Strong Is a Mindset

Do you struggle with all-or-nothing thinking when it comes to changing your habits? You're either totally on track or completely off the rails, with no middle ground. Sound familiar? In this episode, I dive into why this black-and-white mindset is sabotaging your progress and keeping you stuck in a vicious cycle of yo-yo dieting.

Tune in this week to discover practical strategies for overcoming all-or-nothing thinking so you can finally break free from the diet rollercoaster and achieve your goals with more ease and joy, instead of letting one off-plan decision spiral out of control.

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Have you ever wondered how long it will take to change your habits and see results? If you're feeling frustrated or impatient with the process, you're not alone. Habit change isn't easy, and if you're questioning how long you need to stick with it before you see real change, this episode is for you.

Tune in as we unpack the faulty assumptions often hiding beneath the surface when we feel stuck and want to know how much longer change will take. Discover how to reframe this common question to keep yourself moving forward and establish habits that last a lifetime, instead of getting caught up in getting fast results.

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Do you view exercise as just a way to lose weight or get in shape? What if I told you that moving your body can transform your life in ways that go far beyond your physical health? I truly believe that every person on this planet should move their body, and in today's episode, you'll discover why.

If you're ready to harness the power of movement and experience the ripple effect it can have on your mindset, relationships, and career, then this episode is for you. Get ready to be inspired and chase progress, not just in the gym, but in every aspect of your life.

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Do you struggle with sticking to your healthy eating plan, especially on busy days or weekends? Do you find yourself winging it with food choices more often than not? You're not alone, so it's time to talk about why planning is so difficult, what an effective plan looks like, and how to make meal planning an easy part of your wellness routine.

Tune in to discover why you need a plan to lose weight, and why you feel resistance when it comes to planning. You'll learn my top tips for meal planning success, even for those of you who eat out on weekends. With a little forethought and these strategies, you'll be able to stay on track no matter what life throws your way.

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Do you feel like you're stuck in a cycle of overeating and, no matter how hard you try, you can't break free? If you're struggling with a cycle of overeating that you can't seem to change permanently, you're definitely not alone. I recently had a coaching call with a client who, by the end of this call, had a real a-ha moment about what it really takes to stop overeating for good. Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with your diet and movement plan.

Tune in this week to discover the decisions you can start making right now to help you stop overeating. Not only that, but I also show you how to work on your mindset in a way that will move you closer to your goals, instead of getting hung up on all the ways you've messed up and eaten more than you'd intended.

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Protein is essential for building muscle, recovering from injury, curbing hunger, and maintaining weight loss. But there's a lot of confusion out there about how much protein we actually need and the best ways to get it. I'm going to clear all that up and share some simple strategies you can implement right away, whether you're an omnivore or plant-based.

By the end of this episode, you'll walk away with a solid understanding of why protein matters so much. You'll learn how to calculate your optimal protein intake, what you need to know about animal versus plant protein sources, and lots of easy ways to amp up the protein in your meals and snacks. I promise, getting enough protein does not have to be complicated or restrictive.

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You've decided you want to change your life and develop new, healthy habits, but you're just not feeling it… sound familiar? What do you do next? How do you get your motivation back when you just can't seem to stick to your plan?

Whether you want to lose weight, grow more muscle, or just move your body more, there are going to be days when you just don't want to eat the salad, go to the gym, or even go for a walk. Tune in this week to discover what to do when your motivation is ghosting you.

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What do you do when your diet isn't working? I speak to women all the time who tell me their diet isn't working, and I've helped enough clients work through this that some recurring themes and patterns have emerged. If you want to know why your diet isn't working and what you can do about it, this episode is for you.

If you're worried that your diet isn't getting you the results you'd hoped for, tune in this week for some useful questions to ask yourself and some practical tips to implement that will help you achieve your fitness goals.

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We're talking about failure today, specifically how failure relates to following your plan for eating and moving. Most people don't like to think about failure, but in all honesty, failure is essential. So, if you're stuck in pursuit of your health and fitness goals, it's time to consider whether a fear of failure is holding you back.

If you're fear of failure is keeping you stuck, tune in this week to turn it on its head. I discuss how too many people believe that failing at something makes them a failure, share why failure is something you do, not something you are, and instead of following this shame pattern, you'll learn how to own your mistakes without making them mean anything about you, so you can stop avoiding failure in the future.

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Are you THAT person at the birthday party that doesn't have a slice of cake because it's not on your eating plan? Do you tend to skip the fast food at lunch meetings and bring a salad from home instead?

Tune in this week as I pull apart the idea of being THAT person. Whether it's being that person who gets a workout in before a flight, who drinks water with friends instead of alcohol, or who declines cake at a kid's birthday party, you'll learn how to dismantle this thought process and start making decisions about how you eat from a place of freedom and empowerment, instead of avoiding being seen as THAT person.

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