and community events, Magnolia’s vision is all about empowerment, confidence, and connection.

If you’re in Utah or simply believe in supporting women who dream big this is your chance to help make history. Whether it’s $1 or $5, every bit helps bring Pink Fitness Club to life.

• Donate: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pinkfitnessclub/pink-fitness-club-utahs-women-only-gym

• Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pink.fitness.club/

When are habits really broken not just paused? In this episode of 52 weeks, author Wesley Farnsworth shares how he traced destructive patterns to their roots, built guardrails with prayer, music, and a simple morning routine, and leaned on community, counseling, SMART goals, and a no-filter journaling practice. We dig into vulnerability, faith, and the long road to finishing his debut The Blueprint of Becoming, then leave you with a 7-day journaling challenge to spot themes and take one concrete next step.

• Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1632968428

• Connect with Wesley: https://wesleyfarnsworth.com/start/

Are you getting enough sleep? Psychiatric nurse practitioner Andrea Beckstrom joins Steph to talk about what sleep hygiene really means and why it’s the foundation of your mental and emotional health. In this insightful episode, Andrea shares simple but powerful changeslike setting a consistent bedtime, cutting out late-night scrolling, and getting sunlight first thing in the morning that can completely reset your rest. She also dives into how movement, nutrition, and mindset all work together to boost energy, focus, and mood.

Connect with Andrea:

Instagram: ⁠@andreabeckstromnp⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.levohealth.org⁠

What drives someone to run 50 miles through nonstop rain, mud, and 11,000 feet of elevation gain? For marathoner and Boston qualifier Kaleb Shoell, the answer was simple: to test his limits. In this inspiring episode of 52 Weeks, Kaleb shares how he went from pushing a stroller in marathons with his two daughters to completing his first ultra marathon on the rainiest day Utah has seen since 1901.

He opens up about what pushed him to move from 26.2 miles to 50, the mental battles that come when you still have 30 miles to go, and the support that kept him moving especially from his wife, who cheered him on in the rain eight months pregnant. Kaleb also talks about pacing alongside his dad, how family shaped his “never quit” mindset, and what running has taught him about life, grit, and consistency.

Whether you’re a runner or not, this conversation will motivate you to put your goals on your vision board and start taking the first step because as Kaleb says, “You’re never going to be 100% ready. You just have to start.”

More Epsidoes of Kaleb: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2OrIJmqDbVs2H8ZSTa8qRt?si=iIk7rAXHSOeNmqI1dGvIQw

As we head into the last quarter of 2025, Steph sits down for a solo debrief to reflect on the big lessons and big goals of the year. From wrapping up her ambitious 100 podcasts in 100 days challenge to discovering how tools like Asana and the Strides app have transformed her routines, this episode is all about raising the floor, staying consistent, and keeping promises to yourself.

Steph shares the momentum she’s building for the end of the year: 60 more episodes, 10 new podcasting courses, and a bold experiment to push her PodSavvy Guide into the top 1% of podcasts. She also opens up about missing the dynamic energy of co-hosts and puts out a call for three new voices to join her on 52 Weeks in 2026.

With insights on building habits, staying organized, and embracing lofty goals, this episode is part reflection, part roadmap and a reminder that it’s not how you start, but how you finish.

If you have a running goal, this episode is for you. On the 52 Weeks Podcast, Steph sits down with Melanie Cote, known on Instagram as @the.curvy.runner, to talk about her inspiring journey from running one-minute intervals in 2022 to training for her first Disney half marathon. Melanie shares how a coworker’s encouragement sparked her start, how accountability and posting on social media helped her stay consistent, and how her story has resonated with thousands of followers online. She opens up about balancing training with family and a full-time job, turning long runs into weekend “date days” with her husband, and the lessons she’s learned about consistency, comparison, and celebrating progress. From treadmill miles in Canadian winters to character-filled miles through Disney World, Melanie’s story is a reminder that running doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.

Weekly Challenge: Commit to three 30-minute walks or runs each week for one month. Keep it simple, track your consistency, and watch how small steps create big change.

Follow Melanie on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/the.curvy.runner

What happens when you set a goal so big it reshapes the way you live every single day? In this episode, Steph sits down with her dad, Kevin Shoell owner of Title One Utah , devoted father of eight, and grandfather to more than a dozen grandkids. Years ago, Kevin heard the idea that reading 2,000 books is the equivalen of being educated and he took it to heart. Today, he reads a book a day.

Kevin opens up about how this habit fuels his growth as a leader, runner, and goal-setter, while also keeping him grounded.

Weekly Challenge: Do something unexpected for someone for seven days. He emphasizes the importance of serving others without needing acknowledgment, suggesting that this act of kindness can provide a personal lift and contribute positively to the environment around us.

We recently touched on finance, but this topic deserves its own spotlight. Imagine navigating a divorce and suddenly finding your financial world turned upside down. While scrolling through Instagram, I stumbled upon a post from a woman reminiscing about her pre-divorce life, driving through her old neighborhood. The comments were filled with similar stories, highlighting a shared struggle many face when lifestyles shift post-divorce.

This realization led me to invite today’s guest, Amy Coroso, who has lived this journey. From debt and damaged credit to no savings and mortgage hurdles, she transformed her financial life and now empowers other women to do the same. As a Certified Financial Education Instructor, Certified YNAB Coach, founder of Real Talk Finance, and author on retirement preparation, Amy's mission is to equip women with the tools, confidence, and support to reclaim their financial independence, no matter their life stage.🔗 Connect with Amy Coroso

• Website (Real Talk Finance): https://www.realtalkfinance.com

• Community: https://www.realtalkfinance.com/membership

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-coroso-cfei%E2%84%A0-19932227/

• Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/realtalkfinance