Fitbliss Fitness

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We invite you to join us behind the scenes with our team of coaches and other experts in the industry as we discuss topics relevant to women. Each episode will dive deeper into commonly oversimplified "health and fitness tips" to help you understand the context and nuance often missed when information is shared in places like social media. We consider the evidence, experience, and psychological considerations when conducting our interviews. We aim to educate and empower you to build a customized experience in your body.

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FITBLISS ELITE TAKEOVER: Bikini Olympia Takeaways, The Washington Post Drama + A Word of Caution for Athletes Considering Extreme Protocols 03.01.2023 1:34:51

In this episode, a few of our prep coaches sit down to discuss the outcome of the Bikini Olympia, takeaways + what it means for the 2023. We also discuss many of the alegations and articles coming from the Washington post as well as our reactions, insights and perspectives to them. Neggys GoFundMe Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/neggys-medical

Managing Stress, Expectations and Boundaries During the Holidays - A THROWBACK + Happy 1 Year Anni to Finding Fitbliss! 20.12.2022 54:27

All of Your Pregnancy Training Questions Answered with our Certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Coaches Kerrin and Kelsey 13.12.2022 1:23:09

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Bite Size - Short on Time? Listen for Our Top Evidence Based Tips for Getting the Most out Your Training 05.12.2022 12:59

In this epsisode Lynndsey breaks down stategies she uses when designing training programs for clients who are limited on time for their workouts. Spoiler: HIIT and Cardio aren't it! References: Pasiakos SM, Cao JJ, Margolis LM, Sauter ER, Whigham LD, McClung JP, Rood JC, Carbone JW, Combs GF Jr, Young AJ. Effects of high-protein diets on fat-free mass and muscle protein synthesis following...

FITBLISS ELITE TAKEOVER - What to expect in Prep from Start to Finish including the Tan, Day of Show, Peak Week and Handling Lessons and Disappointment w/ Kerrin and Lynndsey 29.11.2022 1:33:45

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Is Macro Tracking Toxic? + Our Top Tips for Integrating Balanced Nutrition Whether You are Tracking or Not +What We Eat in A Day w/ Lynndsey, Katie and Jules 21.11.2022 1:11:02

In this episode, our roundtable discusses the idea that macro tracking is toxic and open ups about the fact that even as coaches, they are not perfect and do not track perfectly 365 days per year plus Jess interviews the coaches about their daily nutrition habits and tips plus easy adjustments to popular meals served in American households.

Bite Size: Listener ?'s - How Much Water Do I Really Need? Does Tracking Macros Get Easier? Feeling Comfortable Around Strong People as a Beginner + Hard Conversations w/ a Friend with Coach Stevie and Dr. Rachel 20.11.2022 26:06

In this episode you can pick up lots of nuggests of wisdom from Coaches Stevie and Rachel as they asnwer some of our listener questions. @ coachsteviej @brains.and.brawn @mathesonjess @teamfitbliss

Is Your Metabolism Genetic? Exploring Haplotypes and Enviornments + Using the Power of the Sun to Reach Your Goals w/ David, Sarah and Kelsey 15.11.2022 1:11:12

In this episode, our blood work analyst David Herrera answers our coaches Sarah, Kelsey, and Jess' questions regarding metabolism and genetics, and the crew gets into a discussion on the Haplotypes and how the environment your ancestors come from may be effecting how you lose fat or gain muscle today. Plus, how you can control the lighting in your environment to make the most of your genetics and...

Bite Size - Benefits of Embracing a Reverse Diet or Maintenance Phase + Celebrating Your Body in all Phases with @katiekeepsitreal 10.11.2022 8:37

In this episode, Coach Katie (@katiekeepsitreal) goes over benefits of maintenance and reversing dieting phases as well as strategies to help you stick it through to the end. She reminds us that dieting year-round is not sustainable or recommended and often times the people we "see" online aren't staying shredded year round either.

Get to know Jess - Growing up in Utah, Leaving her Childhood Religion, Pageant Life + Finding Herself and Her Fitbliss 08.11.2022 1:31:08

In this episode, Lynndsey sits down to interview our Finding Fitbliss host, Our Fitbliss Community Engagement Manager, as well as an athlete under Coach Sami. This unfiltered conversation tells her "origin story" including some unique life experiences and lessons. This is a great way to meet the woman behind the mic hosting our roundtable discussions.

Should You Be Using Mind Muscle Connection? + Our Coaches' Top Tips for Making the Most of your Workouts for Bikini Athletes, Powerlifters and Lifestyle Lifters 31.10.2022 1:31:00

In this episode, Jess interviews our CSO, Natalie, and two of our IFBB Pro athletes and lifestyle and competition prep coaches Chantel and Carrie, all about making the most of your training. With a combined 30+ years of experience, these ladies dropped so many thoughtful nuggets in this discussion that can build on your training knowledge to help you grow as an athlete no matter your goals or leve...

Mom Talk: Navigating the Postpartum Experience with Fitbliss Coaches and IFBB Pros Kerrin and Carrie 17.10.2022 1:15:09

Jess interviews Kerrin and Carrie about their postpartum experiences, including body changes, sleepless nights, going back to work, breastfeeding, unsolicited advice, supporting other new Moms (and yourself) and so much more. @teamfitbliss @carrielawlerhennessy @kerrinmichele

Bite Size: Big Facts W/ Nat - How to Use Caffeine to Improve Performance, Evidence Based Recommendations for Athletes 14.10.2022 10:20

In this episode, our CSO Natalie Suazo reviews the current research on caffeine consumption pre-workout to improve performance including timing, dosage, and types! @natalieadair @teamfitbliss Reference: Grgic, J. (2022). Exploring the minimum ergogenic dose of caffeine on resistance exercise performance: A meta-analytic approach. Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.), 97(111604), 11...

Not Feeling Your Best? You Should Really Eat Your Fruits and Veggies - Benefits, Strategies and Recommendations 04.10.2022 1:25:14

Bite Size: Listener ?'s - Why Does My Lower Back Hurt After Lifting?, The Lifting Club App Vs. Personalized Training Programs + How We Adjust Workouts for Women and Men 29.09.2022 26:37

In this episode, our Lifting Club App founders Lynndsey and Sami sit down to answer some of our listener/follower questions as follows: Q. Hey, Team, I have been looking for help getting more serious and structured with my workouts, but I am unsure if I should sign up for the Lifting Club or Personalized Workouts. I am on a budget but do want to be sure that I am getting something out of my time....

Avoiding, Healing and Thriving during and after Lifting Injuries + Bulging Discs, the Psychological Considerations and the RICE method w/ DPT Dr. Rachel, Nat and Nae 26.09.2022 1:25:01

In this episode, our team's Doctor of Physical Therapy Rachel Horton, our CSO (Chief Science Officer) Natalie Suazo, and our Head Powerlifting Coach Shanae Smithson sit down with Jess to answer all of her questions about training around injuries, preventing them, healing them, the psychological components + hot topic items like the RICE method, bulging discs and so much more! Please remember to...

Bite Size: Finding Your WHY with @katiekeepsitreal 23.09.2022 6:45

Today Coach Katie dives into Finding Your WHY as it relates to fitness goals. Why its important, how it can help, and steps to finding yours. @teamfitbliss @katiekeepsitreal fitblissfitness.com

Pregnancy, Postpartum, Infertility Struggles, IVF + Choosing How, When and If You Want to be a Mom as a Female Athlete w/ Sami, Annie, Jess and IFBB Pro Shayla Hubbard 20.09.2022 1:20:08

In this episode, Jess has an open discussion about Motherhood (or not) from the perspective of a female athlete with Coach Sami, our team's posing coach Annie Kirchner, and IFBB Pro Shayla Hubbard. The ladies open up about their biggest struggles, fears, and anxieties as they share their unique experiences, choices, struggles, and accomplishments. There is a lot to cover for this topic from man...

Big Facts W/ Nat - Training to Failure: The Facts, Fiction and Considerations to Keep You Safe While Making Progress 16.09.2022 16:14

Our Chief Science Officer and Master Coach Nat is back with her Facts with Nat segment and today she gets into the nitty gritty all about training to failure The dos, don'ts, whys and things you can consider to keep yourself safe while making gains. Grgic, J., Schoenfeld, B. J., Orazem, J., & Sabol, F. (2022). Effects of resistance training performed to repetition failure or non-failure on musc...

Transitioning into Fall Schedules, Reaching Goals through "the Holidays" + Using this Time to Build Muscle and Reverse Diet 12.09.2022 52:37

In this episide, Jess interviews Coach Jules and Coach Katie on their best tips for transitioning into the fall and winter months, especially for parents. @teamfitbliss @mathesonjess @kinda.fit.girl.diary @katiekeepsitreal

Bite Size: Real Talk w/ Lynnds: Build Confidence, Decrease Anxiety and Rewire Your Beliefs and Mindset with PassiveYouTube Affirmations? 09.09.2022 11:52

In this episode Lynndsey shares a quick tip to help you rewire your automatic thoughts and beliefs in yourself. Lynndsey's favorite affirmation video

Coach Spotlight - Getting to know Coach Kerrin Phillips, Her journey from an engineer to IFBB Pro, Coach and Mom + Her plans for a postpartum IFBB comeback 05.09.2022 1:07:29

In this episode, Jess sits down with one of our new Coaches, Kerrin, to discuss her background, philosophy and story! @teamfitbliss @mathesonjess @kerrinmichele

Bite Size: Listener Q&A - Hiring and Firing a Coach, Coach/Client Boundaries, Knowing Your Coaching "Love" Language + Working Through Discouragement w/ Carrie and Kelsey 01.09.2022 30:32

In this episode, Jess sits down with IFBB Pro and Fitbliss Master Carrie Hennesey and introducing Kelsey Arnett, one of our new (and amazing) Fitbliss Coaches. This roundtable goes well beyond the questions asks and provides so much insight and perspective to the coaching process as well as what people should expect when working on a health, fitness or wellness goal. @teamfitbliss @kelseyy.fitn...

Do You Need to Chug a Protein Shake PWO? Evidence Based Protein RX for Athletes and Body Recomp + Myths, Hacks and Making Vegetarian Diets Work 29.08.2022 35:48

In this episode, Jess interviews our CSO and Master Coach Natalie on all things PROTEIN! The ladies discuss why thy RDA doesn't make much sense for individuals working on protein goals, the proper amount of protein to optimize your goals, practical tips for getting more protein, and so much more! @natalieadair @mathesonjess @teamfitbliss

Bite Size: Sleep is the "Magic Pill," a Shallow Dive on Sleep + Our Top Tips for Improved Sleep w/ @katiekeepsitreal 25.08.2022 6:37

In this episode, Coach Katie discusses the importance of adequate sleep related to fitness and wellness. She also goes over what can happen when we don't get enough sleep and offers some helpful tips to improve sleep hygiene. To work with a Team Fitbliss coach for nutrition coaching and training programs, fill out an application at www.fitblissfitness.com Find us on Instagram at @TeamFitbliss...