DDC Podcast

In today’s episode of the DDC Podcast, I dive into how your menstrual cycle impacts your training—from strength levels to energy fluctuations—and why understanding this can help you train smarter, not harder. Too often, we push through workouts feeling frustrated when we’re not lifting as heavy or when our energy dips. But what if that’s just your hormones doing their thing? I also break down the...

In today's episode of the DDC Podcast, I'm spilling the BEST kept secret to thriving on your fitness journey. You might think it's all about consistency, discipline, or patience (and yes, those matter), but there's something even bigger that most people miss. What you see on social media is all beautiful and curated, but honestly, I think it's insane that more people aren't talking about this. Thi...

In today's episode of the DDC podcast, I share 4 powerful strategies to help you stay on track with your nutrition when your stress levels are sky-high. Stress can heavily influence the choices we make with our nutrition, which is why it's crucial to have strategies in place to ensure we make the best decisions possible and keep progressing toward our fitness goals. If you found this episode helpf...

In today’s episode of the DDC Podcast, I discuss why worrying about the future, especially the weekend, is not serving you at all. Stressing about something that hasn't even happened yet only leads to poor choices and keeps you stuck in your progress. Weekends can often be a struggle for many. I used to struggle with this for years, and so did many of my clients. But once you start stressing less...

In today’s episode of the DDC Podcast, I’m diving into how we can set new goals for 2025 and, most importantly, create new standards for ourselves. One of the biggest mistakes women make around this time of year is starting strong with their New Year’s resolutions, only to let them fade as time goes on. This leads to unachieved goals and a cycle that feels impossible to break. In this episode, I s...

In today’s episode of the DDC podcast, I want to talk about one of the most important ingredients for a successful fitness journey that’s often overlooked: self-compassion. We often get so caught up in the ideas of hard work, determination, and consistency that we forget about something just as crucial—being kind to ourselves. It's easy to push through when things get tough, but without self-compa...

In today’s episode of the DDC podcast, I share 5 things I really wish someone had told me 15 years ago when I started my fitness journey. I clearly remember how lost I felt when I first began. I failed plenty of times, wanted to give up, and made a lot of mistakes that I can’t change now. But I’ve definitely learned my lessons, and I want to share those lessons with you. The main takeaway from thi...

In today's episode of the DDC Podcast, I share one of the best things you can do to make fitness a sustainable part of your lifestyle: creating a routine that works for you and one that you can realistically follow every day. A very common mistake I see women making—and something I did myself when I first started my journey—is creating an unrealistic routine that’s impossible to stick to long-term...

In this episode of the DDC Podcast, I share some tips to help you stay on track over the next few weeks while still enjoying all the delicious meals that come with Christmas. A common mistake people make around this time of year is putting their fitness on hold or convincing themselves they need a “break” from all the hard work they've put in throughout the year. They think they deserve to enjoy e...

In today’s episode of the DDC podcast, I dive into a topic that I think all of us can relate to: gym anxiety. That frustrating feeling we get when we step into a new environment, one that can hold us back from achieving our fitness goals—or any goal we set for ourselves. Even after almost 15 years in this journey, I still feel this anxiety from time to time, so I want to remind you that it’s compl...

In today’s episode of the DDC podcast, we’re diving into why you don’t need to wait until after the holidays to kick off your fitness journey! Christmas comes around every year, but waiting for the ‘perfect time’ to start only holds you back. We’ll explore why getting started now—no matter how small—can set you up for success, plus I’ll share practical tips on balancing fitness goals with holiday...

In today’s episode of the DDC Podcast, I talk about how to show up for ourselves consistently. We all have those days when we just don’t feel like showing up at all—days when we want to snooze the alarm, skip the gym, or ignore the plan and eat anything and everything. I still have those days, and it’s totally normal. But real progress comes from doing the work daily, not just when we feel motivat...

In today's episode of the DDC Podcast, I share with you the top 5 mistakes most women make when trying to lose weight. These are definitely mistakes I made myself when I first started my journey and felt completely lost. They're also mistakes I keep hearing from you guys and ones my clients made before joining my program. I also share some solutions to help you fix these mistakes and ensure you ma...

In today’s episode of the DDC podcast, we dive into the reality of setbacks in our fitness journeys and how to bounce back stronger. From recognizing and accepting when things don’t go as planned to making small, manageable steps to get back on track, this episode is packed with practical tips. We’ll discuss how to build consistency over perfection, evaluate setbacks without judgment, and keep a p...

In today’s episode of the DDC podcast, I’m joined by the beautiful Alyssa to dive into a common issue: why it’s normal to slow down around this time of year. It’s something that happens every year, but the real question is — why? In this episode, we’ll share some tips to help you avoid slowing down so you can finish the year strong and feel proud of yourself, because fitness never stops!  If you f...

In today's episode of the DDC Podcast, I talk about this old myth and belief that you should be focusing only on the 6-8 rep range to gain muscle mass. This idea that you should focus on a lower rep range to build muscle was very popular in the old-school bodybuilding days, and it still is popular today. But is this really true? We will discuss that in this episode. If you found this episode helpf...

In today's episode of the DDC Podcast, I dive into the one thing that's probably holding you back from reaching your goals: imposter syndrome. That little voice in the back of your head often holds us back from reaching our full potential. I’ve struggled with this, especially after starting my own business, and it’s been tough. But each day, I’ve managed to control this voice more. I’ll share some...

In today’s episode of the DDC Podcast, we dive into the crucial role of mindset in weight loss. While it's easy to focus on diet and exercise, what about the mental barriers that hold you back? We’ll explore how your thoughts, beliefs, and attitude can either propel you forward or sabotage your progress. If you’ve tried every diet without success, this episode will help you shift your mindset for...

In today's episode of the DDC podcast, we dive into the reality that every goal comes with a price. Whether it’s losing weight, gaining muscle, or improving your health, real change requires commitment. Without a change, absolutely nothing changes. If you're serious about making a transformation, you need to understand that it takes effort, discipline, and sacrifices. Tune in to discover what it r...

In today's episode of the podcast, I share five tips to help you move from frustration to fulfillment. This is a weekly call I host inside my community every Wednesday, where we discuss specific topics related to mindset, nutrition, or training. I wanted to give you a glimpse of what goes on inside my program. Frustration is part of the journey, so it’s very important that we learn and understand...

In today's episode of the DDC podcast, I discuss why carbs are GOOD for you and how they can actually help you lose body fat and get the results you want. For a long time, I believed carbs were the enemy, holding me back from reaching my goals. I followed keto and low-carb diets for years, and let me tell you—it wasn’t fun. I felt depleted, frustrated, and couldn’t enjoy the foods I loved. But aft...

In today's episode of the DDC podcast, I discuss why online fat loss coaching can be a waste of money if you're not willing to put in the work. I'll share insights on the importance of commitment, setting clear goals, and maintaining open communication with your coach. If you found this episode helpful, be sure to share it with someone who needs to hear it. Join me in my mission to transform the l...

In today’s episode of the DDC podcast, I interview someone I truly admire, Mahsa Akbarimehr. I love talking to people who have achieved success in both business and fitness, as they always have amazing takeaways to share with us. Mahsa is a bikini pro bodybuilder who has competed in over 30 shows. She runs a successful online fitness coaching business and is also a posing coach. Despite her busy s...

In today's Podtalk with Alyssa, we discuss why it's so easy to lose motivation around this time of year, with only four months left in 2024. We also share tips to help you get back on track so you don't end up waiting for another New Year's resolution to achieve your goals. If you found this episode helpful, be sure to share it with someone who needs to hear it. Join me in my mission to transform...

In today's episode of the podcast, I want to talk to you about motivation—the one thing we all desire but often lack at times. It's easy to feel highly motivated when we start something new, like our fitness journey, but as time goes on, that motivation can disappear, making it difficult to stay consistent. In this episode, I discuss what motivation is, the different types of motivation, and share...