It's Not You, It's Your Hormones

It's Not You, It's Your Hormones

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  • 2. The Problem with Being a Type A Woman

    If you've been running on stress, chaos, and caffeine for as long as you can remember, it's time to hit the brakes. In this episode, we’re diving into survival mode—why we get stuck there and, more importantly, how to break free. Because, you weren’t meant to live life at full-throttle Mountain Dew velocity forever.

    What's in this episode, you ask? Well, buckle up because you're getting a peek into... 

    • The survival mode trap—why you’re always running on adrenaline and cortisol
    • How to actually slow down without feeling like a lazy failure
    • Why your body is begging you to take a break
    • The sneaky habits that keep you stuck in burnout
    • Real, practical steps to shift out of stress mode and reclaim your energy

    Press play and hit that follow button and let’s fix those hormones, babe! 🎧✨

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    17 min
  • 9. Menopause & Perimenopause 101 Symptoms & Starter Solutions

    Okay, ladies over 40 (and honestly, everyone needs to tune in!), let's talk about the M-word: menopause. Does it make your butt clench a little? You're not alone. We've been conditioned to dread or ignore this massive hormonal shift, but knowledge is power, babe! 

    Whether you're in the thick of it, noticing sneaky symptoms, or just want to train for a smoother transition, we're dropping some serious real tea on what's actually going on and how to start feeling like your juicy, sexy self again. No more feeling like you're losing your damn mind – just straight-up facts and first steps to navigate this powerful recalibration.

    What's in this episode, you ask? Buckle up, because you'll hear...

    • The sneaky symptoms of perimenopause and menopause that go way beyond hot flashes and might be dismissed as "just stress" or other hormonal imbalances.
    • Why simply "eating less and exercising more" is often a useless (and frankly, infuriating) blanket statement for women navigating this hormonal shift.
    • Chelsea's no-BS perspective on menopause as a hormonal transition, not a disease, and why understanding this difference is crucial for feeling empowered.
    • Actionable starter tips for exercise (hint: think beyond endless cardio) and diet to support your body as your hormones evolve.
    • The crucial role of nourishing your adrenals and managing stress, especially as you become less resilient to it during perimenopause and menopause.
    • A reality check on quick-fix solutions and why a holistic, personalized approach that addresses the root causes is essential for long-term relief and feeling your absolute best.

    Ready to ditch the dread and step into this new era feeling empowered and vibrant? Hit that follow button and let's get you thriving! 🎧✨

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    31 min
  • 5. Anxiety: Are Your Hormones Making You Anxious?

    Think your anxiety is just "who you are?" Nope. It’s probably your hormones wreaking havoc on your nervous system. In this episode, let’s break down the real reasons you feel like an anxious, overwhelmed mess and how simple, science-backed changes can completely shift your mood, energy, and waistline. No fluff—just facts, strategies, and a little tough love.

    What's in this episode, you ask? Well buckle up beacuse you're about to get the scoop on...

    • Why your anxiety isn’t just in your head (hint: your hormones are involved)
    • How your daily habits (like raw-dogging caffeine on an empty stomach) are making things worse
    • The top nutrition strategies that will lower cortisol and stabilize your mood
    • Why you need to stop using wine as a crutch for anxiety & sleep (yes, I said it!)
    • The game-changing Healthy Hustle Bootcamp that’s helping women lose weight and ditch anxiety

    Press play and hit that follow button and let’s fix those hormones, babe! 🎧✨

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    29 min
  • 1. How to Know if Your Hormones are F*cked

    If you’re running on caffeine, juggling a million things, and feeling like a hot mess express—congratulations, babe, you’re in the right place. In this debut episode, I’m getting real about why so many high-achieving women are exhausted, puffy, and stuck in a cycle of burnout. Spoiler: it’s not just your workload, it’s your hormones.

    What's in this episode, you ask? Well buckle up, because you're about to hear... 

    • Why “just eat less and exercise more” is the worst advice ever
    • The difference between hiring a doctor vs. hiring an integrative health practitioner (and why it matters)
    • The sneaky symptoms of hormone imbalance that too many women ignore
    • The mindset shift you need to actually heal (hint: it starts with slowing down)
    • How I went from sleep-deprived, over-caffeinated, and always hungry to balanced, energized, and thriving

    Hit that follow button and let’s fix those hormones, babe! 🎧✨

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    14 min
  • 7. Bloat-Free Bride: Detox & Debloat Protocol

    Calling all brides in the thick of wedding planning madness! You want to look and feel absolutely snatched walking down that aisle without adding any more stress to your already overflowing plate, right? This episode is your exclusive cheat sheet to a bloat-free wedding week. Forget endless cardio and starving yourself, babe. I'm giving you the no-BS detox protocol to ditch the puffiness, reclaim your waistline, and glow like the goddess you are on your special day (and in those all-important photos!).

    Ready to glow up for your wedding and release the first 5-10 lbs in 2 weeks? Grab your spot in Bride Boot Camp here! 

    What's in this episode, you ask? Well, buckle up because you’ll be hearing… :

    • Why wedding stress is a major hormone disruptor and how it can lead to major bloat and water retention.
    • Chelsea's simple yet effective detox water recipe to kickstart your lymphatic system and digestion.
    • How lymphatic massage and gentle movement can work wonders to depuff and release excess fluid.
    • The crucial rule about your morning coffee (hint: ditch the empty stomach!) and why matcha might be your new best friend.
    • Easy-to-implement dietary tweaks for the week leading up to your wedding to minimize bloat and maximize radiance.
    • Why dry brushing, gua sha, and even a float tank can be your secret weapons for looking and feeling amazing.

    Ready to say "I do" to feeling confident and bloat-free on your big day? Hit that follow button and let's get you glowing, babe! 🎧

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    22 min
  • 6. How to Be Consistent in Weight Loss

    Tired of feeling like one “wrong bite” sends you spiraling into a three-day cookie bender? You're not alone. This week, I'm dropping a truth bomb for all my high-achieving women who are crushing it in life but feel like they're constantly falling off the wagon when it comes to their health goals. It's time to ditch the all-or-nothing BS and learn the mindset hack that will finally help you stay consistent without feeling like a failure.

    What's in this episode, you ask? Well buckle up because you’re about to hear…

    • Why the "all or nothing" mindset is for losers (and how it's sabotaging your progress).
    • How to stop treating slip-ups like a full-blown plane crash and learn to "adjust the plane" instead.
    • The game-changing concept of your "bounce back rate" and why improving it is key to long-term success.
    • Why one "perfect" week of eating means absolutely nothing compared to consistent, imperfect action.
    • How to ditch the rigid diet mentality and create a sustainable system that allows for all foods (yes, even the cake!).
    • Why being "too busy" is actually the PERFECT time to start prioritizing your health and create more time and energy.

    Ready to stop the diet drama and finally create sustainable change? Press play and hit that follow button, babe! 🎧✨

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    13 min
  • 3. Why You Lose Weight on Vacation

    Ever come back from vacation feeling lighter, more energized, and somehow less bloated—even after indulging in all the pasta, wine, and late-night gelato? It’s not magic; it’s science, baby. And today, I’m breaking down exactly why this happens and how you can bring those vacation vibes (and benefits) home.

    What's in this episode, you ask? Well, buckle up because you're about to get the scoop on...

    • Why stress (or lack of it) plays a major role in your weight while traveling
    • How movement on vacation is different from your usual workouts
    • The shocking truth about food quality in the U.S. vs. other countries
    • Why your body actually starts craving different foods when your hormones are happy
    • The science behind "hyper-palatable" foods and why they make you overeat

    Now, I’m off to the beach before a night of pizza with friends—because balance. See you in the episode!

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    19 min
  • 8. Moms: Rebalancing After Baby

    Hey mama! Are you out there juggling a million things, reheating your coffee for the third time, and maybe even calling your little one by the dog's name? You're not alone in this beautiful, chaotic season. 

    Are you a new mom back at work? Join Chelsea and Sara for the Working Mama Reset. Launches May 31 for new moms who want to get the scale moving and realign your identity as a new mom in the workplace.

    This week, Chelsea chats with special guest Sara Pantry, a fellow badass woman navigating motherhood, career, and everything in between. If you feel like your body and brain are on different planets post-baby, and the world expects you to bounce back overnight (spoiler: your hormones have other plans!), this episode is a must-listen. We're diving deep into what hormone balance looks like for moms who are feeling overwhelmed and ready to reclaim their energy, sleep, and bodies.
     

    What's in this episode, you ask? Well, buckle up because it’s jam-packed and you’re gonna hear…:

    • Why the postpartum period is so much more than just the first few months and how long it really takes for your hormones to recalibrate (up to two years!).
    • How the concept of "matrescence" – the profound identity shift of becoming a mother – impacts your physical and emotional well-being, including brain changes you might not even realize are happening.
    • Practical first steps for moms to begin resetting their energy and metabolism after having a baby, even amidst the chaos, emphasizing small, gradual changes.
    • Why prioritizing your own nourishment and well-being isn't selfish, but actually creates a positive ripple effect for your entire family, leading to more energy and better presence.
    • The importance of being kind to yourself and redefining your standards as a mother, moving away from societal pressures and leaning into the person you are becoming.

    Ready to feel more like yourself again, mama? Hit that follow button and join the conversation! 🎧✨

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    48 min
  • 10. Dating as a Successful Woman

    Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's dating advice! Chelsea's dropping in with some no-holds-barred truth for all the Type A queens out there trying to navigate the wild world of dating without scaring off every decent human in a five-mile radius. Forget the perfectly curated profiles and the relentless pursuit – we're talking about energy, nervous systems, and how to loosen that grip (literally and figuratively) so you can actually attract the right kind of connection. Get ready for some field-tested wisdom that might just change your dating game forever.

    What's in this episode? I'm glad you asked, because you're about to hear...

    • Why your go-getter, take-charge energy in the boardroom might be a total boner shrinker on a first date (and how to dial it down a notch).
    • The surprising "dude" and "buddy" language trap that instantly puts you in the friend zone (and the simple switch that signals feminine energy).
    • How over-sharing your accomplishments and "impressing" him with your resume actually backfires, and what to focus on instead to create genuine connection.
    • The crucial link between your anxious, over-stimulated nervous system and your dating woes (and practical tips to chill the eff out before your next encounter).
    • The unexpected dating glow-up that happens when you heal your hormones and nervous system, attracting a different kind of attention without even trying.

    Ready to ditch the dating stress and attract a man who appreciates your power without being intimidated? Hit that follow button and let's get you radiating the right kind of energy! 🎧✨

    ✨ Get the guide for 5 food swaps to release the first 5 lbs here.

    ☀️ For even more hormone healing and down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn

    ✨ Grab the Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss ebook, with prescriptive guidance on how to heal your hormones to release weight and feel amazing.

    ✨ Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.

    📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

    19 min

About It's Not You, It's Your Hormones

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It's Not You, It's Your Hormones podcast is hosted by Chelsea McLeod, a corporate dropout turned Integrative Health Practitioner.

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