The Secret Series: Adventures, Mishaps & a Love Letter

Fit is Freedom with Kelly Howard

In this candid episode, Kelly shares her unexpected summer RV adventure and the lessons she learned along the way. From navigating tiny kitchens and limited cell service to reflecting on life’s challenges and the importance of consistency, Kelly opens up about her journey. She also delivers a heartfelt “love letter” to her listeners, emphasizing resilience, positivity, and embracing fitness as a way of life. Get ready for a peek at upcoming episodes focused on boundaries, imperfect action, community power, and the secrets to staying consistent.
How I Fell Off the Podcast Wagon

Hey there, it's Kelly! If you didn't catch it, I spent this past summer on an RV adventure—a getaway that I thought would be a breezy little vacation. "No big deal," I told myself. I even packed my trusty microphone and laptop, convinced I’d record a few episodes while living life on the road. But oh, was I in for a wild, twisty ride! Forget your typical road trip playlist; my journey was full of unexpected moments that I'll share with you today. Spoiler: no intro music, no outro—just me, you, and a good chat.

Real talk. Three weeks ago, I was catching up with Jamie, one of our sharpest coaches and my dear friend. I said, "Jamie, I don’t know what happened. I stopped podcasting. After four years, I just...stopped." She laughed and said, "Kelly, you're human!" Even as a fitness advocate who preaches consistency, I had one of those "I'm done" moments. And guess what? It happens to all of us. That conversation was the push I needed to get back on track. Thanks, Jamie!

The "Great" Adventure

Let’s dive into my summer report, just like those back-to-school essays—“What I Did on My Summer Vacation.” Ready? Buckle up.

Picture this: December 2023. Houston’s heat was off the charts, and I was still in the city. By September, I looked at Phil (my husband) and said, "I am NEVER spending another summer in Houston. Not ever." While I envisioned a cute mountain cabin to escape the heat, Phil thought, "RV time!" Next thing I knew, we were proud owners of a 38-foot RV. It was big, old, and perfectly imperfect. I kept costs down because, well, who knew how this would go?

The journey kicked off with me driving our car behind the RV. Why? So I could steal some alone time, maybe catch up on calls and, of course, the dogs had to be with me—because yes, I'm that overprotective pet parent. Little did I know, we'd be in places so remote that phone calls were a pipe dream.

A lot of Thinking Time!
What do you do when you’re on a 7,500-mile adventure with spotty cell service? You think. A lot. I thought about clients, motivation, community, and how many times we all start and restart things in life. Plus, I had a running (and hilarious) commentary in my head about how tiny my kitchen was and the epic struggle of using one pot for everything.

Cooking on a mini hot pad while hearing Phil shout, "No microwave at the same time!" became our summer soundtrack. I earned a C for my strength training efforts, but hey, bodyweight exercises kept me moving. By the end, yes, I’d lost some muscle mass, but I gained perspective and stories to last a lifetime.

A Love Letter to My Listeners
Here's where things get a little sappy, but bear with me. This is for you: my listeners, clients, friends. Life is an adventure, and the stronger and healthier you feel, the bigger and better that adventure becomes.

• Every day is a fresh start. Don’t let a missed workout or a tough week define you.
• Motivation is a mix of thoughts, feelings, and actions. It’s what shapes your reality.
• Consistency and small steps lead to major transformations. A tiny 1% change each day can mean a 100% shift in just 90 days.
• Positive thinking fuels dreams, while negative thinking saps your energy. Choose to believe in what's possible.

Get the printable, full copy HERE: https://fitisfreedom.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Thank-you-to-my-women.pdf

Staying Connected and Actionable Takeaways…

1. Subscribe to Fit Tip Monday: https://kellyhoward.lpages.co/fit-tips-monday-list
   Sign up to receive weekly fitness tips and updates. Kelly assures listeners that the Fit Tip Monday will continue during the break.
   
2. Follow on Social
   Follow Kelly on social media to stay connected and updated on the RV adventure and get fitness tips!
   
3. Get your printable copy of the Love Letter:

https://fitisfreedom.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Thank-you-to-my-women.pdf

Important Links

• Fit is Freedom Website
• Fit is Freedom Podcast
• Kelly Howard Facebook
• Kelly Howard Facebook Group
• Kelly Howard Instagram
• Kelly Howard YouTube

What’s Next? A Peek at Upcoming Episodes

What’s coming up in this series? Here's a sneak peek:

• Saying No to Say Yes: Why boundaries matter.
• Imperfect Action Beats Perfect Inaction: Get moving, even if it’s messy.
• Power of Possibilities: What 90 days of focus can achieve.
• Community Power: The support that changes everything.
• Kryptonite Awareness: Know your weaknesses and plan ahead.
• Consistency is STILL KEY: Why it’s essential and how to make it stick.

If this episode hit home, I hope you’ll subscribe, leave a review (because they make me do a happy dance), or drop a comment on YouTube. Your feedback inspires me and keeps me going. And as always, remember: life is about fun, fitness, and freedom.

Thanks for spending this time with me—no outro music, just my heartfelt “thank you” for being here. See you next time!