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There are a lot of myths floating around out there in regards to proper human nutrition.

Some of these concepts have been around for a very long time and just seem like they hold water but a lot of them just don’t.

With a lot of new studies being published and new data being looked at, we have to be able to decipher what’s true and what’s not.

It’s not always easy, I totally get that. That’s why I put together this episode to hopefully shine the light on and bust some of the biggest myths around nutrition.

Today, I’m busting the biggest nutrition myths and providing you with some actionable advice to help you take control of your health and get on the right track.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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There is a health crisis going on right now in the US.

Metabolic diseases like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease are at an all-time high.

Our collective health has been steadily declining over the last 40 years and it doesn’t appear to be reversing anytime soon.

And if you think your healthcare system, the food industry, or the government are here to help you, you are sadly mistaken.

If you want to avoid being another statistic and start becoming the healthiest and most badass version of yourself, then this episode is for you.

In this episode, I share some surprising reasons why we are experiencing the current health crisis here in this country.

I also explain the simple solution – not relying on the powers that be but instead taking your health into your own hands.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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If you’re a runner and you are not engaging in some form of consistent, intentional strength training, you are leaving a LOT on the table.

This is another episode I’m doing in my “Back to Basics” series where I’m talking about the basics of good health, improved fitness, and becoming your most badass self.

Today is all about the importance of strength training for runners.

To be honest, most runners I talk to are not doing any form of strength training, or are not doing it properly.

So in this episode, I’ll go over why strength training is so important if you’re a runner, how it can help you lose weight and all the reasons why I believe strength training is one of the most powerful things you can do to improve your overall health and fitness.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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What do you think of when you hear the word “discipline”?

Does it conjure up images of “getting in trouble” or controlling behavior by means of punishment?

For a lot of people, the word has a very negative connotation, and they want nothing to do with discipline in their life.

But discipline is not always a bad thing. In fact, having more discipline in your life might actually be one of the best things you can do for your overall health and happiness.

Today, I share why discipline does not mean punishment and explain the surprising benefits of creating a more disciplined life.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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Today, I’ve got another episode in my Back to Basics series. This time it’s all about why runners get fat.

I’ve talked about this topic a lot here on the podcast, but I want to go over it again today because understanding why you get fat – even if you’re a runner – is going to help you make the changes you need to make to reverse it.

Runners are not immune to gaining weight and getting fat. In fact, gaining a lot of weight as a runner is a big part of my story and it’s something hear from runners every single day. So it’s not just me, it’s a problem for so many runners.

And I really need you to know that it’s OK.

It’s OK to have gained a bunch of weight as a runner. It doesn’t mean you’re a bad person or that you’re doing something wrong.

You’ve just been given a lot of bad advice and been doing things a certain way that clearly doesn’t work for you.

So today’s Back to Basics episode will explain why runners get fat and what you can do about it.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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I’ve been thinking about this podcast topic for a while now and finally just felt ready to share my thoughts with you.

This is one of those “tough love” episodes, so fair warning in advance.

If you’re the kind of person who just wants to keep doing whatever you’re doing from a sports nutrition perspective, then this episode might not be for you.

But if you’re someone interested in making changes to the way you fuel your body for overall health AND want to improve your athletic performance, then today’s message is definitely for you.

I’ll be discussing the disconnect a lot of runners experience when it comes to the way they eat.

The truth is, a lot of runners eat like crap all the time and then expect amazing results on race day. This is not reality.

By the end of this episode I want you to honestly know whether or not you are eating like an athlete, and more importantly, why or why not.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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In my coaching practice, I hear this phrase a lot, “I feel like I’m spiraling out of control.”

Spiraling out of control can feel terrible and typically leads to out-of-control behavior like eating ALL the Oreos in the house or an entire large pizza by yourself. (I know this from personal experience, btw…)

But what does it really mean to be “spiraling out of control?” Are you actually out of control or does it just feel like it?

Is there no way to recover from this state you’re in?

In this episode of the podcast, I explain what it really means when you feel like you’re spiraling out of control and I’ll show you what you need to do to get yourself out of it.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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Most people don’t realize that their thoughts are responsible for every result they are getting or not getting in their lives.

They blame other people and outside circumstances for their inability to stay on their food plan or their lack of motivation.

They have all kinds of stories and reasons why things just won’t ever work out for them.

But I would argue that this is a pretty crappy way to go through your life.

Instead of being a victim of your circumstances, I want to encourage you to take back control.

Today on the podcast, we’re getting back to the basics.

I’m going to explain the thought model and how it is the most powerful coaching tool I use in my practice, and how you can use it to take back control of your life and your results.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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I’ve taught a lot of nutrition and mindset concepts over the last two and a half years of doing this podcast, and some of these topics are worth a revisit.

Either because I’ve discovered new information about the topic and want to share that with you, or because it’s just so important that it’s worth another look.

So over the next several weeks, I’m going to be sprinkling in some of these “Back to Basics” episodes to share new and improved info and revisit some key concepts for weight loss and sports nutrition for runners.

Today’s topic – Eating Real Food – falls into both of those categories.

I’ve learned a lot since first talking about eating real food, and it’s also one of the most important things you can do to improve your overall health and fitness, so it absolutely deserves another look.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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There are a lot of misconceptions out there about what coaching is and what it isn’t.

Some people think coaching is just someone screaming at you like a drill sergeant in boot camp.

Others think coaching is having a cheerleader by your side telling you, “Great job!” all the time.

While both of these can be positive aspects of coaching, there’s a lot more to consider if you’re seriously looking for someone to help you reach your weight loss and running goals.

So in this episode of the podcast, I break down what coaching is, what it isn’t, and explain what coaching should look like.

I’m hoping that by the end of this episode, you have a very clear understanding of how the right kind of coaching can help you achieve all of your health and fitness goals.

Interested in coaching with me? Get the personalized guidance, support, and accountability you need to lose weight, become fat-adapted, and do it in a way that supports your long-term health and fitness goals. Learn more and apply for coaching here: www.runningleanpodcast.com/apply

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