Argue Your Limitations

We survived Thanksgiving! Now it's time to jump right in to the winter holidays! This time of year, it is super hard to stick to health and fitness goals. This week, we're here with some tips on how to get through it!

If you want to watch the video version, you can find it over on Facebook!

Leah and Courtney are here to give you some updates about their fitness journey. One is more on track than the other, can you guess who?

There's also a tornado warning. Because why not add to the fun? 

Content Warning: Courtney and Leah both discuss their actual weight numbers.  We never expect anyone to share their numbers.

Does skinny equal healthy? What time should I workout during the day?

This and more in our next round of myth busters!

In part 2, Courtney hits Leah with fitness and body related myths. Congratulations! You made it to the end of this myth busting saga.

What’s the deal with Juice Cleanses? What is an empty calorie? Should I be eating fat free?

Welcome to part 1 of our myth busting series. Don’t worry, it’s only a 2 parter… we try to keep things chill around here. 

During part 1, Courtney throws food related myths at Leah. Got a myth we missed? We’d love to tackle it for you!

Stuck at a plateau?  It happens to everyone at some point during their journey.  While plateau’s are normal, they are also very annoying.  Leah and Courtney will discuss a few ways to break the plateau and resume your weightloss.  

Surprise!  The first suggestion is “do nothing”.  Yep, you heard that right.  Courtney is intrigued by the idea of zig zag nutrition, and Leah warns against the deficit cycle.

What is Leah giving up? The scale! Why? Listen to find out

Leah and Courtney dig back into why’s and take it down to 4 basic reasons. We focus on connecting your emotions to your why and focusing on what you want, instead of relying on an outside motivator. Don’t let the pressures of society take away the joy of living your life. Life is not a pass/fail.

Content Warning: Courtney and Leah both discuss their actual weight numbers. We never expect anyone to share their numbers.

Do you struggle with accountability when it comes to your health & fitness journey? Don’t worry. You aren’t alone. This week, Leah and Courtney tackle the topic of struggling to stay accountable to yourself and how to find a person or community to help reverse that trend.

How does a conversation about accountability turn into a conversation about furbies (yes, those creepy little toys . . .)? You’ll just have to listen to find out!

Why is Courtney covered in bruises?  How does Leah maintain upper body strength?  Pole Fitness.  

Leah discusses her journey with pole dancing, and shares what the sport has taught her. Courtney talks about her first classes and what you can expect.

From learning body acceptance, to building strength, pole has a lot to offer.

Content Warning: Courtney and Leah talk about eating disorders. We urge you to choose your mental health first. If listening to this episode may be triggering, please feel free to choose yourself first.

Disordered eating is not a straightforward definition. It can take many forms. We explore some of the ways that eating disorders may present.

If you think you may be struggling with an eating disorder, seek professional advice from your doctor.

Content Warning: Courtney and Leah both discuss their actual weight numbers.  We never expect anyone to share their numbers.

It’s time for a field trip!  Courtney and Leah hit the pavement in search of a DEXA scan and find one right in their backyard.  We explain the whole process from start to finish and talk about our results.

Special thank you to OrthoIllinois for hosting Courtney and Leah for a DEXA scan, and to the amazing tech who let us take photos and rattle on about our podcast.