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51. Why Your Fitness Routine May Not Be Sticking It's the first week in a LONG time that I am solo on the podcast. I have been loving all of the guests that I have had on and am so thankful for our connections and great conversations. Make sure to check back on some of the past episodes to see what you've missed! Today I am diving into WHY your fitness routine may not be sticking. Are you someone that set a New Years Goal or Intentions that was related to fitness. Check in with your self- how are you doing with that goal or intention now that we are almost into March? SO often we set unrealistic goals for ourselves, especially when it comes to our health and fitness. Today I am breaking down why your goal may not be progressing and how to kick things back into gear in a way that sticks and that you want to continue on with lifelong. Yes, really. You can achieve your fitness goals and want to continue progressing and living that lifestyle! You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano. I also share a ton of freebie information (fitness and nutrition related) on my website and blog www.presthelimit.com As I mention in this episode, if you are struggling to find the workouts you enjoy or struggling to fit them into your current lifestyle and schedule, send me a message! We CAN make this work and I would love to help you out.

This week I have Kathryn Benko on the podcast as a guest. Kathryn and I connected through a podcasters group and quickly found that we have a lot in common! Kathryn is a first time Mama of a 6 month old little boy, a business owner, a wife and fitness enthusiast. Kathryn runs Sole Fitness out of her house as well as online. She is also the host of The Heart and Sole Podcast. Today, Kathryn and I chat all about life as a business owner and a Mom. We touch on this expectation vs. reality as well as giving ourselves grace. It is SO easy to say that we need to give ourselves grace but actually doing it is the tricky part. Kathryn shares about the transition of becoming a new Mom while also figuring out maternity leave as a business owner and how she and her husband navigate both working from home with a little one. Kathryn also shares more about her postpartum journey and the experience of trying to do some exercises that were once routine that are now a challenge as the body heals. I feel like lots of Mamas can relate to this; I know I could! I hope that you guys enjoy this conversation between 2 Mamas just chatting all about the wild transition that is motherhood, figuring out time for ourselves, prioritizing our own fitness routines, being business owners, and just wearing all the hats. You can find Kathryn on IG @kcoll @sole_fitness And you can find her podcast on the platform you like listening to: Heart + Sole IG @heartandsolepodcast

49. Decluttering, Saying No & Excelling Personally & Professionally (w/ Marta Sauret Greca) This week I have Marta Sauret Greca on the podcast to talk all about female entrepreneurship and her minimalist method. I know that there are lots of Moms out there working on a side hustle or going all in on their passion (myself included). Doing this in and of itself is hard enough but add Momming to the list and it's next level. Marta shares about what she calls the Minimalist Method and how it has helped her and her clients with continuing to progress and grow but avoid complete overwhelm AND still be present with their families. You can find Marta on IG @martasauretgreca_e360tv. Check out her book for more on the Minimalist Method here https://www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Method-Emerging-Entrepreneurs-Prosperity-ebook/dp/B094PD4QSS You can find me on IG @Caroline_prestano and www.presthelimit.com for all fitness and nutrition coaching Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you are up to date on all new episodes. SCREENSHOT and SHARE while you are listening -- I would love to connect!

48. Intentional Parenting (w/ Caley Kukla) This week I have Caley Kukla on the podcast as a guest. Caley works with parents on intentional parenting. She has a background in education and uses it to support parents in learning about their child's development in order to support them in their moments of disregulation. Caley breaks down our child's development and why the heck they are able to do one thing one day and unable to do it the next (hello getting dressed)! She shares how our response will directly impact our child's response when they are feeling disregulated and how we could better approach the situation. We touch on the power struggle- what it is and how to avoid it. Whether you are a new mama like myself, a toddler mom or mama of an older child, I know that you will be able to take at least one (likely more) piece of advice from this episode! You can find Caley on IG @caleykukla Check out the link in her bio to see all of the ways that you could work with her as well as resources that she offers! You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano and on the web www.presthelimit.com for all coaching packages and blog posts

47. A Hot Cup of Coffee & A Solid Workout (w/ Kayla Brandon) This week I have Kayla Brandon, full time corporate Mama, Holistic Health Coach & friend on the podcast. Kayla came on the podcast in 2020 right before giving birth to her son, Finn. Today we catch up on life as Mamas, mindset shifts between pregnancy and postpartum & self care (breaking down what that looked like for her in the newborn days, when she went back to work and now with a one year old). Kayla hosts the Life Well Lived Podcast where she speaks with her guests about living authentically and with purpose. She discusses how they take care of all 4 pillars of their health (mental, physical, emotional and spiritual). I was recently on the podcast as a guest which you can listen to here. You can find Kayla on IG @Kayla__brandon and you can find the Life Well Lived Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts! IG @life_well_lived_pod You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano presthelimit.com Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE the podcast while you are here! Your support means everything.

46. Enneagram & Your Marriage (w/ Relationship Coach, Christa Hardin) This week I have relationship coach, Christa Hardin, on the podcast to talk all about enneagrams and what they could do in your marriage. Christa shares how to figure out your enneagram (see resources below) and how to use that information to create the "glow" in your relationship. We touch on marriage/relationships especially in the early days of parenthood and how to keep the marriage alive and healthy as the days and years go on. You can find Christa : IG @enneagramandmarriage Web www.enneagramandmarriage.com as well as search for her podcast on Apple Podcasts- Enneagram and Marriage She shares a rundown of each enneagram type on her website under the tab "find our types" and also recommends using truity.com to find your type You can find me IG @caroline_prestano Web - www.presthelimit.com Moms Full Circle Workouts - https://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle/pricing/checkout/DPxGA6nyQvYv2R2P5dhU

45. Picky Eaters, Meals on a Busy Schedule & Our Outlook on Food (w/ Pediatric Dietician, Amber Rodenas) This week I have Pediatric Dietician, Amber Rodenas, on the podcast to talk all about picky eaters- can we prevent this?! We also chat about preparing meals for the family on a busy schedule and her thoughts on grabbing a happy meal. She shares how our outlook and practices around food actually impact our children's as well. This was such an interesting conversation and I know that many of you will be able to take some tips and practices and implement them with your families! You can find Amber on IG @kids.nutrition.dietician https://www.instagram.com/kids.nutrition.dietitian/ and online https://seedsandsproutsnutrition.com You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano https://www.instagram.com/caroline_prestano online www.presthelimit.com and sign up for the Moms Full Circle workout subscription: https://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle/pricing/checkout/DPxGA6nyQvYv2R2P5dhU Make sure to SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT & SHARE the podcast. I love building up this community of Mamas and networking with the experts in the field. Your support means the world and is what keeps this going!

44. Systems, Routines & Simplifying Motherhood This week I have Toni-Ann (@realhappymom) on the podcast to talk all about how to use routines to simplify motherhood, make your life a little less overwhelming and even schedule things like your own self care and some date nights with your spouse! As a routine guru myself, I enjoyed having this conversation with Toni-Ann. I was able to take away some tips myself to simplify my life just a little bit more which I am all about! Toni-Ann also has a podcast called Real Happy Mom that you can listen to on the platform you prefer! Make sure to check her out on social media where she shares more about her tips and tricks. Toni-Ann's website: https://www.realhappymom.com/podcast/ Real Happy Mom Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-happy-mom-podcast-time-management-gentle-parenting/id1412068550 Real Happy Mom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom/ PresTheLimit Website (train with me!) www.presthelimit.com Moms Full Circle Workouts (let's workout at home together!) https://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle/pricing/checkout/DPxGA6nyQvYv2R2P5dhU My IG www.instagram.com/caroline_prestano

43. Navigating Working Mom Life & Identity Shifts w/ Jenny Elliot This week I have Jenny Elliot on the podcast to talk all about life as a working mom, the identity shift that comes with being a Mama, paid family leave and more. Jenny is the host of the Career Mom Podcast where she talks with fellow working Mamas about the challenges and joys of being a working Mom. Today we talk about her transition back into the work force after having her son, the identity shift that many moms going through when stepping into motherhood, our expectations for ourselves and paid family leave in the US. Jenny shares ways that we can help to advocate for paid leave towards the end of the episode as well ! You can find Jenny on IG @careermompodcast , and on the web https://careermompodcast.com/podcast/ Jenny also just released a FREE workbook to support Moms with figuring out their identity as a working Mama. You can snag that here https://careermompodcast.ck.page/b8f3a52df6 You can also hear more about this workbook on her newest podcast episode here https://careermompodcast.com/identityworkbook/ You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano and on the web at presthelimit.com you can also email me anytime prestanofit@gmail with questions, inquiries, episode feedback, hot topics, nutrition coaching or personal training. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE the podcast while you are here!

This week I am SOLO on the podcast. I know that when I was in my third trimester I began to panic about not being prepared for motherhood. What would my schedule look like? Would I be getting zero sleep? How do I know what this baby wants? I needed a glimpse into what to expect. Being someone that likes to have control I really wanted something I could feel like I was doing to prepare. I also wanted to get a little further into postpartum before I could feel like I was giving useful advice. I'm breaking down some of the things I did while I was still pregnant to prepare for postpartum and then some of the things that I did postpartum that helped me keep my sanity and some semblance of self care. If you know a Mom that is newly postpartum or a Mama to be I would love for you to share this out! If you have some tips that really helped you during postpartum that I didn't cover, reach out to me and share ! You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano and on the web www.presthelimit.com

40. Setting Boundaries, People Pleasing & Comparison (w/ Dr. Stephanie Lopez) This week I have Mindset & Emotion Coach, Dr. Stephanie Lopez, on the podcast.We dive into some of the common struggles of Mamas such as overwhelm, anxiety, comparison and people pleasing. Stephanie uses facts to break down what is actually happening in our brains when we do these things and how to best support ourselves using those facts. Stephanie brings such a unique and thoughtful perspective to this conversation today. I hope that you guys enjoy this episode as much as I did! You can find Stephanie on IG @best.self.mama and on the web https://www.brave-method.com You can find me on IG @Caroline_prestano and on the web www.presthelimit.com . Get yourself signed up for the Moms Full Circle Workout subscription using the link below. Use the promo code MFCFREEWEEK at checkout to get your first week free! https://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle/pricing/checkout/DPxGA6nyQvYv2R2P5dhU Make sure to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE while you are listening. I love doing this and love creating a community of Mamas. Your support means the world !

Episode 39- Don't Suffer In Silence (w/ Jenn from Moms Maternal Health) This week I have Jenn on the podcast to talk all about postpartum. Jenn shares her experience with postpartum depression and anxiety; how she didn't really recognize the warning signs, how she was surprised that it occurred later on in her postpartum experience, and more. We talk about ways that new moms could prepare for postpartum that aren't necessary covered in detail in typical birth prep courses or prenatal appointments. We also dive into the stigma around stay at home Moms and what the heck they do all day. Jenn is in the midst of revamping her website but you can still check out her blog at www.momsmaternalhealth.com. I love this blog because she gives Moms the opportunity to share their own stories and experiences in postpartum. The hope that is other moms can connect and feel like they are not alone in their postpartum experiences. You can find Jenn on IG @momsmaternalhealth You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano or on the web at www.presthelimit.com Moms Full Circle Workout Subscription https://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle Use promo code: mfcfreeweek

This week I have Stephanie LoPresti on the podcast. She is a Speech Language Pathologist that works with clients remotely as well as in person in the Denver, CO area. We chat all about early language milestones and ways we can help our littles ones develop their language and express themselves, We also dive into early feeding, introducing solids & baby led weaning. Stephanie is a wealth of knowledge and aims to educate and empower parents to take what they have learned from her and apply it with their kiddos on the daily. You can find her on IG @itsremotelyspeech or on the web www.itsremotelyspeech.com/privatespeechtherapy You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano or visit PresTheLimit.com to see more about Moms Full Circle Workouts, recipe ideas, free workouts & more! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE while you are listening. I can't wait to connect with you!

37. Preparing For Childbirth In Ways You May Not Expect (w/ Dr. Betsey, Yes Mama Co.) This week I have Dr. Betsey of Yes Mama Co. on the podcast. We chat all about preparing for childbirth but in ways that are not traditionally discussed or shared with Moms. She talks about the power of mindset as well as having a supportive birth partner through the labor and delivery process. Betsey talks about her course, The Push Lab, and the ways that it empowers women (and their partners!) to feel prepared for childbirth, educated about all realms of what is going on (we're talking the physiology of our bodies, options for pain management, as well as preparing for any type of birth). For Moms and Moms To Be, I think that you will find this conversation enlightening and inspiring. I know that I personally felt like a weight was lifted off my shoulders knowing that there are other ways to approach birth, more ways that I could be educated and additional approaches to pain management and experiencing birth . And the best part, Betsey is offering you guys an exclusive discount off of The Push Lab- a virtual (pre-recorded) course giving you the tools to experience birth in a different way. She dives into transforming your birth plan, mindset, the pregnant body as well as labor itself (pushing and breathing correctly and confidently) Use the link below to access https://thepushlab.yesmamaco.com/pushcourse/x3fui You can find Betsey on IG @drbetseypt https://instagram.com/drbetseypt and on the web https://yesmamaco.com/ You can find me on IG @Caroline_prestano and on the web http://presthelimit.com Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE while you are listening. I can't wait to connect with you.

36. Let's Give The Pelvic Floor Some Love (not just kegels) with Dr. Aimee Bailey This week I have Dr. Aimee Bailey on the podcast. Aimee is am Integrative Pelvic Health PT, a yoga instructor and a Health & Wellness Coach. She combines each of these areas in order to best support her clients during pregnancy and in postpartum. We chat all about the pelvic floor (what it really is and why we should care), how and why we need to focus on it for recovery, as well as how a "Type A", on the go personality might be hurting your pelvic floor. You can find Aimee on IG @the.pelvic.yogi as well as on the web http://www.thepelvicyogi.com She sees clients virtually and in person if you are local to the Nashville area! You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano and on the web presthelimit.com where you will find more information on how to work with me and get signed up for the Moms Full Circle Workout Subscription!

35. Holistic Health, Raising a Child With Special Needs & Self Care (w/Ali Bachand) This week I have Ali Bachand on the podcast. She is THE sweetest human being and I think you all will agree after hearing today's episode. I connected with Ali on Instagram through the motherhood community and instantly could relate. Ali shares a lot about using food for fuel and to optimize our health. She also shares her experience with raising a child with Autism and prioritizing her family and her own self care. Today we dive into what holistic health means for their family and how it has impacted their health. She shares about her advocacy for her daughter while also sharing the attention with their son. We talk about how she prioritizes her own self care in this busy life that she has. You can find Ali on IG @themomma_bee On FB- Ali Bachand On email - theplexusmommabee@gmail.com Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE the podcast while you are listening. Tag me on IG @caroline_prestano -- I would love to hear from you! Moms Full Circle Workouts are LIVE and ready for you! With your subscription you will get - 5 new workouts each week - on demand video library of past week's workouts - full workout videos - all workouts are 40 minutes or less - all workouts require just a pair of dumbbells and a resistance band These are the workouts that I am doing postpartum for a combo of strength building, endurance building and just FEELING my best! You can use the link below to check them out and join the team! http://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle

33. Giving Yourself Grace - What Does That Even Mean? We hear that phrase SO often, but have we ever really taken the time to think about what it means? I know that I assumed that giving myself grace meant that I was a failure, I was giving up or that I was simply lazy; especially when it came to my postpartum experience. In today's episode I get raw and real with you about my postpartum experience and the guilt I felt around it. I reflect on the self care I was implementing without even noticing and I touch on what I learned from that experience about grace and how I'm using it moving forward. If today's episode resonated with you, I would love to hear from you! You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano . I would love to connect with you! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE, SAVE and SHARE the podcast while you are here today!

Episode 33- Developmental Milestones- Should We Stress? (w/Dr. Brita DeStefano) This week I have Dr. Brita on the podcast! She is a Pediatric Physical Therapist based out of Denver. Dr. Brita started her own practice when she realized, through her own parenting experiences, that there was so many unknowns when it came to the physical development of our little ones. We chat about developmental milestones and what it means if you baby isn't reaching them at quite the pace the doctor would expect them to. We talk about tummy time- where did it come from and why does it matter? Towards the end we touch on all the baby gadgets (Brita calls them "containers") that are on the market and which of them she recommends adding to your registry. This was such a great conversation. Selfishly, I took away SO much from this conversation to apply to life with my 4 month old daughter and I hope that you find the same. You can find Brita on IG @progressthroughplay where she shares tons of great, free resources. You can also visit her website https://www.ptpdenver.com to find freebies, PDF guides, as well as virtual and in person ways to work with her! You can find me @Caroline_prestano or on the web www.presthelimit.com If you are looking to spice up your workout routine and get some consistency in there, check out Moms Full Circle Workouts! You will get 5 workouts every single week. The workouts are quick but SO effective. The best part? I am doing them right along with you through my postpartum journey. All of the videos are full workouts with me coaching you through. You can use the link below to subscribe today! https://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle

32. Don't Forget To Check In On Mama Too (w/Caroline Adams) This week I have Licensed Professional Counselor, Caroline Adams, on the podcast. Caroline talks about her own personal experience with postpartum depression, the difference between anxiety and intuition, mom guilt, and so much more. As a newly postpartum Mom myself, this was like my own little therapy session! Sometimes, we just need someone to tell us that we are doing a good job, that it is OK to feel how we feel, and not feel judged. You guys can find Caroline on IG @joy.inmotherhood. She shares a ton of valuable content on there all around mental health and the postpartum period. You can find me @caroline_prestano or on the web at presthelimit.com Moms Full Circle Workouts are now LIVE! This subscription based programs gives you 5 new workouts each week, an on demand video library, full workout videos, and a personalized nutrition guide. You can use the link below to subscribe and get started today! https://sutrapro.com/momsfullcircle/pricing/checkout/DPxGA6nyQvYv2R2P5dhU

31. Using Exercise to Your Advantage w/ Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness Specialist, Becca Donatell by Caroline Prestano

Episode 30- You Cannot Navigate Motherhood Alone w/ Shanna Hutcheson This week I have Shanna (@wellnessforthewin) on the podcast as a guest. We chat all about postpartum, expectations we put on ourselves, asking for help, mental health and SO much more! I've said it before and I'll just keep saying it- the reason that I created this podcast was for community and Shanna said it perfectly in this episode, "you cannot navigate motherhood alone." I think we can all agree that at some points we can be a little stubborn in asking for help- it can be so hard to admit that we need it but so necessary to do. Shanna talks about this on today's episode and what that looks like for her. You can find Shanna on IG @wellnessforthewin Be sure to check out her blog where she shares some great recipes, lifestyle tips and my favorite- Amazon Storefront! https://wellnessforthewin.com You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano presthelimit.com Be sure to SUBSCRIBE, SCREENSHOT and SHARE while you are listening. I can't wait to connect with you!

29. Staying Mindful & Intentional as Mamas (w/Emmy Colton) This week I have Emmy (@emmyapproved) on the podcast! Emmy is a Health Coach and Mama to a sweet 6 month old boy, James. We sat down to chat all about motherhood- how it has changed us, how we have grown from it and how we are prioritizing our own self care in this wild ride. Emmy practices mindfulness and intentional practices to support her in her journey as a mom and talks a little bit about this in this episode. It is so special to be able to connect with other Moms to relate to, lean on and keep in touch with from miles away. I loved this conversation with Emmy and I hope that you guys do too! You can find her: IG- @emmyapproved Web- https://www.emmyapproved.com You can find me: IG- @caroline_prestano Web- presthelimit.com Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast to stay up to date with all of our new episodes. SCREENSHOT and SHARE while you are listening so we can find you on social media!

Episode 28- Nutrition for all parts of pregnancy w/ Lindsay Taylor (Author of The Food Doula Cookbook) This week I have guest, Lindsay Taylor, on the podcast and I am so excited for you guys to hear this conversation! Lindsay is the Author of the cookbook, The Food Doula. This cookbook is broken down by trimester (first-fourth) to include recipes with quality ingredients that benefit you during each unique phase of pregnancy and beyond. Lindsay keeps the recipes simple in order to support Moms in making healthy choices for not only their babies but for themselves because Moms matter too! We chat all about key nutrients in pregnancy and postpartum, her biggest tips for morning sickness struggles, nourishing ourselves in postpartum and keeping it SIMPLE! Because we could all use a little simple in our lives, right?! You can find Lindsay on IG @the.food.doula You can find her cookbook on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Food-Doula-Cookbook-Pregnancy-Nourished/dp/1894915984/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+food+doula+cookbook&qid=1626894562&sr=8-1 You can find me on IG @caroline_prestano and on the web www.presthelimit.com Be sure to SCREENSHOT, SHARE, and TAG us while you are listening!

Episode 27- "Oh You Just Wait" - Letting Fear Take From The Present I am solo on the podcast today after weeks of awesome guests, and more to come! I am updating you guys on our 3.5 month bundle of love and chatting about fear. Fear was a huge factor in waiting to get pregnant. I assumed my life would flip upside down and not in a good way. This week I am sharing WHY I felt that way, what's bugging me about it and what the change really ended up being. I had hoped to find something like this in my pregnancy - the breakdown of exactly what was going on, what it looked like and what it felt like (not that you can ever be totally prepared). I'm hopeful that this will resonate with Mamas to be or current Mamas too! We are all in this together! Be sure to SCREENSHOT, SHARE and TAG me on IG while you are listening. You can find me @caroline_prestano presthelimit.com

Episode 26- All Things Newborn/Baby Sleep w/ Carianna from All The Sleeps This week I have Carianna, Pediatric Sleep Consultant, on the podcast. Carianna is a WEALTH of knowledge when it comes to sleep for newborns all the way up to toddlers. As a mama of a 3 month old, sleep is a hot topic around here. We chat all about sleeping through the night, whats "normal" for naps, creating the ideal sleeping environment, helping our little ones become more independent sleepers and so much more! You guys- I honestly was able to take SO much from this conversation. The simplest tips have already made a difference when it comes to nap time in our house. I hope that you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Be sure to check out Carianna's Instagram and website. She shares tons of great free information and offers 1:1 coaching and courses all around sleep! You can find her : IG- @allthesleeps FB- All The Sleeps Web- allthesleeps.com You can find me: IG- @caroline_prestano FB- PresTheLimit Web- presthelimit.com

Episode 25- The Truth About Breastfeeding (w/ Samantha Tully) This week I have RN & Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, Samantha Tully, on the podcast. I was drawn to Samantha's page by her myth busting posts around breastfeeding. She shares the FACTS and why some of the things that we may have been told may not be totally accurate. We talk about baby gas, if our diet's can affect our breastmilk, alcohol and breastfeeding, increasing milk supply, pumping, and so much more. As a first time mom, I gained so much from this conversation and felt like I could have talked to Samantha for hours about this topic. Personally, I felt a weight lifted off my shoulders and permission to take the pressure off of myself. I hope you feel the same after listening! I would HIGHLY recommend checking out her Instagram page for more myth busting, breastfeeding facts and tips. Samantha also offers online courses, consultations and e-books around popular breastfeeding topics so check those out while you are at it! You can find Samantha: Instagram- @samantha.tully Web- samanthatully.com You can find me: Instagram - @caroline_prestano Web- presthelimit.com We would love to hear from you and hear your thoughts on this episode! SCREENSHOT, SHARE and TAG us both to let us know you listened! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you are up to date with the latest episodes!

Episode 24- Recognizing Food Rules & Debunking Them (w/ Allie Landry) This week I have Virtual Dietician, Allie Landry from Make Life Peachy, on the podcast. Allie focuses on helping clients find food freedom and confidence within themselves and in their bodies. We chat all about the food rules that diet culture has instilled in us & how to go about releasing those rules from our mindsets. This was such a great conversation full of practical ways to begin letting go of food rules, separating our self worth from our bodies & food choices and finding sustainability around food. Allie shares so many great tips and thoughts on her Instagram, @makelifepeachy. I originally came across her page through other intuitive eating and food freedom accounts. I love when Allie's post come up on my feed because they are the best reminder for a mindset shift around food and the ways that we speak about ourselves and our bodies. Whether you are struggling with food freedom, looking to get started with intuitive eating or just feel like you have lost control over food and food choices, this is a great listen for you! You can find Allie: Instagram- @makelifepeachy https://www.instagram.com/make_life_peachy/ Web- https://makelifepeachy.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/makelifepeachy You can find me: Instagram- @caroline_prestano Web: http://www.presthelimit.com Facebook- http://www.facebook.com/presthelimit Be sure to hit SUBSCRIBE and SAVE while you are here to stay up to date with all new episodes! Screenshot, share, and tag us on social media while you are listening !

Episode 23- We Are Back! It has been a minute! Actually, more like a couple of months. Not much new here other than . . . WE ARE PARENTS! Our baby girl, Sophia Noel, was born on 4/25 and has turned our worlds upside down in the best way possible. I wanted to be fully present in this brand new stage of life so I took a full on maternity leave. But now we are back and the podcast has some exciting updates coming! On this week's episode I am diving into our birth story (it's a wild ride) and giving you updates on how we are doing as well as how I am prioritizing my own self care in the midst of a busy and demanding schedule. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast while you are here. You will not want to miss the newest episodes that are coming out. We will be covering topics like breastfeeding myths, postpartum nutrition, recovery from birth, pelvic floor therapy, baby sleep habits and so much more. I would LOVE to hear from you guys. Don't forget to SCREENSHOT, SHARE and TAG me while you are listening. Reach out if you found these episodes helpful or if you would like to hear from specific guests or specific topics on here! You can find me : On IG- @Caroline_prestano On the web- presthelimit.com On FB- PresTheLimit

Episode 22- Prioritizing Your Nutrition in Postpartum- with Alexandra Paetow This week I have Alexandra on the podcast as a guest. She is a Registered Dietician that specializes in working with moms in their postpartum and breastfeeding nutrition. Her business name, Thrive and Bloom Nutrition, says it all- she wants to help you THRIVE in your postpartum journey. We chat all across the board during today's episode- beginning in those early days and how we can alleviate some of the stress during that time and continuing on into motherhood and how we can best show up for ourselves in order to show up for our families. Alexandra has some really simple but helpful tips of how to optimize our nutrition in order to feel our best, especially in postpartum. I am so excited for you guys to hear today's episode! You can find her: IG- @postpartumnutritionist Web- https://thriveandbloomnutrition.com You can find me: IG- @presthelimit_fitness Web- presthelimit.com Don't forget to screen & share this out while you are listening. Tag us both so that we can connect!

Episode 21- Go Slow to Go Fast - All Things Pre and Post Natal Nutrition with Deanna and Joy (Sculpt Daily) This week I have Deanna and Joy on the podcast from @SculptDaily . Deanna and Joy are certified in pre and postnatal fitness & NASM Certified Personal Trainers. This conversation was SO helpful for me personally and I know that so many listeners will find the same. We chat all about pregnancy safe workouts and approaching postpartum safely. So many of us are guilty of trying to jump right back in to their fitness routine prior to pregnancy (me!). Deanna and Joy share ways that we can focus on healing and building our core/pelvic floor in order to benefit us for the long haul. You can find them on IG @sculptdaily or on their website https://sculptdaily.com Make sure to screenshot & share while you are listening. Tag us both! IG- @presthelimit_fitness Web- presthelimit.com FB- PresTheLimit

Episode 20- Debunking Diet Myths with Lexi This week I have Registered Dietician, Lexi, on the podcast. Lexi runs the page @bebalanced.dietitian on Instagram. As soon as I came across her page, I knew that I had to have her on! She specializes in working with active women and supporting them in finding a balance with their food choices and exercise routine. We talk all about discovering your why when it comes to exercise, rest days (should you be taking them?!), carbohydrates (are they OK to eat?!) and so much more. Basically any diet/exercise myth you’ve heard, she is sharing her thoughts on and giving us the knowledge behind why these practices may or may be not true. You can find Lexi on Instagram @bebalanced.dietitian and you can find me @presthelimit_fitness. Be sure to SCREENSHOT and SHARE while you are listening- tag us both so that we can connect!

This week I have Danielle from @Wellness4Mom on the podcast. Danielle is a Postpartum Doula and Lactation Educator. We chat all about postpartum for moms - common struggles, how she can help and how prioritizing YOUR overall health will benefit both you and baby during this journey. You can find Danielle on IG @wellness4mom . She shares tons of great tips and information around struggles such as Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety as well as education around breastfeeding and taking care of ourselves during this new chapter. Danielle is also launching a program for Postpartum Mamas that is completely individualized so be sure to check that out as well! You can find me on IG @presthelimit_fitness . Check out my coaching services and latest blog posts at presthelimit.com Don’t forget to hit SUBSCRIBE while you are here. SCREENSHOT and SHARE while you listen. Your support is what helps to build this community!

Episode 18- All About Breastfeeding with Summer Friedmann This week I have Lactation Consultant, Summer Friedmann, on the podcast. Summer shares such valuable information about breastfeeding. The best part is that she shares it in little tie bits so that as new moms, or just busy moms in general, we can quickly get the answers that we are seeking. On today’s episode we talk all things breastfeeding- common misconceptions, understanding milk supply, cluster feeding, the first few days after birth and so much more. Whether you are a first time mom, like me, or seasoned mama- this is such a great listen! You guys can find Summer on IG @donenaturally as well as Done Naturally on Facebook and YouTube. I highly recommend checking out her YouTube for some quick videos ranging from latching a baby, making sure your baby is getting enough milk, breastfeeding myths and so much more! You can find me on IG @presthelimit_fitness as well as on Facebook. I would love for you to reach out, let me know that you’re listening ! If you’re looking for virtual or in person personal training or nutrition coaching you can check out PresTheLimit.com

Episode 17 -- Keeping It Simple & Doing What Makes You Feel Good (w/Amanda Mills) This week I have Amanda Mills on the podcast. Amanda is a Certified Barre and Cycle instructor, Personal Trainer and Holistic Nutritionist to be. She has the most adorable little girl at home and a second baby on the way! We chat all about how Amanda approaches fitness with her clients (both virtually and in person). We dive into the benefits of a holistic health approach and how those habits lead to sustainability. Amanda has also made an effort to introduce her daughter to a wide variety of foods (check out her Instagram for some hilarious food fails!). We talked about how she went about doing that and why she felt it was important to her daughter’s future views towards her own nutrition. Towards the end Amanda touches on how she has been feeling in her second pregnancy and how she is approaching her nutrition and fitness in this experience. Spoiler: it doesn’t involve lying on the couch all day and eating potato chips! But don’t worry, we give you some delicious alternatives that will actually contribute towards you feeling a little bit better too ! You can check Amanda out on Instagram @amandamillswellness or on the web at www.amandamillswellness.com As always you can find me : IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB - PresTheLimit Web - www.presthelimit.com

Listen you guys, pregnancy is uncomfortable!!! Our bodies are going through some crazy changes and we are left feeling not only the physical side effects but the mental ones as well. Don't get me wrong, I would do it all over again but what if we could alleviate some of those discomforts?! Today I am sharing some of the ways I have been supporting my body in this process through nutrition, exercise, self care and mindset. I preface with, this is what worked for ME. And although I think many of these practices could help you too, I always recommend getting clearance from your doctor and doing what works best for you. My goal with this podcast, and specifically this pregnancy series, is to create a community of women that can uplift and support each other in this journey so that we feel less along and more supported. You can reach out to me on IG @presthelimit_fitness. I would love to hear from you! Web- presthelimit.com FB- PresTheLimit

Episode 15- Tuning Out The Dieting Noise & Reconnecting With Ourselves This week I have Holistic Health Coach, Kristin Ryan, on the podcast. We chat about the many realms of health and how they may be impacting you. We talk about things like self care (no, not just bubble baths and Netflix binges), setting boundaries, taking labels away from foods and trusting our intuition without all the “dieting noise” impacting our decisions and thoughts. Kristin’s insight towards health as a whole picture and simply tuning into our own feelings towards foods is such a breath of fresh air! Whether you are struggling with restrictive eating, choices on the weekends, negative self talk or you are just interested in hearing more about holistic health and how it impacts your relationship with food and/or exercise, this is a great listen! You can find Kristin on a few platforms: IG- @thrivewithten Web- thrivewithten.com And she hosts the podcast Holistic Happy Hour (@holistichappyhourpod) where she has some really great guests on talking all things attainable health and wellness.

Episode 14- Our Standards & Society’s Standards for Postpartum vs. Sustainability This week I have Brooke Miller on the podcast. Brooke is a dietician and mama that promotes intuitive eating and supports women in creating lasting, sustainable habits with their health. She is also the co-host of The Diet Riot Podcast and co-founder of The Diot Riot Membership. She talks about the awesome community that this membership has created and the valuable resources that come with it during our chat today! We chat all about diet and exercise in pregnancy vs. postpartum - the grace that we (and society) tend to give ourselves during pregnancy but not as much during postpartum. Brooke shares her tips for mamas entering their postpartum journey (selfishly, me!) as well as some valuable ideas for beginning your journey with intuitive eating and hopping off the diet train! You can find Brooke in a couple of places on social media. For her personal page and 1:1 coaching: @nutrition.for.mamas For the podcast and membership information: @diet.rioters We would love for you to SCREENSHOT and SHARE on your social media while you are listening. Don’t forget to tag us both so that we can connect with you! @presthelimit_fitness Presthelimit.com prestanofit@gmail.com

Episode 13- Taking Power Over Your Health This week I have Amanda LaPorte on the podcast. Amanda brings a whole bunch of knowledge to the table with her background in exercise science and her current work towards becoming a Registered Dietician. We chat all about diet culture - how it has created restrictive eating habits and food guilt and how we can overcome those feelings. We also chat about the “no so sexy” side of health - you know, things like you cholesterol, bone health, family background. The things that many of us feel like we don’t need to care about now but maybe we should! Amanda has some simple and practical tips for creating sustainable habits in both your nutrition and your fitness that will not only bring you results but make you FEEL good. You can find Amanda on Instagram @theflexing_flexitarian Don’t forget to share and tag us in your stories while you are listening! @presthelimit_fitness

Episode 12- Trendy Diets Ever find yourself falling into the trap of all the trends? Suddenly you can’t figure out why you bought that tie dye jump suit, or why you are drinking green juice every morning or why you are no longer allowed to eat bread! It’s so easy to fall into the trends, especially when they are surrounding us in the social media world. With trendy diets, they are promising fast weight loss and quick results so of course we jump on board! But we forget to think about the sustainability of it all. Is it something we can do for the long haul? Is it something that we WANT to do for the long haul? Or are we going to feel way too restricted and miserable after a couple months ? This week I am touching on the KETO diet, PLANT BASED diet and INTERMITTENT FASTING. I’m sharing my thoughts on all 3 approaches- when they may be beneficial and when I would suggest avoiding them. I’m also sharing how I approach nutrition with my clients in order to create sustainable habits that are actually enjoyable to them. I am currently accepting nutrition clients and would LOVE to work with you. You can reach out to me by email (see below) to get more information and see if we would be a good fit. All nutrition coaching is currently being offered virtually. Email- prestanofit@gmail.com IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB- PresTheLimit Web- presthelimit.com

Episode 11- Let’s Bring It Back to January 1st Let’s go back to those good old New Years intentions. Yes, intentions and not goals. If you missed our New Years intentions episode, head on back over to that one. I have Keith on and we chat all about intentions vs. goals and why we choose intentions. On today’s episode I am challenging you to have an honest conversation with yourself. Bring back those intentions and ask yourself -- did I stick to them? Did I set up my daily actions and actually hold myself accountable? Did I set myself up for success or did I create an unrealistic expectation? Don’t worry, I am right there with you. In fact, I take you through my own reflection of one of my intentions and **spoiler alert** it’s not all perfect! As always, I would love for you to share out the podcast, especially if you know someone that could benefit from the information that is shared on here. That’s why I love doing this -- to create a community and get to know all of you! You can find me on social media: IG - @presthelimit_fitness FB- PresTheLimit Web- presthelimit.com

This week we have guest, Vitalia Albertson, on the podcast. Vitalia has used her first birth experience in order to educate and empower herself and take charge of her second birth and postpartum journey. We talk about the holistic side of health and healing ; how can we prepare our bodies for pregnancy? How can we support our bodies, naturally, in pregnancy and postpartum to alleviate some of the common discomforts that come along with those journeys? This was such a great conversation for me, personally, as I head into the third trimest. I am anxious (as you can imagine!) and am wanting to soak in all the knowledge to prepare myself and empower myself in this next journey ahead. Even if you are not pregnant, this is a great resource for setting your body up for a more comfortable pregnancy and long term in your postpartum. You can find Vitalia on IG @vitaliaalbertson I highly recommend giving her a follow! She is such a bright light in sharing all things post partum, birth preparation and pregnancy. She also shares the realities of postpartum and the importance of advocating for yourself and doing what is best for you and your family! If you enjoyed today’s episode, PLEASE screenshot & share it on your stories. Tag Vitalia and myself @presthelimit_fitness . This podcast is all about building a community and supporting one another in our journeys so let’s get to know each other!

This week I sit down (virtually through Zoom!) with Holistic Health Coach, Kayla Brandon. Kayla is such a bright light in the world of Instagram and I enjoyed our conversation SO much! We chat about her pregnancy journey thus far; her fitness routine, how her mindset has shifted, and giving up control on this journey where we don't have much say in what our bodies are doing. It was such a refreshing conversation! For moms to be, current moms, or those planning for pregnancy in their future- this is a MUST listen. We share the parts of pregnancy that aren't necessary publicly talked about and Kayla shares how her mindset has supported her through those challenges. You can find Kayla on IG @Kayla__brandon or visit her website & sign up for her weekly newsletters kaylabrandon.com

This week I have Dietitian, Kayla Michaud, on as a guest. Kayla is a mama to an adorable 2 month old boy, online Dietitian and fitness inspiration! We chat about new mom life, being flexible with a newborn's routine (or lack thereof!) and still prioritizing yourself and your health during those chaotic times. Kayla chats about how she navigates this time & the reminders she gives herself to slow down and soak it all in (advice I think lots of us could benefit from!) You can find Kayla on IG @kaymich_fitlife She also runs a private FB group with weekly workouts and more! You can find that on FB under Health Wins.

New Year New Me? No Thanks!! This week we have my husband, Keith, on the podcast to talk all about New Years intentions vs. New Years goals. We know that 2020 was a struggle, to say the least. But to think that that struggle is going to magically end just because we entered a new year would be naive. We are approaching this year with intentions, rather than goals or resolutions. We are setting ourselves up for habits that we can sustain year long & growth that we can continue to make over these next 12 months. Come chat with us to hear about WHAT our intentions are, WHY we are setting them and HOW we are setting them and sticking to them. Don't forget to reach out to us with your intentions or if you need help coming up with them! It's all about the accountability. You can find Keith @keithprestano and me @presthelimit_fitness

This week on the podcast we have Health Coach, Kim Della Porta, joining us! Kim and I met through the many connections of the health and wellness industry. And it just so happens that we live in the same town! Kim is a Mom of two adorable little boys, runs her own business as an online Health Coach and is the queen of balance (if you ask me)! On this week’s episode we dive into Kim’s journey with her own health as well as her journey into her role as a Health Coach. She gives some really simple and effective tips on navigating showing up as Mom while still also remembering your own self care. Selfishly, I was loving this conversation as I prepare for my new journey into motherhood. She gave some solid advice that I know I will for sure be taking! You can find Kim on all social platforms: IG - @kimdellaportahealthcoaching FB- Kim Della Porta Health Coaching Web- kimdellaportahealthcoaching.com ** she has a Jumpstart Program beginning 1/4/21 to help kickstart the new year with sustainable, healthy habits! Check that out on her website! **

Although pregnancy is such an exciting time for us mamas to be, we (myself included) tend to find anxiety in trying to do everything right for our baby. Are we eating the most nutrient dense foods? Is our prenatal vitamin enough? Are we allowed to eat that? We are trying to make sure we move everyday but then . . . are we allowed to do that exercise?! The vast amount of information and opinions out there are enough to put us over the edge and just confine ourselves to our safe bubble. My number one tip, always, is to educate yourself. So this week, I'm helping you out with that. We are chatting all things exercise in pregnancy - what's safe, how much is recommended, how to find the motivation, when not to exercise and so much more! If you liked today's episode, make sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE button so that you don't miss out on future episodes. You can find me on social media: IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB- PresTheLimit Web- presthelimit.com

Episode 5- Feeling Fragile I'm catching ya'll up on life over the last couple of weeks. We are chatting all things #dogmom life, new kitchen gadgets making some BOMB recipes for us, what my workouts are looking like, and my feelings on treating pregnancy as a fragile process. And of course the ever important debate - is it too early for Christmas? You can find me on social media: IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB - PresTheLimit Web - presthelimit.com PLEASE be sure to subscribe and rate the podcast. Your support means the world!

Episode 4- Weight Gain During Pregnancy There are so many dang rules and regulations about your weight during pregnancy. So much so, that we even get broken down criteria week by week of what to expect to happen to our bodies. I'm sorry but you and I are not the same person and should not be lumped into the same boat. Not to mention . . . the stress!! This week I am chatting all about my thoughts on weight gain during pregnancy and how to continue to have a healthy pregnancy without obsession over the scale and the "rules." You can find me on social media: IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB: PresTheLimit Web: presthelimit.com PLEASE subscribe and rate the podcast while you are here, your support means the world!

This week Keith (my husband) is on as a very special guest. He is sharing his version of the last few months, what he is most excited for and his honest opinion about some of my pregnancy emotions and cravings! We had so much fun recording this episode and reminiscing on the last few months. If you have ever wondered what early pregnancy looks like from a man's perspective, look no further! Keith is getting pretty real with you all. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. While you are at it, I would love for you to RATE and COMMENT on the podcast as well. You can find me on social media: IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB- PresTheLimit Web- presthelimit.com You can find Keith on Instagram @athleticprospects_performance

Well . . . the cat's out of the bag. WE ARE PREGNANT! Still sounds and feels so weird to say. We are adjusting, in the best way possible. As someone that has been through countless rollercoasters with my fitness and my nutrition, pregnancy has thrown quite the curveball to me. And if I do say so myself, I am knocking this one out of the park! Or at least hitting a nice little double to score a run (husband- are you proud of my baseball talk?) To my moms out there- you get me! Pregnancy rocks our world but in the best way. It challenges us. It makes us question our bodies. It challenges our confidence. But it is all so worth it. I have already learned so much about myself and have come to value my body for so much more than just it's physical appearance. Today's episode I am chatting all about the first trimester and how my view of health and healthy practices have evolved and changes in these last few months. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast! I would love for you to rate and comment while you are here. You can find me on social media: IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB: PresTheLimit The Web: presthelimit.com

Welcome to the Health Without Limits Podcast! This week's episode is a quick, down and dirty share of what this podcast is all about (don't mind my awkward rambling . . . you will get used to it!). I am so excited to share this new journey of my life with you all and to have some pretty cool guests on here to support us ladies as well. Grab your glass of wine and let's dive in! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so that you are up to date on all things HWL. I would love for you to rate & comment on the podcast while you're here. You can find me on social media: IG- @presthelimit_fitness FB: PresTheLimit Web: presthelimit.com