Pursuit of Wellness

• Solo Q&A: IVF Results, Baby Names, Home Cooking Tips, and My Favorite Snacks

  Ep. 171: In today’s solo episode, I’m answering your community Q&A, covering everything from fitness routines and nutrition to IVF updates and personal growth. I share my current workout split, favorite healthy habits, and how I structure my days between the podcast and Bloom. We also get into fun topics like my go-to nail color, thoughts on living abroad, and even a little baby name talk. Plus, I open up about faith, mental well-being, and learning to balance ambition with self-care. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Sponsored By: For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/POW to start your subscription. Get 40% at CozyEarth.com when you use code PURSUIT. And don’t forget— this weekend, February 7-9, use my exclusive code PURSUITBOGO to get free bamboo pajamas when you buy one for your loved one! They deserve this, and so do you. Start the new year off right with Honeylove. Get 20% OFF by going to HoneyLove.com/POW! #honeylovepod Take the next step to improving your health! Go to Lumen.me/POW to get 20% off your Lumen. Show Links: Fuel your gut health with the greens that started it all—shop Greens & Superfoods now! Topics Discussed 00:00:09 Introduction 00:01:33 In-depth workout routine 00:02:28 Go-to nail shape and color  00:02:48 Small steps to start eating cleaner 00:03:42 Current hyperfixation snacks/lunch  00:04:24 Are you considering a home birth? 00:04:41 How to increase HRV?  00:05:09 Has your faith shifted? 00:09:25 Who is your best friend? 00:09:48 Best areas in Austin to live in mid 20s? 00:10:14 Sourdough recipe and process 00:10:58 How do you structure your week between podcasts and Bloom responsibilities? 00:12:11 Clean household cleaning products 00:12:23 Do you ever use a microwave? 00:12:53 Do you ever see yourself living abroad? 00:13:46 Should I eat breakfast in the morning? 00:14:14 Benefits of being dairy free? 00:14:48 Did you test your embryos? 00:16:39 Skincare before or after working out?  00:16:50 Does Fiona still live in Austin? 00:17:09 Natural deodorant brands  00:17:30 Do you have your horses on your property? 00:18:41 Plastic surgery 00:19:02 Drinking alcohol during weight loss journey 00:22:56 Lulu’s park 00:24:08 What happened to your old horse? 00:26:18 Where did you and Greg honeymoon? 00:27:25: Current favorite TV show 00:27:36 Baby names 00:28:45 Would you ever open up a fitness studio? 00:28:53 Diet while trying to conceive 00:29:50 NFL 00:30:08 How did you and Greg learn to relax again after building Bloom?

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• My IVF Experience & Results: Real & Unfiltered

  Ep. 170: In this episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I’m sharing the highs and lows of my IVF journey - including the unexpected twists during my egg retrieval recovery and how I’m managing the hormone crash afterward. From daily injections to nearly running out of medication and even fainting post-retrieval, I’m opening up about the challenges that caught me off guard. I’ll also talk about the emotional rollercoaster of waiting for embryo updates, the practical steps I took to stay organized, and how Greg and I navigated this process together as a team. If you’re curious about IVF or considering it yourself, this episode dives into the details no one talks about. Let’s get into it! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Sponsored By: CLEARSTEM offers clean skincare that targets both acne and aging without harsh chemicals or pore-clogging ingredients. Get 20% off your first order at CLEARSTEM.com with code POW. Discover your best skin with this innovative, holistic approach to skincare! Unlock unparalleled health insights with Function Health. With over 100 advanced lab tests—including hormones, metabolism, and toxins—Function offers the tools you need to optimize your wellness journey. Skip the 400,000+ waitlist at functionhealth.com/a/mari-llewellyn and take control of your health today! Refresh your wardrobe for the new year with Quince! From cozy Mongolian Cashmere sweaters to premium activewear, Quince offers luxury-quality pieces at 50–80% less than other brands. Shop now at quince.com/pow for free shipping and 365-day returns. Make clean, pure water a priority in your life with AquaTru! Their purifiers use 4-stage reverse osmosis technology to remove 15x more contaminants than ordinary filters, including PFAS, microplastics, and more. AquaTru fits every home with countertop and under-sink options—no installation required. Save 20% today with code POW at AquaTru.com! Show Links: Elevate your daily routine with Bloom’s 3-in-1 Colostrum & Collagen Peptides  Topics Discussed 00:00:34:03: Intro 00:01:32:12: LA fires 00:03:17:12: IVF journey recap 00:05:11:10: First shot 00:09:11:16: Running out of medicine 00:15:15:14: Morning shots 00:16:40:07: Not exercising during injection cycle 00:17:37:16: Traveling during injection cycle 00:18:45:07: Advice for doing IVF w/o partner 00:20:54:06: Egg retrieval  00:22:25:07: Post egg retrieval 00:35:25:04: Genetic testing on embryos  00:36:17:00: How long did you try before doing IVF? 00:38:36:08: How can family/friends support? 00:39:45:20: Why were you a good candidate for IVF? 00:40:26:21: Is it scary? 00:41:13:10: Anything you wish you knew before doing IVF? 00:41:56:13: When did you start to feel uncomfortable? 00:42:10:12: Cost of IVF 00:43:03:14: Why do you bloat? 00:43:30:13: Did you consider surrogacy? 00:44:21:17: Being holistic, were you scared to take medicine? 00:45:06:19: Do you regret sharing so much online? 00:45:56:22: Can you select the gender of the embryo? 00:46:42:00: Fresh or frozen transfer? 00:46:45:13: OHSS syndrome? 00:47:06:18: Taking Bloom greens during IVF 00:47:23:06: Church 00:48:31:06: IUI

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• Sobriety, Fitness, Gratitude: The Tools That Built Michael Chernow’s Life

  Trigger warning: Addiction and self-harm Ep. 169: On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I sit down with Michael Chernow, founder of Creatures of Habit, to hear his incredible journey from addiction to thriving entrepreneur. Michael shares how discipline, fitness, and nutrition helped him rebuild his life. We talk about gut health, daily habits, and finding balance, plus his inspiring perspective on the role of prayer and gratitude in personal growth. Listen now to learn how small, intentional steps can help you transform your life!  Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Michael’s Instagram click here! For Kreature of Habit’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Upgrade your kitchen with Caraway’s non-toxic cookware. Save $150 when purchasing a cookware set, plus take an additional 10% off with our exclusive code PURSUIT at Carawayhome.com/PURSUIT. Cook safely and stylishly with Caraway—non-toxic cookware made modern. Discover BON CHARGE’s science-backed beauty and wellness products, including the Red Light Face Mask for glowing, youthful skin in just 10 minutes a day. Visit boncharge.com and use code PURSUIT to save 15%. Make healthy eating effortless with Hungryroot, your personal shopper and nutritionist in one. Get 40% off your first box PLUS a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/pow with code POW. Kick off 2025 with a clean and healthy home using Branch Basics! Their Ultimate Starter Kit has everything you need for a toxin-free routine. Get 15% off your order and free shipping on select items at BranchBasics.com/POW15 with code POW15. Make this year your cleanest yet! Show Links: Check out the Kreatures of Habit podcast It’s amazing to see everyone loving the new Bloom energy drink! Our new flavor, Juicy Orange, just came out and it’s absolutely delicious. As a thank you, we’re giving our listeners exclusive access to 20% off our best selling flavors. Head to Amazon to grab yours today! Parasites 101: Do You Have Them? How They Affect Us & How To Kill them Why Women Are Training Wrong: Fix Hormones, Build Strength & Recover Smarter w/ Dr. Andy Galpin Part 1 Dr. Andy Galpin's Secrets to Strength Training, Sleep Hacks, & Recovery Tools Part 2 Topics Discussed 00:00 Intro  02:00 Trigger warning 02:15 HRV 03:00 Worm Queen 04:27 Blood work 06:10 Heroin overdose 06:30 The world of wellness  08:42 Eliminating alcohol 09:51 Michael’s recovery story 23:56 The man who changed Michael’s life 25:13 Recovery program 30:54 Praying 36:38 Fitness and recovery 40:17 The 3 Cs 42:38 Fitness and pain 45:13 Sleep 48:39 Most people quit 55:01 How his restaurant career started 59:13 The Meatball Shop 01:02:14 Seamore’s 01:04:27 Kreatures of Habit 01:14:38 Gut health 01:18:24 Gut cleanse diet 01:22:30 What does wellness mean to you?

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• Top Tips For Starting A Business: How We Started Bloom

  Ep. 168: In this episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I’m sitting down with my husband and Bloom co-founder, Greg, to share the story of how we turned our scrappy startup into a thriving business. We’ll dive into our entrepreneurial journey, from selling PDF workout guides and resistance bands to scaling Bloom into a wellness powerhouse with millions of products sold. Along the way, we’re sharing lessons learned, mistakes made, and tips for starting your own business. Whether you’re dreaming of launching a side hustle or building an empire, this episode has something for you. Tune in for inspiration, actionable advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at our path to success! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Greg’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By:  If you are ready to start your entrepreneurial journey, head to shopify.com/mari and see how easy it is to bring your idea to life. Whether it is a side hustle or a dream business, there is no better time to start than now! Show Links: How I Transformed My Life: 90 Pounds Down with Discipline and Goal Setting Check out the Strength by Mari app Bloom Colostrum Bloom Greens Bloom Sparking Energy Bloom Creatine Topics Discussed 00:00:09:00: Introduction 00:01:04:00: How Greg sets business goals 00:01:44:00: Their business story 00:03:17:00: Their first product 00:05:09:00: First website 00:06:52:00: First physical product 00:09:45:00: Finding a warehouse  00:10:40:00: The reason behind their first products 00:11:51:00: Social media 00:13:59:00: Advice for running paid ads on social media 00:15:55:00: Mari’s social media community 00:18:10:00: Starting Bloom Nutrition 00:21:36:00: Launching pre-workout 00:24:40:00: Shopify 00:27:17:00: Launching greens 00:29:41:00: Community feedback 00:32:58:00: Product with subscription 00:23:57:00: Advice for getting started 00:36:29:00: Advice for someone with a 9-5 wanting to start a business 00:37:57:00: No end goal in mind

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• Michelin Star Chefs: Why Food Quality Matters w/ Phillip & Margarita

  Ep. 167: What does it take to turn a single idea into 24 thriving restaurants—and grow into the best version of yourself along the way? On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, we’re exploring the transformative power of passion, discipline, and creativity with two culinary visionaries. They share the lessons they’ve learned building their empire, the role wellness plays in their success, and how they’ve overcome challenges to stay connected to their dreams. Tune in for inspiration, practical tips, and a deeper look at the connection between personal growth and professional achievement. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Margarita’s instagram click here! For Phillip’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Jumpstart your health with Lumen, the world’s first handheld metabolic coach. Measure your metabolism through your breath and get personalized guidance to optimize your nutrition, workouts, and more. Visit lumen.me/POW for 20% off your purchase. Upgrade your sleep with Cozy Earth’s bamboo sheet set for unmatched softness and cooling comfort. Visit cozyearth.com/pursuit and use code PURSUIT for 40% off. If you get a post-purchase survey, please say you heard about Cozy Earth from this podcast! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Start your journey to better mental health and get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/POW. This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/POW today. Show Links: Make your reservation today at Sushi by Scratch Downtown Austin Check out all of the other Sushi by Scratch locations Find all of Margarita & Phillip’s restaurants online at: @sushibyscratchrestaurants @nadcburger @pastabaraustin @pastabarla @wolfandwheatatx Keep an ear out for the Not a Damn Chance podcast - COMING SOON Topics Discussed 00:00 Introduction 01:41 Pandemic challenges in California 03:04 Five-week pop-up in Austin 04:51 Joe Rogan’s role in their success 11:50 Deciding to put down roots in Austin 17:35 How their passion for food began 29:00 Balancing creativity w/ demands of running multiple restaurants 36:35 How they became 100% owners 44:58 Why chefs have a reputation for drinking 01:03:43 Restaurant recommendations & favorite experiences

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