In this episode of The Wellness Plus Podcast, host Chelsea is joined by Evelyn Harper, a seasoned fitness coach and wellness expert. We discuss common fitness myths that hold us back from achieving our health and wellness goals. Evelyn shares her experience and insight to debunk the misconceptions about abs, calorie counting, fasted cardio, and meal frequency.

We explore the truth behind the idea that "abs are made in the kitchen" and why sustainable diet changes are just as important as the right workouts. Evelyn shares her personal journey toward a stronger, leaner body and how breaking free from myths like never doing crunches or sweating to burn fat helped her reach her fitness goals.

We also chat about why lifting heavy weights isn’t just for men, how to avoid falling into the calorie-counting trap, and the importance of mental wellness in the fitness process. You’ll learn how small, mindful adjustments to your workout routine, diet, and mindset can create lasting changes without resorting to extreme fads or misinformation.

This episode is all about empowering you to take control of your fitness journey, trust your body, and make educated choices about what works for YOU. If you’re tired of getting stuck in the never-ending cycle of quick fixes, this episode is for you!

What you’ll discover in this episode:

• 🍏 Abs are made in the kitchen? Why your diet plays a pivotal role in revealing those abdominal muscles.
• 🏃‍♀️ Sweat = Fat Loss? Uncover the truth about sweating in the sauna and how your body actually burns fat.
• 🏋️ Lifting for Women: The myth of “bulking up” and why lifting heavy weights is great for everyone.
• ⏰ Meal Frequency & Timing: The lowdown on how eating throughout the day impacts your metabolism.
• 🧠 Mindset Matters: How mindset and mental wellness play into your fitness journey.
• 🥗 The Power of Nutrition: How a balanced diet, not just calorie counting, plays a vital role in achieving your goals.

Evelyn shares insightful advice on how to make small, realistic changes that build into lasting habits—and why being consistent, not perfect, is the secret to success. So, whether you’re lifting weights, finding balance with food, or just learning to listen to your body, this episode is packed with actionable tips for getting you closer to your goals!

Tune in for practical tips, inspiration, and a refreshing take on health that focuses on long-term wellness. Be sure to connect with Evelyn on Instagram and check out her 4-week reset program to get personalized guidance and start your journey toward a sustainable, stronger you.

 

📌 Links and Resources

If you would like to follow, work with or contact Evelyn directly you can do so through the links below;

🌐 Website: https://evelynharper.com/ 

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/for_ev_erfit/

🎬Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@for_ev_erfit  

📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ForEverFitRVA 

🔄 4 Week Reset Program: https://evelynharper.com/join-our-4-week 

 

You can contact Chelsea directly if you would like to request an episode topic or specific guest;

✉️ Email: [email protected] 

 

Find clips of the video podcast on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@psychetruth

 

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