Actually Doing Things

About Actually Doing Things

Actually Doing Things is a practical podcast about turning intentions into action—inside the gym and out. Host Nikki, a therapist and CrossFit affiliate owner, shares real stories, mindset tools, and simple next steps on fitness, mental health, and community. Less theory, more doing. Hit play, take one step, repeat. 💥

Publisher

Nikki Sharp

Category

education · health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Nov 2025

Latest episode

27 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

26 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Sept 2026

   Tables, Not Walls with Paul Mitchell

   Paul is an architect-turned-pastor, a 6:30am regular, and a self-described introvert who shows up anyway. We talk community, pain as an opening, and why the best health advice might be meeting your next-door neighbor. Full show notes: After 9/11, Paul Mitchell wrote himself a five-word mission: Dismantle walls. Build tables. Two decades later, he's a pastor, one of the anchors of our 6:30am class, and fresh off a shoulder replacement after 20 years of arthritis pain. He barely missed a day at the gym. In this episode, Nikki and Paul talk about: Why we keep our health in silos (and what happens when the walls come down) The moment 9/11 turned an architect into a pastor Training through recovery: "preparation and recovery" mode Pain as an opening to compassion Being an introvert who pushes himself to show up Performative community vs. year-round connection Why your literal next-door neighbor might be your next health move Mentioned: Samwise Gamgee (The Lord of the Rings), Wendell Berry, Ted Lasso Start your own table: Book a free consult at wwdcf.com/free-consultation/ If you or someone you love is struggling with loneliness or mental health, support is available 24/7. Call or text 988.

2. 

   14 Sept 2026

   A Chiropractor's Confession: "80% of Back Pain Goes Away No Matter What I Do"

   Roughly 8 in 10 adults will have a back episode that stops them cold — and almost none of us do anything about it until it happens. Dr. Mike Ross (DC, CSCS, DACRB) has spent 30 years and a stack of research on the question of why. In this episode he breaks down what actually causes back trouble, why "it went away on its own" is a trap and not a win, and the free, public, unsexy research nobody is selling you. Then he's teaching all of it, hands-on, in 90 minutes. 🧨 BOMBPROOF YOUR BACK — LIVE CLINIC 📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026 🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM 📍 Destination CrossFit, 16 E Poplar St, Walla Walla, WA 💵 $45 Open to everyone — members, non-members, athletes, walkers, anyone who has been "managing it" for too long. No fitness level required. Walk-ins welcome, pay at the door. 👉 REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bombproof-your-back-tickets-1993473710531 Takeaways: We emphasize that back pain affects nearly everyone and requires proactive daily self care. I explain that the Bomb Proof Back clinic teaches simple, evidence based tests and exercises. We state that eighty percent of back episodes improve in four to six weeks regardless of treatment. I note that recurrence rates are high unless individuals perform preventive strengthening and mobility routines. We teach the Bering Sorensen test and practical GHD holds as validated assessments used in the literature. I emphasize that fit people and unfit people share similar risk for back problems and cannot be profiled. We invite people to attend the September clinic to learn tests, reduce risk, and maintain long term function. 🎓 ABOUT DR. MIKE ROSS Dr. Michael Ross, DC, CSCS, DACRB, is board-certified in exercise rehabilitation with 30 years in practice. Former Seattle firefighter, former CrossFit gym owner, current coach at Destination CrossFit, and author of Fulcrum Lever Sport. 🎧 ACTUALLY DOING THINGS Conversations about training, longevity, and the unglamorous work of staying healthy — hosted by Nikki Sharp, owner and head coach at Destination CrossFit. 🏋️ DESTINATION CROSSFIT Downtown Walla Walla, WA — Get Fit · Live Happy · Keep Going Book a free consultation: https://wwdcf.com/free-consultation/ Instagram: @dcfwallawalla Referenced in this episode: Biering-Sørensen, F. (1984). "Physical measurements as risk indicators for low-back trouble over a one-year period." Spine, 9(2), 106–119. #getfitlivehappykeepgoing #crossfit #downtownwallawallawa #backpain #injuryprevention #longevity #wallawalla

3. 

   9 Sept 2026

   Nutrition, Honestly — with Coach Genie & Coach Helen

   We state that small, sustainable nutrition habits lead to real and lasting results. We focus on whole foods, simple habit changes, and accountability rather than strict macro counting. We explain that hand portions can be nearly as effective as counting macros and far easier to use in daily life. We recommend prioritizing adequate protein, sleep, movement, and recovery before turning to supplements, noting that creatine can help some but is not necessary. We share favorite whole food proteins like fish, cottage cheese, and egg bites, and offer practical travel advice: enjoy local foods, stay active, and return to your habits. We invite you to join our six‑week nutrition challenge for structure, support, and measurable change. Takeaways: We described why we became nutrition coaches and why a habit-based whole foods approach appeals. I explained that hand portion methods often match the results of macro counting while being much easier to use. We recommended aiming for about one gram of protein per pound of body weight to support recovery and performance. I stated that supplements are optional and that creatine may help but is not essential for success for everyone. We shared practical snack and travel strategies such as frozen fruit, cottage cheese, walking, and enjoying local whole foods when abroad. I invited listeners to join the six-week nutrition challenge because group support fosters lasting habit change and accountability. Companies mentioned in this episode: CrossFit Whole30 Doritos Starbucks Fairlife Costco

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