In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ty Horn, who many of you might know from his presence on Instagram where he shares powerful insights about strength training, Jiu-Jitsu, and life.

Ty and I dove deep into his story—from being a Division 1 football player to hitting a major life setback, then rediscovering strength through strongman competitions and eventually falling in love with Jiu-Jitsu. He shared how strength training gave him not only physical resilience but a sense of identity and purpose again, especially after dealing with legal trouble, being ostracized, and navigating the post-athlete identity crisis.

This was a real, vulnerable, and fun conversation that covered so much more than just sports or lifting. Ty brought honesty, humor, and perspective to what it really means to train for life—not just for aesthetics or wins.

If you’re a parent, an athlete trying to figure out “what’s next,” or someone who’s trying to find their groove in fitness and life again—this episode is for you.

Follow Ty and his training journey, insights, and life lessons here:

Instagram: @mobility_monster74

YouTube: @mobilitymonster74

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Grab these free resources to help you on your journey:

📥 Free BJJ Ebook – https://go.briannabattles.com/bjj-freeguide

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MORE ABOUT THE SHOW:

The Practice Brave podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you're looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood.

You will learn from athletes and experts in the women's health and coaching/performance realm as they share their knowledge and experience on all things Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism.

Whether you're a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing.

Each week we'll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you're at because she's been there too!

Tune in every other week and share the show with your athlete friends!

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Rose El-Sharouni, a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, about her powerful journey through pregnancy and postpartum as an athlete. We dove into how women's roles in Jiu-Jitsu have evolved, the critical importance of community support, and how training needs to adapt during pregnancy.

From physical and emotional adjustments to reconnecting with your body, Rose and I talked about the importance of gradual training, the link between breath and movement, and how to navigate the unique demands of competing postpartum.

We also addressed the common misconceptions about age and athleticism, and encouraged women to fully embrace their strength, capabilities, and evolution through motherhood and sport.

Connect with Rose:

IG: @rose.jiujitsu

Website: https://www.jiujitsuqueenz.com/rose-el-sharouni/

Want to learn more about Jiu Jitsu?

BJJ Free Ebook: https://go.briannabattles.com/bjj-freeguide

BJJ Workshop: https://go.briannabattles.com/combat-workshop-registration

MORE ABOUT THE SHOW:

The Practice Brave podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you're looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood.

You will learn from athletes and experts in the women's health and coaching/performance realm as they share their knowledge and experience on all things Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism.

Whether you're a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing.

Each week we'll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you're at because she's been there too!

Tune in every other week and share the show with your athlete friends!

In today’s episode, I sat down with the amazing Alicia Erickson, and wow — what a powerhouse of wisdom, grit, and light. Alicia is 51, vibrant, incredibly strong, and living proof that aging doesn’t mean slowing down — it means evolving. We talked all about how she’s embraced fitness, mindset, motherhood, and midlife with passion and intentionality.

👋 Connect with Alicia:

Instagram: @aliciae

Website: themidlife-maven.com

Coaching + App: aliciaericksonapp.com

Thanks so much for tuning in! If you’re navigating motherhood, fitness, or finding yourself in the midlife shift, this one’s a must-listen. You’re not alone — and it’s never too late to level up.

Want to learn more about coaching female athletes? Check out the Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Certification here: http://briannabattles.com/ppacoach

If you’re a pregnant or postpartum athlete looking for resources, I can help:

The Pregnancy Cheat Sheet Free E-Book:

https://go.briannabattles.com/adjust-cheatsheet

The 8-Week Postpartum Athlete Training Program:

https://go.briannabattles.com/8-week-postpartum-athlete-training-program

MORE ABOUT THE SHOW:

The Practice Brave podcast brings you the relatable, trustworthy and transparent health & fitness information you're looking for when it comes to coaching, being coached and transitioning through the variables of motherhood and womanhood.

You will learn from athletes and experts in the women's health and coaching/performance realm as they share their knowledge and experience on all things Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism.

Whether you're a newly pregnant athlete or postpartum athlete, knowing how to adjust your workouts, mental approach and coaching can be confusing.

Each week we'll be tackling questions around adjusting your workouts and mindset, diastasis recti, pelvic health, mental health, identity, and beyond. Through compelling interviews and solo shows, Brianna speaks directly to where you're at because she's been there too!

Tune in every other week and share the show with your athlete friends!