Episode Summary

What happens when life throws you something unimaginable… and you decide to rise anyway?

In this episode, Simone sits down with GLP-1 Boost Lab client Candice Percy, who shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey of releasing 17 pounds—all while navigating a cancer diagnosis.

Candice opens up about what made this time different:

not another start-over moment… but a complete shift in identity, consistency, and support.

From using real-time data like CGMs and Oura rings, to mastering simple habits like fiber-first eating and nutrient timing, Candice reveals how she stayed grounded, focused, and committed—even during one of the hardest seasons of her life.

This is more than a transformation story.

It’s a conversation about resilience, mindset, and what’s truly possible when you stop negotiating with yourself.

Key Takeaways

• Accountability changes everything

Small group coaching created structure, consistency, and support when it mattered most.

• Data creates awareness → awareness creates change

Using tools like CGMs and Oura rings helped Candice understand her body in real time.

• Simple strategies > extreme approaches

Nutrient timing and eating fiber first helped stabilize blood sugar and reduce cravings.

• Mindset is the foundation

Candice’s identity statement:

• “I don’t negotiate with myself.”

became her anchor in moments where it would’ve been easy to quit.

• Consistency beats perfection

Even during treatment and stress, showing up in small ways created real results.

Standout Moment

“I don’t negotiate with myself.”

A simple sentence… but one that completely changed how Candice showed up for her health, her habits, and her life.

Why This Episode Matters

This episode is a reminder that:

• You don’t need perfect conditions to make progress

• Your environment and support system matter

• And even in the hardest seasons… you can still move forward

If this story resonated with you…

It might be time to stop starting over—and start doing things differently.

• Learn more about GLP-1 Boost Lab

• Start understanding your body in real time

• And build the habits that actually stick

In this episode, Simone sits down with Dr. Manu Gill to unpack one of the biggest missing pieces for so many women: blood sugar.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” but still struggling with:

• stubborn fat
• cravings
• food noise
• energy crashes
• brain fog
• mood swings

• why cravings and food noise are often physiological, not a willpower issue
• the connection between blood sugar, mood, anxiety, and brain fog
• why so many women crash in the afternoon
• what GLP-1 actually is and how the body makes it naturally
• simple ways to support GLP-1 through blood sugar regulation
• the role of stress and cortisol in fat storage
• practical steps women can start taking right away

• prioritizing protein
• walking after meals
• improving sleep
• avoiding overly long fasts
• paying attention to the order you eat your food

…this conversation is for you.
Dr. Manu breaks down the science of blood sugar, insulin, GLP-1, cortisol, and cravings in a way that is easy to understand and deeply validating. This episode is a powerful reminder that so many women are not broken — they simply have biology that needs support.
Together, Simone and Dr. Manu discuss:
what blood sugar actually is and why women should care
what happens when blood sugar spikes and crashes
why insulin is known as a fat storage hormone
common signs of poor blood sugar regulation
One of the biggest takeaways from this episode:
This is not a personality issue. It’s often a blood sugar issue.
Dr. Manu also shares simple, actionable strategies to start supporting blood sugar naturally, including:
This is an eye-opening conversation for anyone who feels stuck in her body and wants to better understand what’s really going on.
Connect with Dr. Manu Gill
Instagram: @drmanugill
Website: drmanugill.com
Connect with Simone
For more support, recipes, workouts, and hormone-smart fat loss tips, connect with Simone on Instagram: @simonenlovell

In this episode of She’s Leveling Up, Simone sits down with GLP-1 Boost Lab client Ganit to talk about what really changed everything for her.
At 44, Ganit was working out every day, trying to eat healthy, and doing all the “right” things… but nothing was working. She was stuck in a frustrating cycle of under-eating, overthinking food, and watching the scale bounce up and down.
After just 8 weeks inside GLP-1 Boost Lab, Ganit released 9 pounds, lost inches across her body, and most importantly, learned more about her body than ever before.
This conversation is such a powerful reminder that real results don’t come from starving yourself or trying harder. They come from understanding your body, stabilizing blood sugar, balancing macros, supporting your hormones, and shifting your mindset from “I just want to lose weight” to “I want to be healthy.”
Together, Simone and Ganit talk about:
why under-eating and dieting harder were keeping her stuck
how wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) helped her finally connect the dots
the surprising power of eating food in the right order to support blood sugar and GLP-1

• why shifting from calories to macros made such a big difference
• how her mindset changed from chasing weight loss to building real health
• the non-scale victories she’s seeing in her energy, confidence, and family life
• how she stayed intentional on vacation and used her CGM to enjoy herself without spiraling
• why this finally feels sustainable long term

This episode is especially for the woman over 40 who feels stuck, frustrated, confused by her body, and tired of doing everything “right” without seeing results.
Ganit’s story is proof that change is possible and that when you stop fighting your body and start understanding it, everything gets easier.

In today’s episode of She’s Leveling Up, I’m joined by one of my most inspiring clients, Danica, who is just 20 years old and already rewriting her health story.
Danica originally came to the GLP-1 Boost Lab while she was on Ozempic, hoping it would help her lose weight. What she quickly discovered was something far more powerful than a medication: education, structure, and sustainable habits.
During the 8-week program, Danica:

• Lost 13 pounds - more weight than she lost while on Ozempic

• Learned how to fuel her body properly with real food
• Built confidence around eating without dieting, restriction, or obsession
• Stabilized her blood sugar and regained consistent energy
• Stopped daily afternoon naps and energy drink dependence
• Created a realistic workout routine she can sustain long term

• How macro education gave her freedom, not obsession
• The role of meal prep in removing decision fatigue
• What happened when her appetite returned after stopping Ozempic and how she handled it
• Why doing the “hard thing now” creates lifelong results
• How learning blood sugar balance at 20 will change her entire future

Came off Ozempic completely
Her biggest win?
“I came to lose weight… but my biggest win was learning how to eat.”In this conversation, we talk honestly about:
Why Ozempic didn’t actually change her habits
Danica’s story is especially powerful for young women who feel pressured to turn to quick fixes and for anyone wondering if it’s possible to come off GLP-1 drugs safely and successfully while still losing weight.
This episode is proof that real results come from learning how your body works, not outsourcing your health to a medication.

In today’s powerful episode of She’s Leveling Up, Simone sits down with Erin Stone from Denver, Colorado - a pharmacist, wellness advocate, cancer survivor, and long-time member of Simone’s coaching community.

Erin’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

After decades of dieting, food noise, metabolic struggles, and feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle, she began her transformation journey in January 2025. She joined Total Body Transformation, then VIP, then Consistency Camp, and eventually GLP-1 Boost Lab where she lost her final 10 lbs and reached her goal weight.

But here’s what makes her story even more incredible…

Erin did all of this while battling cancer, going through chemo, recovering from radiation, and navigating anti-estrogen medication known to cause weight gain.

Today, she is:

• Cancer-free

• At her goal weight

• Craving-free

• Balanced in her blood sugar

• Healing her gut

• Thriving emotionally and physically

Her transformation will inspire you, move you, and show you what is truly possible when you combine science, strategic habit-building, mindset work, and personalized GLP-1 activation tools.

In this episode of She’s Leveling Up, Simone sits down in person with client and mom of two, Fiona Wilson, who has released 16 pounds, stabilized her blood sugar, transformed her sleep, and completely shifted her identity — all while living with hypothyroidism and latent celiac.
Fiona shares what life looked like before GLP-1 Boost Lab (emotionally, physically, and hormonally), why she felt doomed to “this is just how I am now,” and how data from a blood glucose monitor and Oura Ring helped her finally understand what her body needs. They dive into nervous system regulation, realistic workouts for women over 40, the impact of alcohol on sleep and blood sugar, and why progress - not perfection - is the real game changer.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, exhausted, or like you’ve tried everything… this one will give you a clear picture of what’s possible in just 8 weeks.

In this inspiring episode, Simone sits down with VIP member Teresa, who’s released 41 pounds and completely transformed her body, mindset, and energy.
Teresa shares what life was like before joining the program, her biggest “aha” moments, and how learning to balance her blood sugar, track macros, and work with her hormones helped her finally find freedom from dieting.
You’ll hear how she’s built sustainable habits, navigates vacations with ease, and continues to feel stronger and more confident every day.
Listen in and be inspired by Teresa’s story of consistency, courage, and long-term transformation.

Welcome to She’s Leveling Up!  This week, we’re tackling a topic that might make you just a little uncomfortable—alcohol. More specifically, how a Dry Weekend can completely shift your energy, focus, and mood.

In This Episode, We Cover:
 The surprising lingering effects of alcohol (up to 14 days!)
 How one glass of wine a night was quietly holding me back
 Why giving up alcohol for just a weekend can be a game-changer
 The social side of skipping drinks—and how to handle it like a pro
 Your Level-Up Action Item for the week: Try a Dry Weekend!
Your Challenge: Try a Dry Weekend!
 From Friday to Sunday, skip alcohol and see how you feel.
 Bring a fun non-alcoholic drink to social gatherings.
 Keep track of your energy, sleep, and focus levels.
You might just wake up Monday morning feeling amazing.
 Tag me on social media or share your Dry Weekend experience—I’d love to cheer you on!
 

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Until next time: Get Uncomfortable. Do the Hard Thing. Devour Life. 

In this episode of She’s Levelling Up, we explore how the clothes we wear impact our energy, mindset, and productivity.

Key Points:

Action Step:
Try the Home Uniform Challenge:
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— Simone Lovell

In this engaging episode of She’s Levelling Up, Simone explores the often-overlooked topic of proper hydration. She emphasizes its significant impact on our wellness, energy levels, and mental clarity. Simone dives into the essential benefits of staying hydrated, outlining why most of us might actually be falling short of our water intake goals. She shares personal anecdotes and practical tips to help listeners improve their hydration habits. Action Step: Simone introduces the 8x8 Challenge, encouraging everyone to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water daily as a simple yet effective way to boost health and energy. Tune in to hear more about the transformative power of hydration, personal success stories, and actionable strategies to integrate this habit into your daily life! Join the conversation and elevate your hydration game by listening to the full episode!