Podcasts about nutrition coaching

Dr. Ben Skutnik, PhD, CSCS*D, NSCA-CPT*D, is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance Lab Director at Butler University and Head of Nutrition Coaching at Power Athlete. Dr. Ben Skutnik joins the show to separate fact from fad in aerobic training, debunking zone 2 hype and explaining why VO2 max matters but isn't everything. Expect to learn why reading scientific literature is its own skill, how uncontrolled variables quietly derail hypertrophy and menstrual-cycle training research, why treating people as fragile backfires, why anecdote in human performance often outruns the research, how "closing the loop" with clients beats chasing mechanisms, what the Norwegian 4x4 method gets right (and what most zone 2 research gets wrong about training zones), and how to actually build VO2 max with the critical power model, and much more. Connect with Ben: Power Athlete Coach Bio LinkedIn Google Scholar Episodes you'll enjoy next: #400 — Build Aerobic Fitness Before Mitochondrial Peptides: AMPK, VO2 Max & Recovery — Dr. Dwayne Jackson: Listen here #374 — Zone 2 Cardio: What the Science Really Says (Pros, Cons & Better Options) with Kristi Storoschuk: Listen here Episode Timestamps: 1:46 — Why Ben was recommended for this conversation on cardiovascular and aerobic programming 7:31 — Reading scientific literature is a skill set of its own 14:05 — Hypertrophy training to failure and uncontrolled variables in research 16:27 — Debunking myths about training around the menstrual cycle 18:20 — Human resilience and the danger of treating people as fragile 22:09 — Why consistency beats trying to "hack" optimization 22:40 — Nutrition fear-mongering and overly restrictive diets 27:25 — Changing one variable at a time vs. the "kitchen sink" approach 29:55 — Why anecdotal evidence in human performance is often ahead of the research 34:48 — The ethics of placebo and "closing the loop" with clients 37:34 — The psychology of performance: the NFL kicker example 43:13 — The Norwegian 4x4 method and zone 2 training myths 46:40 — Why most zone 2 research relies on the wrong zone model 52:53 — HYROX, CrossFit, and Goodhart's Law in training 1:05:18 — Is VO2 max overrated? Performance vs. health tradeoffs 1:15:25 — Building VO2 max: interval protocols and the critical power model 1:26:02 — Life-changing results: taking deconditioned clients from VO2 max 18 to 35 1:30:09 — Where to find Ben Skutnik and his work at Butler University and Power Athlete Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Kombucha. Is this fizzy, tangy drink really the gut health hero everyone on social media claims it to be, or is it just another trendy beverage riding the wellness wave straight into your grocery store fridge? Jenn digs into what kombucha is, how it is made, and what the research says about its impact on digestion, immunity, skin, blood sugar, and even your liver. There is a lot to like here, and yet there are also a few catches that most labels will not tell you, from hidden sugar to a serving size most people are drinking way past. So is kombucha worth the hype, or the price tag? Jenn breaks down both sides before landing on her verdict. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramA Review on Kombucha Tea—Microbiology, Composition, Fermentation, Beneficial Effects, Toxicity, and Tea Fungus - Jayabalan - 2014National Library of Medicine Article - Microbial and Chemical Profiles of Commercial Kombucha ProductsThe Effect of ProbioticsHow Probiotics Can Help You Lose Weight and Belly FatNational Library of Medicine Article - Chemical Constitution and Antimicrobial Activity of Kombucha Fermented BeverageNational Library of Medicine Article: Hepatoprotective Properties of Kombucha Tea Against TBHPNational Library of Medicine Article - Green Tea and the Risk of Prostate CancerNational Library of Medicine Article - Green Tea Consumption and Risk of Breast CancerNational Library of Medicine Article - An Inverse Association Between Tea Consumption and Colorectal Cancer RiskTaylor & Francis - A Review on Health Benefits of Kombucha Nutritional Compounds and MetabolitesScienceDirect: Downregulation of Signaling Molecules Involved in Angiogenesis of Prostate Cancer Cell Line (PC-3) by Kombucha ScienceDirect: Effect of Green Tea Extract on Obese Women: A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Clinical TrialNational Library of Medicine Article - Hypoglycemic and Antilipidemic Properties of Kombucha Tea in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic RatsNational Library of Medicine Article - Kombucha Tea as an Anti-hyperglycemic Agent in Humans with Diabetes – a Randomized Controlled Pilot InvestigationNational Library of Medicine Article - Glycemic Index and Insulin Index after a Standard Carbohydrate Meal Consumed with Live Kombucha: A Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Crossover Trial National Library of Medicine Article - Green Tea Catechins Prevent Low-density Lipoprotein Oxidation via their Accumulation in Low-density Lipoprotein Particles in HumansNational Library of Medicine Article - Protective Effect of Kombucha on Rats Fed a Hypercholesterolemic Diet is Mediated by its Antioxidant ActivityNational Library of Medicine Article - Does Tea Affect Cardiovascular Disease? A Meta-AnalysisCDC - Unexplained Severe Illness Possibly Associated with Consumption of Kombucha Tea -- Iowa, 1995Mayo Clinic - Kombucha Tea: Does it Have Health Benefits?Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Kombucha and Gut Health, Kombucha Benefits, Kombucha, Fermented Tea, Scoby, Symbiotic Colony Of Bacteria And Yeast, Gut Health, Probiotics, Microbiome Diversity, Digestive Health, Immune System Support, Skin Health, Antioxidants, Acetic Acid, Antibacterial Properties, Green Tea, Black Tea, Liver Support, Liver Toxicity, Cancer Prevention, Polyphenols, Cardiovascular Disease, Metabolic Health, Weight Management, Blood Sugar Balance, Fasting Blood Sugar, Glycemic Response, Cholesterol Levels, Belly Fat Reduction, Calories Burned, Soda Alternative, Sugar Content, Food Additives, Serving Size, Fermentation Process, Alcohol Content, Caffeine Content, Wellness Trends, Nutrition Coaching, Healthy Beverages, Functional Foods, Weight Loss, Health Benefits Of Drinking Kombucha Daily, Does Kombucha Help With Gut Health And Weight Loss

In this episode, Nicole unpacks the difference between pursuing thinness at all costs and pursuing fat loss in a way that actually supports your health. She shares her own experience of being at her smallest - and simultaneously her least healthy - as years of restriction and over-exercise cost her energy, strength, her menstrual cycle, bone health, and a healthy relationship with food.Nicole also explores where our obsession with thinness comes from, how 90s and early-2000s diet culture taught women to equate smaller bodies with health, discipline, and worth, and how weight stigma and fear of gaining weight continue to influence the way women eat and care for their bodies today.Throughout this episode you'll learn how to tell the difference between weight loss at all costs and health-promoting, sustainable fat loss - including why muscle, strength, nutrition, menstrual health, energy, flexibility around food, and your ability to maintain your habits matter more than getting the number on the scale as low as possible.Because weight loss tells you your body got lighter, but it doesn't tell you what you lost to get there. If you want to lose body fat without bringing back the restriction, food fear, or diet-culture rules you grew up with, DM Nicole REWRITE on Instagram or fill out a 1:1 coaching application.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Seven years of Salad With a Side of Fries, seven frontiers, one wild ride through the evolution of wellness trends. Jenn Trepeck is pulling back the curtain on every guest's “Next Frontier in Wellness” prediction this show has ever recorded, and Volume One kicks things off right where the whole journey began in 2019.Host Jenn Trepeck opens The Next Frontier Files on Salad With a Side of Fries by revisiting Year One; the show launched in August 2019 and collided head-on with a global pandemic. From genetic optimization to mental health and a stubborn pull toward back-to-basics wellness, this look back sets the tone for the entire seven-part series.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ How early guests predicted genetic optimization and personalized health long before it became mainstream✅ Why mental health emerged as the single biggest theme once the pandemic hit in 2020✅ What back-to-basics wellness really meant to nearly a dozen different guests in Year One✅ Which Year One predictions on anti-diet culture, sobriety, and CBD are still playing out todayThe Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into real-life wellness and weight loss, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview of the series with clips from Wade Lightheart, Tricia Senzel, and Jeff Chilton00:45 Jenn Trepeck introduces The Next Frontier Files, a new mini-series marking seven years on air05:20 The seven-part journey begins with Year One, with the show's launch right before the pandemic changed everything06:09 Christine Sotmary discusses early genetic testing and personalized wellness plans07:00 Wade Lightheart predicts genetic optimization and a merging of technology with the body10:02 Five guests, Deanna Tikhonov, Tricia Senzel, Paula Rizzo, Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi and Nandar Matari share why mental health will be wellness' biggest focus in 2020 and overall13:13 Nandar Matari urges more attention on mindfulness and emotional wellbeing for young people17:38 Jeff Chilton and Chef Danielle Alex both call for a return to back-to-basics wellness21:10 Melainie Rogers and Andrea Owen open up on anti-diet culture and long-term sobriety22:42 Gali Dotan calls for a holistic approach to wellness, and Dr. Robert Shire discusses CBD24:28 Bailey Cohen highlights the early plant-forward shift happening among younger generationsKEY TAKEAWAYS:

If you grew up in the '90s or early 2000s, there's a good chance some of the diet rules you learned back then are still influencing the way you eat, exercise, and think about weight loss today.In this episode, Nicole breaks down seven common diet-culture beliefs Millennial women may still be subscribing to without realizing it - from believing eating less is always better, to treating the scale like a report card, “saving” calories, earning food with exercise, and assuming struggle means you need more discipline.You'll also learn the evidence-based rewrite for each rule, why knowing better doesn't always mean you can immediately do better, and how old diet-culture conditioning can sabotage sustainable fat loss.If you're ready to lose body fat without reliving '90s and early-2000s diet culture, apply for 1:1 nutrition coaching through the link in the show notes or DM Nicole REWRITE on Instagram.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

A client recently ended our work together after I asked her to keep a food journal for one week.The request came after she told me she was experiencing midlife weight gain and didn't understand why. I wasn't asking her to count calories, weigh her food, or prove that she was doing something wrong. I was using food journaling for what it can be very good at: helping us understand someone's actual eating habits and patterns so we have better information to work with.And it got me thinking about something much bigger than food tracking.When we hire a coach, dietitian, nutritionist, trainer—or any expert—we often want a plan. Tell me what to eat. Tell me what to do. Tell me how to fix this.But good nutrition coaching doesn't always work that way.Sometimes the next step isn't another meal plan. Sometimes it's paying attention.In this episode, I'm talking about why "I eat healthy" may be completely true and still not tell us very much about what's actually happening. I'm also looking at the role food tracking can play in nutrition coaching, why it's appropriate for some people and not for others, and why our eating patterns are often much harder to remember accurately than we think.For women in midlife, weight changes rarely exist in a vacuum. Menopause, sleep, stress, activity, pain, medications and lifestyle changes can all be part of the picture. Understanding menopause weight gain means looking at the whole person rather than simply handing someone another diet or meal plan.Most importantly, I'm talking about the responsibility on both sides of a coaching relationship. A good coach should listen, ask questions, provide expertise and meet a client where she is. But a client also has to be willing to observe, experiment, provide information and participate in the process.Because sustainable healthy eating and behavior change don't come from following the perfect plan.Sometimes the most useful thing we can do isn't immediately change what we're eating.It's getting curious about what's actually happening.I would love to hear from you! What did you think of the episode? Share it with me :) Support the showLet's Be FriendsHang out with Heather on IG @greenpalettekitchen or on FB HERE.Let's Talk!Whether you are looking for 1-1 nutrition coaching or kitchen coaching let's have a chat. Click HERE to reach out to Heather.Did You Love This Episode? "I love Heather and the Real Food Stories Podcast!" If this is you, please do not hesitate to leave a five-star review on Apple or wherever you listen to podcasts. 

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Become a successful nutrition coach making 30k+ annually: https://www.showupfitness.com/products/suf-nutrition-courseMost people think “nutrition coaching” means macros and a food list. We don't. We talk through what it looks like when a trainer treats nutrition like a real service with clear boundaries, a structured assessment, and an actual registered dietitian on the team. The difference is immediate: clients stop getting vague advice during rest periods and start getting a process they can follow, measure, and trust.We get into the nuts and bolts of onboarding: setting expectations up front, keeping nutrition as a separate paid service, and using simple objective measures like blood pressure to stand out in a gym full of coaches who skip the basics. From there we go deeper into behavior change, because fat loss is rarely about knowing what a calorie is. It's stress, sleep, decision fatigue, and the shame loop that makes clients hide what they eat. We break down how to coach weekends, binges, and “off plan” meals without punishment, using habit loops and practical next-step strategies clients can actually execute.You'll also hear the tangible tools that make this work in the real world: food photos, food scales, portion plates, hydration tracking, RD-built snack options, and stress tracking sheets that turn emotions into action steps. If you want to build a professional nutrition coaching offer that gets results and creates a dependable second revenue stream, this gives you the roadmap. Subscribe, share this with a trainer friend, and leave a review with the system you want to implement first.Want to become a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer? SUF-CPT is the FASTEST growing personal training certification in the world!Want to ask us a question?  Email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show!Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Successful Personal Trainer Book Vol. 2 (Amazon): https://a.co/d/1aoRnqANASM / ACE / ISSA study guide: https://www.showupfitness.com

Chasing harder workouts when you're already stressed or exhausted might be the exact thing sabotaging your weight loss journey. This episode of Salad with a Side of Fries digs into why pushing through chronic stress with intense training backfires, and what truly helps your body recover.Jenn Trepeck and guest Molly McNamee, founder of MFit Workouts, explore how hormone balance, cortisol, and simple daily tracking habits can help you match your movement to your stress and finally break the overtraining cycle.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ How chronic stress and cortisol overload can stall weight loss even with a perfect diet and workout routine✅ The physical warning signs, like bloating, bruising, and getting sick often, that signal your body is overstressed✅ How to use a daily "vibe check" and warm-up test to decide whether to push hard or dial back your workout✅ Why cool downs and restorative movement like Pilates and yoga are essential tools for calming an overstressed nervous systemThe Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into real-life wellness and weight loss, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Why stress sabotages workouts (and vice versa) which creates a vicious training cycle04:45 Molly McNamee, a fitness and hormone coach, shares how a concussion revealed her own chronic stress and burnout08:06 Physical symptoms that signal stress is affecting your body and hormones10:18 The biggest overtraining mistakes people make when stressed and stuck13:14 Shifting the mindset that more (or more intense) workouts always means better results19:34 Why tracking your cycle and symptoms reveals hidden stress patterns23:31 Using a daily "vibe check" to match workout intensity to your energy26:22 Building a Plan A and Plan B for workouts based on stress levels31:20 The importance of the cool down42:49 Molly hopes to see a continued pattern of coming back to the fundamentals of wellnessKEY TAKEAWAYS:

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, Nicole explores why guilt, fear, and shame can create urgency, but rarely create the flexible, sustainable habits required for lasting fat loss.Throughout this conversation you'll learn what research says about self-compassion, acceptance, weight stigma, and behavior change, plus how the diet-culture messages Millennial women learned in the '90s and early 2000s continue to influence food choices, exercise, body image, and expectations today.Nicole also shares how to rewrite old diet culture scripts and pursue body composition goals without punishment, and create an evidence-based approach to nutrition that supports fat loss and a healthier relationship with food.Ready to lose body fat without reliving diet culture? Apply for one-on-one nutrition coaching through the link in the show notes, or DM Nicole REWRITE on Instagram.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Click to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodeAs part of the Graced Health Sunset Series, I sit down with Shaela Daugherty — certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and host of the Simple Fitness Habits podcast, where she helps Christian women simplify their health and fitness without the guilt or the overwhelm.Shaela's story took an unexpected turn in late 2025, when she was diagnosed with breast cancer at 33 and thrust — almost overnight — into permanent, treatment-induced menopause. In this conversation, she shares how that diagnosis reshaped her approach to health, why simplicity became a matter of survival, and how she's helping women return to consistency again and again, even in the messiest seasons of life. We also talk about her Stronger Collective community, the tools she's built to make workouts realistic on hard days, and the one episode she'd point you to first.Topics Discussed Today:Shaela's sudden journey into medical menopause at 33Why simplicity became her lifeline through treatmentThe real skill behind lasting health: learning to returnInside the Stronger Collective and the new Weekly Reset tool"Fitness snacking" and making room for messy daysShaela's one episode to start withEpisode Links:Simple Fitness Habits Podcast ​​Shaela's Website ​​The Stronger Collective My latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnell

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Kodiak Frozen Waffles, the popular breakfast brand a listener swears by. Are these grab-and-go waffles really the wholesome, protein-packed breakfast the packaging promises, or is there more going on once you flip the box over and read the fine print? Jenn breaks down the calories, the fat, the protein, and the carbs, then digs into the ingredient list to see what is really fueling that "epic day" the marketing keeps promising. She weighs the pros against a few surprising catches, including one number on the label that gives her pause. Is this a breakfast staple or strictly an on-occasion treat? Tune in to hear Jenn's verdict. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramNutrition Nugget: Trader Joe's Sweet & Sour Gummy WormsKEYWORDS: Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Kodiak Waffles, Frozen Waffles, Whole Grain Waffles, High Protein Breakfast, Protein Waffles, Weight Loss Tips, Healthy Breakfast Options, Net Carbs, Added Sugar, Blood Sugar Balance, Glycemic Index, Nutrition Labels, Ingredient List, Canola Oil, Whey Protein Isolate, Wheat Protein Isolate, Fiber Intake, Dietary Fiber, Sodium Content, Processed Foods, Breakfast Meal Planning, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Healthy Fats, Protein Sources, Meal Balance, Carbohydrate Counting, Food Marketing, Health Food Myths, Grocery Store Shopping, Real Food Ingredients, Nutrition Coaching, Wellness Podcast, Real Life Nutrition, Frozen Breakfast Foods, Quick Breakfast Ideas, Meal Prep, Food Label Reading, Healthy Eating Habits, Protein Per Serving, Whole Foods Nutrition, Are Kodiak Waffles Healthy, Kodiak Waffles Nutrition Facts

In this episode of Health, Wellth & Wisdom, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen shares a conversation originally recorded for fellow nutrition coach Lisa Franz's podcast, Nutrition Coaching & Life. Throughout the conversation you'll hear about Nicole's journey from restrictive eating and calorie-focused exercise to strength training, flexible consistency, and her healthiest relationship with food yet. You'll also learn about: why hyper-independent women struggle with sustainable weight loss, how perfectionism fuels all-or-nothing thinking, why the scale is only one measure of progress, what healthy habits can look like while raising two toddlerswhy “good enough” meals and workouts still countwhy sustainable progress is less about discipline and more about learning how to adapt when life doesn't go according to planIf you've ever thought you should be able to manage your nutrition and weight-loss goals on your own, or felt like a workout or meal didn't count because it wasn't ideal, this conversation is for you.Lisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritioncoachingandlife/Nicole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionwithnicole/

Click to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodeAs part of the Graced Health Sunset Series, I sit down with Kate Lyman — nutrition coach, Master of Public Health, Certified Health Education Specialist, and owner of Kate Lyman Nutrition. Kate also co-hosts the How to Fitness podcast alongside Michael Ulloa, where the pair bring an evidence-based, ad-free lens to trending wellness and nutrition topics.In this conversation, Kate breaks down how she and Michael research and script their deep-dive episodes, why the menopause transition is a hotbed for health misinformation, and why "it depends" might be the most honest (and most frustrating) answer in wellness. We also swap stories on episodes that surprised us, the sketchy side of the supplement industry, and how to think clearly about GLP-1 medications.Topics Discussed Today:Behind the scenes of a research-heavy podcast Why the menopause transition attracts so much misinformation The pull of hot takes Framing health advice as experimentation Navigating GLP-1 medications Kate's one takeaway for listenersEpisode LinksHow To Fitness Podcasthttps://www.katelymannutrition.com/how-to-fitness-podcastMy latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnell

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, host Nicole Hagen unpacks the toxic diet culture that shaped an entire generation of millennial women and explains why so many of us are still trying to unlearn the messages we absorbed decades later.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Why growing up during the 90s and early 2000s created unique relationship with food, weight, and body image struggles for many millennial womenFive lies diet culture taught us about health, weight loss, and our bodiesWhy eating less isn't automatically healthier, and what research says about nourishing your body for energy, recovery, muscle preservation, and long-term healthHow to pursue body composition goals without sacrificing your well-beingHow labeling foods as "good" and "bad" fuels guilt, all-or-nothing thinking, and a complicated relationship with eatingHow to recognize the difference between pursuing fat loss because you genuinely want to feel stronger and healthier versus chasing the impossible standard diet culture convinced us would finally make us feel "enough"If brands like Special K, SlimFast, SnackWell's, Yoplait, Weight Watchers, Cosmo, America's Next Top Model, and/or The Biggest Loser were a part of your childhood this episode will help you understand how the messages shared by those brands shaped us so we can stop blaming ourselves and choose a healthier path forward.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In nutrition and health coaching, one of the central challenges is understanding how people actually change, particularly when life is complex, motivation fluctuates, and behaviour is shaped by emotion, identity, environment, and relationships. In this episode, Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon discusses the human skills that underpin effective coaching practice. We discuss the importance of the coach–client relationship, the role of therapeutic alliance, and how concepts from counselling and psychology can be used appropriately within scope of practice. The discussion also explores autonomy-supportive coaching, self-regulation, compassion, acceptance, feedback, and the meta-skills practitioners need in order to improve over time. Timestamps [06:10] What makes a competent practitioners? [11:17] Scope of practice line [17:49] Therapeutic alliance [23:33] Applying compassion and acceptance [31:18] LLMs vs human connection [34:40] Meta skills for practitioners [38:51] Getting better feedback [44:23] Collaboration and autonomy [55:44] Key ideas recap Links: Go to episode page Join the Sigma newsletter for free Subscribe to Sigma Nutrition Premium Enroll in the next cohort of our Applied Nutrition Literacy course Past episode #326: Adaptability & Autonomy in the Nutrition Coaching Process Krista's website: kristascottdixon.com Instagram: @stumptuous 1% Better Academy The textbook: Applied Nutrition Coaching and Counseling: ebook version US Canada UK International

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about slowmaxxing, the viral trend that flips hustle culture on its head. Is the answer to burnout really found in 48-hour chocolate chip cookies and 15-minute coffee rituals, or is that taking things a little too far? Jenn breaks down what slowmaxxing really means, why it might be the antidote to internet brain rot, and how it connects to the priorities we already claim to care about. Does slowing down mean getting less done, or could it be the missing piece that makes everything else work better? Tune in to hear how Jenn is putting this trend to the test in her own life, and whether she thinks it is worth adopting or just another wellness fad dressed up with a new name. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramClearing Up Brain Fog and Powering Up Brain EnergyThere's Not Enough Time in the Day (feat. Megan Sumrell)Feeling Off Track? Follow the CURVE (feat. Anna Dearmon Kornick)Morning Routine ChecklistNutrition Nugget: Senobi Breathing7 Types of RestKEYWORDS: Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Slow Maxxing, Slow Living, Hustle Culture, Burnout Prevention, Protein Maxxing, Fiber Maxxing, Weight Loss, Wellness Coaching, Mindful Living, Self Care, Morning Routine, Single Tasking, Multitasking, Time Management, Digital Detox, Screen Time, Stress Management, Anxiety Relief, Emotional Wellness, Sleep Issues, Digestive Health, Gratitude Journal, Presence Practice, Mindfulness, Nervous System Regulation, Breathwork, Sunobi Breathing, Work Life Balance, Productivity Tips, Calendar Blocking, Buffer Time, Rest And Recovery, Seven Types Of Rest, Nature Connection, Glimmers, Nutrition Coaching, Healthy Habits, Overwhelm Relief, Intentional Living, Coffee Ritual, How To Avoid Burnout Naturally, Slow Living Tips For Busy People

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!A single “cheat meal” can quietly erase a full week of progress and it usually happens in plain sight. We start with a deceptively simple question: how many calories are really in a burger with bacon and sauce, a loaded baked potato, and a big beer? Then we unpack why traditional food logs often fail, why photo tracking changes everything, and how coaches can spot the difference between honest effort and inaccurate reporting without turning nutrition into a guilt trip.From there, we react to a viral influencer claim that you should not give weight loss advice unless you've been over 200 pounds and lost it yourself, plus the idea that fat loss is “99% mental.” We challenge the gatekeeping, separate lived experience from true expertise, and explain why evidence-based coaching still has to respect the first law of thermodynamics. Mindset matters because it drives adherence, but it cannot outrun energy balance, especially when plans are unsustainable, protein is too low, sleep is wrecked, hunger is high, and the environment is stacked against consistency.We also get practical about what responsible nutrition coaching looks like: understanding scope of practice, building a referral team (registered dietitian, psychologist, physical therapist), and knowing when a client's situation requires more than macros and motivation. If you care about fat loss coaching, personal trainer development, nutrition education, and cutting through social media noise with real strategy, this one will sharpen your lens fast. Subscribe, share this with a trainer friend, and leave a review with the biggest nutrition myth you want us to tackle next.Want to become a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer? SUF-CPT is the FASTEST growing personal training certification in the world!Want to ask us a question?  Email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show!Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Successful Personal Trainer Book Vol. 2 (Amazon): https://a.co/d/1aoRnqANASM / ACE / ISSA study guide: https://www.showupfitness.com

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, host Nicole Hagen unpacks the concept of vanishing caloric density and explains why it's so easy to eat more than you realize - even when you genuinely don't feel like you're eating that much.If you've ever wondered why a bag of chips seems to disappear in minutes while a balanced meal keeps you full for hours, this episode is for you. Nicole shares how understanding vanishing caloric density can help you build meals that naturally leave you feeling fuller, more energized, and better equipped to pursue sustainable weight loss.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:What vanishing caloric density isWhy your brain doesn't count calories and instead relies on cues like volume, protein, fiber, water, and chewing to regulate fullnessWhy highly processed foods make it easier to consume calories without feeling satisfiedPractical ways to increase satiety by building meals around protein, fiber, water, and volumeHow to navigate calorie-dense foods without fear, guilt, or an all-or-nothing mindsetReaching your sustainable weight loss doesn't require eliminating potato chips or never eating processed foods. It requires understanding how different foods influence your hunger, fullness, and appetite so you can make informed decisions that support your goals. When you stop relying on willpower and start working with your biology, healthy eating gets a whole lot easier.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

As coaches, we are the guide that our clients are seeking to help them make sense of all the information that is flung at them every day. From empathetic coaching and listening to working with clients to find a path to sustainable behavior change, Jenny chats with Licensed Nutritionist Brooke Jeffries about the elements of coaching nutrition and wellness that we should all get really good at! Happy learning and listening!

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, host Nicole Hagen explores an important question: Can GLP-1 medications affect your mood?While these medications are well known for reducing appetite, quieting food noise, and supporting weight loss, far less attention has been given to their potential psychological and emotional effects. Nicole takes an evidence-based, nuanced look at what researchers know so far, why experiences vary from person to person, and why conversations about mental health deserve to be part of the GLP-1 discussion.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:How GLP-1 medications work and why they may influence more than just appetiteWhat current research says about mood changes, emotional blunting, and the brain's reward systemWhy food provides more than nutrition, and how losing interest in food can create an unexpected emotional adjustmentHow rapid weight loss and identity shifts can impact mental and emotional well-beingWhy some people feel happier on GLP-1 medications while others report feeling "flat"Questions to ask yourself if you notice changes in your mood and when it's time to talk with your healthcare providerAs GLP-1 medications become increasingly common, it's important to move beyond oversimplified conversations that label them as either miracle drugs or something to fear. Whether you're taking a GLP-1 medication yourself, considering one, or simply trying to better understand a loved one's experience, this episode offers a compassionate, evidence-based perspective that acknowledges both the physical and emotional aspects of treatment.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

One small choice can flip your whole day, and your day is built from moments like that.If you want better focus, fewer injuries, more consistent workouts, and deeper sleep, the basics are done right are your edge. Most people skip them going for some "hacks".If this helped, subscribe, share it with someone who cares about better health and living their life to the fullest, and leave a quick review so more people can find the show. What's the first change you're committing to this week?Free Coaching Session: https://calendly.com/angelashurina/executive-momentum-360Text Me Your Thoughts and IdeasSupport the showBrought to you by Angela Shurina  Certified Health, Sleep, Performance & Executive Coach 360 with 18 years of experience helping people change to feel, be and do their best.

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen answers four listener-submitted questions covering some of the most talked-about topics in nutrition and wellness right now: creatine, the viral "bean diet," GLP-1 medications and mood, and how to navigate the emotional ups and downs of measuring progress.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Whether creatine is only beneficial for heavy lifters or if women can benefit from taking it tooThe research behind creatine supplementation for muscle health, strength, and agingWhy the viral "bean diet" may be helping some people lose weight The role fiber plays in satiety, blood sugar regulation, and sustainable weight lossWhether GLP-1 medications can affect mood and why some people report feeling emotionally different while taking themWhy scale and measurement fluctuations can feel emotionally charged and how to develop a healthier relationship with progress Practical ways to separate your worth and effort from the number you see on the scaleIf you've ever wondered whether you need the latest supplement, questioned a viral nutrition trend, or felt discouraged when your progress didn't look the way you expected, this episode will leave you feeling informed, reassured, and better equipped to navigate your weight loss journey with more nuance and self-compassion.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Send us Fan MailThe Quiet Power of Legumes.What if the secret to a longer, healthier life isn't trendy, expensive, or Instagram-worthy — it's sitting in a can in your pantry right now? Today, I break down why legumes show up again and again in the diets of the world's longest-living people, and how to add them to your plate without overhauling your life.Calls to Action•       Rate and subscribe to Project Weight Loss•       Share this episode with someone who needs a gentle nudge toward sustainable habits•       Try one of the three legume swaps this week and tag the showCitations & SourcesDarmadi-Blackberry, I., Wahlqvist, M. L., Kouris-Blazos, A., Steen, B., Lukito, W., Horie, Y., & Horie, K. (2004). Legumes: the most important dietary predictor of survival in older people of different ethnicities. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 13(2), 217–220.Buettner, D., & Skemp, S. (2016). Blue Zones: Lessons From the World's Longest Lived. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, 10(5), 318–321.Stanley, E. (Lord Derby). "Those who think they have no time for healthy eating will sooner or later have to find time for illness." (Widely attributed quote, often cited in health and wellness literature.)DisclaimerThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Listeners with specific health conditions or dietary needs should consult their healthcare provider or a registered dietitian.Let's go, let's get it done.Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen shares 6 wellness industry trends that are wildly overrated and explains why complexity often distracts people from the foundational behaviors that actually move the needle when it comes to health and sustainable weight loss.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Why adding trendy ingredients like beef tallow, collagen, or protein powder doesn't make ultra-processed foods “healthy”What the “health halo effect” is and how it can unintentionally lead to overeatingWhy demonizing processed and convenience foods ignores accessibility, privilege, and real-life capacityWhy supplements are often marketed as solutions to problems rooted in inconsistent foundational habitsThe truth about “natural” foods and why natural doesn't always mean healthier or saferWhy most people would benefit more from mastering basic health behaviors before diving into biohacking and expensive optimization toolsIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by wellness advice online or wondered whether you really need all the powders, gadgets, routines, and optimization strategies influencers promote, this episode will help you separate what's flashy from what's actually effective.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this solo episode, Dr. Mike T. Nelson dives into the intersection of AI and coaching. Using his quest to pick up the 175-pound Inch dumbbell as an example, he shows how AI struggles with niche topics where quality training data is scarce — and why that matters for fitness advice. Topics covered: Why AI gave terrible advice on training for the Inch dumbbell — and what that reveals about how AI sources information The protein-and-kidney-damage myth: when AI repeats bad science Where AI actually helps coaches: data analysis, blood work organization, backend tasks, and production workflows Why clients still want (and need) a real human coach — accountability, customization, and skin in the game Will people be compliant to a robot coach? Probably not The baseline is rising: why just writing training and nutrition programs isn't enough anymore Flex Diet Certification — now open through Monday, June 22nd, 2026 at midnight PST. Eight interventions (protein, fats, carbs, exercise, sleep, micronutrition, fasting, and more) built on coaching leverage and metabolic flexibility. Includes direct email access to Dr. Nelson for enrolled students. Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, host and head coach Nicole Hagen is joined by Nutrition Coaching client, Ashley Hernley, for a powerful conversation about creating sustainable weight loss with ADHD, building body confidence, and creating habits that last.Ashley shares how she lost over 40 pounds and 26 inches, transformed her body composition, and built realistic routines that supported both her physical and mental health - all without restriction or perfectionism.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:How Ashley created transformational change habits while continuing to eat out and enjoy fun foodsThe role accountability played in her successHow she adapted her habits and behaviors to work with her ADHD, rather than against itWhy body composition and strength became more meaningful than scale weight aloneHow improving sleep, routines, and meal prep supported long-term progressWhat confident maintenance looks like after fat lossThis conversation is a refreshing reminder that lasting transformation isn't about having more willpower, but about building supportive systems, realistic habits, and self-trust over time.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this episode of the Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen breaks down why it's so easy to eat more than you think (especially in today's modern food environment) and why that doesn't mean you're lazy, broken, or “bad” at nutrition.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Why restaurant meals are more calorie-dense than meals prepared at homeHow “healthy” foods can still make fat loss more difficult if portions and energy intakeWhat portion distortion is and the role it plays in sustainable weight lossThe importance of calorie and macronutrient awareness WITHOUT becoming obsessivePractical strategies for navigating restaurant meals while still enjoying your life and favorite foodsIf you've ever felt like you're “doing everything right” but still struggling to lose weight, this episode will help you better understand the role calorie density, food environment, and portion awareness play, without leaving you feeling discouraged or fearful around food.Instead, you'll walk away feeling informed, empowered, and better equipped to make nutrition decisions that support your health, your goals, and your relationship with food long-term.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Become a nutrition coach w/ SUF-NC to work alongside of RD's and drive in streams of revenue. SUF-NC on average make an additional 30k per monthWhy is fat loss so confusing? Because trainers are taught shortcuts instead of systems.In episode 1 of the How to Become a Nutrition Coach series, we break down the 1st law of thermodynamics, calories in vs calories out, and why energy balance still matters 100% of the time. We also discuss why humans aren't robots and how sleep, stress, hunger, environment, hydration, hormones, and habits all influence fat loss adherence.Better understand the law of thermodynamics and what a calorie is. Why does calories in vs calories out always work, but there are other factors that influence this such as hunger, hormones, sleep, stress, genetics, metabolic disease, environmental factors, and habits. If you want to become a successful personal trainer and better nutrition coach, you need to understand behavior modification, not just meal plans.KEEP SHOWING UP!Want to become a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer? SUF-CPT is the FASTEST growing personal training certification in the world!Want to ask us a question?  Email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show!Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Successful Personal Trainer Book Vol. 2 (Amazon): https://a.co/d/1aoRnqANASM / ACE / ISSA study guide: https://www.showupfitness.com

May 21, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Life Time launches Dynamic Nutrition Coaching across 190+ clubs with 500+ in-house coaches pairing metabolism guidance with training and recovery NBC News poll finds 47% of adults 18-29 would choose to live in past, with 62% believing life will be worse as social media drives anxiety and disconnection Nike names The Yard Gym first global training partner after shutting studios, embedding into existing fitness communities with co-branded workouts and equipment Today's episode is brought to you by AIIR — a modern communications and experiential agency for health, wellness, fitness, and performance brands. From earned media to events and creator-led campaigns, AIIR helps companies sharpen their story, earn attention, and build trust that compounds. Visit https://aiir.agency to learn more. More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

In this episode of Health, Wellth & Wisdom, host and head coach Nicole Hagen dives into one of the most overlooked parts of the weight loss journey: what happens after the weight comes off.Because while many women know how to lose weight, very few have been taught how to maintain it in a sustainable, realistic way without constant worry about gaining it back.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:What happens physiologically when you increase calories after a deficitWhy the scale often fluctuates upward during maintenanceHow to navigate vacations, stressful seasons, busy schedules, and life transitions without “falling off track”The habits and mindset shifts most associated with long-term weight maintenanceHow to build self-trust and flexibility around food and body changesWhy successful maintenance is less about perfection and more about adaptabilityIf you've ever felt anxious about increasing calories, struggled with fear of weight regain, or wondered how to maintain results without obsessing over food forever, this episode will help you better understand both the science and psychology of sustainable weight maintenance.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Send us Fan MailWhat if the most revolutionary thing you could do for your health was simply to listen to your own body?In this episode Christina Fletcher talks with mindful eating expert, holistic wellness guide, and author Cassandra Bodzak about why our relationship with food and our body are the two longest relationships of our lives  and how to finally get into alignment with both.Cassandra shares practical tools to cut through the noise of diet culture, reconnect with your body's intuitive wisdom, and make food choices from a place of self-love rather than restriction or outside pressure. If you're navigating perimenopause, emotional eating, or simply exhausted by conflicting nutrition advice, this conversation will feel like a deep breath.In this episode:Why sugar and flour sit in a category of their own — and what your body actually wants insteadHow to start a simple daily body check-in to rebuild trust with your body's signalsThe food detective journal ; a practical intuitive eating tool to track how food really affects your mood, energy, and focusWhy diet trends like keto, Atkins, and the protein craze work for some people some of the time  and how to experiment wisely on your own termsMuscle testing and learning your body's yes and no signals around food and beyondHow small intuitive eating choices build the self-trust you need for bigger life decisionsThis episode is for you if… you're tired of conflicting nutrition advice, you suspect your body knows more than any diet plan, or you're navigating perimenopause and wondering why everything that used to work simply doesn't anymore. Free resource from Cassandra: A guided body wisdom meditation from The Mindful Table bonus page https://divinely-design-your-life-d3df.mykajabi.com/meditation-bundleOr Visit Cassandra's site at https://cassandrabodzak.com/About Cassandra BodzakCassandra Bodzak is a mindfulness author, actress, and holistic wellness guide known for helping soul-led women design lives that support their energy, purpose, and expansion. Her upcoming cookbook, The Mindful Table, invites readers to heal their relationship with food and their body by learning to listen to their intuitive wisdom and take back their power around their wellbeing. Having studied Lifestyle Medicine and Nutrition Coaching through Harvard Medical School and certified as a Holistic Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, Cassandra bridges science and spirit to help women create a foundation for expansion through intentional nourishment, activity, and self-care.Find Cassandra at cassandrabodzak.com and on Instagram @cassandrabodzak. The Mindful Table is available wherever books are sold.Free Resource Mentioned: Your Missing Map  Christina's free guide to your energy system. Learn what each chakra means, how to know when it's blocked, and one simple tool to realign. Available as a PDF and audio. spirituallyawareliving.com/themap Christina Fletcher is a Spiritual Alignment coach, energy worker, author, speaker and host of the podcast Showing Up Whole.She specialises in practical spirituality and integrating inner work with outer living, so you can get self development off of the hobby shelf and integrated as a powerful fuel to your life. Through mindset, spiritual connection, intuitive guidance, manifestation, and mindfulness techniques Christina helps her clients overcome overwhelm and shame to find a place of flow, ease, and deep heart-centered connection.Christina has been a spiritual alignment coach, healer and spiritually aware parent coach for 11 years and trained in Therapeutic Touch 12 years ago.  She is also a meditation teacher and speaker. For more information please visit her website www.spirituallyawareliving.com Want to uncover where you need the most energy alignment? Take her new Energy Alignment Quiz to identify which of your energetic worlds (mind, body, heart or spirit) needs aligning the most! Or Follow her on her social media accounts:FacebookInstagramorLinkedin...

In this episode, I answer 10 honest questions about calorie tracking, fat loss, and why so many people struggle to stay consistent with nutrition. I cover whether you really need to track calories to lose weight, if calorie tracking is becoming obsessive, the biggest beginner mistakes people make, why some people succeed while others still struggle, and what actually happens after you stop tracking.  

In this episode I discuss what it's like to work with team Holley Fueled Nutrition in our 1:1 and group coaching programs. About the team: https://holleyfuelednutrition.com/about-us1:1 Nutrition Coaching & Consults: https://holleyfuelednutrition.com/services-1Strong Runner Academy Group Coaching Program: https://holleyfuelednutrition.com/groupcoachingEmail me for questions and inquiries: hsamuel@holleyfuelednutrition.com What is a dietitian? https://holleyfuelednutrition.com/blog/what-is-a-registered-dietitian

Send us Fan MailJason Smith is a personal trainer, nutritional advisor and the founder of Fit in Midlife. After transforming his own health and fitness at the age of 50, he is on a mission to help people in midlife start and maintain their own fitness journey.Now 55, Jason trains and coaches clients worldwide through in person and online coaching and inspires a social media audience of more than half a million followers, including 271k on Instagram and more than 115k on TikTok. He regularly appears in the media and has been featured on the cover of Men's Fitness magazine.How Jason is today is a far cry from how he was when he first decided to improve his own health and fitness at the age of 50. Depressed, overwhelmed and lethargic, Jason was taking antidepressants and statins and had high blood pressure, high cholesterol and a fatty liver.In January 2019, he saw a picture of Bilbo Baggins, the main character from The Hobbit films, running through the shire with the words ‘I'm going on an adventure'. This was a lightbulb moment for Jason who decided he wanted his own life to feel like an adventure and to have the energy to enjoy it.From that moment, he joined a gym, started going for walks, quit alcohol and began eating healthier. In just four months, he lost 25kg, reduced his body fat percentage from 28% to 12% and was able to come off all his medication. During his own fitness journey, he realized there was a huge lack of older personal trainers who were relatable and approachable for people over 40.This prompted him to give up his corporate job, qualify as a personal trainer and nutritional advisor and launch his business Fit in Midlife. Jason lives in Horsham, Surrey.Find Jason at-IG- @fitinmidlifeTK- @fitinmidlifeFind Boundless Body at-myboundlessbody.comBook a session with us here! 

In this episode of Health, Wellth & Wisdom, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen breaks down one of the most commonly overlooked barriers to sustainable weight loss: perfectionism. What often feels like discipline is actually the very mindset keeping so many women stuck in cycles of starting over. Through personal experience and practical insight, Nicole unpacks how all-or-nothing thinking shows up in eating and exercise habits, and why it's detrimental to long-term success.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:How perfectionism creates rigid cycles of being “on track” and falling offHow all-or-nothing thinking makes your plan unrealistic for your actual lifeThe difference between perfection and the kind of consistency that actually leads to lasting results, A simple question you can use to break out of all-or-nothing thinking in real timeIf you've ever felt stuck in the cycle of being “good,” falling off, and starting over, this conversation will help you step out of all-or-nothing thinking and into a more realistic approach to weight loss that actually works with your life.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Become a nutrition coach w/ SUF NC working alongside RD's to build you team and streams of revenue.Torey Berry, SUF instructor talks about her success with having an RD on her team.Most personal trainers talk about nutrition all day and still leave money and results on the table. We want the opposite: clear boundaries, better outcomes, and a real nutrition coaching offer that clients happily pay for. That starts by putting a Registered Dietitian on your team so you can stay in your scope of practice while delivering higher-level support.We dig into how this looks with real clients, including a PCOS and prediabetes scenario where insulin resistance and blood sugar response matter. You'll hear why the goal is not “no carbs,” but smarter carbs with more fiber, better structure, and the right context. When an RD drives the nutrition strategy, clients get safer guidance, trainers stop guessing, and the coaching conversation becomes more credible and more effective.From there, we lay out the business model: how we introduce the RD, when we bring nutrition into the coaching timeline, and how we price tiered packages that include consults, weekly logs, and optional meal plans. We also talk systems for scaling without burnout, plus creative add-ons like bringing in a private chef to teach cooking and prep so clients can actually execute.Finally, we get tactical about networking: what to say when you email or DM a dietitian, how to interview for fit, how bartering can work, and how to loop in medical weight loss doctors to build a referral network that benefits everyone. If you want to separate yourself in a crowded personal training market with a professional team approach, press play, then subscribe, share this with a trainer friend, and leave a review.Want to become a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer? SUF-CPT is the FASTEST growing personal training certification in the world!Want to ask us a question?  Email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show!Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Successful Personal Trainer Book Vol. 2 (Amazon): https://a.co/d/1aoRnqANASM / ACE / ISSA study guide: https://www.showupfitness.com

Are you a nutrition coach? Are you a client of a nutrition coach or a nutrition coaching business? Are you someone who's been using GLP-1 agonist medications for fat loss or are you someone who's used AI like ChatGPT or a nutrition coaching app? This is for you.Mike Doehla returns to talk about the current state of nutrition coaching and nutrition coaching businesses now that Stronger U has shut down, and there are significant differences in other well known nutrition coaching companies in recent years.As the founder and chief architect of Stronger U, a nutrition company valued at over “8 figures” at the time he sold it, Mike shares his perspective on:Has the nutrition coaching landscape changedAre people now choosing between the cost of nutrition coaching and the cost of GLP-1 agonist (or similar) medicationsWill fat loss medications change the nutrition coaching businessDoes someone now need nutrition coaching or personal training even more if using these medicationsIs the improvement and access to low cost high quality nutrition coaching apps changing the nutrition coaching businessWill people use AI to help with nutrition and replace a coachHas competition in nutrition coaching increasedMike's thoughts on coaches using AI to fake interactions with followers and clientsMike's thoughts on the pushback against talking about fat loss from some loud corners of the industryCan you still build a successful nutrition coaching companyWhat would Mike do differently if he started over nowIs the departure of founders and key architects like Mike, Dr John Berardi, Krista Scott-Dixon, etc hard to overcome as a nutrition coaching businessAnd much moreInstagram: @mikedoehlaCHAPTERS00:52 Industry Shifts02:01 GLP-1 Impact04:29 Coaching Value07:06 Tracking Debate08:07 Client Connection12:26 Fast Responses Win14:25 AI Fake Messaging19:12 Be Human Offline21:32 High Ticket Critique27:53 Premium Positioning29:31 Generic Positioning Trap29:47 Premium Coaching Skepticism30:57 Praise And Body Talk32:55 Fat Loss Taboo Backlash35:33 GLP-1 And Muscle Loss39:09 Can Coaching Still Win41:33 Founder Magic And Culture46:47 Old School Growth Tactics52:15 Scaling By Client Care54:49 Wrap Up And TakeawaysSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you better understand the future of coaching, business, or fat loss, you can support the show by:• Subscribing and checking out more episodes• Sharing it on social media (tag me — I'll respond)• Sending it to a coach or business owner navigating this landscapeFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off)https://justbitememeals.comMacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirst and during setup select: ANDREWKNKG Bags (15% off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Grippshttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90-Day Trialhttps://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you

In this episode, Doug Larson and Dr. Mike Lane sit down with Rami Alhamad, founder of Alma and former creator of Push, to explore how AI is changing nutrition coaching and performance tracking. Rami shares his background in engineering, strength training, and startup building, including the journey of creating Push, the velocity-based training platform later acquired by Whoop. The conversation covers how that experience in sensors, data, and coaching systems led him toward a bigger problem: making personalized nutrition guidance dramatically easier and more useful for real people. They also dig into what makes Alma different from traditional food trackers, including logging meals by voice, text, and photos, along with coaching features that help users spot patterns and make better decisions without getting buried in manual data entry. The second half of the conversation expands into the bigger picture of AI in coaching, health, and business. Doug, Mike, and Rami talk through how tools like wearable integration, supplement tracking, micronutrient guidance, weekly coaching summaries, and coach dashboards can help people stay more consistent while giving coaches better visibility with less friction. They also discuss the future of AI in human performance, why great coaches are more likely to be amplified than replaced, and how the real opportunity is using these tools to automate low-value tasks while preserving the high-trust human relationship that makes coaching effective. For coaches, athletes, and performance-minded listeners, this episode offers a practical look at how AI can improve nutrition and decision-making without losing the personal element that matters most. Links: Doug Larson on InstagramCoach Travis Mash on Instagram

After years of chasing a smaller body through restriction and overexercise, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen learned the hard way that “light and skinny” doesn't always lead to being healthier and feeling better.In today's culture (where rapid weight loss is everywhere) it's easy to feel the pull to get smaller, be stricter, and chase results faster. But what's often left out is the cost of doing so.In this Health, Wellth & Widsdom Podcast episode, Nicole shares 5 lessons she learned about the impact of extreme dieting, what actually happens to your body when you under-fuel, and how to pursue fat loss in a way that supports your energy, hormones, and quality of life.If you're tired of the all-or-nothing cycle and want a more sustainable approach to weight loss, this episode is for you.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠⁠Support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.⁠Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching PageSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH  PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderTRAINING PEAKS - 20% off a premium annual subscriptionVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or TrailfestUSE PROMO CODE MIDPACKER FOR A SWEET DISCOUNT“More is not always better for everybody.”This episode came together thanks to one of our awesome partners, Vacation Races, who connected Troy and Stevie to dive into all things fueling for ultras—and it turned into a seriously valuable conversation.Stevie Smith's journey is rooted in curiosity…from a former lacrosse goalie who couldn't run a quarter mile to completing marathons, multiple Ironmans, and even 10K open water swims. Her path wasn't linear, but that willingness to explore and adapt is exactly what shaped her into the athlete—and coach—she is today.Now a registered sports dietitian and business owner, Stevie helps endurance athletes fuel smarter and perform better. She shares her transition from clinical nutrition to launching her own business, embracing the uncertainty of entrepreneurship, and building a career around helping others thrive.The conversation goes deep on ultra fueling, why more carbs isn't always better, how to find your personal “sweet spot,” and why logistics can make or break your race. From real food options like potatoes and pierogies to hydration, sodium, and gut training, Stevie keeps it real and practical for everyday runners.Key Takeaways:Curiosity can spark major transformationCross-training builds durability and longevityFueling is personal—there's no universal formulaLogistics are just as important as the planBuilding a business takes risk, patience, and persistenceStevie's LinksIG: @stevielynlynWebsite: https://stevielynrd.comPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comProven Pain Relief for People Who Refuse to Stop!All Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderTraining PeaksA training app as versatile as you. Start your free trial at  https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpackerUse MIDPACKER at checkout for 20% off an Annual Premium SubscriptionVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestWahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.comKICKR RUN invites the rhythm, flow, and freedom of outdoor running inside.It's not running indoors. It's running, reimagined.Run Your WayBuy the Wahoo KICKR RUN use code MIDPACK to get a free TRACKR Heart Rate Monitor chest strap. Remember to add the TRACKR to the cart and the code will apply to discount.⁠Run Trail Life⁠ - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use MIDPACKERPOD to double the donation from your purchase. Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.⁠Freetrail⁠ - https://freetrail.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Stevie Smith, sports nutrition, ultra running fueling, endurance nutrition, Ironman, open water swimming, marathon training, hydration strategy, sodium intake, carbohydrate intake, fueling logistics, trail running, midpack runners, sports dietitian, endurance performance

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen breaks down the growing trend of peptides: what they are, how they work, and whether they're something you should be considering for weight loss, recovery, or overall health.This episode provides a clear, evidence-based look at peptides, helping you understand the difference between clinically studied, regulated options and the unregulated, high-risk products often promoted online, so you can make informed decisions without feeling overwhelmed.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:What peptides are and how they functionThe difference between naturally occurring peptides and synthetic peptidesWhich peptides have strong human research and medical oversightThe potential risks of using unregulated peptidesHow to evaluate whether a peptide is safe, appropriate, and necessary for your goalsIf you've been curious about peptides, confused by conflicting information online, or wondering whether they could help you reach your goals faster, this episode will help you understand what's worth considering, what to be cautious of, and why sustainable results are always built on consistent habits, not trendy tools.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach, Nicole Hagen explores why all-or-nothing thinking keeps so many women stuck in cycles of starting over, and how to break that pattern in a way that supports sustainable weight loss.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Why all-or-nothing thinking is a common default when it comes to food and weight lossHow the cycle keeps you from building consistencyWhy one imperfect meal or day doesn't undo your progressHow perfectionism and black-and-white thinking make sustainable change harderPractical ways to interrupt the “start over” mindset and shift toward more consistent decision-making, and Simple strategies to help you navigate busy, imperfect days without spiralingIf you find yourself constantly “starting over,” feeling like you've failed after things don't go as planned, or struggling to stay consistent unless everything is perfect, this episode will help you understand why, and show you how to create progress without relying on perfection.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Sustainable fat loss isn't about perfect macro tracking, crash dieting, or extreme restriction. It's about building habits you can actually maintain when life gets busy. In this episode of Beast Over Burden, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson sit down with Barbell Logic coach Jeremiah Wicken to break down what sustainable fat loss really looks like from a coach's perspective. They discuss why most diets fail long term, how satiety and food quality matter more than macro obsession, and why simple, repeatable habits outperform rigid short-term plans. If you've ever lost weight only to gain it back, this episode will help you understand why — and what to do differently. You'll learn: • Why sustainable fat loss is different from traditional dieting • The role of protein, vegetables, and hydration in managing appetite • How to reduce decision fatigue around food • Why monitoring habits improves long-term weight maintenance • How nutrition coaching builds systems that work under stress Sustainable fat loss requires structure, awareness, and consistency — not perfection. This episode explains how to build a dietary pattern that supports performance, health, and long-term body composition change. PS -  Lean in 12 is a 12-week strength and nutrition coaching program from Barbell Logic. Get a coach, build better habits, improve energy, and see real results—while getting stronger. Starts April 6. Sign up now to save $545: https://bit.ly/4rKpkLr   Connect with the hosts Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram Connect with the show Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com

The online coaching space isn't what it used to be, and women are paying the price. In this episode, I'm breaking down how marketing has started to replace real coaching, why "transformations" don't equal qualifications, and how extreme approaches are hurting women's metabolism, muscle mass, and long-term health — especially after 35. I'm also sharing how to be a smarter consumer in today's crowded coaching world and what to look for before trusting someone with your health. You'll learn: Why transformation ≠ expertise How extreme dieting negatively impacts women long term The difference between marketing and coaching What to ask before choosing a coach or program If this episode resonates with you, please share it and leave a 5-star review so more women can find the show!   Nutrition Coaching: https://acebarbell.com/nutrition-coaching/  Fitness Programs: https://coach.everfit.io/package/GK666496  Join my free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ACEnutrition

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen breaks down how busy women can lose weight in a way that actually fits their lives - without relying on restriction, perfection, or unsustainable routines.This episode explores why so many busy, multi-passionate women find themselves stuck in cycles of starting over and why conventional dieting approaches often fail when applied to full, demanding schedules. Nicole shares a more realistic, sustainable approach to weight loss that prioritizes simplicity, consistency, and reducing mental load.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Why busy women are often repeat dieters (it's not a discipline issue)The most common weight loss barriers busy women run into and how to navigate themThe “big rocks” that yield the biggest results for the least amount of time and energy The role of support and accountability in reducing decision fatigue and helping you stay on trackIf you've ever felt like you know what to do but can't seem to follow through, or like weight loss only works when life is calm and controlled, this episode will help you understand why, and show you a more sustainable path forward that works even when life is busy, messy, and unpredictable.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen explores what it means when someone says they want to lose weight but feel like they don't have the time to do it.Between demanding careers, raising children, maintaining relationships, and managing households, many people (especially busy, working moms) feel like their schedules leave little room for prioritizing their own health. In this episode, Nicole breaks down the barriers that make weight loss feel impossible when life is already full, and how sustainable change can still happen without adding more stress or overwhelm.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Why “not having time” is often a signal of deeper barriers like decision fatigue, mental load, and competing prioritiesThe difference between needing more time versus needing simpler systemsHow small, repeatable behaviors can create meaningful progressPractical ways to support weight loss through environment design, routines, and habit stacking instead of willpowerWhy consistency with simple behaviors often matters more than intensity or perfectionIf you've ever felt like improving your health requires more time than you have, this episode will help you rethink what sustainable progress actually looks like and how to move forward in a way that supports your life instead of competing with it.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9v

Send a textIn this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with R.L Malpica, a certified detoxification specialist, author, and holistic health advocate. R.L shares his transformative journey into the world of natural health, revealing how he overcame personal health challenges to help others reclaim their wellness through detoxification and a fruit-based diet. He discusses his thought-provoking book, *Detox Yourself*, which delves into the mindset shifts necessary for true healing and provides actionable steps for achieving optimal health. R.L also introduces his innovative EAT philosophy, emphasizing energy efficiency and the importance of avoiding acid-forming foods. Listeners will gain insights into how societal conditioning impacts our health perspectives and learn practical steps to break free from these limitations. Additionally, R.L unveils his upcoming projects, including the groundbreaking EAT Cheat Code, an AI detox coach designed to provide personalized health plans. Tune in for a wealth of knowledge that will inspire you to take control of your health and embrace a more natural lifestyle!Want to be a guest on Living the Dream with Curveball? Send Curtis Jackson a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1628631536976x919760049303001600Support the showSupport the show

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and Nutrition Coach Nicole Hagen answers several of your nutrition questions - covering everything from creatine and collagen to carbohydrates, fiber supplements, and even whether pickles count as vegetables.Throughout this episode, you'll learn:Why creatine is one of the most well-researched supplements availableWhat collagen supplements can and can't realistically doWhy eating two slices of bread at a meal isn't something you need to fearWhether pickles actually count toward your vegetable intakeHow fiber supplements can be used to support fiber goals (and how they can't)How to evaluate nutrition advice through a practical, evidence-based lensIf you've ever felt confused by supplement marketing, wondered whether certain foods are “too many carbs,” or questioned whether you should be adding another powder or capsule to your routine, this episode will help you better understand what's worth your time, money, and energy and what likely isn't.Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching:https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/1-on-1-coachingCreatine Experiment Blog Post: https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/blog/2026/3/6/my-60-day-creatine-experiment-what-i-learned-why-most-supplements-arent-as-important

In this episode I discuss my 5 tips as a sports dietitian and personal trainer to help you get your period back as a runner or athlete who is experiencing hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA).For 1:1 Nutrition Coaching: https://holleyfuelednutrition.com/nutrition-coachingGet Your Period Back Crash Course: https://holleyfuelednutrition.thinkific.com/courses/get-your-period-back-crash-courseTo save 10% on your first month of therapy visit https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled

Send a textWhat if the very thing you were told would “ruin” your health was actually the moment everything clicked?In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Allyson Hurley, a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and longtime probation officer, to unpack how mindset—not restriction—is the true driver of lasting health change. Allyson shares the now-famous “cheesecake moment” that forced her to confront years of rigid food rules, marathon overtraining, and chasing outcomes instead of behaviors.Together, they explore why weight loss is often the wrong target, how diet culture quietly shapes identity and self-talk, and why motivation isn't something you either have or don't—it's something you design through systems and environment. Allyson also draws compelling parallels between probation work and health coaching, revealing how motivational interviewing and behavior change science apply to both personal freedom and physical wellbeing.This episode challenges black-and-white thinking around food, fitness, and self-worth—and replaces it with a sustainable, compassionate approach to building healthier habits for life.If you've ever felt stuck in the cycle of restriction, frustration, and “starting over,” this conversation will change how you think about progress.