Ever feel like you’re constantly “starting over” with your nutrition? You get motivated, set big goals, try to do everything at once… and then life happens. Suddenly you’re tired, off track, and telling yourself you’ll start again Monday.

In this episode, I break down why motivation and willpower aren’t enough, and what actually works if you want to stay consistent—even when you’re busy and exhausted. You’ll learn:

👉 Ready to finally stop starting from scratch every week? Register for my free How to Meal Plan to Lose Weight pop-up podcast—a limited-time audio training happening Sept 22–28. I’ll walk you step by step through creating a 7-day meal plan that you love, that fits your life, and that saves you time.

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 Metabolic slowdown is inevitable when you’re losing weight - but what if you could limit how much it happens? In this episode, I break down a 2025 meta-analysis showing how strategic diet breaks can help reduce metabolic adaptation, explain exactly how I’m using them in my own fat loss, and help you decide if this tool is right for you.

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If you could only pick three lower body exercises to get the most out of your time in the gym — more muscle, more calorie burn, and more functional strength — these are it.

In this episode, I’m walking you through my top 3 lower body moves, how to do them with confidence, and how to keep progressing so you actually see results. 

You’ll also learn exactly how to apply progressive overload so you never hit a plateau, plus a simple workout you can plug into your week right now.

And don’t forget — from Sept 22–28, I’m running a limited-time podcast series called How to Meal Plan to Lose Weight. It’s your 7-day audio blueprint for creating meals you love, hitting your nutrition goals, and saving time. Grab your spot at effectivefitnessforwomen.com and click the banner at the top.

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Ever felt like you are just living your life constantly snapping at your kids, agitated, or maybe just wanting to shut down? If that's you, you need to listen to this episode. Today I’m joined by Adriene Thompson, a certified parent coach, to unpack what’s really going on beneath those moments of snapping, shutting down, or feeling stuck in survival mode. 

We’re digging into:

What dysregulation actually looks like for moms 

The signs your nervous system is constantly in overdrive

The connection between your regulation and your child’s behavior

Practical ways to create more calm in your body

Whether you’ve been feeling exhausted, reactive, anxious, or just “off,” this conversation will help you understand what your body is trying to tell you and how to gently shift out of constant stress so you can feel more calm and help your kids stay calmer, too. 

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Calm Down Toolkit

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Struggling with snack attacks between 3 and 5 PM? Me too!

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the after-school snack trap-that chaotic window where energy crashes, cravings hit, and willpower vanishes. If you’ve ever found yourself wandering into the pantry with zero memory of how you got there, this episode is for you.

This episode blends real-life mom struggles with practical nutrition and mindset tips-perfect for anyone trying to balance healthy eating, weight loss, and strength training goals with everyday chaos.

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Working out but not seeing results? If you’re stuck spinning your wheels with group classes, random YouTube workouts, or just not getting stronger-this episode is for you.

I'm breaking down 3 reasons your workouts aren’t working and simple fixes to finally make progress with strength training and weight loss.

This episode is for busy moms ready to get stronger, lose fat, and stop wasting time on workouts that don’t work.

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Feeling like meal planning is one more thing on your never-ending to-do list? In this episode, I’m sharing the real-life strategy I use to make meal planning simple, sustainable, and something you can actually stick with—even during chaotic weeks with travel, kids, and zero margin.

You’ll hear how I kept our meals running smoothly even after a 5-night trip with my kids, all because I had a plan in place before we left. I’m breaking down what meal planning actually looks like (and why it doesn’t mean prepping everything on Sunday), and how having a repeatable routine can keep you out of cereal-for-dinner mode and on track with your goals—without the stress.

This episode is your encouragement to stop starting from scratch every week and start building a meal plan routine that fits your real life.

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The transition from summer to school year can knock the wind out of even the most organized mom. Sure, the quiet house might sound amazing, but the logistics of getting everyone out the door, fed, dressed, and while staying sane? That's another story.

In this episode, I’m walking you through five things I’m personally doing to make the back-to-school season smoother without letting go of the routines that you've been working so hard to build-like strength training and meal planning. 

If fall tends to hit you like a ton of bricks, this episode will help you go into it with more intention and less overwhelm.

👉 Want more support as routines shift?

Fall is coming! And with it, a fresh chance to reset your health routines. Before you dive into back-to-school schedules and endless grocery runs, I want you to pause and dream a little. In this episode, I’m walking you through how to design your realistic ideal routine for fall-one that works for your actual life, not your Pinterest fantasy life.

Whether your workout routine disappeared over the summer, your meal planning went off the rails, or you’re just starting your journey toward fat loss through strength training (welcome!), this episode gives you a guided reflection on the healthy routines you want to build this season before things get crazy.

Want help building a sustainable fitness and nutrition routine?

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Want to build strength, tone up, and actually enjoy your workouts—even when you can’t make it to the gym? In this episode, I’m breaking down my top 5 favorite dumbbell exercises for at-home strength training. These are mom-friendly, space-saving, and powerful moves that hit all your major muscle groups—no fancy equipment required!

Whether your kid is home sick, the gym’s closed for a holiday, or life is just life-ing, these exercises will help you stay consistent and strong right from your living room. I’ll also walk you through how to make each movement easier or harder, so you can tailor your workout to your level and still make progress.

Enjoy!

Rachel

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