FIT CHICKS Chat

What if the biggest thing standing between you and your health goals isn't your nutrition plan or workout routine—but your mindset? In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda invite you to pause, reflect, and ask yourself five powerful questions that could completely change the way you approach your weight loss journey. After coaching thousands of women over the years, one thing has beco...

What if your next breakthrough didn't come from another meal plan, workout program, or health challenge? What if it came from asking yourself a better question? In this reflective solo episode of FIT CHICKS Chat , Amanda shares five powerful questions that have the potential to completely shift the way you think about your health, habits, goals, and personal growth. After coaching thousands of wom...

Let's have some real talk. 👀 Coaches are NOT being replaced by AI, GLP-1 medications, or the latest health apps. Generic coaches are. And in this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda are breaking down exactly what separates the coaches who will always have clients, always stay relevant, and always be able to adapt — from the ones who are quietly getting left behind. Because here's the thi...

So many people believe confidence is something you magically wake up with one day. That one day you’ll finally feel: • ready • fearless • certain • qualified • confident enough to begin But what if confidence actually comes after action… not before it? In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda break down one of the biggest myths around confidence and why waiting to “feel ready” is often...

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, resistant, or just straight-up confused about AI… this episode is for you. 🎙️ Laura and Amanda are getting REAL in this one — sharing exactly how they're using AI inside their coaching business right now, why they think it's the biggest opportunity health coaches have seen in years, and the mindset shift that changes everything. And no, it's not about being tech...

How many times have you said to yourself… “Monday I’m starting again.” New plan. New diet. New rules. New motivation. If that cycle feels familiar, this episode is for you. In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat , we break down why so many women don’t need another diet — they need a new strategy built for real life. After coaching thousands of women through health and weight loss transformations, we’v...

What if the reason your results aren't sticking has nothing to do with your plan — and everything to do with what you skipped before you started it? Most of us are wired to take action. Add a new strategy. Try a new protocol. Push harder. But action without awareness is just noise — and it's exactly why so many people stay stuck despite doing all the things. In this episode, we're breaking down wh...

There is more nutrition advice online than ever before. Cut carbs. Snack every few hours. Drink smoothies. Eat clean. And while a lot of this advice sounds healthy… some of it may actually be doing the opposite of what people hope — contributing to weight gain instead of weight loss. In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda break down five common “healthy” nutrition habits that can bac...

If you’ve ever felt like you’ve tried every diet under the sun and nothing seems to stick… you’re not alone. After years of dieting, many women stop trusting the process — and eventually stop trusting their own body. In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda break down why years of dieting can actually disconnect us from our body’s natural signals and make it harder to stay consistent w...

What happens when a SWAT officer becomes a Naturopathic Doctor… and turns his mission of “serve and protect” into a movement for true healing? In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Amanda sits down with Dr. Mark Sherwood, co-founder of the Functional Medical Institute, to unpack what’s really behind today’s chronic disease epidemic — and why so much of it is self-imposed, choice-driven, and reversib...

What happens when women stop waiting to feel “ready” — and start listening to the call to make an impact? In this episode, Amanda Quinn hosts a heartfelt roundtable discussion with three FIT CHICKS Academy graduates who share their real, unfiltered journeys into holistic health coaching. Together, they explore: Overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome Healing relationships with food, body, and...

Everyone’s buying weighted vests, walking pads, and viral protein-rich products — but do they actually work… or is it just hype? Social media makes these products look like the secret to fat loss, more movement, and better results. In this video, we’re breaking down some of the most talked-about fitness and nutrition products online and giving you our honest, no-BS take. Here’s what we cover: • Ar...

When we first became coaches, we truly believed weight loss was about one thing: the perfect plan. Give people the right foods, the right workouts, the right routine—and the results would follow. Right? But as we started coaching more women, we noticed something that completely stopped us in our tracks: Women were doing everything right—and still not getting the results they wanted. Worse? They we...

2025 was our biggest year yet — in business, growth, and momentum. And it was also one of the most challenging. In this honest, behind-the-scenes conversation, we’re talking about what most people don’t see when growth is happening: • What actually made 2025 our best year ever • The wins we’re incredibly proud of • The pressure, stretch, and hard decisions that came with success • What growth forc...

Most women hit November and immediately say, “I’ll get back on track in January.” But what if that mindset is the very thing that keeps you stuck — every single year? In this episode, we’re breaking down why waiting for January actually makes your health journey harder… and how a simple end-of-year reset can change everything before the new year even starts. This isn’t about restriction, perfectio...

If you’ve ever started a health or fitness journey only to lose momentum a few weeks in — this episode is for you. In today’s episode, we dive into the three core beliefs that determine whether you’ll succeed in your transformation (and the same ones every great coach needs to master): ✨ Belief in your coach ✨ Belief in your program ✨ Belief in yourself You’ll learn how these three pillars shap...

You don’t need another diet — you need a new way of thinking about food. In this episode, we uncover the 3 biggest nutrition roadblocks that keep you stuck — not because of what you’re eating, but because of how you’re thinking about eating. You’ll discover the mindset shifts that transform confusion into clarity, chaos into rhythm, and control into confidence — so food finally feels simple again....

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the things — in your health, your business, your life — but still not seeing results, it’s time to simplify. These are the five simple daily habits that completely changed everything for me. They helped me lose 50 pounds, build a multi–7-figure coaching business, and create a life that feels strong, calm, and completely aligned. And here’s the best part —...

You can't out-diet an identity. And you can't out-coach a limiting belief. Read that again. Your clients can have the perfect macros, the cleanest meal plan, the best workout routine—but if they still identify as "someone who always fails" or "someone with no willpower," their brain will sabotage them every single time. This is why your clients are stuck in the cycle: Start strong → fall off track...

In this insightful episode of FIT CHICKS Chat , we sit down with the brilliant Dr. Nibber , ND and expert in functional and integrative medicine, to dive into two of the most common (and misunderstood) root causes in women’s health: hormonal imbalance and chronic inflammation . From fatigue and mood swings to stubborn weight and brain fog—Dr. Nibber helps connect the dots on why these symptoms are...

In this special Ask Us Anything live episode, we’re answering YOUR most burning questions about coaching, confidence, and building a business that fits your life. Here’s what we’re covering: “How do I know I’m ready to coach if I don’t feel like an expert yet?” “What’s one thing you wish you had done differently when you started?” “If I only have 1 hour a day to build my business, what should I fo...

Will AI and weight loss meds replace coaches — or make us more essential than ever? In this episode, I’m sharing my predictions for the future of coaching in a world where artificial intelligence can generate instant meal plans and prescriptions can shrink appetites overnight. Spoiler: the role of the coach is about to evolve in powerful ways. Here’s what we’ll explore: Why having all the answers...

Coaches, it’s your turn in the hot seat. In this episode, we’re playing Kiss, Marry, Kill with coaching strategies — from quick wins that are fun in the moment, to the lifelong commitments that create true transformation, to the outdated approaches that need to be tossed. Curious which is which? You’ll have to listen to find out. For more details on our upcoming Holistic Nutrition Weight Loss Coac...

What nutrition habits are worth a quick fling? Which ones should you commit to for life? And which ones need to go, like… yesterday? In this episode, we’re spilling our top Kiss, Marry, Kill picks for nutrition — and trust us, some of these may challenge the way you think about food and diets. For more details on our upcoming Holistic Nutrition Weight Loss Coach Certification, visit fitchicksacade...

We’re playing Kiss, Marry, Kill — fitness style! In this episode, we’re breaking down our top picks for which workouts are just a fun fling, which ones deserve a lifelong commitment, and which ones need to be ditched for good. You might be surprised at what made the list! For more details on our upcoming Fitness & Nutrition Certifications, visit fitchicksacademy.com .