Fit Womens Weekly Podcast

Listen in as I answer some of the most intriguing and important questions regarding your fitness and nutrition. Are fitness trackers good for estimating weight loss? Why are you feeling drained at the start of a race? Is the InstaPot worth the $$? And more!

What's really going on in the head of your trainer? On today's show, I have friend and fellow trainer, Lindsay Wright on to share our most honest trainer confessions. What we love most about our jobs, why we can't count to safe our lives and we may even eat crap... more often than you think.

Yoga and mobility guru Jill Miller shares her passion and knowledge on the importance of trigger ball therapy. What makes Tune Up Balls better than traditional foam rolling? How can you get started and what's the trick to keep going once you do? Plus... did you know trigger balls may just help keep you looking youthful and wrinkle free?

Alex and I are sharing up our latest and greatest workout with you and then going straight into what we really love... food talk! Chime in as we talk about food rewards. Why rewarding yourself with food gets you no where and how to handle cravings during "strict" nutrition times. Plus updates on our goals!

The Speedgoat, Karl Meltzer, shares his passion for live, adventures, and trail running. Karl recently completed the entire Appalachian Trail in record and shares his drive, tips, and passion with us. What motivated him to go for this a third time? Get the lowdown here! And perhaps you'll be inspired to try something outside of the norm, something that right now makes you nervous or intimidates you.

Sit back and hang out with Alex and me. Today we ring in 2017 by sharing our goals, our first workout of the year and our favorite highlights from our holiday hiatus. Our biggest challenge yet, the 21 day sugar detox kicks off this week and we would love to have you join us! Learn more about our goals, why we're kicking the sugar to the curb, and the best cookbooks of the year. Happy 2017!

This one gets personal, passionate, and maybe a bit opinionated at times. But it's a good one. Alex and I share our thoughts on trying to start a family and dealing with the thoughts of how our bodies could be changed forever and if we'll ever be able to get in shape post pregnancy... that is if we both can get pregnant. Plus a lot of holiday chat. Side note... neither of us are pregnant at this time!

Lisa Van Ahn is a world class athlete and inspiration to women of all ages through her I Am Initiative. You are more than a job, you are more than a title. Lisa shares how to find your passion and drive in order to build strength and self love.

Dr. Courtney Peterson shares her findings on time focused fasting. Does the time of day that you eat affect the amount of fat your body burns? How it stores sugar? What about exercise? When is the most effective time to get your sweat on and how to fuel for it? Listen in to learn about early time restricted eating and more!

We're going against 90% of the fitness world today as we share the truth.Do you need to watch what you eat? Do you need to balance your Thanksgiving meal? Do you need to workout before or after your feast? No, that's stupid. Listen in as Alex and I share our thoughts on eating for the holidays and why one day isn't going to destroy your waistline.

If you want to be stronger, fitter, thinner, whatever... something has to change. In order to life a life of growth, you have to be open to changing. Find out how to make that happen on today's podcast. Your warning? This is a very honest and "real" podcast today! Enjoy.

Today we have my friend and head trainer of my gym, Lynette, here to share her amazing story. Lynette had always been overweight, but after years of feeling uncomfortable and self-conscious decided enough was enough. She worked hard and lost 100 pounds and has kept it off for a decade. What's her secret and what let her to quit her job as a teacher to pursue her a career in health and fitness?

It's that time of year. Bugs are being passed around and there doesn't seem to be enough vitamin C at the drugstores. For those of us that love to exercise, getting sick can bring us down. RN, Alex helps clear the sick air by giving tips on when you should lay low from your routine and when it's okay to push through, even beneficial. Plus, great tips on what to do if you end up sick and want to beat it as fast as possible. We of course share what's going in in life, our most recent workout and some Halloween fun! As always, thanks for listening in!

I'm dropping in solo today so share some thoughts, emotions and a few coughs on how to deal with poor races or fitness outcomes. Some things you can control, others are out of your hands. Let's have a heart to heart as I allow my a-type personality to get a reality check!

In this week's episode, Alex and I share our most recent workout PLUs we answer some tough (and awesome) workout questions. How do you go from exercising because you know you need it to a place where you love it? How do you see the results you've achieved to be kind for your body? How do you keep the motivation flowing so that you don't burn out and give up? Plus much more!

Recently Bonnie had a huge half marathon pr (we're talking 5+ minutes) by doing the one thing you should never ever do! Find out what it is! Also learn what the #1 mistake is that we've made and that we see with our female clients on a daily basis when it comes to getting results. And finally, we take a little fit quiz with one another to end with some fun.

Todays episode has Alex and I talking all things needed for us to do our best workouts. The brands we're loyal to, the specific pieces of gear we love and more. We also share our latest workout together and quiz one another on how well we really know each other. This is a hilarious podcast where we really let lose and give some great tips and suggestions!

Together these two women have lost over 150 pounds and are hear to share their stories. What was the ah-ha moment that lead each to realizing something HAD to change. Both were athletes, what caused both ladies to gain weight? And what's worked for them to stay motivated, competitive and in the best shapes of their lives?

In this episode, Alex and I talk about the tricks we use to push ourselves during workouts when we're working out together and alone. Use these tricks with your own workouts. Also get the DL on our goals, how we each approached the 240 Burpee Workout and the taste test results are in for the new Quest Bar Flavor: Blueberry.

Master StrongFirst Instructor, Coach Karen Smith shares her love of kettlebell training by giving some tips to getting started, tips to improving and what its like to be coached under the top kettlebell guru in the country. We also have a passion for staying mentally strong as well as physically strong so excuse us as we dive into how to stay positive when life is tough.

In this episode, meet my training partner and workout wifey, Alex. She's strong, hilarious, amazing and I'm thrilled to have her on the podcast today. Learn more about both of us as well as our current training goals and workouts!

Today's guest is my husband and partner, Dan. Being a trainer himself, we talk about our current goals and how we try to inspire our clients to set their own goals and take action. What are we currently working on together and why has it taken so long for us to record a podcast? It's all explained here!

Heather Faas is an amazing powerlifter and friend. She shares her recent adventure of going to The Arnold. What it felt to be in the room with Arnold, what could have been different with training and how she'll improve to lift heavier. Plus how to overcome being a little "different" compared to other competitors. Not quite having "the look". All women should listen!

Stop The Thyroid Madness author, Janie Bowthorpe, shares her passion and knowledge regarding thyroid and adrenal health. Specifically as it relates to overtraining and fitness women women.

Taylor Kiser, blogger behind the popular Food Faith Fitness Blog shares her struggles with food. What helped her successfully beat anorexia at the age of 14 and how food continues to play a struggle in her life while running a highly successful food blog. Plus get tips on building a blog, food photography and so much more!

Personal trainer and life motivator, Bonnie Lang talks fitness, living her fitness and finding a balance mentally and physically. It's okay to not give fitness 100% effort. Find out why Bonnie has changed the way she looks at fitness and her body.

Amanda Brooks is one of the top rated running blogs on the web. She knows her stuff. In this podcast, we answer your biggest questions: What fuel to use and when? Is real fuel vs Gus an issue? What to eat the night before a long run or race? Is there a difference in how a store analyses your run? How to make the last few miles not so ugly? And more! Tune in!

Heather Faas is a ranked bodybuilder with something to prove. You can be strong, very strong and still look feminine and beautiful. Find out how this mom of 2 found strength lifting and what she does to get in competition shape.

Anne, a registered dietician and the blogger behind FannetasticFood.com shares her tips on balancing life, creating a business and eating healthy. How to create a balanced nutrition program even if you don't like cooking.

How are you supposed to simply wake up and love your body? You're not. Bonnie and i share our struggles and how our views on our body image have changed over time. What ah ha moments have led us to accepting our bodies while not allowing us to stay stagnant.

Ashton and I sit down to discuss whats holding us back and what we could do different to improve. Basically, we want to be good at so many things we're not good at anything. Here's what we're doing to correct it. It might help you!

Misty Wong has backpacked some of the best trails in the world, the Appalachian Trail, John Muir and even spent her honeymoon in Patagonia. She is an amazing trail runner and all around adventurer. Listen for her tips and tricks for surviving!

Dr Bruce Fife is on the show today sharing the real truth about coconut. Will it lead to weight gain? High cholesterol? Is swishing it in your mouth for 20 minutes (oil pulling" really great for you? Find out in the podcast today!

Kristen from Bearfoot Theory shares her passion for adventure and living her fitness by sharing her John Muir trip. How can I prepare as we plan to tackle the 215 miles this year. What happens when you don't shave, wash your hair and look at just one person for days on end? How does the trail inevitably change you to appreciate life more? It's all here!

As a full time student, model and a member of the US Bouldering team, Sierra Blair-Coyle is busy, really busy. How does she balance training, work, study and a life? Take notes friends. And enjoy tips on getting started in climbing, no matter where you live!

Jens Jakob Andersen is a competitive runner and satistician behind the website RunRepeat.com. After compiling thousands of race splits, his research discovered some crazy facts about running when it came to opposite sexes.

Nicole Studer shocked not just the ultra trail running world but herself last month when she set a new 100 mile American Trail record! In this podcast, she shares her tips for training and how she got into ultra trail running while holding down a full time job. Thinking about running a new distance? This can help!

What is it about the paleo diet that people love? Why can't paleo followers eat peanut butter? Nuts? Dairy? And are they really after trying to eat the way our ancestors did? Find out in todays podast as blogger and author, Melissa Joulwan, shares her paleo experience and comes clean that it's okay not to eat paleo 100% of the time! Best recipes, tips on starting out and more!

Dr. Rania Mekary, a Harvard Researcher, shares her findings on a 12 year study in which she sought to find which was better for the waist circumferance: weight training or cardio? Also learn more about natural muscle loss and how to prevent it. Why working out causes you to eat more? And what is the best way to test your body for improvements?

Corinna Coffin isn't your normal college senior. She placed 2nd in the World Spartan Race Championship after being in the sport for less than a year. A true athlete with the coolest personality, Corinna opens up about her training, nutrition, boyfriend and more. It's like sitting down to coffee to catch up with a friend.

Rob, owner of Sizzlefish joins us today to discuss all things fish and nutrition. Why should you eat fish instead of taking an omega 3 supplement? What's the difference between wild and farmed fish? What health benefits can you expect and how often should you enjoy a fillet? And finally the very important... Why is salmon pink? Question is answered!

Trainer and nutrition expert, Krissy Mae Cagney is my special guest today discussing proper workout nutrition, weight loss nutrition and more. What is so special about some proteins, why and why shouldn't you use supplements? Gnarly brand ambassador and owner of the fitness brand Doughnuts and Deadlifts, Krissy Mae is a source to listen to. Fun and extremely informational!

Australian model, Meaghan Kausman, recently woke up to discover photos of her had been photoshopped to transform her body into a much more slender, unrealistic figure. The image most media wants us to believe is idea. How did she handle it? Not by shrugging her shoulders. Listen to learn the tricks to being in control of your emotions and being the strongest woman you can be.

Iron woman and registered dietician, Kimberly Schwabenbauer shares her training secrets to be the best athlete she can be. As a woman, how should you eat for training, or even general workouts? Plus, how to find passion, drive, and energy to push the boundries of what you think you're capable of. Important for all women!

Oh dear. Hold on because Dan is back on the show with me. Sure, he can be a pain sometimes, but it's much better to bring in that conversation and alternatve view. We'll need it this episode because it's all about the craziness of fitness and (in this case) weight loss in the news. You'll learn why the Fit Bit and other fitness tracking devices are leading more people to gain weight, not lose it. How you should track your fitness if you really want to get some meaningful data out of it. How your view of exercise and movement impacts how much you eat afterward. This is closely related to those fitness devices. Why exercise might be more important than the food you eat when it comes to weight loss. Plus a lot more. I would love to hear from you so make sure you visit the blog and leave some comments.

Why are we so afraid of a little muscle? What's holding us back, as women, from getting the body we want and the strength we need to be independant and strong? Find out on this podcast as I explain the different levels of strength training, where you should be, and how to train so that you will not bulk up. No bulk!

Dr. Isabel Bosso, a certified Physical Therapist shares her training tips on preventing aches and pains from happening. Plus, how to handle muscle soreness so you can continue on with your workouts and how to tell the difference between something to push through and something to see your Dr. or PT about. Don't be stupdid with exercise. Listen to this podcast for help!

Diet bet companies are popping up, Biggest Loser, DietBet.com, FatBet.com, and tranformational contests are every where. Does getting paid to lose weight help? Is it going to help keep the weight off? Learn the 5 reasons why incentives are a bad idea and what can be changed to make them work in your favor.

Often times we let fear stand in our way of becoming our best selves. There are really only two types of fear in this world, and you need to know which of the two holds you back. Discover how to be successful and why you are powerful beyond measure.

Today we discuss the importance of clean eating and dirty eating. Find out if you're due for a cheat day and why it's going to help you live a healthier, happier life. Even if you're trying to lose weight. If you find yourself relating to these 7 signs (any of them) go eat some junk today!