Summary

In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chris Heskett joins the coaches roundtable to answer listener questions. They discuss topics such as the best approach for weight loss (keto vs. low carb vs. high carb), the difference between losing fat and losing weight, how to break sugar habits and eat healthy, and how to lose weight with PCOS. The key takeaways include the importance of finding a sustainable approach to nutrition, focusing on body fat loss rather than just weight loss, and understanding the unique challenges and strategies for individuals with PCOS. In this conversation, Chris Heskett, Chris Bealhen, and Chase Smith discuss various topics related to health and fitness, including PCOS, nutrition for weight loss, tracking calories, and menopausal weight gain. They emphasize the importance of a balanced approach to exercise and nutrition, and the need for individualized strategies based on specific goals and circumstances. They also highlight the significance of awareness, tracking, and making small adjustments to achieve desired results.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:57 Finding a Sustainable Approach to Weight Loss

07:47 The Importance of Body Fat Loss

14:00 Breaking Sugar Habits and Eating Healthy

27:00 The Role of Consistency in Weight Loss

29:09 The Truth About Nutrition and Weight Loss

37:21 The Importance of Tracking Calories

47:02 Navigating Menopausal Weight Gain

53:20 Finding the Right Exercise Frequency

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Summary

In this episode of the Chasing Health podcast, Chase Smith and Chris are joined by special guest Iris to discuss the topic of taking ownership for one's health. Iris shares her personal journey of overcoming fad diets and disordered eating, and emphasizes the importance of untwisting one's relationship with food and exercise. The conversation touches on the significance of surrounding oneself with a supportive community, the need to unfollow people on social media who contribute to confusion and negativity, and the importance of setting boundaries and saying no. The hosts also explore the balance between grit and grace when it comes to self-care and taking ownership of one's health. In this conversation, Iris emphasizes the importance of trial and error, being okay with failure, and not equating small failures with overall failure. She encourages people to reflect on their actions and make changes for the future. Iris also discusses the need for self-trust and resourcefulness, highlighting the negative impact of relying too heavily on external guidance. She suggests using the 'pillow test' to evaluate daily actions and prioritize self-reflection. Additionally, Iris emphasizes the significance of consistency, planning, and taking ownership of one's health journey.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

06:08 Iris's Journey with Fad Diets and Disordered Eating

09:21 Unfollowing and Creating a Supportive Environment

12:12 Setting Boundaries and Saying No

34:05 Embracing Trial and Error

38:54 Building Self-Trust and Resourcefulness

42:46 The Power of Fumbling Around

44:40 Stop Looking for the Next Thing

48:02 Taking Ownership of Your Health Journey

52:57 Tracking Consistency as Data

01:03:14 Being Kinder to Yourself

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Summary

In this episode, Chase and Chris discuss their current challenge and the benefits of joining. They also answer questions about eating carbs after 6 p.m., stopping snacking when not hungry, and not losing weight despite eating at a calorie deficit. They emphasize the importance of awareness, making conscious decisions, and adjusting calorie intake and exercise levels to achieve weight loss goals. In this conversation, Chase and Chris discuss various topics related to nutrition and fitness. They cover the importance of tracking calories, the benefits of exercise, controlling portion sizes at restaurants, and dealing with food pushers at family gatherings. The key takeaways include the need to create a calorie deficit for weight loss, the importance of challenging oneself to see progress, the awareness of portion sizes at restaurants, and the importance of making mindful choices at social events. Overall, the conversation provides practical advice for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Chapters

00:00 Our Memorial Day Challenge

05:21 Eating Carbs After 6 p.m.

11:21 Stopping Snacking When Not Hungry

21:35 Not Losing Weight in a Deficit

28:02 Controlling Portion Sizes at Restaurants

35:18 Dealing with Food Pushers at Family Gatherings

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Summary

In this episode, Chase and Chris discuss how to get started on a weight loss journey. They address the common question of where to begin and how to navigate the overwhelming amount of information available. They emphasize the importance of having a clear why and setting specific goals. They also discuss the need to unlearn old habits and establish new ones. The hosts highlight the value of having a plan and avoiding guesswork. They encourage listeners to be realistic about the effort and sacrifices required, while also reminding them not to overcomplicate the process. In this conversation, Chase and Chris discuss the importance of focusing on sustainable nutrition and fitness habits, as well as the role of mindset in achieving long-term success. They emphasize the need to find a nutrition plan that you can stick to forever, rather than following restrictive diets. They also highlight the importance of tracking calories and being aware of what you're putting into your body. In terms of fitness, they recommend starting with simple habits like walking and gradually incorporating resistance training. They stress the significance of addressing mindset issues, such as the relationship with food and self-sabotage, before embarking on a weight loss journey.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Question of How to Get Started

16:00 The Importance of Having a Clear Why

21:09 The Value of Having a Plan

25:24 Avoiding Overcomplication and Taking Action

32:05 The Importance of Tracking Calories

35:04 Starting with Simple Fitness Habits

43:30 Addressing Mindset Issues

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Summary

In this episode of the Chasing Health podcast, Chase and Chris discuss their upcoming four-week challenge and the charity it will support. They also answer questions about eating enough and weight gain, strengthening the core, staying motivated, working around injuries, and tracking macros. They emphasize the importance of focusing on the outcome rather than the process, and tailoring workouts and nutrition to individual goals and capabilities.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Announcement of Four-Week Challenge

07:55 Question 1: Do I Eat Enough and Can It Cause Weight Gain?

11:45 Question 2: Good Exercises and Movements to Strengthen the Core

21:51 Question 4: How to Work Around an Injury

25:34 Question 5: Should I Track All Three Macros or Just Protein and Calories?

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On this week's episode, Coach Chase & Coach Chris welcome Coach Melissa Ostash, a Nutrition & Wellness Coach, CNC, GGS-1.

We dive into why you should prioritize working on your relationship with food instead jumping right to fat loss.

Connect with Melissa: https://www.instagram.com/thefitandfueledlife/

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Summary

In this episode of the Chasing Health Podcast, Coach Chris & Coach Chase are joined by, guest, Erin McDonald to discuss various topics related to health and fitness. They cover the reasons for weight gain during menopause, the importance of building proper habits, meal timing strategies, the progression of reps and weight in workouts, and the use of amino acid powder and protein powder. The hosts provide insights and advice based on their own experiences and expertise. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to nutrition and fitness. They cover protein powders, the importance of third-party testing, and finding the right protein source for individual needs. They also talk about the benefits of creatine and its effects on mood and brain fog. The hosts emphasize the importance of including carbs in the diet and debunk the misconception that all carbs are bad. They highlight the need for a moderate, sustainable calorie deficit for healthy weight loss and overcoming self-doubt by finding a personalized approach to nutrition and fitness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Q&A

01:09 Understanding Weight Gain During Menopause

08:42 Personalized Meal Timing Strategies

13:22 Progression in Workouts: Reps, Weight, or Both?

22:17 Choosing the Right Protein Powder

22:48 Protein Powders: Tips and Recommendations

25:57 The Benefits of Creatine

29:28 Carbs: Finding the Right Balance

33:20 The Key to Healthy Weight Loss

36:51 Overcoming Self-Doubt

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Summary

In this episode, Chase and Chris discuss the real reasons why women over 40 struggle with weight loss. They address the misconception that metabolism slows down at 40 and emphasize the importance of consistency in achieving weight loss goals. They also highlight the significance of strength training for women over 40 and the benefits it provides, such as muscle mass preservation and improved balance and coordination. Additionally, they discuss the impact of lifestyle factors, such as sleep disruption and sedentary jobs, on weight loss efforts. In this conversation, Chris and Chase discuss various obstacles that people face when trying to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle as they age. They touch on topics such as the importance of being intentional, changes in family dynamics, stress and emotional eating, socializing and eating out, health conditions and hormones, and the impact of metabolism. They emphasize the need for consistency, prioritizing health, and making lifestyle changes to achieve long-term success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Struggle with Weight Loss at 40

06:08 Lifestyle Factors and Sleep Disruption

15:25 Overcoming the Challenges of Sedentary Jobs

31:08 Understanding the Impact of Health Conditions and Hormones

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Summary

In this episode of the Coaches Roundtable on the Chasing Health podcast, Chase and Chris answer various questions from their audience. They discuss the importance of having guest features on their Q&A episodes and ask for suggestions on which guests to bring back. They also talk about the use of artificial sweeteners and the effects they have on weight loss. The hosts emphasize the importance of mobility training and how it can improve coordination and prevent injuries. They also discuss habit stacking and how it can help in forming positive habits. Additionally, they address the question of whether it matters if workouts are condensed to fit a busy schedule, and they highlight the benefits of online coaching in providing access to a coach and a supportive community.

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Summary

In this episode, Chase and Chris discuss the concept of reverse dieting and how their opinions on it have changed based on new research and data. They explain that reverse dieting is simply the process of increasing calories from a deficit back up to maintenance calories. They emphasize that reverse dieting is not necessary for everyone and that consistency is key. They discuss who may benefit from reverse dieting, such as individuals who have been in a deficit for a long time or have experienced extreme weight loss. They also explain that some people may not need a reverse diet and can start a deficit right away. They provide insights on how to reverse diet and the importance of awareness and consistency in achieving sustainable progress.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Admitting Mistakes

04:39 Who Needs Reverse Dieting?

12:33 How to Reverse Diet

21:54 Weight Fluctuations and Reverse Dieting

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