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In this podcast, your host Brooke Madigan, an online fitness coach and personal trainer, interviews coaches from all over the world on how they view fitness, nutrition and lifestyle change.

Brooke Madigan


    • Mar 8, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 69 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The Donuts and Dumbbells Podcast

    Tough Love Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 34:55


    In this episode, we give you a little bit of tough love. Are you obsessing over the scale? Are you setting realistic expectations? Are you being consistent? These are some of the hard hitting questions we ask to help you get out of your own way and start reaching your goals. We hope you enjoy this episode! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Recovering from Injury: Mindset and Determination

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 34:00


    In this episode, we discuss how you can navigate your recovery process if you had an injury or a surgery. We talk about the importance of listening and abiding by your doctor's recommendations and ways you can still achieve your fitness and nutrition goals, even if it takes you a little longer than expected. We also discussed mindset and how shifting your mindset from a negative or "victim" mindset into a positive, uplifting mindset. If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Muscle Building vs. Strength Training Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2024 36:04


    In this episode, we talk about what it takes to build strength and what that training looks like compared to muscle building. From workouts and training blocks down to recovery we help you understand the difference between building strength and building muscle. We hope you enjoy! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Muscle Building vs. Strength Training: What's the difference?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 42:34


    In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to build muscle. A lot of people want to lose body fat and build muscle at the same time. We breakdown the difference between training and what is most important in regards to fitness and nutrition. If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    You Have the Power to Make the Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 43:50


    Have you felt like no matter what you do, you just can't seem to get ahead when it comes to your fitness and health goals? In this episode, we talk about what it takes to recover from setbacks, how to set realistic boundaries and expectations with others (and yourself) to make sure you continue to make actions and decisions that align with the goals you've set out to achieve. Everything from not being a victim to your circumstances to what you can and should expect from a good coach when it comes to accountability and how to hold yourself accountable as well. If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    How to Get Back on Track after the Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2023 30:52


    Holidays can be a really magical time to spend with your loved ones, but do you get anxious thinking about how you're going to stay on track with your nutrition or worry about losing progress while you're just maintaining until after the holiday season? In this episode, we talk about how to get back on track after holidays without guilt and how to move forward when you feel like you may have taken a step back. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    How to Handle the Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 43:40


    In this episode, we talk about ways to manage the holidays when most people feel like it derails their progress. We give you some useful tools to take into the holidays and encourage you have enjoy them guilt free! We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Comparison is the Thief of Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 46:16


    In this episode, we talk about something that a lot of people struggle with which is comparing yourself and your progress to someone else and how that can be damaging to your fitness goals. We hope you enjoy and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    The Importance of Self Efficacy: How to Believe In Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 38:04


    In this episode we talk about the number one factor of whether or not you're going to reach your goals. Often, people want to achieve their goals, they just don't truly believe they can. We talk about how to set yourself up for success by learning how to believe in yourself and what that can look like. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Do You Need To Be Sore After Workouts?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 35:29


    In this episode, we talk about the good, bad and the ugly of muscle soreness and whether or not you need to be sore to make progress. We also dive into other topics of what's indicative of a good workout and what's not. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Your Appearance Doesn't Equate to Self Worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 40:04


    In this episode, we get down to the nitty gritty and discuss how your self worth and self esteem is not based on your appearance, but should be based on your "why" and the relationship you have with yourself. I hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Quit Chasing the "Woosh"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 39:17


    In this episode, we talk about the "whooshes" and "spikes" people see on the scale and how important it is to not base all of your progress off of the number on the scale. We also talk about different forms of progress and how different variables affect you in different ways. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    How to Get Back on Track after Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 26:42


    In this episode, we discuss steps you can take to get back on track after vacation. Vacation is wonderful, but sometimes it can be a real pain getting back to your normal routine, so we discuss easy next steps and great mindset shifts you can make to ensure you get back to your normal routine with as much ease as possible. If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Progress NOT Perfection

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 29:34


    In this episode, we discuss how perfectionism can impact your progress. We go over the "all or nothing" mentality and give some advice on how to leave that mindset behind. We hope you enjoy this episode! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Are You Sick Of Your Own Shit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 29:13


    In this episode, we talk about what happens when you've finally had enough of your own excuses, reasons and obstacles that has gotten in the way of you reach your goals. What happens when you finally understand your "why" for wanting to get fit and healthy? We talk all about it in this episode! We hope you enjoy! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    When to Not Track Calories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 33:54


    We usually recommend tracking your calories when you have a specific goal, but what if tracking calories isn't for you? In this episode, we discuss when is the appropriate time to track and when is it appropriate to choose a different nutrition method. We cover everything from tracking obsession to disordered eating habits. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Do You Want to Shrink or Grow?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 35:16


    In this episode, we get DEEP. We talk about how a lot of us try to shrink ourselves, our goals and our progress down and how that inhibits us from not only progress in the gym, but also as people we'd like to become. We hope this episode hits home because it sure did for both of us. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did. If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    How to Deal with Food Aversion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 39:13


    In this episode, we talk about what it's like to have food aversion and what you can do to help get some nutrition in when you just don't feel like eating. We talk about stress, our own personal experiences and tools to implement when you're averse to foods. We hope you enjoy this episode! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Overcoming Gym Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 40:52


    In this episode, we talk about how to overcome gym anxiety. We talk about our own personal struggles and how we manage and navigate anxiety inducing situations at the gym and how to move passed them. We hope this helps! If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson*Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    You Can't Hate Yourself Fit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 42:40


    This episode is gettin' deep y'all. We talk about the very real experience of hating the way your body looks and how you can reframe your thoughts to focus more on the positives. We also have a June challenge for you to participate in to help you build a better relationship with yourself and your body image. We discuss the misconceptions people have about what real bodies actually look like when you compare them to photos you see on social media. We hope you join us in this challenge and we hope that you enjoy this episode. If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson*Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Compassion and your Energy Battery

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 52:55


    In this episode, we had the honor of speaking with Dr. Josh Smith about how you can have compassion for yourself and what you can do to help save your energy battery when you feel like you're getting drained. If you're interested in more free fitness and nutrition content you can follow us on these platforms: You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Go Shawty, It's your Birthday!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 39:09


    Today's episode is inspired by Brooke because it's her birthday! We talk about how to navigate your birthday to include healthy options and how you can still make progress on your birthday with some tips and tricks! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/T hank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    How to be Honest with Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 39:31


    In this episode, we talk about how to be honest with yourself and the progress you're making. It's not always easy starting or being on a fitness journey and we hope this episode helps you learn how to be compassionate yet accountable towards yourself while being honest. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    Keep Sucking Less

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2023 35:30


    In this episode, we talk about how to move through the discomfort of change in order to grow. It can be through any life experience in and out of the gym. Brooke talks about her own struggles with moving through discomfort and we both share how it's also helped our coaching clients. We hope you enjoy this episode! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening, we appreciate you!

    "Junk" Food in a Fat Loss Phase

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 46:21


    In this episode, Nick talks about his current fat loss phase and how he's including less nutritious (aka junk food) into his diet and losing body fat at the same time. We also talk about what moderation actually looks like and how you can greatly improve your moderation by tracking your consistency. We hope you enjoy this episode! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you and will talk to you soon! :)

    What's considered a Special Occasion?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2023 51:54


    In this episode we went Instagram live and had such a great time connecting with our listeners in real time. We talk about what's truly a special occasion and how to handle those situations as they arise. We hope you enjoy this episode, and to everyone that showed up to the live, thank you so much! We'll do it again soon! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you and will talk to you soon! :)

    How to Handle Major Life Transitions & Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 38:32


    In this episode, we talk about strategies that help you deal with your fitness and nutrition while going through major life transitions. Brooke shares her personal experience going through major transitions of her own and gives practical advice that can help you too. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you :)

    Our Histories with Alcohol

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 34:55


    In this episode, we talk about our own personal stories about our relationships with alcohol and how it effected our own personal goals and how it could possibly be effecting your goals too. Disclaimer: these are our own personal experiences and our goal isn't trying to persuade anyone to quit drinking, we are just sharing our own experiences. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you! If you're enjoying this podcast we'd love for you to give us a review or reach out and let us know how we're doing!

    Why is Exercise Important?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 34:16


    Everyone knows that you should exercise, but not everyone knows why you should exercise. In this episode, we break down the reasons why moving your body is important and how you can integrate it into your life. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you :)

    How to hit PR's in the Gym

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 34:45


    In this episode, we teach you what it takes to hit some personal records in the gym. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you :)

    Embrace the Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 39:02


    In this episode, we had no plan or strategy. We simply "winged it." However, you're still going to find nuggets of wisdom that you can carry into your fitness journey and know that sometimes things can get chaotic, like we were in the episode. We look forward to talking to you and hope you enjoy! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you :)

    How to Start Stacking Habits for Long Term Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 35:30


    In this episode we talk about the beauty of habit stacking and how you can use it as a tool to implement the habits that you desire. We share some of our tips and tricks to make habits stick and we'd love to share them with you. We look forward to talking to you and hope you enjoy! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you :)

    How to Get Your Ass to the Gym

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 40:33


    In this episode, we talk about how to get yourself to the gym when you really don't feel like going. We give you practical tips, a little tough love, and hopefully a few laughs. We hope you like find value in this episode and enjoy it! Brooke is now accepting 1:1 online coaching clients through Beth Feraco Fitness and Nick is accepting clients through Nick Anderson fitness. Feel to check the links or reach out on the following platforms where help you learn more about fitness, nutrition and overall health. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening! We appreciate you :)

    Burnout's a Bitch

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 37:30


    In this episode, we talk about how burnout can be really challenging to work through on your fitness journey. We also give you some suggestions on how you can manage burnout when it strikes, because let's be honest...it's kind of inevitable. We hope you're able to have some great takeaways from this episode and ways to help you manage burnout. Brooke is now accepting 1:1 online coaching clients through Beth Feraco Fitness and Nick is accepting clients through Nick Anderson fitness. Feel to check the links or reach out on the following platforms where help you learn more about fitness, nutrition and overall health. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you soon!

    Fitness Myths Rant

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 43:27


    In this episode, we talk about some of the crazy fitness myths people lead you to believe when it comes to reaching your goals, whatever those goals may be. Okay, it's more of a rant, but it's a darn good one. We don't want you to fall for these myths, so we break them down so you can understand why these myths are complete bullshit. Brooke is now accepting 1:1 online coaching clients through Beth Feraco Fitness and Nick is accepting clients through Nick Anderson fitness. Feel to check the links or reach out on the following platforms where help you learn more about fitness, nutrition and overall health. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! You can also find the links in our bios on our Instagrams to apply for 1:1 online fitness and nutrition coaching. *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you soon!

    How to Make Being in a Calorie Deficit Easier

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2023 53:13


    Nobody really loves going into a deficit. It's challenging to eat less calories than your body needs and every once in awhile you have to deal with the dreaded "hanger." Now, in this episode Nick and I talk about how to make being in a calorie deficit easier on you so you can stave off that hanger, eat in a deficit and reach your fat loss goals if you have them. We touch on everything from satiating foods to simple swaps to make life in a deficit easier. We hope you enjoy this episode! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you soon!

    What to Do When You're Feeling Stuck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 43:04


    In this episode, we talk about ways to move through the "sticky" parts of your fitness. When no matter how consistent you are, you just don't feel like you're making progress. We hope you get value and insight out of this episode! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you soon!

    Scale Fluctuations and Ruthless Consistency

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 37:21


    In this episode, Nick and I talk about the many reasons the scale fluctuates and other ways you can measure progress more accurately. We also dive into what it means to be ruthlessly consistent and even have a 30 day challenge for you! If you'd like to participate you can send us a DM on Instagram and let us know you're up for the challenge. We can't wait to talk to you and we hope you enjoy this episode. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you soon!

    Embrace Being a Beginner

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 40:56


    In this episode, we talk about how to embrace the discomfort of being a beginner and what you can do to lean into that discomfort. We also go over our personal goals and resolutions for the upcoming new year and what we look forward to accomplishing in 2023. Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you soon!

    Training AROUND Pain

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 38:04


    In this episode, we talk about different ways to practice doing what you CAN instead of focusing on what you can't do. Maybe you're dealing with a nagging pain in your shoulder? That doesn't mean you can't train train another body part. We teach you different ways to do that and how to focus on moving forward. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll talk to you soon! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you soon!

    Food Fear-Mongering and How it Hurts

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 44:59


    In this episode, we talk about how the diet industry uses fear based tactics to influence people's nutrition choices. We also detail how all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle and what true balance and moderation look like. We hope you enjoy this episode! Are you interested in more free fitness and nutrition content? You can follow us by going to the following links! *Brooke Madigan* Website: www.functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/getyouabrooke/ *Nick Anderson* Website: www.nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nickandersonfitness/ Thank you so much for listening to this episode and we'll talk to you soon!

    Donuts & Dumbbells has a Big Announcement!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 51:54


    In this episode I'm introducing Nick Anderson as the new cohost of the podcast. Nick is an amazing coach and overall fantastic human being and we look forward to providing you with fun, educational and entertaining content. You'll learn about Nick's journey, how we came to cohost together and as always, you'll enjoy our many laughs together throughout this episode and the podcast as a whole. We hope you you enjoy this first episode together and all of our shenanigans fitness and non-fitness alike. We hope you love the episode and we'll talk to you soon! :)  Want to learn more about Nick and Brooke? Follow them on the following platforms:  *Brooke Madigan* Website: https://functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getyouabrooke?lang=en *Nick Anderson* Website: https://nickandersonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickandersonfitness?lang=en Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2IAR655DxWemTrliHriVDl?si=e2a4658baaf5448b

    How to Stay Full in a Calorie Deficit

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 23:31


    In this episode, I teach you how to stay full and satiated while you're in a calorie deficit. Not only do I teach you what it means to be in a deficit but I give my own tips and tricks on how to also make being in a deficit a little easier. I hope you enjoy this episode and I'll talk to you soon! I have limited spots available for 1:1 online coaching. If you'd like to get strong together, click the link below and apply now! https://functionaltotalfitness.com/work-with-me Do you want to be the first to know when I drop a new episode? Get on my email list for new episodes, articles and more! Link below :) https://functionaltotalfitness.com You can also find your calorie calculations here: https://tdeecalculator.net You can follow me on the following social media platforms too! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getyouabrooke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getyouabrooke

    Oh, how I've missed you! Life Update with Brooke

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 11:31


    In this episode, I'm giving you a quick life update on where I've been over the past few months, some challenges and amazing opportunities I got to experience over the summer. I'm excited to dive back in to creating regular fitness, nutrition, lifestyle and mindset content for you and I'm also excited to announce I'm officially re-opening 1:1 online coaching slots for new and returning clients. You can apply using this link here: https://functionaltotalfitness.com/work-with-me Make sure you're subscribed to my email list for coaching updates, fitness and nutrition content and to stay up to date on the release of new podcast episodes. You can sign up for my email list here: https://functionaltotalfitness.com Want to see more of my content and my own day to day? Follow me on the gram! https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ I hope you enjoy this episode and I'll talk to you soon!

    Is it Normal for Fitness to get Boring?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 11:10


    In this episode, I talk about how sometimes fitness and nutrition can feel boring or repetitive. Does that mean you should switch things up? Find out in this short episode when I talk about what it takes to reach your goals, how to make the mundane more enjoyable and why you don't need to confuse your muscles to make progress. I hope you enjoy! Talk to you soon :) If you're looking to take your fitness to the next level or would like to work with me 1:1, I'm currently accepting new clients. Let's get stronger together! Apply by clicking the link below: https://functionaltotalfitness.com/work-with-me You can also find more of my content on these social media platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getyouabrooke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getyouabrooke

    Food Prep vs. Meal Prep: Make life Easier by Planning Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 12:52


    In this episode, I point out the differences between food prepping vs. meal prepping and how being prepared can help you towards your goals. Meal prepping can often be an overwhelming thought, so I talk about how you can food prep and batch cook to make access to nutritious foods less daunting. I hope you're able to learn some great takeaways and I hope you enjoy this episode! I'm currently accepting 1:1 online coaching clients! If that's something you're interested in, you can apply with the link below! https://functionaltotalfitness.com/work-with-me

    Fitness Red Flags, Pyramid Schemes and Sleazy Marketing with Nick Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 67:42


    In this episode, Nick Anderson is back to discuss some red flags in fitness including fitness MLM's and pyramid schemes, scammy marketing tactics, his own experience doing a well-known fitness MLM and what to look for in a good coach when you're learning about fitness and nutrition. Not only did we share a lot of good information, but we had a lot of laughs throughout this episode. You're not going to want to miss this! You can learn more about Nick and follow him on the following platforms: Website- https://nickandersonfitness.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@nickandersonfitness?lang=en Podcast- https://nickandersonfitness.com/podcast/ Great news! I've opened a few more 1:1 online coaching slots for clients and if you're interested in online coaching, you can click the link in my instagram bio or the link below! If you feel like leaving a 5-star review and your thoughts about the podcast, I'd love to hear your feedback! I hope this episode helps and always remember...YOU GOT THIS! https://functionaltotalfitness.com/work-with-me https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/

    Simple Tips and Tidbits for your Fitness Journey with Brooks Hubris

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 59:35


    In this episode, I'm joined by my fellow coach Brooks Hurbis and we give you simple tips you can use today to help you be successful on your fitness journey. Brooks uses a simplified approach to fitness and nutrition that you can use no matter what stage you're at on your fitness journey. You can find her on the following platforms: Website- https://www.sweatsimpleco.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/sweat.simple/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@sweatsimple?lang=en Podcast- https://open.spotify.com/show/3TlPKd2MQjxKOUseDVsaak?si=06883a644e1c4793

    How to Combat Anxiety and Gym Etiquette as a Gym Newbie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2022 20:04


    Being a beginner can be scary, especially in a gym setting. There are spoken and unspoken rules of the gym, jacked dudes that look like they could eat you for breakfast (only to find out they're some of the friendliest people there), and of course, not having a clue where to start or what to do. In this episode it, I give you some tips to combat gym anxiety and go over proper gym etiquette so you feel more confident and knowledgeable as a new gym-goer in 2022. It's important to know that every person in the gym was in the same position you're in right now. Brand spankin' new filled with anxiety and caffeine, having no idea where to start. If you'd like to feel confident going to the gym with a plan that's customized for you and your specific goals, click the link below to work with me one on one so you know exactly what to do, how to do it and have me as your guide every step of the way. I have limited spots available, so snag yours today! https://functionaltotalfitness.com/online-training You can also follow me on the following platforms for more free, easy to understand fitness content. My Website: https://functionaltotalfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getyouabrooke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getyouabrooke Thank you for listening and I'll talk to you soon! -Coach Brooke

    Embracing the Suck with Nick Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2021 53:56


    In this episode, my friend and fellow coach Nick Anderson and I talk about what it means to "Embrace the Suck" on your fitness journey and how sometimes the moments where you feel you're making the least progress is where you're making the best progress. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did and please check him out on the following platforms: https://nickandersonfitness.com https://www.instagram.com/nickandersonfitness/ https://www.tiktok.com/@nickandersonfitness?lang=en I'd love to hear what you think of the podcast so if you would leave a review I would greatly appreciate it! :)

    How to Navigate your Weekends to Help you stay on Track with your Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 13:32


    In this short little episode, I dive into why most people fall off track on the weekends or their days off and what you can do to help keep yourself on track on the weekends to get you closer to your goals! Now accepting 1:1 online coaching clients! I'd love for you to leave a review on this podcast and please feel free to check out my following platforms: https://functionaltotalfitness.com https://www.instagram.com/getyouabrooke/ https://www.tiktok.com/@getyouabrooke?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/getyouabrooke

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