Parenting, Taekwondo, and Silicone Dumbbells: The ADHD Chaos of Strength Training with Dillbell

July 16, 2025

Ever tried doing squats with a toddler on your back and a silicone dumbbell in your hand? Welcome to the wonderfully chaotic world of parenting meets fitness.


In this laugh-out-loud episode of Nacho Fitness Coach, host Sara chats with Caleigh—the hilarious creator of Dillbell, the silicone dumbbell that looks like a pickle. Together, they dive deep into the unpredictable intersection of mom life, ADHD, martial arts, and the wild world of fitness trends.


🧠 Chaos, ADHD, and the Need to Move

Caleigh opens up about how her ADHD influences her parenting and her workouts. For her, staying still isn’t an option. Movement is medicine, and fidgeting is survival.

“My kids are in Taekwondo, but I’m the one who needs to get the energy out. I’m bouncing around with a pickle dumbbell just to make it through the day!”

Her brand, Dillbell, was born from this very spirit—merging humor, function, and the undeniable need for something to squeeze while your brain does mental gymnastics.


🥋 Taekwondo with Toddlers

Taekwondo isn’t just for discipline—it’s also the ideal outlet for families with a surplus of energy (and emotions). Caleigh shares how martial arts became a cornerstone for teaching her kids focus and resilience—while also keeping her from losing her mind.

“It’s hard to be mad when your kids are yelling ‘YES SIR!’ at someone else instead of you.”

🥒 Why a Silicone Pickle Dumbbell?

Because the internet is weird. But also, because fitness should be fun.

Caleigh got tired of toxic gym culture and unrealistic expectations. Instead of pretending fitness has to be hardcore or joyless, she leaned into the absurd with Dillbell. It's squishy. It's weird. And people love it.

“If you’re not having fun with it, what’s the point?”

The Dillbell may look like a gag gift, but it’s also a sneaky gateway to strength training for folks who feel intimidated by traditional equipment.


💪 The Real Message: Strength Training Over Gimmicks

Sara and Caleigh agree—while novelty can be a great motivator, the real goal is building strength for life. Whether it’s doing squats so you can keep up with your kids or just having enough muscle to carry groceries without dying, strength training is essential.

“Lifting isn’t about aesthetics. It’s about independence, longevity, and not peeing when you sneeze.”


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