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If you’re like most people (me included), your beliefs about what you can or can’t accomplish are based on whatever you’ve been able to do up to this point in your life.

You might want to lose 30 pounds, but deep down inside, you don’t believe you can get there, because every time you’ve tried to lose weight in the past, you’ve failed.

Your point of reference with weight loss is that you always give in to temptation and end up failing.

So you are looking to your past experiences as evidence that you will never be able to lose weight in the future.

Who you are today is all you’ll ever be.

Whoa. That is an incredibly limiting mindset and it’s keeping you stuck where you are.

Today on the podcast, I’ll show you how powerful it is to start thinking beyond your current self so you can break out of the cycle of your past and become that badass future self.

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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Oftentimes, when you set out to improve your health and fitness, you find yourself feeling all of this negative stuff.

Just thinking about changing your diet will bring up all of these thoughts and feelings like, “it’s going to be too hard”, “What if I fail?”, “These things never work for me”, and so on.

This is called the resistance and it shows up in the form of fear, self-doubt, worry, excuses, procrastination, and it can absolutely stop you from ever achieving your goals.

It can even keep you from ever starting anything new.

So today on the podcast, I’m going to show you how to recognize when the resistance starts to show up for you and what to do about it, because it’s all about battling the resistance not giving in to it.

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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Who are you becoming?

It’s a good question, right?

The thing is, most people don’t ever ask themselves this.

They don’t spend any time thinking about who they really want to become.

This is a problem. If you don’t know where you’re going, how are you supposed to get there?

If you don’t know who you want to become in the future, chances are pretty good you’re going to stay stuck right where you are right now.

So in this episode of the podcast, I talk about the importance of contemplating this powerful question, “Who are you becoming?”, and then how to start working toward becoming that exact version of yourself.

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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I have a very special podcast episode for you today.

I recently sat down with one of my clients, Eva Bailey, and we had a fun conversation all about her experience getting fat-adapted and training for her first ultramarathon.

She shares some of the doubts she had going into all of this and how she worked through them.

It wasn’t always smooth sailing for Eva. She and I discuss a few things she struggled with along the way and how she had to make some big shifts in her mindset in order to keep going.

She also talks about training for and then running her very first ultramarathon and how that whole experience really solidified all of this as a way of life for her.

Eva is living proof that with the right mindset, you can do anything you want. She’s truly being an example of what’s possible.

I’m super excited about bringing this conversation to you today, I know you’re going to get a lot out of it, and my hope is that you also get inspired to also start being an example of what’s possible.

Start the New Year by creating massive momentum – by developing the habits you need to lose weight for good!

I have a BIG challenge in the Running Lean Coaching Group for January – to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to do it, and you’ll get the support of me and everyone else in the group to help you crush that goal!

January is an awesome time to get started with all of this – marathon training is just getting underway so it’s the perfect time to become fat-adapted so you can crush your Spring races!

You will learn exactly how to transform yourself into a lean, fat-burning, running machine so you can run without bonking, lose weight without losing your mind, and develop the habits you need to make it last a lifetime.

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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If you’re anything like most runners, you have a very hard time taking time off.

Rest days can feel like torture, you feel like you’re losing fitness, and you are convinced that your running is going to suffer!

But the reality is, most runners do not prioritize rest and recovery days, and so most runners are not getting the most out of their training.

You cannot become that lean, badass runner you want to be if you never take the time to rest and recover properly. Rest and recovery have to be a part of the equation.

In this episode of the podcast, I share the importance of prioritizing rest and recovery for runners so that you can show up at the start of your A race in peak fitness.

Start the New Year by creating massive momentum – by developing the habits you need to lose weight for good!

I have a BIG challenge in the Running Lean Coaching Group for January – to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to do it, and you’ll get the support of me and everyone else in the group to help you crush that goal!

January is an awesome time to get started with all of this – marathon training is just getting underway so it’s the perfect time to become fat-adapted so you can crush your Spring races!

You will learn exactly how to transform yourself into a lean, fat-burning, running machine so you can run without bonking, lose weight without losing your mind, and develop the habits you need to make it last a lifetime.

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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It’s a new year and there’s all this talk of goals and dreams and what you want to accomplish in the year ahead.

But without the right mindset, it’s extremely difficult to create the kind of big, permanent changes that you want for yourself.

Whether you want to lose weight, become a faster runner, get stronger, or just become the healthiest you yet – I want to help you develop the mindset that is absolutely required to get you there.

In this episode of the podcast, I’m going to share a very simple mindset exercise that, when done consistently, can be an incredibly powerful way to start your day, and help you achieve all of your goals.

Start the New Year by creating massive momentum – by developing the habits you need to lose weight for good!

I have a BIG challenge in the Running Lean Coaching Group for January – to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to do it, and you’ll get the support of me and everyone else in the group to help you crush that goal!

January is an awesome time to get started with all of this – marathon training is just getting underway so it’s the perfect time to become fat-adapted so you can crush your Spring races!

You will learn exactly how to transform yourself into a lean, fat-burning, running machine so you can run without bonking, lose weight without losing your mind, and develop the habits you need to make it last a lifetime.

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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I’ve received a lot of questions about the Running Lean Coaching Group’s January 8 Pounds Down Challenge so I decided to address all of your questions in this bonus podcast episode!

Starting on Tuesday, January 4th, we’ll be focusing on getting fat-adapted and dropping some weight! The goal is to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

If you’re interested in stepping up your game and joining us for this fun and transformative challenge, be sure to listen to this episode and join us starting January 4th!

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

Start the New Year by creating massive momentum – by developing the habits you need to lose weight for good!

I have a BIG challenge in the Running Lean Coaching Group for January – to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to do it, and you’ll get the support of me and everyone else in the group to help you crush that goal!

January is an awesome time to get started with all of this – marathon training is just getting underway so it’s the perfect time to become fat-adapted so you can crush your Spring races!

You will learn exactly how to transform yourself into a lean, fat-burning, running machine so you can run without bonking, lose weight without losing your mind, and develop the habits you need to make it last a lifetime.

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

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2021 is coming to a close and I don’t know about you, but I always get introspective this time of year.

I love this time because I can reflect on what I’ve learned this past year, how I’ve changed, how much I’ve grown, and take a good look at the progress I’ve made.

I think it’s important for all of us to have a look at the lessons we learn along the way so that we can continue to grow and evolve and become the badasses we ultimately want to be.

In this podcast, I’m going to share a few of the biggest lessons I learned in 2021 and also share what I’m looking forward to in 2022.

I want to encourage you to take some time before you get too far into the new year to reflect on the important lessons you’ve learned this past year, and how they’ve shaped who you are today.

And then think about where you’re going. Who do you want to be by this time next year? Because it’s a choice that you get to make.

Start the New Year by creating massive momentum – by developing the habits you need to lose weight for good!

I have a BIG challenge in the Running Lean Coaching Group for January – to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to do it, and you’ll get the support of me and everyone else in the group to help you crush that goal!

January is an awesome time to get started with all of this – marathon training is just getting underway so it’s the perfect time to become fat-adapted so you can crush your Spring races!

You will learn exactly how to transform yourself into a lean, fat-burning, running machine so you can run without bonking, lose weight without losing your mind, and develop the habits you need to make it last a lifetime.

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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It’s that time of the year again when many people set big goals for themselves.

They decide that starting January 1st, they are going to lose weight, get in shape, quit drinking, start that business, or start working on whatever goal they’ve been putting off for way too long now.

The problem is that almost 90% of people who set New Year’s resolutions will fail at keeping them by mid-February.

This is why the gyms are full in January and then empty again by March.

Why is it that most people can only stick to a goal for around six weeks?

In this episode, I’m going to go over why New Year’s resolutions don’t work, and offer up some ideas for what to do instead.

Start the New Year by creating massive momentum – by developing the habits you need to lose weight for good!

I have a BIG challenge in the Running Lean Coaching Group for January – to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to do it, and you’ll get the support of me and everyone else in the group to help you crush that goal!

January is an awesome time to get started with all of this – marathon training is just getting underway so it’s the perfect time to become fat-adapted so you can crush your Spring races!

You will learn exactly how to transform yourself into a lean, fat-burning, running machine so you can run without bonking, lose weight without losing your mind, and develop the habits you need to make it last a lifetime.

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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The holidays can be a very difficult time of the year for a lot of people.

Shopping for gifts, planning social events, spending more time with family, and the added end-of-year demands at work can all lead to feeling more stressed and overwhelmed.

Not to mention the shorter days, colder temperatures, and lack of sunlight can make getting outside to exercise more challenging.

It can be very easy to just say “F-it” and blow off all your diet and exercise plans, stay indoors watching Netflix with a big ol’ glass of wine, and hibernate until the New Year.

But if that’s not how you want to roll in 2022, I’ve got an alternative solution for you.

In this episode of the podcast, I share a few simple tips for handling the holidays like a badass so you can slide into the New Year feeling good about yourself (which is not the way most people do it).

Start the New Year by creating massive momentum – by developing the habits you need to lose weight for good!

I have a BIG challenge in the Running Lean Coaching Group for January – to lose 8 pounds by January 31st!

Don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to do it, and you’ll get the support of me and everyone else in the group to help you crush that goal!

January is an awesome time to get started with all of this – marathon training is just getting underway so it’s the perfect time to become fat-adapted so you can crush your Spring races!

You will learn exactly how to transform yourself into a lean, fat-burning, running machine so you can run without bonking, lose weight without losing your mind, and develop the habits you need to make it last a lifetime.

Click here to join the Running Lean Coaching Group NOW

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

Be sure to join the discussion in the Running Lean Community on Facebook! If you listen to this podcast, you HAVE to come check out our Facebook group, the two go hand-in-hand. Join here (it’s totally free!): www.facebook.com/groups/runninglean

Haven’t left a review yet? All you need to do is go to www.runningleanpodcast.com/itunes, scroll down, and tap the stars! You can also write a quick review. Thank you for your support of the show!

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