The Fit Bottomed Girls Podcast

Summary

In this conversation, the new owner and Editor-in-Chief of FBG, Alison Heilig shares her journey from a corporate legal career to becoming a passionate coach and advocate for women's health, particularly focusing on the challenges of perimenopause and ageism in fitness. She emphasizes the importance of empowering women to embrace aging and dismantle harmful societal messages. The discussion also highlights the future direction of Fit Bottomed Girls, aiming to create a supportive community for women navigating these changes.

Takeaways

• Alison's transition from a corporate legal career to coaching and FBG contributor.
• Perimenopause brought Alison unexpected challenges like anxiety and depression.
• Women are often told to limit their activities as they age, which is harmful.
• Education on menopause and women's fitness is crucial.
• Alison aims to empower women to embrace aging positively.
• The Fit Bottomed Girls community is evolving to support women over 35.
• Open conversations about women's health are necessary and valuable.
• The legacy of Fit Bottomed Girls will continue to grow and adapt.

This episode was sponsored by our parent company, Miles To Go Athletics. Take our app-based training community for a two-week no obligation test drive here.

Summary   In this conversation, Alison, Jen, and Kristen discuss the evolution of Fit Bottomed Girls, reflecting on its origins, challenges faced in the health and fitness industry in 2008, milestones achieved, and the changing landscape of health and wellness over the past 16 years. They emphasize the importance of community, connection, and staying true to their mission amidst the pressures of monetization and industry trends. The discussion also touches on personal growth and the impact of their work on women's empowerment and body positivity.   Takeaways

•  Fit Bottomed Girls started in response to Jenn's personal struggles with body image.
•  The FBG blog aimed to empower women beyond just weight loss.
•  Navigating the health and fitness industry posed unique challenges including the assumption that all women's health and fitness companies were about weight loss and dieting.
•  Community and connection were key highlights of their journey.
• The importance of staying true to their mission amidst monetization pressures when there were many offers coming in that conflicted with FBG values.
• They faced ethical dilemmas with sponsorships and partnerships.
• The evolution of the blog included expanding topics beyond fitness.
• Personal experiences shaped their perspectives on health and wellness.
• They celebrated significant milestones, including media appearances and book publications.
• The changing landscape of health and fitness has seen more diverse representation.

This episode was sponsored by our parent company, Miles To Go Athletics. Take our app-based training community for a two-week no obligation test drive here.

Podcast Episode 137: The FBGs Say Goodbye! 

We're back -- with the final episode of our podcast! And, as you might expect, in this ep we're talking about life in quarantine and how we are coping (because is it even possible to have a conversation right now that doesn't include that?). How have you guys been holding up? Got any tips that might help others?

Yes, it’s true we are saying goodbye to podcasting with a heavy heart -- but also with so much pride! There are 136 episodes in our library, and we've got interviews with the best people in food, health, nutrition, exercise, meditation, running, cycling, beauty, travel, personal growth, spirituality, dance, and more.

It was a total blast and we are so grateful to our listeners from all over the globe. You were the reason we kept going these last four years and we are so honored to be a part of your personal health and wellness journeys.

And while we have a few eps that stand out to us (and that we're leaning on #InTheseTimes), we want to hear from you. Have you found any of our past interviews to be especially helpful? Which ones would you recommend people listen to for the first time (or again)?

Although we won’t be doing new episodes (sniff), it’s not like we’re disappearing from the world. Actually, we’re all up to new exciting things. Have a listen and be sure to write down all of our socials so we can stay in touch!

Highlights from Episode 137:

• How we are each coping with the world of COVID-19 and fitting in our workouts (after all, we are FBGs, right?)
• The new projects we are excited about taking on
• Our personal favorite episodes
• The last song we each listened to before recording the final show
• A few relevant and timely posts that are mentioned in the ep: The FBGs' free workouts Diet Culture in the Time of Quarantine Coaching from the FBGs 7 Ways to Boost Your Mental Health with a Workout
• Don't forget, you can find all eps here.

Now, before we call this a wrap, we have one question for you: What's the last song you listened to before you joined us today? --Margo

Goodbye & Good Luck from the FBGs!

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Podcast Episode 136: Lisa Canning (HGTV star, lifestyle expert & mother of 8!)

They say if you want something done, ask a busy person to do it. Well, the FBGs can’t think of anyone busier than interior designer and lifestyle expert Lisa Canning (she’s a friend of the Property Brothers--woot!) who also happens to be the other of eight kids. (Actually it was seven at the time of the interview. Like we said, she likes to be busy!)

Lisa talks about her book “The Possibility Mom: How to be a Great Mom and Pursue Your Dream at the Same Time” with her best advice for how to reclaim more “me time” and achieve your goals while remaining sane. Who couldn’t use that advice?   

Connect with Lisa Canning on social media on Twitter @Lisa_Canning & on Instagram @LisaCanning 

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Podcast Episode 135: Dr. Michael Roizen “What to Eat When”

If you have ever been curious about the best time to have breakfast, the latest you should eat dinner and/or the effect food can have on your psyche--this show will be a revelation. Dr. Michael Roizen is our expert for this episode and he is not only the chief wellness officer at the Cleveland Clinic but he is also the co-author of “What to Eat When” which features the latest research on our biological clocks to optimize health and weight loss. 

Roizen seriously made the FBGs think about our food choices and times we should be eating. Believe us, this episode will truly give you “food for thought!” 

Connect with Dr. Roizen on social media on Twitter @DrMichaelRoizen & on Instagram @DrMikeRealAge 

 

 

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Podcast Episode 134: Erica Ziel “The Core Expert”

The FBGs are thrilled to bring you this interview with one of the top core experts in the fitness world--Erica Ziel. In the past, we spoke to her best advice for strengthening your core postpartum and beyond and her 10 Tips For a Fit Pregnancy. Here we talk about her Core Rehab program, her tips for fascial training (you can change the structure of your fascia!), why working your core means more than aiming for six-pack abs, advice for moms of multiples, her go-to pelvic floor move and more (for your core!) 

Connect with Erica Ziel on social media on Twitter @EricaZiel,  Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube 

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Twitter: @FitBottomedGirl @FitBottomedZen @FitBottomedMama @FitBottomedEats

Email us at [email protected]

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Want to sponsor the show? Yay! Drop us a note at [email protected] and let's make the world a healthier place together!

 

Podcast Episode 133: Dana, Lori, and Corky Pollan “Mostly Plants: 101 Flexitarian Recipes from the Pollan Family”

In this episode we speak with three of the famous Pollan family cookbook authors (Dana, Lori, and Corky) to talk about their latest collaboration Mostly Plants: 101 Flexitarian Recipes from the Pollan Family. Turns out with some creativity and proper planning there are so many ways to have a plant-based diet that is as good for you as they are delicious. 

The Pollan family believes in creating meals that will satisfy everyone at the table from the vegetarian to the flexitarian to the meat-eater with recipes that are accessible (most of them can be created in under 35 minutes!) So if you are looking for some plant-based inspiration--this episode will make you all kinds of happy!

Connect with the Pollan on social media @PollanFamily on Twitter and @PollanFamilyTable on Facebook and Instagram

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Want to sponsor the show? Yay! Drop us a note at [email protected] and let's make the world a healthier place together!

 

Podcast Episode 132: Sarah Knight “Calm the Fuck Down”

We are living in very anxious times from the current political climate to the predictions about the consequences of global warming--how can any of us really not succumb to stress every once in a while?  New York Times best-selling author Sarah Knight talks about how to just that with her book “Calm the Fuck Down: How to Control What You Can and Accept What You can’t So You Can Stop Freaking Out About Your Life.” 

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By breaking down the different “phases of freaking out” and offering strategies to avoid potential meltdowns--Knight offers plenty of practical tips and solutions to bring more calmness into your life. And really, who wouldn't benefit from a little more of that? 

 

Our Favorite Quotes from Sarah: 

“It’s all about giving fewer fucks of what you don’t want and what you can’t control, and giving more fucks to do what you want and can control”

 

“We’re programmed to feel like we’re near the center of the universe and, like, saying “no” will really hurt someone. But that’s not the case”

Podcast Episode 132 Highlights With Sarah Knight:

• The most important question you can ask yourself when it comes to anxiety and worry
• How to use the “Sarah Knight Shitstorm Scale” and check the likelihood if ‘what if’ comes to pass
• One simple and concrete way to stop people-pleasing
• Why many of us are so scared to say ‘no” and set boundaries
• The difference between being productive and helpful worrying and non-productive worrying
• The importance of “mental decluttering
• The “what/why” method and how it can change your life
• How people/media in different countries respond to her frequent use of curse words
• Plus. FBG’s offer a “cursing disclaimer” and how it is for us to say no. Also, why we hate being told to “calm the fuck down!”. 

 

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What helps you to calm the fuck down? ---Margo

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Podcast Episode 131: Kathleen Trotter “My Future Fittest Self”

Did you know that not only is it normal to have your fitness personality change over time but it should change to adapt to your different life events and situations? Our interview this week is with fitness expert Kathleen Trotter (author of “Your Future Fittest Self”) who talks about the four fitness personalities and how they can help you be at the fittest version of you possible. If your hitting a plateau right now or just need some inspiration to up your workout game--this show is for you!

Connect with Kathleen on social media @FITbyKathleenT on Twitter

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Podcast Episode 130: Geneen Roth “This Messy Magnificent Life”

Geneen Roth is a pioneer in the self-care world with her early books on intuitive eating including When Food Is Love, Lost and Found and Women Food and God. In her newest work--This Messy Magnificent Life: A Field Guide to Mind, Body, and Soul she focuses on helping people free themselves from anxiety, lack and discontent (first lesson--stop complaining!) 

She brings so much wisdom on how to enjoy life more and worry less which is a win for anyone! 

Connect with Geneen on social media @GeneenRoth on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

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Twitter: @FitBottomedGirl @FitBottomedZen @FitBottomedMama @FitBottomedEats

Email us at [email protected]

Read more at http://fitbottomedgirls.com/category/resources/podcast-episodes/

Subscribe: http://fitbottomedgirls.com/podcast/

Want to sponsor the show? Yay! Drop us a note at [email protected] and let's make the world a healthier place together!