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Becoming MindStrong

MindStrong Fitness

210 episodes

The TRUTH behind nutrition, fat loss, health, and fitness. No more point systems. No more shakes. No more nutrition industry noise. Welcome to Becoming MindStrong, the official podcast of MindStrong Fitness. https://www.mindstrongfitnesscoaching.com

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  1. Episode 210: The Story Behind MindStrong

    · 59 min

    Ever wondered how MindStrong began and the experiences that shaped me as a coach and entrepreneur? In this candid conversation with Leila, I share my personal journey, the challenges of building a business, and the…

  2. Episode 209: Priority Reset on How to Reclaim Your Time Energy and Focus

    · 53 min

    You spend your days taking care of everyone else, but when was the last time you made yourself a priority? This episode is about creating space for yourself, protecting your energy, and letting go of the pressure to do…

  3. Episode 208: Your First Step to Better Nutrition

    · 33 min

    Are you constantly guessing how much you should be eating, how much protein you need, or whether you’re doing your macros “right”? 🎙️ This episode takes the guesswork out of where to begin and explains how to build…

  4. Episode 207: Stress Series Part 3: How to Lower Cortisol Without Overhauling Your Life?

    · 24 min

    So, what can you actually DO about chronic stress? In Part 3, let's get into the “how,” sharing five simple pillars—from fueling your body and balancing blood sugar to prioritizing sleep, building muscle, and calming…

  5. Episode 206: Stress Series Part 2: What Cortisol Actually Does (and Why It Matters)?

    · 14 min

    You don’t need to get rid of cortisol, you need your body to regulate it properly. In Part 2, I will explain the four key jobs cortisol performs and reveals how under-eating, over-exercising, and not recovering enough…

  6. Episode 205: Stress Series Part 1: Why Stress Hits Harder in Menopause?

    · 13 min

    We’re kicking off Stress Week with the WHY behind stress in menopause. I will explain what happens to estrogen and cortisol as we age, why chronic stress can affect everything from sleep to visceral fat, and why…

  7. Episode 204: GLP-1 Series Part 3: How to Support Your Metabolism On (or Off) a GLP-1

    · 20 min

    Your metabolism needs more than appetite suppression. In Part 3, discover the four pillars of metabolic health: proper fueling, balanced nutrition, strength training, and recovery. Book your Free Strategy Session here:…

  8. Episode 203: GLP-1 Series Part 2: What GLP-1 Drugs Do (and Don't Do)

    · 13 min

    What happens when a medication makes you feel full longer, but doesn’t address the health of your metabolism? In Part 2, I will break down GLP-1 medications, their role in appetite suppression, and the important…

  9. Episode 202: GLP-1 Series Part 1: What GLP-1 Actually Does (and Why Your Body Already Makes It)

    · 10 min

    What if your body already has its own natural GLP-1 system? I will break down how GLP-1 works and why supporting your metabolism through nutrition, sleep, blood sugar balance, and strength training can make a…

  10. Episode 201: Blood Sugar Series Part 3: 5 Steps to Stabilize Blood Sugar in Menopause

    · 19 min

    Knowing why blood sugar matters is one thing—knowing what to do about it is another. In Part 3, I will walk you through five practical strategies for supporting healthy blood sugar, including fueling properly,…

  11. Episode 200: Blood Sugar Series Part 2: What Blood Sugar Is (and Why It Matters)?

    · 8:42

    Blood sugar is about so much more than diabetes, especially during menopause. In Part 2 of this series, we will break down how glucose and insulin work together and why insulin sensitivity matters for your energy,…

  12. Episode 199: Blood Sugar Series Part 1: Why Blood Sugar Gets Harder to Control in Menopause

    · 12 min

    If your energy, cravings, sleep, mood, or hunger feel all over the place in menopause, blood sugar could be part of the story. In Part 1, we will unpack the biggest factors driving blood sugar dysregulation and what…

  13. Episode 198: Visceral Series Part 3: How to Reduce Visceral Fat in Menopause?

    · 12 min

    Your body isn’t broken, it’s changed. In the final part of our Visceral Fat series, we’re breaking down why belly fat behaves differently after 40 and the four key areas to focus on if you want to support your…

  14. Episode 197: Visceral Series Part 2: What Visceral Fat Is (and Why It Matters)?

    · 7:34

    What exactly is visceral fat, and why does it become such a big deal during menopause? In this episode, we’re going beneath the surface to understand where visceral fat lives, how it can affect metabolic health, and…

  15. Episode 196: Visceral Series Part 1: Why Belly Fat Changes in Menopause?

    · 8:16

    Why does belly fat suddenly seem to become a bigger issue in menopause, even when you’re eating and exercising the way you always have? In Part 1, we’re breaking down the biology behind “meno belly,” including the role…

  16. Episode 195: Sleep Series Part 3: 6 Steps to Better Sleep in Menopause

    · 14 min

    Better sleep in menopause isn’t about finding one magic supplement or forcing yourself into another impossible routine. In Part 3, we’re breaking down six practical strategies that address the bigger picture: adequate…

  17. Episode 194: Sleep Series Part 2: How Sleep Impacts Your Body Composition in Menopause?

    · 10 min

    Sleep isn’t just about having more energy the next day. In menopause, it can impact much more than you realize. In Part 2, we’re diving into what happens under the surface when you’re not getting enough sleep, from…

  18. Episode 193: Sleep Series Part 1: Why Menopause Wrecks Your Sleep?

    · 9:06

    Waking up in the middle of the night and wondering, “Why am I wide awake?” is incredibly common in menopause. In Part 1 of this three-part series, we’re breaking down the four major factors that can disrupt your sleep:…

  19. Episode 192: Hunger Series Part 5: The Science Behind Hunger vs. Cravings

    · 17 min

    Not every urge to eat means your body needs fuel. In this final episode, we unpack the difference between hunger and cravings, how sleep, stress, emotions, environment, blood sugar swings, and restriction can influence…

  20. Episode 191: Hunger Series Part 4: Insulin Explained (The Most Misunderstood Hormone in Weight Loss)

    · 12 min

    Why does managing hunger and weight suddenly feel so much harder after 40? One piece of the puzzle is how your body responds to insulin as estrogen changes during menopause. In Part 4 of the Hunger Series, we’re…

  21. Episode 190: Hunger Series Part 3: GLP-1 Explained (Your Natural Hormone vs. the Drug)

    · 14 min

    GLP-1 medications have changed the weight-loss conversation, but how much do we really understand about what they’re doing in the body? In Part 3 of our Hunger Hormones 101 series, we’re breaking down natural GLP-1,…

  22. Episode 189: Hunger Series Part 2: Why You're Never Hungry (Ghrelin & Leptin Explained)

    · 12 min

    Hunger isn’t the enemy. It’s communication from your body. In our Hunger Series Part 2, we explore how chronic under-eating can disrupt ghrelin and leptin and why slowly giving your body more of what it needs may help…

  23. Episode 188: Hunger Hormones 101: The Hormones That Control When You Eat

    · 17 min

    Why does hunger sometimes feel impossible to control, especially during menopause? In Part 1 of Hunger Series, we break down the four key hunger hormones: ghrelin, leptin, insulin, and GLP-1 and how nutrition, sleep,…

  24. Episode 187: Meal Prep Made Simple

    · 19 min

    Staying consistent with nutrition doesn’t require complicated meal plans or hours in the kitchen. Learn how to use simple meal prep strategies to build balanced meals around your personal macros while making nutrition…

  25. Episode 186: On a GLP-1? You Need to Hear This

    · 11 min

    Taking a GLP-1 can make eating less feel effortless, but that doesn’t automatically mean you’re fueling your body properly. Learn why what you eat while taking a GLP-1 matters for preserving muscle, supporting your…

  26. Episode 185: How am I GAINING Weight Eating 500 Calories a Day?!

    · 20 min

    If your first instinct when the scale stops moving is to eat even less, pause before you do. This episode explains why that approach can backfire for women who have been under-eating for years and what a different path…

  27. Episode 184: How to Maximize Your Workouts In Menopause (Live Session)

    · 1 h 00 min

    If you’re walking, doing cardio, lifting weights, and still wondering why your body feels different after 40, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how to make your workouts work with your menopausal body instead…

  28. Episode 183: "I Thought I Was the One Who Was Broken" Linda's Story

    · 31 min

    "I thought I was the one that was broken." That's the belief Linda carried for years, until she discovered it was never a lack of willpower. Hear how understanding her body transformed not only her weight loss journey,…

  29. Episode 182: 3 Myths of the Workout World Busted

    · 14 min

    Think you need to be sore, "shock" your muscles, or never miss a Monday to see results? Think again. In this episode, we're busting three of the biggest fitness myths keeping women stuck, and replacing them with a…

  30. Episode 181: 3 Health Tips I Wish I Knew When I Started

    · 13 min

    Looking back, there are three things that would have changed everything. In this episode, discover the simple habits that can help you avoid common mistakes, improve your energy, and make your weight loss journey so…

  31. Episode 180: 3 Things I Wish Every Peri Menopausal Woman Knew

    · 20 min

    If I could go back in time and give every woman one conversation before menopause, this would be it. I'm sharing the advice I wish more women heard earlier, so you can avoid years of metabolic damage and give your body…

  32. Episode 179: 5 Things I Don't Do as a Fitness Pro That I "Should”

    · 20 min

    I don't do everything "right" when it comes to health, and that's exactly the point. In this episode, I'm sharing the five fitness "rules" I break, the three habits I refuse to compromise on, and why consistency will…

  33. Episode 178: How I Prioritize Time For My Goals With a Packed Calendar?

    · 27 min

    Life isn't going to slow down while you're waiting to build healthier habits. In this episode, I share the simple mindset shifts and practical strategies that help me make time for what matters most, even with a…

  34. Episode 177: Eating 1,200 Calories and Still Not Hungry?

    · 16 min

    Not hungry on 1,200 calories a day? That doesn't necessarily mean your body is getting what it needs. This episode breaks down why hunger signals can shut off after prolonged dieting and how to safely rebuild your…

  35. Episode 176: Joint Pain Gone Without Drugs (Using just these 4 things)

    · 24 min

    If your knees, hips, or shoulders seem to ache more than they used to, there's a reason. Discover what's happening inside your body during menopause and how small nutrition changes can help reduce inflammation and…

  36. Episode 175: My Workout Split (and Why You May Not Want to Use It)

    · 14 min

    Choosing a workout routine doesn't have to be complicated. Learn the pros and cons of different workout splits and why your fitness level and schedule matter more than following someone else's plan. To schedule your…

  37. Episode 174: The Exact Supplements I Use

    · 16 min

    With so many supplements promising weight loss and better health, it's hard to know what's actually worth your money. In this episode, learn which supplements are actually used, why they're used, and why nutrition…

  38. Episode 173: The 2 Things That Actually Reduce Visceral Fat

    · 11 min

    Menopause changes more than your hormones, it changes how your body stores fat. This episode explains why visceral fat increases during this stage of life and how healing your metabolism, lowering cortisol, and…

  39. Episode 172: Your Bloodwork Is Normal... So Why Do You Feel So Off?

    · 6:28

    Normal bloodwork doesn't always mean everything is fine. Learn why so many women are told they're "healthy" despite feeling completely different, how perimenopause is actually identified, and what you can do to support…

  40. Episode 171: How Do I Know I'll Get Results?

    · 15 min

    You're eating healthy. You're exercising. You're doing everything you've been told to do... so why does the scale keep going up? In this episode, we uncover what's really happening in menopause and the two things your…

  41. Episode 170: Reverse Diet vs. Healing Your Metabolism: What's the Difference?

    · 16 min

    For women who feel like they're doing everything "right" but the scale keeps climbing, this episode offers a different perspective. Learn why chronic undereating can slow your metabolism, what a healing stage actually…

  42. Episode 169: "No More Pretending That This Isn't Happening" Carrie's Story

    · 22 min

    What happens when you stop chasing fast weight loss and start focusing on long-term health? Carrie shares how breaking free from restriction helped her eat more, feel better, and finally fit back into clothes she…

  43. Episode 168: How to Tell If Your Body Is Going Through Body Recomposition?

    · 19 min

    The scale isn't the only measure of progress, especially during menopause. This episode explains what body recomposition really looks like, why the number on the scale can be misleading, and how to know if your body is…

  44. Episode 167: How Do You Know If Your Metabolism Needs Healing During Menopause?

    · 18 min

    No more guessing. Discover how to tell if your metabolism is ready for weight loss or asking for healing first. This episode walks you through the process, with the free How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause…

  45. Episode 166: "I never really had a good foundation with nutrition." Amy S.'s Story

    · 16 min

    From skepticism and self-doubt to confidence and consistency, Amy's journey highlights what can happen when nutrition becomes a skill instead of another diet. If you prefer video, you can watch these podcast episodes…

  46. Episode 165: Bariatric, Gastric Bypass, & Sleeve Surgery

    · 14 min

    Bariatric surgery, gastric bypass, and sleeve procedures are tools, not lifelong solutions. Discover why understanding nutrition and fueling the body properly can make all the difference when it comes to maintaining…

  47. Episode 164: "I Eat More Food Now Than I Ever Have, and I'm Losing Weight": Michelle L's Story

    · 20 min

    "I don't feel like I'm on a diet anymore." Michelle shares how she went from considering weight loss medication to feeling empowered, educated, and fully in control of her health. Listen to her full story here. 💜 Check…

  48. Episode 163: The Talk Tracks Every Menopausal Woman Needs

    · 22 min

    Many women leave their doctor's office feeling frustrated, unheard, and wondering if they're somehow doing something wrong. The reality? Many healthcare providers were never taught how menopause impacts metabolism,…

  49. Episode 162: "Your Life Doesn't End in Your 50s. It Should Be a Rebirth.": Gabrielle's Story

    · 20 min

    Gabrielle shares how she overcame low energy, food fears, and menopause frustration to become stronger, more active, and more empowered than ever within two weeks! Tune in to hear her inspiring story here. 💜 Check out…

  50. Episode 161: The #1 Factor to Success in Menopausal Weight Loss

    · 17 min · Episode 159

    Losing weight in menopause takes time. After working with thousands of menopausal women over the past decade, here's the #1 factor to success when it comes to staying the course and seeing results. If you're loving…

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