Mar 09 2025 81 mins 1
Today, we introduce our very FIRST podcast guest: Queen Victoria!
We are in absolute awe of her wisdom, strength, and the incredible journey she shares with us.
Brief background on Queen Victoria – mom, marathoner, trainer, instructor, holistic living advocate, opera singer with a master’s in classical voice, and a military spouse.
Her story is all about embracing change, being your own advocate, recognizing when to walk away from things that no longer serve you. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, valuing yourself, and celebrating small victories. Her advice to moms: it’s okay to say no and our favorite - put yourself on timeout.
She also shares a hilarious story of her first week in NYC—face-planting on the subway stairs, shattering her phone, and getting an unforgettable New Yorker welcome.
Rapid-Fire Fun with Queen Victoria
- Best post-run meal? Nadas
- Song that hypes her up? Anything Elton John
- Favorite Shakespeare sonnet? Sonnet 29 – a powerful reflection on love overcoming loneliness
- One thing she wishes people knew about fitness? It’s for everyone
- If she could sing any opera role tomorrow? Adele from the operetta Die Fledermaus by J Strauss II
- Favorite gluten-free NYC spots? Nadas Empenada, Senza Gluten, Bar Verde, Bella Notte, Postcard
Key Takeaways:
- Love yourself, honor and embrace your journey
- Running is meditative—be present
- Form over speed—longevity matters
- Music lessons apply to life—discipline, self-motivation, and consistency are key
- Life is fleeting—do what makes you happy.
- When motivation fades, lean on your support system & remember your WHY.
- Accountability matters—show up for yourself.
- All bodies are good bodies—honor yours at every stage.
Find & Support Victoria
📸 Instagram:@victoria.magnuss 🌐 Website:www.VictoriaMagnusson.com 🏋️♀️ Vital Climbing Gym: book fitness class with Victoria! (lower east side)
https://www.vitalclimbinggym.com/les-book-class
For our listeners:
As always, with energy, gratitude, and a reminder to grab the mic and take your turn.
It’s YOUR turn to take up space.
xoxo, Jackie & Dani
