Treadmill Talks

Last month I released an episode about not making excuses, and I got a GREAT response from a lot of people. But the funny thing was…the people who loved the episode were all competitors! So I decided to do a follow up episode about excuses COMPETITORS need to stop making! We'll see if y'all enjoy it as much as the first one

Competition prep is already challenging, and when you have to travel during prep, it can add additional stress. Which is why I have put together this episode with all of my tips and suggestions for staying on track while traveling during prep! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

After years of training athletes, experience working alongside a physical therapist, and now training patients in a chiropractic and rehabilitation clinic, injury rehabilitation is one of my areas of expertise, and also a BIG passion of mine! This episode is a somewhat general discussion about how to train around most types of acute injuries. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

Whether you're trying to improve your strength and performance in the gym, on a mission to lose weight, improve body composition, or any combination of those things, it can be extremely frustrating when progress suddenly comes to a halt - especially if you've been training hard and adhering to your plan! In this episode, I am going over various reasons that could potentially be the reason for hitting a plateau. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

Progressive overload is a training principle in which you work to progressively increase the demand being placed on the muscle. And it is a concept that I wish I had understood better MUCH earlier in my lifting career. Which is why I am going over some of my favorite methods to put this principle into practice! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

As a coach, I hear A LOT of excuses on a daily basis. But even a good excuse is still an excuse! So I've compiled a list of some of the most common excuses I hear, and am explaining why I think they are B.S. so that you can hopefully learn how to make SOLUTIONS rather than excuses. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

When we are in a fat loss phase, food can start to preoccupy our mind quite a bit. Which can make STAYING in a fat loss phase even harder than it already is. In this episode, I am sharing 7 of my top tips for managing hunger, which can help to minimize the constant thought of food. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

Hunger is a normal part of life, and higher levels of hunger are expected during a fat loss phase. In this episode I am discussing what hunger is, why it gets more intense when you are in a caloric deficit, how I measure hunger with my clients, different things that can affect hunger levels, and more! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

Consuming a plant based diet can be VERY nutritious, BUT it can also make any type of physique goal MUCH more challenging. In this episode I explain why being a vegetarian or vegan bodybuilder requires quite a bit more discipline. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

Today I am answering ALL of your questions about creatine! What is creatine? How does it work? What are the benefits and drawbacks to taking it? How should you supplement it? Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

Ashley Hawk is a registered dietitian and a mom of a 3 year old girl and a 3 month old baby boy. She began specializing in postpartum nutrition after having her two children and becoming more aware of the lack of information about how our nutritional needs change during different stages of life. She loves to combine her expertise in nutrition with her experience in television to share creative ways to provide information ranging from breastfeeding nutrition to single-serve dessert recipes with other people who are trying to balance work, family life, and health forward eating. Follow Ashley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyhawkrd/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

Elena Colombe is a certified hormone specialist, personal trainer, and functional nutritionist with experience competing, and is an absolute WEALTH of knowledge in her field, which is why I was SO EXCITED to pick her brain about how things like competition prep can affect things like cortisol, thyroid, and sex hormones. In this episode we discuss topics such as adrenal adaptation, thyroid downregulation, amenorrhea, how these hormones are ALL connected, and SO MUCH MORE!! Elena's recommended supplements: Thorne Vitamin D-5000: https://amzn.to/3UUDh9x (take TWO daily for 5 weeks, then move to once a day).  Thorne 2/Day Multi: https://amzn.to/44g51Km EPA/DHA: https://nutridyn.com/omega-pure-epa-dha-720?ref=705384  Liquid EPA/DHA 2400: https://nutridyn.com/omega-pure-epa-dha-2400?ref=705384  Follow Elena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elena.m.fit/ Check out Elena's website: https://www.dumpyourdiet.com Listen to Elena's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qhWILKFdyawa9pKQCuxgn Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://www.shannonmavesfitness.com/blank

In my third Q&A episode I am answering questions that were submitted by YOU! Is it better to do cardio on an empty stomach or after you've eaten? What is the most ideal training split? Tips for hitting my protein goal on days I am traveling? 15 minute workout suggestions? What is the difference between creatine gummies vs powders? Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Today I am talking to Nicole Pierce, who is a 45 year old OCB figure pro who started her bodybuilding journey as a bikini competitor just 3 days before her 40th birthday and has competed in multiple federations. In this episode she shares details about her journey as a competitor, including struggles with her relationship with food, finding balance during improvement season, and overcoming some pretty serious setbacks. Follow Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicpie10/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

WHY do so many crash diets result in rebound weight gain? And HOW can you develop a more sustainable approach? Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Did you know that sometimes an INCREASE in food can actually HELP during a fat loss phase?? In this episode I am explaining what a refeed is, how, why, and when to implement one, as well as going over a few different types of refeed strategies. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this TWO PART episode I am going over EVERY mistake I have made during all 7 of my competition preps, and explaining why I am GRATEFUL for all the times I F'ed up! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this TWO PART episode I am going over EVERY mistake I have made during all 7 of my competition preps, and explaining why I am GRATEFUL for all the times I F'ed up! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Just a quick episode to remind you that comparison is the thief of joy. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this special anniversary episode I am asking YOU to do something that gets you out of your comfort zone. Because comfort zones are where dreams go to DIE!! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Bikini is about physique, but it's ALSO about the total PACKAGE. And show day glam can REALLY help to tie your overall look together. In this episode I am going over things like suit, tan, hair, makeup, and sooo much more! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Competing is EXPENSIVE. But there ARE a few ways you can cut costs to some extent. In this episode I am breaking down all of the things you need to budget for, and giving suggestions on things that I think you CAN cut costs on, as well as things I DON'T recommend cutting costs on. Competition suits: https://www.aspireswimwear.com DIY tanning: https://protanusa.com Competition heels: https://shoefairyofficial.com Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

When you're debating on which show you want to compete in, there can be a LOT more to consider than just your schedule and timeline. In this episode, I am breaking down ALL of the things you may want to think about before deciding on a show. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Is too much protein bad for your liver and kidneys? If you consume more than 30 grams of protein at once, does it go to waste? Do you have to eat protein within an hour after a workout? In this episode, I am answering all of these questions and MANY more!! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Knowing how to communicate WELL with your coach is truly imperative to having a good client-coach relationship. In this episode I am going over how to improve your communication with your coach in hopes of helping you achieve the results you're after. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

I might be a physique coach, but my ultimate goal is to teach my clients how to develop the knowledge and skills they need to be able to eat intuitively at some point. Although it should be “intuitive,” eating intuitively can require a good amount of work for many people. This episode is all about what intuitive eating truly is and how you can work to develop the skills needed to become an intuitive eater yourself. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Whether you're brand new to tracking macros or have been doing it for years, this episode will provide insight, explain what to do and NOT to do, as well as teach you tons of tips and tricks! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

I've always thought that gyms should have everyone sign something agreeing to abide by the unwritten rules of the gym before they are allowed to purchase a membership. But that's the thing though…they are UNWRITTEN rules. Which is why I created “your no bullshit guide to avoid being the uninformed asshole in the gym” a few years ago, and is why I am now creating a REVISED edition of this guide - in podcast form! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

New Year's resolutions can be GREAT for some people, whereas others feel like they are setting themselves up for failure. In this episode, I am discussing my tips on how to set SMART goals, create better habits, and set your focus and intention for the year in order to have a SUCCESSFUL new year. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Due to the ever evolving research that is constantly being done in the fitness industry, we're often told things that are the complete opposite of what we used to believe. Which can get pretty confusing! And this confusion tends to perpetuate a lot of myths about training and nutrition. So I am DEBUNKING 15 myths about fitness and nutrition (although there are unfortunately many more than that) Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

After completing 7 preps and competing in 12 shows over the past 9 years, I have learned A LOT from bodybuilding! In this episode, I am sharing the most impactful ones with you, and talking about how much the sport has truly changed my life for the better, and shaped me into the person, athlete, and coach that I am today. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

The amount of information I am giving away FOR FREE in this episode IS INSANE! Not only am I explaining a TON of different training terms, but I am also going in depth about how to implement progressive overload, track training volume, and I am dropping SO MANY other training tips and secrets too!! I'm honestly questioning whether or not it was a good idea to release this episode from a business perspective, because it might be TOO MUCH free information...

In this Q&A episode I am answering questions such as how long you should rest between sets, how many meals you should eat per day, how to know which division you fit, and more! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Watching the lines slowly fade away while you have no set show date in mind can make it extremely challenging to remain motivated. But improvement season is where the MAGIC happens! In this episode I am explaining why it can be so beneficial for athletes to take time away from the stage. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

This episode isn't JUST about sticking to your plan during the holiday season. I mean, I DO go over that...But I ALSO give some tips on how to ENJOY holiday events in a way that that makes you feel successful, proud, and HAPPY! Holiday Fit Tips YouTube video: https://youtu.be/L2KJ4gbxqh8?si=Znedl-pevM7SOnc8 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

With Thanksgiving being in just 2 days, you'd think I'd release an episode about being thankful. But, instead, I've decided to discuss something that gets brought up by at least a few of my clients EVERY holiday season...commenting on someone's physical appearance, and concerning yourself with what others are, or are not, eating. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

We ALL love getting a good sleep, but we aren't all aware of how much it can truly impact our physical health. In this episode I am talking about WHY a good circadian rhythm and quality sleep are SO important. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonmaves/ Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this episode I am explaining the pros and cons of activity trackers like Apple Watches and Fitbits. Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

This episode goes over a LOT of acronyms you may have heard before (TDEE, BMR, TEF, EAT, and NEAT) I'm explaining what they all mean and how each of them play a role in the amount of calories we expend in a day. Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this episode I am sharing my personal journey with birth control along with a few of my clients and friends journeys, as well as discussing some of the potential side effects it can have, especially as it pertains to bodybuilding. My YouTube vlog about going off of birth control: https://youtu.be/lrMcRQ5ZgOA Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Losing your period is fairly common, especially amongst competitors. In this episode I am discussing the causes, side effects, and ways to help prevent amenorrhea. Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Did you know that the phrase "fake it til you make it" actually has some merit to it?? In this episode I am talking about how you can rewire your thinking patterns and physically change the structure of your brain through something called neuroplasticity and cognitive restructuring. Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

This one is more of a tough love style episode where I am sharing my personal story about being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and reminding you why it is so important to become the hero of your own story instead of playing the victim. Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this episode I am explaining things like why nutrition labels are allowed to report the calories from net carbs rather than the total calories, how they get away with labeling things that contain fats as “fat free,” and discussing tons of other misleading nutrition labels. - For more information about the FDAs regulations on nutrition labels, check out this site

Stress is unfortunately an inevitable part of the human experience. We all experience some amount of stress to some degree. And we all know that too much stress is a bad thing. In this episode I am diving into a bit more detail on the effects that stress has on things like the cardiovascular system, digestion, sleep, and more. I also talk about ways to manage stress and the importance of eating and training in a way that is out of love and respect for your body, rather than stressing it out more than it needs to be. Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Caffeine is not only a great energy booster and appetite suppressant, but it can also help to stimulate lipolysis. And the combination of those 3 characteristics make it a great ergogenic aid to promote fat loss. But it is also extremely easy to abuse, and can have negative effects on circadian rhythm and the cardiovascular system. - Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

After working in the fitness industry for the past 15 years and competing for almost 10 years now, I am no stranger to the world of PEDs at this point. In this episode I am discussing a handful of anabolic steroids, different types of hormone replacement therapy, prescription grade fat burners, and more. My goal is to clear up some misinformation and open up more dialogue on a fairly taboo topic. Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this episode I am discussing various types of supplements like protein, creatine, glutamine, BCAAs, and more! - Apply to work with me: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Are your cravings for chocolate during your period due to the pathways you've created in your own brain? Or could they be due to an actual nutrient deficiency? Why are certain things, like chips, sooo hard to resist? And why do cravings for other things, like red meat, get super intense sometimes? In this episode, I'm answering all of those questions and more! - Apply for competition coaching: https://form.jotform.com/223648596615064 Apply for lifestyle coaching: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

In this episode I am discussing some of the most common misconceptions about eating disorders, and explaining why disordered eating is NOT the same as an eating disorder. I also talk about common triggers as well as some solutions to overcome certain disordered eating habits. - Apply for competition coaching: https://form.jotform.com/223648596615064 Apply for lifestyle coaching: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061

Wanting to eat more, particularly treat foods and carbs, is a NATURAL physiological response to stress. Finding ways to cope with stress that don't involve food is easier said than done, but can get easier with practice! - Apply for competition coaching: https://form.jotform.com/223648596615064 Apply for lifestyle coaching: https://form.jotform.com/223647843195061