Deidra Best

Beyond the Scale Healthy

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Honest and relatable podcast episodes that will help you through the mental struggles and tough parts that come with healthy eating and exercising. Listen to this podcast to start celebrating your healthy wins, beyond the scale! 

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Deidra Best

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Health

Latest episode

May 11, 2026

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Episodes

60. You are more than enough 22.08.2022

You are capable of better but it starts with believing it! Learn how feeling you aren't enough or capable of a better version of yourself is NOT your truth Why believing in yourself, adapting a progress over perfection mindset can help you   Listen to this episode whenever you are having doubts and need these reminders! Visit www.deepikefitness.com for more from me, your host Deidra! Thanks s...

59. What being healthy really means 15.08.2022

Have you ever been confused about what healthy really means?  Have you ever felt worse while making too many changes in an attempt to lose weight? Me too..    In this episode, I share with you how you can make changes to become healthier WITHOUT restricting or overwhelming yourself in the process.  How weight loss can be a bonus but becoming healthy shouldn't be the sacrifice in that process ...

58. Why you keep starting but can't keep going 08.08.2022

In this episode, I share with you the TOP 2 reasons why you struggle to keep going after you start your weight loss journey and making a healthy lifestyle change!   Listen in to figure out how you can stop giving up when it gets hard or always start off too extreme, it's really time to find a plan that sticks!   3 Steps to SUSTAINABLE weight loss ----> ( CLICK HERE ) *Masterclass training ...

57. Mental Health Matters MOST 01.08.2022

It doesn't matter what the scale says or how you look, if you don't feel good on the inside too! Your mindset and mental health is such a crucial piece to your overall health that cannot and should not be avoided and dismissed.    In this episode, I am vulnerable with you as always as I remind you to stop feeling guilty, celebrate yourself and most importantly, love yourself in this proc...

56. Getting through the hard parts 25.07.2022

Getting back on track, starting that workout your dreading.. or starting your weight loss journey can be hard and challenging to start  But once you get through the hard initial part, it can and will get easier!   In this episode, I share with you some motivations and tips to push through when you don't feel like it!    For more about the 8 week accelerator program to set you up for sustainab...

55. Belly Bloating Foods & Ingredients with Shelby 21.07.2022

Shelby Torrese is a holistic nutrition coach that teaches women about the ingredients in the foods they are eating so they can take charge of the symptoms they are causing like belly bloating, acne or sugar spikes! (which come with sugar crashes too)  "Whole foods are best!"    In this episode, we discuss:  - How ingredients make us feel - Why food labels are misleading and so much more!...

54. No shortcuts or easy routes 18.07.2022

Easy routes and shortcuts are always trying to be made but when it comes to your health you deserve the route that makes you feel best in your body (and mind too)    In this solo episode, I share some motivation to why you shouldn't give up when it gets hard or making too many changes too quick!  Anything but giving up is progress, remember that cause, YOU GOT THIS!    3 Secrets to FOREVER We...

53. Stop pleasing everyone else with Marnye Moore 14.07.2022

"Were not meant to be just one thing" - Marnye   In this episode, we discuss:  - Creating deadlines and urgencies  - Beyond the scale wins - Guilt and overthinking  - Overwhelm  - Asking for help - How to prioritizing ourselves   3 SECRETS TO FOREVER WEIGHT LOSS  (FREE MASTERCLASS hosted by Deidra Pike) Send us Fan Mail Support the show

52. How to Decrease your Sugar Cravings 11.07.2022

Are you ALWAYS craving sugar?  Feel like you are always hungry or eating too? This episode contains the hard truths you need to hear when it comes to taking control of your cravings!  It is NOT easy to stop once you start and sugar is a VERY addicting substance that is in almost everything we eat, and is hidden in many food products with many different names.  I hope in this episode you hear not o...

51. Mistakes are what you needed with James Heppner 07.07.2022

In this episode, I was privileged to interview James Heppner who is a results coach that has always been passionate about his health in all aspects like myself but also has gone through hardships and mistakes that have led him to even better stages in his life!  We connected on so many levels regarding the mistakes, guilt and journey of ups and downs we all experience.  This is my favorite intervi...

50. 3 reasons to stop giving up on yourself 04.07.2022

In this solo episode, I get vulnerable and raw with you when I feel like giving up myself.    These 3 reminders I needed to tell myself and I hope you benefit from hearing too.   Thank you for listening and please, don't give up on yourself...YOU DO GOT THIS!    3 Steps to Sustainable Weight Loss (30 min free training!) Beyond the Scale Academy     Send us Fan Mail Support the show

49. Healthy Pregnancy Prep with Nurse English 30.06.2022

Preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy is so important!!  In this interview I spoke with nurse practitioner English Goldsborough about all the healthy ways you can prepare your body for a healthier pregnancy experience (and post partum too)    In this episode, we discuss:  Adding nutrients to your diet (rather than restrict or eliminate) Strength training and weight training (prior and during...

48. 3 Steps to making exercise a habit (+ enjoy it too!) 27.06.2022

In this episode, I share with you 3 tips for making exercise a routine and habit you can stick to consistently! (and enjoy it too)  Maybe you need motivation to start an exercise routine or work toward a healthier relationship with workouts. It's important to enjoy the exercise part and find what works for you, but it can be challenging to create that healthy balance, especially if you'v...

47. Your health is your responsibility (Guest Magic) 23.06.2022

Magic is a single mother who has been through a lot of trauma and also many health conditions that at times affected her ability to care for her children.  After poor traditional health care she took her health into her own hands.  In this interview, Magic Barclay shares with me her story, her challenges and how she began to research, learn and come fascinated with a new wholistic approach to her...

46. How To Conquer Cravings & Control Overeating 20.06.2022

In this solo episode I discuss 5 ways to help you control and conquer your cravings!    In this episode you will discover how to: - Celebrating progress (beyond the scale) - Drop the guilt and shaming - Have something healthy first or in replace of - Pause and slowly learn your overeating habits and circumstances   Thanks so much for listening!  Looking for Strategies to get healthy? (watch this)...

45. Release yourself from "diet prison" with Camille 16.06.2022

Have you ever felt like you are always dieting?  Like a prison from one extreme to the next.  I had a blast interviewing Camille Martin who was stuck in the yo-yo dieting cycle for 25 years until she FINALLY broke free, and for good!    In this episode we discuss:  - All or nothing diet extremes  - Why we can't break free once  - How to start a new approach - How your mindset plays part   Ple...

44. Excuses & Getting your kids to eat healthy 13.06.2022

Do you struggle to know where to start when it comes to getting your kids to eat healthier? or yourself too? In this episode, I give you so many suggestions and tips to try with your kids! Plus... also give YOU the reminders you may need when it comes to making changes and trying new things Learn: - Where and what to to start with - How to get your kids to eat veggies + fruit - How to approach the...

43. All or nothing never wins with Cassie Christopher 09.06.2022

In this episode, I am joined with registered dietitian and emotional eating expert Cassie Christopher who helps women develop healthier routines to improve emotional eating habits and patterns that are holding you back! I loved speaking with Cassie and the topics and struggles we discussed during this interview regarding stress eating, poor diets and how to conquer vicious cycles and habits.    --...

42. Listen when you're feeling down or doubt 06.06.2022

In this solo monday mini episode, I give you the reminders and encouragement to keep going when you are feeling down or when life feels really hard and challenging.    This episode can be replayed as often as you need and whenever you feel like giving up, eating for comfort or making up excuses to avoid a hard challenge your being faced with   You can get through this, I know you can!!  YOU GOT TH...

41. Mindset, Menopause & Maintaining Weight with Alison Bladh 03.06.2022

In this episode, I interviewed Alison Bladh who is a registered nutritional therapist who specializes with women in midlife and menopause!  We discussed so many great insights into WHY it is so important to take care of your health BEFORE you enter menopause and how important our nutrition and mindset plays into the transition.    TOPICS WE DISCUSS: - Weight Loss during Menopause (and before) - Pr...

40. Striving for Healthy Balance (Monday Motivation) 30.05.2022

A healthy balance is what you are really striving for!!!   NOT the number on the scale or equal distribution of your time or energy (not possible anyway) In this episode, I share with you how to create the healthy balance you are striving for. I also give you the reminders and clarity you need on a monday or any day to make progress, without guilting yourself or needing to be perfect. Always come...

39. Limiting Beliefs & Self Doubt 23.05.2022

Don't let your fears of potential failures lead you to sabotage yourself before they happen.  Just because you haven't found your healthy balance yet, doesn't mean you won't one day.  The only way you won't know is if you never try!    Anything besides giving up is progress.  Perfectionism is a form of procrastination.  You ARE ready and you CAN make progress without extre...

38. Progress is Possible without Perfection 16.05.2022

In this podcast episode, I break down the main steps behind Beyond the Scale Academy!  Mindset being the most important key part, and understanding that progress can be made without progress is everything and gives you a less overwhelming perspective to get started too.    Listen in to my raw examples and imperfections that have led me to create this resource and incredible academy just for you! ...

37. Weights are for > Weight Loss 09.05.2022

Weight lifting and training is for so much more than weight loss!  In this episode, I give you tips to find your healthy balance of both weight training and cardio!  You won't be able to see maximum results without adding weight training to your routine! Plus it is SO MUCH more than for the results, it is the feeling and other benefits like confidence and mental health that should be pushing...

36. Delays aren't your Defeats 02.05.2022

Trouble is NOT in the delay but in how you act during those delays.  Instead of trying to predict or dodge events that you can't predict, Focus on what you CAN control: TODAY and making gradual progress going forward!   Do NOT underestimate the power of small changes, especially during hard and challenging times in your life! You NEVER need to be perfect, so by lowering your expectations, you...

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