From Karate Mom to Gym Owner: Debra’s Journey in Fitness & Family Wellness

In this episode of Refine and Shine, Angelina sits down with Debra, a certified trainer, second-degree Shotokan karate practitioner, and gym owner, to discuss her incredible journey in martial arts, fitness, and family wellness.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Debra’s Fitness Journey – How enrolling her kids in karate led her to becoming a martial arts instructor and eventually opening her own gym, Fit Fam HD.

✅ Building a Family-Oriented Gym – The inspiration behind creating a space that welcomes people of all ages and promotes health as a family effort.

✅ Balancing Fitness & Life – How Debra and Angelina incorporate self-care into their busy schedules, from mindful movement to healthy eating strategies.

✅ Nutrition & Sustainable Habits – Debra shares her approach to meal prepping, avoiding quick-fix diets, and making fitness a lifestyle.

✅ Mindset & Motivation – Why progress takes time, the importance of patience in fitness, and how small, consistent efforts lead to success.

From training clients in parking lots during the pandemic to partnering with a nonprofit food bank, Debra’s dedication to health, family, and community shines through in everything she does.

Connect with Debra:

• Learn more about Fit Fam HD and their mission to make fitness accessible to families.

www.fitfamhd.org
Instagram - @fitfamhd2_
Facebook - Debra Esquibel

Connect with Angelina:

Host Contact Information:

• Website: www.angelinarivera.com
• Facebook: Angelina Rivera
• Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
• YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast
• LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera
• Email: [email protected]

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