You've blamed yourself long enough.
In this brutally honest episode, Danielle unpacks one of the most dangerous lies diet culture has ever sold women: If you can't stick to the plan, it's your fault.
She shares the raw, hilarious, and heartbreaking story of cycling through every “miracle” diet—cabbage soup, lemon water, fat burners—and how each one left her more depleted, discouraged, and convinced she was the problem.
But the truth? You're not broken. The system is.
This episode dives deep into the science of why 95% of diets fail, how your metabolism adapts under chronic restriction, and why your body's “rebellion” is actually a survival strategy—not sabotage.
✨ Plus: a powerful reframe that will help you stop chasing fixes and start pursuing healing.
 
You're not undisciplined. You've just been handed a rulebook designed to keep you stuck. And it's time to throw it out.

You've blamed yourself long enough. In this brutally honest episode, Danielle unpacks one of the most dangerous lies diet culture has ever sold women: If you can't stick to the plan, it's your fault. She shares the raw, hilarious, and heartbreaking story of cycling through every “miracle” diet—cabbage soup, lemon water, fat burners—and how each one left her more depleted, discouraged, and convinced she was the problem. But the truth? You're not broken. The system is. This episode dives deep into the science of why 95% of diets fail, how your metabolism adapts under chronic restriction, and why your body's “rebellion” is actually a survival strategy—not sabotage. ✨ Plus: a powerful reframe that will help you stop chasing fixes and start pursuing healing. You're not undisciplined. You've just been handed a rulebook designed to keep you stuck. And it's time to throw it out.

Ep. 15 - You’re Not Broken—You’re Just in a Broken System

Hey there, and welcome to Empower Her Plate, the show where we break free from toxic diet culture, find a balanced relationship with food, and celebrate a life we genuinely love&mdash;without the guilt, obsession, or endless self-criticism.
I'm your host, Danielle White, personal trainer for over 20 years, owner of Iron Butterfly Fitness, and the coach who's helped thousands of women lose weight, redefine their bodies, and finally heal that love-hate relationship with food. As a 47-year-old who's still rocking a healthy physique, I'm here to dish out all the real tips, tricks, and truth bombs that can help you do the same&mdash;and more importantly, enjoy the journey because I am ALL about having FUN!
You might be thinking, &ldquo;Another fitness podcast?&rdquo; But here's the difference my podcast brings:
<ul>
<li>We're not just counting macros or logging endless cardio sessions. It's not about that... It's about your relationship with food - that is keeping you stuck in the enless yo-yo of dieting!</li>
<li>We're exploring how our mindset, emotions, and everyday life impact our bodies&mdash;and vice versa.</li>
<li>We talk about the hard parts of being a woman: juggling family, careers, relationships, faith, and self-care&mdash;without losing ourselves in the process.</li>
</ul>
If you've ever struggled with diets that didn't stick, felt frustrated by body changes, or secretly wondered why weight loss feels so complicated, you're in the right place. Because it's not all about the numbers on the scale&mdash;it's about the whole you.
 
<h3>What to Expect</h3>
1. Real Conversations We'll dive into the raw stories&mdash;the wins, the epic fails, and everything in between. I'll share how I've seen clients transform from the inside out (and how you can do it, too).
2. Game-Changing Strategies From body typing and fueling your body for optimal health, to dealing with emotional triggers and self-sabotage, we're going deeper than the average &ldquo;eat less, move more&rdquo; advice.
3. Fun Fitness &amp; Lifestyle Topics Yes, we'll chat about HIIT &amp; strength training (my fave!), but also about staying active in ways that fit your life&mdash;whether it's Pilates, hiking, or dancing in your living room. Plus, how to navigate those social events, the sweet treats you adore, and even the occasional &ldquo;Netflix &amp; Chill&rdquo; night without guilt!
4. Tips &amp; Tricks for a Lifelong Healthy Body At 47, I've learned a thing or two about maintaining a body that feels great&mdash;and how to enjoy life along the way. Expect plenty of mindset hacks and real-world strategies you can start using today.
5. The Hard Parts (And How to Win) Sometimes life hits us with heartbreak, doubt, or just plain fatigue. We'll talk about how to push through, lean on faith and community, and come out on top&mdash;stronger, wiser, and more confident than before.
Girl, I get it&mdash;this whole wellness journey can feel overwhelming. But you're not in this alone. I've guided thousands of women who felt stuck and frustrated, and watched them blossom into happier, healthier, more fulfilled versions of themselves. And guess what? You can do it, too.
SO, If you're ready to ditch the diet drama, heal your relationship with food, and create a strong, healthy body you truly love&mdash;then join me here every week on Empower Her Plate.
 
Hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode, and let's start this journey together.
Remember, your next level of health, confidence, and joy is waiting.
Danielle

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Hey there, and welcome to Empower Her Plate, the show where we break free from toxic diet culture, find a balanced relationship with food, and celebrate a life we genuinely love—without the guilt, obsession, or endless self-criticism. I'm your host, Danielle White, personal trainer for over 20 years, owner of Iron Butterfly Fitness, and the coach who's helped thousands of women lose weight, redefine their bodies, and finally heal that love-hate relationship with food. As a 47-year-old who's still rocking a healthy physique, I'm here to dish out all the real tips, tricks, and truth bombs that can help you do the same—and more importantly, enjoy the journey because I am ALL about having FUN! You might be thinking, “Another fitness podcast?” But here's the difference my podcast brings: We're not just counting macros or logging endless cardio sessions. It's not about that... It's about your relationship with food - that is keeping you stuck in the enless yo-yo of dieting! We're exploring how our mindset, emotions, and everyday life impact our bodies—and vice versa. We talk about the hard parts of being a woman: juggling family, careers, relationships, faith, and self-care—without losing ourselves in the process. If you've ever struggled with diets that didn't stick, felt frustrated by body changes, or secretly wondered why weight loss feels so complicated, you're in the right place. Because it's not all about the numbers on the scale—it's about the whole you. What to Expect 1. Real Conversations We'll dive into the raw stories—the wins, the epic fails, and everything in between. I'll share how I've seen clients transform from the inside out (and how you can do it, too). 2. Game-Changing Strategies From body typing and fueling your body for optimal health, to dealing with emotional triggers and self-sabotage, we're going deeper than the average “eat less, move more” advice. 3. Fun Fitness & Lifestyle Topics Yes, we'll chat about HIIT & strength training (my fave!), but also about staying active in ways that fit your life—whether it's Pilates, hiking, or dancing in your living room. Plus, how to navigate those social events, the sweet treats you adore, and even the occasional “Netflix & Chill” night without guilt! 4. Tips & Tricks for a Lifelong Healthy Body At 47, I've learned a thing or two about maintaining a body that feels great—and how to enjoy life along the way. Expect plenty of mindset hacks and real-world strategies you can start using today. 5. The Hard Parts (And How to Win) Sometimes life hits us with heartbreak, doubt, or just plain fatigue. We'll talk about how to push through, lean on faith and community, and come out on top—stronger, wiser, and more confident than before. Girl, I get it—this whole wellness journey can feel overwhelming. But you're not in this alone. I've guided thousands of women who felt stuck and frustrated, and watched them blossom into happier, healthier, more fulfilled versions of themselves. And guess what? You can do it, too. SO, If you're ready to ditch the diet drama, heal your relationship with food, and create a strong, healthy body you truly love—then join me here every week on Empower Her Plate. Hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode, and let's start this journey together. Remember, your next level of health, confidence, and joy is waiting. Danielle

Hey there, and welcome to Empower Her Plate, the show where we break free from toxic diet culture, find a balanced relationship with food, and celebrate a life we genuinely love—without the guilt, obsession, or endless self-criticism.
I'm your host, Danielle White, personal trainer for over 20 years, owner of Iron Butterfly Fitness, and the coach who's helped thousands of women lose weight, redefine their bodies, and finally heal that love-hate relationship with food. As a 47-year-old who's still rocking a healthy physique, I'm here to dish out all the real tips, tricks, and truth bombs that can help you do the same—and more importantly, enjoy the journey because I am ALL about having FUN!
You might be thinking, “Another fitness podcast?” But here's the difference my podcast brings:
<ul>
<li>We're not just counting macros or logging endless cardio sessions. It's not about that... It's about your relationship with food - that is keeping you stuck in the enless yo-yo of dieting!</li>
<li>We're exploring how our mindset, emotions, and everyday life impact our bodies—and vice versa.</li>
<li>We talk about the hard parts of being a woman: juggling family, careers, relationships, faith, and self-care—without losing ourselves in the process.</li>
</ul>
If you've ever struggled with diets that didn't stick, felt frustrated by body changes, or secretly wondered why weight loss feels so complicated, you're in the right place. Because it's not all about the numbers on the scale—it's about the whole you.
 
What to Expect
1. Real Conversations We'll dive into the raw stories—the wins, the epic fails, and everything in between. I'll share how I've seen clients transform from the inside out (and how you can do it, too).
2. Game-Changing Strategies From body typing and fueling your body for optimal health, to dealing with emotional triggers and self-sabotage, we're going deeper than the average “eat less, move more” advice.
3. Fun Fitness &amp; Lifestyle Topics Yes, we'll chat about HIIT &amp; strength training (my fave!), but also about staying active in ways that fit your life—whether it's Pilates, hiking, or dancing in your living room. Plus, how to navigate those social events, the sweet treats you adore, and even the occasional “Netflix &amp; Chill” night without guilt!
4. Tips &amp; Tricks for a Lifelong Healthy Body At 47, I've learned a thing or two about maintaining a body that feels great—and how to enjoy life along the way. Expect plenty of mindset hacks and real-world strategies you can start using today.
5. The Hard Parts (And How to Win) Sometimes life hits us with heartbreak, doubt, or just plain fatigue. We'll talk about how to push through, lean on faith and community, and come out on top—stronger, wiser, and more confident than before.
Girl, I get it—this whole wellness journey can feel overwhelming. But you're not in this alone. I've guided thousands of women who felt stuck and frustrated, and watched them blossom into happier, healthier, more fulfilled versions of themselves. And guess what? You can do it, too.
SO, If you're ready to ditch the diet drama, heal your relationship with food, and create a strong, healthy body you truly love—then join me here every week on Empower Her Plate.
 
Hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode, and let's start this journey together.
Remember, your next level of health, confidence, and joy is waiting.
Danielle

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