Fit + Fueled Life: Perimenopause, GLP-1s + Fat Loss Over 40

This episode is all about how I made peace with overtraining and the steps I took to overcome the 'need' to exercise. I also share some common overtraining symptoms and answer some FAQs from Instagram.

Overtraining is definitely a topic that is near and dear to my heart. I fell into the overtraining trap for MANY years and ignored the symptoms until my health (and body composition) really started to suffer. I was literally forced to cut back on exercise and make changes, and I don't want other women to experience the same struggles, which is why I am so passionate about sharing this information now.

Nowadays, my workouts are short and sweet and done with moderate intensity. I feel a whole lot better and my body composition has improved dramatically! I've built muscle and lost fat by doing LESS!

There is life after overtraining. When you commit to dropping the 'more is better' mantra and adopting balance, you will not only feel better, but with the right exercise regimen, will look better too.

Get results in just 20 minutes, 4 days per week!

My new fitness program, SweatMadeSimple, is an intermediate-to-advanced dumbbell program, composed of workouts that are 20 minutes or less, designed to increase strength, definition, and lean lines. I designed this program for women, who think they might be overtraining and for busy women, who want to look like they actually work out, but don’t have a ton of time to exercise!

Out of every program I’ve ever created, SweatMadeSimple is the closest thing to how I personally train most of the time, and I seriously cannot wait for you to get your hands on it!!

Grab it here: https://programs.carrotsncake.com/sweat-made-simple 

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A lot of women think the only way to lose weight is by cutting calories and increasing their exercise. Sure, this approach works... until it doesn't. If you're doing all the 'right' things, but not seeing positive physique changes, this episode is for you!

In this episode, I share some ideas for changing your body composition without dieting and restriction. My approach focuses on nourishing your body and removing stress in order to support your metabolism and goals.

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I waited 6 months to share this update about my healing journey... but here we are! :)

I share all the details - from begging my GI doctor for medications to being completely medication-free months later.

When I was at my worst with symptoms, I made a deal with the universe: If I could heal my body, I would help others do the same, so I started putting together ALL of the details of my healing journey, and I'm offering it for free to anyone who wants it. Just sign up via the link below!

https://carrots-n-cake.mykajabi.com/healing-journey

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In this episode, I chat with Alicia Gonzalez, Senior Marketing Manager of HYLETE. As HYLETE’s Senior Marketing Manager, she is on the ground floor of all marketing initiatives for the direct-to-consumer focused performance apparel brand. As the point person for media inquiries and multiple marketing channels and partnerships, she is an expert on all things HYLETE and is excited to share why she’s passionate about working for a brand that is focused on connecting with its community.

HYLETE is a fitness apparel brand that is community built and driven, founded in 2012 with a focus on building great products made to withstand intense training sessions and also offer comfort outside of the gym.

We chat about:

Alicia completing her first half marathon and the HYLETE gear she trained in.

Alicia's and Tina's favorite HYLETE products and HYLETE bestsellers (the Iris Short for women and Fuse Short for men)

Circuit II Cross-Training Shoe

Nimbus II Tight

Luna Tight

Iris Short

Versa Short

Altium II Sports Bra

Linear Tech II Hoodie

To learn more and order some gear for yourself, visit https://glnk.io/4o79/tinahauperthylete

SAVE 20% with code THAUPERT20

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Theodora Blanchfield is a Los Angeles-based writer and started her, blog Preppy Runner, in 2009. As a journalist by training, her writing has always followed her life. She's written on everything from weight loss to running (a seven-time marathoner!) to mental health.

Theodora struggled with depression and anxiety, and then grief, after losing her mom to ovarian cancer in July 2017. Through sharing her struggles, she's learned the power of vulnerability.

Theodora recently completed her masters in clinical psychology and plans to purse a career as a therapist.

Theodora and I chatted about how loss inspired her to go back to school to become a therapist. She also shares some details about her experience with ketamine for depression and how to proactively manage stress.

You can find Theodora on IG @theodorable as well as her websites.

https://preppyrunner.com/

https://www.theodorablanchfield.com/

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I used to get so angry and frustrated when people told me that I needed to 'manage my stress.' Like, what did that mean exactly? How the heck could I manage stress when I had so much on my plate? It all seemed super overwhelming, and I honestly didn't see a way out of the stress-filled life that I was currently living.

It wasn't until my health got so, so, so bad that I was literally forced to make changes. It was such a low point in my life, I don't want anyone to experience a similar health scare, so I decided to share some of the things I *actually* did to get a better handle of the stress in my life.

I share more than 20 different ideas (some big, some small) as well as plenty of mindset and behaviors shifts that eventually made the difference.

As I always say... it's never one thing, so hopefully this episode gives you some ideas for working towards a better balance with the stress in your life. And remember to give yourself time, patience, and grace with the process. It doesn't happen overnight, but it WILL happen. Hang in there!

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Amber Shaw is the Founder of the Wellness Revolution, a leading global movement for thousands of women to empower them to rediscover their confidence and create a body that looks as good as they feel. As a Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Certified Personal Trainer, Amber is committed to overhauling the diet culture so women have the support and accountability they need to change their lives.

In this episode, Amber and I chat about how to get away from extreme behaviors when it comes to diet and exercise. Amber shares simple, actionable steps to help you get off the 'dieting crazy train.' If you've struggled with restrictive diets or over-exercise, this episode is for you!

You can connect with Amber on IG @msambershaw or ambershaw.com

Does this resonate with you? 1:1 coaching can help you ditch the restrictive diets and find a healthy way to approach your lifestyle.

We are currently taking applications. Apply below! https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/coaching/

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I've struggled with acne since I was 10 years old, so this episode's topic really hits home for me, and I was honored to interview Dr. Yug Varma, who specializes in getting to the root cause of acne.

Yug Varma, PhD, is the Cofounder & CEO of Phyla, the world’s most advanced probiotic acne system. He has 10+ years of microbiome research experience including an extensive background in bio-organic chemistry, microbiology, and synthetic biology. Dr. Varma received his scientific training at several distinguished academic institutions, including Johns Hopkins University (PhD) and University of California, San Francisco. His scientific work has been published in many prestigious journals, including Nature.

Dr. Varma’s mission is to change the way we treat chronic bacterial diseases, and is working tirelessly to achieve this goal with a microbiome-based technology platform. He is passionate about promoting scientific literacy, and devotes a significant amount of time demystifying microbiome research and making the latest research accessible to the general public.

We discussed a variety of topics:

- What the microbiome reveal about acne

- Different skin microbiomes all over our body

- Using pre and probiotics to treat acne

- The root cause acne

- How to treat acne a better way

Find out more about Dr. Varma and find his products at http://phylabiotics.com.

Are you interested in working with Tina to undercover causes for your hormonal acne? Find out more here: https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/coaching/

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Have you been experiencing any of the following…

* Dizziness

* Weight gain

* Low blood pressure

* Allergies

* Poor recovery from workouts

* Salt cravings

* Depression or anxiety

* Exercise intolerance

* Sleep issues

* Poor memory or brain fog

* Low energy/fatigue

* Low libido

* Pain and inflammation

* Frequent illness

 

If so, you could be suffering from Low Cortisol.

 

Cortisol is a naturally-occurring steroid hormone that helps regulate body processes such as your metabolism and your immune response. Having a proper cortisol level is essential for weight and stress management and for your overall good health.

 

When your brain is not telling your adrenals (technically, your brain and HPA-Axis) to produce enough cortisol to support your body systems, you start to experience some of these symptoms.

 

Here are some possible reasons you may be have Low Cortisol levels:

* Chronic stress

* Excessive exercise and endurance training

* Low-fat or low-carb diets, under-eating in general

* Head trauma

* Cortisol suppressing meds like corticosteroids, antidepressants, or opiates

* Addison’s disease

 

Some of the best ways to manage Low Cortisol is to avoid habits and activities that cause the problem in the first place. Avoid the following:

* Over-exercising

* Low-carb/Low-fat diets

* Skipping meals or Intermittent Fasting

* Inflammatory foods, alcohol, and caffeine

 

What to do:

* Sleep and rest

* Eat enough

* Reduce high-intensity exercise

* Replenish lost minerals, specifically vitamin C sodium, potassium, magnesium

Unsure if you have Low Cortisol and want to learn more?

A DUTCH test can help! This urine-sample based (totally non-invasive) test can be done at home and, as a FDN practitioner, I can help you analyze your results and create a plan of action moving forward.

 

Click the link below to apply for coaching and connect with a CNC coach today!

https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/coaching/

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I am so excited to share this episode with you today... and it's much overdo!

I have two amazing coaches on the CNC Coaching Team and, today, I chat with Coach Emma and Coach Allison! You'll get to learn a bit more about them both professionally and personally in this fun conversation.

In our chat, we highlight what we love about working with our female clients as well as our various philosophies and what makes our approach unique. Plus, we share some real talk on what to expect when you work with one of us!

Specifically, we answer the following questions:

- What is your experience/expertise as a coach?

- Why did you become a nutrition coach?

- Why do you enjoy coaching women?

- Who are your favorite kinds of clients to work with?

- What are common struggle you see when women try to lose weight? How is your approach different?

- What are some of your favorite client wins?

- Why/how does having a coach get you the best results?

- How is our process different from other programs?

- What would you say to someone who is hesitant to hire a coach because they won't succeed, think it's too expensive, etc.?

You can follow Coach Emma @empoweredhealthwithemma and Coach Allison @allisonjacksonfitness

Are you interested in working with a CNC coach? Find out more here: https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/coaching/

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