The PCC Podcast

You don’t need less stress - you need a stronger container.

Ever feel like you’re doing all the self-care, yet still burned out, anxious, and barely hanging on?

In this episode, we get real about the difference between relieving stress and tolerating it. Because the truth is - ice baths and journaling won’t fix what an overpacked schedule and zero boundaries are breaking.

✨ Inside this conversation:

💥 The missing link between burnout and your fitness goals

🧠 Why stress isn’t the enemy… poor stress tolerance is

💪 How lifting, structure, and challenge build emotional resilience

🔥 Personal stories from Marissa’s journey through hormonal chaos and mental fatigue

🛠️ Tactical tips to build a life that doesn’t need escaping from

Whether you’re an overachiever burning the candle at both ends or a coach supporting stressed-out clients, this episode will challenge you to stop chasing relief - and start building capacity.

Want help navigating your health journey?

Work with us 1-1: https://lastdietforlife.com/coachingprocess

What if the way you think about pain is actually making it worse?In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, I sit down with pain and injury specialist Nick Licamelli to unpack how his perspectives on pain, training, and the human body have evolved over the past 4 years.If you’ve ever wondered: 👉 “Why do I still hurt if nothing is ‘technically’ wrong?” 👉 “Should I push through this or pull back?” 👉 “Why does the same pain keep coming back?”You’re not alone… and it’s not just about muscles and joints.Nick shares how the nervous system, stress, beliefs, and even daily life events (yes, like car troubles) all shape the pain experience.With deep empathy and hard-earned wisdom, he breaks down how to work with your body instead of against it- even when recovery feels frustrating.🔑 Topics we explore:🧠 How beliefs and emotions influence pain💥 Why training through pain isn’t always the “grind” badge you think it is👂 The underrated power of being heard in a healing journey⚡ What flexibility (mental and physical) actually means🔁 Why pain is information, not a personal failureWhether you’re a coach, athlete, or just someone tired of “pushing through,” this episode will reframe how you think about your body, and help you heal smarter.You can find Nick on IG @nicklicameli

Feeling scatterbrained, overstimulated, and constantly stuck in a state of doomscrolling?

It might be time for a dopamine detox 😮‍💨

I recently cut out caffeine, social media, and mindless distractions for a full dopamine reset.

The result? More clarity, self-discipline, and a deeper understanding of what was actually draining my energy.

Inside this episode:

🧠 What a dopamine detox really is (and isn’t)

🌞 The daily non-negotiables that grounded me (10k steps, sunshine, silence)

📉 How overstimulation messes with your motivation and focus

🚫 Why we numb ourselves with scrolling, caffeine, and noise

💥 How removing distractions sparked new energy and mental breakthroughs

If you’ve been saying, “I just don’t have the bandwidth” lately…

🎧Tune in to EP 88 of The PCC Podcast.

Still waiting to feel “ready” before you commit to change?

In this episode, I’m peeling back the curtain on my own journey navigating hormonal imbalances, a mental health rollercoaster, and the messy middle of self-leadership and personal growth.

I share what finally moved the needle for me and is now helping me get unstuck, and sharing WHILE I’m still IN it, not waiting until it’s all the way through to share the lessons.

When you listen to the episode, you’ll hear:

🧠 Why waiting until you're “motivated” is keeping you stuck

❤️ How my personal struggles shaped my empathy and purpose

💡 The role of mentors in finding clarity and momentum

💰 How investing in your growth makes you show up differently

🌱 Why committing to your future self is the ultimate act of leadership

If you’ve been tiptoeing around the idea of change - this one’s your wake-up call.

You don’t need more time or more information… you need to decide.

Mood swings, stubborn weight, low energy, and weird cravings…😵‍💫

You’re not crazy, and it’s not just “getting older”... it’s your hormones.

In this episode, I’m joined by hormone expert Kim Schaper (@kim.schaper) to break down the real reason so many women feel like strangers in their own bodies - and why the hormones insulin, cortisol, and oxytocin hold the key to getting back in balance. 🧬✨

Here’s what we dive into:

🧠 The hormonal hierarchy that rules your metabolism, mood, and energy

⚖️ How stress hijacks your hormones (and how oxytocin can calm the chaos)

👯‍♀️ Why community, joy, and connection are actual medicine

🧘‍♀️ Small, doable habits that build hormonal resilience without overhauling your life

⚠️ What women in their 20s to 40s need to know before they’re dismissed or misdiagnosed

This episode is your permission slip to stop “powering through” and start tuning in. 💛

You don’t need a new supplement… you need a new strategy.

Constantly bloated, constipated, inflamed, or stuck on the scale? 😩

Even though you’re doing it ALL:

✔️Macros

✔️Workouts

✔️Steps 

What if the real issue isn’t your willpower… it’s your gut?

In this episode, we unpack why your gut might be the silent saboteur of your fat loss goals - and how to tell if it's holding you back. 🧬

We break down:

🧻 What gut health actually is (no fluff, just facts)

⚠️ Subtle signs your gut is struggling (even if you “eat clean”)

💥 How digestion impacts your hormones, metabolism, and fat storage

🛠️ Real client examples where fat loss finally clicked after healing the gut

🧘‍♀️ Easy gut-supporting habits you can start today (no overhaul required)

👉 If you’re tired of guessing, frustrated with plateaus, or just know something feels off… this is your episode.

🎧Tune in to EP 85 for our insightful gut deep dive! 

Want help navigating your health journey? Work with us 1-1: https://lastdietforlife.com/coachingprocess

😩 You’re doing everything… but still feel like it’s not enough?

If you’ve ever pushed through workouts when you were exhausted, skipped rest days out of guilt, or felt uncomfortable doing “nothing”… this episode is for you.

In this raw and relatable convo, the PCC coaches sit down to unpack the “less is more” philosophy - and why it might be the missing link in your fat loss journey, your health, and your happiness. 🧠💪

We dive into:

🔥 The real cost of overtraining and burnout

🧘‍♀️ How intentional recovery can actually accelerate progress

💡 Why your constant productivity might be working against you

❤️‍🩹 How to fill your cup with connection, creativity, and rest (without guilt)

🔁 Real strategies to shift from “go, go, go” → “rest, reset, recharge”

You don’t need to hustle harder. You need to heal smarter.

Make sure to tune in next week for all things gut health!

Find us on IG

PCC @permanentchangecoaching

Marissa @marissaroyfitness

Coach Julia @jult_fit

Coach Rachel @rohr_28

🚨 Fat loss does not mean eating less - especially if you’re a stressed-out, high-achieving woman.

If you’ve been stuck in the “eat less, move more” cycle and wondering why the scale won’t budge (or why you feel exhausted, bloated, and burnt out)... 

…this episode is your wake-up call. 🔔

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

🍽️ Why cutting calories is not the answer to sustainable fat loss🧠 How under-eating wrecks your hormones and metabolism

⚡ The real reasons you're feeling “wired but tired” all the time🥑 What hormonal balance actually looks like on your plate

🧘‍♀️ Foundational shifts in nutrition, mindset & movement that support long-term results

This isn’t about restriction - it’s about rebuilding.

Your body isn’t broken. It’s asking for nourishment, not punishment. 💥

✨ Is prioritizing your health really “selfish”? Or is it the most powerful leadership decision you’ll ever make?If you’ve ever skipped a workout, canceled a meal prep, or told yourself “I should be grateful,” this episode is for you. 💬We’re unpacking the real reason high-achieving women feel guilt around self-care….…and why it’s silently sabotaging your energy, confidence, and goals.👉 In this episode, I share:🔹 How societal and biological programming wires women to put themselves last🔹 What burnout is stealing from you (and why it affects more than just your mood)🔹 A powerful reframe that turns self-care from a luxury into a leadership move🔹 Why micro habits - NOT more of your precious time - are the secret to lasting changeYour health isn’t selfish. It’s your superpower. 💥Don’t forget to share this episode with the high-achiever in your life who needs this reminder. 💌Next up: how to eat for hormone balance and fat loss without cutting more calories. Stay tuned! 🔥Work with us 1-1: https://lastdietforlife.com/coachingprocess

🚨 Struggling to Lose Weight? It Might Not Be Your Diet… It’s Your STRESS.

You’re eating clean, working out, and doing everything right… So why does the scale refuse to budge? 😩

The truth is, chronic stress could be sabotaging your metabolism.

Traditional dieting methods - like slashing calories and overtraining - can actually make things worse by putting your body into survival mode.

In this episode, we dive into:

🔥 How diet culture tricks you into metabolic downregulation

🔥 The hidden ways stress impacts your hormones and weight loss

🔥 Why eating less can actually make fat loss harder

🔥 Sustainable strategies to work with your body… not against it

If you’ve ever felt like your body is fighting you, this episode will change the way you approach fat loss forever.

Ready to stop spinning your wheels? Watch our latest masterclass to learn more about this process and the solutions in depth: https://grain.com/share/recording/d7507c94-e0cb-416a-812c-f1f4519dfb3a/WTfJsRAx9bKR1bTlVfuHW7TvF4mFJCNPwvUT40y2

Work with us 1-1: https://lastdietforlife.com/coachingprocess