Best Coach Diana Leigh Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 71 - Fasting Before Feasting: Why Skipping Meals Can Backfire 17:28

38m ago17:28

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In this episode, we tackle a common habit that often does more harm than good: fasting before a big meal in an attempt to save calories. With the holiday season approaching, many of us find ourselves falling into the trap of skipping meals to indulge guilt-free later. While this idea may seem logical on the surface, it’s essential to understand why…

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Episode 70 - Navigating Holiday Mindset: Ditching the All-or-Nothing Mentality 11:44

7d ago11:44

11:44

The holiday season is just around the corner, and with it comes a unique set of challenges when it comes to maintaining our health goals. In this episode, we discuss the common mindset pitfalls that can sabotage our progress during the festivities. As we move from Halloween to Thanksgiving and through the New Year, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by …

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Ep. 69 - Beyond the Plate: Psychological Parallels Between Cults and Restrictive Diets 31:02

27d ago31:02

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In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the intriguing connections between restrictive diets and cult-like behaviors, exploring how certain dietary philosophies can adopt extremist tendencies. Many popular diets present themselves as the ultimate solution for health, often utilizing radical narratives that label other forms of eating as incorrect…

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Episode 68 - Take Control: How to Audit Your Own Nutrition 15:19

1M ago15:19

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In this episode, we dive into the empowering process of auditing your own nutrition. It’s one thing for me to evaluate your eating habits, but what if I taught you how to do it yourself? Understanding your current nutrition is essential for making the changes needed to achieve your health goals. We’ll explore why conducting a personal nutrition aud…

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Episode 67 - Decoding Dysfunction: Understanding Cortisol and Stress Management 14:05

2M ago14:05

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In this episode, we dive into the complexities of cortisol dysfunction and sift through the misinformation propagated by social media and MLMs. Cortisol is a vital hormone that helps manage stress, regulate metabolism, and maintain overall health. However, when cortisol levels become imbalanced, it can lead to various health issues. We start by exp…

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Ep. 66 - Beyond the Hype: Are Alcohol-Free Drinks a Smart Move for Cutting Back? 25:25

3M ago25:25

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In this episode, we dive into a topic that's increasingly relevant: the role of alcohol-free beverages in reducing or eliminating alcohol consumption. With growing options and awareness around these alternatives, many people wonder if they’re truly worth the investment or if they just add unnecessary calories to their diet. I explore the mindset ar…

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Ep. 65 - The Dining Dilemma: How to Eat Out and Still Crush Your Health Goals 16:48

4M ago16:48

16:48

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Navigating the Menu: Learn how to plan ahead and make mindful choices when eating out. Discover tips for balancing indulgence with health goals and how to approach different dining scenarios. Prepping for Success: Find out why planning your meal and staying nourished before dining out can help you avoid overindulg…

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Ep. 64 - Overcoming IBS: From Symptoms to Solutions (ft. client Kim Thornton) 53:13

4M ago53:13

53:13

In this episode of The Anti-Macro Podcast, Coach Diana sits down with Kimberly Thornton, a former client whose gut health transformed through 1:1 coaching. Together, they explore the intricacies of gut health beyond dietary choices, focusing on empowerment through knowledge and self-awareness. Key Topics Covered: Personal Journey with Gut Health: K…

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Ep. 63: Balancing Act: Stress Management Strategies for Type A Personalities 27:59

5M ago27:59

27:59

In this episode, we delve into stress management strategies tailored for Type A personalities, emphasizing both physiological and psychological aspects of stress. While physical health factors like nutrition, exercise, and sleep are crucial, today's focus is on the psychological impact of stress. Understanding Stress:Type A individuals often associ…

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Ep. 61: Thriving Through Transition: Strategies for Perimenopausal Wellness (ft. Elise Tzurkov, Perimenopause Fitness & Nutrition Coach) 1:00:07

5M ago1:00:07

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In this episode, Elise and Diana dive into the complexities of perimenopause, discussing the importance of nutrition, fitness, and hormonal health during this stage of life. Understanding Perimenopause: Elise explains that perimenopause is the transitional phase leading to menopause, marked by hormonal fluctuations and changes in the menstrual cycl…

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Ep. 61: Mastering Weekend Nutrition For Increased Consistency 19:02

5M ago19:02

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In this episode, Diana dives into how your weekends can significantly impact your health journey and the results you achieve. While weekdays often follow a structured and regimented routine, weekends tend to be more relaxed and spontaneous, leading to different eating and activity patterns. Diana explores how these weekend habits might be sabotagin…

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Ep. 60: Unveiling Shady Business Practices of Health MLMs (ft. Jill, MLM researcher and podcaster) 1:01:19

6M ago1:01:19

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In this episode of The Anti-Macro Podcast, I delve into the complex world of Multi-Level Marketing (MLMs) with my guest Jill, a dedicated researcher and podcaster whose show, "Opportunity Cost," uncovers the inner workings of MLMs through interviews and in-depth research. We start by defining MLMs and exploring why they are often considered schemes…

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Ep. 59: A Deep Dive into Gut Health Fundamentals 36:10

6M ago36:10

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We tackle the buzzword of the moment: gut health. With conflicting advice flooding social media platforms, it's crucial to distinguish between fact and fad. Join Coach Diana Leigh as she unpacks the truth about gut health and offers actionable insights to kickstart your journey towards optimal gut function. Coach Diana begins by exploring common sy…

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Ep. 58: Debunking Pregnancy and Postpartum Fitness Myths (ft. Mikayla Pock) 52:44

7M ago52:44

52:44

In this episode, I sat down with Mikayla, a specialist in pregnancy and postpartum fitness, to debunk common misconceptions surrounding health and fitness during and after pregnancy. Mikayla shares her journey and expertise, discussing how she became passionate about supporting women through their pregnancy and postpartum journeys. We dive into myt…

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Ep. 57: Beyond the Sweet Tooth - Understanding and Overcoming Sweet Cravings 25:32

7M ago25:32

25:32

Do you find yourself constantly craving something sweet, especially in the afternoon or after a meal? Are you constantly battling sugar cravings? Feeling like your love for sweets is hindering your nutrition journey? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, I delve deep into the world of sugar cravings and explore practical strategies for overcomi…

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Ep. 56: PCOS Demystified: Navigating Diagnosis and Wellness (ft. Meg Keysor) 54:56

8M ago54:56

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Episode Overview:In this episode, we delve into the world of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with Meg Keysor, a dedicated fitness and health coach specializing in PCOS management. From diagnosis to lifestyle strategies, Meg shares invaluable insights for women navigating this complex condition. Key Points Covered: Types of PCOS: Meg explains the v…

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Ep. 55: Is Plant-Based a Superior Diet? 41:48

8M ago41:48

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Recently, ANOTHER Netflix documentary came out touting the benefits of a plant-based diet. But is a plant-based diet truly superior to an omnivore diet? Should you be cutting out animal meats and other products to pursue a healthier life? In this episode, I aim to separate fact from entertainment and fear mongering, explore the environmental impact…

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Ep. 54: How Women Can Put Themselves First for Better Healthcare (ft. Susan Salenger, author and researcher) 44:45

9M ago44:45

44:45

As a coach who has worked primarily with women, I find that most of my clients are caretakers for others and often as a result struggle to care for themselves. Today’s guest reached out about discussing exactly this phenomenon and what an eye opening discussion it was. Susan Salenger is the author and researcher behind SIDELINED: How Women Can Navi…

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Ep. 53: Training Through the Ages (ft. Drew Schempp, fitness coach) 1:03:40

9M ago1:03:40

1:03:40

Today I’m bringing on a colleague and friend, Drew Schempp. Drew and I have both been in the CrossFit space for some time, but we didn’t cross paths until more recently when we started coaching at a strength and conditioning gym here in California called Performance360. As two people who have both had experience with fitness for much of our lives a…

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Ep 52: Balancing Blood Sugar for Hormone Health (ft. Casey Weiss, holistic nutritionist) 53:22

10M ago53:22

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Casey is a certified holistic nutritionist and life coach who lives in Northern California. She runs her practice, Your Case for Wellness, where she offers private and group coaching services. After nearly a decade of struggle with eating disorders and body image issues, she was able to find true health as well as peace with food and her body. Case…

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Ep. 51: 3 Things My Most Successful Clients Do 15:41

10M ago15:41

15:41

At the end of last year I did some reflecting on what exactly made my most successful clients succeed in their coaching process. I realized there were 3 key features that my most successful clients embodied. In this episode, I break down how these 3 features helped my clients succeed and how you can learn from these clients to create your own succe…

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Ep. 50: Out With the Toxic, In With the Positives for 2024 23:16

11M ago23:16

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This is going to be the last episode of 2023 because I’m gearing up to travel to the east coast to see my family and take some time off while I do that. This time of year in the fitness industry is always pretty predictable. Once we get into the school year business generally takes a dip but that dip really picks up the closer we get to the holiday…

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Ep. 49: How To Become a Morning Person 20:03

11M ago20:03

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I got a question in my DMs the other week from someone asking me for tips on how to become more of a morning person and I felt like this would make a great podcast episode. I consider myself to be a morning person and I’ve always been that way. My current routine has me waking up at 5:15am and going to the gym at 6am, and I genuinely prefer it. I d…

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Ep. 48: Fitness Lessons That Impact You Outside The Gym (ft. Gabe Erno, owner of Fitness Unlocked, personal trainer) 57:09

12M ago57:09

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Gabe Erno is a certified personal trainer and owner of “Fitness Unlocked”, operating out of San Diego, California. He specializes in empowering busy entrepreneurs and high performers to achieve their health and fitness goals amidst their hectic schedules and busy lives. However, his clientele ranges from young teens trying to put on muscle to the e…

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Ep. 47: How I Healed My Chronic Fatigue Through Shifting My Habits 32:17

1y ago32:17

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I talk a lot about stress and how stress can impact your overall health and there’s a good reason why. I speak from experience when I talk about stress and its impacts. I have spent majority of my life normalizing stress, so I never felt there was anything wrong with living a high stress life. I also didn't realize that my excessive exercise, const…

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Ep. 46: Misconceptions About the Hand Portion Method 10:41

1y ago10:41

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The primary tool that I use to teach my clients how much to eat to achieve specific goals is the Hand Portion Method. Today on the podcast I'm breaking down some common misconceptions about this method to clear the air and help you better understand this methodology. MISCONCEPTION 1: The HPM is the same thing as macro tracking. MISCONCEPTION 2: A h…

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Ep. 45: 5 Mistakes You're Making in Your Muscle Building Journey 20:04

1y ago20:04

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I’ve been on my fitness journey since I was probably about thirteen when I started taking spin classes so you can say I’ve been on this journey for almost two decades. That’s a long ass time. I’ve learned a lot along the way but I’ve also made mistakes. I’ve also been coaching in this space for almost a decade as mainly a group fitness instructor b…

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Ep. 44: The Inside Scoop on 6-Week Transformation Challenges 22:21

1y ago22:21

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I talk smack about 6-week transformation challenges on a regular basis, so you're probably going to be surprised to learn that I was involved in running one for my gym years ago. I'm dishing the hot tea on our experience with working with a prominent sales person in the fitness space running his 6-week transformation challenges for our gym and why …

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Ep. 43: Maintaining Consistency Through All Seasons of Life 16:45

1y ago16:45

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If you’ve ever struggled with consistency in your health and fitness journey, this one is for you. There’s a variety of reasons why you may lose your stride - it could be due to your schedule being jam-packed, you’re going through a period of high stress, you’re losing motivation, or something of the sort. How you deal with loss of consistency matt…

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Ep. 42: Road To Recovery Pt 2 (The Back Pain Episodes) (ft. David Sluss, back rehab coach) 1:30:22

1y ago1:30:22

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In case you missed it, I spent about 17 months rehabbing chronic back pain with the help of my coach, David Sluss. Back in November of 2022, I brought David on the podcast to talk about our personal journeys with back pain and some lessons learned along the way and this has been the most popular episode on the podcast to date. I think a huge reason…

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Ep. 41: It's Not Just About Losing Those 5-10lbs 15:43

1y ago15:43

15:43

On my coaching application, I ask what are your goals. Oftentimes what I see is, “I want to lose 5-10lbs”. It’s always this magic number, this magic range of 5-10lbs. What I know you’re thinking is, “If I just lose these 5-10lbs I’ll be so much happier in my body,” but I want to talk about why that is not entirely the case. Your desire to lose weig…

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Ep. 40: Maintenance Might Not Be Sexy, But It's Essential 14:54

1y ago14:54

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Let’s talk about the most UNSEXY part of your health and fitness journey and that is maintenance. Maintenance phase is the phase in which you can just be - you’re not dieting but you’re also not bulking, you’re fueling your body according to what it needs while also implementing baseline healthy habits like adequate exercise, sleep, recovery, and t…

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Ep. 39: Staying On Track in Your Health Journey Amidst Stress (ft. Heather Ulmer, current client) 50:27

1y ago50:27

50:27

Have you ever put your health journey on pause due to the time "not being right"? Maybe you're really busy or you're experiencing some really stressful circumstances. What if I told you that these times are the BEST times to hire a coach to get help and support, would you believe me? Heather came to me when stress was at an all time high. She was a…

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Ep. 38: Goal Setting to Create Consistency on Trips 11:32

1y ago11:32

11:32

I’m about to dish out one of my most frequently used coaching tools within my 1:1 coaching so buckle up because this is going to be a great coaching episode for you. Summertime is obviously filled with tons of vacations but let’s be real this is not an issue that is exclusive to this season. My clients are dealing with all kinds of trips that take …

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Ep. 37: The Basics of Getting Lab Work Done in Your Health Journey 19:24

1+ y ago19:24

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Disclaimer: I am not providing medical advice. This episode is being provided to inform you of options you may pursue in your health journey. If you have a health concern, please contact your medical provider. Labs are now being used by more and more health coaches to help optimize their clients’ health and achieve results beyond a calories in and …

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Ep. 36: Client Case - Interpreting Heather's InBody Scan Results 14:51

1+ y ago14:51

14:51

Recently my client Heather received results from an InBody scan that took a hit to her mindset. She felt she had been working hard but wasn't seeing the results she expected. This became a valuable coaching opportunity that I felt would be equally valuable to share with you here. In this episode I break down: What the raw data of Heather's InBody s…

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Ep. 35: Mindset Shifts for the Type A Personality 30:35

1+ y ago30:35

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More often than not I work with the Type-A, overachieving type of person. Usually these individuals are highly motivated, they take direction well, they’re organized, and they have a passion for bettering themselves. While these are amazing traits to have of course, they can often be our downfall especially in regards to our health. I am also that …

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Ep. 34: Optimizing Your Protein Intake 25:42

1+ y ago25:42

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Word on the street is you gotta eat protein to build muscle and support a healthy and happy body. Got it... but how do you actually go about increasing your protein intake and ensuring you're giving your body what it needs? In this episode, I cover: How much protein you need and how to estimate your daily intake through hand portions Which kind of …

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Ep. 34: Navigating Nutrition, Fitness, and Health While Traveling Europe 29:36

1+ y ago29:36

29:36

I’m back! I have now been back in the U-S-of-A for a week and a half now after traveling Europe for 18 days and for my first full-length episode since my return I wanted to talk about how I navigated my nutrition, fitness, and healthy lifestyle while I was traveling. In no way am I saying there is a right way to do things especially because every t…

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Ep. 33: 3 Tips to Increase Your Consistency in the Gym (MINI SERIES) 5:06

1+ y ago5:06

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ICYMI I'm just getting back from my honeymoon traveling through Europe for three weeks. The Anti-Macro Podcast will still release episodes weekly but they'll be bite-sized with quick tips, mindset shifts, and nuggets of information to guide you in your health and fitness journey. If you want to see strength gains, physical results, and your overall…

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Ep. 32: How To Keep Your Barbecues Balanced (MINI SERIES) 4:52

1+ y ago4:52

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ICYMI I'm on my honeymoon traveling through Europe for three weeks. The Anti-Macro Podcast will still release episodes weekly but they'll be bite-sized with quick tips, mindset shifts, and nuggets of information to guide you in your health and fitness journey. Tis' the season for barbecues, but that doesn't mean you need to sweat it when it comes t…

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Ep. 31: Tips to Eliminate Vacation Constipation (MINI SERIES) 5:29

1+ y ago5:29

5:29

ICYMI I'm on my honeymoon traveling through Europe for three weeks. The Anti-Macro Podcast will still release episodes weekly but they'll be bite-sized with quick tips, mindset shifts, and nuggets of information to guide you in your health and fitness journey. One of the most common issues my clients will come to me about is constipation while trav…

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Ep. 30: Hormone Health Actually Starts Here (MINI SERIES) 4:34

1+ y ago4:34

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ICYMI I'm on my honeymoon traveling through Europe for three weeks. The Anti-Macro Podcast will still release episodes weekly but they'll be bite-sized with quick tips, mindset shifts, and nuggets of information to guide you in your health and fitness journey. Hormone health is a HOT topic as of late and it's a buzzword that diet culture is craftin…

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Ep. 29: Mindset Shift - You Won't Lose Progress (MINI SERIES) 7:52

1+ y ago7:52

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ICYMI I'm about to be on my honeymoon traveling through Europe for three weeks. The Anti-Macro Podcast will still release episodes weekly but they'll be bite-sized with quick tips, mindset shifts, and nuggets of information to guide you in your health and fitness journey. Have you ever stressed about losing progress at the gym because of an injury,…

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Ep 28: Adopting a Sober Lifestyle (ft. Mariah Archer, alcohol-free strength coach) 1:03:27

1+ y ago1:03:27

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Whether you are looking to ditch alcohol completely, simply cut back a bit, or you're curious enough to hear about someone's perspective on going sober, this is a must-listen to episode! Mariah joined me to get vulnerable AF about the multiple rock bottoms she hit as well as multiple attempts to curb her drinking and how she finally found a sober-l…

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Ep 27: From Chronic Dieter to Well-Fueled Marathon Runner (ft. Michelle Geltman, former client) 44:41

1+ y ago44:41

44:41

Michelle came to me with a weight loss goal... but the problem was she was already eating in a deficit while training 6 days a week for an upcoming marathon. I told her to trust me as we increased her food intake and that's when magic happened. On this episode, Michelle shares her experience of working with me in 1:1 coaching and how we got her fue…

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Ep 26: Increasing Your Strength Potential While Eating in a Surplus 30:05

1+ y ago30:05

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While everyone out here is talking about eating in a deficit to lose weight, I want to talk about my experience I just had while eating in a surplus. What I’m hoping to do with today's episode is change the narrative on building muscle and gaining weight. The thing is women will express that they want a “toned” physique, but too often I see them ei…

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Ep 25: Achieving Healthy, Glowing Skin After Acne (ft. Deanna Mariolle, licensed aesthetician) 1:26:44

1+ y ago1:26:44

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In this episode, I invited my aesthie bestie to come on and chat skincare. Your skin is part of your health and often times your skin can be a reflection of your internal health. Plus, you need to know how to care for your skin best before and after your workouts. Today we cover: Deanna’s journey through having acne as a teen to what she did differ…

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Ep 24: Optimize Your Sleep Hygiene For Metabolic and Hormonal Health 23:04

1+ y ago23:04

23:04

Sleep is one of those underrated habits that I feel most people know is important but they don’t realize how important it truly is in your health and wellness journey. On this episode I want to make it clear why you need to prioritize sleep and how to optimize your sleep so you can reap all the benefits from it. Let’s dive in. Sleep is important an…

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Ep 23: Body Neutral Fitness (ft. Marissa Hussain, body neutral fitness coach) 38:48

1+ y ago38:48

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Marissa Hussain is the face and persona of her brand, The Self Love Fitness Club. Her content features either her sweet and happy personality guiding you through dance-style fitness or her sassy side calling out diet culture for the harm it perpetuates. On this episode, I invited Marissa to come on and chat with me about the body neutrality movemen…

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