Best Healthyweightloss Podcasts (2025)

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Why Dieting Isn't Working Anymore and What Actually Will|332 38:25

24h ago38:25

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This winter, I'm not shrinking. I'm building. No crash dieting. No January panic. Just real strength and real momentum. Because here's the truth most women never get told: You cannot diet your way into better body composition. If you've been restricting for years, your body isn't broken… it's guarded. Muscle is the midlife game-changer: Stronger me…

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Maintenance Season: How to Hold Your Progress in December Without Dieting Hard 33:24

1d ago33:24

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Send us a text In this episode, I talk about why December doesn’t need to be a “weight loss month” to be a win and how treating it as maintenance season can actually move you further long term. I’ll walk you through the 4 anchors I use with my clients: 2 strength training sessions per week A realistic step goal (usually 6,000–8,000 per day) Protein…

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Why Cortisol Is Wrecking Your Sleep and Health – Solutions from Stress Nation|331 56:29

8d ago56:29

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This week I sat down with Justin Hai, the guy who basically said "yeah… stress is the villain in your midlife story" and then wrote a whole book proving it. Spoiler: he's right. We dig into: • Why cortisol is out here acting like a drama queen • The sleep-stress-hormone Bermuda Triangle making belly fat stick around • How tech is low-key ruining yo…

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Hormones, Not Just “Getting Older”: Dr. Melissa Miskell on Menopause, HRT & Feeling Like Yourself Again 51:09

12d ago51:09

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Send us a text In this episode I sit down with Dr. Melissa Miskell, a gynecologist with 30 years of experience who has helped thousands of women feel like themselves again using bioidentical hormone therapy. If you’re over 40 and dealing with brain fog, mood swings, belly fat, hot flashes, low sleep, or low libido and keep being told “that’s just a…

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Sneezing Without Fear: Pelvic Floor Secrets Every Woman Over 40 Needs|330 1:07:47

15d ago1:07:47

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No one warned us that sneezing after 40 would turn into a full-body event. You brace, you clench, and you pray you don't pee yourself. But guess what? That's not normal and today we're getting into all things below the belt. In this Fit Girl Magic podcast episode, physical therapist and researcher Christina Walsh, co-founder of Tighten Your Tinkler…

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Before You Give Up This Holiday Season… Listen to This One Habit That Changes Everything 19:07

17d ago19:07

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Send us a text This time of year, sticking to your goals feels harder than ever. Busy schedules, dinners, darker days, stress, cravings… and suddenly November becomes the beginning of the holiday spiral. But here’s the truth: You don’t need a perfect plan to stay on track during the holidays — you just need one grounding habit that keeps you steady…

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Rewriting Your Identity: How to See Yourself as a Fit, Balanced Person (Before You Get There) 32:46

24d ago32:46

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Send us a text Most people try to act fit before they believe they’re fit and that’s exactly why they fall off track. In this solo episode, I break down how to rewrite your identity so that consistency becomes effortless. You’ll learn why your current self-image shapes every food choice, workout, and “restart,” and how a simple mindset shift can tr…

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How to Stay Consistent Through the Holidays (Without Burning Out)|329 42:33

23d ago42:33

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You know that "I'll start fresh in January" energy? Yeah… I'm calling BS on that. In this episode, it's time to break up with that New Year hype and showing you how to start your comeback now, right in the middle of the messy, cookie-filled, pre-holiday chaos. Because here's the truth: dates don't create change—reflection does. Here's What I Talk A…

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How To Lift Harder Not Smarter Over 40| 328 36:37

29d ago36:37

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Back in my competition days, rest days weren't a thing. My "recovery" was half-assed yoga followed by guilt because I wasn't drenched in sweat. If I wasn't training six days a week with a side of cardio, I thought my gains would evaporate. Sound familiar? Fast-forward to today, I've softened my stance. Most women I coach are juggling work, kids, pa…

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How to Train Smarter Through Your Cycle (Not Against It) 28:28

1M ago28:28

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Send us a text In this episode, I explain how women can get stronger, recover faster, and feel more confident by training with their hormones and not fighting them. For years, women were told to train like smaller men. But your energy, recovery, and performance naturally shift across your cycle and understanding that rhythm changes everything. I’ll…

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What Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Know About Good Fats with Udo Erasmus|327 1:10:23

1M ago1:10:23

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You've heard me preach about the power of good fats, and this week, I finally sat down with the man who literally started the good‑oil movement: Udo Erasmus, creator of the legendary Udo's 3‑6‑9 Blend and author of Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill. We're busting myths left and right in this one. Remember when we thought fat‑free was the holy grail? Y…

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Caffeine, Cortisol & Cravings: How Your Morning Routine Might Be Making You Tired 22:18

1M ago22:18

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Send us a text In this episode, I dive into how your morning coffee habit might secretly be draining your energy and triggering cravings later in the day. I share my own story of drinking multiple coffees just to “get through the day” and what happened when I learned to work with my body’s natural cortisol rhythm instead of against it. You’ll learn…

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2 Diet Lies Midlife Women Needs To Stop Believing|326 32:22

1M ago32:22

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Alright, Magic Makers—today I'm getting a little spicy. I'm calling out the two lies I used to tell myself all the damn time, and if you've ever said, "I'll start when things calm down" or "I just need 30 days to get my sh*t together," this one's gonna sting (in a good way). Lie #1: "I'll start when life calms down." Let's be real—when has that eve…

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The Hidden Hunger: Why You’re Craving Sugar, Tired, and “Doing Everything Right” - And How to Fix It 31:00

2M ago31:00

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right — eating healthy, tracking your food, trying to stay consistent - and yet… you’re still tired, moody, or craving sugar all the time? That’s what I call hidden hunger and I see it all the time with my clients (and I’ve been there myself). In this episode, I talk about what’s really…

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5 Must-Have Supplements Every Woman Over 40 Should Know About (and the Ones to Avoid)| 325 1:08:44

2M ago1:08:44

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If you've ever stared at your supplement stash wondering if any of it's actually doing something, this Fit Girl Magic episode is your wake-up call. Kim sits down with Jared St. Clair, herbalist, supplement expert, and host of Vitality Radio, to break down the real truth about supplements for women over 40. You'll learn: The 5 Vital Supplements that…

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Track What Truly Matters: The 4 Habits That Create 80% of Your Fitness Results 40:22

2M ago40:22

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Send us a text Most people track everything — calories, macros, supplements, heart rate. Only to end up being overwhelmed. But the truth? Only a few habits truly move the needle. In this episode, I share how to find and track the 20% of actions that create 80% of your results using my simple “Core Four” system: 💪 Workouts 🚶‍♀️ Steps 🍳 Protein & Fib…

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Am I the A 🤬hole to My Body|324 34:15

2M ago34:15

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Okay, real talk — I had to ask myself the question I'd been obsessed with the Reddit forum: Am I the A🤬 hole? And when it came to my fitness journey… yeah, I was. In this Fit Girl Magic episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how I spent years bullying my body, pushing harder, eating less, stressing more, and wondering why nothing was working. A🤬h…

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The Emotional Side of Weight Loss: Why Feelings Matter More Than Food or Exercise 32:24

2M ago32:24

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Send us a text Most people think weight loss is about calories, macros, and workouts — but the truth is, it’s your emotions that make or break your progress. In this solo episode, I open up about the emotional side of weight loss and why managing guilt, frustration, and self-criticism is just as important as managing your nutrition or training plan…

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The Truth About Stress & Midlife Weight| 323 58:57

2M ago58:57

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Ever feel like your body is straight-up rebelling? You're eating clean, working out, doing all the "right" things, but the scale won't budge, your moods are a rollercoaster, and you're ready to scream into a pillow every time someone asks, "What's for dinner?" Yep, that's not "just life", that's stress overload. In this Fit Girl Magic podcast episo…

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Your 8-Week Reboot Starts Now: The 80% Plan (Not Perfection) to Get Unstuck 38:13

2M ago38:13

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Send us a text Ready for a reset you can actually stick to? In this episode, I walk you through the first 14 days of my 8-week challenge starting October 6—the same simple system I use to help busy women get results without extremes. We’ll focus on 80% consistency, not perfection and I’ll show you exactly what to do in Weeks 1–2 plus how to track p…

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Midlife Weight Loss Without the Hustle|322 37:31

2M ago37:31

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What if the harder you try, the more stuck you actually get? I know, sounds backwards, but I learned this lesson the hard way. Picture this: I'm in Hawaii, surrounded by paradise, and instead of enjoying the damn beach, I'm in full-blown meltdown mode over whether I earned my Mai Tai. That was the moment I realized… something had to change. Enter: …

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More Than the Scale: The 80% Rule & Progress Dashboard That Actually Deliver Results 56:18

2M ago56:18

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Send us a text In this solo episode, I break down why the scale is only one data point and often a misleading one. Daily weight swings (water, salt, cycle phase, hard workouts, sleep) can hide real progress. Instead of chasing perfection, I show you how to win with 80% consistency and a simple Progress Dashboard that tracks what actually moves the …

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What Women Need to Know About GLP-1s, Ozempic, and Midlife Weight Loss|321 1:01:50

3M ago1:01:50

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So… Serena Williams shares she used GLP-1s to support her weight loss and the internet implodes with hot takes, shade, and side-eyes. Here's the truth: when it comes to midlife weight loss, some folks don't come to this decision lightly, and others are judging from the sidelines. If you've ever felt like you had to hide what's working for you becau…

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Thyroid Truths for Women 40+: Hashimoto’s, “Normal” Labs & Feeling Human Again with Dr. Heather Stone 1:02:24

3M ago1:02:24

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Heather Stone, a functional medicine practitioner with 20+ years of experience helping women navigate hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. We unpack why so many women have “normal” thyroid labs but still feel exhausted, foggy, or stuck with weight—and what to actually do about it. We cover: Thyroid 101…

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Why Weight Loss After 40 Isn't About Discipline|320 24:10

3M ago24:10

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Here's the truth: once you hit your 40s, those 2-hour gym marathons and bro-split routines aren't just outdated… they're working against you. What used to keep you lean and strong is now leaving you exhausted, inflamed, and frustrated. In this Fit Girl Magic podcast episode, I break down how to make your workouts actually work for you now: Why mobi…

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Celebrating Small Wins: Why Consistency Beats Perfection in Fitness and Life 30:01

3M ago30:01

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Send us a text In this episode, I share some exciting news—my podcast was recently recognized as one of the top nutrition and fitness podcasts! But here’s the truth: it didn’t happen overnight. It’s the result of small, consistent steps taken over five years. And that’s exactly the lesson I want to pass on to you. When it comes to health and fitnes…

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Inflammation or Fat? How to Tell (and Fix It!) |319 50:51

3M ago50:51

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Is it fat… or inflammation? Dr. Shivani Gupta reveals the simple daily shifts that can cool your body's fire and bring back your energy. Feeling puffy, bloated, or like your body's rebelling? It might not be "just weight", it could be inflammation. In this Fit Girl Magic podcast episode, I sit down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, an inflammation-fighting p…

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From Finland to Italy: What Food Culture Can Teach Us About Balance, Movement, and Guilt-Free Eating 34:08

3M ago34:08

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Send us a text Hi, it’s Turo here. In this episode, I’m diving into something a little different: how culture shapes the way we eat, move, and think about health. Growing up in Finland, meals were quick, functional, and often tied to rules and restriction. Now living in Italy, I’ve experienced the complete opposite—meals as social events, daily mov…

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Is Your Healthy Lifestyle Actually Stealing Your Life? |318 31:38

3M ago31:38

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Have you ever had a moment where you're like, "Is this really my life?" Yeah… me too. Mine happened mid-cry on a StairMaster, squeezing in a 90-minute workout because I thought being "the fit girl" was my golden ticket to happiness. Sigh....t wasn't. In this Fit Girl Magic episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the raw, messy truth about…

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Alcohol and Your Health: The Truth About “Moderate” Drinking and Why Less Is Better 34:48

3M ago34:48

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Send us a text In this episode, I (Turo Virta) share my personal journey with alcohol—growing up with a dad who drank daily, going out every weekend in my 20s, and where I’m at now: only having a few drinks occasionally. For years we heard that moderate drinking might be good for you, maybe even protective for the heart. But newer, higher-quality s…

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Do You Want to Stop Being A People Pleaser?|317 54:27

4M ago54:27

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Do you have the syndrome? You know… the one where someone asks, "Hey, can you make the homecoming banner?" and before your brain or calendar catches up, your mouth says, "Of course!" Then five minutes later you remember… you've got a major deadline, three other commitments, and exactly zero extra hours this week. This week, I'm sitting down with th…

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Build a Body You Love: Ariana Hakman’s No-Diet, No-Guilt Formula for Busy Women 1:04:24

4M ago1:04:24

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Send us a text In this episode of the FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast, I sit down with Ariana Hakman, founder of Luna Fit, to uncover how busy women can finally build a body they love—without restrictive diets, endless cardio, or food guilt. Ariana shares her journey from corporate finance burnout to creating a wellness brand that blends technology, nut…

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Your Guide to the 4 Seasons of Fat Loss|316 37:51

4M ago37:51

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Tired of feeling like every day is diet season? It's not your plan — it's your timing. Press play and find out what season your body is really in. If you've been treating every single day like it's fat loss season, we need to talk. In this Fit Girl Magic episode, I'm breaking down my Weight Loss Seasons Framework, winter build, spring downshift, su…

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From Punishment to Power: 5 Steps to Heal Your Relationship with Exercise 31:05

4M ago31:05

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like you need to “work off” what you ate—or that exercise is punishment for not being perfect? In this episode of the FitMitTuro Fitness Podcast, Turo Virta breaks down why this mindset keeps you stuck in guilt and inconsistency—and how to finally heal your relationship with exercise. You’ll learn why movement shou…

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How to Make Healthy, Delicious Dinners Easy |315 36:54

4M ago36:54

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If you've ever opened the fridge, stared blankly, and considered making cereal again for dinner… this one's for you. In this Fit Girl Magic podcast episode, I'm joined by the magical Allison Schaaf, a combo of registered dietitian and trained chef, to tackle the #1 question I get from clients: "What the heck do I cook?!" We chat about: Why meal pre…

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Strong, Not Smaller: Redefining Fitness Goals for Women Over 40 32:25

4M ago32:25

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Send us a text Tired of chasing a smaller number on the scale—only to feel more exhausted, frustrated, and stuck? In this empowering episode, Turo Virta (@personaltrainer_turo) challenges the outdated fitness ideal of "shrinking" and offers a stronger, smarter path for women over 40. You’ll learn why focusing on getting stronger—not smaller—builds …

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You didn't fall off the wagon, you outgrew the plan|314 27:04

4M ago27:04

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Ever feel like your health goals are playing hide-and-seek every time life throws a curveball before your coffee even gets cold? You're not alone. In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the real reason your "plan" might not be working anymore, and spoiler alert, it's not because you're lazy, unmotivated, or lacking discipline. Here's wh…

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Breaking the Guilt Cycle: How to Move On After a Bad Eating Day (Without Starting Over) 24:45

4M ago24:45

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Send us a text One bad eating day doesn’t mean you’ve failed—and it definitely doesn’t mean you need to start over on Monday. In this compassionate solo episode I share practical, empowering strategies to help you bounce back from overeating without guilt, restriction or punishment. Learn why skipping meals, over-exercising, or obsessing over perfe…

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Inflammation, Hormones, and Perimenopause Truths|313 1:01:12

4M ago1:01:12

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You're doing everything "right" and your body's still like… nope. Can't drop the weight. Can't sleep. Can't stop yelling at your husband for breathing too loud. If you've ever blamed your hormones but couldn't explain which ones or why this episode is your wake-up call. I brought in hormone ninja Becca Chielankowski to break down the real hormone h…

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The Link Between Sleep and Cravings: Why You Can’t Out-Willpower Poor Rest 25:24

5M ago25:24

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Send us a text If you’ve ever wondered why your cravings spike after a bad night’s sleep, this episode is for you. Turo Virta breaks down the powerful connection between sleep quality and appetite, revealing how hormone shifts—like increased ghrelin and reduced leptin—trigger hunger, emotional eating, and low energy. Learn why lack of sleep can fee…

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Why Your Old Diet Tricks Are No Longer Working|312 27:21

5M ago27:21

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If we were besties sipping coffee (or wine, let's be honest), and I wasn't afraid of hurting your feelings, this is the conversation we'd have. This episode? It's for the woman who says she's "stuck," who's tired of tracking every bite, who keeps saying "I just need to get back on track" without asking what that even means anymore. ⚠️ Spoiler alert…

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Unlocking Athletic Potential with the SAM Scan: Injury Prevention, Nervous System Recovery & Off-Season Performance with Tom Swales 1:02:08

5M ago1:02:08

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Send us a text In this powerful follow-up episode, I sit down again with physiotherapist and strength coach Tom Swales to explore the SAM scan—a self-assessment tool that helps athletes identify and correct hidden imbalances before they lead to injury. We break down how individualized assessments beat one-size-fits-all programs, and how even small …

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Surprising Truths About Osteoporosis, Bone Health, and Fracture Risk with Dr. John Neustadt|311 48:00

5M ago48:00

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Ladies, we need to talk about the part of your body you never think about until it literally snaps —your BONES. This week I'm joined by the actual king of bones, Dr. John Neustadt, a doctor and , researcher , and supplement founder who's made it his mission to prevent the silent epidemic we call osteoporosis. 👀 And spoiler alert: Most of us don't h…

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Why You’re Eating Clean But Still Not Losing Fat: 5 Common Mistakes 31:12

5M ago31:12

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Send us a text Eating healthy but the scale won’t budge? In this episode, I break down the 5 most common reasons why clean eating doesn’t always lead to fat loss. From portion size pitfalls and calorie creep to metabolic adaptation and water retention, I explain what’s really going on—and how to fix it. You’ll also learn why strength training is es…

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Fat Loss Should Be a Phase, Not a Lifestyle | 310 46:00

5M ago46:00

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Welcome back to the third episode of our Metabolism Series – and today, I'm tackling the one topic that gets everyone in their feelings: FAT LOSS. But let's be clear… I'm not talking crash diets, cabbage soup, or "skinny by Saturday" nonsense. I'm talking fat loss done right. If you're a woman over 40 who's been dieting harder than a 2000s fitness …

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Should Women Train Differently After 40? Strength, Hormones, and Fat Loss Explained 32:14

5M ago32:14

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Send us a text Hormonal shifts after 40 can lead to stubborn belly fat, slower metabolism, and muscle loss—but that doesn’t mean you're stuck. In this episode, I break down exactly how women over 40 can (and should) train differently to feel strong, energetic, and confident. You’ll learn: Why strength training is your #1 tool for fat loss, energy, …

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How to Stop Being Scared of Money with Tess Waresmith|309 1:03:19

5M ago1:03:19

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Ladies, if money talk makes your eyes glaze over... or you secretly worry you're "bad" at it... this is THE episode for you. I'm bringing in my girl Tess Smith, a financial educator who is the exact OPPOSITE of some stiff suit yelling on TV. (No jargon. No shame. No calculator required.) She's keeping it SIMPLE and real, because money stress is one…

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