Macros For Life

What if your calendar actually felt like a reflection of the life you wanted… not just the one you’re surviving? In this episode, Eve sits down with stylist-turned-beauty business coach Lisa Huff to talk about what it really means to create your dream schedule—and stick to it.

Lisa gives a behind-the-scenes breakdown of the strategy and mindset that helped her scale. 

Whether you're behind the chair, coaching, or juggling both—this episode will help you stop shrinking your life to fit your business. Let’s stretch the damn bucket.

How she keeps her coaching hands-on without burning out

Dream scheduling: carving out white space to show up as your best

Practical advice on habit stacking, admin time, and boundaries with client time

The mindset shift: No one is coming to fix your calendar but you

Find Lisa here: https://www.instagram.com/lisahuffhair/

What started as a weight loss goal... turns into a business built on movement, momentum, and mindset.

In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Kopp—founder of Momentum on Main —to talk about how a single bet sparked a full-blown career shift. From the coach who once said “I probably can’t afford that” to the woman signing a lease and opening a gym, Courtney’s story is all about following your gut, trusting the process, and building something that feels right.

We dive into:

Courtney’s not just creating workouts—she’s creating a space for people to move, feel seen, and evolve. If you’ve ever doubted your next step, this one’s for you.

Meet Courtney: https://www.instagram.com/fitbuttphatcoaching/

Connect With Me:

📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eveguzmanofficial

📧 Contact: [email protected]

🌐 Learn more about Functional Nutrition Coaching at https://www.themacrouniversity.com/fnc-waitlist 

📧 Want to know what labs to actually run each year: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/the-bloodwork-blueprint

Macros work. Tracking works. But what if your client is doing everything right — hitting their numbers, getting their steps, training hard — and they’re still bloated, exhausted, or stuck?

In this episode, Eve breaks down why macros might not be the issue… and why they’re not always the full solution. You’ll learn the three major roadblocks that stall progress — even with the perfect macro plan — and how to coach through them like a pro.

Why more macro math won’t fix chronic fatigue or fat loss plateaus

How stress physiology hijacks results (even in a calorie deficit)

The gut-hormone connection and how it blocks progress

What to look for when macros “should” be working… but aren’t

How to coach beyond food tracking with a functional lens

1️⃣ Stress Trumps Strategy:
Cortisol imbalance from under-eating, overtraining, poor sleep, or chronic stress wrecks fat loss, damages muscle, and spikes cravings.

2️⃣ Gut Issues Block Absorption:
Low stomach acid, dysbiosis, constipation, and leaky gut reduce nutrient absorption and ramp up inflammation. You can’t fuel change if your gut isn’t absorbing fuel.

3️⃣ Hormone Dysfunction Disrupts Metabolism:
Low T3, estrogen dominance, or low progesterone? These hormone imbalances affect how the body uses food, recovers, and stores fat ..... especially in perimenopause.

When to hit pause on a deficit and prioritize recovery

How to support digestion with simple, foundational strategies

Why you should track symptoms alongside macros

When to consider lab testing to get the real root cause

Connect With Me:

📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eveguzmanofficial

📧 Contact: [email protected]

🌐 Learn more about Functional Nutrition Coaching at https://www.themacrouniversity.com/fnc-waitlist 

📧 Want to know what labs to actually run each year: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/the-bloodwork-blueprint

Ever been told your labs are “normal”... but you still feel tired, bloated, anxious, wired, or just totally off? You’re not alone. And no .... it’s not all in your head. In this episode, we’re diving into why “normal” labs don’t always mean optimal health.

We’ll talk about the limitations of conventional bloodwork, what those normal ranges actually mean, and how functional testing can reveal the root cause of your symptoms. If you’re sick of being told everything looks fine while your body tells a different story, this one’s for you.

What You’ll Learn:

Mentioned in This Episode: Free Resource: The Bloodwork Blueprint

Want to know what labs to actually run each year (and why)? Shoot me a DM on Instagram with the word “BLOODWORK” and I’ll send it your way or grab it here: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/the-bloodwork-blueprint

Connect With Me:

📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eveguzmanofficial

📧 Contact: [email protected]

🌐 Learn more about Functional Nutrition Coaching at https://www.themacrouniversity.com/fnc-waitlist 

Struggling to lose fat despite doing "all the right things"? In this episode of Macros for Life Podcast, we break down the exact steps to assess why fat loss has stalled and what to adjust next. From dialing in your calories and macros to optimizing food quality, lifestyle, and even lab work—this is your roadmap to getting results without extreme diets or endless cardio.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The #1 reason fat loss stalls (and how to fix it)
✔️ How to know if you’re actually in a calorie deficit
✔️ The role of macros: Are you eating the right balance of protein, carbs & fats?
✔️ Why food quality matters more than you think (beyond just calories)
✔️ Hidden fat loss blockers: Sleep, stress & daily movement
✔️ When to adjust calories vs. when to take a diet break
✔️ How to use functional nutrition & lab testing to troubleshoot stubborn weight loss

Your Fat Loss Blueprint Action Steps:
1️⃣ Audit your intake – Are you tracking consistently?
2️⃣ Check your macros – Protein, carbs, and fats should support fat loss & muscle retention.
3️⃣ Prioritize food quality – Nutrients impact metabolism, hormones & inflammation.
4️⃣ Optimize lifestyle factors – Sleep, stress, and daily movement affect fat loss.
5️⃣ Adjust strategically – Diet breaks, increased NEAT, and macro tweaks should come before drastic calorie cuts.
6️⃣ Use functional nutrition – Supplements and lab work can uncover deeper issues if progress is stalled.

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Functional Nutrition Coaching Certification: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/fnc-waitlist 

Episode Summary:
It’s that time of year again—when the gyms are packed, meal plans are perfect, and your motivation feels unshakable… until it doesn’t. 😅 In this episode, we’re calling out the New Year’s Dropout Syndrome and giving you the pep-talk to avoid becoming a statistic. If you’re tired of quitting on yourself by February, this episode is your wake-up call.

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Functional Nutrition Coaching Certification: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/fnc-waitlist 

Functional nutrition goes beyond counting calories or following food pyramids. It’s not about rigid food rules or trendy protocols.

It’s about understanding how food affects your body at a systems level — your hormones, gut, metabolism, nervous system, and immune response — and using that information to make targeted, sustainable decisions.

In this episode, I break down what functional nutrition actually is, what it is not, and why so many people stay stuck when they focus on food choices without understanding physiology.

If you’ve ever done “all the right things” and still felt off, this conversation will help connect the dots.

What functional nutrition really means (without the fluff)

How it differs from calorie counting or generalized nutrition advice

Why two people can eat the same way and have very different outcomes

How symptoms, labs, and intake data work together

Why food alone isn’t always the fix — but it’s always part of the picture

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Functional Nutrition Coaching Certification: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/fnc-waitlist 

Bloodwork blueprint: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/the-bloodwork-blueprint   

Blog: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/blog 

We've been gone for 4 months and can't wait to share what we have been up to.

Eve & Randall 

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Podcast Freebies:

Free How to Track Macros Guide https://www.themacrouniversity.com/howtotrack

Macro Mentorship waitlist: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/mentorshipwaitlist 

FNC waitlist: https://www.themacrouniversity.com/fnc-waitlist

FNC MODULES:

In this podcast I map out how a built out a course in 3 days…well, honestly most of the work I did in one day.

This is one of the biggest projects I have tackled in the past 6 year and I’m super excited.  

If you are looking for a BTS podcast on course building- take notes bc its good!    

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