The Willetts Podcast

In this episode, I give a full life update — from what’s been happening in my life with Kait to the behind-the-scenes of our content creation to my son Denver’s activities. I also dive deep into the reasons why it’s so easy to gain weight but so hard to lose it and cover important topics on hormones so you’re armed with the knowledge to protect yourselves and make the best decisions when it comes to your hormones.

In this episode, we discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [01:12] Episode preview
• [02:29] Life update
• [03:57] The transformation in Mav’s life
• [05:30] Life with Kait
• [07:04] Body transformation is brain transformation
• [08:00] How Mav and Kait help people with body transformation
• [10:13] BTS process of creating YouTube videos
• [17:10] Other works they do
• [19:25] Send your suggestions and videos to react to
• [20:23] Daily life activities and non-fitness related content
• [23:05] Denver’s jiu-jitsu classes
• [24:58] Testosterone and fertility journey
• [27:54] How Mav and Kait prioritise their diet
• [29:31] How SLAE is doing
• [32:29] Upcoming in-person retreat and gratitude for the support
• [33:46] Why it’s easy to gain weight and hard to lose it
• [34:37] 3 ways to cut calories
• [35:04] Calories in vs. calories out
• [37:06] How to lose weight and avoid surplus calories
• [38:33] Why do many Americans struggle with weight loss
• [40:22] Satiety, protein, and daily habits
• [43:00] The power of mindset and manifestations in making life changes
• [47:54] Self-empowerment and overcoming adversity
• [52:21] Perimenopause hormones
• [53:00] Progesterone and inhibin protein
• [54:42] PCOS and insulin resistance
• [55:56] Why you need to get your thyroid checked out

NOTE: Be sure to catch our upcoming episodes for even more valuable insights on hormones!

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

Maverick’s Instagram: @the.willetts

Maverick Online Coaching on Facebook: MOC FREE COMMUNITY

Get 1:1 coaching here: https://go.elev8coaching.net/weight-loss-journey

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Kait and I did a fun Q&A session where we dive into all sorts of topics, from weight loss strategies to our personal fitness routines, nighttime eating, and how cortisol plays a role in your progress. We also talk about our fitness routines and share our stories and our plans for the future.

In this episode, we discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [00:29] What’s in this episode
• [01:15] Should hormone tests be done at a certain point in your cycle?
• [02:06] Kait and Mav’s biggest insecurities
• [06:42] Will the Mirena IUD give false hormone test results?
• [08:12] Things Mav and Kait can’t live without
• [10:05] Should you focus on fat loss or maintenance first?
• [14:45] When is the wedding?
• [15:10] Mav’s vasectomy reversal journey and future family plans
• [20:28] Thoughts on using Berberine to assist with weight loss
• [21:09] Does cortisol impact weight loss?
• [23:35] A listener’s weight loss journey
• [24:53] Learning through failure and continuing the journey
• [27:31] Mav’s first meeting with Kait’s parents
• [29:58] Do Mav and Kait work out together?
• [36:16] Sunday routine and work-life balance
• [37:22] What would Mav and Kait be if hormones were a personality?
• [38:30] Does glycemic index of food matter?
• [40:34] How does lots of sex affect hormones?
• [42:20] The evolution of Mav’s personal style
• [46:00] Managing nighttime eating
• [49:42] How is SLAE doing?
• [54:34] Opinion on WeightWatchers
• [57:55] The biggest misconceptions around calorie tracking
• [59:04] What to do if weight loss stalls after months of effort?
• [1:02:36] Closing remarks 

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

Kait's IG: @the.willetts

Kait's Youtube: KaitDoesPsych

Maverick’s Instagram: @the.willetts

Maverick Online Coaching on Facebook: MOC FREE COMMUNITY

Get 1:1 coaching here: https://go.elev8coaching.net/weight-loss-journey

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Kait and I answer questions from our Instagram Q & A’s. We addressed all your questions, from how to balance fitness with a busy life to understanding what really matters in relationships. We discuss building muscle at 50, the scale vs. body composition, finding balance in your social life during weight loss, dad bods, life fulfillment, and much more!

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [02:32] Is starting a fitness journey at 50 too late?
• [02:54] Story of a 63-year-old client who lost 100 pounds
• [03:39] Focus on health and body composition over radical weight loss
• [06:38] Should the scale be the focus?
• [07:12] Fixating on the scale alone is not the best measure of progress
• [08:25] Body recomposition and change in weight
• [09:52] Common misconception around body recomposition
• [10:59] Body recomposition vs. fat loss and muscle building
• [15:01] How to stay motivated despite slow weight loss?
• [18:25] Labeling food as bad
• [20:26] The mental and emotional toll of obsessing over weight and appearance
• [23:50] Body image for men vs. women
• [25:24] Dad bods
• [30:22] The concept of periodization in nutrition and strength training
• [31:58] Mav and Kait’s approaches to fitness and nutrition for their clients
• [35:41] How do you accept yourself while wanting to progress in life?
• [35:51] Contentment versus complacency
• [37:56] Balancing self-awareness, gratitude, ambition, and accepting imperfections
• [40:00] The importance of self-worth and acceptance
• [44:00] The interplay between love, identity, and personal growth
• [46:11] What traits do Kait and Mav look for in a relationship?
• [55:47] Are they actually happy?
• [59:14] What made Mav stop using heavy doses of AAS (anabolic androgenic steroids)?
• [1:08:10] Open dialogue between parents and children about body image and PEDs
• [1:11:31] Wrap-up

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

Kait's IG: @the.willetts

Kait's Youtube: KaitDoesPsych

Maverick’s Instagram: @the.willetts

Maverick Online Coaching on Facebook: MOC FREE COMMUNITY

Get 1:1 coaching here: https://go.elev8coaching.net/weight-loss-journey

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I recently attended a seminar by The Hormone Doc, Dr. Neil Rouzier, at Worldlink Medical, and it blew my mind. The seminar was focused on the importance of maintaining hormone levels in women as they age. In this episode, I sit down with Kait to discuss my biggest takeaways from the seminar.

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [01:29] Preventative benefits of maintaining healthy levels of hormones
• [02:46] Kait’s experience with hormone replacement therapy
• [04:41] Connection between calcium, hormones, and bone density
• [06:31] Bioidentical hormones vs. synthetic hormones
• [07:16] Risk with hormone therapy post menopause
• [08:32] How hormones like estradiol affect body composition and weight
• [10:22] Biggest impactors of body composition
• [13:45] Lack of education about birth control 
• [15:17] Misconceptions about PCOS 
• [16:02] Every woman has PCOS until confirmed otherwise
• [16:17] How do you know if you have PCOS?
• [16:56] Insulin resistance is a key factor in PCOS 
• [19:35] Best solution for managing PCOS
• [22:21] Managing insulin resistance in women with post-birth control PCOS
• [24:30] Managing high androgen levels 
• [26:01] Women and testosterone
• [27:57] Role of testosterone in women’s health
• [29:00] Including testosterone in SLAE 
• [30:16] Treating patients based on their symptoms 
• [33:40] The importance of regular follow-ups and blood work when undergoing HRT
• [34:19] Avoiding excessive doses to minimize risks
• [36:02] Wrap-up

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

Kait's IG: @the.willetts

Kait's Youtube: KaitDoesPsych

Maverick’s Instagram: @the.willetts

Maverick Online Coaching on Facebook: MOC FREE COMMUNITY

Get 1:1 coaching here: https://go.elev8coaching.net/weight-loss-journey 

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Today, I bring you an unfiltered Q&A session that Kait and I recorded during our trip to Hawaii. We talk about everything from relationships to people taking a dump in someone’s house to valuable lessons we’ve learned from each other. Tune in and get ready for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, wisdom, and the occasional “what the...?” moment.

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [01:18] Why do I lose weight when I eat more and gain when I eat less?
• [01:29] Inaccurate calorie tracking
• [02:23] Food satiety differences
• [03:12] Reduced stress and improved sleep
• [05:11] Increased activity that leads to burning more calories
• [06:26] Kait & Mav’s wedding plans
• [06:58] When is the time to move on from wanting my ex back?
• [08:32] Self-worth and moving forward
• [12:06] Taking a dump in somebody’s house
• [16:04] Watching an R-rated movie on a plane
• [18:45] Opinions on people who drive certain vehicles, like Tesla trucks
• [20:30] Talking to a partner about his lack of effort without offending
• [26:36] What Kait and Mav have learned from each other
• [26:51] Values, meaning in commitments, and effective communication skills
• [30:26] Embracing vulnerability, playfulness, and boldness in decision-making
• [38:34] Losing virginity to a partner after a short dating period
• [41:36] Quirks and habits that drive them mad
• [49:28] Outro

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

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Today, I’m joined by Elizabeth Hart, a client of SLAE Hormone Solutions, to discuss her journey with hormone imbalance and the incredible transformation she’s experienced in just six short weeks. Elizabeth shares her story of feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and out of balance over the past decade—despite living a healthy lifestyle—to experiencing renewed energy and focus.

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [01:03] Elizabeth’s life before finding SLAE
• [03:23] Having normal lab results but still feeling unwell
• [03:52] Her struggles with energy levels and motivation
• [06:08] Fears about using bioidentical hormone replacement therapy
• [07:32] Improvements she’s experienced since starting SLAE
• [09:28] Reduced belly bloating
• [10:57] Her advice for those on the fence about trying BHRT
• [13:56] Wrap-up

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

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I sit down with one of our clients, Sarah Johnson, a 52-year-old former athlete who struggled with weight gain, hormonal imbalances, and fatigue after having children. Sarah discusses how the program has helped her slow down, become more present, and redefine her self-worth beyond weight loss and physical changes.

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [00:35] Sarah’s background
• [03:01] Why she joined the program
• [04:16] Starting the program and working with Coach Kat
• [07:27] How the program impacted her role as a mother, wife, etc
• [10:11] Importance of showing up for your life
• [12:44] The challenges of high achievers who are used to excelling
• [13:25] Fulfilment over performance and reorienting priorities
• [15:07] Moving beyond a performative mindset and finding true fulfillment
• [16:27] Benefits of the program beyond weight loss
• [17:36] Sarah’s self-worth and demeanor after joining the program
• [20:41] Impact of boardroom conversations
• [22:22] Many people in midlife and beyond often suppress their true selves
• [23:20] Importance of active participation and commitment in any coaching
• [25:38] How being part of the community has impacted Sarah
• [28:39] How the community helped her to be present and connect with others
• [30:23] Prioritizing relationships over work, even when it’s difficult
• [32:20] How Coach Kat’s perspective has shifted her mindset
• [34:22] The Avengers (coaches) of the programs
• [37:47] Sarah’s advice to those on the fence about joining the program
• [39:50] Wrap-up

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

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I’m excited to introduce you to one of our coaches, Katie Armstrong. Katie is an incredible coach with a wealth of experience as a lifelong athlete and someone who has overcome her own fair share of challenges. Katie shares her approach to coaching, building trust with clients, accountability, realistic goal-setting, values-based living, self-care, and much more!

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [01:00] Katie’s background as an athlete and coach
• [02:43] Physical injuries, Epstein-Barr, and Lyme disease
• [04:21] Importance of personal experience in coaching
• [05:27] Building trust with clients to help them
• [06:51] Human touch over a mechanical approach in coaching
• [08:07] Katie’s postpartum journey and the challenges she faced
• [10:26] Using her personal experiences to build trust and relate to clients
• [14:11] Katie’s approach to onboarding new clients
• [15:31] Encouraging self-reflection and personal accountability
• [17:48] Encouraging clients to lead their journey 
• [18:30] Aligning actions with personal values for long-term success
• [20:28] Short-term achievements vs. sustainable lifestyle changes
• [21:16] Being happy with your body
• [22:25] Importance of self-respect and self-care for growth
• [24:51] Your aliveness is a gift to everyone around you
• [28:18] Importance of self-care and gratitude for personal growth
• [30:29] Parts work and inner dialogue to overcome self-criticism
• [32:14] What attracted Katie to the program
• [35:17] Mav’s content evolution towards authenticity
• [36:39] Challenges women face with hormone health
• [38:48] Hormone therapy + Lifestyle changes = Optimal Health
• [40:06] Closing thoughts

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about SLAE Online Coaching

Follow Maverick on Instagram

Join Maverick Online Coaching on Facebook

Follow SLAE Hormone Solutions on Instagram

Website for SLAE Hormone Solution

Website for Maverick Online Coaching

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When it comes to building healthy, fulfilling relationships, the foundation you start from can make all the difference! Today, I delve into the common mistakes people make when building relationships, like idealizing partners, ignoring red flags, and seeking validation instead of genuine connection. I share my own journey of learning these lessons and encourage you to reflect on your relationship foundations.

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [00:25] Common relationship pitfalls
• [03:02] Mav’s past mistakes in relationships
• [05:37] Importance of vulnerability and transparency in relationships
• [07:41] Having core values and living by them
• [09:47] Importance of boundaries and discernment around sexuality
• [10:46] Protecting personal peace and preventing manipulation
• [13:23] Having strong values not only benefits relationships but also other areas of life
• [14:54] Encouragement to reflect on your values
• [17:00] Have values-focused conversations with your partner
• [18:44] Outro

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

Follow Maverick on Instagram

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Today, I explore how short-term thinking when it comes to weight loss and body transformation can trap people in long-term suffering. I discuss why quick fixes and extreme measures for weight loss are ultimately doomed to fail and why it’s so important to focus on developing sustainable habits and values that you can maintain for the long haul.

In this episode, I discuss: 

• [00:00] Intro
• [00:25] Life update
• [02:30] SLAE’s expansion into new states
• [02:47] Benefits of BHRT over synthetic hormones
• [04:16] SLAE’s focus on hormone optimization and client care
• [06:57] Podcast with Kait Ann-Michelle
• [07:54] Balancing work and personal life
• [10:33] Choosing the right fat loss method
• [11:15] It’s inefficient to try and gain muscle and lose body fat
• [12:27] Losing body fat in a healthier and more sustainable way
• [16:01] Three methods of caloric restriction
• [16:11] #1: Dieting
• [17:36] #2: Time restriction (Fasting)
• [19:20] #3: Calorie tracking
• [21:19] Choosing sustainable weight loss methods instead of extreme methods
• [23:43] Most people don’t want to take responsibility for their outcomes
• [24:01] Family members who try to control weight through food restrictions and shame
• [24:58] Setting boundaries with family, prioritizing self-care and body autonomy
• [28:14] Outro

Resources

If you are ready to lose 25+ lbs. and make the “after” photo last forever, click to learn more about Elev8 Coaching

Follow Maverick on Instagram

Join Maverick Online Coaching on Facebook

Website for Maverick Online Coaching

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