Mostly Fit

Whether it’s cutting carbs, skipping sets, or just skipping the good meal to fit the junk food in, you might be setting yourself back more than you think. We also discuss veganism again and what you should do to get better workouts while eating less. This episode gets kind of silly… Mostly-Fit.com for coaching and merchandise Instagram.com/mostly.fit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Youtube.com/mostlyfit

We’ve been podcasting for over a year now, and there may be some who haven’t heard some of our earliest stories! Why we stick with a fitness lifestyle, Dizzy’s food obsessions, and Lindsay’s pregnancy stories! This is just a little sampling of some of our favorite stories since we started. mostly-fit.com for coaching and merchandise! instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit youtube.com/mostlyfit

Whether your goal is weight loss or performance, running is a time tested method to achieve better fitness. Lindsay has recently become very excited about marathon training and is preparing for her second full marathon (Chicago!). We’ll give some tips on training to become a runner and her experience broken down from HATING running to running 26.2 miles at a time, including specific exercises and techniques. Dizzy even relates this training to how to start a new diet. mostly-fit.com for merchandise and online training! instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit youtube.com/mostlyfit

Plant based diets are increasing in popularity partially due to documentaries like The Game Changers and What the Health. Becoming vegan has many health benefits but there are some details that need to be addressed in the documentaries and with veganism in general. Mostly-fit.com for coaching and merchandise Instagram.com/mostly.fit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Youtube.com/mostlyfit

New Year’s resolutions are in full effect and some of us are using a new smart device like and Apple Watch, FitBit, Garmin, etc. to keep us accountable to workouts and managing our movements throughout the day. In this episode we will give you some of the positives, some negatives, and even a few tricks you can do to make your fitness journey much more efficient so that the rest of your day can be EVEN more enjoyable. mostly-fit.com for merch and coaching plans. instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit youtube.com/mostlyfit

Christmas is a special time for family and friends, and even Santa needs a little accountability sometimes! We are extremely proud to have our own Christmas special and invite you to watch along with us for this bonus commentary. We’ll also share some of our own winter shortcomings after the movie because you should know that you aren’t alone in the yearly struggles but together we can overcome! Use discount code “MOSTLYCHRISTMAS” for 10% off any order at our site! Instagram.com/mostly.fit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Youtube.com/mostlyfit Twitter.com/mostly_fit Mostly-Fit.com for coaching and merchandise!

The foods we eat around the holiday season are loaded with carbs and sugar and are delicious! They also can cause water retention even if you don’t gain fat. This can get pretty discouraging but we are here to tell you not to let that happen. We know it can get in your head, but having the tools to deal with it can lead to some freedom too. Instagram.com/mostly.fit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Youtube.com/mostlyfit Twitter.com/mosty_fit Mostly-Fit.com for coaching options and merchandise!

With the Christmas shopping season now in full swing, you may be walking past the supplement aisle thinking about the changes you’re going to make in the next few weeks. The supplement industry is tricky due to clever marketing that plays on emotions but we are here to deliver the facts. Which supplements work and which are a waste of time? We’ll break it all down here, including what we think about people like Doctor Oz. Instagram.com/mostly.fit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Youtube.com/mostlyfit Twitter.com/mostly_fit Mostly-Fit.com to get your free weekly planner!

Thanksgiving is a day of many calories and should be enjoyed without question. There tends to be a lot of guilt afterward though. Our goal is to help prepare you for the festivities with diet tips and workout ideas to curb that caloric overdose and get you right back on track after you part ways with the family. Instagram.com/mostly.fit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Twitter.com/mostly_fit Youtube.com/mostlyfit Mostly-Fit.com for coaching and merchandise!

We have two very different lifestyles but the thing that keeps us on the same track in fitness is having a reason to do it. We love desserts and alcohol as much as the next person, and there are even times when we don’t feel like going to the gym. The way to keep the train moving is to keep taking steps even when you don’t feel like it. instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit twitter.com/mostly_fit youtube.com/mostlyfit mostly-fit.com for coaching and merchandise!

We have officially been doing our podcast for a year! We celebrate with some glasses of wine and telling stories of the past year in fitness and life. Lindsay also shares her experience in the New York Marathon on how trusting the process can lead to a truly great experience. instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit twitter.com/mostly_fit youtube.com/mostlyfit mostly-fit.com for coaching and merch!

We like junk food, you like junk food. Let’s face it. But what is junk food and when is it ok to have? With the Thanksgiving and Christmas season coming up, there will be many calories before us and we must know how to use them correctly so that this holiday season will be the best and fittest yet! instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit twitter.com/mostly_fit youtube.com/mostlyfit mostly-fit.com for coaching and merchandise!

As the weather gets colder, you might have an urge to stay indoors more frequently and bundle up on the couch with your favorite pumpkin spice snack. This is the time of year we all tend to let the diet slide a bit more and we get a little less active. It’s like the ugly part of the fitness cycle is coming back around so that by New Year’s we start to feel guilty and shameful. The truth is that it doesn’t have to be this way! Let’s make some goals together to stay in shape through the holidays so that by the time you get to next year, there’s no reason to diet off all of the extra weight because it won’t be there. instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit twitter.com/mostly_fit youtube.com/mostlyfit mostly-fit.com for coaching and merchandise!

With the beginnings of fall comes all the the festivities! It can be tough to stick to a nutrition plan or even make it to the gym regularly when you’re surrounded by Halloween parties, nights out on the town, Thanksgiving approaching, etc. But never fear! We’ve got the tips to help your diet stay in check while still enjoying a glass of wine and dessert! instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit twitter.com/mostly_fit youtube.com/mostlyfit mostly-fit.com for coaching and merch!

Fall is officially in full swing this usually begins the time where we relax a little more on the calorie intake and get a little less active. But we say NO! Let’s break that yearly cycle and not fall into the trap of New Year’s resolutions and holiday weight gain. Let’s enjoy these times while still staying healthy! We also address issues with Seasonal Affective Disorder and how to combat that. instagram.com/mostly.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit twitter.com/mostly_fit youtube.com/mostlyfit mostly-fit.com for coaching and merchandise!

October is our favorite time of year and that’s usually a turning point in people’s fitness as well. We tend to get a little more relaxed with the diet, maybe even get a little lazier with the working out, let life get in the way, etc. But we’re here to tell you that you can enjoy the fall season and not be a victim of the yearly fit to fat to fit cycle! instagram.com/most.fit facebook.com/mostlyfit twitter.com/mostly_fit youtube.com/mostlyfit mostly-fit.com for coaching and merch!

If your goal is to make a change in your body or your lifestyle, or anything else for that matter you have to make a plan and stick to it. Sometimes the road is going to be a little harder than others but is that any reason to make excuses or cut corners? Absolutely not! When it comes to fitness, the phrase “life happens” is legitimate but that doesn’t mean you can stay committed. In a rare moment, Lindsay has some choice words today! Mostly-Fit.com Youtube.com/mostlyfit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Instagram.com/mostly.fit Twitter.com/mostly_fit

We’re busy. We get it. We all have a million things to do at once, and when life happens, health and fitness can take a back seat. That doesn’t have to happen because fitness doesn’t have to be difficult! A little bit of planning ahead can go a long way, and if you just make your workout or meal prep part of your life, everything else can go so much more smoothly. Let us help you plan it out with your free Weekly Planner at Mostly-Fit.com Instagram.com/mostly.fit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Twitter.com/mostly_fit Youtube.com/mostlyfit

We started this on the path of meal prepping to stay on track but somehow ended up on a self help path. You just have to listen to this one. Youtube.com/mostlyfit Facebook.com/mostlyfit Instagram.com/mostly.fit Twitter.com/mostly_fit Coaching and march! mostly-fit.com

If you are a parent, teacher, or just enjoy vacations you may be a little disappointed that summer is over. But it’s not all bad news! This mean’s that there is now an opportunity to get life back on track and organize yourself so that your fitness can be predictable. After all, that’s what we want right? You want to know the outcome of your work is going to be what you expected at the beginning? Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching, merch, and the Mostly Fit Weekly Planner at mostly-fit.com

We all need a challenge and we invite you to join us on our own personal journey for 30 days of focus. We will be logging our foods daily, consistently working out, and still enjoying the things we like. Restriction is NOT our mission. We want to help each other and you to find a real balance in life while still moving toward your goals, be they fitness, health, sanity, or all! Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching, march, and weekly planner! mostly-fit.com

This is for all the fans. Dizzy challenged Lindsay to eat an entire jar of peanut butter while having a fun Friday afternoon watching Billy Madison. To be fair, Dizzy had a 26 ounce jar while Lindsay had a 16 ounce jar. Things get interesting as parts of the movie come up. Don’t feel guilty for enjoying yourself. Plan for it and never look back.

We don’t believe fitness is a short term thing and we don’t believe it should be a struggle. We also don’t believe that when you do something like eat delicious desserts or go on vacation, that you should feel guilty for that. If that’s the case, what was the point of doing it in the first place? To treat yourself should be enjoyment all around. Eat the cake, drink the wine, go hang with your friends and family, and don’t look back. Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching and Merch! mostly-fit.com (make sure to sign up for your free planner!)

Part of fitness is mental health. We tend to underestimate the need to clear our mind and rest our bodies but the two go hand in hand. Once you’ve taken care of the preparation stage and know when the main pieces are going to fit, you should also know when NOTHING is going to happen. It’s a wonderful thing to look forward to. Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching and Merch! mostly-fit.com

The last month of summer we want to you to enjoy yourself. There are a lot of factors that go into being able to enjoy yourself while living a healthy active lifestyle. Our whole mission is to help you learn how to live life freely while still being healthy and feeling comfortable in your skin. Part of being able to enjoy your time is knowing that all of the necessary steps order to begin with. Handling the hard parts or the more serious things allows you to fully cut loose when the time is right. That could relate to meal prepping, getting the scheduled workouts done, doing the laundry…whatever your thing is. Life is meant for living but we definitely still have responsibilities. Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching and merch! mostly-fit.com

When beginning a fitness lifestyle or plan, we may be in search of results fast. Maybe you want to learn to lose weight in a short time but you’re not willing to give up your daily glass of wine. Will this particular fat burner help me lose weight? What if I try only eating in an eight hour window?! Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching and Merch! mostly-fit.com

When it comes to fitness, we have to face the fact that women are different than men. This applies to how we hold fat on our body to how we respond to what kinds of training. The principles of exercise and nutrition are indeed the same but there are various facts about how our bodies respond to those that we must consider. Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching and Merch! mostly-fit.com

Fitness is something that should matter outside the gym and its definition is different for everyone. There are some details that should be examined and considered for your life but your why will be way different from the next person’s. Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching and Merch! mostly-fit.com

Fitness is hard…but it’s not THAT hard! You don’t have to do any dramatic diets or workouts to get in shape. We have both struggled with it over the years because we are just as human as anyone else. The honest solution after testing everything else out has been finding balance. Workouts shouldn’t be super long, diets shouldn’t be super restrictive, and you should give yourself a break from everything once in a while. Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Twitter @mostly_fit Coaching and Merch! mostly-fit.com

Have there ever been times in life where you just needed some food? Life sometimes goes that way. For those moments, we like to be prepared. Whether it be meal prep or just having the right workout time planned, we want you to know that you don’t have to worry so much about those times where you’re away and outside your normal environment. We also went away on a weekend vacation and decided we’d use our real lives as examples of how to enjoy yourself while sticking to the long term plan. Instagram @mostly.fit Facebook @mostlyfit Coaching and march at mostly-fit.com

We’ve spoken on making lifestyle changes before and we’ve also talked about the need to change programs once in a while if you have adapted too much. But what about those times where you’ve followed a “diet” or workout plan for a short time and you’re not getting the drastic results you had imagined? What do you do? Do you stick with it or make yet another change? We’re here to answer those questions! Follow Lindsay! @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Coaching and Merch! mostly-fit.com

The body positivity movement has gotten out of hand. Unhealthy lifestyles are being promoted far too much in the modern world and on social media. We also stumbled across an article about “Intuitive Eating” which we give our opinions on. We aren’t here to shame anyone but we are also not here to lie to anyone either. The truth is sometimes harder to deal with but in the end you will be so much happier. Follow Lindsay! @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Coaching and Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com

Fitness goals are more than just a temporary path we might take. Our whole purpose is to prove that a fitness lifestyle doesn’t need to be restrictive, boring, or difficult. It may take discipline not to fall into old bad habits, nut you can still have tons of fun. Follow Lindsay! @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Coaching Plans and Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com

There’s something about reaching a fitness goal that just puts your mind at ease. That’s great but the trick is to not relax so much that you slip into old habits again. The yearly cycle can be rough if you haven’t fully changed how you treat your body and your health once you have gotten to your goal weight, size, or body fat percentage. Follow Lindsay! @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Coaching Plans and Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com

Memorial Day is the kickoff of the summer season! Summer comes with a lot of obstacles to your fitness lifestyle BUT as we always say, you must find your balance! We’ve been working the whole winter on that summer body and the worst thing would be throwing it all away while on vacation or at these many festivities. That doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy them though! We’ve got some good tips at how to prepare in advance and still have fun (and not deprive yourself of tasty foods!) Follow Lindsay! @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Coaching and Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com

Workouts can get boring after a while, and eating the same old chicken, rice, and broccoli definitely gets old. You have to know when it is time to make a change in your plan! Whether you are reaching a plateau or just can’t seem to stay motivated to do the routine anymore, it could be time to switch things up! Follow Lindsay @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy @TheDizzyParker Coaching and Merch http://mostlyfitpodcast.com

Sometimes you’re just not having the best day. Whether it is physically or mentally, we could all use a rest day. Both of us have been working very hard on our bodies, our lives, and our businesses and it begins to take a real toll. That’s ok! You may feel like the world is crumbling down and your motivation is slipping but just take a step back, relax, and recoup! Follow Lindsay @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy @TheDizzyParker Coaching and Merch http://mostlyfitpodcast.com

The reason we do this podcast is because we are humans just like you. Part of that human experience is having out moments of weakness. Sometimes those things hold us back and sometimes they just teach us lessons about how to get stronger. Maybe one of those ways for you to get stronger is knowing that we experience exactly what you do. Follow Lindsay @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy @TheDizzyParker Get coaching and march! http://mostlyfitpodcast.com

Have you ever struggled with the battle between progress and regress? It seems even worse when you’re starting your fitness journey on your own. It’s a constant problem! Temptation comes at every corner, and then guilt happens when you give in to it. Then suddenly the next workout feels more like you’re fighting against extra calories rather than making true progress. It’s time for a change. Let’s do it together. Follow Lindsay @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy @TheDizzyParker Get coaching and march at mostlyfitpodcast.com

Maybe you’ve seen them…they’re everywhere! Use this supplement or wrap to burn fat, or take THIS shake to build more muscle! The fitness industry seems to me build to take advantage of the uneducated beginner, but we are here to help. We are here to guide you through what works, what’s a waste of time, and where you may want to REDIRECT your energy to see more progress. Follow Lindsay @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy @TheDizzyParker Get Coaching and Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com

How many of us have families that don’t understand our fitness journey? Every time you pull out some pre-packed food, someone makes a face; or perhaps they pressure you to NOT pass up that piece of cake at the birthday party. Not everybody is on the ride with you, but it is very important that they understand how important the ride is to you. The support of our family and friends is one of the most important aspects of ensuring success in fitness and health. Follow Lindsay @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy @thedizzyparker Get coaching plans and merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com

Lindsay lives in a state that could be viewed almost as chaotic, while Dizzy chooses to order things down to the hour. We are both able to prioritize our fitness but in different ways. The way you spend those other 23 hours of the day could have a major effect on when, how, and even IF you get your workout in. And what about food?! Do you know when you’ll eat? Do you know WHAT you’ll eat? These are very important questions when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. Follow Lindsay! @mostlyfitlinds Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Buy merchandise! mostlyfitpodcast.com

Whether you’re trying to transform your body for looks, feeling, or just to be able to be a badass you MUST have a plan. Playing around in the gym or the kitchen and just hoping for the best can only go so far. If you want to build muscle, the plan must progress so that your body has to adapt. If you want to lose fat, you will get to a point where the fat loss plateaus. These are all reasons to add progression to your routine. You simply can not follow one program for 12 weeks and see change the whole time. Follow Lindsay @lynzsullivan Follow Dizzy @TheDizzyParker Buy Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com Enjoy fun workout music! Youtube.com/thedizzyparker

Lindsay’s running the New York City Marathon in November and has had to change her training style. Someone said she was going to lose all her muscle gains with this style of training and we are here to argue the point that it simply won't happen. Your body will respond to the type of training you do and the way you fuel it. This goes for the good and the bad. Follow Lindsay! @lynzsullivan Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Buy Merch at mostlyfitpodcast.com Get fun workout music at youtube.com/thedizzyparker

“So you like to travel?” “Not as much as you do apparently!”

Lindsay’s been running and Dizzy’s nose is running. Same thing right? We’re talking about when to work out and when not to, but also the best time of day to work out. Mindset is a big deal in fitness! When you have the best mindset, you can get the best workouts! Follow Lindsay! @lynzsullivan Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Get merch! mostlyfit.com Get fun workout music! https://open.spotify.com/album/7phP63vCcrD9IoyV4Y0xgh

Stress seems to be a running theme on our shows but guess what…that’s life. Life is full of stressful moments and working out and good diet choices may not be the first thing on our mind. It even happens to fitness professionals like us. The real key is how we prioritize our fitness and health. Do you care about how you feel in your skin and the ability to be healthy day to day? We can help you solve the mystery! Follow Lindsay! @lynzsullivan Follow Dizzy! @thedizzyparker Buy merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com Fun workout music! https://open.spotify.com/album/7phP63vCcrD9IoyV4Y0xgh

Our whole mission is finding balance between a healthy life and still enjoying it. Here we talk about some of the real life desires that we have in that other 20% because let’s face it…we like it. Follow Lindsay! @lynzsullivan Follow Dizzy! @thedizzyparker Buy Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com Music! https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/different-side-of-me/1448307812

When do you take a rest day? There are a lot of factors that play into how much you may need one. If you’re feeling beaten up all the time, or get sick a little too easily, or maybe have some things that hurt a little too often you may be past due for one! We also talking about what goes on in the body and mind during a lady’s menstrual cycle… Follow Lindsay! @lynzsullivan Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Get Merch! mostlyfitpodcast.com Fun music to work out to! https://open.spotify.com/album/7phP63vCcrD9IoyV4Y0xgh

How frustrating is it to keep starting over? Even feeling like you have to start over in fitness can mess with your head, but you are not alone! Even us fitness professionals deal with the struggles of feeling comfortable in our own skin from time to time. Everything comes in seasons but it also passes. One of the keys to dealing with that is not doing it alone. We are here to help guide you through that time and in this episode we share some of our own struggles as well. Get a plan! mostlyfitpodcast.com/coaching Follow Lindsay! @lynzsullivan Follow Dizzy! @TheDizzyParker Fun workout music! https://open.spotify.com/album/7phP63vCcrD9IoyV4Y0xgh

It’s been a very rough week for the two of us. There has been a little bit of stress eating, a little drinking, a little lack of motivation, etc. Parting ways after months of being with each other daily has has been an easy experience. Stress can wreak havoc on one’s fitness goals but it must not last forever. We are here to give you a little extra mindset and a few tools in order to healthily cope with your own stressful moments in life. When life knocks you down, you must always get back up!