Iron Impact

A little life update followed by a discussion all about your relationship with food and how to establish a healthier one. Food will always be there, you will always need to eat, so learning how to create a healthier relationship with food is something that can improve your life tremendously. I get into my own relationship with food, what I did to help it, and some tips to help you with yours. This is not meant to be medical advice, and if you have an eating disorder, or disordered eating, seek out the help of a qualified professional. Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessLearn more about coaching www.ironimpactcoaching.com

We all struggle, but those who are successful don't quit. In this episode I break down the characteristics of those who are successful versus those who aren't and remind you of how real life is well, real. For coaching learn more and apply hereFollow me on IG @meganashleyfitness

Is stress killing your progress? We live in this society that rewards the hustle, the constant grind, the always being "on" but where stress and stress related conditions are also at an all time high. In this episode of Iron Impact, I take a deeper dive into stress, cortisol, some of the issues that may arise as a result of chronic stress, and what you can do about it. As always, if you have any questions, shoot me a DM over on instagram @meganashleyfitness For coaching or comprehensive test inquiries apply here 

When you try to be great at everything, you end up being great at nothing. When it comes to your goals and your life you need to figure out what you want and prioritize accordingly. In this episode I go into why balance is BS and what you should do instead. 

Your training doesn't change regardless of your phase. Dieting- train hard. Growing- train hard. Learn more about the importance of training and muscle on this episode of Iron Impact.

Trying to tone your muscles is like having one foot on the gas and the other on the brake. You can push as hard as you can, but you’re gonna get nowhereYou can’t tone a muscle, and anyone who tries to tell you that you can, has zero clue what they’re talking about.Having that “toned” look is having more muscle and less body fat. You don’t get “toned” but lifting light weights for high reps, eating clean, and doing a ton of cardio.You get “toned” by trying to get strong AF, lifting heavy, training hard, and pushing yourself further and further every dayIf you’re afraid of getting too big and too bulky, you’re never going to get that physique you want. Sorry. Not sorry. Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessLearn more about coaching here

Maybe you have been told you have IBS, or maybe you just have GI symptoms like gas, bloating, abdominal pain, and thought you should try an elimination diet or low FODMAP diet. FODMAPS are fermentable carbohydrates that may be hard for some to digest causing GI symptoms. When these foods are avoided, some people’s symptoms go away.I cover who may benefit from a low FODMAP diet, what a FODMAP diet is, and other things you can do to help relieve your GI symptomsFollow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessLearn more about coaching and gut health here

Should you do an elimination diet? Do they actually help? What do food sensitivities really look like? What other options are available?I break down all of this and more!Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessFor coaching inquiries, check out the TM page here

Digestion is the most important thing. It's not about what you eat, it's about what you eat, digest, absorb and assimilate. In this episode I give a general intro to the anatomy and physiology of digestion and get into some of the causes of your digestive issues.Symptoms such as gas, bloating, constipation and diarrhea are common, but not normal.Hope you guys learn a lot from this episode and get some takeaways about how you can optimize your digestion right away. As always, you can find me on IG hereLearn more about coaching and my Gut Health Evaluation here

The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know. I think, especially now, it is easy to sit there and compare your day one to someone's day 500, but honestly we all have a day one, we all start somewhere, and we all restart a hundred times before we continue. I used to be clueless, I did so many "right"things for years that did nothing to help me reach my goals. I held myself back, I limited myself, and I was afraid of doing what I really needed to do. The more I learn now, the more I realize I have no clue what I am doing, but the more mistakes I continue to make, the better I become. I know so many of you can relate. Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessFor coaching inquiries, click here to learn more and apply

All about macros. Should you track them? What are they? What are the benefits of tracking macros? How do I figure out my macros? When should I adjust them?I get into all these questions and more in this episode of Iron Impact. Macros are my preferred way to help people learn more about the food they’re eating and help them reach their goals. Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessLearn more about coaching here

In this episode Laura King and I talk about what’s wrong with the fitness industry, things that you should be focusing on, and more. With New Years coming, when people are looking to make change in their health and fitness, so many companies and shitty coaches try to take advantage of people, it's important to be able to differentiate between the BS and people who truly want to help. Take a listen and let me know what you think!Follow Laura on IG @LiftWithLaura_Follow me on IG @MeganAshleyFitnessApply for coaching here

On this episode of the Iron Impact podcast I have Abriana Bayer, Licensed Massage Therapist on to talk about all things recovery, body work, and the importance of regular massages. We get into how to find a reputable massage therapist, how to get the most out of your session, understanding pain and where the root cause may be, and more. You can find Abriana on IG @abriana_bayer Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessLearn more about coaching here

You can’t expect the results from the work you didn’t do. So many people say they want something, but are unwilling to make the sacrifices and shift their priorities and actually do the things they need to do in order to reach their goals.In episode 13 I give you a little bit of a reality check that not everyone is ready to hear. Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitness

In this episode, Amanda Montalvo, a Registered Dietician and Functional Nutritionist who specializes in helping women have better periods and I talk all about hormonal birth control and it's effects on your body. If you are on hormonal birth control or ever taken it, we talk about what you should consider, supplements you can take to help support your body, and ways you can track how your body is doing. We also talk a little about estrogen dominance and PCOS.You can find Amanda on IG @hormonehealingRDSign up for her email list The Feminine PeriodicalMore info on her blog about the side effects of birth control here , more about birth control here, and transitioning off birth control here You can follow me on IG @meganashleyfitness Learn more about coaching here

Macros and energy balanceUnderstanding both sides of the equation are important when it comes to making progress towards your goalMost people pay too much attention to one side, but forget the other. It’s not just about the right macros and calories you’re consuming, but it is about what your body needs to train, recover, and reach your goals.There is more to consider than just calories in and calories outIn episode 12 of the Iron Impact Podcast, I break it all down for youFollow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessCoaching inquiries at Team Mihaly

The holidays used to make me so stressed out and anxious that I never even enjoyed them. I put together some tips to help you not only survive, but thrive this holiday season. Find me on IG @meganashleyfitnessFor coaching inquiries- Team Mihaly

Biofeedback- what is it and why does it matter?Your body is sending you messages, how it responds or doesn't respond can be a sign. In episode 10 I go deeper into some of the things you can measure and pay attention to, to get real time feedback as to how your body is is doing. At the end of the day your body cares about survival, not about your goals, so learn to work with it, not against it. Find me on IG @meganashleyfitnessFor coaching inquiries click here

It depends. One of the most frustrating answers to hear, but the most truthful ones. Everything you do is for a reason, and everything you do depends on everything else you're doing. Context matters when it comes to your macros, training, cardio, and what you should be doing, how you do it and why you do it.IG @meganashleyfitnessCoaching

Too many people focus on the wrong things. They put there energy and effort into caring more about the results, more about supplements, and less about what they need to be doing to see results. Here's my top things you should pay more attention to when it comes to your fitness goals.Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessFor coaching inquiries click here

Your life is your responsibility Your goals are your responsibility No one can do the work for you Stop letting outside circumstances dictate your life and decisions It’s your responsibility to set yourself up for success and to make the choices that align with your goals Stop letting things happen to you and take control, take charge and start making things happen. You must take responsibility of what you want and be willing to do what it takes to get there. No one is doing the work for youFollow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessLearn more about coaching here

If there was one universal rule to life, I think it would be this, own your decisionsIf you’re going to do something, do it, own it. Stop doing things and then waking up the next day feeling guilty or ashamedStop defending things you don’t need to, stop explaining yourself to people who don’t deserve explanations, stop downplaying your decisionsWhat makes you happy?What do you prioritize?What is best for you?What is right for you, may not be right for someone else. What is right at one moment, may not be right at another, but one thing is for certain, if you’re going to do something, own it.Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessLearn more about coaching here

Your perspective matters. Are you negative or positive? Do you struggle with all or nothing thinking? Do you have the ability to adapt and overcome challenges? How do you manage stress? All of these matter when it comes to reaching your goals, living your life, and being the best version of you. Follow me on IG @meganashleyfitnessI love hearing your feedback, comments, and thoughts. My DM's are open!

YOU VS YOUWhat did you do to get better today? I think we get too caught up in comparing ourselves to other people, either in an inspirational and motivational way or in a way that makes ourselves feel like not enough.Follow me on IG: @meganashleyfitness

In episode 3 I get into some of the mistakes I made when trying to reach my goals, from what I did, to what I ate, and how I approached life. While I learned a lot, I could have saved myself a lot of time, money, and frustration doing things differently. Follow me on IG: meganashleyfitnessLearn more and apply for coaching: Coach Megan Ashley

Welcome to Episode number 2. We talk all about your goals, what you want, and what you need to do to reach them.Follow me on IG: MeganAshleyFitness