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By The Mindset/Mirror Connection PodcastHealth & Fitness
The Mindset/Mirror Connection episodes
- #178: Healing Beyond the Scale: Self-Worth in a Weight-Loss World
Do you feel like the number on the scale determines your worth, mood, or progress? In this empowering episode, we’re flipping the script on what that little device really means in your journey to health and self-love. Whether you’re glued to it daily or terrified of stepping on, your relationship with the scale may be holding you back more than you think.
Christina breaks down how to shift from obsession to objectivity and reframe the scale as one of many tools—not the ultimate truth. You'll learn why your weight can fluctuate daily, what metrics actually matter more, and how to make peace with your body no matter the number.
If you're tired of letting the scale dictate your confidence, this conversation is your permission to let go, trust your process, and take your power back. Hit play now!
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Timestamps:
00:00 – The scale can trigger emotions that impact your self-worth.
04:22 – Tracking weight becomes harmful when it turns into obsession.
07:15 – Weight changes daily due to stress, sleep, hormones, and more.
11:40 – Clients often break down over the scale, revealing deeper struggles.
16:05 – Non-scale victories like energy, sleep, and strength matter more.
21:58 – The most valuable metrics aren't visible on the scale.
26:13 – A two-part mindset strategy to improve your relationship with the scale.
30:48 – Final encouragement to prioritize self-respect over numbers.33 min - #177: Red Flags of Fitness Influencers
Are the fitness influencers you follow helping you or hurting your progress and mindset?
In this episode, Christina takes a deep dive into the world of social media fitness influencers, exposing the hidden dangers of misleading advice, lack of transparency, and harmful content that damages mental health. From unpacking her own experience with group fitness to analyzing influencer trends and misinformation, she offers an empowering, eye-opening guide to identifying red flags and finding credible sources in the health and wellness space. Backed by research and real client stories, this episode will help you build a smarter, more sustainable mindset when navigating online health advice.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Why this episode matters: Challenging unrealistic expectations from influencers
01:15 – Episode theme: Red flags of social media influencers
01:43 – Personal life update and a recap of “The Valley” TV show
05:35 – Gym experience and the struggle of making friends in your 40s
07:26 – The rise of influencers: how social media changed fitness and body comparisons
09:06 – The problem with misinformation and lack of regulation in the wellness space
10:19 – Research findings on the mental health impact of following fitness influencers
11:30 – Red Flag #1: Overemphasis on aesthetics and lack of education
14:46 – Red Flag #2: Excessive product promotion and quick-fix mentality
17:15 – Red Flag #3: Lack of qualifications and fake expertise
21:07 – Red Flag #4: One-size-fits-all plans disguised as personalized coaching
25:00 – Red Flag #5: Unrealistic promises that feed shame and self-doubt
27:47 – Your influencer vetting checklist: What to look for in a trustworthy coach
28:29 – Final thoughts
30 min - #176: Training the Female Body: How to Thrive Through Your Cycle, Perimenopause, and Peak Performance with Mikayla Foss
How should women train throughout their menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and beyond, and what’s holding them back from peak performance?
In this episode, Christina sits down with performance coach Mikayla Foss, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, yoga instructor, and boxing coach who works with both elite athletes and high-performing executives at EXOS. Together, they dismantle the myth that women can't train or peak at any point in their cycle, and they dive deep into how training, nutrition, and recovery should evolve with a woman’s hormonal shifts.
Whether you’re an athlete, executive, coach, or everyday woman, this conversation is a must-listen for learning how to honor your body and build real resilience from the inside out.
🎙️ About Mikayla:
Mikayla Foss is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), registered yoga teacher, and boxing instructor with a unique background that blends science, movement, and mindset. Currently coaching at EXOS, Mikayla works with professional athletes and high-performing executives, helping them maximize performance both in-person and virtually.
With a foundation in competitive dance and a degree in Exercise and Wellness from Arizona State University, Mikayla brings a deep understanding of biomechanics, athletic performance, and the female body. She leads global mentorships on performance methodology and specializes in training female athletes with a focus on hormonal health, cycle-informed coaching, and longevity.
Her mission is to empower women to train smarter, recover better, and challenge the myths that have kept them from reaching their full potential.
🔗 Connect with Mikayla:
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54 min - #175: How to Show Up When You Don't Want To
In this episode, Christina opens up about what it means to show up for yourself—mentally, physically, and emotionally—especially when life feels overwhelming.
Whether you're navigating grief, burnout, or just a rough patch, Christina offers mindset strategies and actionable tools to help you stay grounded in your health goals, even when motivation is low. She shares personal stories from a challenging six-month period, explains how nervous system regulation can help, and breaks down what it actually means to give yourself compassion without giving up.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Reframing "not doing enough" and self-compassion
01:09 – What this episode is really about: showing up when it's hard
01:58 – Life updates: illness, loss, and major business changes
03:29 – The mental shift from "Why is this happening to me?" to "What can I do with this?"
05:14 – Catching negative thoughts and reframing them
07:34 – Finding meaning and lessons in hardship
09:27 – Nervous system regulation: why it matters and how to start
13:01 – Review reward giveaway + Legion Athletics
14:28 – What Christina did when she skipped workouts for a week
17:06 – The “battery level” training model: 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%
18:06 – Data check: sleep, weight, heart rate, recovery after rest
20:23 – Understanding deload weeks and their benefit
21:24 – EMDR, walking, and managing chronic stress naturally
22:00 – Showing up with nutrition when you can’t meal prep
24:00 – Simple, satisfying meals Christina relied on
25:35 – Step-by-step: how to build your own fallback food routine
26:55 – Wrapping it all up: mindset, nervous system, movement, food
29 min - #174: Your Perimenopause Playbook: How to Stop Gaslighting Your Body and Start Leading It
Are your mood swings, brain fog, and stubborn weight gain just “aging” or is it something more?
In this episode, Christina pulls no punches while diving deep into the misunderstood world of perimenopause. You’ll hear about the shocking misinformation still being taught to therapists, why your go-to strategies (like doubling down on cardio or just “pushing through”) might be hurting more than helping, and how to start building a personalized playbook for thriving in midlife.
Whether you're experiencing brain fog, mood swings, or your body just feels unfamiliar, Christina’s evidence-based guidance and holistic mindset work will leave you feeling seen and ready to reclaim your power.
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Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
1:15 – What is the Perimenopause Playbook?
2:25 – Media myths: “I gained 5 pounds in a week!”
4:30 – The shoe crisis, sober-ish life, and mac & cheese regret
9:00 – Christina’s labs, hormone tracking, and real-life data
11:40 – Symptoms your doctor might miss
14:20 – Perimenopause starts earlier than you think
15:45 – The hidden signs: mood, joint pain, libido & more
21:10 – 3 Types: Over-Corrector, Resigner, Research Rabbit-Holer
27:20 – The 4-part Perimenopause Playbook
28:20 – Play #1: Eat for strength, not shrinking
33:00 – Play #2: Train for strength, not burnout
37:35 – Play #3: Change your self-talk, change your transition
39:40 – Play #4: Build a support system, not a supplement stash
43:25 – Stop gaslighting your symptoms—start leading
45:20 – Introducing the Mindset of Menopause program
46:50 – Sign-off: What you see in your mind, you see in the mirror48 min - #173: The 3 Lies Keeping Women Stuck in Yo-Yo Dieting + Important Announcement
In this episode, Christina addresses the frustrations of yo-yo dieting and debunk three pervasive lies that keep you trapped in the cycle. She explores how sustainable changes, rather than restrictive diets or willpower, lead to lasting weight loss and self-confidence.
This episode also announces some important changes in the podcast.
Tune in to discover how to create a consistent, healthy lifestyle while redefining your relationship with food and body image!
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Make sure to tune in to our discussion:
00:00 Introduction
01:03 Podcast Announcement: Changes Ahead
02:44 Personal Stories
07:32 The Diet Industry's Lies
08:44 Lie #1: The Myth of the Perfect Diet
13:50 Lie #2: The Willpower Fallacy
20:12 Lie #3: Smaller Isn't Always Better
24:31 Outro
27 min - #172: Muscle Myths Busted: The 8 Worst Lies Women Still Hear About Building Muscle
Are you still worried that lifting weights will make you bulky? Think your muscles will turn into fat if you stop training? Or believe you need to lose weight before you can start lifting?
In this myth-busting episode, WE are calling out the top 8 muscle-building myths that are keeping women stuck, misinformed, and spinning their wheels in frustration.
With a mix of science-backed truths, real-life client transformations, and personal stories, athis episode is the no-BS guide every woman needs if she's ever felt intimidated by the weight rack.
Whether you're postpartum, perimenopausal, or just tired of being told to “tone” instead of train, this one’s for you!
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00:00 — Intro
14:25 — Myth 1: “Lifting makes you bulky” debunked
17:11 — Muscle vs. fat
18:41 — Client transformation example
22:49 — Myth 2: “Light weight, high reps = toned” myth busted
23:38 — History of the word “toned” and marketing manipulation
25:31 — Progressive overload and building coping skills
28:02 — Myth 3: “Muscle turns into fat if you stop lifting”
29:34 — Myth 4: “I need to lose fat before I start lifting”
31:27 — Start small: sustainable resistance training from home
32:31 — Myth 5: “Cardio is better for fat loss than strength training”
35:00 — The benefit of walking and zone 2 cardio
35:17 — Myth 6: “I can spot-reduce fat”
37:28 — The truth about the mommy pooch and C-section shelf
38:18 — Myth 7: “I can’t build muscle as I age”
40:13 — Why lifestyle changes—not age—reduce muscle mass
41:39 — Strength training helps with insulin resistance & longevity
41:54 — Myth 8: “I need to confuse my muscles”
43:24 — Progressive overload > random workouts
45:07 — How changing sets/reps can make the same moves more effective
49:33 — Myth 9 (Bonus!): “You can build muscle in a calorie deficit”
50:53 — Protein intake recommendations and the truth about newbie gains
51:05 — Why tracking progress makes all the difference
52:07 — How to challenge yourself safely and overcome fear of going heavy
53:30 — Outro55 min - #171: The Silent Weight: Navigating Reproductive Grief with Compassion and Clarity
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses reproductive grief, including infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, and unmet expectations around parenthood. These topics may be emotionally difficult or triggering for some listeners. We acknowledge the sensitivity of these experiences and encourage you to listen with care. If you are currently grieving or feeling vulnerable, please prioritize your well-being and consider whether this episode is right for you at this time.
If you have been affected by reproductive grief from infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, or unmet expectations, this episode provides validation and healing tools for this "ambiguous loss" that often lacks recognition, leaving many to suffer silently. We explore the psychological impact, share statistics, examine how society dismisses this pain, and offer practical strategies for processing grief, developing self-compassion, and regaining control.
Hit play now!
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Make sure to tune in to our discussion:
02:12 – Startling statistics on infertility and miscarriage
05:20 – Personal stories: When choice is taken away
09:24 – Defining ambiguous loss (and why breakups compare)
14:23 – The grief cycle: Why it’s not linear
20:08 – How identity shatters when reproductive plans change
23:49 – The physical/emotional toll of IVF and repeated loss
30:06 – What no one tells you about post-miscarriage recovery
35:22 – Healing tools: Rituals, therapy, and self-advocacy
40:37 – How partners can support (and what to avoid saying)
46:51 – Honoring your loss when there’s no funeral
52:03 – Reframing grief: "My baby saved me" and other stories
59 min - #170: Fueling on the Fly: How to Eat Well While Traveling
Do you struggle to maintain healthy eating habits while traveling? Whether you're jet-setting for work or vacation, it's easy to fall into the trap of overindulgence or rigid restrictions, leaving you feeling sluggish and guilty upon your return. In this episode, we dive into practical strategies for balancing enjoyment and nourishment on the go—so you can savor your travels without sacrificing your well-being.
Tune in as we cover:
- How to prep for travel without overpacking meals
- Smart food choices at airports and hotels
- Navigating restaurants and buffets while prioritizing protein and produce
- Hydration and movement tips to combat travel fatigue
- Returning home without guilt or extreme restriction
Hit play now to fuel your adventures the right way!
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02:00 - Personal Travel Stories
06:49 - Travel Challenges
07:40 - Prep Like a Pro
12:29 - Airport Hacks
14:48 - Hotel & Airbnb Tips
17:49 - Breakfast Solutions
22:33 - Eating Out
26:58 - Movement Matters
31:25 - Returning Home
39 min - #169: Pelvic Floor Isn’t Just for Moms: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Core Health, Bladder Leaks, and Lifting Pain-Free
Do you struggle with bladder leaks, pelvic pain, or discomfort during sex? Do you assume these issues are only for postpartum moms or older women? Think again! Pelvic floor health is essential for all women, especially those who lift weights or engage in high-intensity workouts. In this episode, we dive deep into the myths, misconceptions, and practical solutions for pelvic floor dysfunction—because no woman should have to live with pain or embarrassment.
Join us as we explore:
- Why Kegels aren’t always the answer (and can even make things worse!)
- The surprising connection between your breathing patterns and pelvic floor health
- How improper lifting techniques can contribute to pelvic floor issues
- Red flags that signal it’s time to see a pelvic floor physical therapist
- Practical adjustments to your workouts to protect and strengthen your pelvic floor
Hit play now to take control of your pelvic health and live without limitations!
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Make sure to tune in to our discussion:
01:13 - Personal Stories & Common Misconceptions
10:07 - The Dark History of Women’s Healthcare
11:56 - Leaking, Pain & Embarrassing Truths
13:23 - Why Kegels Can Make Things Worse
15:32 - How Breathing Affects Your Pelvic Floor
20:09 - Lifting Tips to Protect Your Pelvic Floor
26:00 - When to Modify Your Workouts
27:19 - Red Flags You Shouldn’t Ignore
30:28 - CrossFit, Jumping & High-Impact Risks
34:51 - Postpartum Recovery Facts
37:09 - Self-Assessment: Is Your Pelvic Floor Healthy?
39:54 - Smart Exercise Adjustments
42:36 - Best (and Worst) Core Exercises
47 min
About The Mindset/Mirror Connection
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"What you say in your mind, you see in the mirror."
A podcast for high-achieving women ready to break free from food and body obsession, quiet the inner critic, and build lasting self-worth from the inside out—with insights, tools, and compassion from a therapist who truly gets it. Hosted by Christina Hathaway, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in food and body obsession.
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