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Episode 218: FarmFitMomma: From Tragedy to Triumph Through Fitness with Amanda Nigg

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Episode 218: FarmFitMomma: From Tragedy to Triumph Through Fitness with Amanda Nigg

 

In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Amanda Nigg, also known as FarmFitMomma.

Would you like to hear an incredible story of tragedy to triumph? An inspiring story about how the worst day of your life can accidentally set you onto your life’s purpose.

If so, you are going to want to watch this episode.

In this episode, Tracy and Amanda chat about:

  • The gut-wrenching story of how tragedy struck on their family farm, and if that wasn’t enough, the national covid pandemic was declared the very next day, adding additional chaos and unknowns to an already devastating time.
  • Amanda openly shares how frustrating, heartbreaking, and depressing this time was for her.
  • How she mustered the energy to pull herself out of bed and put one foot in front of the other and start rebuilding their lives.
  • She shares how her husband lovingly brought scrap metal from the farm junk pile to help her rebuild her gym so that she could refocus and take back some sense of control of her life.
  • Amanda was amazed and so thankful for the communities that came together in person and online as she openly shared her struggles.
  • She was surprised when people started asking her what she was doing for fitness routines. Others struggling with the uncertainties of the pandemic also found themselves looking for an outlet and something to help them build their mental and physical strength.
  • Amanda reflects on the moment when she changed her Instagram handle from her name to FarmFitMomma and how this started an exciting journey of building her company, viral planking challenges, and her calling to serve the farming community through fitness.
  • She shares how fitness truly is the way to take control of your mental and physical health and become the best you. She shares some of her clients' amazing transformations and how many of them have become coaches in her community.
  • Tracy and Amanda then chat about business. They discuss the most exciting and challenging parts and what has surprised her most about being a business owner.
  • They finish the fantastic episode with a lightning round of questions, including favorite books, best advice, and more.

If you want to hear an episode about tragedy, triumph, passion, and resiliency. Don't miss this episode.

Thanks for tuning. I appreciate you spending your time with us.

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Tracy

 



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Learn more about FarmFitMomma www.farmfitmomma.com/

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 Show Guest


Amanda Nigg

City Goes Country Girl

Growing up in a bigger town in Western Nebraska was a defining experience for me. I always knew that I was destined for something greater, that there was a bigger calling out there waiting for me. And so, after graduating high school, I packed my bags and headed off to the University of Wyoming, where I earned a minor in Health Promotion.

But that was just the beginning. I knew that I had to keep pushing myself, keep striving for more. And so, I continued on to Weber State University, where I graduated with a degree in Radiation Therapy. It was a challenging path, but I persevered, knowing that every step was taking me closer to my ultimate goal.

After graduation, my journey led me to South Dakota, where I worked at a cancer facility. But it wasn't the right fit for me, and I soon found myself drawn to a new adventure. For over 10 years, I sold supplemental insurance to farmers, building strong relationships with the hardworking people who make our country great.

And then, fate intervened. I met my husband on a blind date during my career with selling insurance, and and I wasn't about to let him go. We were married the following year, and soon welcomed two incredible little boys into our lives. Together, we are living on my husband's 5th generation family farm, raising our children to be strong and independent, just like their father.

But it wasn't until 2020, one of the most challenging years of our lives, that I truly found my purpose. (Watch Episode) I realized that life is too short to do anything other than what you were put on this Earth to do. And so, I dug deep and found my passion - serving the amazing Ag community in more ways than I could have ever imagined.

Connect with Amanda Nigg to learn more -  Website / Facebook / X (Twitter)InstagramTikTok / PintrestYouTube

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Show Host - Tracy Brunet
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Tracy and her husband are cattle ranchers in South East, Manitoba. As host of the show, primary producer and agvocate, Tracy is passionate about helping farmers succeed in the business of farming. 

In each episode, Tracy chats with today's most successful farm advisors and industry leaders to bring our audience the best and most important ideas. 

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