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In this episode, I’m joined by Micah Okerlund, a MACROS 101 alumna, to talk about what happens when you no longer feel like yourself. After a difficult pregnancy and diagnoses including PCOS, insulin resistance, and endometriosis, Micah found herself exhausted, disconnected, and searching for answers.

She shares how learning to trust her body, let go of fear and judgment, and approach change with patience and self-compassion helped her reclaim her energy, transform her mindset, and find her way back to herself. If you've ever wondered whether lasting change is possible, this conversation is a powerful reminder that your future self is worth fighting for.

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In this episode, I’m sitting down with my longtime business coach, James Wedmore, for a conversation that goes far beyond just business. We’re diving into the fear of failure, exploring why many of us stay stuck in what’s familiar and uncovering the real price we pay when we let fear call the shots. From reclaiming your personal power to finding the courage to step into the unknown, this episode is packed with the kind of mindset shifts that will help you transform every area of your life, whether that’s your business, your fitness journey, or simply becoming the version of yourself you know you’re truly capable of becoming.

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Today’s podcast is from a Live Coaching session inside our Alumni program, Beyond MACROS101, where I sit down with Leah to unpack what seemed like a simple macro-tracking problem, but turned into a much deeper conversation about choice, ownership, and intentionality. We talk about the difference between actively making your own decisions and just reacting to life as it happens, and how that mindset shift can completely change your relationship with food, goals, and even yourself. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “getting away with something” in your fitness journey, this episode will challenge the way you think about progress, flexibility, and personal responsibility.

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In this episode, I sit down with Stacey Harkey to unpack a truth most of us don’t realize at first: you don’t actually want to lose weight; you want to like yourself. We dive into Stacey’s journey from Studio C to personal training, and the powerful lessons he’s learned about authenticity, confidence, and taking up space. We talk about why chasing external goals like weight loss can keep you stuck, how fear and people-pleasing hold you back, and what it really looks like to build self-worth from the inside out. This conversation challenged me in the best way, and I know it will for you, too. If you’ve ever felt like you’re not enough or that you need to shrink yourself to be accepted, this episode is your reminder: you were meant to shine.

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In this episode, I share a late-night realization about why so many people give up just before their efforts start to pay off. By reflecting on my own journey of recovering from chronic pain, I illustrate how this experience transformed my understanding of change, patience, and what it truly means to make progress. We explore the common trap of confusing slow results with a lack of results, a misconception that often leaves people feeling stuck. To help you navigate these moments of doubt, I offer five essential questions to determine whether you should maintain your current course or make a strategic pivot. Whether you are questioning if your hard work is making a difference or considering throwing in the towel, this discussion offers a fresh perspective on staying committed long enough to achieve meaningful outcomes.

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In this episode, I dive into why getting started on your fitness journey can feel so hard, and what to do about it. I break down how we often make “starting” way bigger than it needs to be, why our brain resists change, and how past experiences can hold us back. I walk you through how to redefine getting started in a way that feels doable today, so you can finally take that first step and build real, sustainable momentum. If this resonates with you, take one small action today and share this episode with someone who needs that push to get started, too.

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In this episode, I sit down with Shaylee Williams, aka The Unfiltered Fit Mom, to talk about what it really takes to reach your fitness goals, and why the real secret is simply continuing to show up. We dive into Shaylee’s journey with CrossFit, the mindset that helped her finally hit a 300-lb back squat after years of trying, and the lessons she’s learned about mental toughness, self-doubt, and persistence along the way. We also talk about motherhood, competing for the experience, and why you don’t have to be elite to call yourself an athlete. If you’ve ever felt discouraged because progress is taking longer than you expected, this conversation is a reminder that consistency, not perfection, is what ultimately gets you there.

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I’m back with another RANT episode. It’s been a while since I’ve done one. So, in today’s podcast, I’m getting honest about something I see all the time in the fitness space: people saying they’re “doing everything” when they really aren’t. Seeing what true bodybuilding prep actually looks like gave me a whole new perspective on what going all in really means. And the truth is, most of us aren’t doing everything we possibly could to reach our goals, and that’s completely okay. The problem is convincing yourself that you are. I also talk about the trade-offs that come with any goal, why “fence sitting” often leads to frustration, and the powerful difference between saying “I’ve done everything I can” and “I’ve done everything I’m willing to do.” If you’ve been feeling stuck or resentful in your journey, this might be the mindset shift you need.

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In this episode, I’m sharing a Live Coaching session with Marissa where we talk about one of the most common struggles I see when starting MACROS 101: our relationship with the scale. If the number can instantly change your mood, make you question everything you’re doing, or tempt you to jump to the next plan, you’re not alone. We talk about the “messy middle,” why your brain craves certainty, and how learning to tolerate discomfort is the real key to long-term success. This episode isn’t just about the scale; it’s about building the emotional resilience to stay consistent and trust yourself through the process.

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Today’s episode is a special one because I’m feeling that excitement again, being back behind the mic and now sharing the biggest lessons I’ve learned from 10 years of coaching and working with over 10,000 women. I dive into why macro tracking is a tool, not a diet, why progress doesn’t always look like success, and why mindset and self-trust matter more than perfect plans. I also talk about how to fit macros into your life, the key questions to ask before starting any fitness journey, and why this was never really about the food. If you’ve ever felt stuck or felt like you’ve failed before, this episode will help you look at your fitness journey through a completely new lens.

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