Far From Perfect with Kylie Larson

Why Eating More Protein is Making You Gain Weight Mar 21, 2025

In this episode of 'Far From Perfect', host Kylie Larson discusses the viral success of her Instagram reel about protein and weight gain. She emphasizes the importance of understanding macronutrients, particularly protein and fat, and how they contribute to caloric intake and weight management. The conversation delves into energy balance, factors influencing energy intake and expenditure, and the significance of metabolism and muscle in achieving health and fitness goals. Kylie also introduces a five-day protein challenge aimed at helping listeners better understand their protein needs and how to meet them effectively.

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Simplicity in Content Creation

02:46 Understanding Protein and Fat Dynamics

05:38 The Importance of Energy Balance

08:45 Factors Influencing Energy Intake and Expenditure

11:28 The Role of Muscle in Metabolism

14:15 Navigating Weight Management and Hormonal Changes

17:21 The Importance of Coaching and Structured Plans

20:07 The Five-Day Protein Challenge

Understanding Metabolic Flexibility and HRV with Dr. Mike T. Nelson Mar 14, 2025

Dr. Mike T Nelson is a research-fueled Fitness and Nutrition educator.

Dr. Mike T. Nelson has spent 18 years of his life learning how the human body works, specifically focusing on how to properly condition it to burn fat and become stronger, more flexible, and healthier.

He’s been called in to share his techniques with top government agencies, universities and colleges, fitness organizations and fanatics. The techniques he’s developed, and the results Mike gets for his clients have been featured in international magazines, in scientific publications, and on websites across the globe.

In this episode of Far From Perfect, host Kylie Riesselman Larson interviews Dr. Mike and they discuss his journey into the fitness world, his transition to online coaching, and his insights on heart rate variability (HRV) and metabolic flexibility. The conversation also touches on lifestyle factors, stress management, and the importance of VO2 max in enhancing overall well-being. In this conversation, Dr. Mike T Nelson discusses the importance of recovery, aerobic capacity, and the role of cardio in fitness. He emphasizes the need for metabolic flexibility, the benefits of fasting, and the differences between using fat as fuel and burning body fat. The discussion also touches on how to assess metabolic flexibility and the impact of exercise on carbohydrate and fat metabolism.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mike T. Nelson

01:11 Dr. Mike's Journey into Fitness and Health

04:51 Transitioning to Online Training

08:32 Lifestyle and Hobbies of Dr. Mike

10:25 Dr. Mike's Professional Credentials and Work

12:38 Understanding Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

26:19 Understanding Recovery and Aerobic Capacity

27:11 The Role of Cardio in Fitness

34:51 Empowering Strength and Metabolic Flexibility

35:01 Exploring Metabolic Flexibility

39:32 Fasting and Its Impact on Metabolism

40:38 Fueling the Body: Fat vs. Carbohydrates

47:20 Assessing Metabolic Flexibility

The Scale Is Not a Liar Feb 19, 2025

It just doesn't tell the whole story.

In this episode of Far From Perfect, Kylie discusses the complexities of using the scale as a tool for tracking weight loss and body composition. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the data behind the scale, how to use it effectively during fat loss and maintenance phases, and the emotional challenges that come with weighing oneself. Kylie encourages listeners to detach their self-worth from the number on the scale and focus on overall body composition and health instead.

Takeaways

The scale provides valuable data for tracking progress.

Emotions can cloud judgment; data helps clarify decisions.

Weight is not inherently good or bad; it's just information.

Tracking weight frequently can desensitize emotional reactions.

Your goal body may weigh more than your ideal weight.

Building muscle can lead to an increase in scale weight.

Maintenance weight should be viewed as a range, not a single number.

Understanding fluctuations in weight is crucial for long-term success.

Data analysis is essential for effective coaching and self-coaching.

Not knowing your numbers can lead to increased anxiety.

Neuroplastic Pain - The Surprising Good News About Your Pain & Anxiety with Ali Damron Dec 15, 2024

In this enlightening conversation, Kylie Larson and Ali Damron delve into the intricate relationship between hormonal health, neuroplastic pain, and anxiety management. They explore how understanding the brain's response to stress and fear can lead to significant healing and empowerment. Ali shares her personal journey with chronic pain and the transformative power of self-compassion, emphasizing the importance of tolerating discomfort and navigating life transitions. The discussion highlights practical strategies for managing anxiety and fostering a compassionate relationship with oneself, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.

Takeaways

The root of many hormone issues lies in the central nervous system.
Chronic pain can often be neuroplastic rather than structural.
Fear and anxiety can perpetuate physical symptoms.
Self-compassion is crucial for healing and personal growth.
Tolerating discomfort is essential for emotional regulation.
Life transitions can heighten feelings of responsibility and anxiety.
Understanding the brain's function can empower individuals to manage symptoms.
Mindfulness and community support are vital for mental health.
Thoughts are not actions; they can be managed and reframed.
Resources and strategies exist for healing without prescriptions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connection

01:07 The Shift in Hormonal Health Understanding

05:15 Neuroplastic Pain and Its Implications

09:59 Managing Anxiety and Fear Responses

17:01 The Role of Self-Compassion in Healing

23:40 Understanding the Brain's Response to Fear

29:32 Embracing Discomfort and Common Humanity

32:42 Navigating Midlife Transitions and Responsibilities

36:21 Understanding Anger and Societal Expectations

39:14 Empowerment Through Choice and Self-Reflection

43:42 Neuroplasticity and Healing Strategies

Perimenopause, Gut Health & Body Composition Changes with Lisa DeLuca Dec 08, 2024

In this conversation, Coach Lisa and Kylie discuss the complexities of perimenopause, focusing on the challenges women face, the importance of lifestyle changes, and the role of nutrition in managing symptoms. They emphasize the need for a holistic approach to health, including gut health and mindset, and share success stories of women who have transformed their health by prioritizing well-being over body composition. The conversation highlights the significance of individualized coaching and the evolution of personal health perspectives.

Connect with Coach Lisa on Instagram.

Takeaways

Women often feel frustrated and ashamed during perimenopause.
Small, actionable steps are key to managing perimenopause.
Lifestyle factors significantly impact perimenopause symptoms.
Protein intake is crucial for stabilizing blood sugar and energy levels.
Healthy fats are essential for hormone production.
Gut health plays a vital role in weight management.
A healthy body is more responsive to dietary changes.
Mindset and self-talk are critical in health journeys.
Individualized coaching can lead to better health outcomes.
Evolving perspectives on health can lead to greater happiness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Perimenopause and Coaching Insights

05:16 Lifestyle Factors Affecting Perimenopause

11:12 Body Composition and Muscle Preservation

16:45 Gut Health and Its Impact on Weight Loss

23:11 Understanding Weight Loss and Its Challenges

28:03 Identifying Barriers to Progress

34:09 Overcoming Negative Self-Talk and Limiting Beliefs

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Opinion Hopping: A Barrier to Progress with JK McLeod Nov 24, 2024

In this engaging conversation, Kylie and JK McLeod explore the significance of real-life interactions in a digital age, the challenges of opinion hopping, and the importance of finding one's own path amidst societal pressures. They discuss how personal values and goals should guide decisions, rather than succumbing to comparison with others. The dialogue emphasizes the need for foundational principles in coaching and personal growth, while also acknowledging the role of inspiration in motivating individuals to pursue their fitness and wellness journeys. In this conversation, JK and Kylie explore the multifaceted nature of training and personal development. They discuss the aesthetic appeal of fitness, the importance of understanding individual training methods, and the necessity of self-discovery in achieving personal goals. The dialogue emphasizes the role of trust in oneself and the significance of a coach as a teacher, mentor, and guide. They also introduce the Reset Challenge program, aimed at helping individuals establish foundational habits in fitness and nutrition.

Connect with JK on Instagram.

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How to Not Gain Weight Over the Holidays Nov 22, 2024

In this bonus episode of 'Far From Perfect', Kylie discusses strategies for maintaining fitness and weight during the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of understanding weight fluctuations, mindful eating, and planning around social engagements. Kylie encourages listeners to enjoy holiday foods in moderation, set realistic goals, and ditch the all-or-nothing mentality. The episode provides practical tips for navigating alcohol consumption and making choices that align with personal health goals, ultimately promoting a balanced approach to holiday festivities.

Navigating Food Relationships and Emotional Eating with Stephanie Mara, Somatic Nutritional Counselor Nov 16, 2024

In this episode, Kylie and Stephanie delve into the complexities of food relationships, emotional eating, and the impact of trauma on our eating behaviors. They discuss the importance of nervous system regulation and how it affects our ability to make choices around food. Stephanie introduces her concept of somatic eating as an alternative to intuitive eating, especially in stressful situations. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-awareness and connection with our bodies to navigate emotions and food coping mechanisms effectively. In this conversation, Stephanie Mara and Kylie discuss the importance of co-regulation and self-compassion in navigating emotional challenges, particularly in relation to somatic practices and eating behaviors. They explore the misinterpretation of somatics in popular culture, the significance of understanding one's body, and the need for compassionate self-care, especially during the holiday season. The discussion also addresses concerns about weight gain and the emotional connections tied to body image, emphasizing the importance of meeting oneself with kindness and understanding.

Takeaways:

Emotional eating is not inherently bad; it's a coping mechanism.
Binge eating can be a protective response to trauma.
Nervous system regulation is crucial for emotional well-being.
Intuitive eating may not work for everyone, especially under stress.
Chronic emotional eating indicates a deeper issue.
Self-kindness is essential in the journey of understanding food relationships.
Building resilience helps in navigating food choices during stress.
Learning to check in with your body is a practice.
Food coping mechanisms can be intuitive responses to feeling unsafe.
Connection with oneself is key to emotional regulation. Co-regulation with others can help us process emotions.
Self-validation is a powerful tool for emotional health.
Somatic practices should not be seen as a quick fix.
Compassionate self-care is essential during challenging times.
Understanding our body's responses is key to healing.
Weight concerns are often tied to deeper emotional issues.
It's important to meet ourselves with kindness after coping mechanisms.
Familiar environments can trigger past trauma responses.
Shifting focus can help navigate overwhelming situations.
Building awareness around body image can foster self-acceptance.

Connect with Stephanie here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/

Website: https://www.stephaniemara.com/

Podcast: https://www.stephaniemara.com/podcast

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The Journey to Metabolic Health: Insights from Ashley Fillmore Nov 06, 2024

In this episode of Far From Perfect, Kylie and Ashley Fillmore discuss sustainable weight loss, the importance of having a supportive community, and the journey of building Metabolic Fix. They delve into the significance of finding a qualified coach, the dangers of under eating, and the necessity of strength training for metabolic health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of preventative health and the need for women to understand their bodies and make informed choices about their health and fitness journeys.

Takeaways

Having a coach or community is crucial for support.
Sustainable weight loss requires understanding hormones and metabolism.
Do your homework when choosing a coach.
Preventative health is key to avoiding medical issues.
Chronic under eating harms metabolism and overall health.
Healing the metabolism takes time and patience.
Reverse dieting is essential for metabolic health.
Strength training is vital for women of all ages.
Maintaining a healthy metabolism involves proper nutrition and exercise.
Tracking food intake accurately is necessary for success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sustainable Weight Loss Coaching

05:04 Identifying a Good Coach: What to Look For

10:42 The Dangers of Under Eating

16:40 Navigating Reverse Dieting and Body Changes

27:11 Empowering Women to Take Control of Their Health

33:49 Assessing Metabolic Health

38:54 Maximizing Training Effectiveness

49:32 Investing in Yourself for Long-Term Health

53:40 Introduction to the Podcast and Its Purpose

55:10 Promoting Brands and Personal Recommendations

Connect with Ashley on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_fillmore1/

Website: https://metabolicfix.purfitstudio.com/

Podcast: https://metabolicfix.purfitstudio.com/podcasts/cheers-to-your-success

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From Burnout to Balance: A Personal Journey Oct 31, 2024

In this solo episode, Kylie Larson reflects on her personal and professional journey over the past year and a half, sharing the challenges she faced in her business, mental health struggles, and the importance of self-care. She discusses the impact of rebranding, financial strain, and the journey of overcoming burnout. Through therapy and support, Kylie emphasizes the need for self-reflection and the importance of recognizing when to let go of obligations that no longer serve us. Ultimately, she highlights the cyclical nature of life and business, encouraging listeners to prioritize their well-being and seek help when needed.

Takeaways

You can't speak to it from your wound, only from your scar.
Business growth can lead to unexpected challenges.
Rebranding can shift your audience and impact your business.
Financial strain can affect mental health significantly.
Burnout is a real issue that needs to be addressed.
Therapy and support are crucial during tough times.
Self-care is essential for maintaining balance.
Recognizing when to let go is part of growth.
It's important to reassess what adds value to your life.
Life and business are cyclical, with ups and downs.

I'll Have What She's Having with Dr. Jordin Wiggins Oct 08, 2024

In this enlightening conversation, Kylie Larson and Dr. Jordan Wiggins explore the concept of the 'Pleasure Revolution,' emphasizing the importance of self-care, boundaries, and the need to address feminine burnout. They discuss the universal pleasure problem that affects women's health, fitness, and relationships, advocating for a shift from traditional masculine approaches to a more feminine, pleasure-focused mindset. The conversation delves into the nuances of perimenopause, the significance of pleasure practices, and the journey towards self-discovery and fulfillment, ultimately encouraging women to embrace their desires and prioritize their well-being.

Takeaways

Self-care is essential for optimal performance in all areas of life.

The pleasure problem is prevalent in business, relationships, and health.

Women often need to do less and focus on quality over quantity in fitness.

Feminine burnout manifests as emotional and physical symptoms that affect daily life.

Pleasure practices can significantly improve overall well-being and relationships.

Strength training is beneficial for women, especially during perimenopause.

It's important to trust the process and let go of rigid expectations.

Pleasure should be prioritized in nutrition and fitness routines.

Women often feel they are not enough, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction.

Embracing pleasure can lead to a more fulfilling and joyful life.

Find Dr. Jordin on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/drjordinwiggins/

Listen to her podcast:

https://www.thepleasurecollective.com/podcast

Perimenopause is a BRAIN Issue, Not Just a Hormone Issue Sep 15, 2024

Perimenopause: A Brain, Hormone and Full Body Experience

Ali is back this week to breakdown where perimenopause starts, in brain, and how is trickles down to our hormones and our bodies and it's basically a feedback loop.

This leads to a discussion of our nervous system and how being dysregulated is making our perimenopause experience even worse than it needs to be.

We cover actual ways you can start to feel better that will have a positive impact on your own perimenopause journey.

Books recommended include:

Deep Work by Cal Newport

Essentialism by Greg McKeown

Metabolism Repair For Women by Laura Briden

Connect with Ali at:

https://www.alidamron.com/

https://www.instagram.com/alidamron

Is Your Partner a Partner or Saboteur Sep 01, 2024

JK McLeod is joining me this week on Far From Perfect. JK is the host of the podcast, Help Me Understand, as well as a coach primarily focusing on training and mindset as well as co-founder of Feed Your Habits. In this episode JK and I are discussing what to do when the people around you seem to always sabotage your goals, knowingly or unknowingly and how to listen when a friend or loved one is expressing frustration on their end. Honestly, we cover a lot of ground! We are both also coaching and teaching in person again so we talk about the experience of connecting with clients and students in real life, not just virtually. JK's perspective and inquisitive mind always gets me thinking and I know he'll get your wheels turning as well. Find JK in Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjkmcleod/ And check out his t-shirt line, Feed Your Habits here: https://feedyourhabits.com/collections/all

Supplements Won't Fix Your Burnout or Perimenopause Aug 22, 2024

After a summer hiatus, I am more than happy to be back with my podcast bestie Ali Damron.

This was inspired by some BS we both keep seeing on Instagram. Most of the women we speak to are at the ends of their rope, navigating careers, parenthood, aging parents and perimenopause. Basically running around with their pants on fire.

Everyone is searching for the solution, missing what the real issue is: IT'S TIME TO CHANGE.

It's time to get brutally honest about what deserves your time and attention and also how you view the world.

If only were as easy as taking a supplement. This is going to require some really hard choices.

Connect with Ali on Instagram at @alidamron.

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Adjusting the Dial - The Key to Consistency Jun 23, 2024

The thing with pushing "pause" on your healthy habits is, you only get good at stopping. You can't just pick up your healthy habits when life slows down, because life doesn't slow down.

This episode teaches you how to scale your efforts so you can continue with momentum rather than starting from scratch every three months.

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The Truth About Social Media with Ali Damron May 23, 2024

Today on Far From Perfect, I’ve got my friend Ali Damron back on the pod and we are talking about the truth of social media and how it affects us. Listen we are just as guilty as you with social media and our phones , granted it’s the business we are both in, but still we find ourselves scrolling at ungodly hours too. Just know this isn’t a right/wrong thing. We just want you to be fully aware of the information that is out there and how it’s making you feel. We talk about famous people, influencers, coaches, no one is safe. We did this because we do want you to be more aware. We talk about dopamine and even challenge you to try and not look at your phone at a stoplight!! Can you do it??? This is a necessary topic and should be listened to by all.

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Cut the Crap with Beth Feraco May 20, 2024

Today on the podcast I’m finally talking with Beth Feraco, who is an online nutrition and strength coach. We are talking about cutting the crap, how fear sells & boring, basic evidence based information doesn’t always get the hits and the followers.

Beth shares what tools her most successful clients implement and reminds us how important it is to use data to track, and if you’re not weighing daily or monthly, don’t bother weighing at all. Use your picture and your measurements to track your progress.

We discuss women and age and how in order to get results you’ve got to get in the gym, as a runner she has never seen a change in her body except when strength training. I also ask her what she is loving in our industry right now and what she wishes would go away hint, fear mongering. You’re going to love her as much as I do.

If you want to work with Beth and her team You can find Beth on Instagram & TikTok @bethferacofitness

She also has a podcast called Cut The Crap, wherever you listen to your podcasts.

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The Intelligence Behind Your Emotions with Lotty Roberts May 12, 2024

This week on Far From Perfect, I’ve got Lotty Robert’s back with us. She is a Mindfulness Teacher and Emotional Intelligence Specialist. We are talking all about emotions and feelings. Did You guys ever watch Inside Out?? This podcast is a lot like the movie. Lotty talks us through using Your emotions' intelligence(yes you read that correctly) to work through what comes up. She tells us about tools you can use to increase your emotion vocabulary, such as a mood meter or a feelings wheel. Emotions are like tunnels, you have to go through it to get to the other side. We also talk about overly identify with our emotions & thinking Of your feelings(emotions) as the Weather!!! And using RAIN(recognizing, allowing, identifying, and nurturing) to work through it. It’s an amazing Listen! You can find Lotty on Instagram @lotty.roberts and from there you can see all the ways to work with her. Support the podcast with the following products and companies and programs: *NEW* ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Macro Meal Plan Membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: with MyFitnessPal bar codes, macro information, shopping lists, and more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠ Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%!

RISE to Your Deepest Desires with Katharine Sawyer Apr 28, 2024

Today on Far From Perfect, I've got Katharine Sawyer on the pod, Katharine is a business and mindset coach. We are discussing the importance of following one's dreams, embracing new experiences and the role of self reflection and goal setting in personal growth. We also talk about becoming aware of and changing our negative thought patterns. Katharine shares her journey from a health and fitness career to building her own online business. You guys are going to love this conversation as much as I did. Katharine currently offers both group and one-on-one coaching. You can find Katharine on Instagram @katharineasawyer. Can't wait for you to listen.

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What I Would Have Told Her With Author Venus King Apr 16, 2024

Today on Far From Perfect, I’m talking with Venus King, a name destined for greatness, am I right??? She is a teacher, a coach, an author & a connector. She is the founder of Mo-nection and her book is called, ‘What I Would Have Told Her’. We are talking today about speaking your truth. How powerful it is and how many people are in fact listening, watching & the impact you could have by just taking that next step of action. We get into ownership, perfectionism and addiction. We talk about how Moving (to the next step or thing) is scary! What’s different is it’s YOU, that makes it(the thing) unique. To dive deeper into these topics give it a listen. You can find Venus on Instagram @thevenus.king Or her website www.vkcoachingandspeaking.com Support the podcast with the following products and companies and programs: *NEW* ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Macro Meal Plan Membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: with MyFitnessPal bar codes, macro information, shopping lists, and more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠ Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠

The 4 Pillars of Goal Achievement with Coach Mike Millner Mar 21, 2024

Today on Far From Perfect, I have for the second time Coach Mike Millner on what it takes to change. He owns Pop Nutrition and has a podcast called Mind Over Macros. We are going to dive into his 4 Pillars of Goal Achievement, which are

1. Physical

2. Willpower

3. iOS

4. Future Self

I recently heard Mike speak at a coaching event and this was by far my favorite one. I also believe that when someone has actually gone through all the things(chronic diet, body dysmorphia, orthorexia) you know they've done the work. We talk about both of our journeys and we go into detail about the 4 Pillars above. When it comes down to it, the nutrition and the working out are the easy part, its the mindset shift. When the conditions stay the same, but your behavior changes then there is progress! Celebrating when bad shit DOESN'T happen.

I think you guys are going to love this as much as I did. You can find Mike by listening to his podcast - Mind Over Macros(whatever platform you listen to your podcasts) and he's on instagram @coach_mike_millner

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The Benefits of Living in Maintenance Mar 15, 2024

Kylie continues her discussion on why maintenance is so important and the benefits of living in maintenance.

She also talks about the "cost of getting lean."

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Why 1500 Calories Is Better Than 1200, But Still Not Enough Feb 29, 2024

I cracked the code! I realized why so many women are eating 1500 calories and I'm spilling the beans.Yes, 1500 is better than 1200, but it's still not enough friends.

In this episode I cover:

What maintenance is and why it is so important to spend time eating at your maintenance level calories

Why you might *think* you're only eating 1200 or 1500 calories, but you're not.

What you need to do to actually maintain in maintenance.

Why I am prioritizing teaching about maintenance over perimenopause.

If you want more information on my upcoming program, The Maintenance Mentorship, visit https://www.theelementalcoaching.com/maintenance-mentorship

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The Divisive Nature of Nutrition, Fitness and Health with Joe Eiben Feb 22, 2024

Today on the podcast I'm talking with my friend Joe Eiben, this is his fourth time on the podcast. We are talking about polarity in fitness and nutrition. I just love Joe and his perspective on all things. Joe is a Psychotherapist, Professional Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, Writer and yogi.

We dive into how our cultural is living with anxiety and overwhelm as a base and we can't exhale. We are at war from an internal and external standpoint and it's due to a lack of meaningful connection with others. We can't eliminate it, we have to figure out how to work around it. We have to have a lot of patience and grace with ourselves.

We talk about steps to help ourselves and the first is acceptance of yourself, second is to act like the person you want to be, and most importantly try not to over complicate things. This is an amazing conversation, Joe is so insightful and knowledgeable and I think you're going to love it and relate to it. When we know better, we can do better and embrace what we can control and have a say in.

If you want to work with Joe, the best place to do so is his website and you can find that HERE. (joeeiben.com)

Joe is also on Instagram @joesdailycup

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Getting Autoimmune Strong with Andrea Wool Feb 15, 2024

This week on Far From Perfect, I'm talking to Andrea Wool, she created 'Autoimmune Strong'. She is hear to rewrite the script on how to navigate life with autoimmune issues. She created this program from going through autoimmune conditions herself, it took almost 2 years for her to get a diagnosis. She quit her corporate job to fully focus on herself and to help others. We discuss various autoimmune conditions and what you can do to help, stress being a huge part of this. She talks about 'flare ups' and what that means and what it can look like, acute or chronic. Her main goal is to help you thread the needle. Everyone's body is different!

80% of people with autoimmune are women and there are lots of theories as to why and she talks us through a few of those.

In terms of nutrition, Food is not the enemy its our ally! We need to create and support a good foundation to work up and new flash its not about eating less!

To work with Andrea, you can check out her instagram @getautoimmunestrong, she gives a lot of 'free' information here, not only posts, but reading comments by others.

You can also check out her website its linked ⁠HERE⁠

She offers one week free!

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Do I Have Gut Issues with Lisa Deluca Feb 08, 2024

Today on Far From Perfect we are talking to nutrition coach Lisa Deluca, who also happens to be a coach within Elemental Coaching, on what's the deal with gut health? How does it effect us as a whole. You don't know how good you can feel, until you do!! Lisa goes over the two ways to help/"fix' you gut; restoration or an elimination diet. Restoration is going to do an overall haul of your gut and require a stool sample. An elimination diet is a great place to start just to see how you feels. She tells us about Good bacteria(which should occupy about 80%) and Bad bacteria(which should occupy 20%). How most people have this reversed, so you can understand where the problem lies, when your rations are out of whack. She give us a few suggested supplements, with the advice of 'you get what you pay for'. Keeping in mind that a probiotic doesn't need to be refrigerated, but should be spore based. Gut health and nutrition can go hand in hand, and while correcting your nutrition can move mountains, sometimes there are underlying issues that need to be addressed. You can reach out and work with LIsa through her Instagram @lisamdeluca or @theelementalcoaching Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: ⁠⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠ Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LMNT⁠⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

Fasting, Perimenopause and PCOS with Dr. Lisa Maddalena Feb 03, 2024

Today on Far From Perfect I'm talking to Dr. Lisa Maddalena, who is a NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner. She is helping women navigate PERIMENOPAUSE and menopause with ease and such a valuable resource you guys. Today we are going to discuss Intermittent Fasting and how she sees it(it's just another diet). Metabolic syndrome, a resistance combination or illnesses. PCOS, and the different forms of it and what you can do(prioritize protein ladies) HRT, and the difference between it and pellets. Last, but not least Dr. Lisa's course of action with her clients. We align on a lot of these topics and what it comes down to is that we want you to be physically active as you age! You can find Dr. Lisa on Instagram @drlisamaddalenand Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: ⁠⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠ Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LMNT⁠⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

Hysterectomy Recovery & Women's Health with Dr. Jocelyn Wallace Feb 02, 2024

Jocelyn is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, pelvic floor specialist and Level 2 Crossfit Trainer. She specializes in helping women get back to fitness after a hysterectomy, myomectomy or endometriosis excision without pain, prolapse or peeing themselves. Jocelyn was inspired to do this work through her own experience with uterine fibroids. Having 3 open abdominal surgeries between 26 and 32 years old, she saw the lack of resources for women healing from these major operations. Women deserve better support.

Today we are discussing all the things you guys! We start off talking about hysterectomies, endometriosis, adenomyosis, what these are, and that having these surgeries doesn't mean you life is over, you can find a path back to life, lifting and all the things, and that's where Jocelyn comes in.

We also discuss prolapse, what It is, when it begins and what we can do about it. How and where hormone therapy fits in. To be clear hormone therapy can't work if you're not supporting yourself with adequate nutrition. Strength Training is the magic pill!!!

You can work with Dr. Jocelyn through her 90 day revival program for people who've had the above surgeries, you can also give her a follow on instagram @drjocelynwallace.

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Should You Start a Fat Loss Phase? Jan 23, 2024

January is a popular time for people to start diets. But is now actually the best time for YOU to pursue your fat loss goals? Before starting a fat loss phase, you need to make sure you're meeting certain criteria, otherwise your fat loss attempt will not be fruitful. Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: ⁠⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠ ⁠Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LMNT⁠⁠⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long. Nuuly - Get $20 off your first rental with this link. Also...if you REALLY want to support the pod, you can sign up to be a subscriber !

Overachievers Anonymous with Chris Castillo Jan 17, 2024

Today on Far From Perfect I've got Chris Castillo on the pod and we are going to talk about being an overachiever and burnout. Chris is 'your career minded bestie', she helps high achievers change their mindset, quit their bad behaviors, and find peace. We talk about the clients she works with (28-32 and 40's) and more female then male. The signs to look for. We talk about goal setting(hint hint neither of us are fans). The internal work that has to be done in order to be 'in recovery' and what exactly that looks like.

This is a topic that has come up a lot in the last year with so many people and I wanted to find the right person to talk about this with all of you and Chris is it. Give it a listen!!

You can find Chris on Instagram @empoweredachievers and unfiltered Chris on TikTok @empoweredachievers .

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The Books of 2023 Dec 31, 2023

This year was one for the books, literally!

Looking back, I can't believe I read (listened to) 18 books! Here's a brief overview of what they were and a very brief discussion of what they were about and who should read them.

Atomic Habits by James Clear

The Road Back To You by Morgan Cron

Finding Me by Viola Davis - you think you have it hard

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

Discipline is Destiny by Ryan Holiday

Switch by Dan and Chip Heath

Happy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris

Built to Move by Kelly and Juliet Starrett

Conversations with God by Neale Donald Walsch

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

The Eating Instinct by Virginia Sole-Smith

Mother Hunger by Kelly McDonald

Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia

Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke

We’re all running from pain.

Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield

10x is Easier than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

The Woman in Me by Britney Spears

Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg

2023 Lessons and Recap Dec 21, 2023

This week I'm sharing my reflection and big lessons from 2023.

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Happy holidays everyone!

HRT, Burnout & Functional Medicine with Tara Woodland, FNP Dec 12, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect, I'm talking with Tara Woodland, a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Amazing right? Not only that, but she's also a wife, a mother, a Beautycounter Consultant, she home-schools her kids and manages to take care of herself. We are breaking down the difference between conventional medicine and labs vs. functional medicine and labs. I ask Tara specific things she tests for and about HRT. We also dive into burnout, over training and what/how that shows in your body. If you're like me you're not only going to learn from Tara, but you're going to feel 'at home' with her. You're not going to want to miss this one.

You can find Tara on Instagram @tarawoodland_fnp

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The Reasons You Don't Look Like You Workout...OUCH! Dec 01, 2023

Are you tired of logging hours in the gym, tracking your macros and still not seeing the fruits of your labor? This is the episode for you! . Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: ⁠⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠ . Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! . Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠⁠ . ⁠⁠LMNT⁠⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

Enjoy Thanksgiving With Confidence Nov 22, 2023

A few tips to help you enjoy the holiday without feeling like a slug next week, but with a different perspective from what I would have told you seven years ago.

Far From Perfect Summit Recap Nov 07, 2023

A recap of the first annual Far From Perfect Summit and why I had to do this event.

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The Truth About Changing Your Body In Your 40s and Beyond Oct 05, 2023

You guys today I'm going to be talking about changing your body in your 40's and here's what it really takes.

Understanding how much you're eating, strength training, daily movement, lowering your alcohol consumption and you know what I'm going to say Protein!!!!

Warning...CARDIO DOESN'T BUILD MUSCLE

I want to empower you with knowledge and for you to Own your part of the equation, because you have more power then you realize.

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What It Really Takes to Change with Karin Nordin, PhD Sep 29, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect I am talking with Karin Nordin, who is a Behavior Change Expert. She has her PhD and is CEO of Body Brain Alliance. If you're like me you might recognize her from her work at Precision Nutrition. Karin's work focuses on two things, Helping people approach self help without self hate and helping people close the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. This is done by science! She talks to us about how your brain has no distinction between a small task and a HUGE one. We talk about how self help is divided into two polar categories; action focused and how to tap into your inner goddess. She talks to us about how to connect these two sides. We discuss Interbody brain alliance, time management(and what that really means). We also talk about Cognitive Flexibility and her Tips to boost productivity. We even dabble in ADHD. And wait for it...Committing to doing less!!! This is such an amazing conversation that you won't want to miss. Karin offers: Change Academy(which is a DIY), Alliance Coaching (1:1), Meaningful Mornings, and Compassionate Calendar. You can find Karin on instagram @karinnordinphd and her company @bodybrainalliance. This is the book she recommended: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown.

More about Karin:

Karin is a loving dog mom, funfetti flavor super-fan, and self-help book encyclopedia… and she also happens to be a PhD expert in health behavior change and published mindset theory researcher. After graduating with her doctorate, Karin had a striking realization: The typical self-help and productivity approaches of the personal development industry were shockingly inconsistent with the actual research on change. That inconsistency became the fuel for her business Body Brain Alliance, where she’s on a mission to teach compassion-first change techniques that help dedicated self-improvers become their 2.0 selves.

As part of that mission, Body Brain Alliance provides programs for change enthusiasts, as well as high level education on curriculum design and coaching practices for impact-first entrepreneurs. To make it simple: We teach people to change, and we teach coaches how to teach people to change.

Mastering Maintenance Sep 15, 2023

In all my years of coaching, I've discovered one thing. Those that are most successful are the ones who master maintenance. If you struggle with maintenance, this episode is for you. I cover what exactly "maintenance" is, why you need to spend the majority of your time here and how you actually be successful in maintenance. I also talk about mistakes people make in maintenance so you know what to look out for. I'd love to hear what additional questions you have on the topic.

The Power to Feel and Look Your Best In Perimenopause with Katy Whalen, Founder of Joi Women's Wellness Sep 08, 2023

Katy Whalen is the founder of Joi Women's Wellness and like many of us in our 40's she started feeling less than her best. Her journey to feel better and looking better inspired her to start Joi and help as many women as possible feel better than they ever imagined possible. In this episode I ask Katy why she started Joi, how Joi helps women thrive in perimenopause and what most women come to her struggling with. We also discuss the safety of HRT, the difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones as well as when you should start HRT and how long you should keep up with it. This episode is extremely informative and I want to help you have all the resources you need in order to help you feel and look your best in every stage of life. There is no one size fits all approach to perimenopause and I hope you find what works best for you! Check out Joi Women's Wellness at https://choosejoi.co/ And on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/joiwomenswellness/

Your Top 3 Priorities in Perimenopause Aug 29, 2023

The answers might surprised you. This was inspired by a question I received on Instagram from a woman who wanted to know if she should choose sleep or workout at 5am even though she is exhausted. Without hesitation, I told her, sleep. I followed with the other two things she needs to prioritize in perimenopause. I hope you find this episode helpful!

Navigating Summer Successfully Jun 28, 2023

The summer is here in full force and I'm sharing tips on how to stick with your habits while enjoying summer as best you can. There are lots of obstacles (travel, schedule changes, lack of structure, social events), but you can still stay focused on what makes you feel your best. Listen in for my top tips!

Is Competing Worth It with Coach Paul Campbell Jun 08, 2023

Paul Campbell graduated with his Master’s Degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point in 2012. Paul has co-authored studies outlining the effectiveness of chronic disease prevention through lifestyle modification and believes that evidence-based interventions are the key to sustainable behavior change. Paul has been a competitive, drug free bodybuilder for the past 15 years, earning his professional status in 2018. Paul is also an avid hunter, mountain biker, alpine skier and backpacker who understands the importance of resistance training and proper nutrition. Using evidence-based methods, he has worked with competitive bodybuilders, a wide range of strength and endurance athletes, as well as people looking to maintain fat loss and improve their quality of life. . In this episode of Far From Perfect I wanted Paul to give us insight into what it really takes to step on stage as a body building competitor. Whether that's as a female doing bikini or figure to a man doing classic physique and men's physique. We as lay people see these bodies on social media all the time and many think those bodies are #goals. Paul explains what it actually takes and if the sport is a good fit for you. There are definitely some trade-offs. . In addition to our bodybuilding chat, we talk a lot about purpose and values and living in alignment with who you truly want to be. Paul also had a few questions for me regarding the biggest obstacles in working with women and what it's like having such a large influence in my household. . Make sure you follow Paul on Instagram and check out his gym in Montana! . Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.paulie_inc/ The Bar (Paul's gym): https://www.thebar406.com/team Work with Paul: https://biolayne.com/coaching/coach/paul-campbell/ . Support the podcast: Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠ Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ LMNT⁠⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all summer long.

The REAL Reason We Reverse Diet with Coach David Mathas Jun 02, 2023

Coach David Mathis is making a repeat appearance on Far From Perfect because I wanted to ask him about some people in our industry saying that reverse diets aren't necessary. . We discuss what a reverse diet, or "health restoration phase" as David likes to call it, is and some unexpected benefits. And because David is such a great coach we dive into what nutrition coaching actually as and why it's more than just macro adjustments and getting clients to weight a certain number. . My favorite takeaway is the message that if we don't get the inside right, the outside will never fall into place. . Connect with David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachdavidmathas/ Buy his book: https://www.amazon.com/Shell-Myself-Fighting-Invisible-Enemy/dp/B08JF5HXSS Read more about his coaching: https://biolayne.com/coaching/coach/david-mathas/ Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: ⁠⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠⁠Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LMNT⁠⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all summer long.

Prioritizing Yourself as a Mother and Body Dysmorphia with Alejandra Morse May 24, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect I'm chatting with Alejandra, a friend and she is the director of programming for Elemental Coaching. We are talking about Body Dysmorphia and prioritizing yourself as a mother. First off you guys, this is just a conversation between two friends. Alejandra tells us about her background and how she got to where she is today in her life and work, which also happens to be fitness and nutrition coaching. She is mother to two young girls and she talks about navigating life with them and also finding the time to take care of herself and do the things that she needs to be and feel good. We chat a little bit about the book 'Conversations with God' which isn't a religious book per say and something I'm reading right now. Alejandra and her husband James used it in writing their vows and she says that the book presented in a way that allowed her to be more spiritual. We talk about a fear based approach as it relates to working out, eating, and how you may see yourself and rather then using that...pick an approach from a place of LOVE! We discuss how important it is to rest and what that means and how we understand how difficult it can be, but we also know how important it truly is! We get into ways to debunk body dysmorphia, such as removing exposure to things that might 'trigger' you, such as social media and giving yourself some self-care which can look different for everyone. Please join us in this conversation and give it a listen. Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: ⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠ ⁠LMNT⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

The Skinny on Powerlifting with Leanne Lang May 16, 2023

Elemental Coach Leanne Lang is back to talk to us about the sport of powerlifting and her experience with it. Two weeks ago, Leanne competed her her third powerlifting meet, her best showing yet and I was there to witness the strength and perseverance that the sport fosters. In this episode Leanne covers: What exactly is powerlifting and the culture and community Why Leanne loves the sport. How her injuries impacted her personal and mental state. Managing gaining weight while healing and returning to sport. The importance of pairing training and nutrition goals. Mistakes she made. How to manage priorities and competing interests. Mental and physical challenges. The drama of day of weigh in. What happened day of and how she performed in this most recent meet. Whether you have plans to compete in a sport or just need to learn how to manage all of your priorities and recovery, this episode will give you some insight on how to manage it all.

All About Fat Loss May 02, 2023

Looking to start a fat loss phase soon or currently in one? This is the episode for you! I explain how to know if you're in a good spot to purse fat loss and how to make fat loss as easy as possible. I also share some hard truths about fat loss that you will want to keep in mind.

Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with:

⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine.

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Making Physique Changes in Midlife with Tina Haupert, Founder of Carrots n Cake Apr 11, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect I'm talking with Tina Haupert, from Carrots n Cake. Tina is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Nutrition Coach and founder of Carrots 'N' Cake. Her program is a customized program, she uses the data from the testing so that she can look at the big picture on what's going on with your body. Tina talks to us about shifts that happen as we get older and enter perimenopause and menopause, but there is no reason to be miserable, Tina wants to help women feel their best. She knows this from experience and she shares her own journey with us today. We align on a lot of things and I really think you're going to enjoy this as much as I did.

You can find Tina on instagram @carrotsncake and her website carrotsncake.com. You can also check out her book The Everything Macro Diet Book CookbookTina Haupert is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), Certified Nutrition Coach, and founder of Carrots ‘N’ Cake. Tina has spent more than a decade in the online health industry and coached hundreds of women to improve their relationship with food by utilizing a macro-based approach while simultaneously achieving their body composition goals. Life is all about having your carrots and cake, too! Through her own personal struggles with ulcerative colitis, post-birth control syndrome (aka wacky imbalanced hormones), and navigating doctors and the broken health system, Tina is committed to helping women take massive action toward becoming their happiest and healthiest selves yet. Instead of ‘bandaids’ and doctors who don’t listen, she uses functional testing to address underlying metabolic chaos and root causes with nutrition and lifestyle recommendations via the DRESS for Success protocol. Tina lives on the South Shore of Massachusetts with her husband, son, and senior pug. She loves spending time with her boys on family walks, hiking, traveling, and trying new restaurants. Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: ⁠Outwork Nutrition Supplements⁠: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. ⁠Glow Pro Self Tanner⁠: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save 5%! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. ⁠www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson⁠ ⁠LMNT⁠: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

How to Regulate Your Nervous System & Cultivate Your Inner Badass with Erica Bonham Mar 29, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect we are chatting with Erica Bonham who is a therapist and coach. She's been doing this for 14 years and she focuses on EMDR therapy and trauma recovery. Today we are talking about regulating your nervous system and how if we can master this, then we are 'good'! She talks to us about the Big T and the little t, in retrospect of trauma. Lack of atunement is key in terms of regulating the nervous system and understanding and holding the space for it is how we learn to regulate the nervous system. We also discuss using visualization and somatic visualization practice in order to regulate. It's how you want to feel in your body and bringing that feeling through your body from the bottom up! We also talk about Ketamine Therapy, what it is, how it's used and who it benefits. She tells us about her latest offering 'Cultivating Your Inner Badass' and how you can gain access to it. She tells us the difference between therapy, focusing on the past and coaching, which is in the present moment and future oriented goals. This is a must listen. Erica Bonham is a certified EMDR clinician, consultant and trainer and is a coach and Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado. She aspires to be a catalyst for change, justice, growth, evolution and all around badassery. She specializes in serving the LGBTQ community, abuse recovery, and trauma related to social oppression and spiritual abuse. She gets lit up as her clients move through and release old patterns that no longer serve them and start embracing their unique special sauce that they bring to the world. She incorporates her training as a yoga instructor and mindfulness practitioner to deepen clients' healing of their bodies and specializes in somatic and attachment EMDR and ego state work. She is a published author, speaker and the creator of the course “Healthy Hope: EMDR Best Practices for Healing Spiritual Trauma” and the co-creator of “Healing Racial Trauma with Somatic Therapy” with Dr. Chinwe Williams. She seeks to get into good trouble to dismantle systems of oppression and white supremacy and aspires to be part of the emergent, reimagining of a world rooted in the values of beauty, equity, nonviolence and empowerment of all beings. You can find Erica on instagram @avoscounseling and find her latest offering at www.cultivatingyourinnerbadass.com

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Checking In On The Men In Our Lives with Dr. John Delony Mar 21, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect, I'm talking with Dr. John Delony who is a mental health, Wellness and Relationship expert. He got his start working at various universities and what he describes as 'sitting with folks while the wheels fall off'. We are talking about the mental health of our society and men and how they are experiencing depression and anxiety they are just showing/expressing it differently then women do. I love everything he had to say, obviously that's why I had him on the podcast. We talk about how we need to start acknowledging and stating our feelings. Own them and do the next good thing. We discuss dealings with our partners...feeling like a burden, money, and sex!!! We've created a world in which we cannot thrive. You guys this is a must listen. John has a book coming out in late summer, early fall as well! You can find John on instagram @johndelony And learn more at https://www.ramseysolutions.com/john-delony About John: Dr. John Delony is a bestselling author, mental health expert and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. He has two PhDs and over two decades of experience in counseling, crisis response and higher education. He is the mental health expert for Ramsey Solutions. John’s goal is to help you navigate tough decisions, improve your relationships, and believe you’re worthy of being well. Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: Outwork Nutrition Supplements: Use my code: KYLIE to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. Glow Pro Self Tanner: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save a little! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. www.beautycounter.com/kylielarson LMNT: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

Relationship School with Jayson Gaddis Mar 15, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect I have Jayson Gaddis with me who is a relationship expert, executive coach, author and founder of Relationship
School. We are talking about...you guessed it relationships! Jayson got his start in this field due to a relationship failure. He talks about two paths in a relationship, which are 'to inspire them' and 'to move on'. He doesn't recommend entering a relationship with the intent/want to change someone. We also discuss intimacy and ideas to recreating that if you're feeling it' been lost. The way to be the best possible partner is to grow and look in the mirror(& not in a negative way). Partnership is all about acceptance. To learn more please tune in to wherever you listen to your podcasts.

You can find Jayson on instagram @jaysongaddis and visit his website www.relationshipschool.com

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Your Path to Purpose with Jade Teta Mar 09, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect I've got Dr. Jade Teta on the podcast and we are talking about purpose. We dive into this and talk about the four jobs he believes we as humans have, Financial job, attaining and maintaining health, personal relationship, and lastly matter and how to make a difference. He tells us how purpose and meaning are the energizer bunny of everything else and he tells us why that is. A big takeaway is that pain is the most powerful thing we have to contribute as humans. We are all unique and have our own pain and suffering. He also tells us about the "capital P' and 'little p' and what that means. He tells us about WET(written exposure therapy) and what it means and how its used. This is an eye opening conversation that is bound to make you think.

You can find Jade on instagram @jadeteta

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Intuitive Macros with Ashley Pardo, Nutritional Therapy Practicioner Mar 01, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect, I’m talking with Ashley Pardo, who is a an intuitive macro coach and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. I’m so excited for you guys to listen to this, because Ashley and I are in alignment with so many things, we both want to help as many women move through this as possible. Today we are talking about how Ashley got to where she is today, doing what she’s doing. She believes that your path to eating has to be customized to each individual person. We discuss mindset and behavior patterns because that’s where the permanent change lives!!! The best part is that Ashley and myself have been where so many of you might be, or also have been. We’ve done the leg work too. We also talk about binge eating and how no matter what your body will always win! These are just a few of the golden nuggets we talk about and I’m going to stop here, so I don’t give it all away. If you’re like me this is going to give you all the feels and be life changing. You can find Ashley on instagram @ashleykpardo Here's the link to the book she references, Janine Roth: Women Food and God: An Unexpected Path to Everything. Support the podcast with the following resources: Outwork Nutrition Supplements: Use my code: KYLIELAR to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. Glow Pro Self Tanner: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save a little! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. LMNT: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

The Evolution of Lift to Get Lean & Birth of Elemental Coaching Feb 21, 2023

This week on Far From Perfect, I'm sitting down with David Pennington of Outward Copy. Dave and I have been working together on copywriting and branding since 2020. As you have recently seen on social media, what was once Lift to Get Lean is now Elemental Coaching. Dave and I discuss how he came up with that idea and how he can help you dive deeper into your brand as well. In this episode, we discuss how LTGL came to be and why it needed to change, how Dave crafts the words he uses to talk to YOUR customers. You can now find Dave reluctantly on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/outwordcopy/ and his view his offerings that you can access right now here: https://outword.podia.com. Support the podcast with the following products and companies I am aligned with: Outwork Nutrition Supplements: Use my code: KYLIELAR to save 10% on your first purchase. I use the pre workout and Recovery drink. The recovery drink is my daily dose of creatine. Glow Pro Self Tanner: Legit my saving grace in the winter. Easy to apply, never orangey or stinking. Use code LARSON to save a little! Beautycounter: From skin care to make up, we've got you covered with safer products that actually perform. LMNT: Stay hydrated friends! It's not just about water, it's about electrolytes. LMNT will keep you hydrated all winter long.

The Real Challenges Of Working With Perimenopausal Women with Lisa DeLuca Feb 15, 2023

We're back together! Coach Lisa and Kylie are talking about the challenges of working with perimenopausal women. Lisa starts by sharing her personal perimenopause journey and what life is like on the other side. We talk about the mindset shifts that can happen in perimenopause to help you feel more empowered.

The biggest struggles we have found over the last few years are getting women to eat enough, do less and be more compassionate towards themselves. Once we dial these things in, we can help women create not only significant changes to their physique, but also start to feel really good in their skin.

We also address the concept of metabolic adaptation and why chronically under eating is making you gain weight.

Make sure you follow Lisa on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lisamdeluca/ and also our team page https://www.instagram.com/lifttogetleancoaching/.

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Nutrition & Fitness, But Make It Funny with Comedian Emma Willmann Feb 07, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect, I’m taking a different route and chatting with comedian Emma Willmann, who truth be told, I’m mildly obsessed with. I think she‘s hysterical! She talks about how she has had to tap into health because it’s pretty crucial to her being a comedian. We talk getting the steps in, and fueling your body properly and even better she puts the hysterical twist to it. we talk about work and highs and lows of it. What drives you to do all the things. AND habits!! As I’ve gotten more into fitness I’ve gotten more into tv, see we are the same! If you’re wanting a good laugh this is the podcast for you! You can find Emma on Instagram @emmawillmann or Facebook at Emma Willmann

Focus on the Big Rocks, Not Shiny Objects Feb 01, 2023

The noise out on the internet and among your friends is real and loud. It's easy to get sidetracked or second guess what you are doing when other people are promising quick results and miracle cures. In this episode I tell you what you actually need to be doing in order to get to where you want to go.

I also spend some time talking about realistic goals and managing all of this through perimenopause.

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Adrenal Fatigue with Ali Damron Jan 24, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect, I'm talking with my podcast bestie Ali Damron about Adrenal Fatigue. This isn't a widely accepted 'term' if you will, especially in western medicine, however there is so much science behind this and its real and it can be changed! We dive into the what it is, how it presents itself and steps you can take to make it better. To give you a teaser....adrenal fatigue is when your brain is scanning your environment for threats and dangers and a 'fire alarm' is going off and your body is deciding if you can cope or if you need help. I know as women so many of you/us are dealing with this. Please give this a listen and see if we can help.

You can find Ali on instagram @alidamron

Website: alidamron.com

Youtube: Ali Damron - Women's Hormone Expert

Podcast is The Ali Damron Show

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44 Lessons for 44 Years Jan 19, 2023

A special birthday episode by your's truly. A few recurring themes from my life. Thank you for being here and letting me share my thoughts with you.

You don’t have to grow up.
Sometimes the people who love you the most don’t support your dreams because they just want you to be safe.
Changing your mind isn’t quitting.
It starts with one.
Hard work done consistently will get you farther than you ever imagined.
Success is simply a matter of just staying in the game.
Growing stronger feels better than suffering to be smaller.
Nobody is special. Even the most successful people are just normal people.
You can do things your way. Not the way they are “supposed” to be done.
Everything is worse is your head.
Start before you’re ready.
No one has it easy, no matter what you think.
All of us just want to be seen and loved unconditionally.
The slow way is the fast way.
Done is better than perfect.
You’re the only one who can create the life you want.
Energy is everything. Protect and recharge yours at all costs.
You don’t have to be miserable to want something more or different.
No one knows what they are doing…trust me.
There’s a big difference between alone and lonely.
You can make yourself believe anything, choose wisely.
There’s no timeline for your life.
You can decide who you want to be.
Good things take time.
Under-promise, over deliver.
You have to do something to get something. You can’t just want it.
Life really starts at 40.
Nostalgia is a lie.
It might be someone else’s fault, but it’s your responsibility fix it.
If you don’t do anything about “it”, your forfeit the right to complain about it.
There’s no such thing as the perfect plan. Be flexible.
Treading water is hard, but better than drowning.
Maintenance is progress.
There’s nothing wrong with me…or you.
You don’t have to make your bed.
The worst case scenario hardly ever happens.
You’ll never regret working on yourself.
Bad times don’t last forever, neither do the good times.
The right way isn’t usually the easy or quick way.
No one is thinking about you as much as you are worried about them thinking about you.
You can fake perfection, but you can’t fake real.
Most people are addicted to a life they don’t even like.
Start by getting clear on what you DON’T want.
After every level, is another level. So chill and enjoy where you are.

See Ya Later, Ovulator with Esther Blum Jan 17, 2023

Today on Far From Perfect I've got Esther Blum on who is an Integrative Registered Dietitian and Menopause Expert. I'm so excited to not only have this conversation with Esther, but also to share it with all of you. Esther has written 5 books, but her most recent one is called See ya Later, Ovulator. We are talking all things menopause. This includes lifestyle factors, Hormone replacement, alcohol, mental health and sex! She tells us what tests she does and recommends for clients and what they tell us about our bodies. She uses the motto 'test don't guess' when it comes to all the things your feeling during this time. Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. If you are a woman this is a must listen and I'm sure you're going to find it as informational and fascinating as I did.

Find Esther on IG: https://www.instagram.com/gorgeousesther/

Buy her book: See Ya Later, Ovulator

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Slow & Steady Over Hot & Heavy - How to Successfully Start the New Year Jan 11, 2023

Welcome to the FOURTH season of Far From Perfect!!

In this episode I'm giving you tips for how to successfully start the year so that you don't crash and burn by February.

I talk about starting small, building confidence and celebrating small wins.

In addition to that I discuss how long change actually takes and give you a few ideas of how to grease the wheels of your environment.

Coach Leanne Lang and I did a similar IG Live session that I mention in the podcast. You can watch/listen to it here: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm7AIgUL-tv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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My 2022 Recap: A Year of Reclamation Dec 28, 2022

Welcome to the 34th and FINAL episode of Far From Perfect!

In this episode I'm sharing my 10 lessons from the year. This is an accompaniment to the blog that I wrote on the same topic. Read it here.

Resources mentioned:

Brendon Burchard

High Performance Habits

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Why Can't I Stick to My Habits When I Travel? Dec 20, 2022

This episode is inspired by a real life conversation I had with a good friend the other day. If you struggle with following your nutrition and Fitness habits while away from home, here a few reasons why and what you can do about it.

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How to Stop Obsessing Over Your Body with Joy Parrish and Claire Koch Dec 13, 2022

Today on Far From Perfect I have Joy and Claire on from This is Joy and Claire podcast. We are going to talk about how to stop obsessing over your body and how they decided to stop obsessing over their bodies. Joy is a licensed mental health therapist and Claire is a working mom of 2. They have been podcasting together for almost 10 years. We talk about how they started and where they are now. They started with a podcast centered around cross fit and have evolved to reach a broader amount of people and because they don't do cross fit. We talk about the comparison monster and the why, why are we doing this and what's it tied to. You guys trust me when I say this is such a good listen and you're going to love them as much as I do.

You can find Joy and Claire on instagram @joyandclaire_

References talked about:

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

Raffela Mancuso: https://www.instagram.com/raffela_mancuso/

What To Eat Pre and Post Workout Dec 09, 2022

Every time I make a reel on Instagram about why I would never train fasted, I get all kinds of questions about what to eat prior to training. In this episode I explain why you need to eat before you train and what you can eat depending on how much time you have between that meal and your training session. I also give you some easy examples of what to eat before and after your training sessions to make sure you are getting the most out of your training. If you want more information on this subject, this is something we talk extensively about in the Lift to Get Lean and LTGL-REVIVE programs. I know it's a foreign concepts for a lot of people, especially if you train first thing in the morning. But I promise, you'll love how you feel once you start training in a fed state.

How To Get Through the Holidays Without Losing Your Shit Nov 18, 2022

Let's be honest, when you're an adult, the holidays aren't the same. When we were little our biggest worry was if Santa was going to bring us our most coveted gift, now we're worried about doing all the things for all the people, wrapping up year end projects, buying gifts, traveling and getting out of our routines and trying to keep our health somewhat in check.

In this episode, I'm offering some tips to help you not only make it through the holidays, but actually feel goo doing it. I cover:

1. Focusing on the big picture

2. Prioritizing your time and your desires

3. Maintaining

4. Setting upper and lower limits for yourself

5. How to navigate fat loss

6. Prioritizing your favorite foods

7. Choosing how you want to feel after it's all over

8. Trusting yourself

Generational Differences with Nutrition, Training and Mindset with Avery Weiler, Founder of Freely Fit Coaching Oct 25, 2022

Today on Far From Perfect, I'm talking with Avery Weiler, who started Freely Fit Coaching. Avery started her fitness journey at a young age, according to her it was 'late in life'. Trust me this girl in on fire and learning all the good stuff early. We discuss how Avery got her start, her clientele and what it was like growing up with a mom who was a yoga instructor immersed in health and wellness in Boulder, CO. We also talk about the two biggest things she sees with her clients under eating and over training! Avery talks to us not just about training, but about how food plays an important role and cardio does not!!! You guys this is a must listen! You can find Avery on instagram @averyweiler and @freelyfitcoaching.

The Menopause Nutritionist, Dr. Jen Salib Huber Oct 12, 2022

Today on Far From Perfect I'm talking with The Menopause Nutritionist, Dr. Jen Salib Huber. We are talking all things Pre/Post Menopause in reference to eating. She works with women recovering from a life of diet, so many of us are working hard to change our default programming in regard to diets. She breaks down what a diet cycle is and how it relates to women during this time. We talk about the actual definition of pre/post menopause. We also break down keto and fasting and what it's actually doing to our bodies and here's a secret it's nothing good! She tells us what she thinks is one of the most important lessons for women in this next part of life. Believe me when I say you're going to want to tune in so you can not only be more educated but also a safe space to know that what you're currently going through is normal and you're not alone. Dr. Jenn Salib Huber is a Canadian Registered Dietitian, Naturopathic Doctor and Intuitive Eating Coach and she's on a mission to help women thrive in midlife. She helps women navigate the physical and emotional changes that happen in perimenopause and menopause, including their search for food freedom and body confidence. Working from a health at every size approach, she teaches women to become intuitive eaters and build body confidence at any stage of midlife. In addition to her 1:1 and group programs, she's the host of 'The Midlife Feast' podcast and community that helps women "undiet" their lives after 40 so they can nourish a relationship with food that helps them discover the magic of midlife!

The Power of Mindfulness & Self-Compassion with Lotty Roberts Oct 07, 2022

Today on Far From Perfect I'm chatting with my friend Lotty Roberts on why self-compassion and mindfulness is so important. Lotty is a mother, a wife, and was a professional athlete who resides in New Zealand and left the corporate world to start her own business. She teaches mindfulness in the work place to companies and leaders and how to flourish from the inside out. We talk about the definition of compassion, self compassion and mindfulness. She dives in to her what lead her to this career path and the changes along the way. She tells us about the 3 step model of mindfulness and the 'sneaky' enemies of self compassion. This podcast is truly enlightening and its going to really open your eyes to self compassion and now important it really is. Find Lotty online at https://mindu.co.nz/about/ or on Instagram at Lotty.Roberts.

Transitioning Off Birth Control with Ali Damron Sep 21, 2022

Today on Far from Perfect I'm chatting with my good friend Ali Damron, once again and we are talking about transitioning off hormonal birth control. You guys this is a short and sweet one jam packed with great information. We talk about what exactly birth control is and what it's doing in the body. We talk about what happens when you transition off of birth control and what things can be done to help with that process. The best part is we talk about how resilient our bodies really are and how to not dis-empower yourself! I even ask the question 'what would you do if you're daughter asked to be on birth control'. Want the answer?? You're going to need to give it a listen. This information is going to leave you empowered. As always you can find Ali on instagram @alidamron or Facebook at Ali Damron LAc. or alidamron.com

The Me I Don't Know Anymore - My Disordered Eating Story Sep 16, 2022

While I prefer to keep the podcast educational and inspirational, this episode is me sharing my personal experience with you. My personal experience with disordered eating and a dysfunctional relationship with exercise. While I don't recognize that person any more and I have evolved into someone new, that experience shaped me and is why I am so passionate about what I do today.

Thanks in advance for letting me share my experience with you.

The Link Between Sleep, Alcohol and Weight Loss with Dr. Jennifer Horton Sep 12, 2022

Today on Far From Perfect, I’m talking to Dr. Jen Horton, who started her career in family medicine and eventually shifted her focus to functional medicine. Dr, Jen also speaks regularly to our LTGL VIP group & I’ve been dying to get her on the podcast. Today we are talking about Pillars of health, sleep being a huge one and what we can do to better it. We also chat about alcohol and it’s effects on our sleep and gut. Then we talk all about gut health and how important it is to our whole body. I really think after listening to this podcast you’re going to want more information and to book an apt with Dr. Jen. You can do that through her website @ www.drjenniferhorton.com About Dr. Jen: After practicing for 16 years in the traditional model of health care, I felt my days were spent putting out fires and giving out band-aids. So much of what I saw every day in my patients is actually preventable, or at least modifiable by diving deep into meaningful lifestyle modification. Telling a woman to, “manage your stress…lose weight and eat healthy…” without the HOW and WHY seemed incomplete. So in 2016, I began to explore holistic approaches through functional/integrative medicine. This is an individualized, patient-centered, science-based approach that empowers patients and practitioners to work together to address the underlying causes of disease and promote optimal wellness.

Far From Perfect with Holly Baxter Norton Aug 02, 2022

Today I'm talking with Holly Baxter Norton, who is a Nutritionist, Dietitian and Coach, as well as co-owner of Biolayne. We are talking about releasing perfection and what that looks like for Holly. I know so many women who struggle with this. If you know and follow Holly, she really gives us insight into her life growing up and the path she chose in life to letting go of perfectionism that was holding her back from her own happiness. Holly took the time to work on her mindset and found what is right to her in order to find peace. She talks to us about her healing process of understanding and learning what it looks like to forgive and glorify what the right thing to do is. Holly is a mother, a business woman and just like so many of us. I know you're going to enjoy this podcast and walk away feeling as empowered as I did. You can find Holly on instagram @hollytbaxter Try Outwork supplements here! You can save 10% on your first order. Check out the Biolayne Workout Builder. Sign up for the next round of Lift to Get Lean or LTGL REVIVE!

Emerging From A Personal Hell. Truth Wins, Love Matters with Alex Kuisis Jul 25, 2022

Alex Kuisis was wrongfully accused of sexually mishandling a child in her care. This sounds like an episode of Law & Order SVU, but it was a real life event for Alex. For almost three years, she was in a battle to prove her innocence. I know Alex in real life and knowing that something like this happened to her, opened my eyes to the fact that something like this could happen to anyone. In her memoir, Truth Wins, Love Matters: a memoir of choosing faith over fear in the face of false accusations, she explains in detail what happened to her and how. Today on the podcast we get into what she was thinking and feeling and how something like this could happen, even to the LEAST suspecting person on the earth. She shines a light on some issues with our judicial system and gives us an idea of what something like this costs a person. This sounds unbelievable, but Alex lived through it. This best-selling book is a must read. Grab it on Amazon or from your local bookstore. Connect with Alex on Instagram at : https://www.instagram.com/soulfitnesscoaching/

Lies We Tell Ourselves - Fat Loss and Nutrition Edition Jul 01, 2022

Look, we all do it! Even me! The LTGL coaches and I had a fun time putting this list together. Check it out for a little "real talk" regarding what we tell ourselves when we feel like we're not reaching our goals. . As humans we are so smart, we can rationalize anything! Unfortunately, that rationalization might be the very thing holding you back. . Join the waitlist for August Lift to Get Lean. Join the waitlist for August REVIVE!

Tough Love for Fat Loss with Aram Grigorian Jun 22, 2022

Today on Far From Perfect I’m talking with Aram Grigorian, who is a fellow nutrition coach, and he gives it to you straight. We discuss compassion and accountability and how failure is most likely noncompliance. We also talk about adaptation, metabolic flexibility, and body dysmorphia. One of the biggest takeaways is that it all takes time, your body and your psychology and it’s never too late!! This really is a great listen! You can find Aram on Instagram @4weekstothebeach

Ask the Expert with Dr. Joey Munoz Jun 16, 2022

Today's guest on Far From Perfect is Dr. Joey Munoz who is an expert in nutrition and exercise science. Currently, he is a physique coach with Team Biolayne and is as scientific advisor for my favorite supplement, Outwork Nutrition. Since Joey is an expert in both training and nutrition I did not hold back. We covered the different training goals (strength, hypertrophy, power, endurance), how you know if your training plan is effective, should we be taking creatine, can protein damage your kidneys and ho to mentally manage changes in your physique. Joey has a gift of breaking down complex topics into easily understandable concepts. I know you'll learn something in this episode.

Find Joey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.joeymunoz/

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Far From Perfect with Kylie Larson Jun 07, 2022

Welcome to the first episode of my newly branded, Far From Perfect Podcast! Today I'm sharing why I'm making this change. Stay tuned for more amazing guests next week! . Also, the summer rounds of Lift to Get Lean and REVIVE are in full swing, but you can join the waitlist for the August rounds now at my website: www.lifttogetleanwithkylie.com.

What's the Deal with the Oura Ring? Jun 01, 2022

I get asked once a week if my Oura ring is worth it, so in this episode, I break it down for you. I compare it to the Apple Watch and fill you in on all the data it gives you. I also make recommendations for who is NOT a good candidate to get the ring.

Healthy Leadership with Kareen Turner, MPH, RD May 10, 2022

Today on Here's The Deal I'm talking with Kareen Turner, who is a leadership and operations expert, Registered Dietitian and has her MPH. She helps leaders build influence in order to eliminate overwhelm. We are talking about the power of healthy leadership and with that we also have to talk about the toxic traits. We also discuss clarity, because 'common sense isn't common practice' and compassion of compatibility. As a leader you have to show up everyday and bring your 'A game', whether you're feeling it or not. As females we don't have to put on masculine energy, we can show up by having a conversation that is kind! Clearly we go into detail with all of these topics and you're going to have to give a listen to find out.

You can find Kareen on instagram @kareenvturner

Her podcast is called Leadership Untitled and you can find wherever you listen to your podcasts.

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Overcoming the Overwhelm with Nutrition with Ali Damron May 03, 2022

Today on Here's The Deal I'm chatting with my good friend, Ali Damron and we are talking about Health. If you don't already know Ali is an acupuncturist that works with women and teens with their hormones. Health can be simple and we don't have to do all of these crazy things. Are you ready for this....the basics aren't mareketable, there isn't money to be made when you're shifting your focus on; eating nutrient dense foods, moving your body, sleep and managing stress. The health and wellness industry can and is sending mixed messages and sadly in this day and age you've got to be a savvy consumer. You've got to sift through the health food products that aren't serving you. We also talk bout intermittent fasting and how Ali says its expensive for your body to go through this. She also talks to us about supplements and how a lot of things can come from actual food sources. This is such a great conversation and I know you're going to leave it feeling empowered.

Connect with Ali: www.alidamron.com

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One Woman's Tale of Burnout with Katy Widrick Apr 26, 2022

Today on Here's The Deal, I'm talking with Katy Widrick, who is an entrepreneur and founder of Make Media Over, and we are talking about burnout. We discuss what lead her to her burnout and what she's doing a year after the fact. She had to ask herself How do I better manage being #2 and not #1 and setting herself up for different expectations. We discuss what signs she had pre or during her burnout, the biggest one being that she woke up angry and losing her temper. She tells us what led her to realize it was happening and what changes she made. One of the big take aways for her was being able to set and honor boundaries you have in place. So many of us are going through this and maybe by listening to this, you'll be able to help yourself, if you have this feeling that has taken over your persona.

You can find Katy on instagram @kwidrick

The Science of Success with Candy Valentino, Serial Entrepreneur Apr 19, 2022

Today on Here's the Deal, I'm talking with Candy Valentino, who is a Founder and Serial Entrepreneur. She started her own business at the age of 19! We are talking how she got to where she is today, business, and what fuels her. She gives some great advice on how to intentionally build a business and not just build yourself a job. She likes to say that She never did anything extraordinary, she did the ordinary and drowned out all the noise around her. We talk about delayed gratification in terms of business and health. She says that success is a science just like in anything, you need to apply the information. This is an empowering podcast that you're not going to want to miss.

You can find Candy on Instagram @candyvalentino

TikTok @candyvalentino

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Physical vs. Emotional Hunger with Stephanie Mara Apr 14, 2022

Today on Here's the Deal, I'm talking with Stephanie Mara about Emotional vs. Physical hunger. I actually had this conversation with Stephanie and our VIP group, but asked her if I could go ahead and publish as a podcast because i believe its an empowering one. Stephanie is a Somatic Nutritional Therapist and we discuss how to 'normalize' emotional eating episodes because it's our bodies way of communicating to you that something is going on. Food is one of the things that regulates your nervous system. Stephanie talks about other tools you can use to regulate your nervous system. Keeping in mind that every eating experience is related to an emotional experience and by labeling it as good or bad, is the issue. This is a great episode and I know will resonate with so many of you. If you are interested in working with Stephanie or knowing more, you can find her here... Instagram @_stephaniemara

Stop the Nutrition Fear Mongering with Dr. Adrian Chavez Apr 06, 2022

I'm talking with Adrian Chavez, who is a nutritionist and a father. He wants to break through the noise of nutrition and how it's more simple then what marketers want you to believe. We talk about artificial sweeteners and how they are just getting a bad rap, which boils down to the Appeal to Nature Fallacy, which just says that natural is better, when really it's not. We talk about what really matters when it comes to nutrition and it's how much we eat and the quality and we talk about this in more detail. We discuss the difference between health and body composition and how focusing on habits will allow your body to regulate.

The best way to find Adrian is through instagram which is, @dr.adrian.chavez and from there you can also find his podcast and how to work with him.

Creating A Sustainable Movement Practice with Katy Lush Mar 29, 2022

Today on Here's the Deal I'm chatting with my college friend Katy Lush, who is a Movement Teacher. She specializes in adapting Pilates to real life movement, with Pilates and Gyrotonic Method. We talk about teaching and its sustainability in today's world. Katy owned her own studio in Chicago for 18 years and then sold it and moved to Kansas City and now teaches in person and online. She explains the difference between Movement, which is what you need to get your life accomplished, and Exercise, which always has a goal or purpose behind it. We talk about your feet and how they don't get nearly the love they should. You can find Katy on instagram @thekatylush and or her website www.thekatylush.com

What Is Metabolic Resistance with Vince Pitstick, Functional Nutritionist Mar 22, 2022

On Here's the Deal I'm talking with Vince Pitstick, who is a Functional Nutritionist, and we are talking about metabolism. He provides so much amazing information in such a short time. We talk functional medicine and how the scope is too small. 5 out of 10 people have lifestyle related conditions, crazy right?! For those of you who may not know all disease is metabolic. He has a method to attack complex systems, and the body is a complex system and you can't approach it with a small scope and as humans we are inherently opposed to what healing requires of us. We talk about birth control and the effects it has o had on women and how we are seeing that now. This is such an eye opening discussion, you really don't want to miss it. You can find Vince on instagram @vince_pitstick, from there you can find all the other ways to reach him via linktree. His website is nutritiondynamic.com and for coaches its metabolicmentor.com

Intermittent Fasting Transformation with Cynthia Thurlow, NP Mar 04, 2022

Today on Here's the Deal, we are welcoming back Cynthia Thurlow, who's new book Intermittent Fasting Transformation comes out 3/15/22. We are discussing the book and what lead Cynthia to where she is at this point in her life. Cynthia and I talk about how she feels passion can drive purpose and her passion of food and serving women. She talks in detail about the things she wished she'd known when she was 40ish. As women its been ingrained in us that 'more is better', we need to lead with integrity! We also talk about how you just can't do all the things and eat all the things you did in your 20's now that you're in your 40's plus. This is a must listen!

You can find Cynthia on instagram @cynthia_thurlow_

On her podcast, Everyday Wellness Podcast, wherever you listen to podcasts.
ABOUT CYNTHIA THURLOW:

Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, CEO and founder of the Everyday Wellness Project, and international speaker, with over 9.6 million views for her second TEDx talk "Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique". With over 20 years experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and nutritional health, and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show.

Cynthia developed her Intermittent Fasting plan after entering her forties and experiencing a health breakdown. Intermittent fasting didn’t just help her lose weight; she had more energy, fewer cravings, and lower blood glucose levels. She has now worked with thousands of women in her private practice to make her unique program of intermittent fasting work for them, too. Her upcoming book, Intermittent Fasting Transformation, (March 15, 2022) offers a customizable nutrition guide to feeling your best at every stage of life through hormone balancing, lifting brain fog, weight loss, detoxification, and much more.

The Skinny On Reverse Dieting Feb 23, 2022

I get asked A LOT about reverse dieting. Reverse dieting was the best thing I ever did for my physique, along with strength training. In this podcast I cover: What a reverse diet is How you do it Why you do it How long you do it The benefits Reverse dieting is your exit strategy from yo-yo dieting and the solution to fat loss forever. We touch on reverse dieting in Lift to Get Lean and it is one of the primary focal points of our VIP community. Reverse dieting can be scary at first because you are eating more food, but I promise it will be totally worth it once you experience the freedom that comes with eating at your maintenance calories. I will do a follow up episode on what you can expect to happen in your reverse diet and why some people lose weight during their reverse diet.

Sustainable Training and Mindset with Coach JK McLeod Feb 15, 2022

Today on Here's The Deal, I'm talking to JK McLeod, who is a performance training coach, who builds training programs based on their lifestyle. This is referred to as neurotyping, which is the science of understanding ones personality and how the different neurotransmitters react to stress and then building your training program based on that. We discuss sustainability and how it pertains/fits into your life. We dive into doing the 'same things' and how that makes it trackable, which is a good thing. There are some great gems here that you're going to have to listen to get.

instagram @coachjk_themusclefeed

How to Train Your Body To Get The Results You Want with Jordan Lips Feb 08, 2022

Today on Here's The Deal I'm chatting with Jordan Lips, who is an online coach, personal trainer and nutrition coach and we are talking about training. We discuss the limiting factor, which is the the thing being trained, and spoiler alert you're not getting this in your group fitness class. We talk about progressive overload and the importance of it and flipping your prospective in regards to it. He mentions that he would love for people to have a goal that's "aimed at a lifestyle and a body that you enjoy."

We also have a in depth conversation on reverse dieting and the risks vs. the rewards that present themselves through that process. Make sure to tune it to get all the details.

You Can find Jordan on Instagram @jordanlipsfitness

He also has a podcast called: Where Optimal Meets Practical, you can find where you listen to all your podcasts.

Our Collective Mental Health with Joe Eiben Feb 01, 2022

Today on Here's The Deal I'm chatting with Joe Eiben, who is a Licensed Integrative Psychotherapist, Professional Coach, Public Speaker, Holistic Nutrionist and we are talking about Mental health. I think we can all agree it's been a challenging few years. We must keep in mind that the only thing we can control is how we react to it. He talks to us about how the nervous system has three settings, activation, rebound, and collapse. Often times we are moving from activation to collapse and not allowing our nervous system to rebound. You've got to find the balance. This is such a great episode and we dive way more into mental health and what that looks like right now. You can find Joe at... www.joeeiben.com Instagram @joesdailycup

Why Everyone Gained Weight in the Pandemic with Ali Damron Jan 25, 2022

I'm back with my podcast best, Ali Dameron and we're breaking down why so many people gained weight over the last two years. This conversation was inspired by an Instagram post made by Dr. John Ruskin, check in out here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CYr898ZraXm/

The graph that the shared shows the average weight gain in America since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. If you think you're alone in gaming weight, you're not. The graph shows that men averaged a 37 pound weight gain and women gained 22 pounds. As much as I don't want you to be a slaved to the scale, I'm pretty sure that this wasn't all muscle being built.

As Ali and I breakdown the changes that we all went under, it's really not surprising what happened. We discuss the following:

working from home
less daily movement
new habits picked up
working in the kitchen
gyms being closed
increased stress
coping mechanisms used

I promise this episode is not all doom and gloom. It's actually full of helpful, actionable items that you can take right away to start the trend move in the other direction. If you're feeling defeated after the last two years, have no fear. You can take back control of the situation.

If you want to connect with Ali, check out her website: https://www.alidamron.com

Her podcast: The Ali Damron Show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alidamron/

Your Relationship With Food and Yourself with Stephanie Mara Fox Jan 18, 2022

Today on Here’s the Deal, I‘m talking with Stephanie Mara Fox. She is a Somatic Nutritional Counselor, which is a body oriented, sensation approach to eating. You learn to listen and observe your body’s eating. A lot of times what your body is missing is safety, we aren’t feeling safe and regulated in our own bodies. We talk about trauma, healing, your internal dialogue, and how to shift your energy.

We talk about intuitive eating and why it may not be working for you, the internal dialogue that you have with yourself and how that dialogue started and how being preoccupied with your weight is protecting you and why it may feel safer than processing what else may need your attention.

Stephanie Mara Fox, MA, CMBEC, CHC, CYT, is a Somatic Nutritional Counselor and Mentor with a Master’s Degree in Somatic Psychotherapy. She is the creator of Somatic Eating™, a body-oriented, sensation focused therapeutic approach to eating. She’s supported women, coaches, and wellness professionals all over the world, helping them to heal from disordered eating patterns, emotional eating, chronic dieting, and digestive and body image concerns. She has been working for the past decade to guide women in feeling empowered in their relationship with their food, body, and business, to step into their innate confidence, and go after what they want in life. Stephanie is published in the International Body Psychotherapy Journal, featured in Somatic Psychotherapy Today, VoyageDenver, Elephant Journal, Authority Magazine, and Your Recovery Revealed Summit. She is a teacher at the Institute for the Psychology of Eating and has supervised thousands of Mind Body Eating Coaches.

You can learn more about Stephanie Mara Fox at https://www.stephaniemara.com/

You can take her What Is Your Relationship Status With Food? Quiz here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/foodrelationshipquiz

Book a free 20 minute Connect Call here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/lets-chat

Follow Stephanie Mara on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafox

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/

Satiated Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/satiated-podcast/id1494607245

What is Animal Flow with Creator, Mike Fitch Jan 13, 2022

Mike Fitch is the passionate creator of the movement modality called Animal Flow. In this episode I ask Mike about his background as a personal trainer and how he came to develop this phenomenal movement that is Animal Flow. We discuss how learning a new movement is a fantastic way to create change not only in our physical body, but also our mindset and how it will also improve your general wellness. Animal Flow is a Stand-alone modality or it can supplement what you are already doing to make you the best mover you can possibly do.

In addition to creating this amazing modality, he also created a documentary, We Invite You To Move, which you can view on the Animal Flow website. The purpose of the documentary is to inspire individuals to find the form of movement that they LOVE to do so that they start moving and keep moving. There are so many ways you can move your body, there's no sense in doing something that you do not enjoy. And then you can allow the benefits of movement to trickle into the other areas of your life.

I asked Mike the question, "do people confuse Animal Flow with yoga and Mike explains how the two have similar movements, it's about the intention behind the movement." While some of the movements and shapes may LOOK similar, they are completely different. It might look like yoga or capoeira or parkour or calisthenics, but is it's own style of movement.

You can try Animal Flow on your own (I highly recommend) at the website: www.animalflow.com

And also check also check out Mike and his amazing flows on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikefitch.af/

Learning How to Change with Kasey Orvidas, Ph. D Dec 28, 2021

Today on Here's the Deal I'm talking with Kasey Orvidas who is 1/2 Psychologist and 1/2 Fitness Coach. We are talking about mindset and how important it is. In your mindset work, you have setbacks, feedbacks, and success, Kasey breaks each one of these down for us. We also discuss stress and self control and how they aren't friends and how they operate at different levels within the brain. A big one we also discuss is your social circle and how it can affect growth. Be aware and accept that you can change your mindset! This is such a great one! Find Kasey on Instagram @coachkaseyjo and on her website www.kjocoaching.com

Cut the Crap with Kim Schaper Dec 15, 2021

Today on Here's The Deal, I'm talking to Kim Schaper, who is a Women's Wellness Expert. She's helps women heal their hormones and master their metabolism with fitness, exercise and testing. We are discussing how she got here, after experiencing her own issues with disordered eating. We discuss the kind of tests she thinks are important for women to determine what's going on with their bodies. We talk about adrenal fatigue which is actually low cortisol. That's all I'm going to give away for now, so you listen! Kim offers a couple of services, one called Cut the Crap. It's a monthly program that includes workouts every month, master class, nutritional tips, and a private fb group. She also does 1:1 coaching while working with her own team. You can find this and more information on her instagram @kim.schaper.

Embodiement and Aligned Action with Jaime Morocco Dec 08, 2021

Today I'm talking with Jaime Morocco who is a body transformation mentor, she helps her clients manifest their dream body using science, mindset and energetics. This is actually the second time I've had Jaime on the podcast, we are diving into how she helps her clients and some of the common themes she sees with her clients. She and I align in the fact that it's not just about losing weight, their is a mindset shift that you need to learn or you're going to keep repeating the same habits over and over. I think Jaime's perspective is so fascinating and I think you're going to see that also. You can find Jaime on her website www.jaimemorroco.com or instagram: @jaimemorocco

The Future of Fitness with Jonathan Goodman, The Father of Online Training Nov 30, 2021

Today on Here's the Deal, I'm talking with Jonathan Goodman, who owns the PTDC, Personal Trainer Development Center. He started the PTDC in 2011 and has written 11 books for personal trainers. We talk about the likes and dislikes of the current fitness industry and how the global pandemic has affected it. We align in so many ways and this is a must listen you guys. Not only is he down to earth, but he's relatable, did I mention he's written 11 books?? One of which is a textbook! You can find Jonathan on instagram @itscoachgoodman. He has lots of cool things coming up, including a free software tool for fitness and health professionals. He also offers a high end mentorship and a digital learning platform(skills that trainers should have learned from their certification).

The Metabolic Fix with Ashley Fillmore Nov 23, 2021

Today I'm talking with Ashley Fillmore, who is a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach and has her own business called Metabolic Fix. Ashley started her business after her own journey, when she noticed that her happiness was attached to how she looked on the outside. She would punish herself for eating a bowl of oatmeal. She knew what she had to do and still managed to get trapped in this cycle. She had to start with healing her metabolism, it had gotten so out of whack with all the diets and not eating. This is ultimately what lead her to start Metabolic Fix, healing your metabolism. We talk diet breaks, reverse dieting and how you can't live in a fat loss, I don't want to give it all away, so you're going to have to listen for the details.

You can find Ashley on Instagram @ashley_fillmore1 , she offers one on once coaching, group coaching and a workout program.

Perimenopause with the Leading Expert and Researcher Dr. Stacy Sims Oct 26, 2021

Stacy T. Sims, Ph.D., is an applied researcher, innovator, and entrepreneur in human performance, specifically sex differences in training, nutrition, and environmental conditions. She has a TedTalk titled, Women Are Not Small Men, is the co-author of Roar: How to Match Your Food and Fitness to Your Unique Female Physiology for Optimum Performance, Great Health, and a Strong, Lean Body for Life and is the leading researching in women's physiology and performance. I recently completed one of her amazing courses, Menopause for the Female Athlete and just started her other course, Women Are Not Small Men. To say this woman is an expert is an understatement. She's not only doing the research, but she is also getting the word out, and in my opinion changing the world and the way we view aging as females. In this episode we are specifically talking about perimenopause, what is happening in the perimenopausal body and what you can do from a training and nutrition standpoint to work with your body's changing physiology. We cover: Strength Training Protein High intensity training Gut health Stress management You WILL learn something in this episode and you will walk away feeling empowered to feel and look your best in the second half of your life. Make sure you pre-order her new book, Next Level Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond on Amazon. Follow Stacy on Instagram at @drstacysims and check out her courses at drstacysims.com.

Working With Your Perimenopausal Body Sep 29, 2021

Today on Here's the Deal, I'm talking with one of my coaches, Lisa DeLuca about tackling perimenopause. Here's the deal (pun intended) we have premenopause, perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, we are going to break down what each stage means and dive a little deeper into perimenopause. This is so important, because most women don't even know about it and it's their body. This is also why we decided to create a lift to get lean program designed especially for women who are currently in perimenopause. You're going to want to give this a listen. This program starts October 25.

Owning and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Leadership Coach, Jordan Pendleton Sep 20, 2021

Today on Here's the Deal, I'm chatting with Jordan Pendleton, leadership and mindset coach and we are discussing Limiting Beliefs. A little background on Jordan, she started as a Financial Planner and she felt she got sucked into chasing all the things, money, happiness, success and she didn't feel she was being her authentic self. She switched gears and became a leadership and mindset coach, but first doing her own work in order to get here. Limiting beliefs are the things that can get in your way like what's your story? What are you carrying? Can you unwind those limiting beliefs and rewire from the inside out. Sometimes we have to fall apart to come back together. We will discuss the core values of acceptance and authenticity and the idea of building off who you are and not who you aren't. This is another must listen. You can find Jordan on instagram @jordanypendleton

Why You're Really Not Losing Weight. Hint: It's Not Your Hormones. Sep 07, 2021

Today on the podcast I'm chatting with Ali Damron, who's an expert in woman's health. I've had Ali on the podcast before, Today we are talking about why you may not being seeing results. There are a few things you're either doing or not doing that are leading you to this point. We are talking about a few of those. Limiting beliefs, eating off your kids plates, consistency, and lifestyle factors. I think the biggest take away is that we've heard them all and we can relate. As women we really need to trust our intuition, because it's good! We've been gaslit to 'trust the process' even if and when that process isn't working for us and our body is screaming it. I think you'll find this conversation as very relatable and you're not going to want to miss it.

On Becoming Me - How I Got Here Aug 31, 2021

You asked, so I'm telling you. This is a solo-sode with just me telling you about my journey to where I am right now. From college graduation, to first job, to moving to Colorado and changing careers to going from a group exercise instructor to an entrepreneur with a thriving business.
I decided to make a separate episode on my history with food and exercise. This one is all about becoming the business woman that I am today.

If you have any follow up questions, reach out to me on Instagram @thekylielarson.

Coming Back From An Injury Aug 25, 2021

Today we are talking to my bestie and fellow coach Leanne Lang about coming back from an injury. Leanne has suffered not one, but two ACL surgeries on each knee. She didn't want to favor one, so she did it to both, just kidding. For those of you who may not know, ACL stands for the Anterior Cruciate Ligament, its literally part of a trio of ligaments holding your knee together. When there is a complete tear of the ACL, surgery is the best possible answer in order to regain full movement of the knee. Leanne tells us about each injury and her mindset as the accidents occurred and her mindset post surgery. She even shares her words of wisdom for those experiencing an injury and how it shockingly makes you a better 'all the things'. You're going to want to give this one a listen.

Breaking Down Nutrition Basics with Registered Dietician, Toni Marinucci Aug 17, 2021

Today I'm chatting with Toni Marinucci, who is a Registered Dietitian, Tedx Speaker, author and business owner. We are talking about the differences between a Dietitian and a nutrition coach, protein, emotional eating, intermittent fasting and her new book. Toni's business (Tips with Toni) focuses on helping people with emotional eating and disordered eating. Emotional eating, to put it simply, is to eat when you're not physically hungry! In order to get to the bottom of this you have to simplify and be consistent, stay observant and aware of how it makes you feel, easy right? She breaks down her steps to getting to getting a handle on it. I also wanted to get Toni's take on intermittent fasting, and she shares her insight. Her book, Once Upon a Diet, is an extension to her Ted talk, which discusses the parallel between dieting and dating. I don't want to give it all away, but you're going to want to listen. Here's where you can find Toni... insta: tips_with_toni tipswithtoni.com Podcast: @tipswithtoni podcast Book: Once Upon a Diet

Demystifying the Metabolism with Dr. Jade Teta Aug 11, 2021

Jade is a personal trainer mixed with science nerd, mixed with natural medicine geek, along with part philosopher and a little bit of hip hop. He is also an expert in female metabolism. For his full bio check out https://www.jadeteta.com/jade-teta-about. He's got quit the impressive background! I could have talked to Jade for HOURS. We start by diving into the four jobs that we have as humans: To earn a living To care for our bodies with health and fitness Personal relationships Personal development Then we dive right into the topic du jour: the metabolism! Jade explains what a healthy, optimized metabolism looks like. He reminds us that the metabolism is speaking to us all the time. We just have to interpret what it is saying. Lucky for us Jade explains how we can read the signals that our metabolism is sending. Jade came up with a great acronym: SHMEC Sleep Hunger Energy Cravings If SHMEC is in check, all systems are firing! And if they aren't he tells us what we can do. One of my favorite quotes from the podcast is, "We have to stop being dieters, and start becoming metabolic detectives." As you start to understand your metabolism, you can implement the four toggles that Jade explains to us: Eat less, exercise less Eat more, exercise more Eat less, exercise more Eat more, exercise less. Jade explains that the metabolism is not a calculator, it's more like a barometer. The job of your metabolism job is to manage stress. It's simply responding to the signals that you are sending. To drive home the point of using the different toggles, Jade reminds us that attaining weight loss and maintaining weight loss ARE TWO TOTALLY DIFFERENT THIGS. What you do to attain it, you have to do to maintain it. Next we start talking about my FAVORITE topic: personal development. "You have to change who you are emotionally and mentally before you can change who you are physically." You have to change on a deeper level for that change to stick around. You have to give up old patterns and thought processes. And finally we have a discussion on intuitive eating and I love Jade's perspective on it. I can't wait for you to hear it. Make sure you check out Jade's podcast, Instagram and website for all he has to offer. He's one of the good guys! https://www.jadeteta.com Instagram Next Level Human Podcast

Change Your Mind to Change Your Body with Natalie Newhart Aug 04, 2021

Talking with Natalie Newhart, owner of FitAddicted Nutrition and former professional CrossFit Athlete. I first heard Natalie on a Mike Milner podcast and she was talking about her disordered eating and I just felt this instant connection with her. A little bit about Natalie, is/was a professional athlete, she did cross training and then moved on to body building. She was training 5-6 hours a day and once she stopped competing that's when the binging began, she legit couldn't NOT do it. One day she was at a friends and couldn't fit her leg into her bathing suit, she had gained 20 pounds in two months. She went to get a glucometer and realized she was at diabetic levels and she was getting fat even though she was working at 5-6 hours a day. She went to see a doctor and they said stress and the female body, do things that restore your body. This led her to coaching, so now she coaches women how to train their minds and their bodies. You take your own behaviors everywhere you go, so you need to find awareness and create what it is you want.

Where you can find Natalie:

talk2nat.com
fitchickacademy.com

instagram.com/natalie.newhart

coming soon: fitchic.com (patreon.com)

Ancestral and Cultural Trauma Surrounding Diet and Body Image with Krista Day-Gloe, LCSW Jul 27, 2021

Today we are talking with Krista Day-Gloe, who is a licensed clinical social worker. She started working with children and realized the nutritional component, they would come in all over the place and it was because they weren't nourished and they were essentially hangry. That's when she realized that there is this mind body connection and she began researching how to become a dietitian. She ended up discovering a residential treatment center for eating disorders, where she worked with mostly woman. Eventually she turned to private practice and that's where she is now. Her husband became sick with chronic health issues and food intolerance and she began to devour mind/body and realizing how important it is. Can't treat as separate entities, but rather integrate it and think of it has a highway and rather then have each doctor, therapist, health coach stay in their own lane, they should all merge and work together. It's a process and you've got to take small steps. Ancestral/Cultural Trauma is when a group of people have a negative long lasting experience which undermines values and purpose of their world views and manifest into hopelessness and despair. To hear more on this topic and how we can communicate better with our children take a listen. You can find Krista at healingrootswellnesscenter.com

Coach David Mathas on Mental Health, Eating Disorders and Long-Term Success Jul 20, 2021

Today I'm talking with David Mathas, who is an online strength and Physique Coach. He has his Masters In Exercise Science. David talks to us about eating disorders and reverse diets! David, himself had an eating disorder and almost died in the ICU, while he was in the army. David is the first to tell you that most eating disorders aren't about food or exercise. They usually stem from something deeper rooted then just your body image and can be due to past issues that may have arose while you were a child. Eating disorders are classified under mental health and David is the first to admit that he needed help. Once David was able to nourish his body and mind he was able to accept and move forward, which changed his trajectory into coaching. David and I also talk reverse diets. He shares a great analogy about reverse diets with me, that I don't want to give away here. The take away is your body can't always be in a caloric deficit. The process is the point! You can find David: instagram: @mathasfitness YouTube: David Mathas Podcast: The David Mathas Podcast You can find his book on amazon A Shell of Myself: Fighting the Invisible Enemy

Blazing Your Own Trail with Sara Wiles, Entrepreneur & Online Business Mentor Jul 13, 2021

Today i'm talking with Sara Wiles, who is an Online Business Mentor for done for you service providers. Think training virtual assistants and business coach for people with online businesses. Sara started out in corporate america right out of college, traveling and working wild hours while climbing the corporate ladder for 8 years. Then she had a baby and it rocked her world, can anyone relate?? She quit, tried her hand at a few other business ventures and none seemed to be the perfect fit for her. She talks about not having to stay stuck in something that's making you miserable. We, as woman, really society in general, are living with this extreme all or nothing mentality. She talks about balance as a moving target, perfection isn't the goal, you can just make one little change towards finding 'your' balance.

You can find Sara...

On Instagram @Sara_wiles

or Sarawiles.com

Empowered Women Empower Women with Cathy Savage, Queen of Digital Fitness Jun 28, 2021

Cathy Savage is an internationally recognized Fitness and Brand Confidence Strategist who is located in Boston. She has been featured on MTV, ABC News and Fox News and she has been a contributor and board member of the prestigious advisory panel for Oxygen Magazine and Strong Magazine. Since the early 1990s, Cathy has been the digital fitness pioneer and the leader for successful coaching for women.

Her online wellness program is the first and most prominent all-inclusive global training program of its kind. Cathy has coached and mentored celebrities, athletes, television personalities for leadership, lifestyle changes and business strategies.

Her clients span the globe from the US, Canada, Australia, Asia, and Europe. As a Boston College graduate, Cathy has used her education and experience of building a wellness empire, to develop into a women’s empowerment service where she coaches women on life strategies, and how to be more confident and business savvy.

In addition to all fo that, Cathy is a woman in love with the fitness and wellness world and pioneered the way in the digital fitness/online coaching. She started in the competitive fitness world in the early 90's in Boston with the desire to connect woman all over the world. She would purposely arrive 5 min early to a training so that she could introduce the woman she was training to one another in hopes that they would support one another through the process.

Her goal in training in competitive fitness was to not just focus on winning the trophy at the end, but to do it in a healthy way, so they would be able to have children if that's what they wanted.

Family is huge for Cathy, she has two children. She says that they are the centerpiece, and everything she did revolved around them. To this day she will tell woman to pad their schedule, if they have children, so that you can deal with the unexpected.

Now Cathy has shifted her focus/business more towards marketing and branding. She wants to help woman who want to build a strong brand/presence online and teach and educate them the right away. With the pandemic this last year she feels an even stronger pull to help woman emerge through the crisis and teach them how to shift into a state of well being while chasing that business they are wanting to build.

Cathy hopes to help woman build their brand by being clear, confident and creating an energy that is the essence of who they really are. Every woman has it, but not everyone uses it.

How you can find Cathy

cathysavage.com

instagram:@cathysavageofficial.com

Mindset Over Macros & Metabolic Priming with Coach Mike Millner Jun 22, 2021

Coach Mike Millner joins us to talk about neurotyping and metabolic priming. Neurotyping is how your personality fits in, we are all different, therefore not one 'diet' or one set of macros works for everyone, its an individual approach. He talks about how you can mold your brain to create new patterns, we do have the ability to change and it starts with your mindset.

Mike's podcast is called Mind Over Macros, because your macros aren't the end all, be all. There isn't one set of macros for everyone, they are unique to an individual.

He also discusses his book, The Personality Diet. He was one of those people who would spend the week trying to make up for his weekend indulgences, until one day it hit him...'What if my weekend indulgences are a direct result of my weekday restrictions??" This is how Mike got out of all or nothing thinking, now he incorporates a drink or two during the week or more or none, he finds the balance.

Metabolic Priming. Why it's hard to get people to eat more but it's exactly what they need. What's the difference between "reverse dieting" and "metabolic priming". Think of metabolic priming as preparing your body for next years fat loss. He mentions that he didn't know how bad he felt, until he felt better! You don't want to spend your time in a fat loss phase, it can mess with your sex drive, mood, energy, hunger.

Mike discusses the different toggles for our metabolism so you can find the balance. Lifestyle lean is going to look different then photo shoot lean and no one quite understands what can go into 'photo shoot lean' he's moody, hungry all the time, his gf hates him, no sex drive.

Mike also talks homeostasis, this is when your body sees no immediate threat to its survival. Our bodies crave it, because your body wants to keep you alive and the biggest treat to your body's survival is stress!!! We need to learn how to send a safety signal to let our body know we are ok, rather then the stress signal.

Mike believes what we need more of in the state of nutrition coaching/weight loss industry is communication, awareness and education. Ask the open ended questions in hopes that your client or an individual might come to a realization of their journey on their own.

Connect with Mike here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_mike_millner/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PersonalityDiet
Website: https://www.peakoptimizationperformance.com
His boo: The Personality Diet

Why Stress Is Making You Fat with Ali Damron Jun 15, 2021

Here's the Deal BFF Ali Damron is back to talk to us about stress and what stress is ACTUALLY doing to your body, your hormones and why it's holding you back from your physique goals. All year there has been a theme...stress and mindset. I didn't plan it this way, but that's the way things are shaking out. What you need to remember most is: 1) it's not the stress that gets you, it's your perception of it and 2) you are resilient and you can handle any stress that is thrown your way so long as you have recovery practices in place. Ali breaks down for us the different types of stress: mental, emotional and physical and explains what exactly that stress does to our hormones and why that can lean to more anxiety and this is a never ending cycle of dis regulation. One of my favorite take-home messages from Ali was, "it my job to send messages of safety to my brain and body." Remember, your body only cares about keeping you alive and in homeostasis. So any hormonal or physical change you have is do to a message that your brain received. Your body is responding in the way you are telling it. Are you constantly sending your body messages of S.O.S? Of course this leads to the discussion of how can I test my hormones and it really a matter of two things: Which hormones should I be testing? What is the right test? When should I be testing? It's important to work with a provider that can help you navigate all of this. In addition to the testing, Ali describes the 5 Pillars that she uses to help clients feel and look their best: MINDSET Nutrition Sleep Exercise Supplement, vitamins and herbs This episode is FULL of actionable things you can start doing TODAY to feel your best and support your body. Do not miss this episode. Please connect with Ali on social: Instagram: @alidamron Facebook: ali.damron Website: www.alidamron.com

Reaching Weight Loss Goals with PCOS and Mindset Matters with Dr. Breanne Kallonen Jun 08, 2021

This episode started about PCOS, but really turned into something so much more. I love having Dr. Breanne Kallonen on the show because she is so intelligent that she can break down complicated topics and make them digestible and understandable. To begin, we dive into what is PCOS (polycyclic ovarian syndrome), what are the indicators that you might have PCOS and what course of action you can take to alleviate your symptoms. Oftentimes, doctors are only treating symptoms with birth control, but Breanne tells us what we can do with our diet, exercise, supplements and other lifestyle factors. If you know you have PCOS, you know how hard it can be to reach your weight loss goals. If you're not sure, or you have never heard of PCOS, but you have irregular periods, acne, hair loss and insulin resistance, this is something you want to look into.

As we dive into insulin resistance, we discuss gut health and how to optimize the gut microbiome. This is what leads us to discuss mindset and stress management and this is what EVERYONE needs to listen to this podcast. Again, you have to look at your PERCEPTION of your environment, your limiting beliefs and what is driving your food cravings.

"Your thoughts about your environment impact your gut health, but your gut bacteria also impact your thoughts." So are your thoughts your own, or is your gut making you think this way. Again, it all comes back to mindset, even when it comes to gut health, PCOS and weight loss.

For a link to Dr. Breanne's recent talk on PCOS and insulin resistance click here: https://youtu.be/wI8u0I8_BEk
Website: https://breannekallonen.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breannekallonen/

Breaking Free From High Functioning Anxiety/Depression with Health Coach, Katie Skouse Jun 01, 2021

Katie Skouse is a retired nurse turned health coach who guides women with high-functioning depression and/or anxiety to take back control of their life so they feel FREE and experience JOY on a daily basis. Katie describes to us what a high functioning person with anxiety and/or depression looks like and how she helps them. She also tells us about her experience with depression and how she found her way out and is now able to help others. Her 20 year nursing career led her down this path and we also talk about why she made the transition from traditional western medicine into taking a more holistic approach to how she wants to help people. If you are feeling stuck in your career, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode. Of course we have to talk nutrition and I was happy to hear that the first thing she addresses with clients is nutrition. If you want to feel good, you need to eat good. This doesn't mean that you never eat tacos or cookies again, but what you do MOST of the time matters most. If you struggle with anxiety or depression and it's affecting your behaviors you will feel hopeful after listening to this episode. Reach out to someone for help because it's too hard to navigate and break out of it on your own. To connect with Katie, check out her website and her social media: https://katieskouse.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieskouse/ She offers both 1:1 and group coaching and I cannot recommend her enough!

The State of Mental Health As We Emerge from the Pandemic with Joe Eiben May 25, 2021

Here's the Deal favorite, therapist Joe Eiben is back to talk to us about the state of our mental health as we emerge from the pandemic. But not just as it pertains to general mental health, also our body image, our routine with fitness and eating habits. Whether you are experiencing anxiety about getting back into the swing of things, or guilt because your life wasn't affected that much, you have been impacted by the events of the last 18 months. It's important to acknowledge that we collectively have gone through profound trauma. Joe and I discuss that current state of mental health affairs, how it has affected our interactions with other humans, why we may have gravitated towards old familiar patterns and what we can do to move forward. Please follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joesdailycup/ And his website: https://www.joeeiben.com

Why Gut Health Matters for All Your Goals with Julie Davey May 20, 2021

Julie is a Christian, wife, and mom of teenage twins. She is also a nurse practitioner and natural health educator with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. She received her undergraduate degree from the Medical College of Georgia and graduate degree from Emory University. She holds a faculty position at Emory University educating future nurse practitioners.

In 2013, Julie became interested in a more holistic approach to wellness. She began educating others on the power of food and natural medicine to heal the body. Today, Julie owns a virtual consulting business helping clients get to the root cause of their symptoms through innovative clinical testing. She is passionate about gut health and is the co-founder of Mastering GI MAPPING, a course teaching medical practitioners how to incorporate GI MAP testing into their practice. She takes a holistic approach to healing the issues uncovered through proper testing in order to restore energy, mental clarity, promote better sleep, skin, immunity, weight loss, and so much more! Julie is also the founder and co-owner of a Natural Shift, a lifestyle brand that helps women upgrade their habits. And, she is the co-host of the podcast “Take the Upgrade” which allows her to share this message with the masses. Julie loves empowering women with the necessary tools to live a healthy and vibrant life. She believes that with the right support and daily habits, you will experience real progress and lasting change!

In this episode we discuss why and how if your gut isn't healthy, you will have a very hard time reaching your goals, not matter what they are. From weight loss, to mental health, to general well-being, gut health is paramount. Julie explains to us the gut-brain connection, what leaky gut and SIBO are and what we should be looking out for.

We also remind you to "test don't guess" and always take ownership of your health.

You can find Julie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliedaveynp/

And on her website: https://www.juliedavey.com

Coming Home to Yourself with Julianne Vaccaro May 12, 2021

Julianne Vaccaro is a Somatic Sexologist, Spiritual Mentor & Women’s Holistic Health x Life Coach. She helps powerful, purpose-driven women self heal, awaken their feminine, and come home to their body to reclaim an abundant life of freedom & pleasure. In this episode she discusses how and why she transitioned from a traditional fitness and nutrition coach into taking more holistic approach with her clients to help them access deeper levels of transformation. As someone who struggles with embodiment, I asked Julianne to explain to us what exactly embodiment is and how we can move out of our heads and into our bodies. She guides us through a helpful exercise. I was also very excited to hear more about Somatic Sexology, what that entails and how it helps women take their power back. I asked Julianne how to balance doing versus being, how she personally balances out the masculine and feminine energies in her own life and how she knew she needed to stop competing and switch gears into coming into her body. I end the podcast asking Julianne more about her personal journey and how she protects her energy when she is constantly giving so much. Please check Julianne out on Instagram and her website. She has so many amazing programs. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juliannevaccaro/ Program offerings: https://www.juliannevaccaro.com

Getting Lean Post Menopause, Reverse Dieting and Owning your Health with Lisa Deluca Apr 20, 2021

Lisa Deluca is one of the fabulous Lift to Get Lean coaches and in this episode she is sharing her not-so-secret secrets to getting lean after menopause. Lisa also explains to us how she took ownership of her health when her doctor simply wanted to put her on birth control to manage the hormonal issues she was experiencing. Upon working with a naturopath and wholistic nutritionist, Lisa started hormone replacement therapy and eliminated several things from her diet. Within six months, Lisa was feeling better and dealing with SIGNIFICANTLY less inflammation. Since I can't go an episode without talking about therapy or reverse dieting, we sing the praises of the reverse diet process and share clients' and personal wins. We break down what it really takes to reach your goals in any stage of life and give you actionable items you can put into place today.

How to Lose 100 Pounds and Keep it Off with Rich Bracken Apr 13, 2021

Rich Bracken is a keynote speaker, podcaster, television personality and author. We connected years ago over social media and met in person the summer of 2017 when I was visiting Kansas City for the summer. We became fast friends and have stayed connected ever since supporting one another. While Rich looks like the vision of health today, that wasn't always the case. In this episode he describes what he did to lose 100 pounds over 20 years ago, and keep it off. For those of you familiar with my podcast, you may be surprised to hear that no macros were involved. And guess what!? They don't need to be. Simple lifestyle changes can help you reach your weight loss goals as long as you are consistent.

What's the Deal with Hashimoto's with Ali Damron Apr 06, 2021

When I started nutrition coaching 5 years ago, I had not clue what Hashimoto's was and I didn't work with any Hashimoto's clients. Fast forward to today and now in each round of Lift to Get Lean, I can always count on a handful of clients dealing with this autoimmune disease. From the Mayo Clinic: Hashimoto's is a condition in which your immune system attacks your thyroid, a small gland at the base of your neck below your Adam's apple. The thyroid gland is part of your endocrine system, which produces hormones that coordinate many of your body's functions. Symptoms include: Constipation Always cold Weight gain or stubborn weight loss Thinning hair Joint pain Fatigue Heavy or irregular periods In this episode, Ali explains not only what we should be looking for, but also how can heal from the disease, what our nutrition needs to look like and should one try to lose weight while dealing with Hashimoto's. The take home message is, gut health is extremely important and lifestyle factors play a huge role in how you look and feel. Find Ali online in the following places: Website: https://www.alidamron.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alidamron/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AliDamron.Wellness.Services

Mindset Matters Mar 22, 2021

Short episode talking about my most favorite subject: mindset. Listen and discover why your mindset is so important, then learn how to adjust as needed. Look for more episodes on mindset as this is my most favorite topic!

Fat Loss Simplified, Not Sugar-Coated with Aram Grigorian Feb 23, 2021

Aram Grigorian is a fellow nutrition coach who serves up the best no-nonsense advice. You will get that same advice in this episode where we cover what it really takes to achieve fat loss, where you can start if you feel you have a lot of work to do, and how you should periodize your nutrition. We also serve up some real-talk reminding you that if you are a grown adult, it is your responsibility to take care of yourself. Aesthetics aside, you should be doing a handful of basic things to make sure you are healthy. You will end this podcast with actionable items that you can put in place today to get started, or keep going on your journey. You can find Aram here: https://www.4weeks2thebeach.com Instagram

Pelvic Floor Health is More Than Kegels Feb 18, 2021

Amanda Fisher and Morgan Clark are pelvic floor physical therapists with Empower Your Pelvis, a pelvic floor physical therapy clinic in Kansas City, Missouri. They both enjoy educating people about pelvic health issues and helping them achieve their goals.

In this episode we start by asking, "Who needs pelvic floor PT?" Spoiler alert: most people.

If you experience pain with sex, peeing your pants or prolapse, you should definitely see a pelvic floor PT. We need to take the stigma out of talking about pelvic floor health, help clients know what is common, but not normal so they get back to life without pain.

We also talk about what to expect at pelvic floor PT. Sharing is caring and nothing is TMI.

As with any therapy, it takes time to make changes. You need to give it 8 - 12 weeks and consistently do your homework like internal stretching in your pelvic floor. News flash: there are trigger points in your vagina! My mind was blown!

Other questions I had for Amanda and Morgan:
Why is peeing your pants a thing? It's not just something that happens to women! It can be helped with finding pelvic floor muscle, changing how they breath, they can improve this condition.

What changes with perimenopause and menopause? Look at yourself down there. Be aware so you can pass that info on to your providers. As estrogen changes, so does the environment in your vagina.

What are the best things we can do to understand what's going on with our pelvic floor?

Finally, because I love talking to fellow entrepreneurs, Amanda shares how she juggles running a PT practice, being a mom to three young boys as well as take care of her own health and well-being.

Connect with Amanda and Morgan here:
Empower Your Pelvis

Instagram

Fit at Any Age with Susan Niebergall Feb 10, 2021

It's never too late! No matter what your age, this is a must listen because we're all getting older, but that doesn't mean we can't be fit and strong and reach our physique goals, even as we go through menopause. Susan Niebergall is a Personal Trainer and Strength Coach. She is 60 and living proof that anything is possible at any age. She has a passion for helping people, specifically helping people attain their fitness goals, and she loves empowering people in the gym and in their life–especially middle-aged women! In this episode we discuss Susan's fitness journey, which really got serious only 6 years ago. She tells us how she was "doing everything right", but thought menopause was holding her back from reaching her goals. As it turns out, that was NOT the issue, she just had to get brutally honest with herself and what she was doing. We also dive into her philosophy when it comes to nutrition. I love how she simplifies it in a way that is doable for everyone. My favorite part of the podcast is when Susan explains that people need to be more focused on the effort they are putting in, rather than the results they want. And also why the generation we work with (40 - 60 year old women) is the hardest group to coach. Other highlights include: How she uses the scale and how her relationship with the scale has changed How she came to be partners with Jordan Syatt Why rest days are so important, especially as we get older What exercises do we need to be doing as we get older (spoiler alert, nothing different) Why it's OK to have physique goals How training in the gym helped her feel better through menopause This episode is a reminder that you are in control of your life, if you simply take complete and extreme ownership. Connect with Susan here: Website: www.susanniebergallfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanniebergallfitness/ Her Book: Fit at Any Age: It's Never Too Late Her Podcast: http://susanniebergallfitness.com/podcast/

Body Comments, Diet Culture and Critical Thinking with Joy Parrish Feb 03, 2021

Joy Parrish of the popular podcast, This is Joy & Claire, formerly Girls Gone WOD, joined me in a conversation about diet culture, body image, and the work we need to do to rise above it all. Please note, there is no quick fix for any of this. It is a constant practice which we are both fully immersed in.

In true Here's the Deal Fashion, we start the episode discussing the importance of therapy. Joy is a therapist by trade and getting her perspective on therapy is enlightening.

We then move into body image, commenting on people's appearance and ask the question, "what is it we are really afraid of?" I think several people (myself included) will benefit from asking themselves that question. Not only what are we afraid of, but also, where are we getting or ideals from? Why are we so fearful of changing our ways? Key point: You will NOT automatically be happier in a smaller body.

Joy tells us about her recent diagnosis of Graves Disease and how it is affecting her life and how she felt guilty for taking her health for granted. And to be clear a thin body is not a healthy body. Health markers have very little to do with your physical appearance.

Finally, one of the best messages in this episode is the reminder to a critical thinker through all of this. Who are you getting your information from? Who are you following on social media? Are you coming from a place of desperation or contentment?

We all have work to do and I want to do it with you. I don't think we'll ever get totally out of it because we are humans in society today, but we can keep striving.
Resources:

This is Joy & Claire Podcast

10% Happier Podcast with Evelyn Tribole

Getting Curious About Hunger with Stephanie Mara Fox, Somatic Nutrition Counselor Jan 30, 2021

I'm pretty sure this is the first of several episodes with Stephanie. We dive deep into hunger, body image and our relationship with food. I can honestly say, anyone who eats food (so, everyone) needs to listen to this episode. Since 2009 Stephanie has supported individuals with weight and body image concerns, emotional eating, binge eating, digestive issues, relationship issues, and creating peace around old wounds. She has her Masters Degree in Body Psychotherapy from Naropa University, is also a certified Health Coach, Mind Body Eating Coach, and Yoga Instructor. We cover so many topics from our broken relationship with food, our judgmental view of our bodies, honoring where we are on this journey and why getting curious can be the path to feeling whole again. Please check out Stephanie and all she has to offer at https://www.stephaniemara.com and also tune into her podcast, Satiated on Spotify.

Leveling Up with Amanda Tress, CEO & Founder of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss Jan 25, 2021

This episode is so inspiring!! I had the privilege of sitting down with Amanda Tress, CEO and Founder of the FASter Way to Fat Loss. Since its creation in 2016, the FASTer Way has served nearly 200,000 clients and was recently named the #1 fastest-growing digital fitness plus nutrition company in the country by Inc. Magazine.

Amanda and I have a very candid conversation of what the past 5 years have looked like for her own personal growth and the growth of her company, The FASTer Way. One of my favorite Amanda-isms is "you can have control or growth."

We don't just talk about the growth, we also talk about the growing pains and Amanda is very open in sharing some of the hardest parts of the journey. In addition to running her company, she is also a wife and mom to 4 children. She talks about all the support she has so she can focus on doing what is most important to her both in business and in her personal life.

Finally, the main reason I wanted to invite Amanda on the show was so she could talk about her mission to be even more authentic on social media, not only showing the successes (but not holding back from sharing the success), but also the real and hard stuff. Apparently, it is paying off! Of course there's a ton more to listen to, so grab your ear buds and get some steps in. You'll walk away from this episode excited and inspired.

Training and Living with Intent with Bobby Impson Jan 19, 2021

What does it mean to "train with intent?" Bobby Impson owns and operates Intent Sports Performance. He works with individuals and teams for sport specific training. I met Bobby when he was a coach at a local gym where I was also teaching yoga. I witnessed Bobby's expertise first hand watching him train young athletes. In this episode we dive into what it mean to train with intent and why is it important. Bobby also shares with us how Intent Sports Performance came to be and what his path has looked like so far. From ending his professional athletic career as a ruby player, to finding himself OFF purpose and then what it took to come back to himself and his purpose. This episode is full of helpful nuggets like: Why is adaptation so important. Why who you surround yourself is paramount for success. What makes traditional bodybuilding different from sports performance training. How the nervous system impacts your performance and overall life. How your habits make up your life. The importance of sleep and recovery. One of my favorite quotes from the podcast: "It's not about how hard or how long you go in your training. It's how fast you can you recover?" Finally, Bobby shares some of his favorite books with us: Spark The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain by John J. Ratey Side Hustle by Chris Guillebeau Laws of Human Nature by Robert Green Live Wired by David Eagleman Breathe by James Nestor

Thriving Through Perimenopause and Menopause with Cynthia Thurlow Jan 08, 2021

Ladies, you do not have to settle for anything less than feeling your best as you age. Cynthia Thurlow, Nurse Practitioner and Intermittent Fasting Expert joins me in this episode. She tells us everything we need to know in order to THRIVE, not just survive during perimenopause and menopause. As you have heard in several other episodes on different topics self care plays a huge part in this. Tune in to learn how to adjust your diet, your lifestyle and you workouts to continue to feel your absolute best. Check out Cynthia's amazing podcast, Every Day Wellness, connect with her on Instagram and view her TedTalk on Intermittent Fasting on Youtube that has gone viral.

The Lessons of 2020 Dec 30, 2020

What a year! In this solo episode I discuss what I learned over the last 12 months.

The Pleasure Revolution with Dr. Jordin Wiggins Dec 22, 2020

Dr. Jordin Wiggins is a Naturopathic Doctor, entrepreneur, and women’s sexual health disruptor. She is revolutionizing the way we deliver, educate and talk about sexual health and pleasure. As the author of The Pink Canary, Dr. Wiggins has unlocked the hidden secret to optimal wellness and the real-life ways you can start to welcome pleasure back into your life & relationships.

I found Dr. Jordin via my friend Breanne Kallonen who has also been on the show. In this episode we discuss why so many women are experiencing anhedonia, or loss of joy and what we can do to start getting it back. Women today are overwhelmed by life and it's putting a real damper on our pleasure. We're not just talking about sexual pleasure (although we do go there), but the simple pleasures of getting your nails done or getting your hair done. Speaking of pleasure, most women don't know what they want let alone feel that they can ask for it. Again, this isn't just in the bedroom, but in life in general. You will see how this is all connected and it's time for a pleasure revolution. Dr. Jordin is leading the way and I have appointed myself co-captain!

The discussion leads us to the bigger point that our current healthcare system fails women. So many women visit their doctors only to be told that their hormone are in the "acceptable" range and they are left feeling tired, run down and can't lose weight. Dr. Jordin reminds us that we deserve (yes you are worthy) to feel optimal, our very best. Please listen and love this episode and join the revolution with us!

Social Links & Website: www.thepleasurecollective.com

https://www.instagram.com/drjordinwiggins/

https://www.facebook.com/drwigginsnd/

Link to her FREE online community: https://www.thepleasurecollective.com/pleasure-mindset-bootcamp

Link to my the Pink Canary on amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Pink-Canary-Hidden-Secret-Optimum-ebook/dp/B084C3B3NH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34LVP3CZBPZU&dchild=1&keywords=the+pink+canary+jordin&qid=1596640914&sprefix=pink+canary+jo%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-1

Taming the Bully Inside and Out with Marilise De Villiers Dec 13, 2020

Marilise de Villers is a mindset and performance coach and best-selling author. I met her in 2018 at a High Performance Coaching Certification. I was drawn to her kindness and soft spoken energy. Little did I know the hell she had just endured. In this episode, Marilise explains why she wrote Roar, Taming the Bulling Inside and Out and how you can deal with your own bullies. She describes the toxic work environment she was in and the narcissist that eventually demoted her in front of her entire team. This was the catalyst that pushed her to finally leave this job and start writing this book. As it turns out, Marilise had also used her voice in the past to call out the bully who sexually assaulted not on her, but her younger sister as well. In the latter part of the podcast she talks about how this sexual abuse led to years of eating disorders and how she was able to crawl her way out of th black hole. The thing with bullies is, they aren't just outside of us, there is also a bully within. We have to know when to recognize when that voice is speaking too loudly to you can stop that self-sabotage. According to the research that Marilise has done, this is a very familiar scenario that often gets brushed under the rug because those who are being bullied know they can find a job elsewhere and would rather quit while keeping their dignity in tact. About 30% of workplace bullies are females, but Marilise shared that the shocking majority of women who speak to Marilise about their personal bullies, are dealing with a female bully. She goes into talk about why women in the board room start to take on more of an masculine energy and how in the board room, if they are not confident, they don't like to let other women in because they feel special as the only woman. I found this part of our conversation extremely interesting. In the middle of the show we dive into the sexual abuse that Marilise experience and how that led to her eating disorders and we commiserate about our college experience and the pressure we put on ourselves. I know many of you will be able to relate. Finally, Marilise talks about her experience working with a coach to learn how to track her macros, strength train and get her confidence back. She knew that after leaving that toxic environment the had to prioritize getting her mental, physical and emotional health back on track. For Marlisise, food and exercise is now about being able to show up the way she wants to, full of energy and vibrant. Showing up and having energy for life so she can be her best. One of my favorite quotes, "I still push myself, I've always got a new challenge and a new level to reach .But the conversation is more self-compassionate these days. Find Marilise here: https://www.marilise-de-villiers.com Read her book here: ROAR! Taming the Bully Inside and Out And get ready for the audio version to come out in January!!

Why Working Out Is Making You Fat Nov 17, 2020

We've been lied to. Eat less and exercise more is getting us absolutely nowhere. In fact it has a .6% success rate. That's right, LESS THAN ONE PERCENT success rate. In order to lose fat and lose it for good you have to take a look at your life as a whole. Look at your job satisfaction, relationships, connections, perceived stressors and relationship with food and exercise.

Breanne Kallonen is back talking with us about what really matters when it comes to fat loss. WE have to look at lifestyle, hormones and nutrient absorption. But before you go and do a bunch of testing, or assume your hormones are a mess, make sure you're eating enough protein, getting enough sleep and eating a balance of macronutrients.
Breanne talks to us about her program, Metabolic Reset and why it works to help clients lose fat WITHOUT exercise. Of course exercise is eventually added back in, but first she address the issues mentioned above along with your mindset.

We both agree, you have to think long-term, you have to have an exit strategy and you have to be OK with learning as you go.
Make sure you check Breanne out at her website https://www.breannekallonen.com and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/breannekallonen/.

What it Really Takes to Run an Online Business with Digital Marketing Expert, Lindsey Murray Oct 23, 2020

Digital marketing expert, Lindsey Murray is back to talk about not only what it really takes to run a successful online business, but also what is going on with current trends. Yes, you've got to do reels.

We start off by discussion the current climate and why, despite political and and pandemic uncertainty, you still need to show up for your customers because your customers need you now more than ever.

One of my favorite take-aways was attract, engage and retain as it pertains to new customers and current clients. We also talked about "keeping the main thing the main thing" so people know what they are getting when they sign up with you. You can grow, adapt and evolve, but keep your main product and service your main product or service.

Most people start their online business as a side gig so we discuss the benefits of starting this way and when to start to scale back from your "real job."
Finally, we talk about when it's time to hire other people so you can grow your business.
This episode is a MUST listen for anyone wanting to start an online business in any industry!

Follow Lindsay on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindseysmurray/.

More is Not Better, Less is Not Better, Better is Better with Josh Levine Oct 08, 2020

And what's better is highly individualized for each person.

In this episode Josh and I talk about what makes your training and nutrition better. Sometimes we think we need to do more in order to improve, that's not always the case. Sometimes we think we need to do less to improve, like when it comes to our diet, but that's not always true either. What equals "better" varies from person to person and with the help of a coach, you can figure out what "better" is for you.
This lends itself to a discussion on stress management because in order to improve, you have to be managing your stress. We do this by adjusting our training and nutrition and sleep.
Finally, we dive into how you can get the most out of working with your coach. Communication is key so your coach can understand what all is going on in your life so they can adjust the toggles to make the best decisions for you.
Make sure you're following Josh on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/joshlevinefitness/.

You've Been Brainwashed - Dismantling Diet Culture with Therapist Joe Eiben Sep 30, 2020

We go deep in this one! Joe Eiben is back and he is helping us break down the collective unconscious of diet culture and the difference between that and living well. Whoa. Bottom line, we've been brainwashed. Brainwashed by the food industry, the diet industry, even our own parents. The old programming runs deep and it's time for us to wake the f*ck up. You will have so many lightbulbs go off as you listen and re-listen to this episode. We have to take a close look at our patterns and why we keep doing the same things over and over, again and again. Often times we are justifying our actions because it's easier than actually changing. This episode could very well be the very thing that helps you finally start to reprogram your mind. For more on Joe, check out his website: https://www.joeeiben.com

Time Is On Our Side with Le Bergin, Head Trainer for FASTer Way to Fat Loss Aug 16, 2020

Le is the head trainer for the fastest growing digital fitness and nutrition company in the nation, FASTer Way to Fat Loss. I had the pleasure of becoming friends with Le when recording yoga classes for the FASTerWay. It became immediately clear to me that this woman knows her stuff and has so much to share with the world. In this episode we discuss how Le went from being a school teacher and runner to a trainer who now uses strength training as her preferred method of fitness. She shares her philosophy on training and nutrition and what really works in the long run. We also discuss the importance of women supporting women and also making sure you are getting your fitness and nutrition information from the right people. Her perspective on life, training and nutrition are worth a listen. I trust this woman with all of my heart and I want the world to hear her point of view. Her experience in life and as a trainer and nutrition coach are extremely valuable and I know you will LOVE this episode.

Getting to Know Coach Leanne - What it Takes to Let Go of Your Past & Create Change Aug 10, 2020

Leanne Lang and I have been working together for about 3 years and if you've been following along for any amount of time you know her as Coach Leanne. She actually wears several hats and the woman you know and love today is not the same person she was 10 years ago. In this episode Leanne tells us about her upbringing, how that impacted the way she navigated young adulthood and how she overcame several obstacles. Her story is much different from most people you have met growing up in the suburbs of Denver, or any other major metropolitan area. You will see how her childhood created the resilient woman you see today. My favorite part of the podcast is when Leanne shares what she believes it really takes to change as well as where clients are holding themselves back. You will fall in love with Leanne in this episode and understand why I am honored to call her my friend and colleague.

Birth Control: Band-Aid or Best Option Jul 31, 2020

After several years of working with women, I've realized that the more we can be in tune with our bodies, the better decision we can make. One thing that holds women back from knowing their own bodies is being on hormonal birth control. Breanne explains to us how the female menstrual cycle is our body's way of communicating to us and when our cycle is manipulated by outside forces, we are missing out on valuable information. Breanne Kallonen has a Doctor of Naturopathy and Biomedical Science degrees. She shares her expertise with us and explains what actually is going on during the menstrual cycle. She is a huge proponent of testing over guessing so you and your doctor can get you not only feeling normal, but your absolute best. My favorite part of the podcast is when we discuss how diet and lifestyle factors can have a HUGE impact on the way we feel. As you've heard several times on Here's The Deal, our perception of stress and our recovery methods (or lack thereof) can really hinder us from feeling our best. You can find Breanne on social media here: Instagram - Breanne Kallonen Facebook - Breanne Kallonen

Ashley Wiens, IFBB Figure Pro - The Power to Change & the Freedom to Choose and What It Takes to Reach Your Goals Jul 25, 2020

Ashley is a world-class trainer and coach who has had her own fascinating fitness journey. We start with a brief introduction of who Ashely is, but most importantly dive into how she got to where she is. Ashely talks about her typical clients, what their obstacle are and explains how she helps them reach their goals and change both their body and mind.

My favorite part of the podcast is when we dive into Ashley's nutrition strategies and how she educates clients about how the body adapt to what you give it (remember Episode 21 with Josh on Metabolic Adaptation), and how she implements diet breaks and reverse diets to get clients the long-term success they desire.

My second favorite part of the podcast is when we discuss why the number on the scale is a HORRIBLE indicator of progress. She explains that the longer you train, the more muscle you will have and it's going to be even harder to reach that low number on the scale. But what is that goal number about anyway?

Ashely tells us about her journey with competing, what it takes and how her goals have recently changed. Most importantly, she reminds us that it's totally OK to change your goals as your life changes.

Finally, we wrap up with Ashley talking to us about having multiple streams of revenue to sustain her online and in-person coaching business.

I hope you find this episode educational and inspirational. If you'd like to reach out to Ashely, you can find her on Instagram at:
FitFabAsh

Her website is: https://ashleywiensfitness.com

When Will It Ever Be Enough? Jul 21, 2020

Writer Dave Pennington and I take some time to discuss the concept of "enough." When will you feel as though what you are doing enough? And when will what you have be enough? Both of us have found working with our clients (in totally different industries) that most people are burning the candle at both ends and still coming up short in terms of feeling what they are doing is enough. It affects all areas of your life. Our obsession with productivity is wreaking havoc on our quality of life. When will you be lean enough? When will you have enough money? When will your business be big enough? We would love to hear your thoughts.

The DUTCH Test, Hormonal Health and Holistic Wellness with Ali Damron Jul 16, 2020

As usual, a great conversation with Ali Damron. We start our discussion explaining what the DUTCH test is, why I took this test and why you might want to consider it. We also dive into why you shouldn't settle for anything less than your best.

Being the hormone expert that Ali is, she describes to us how the hormones actually work in the body and how we can optimize this whole process if something is off.

As we discussed in a prior episode we discuss how several lifestyle factors actually have a HUGE impact on how we are feeling and how our body is performing.

Podcasts referenced: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nicole-sachs-on-chronic-pain-symptoms-that-you-cant/id1274331857?i=1000471402176

Meditation link: https://www.danielglyman.com/meditation

What Does "Health" Look Like? Getting Lean vs. Getting Healthy with Kylie and Josh Jun 22, 2020

Just because someone LOOKS like the picture of health on the outside, it doesn't necessarily mean they are healthy on the inside. In this episode Josh and I discuss what is health, what other factor contribute to your overall health and most important of all, what is the roll of mental health.

Reverse Dieting with Kylie and Josh Jun 08, 2020

As a follow up to our discussion on metabolic adaptation, Josh and I discuss reverse diets in this epidode. We cover:
1. What is a reverse diet?
2. Who should be doing reverse diets?
3. How do you implement the reverse?

For more information, you can watch a recent IGTV that Josh posted. Click here.

Cardio, Metabolic Adaptation & More with Josh Levine. May 31, 2020

Grab a pen and paper because you are going to want to take notes during this podcast. Josh and I cover several topics that our clients frequently ask us about. We start off by addressing how much cardio should you do for your fat loss goals, what about HIIT vs. LISS and does fasted cardio matter.

We also explain what metabolic adaptation is, how you can work with your body to keep working towards your goals, even as your body adapts.

There are so many great nuggets in this epidote and I'm sure you'll have follow up questions. Reach out to either of us and we will help you!

Find Josh on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshlevinefitness/
Find the supplements he refers to here, use code LEVINE10 to save: https://revivesups.com

Training, Nutrition and Business with Jess Allen May 27, 2020

After seven years of following Jess and doing her workouts, I finally had the opportunity to sit down and chat with her about all things training, nutrition and business. For years, I've been dying to ask her how she comes up with her workouts and really just get to know her better.

We start of by getting to know a little more about Jess and her journey from collegiate softball player at Standford University into a coach, trainer and entrepreneur. Our discussion includes the differences (and mutual appreciation) between our methods of training, both of our perspectives on tracking macronutrients and of course how on earth do you run a business, take care of your family and also take care of yourself.

This conversation is perfect for anyone who already loves Jess or anyone who is looking to take their personal training or nutrition coaching business online .

Make sure you are following her on Instagram at BlondePonytail and her website: BlondePonytail.com.

Moving Out of Fear, Doubt and Uncertainty Into Action with Tom Terwilliger May 18, 2020

Tom Terwilliger, Athlete, Entrepreneur and Motivator sat down to talk mindset with me. Tom won, (YES WON) the Super Bowl of body building, and was Mr. America. He transferred the skills it took him to become the world's best body builder and became an author, entrepreneur and coach. As you can see, he is my kind of people!

A few of my favorite snippets/quotes include:

How to create your comeback plan

When you are focused like a laser on the problem, you can’t see any of the opportunities.

Get out of fear doubt and uncertainty and into action.

The perfect plan versus a good plan.

Why you should be grateful for all of your emotions.

Find your power through reframe.

You will certainly be inspired to take action after hearing Tom speak. To learn more about Tom, his coaching and his books visit:
https://www.tomterwilliger.com

https://www.facebook.com/tomterwilligernow/

Also, make sure to download your FREE COPY of his new book, The Seven Step Comeback Plan

What's Really In the Mirror? Body Dysmorphia with Therapist Joe Eiben Apr 22, 2020

Where do I begin??? This episode with Joe is full of nuggets that will open your eyes and make you examine your relationship wit yourself and how you eat and exercise.

The main point of having Joe on the podcast was to discuss body dysmorphia, but it turned out to be so much more. Joe explains how the obsession with how we look is actually a distractor to what we are actually feeling. Our mind and our ego are trying to protect us from the feelings we don't want to feel. WE GO DEEP.

One of my favorite quotes, "Fat is not a feeling."

"When we really recognize that it's so much easier for us to believe a lie, than to believe that we were lied to."

"The true essence of the healing is to recognize that the way that I choose to see myself will impact my life. The stories I believe about myself will impact my life."

I can't possible summarize the goodnesses that is this podcast. All I know, you need to listen to it.

Connect with Joe at his website: https://www.joeeiben.com

Or slide into his DMs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joe.eiben.therapy/

How to Put Words On the Page with David Pennington Apr 20, 2020

David Pennington is a fellow entrepreneur whose business is built around his copywriting, content development and creative direction expertise. I invited him to be on the podcast to give all you fellow small business owner and entrepreneurs some pointers on how to upgrade your own copywriting.

I have personally been working with Dave for about six months now and have already learned so much. Whether you need help with social media posts, emails, blogs or branding, Dave is your guy.

We talk about:

His jump from working for others to working for himself.
What it's really like to work for yourself.
His top tips for improving your writing today.
Why you don't want to be your clients' friend.
Why you need to sell.
Why you need to get over yourself.
How to approach a daily writing practice.

You can connect with Dave here:

https://www.dtpennington.com
https://www.instagram.com/dtpennington/

How To Make It Harder - Training at Home with Josh Levine Apr 15, 2020

In this episode we discuss how to get the most out of your at home workouts. We discuss:
Creating a pre-workout ritual
Time under tension
Isometric holds
Pulses
Drop sets
Supersets
Utilizing bands
Mind-muscle connection
For videos of what we discussed, check out Josh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshlevinefitness/

Where to buy bands:
Elite FTS
West Side Barbell
Dr. John Rusin
Tom Brady
XBands

Most importantly, remember why you started working out/training in the first place. It's not the equipment that gives you a good workout, it's the intention you bring to it. Training is a gift, pushing your body is a gift and it needs to come from a place of love.

Getting Your Child to Talk to You About Their Feelings with Counselor Stacy Scalfaro Apr 14, 2020

As a school counselor of 18 years, Stacy has several hands-on tools that we can use as parents to get our children to open up to us about what they might be feeling right now. This episode was recorded in April of 2020 as the world deals with the Corona Virus. Schools are closed, children are at home without their friends and they may need to get some things off their chest. But how do you get your child to talk to you about what they are feeling? That's where Stacy comes in! From bubbles to parking lots, Stacy has all sorts of tools we can use to get our children (whatever age) to open up.

Managing Mental Health During a Global Pandemic with Therapist Erica Bonham Apr 07, 2020

This episode is the therapy session you did not know you needed...or maybe you did! Erica gives us some things to keep in mind as we try to navigate these inprecidentented times. I believe her approach and tips will give you peace of mind, something we can all use more of.
You can reach Erica at: https://cultivateyourinnerbadass.wordpress.com

How to Be a High Performer with Richard Bryan, Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach and Author Apr 06, 2020

I wanted to have Richard on the show because in my opinion, he is the archetype of a high performer. In this episode we discuss how he manages his top three priorities, what his morning routine looks like, the difference between a coach and a mentor and what his definition of success is.

Whether you are an entrepreneur, business person or someone looking to level up their life, you will learn something in this episode. For more on Richard: https://richardjbryan.com

Manifesting the Life of Your Dreams Beyond Affirmations and Mindset with Keri Norley Mar 31, 2020

WOW! Everyone needs to listen to this podcast. Keri educates us on manifestation, what it really is and how you can get out of your head into your body. Manifestation is more than the law of attraction. It's raising your vibration, and getting your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual bodies all on the same page. This episode was particularly timely as we recorded it in the middle of a worldwide pandemic. We discuss how this pandemic might just be the thing we need to wake us up and shift what we are doing. At the end of the show we also dive into tapping into our feminine energy and why that is so important. You can find Keri on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kerinorley1 Her website: kerinorley.com Look for her new course: Feng Shui for Cash: https://kerinorley.com/feng-shui-for-cash

Q&A with Dr. Layne Norton - No Extremes, Just Science Mar 26, 2020

Dr. Layne Norton is arguably one of the BEST resources for nutrition information anywhere. His information is based in research and he calls 'em like he sees 'em. Layne is out on the inter webs fighting the good fight amongst extremist and zealots, always working to give us the best information possible. Can you tell I'm a fan?

I've personally been working with Layne as my nutrition coach for over three years. I've learned to much not only from my work one-on-one with him, but also through his social media and his books. In this information age, where data is plentiful, Layne deciphers it and tells us what we need to know. No extremes. No dogma. Just facts.
In this episode we talk about how he got to where he is now, who he respects in the nutrition and training space, can one stay mentally healthy while competing and how he juggles being a father, business owner and husband.
Connect with Layne here:
Biolayne.com
IG: @biolayne
Twitter: @BioLayne
Check out his new course: https://cleanhealth.edu.au/product/dr-layne-nortons-science-of-nutrition-%C7%80-clean-health/

Change Your Mindset to Change Your Life - From the Girl Who Didn't Know Anything to the Woman Who Knows Everything (almost) Mar 21, 2020

Have you ever felt like you're the only one who doesn't have a special gift or purpose? Like nothing you have to offer is significant?

My good friend Lindsey Murray, Director of Marketing for the FASTerway to Fatloss, joins me in this episode to talk about how she turned her life around my changing her mindset. We talk about how she went from folding jeans and underwear at American Eagle to living her purpose helping other women grow and build their businesses.

Lindsey offers her perspective on what it takes to be an entrepreneur these days and how you can find your purpose in life as well.

She is one of the smartest women I know, she is a marketing guru and I know you will LOVE this episode and take at least ONE lesson away that you can apply to your life.

Jaime Morocco - The MOST IMPORTANT Factor When It Comes to Fat Loss Mar 13, 2020

Jaime is one of the best nutrition and fitness coaches out there. She is direct and to the point, yet compassionate at the same time. In this episode we talk bout her struggles as an overweight child, how she lost weight and gained self-discipline, what it takes to truly lose weight and lose it for good and also a key strategy to getting clients to make the necessary changes in order to be successful long-term.

You can find Jaime on Instagram at @jaimemorocco.

Introducing Josh Levine - How to NOT Get Bulky and Finding Your Personal Trainer Mar 12, 2020

Today was the first of many podcasts with Josh. In this episode we talk about how Josh and I met, how Josh transitioned out of corporate America into personal training and being his own boss, how hard it is to put muscle on your body and finally how to find the personal trainer that is right for you.

How to Get Your Partner to Exercise & Overcoming Anxiety with Patrick Larson Mar 09, 2020

What do you do when you're a former athlete, but have dedicated the last 10 years of your life to supporting your family and let your fitness fall the the wayside? Pat shares his story and advises those of you who you are trying to encourage to make fitness and nutrition a priority in their life again. He also shares with us his struggle with anxiety and how he overcame the dark spot he found himself in 3 years ago. You will be moved by Pat's strength and vulnerability.

Resilience and Reverence for Life with Erica Valenzuela Mar 04, 2020

Erica shares her inspiring life story with us, including meeting her birth mother, surviving a near death experience and raising her daughter as a single mother. We also talk about leaving what’s comfortable to create a life you love. You WILL be inspired.

How Stress and Other Lifestyle Factors are Holding You Back from Your Fitness and Wellness Goals Feb 25, 2020

You might “be doing all the right things”, but if you’re putting too much pressure in yourself to be perfect, you will never reach your goals.

Entrepreneurship Life with Natalie Magee of Yogi Magee Expeditions Feb 21, 2020

Tune in to listen to Natalie and I chat about change, living your dream, turning your passion into your career and entrepreneurship.

High Performance and Lifestyle Change with Colby Knepp. Feb 12, 2020

Colby and I discuss the challenges faced by high performers when it comes to managing their time and their energy. We dive into how to create change, what really matters and how someone successfully created change in their life.

Entrepreneurship & Life with Chris Grimm, Founder of Kuhn Products. Feb 09, 2020

What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur, father and husband. Chris offers his helpful tips plus so much more.

Welcome to Here’s the Deal Feb 06, 2020

A brief explanation of what you can expect from my podcast.

Far From Perfect with Kylie Larson (Trailer) Jan 30, 2020