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135. How to Manage Your Sugar Cravings and Take Control of Your Sweet Tooth Dec 21, 2021

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What should you do when your sweet tooth is a monster and those sugar cravings are getting out of control? Should you resist the treats all together? Or eat lighter, sugar-free versions of them? What’s the best strategy?!

Your goal should not be to try and totally avoid sugar all together. But it’s important that you put some strategies in place to help you stay self controlled with the sweets and treats, so that you can feel your best. Today, we’re going to talk about some really helpful tips that will help you manage your sugar cravings and feel in control.

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134. The Big Health Mistakes to Avoid this Holiday Season Dec 14, 2021

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These BIG health mistakes are exactly why we end up wanting to do a major health and habit overhaul in January. I’ve been coaching and working with women, and moms in particular, long enough to know that if you can be on your guard against these common exercise and nutrition pitfalls during the holidays and pay a little extra attention this season, you’re going to feel great. The best part is you won’t feel like you’re being restrictive, obsessive or diet-y.

Let’s commit to being on guard against these common mistakes and have a much healthier season this year.

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133. Coach Megan’s Christmas List Picks Dec 07, 2021

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Need some great ideas for your Christmas list? Look no further! Everyone’s always asking me for recommendations for workout equipment, workout clothes, and other gear - so it gave me an idea. Let me help you create a Christmas list of all of my favorite things… equipment, clothes, books, journals, and even some other ideas so that you can ask for something better this year than just candles and candy. Let's have some fun today!

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132. Overcoming Perfectionism and Unrealistic Expectations with Andrea Fortenberry Nov 30, 2021

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I’ll be honest - I can set extremely high expectations for myself and try to be a perfectionist at times, and I bet I’m not the only one here. Most moms have these tendencies in their life - whether that’s cleanliness and organization, or trying to be a perfect mom to their kids, or trying to do their workouts perfectly.

The problem is that when we set these kinds of expectations, we usually fail to meet them. And we crash hard… getting discouraged and feeling like a full-blown failure.

My guest today knows something about all this. Andrea Fortenberry is the host of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering podcast that equips moms to find freedom from perfectionism and to show up for the life God has for them.

We talk about the difference between receiving coaching versus criticism, chewing the meat and spitting out the bones (instead of choking on the bones), and leaning deep into what God expects from us as moms.

Andrea’s wisdom on this topic is GOLD. You’ll love this.

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131. How to Find the Time to Workout Nov 23, 2021

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Why is it so hard to squeeze in a workout? Well, for a multitude of reasons! For starters, it can be a huge time commitment and a disruption in your daily routine. Plus, it can be an intimidating mental ordeal, especially if you’re just beginning.

But since finding the time to workout is a struggle for nearly 100% of moms, this episode is going to tackle the issue head on. You’re going to learn the most important mindset tips to make sure your workouts happen consistently, plus some logistical strategies to make the process more doable...no matter how crazy your life.

If you’re ready to get consistent and have a routine that includes regular workouts, this episode is for you.

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130. Self-Care During the Trials and Hardest Seasons of Life with Cori Campbell Nov 16, 2021

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Are you in a really hard season right now, maybe a deep crisis that’s creating severe anxiety, depression and spiraling thoughts, and your faith is being challenged more than you ever wanted? If so, it’s probably also impacting the way you think about your body and how you take care of it on a regular basis.

Instead of feeling the pressure to keep all the plates spinning right now, maybe what you really need is grace and the permission to stop and take a breath.

My friend Cori Campbell went through this exact scenario. Today, she’s sharing with us her story of severe anxiety in the middle of an intense family crisis, and the negative thoughts about herself and her body that happened as a result.

But the beautiful thing about Cori’s story is the ending - where she is now and what she has accomplished as a result of the hardest season of her entire life.

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[Ep. 107] Swimsuit Season - Essential Mindset Tips (Cori refers to this episode in the podcast)

129. Healthy, Budget-Friendly Grocery Shopping Tips Nov 09, 2021

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“Eating healthy is so expensive!” It’s a common complaint for anyone trying to grocery shop for healthy food. There’s a belief that if you’re going to commit to eating healthier, you better be prepared to spend more money. But that’s simply not true.

In this episode, you’ll learn 7 simple tips to help you grocery shop for healthy foods with your budget in mind. It’s entirely possible for you to load up your cart with foods that feed you and your family well without breaking the bank. And no coupon clipping required!

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128. Should Yoga Be Part of Your Routine? With Lisa Johnston Nov 02, 2021

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I’m a huge fan of yoga - the body awareness, the balance, the breathing, the flexibility. But while I’m a professional strength coach and I love practicing yoga myself, I’ll be the first to admit that I am NOT a yoga instructor. So, today I have the pleasure of interviewing Lisa Johnston, an experienced yoga instructor that has incredible insight on how yoga can be integrated into your workout routine.

Lisa shares her knowledge about some of the health benefits of yoga, the crossovers between yoga and strength training, how someone should begin yoga, and her top 7 poses that everyone should practice regularly. We even chat about de-mystifying the spiritual aspects of yoga and how it can be a tool to draw you closer to God.

You’ll enjoy Lisa’s passion and walk away feeling inspired to add some “flavor and spice” into your own workout routine!

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127. Why You’re Not Losing Weight (Part 2) Oct 27, 2021

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Ok, so you’ve put on a few extra pounds, and you don’t like how it feels. You lack energy, you don’t feel healthy, and you’re not at your best. But as soon as you try to make some changes, it doesn’t budge. What gives?

In Part 2 of this two-part mini-series, we’re troubleshooting your exercise, sleep, stress and hormones. I want to help you get to the bottom of why you’re not losing the weight, and help you make some changes so that you can start feeling your best.

Make sure to catch Part 1 from yesterday! We looked at the mindset required for weight loss and the nutrition habits that MUST be in place to see a change

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126. Why You’re Not Losing Weight (Part 1) Oct 26, 2021

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Somehow, you’ve put on some weight (maybe more than you’d like to admit), and you’re not how you got here...but you certainly don’t want to stay here. Deep down, you know it’s not just about the scale, but it reflects how you FEEL about your body right now. And you don’t like it.

So you’ve been trying to make some changes, but for some reason the scale is not budging. And you’re beginning to panic and feel desperate. “Why am I not losing the weight?”

In this two-part mini-series, I’m going to help you troubleshoot this situation. If you’re not sure why you’re not losing the weight, and you need help, these episodes are for you. Today, we’re specifically looking at the mindset required for weight loss and the nutrition habits that MUST be in place to see a change.

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