Balanced and Built Podcast

Birth control is something so many women have experience with, but not many talk openly about what it actually feels like. Is it worth it? What is it really doing to your body? If you’ve dealt with anxiety, numbness, hormonal acne, or you’re thinking about coming off birth control, this episode is for you. We share our personal journeys, what led us to get off, and what we experienced along the wa...

If this episode resonated with you, please leave us a review and share it with another woman who may need to hear this conversation ⭐️ Strong women struggle too. In this episode, we open up about our personal experiences with mental health over the years. We talk honestly about anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, perfectionism, confidence struggles, and the pressure many women feel to always have it...

Does lifting heavy make women bulky? This is one of the most common questions we get from women and today, we’re breaking it down. In this episode of Balanced & Built, we’re talking about: The truth about lifting heavy as a woman How to actually build lean muscle Why muscle is essential for fat loss How strength training improves metabolism, hormones, mobility, and long-term health Why buildin...

We talk a lot on the Balanced and Built Podcast about female empowerment. But what does empowerment really mean if we’re disconnected from the very rhythm that makes us women? In this solo episode, Morgan dives into why your menstrual cycle is considered the 5th vital sign - and why losing your period is never something to brush off, normalize, or wear as a badge of honor. A missing period isn’t j...

In this episode of Balanced & Built, we read and react to health and fitness related Reddit “Am I the A-hole?” stories. From getting kicked out of a gym for questioning a coach, to debating whether it’s wrong to ask a yoga instructor to change the music, to a heated gym confrontation over being shirtless in a gym, we talk about it all and give you our opinions.  Be sure to let us know what you...

Every day, women are being sold something. A routine. A supplement. A diet. A look. It can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Balanced and Built, we talk about de influencing women from popular fitness and health trends and why what works for one person may not work for another. With so much information online, it can be hard to tell what is actually helpful and what is just marketing. True hea...

Healing from anything in life isn’t linear…and anyone who has experienced an injury, illness, loss, or mental health challenge knows how difficult the recovery process can be. In this episode of Balanced & Built, Shae opens up about her personal journey through injury, surgery, and healing. She shares the story of her leg injury that led to reconstructive surgeries and a chronic pain condition...

Hormonal acne is something many women struggle with, and it can seriously affect confidence and self-esteem. From breakouts around the chin and jawline to stubborn acne that never fully goes away, women’s acne is often treated with surface-level solutions instead of addressing the root cause. In this episode of Balanced & Built, Morgan shares her years-long journey of healing hormonal acne nat...

Why Your New Year’s Resolutions Fail and How to Finally Build a Healthy Lifestyle Every year, women set New Year’s resolutions focused on health, nutrition, and creating a healthier lifestyle. And every year, many of those goals fall apart within a few weeks. The truth is, it’s not about discipline or motivation. Most women are setting good intentions, but they are missing the systems, mindset, an...

In this episode of Balanced and Built, we share the health and fitness lessons we wish we knew before starting our wellness journeys. From strength training and muscle building to mental health, skin health, and healing your relationship with your body, this conversation is designed to help women better understand how their bodies work. We talk honestly about common fitness mistakes, misinformatio...

“Building muscle will make you bulky.”“I’ve been working out for years but I don’t see definition.”“I just want to be toned.” Sound familiar? Muscle building can feel confusing, frustrating, and overwhelming especially for women. While building muscle is hard work, it is absolutely possible when you’re doing the right things. In this episode of the Balanced & Built Podcast, we break down exact...

Daily habits are the foundation of a lifestyle change. In this episode of the Balanced & Built Podcast, we’re sharing our health non-negotiables. The simple, yet powerful, things we do every single day that keep us on track with our goals, support our hormone health, nutrition, muscle growth, and help us feel strong and consistent.  These are the routines we rely on no matter how busy life get...

Are you having an “off day”… or are your hormones trying to tell you something? In this episode of Balanced & Built, we talk about real signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalance, the ones most women overlook or chalk up to stress, a busy week, or “just PMS.” From fatigue and anxiety to mood swings, bloating, irregular cycles, and stubborn weight changes, your hormones play a far bigger role in...

Don’t let the holidays derail your progress this year. The holiday season doesn’t have to mean falling off your nutrition plan, skipping workouts, or putting your health goals on pause. This is your time to adjust, stay mindful, and build a plan that supports both your nutrition goals and your real life. You can enjoy the holidays AND stay on track. In this episode of Balanced & Built, we brea...

We get asked this all the time: “How do I lose weight and actually keep it off?” The truth might surprise you… weight loss isn’t the real goal. Long-term success comes from building a sustainable lifestyle change. In this episode, we break down the most common mistakes women make during a weight-loss phase and explain why old habits lead to regained weight—every time. If your previous routine invo...

Sleep is the most underrated pillar of health and wellness, yet it has one of the biggest impacts on your body and mind. In this episode of the Balanced & Built Podcast, we’re diving deep into sleep — why it matters, how it affects your hormones, muscle recovery, memory, mood, metabolism, and even your motivation to stay consistent with your fitness and nutrition goals. We break down: • How yo...

In this episode of Balanced & Built, we’re pulling back the curtain on the world of women’s bodybuilding — the good, the bad, and the brutally honest. 💪 We talk about what it really takes to compete — from the financial costs and lifestyle sacrifices to the mental discipline and physical transformation. We also dive into how to know if you’re truly in a good spot to start a prep, what post-sh...

In this episode of Balanced & Built, we’re giving our unfiltered takes on some of the most overhyped fitness and wellness trends out there 👀 From fad diets that promise magic results to greens powders claiming to replace real food — we’re going unhinged, telling you our hot takes on these health and fitness trends. What are some health and fitness trends you don't like? Let us know in the...

Every woman experiences changes throughout her cycle — from PMS symptoms and mood swings to shifts in energy, strength, and motivation in the gym. But what if you could actually work with your body instead of against it? 🌿In this episode of the Balanced & Built Podcast, we dive deep into cycle syncing — a powerful approach to understanding women’s hormones and optimizing your hormone health,...

Are you ready to make a positive change in your nutrition but don’t know where to start? This episode of the Balanced & Built Podcast is made for YOU. 💪 We’ve all been there — wanting to eat healthier, feel better, and learn more about food and nutrition, only to be overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice online. The truth? There’s no one-size-fits-all plan. Nutrition isn’t about perfection...

Struggling with body confidence? You’re not alone. We promise! In this episode of Balanced & Built, we dive into the mental battles women face with body image and share tips to stop the spiral, build self-confidence, and truly love your body. It can feel impossible to get started or like these tips might never work, but the more you do them over and over, the more you can re-wire your brain to...

Welcome to the first episode of the Balanced & Built Podcast — the show where fitness meets holistic health. We’re here to empower women with practical education on nutrition, hormone health, weight training, body confidence, and overall wellness. In this introduction episode, hosts Morgan Carcelli and Shae Eichele-Gawry share their personal health journeys and why they created Balanced &...

Full Episode 1 dropping Monday, 9.29.25! Stay tuned!