Love Yourself Naked

I am so incredibly honoured to share another episode in the transformation series with my client Leanne. Leanne is a mom, fiance, and self-proclaimed stand-up comedian who struggled with being the "fat kid" as a child, and fighting against being the "fat friend" throughout adulthood. At 46 years old, Leanne shares how through the Food Freedom Approach, she's been able to learn to love herself in the most genuine way - no measurements attached. In the episode, we chat about Leanne's struggles with body image, weight and external validation How working with a personal trainer & macro-focused nutrition coach sent her into self-sabotage mode Binge eating, sugar cravings & food guilt How she shows up differently in the world now How intuitive eating is like dating Leanne's advice for anyone struggling with their weight If Leanne's story speaks to you, I would love to chat about how your life can transform by working with me! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Email: chelsea@thefoodfreedomist.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply for coaching⁠

Welcome back to the show!! We've had a bit of a hiatus but I'm so excited to be behind the mic again with a very real, raw, and vulnerable episode. I recently had the incredible opportunity to attend, and present at, Inspire and Awaken - a 2 day wellness summit that was themed "Embracing Authenticity". This event has impacted me in SO many ways - some of which I share in today's episode. But it has also inspired me to be seen. In the episode, we chat about: Why I've been MIA Some previously undisclosed BTS of my ED How I spent $200k on food My journey to finding authenticity by coaching weight loss Starting a cleaning company Things I've been feeling shame around lately Also mentioned in the episode: Ally Stone The Inspired Leader Episode #43 This one is really juicy (and really real) so buckle up! Also, TW for those who may be really struggling with food as I do share some intimate parts of my ED journey. Ready to take your journey to the next level and finally put that food noise to rest? ⁠⁠You can apply for coaching here⁠⁠! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply for Coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: chelsea@the.foodfreedomist.com

Can you relate: You're constantly thinking about what you're going to eat, how much, at what time, whether or not it's the "right" thing, too much, how it's going to impact your weight. You're always doing math in your head about how many calories, carbs, protein, etc. is in your food. You feel bad if you eat "junk food" and immediately go to work planning how you'll get back "on track" The list of food noise experiences goes on. But these are a few of the most common. Food noise is no stranger in my life, and it's taken me time and lots of intention to quiet it, but I want you to know that it is possible to not have food run the show. In the episode, we chat about: What food noise is Why we experience it How diets & weight loss make it worse 3 tools to help you quiet it (plus one bonus) Also mentioned in the episode: Kelly's episode Leslie's episode Intuitive Eating Study Ready to take your journey to the next level and finally put that food noise to rest? ⁠You can apply for coaching here⁠! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply for Coaching⁠⁠⁠ Email: chelsea@the.foodfreedomist.com

Today's episode is one that has been on my heart to share for awhile. As the story continues to unfold, it's felt more and more challenging to sit down and record, because it feels like there is so much to share. Those of you who follow me on socials have probably seen bits a pieces of my journey over the last 6 months going through the process of potentially getting diagnosed with MS (multiple sclerosis). In today's episode, I share all the behind the scenes with you, as well as the experiences of body grief that have accompanied my body changing. We chat about: The initial onset of symptoms My cycling accident precipitating medical investigation Being diagnosed and undiagnosed with MS How the brain damage has impacted my day-to-day function Body grief - the what, how, and why (for me, and you) If you haven't already listened to the episode with Brianna Campos on body grief, I would strongly recommend circling back to it at some point. Listen here. You can follow her on instagram @bodyimagewithbri As mentioned in the episode, if you are struggling with experiences of body grief, or your relationship with food, I would love to support you. ⁠You can apply for coaching here⁠ Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply for Coaching⁠⁠⁠ Email: chelsea@the.foodfreedomist.com

Today's conversation might feel a bit heavy for some of you, but gosh it needs to be had. I can count on one hand the number of women I know who would say they don't struggle with their weight, or their body image in some capacity and this episode is going to dive into the WHY, as well as offer you a new perspective. We chat about: Weight stigma and fat shaming How fat bias is a system of oppression Some of the reasons why you may believe you'll be happier if you were in a smaller body Myths about fatness The episode was inspired by a post I saw recently by another creator, Chrissy King. You can find the original post in conversation ⁠here⁠ If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to share, leave and review and reach out to let me know you're tuning in! As always, if you are struggling with your body image and your relationship with food, I would love to work with you! You can apply for coaching here Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply for Coaching⁠⁠ Email: chelsea@the.foodfreedomist.com

The lovely Allison Hanks joins me today to tackle a different side of self-love, body acceptance and intuitive eating - finding joy in movement. Allison is a group fitness instructor in Loveland Colorado who has a passion for de-stigmatizing fitness as a one size fits all, weight centric space. She is a huge advocate for accessibility and inclusivity in health and wellness so that all bodies can experience what it's like to feel healthy and strong. We chat about: How her fitness journey started and why she decided to start teaching classes How to stay motivated with fitness goals The common assumptions about fitness, and fitness red flags Body dysmorphia Coping with bad body image days What to do if you struggle with motivation and consistency I LOVE the advice Allison provides in this episode and I know that you will too! Connect with Allison: ⁠⁠⁠@allisonhanksfitness on Instagram Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠www.thefoodfreedomist.com⁠ Email: chelsea@thefoodfreedomist.com

If you have ever struggled with food guilt, bingeing, picking your body apart and obsessing about the number on the scale, today's episode is for you! My very recently graduated client - Emmylou - joins me to share about how she went from weighing herself 6 times a day, tracking everything she ate, and being consumed by physique goals to where she is now....an intuitive eater! In the episode, we chat about Her struggles with bingeing, purging and feeling controlled by food and the scale prior to my program Her biggest fear in taking the leap to seek my support How the non-nutrition work we did impacted her mindset around food and body The connections made between childhood experiences and her adult relationship with food How to become a breakfast girlie Why body acceptance has been the biggest challenge (and blessing) I absolutely love being able to share these real life experiences and transformations to give you a true behind the scenes glimpse into what is possible for you by joining one of my Food Freedom Coaching Programs. Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Email: chelsea@thefoodfreedomist.com ⁠⁠⁠Apply for coaching⁠

Sherri Wright-Schwietz - my new (self-proclaimed) bestie joins me on today's episode! Sherri is a 51 year old Calgarian, a VP for ATP wealth, a mama, lover of humans and fellow diet culture rebel. At a recent leadership event I attended, Sherri spoke about success. In particular, the beliefs we have - especially as women - of what success looks like. This of course includes size, shape, and all things appearance. In the episode, we chat about: Sherri's childhood imprints of what a woman's body "should" look like The loss of two organs in the pursuit of thinness What it means to "look good, feel good" What we are made to believe success looks like, vs what it actually looks like The lies we are told as women that lead to this confusion Advice she would give her younger self (and all of you) Sherri is one of the most beautiful humans I have had the pleasure of meeting and I am so grateful to get to share her with you! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠www.thefoodfreedomist.com⁠ Email: chelsea@thefoodfreedomist.com

Jaime Morgan joins me today to share about a new layer of healing untouched on the LYN podcast - healing from the loss of interpersonal romantic relationships. Kelsey is a content creator, pet mom (to many!) and lover of all humans. Her mission is to spread joy and help women discover confidence in their here and now body, instead of waiting for a fantasy weight loss goal. We chat about: Why we try to control our relationships & relationship outcomes The connection between controlling her relationship and Jaime's eating disorders How she healed after the divorce from her spouse of 15 years The biggest barriers that hold people back from finding all forms of healing Jaime's signature 4 step blueprint to letting go So often we think of our relationships with others as independent from our relationships with ourselves, but the healing goes hand-in-hand and looks very similar so for those of you on any healing journey - body image, food, self-love, divorce, etc. - this episode will feel like such a warm hug! Connect with Jaime: ⁠⁠@thejaimemorgan⁠ on Instagram Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠www.thefoodfreedomist.com Email: chelsea@thefoodfreedomist.com

Kelsey Melenson joins me today to chat all things self love, body acceptance and letting go of diet culture to find the healthiest, happiest version of yourself. Kelsey is a content creator, pet mom (to many!) and lover of all humans. Her mission is to spread joy and help women discover confidence in their here and now body, instead of waiting for a fantasy weight loss goal. We chat about: Kelsey's dieting history Her journey to recovery from Binge Eating Disorder Why losing weight didn't heal her body image The importance of having a strong support system Red flags of diet culture How to start cultivating a sense of self love Kelsey is such a joy of a human, I know you will love her as much as I do! Connect with Kelsey: ⁠@kelseymelenson on Instagram Connect with Chelsea: ⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠ on Instagram ⁠www.thefoodfreedomist.com

Today's episode invites Brianna Campos on to chat about a transformative topic when embarking on an intuitive eating & body image healing journey - body grief. Brianna (Bri) Campos (she/her), LPC, is a licensed mental health counselor based in New Jersey. As a body image educator and the founder of Body Image With Bri, she's passionate about all things body image and practices through the lenses of Health at Every Size® and Intuitive Eating. Utilizing a fat positive approach, she combines her clinical skills and lived experience to teach others how to maneuver through their own individual body image exploration. She specializes in body image education including her unique framework on body grief.  We chat about: What body grief is Navigating the desire to lose weight with finding body acceptance How to cope with judgment in a fat phobic society Navigating a weight-centric health care system Why weight loss is not the solution to improved body satisfaction This episode is definitely making top of my list! Connect with Bri: @bodyimagewithbri on Instagram www.bodyimagewithbri.com Connect with Chelsea: @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram www.thefoodfreedomist.com

Kristie Messerli joins me this week to do a little myth busting and share some incredible insight into the world of Type 2 Diabetes management and prevention. Kristie is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator who has a passion for teaching people with Type 2 Diabetes how to manage their blood sugars without restrictive diets, cutting carbs or blaming their weight. In the episode, we chat about How a low carb diet can actually INCREASE insulin resistance Why no foods are off-limit for her clients (including those with sugar) The role of weight in the development of Type 2 Diabetes Risks for developing Type 2 Diabetes Why it's normal for blood sugars to spike Tips for managing & preventing diabetes This was such a great conversation and will be so enlightening for anyone who has been struggling with a fear of sugar, carbs, or shame around weight gain and a diabetes diagnosis. Connect with Chelsea: ⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠ on Instagram Email: chelsea@thefoodfreedomist.com ⁠Apply for coaching⁠ Connect with Kristie: ⁠@type2diabetes.nutritionist⁠ on Instagram ⁠www.dietitiankristie.com⁠

Are you ready to stop the unhealthy dieting cycles that make you feel ashamed and hating your body? Do you wish you could just eat normal, without constantly thinking about if what you're choosing is "bad" and going to make you gain weight? If you're ready to finally learn how to eat in tune with your body's needs, without losing control or feeling guilty, you will want to get in on April's group coaching cohort! For the month of February I am offering the first FIVE women to apply a discounted rate and a 1 hour private transformation session!! Click here to apply.⁠ This cohort features AMAZING guest expert sessions with doctors, scientists, and leaders in the body image field, as well as a virtual wellness retreat to wrap things up. This is your last chance to lock in before rates increase in March so make sure to take advantage of this offer! In this week's episode, we chat about: Signs that you are struggling with the scale Why we fear gaining weight  What I used to do to prevent weight gain  The role of the weight centric medical system  How to heal your relationship with the scale If you resonate with what you hear today, I'd love to support you inside the Collective! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply for Coaching⁠ Email: chelsea@the.foodfreedomist.com

Today's episode presents to you Amy Nicole Cohen! Amy and I met at a yoga event in 2023 and when I learned more about her story, I knew she would be an incredible inspiration to have on the show. Amy is a mom, multiple business owner, and huge advocate of self-care and women's wellness. We chat about: Amy's journey to becoming a business owner of a make-up school in New York How she then branched into running experiential events The important of time blocking to ensure wellness practices are a priority in our busy lives Why restrictive approaches to movement, nutrition & wellness as a whole don't work How to cultivate self-confidence independent of your appearance Amy is a breath of fresh air for female entrepreneurs, leaders, and the gal pals who are simply just looking to up-level their self-image. Connect with Amy: @amynicolecohen on Instagram @chicstudios on Instagram @the_chic_experience on Instagram Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply for Coaching⁠ Email: chelsea@the.foodfreedomist.com

Applications for the February 2024 Group Coaching Cohort are OPEN! And for this session only, I will be offering one sponsorship into the program! If you are tired of yo-yo dieting, and are ready to create healthy habits that last, click here to apply. You don't want to miss this cohort because there are AMAZING guest expert sessions, a virtual wellness retreat, and this is your last chance to join before rates increase in March. In this week's episode, we dive into common intuitive eating "fails", or what you may think is holding you back, or won't work for you. I share some wicked dieting & disordered eating statistics, as well as the solutions to get unstuck if you are feeling confused about what steps to take next on your intuitive eating journey. If you are an avid listener, I would love for you to leave a rating & review on whatever platform you listen to! Let's help change the narrative around food and body this year. Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠Apply for Coaching Email: chelsea@the.foodfreedomist.com

My former client Leslie joins me this week to share her experience in my 12 week 1:1 Food Freedom Program. Leslie came to me in September when she was feeling rock bottomed in her dieting pursuits, but still having a desire to lose 70 lbs. She was binging daily, eating good when she was on track, and "junk" when she wasn't, and finding it difficult to take care of herself by so much as showering. Today, Leslie is a COMPLETELY different woman. Listen to find out how! Leslie will also be a member of group coaching starting this February! To join the February cohort and start your food freedom transformation, ⁠⁠you can apply here⁠⁠! Stay tuned for updates from her next 12 weeks. In the episode, we chat about Her dieting history and the impact of growing up in diet culture How her desire to lose weight almost prevented her from working with me The healthy habits that we implemented How she's been able to eat whatever she wants without binging and gaining weight How she's learned to manage cravings Navigating diet talk amongst friends and in other social settings If you are feeling like you're in a dieting rock bottom and not sure what the next step is for you, Leslie's story will be sure to provide you some inspiration and insight! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠ on Instagram Email: chelsea@thefoodfreedomist.com ⁠⁠Apply for coaching⁠

Catherine Wreford - a mom, winner of the Amazing Race Canada season 8, Broadway dancer, former nurse, and terminal brain cancer fighter joins me today to share her story of overcoming and healing from diet culture, hustle culture and settling for less than she deserves in life. I invited Catherine onto the show after seeing a post she made about having food freedom over the holidays. The biggest message she shares in this episode is "just do it". Make the changes you want to make BEFORE your back is up against the wall. Don't take one single moment for granted. Don't let others take you for granted. Don't let diet culture take you for granted. We chat about: How dancing impacted her relationship with food & body image Her cancer diagnosis How her diagnosis changed her relationship with food Leaving a marriage that was no longer a safe space Finding joy & kindness as a means of self-love This one is sure to tug on your heart strings! If you're looking to leave the diet cycles in 2023 and start healing your relationship with food, take Catherine's advice and JUST DO IT! Take the first step by applying for coaching here ! I created my Food Freedom Programs to give you a roadmap for healing from unhealthy diet behaviours to creating healthy habits that allow you to have a stress-free relationship with food. In the 12 weeks, you will learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control. Connect with Chelsea: @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram Connect with Catherine: @catherinewreford on Instagram

2024 is officially here! Which means a couple things... 1. It is resolution season 2. It's group coaching month! The next cohort for my group coaching program - Food Freedom Collective - will be open to the public for enrolment January 8th, 2024! This program was designed to teach you healthy nutrition habits, help you transform your food mindset, heal your relationship with food, and improve your body image. In the 12 weeks, you will learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control AND you will get to participate in a virtual wellness retreat at the end. To begin your food & body freedom transformation, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠join the waitlist now! In today's episode, we talk all about New Year Resolutions: Why they don't last Goal setting mistakes What's IN and OUT for 2024 How to make resolutions that don't fail you My signature goal setting process As mentioned in the episode, I will be continuing to share weekly wins on the show and would love to hear yours! If what we chatted about in this episode (or any) resonates with you, leave a rating & review or send me a DM, I would love to hear from you! Happy 2024! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠ on Instagram ⁠⁠Apply for 1:1 Coaching

Merry Christmas!! I hope you all had the most magical holiday season. I know this time of year tends to be tricky for many, as it is filled with challenging family dynamics, glutinous food and often feelings of guilt for over indulging. I want to remind you that food is more than just fuel. Food is emotion, and memories, and enjoyment. It is okay if you allowed it to serve that purpose for you. As we approach 2024, I would invite you to reflect on your relationship with food, and how long you may have been trying to figure it out on your own. One of the most beautiful gifts you could give yourself this season is the gift of healing. The next cohort for my group coaching program - Food Freedom Collective - is coming January 2024! This program was designed to teach you healthy nutrition habits, help you transform your food mindset, heal your relationship with food, and improve your body image. In the 12 weeks, you will learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control. The doors to the public will be opening soon, and spots will fill fast! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the waitlist now to get priority enrollment⁠⁠⁠⁠! I have loads of questions all the time about how to improve body image, self-esteem, confidence...all the things body! There is no denying that the holiday season tends to be a major trigger for this. Living with an eating disorder and disordered eating for over a decade made it incredibly difficult to overcome the feelings of resentment I felt towards my body when it would change. It also made it difficult to not feel like a failure if I wasn't "seeing progress". If you resonate with any of this, you will want to tune in! In the episode, I chat about Body grief - what it is and the 5 stages Tools to cope with body grief 4 tips to help support a positive body image Connect with Chelsea: ⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠ on Instagram ⁠Apply for 1:1 Coaching

As we approach 2024, I would invite you to reflect on your relationship with food, and how long you may have been trying to figure it out on your own. One of the most beautiful gifts you could give yourself this season is the gift of healing. The next cohort for my group coaching program - Food Freedom Collective - is coming January 2024! This program was designed to teach you healthy nutrition habits, help you transform your food mindset, heal your relationship with food, and improve your body image. In the 12 weeks, you will learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control. ⁠⁠⁠Join the waitlist now to get priority enrollment⁠⁠⁠! This episode is brought to you by the feelings of frustration that accompany weight cycling, no being able to look at oreos without gaining weight, and failure that is associated with struggling to see results or keep results when you're following a plan. I want you to know that whatever discipline or willpower you think you're lacking, is actually just diet culture trying to steer you farther away from your set point - which is where we can live at peace with food and allow our body to keep our weight stable, without having to jump in and control. In today's episode, we chat about What is set point theory What causes changes in set point What it's important to find your set point if you desire having a healthy relationship with food How to know that you're not at your set point How to find it If you allow it, this information will be incredibly liberating for your food freedom journey! Connect with Chelsea: @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram Apply for 1:1 Coaching

Best of #2 this week brings you another AMAZING guest episode with Dr. Jody Carrington. As we approach 2024, I would invite you to reflect on your relationship with food, and how long you may have been trying to figure it out on your own. One of the most beautiful gifts you could give yourself this season is the gift of healing. The next cohort for my group coaching program - Food Freedom Collective - is coming January 2024! This program was designed to teach you healthy nutrition habits, help you transform your food mindset, heal your relationship with food, and improve your body image. In the 12 weeks, you will learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control. ⁠⁠⁠Join the waitlist now to get priority enrollment⁠⁠⁠! Dr. Jody Carrington is a clinical psychologist and national best selling author of the book “Kids These Days”, which shares on what it takes to feel safe, secure, stable, and how we can walk each other home during times of emotional dysregulation and mental health crises. In the episode, we chat about: The importance of being able to recognize the difference between attention seeking and connection seeking How food plays a role in emotional regulation and how this can be challenging to navigate in the throws of diet culture How to come home to our bodies and all about what it means to “Feel Seen” Finding joy in the moments of discomfort Dr. Carrington's perspective on what it means  to be a woman I absolutely love her perspective on wellness, and what it means to be "okay" in today's world, and I know you will too! Connect with Chelsea: @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠Join the waitlist for group coaching coming January 2024 ⁠⁠ Apply to my Food Freedom Approach 1:1 Coaching Program Connect with Jody: Website: drjodycarrington.com IG: @drjodycarrington Linked In: Dr. Jody Carrington

Today's episode is the beginning of the December Series "Best of 2023". As we head into a new year, I love reflecting back on some of the most memorable and impactful experiences in my life. As part of that, I've chosen to share some of the LYN fan favourites again. As we approach 2024, I would invite you to reflect on your relationship with food, and how long you may have been trying to figure it out on your own. One of the most beautiful gifts you could give yourself this season is the gift of healing. The next cohort for my group coaching program - Food Freedom Collective - is coming January 2024! This program was designed to teach you healthy nutrition habits, help you transform your food mindset, heal your relationship with food, and improve your body image. In the 12 weeks, you will learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control. ⁠⁠Join the waitlist now to get priority enrollment⁠⁠! As a mother of 3, Cisn Country radio host, and a woman with a strong social media presence, Jack shares so much insight in this raw and vulnerable conversation about her journey through adolescence and young adulthood battling her own body image struggles, as well as how she continues to do the work necessary to advocate for body acceptance. We chat about: How Jack transitioned from modelling, to television, and finally landed her dream job in radio How modelling impacted her relationship with food & body The pressures of being a mom in a "comeback culture" How to establish social media boundaries and navigate comparison Tips to heal your relationship with food & your body The importance of advocating for yourself This episode is PACKED with personal stories, tools to support wellbeing, and great conversations that you will not want to miss! Discussed in the episode: ⁠CISN In the Mornings with Chris, Jack and Matt⁠ ⁠thebirdspapaya⁠ ⁠My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program⁠ Connect with Chelsea: @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram Connect with Jack: @jacks1313 on Instagram

Exciting news! The next cohort for my group coaching program - Food Freedom Collective - is coming January 2024! This program was designed to teach you healthy nutrition habits, help you transform your food mindset, heal your relationship with food, and improve your body image. In the 12 weeks, you will learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control. ⁠Join the waitlist now to get priority enrollment⁠! In this week's episode, I am joined by Sandra Mikulic! Sandra is a plus size runner who has been running or walking 5km a day for the past 5 years! I came across her profile when my client Leslie told me about how Sandra's content was an inspiration for her to run, show up and be seen in the body she's in, instead of waiting until she loses "x" number of pounds. In the episode, we discuss: How Sandra's running journey started, and why it has NEVER been about weight loss Why in 5 years she has actually gained weight by running more (and is okay with it) How she handles the social media trolls The challenges of running in a 260 lb body How long it took her to form the daily running habit without resistance How to overcome the limiting beliefs that accompany living in a larger body Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Connect with Sandra: Instagram: ⁠@bigfit_i_run Website & Magazine:  ⁠runyourlife.ca

Apply for my 1:1 coaching program - Food Freedom Approach! This program was designed to teach you healthy nutrition habits, help you transform your food mindset, heal your relationship with food, and improve your body image. In the 12 weeks, you will work with Chelsea to learn how to eat without food rules, guilt, obsession, or fear of losing control. Click here to apply! In this week's episode, I am joined by my former leadership coach, and client - Ally Stone! (If you haven't listened to Ally's previous episode on LYN, you can find it here). Previously Ally was on to share how she has found her purpose in career, but today she joins me to share her journey becoming an intuitive eater. This is Ally's unofficial year in review! We discuss: Ally's health journey prior to working with me How she has overcome substance use & abuse The major shift that happened for her during the pandemic  Her weight gain (and loss) through intuitive eating Some of the challenges that she faced when learning how to eat intuitively Ally's BHA(health)G   How she has come to make peace with food and her body Resource mentioned in podcast: Ally's Wellness & Leadership Retreat Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Connect with Ally: Instagram: @allystone__ @theinspiredleader__ Website:  theinspiredleader.com

This week, I am so excited to welcome my good friend Kierra Smith to the show! Kierra is a 2x Olympian swimmer who just recently retired and joins me to share her experience with food and body image as a high level athlete. Kierra shares how this year has presented some new challenges, as she transitioned out of being a full time athlete, to being a real estate agent in Kelowna. We chat about: What some of the protocols were to keep swimmers at their race weight What a day in the life of eating looked like as an athlete training 25 hours a week vs now The culture around food amongst fellow athletes and the prevalence of disordered eating/eating disorders How the strict environment as an athlete has impacted Kierra's relationship with food and her body now Her top tip to steer clear of diet cuture This episode is PACKED with personal stories, tools to support wellbeing, and great conversations that you will not want to miss! Food Freedom Approach is open for enrollment! Stop questioning your food choices and start experiencing stress-free eating, no food rules, and improved body confidence. This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea to help you discover what it's like to live a life that isn't consumed by thoughts of food and your body. Limited spots available! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot! If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram Connect with Kierra: @kierrasmith on Instagram

We've all heard it, many of us have probably said it, but how accurate is it really? In today's episode, we chat about: Where calories came from How we determine how many calories are in food Common assumptions about calories Where the "calories in, calories out" concept originated Why the rule is flawed & what pieces of the puzzle are missing How to respond to your weight changing Resources mentioned in the episode: Wishnofsy's Rule 2011 Study 2015 Study 2022 Study Food Freedom Approach is open for enrollment! Stop questioning your food choices and start experiencing stress-free eating, no food rules, and improved body confidence. This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea to help you discover what it's like to live a life that isn't consumed by thoughts of food and your body. Limited spots available! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot! If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram

Last week, we headed down to Sacramento, California for an Ironman race. This event is something that both Richard and I have been prepping for for months. The race includes a 3.8km swim, 180km bike, followed by a full marathon 42.2km run). With me ending up in the hospital, the race did NOT go as planned. In the episode, we chat about: -What actually happened during the race -How I'm doing since the accident -My emotional eating experience post-race -How my nutrition has changed from pre-race to now, no longer training and in recovery -When it's okay to "step in" and override your body's natural hunger/fullness cues with intuitive eating If you are struggling with your relationship with food and looking for support with emotional eating, food guilt, and finding food freedom, apply now to my Food Freedom Approach Coaching Program! This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea to help you stop constantly questioning your food choices and finally discover what it's like to live a life that isn't consumed by thoughts of food and your body. From now until Nov 1, I am offering a $200 discount for the program! Limited spots available! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot! If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram

It's the one year anniversary of LYN! And in honour, this episode is brought to you by a very special guest who interviews me on how my relationship with food and my body has changed in the last few years. We chat about: -Finding MORE food freedom -Discovering food rules I didn't know I had -How getting diagnosed with IBS impacted my relationship with food -The difference between a food rule and a food preference And more! If you are struggling with your relationship with food and looking for a way out of diet culture that doesn't leave you feeling out of control around food and even more confused about how to be healthy without it becoming obsessive, apply now to my Food Freedom Approach Coaching Program! This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea to help you stop constantly questioning your food choices and finally discover what it's like to live a life that isn't consumed by thoughts of food and your body. From now until Nov 1, I am offering a $200 discount for the program! Limited spots available! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot! If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram

Do you ever feel confused about what to believe online? Who is relaying credible information, and who isn't? This episode is going to help you recognize some major red flags in the wellness industry. Red flags that make it seem like something is for your well-being, when it is actually for diet culture capitalism. It's a juicy one! For more clarity on how to eat in a way that is both nourishing and satisfying, without food rules, apply to my Food Freedom Approach Coaching Program! This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea to help you stop constantly questioning your food choices and finally discover what it's like to live a life that isn't consumed by thoughts of food and your body. Limited spots available! ⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot! If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! ⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram

To track or not to track...listen and find out which team I'm on and why! In this episode, we chat about some of the arguments to support tracking macros, as well as those which support not tracking them. If you have thought about tracking macros, are currently tracking macros, or have done so in the past, I know this episode is going to be super insightful for you! And if you are feeling confused about how to approach your nutrition, and how to accomplish your goals in a way that is healthy, sustainable and non-restrictive, you can still snag your spot in my 1:1 Food Freedom Approach Coaching Program. This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea to help you stop constantly questioning your food choices and finally discover what it's like to live a life that isn't consumed by thoughts of food and your body. Limited spots available! ⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠ to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot! If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! ⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠ to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠ on Instagram

Do you wish you could have a healthier relationship with food, but also still have a desire to lose weight? Maybe, you've thought about trying intuitive eating, but the fear of weight gain is still lingering. THIS IS YOUR EPISODE! This is also exactly why I designed my Food Freedom Approach Coaching Program. Applications are officially OPEN! This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea, a step-by-step guide to helping you become an intuitive eater, and ongoing communication and support. Limited spots available! ⁠Click here⁠ to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot Today's episode addresses the #1 question I get asked: "Can I lose weight and eat intuitively?" Nearly ALL of the clients who enrol in my coaching program have a desire to lose weight. How can you not in the society we live in?! In the episode, we chat about: Why it's OKAY to have a desire to lose weight How/if weight & intuitive eating work together Why dieting may be increasing your set point How to determine if you are ready for intuitive eating My tips for getting started If what you hear today resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! ⁠Click here⁠ to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠ on Instagram

Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and constantly looking for the next quick fix? Do you wish that you could figure out how to have a healthy relationship with food without it feeling so overwhelming and out of control? Application for the Food Freedom Approach Private Coaching Program are officially OPEN! This 3 month program includes 12 private coaching sessions with Chelsea, a step-by-step guide to helping you become an intuitive eater, and ongoing communication and support. Limited spots available! Click here to apply and Chelsea will reach out to you to secure your spot In today's episode, we chat about my top 3 do's and don'ts for finding food freedom. These tips are all part of my proven food freedom approach that helped me overcome binge eating, food guilt and break the yo-yo dieting cycles.  They are also the tools I use with my 1:1 clients in FFA. Grab your pen and paper and get ready for some mad value with this one!  If you have you been a religious podcast listener and are finding it helpful, I would love for you to leave a rating and review! Click here to share your thoughts! Connect with Chelsea: @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram

A few weeks ago, I had an idea for an instagram reel: asking RB how his relationship with food has changed since we've been dating and living together. He opted to hop on the pod with me instead! Today's episode brings you part one of the two part behind the scenes. In this episode, we chat about: How he was previously very hypercritical of his appearance Some of the SUPER diet-y practices he used to abide by without even knowing they were diet-y What a full day of eating looks like for him His experience with the restrict-binge cycle Expert tips for anyone struggling with their relationship with food or their body image Buckle up for a RAW, UNFILTERED behind the scenes with this one. He really doesn't hold back! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Food Freedom Approach 1:1 Coaching - ⁠⁠Apply Here⁠⁠

Have you tried intuitive eating before and felt like all you did was eat all of the things and feel super out of control and feel your waist size growing by the second? Do you desire food freedom but also still want to be healthy and don't just want to eat cookies and ice cream all day? Are you afraid of what happens to your body and your health if you stop dieting? Yeah girl, same. Me and (almost) every other woman on the planet have been, or are, in those shoes. Today's episode is all about shedding a light on what you can expect when you FINALLY step through the fear and decide to live a life that isn't run by diet culture. We chat about: What food freedom is Anti-health vs. anti-diet Why we eat "crap" all day when we give ourselves permission to eat Why letting go of dieting is scary af How to feel in control of food again How long it takes to become an intuitive eater How your gut changes when you stop dieting How long it takes to become a "successful" intuitive eater Resources mentioned in the episode: Episode #29 - Overcoming the Fear of Weight Gain Episode #39 - How to Find Your Healthy Weight Food Freedom Approach 1:1 Coaching - Apply Here Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram

I have had loads of questions recently about how to improve body image, self-esteem, confidence...all the things body! Admittedly, this is one of the most difficult journeys to be on, because while we can hide our relationship with food, we cannot pretend our body is anything other than what it is. Living with an eating disorder and disordered eating for over a decade made it incredibly difficult to overcome the feelings of resentment I felt towards my body when it would change. It also made it difficult to not feel like a failure if I wasn't "seeing progress". If you resonate with any of this, you will want to tune in! In the episode, I chat about Body grief - what it is and the 5 stages Tools to cope with body grief 4 tips to help support a positive body image If you are interested in finding out more about my Food & Body Freedom Course to help support you in transitioning from dieting to intuitive eating, you can join the ⁠⁠waitlist here!⁠ If you are interested in 1:1 support, you can fill out my application here Connect with Chelsea: ⁠⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠⁠ on Instagram

Gabby and I were recently introduced by our mutual friend Lindsay (peep episode #21 for my interview with her) and was fascinated by her professional transition from psychology to personal training. Pre-covid, Gabby was a school psychologist, but realize through the pandemic how important regular physical activity and connection exercising with other people was to her. Through that, she began running her own self-led workouts in the park, and eventually decided to open her own women's only fitness facility in South Surrey, BC called Goodbrand Fitness. They offer a variety of classes for women including bootcamps, zumba, yoga, foam rolling, and more! Gabby's vision and approach to health, wellness and fitness is fascinating and will be sure to have an impact on your life if you are feeling in a fitness rut! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠bloombodycollective.com⁠ @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram & Tiktok Join the Food & Body Freedom Waitlist! Connect with Gabby: Goodbrand Fitness Website @goodbrand.fitness on Instagram

A few days ago, I made an Instagram post re-introducing myself. I shared in this post that I work currently as a Food Freedom Nutritionist, but some of you may have been following me since I started my coaching company back in 2020. At that point, I was actually working as a weight loss coach - both with personal training and nutrition services. For some of you, this may be shocking, and for others, you may be wondering what happened. I wanted to take today's episode to explain why I made such a drastic transition from coaching weight loss, to coaching in a weight inclusive, anti-diet, food freedom space. In the episode, I talk about: Why I switched my degree from biological sciences to nutrition sciences Why I decided I wanted to become a dietitian Why I didn't do a dietetics practicum How I got into the weight loss industry The fears I had about transitioning into food freedom & intuitive eating My values and how they helped guide my decision If you haven't already listened to Episode #1 this will help provide some context for you as well! If you are interested in finding out more about my Food & Body Freedom Course to help support you in transitioning from dieting to intuitive eating, you can join the ⁠waitlist here! Connect with Chelsea: ⁠bloombodycollective.com⁠ ⁠@the.foodfreedomist⁠ on Instagram

A couple weeks ago, I posted a poll on Instagram asking which nutrition/wellness trends you would all be interested in hearing me debunk (or validate as true!). The most commonly asked questions were about sugar, carbs, seed oils and intermittent fasting. If you haven't yet listened to Episode #35 I'll direct you there to find out more about all things keto & carbs. In today's episode, we talk about Sugar - is it really THAT bad for you? And how much is too much? Seed oils - should they be avoided? Intermittent fasting - do the benefits outweigh the costs? Discussed in the episode: Join the Food & Body Freedom Waitlist! Study about the reduced risk of mortality from linoleic acids Study about how seed oils reduce inflammation Study about intermittent fasting and increased inflammation Study about how IF increases eating disorder symptoms Study about IF and reduced ovary size Episode #40 With Eating Disorder Therapist Carly Compton If you have questions about today's episode, or other wellness trends, please reach out! Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @the.foodfreedomist on Instagram

Today's episode is inspired by some post-vacation reflections. We all know how routine is difficult to keep up when on vacation, during holiday seasons and even on weekends. I want to invite you to let go of the need to control the routine, and to not feel the need to justify your habits changing when life changes. The "hall pass mentality" that I chat about is really about embracing permission to enjoy your experiences without succumbing to the all or nothing mindset that often has us feeling like we have to make up for our poor choices while on vacation. If you relate to this back and forth battle, or the stress of trying to uphold routines, this episode is for you! We chat about: What a hall pass mentality is 2 reasons why I think giving yourself a hall pass is important How to balance enjoying weekends, vacation, etc. without feeling like you are letting yourself go What the addition principle is and how it can help with a hall pass Discussed in the episode: ⁠⁠My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program⁠⁠ Connect with Chelsea: ⁠bloombodycollective.com⁠ @chelseaglubish on Instagram

I had the incredible privilege of chatting with Carly Compton recently about body image, embracing health at every size and recovering from dieting, disordered eating and eating disorders. Carly is a HAES advocate, and an eating disorder survivor turned eating disorder therapist. When I discovered her social media, I was instantly hooked (if you are a client, you will know her well from my frequent sharing)! She uses her platform to educate on systems of oppression that perpetuate disordered eating & eating disorders, how to advocate for weight neutral health care, and live a life without dieting. In the episode, we chat about: Carly's eating disorder recovery journey to becoming an eating disorder therapist Carly's approach with her clients in helping them overcome the fear of weight gain How to shift fat-phobic core beliefs Honouring a desire to lose weight without being diet-y Setting food & body boundaries with friends and family Advice that Carly would give her younger self This episode is PACKED with credible information, valuable tools, and is sure to provide you a safe space to gain clarity on the next steps in your food & body journey. Discussed in the episode: Project Heal Eating Disorder Help Line Weight Neutral Providers List ⁠My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program⁠ Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram Connect with Carly: Recover With Carly Website @recoverwithcarly on Instagram recoverwithcarly on Tiktok

This episode is brought to you by the feelings of frustration that accompany weight cycling, no being able to look at oreos without gaining weight, and failure that is associated with struggling to see results or keep results when you're following a plan. I want you to know that whatever discipline or willpower you think you're lacking, is actually just diet culture trying to steer you farther away from your set point - which is where we can live at peace with food and allow our body to keep our weight stable, without having to jump in and control. In today's episode, we chat about What is set point theory What causes changes in set point What it's important to find your set point if you desire having a healthy relationship with food How to know that you're not at your set point How to find it If you allow it, this information will be incredibly liberating for your food freedom journey! Discussed in the episode: ⁠My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program⁠ Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram

Client Kelly joins me this week to share her transformation from being all-consumed by her weight loss goals and obsession with dieting, to stepping into intuitive eating. When we first started working together, Kelly was at a "dieting rock-bottom". Fast forward to now - after completing the Food and Body Freedom Course - Kelly feels the most confident and happy she has ever been. We chat about Dieting as a teenager and how that carries into adulthood The desire to fit in and how that leads to body image struggles Her experience in the Food and Body Freedom Course Why she NEVER would have considered intuitive eating prior to the course What has changed since discovering a non-diet way of life Tools she is implementing on a daily basis to help support a healthy relationship with food and body If you are feeling like you're in a dieting rock bottom and not sure what the next step is for you, Kelly's story will be sure to provide you some insight! Connect with Kelly: @kellylynncreations on Instagram Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram

Have you ever thought about trying to give yourself permission to eat without food rules, but feel like you will just end up eating donuts, doritos, cookies or chips all day? The food we may commonly (and unwarrantedly) refer to as "crap". Or maybe, you've actually tried just eating. No food rules, no meals plans. What we would consider "eating intuitively" and you did in fact end up over indulging on all the sweet and salty treats. I hear this far too often - and I know it is a huge barrier for women who are ready to ditch diet culture, but also fear the implications of a whole donut diet. In the episode, we chat about: Why we end up eating all the "crap" when we stop dieting How to resolve this What intuitive eating is, and what it isn't The first step to start a SUCCESSFUL intuitive eating journey Discussed in the episode: My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram

Have you ever felt like this world just gets heavier and harder to navigate as a woman? With the pressure to be thin, and successful, and show up for everyone and also take care of the house and set big hairy audacious goals, and do it all without dropping a bead of sweat or asking for help? Yeah, me too! Today's guest - Kiki Rozema - joins me to discuss all things women's empowerment, starting with our girls. Kiki is a teacher turned entrepreneur, creating a clothing line for women and now has a vision to give girls and women of all ages the tools to navigate all the "tough stuff". We chat about: How her passion for helping people lead to the creation of a tank top that doesn't ride up A girl's empowerment camp that talks about bullying, dynamics in relationships, confidence, and much more! No Girl Left Behind - a MAJOR national event aimed to help transform the relationship women have with themselves Kiki's 70 pound weight loss journey and her relationship with her body What women's empowerment REALLY looks like Tips to improve your self worth If you are feeling like you are spinning your tires on a hot girl hamster wheel just trying to keep up with all the pressures of life at all times and leaving yourself on the back burner, this one is for you! Discussed in the episode: Smoothies Tank Tops Smoothies Tank Tops - Instagram No Girl Left Behind Event - Instagram Kiss My ASSets - book When Being Me Doesn't Feel Like Enough My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram

A few days ago I got chatting with my neighbour about her belly fat. She was sharing how upset she is that she just can't seem to get rid of it, despite doing all the right things - working out 5 days a week, eating clean, minimizing carbs. She's even tried intermittent fasting, and nothing seems to work. Sound familiar? This is a story I have heard all too often, and I know it is not an uncommon experience. In today's episode, we dive into the why's, the what's and the myths (hence the title). Are all the things we believe to be doing "right" actually doing more harm than good? We chat about Low carb/keto Clean eating Intermittent fasting And most importantly, why we experience the belly fat blues to begin with If you relate to this experience, this is a conversation you will not want to miss! Discussed in the episode: Discussed in the episode: thebirdspapaya My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program Potential Health Implications of Low Carb Diets Keto Leading to Fatty Liver Disease Excessive Gluconeogenesis and Insulin Resistance Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram

My beautiful friend and current client in the Food & Body Freedom Course - Kate Reid - joins me to share her journey from being a chronic dieter for decades, to fully embracing her body and learning to be an intuitive eater. Growing up in the 80's, Kate was no stranger to all the fad diets that most of us know so well; weight waters, slimfast, juice cleanses, detoxes, calorie counting, fasting, cutting fat, cutting carbs. You name it, she's done it. Kate started becoming aware of her body - and what about it was not socially acceptable - at a very young age, but has finally - decades later - been able to overcome the obsession with "healthy eating" and following the ever changing health trends. She shares her best tips and trick to getting from a place of never feeling good enough and always wanting to lose weight, to living in total food and body freedom. We chat about: How growing up in an ingredient home with a mom who was built very different, transpired into disordered eating and dieting Why we place so much emphasis on our appearance and the pursuit of weight loss for confidence The role of therapy and a support system in moving from a dieting lifestyle to an intuitive eating one How to feel comfortable with all foods so that you don't have to keep them out of the house to prevent binging Coping with food guilt and negative self talk Overcoming the fear of weight gain This is going to be such an expansive and empowering episode for anyone who is sick and tired of the dieting cycle that continues to leave you feeling not good enough, lacking willpower, or needing to fix yourself. If you are ready for a more sustainable approach, and a no bullshit conversation about what it takes to get there, you'll want to listen in! Discussed in the episode: ⁠My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program⁠ Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram Connect with Kate: @40_and_ready on Instagram

This episode may be a bit different than what you're used to - a BTS recording in honour of 28 trips around the sun! I recently shared in my weekly newsletter, 28 lessons I've learned in my 28 years, so I thought I'd use this space to share 28 fun facts! If you've ever wondered what my biggest pet peeve is, my guilty pleasures, and where I come from - you'll have those questions, and more, answered in this episode! I share with you: My relationship with substances Insight about my family and upbringing My favourite/least favourite foods My biggest fear And more! This episode is sponsored by the Food & Body Freedom Course. Are you someone who feels frustrated by trying to figure out what you should be eating? Maybe struggling to accept and love your body without feeling the need to go on a diet, but exhausted by the thought of having to track your food, or follow a meal plan? Are you ready for something SIMPLY that ACTUALLY works, not just for a few months before you fall off? If so, then this program is perfect for you! This is a 12 week group coaching course that provides you a step-by-step guide to help you understand your metabolism, how to eat healthy, satisfying meals, and never feel the need to go on another diet again.  Join the waitlist for the course here Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram

I am SO excited to share the lovely Jack Sweeney on this week's episode. Jack and I connected back in December to bring some light to the experience that is motherhood, being a social media presence and navigating the pressure to uphold certain images - particularly as they relate to diet culture. As a mother of 3, Cisn Country radio host, and a woman with a strong social media presence, Jack shares so much insight in this raw and vulnerable conversation about her journey through adolescence and young adulthood battling her own body image struggles, as well as how she continues to do the work necessary to advocate for body acceptance. We chat about: How Jack transitioned from modelling, to television, and finally landed her dream job in radio How modelling impacted her relationship with food & body The pressures of being a mom in a "comeback culture" How to establish social media boundaries and navigate comparison Tips to heal your relationship with food & your body The importance of advocating for yourself This episode is PACKED with personal stories, tools to support wellbeing, and great conversations that you will not want to miss! Discussed in the episode: CISN In the Mornings with Chris, Jack and Matt thebirdspapaya My 12 Week Intuitive Eating Program Connect with Chelsea: bloombodycollective.com @chelseaglubish on Instagram Connect with Jack: @jacks1313 on Instagram

Have you felt tempted to hop on the meal planning bandwagon, but feel confused about where to even start, or what is the right way to go about it? Or maybe, you've tried meal planning in the past, but it never seems to work for you? Our society (and specifically diet culture) does a great job of making meal planning and prepping feel like it is awarded a badge of honour. But only when you do it the exact right way and ensure everything is healthy and fits your macros. We aren't going there today. In fact, we are going a much more balanced, stress free and non-obsessive direction (of course). In today's episode, we chat about: What meal planning is What meal planning is NOT (I'm sure some of these will shock you) Why meal planning can support a healthy lifestyle and how it can help improve your relationship with food 3 tips for a successful meal planning practice MY FREE MEAL PLANNING GUIDE If you want to get your hands on the guide, head over to instagram and DM me "MEAL PLANNING GUIDE" and I will send it your way! As always, please rate, review and share if you find this episode helpful or know someone who may find value from it :) Let's connect! IG: @chelseaglubish Email: bloombodycollective@gmail.com Find out more about my 12 week Food & Body Freedom Course and join the waitlist for the fall 2023 session HERE

How many times have you said "I'll just have one cookie". And before you know it, you've finished the whole pack? How many times have you felt super on track with your diet, only to end up perched in the pantry after everyone goes to bed? Do you identify as an emotional eater? If so, you are not alone. I have experienced all of the above, as have most of the women I work with. Binge eating isn't a topic that we often chat about lightly, or a struggle that we can comfortably bring up with our friends. But it is an example of how we are all more alike than we are different. It's also a struggle that can feel like a never ending cycle. One step forward and two steps back. On today's episode, we chat about My history with bulimia and binge eating Tools that I've used in the past for binge eating Why we stay on the binge-restrict roller coaster The pink elephant paradox A powerful tool to overcome binge eating If you know someone who needs to hear this conversation, I would love for you to share it with them! And if you find this episode helpful, I would love to hear from you too! FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE FOOD AND BODY FREEDOM COURSE: ⁠⁠https://www.bloombodycollective.com/food-freedom-course⁠⁠ Questions?! Let's connect! • Chelsea's Instagram: @chelseaglubish • Bloombody Collective Website: https://www.bloombodycollective.com/ • Email: bloombodycollective@gmail.com

If you asked me 5 years ago what my biggest fear was, I would've said gaining weight. At the time, I didn't know why, but this fear absolutely kept me entrenched in diet culture, and feeling the need to control my food. It perpetuated those feelings of being out of control when I wasn't able to track everything, or if I didn't know the ingredients of a particular meal. It made me feel anxious to go out and eat anything that wouldn't comply with my diet. And it took me YEARS to understand why this is. The fear of gaining weight is the #1 reason I see women struggling to embrace an intuitive eating lifestyle. But it doesn't have to hold you back anymore! On today's episode, we chat about Weight stigma in our society Some of the reasons we may fear gaining weight The 6 underlying fears An exercise to start to shift away from this fear Boundaries to set If you know someone who needs to hear this conversation, I would love for you to share it with them! And if you find this episode helpful, I would love to hear from you too! FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE FOOD AND BODY FREEDOM COURSE: ⁠⁠https://www.bloombodycollective.com/food-freedom-course⁠⁠ Questions?! Let's connect! • Chelsea's Instagram: @chelseaglubish • Bloombody Collective Website: https://www.bloombodycollective.com/ • Email: bloombodycolletive@gmail.com