What if stress isn’t something to eliminate—but something to optimize?

In this episode of Marni On The Move, Marni is joined by Dr. Sharon Bergquist, MD—physician, scientist, Associate Professor, Emory University, and author of The Stress Paradox—to explore how stress impacts the body, mind, and long-term health.

From the biology of stress and recovery to the role of hormetic stressors, mitochondrial health, and mental resilience, this conversation reframes stress as a powerful tool for building resilience, improving performance, and supporting longevity. We also chat about Urolithin A as it relates to Mitochondria health and longevity.

Dr. Bergquist also shares the inspiration behind her book, her personal journey, and how aligning stress with purpose and meaning can fundamentally shift how we experience challenge and growth. Dr. Sharon Bergquist, MD, is a physician, researcher, and expert in lifestyle medicine. She is the author of The Stress Paradox, where she explores how stress—when properly understood and applied—can be a powerful tool for improving health, resilience, and longevity.

Whether you’re an endurance athlete, high performer, or simply looking to better understand your health, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how to work with stress—not against it.

• The inspiration behind The Stress Paradox
• Understanding the difference between “good stress” and chronic stress
• The biology of stress and recovery at a cellular level
• Hormetic stressors and how small, intentional challenges build resilience
• Mitochondrial health, mental health, and their connection to stress and longevity
• The importance of recovery, sleep, and adaptation
• How to listen to and better understand your body’s response to stress
• Understanding stress and its long-term impact on health
• Reframing your mindset around stress
• The power of purpose and aligning challenges with meaning
• Finding meaning through challenge, personal growth, and resilience
• Pushing boundaries, stepping outside your comfort zone, and building mental resilience
• Practical, simple strategies to support resilience and longevity
• The journey of writing the book, including personal growth and key reflections

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What if the best way to explore a new city wasn’t on a tour bus, but on a run?

On this episode of Marni On The Move, I’m joined by Lena Andersson, founder of Go Running Tours, a global company connecting travelers with local running guides in over 70 cities worldwide.

What started as a simple idea, showing visitors her hometown of Copenhagen through a run, has grown into a global movement at the intersection of fitness, travel, and community.

We talk about how Lena built Go Running Tours from the ground up, how the company is scaling internationally, and how partnerships—like their work with the Conrad New York—are bringing wellness and movement directly into the travel experience.

We also dive into Lena’s favorite places to run, what makes a great running guide, and why running might just be the most authentic way to experience any destination.

If you love travel, staying active on the road, and discovering cities in a more meaningful way—this episode is for you.

• The origin story of Go Running Tours
• Why running is one of the best ways to explore a city
• Building and scaling a global brand across 70+ cities
• The rise of wellness and fitness-focused travel
• Partnerships with hotels like the Conrad New York
• What makes a great local running guide
• Lena’s favorite global running destinations
• How to stay consistent with movement while traveling
• What’s next for Go Running Tours

Go Running Tours is a global running experience company that connects travelers with local running guides to explore cities on foot. Founded in Copenhagen, the company now operates in over 70 cities worldwide, offering guided runs that combine fitness, local culture, and storytelling—creating a more immersive and authentic way to experience a destination

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Fiber is the new protein. Or at least it should be getting the same attention. On this episode of the Marni On The Move podcast, I’m syncing up with Sarah Wragge, founder of Sarah Wragge Wellness and creator of the SWW Method. Sarah shares why fiber is one of the most underrated nutrients when it comes to digestion, metabolic health, and overall wellness — and why it deserves just as much focus as protein in our daily routines.

Sarah’s journey into wellness started with her own health challenges, including gut issues, inflammation, and acid reflux at a young age. That experience ultimately led her to build Sarah Wragge Wellness, a coaching business and wellness brand designed to help people better understand how to fuel their bodies and create sustainable health habits.

In this conversation, we talk about Sarah’s personal health journey, the inspiration behind the SWW Method, and how her programs and signature products — Optimize, Restore, and Alkalize — support digestion, nutrition, and long-term wellness. We also get into the importance of protein, fiber, minerals, and the daily habits that support a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

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What happens when Scandinavian performance culture meets the intensity of New York City’s fitness scene?

In this episode of Marni On The Move, I’m joined by Nicoline Roth, founder of NRTHRN Strong — the Scandinavian workout sensation taking over the NYC fitness scene.

Born in Copenhagen and now making serious waves in New York, NRTHRN Strong is not your typical strength, cardio or HIIT class. At the center of the experience is a completely unique machine inspired by cross-country skiing — custom to the NRTHRN Strong workout — designed to deliver powerful, full-body conditioning in a way most athletes have never experienced.

The workout blends conditioning, strength training, and cardio into a high-performance, interval-based format that challenges endurance, power, and mental grit — all within a strong, community-driven environment.

Nicoline shares the vision behind NRTHRN Strong, how she translated Scandinavian training principles into an innovative boutique fitness concept, and what it takes to grow a brand in one of the most competitive fitness markets in the world.

We dive into:

• The structure and flow of a NRTHRN Strong class
• The proprietary cross-country ski–inspired machine that sets it apart
• How conditioning, strength, and cardio are intentionally programmed
• Building community through performance
• Expanding from Copenhagen to NYC — and East Hampton
• Lessons learned as a founder
• Creating and leading a strong team of instructors
• Nicoline’s daily wellness rituals and breathwork practice
• Finding balance in New York City
• The power of setting intention — in business and in life

This conversation is about strength in every sense — physical, entrepreneurial, and personal.

If you’re curious about the future of performance-driven training and the next evolution of boutique fitness, this episode is for you

In this episode of Marni On The Move, I’m joined by Carl Daikeler, co-founder and CEO of BODi (formerly Beachbody) and one of the original pioneers of at-home fitness.

More than 25 years ago, Carl saw an opportunity to bring structured, results-driven fitness into people’s homes—long before streaming platforms, wearables, or social media made it mainstream. That vision led to the creation of iconic programs like P90X and helped define an entirely new model for how people train outside the gym.

In our conversation, Carl shares how direct-response marketing shaped the way fitness programs were built, distributed, and scaled; how the industry evolved from VHS to digital platforms; and how consumer priorities have shifted from aesthetics to healthspan, longevity, and sustainability.

We also discuss the evolution of fitness programming through systems like Power 90, the introduction of BODi, and the launch of P90X Generation Next. Carl explains why accessibility, consistency, and community are now central to long-term success—and why strength and core training remain foundational for everyone, regardless of age or fitness level.

This episode offers a thoughtful look at where modern fitness began, how it has evolved, and where it’s headed next.

Chapters:

• Introduction & Background
  Carl Daikeler’s path into entrepreneurship and at-home fitness
• The Birth of Beachbody & the Origins of P90X
  Seeing the opportunity in home fitness before it was mainstream
• From VHS to Digital: How Fitness Programming Has Evolved
  Adapting through formats, platforms, and changing consumer behavior
• The Power of Direct Response Marketing
  How direct-response thinking helped scale fitness programs nationally
• Inventing a New Fitness Model: Power 90 and System-Based Training
  Building structured programs designed for real results and consistency
• Introducing BODi: A Shift Toward Healthspan and Longevity
  Moving beyond aesthetics toward sustainable, lifelong fitness
• P90X Generation Next: Reimagining an Iconic Program
  Why now was the right time — and what’s different in this next chapter
• Making Fitness Accessible: Microdose Fitness and Short Workouts
  Why small, consistent movement can drive meaningful health outcomes
• The Importance of Community in Fitness
  Accountability, connection, and long-term adherence
• The Intersection of Fitness, Performance, and Creativity
  How discipline, storytelling, and training principles overlap
• Why Strength and Core Training Matter for Everyone
  The long-term benefits of functional strength, stability, and resilience

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Overthinking, over analyzing, brainfcking…we all do it to some degree! One of the biggest lessons I take from endurance sports to everyday life is: Stop it! On this episode of MondayMoves, I’m sharing some tips and tricks ive learned over the years from running and triathlon along with the 420+ convos with founders, CEO’s, Olympians, doctors, scientists, experts here on Marni On The Move!

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In this episode of Marni On The Move, I’m joined by Dr. Michael Doney, Executive Medical Director at Biograph, for a conversation on the future of proactive, personalized healthcare and a deep dive into diagnositcs.

Biograph is delivering one of the most advanced approaches to preventive care—combining comprehensive health assessments, deep diagnostics, and expert-led support to help individuals translate complex data into meaningful, actionable insights. We explore how this model shifts healthcare from reactive treatment to long-term health optimization, and why foundational health practices matter for everyone—from everyday individuals to high-performing athletes.

Topics We Discuss:

• An introduction to Biograph and its mission
• Comprehensive health assessments and diagnostic tools
• Who Biograph serves: understanding its client demographics
• The importance of proactive and preventive healthcare
• The Biograph method: from data to action
• The membership model and overall client experience
• Performance optimization for athletes
• The “athlete paradox” and long-term health considerations
• The transformative impact of preventive healthcare
• The role of AI and advanced diagnostics
• Future innovation at Biograph and emerging diagnostic technologies
• Foundational health practices that support long-term health for everyone

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Consitency is a superpower everyone can tap in to! Here’s why & how! It doesnt have to be perfect. This week on MondayMoves, I take a classic principal from endutance sports and shed light on how it can be an asset for everything you do!

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