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Ep 123 Reverse Dieting, Your Hormones & Weight Loss ft. William Grazione Aug 05, 2020

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William is the owner and founder of the Educated Dieter Inc. He has a bachelors in exercise science, 11 years of nutritional coaching experience, and is an accomplished Pro natural bodybuilder.

His mission and vision is to create change in the world by leading others to becoming educated dieters, teaching them how to diet smart using the latest evidence based methods while always putting the clients overall health as the top priority.

He is also a devoted husband and father of 4 children and Coach Tonya Fines had the privilege of sitting down with Will to uncover the truths about this complex process.

“We strive to help people all over the world who have battled weight loss with no answers to their questions.” -William Grazione

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0:25 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

2:00 – Get to know William Grazione of ‘The Educated Dieter Inc.’

5:42 – Why is it harder for women to lose weight than men?

10:24 – Ways to make losing weight easier for women

16:04 – How to work through a weight loss plateau

21:36 – What is carb cycling and how does it work?

23:58 – The complete guide to reverse dieting

27:57 – Maintenance calories: What it is and why it matters?

29:34 – The importance of communication between health coach and client

33:38 – Insulin resistance and sensitivity 101

41:07 – How to reverse insulin resistance and sensitivity

46:07 – Glycemic variability: What it is and why it’s important to control it?

57:05 – Connect with William Grazione through his social media channels and ‘The Educated Dieter Inc.’s’ official website

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Ep 122 Life Changing Child Birth w/ Certified Doula Tanya Grazione Jul 29, 2020

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Tanya is passionate about what she does. She truly encompasses what it means to be a Doula. She supports ALL births. Whether in the hospital, at home or in a Birth Center. Whether they are unmedicated or epidural assisted.

Tanya Grazione is a certified Doula with Doula Training International, Instructor with Evidence Based Birth®, and a certified Hypnobirthing® Childbirth Educator.

She is also Mother to 4 beautiful children and wife to William Grazione, the Educated Dieter.

Her services include prenatal appointments, on- call support for labor and delivery, Childbirth Education, Hypnobirthing and Postpartum visits. Coach Tonya Fines from SBD sits down with today’s very special guest.

“I provide respectful care to every single woman and their families and look forward to guiding you every step of the way.” -Tanya Grazione

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0:25 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

1:33 – Doula 101 with Tanya Grazione

5:45 – The importance of having a doula

9:16 – What is hypnobirthing and how does it work?

11:32 – Tanya Grazione shares her traumatic birth experience

19:24 – The role of husbands in childbirth

23:00 – Tanya Grazione reveals what led to her doula career

25:50 – Benefits of having a doula in the delivery room

32:39 – What is it like to work with a doula?

37:27 – When to contact your doula

40:15 – How doulas can help postpartum

52:08 – Tanya Grazione on what she gets out of being a doula

55:05 – Where you can go to connect with Tanya Grazione

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Ep 121 The Truth About Collagen ft. Tonya Fines Jul 22, 2020

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What is the Deal with Collagen?

In the never-ending search for all things that will promote health, beauty and youthfulness, collagen is not to be dismissed as far as being very much present in the pool of public and scientific opinion.

It has been hailed as the magic ingredient to cure aches and pains, as well as something of an ingestible fountain of youth. Hmmmm . . .

In this podcast, Coach Chris and Coach Tonya sit down to discuss not only what public opinion has to say about the use of collagen, but science as well.

"A collagen supplement may act as a catalyst but it's not the fountain of youth." -Tonya Fines

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1:25 – Collagen: What is it and what is it good for?

9:35 – Benefits of taking collagen supplements

15:18 – Does collagen help prevent bone loss?

17:10 – The importance of protein in your diet

20:14 – Effects of aging on bone health

24:14 – Is collagen the fountain of youth?

30:47 – The truth about taking collagen supplements for building muscle

37:51 – Does a collagen supplement promotes heart health?

41:32 – Risks of taking collagen supplements

45:34 – Foods that naturally boost collagen

49:29 – What to look for when buying a collagen supplement

51:35 – Coach Tonya shares final thoughts on collagen supplements

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Ep 120 The Power of Prayer ft. Johanna Eccles Jul 15, 2020

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Johanna Eccles is a woman of incredible faith.

Johanna didn’t find out about the power of prayer until she got to the end of herself. She literally reached rock bottom and felt that there was literally, no other place to look but up.

She recalls …

“God’s mercy and grace met me, pulled me out of the devil’s pit and gave me oxygen to breath. Trust me, I am no guru. I would not consider myself great at anything. There are many MANY greater, all I have to offer is the love of God to those willing to receive. Truly. That is all I have... and that is all I want.” -Johanna Eccles

Tonya Fines sits down with ROAR co-founder Johanna Eccles to talk about the almighty power of prayer and how God’s faithfulness is truly miraculous and awesome.

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0:25 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

3:42 – Get to know ‘ROAR’ co-founder, Johanna Eccles

9:57 – Johanna Eccles recounts journey to Christian faith

17:12 – Keeping your Faith in the Valley

21:28 – Johanna Eccles’ message to those who question God’s existence

30:00 – Johanna Eccles shares one of her biggest rock-bottom experiences and how God saved her

35:30 – The power of Faith

40:31 – The true meaning of prayer

47:42 – Why is prayer important?

50:18 – Things you can do to hear God’s voice

54:32 – What you need to know about the ‘ROAR’ community

1:02:45 – Why is it called ‘ROAR’?

1:05:35 – Where you can go to connect with Dr. Ron and Johanna Eccles

1:12:02 – The power of praying anywhere, anytime

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Ep 119 The Truth About CBD Oil ft. Tonya Fines Jul 08, 2020

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CBD oil has not only sparked some pretty intense debates among the general population, but it has also piqued the curiosity of individuals who want to know more about this product and if in fact, it has any real benefits with respect to their health and wellness.

With the impact CBD oil is making, as far as being utilized in alternative therapies for everything from pain management to alleviating cancer-related symptoms, Mike Westerdal sat down with our own in-house Holistic Health Practitioner Tonya Fines to talk about just how CBD is being used and what claims are being made about its effectiveness, if any at all.

"Is this something that can have a tremendous benefit to people's health and pain management, absolutely." -Tonya Fines

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0:25 – What is CBD?

3:04 – What forms does CBD come in?

5:52 – What are the benefits of CBD Oil?

11:08 – Things to consider before taking CBD

17:57 – CBD dosage: How much should you take?

19:49 – What are the side effects of CBD Oil?

22:36 – Coaches Mike Westerdal and Tonya Fines share final thoughts on CBD Oil

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Ep 118 Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body & Defy Aging ft. Ben Greenfield Jul 01, 2020

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Ben Greenfield, by his own description, was a complete NERD.

President of the chess club, played violin for 13 years, wrote fantasy fiction, and spent most of his childhood years with his nose in a book.

Well, it certainly paid off and has led to a few decades of excellence.

At one point in his incredible fitness journey Ben’s been a collegiate tennis player, volleyball player and center in water polo, top-ranked amateur triathlete, 12x Ironman, and even a competitive bodybuilder. His resume is filled with too many accolades to list and in 2008 he was recognized as America’s top personal trainer.

As one of the most respected Biohacker’s in the world and co-founder of Kion, Ben now creates step-by-step solutions—from supplements and fitness gear, to coaching and consulting, to education and media—for the world’s hard-charging, high-achievers to live truly limitless lives with fully optimized minds, bodies, and spirits.

"I've changed my purpose statement. And my purpose statement is now to read, write, learn, teach, sing, speak, compete and create in full presence and selfless love to the glory of God." -Ben Greenfield

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0:25 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong By Design’ podcast

3:30 – Get to know Ben Greenfield more

6:49 – Ben Greenfield shares the challenges he encountered in his life

9:22 – What is Biohacking?

15:00 – Ben Greenfield talks about his new book, ‘Boundless’

20:02 – The importance of spiritual disciplines

24:58 – How to find your purpose in life?

30:24 – Why it’s important to have a personal purpose statement?

35:41 – How to help your kids develop a sense of purpose

39:04 – Breathwork: What it is and what are the benefits?

46:04 – How to develop a relationship with your breath

48:43 – Ben Greenfield shares what a typical day looks like for him

53:35 – Connect with Ben Greenfield through his official websites

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Ep 117 Fit for the Kingdom ft. Pastor Trent Holbert Jun 24, 2020

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Are you fit for the kingdom?

Pastor, podcaster, personal trainer and holistic health coach Trent Holbert joins the Strong By Design show from the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina.

Trent is doing some amazing things for God’s kingdom and approaches his ministry in a holistic way focusing on the spiritual, physical and emotional health of his congregation.

This holistic mindset provides his church a balanced message of hope and accountability that many children of God will not hear on Sunday morning. Coach Chris Wilson hosts and questions Trent about this ‘Whole Person’ approach to our walk with God.

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0:25 – Welcoming today’s special guest

2:36 – Get to know Pastor Trent Holbert and his ministry

5:49 – Pastor Trent Holbert recounts what it’s like growing up with a strong belief in God

10:42 – Keeping the Faith in college

14:55 – Why young families return to church

21:08 – Pastor Trent Holbert recounts the early days of his pastoring

25:51 – What led him to embrace a holistic approach in ministry

32:32 – What does the Bible say about taking care of our health?

42:26 – How Pastor Trent Holbert’s ‘The Fit For the Kingdom’ podcast started

49:41 – Where you can go to connect with Pastor Trent Holbert

"I became very frustrated. There was a people in our community that wasn't being reached." -Trent Holbert

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Ep 116 Fat Fueled Family ft. Maura Vega Jun 17, 2020

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Eating disorders and body dysmorphia plagued her for years.

A classically trained dancer, Maura Vega experimented with vegetarian, paleo, and IIFYM to maintain her beautiful curves. But it wasn’t until she started following a ketogenic lifestyle that she was finally able to heal her body and repair her metabolism as well as her mind and her relationship with food.

Maura started Keto in June of 2016. After a 2-year battle with Postpartum Depression, following the birth of her youngest child she has been keto for almost 3 years now. Not only have her symptoms of depression been drastically reduced, but her anxiety also.

Holistic Health Practitioner and host Tonya Fines sits down for this candid conversation with Fat Fueled Mom Maura Vega.

“I feel the best I’ve ever felt and it continues to get better. Seeing how impactful this lifestyle can be on our bodies, I decided to help transition my children to this healthy way of life in hopes that it would relieve them of some of the ailments they had.” -Maura Vega

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0:25 – Welcoming our special guest

2:15 – Get to know Maura Vega of ‘Fat Fueled Family’

5:31 – Maura Vega shares their family’s journey with keto lifestyle

10:33 – Is the keto lifestyle difficult to stay on?

12:13 – Diet vs. lifestyle change: What’s the difference?

17:21 – How to incorporate intermittent fasting on a keto lifestyle?

23:59 – Maura Vega on how long it takes to notice results on the keto lifestyle

29:04 – Then vs. Now: Keto diet resources and recipes

32:41 – What is the typical family dinner for the Vega household?

36:10 – Connect with Maura Vega through her social media channels, ‘Fat Fueled Family’s’ official website and podcast

37:48 – What’s inside ‘Fat Fueled Family’s’ website?

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Ep 115 The Untamable Beast ft. Pastor JP Poirier Jun 10, 2020

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The power of life or death can literally come from our mouths.

Words can either kill or be life giving.

As it says in James 3: 9-12; "With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God's likeness.

Pastor and close friend JP Poirier sits down with Mike Westerdal and Samantha Harrison. He has a powerful message about how the words we use nourish the soul and spirit or can lead to destruction. We have the choice to produce fruit or poison with them.

“I can sit in a room with somebody for 10 minutes and I can break down their lives, where they're at, where they're struggling just by 'how' they're talking to me.” -JP Poirier

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0:25 – Welcoming our special guest

2:10 – Who is this untamable beast?

6:02 – The importance of watching what you say

12:40 – The danger of labeling yourself and others

16:58 – How music affects the way you think and speak

20:30 – Why the way you talk to your child matters

23:06 – What does the Bible say about cursing?

28:07 – How parents’ love shapes a child’s future

32:48 – The importance of being aware of your surroundings

35:06 – Reprogramming the tongue

38:55 – Benefits of reading God’s word

43:48 – The power of positive self-talk

46:25 – Is it possible to tame the tongue?

49:57 – Where you can go to connect with Pastor JP Poirier

50:24 – The power of words

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Ep 114 Liberty and Justice for All? Jun 06, 2020

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Is the ‘American Dream’ the same for everyone?

I think most of us agree it’s not. And things need to change.

People of color in America today are hurting and the murder of George Floyd may have finally gotten people’s attention.

This special episode of the Strong By Design podcast features two men of God. Christian brothers. Kingdom minded black men that are willing to share their story to help white America see the world through their lens. It’s time to listen.

Thank you, David Mills and Brown Charite, for your honesty, passion, character and willingness to share.

"I see the pain and it just creates sadness. That's the overwhelming word that just pushes on me." -David Mills

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0:24 – Welcoming our special guests

1:29 – Get to know David Mills

3:00 – Brown Charite shares a little bit about himself

6:49 – David Mills and Brown Charite share thoughts on recent protests and racial tensions

18:16 – David Mills and Brown Charite talk about the other groups of protesters with malicious intent

20:57 – The long history of police brutality against black people

25:10 – The role of the president in achieving equality and justice for Americans of all colors

28:41 – Brown Charite shares personal experience with racism

36:52 – David Mills recounts son’s own experience with racial discrimination