HigherForm Podcast

Ep 12 - Stronger Bodies, Stronger Minds with Sean Wilkes

Sean Wilkes is a police officer, husband, father, and the founder of the Go Further Initiative. In this conversation, he opens up about the unseen struggles first responders face (mental health, heart disease, stress, and burnout), and why fitness and community are key to creating lasting change. We talk about his journey into law enforcement, what inspired him to start Go Further, and the mission to support those who serve by building healthier lives on every level.

Ep 11 - Navigating Marriage and Business Together

Nick and Britni open up about what it takes to share life in every role: spouses, parents, and business partners. From learning each other’s quirks early on to navigating personality differences, travel mishaps, and love languages, they reflect on how communication, compromise, and self-awareness have shaped their relationship. With two kids, two dogs, and a growing business, they share the messy, real, and rewarding lessons of building a life together and learning to balance it all.

Ep 10 - Finding Your Path with Caitlin Wilkes

Coach Caitlin Wilkes joins Nick to talk about her career shift from teaching to full-time training, and how becoming a mom at a young age shaped her drive to create a life she’s passionate about. Along the way, she reflects on lessons from playing college softball, the challenges of balancing family and personal growth, and what it took to step into a completely new profession. They explore the mindset required to navigate major life changes, surround yourself with the right people, and keep building momentum toward what matters most.

Ep 9 - Redefining Strength with Morgan West

In this episode, Nick sits down with Coach Morgan West to talk about the often-overlooked transition from college athlete to everyday life. Morgan shares her journey of losing her sense of identity after volleyball, finding healing through therapy, and rediscovering purpose in helping others grow stronger, in and out of the gym. They discuss how the discipline of sport can shape your mindset, why coaching requires listening more than talking, and what it means to keep growing even when the plan changes.

Ep 8 - Fitness Trends We Actually Believe In (And a Few We Don’t)

Nick and Britni break down 10 of the biggest fitness and wellness trends of 2025 - from cold plunges and protein coffee to peptides, CGMs, and smart tech. You’ll get their honest takes, practical insights, and a clear “yes,” “no,” or “maybe” on what’s worth your time (and what’s just hype).
Whether you’re curious about mouth taping, red light therapy, or microdosing workouts, this episode helps cut through the noise and simplify what actually matters.

Ep 7 - Restoring Movement & Rewriting Limits with Bryan Ayars

In this episode, Nick sits down with Bryan Ayars. Bryan is a father, coach, and mobility specialist with a unique journey through personal injury, physical therapy, and the pursuit of optimal performance. They talk about what traditional rehab often misses and why restoring joint health matters more than just treating pain. Bryan also shares his approach to bridge the gap between recovery and performance, what it means to build a body that’s truly ready for life, and his personal story of dealing with adversity.

Ep 6 - Evolving Stronger with Jacque Smith

Jacque Smith joins Nick to talk through the ups and downs of life after college athletics, navigating identity shifts, and learning how to slow down. They get into what it means to evolve, why your environment matters more than you think, and how boundaries, mindset, and consistency all play a role in showing up for yourself. They also unpack why labeling foods as “good” or “bad” misses the bigger picture.

Ep 5 - Train Smart. Eat Well. Live Fit. (Part 2)

In Part 2 of this series, Nick and Britni continue their conversation about the systems and principles behind long-term health. They talk through how consistency is built, what helps people stay on track, and the difference between doing something that works and doing it well. This episode builds on the first by focusing more on the coaching and mindset side of sustainable results.

Ep 4 - Train Smart. Eat Well. Live Fit. (Part 1)

In Part 1 of this two-part series, Nick and Britni walk through the core principles they use to help clients train smarter, eat better, and build a healthier lifestyle. They explain the difference between knowing what to do and doing it, why the basics work when applied well, and how real progress starts by keeping things simple.

Ep 3 - How We Built Evexia

Every business has a beginning, but not every beginning comes from a place of conviction. In this episode, Nick and Britni share the full story of how their fitness business came to life, the pivotal moments that shaped it, and the sacrifices behind the scenes most people never see. From starting in a garage during the pandemic to scaling a team and moving locations three times in three years, they open up about the wins, the setbacks, and what it really means to grow something with purpose.