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Jun 2025
1h 22m

The Truth About Women & Muscle ft Dr. Sh...

Samantha Christine & Pursuit Network
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This week, we’re joined by someone I’ve been looking forward to having on for so long, Dr. Shannon Ritchey! She’s a mom, strength training expert, Physical Therapist, 200 hour trained yoga teacher, personal trainer and founder of Evlo Fitness, a fitness app that’s changing the game, and a voice I deeply respect in the fitness space. I’ve always loved how sh ... Show More
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