Whitney Andrus - The Direct Road

Half Belly Health hosts a series of group coaching for the community. In November and December we are breaking up with diet culture and reconnecting to ourselves and what we need for total health. This is a recording of our discussions (edited without the clients responses). If you want to join the discussion you can follow Whitney or Half Belly Health on social media or schedule a call here: https://calendly.com/whitneyandrus/coachingconsult Half a Podcast is brought to you by Half Belly Health, offering health coaching that prioritizes the "why" over the metrics. Interested in learning more about our Food Fitness & Feedback program and receiving $10 off the monthly membership? Send "food freedom" to 225-305-5119 to take the first step. Follow us on Facebook at Half Belly Health, on Instagram at @halfbellyhealth or @whitandrus, and on TikTok at @halfawhit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

Half Belly Health hosts a series of group coaching for the community. In November and December we are breaking up with diet culture and reconnecting to ourselves and what we need for total health. This is a recording of our discussions (edited without the clients responses). If you want to join the discussion you can follow Whitney or Half Belly Health on social media or schedule a call here: https://calendly.com/whitneyandrus/coachingconsult Half a Podcast is brought to you by Half Belly Health, offering health coaching that prioritizes the "why" over the metrics. Interested in learning more about our Food Fitness & Feedback program and receiving $10 off the monthly membership? Send "food freedom" to 225-305-5119 to take the first step. Follow us on Facebook at Half Belly Health, on Instagram at @halfbellyhealth or @whitandrus, and on TikTok at @halfawhit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

Welcome to Half a Podcast's Body Gratitude Series, where every Friday we speak life, love, and gratitude into our bodies to kick off the weekend. Half a Podcast is brought to you by Half Belly Health, offering health coaching that prioritizes the "why" over the metrics. Interested in learning more about our Food Fitness & Feedback program and receiving $10 off the monthly membership? Send "food freedom" to 225-305-5119 to take the first step. Follow us on Facebook at Half Belly Health, on Instagram at @halfbellyhealth or @whitandrus, and on TikTok at @halfawhit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

Welcome to Half a Podcast's Body Gratitude Series, where every Friday we speak life, love, and gratitude into our bodies to kick off the weekend. Half a Podcast is brought to you by Half Belly Health, offering health coaching that prioritizes the "why" over the metrics. Interested in learning more about our Food Fitness & Feedback program and receiving $10 off the monthly membership? Send "food freedom" to 225-305-5119 to take the first step. Follow us on Facebook at Half Belly Health, on Instagram at @halfbellyhealth or @whitandrus, and on TikTok at @halfawhit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

In this edition of Half a Podcast, we will be discussing the supplementation of essential vitamins and minerals. However, we won't be focusing on how to take them, but rather on understanding the best practices around marketing, purchasing, and consuming them. This episode was a challenging one to create because it deals with sensitive issues. While I aim to operate from a place of grace and love, I must address the fact that many practices around selling vitamin supplements are unethical at best and dangerous at worst. I welcome any feedback you may have on this topic. Half a Podcast is powered by Half Belly Health, a passion project of mine as your half hostess. Half Belly Health offers health coaching that prioritizes the "why" over the metrics. If you're interested in learning more about our Food Fitness & Feedback program and receiving $10 off the monthly membership, take the first step by heading to WhitneyAndrus.com. Join me on my social media platforms: Facebook, | Half Belly Health, Instagram | @halfbellyhealth OR @whitandrus, and TikTok | @halfawhit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

In this easily digestible edition of Half a Podcast we are talking JOY! Everyone has a soapbox. If you're like me, you have a few. Finding and claiming joy is one one of mine. I truly believe it is one of the best things you can do for your health. Half a Podcast is fueled by Half Belly Health. Half Belly Health is a passion for myself, your half a hostess. It's health coaching designed to focus on the why more than the metrics. If you'd like more information on our Food Fitness & Feedback program and to get $10 off the monthly membership, take the first step ⁠here⁠. Join me across my social media platforms ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ I ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ I⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

In this easily digestible edition of Half a Podcast we are talking food tracking. Food journaling can be one of the best things you do for your health. It allows awareness and intentionality. Want to chat some more? In the episode, we chat about the Half Belly Health Food, Fitness, and Feedback program. If you'd like more information and to get $10 off the monthly membership, take the first step ⁠here⁠. Join me across my social media platforms ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ I ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ I ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ I ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

In this easily digestible edition of Half a Podcast we are talking self care. How it's been fluffed to a hashtag and, as a result, dismissed. Ultimately walking your journey to health is 100% the bravest and most necessary form of self care there is. We are talking how we feed our selves, fill up our cups, and pour into our life. Want to chat some more? Join me across my social media platforms (just search Whitney Andrus and/or Half Belly Health) or on my website www.WhitneyAndrus.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/halfapodcastwithwhitney/message

Ditching what we think it should look like and finding authenticity. We are talking about it here. Have some thoughts? Find all the ways to reach out at www.whitneyandrus.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I had a really toxic mentality when it came to showing up for myself. Show up fully, or don't show up at all. We are talking about it here. Have some thoughts? Find all the ways to reach out at www.whitneyandrus.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'll just apologize for my disappearance and invite you back kindly here.

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I'm talking about all the things. Where I am in my journey. This summer. Everything in between. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to the next season of Thin Fat Line! We are chatting what's coming up, taking breaks, and advertisements. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Holy Moly, Kirk Vidrine of V-Well Solutions is chatting with me and blowing my mind. You know how much I can chat, and he has me speechless. Right there, that is something to celebrate. Here's a little bit about Kirk. Kirk has been working as a fitness professional for over 17 years. He has an undergraduate degree in dietetics from Louisiana State University and a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition, also from Louisiana State University. His specialties are nutrition, weight loss, and corporate wellness programing. Kirk has performed research in nutrition and body composition, bone health, and bio compounds, and has presented his nutrition research at national scientific conferences. Throughout his career Kirk has provided personal training and wellness services, performed cooking demonstrations, taught nutrition at the Louisiana Culinary Institute, and provided corporate wellness education to businesses across Louisiana. He has spent 5 years of his career developing and implementing corporate wellness programs for Shell Oil. Kirk's combination of knowledge and experience with food and exercise allow him to give people a complete picture of what a healthy lifestyle can be. You can head to his website or contact him here: kirk@vwellsolutions.com OR (225) 978-1179. You can follow Thin Fat Line on Social here: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I have gotten a lot of questions about VSG and my journey losing weight. I am calling this the soapbox episode because well, there's a bit of a soapbox. There's a bit of explicit language. Just a fair warning. I am excited for this episode and always here to answer your questions and beyond. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kylee Arnold is my hero among heroes. Ok hyperbolic? Yes, but this is the thing. She has reminded me that life is about grace and even Popeyes chicken. She has shown me grocery store hacks, celebrated my wins, listened to me in my frustrations. She's a nutrition coach with the loveliest since or grace and balance. I am pretty sure all her clients would agree. Don't believe me, listen and give her a follow on social media @arnoldnutritioncoaching. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media:  Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline   TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus   Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The first time I met Tina I was barely clothed. I quickly took all my clothes off. It was my first experience with Boudoir Photography and let me tell you, I was hooked. There is something about falling in love with yourself in pictures and in front of the camera that is beyond this world. It is the confidence boost we all need. This episode reminded me why Tina is a rockstar of epic proportions and the hype woman everyone needs in their life. Beausoliel Boudoir & Portrait on Facebook, Instagram, and in their VIP Group. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Holy Moly, we recorded this episode on Valentine's and it was the perfect day to chat about self love and falling deeply in love with yourself. Beth McCormick was the perfect guest. Once again there was so much to chat about and so little time. So of course we must have her back. You can follow Beth on instagram @bethmccormick80 or her non-profit she co-founded @mightymomsgo.    You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media:  Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline  Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline   TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus   Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts.

In this episode I am chatting with Lauren Luke PT, DPT. Lauren was referred to me with golden reviews by a good friend. She is a vagina hero (and used to go by that on social till fools made it all crazy. Now you can follow her as @the_pelvic_peacemaker_ on IG and join her Facebook group for all the info! We tried to get to all the goodness, but ya know, we were just having so much fun. So we are already planning another recording date! You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I am catching up after vacations and a death in the family. I recorded this episode one month post VSG. I am sharing what has worked for me, where I am, and my hospital visit. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I am chatting with Lindsey Nelson. Lindsey is a friend, a mama, a phenomenal hair stylist, and pound instructor. She is my favorite person to talk business, motherhood, and health with. Her journey is amazing. I am so proud to be in a community with her. Follow her on IG at @lindseynelson.hair or on Facebook at Lindsey Nelson, Hairstylist. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts.

In this episode I am chatting with Jada Bruce of Movement Fitness. Jada is a friend, a mama, a learning with you trainer. She was absolutely the first guest that I wanted to have on. You can follow Movement on all the social @movementfitnesswatson. If you are in the Denham Springs, Watson, or Central area you absolutely must come work out with her team. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's the second Tiny Mic Session. Wahoo, the crowd goes wild. These sessions are unscripted, unedited, and a chance to unwind. This session we are chatting about chasing dopamine. Specifically, how I have used, for most of my adult life, food as my only source of dopamine. Let's be honest, if it wasn't food, it was sex and alcohol in my early 20s. Sorry mom. Now I am exploring more serving ways to get that hug of emotions in intentional and more joyful ways. I would love to hear from you, how do you chase dopamine? You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on YouTube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I am chatting with my husband. He is a man of a few words, but I am telling the story of our child and vison boards. Are they a woo woo, wishful thinking? We think so, but there is a power in the creating and talking through it. I am telling the story of how our child reminded me that I should just dismiss something because it's not my thing (at first). You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/thinfatline Facebook: facebook.com/thinfatline TikTok: tiktok.com/@whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode Whitney walks through her motivations for having Bariatric surgery, specifically VSG. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: @thinfatline Facebook: @thinfatline TikTok: @whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I am curled up on my couch in the most comfy of clothes chatting about the anxiety that can accompany this season and the anxiety I am having before surgery on Monday. Let's just face it, we are all going through it in one way or another. So we are chatting how I get self care in, and all the things in between. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: @thinfatline Facebook: @thinfatline TikTok: @whittokandrus Thin Fat Line is a podcast that explores the thin lines in the 72 billion dollar health and wellness industry. As a society we do a lot of things in the name of health. Where is the line between the things that serve us and the things that are toxic? Thin Fat Line will tell the story of the ends of the earth people will go to in the name of health and open up dialogue with professionals in the industry. Subscribe on youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode we are talking about how it was never about my health. I am offering up stories of my day and the tool that allowed me to refocus on my health and away from being skinny. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: @thinfatline Facebook: @thinfatline TikTok: @whittokandrus Find the Wellness Wheel I reference at The Blissful Mind. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of Thin Fat Line we are back with a bang. I am sitting down with Jim Chapman of Local Leaders Podcast (my podcast guru) as we chat about why the hiatus and changes in my life. You can follow Thin Fat Line on social media: Instagram: @thinfatline Facebook: @thinfatline TikTok: @whittokandrus

Hey! I haven't forgotten. Hurricanes and figuring out the studio aspect has been interesting. We start recording in the new studio Monday! Join the conversation on IG at @thinfatline or on FB Thin Fat Line with Whitney

In this episode we are getting personal. YIKES! I'm talking shame and the literal weight of it I carry around. You can join the conversation on Instagram or TikTok : @thinfatline. Also giving some love to some amazing folks who have contributed big things to my healing over the years and helped me unload and unpack that shame! Sandi Martin, NTP @sandimartinntp / Jada & the community she's built at @MovementMAF / Addie of Addie's Photos @addiesphotosla / Louisiana Women in Business @LAWomeninBusiness.

In this inaugural episode of Thin Fat Line we are exploring the first thoughts of our body and where we develop these ideas. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this pre-episode I am walking through what I imagine this podcast to look like, and asking questions about how I should even get started. I know that seems crazy, but it's amazing how just getting started and staring in that blank canvas can make you question everything. I'm talking about how sometimes body positivity can seem a little toxic positivity and how sometimes you just have to stop chasing numbers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is a little pre story about how seatbelts have been my measurement of worthiness. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is an unscripted, imperfect, no microphone thoughts about Thin Fat Line

I felt like I needed to step in and explain where things are going and why things are changing! Cheers to new adventures!

My tips for economically surviving the social distancing. Social Space —> Facebook.com/groups/socialspaceFB :: This is the raw and unedited thoughts of me, Whitney Andrus. My goal is to show you that direct sales is the coolest job in the world, full of possibilities! I do this all while stepping on leggos and raising the family. Follow me on IG and Facebook @whitandrus. See ya there!

Does your company offer events, trainings, or trip? GET THERE. :: This is the raw and unedited thoughts of me, Whitney Andrus. My goal is to show you that direct sales is the coolest job in the world, full of possibilities! I do this all while stepping on leggos and raising the family. Follow me on IG and Facebook @whitandrus. See ya there!

Stop focusing on the result! Let’s talk process goals. :: This is the raw and unedited thoughts of me, Whitney Andrus. My goal is to show you that direct sales is the coolest job in the world, full of possibilities! I do this all while stepping on leggos and raising the family. Follow me on IG and Facebook @whitandrus. See ya there!

I’m chatting about why it’s important to share the journey and the importance of evaluating your mission and authenticity. :: This is the raw and unedited thoughts of me, Whitney Andrus. My goal is to show you that direct sales is the coolest job in the world, full of possibilities! I do this all while stepping on leggos and raising the family. Follow me on IG and Facebook @whitandrus. See ya there!

This is a bonus episode in response to a lot of kickback I got on a Facebook post. This is the raw and unedited thoughts of me, Whitney Andrus. My goal is to show you that direct sales is the coolest job in the world, full of possibilities! I do this all while stepping on leggos and raising the family. Follow me on IG and Facebook @whitandrus. See ya there!

This is the raw and unedited thoughts of me, Whitney Andrus. My goal is to show you that direct sales is the coolest job in the world, full of possibilities! I do this all while stepping on leggos and raising the family. Follow me on IG and Facebook @whitandrus. See ya there!

How many times have you heard, "You just need to find that work/life balance" OR "How do you balance work and life?" I am going to say something that may be an unpopular opinion. Ready? Balance doesn't exist. Period. As a mom, I believe this even more now. These kids are crazy. The to-do list is out of control. This house isn't cleaning itself. Balance is a myth and totally unnecessary. What I do believe in is HARMONY. Things don't need to balance perfectly or even at all, but harmony is crucial. As a mom, it can be difficult, if not dang near impossible, to work your business AND do all the mommy things, but one thing has worked brilliantly for me. INVOLVE YOUR KIDS! Easier said than done, but this is the thing. Your kiddos want to be a part of your business. This is how I include my two kiddos in my business.

A little bird’s eye view of my first year in the direct sales industry and my biggest regret!

The idea of direct sales wasn’t just something that scared me. It repulsed me! Yet here I am talking to you about direct sales. So this episode really just answers the big question, “why direct sales?” This is my story down The Direct Road.