Stop Dieting. Start Living.

Stop Dieting. Start Living.

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  • 24. Best High Protein Breakfasts, Fitness Trends that Worry Us & Our Favorite Books

    In this episode of the Stop Dieting, Start Living podcast, the hosts discuss various topics related to nutrition, particularly focusing on how to incorporate more protein and fiber into breakfast. They share personal experiences and innovative ideas for breakfast meals, emphasizing the importance of nutrient density.

    The conversation also touches on current trends in the fitness world, including the rise of weight loss medications and the empowerment of women in strength training. The hosts express concerns about body image issues and the impact of these trends on health and wellness. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the evolving landscape of weight loss and fitness culture, discussing the implications of new weight loss medications, the historical context of fitness practices, and the importance of strength training. They explore the role of coaches in guiding clients, the influence of marketing in the fitness industry, and the dangers of misinformation. The discussion emphasizes personal responsibility in health journeys and the psychological aspects of dieting, culminating in insights on mindset and personal growth.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction and Overview of Topics

    01:18 Protein and Fiber in Breakfast

    10:07 Innovative Breakfast Ideas

    17:44 Trends in the Fitness World

    18:10 Concerns and Excitement in Fitness Trends

    22:48 The Impact of Weight Loss Medications

    25:10 The Evolution of Fitness Culture and Substance Use

    27:46 The Shift Towards Strength Training

    29:56 The Role of Coaches in Client Success

    32:41 The Influence of Marketing in Fitness Coaching

    35:59 The Dangers of Misinformation in Health and Fitness

    39:09 The Importance of Personal Responsibility in Health

    43:33 The Psychological Aspects of Dieting and Health

    48:41 Mindset and Personal Growth in Health Journeys

    52 min
  • 23. Alcohol and Fitness

    In this episode, the coaches discuss the complexities of alcohol consumption in relation to fitness and health. They explore personal boundaries around drinking, the caloric impact of alcohol, and the social implications that often accompany drinking habits. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and behavior change strategies when addressing alcohol consumption, particularly for those on a fat loss journey. The hosts also highlight the need for clients to recognize their readiness to change and the benefits of making informed decisions about their drinking habits.

    In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of alcohol consumption, its impact on behavior, and the journey towards mindful drinking. They discuss strategies for making changes, the importance of understanding the reasons behind drinking habits, and the exploration of alternatives such as mocktails. The conversation emphasizes the significance of awareness and the gradual process of building healthier habits, highlighting that change is not instantaneous but requires patience and self-reflection.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Navigating Alcohol Consumption During Fitness Journeys

    12:29 Behavior Change Strategies for Alcohol Consumption

    24:56 Understanding the Social Implications of Alcohol

    26:27 Understanding Alcohol's Impact on Behavior

    29:15 Mindful Drinking: Strategies for Change

    32:24 Exploring Alternatives: Mocktails and Mindfulness

    35:28 Finding Peace: Alternatives to Alcohol

    39:32 Building Healthy Habits: The Journey to Change

    43:48 The Importance of Awareness in Change

    51:40 Embracing the Process: Change Takes Time


    48 min
  • 22. HIIT, Collagen, and Progressive Overload

    In this episode, the hosts engage in a rapid-fire Q&A session addressing various topics related to weight loss, vegetarian diets, strength training, and the role of social fitness environments like F45. They emphasize the importance of calorie intake, protein consumption, and the nuances of lifting heavy for muscle growth.

    The conversation also highlights the balance between intensity and recovery in workouts, and how social aspects of fitness can enhance motivation and adherence to exercise routines. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of fitness, including the importance of understanding personal goals, the role of HIIT workouts, the effectiveness of collagen peptides, and the nuances of weight fluctuations in relation to body composition. They emphasize the need for a balanced approach to fitness that considers individual preferences and overall health rather than adhering strictly to trends or popular opinions.

    In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of weight management, body recomposition, and the often misleading nature of the scale. They emphasize the importance of understanding weight fluctuations due to factors like water retention and muscle gain, and how these can affect perceptions of progress. The discussion highlights the significance of long-term tracking, the role of muscle in metabolism, and the lifestyle benefits of strength training. They conclude with the powerful impact of morning routines, particularly walking at sunrise, on overall health and well-being.

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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction to Rapid Fire Q&A

    01:11 Vegetarian Diet and Weight Loss Strategies

    09:30 Understanding 'Lifting Heavy' in Strength Training

    25:44 The Role of F45 and HIIT Workouts in Fitness

    30:44 Understanding Goals in Fitness

    34:11 The Role of HIIT Workouts

    42:50 Collagen Peptides: Do They Work?

    54:01 Weight Fluctuations and Body Composition

    54:40 Understanding Weight Fluctuations and Body Recomposition

    57:06 The Scale's Influence on Perception and Progress

    01:00:29 The Importance of Long-Term Tracking and Muscle Building

    01:06:26 The Role of Muscle in Metabolism and Lifestyle

    01:12:00 The Long-Term Investment of Strength Training

    01:16:52 Morning Routines: The Power of Walking at Sunrise

    1 hr 17 min
  • 21. Fitness Through The Storm with Heather Byrne

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    In this episode of the Stop Dieting Start Living podcast, Heather shares her inspiring health journey, detailing the challenges she faced as a mother while navigating her wellness goals. From a significant health crisis involving her son to the importance of mindset and support, Heather emphasizes the transformative power of coaching and the holistic approach to health that goes beyond just physical fitness. The conversation highlights the emotional connections formed through coaching and the necessity of prioritizing mental well-being alongside physical health.

    In this conversation, Heather shares her transformative journey through fitness and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of support, coaching, and mental resilience. The discussion highlights the messy reality of fitness journeys, the significance of starting before feeling ready, and the power of community in achieving personal goals. Heather reflects on her experiences, the lessons learned, and the mindset shifts that have contributed to her success, ultimately celebrating the progress made along the way.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction to Heather's Journey

    03:05 The Breaking Point: A Mother's Health Journey

    05:54 Mindset and Support During Crisis

    08:54 The Role of Coaching in Personal Growth

    11:55 Finding Strength in Scrappy Solutions

    14:54 The Shift from Aesthetic to Holistic Health

    18:06 The Importance of Mindset in Wellness

    20:47 Navigating Challenges with Coaching Support

    24:00 The Value of One-on-One Coaching

    26:55 The Emotional Connection in Coaching

    29:49 Sharing the Journey with Friends

    37:25 Embracing Change and Support

    38:45 The Reality of Fitness Journeys

    39:26 Starting Before You're Ready

    41:08 The Importance of Coaching and Perspective

    42:50 Finding Strength in Vulnerability

    46:25 Mental Fortitude and Resilience

    49:55 Regulating Emotions and Nutrition

    51:01 The Power of Personal Effort

    55:44 Celebrating Progress and Community

    01:00:12 Consistency Over Perfection

    1 hr
  • 20. Intuitive Tracking

    In this episode of the Stop Dieting Start Living podcast, the hosts discuss the transition from macro tracking to intuitive eating, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal boundaries and the role of education in making informed food choices.

    They explore the misconceptions surrounding intuitive eating, the impact of tracking on eating disorders, and the significance of mindset in food tracking. The conversation also touches on teaching children about food tracking in a healthy way and navigating the transition to a more intuitive approach to eating while still achieving body composition goals.

    In this conversation, Natalie and Jessica explore the transition from rigid food tracking to intuitive eating, emphasizing the importance of data in achieving body composition goals. They discuss self-monitoring techniques for weight maintenance, the role of the scale as a data point rather than a moral judgment, and the principles of intuitive eating. The conversation highlights the necessity of coaching support during this transition and the challenges individuals face when moving away from tracking.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction to All-Female Podcast

    02:59 Transitioning from Macro Tracking to Intuitive Eating

    05:50 Understanding Intuitive Eating and Its Misconceptions

    09:05 The Role of Tracking in Eating Disorders

    11:57 Breaking Free from Diet Culture

    15:04 The Importance of Mindset in Food Tracking

    18:13 Teaching Kids About Food Tracking

    21:08 Navigating the Transition to Intuitive Eating

    24:03 Phasing Out Rigid Tracking for Body Composition Goals

    27:26 Transitioning from Rigid Tracking to Intuitive Eating

    30:28 The Importance of Data in Body Composition Goals

    34:22 Self-Monitoring and Its Role in Weight Maintenance

    39:46 Understanding the Scale: Data vs. Emotion

    42:01 Principles of Intuitive Eating: A Deeper Dive

    48:43 The Role of Coaching in Transitioning to Intuitive Eating



    52 min
  • 19. You are Not a Fitness Influencer

    In this conversation, the hosts explore the impact of social media on fitness perceptions, emphasizing how influencers shape unrealistic expectations.

    They discuss the disconnect between the curated lives of fitness influencers and the reality of everyday individuals, highlighting the importance of internal health over external validation.

    The conversation also touches on the cost of maintaining a perfect body and the need to redefine what a healthy body truly means, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their unique fitness journeys.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Exploring Culinary Delights in Europe

    02:53 The Impact of Social Media on Fitness Perception

    05:51 The Reality Behind Fitness Influencers

    09:12 Understanding the Disconnect Between Fitness and Reality

    11:52 The Importance of Internal Health Over External Validation

    15:01 The Dangers of Comparing Yourself to Influencers

    18:05 The Relationship Between Lifestyle and Body Image

    20:52 Finding Balance in Fitness and Life

    23:55 The Cost of Maintaining a Perfect Body

    27:03 Redefining What a Healthy Body Means

    29:46 Conclusion: Embracing Your Unique Journey


    31 min
  • 18. How to ACTUALLY "Make America Healthy Again"

    In this episode of the Stop Dieting Start Living podcast, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about what it would take to make America healthier. They explore various themes including the importance of outdoor activity, incorporating movement into daily life, nutrition, fostering human connections, the need for mindfulness, and managing digital consumption.

    The conversation emphasizes that many aspects of health are within individual control and can be achieved through simple, actionable steps.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Making America Healthy Again

    03:03 The Importance of Outdoor Activity

    05:56 Incorporating Movement into Daily Life

    09:01 Nutrition: Eating Less and Eating Better

    12:10 Fostering Human Connection

    14:46 The Need for Quiet and Mindfulness

    17:52 Managing Digital Consumption

    23:48 Taking Control of Your Health

    24 min
  • 17. What's pissing us off in the Fitness World

    In this episode, the hosts discuss various frustrations related to health, nutrition, and fitness, particularly focusing on the advice given by medical professionals and the influence of social media on public perception. They explore the importance of understanding research, the questionable nutrition advice from non-experts, and the reality of maintaining fitness in everyday life.

    The conversation emphasizes the need for consistency in health practices and the challenges faced by individuals trying to navigate the complex world of nutrition and fitness advice. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of establishing early fitness habits, navigating life's chaos while maintaining fitness, and the unrealistic expectations set by social media.

    They emphasize the need for a mindset shift towards long-term health rather than quick fixes, the role of GLP-1s in weight loss, and the importance of a collaborative healthcare team. The conversation also touches on the impact of social media on health perspectives and the necessity for nuanced discussions in the health and fitness community.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

    00:58 Frustrations with Medical Advice

    03:46 The Role of Doctors and Nutrition

    07:09 Questionable Nutrition Advice from Non-Experts

    09:58 Understanding Research and Studies

    13:02 The Influence of Social Media on Health Perceptions

    16:00 The Reality of Cooking and Nutrition

    19:02 Fitness in Everyday Life

    21:58 The Importance of Consistency in Health

    23:35 The Importance of Early Fitness Habits

    24:51 Navigating Life's Chaos and Fitness

    26:30 Realistic Fitness Goals vs. Social Media Expectations

    29:06 The Myth of Quick Fixes in Fitness

    30:39 Mindset and Long-Term Health

    31:32 The Role of GLP-1s in Weight Loss

    34:55 The Need for Comprehensive Health Support

    39:15 The Role of Medical Professionals in Weight Loss

    42:00 The Importance of a Collaborative Healthcare Team

    48:17 Social Media's Impact on Health Perspectives


    47 min
  • 16. How to Get Back On Track

    In this episode, the hosts discuss the common struggle of getting back on track with fitness and nutrition after off weeks. They emphasize the importance of normalizing these experiences and provide practical strategies for overcoming feelings of guilt and shame. The conversation covers the significance of reflection, realistic planning, and self-compassion, while also highlighting the need to focus on daily actions rather than fixating on distant goals.

    The hosts encourage listeners to adopt a values-driven approach to their fitness journey, emphasizing that consistency does not equate to perfection. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of embracing imperfection in fitness, especially for parents balancing workouts with family life. They emphasize the shift from a perfectionist mindset to one focused on consistency and the benefits of shorter, more frequent workouts.

    The role of coaching in maintaining motivation and accountability is highlighted, along with practical tips for navigating nutrition during vacations and redefining what it means to be 'off track.' Ultimately, the conversation encourages listeners to align their fitness journey with their personal values and to adopt a more moderate approach to health and wellness.


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    Timestamps:


    00:00 Introduction and Snack Announcement

    03:01 Normalizing Off Weeks in Fitness

    05:57 Getting Back on Track: Strategies and Mindset

    09:09 Reflection and Realistic Planning

    11:58 Self-Compassion and Accountability

    15:01 Focus on Daily Actions Over Finish Lines

    18:09 Consistency vs. Perfection in Fitness

    20:51 Values-Driven Actions vs. Outcome-Driven Actions

    25:31 Embracing Imperfection in Fitness

    26:20 The Shift in Mindset: From Perfection to Consistency

    28:24 Finding Time for Fitness as a Parent

    29:53 The Power of Short, Consistent Workouts

    31:17 Rebuilding Momentum After a Break

    33:26 Understanding Seasons of Fitness

    35:30 The Role of Coaching in Consistency

    38:20 Navigating Nutrition Around Vacations

    40:43 Redefining 'Off Track' in Fitness

    42:21 The Importance of Values in Decision Making

    45:09 Living in Moderation vs. Extremes

    47:50 Practical Tips for Post-Vacation Recovery


    52 min
  • 15. Steak N Shake, Beef Tallow, & Ozempic

    In this episode of the Stop Dieting, Start Living podcast, the hosts discuss various topics related to health and nutrition, including the effects of alcohol on well-being, the importance of fiber in the diet, the implications of the carnivore diet, and the misconceptions surrounding food health apps. They emphasize the need for a balanced approach to nutrition and the dangers of blindly following dietary trends without understanding their long-term health consequences.

    In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of following credible nutrition influencers, the role of fiber in a healthy diet, and the necessity of prioritizing meals to maintain energy levels and avoid unhealthy eating habits. They emphasize the need for critical thinking when consuming nutritional information and the benefits of incorporating more fiber into daily meals for overall health and weight management. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of nutrition basics, the value of personalized coaching, and the myths surrounding GLP-1 medications.

    They emphasize the need for individualized approaches to fitness and nutrition, highlighting that what works for one person may not work for another. The discussion also touches on the role of medication in weight management and the importance of sustainable habits over quick fixes.


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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction and Team Dynamics

    03:03 The Impact of Alcohol on Health

    05:58 Fiber: The Underrated Nutrient

    08:56 Carnivore Diet: Short-Term Relief vs. Long-Term Health

    12:02 The Misconceptions of Food Health Apps

    17:47 Navigating Nutrition Influencers

    25:19 The Importance of Fiber in Diet

    34:18 Prioritizing Meals for Better Health

    40:11 The Basics of Nutrition and Blood Sugar Management

    43:12 The Value of Coaching in Nutrition

    45:59 Personalized Approaches to Fitness and Nutrition

    52:10 Debunking Myths Around GLP-1 Medications

    58:12 The Role of Medication in Weight Management


    57 min

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