Beyond the Body

Did you ever want to do something unconventional but couldn't because no one around you does it, or were you concerned that it would make you look abnormal? Well, sometimes, what's considered "normal" is not the most appropriate thing to do, and maybe your approach makes more sense.

Christina talks about not caring about society or norms and becoming who you want to be and who you truly are.

In this episode, Christina discusses:

• Some unconventional things about Christina
• Embracing who you're and going against the norm
• Putting yourself in an environment where you are liable to go against what is considered normal
• The need to evaluate default traditions that keep us confined to our limited belief structures
• What impact do your limiting beliefs have on you, and what you can do to change them

Memorable Quotes:

"Normal people are not usually happy people."

"It's okay if your idea of happiness or success is different than other people's."

"Do what aligns with your life, but don't pretend to be someone you're not just because everyone else is doing it."

"Just because something has always been done a certain way or associated with certain behaviors does not mean it is the right way or the best way for you to do things."

"Your beliefs are not reality, but they can change your reality."

Links Mentioned:

Christina's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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Have you ever wondered what exercises are the most effective for your goals? And which ones to avoid? Well, there is no black and white in fitness, but Christina offers some key guidelines for exercise selection and performance.

In this episode, Christina shares 5 exercises that the typical gym-goer may want to avoid and WHY!

In this episode, Christina discusses:

• Some exercises that are not effective for the purposes for which most people do them, and better alternatives to those exercises.
• Some tips for doing core workouts to take your training to the next level.

Memorable Quotes:

"There are so many ways to do so many exercises, that can be correct, depending on what your goal is for doing the exercise."

"Focus more on the quality of the movement than on how many reps you're actually doing."

"Most people's bodies just are not structured optimally to perform some exercises."

***It is important to also note that every exercise can be performed multiple "correct" ways depending on your goals and the purpose of the exercise in the overall training program.

Links Mentioned:

Christina's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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A casual discussion with Christina where she answers questions about life, love, and personal growth.

In this episode, Christina discusses:

• A decision that changed her life and made her a stronger person
• What love means to her and her previous struggles with showing emotion
• The most attractive qualities a person can exhibit
• Her golden rule for living a fulfilling life

Memorable Quotes:

"Loyalty, trust, and integrity go hand in hand. And it's so important in any relationship you have, whether it's a business relationship, whether it's a romantic relationship, a friendship."

"No matter who you are, where you come from, what you grew up with, or where in life you are right now, there is no limit to what you can achieve. You can achieve whatever you set your mind to."

"There are no limits to what you can achieve with the right plan and the right mindset."

Links Mentioned:

Christina's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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Are you tempted to indulge in your late-night cravings? Are you someone who constantly snacks throughout the day, even if you're not actually hungry? If you have big fitness goals but often end up sitting on the couch at night satisfying your food cravings, then this episode is for you.

Christina gives tips on how to curb cravings before they arise so you can break the vicious cycle of giving into them and no longer have your goals hampered by your eating habits.

In this podcast episode, Christina shares:

• How to overcome your habit of cravings or binge eating
• Some tips to help you reduce your cravings:
• Find out what foods to eat to ensure your body gets the right amount of nutrients.
• Eat higher volume meals — plan your meals so that you can eat as much food as possible while staying within your macro and calorie target.
• Time your meals properly — regularly feeding yourself can reduce hunger.
• Just resist the cravings — you are so much stronger than your excuses.
• Remove artificial things from your diet — focus on whole, unprocessed foods
• Have chewing gum in moderation to keep your mouth busy and take your mind off of food
• Brush your teeth after you eat — having minty toothpaste taste in your mouth eliminates the desire to eat

Memorable Quotes:

"Every time we reinforce a habit, by doing it repetitively, it becomes more and more ingrained into who we are."

"Excuses are only real if you let them be."

"Reframe every craving that you encounter into an opportunity to challenge yourself and to take one more step towards your goals."

"Just because you've never done something in the past does not mean that you can't do it in the future and does not mean that you are not capable of doing it."

Links Mentioned:

Christina's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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Relationships, family obligations, and trying to focus on your goals can get stressful. Are you surrounding yourself with the right people? Do you have clear boundaries and time dedicated to you and you only?

Christina discusses 3 ways to start focusing on you to achieve the results you want.

In this podcast episode, Christina shares:

• 3 Life-Changing Self-Improvement Tips:

1. Cut out toxic people and have clear boundaries and respect for yourself.

2. Wake up before your family and spend intentional time with yourself, for yourself.

3. Hire a coach so you can complain up and hear the advice you need to hear.

Memorable Quotes:

“Aim to surround yourself with like minded people, people who bring you up and if someone has a negative influence in your life, cut them out.”

“Ensure you get an absolute minimum of 20 to 30 minutes to yourself before the day starts, at least 75% of the week. Kids take a lot of energy. Relationships take a lot of energy.”

“If you're out there, trying random things to achieve your goals, you are going to get random results. Random results are not good results.”

“If you find yourself constantly complaining down, you are asking for permission to fail.”

*Always consult your health care professional before you begin taking any supplement.

Links Mentioned:

Christina’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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Have you ever wondered what supplements to buy? There are so many types and brands that, for most consumers, the world of supplements is completely overwhelming.

Christina discusses the importance of being educated on supplements and selecting ones that align with your fitness goals.

In this podcast episode, Christina shares:

• The story of her first time ever taking pre-workout
• Her take on some popular supplements such as fat burners, protein powder, creatine, and more!
• Some tips on how to select higher quality supplements
• What supplements are a complete waste of money
• The importance of proper nutrition, gut health, and stress management in fitness

Memorable Quotes:

“Supplements won’t do anything for you if your nutrition isn’t consistently on point and aligned with your goals because supplements are meant to supplement a healthy diet.”

“Proper recovery is key to both building muscle and losing fat.”

“Do not use pre-workout as a crutch if you are eating properly.”

“Sometimes, we are more addicted to the ritual of taking the pre-workout than to the actual supplement.”

*Always consult your health care professional before you begin taking any supplement.

Links Mentioned:

Christina’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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Have you ever been angry at someone and been adversely affected by it in other areas of your life? There is a strong correlation between how your personal life goes and how you are doing physically, so if you have problems in any of those areas, there will be problems with your training or nutrition. In today’s episode, Christina talks about how you can improve your relationships and feel better about yourself.

In this podcast episode, Christina shares:

• How our actions become affected by our emotions
• What can you do to shift your mindset and stop hurting yourself when you are in a bad relationship
• How a disconnect with your lifestyle affects your training and nutrition
• How opening up the door for a conversation helps you to improve your relationships
• How you can weed out the people who are not right for you
• What you should do when something is bothering you

Memorable Quotes:

“Your energy and time are not worth using on anything that doesn't empower you to progress forward or make you happy.”

“As soon as you take responsibility for everything in your life, you have the power to change everything.”

“When you respect your own energy, others pick up on that and respect you back.”

Links Mentioned:

Christina’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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When you walk out of the gym, have you ever felt like you could have done more, or that you aren't getting the results you want despite going consistently? If you do, then Christinia's five mindset tips will definitely help you in increasing the intensity of your workouts and getting more out of them.

In this podcast episode, Christina shares:

• Five mindset tips that you can apply to your workouts to get more out of your workouts
• What you can do to make progress in the gym without being too hard on yourself
• Changing your mindset for working out by visualizing reps
• Getting the most out of your gym workout while not getting fatigued
• Taking your training to the next level by disconnecting your mind and your body

Memorable Quotes:

“If you really want to make progress in the gym, you have to be willing to push outside your comfort zone and embrace discomfort.”

“It's the reps that are the most uncomfortable that are going to make the biggest difference in your progress.”

“The more you can normalize discomfort during training, the stronger you will get, especially mentally.”

Links Mentioned:

Christina’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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How often do you feel like you can't even accomplish what you set yourself to accomplish? With an unaligned life, you will not reach your goals nor you can tap into your full potential. In today’s episode, Christina talks about alignment and how to cultivate trust within ourselves.

In this podcast episode, Christina shares:

• About the Shred program and the program for beginners to lose weight
• Why being honest with yourself is essential to achieve your goals
• Cognitive dissonance and how it impacts your fitness goals
• Why do you end up lying to yourself and making excuses for not doing what was planned
• How you can get your life into alignment
• The difference between being in alignment and being misaligned

Memorable Quotes:

“You cannot step into your power until you are being honest with yourself.”

“Be honest with yourself about what your goals are. Be honest about what you want out of life, and be honest about what you are willing to do to get there.”

“We want to stay within our comfort zone. And that's why growth is so uncomfortable.”

“Life doesn't give you have any obstacles that you cannot overcome”

“Keep in mind that all of the struggles that you are going through are an essential part of your journey. If you don't encounter the obstacles, you don't gain the experience required to level up, and you don't grow or evolve into the person who can serve a higher purpose in life.”

Links Mentioned:

Christina’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Free FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness

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Have you ever felt like you kept eating continuously and couldn’t stop? Are you having trouble getting rid of the binge eating habit? If so, this episode is just for you. In today’s episode, Christina introduces five steps for binge eaters that will help them to stop their binge eating habits.

In this podcast episode, Christina shares:

• How do we get stuck in the cycle of binge and restrict
• Identifying what triggers you to binge eat and how to eliminate those triggers
• What food is best for your body
• Factors that contribute to binge eating and how to decrease your cravings for binge eating
• How your mindset impacts your binge eating habit
• The reasons why some people resort back to old habits after they finish a fitness program

Memorable Quotes:

“We don’t generally binge eat when we feel good, or when we’re doing well in life. We binge eat when something throws us off, or when we’re feeling emotional.”

“In order to change the visible, you have to change the invisible. That is you have to change your thoughts, your beliefs and your self identity.”

“The most valuable thing is not achieving your goal, but the habits that you build throughout your journey.”

“Believe in yourself that you’re worth putting in the work for.”

Links Mentioned:

Christina’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

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