The FIND YOUR STRENGTH Podcast

In this raw and reflective solo episode, I'm sharing the real, unfiltered truth about what it feels like to turn 30. From body image struggles and overtraining in my 20s to the deep shifts in how I now view health & fitness, strength, and self-worth—this is a heart-to-heart on growth, healing, and becoming. I talk about the things I'm ready to leave behind (hello, diet culture and hustle mentality) and the soul-centered lessons I'm bringing with me into this next chapter.If you're navigating your own evolution—whether you're approaching 30 or well into it—this episode will remind you that you're not alone, and that strength isn't just about muscle. It's about self-trust, softness, boundaries, and becoming more you.✨ In this episode, we discuss:✅ What it really looks like to evolve your relationship with your body in your 30s ✅ The toxic habits and mindsets I'm leaving behind from my 20s (and why you might want to, too) ✅ How my definition of health, strength, and self-worth has evolved over the year ✅ Why I stopped chasing the scale and started chasing alignment ✅ The power of slowing down, setting boundaries, and choosing joy as a form of wellness ✅ What soul-centered strength means—and how to step into itAnd if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl--FREE RESOURCE- A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STRENGTH TRAINING: A 17 page guide packed with valuable information for those who are looking to get started in their fitness journey.GET THE GUIDE HEREANOTHER FREE RESOURCE- THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING HEALTHY HABITS: A 19 page guide packed with tangible tips on how to create healthier habits that stick so that you can live a longer + happier life!GET THE GUIDE HERE

On today's episode I am joined by another very special guest who I met through social media and this is Rita Utterback. Rita is the founder of Radiate with Rita and is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) and a Certified Holistic Nutritionist who specializes in helping women ditch band aid approaches to conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, chronic digestive issues + histamine intolerance so they can finally feel like they're living life again and not just surviving. As a woman who has struggled with endometriosis herself, Rita is able to hold space for other chronic illness warriors + help them find their own path to healing through a root cause approach, sustainable nutrition & lifestyle habits. In this episode we discuss: How Rita got into functional medicine and starting her own practice Rita explains the difference between western medicine and functional medicine/nutritionHer journey navigating endometriosis (endo) and now supporting her clients through it as wellHow she found out she was struggling with endo and the treatments she completed to help minimize her symptomsSome common signs and symptoms to look out for that may indicate you are struggling with endoDifferent ways you can heal your body naturally when you are diagnosed with endoAs a practitioner Rita discusses the most frustrating thing she sees a lot of people to do when it comes to seeking out health information Some of the biggest misconceptions when it comes to healing your body and taking a root cause approachSome basic protocols you could start doing today to see improvements in your symptoms Where you can find Rita:Instagram: @radiate_withritaWebsite: radiatewithrita.comAnd if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl--FREE RESOURCE- A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STRENGTH TRAINING: A 17 page guide packed with valuable information for those who are looking to get started in their fitness journey.GET THE GUIDE HEREANOTHER FREE RESOURCE- THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING HEALTHY HABITS: A 19 page guide packed with tangible tips on how to create healthier habits that stick so that you can live a longer + happier life!GET THE GUIDE HERE

In this episode, we dive into the concept of push and pull seasons—when to go all-in on training and when to scale back for recovery. We break down how to recognize which season you're in using a simple mental checklist, discuss strategies for maximizing push seasons, and explore how to maintain progress during pull seasons without losing momentum. Plus, I'll share personal experiences and common mistakes to avoid when shifting between these phases.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ What push and pull seasons are and why they matter✅ How to determine if you should push harder or pull back✅ Key strategies for maximizing a push season✅ How to maintain progress during a pull season✅ Common mistakes people make when transitioning between seasons✅ Personal experiences and lessons learnedFinding balance is key to long-term success in fitness. Tune in to learn how to train smarter, prevent burnout, and stay consistent on your journey!And if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl--FREE RESOURCE- A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STRENGTH TRAINING: A 17 page guide packed with valuable information for those who are looking to get started in their fitness journey.GET THE GUIDE HERE

On today's episode I am joined by our very first male guest (so he must be something special

The new year is just around the corner, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to reflect, reset, and set new intentions for the year ahead. As 2025 approaches, many of us begin thinking about New Year's resolutions—goals we hope to achieve, habits we want to break, and aspirations we aim to fulfill. While it's exciting to dream big and plan for personal growth, it's also important to approach these resolutions with a sense of balance and realism. By setting thoughtful, achievable goals, we can enter the new year with a clear vision and the confidence to make lasting changes.In today's episode I walk you through how to set realistic fitness goals and expectations for yourself as we head into 2025. This episode discusses: How to navigate the influx of new faces in the gym in JanuaryGiving you the "secret formula" which is the hierarchy of fitness Busting common myths that people tend to have around strength trainingSome of the benefits of strength trainingQuestions to ask yourself before engaging in a fitness program And if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl--FREE RESOURCE- A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STRENGTH TRAINING: A 17 page guide packed with valuable information that you can start implementing right away for those who are looking to get started in their fitness journey.GET THE GUIDE HERE

On today's episode I am joined by another very special guest and one of my very good friends Olivia Oneid. Olivia is the Co-Founder of Master Athletic Performance, an IFBB Wellness Pro and holds a Degree in Kinesiology and Health and Fitness Promotion. Olivia believes in sustainable, long-term changes that fit into your life seamlessly. Her approach is not just about what you eat or how you move—it's about transforming your relationship with food and exercise and empowering you to take charge of your health for good.  In this episode we discuss: How Olivia got into health and fitness coaching/the entrepreneurial world What her health & fitness journey has looked like throughout the past decade and how her goals have shifted throughout the yearsHer path to becoming an IFBB pro and what it took to get thereHow she has been able to become more in tune and aware of what's going on with her body throughout her journey Some advice to those who are thinking of competing at a high level What it means to hold yourself to a higher standard and how she brings that into her coaching practiceWhat boundaries look like when you run a company with your significant otherTangible advice for those wanting to get started in their health and fitness journey Where you can find Olivia:Instagram: @oliviaxoneidWebsite: masterathletic.comAnd if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl--FREE RESOURCE- A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STRENGTH TRAINING: A 17 page guide packed with valuable information for those who are looking to get started in their fitness journey.GET THE GUIDE HERE

I hosted a Women's Health Talk alongside a Naturopathic Doctor earlier this year talking all about the Benefits of Strength Training for Women and I had some great feedback on it, so I wanted to share it with you here! My passion for strength training developed over 12 years ago now (which is crazy to me) and I love educating and sharing that passion with other high-achieving, ambitious women who want to ditch the scale and weight loss obsession by learning how to fall in love with lifting weights while also taking care of their mind, body and soul. In this episode we discuss: How I got started in strength training and my history with itWhy every woman should be incorporating some sort of resistance or strength training program into their health and wellness routineHow strength training increases your muscle massWhat the key to longevity and overall better quality of life isHow to improve your physical function as you ageThe effects that strength training has on your mental and emotional healthHow strength training can improve your relationship with yourselfAnd more!If you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl

On today's episode I am joined by another very special guest Gabriella Iannetti. Gabriella is a Registered Social Worker, A Yoga Instructor and The Founder of The Bee Human Space where they offer wellness programs to help you connect, heal and thrive. Through mental health services, wellness events, workshops and yoga services, they provides many options for you to embark on your healing journey. In this episode we discuss: How Gabriella got into Social Work and then went on to be the founder of her company Why she decided to offer more non-traditional therapy practices and how that has impacted her businessHow the pandemic impacted her business and the patients she was working withWhat she has learned about herself through being an entrepreneur and a woman in businessTangible advice for those who are looking to start a businessWhere to start when it comes to making improvements in your mental healthWhat to do if you're struggling with your mental health and financially can't afford therapyWhere you can find Gabriella: Instagram: @the_bee_human_spaceWebsite: thebeehumanspace.caAnd if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl

TW: this episode discusses weight loss related to disordered eating and exercising.Another episode that is very near and dear to my heart as I start by talking about my journey with disordered eating and exercising and how I turned my own pain into purpose. A big part of why I do what I do and how I serve my clients is because of my own experiences and what I went through as I was getting started in my health and fitness journey.In this episode we cover:My background and how my journey with disordered eating and exercising beganMy why behind what I do and how I help my clients  5 ways to determine progress throughout your health and fitness journey that don't include the scale How to assess biofeedback markers and know that you're making improvements towards your healthWhy weight loss is not an accurate representation of your physical and mental health Assessing why you want to lose weight and what losing weight will change for you I'm always open to hearing different perspectives on this topic so if this topics raises some questions, comments or concerns for you please reach out and I'd love to discuss things further!And if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl

On today's episode I am joined by another very special guest Alena Luciani. Alena is the founder of Training2XL where her main mission is to equip athletes and coaches with the tools to excel in the game of life. She is a strength and conditioning coach, educator and also holds a masters degree. In this episode we discuss: How Alena got into Strength & Conditioning/ Entrepreneurship Some of the most important things to focus on if you want to improve your healthDiscussions around being a woman in a male dominated field & how that has impacted her and her business Some lessons learned after being in business for over 8 years How to navigate through burnout and setting boundaries as a business ownerSome tangible action steps for those who are looking to get started in their health and fitness journey Where you can find Elena:Instagram: @training2xlWebsite: training2xl.comEmail: alena@training2xl.comAnd if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: thestrengthgirl.comInstagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: thestrengthgirl

This episode is very near and dear to my heart because for YEARS I identified as a perfectionist. Now, I feel I more so align with the title of "recovering perfectionist".Let me know if you can relate:you identify as a type A personality and have been called a perfectionist by those around youyou have lists, to-do's and you live and die by your scheduleyou tend to get hyper-focused or over-obsessed about certain thingsyou can be controlling at times and like things done a certain wayyou can become easily frustrated or annoyed when something doesn't go as plannedyou have a hard time going with the flow and experience feelings of anxietyIf you said yes to any of those then this episode is for you! Throughout this episode we discuss what perfectionism tendencies can look like throughout your health and fitness journey and some strategies you can use in your everyday life to help combat this way of thinking. And if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: https://thestrengthgirl.com/Instagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: facebook.com/thestrengthgirl

Join me for my FIRST guest podcast episode with Sally Beiting! This was a no-brainer for me that I wanted to have Sally on the pod as she has been my coach for the past year now and has helped me so much throughout my healing journey. Sally is a Functional Health Coach and is on a mission to help you to optimize your health by healing from the inside out. Her main focuses of interest are gut health, women's hormones and health + fitness. In this episode we discuss: What is functional medicine How does functional medicine differ from naturopathyThe difference between functional medicine and Western medicineCommon misconceptions when it comes to trying to "balance" your hormonesSome of the most common symptoms Sally sees in practice when women are struggling with their health and hormonesThe connection between your gut and hormonesAdvice to listen to when trying to heal your body Some tangible action steps you can start doing now if you wanted to improve your healthWhere you can find Sally:Instagram: @sallybeitingEmail: sallyb@nutritiondynamic.comAnd if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: https://thestrengthgirl.com/Instagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: facebook.com/thestrengthgirl

In honour of my 8-year business anniversary celebration I wanted to take this opportunity to compare the similarities between being a business owner/entrepreneur and navigating your health and fitness journey. Even if you're not a business owner/entrepreneur you can definitely still benefit from this episode as there are SO many great takeaways! In this episode we discuss:Going down memory lane of where it all began for The Strength GirlSome hard lessons I learned along the way that can be easily translated back to your health and fitness journeyAll of the tough decisions I made within my business to get me to this point How a global pandemic impacted my business and me as a business owner How to navigate being a business owner and prioritize my own mental and physical well-beingRecognizing different forms of success within business and your health and fitness journey And if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. Be sure to also take a screenshot of the episode and pop it into social media so that I know you've tuned in. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is you want to hear next!--Website: https://thestrengthgirl.com/Instagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: facebook.com/thestrengthgirl

Another HIGHLY requested episode by y'all! Buckle uppppp because this one will help you to determine WHY you partake in these self-destructing behaviours and some tangible steps you can take to help combat your self-sabotage. In today's episode we cover:What is self-sabotageWhy do we do it and where does it come from How negative self-talk plays a huge roll in our self-destructing behavioursSome simple steps on how to work through itAnd if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is that you want to hear next!--Website: https://thestrengthgirl.com/Instagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: facebook.com/thestrengthgirl

You guys voted, and this topic was the most popular one that you wanted me to talk about as my first episode for 2024

To be honest with you, I am ready for 2023 to be over lol. I am so looking forward to 2024 with all of the exciting things and changes coming to The Strength Girl (that I can't wait to share with you!) If you haven't already be sure to go back and listen to part 1 before listening to part 2. And if you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is that you want to hear next!--Website: https://thestrengthgirl.com/Instagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: facebook.com/thestrengthgirl

I'm not sure if you can relate but 2023 has been quite the year for me to say the least...and with 2024 right around the corner I wanted to take this opportunity to reflect on this past year.There have been so many ups, downs, highs, lows, forwards, backwards- all of the things! Through it all though, there have been many lessons learned and that's what I want to share with you in Part 1 of today's episode. If you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is that you want to hear next!--Website: https://thestrengthgirl.com/Instagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: facebook.com/thestrengthgirl

Alright, you asked for it! A highly requested episode

Hey friend! Guess whose back?! I am SO excited to bring you my newly revamped podcast and share with you what it is we'll be discussing on these episodes. I have so many ideas on what I plan to share with you for these episodes that I seriously can't wait for you to hear! I also want to give you a little bit of an update on what I've been up to these past 8 months or so.In this episode I cover:A little reintroduction of who I am and what it is that I doWhat this podcast is going to be all about What I plan to bring to the podcast and share on these episodes Some things I have realized and come to terms with these past 8 monthsA little life/biz update and where we're currently at with things If you're not already, be sure to follow me on socials @thestrengthgirl to follow along and weigh-in on the conversations we'll be having. I'll be utilizing my socials to get some inspo from you on what it is that you want to hear!--Website: https://thestrengthgirl.com/Instagram: @thestrengthgirlFacebook: facebook.com/thestrengthgirl