Inside WAG Nutrition Podcast

Ready to crush your 2024 goals? Join Josh and Chris as they unveil their audacious plans for the year. They also share goals expressed by coaches Amy, Taylor, Brittany, and Tara who share their inspiring journeys of recovery, resilience, and "better is better" living. Dive into cold plunges with Amy, cheer Taylor on in her comeback from a competition injury, and discover how Brittany ditched the hustle for true fulfillment. This episode is your roadmap to unleash your inner superhero and dominate your days and year. Use the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout to save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching with WAG. Links: Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Ever feel stuck in a weight loss loop? This episode dives into the hidden factors that sabotage your progress and unveils the secrets to long-term weight management. We'll explore how your diet, activity level, sleep, stress, and even your social circle impact your weight, not just in the present, but in the years to come. Discover practical tips like portion control, choosing activities you love, and stress-busting techniques to unlock sustainable weight loss and finally ditch the yo-yo diet cycle. Join us for a journey beyond the scale and towards a healthier, happier you! Use the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout to save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching with WAG. Links: Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity. Prefer to watch the video version? Head over to our Inside WAG Nutrition Podcast playlist!

Join us for the second installment in Chris's 6-month winter bulking journey! This episode dives into how Chris is staying intentional and disciplined with his training and nutrition to maximize efficacy in this building phase. We'll discuss: Chris's strategies for hitting his protein and carb targets to fuel muscle growth. The noticeable changes he's experiencing in his body composition and gym performance. Expert tips and insights from Coach Josh to help you achieve your own bulking goals. What to expect in this 6-month podcast series: Follow Chris's Transformation Journey: Witness firsthand the challenges and triumphs Chris encounters as he transforms his physique. Uncover the Secrets of Bulking: Learn the science behind effective bulking and how to optimize your approach for maximum muscle growth. Gain Valuable Insights from both Josh and Chris: Receive expert guidance and practical tips to enhance your bulking journey. Follow the links below to access two WAG articles to learn more about effective bulking strategies! Use the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout to save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching with WAG. Links: Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton WAG article: Gain Train: Tips for Adding Muscle Mass WAG article: Macros For Your Goals Part 2: Macros for Bulking If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity. Prefer to watch the video version? Head over to our Inside WAG Nutrition Podcast playlist!

Join Coach Maria Higgins, a Portland-based nutrition and functional medicine expert, as she shares her inspiring journey from Idaho farm girl to CrossFit athlete and thriving entrepreneur. Maria's passion for health and wellness stems from her upbringing in a sports-loving family, where she excelled in softball, dance, and gymnastics. She carries this same dedication and enthusiasm into her work with clients, helping them achieve their wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle coaching. In today's episode, Maria delves into the concept of "Tomorrow is a Fresh Start," emphasizing the power of daily renewal and the ability to start each day with a clean slate. She draws from her own experiences as a mom, wife, business owner, and athlete, offering practical tips and strategies for embracing a fresh start mindset. Use the code 'MARIA' at checkout to save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching with WAG. Links: Follow Maria on Instagram: @mariathiggins Follow Maria's Functional Nutritionist page: @vcnutritionist If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Join us for an exciting 6-month series as we follow Chris's winter bulking transformation, guided by his expert coach and podcast co-host, Josh! From November to April, we'll check in monthly to track Chris's progress as he embraces the winter months to fuel up, lift heavy, and build a substantial amount of lean muscle mass. Tune in as we delve into the key strategies Chris and Josh will implement to maximize Chris's gains. What You Can Expect: Uncover the Secrets of Bulking: Learn the science behind effective winter bulking and how to optimize your approach for maximum muscle growth. Follow Chris's Transformation Journey: Witness firsthand the challenges and triumphs Chris encounters as he transforms his physique. Gain Valuable Insights from Coach Josh: Receive expert guidance and practical tips from Coach Josh to enhance your own bulking journey. Use the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout to save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching with WAG. Links: Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton WAG article: Gain Train: Tips for Adding Muscle Mass WAG article: Macros For Your Goals Part 2: Macros for Bulking If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In this practical guide to holiday bliss, we'll ditch the unrealistic expectations and embrace a more mindful approach to the festive season. Join us as we uncover stress-busting tips, explore healthy habits, and discover the power of saying "No" without guilt. Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit without compromising your well-being, or your goals. P.S. Don't miss the special black Friday deal announced at the beginning of this episode! It's INSANE! Links: Download your FREE copy of WAG's Guide to a Healthy Holiday Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of health and wellness to separate fact from fiction. Join us as we unravel the truth behind various myths surrounding nutrition, supplements, and fitness labeling them with an appropriate rating of over or under-rated. Join us on this myth-busting journey as we reveal the science behind these popular beliefs and uncover the truth about what's genuinely overrated and underrated when it comes to nutrition and fitness. We hope you find this episode enlightening and informative! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

This week, Josh is joined by special co-host Brittany for an interview with her client, Kristina Alcorn, whom she has been working with for over six years. Under Brittany's guidance, Kristina achieved significant weight loss and made substantial improvements in her overall health and relationship with food. Just before the onset of COVID-19, Kristina received the diagnosis of stage 2 breast cancer. Throughout this challenging period, she remained with WAG, navigating the storm of chemotherapy, radiation, and all the associated challenges. Together, they continued to focus on sustainable nutrition and did their best to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Today, Kristina is thriving, back to participating in CrossFit and obstacle course racing (OCR). This past September, Brittany and Kristina had the opportunity to team up in person and conquer a 10k Obstacle Course Race. Join us to hear about Kristina's incredibly inspiring journey and discover how Brittany believes she may have learned as much from Kristina as Kristina has from her. Use the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout to save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching with WAG. Links: Follow Kristina on Instagram: @kalcorn10 Follow Brittany on Instagram: @brittanyrdn If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In this episode, Josh chats with WAG ambassador Ibrahim Aldousari, a passionate CrossFitter, Olympic weightlifter, and proud father based in Kuwait. With over 12 years of experience in the fitness world, Ibrahim shares his inspiring journey from his high school football days to becoming addicted to CrossFit and Olympic weightlifting. But it's not just about his personal fitness journey; Ibrahim is also an assistant professor at Kuwait University with a Masters Ph.D. in Medical Physics and a proud member of Circuit+ Fitness. Listen in as he discusses the pivotal role of coaching in his transformation, starting as a client with WAG in 2015, working with Coach Ivette, and currently being guided by Coach Amy. Discover how his commitment to fitness is not just for himself but to instill positive values by setting an example of excellence for his kids. Plus, don't miss out on an exclusive offer: Use the code 'HIM50' at checkout to save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching with WAG. Links: Follow Ibrahim on Instagram: @ibras.lifts Follow Circuit+ Fitness on Instagram: @cpfitness Save 15% on athletic clothing at Aura Athleisure with code 'Ibrahim15' If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Are you overwhelmed by the endless stream of nutrition and fitness advice? Luckily we're here to help you avoid getting lost in the weeds of conflicting information and misleading trends. We'll guide you through the pitfalls and help you focus on what truly matters for a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. Don't trip yourself up over the minor details. Instead, seek the power of consistency. Concentrate on the 'big rocks' that truly make a difference in your journey to better health: playing to your strengths while working on your weaknesses, maintaining consistent calorie intake to fuel your lifestyle, prioritizing nutrient-dense foods like fruits, veggies, protein, and healthy fats, listening to your body's hunger and fullness cues, and staying hydrated. We'll also delve into the importance of rest, recovery, consistent movement, and the simple yet effective practice of frequent walks. Tune in to find clarity amidst the chaos and create a sustainable path to lasting well-being. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Our special guest today is Dr. Michael Vanchieri, a former WAG nutrition coach with a background as a certified CrossFit trainer, who recently ran his first triathlon and is the current owner and operator of Wildcard Spine & Sport, the only clinic in New York City certified to diagnose and treat adhesion. While his focus is mainly on physical health, he does take a holistic approach departing aspects of mental well-being and nutrition for his patients too. Listen to our in-depth discussion on the importance of finding proper methods to treat chronic pain while reducing the likelihood of future injuries. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Wildcard Spine & Sport on Instagram: @wildcardspineandsport Follow on TikTok @getwildcard Check out Dr. Michael Vanchieri's YouTube Channel Book a consultation with Mike if you're in the NYC area! Sign up for the Wildcard Email List If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Join us for an enlightening episode as we sit down with Rob Henry, a seasoned Nutrition Coach with two decades of experience in health and fitness. Rob opens up about his belief that perfection is a self-limiting fallacy and shares his unique philosophy of allowing success to create and sustain momentum. As a creative writer with a deep passion for literature and aspirations to write fiction, he brings a creative and holistic perspective to the world of nutrition coaching. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Rob's 20-year career and learn how to find the perfect tune for your own path to a healthier, more fulfilling life. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Rob on Instagram: @rob__henry If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In this episode, join us as we dive into our summer bucket lists and find out if Chris conquered his trail running goals after an aggressive pre-summer cut. Plus, discover how Josh juggled becoming a better runner while welcoming his second child and managing his nutrition. Don't miss this exciting update on our summer adventures! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In today's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Olympic weightlifting and coaching with our special guest and WAG Ambassador, Tatum McCann, who believes the fluidity and grace of weightlifting can be just as captivating as any dance performance. Tatum shares an inspiring mantra: "You have to suck before you suck less!" She explains the value of patience and resilience in the journey to mastering any new skill, whether it's weightlifting or anything else in life. Tatum is not just passionate about weightlifting; she's also well-qualified. She holds certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the USA Weightlifting (USAW), making her a knowledgeable and credible source in the fitness industry. If you're looking to find beauty in the world of weightlifting, improve your nutrition habits, or seek inspiration to master a new skill, this episode is a must-listen! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code TATUM50 at checkout. Links: Follow Tatum on Instagram: @tatumtots37 Follow Primal International on Instagram: @primalintl If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In today's episode, join us for an engaging discussion with Jess Carr and Betsy Jones from The MINT Prjct as we delve into nutrition and mindset during pregnancy and postpartum phases. Learn how to nurture your body and mindset for a healthier, happier pregnancy and beyond. But that's not all – we're thrilled to share some exciting news! Tune in as we announce our exciting partnership with The MINT Prjct, bringing you even more resources and support in your wellness journey - as well as some discount codes to save some money on training! The MINT Prjct's mission is to elevate trainers into professionals who specialize in supporting and guiding pregnant and postpartum women to heal, grow and be the happiest version of themselves and to provide programs that make exercise for pregnant and postpartum women safe, effective, and attainable. Discount Codes for The MINT Prjct's programs: WAGPREGNANCY20 (full pregnancy program) WAGPP20 (postpartum program) WAGSC20 (mom strong strength & conditioning program - 20% off first 3 months of programming) Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow The MINT Prjct on Instagram: @themintprjct Follow The MINT Prjct on Facebook: The MINT Prjct Listen to The MINT Prjct Podcast on Spotify Checkout The MINT Prjct's YouTube Channel Listen to WAG's Director of Coaching, Brittany, on The MINT Prjct Podcast If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with two incredible athletes and coaches, Faye Stenning and Jessica O'Connell, the driving forces behind GRIT Athletic Coaching. Faye, an OCR (Obstacle Course Racing) star, and Jessica, an Olympic runner and Exercise Physiologist, recognized the need for accessible, high-quality coaching in the world of athletics. Together, they've embarked on a mission to provide athletes worldwide with tailored, science-informed online training programs. Discover how Faye and Jessica's unique backgrounds and expertise converge to create hybrid, run, and obstacle course racing training programs that are nothing short of transformative. Whether you're an aspiring athlete looking to enhance your performance or a seasoned pro seeking that extra edge, this episode offers insights into the power of individualized training and the passion that drives these remarkable coaches. Tune in to learn how GRIT Athletic Coaching is reshaping the athletic coaching landscape and to unlock your athletic potential with Faye and Jessica! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow GRIT Athletic Coaching on Instagram: @grit_coaching Follow GRIT Athletic Coaching on Facebook: GRIT Coaching Sign up for GRIT Coaching! Follow Faye on Instagram: @fayestenning_ocr Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessmoconnell If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In our latest podcast episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Dom Dixon, owner and creator of BrickBuilt Strength and a dedicated Working Against Gravity ambassador. Dom's life story is a testament to the adage that the best things often arise from adversity, showcasing his remarkable journey of resilience and growth. Join us as Dom shares his secrets to personal success, highlighting the importance of a feedback loop that constantly asks, "How do I feel?" and seeks what's best for him today. Discover the profound wisdom that great teachers like Dom impart, proving that true freedom can be found through discipline. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that will leave you inspired and motivated! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow BrickBuilt Strength on Instagram: @brickbuiltstrength Follow Dom on Instagram: @dommo03 BrickBuilt Strength Training Programs BrickBuilt Mindset Podcast If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In today's episode, we're excited to share Pam's journey of leaving corporate America two years ago to pursue her passion as a Nutrition Coach at Working Against Gravity. We delve into how finding a love for CrossFit in her 40's inspired her to attain Precision Nutrition Level 1 and 2 certifications. Ultimately, her path led her to WAG, where she now has the opportunity to assist clients worldwide in uncovering their own nutritional freedom. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Pam on Instagram: @fanniesdottir Download our FREE Fitness Competition Guide If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Today we sit down with two esteemed guests AJ Richards and Brooke Ence to discuss agriculture, food supply chain, and their company - Feed the People By the People. AJ (Founder and CEO) and Brooke (Co-Founder and Vice President) are dedicated to ensuring food security for you and your loved ones. Their platform is similar to what Airbnb did for short-term rentals but with a unique twist. Instead of locals listing rooms or homes, they will be posting the food they are raising! Both AJ and Brooke strongly believe that connecting consumers directly with the ranchers and then "stepping out of the way" is the key to securing our nation's food supply. Feed the People By the People is dedicated to empowering farmers and ranchers across the country and cutting out middlemen to enable direct sales to customers. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Feed the People By the People Follow Feed the People By the People on Instagram: @feedthepeoplebythepeople Follow AJ on Instagram: @a.j_richards Follow Brooke on Instagram: @brookeence Black Rifle Coffee Interview with AJ If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In this episode, we explore how Sean's background and experience led him to become a part-time nutrition coach at Working Against Gravity, where he has a passion for coaching competitive weightlifters. With certifications as a Precision Nutrition Level 1 coach, a CrossFit Level 1 trainer, and a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, Sean's expertise shines through. Additionally, we share the heartwarming news that Sean and his wife are expecting their first child in early December! WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Sean on Instagram: @the_sean_gleason Download our FREE Fitness Competition Guide If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest and healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In this episode, we discuss strategies for maximizing satiety to make losing fat in a calorie deficit more enjoyable and sustainable. We'll explore the importance of nutrient-dense foods and mindful eating, and how these can help you moderate your cravings for processed foods. Here are some of the key takeaways from the episode: Nutrient-dense foods are more filling than calorie-dense foods. Mindful eating can help you slow down and savor your food, which can lead to greater satiety. Cravings for processed foods are often driven by nutrient deficiencies. By following these strategies, you can make it easier to stick to your calorie deficit and reach your weight loss goals. Listen to the entire episode for more useful tips, tricks, and strategies to eat to feel full! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Article: How to ACTUALLY Feel Full Article: IIFYMicros Article: The New Nutrition Pyramid If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In today's episode, we discuss whether you should cut weight, maintain weight, or gain weight and how to best set yourself up for success going down any of those paths by aligning it with the seasons of the year. Dieting is already an uphill battle as it is, so it may not make sense to be in a fat loss phase in the summer when you have more social events and travel going on. Whereas it may be easier to focus on maintaining your weight or improving skills like intuitive and mindful eating during the summer, winter could be a great time to consider bulking, building muscle, or increasing strength. Josh and Chris share their personal preferences and approaches while providing lots of insight to help you decide when in the year it's best to focus on fat loss, maintaining, or gaining depending on your individual goals and the mindset you're in to make it successful. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Article: Should I Bulk, Cut, Reverse or Maintain? Download your FREE Goal Setting Guide If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In today's episode, Josh and Chris discuss alcohol in detail covering how it impacts your fat loss efforts, how to accurately track it into your calories/macros, and share their own stories about managing their relationships with alcohol over the years. Whether alcohol fits into your diet depends on your individual goals, body, and lifestyle. We created an all-new and completely FREE online course to help you determine this for yourself and navigate drinking alcohol on a diet. In the course you'll discover: What happens in your body when you drink? How alcohol impacts weight loss, performance, and muscle growth How to (correctly) track alcohol in your macros Tips to enjoy a drink *within* your macros Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Take our FREE Happy Hour Made Easy Course! WAG Alcohol Macro Calculator Article: Is Alcohol a Macronutrient? Counting Alcohol in Your Macros If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Today we are interviewing fellow WAG Nutrition Coach, Taylor Lucas! She is one of three registered dietitians on our staff helping to create client meal plans, a 64kg competitive weightlifter, has degrees from Ohio State University and the University of Northern Colorado, has her USAW L1 and CF-L2 certifications, and co-owner and operator of Whitetail Acres Event Venue. Hear Taylor talk about her experience taking 1st place in the 64kg weight category at the USAW weightlifting event at the Arnold Sports Festival as well as her passion for the sport and getting to help hundreds of clients across the globe reach their health and fitness goals! WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Taylor on Instagram: @taylor___bug Download our FREE Fitness Competition Guide If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Today we are interviewing fellow WAG Nutrition Coach, Tara Roberts! She is an avid traveler and hiker who recently hiked Half Dome in Yosemite National Park and will be attending her first Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in August with her husband. Listen as she shares her story of transforming her life by leaving the corporate nine-to-five to become a CrossFit and nutrition coach helping clients to reach their full potential in everything they love to do. WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Tara on Instagram: @tkrobert01 If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Today's episode covers what to expect when signing up for one-on-one nutrition coaching services through Working Against Gravity Nutrition. We break down the entire process from signing up, what you provide to your coach in your questionnaire, what they do with that information to determine your starting point and initial goals, and how to check-in with your coach as well as a variety of things to expect throughout your journey. Your weekly check-ins with your coach are the most crucial part of working with a professional coach and we provided detailed information on what that process looks like, what you'll provide your coach, and what you have to gain each and every week you show up to keep your coach updated. We hope this clarifies things to set reasonable expectations to make the most of your membership time and to nudge you to sign up! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code INSIDEWAG at checkout. Links: Learn more about our 1 on 1 Nutrition Coaching membership levels on our Join page Get your personalized meal plan today! If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

We are excited to interview our fellow WAG coach, Jessica Holton. She is a graduate of MSU and taught for 6 years, is Girls Gone Strong certified for prenatal and postnatal nutrition coaching and training, and has been a WAG nutrition coach for 6 years. Not to mention she's also married to Josh with their second baby arriving soon! Jess loves working with clients from all walks of life, especially those transitioning into lives as new parents (it's her jam). Jess explains how she applies her teaching mantra "Excuse the mess, we're learning in here" in coaching clients to understand that getting 1% better every day is progress while still being able to make mistakes along the way. WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of exactly what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Jess on Instagram: @jessicakabur If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

We're happy to interview Coach Amy who hails from the sweet onion-producing Walla Walla, Washington. Try saying that three times fast! She shares her story of transitioning from a career in the wine industry to a CrossFit athlete, coach, and gym owner to a nutrition coach at WAG. During the pandemic, Amy developed a greater love for hiking, backpacking, and camping which is fueled by her knowledge of nutrition and fitness. Hear Amy explain how you can look and feel good at any weight without sabotaging progress because you got glued to a goal weight being your happy point. There's so much more contributing to your health and happiness than the number on the scale. :) WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of exactly what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Amy on Instagram: @amylocati Check out Destination Community Fitness: @dcfwallawalla If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Our Director of Coaching, Brittany Werner, joins us today to talk about two exciting services Working Against Gravity now offers: meal plans and video coaching! We've never offered meal plans but it quickly became one of the most requested services so our dedicated staff of Registered Dieticians decided to change that. On today's episode listen to Brittany explain why we decided to start listening to our clients and community to offer meal plans customized to your macros as well as our popular new video coaching service which enables clients to connect with their coach in a fun and productive way! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Brittany on Instagram: @brittanyrdn Get your personalized meal plan today! Learn more about our Nutrition Coaching Plus membership level (video chat) If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

At WAG we know you can make progress while traveling or vacationing so long as you maintain a few golden rules for yourself. On today's episode, Josh and Chris share their own recent travel experiences and provide a variety of tips, tricks, and suggestions to prevent putting a damper on your nutrition goals when out of your normal routine. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of exactly what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Links: FREE Ultimate Travel Nutrition Guide Damage Control: Feel Your Best While Traveling How to REALLY Relax on Vacation If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

Today we're happy to be chatting with our fellow WAG Nutrition Coach, Alex Oskian. Alex has a master's degree in exercise science, is a registered dietitian, and is a competitive CrossFit athlete. She enjoys staying fit to enjoy hiking more and recently got into snowboarding! As a registered dietitian she is part of our team of coaches who are now creating custom meal plans for our existing clients and the general public which we dive into more. Enjoy! WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of exactly what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Alex on Instagram: @alex_oskian Download our FREE Fitness Competition Guide here If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

Jourdan Laik and Matthew Cooper are the owners of Working Against Gravity and the brains and brilliance behind Seismic, the coaching app that we as nutrition coaches use daily to manage relationships with our clients. In today's episode, get to know these life-long friends that built Seismic from the ground up to provide a solution for Team WAG to coach more clientele in an organized and streamlined fashion. Seismic is available for anyone who is in the nutrition coaching universe, not just WAG coaches. If that's you and you want to check it out, head on over to getseismic.com for a FREE trial. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code INSIDE WAG at checkout. Links: Seismic: Nutrition Coaching Software for your Business Follow Jourdan on Instagram: @jourdanlaik Follow Matthew on Instagram: @matthewcooperphoto Listen to Jourdain's music projects: Jourdan Laik on bandcamp / Time Being Checkout Matthew's photography: The Time The Space If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

In today's episode, we discuss the importance of having support through your nutrition journey by building a support system within your inner circle. We explain the reasoning for speaking your goals and desires out loud, being open to learning whatever is necessary to reach your goals, setting boundaries with friends and family, recruiting help to stick to your guns in social situations, and posting about your progress online. All of these can foster turning friends and family into pillars of support instead of being roadblocks. We hope these tips are helpful! WAG now offers meal plans! Our Weight Loss Meal Plans provide a detailed list of exactly what and how much to eat. We'll help you keep your choices quick and easy as you lose weight and learn what foods help you reach your goals. Get your personalized meal plan today! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Listen to Chris' interview episode here Listen to Josh's interview episode here Article: Personal Rules & Boundaries Article: Habits of Highly Effective Waggers Article: How to Enjoy "The Process" with your Nutrition If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

Today we are joined by Coach Mitch Lockhart, a self-proclaimed "serial hobbyist" from Texas who has lived in South Africa and now calls Kentucky home. Mitch shares so much about what makes him tick as well as how to avoid aimlessness in your journey by creating a roadmap to your destination to make it easier to reach. You may be keen to hear his beard care tips for keeping your beard healthy and luscious too! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

We are happy to be joined by Coach Nicole Kupfer, a 59kg Olympic Weightlifter, Catalyst Athlete, school counselor, and full-time 'swifty'. In today's episode she talks discusses how to feel comfortable and confident in your body while accepting there's a time and place to be focused on your weight whether or not you are or aren't a competitive athlete. Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Nicole on Instagram: @n_sahlin Download our FREE Fitness Competition Guide If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

Coach Mitch joins us to discuss strategies for successfully managing your nutrition without weighing and tracking your macros. The truth is, it takes time, practice, and effort to truly understand how to listen to your body and know what works for you in order to eat intuitively. It's our job as nutrition coaches to provide our clients with a framework or "blueprint" that will help them learn how to listen to their bodies to tune into what is "intuitive" for them. We hope these tips and strategies help you achieve your goals and lead to true nutritional freedom! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Article: Is Intuitive Eating Right for Me? Article: Intuitive Eating vs. Intentional Eating: What Are They & Which One Suits You? WAG Coach Facebook Live Discussions Low Calorie Starbucks Drinks and Macro Hacks The Macro Barista on Instagram: @themacrobarista Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

In today's episode, we are happy to bring you an interview with WAG's Director of Coaching, Brittany Werner! She is a registered dietitian, mother of three, a CrossFitter, and has over 6 years of experience coaching clients. She shares her insights on letting your coach take the reigns, seeing the obstacle as the way, and realizing that if you're not willing to learn, no one can help you, but if you're eager to learn, no one can stop you. We hope her words of wisdom help you become truly unstoppable! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Brittany on Instagram: @brittanyrdn If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

We are happy to bring you an interview with WAG's Director of Marketing and Trader Joe's aficionado, Coach Ali Macy! Ali is an avid CrossFitter, nature enthusiast, traveler, photographer, and loves to write. With over six years of coaching experience, Ali prides herself in showing her clients how to feel confident in their bodies and with food choices to achieve their results. Enjoy! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Ali on Instagram: @ali-macy123 Article: I'm a Trader Joe's Obsessed Nutrition Coach - Here's What's in my Cart! Article: Macro Friendly Shopping at Trader Joe's If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

Happy new year, everyone! We're kicking off 2023 with Coach Brittany and Coach Ali discussing how to set reasonable and obtainable goals for the new year. In this episode, we share our opinions on new year's resolutions, discuss goals we achieved last year, and how to break big goals into smaller actionable steps to feel more successful and build momentum. Join us as we dive into understanding why motivation is created from the actions you're willing to take! Download our FREE Goal Setting Guide! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom Follow Brittany on Instagram: @brittanyrdn Follow Ali on Instagram: @ali_macy123 If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

On today's special holiday episode, your co-hosts Josh and Chris are sharing audio clips from fellow WAG Coaches with their favorite nutrition tips to tackle the holidays. We'll also expand on these ideas with our own feedback and our personal tips to manage your nutrition through the holiday season with confidence and grace! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Josh on Instagram: @coachjoshholton Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com. Follow us on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity and on Twitter at @insidewag.

In our inaugural episode, we interview coach Chris Bossom. With a decade in the fitness industry and over 6 years as a WAG nutrition coach, Chris has a lot of experience and wisdom to offer WAG clients. We hope you enjoy getting to know us and those working directly with clients behind the scenes at WAG! Save $50 off your first month of 1:1 nutrition coaching using the code 'INSIDEWAG' at checkout. Links: Follow Chris on Instagram: @thebossom If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and on Instagram at @workingagainstgravity.

In our inaugural episode(s), we interview coach Josh Holton. Josh has been a WAG Nutrition coach for over 5 years, a loving husband and father, and a music fanatic. We hope you enjoy getting to know us and those working directly with clients behind the scenes at WAG! Save $50 off your first month of 1-on-1 nutrition coaching using the code INSIDEWAG at checkout. Links: Follow Josh on Instagram @coachjoshholton Follow WAG on Instagram @workingagainstgravity If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and @workingagainstgravity on Instagram.

What if you could feel comfortable in your skin all the time, not just for a season? In today's episode, Adee and Michael are talking about ways you can sustain your progress and results over a long period of time. With a new mindset and a few practical strategies, you can build a system of habits that allows you to maintain a body you love forever. Tune in to hear: 2:45 - How the behaviors that *got* you fit and the behaviors that *keep* you fit will be different 4:30 - The power of grit and perseverance 6:05 - Why people often struggle with motivation during maintenance 9:15 - How to change your strategies when what has always worked stops working 11:40 - 5 strategies to help you stick with it long-term We'll be taking a quick break from recording new episodes to create space for some brainstorming and creativity in order to make this podcast the most productive for our listeners (you!) If you have an idea you'd like to share, please email us at [email protected]. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we'll be to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). We'd be extremely grateful if you left a review letting us know your favorite part of this episode!

Emotional Eating: what is it and how can you gain control? Almost all of us will deal with this struggle at some point in our life. In today's episode, Michael and Adee are sharing their experiences with emotional eating, discussing ways this might present itself in your own life, and offering seven powerful strategies to overcome this common roadblock. Tune in to hear: 1:30 Michael's own recent experience with emotional eating 2:45 Why talking about this struggle is important 4:00 Ways emotional eating might present itself in your life 6:30 The cycle of emotional eating 8:15 Seven strategies to gain control over emotional eating Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we'll be to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). We'd be extremely grateful if you left a review letting us know your favorite part of this episode!

This week's episode is a deep dive with Adee! Michael interviews Adee on her nutrition coaching journey, her personal struggles and triumphs with dieting, and how the fitness industry has evolved. Listen in for a real conversation about everything from the ups and downs of owning a business to searching for motivation and more! Tune in to hear: 1:35 - How Adee got her start in nutrition coaching 4:15 - Adee's growth as a coach over the past 7 years 6:45 - Adee's strategies for building strong and effective coach-client relationships 8:30 - Adee's biggest struggle as a coach and business owner 11:30 - Lessons learned on taking things too personally 13:45 - How the attitudes and goals of athletes have shifted in recent years 16:00 - The differences between eating for performance and eating for leanness 17:30 - How eating trends have changed in the CrossFit community 20:00 - Adee's personal journey with dieting and body composition change 25:00 - How coaching experience has transferred over to parenting Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we'll be to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). We'd be extremely grateful if you left a review letting us know your favorite part of this episode!

There's something profoundly satisfying about putting pen to paper and writing down your inner thoughts. Journaling allows you to experience what's going on inside your head, process it, and think about it in a different way. Today's episode is a deep dive into how and why you should make journaling a consistent part of your daily routine. Michael and Adee offer practical tips and strategies to make journaling a habit, provide some of their favorite journal prompts you can try, and share how journaling has changed their own lives. What you'll hear: 2:15 The benefit of getting your thoughts out on paper 3:30 The practice of morning pages 4:30 Noticing patterns in your journaling 5:45 Michael's experience reading through old journal entries 6:30 How journaling can be a form of self-therapy 8:40 Using journal prompts for a more effective practice 10:00 Adee and Michael's favorite journal prompts you can try 11:40 Creating a consistent journaling practice 13:30 Turning your practice into an unbreakable habit Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we'll be to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). We'd be extremely grateful if you left a review letting us know your favorite part of this episode!

We all know that sex is one of the most important parts of romantic relationships, but so many people don't like to talk about it. But Michael and Adee believe it's important to discuss, and it doesn't have to be controversial. In this episode, they unpack four practical strategies and mindsets for improving your sex life. These tools have helped them to get through the natural ebbs and flows that happen in any relationship, and they can help you in your relationship, too! Topics: 03:03 – Why talk about sex? 03:54 – Masculine and feminine energy 11:22 – Spending time apart 17:21 – Impressing and surprising your partner 23:42 – Talking about your sex life 25:59 – Accepting the ebb and flow Links: To read more of Esther Perel's work: https://www.estherperel.com If you liked this podcast, be sure to leave us a review! Learn more about becoming your happiest, healthiest self at www.workingagainstgravity.com and @workingagainstgravity on Instagram.

Why is it that the person you're closest to is also the person you're most skilled at pissing off? Today's episode is about 8 surefire ways to piss off your partner. Michael and Adee are giving examples from their own relationship and sharing some ways they've overcome annoyances to meet each other's needs. What you'll hear: 1:20 Giving unsolicited advice 2:40 Expecting too much attention 3:45 Failing to follow through on a commitment 4:40 Ignoring your partner 6:45 Spending too much time on your phone 7:30 Not acknowledging your partner's pain 8:30 Trying to fix everything instead of listening 9:35 Changing the subject when they're excited about something Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we'll be to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). We'd be extremely grateful if you left a review letting us know your favorite part of this episode!

What do you do when your clients need more than a cheerleader? Do you feel confident giving them some tough love? Giving constructive feedback is an art, and can be critical for your clients to achieve real behavior change. Today's episode is all about how to tactfully and effectively deliver honest feedback. Michael and Adee are sharing their own experiences as coaches so you can learn how to give the tough love your clients need in a way that maintains their dignity and strengthens your relationship. What you'll hear: 5:40 Michael's experience with aggressive feedback 9:05 Adee's background as a nutrition client receiving honest coaching and how that impacted her own coaching style 13:00 Questions to ask before giving advice 14:40 The Feedback Sandwich 17:00 How giving incorrect feedback can still be constructive 20:15 A template for giving feedback Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we'll be to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). We'd be extremely grateful if you left a review letting us know your favorite part of this episode!

In today's episode, Adee and Michael are sharing one of the biggest parenting lessons they have learned so far: your attitude about an experience is more important than the experience itself. While expecting, Adee and Michael heard many negative stories about parenting such as, "Say goodbye to your weekly date night" or, "You'll never sleep again." Recently Adee posted about her own positive experience as a new parent on Instagram and sparked a lot of conversation. This episode is a deep dive into how you can create your own story through the power of a positive attitude. What you'll hear: 3:15 - The negative advice Adee and Michael received when expecting their first child 6:05 - How to manage expectations of pregnancy, birth and parenthood 9:00 - Why sharing a balance of positive and negative experiences on social media is helpful 14:00 - Accepting reality and avoiding negativity 16:05 - The biggest parenting lessons Adee and Michael have learned so far Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we'll be to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). We'd be extremely grateful if you left a review letting us know your favorite part of this episode!