Ever find yourself asking, “Am I actually hungry… or just craving something?” You’re not alone and this question goes much deeper than willpower.

In this episode, I break down the difference between true physiological hunger and cravings, and why so many women feel disconnected from their hunger cues in the first place. Drawing from my experience as an online coach with 9+ years in the fitness industry, I share what I see daily with my coaching clients from lifestyle women to competitors transitioning out of prep.

We’ll talk about how chronic dieting, rigid food rules, stress, and under-fueling can blur the lines between hunger and cravings, making it hard to trust your body. I also explain how I coach clients through this exact confusion so they can stop second-guessing themselves around food.

You’ll learn:
• The signs of true hunger vs. cravings
• Why cravings aren’t a problem to “fix”
• How restriction often fuels more cravings
• How I help clients rebuild trust with their hunger cues
• Practical coaching-based strategies to respond to both without guilt

If you’ve ever felt confused around food, judged yourself for cravings, or wondered why you’re “always hungry,” this episode is for you. Understanding your body’s signals is a key part of the coaching process inside NicoleFerrierFitness—and a powerful step toward a more balanced, sustainable relationship with food.

Whether you’re a lifestyle client, former chronic dieter, or competitor learning how to eat outside of prep, this conversation will help you approach food with more clarity, confidence, and compassion.

Tune in and start learning how to listen to your body again.

Connect with me:
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Coaching & resources: www.nicoleferrierfitness.com