Fit + Fueled Life Podcast

I kicked off the week with an old school iced coffee date! I actually had nothing specific planned, but then ended up going into detail about what's on the agenda for business in the coming months. And, as expected, there are some fun tangents and random "behind the scenes" info throughout the episode. Enjoy!! ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never have...

Are you still on the fence about signing up for SMS 2.0? Maybe you're unsure if it's a good fit for you and your goals? I gotcha covered in this episode. I answer your questions about SMS 2.0 and share some additional details to help you make a decision. Read all of the FAQs here: https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/strongmadesimple-2/ ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscr...

So, you want to get rid of belly fat, build lean muscle, and look toned?⁠ ⁠ Lift weights.⁠ ⁠ Seriously.⁠ ⁠ Lifting weights helps you build muscle mass which means reduced body fat.⁠ ⁠ It might seem like you should be doing cardio (running, cycling, getting in ALL the steps) but really, what you need to do is lift weights and do some strength training.⁠ ⁠ Strength training changes your body composi...

The 3 biggest mistakes women make with exercise: ⁠ 1. Too much cardio (not enough strength training).⁠ ⁠ Cardio is great for heart health, and I definitely recommend keeping some level of cardiovascular movement in your weekly fitness regimen. However, focusing on cardio (spending hours upon hours every single week running on the treadmill, spinning, or hashing it out on the elliptical) can damage...

In this episode, I share a personal story as well as some advice for making strength training more fun! Ok, strength training *can be* boring.⁠ ⁠ There, I said it.⁠ ⁠ If you find it monotonous, it’s time to think about things differently. ⁠ ⁠ Does this sound familiar? ⁠ ⁠ When you first started strength training, your goals was to get into strength training… learn how to do, feel confident in your...

Welcome to this next edition of the Friday 5! I'm especially excited for this week's round-up. 1. Athleta Bikinis Clean Medium Bottom: https://rstyle.me/+5pZp5e-QtxBYpZw4Tmk_6g Clean Low Rise Bottom: https://rstyle.me/+VBXAuzEqLjr0WjwqAdxn-g Longline Plunge Bikini Top: https://rstyle.me/+dBaNW_DeMSwrVbEEXuYEbg Maldives High Neck Bikini Top: https://rstyle.me/+fN4JRG7jLJL5uyf3RczouA 2. Trader Joe's...

In this episode, I share my current nutrition and fitness "framework." I put framework in quotes because it is not a strict/black and white approach and changes from day-to-day depending on how I feel, my schedule, etc. But I thought sharing this information might be helpful to others, so I wanted a way to summarize what I'm doing now since I'm feeling so good! I hope my story gives you some ideas...

How much is too much exercise? ⁠⁠ Some symptoms of overtraining are obvious, others not so much. Many women (myself included) mistake overtraining symptoms as a result of other things or ignore them all together thinking it's "normal." ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ The most common symptoms of overtraining include: ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ▪️insomnia ⁠⁠ ▪️fatigue⁠⁠ ▪️headaches⁠⁠ ▪️weight gain, especially around midsection ⁠⁠ ▪️moodiness or...

I've done the Bean Protocol for 2 weeks now, so I'm sharing my experience as well as some frequently asked questions. Who is Karen Hurd? How does the Bean Protocol work? How do you prevent gas and bloating? What kinds of beans should you eat? Are some beans better than others? Is it okay to eat the beans with fat? Is the Bean Protocol good for IBD? ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a...

A flashback Friday episode where I share old-school CNC-style life updates. Today’s Topics include: ▪️An update on the mold inspection at our house. Spoiler: thankfully we *seem* to be mold-free. ▪️An update on the brand NEW SMS 2.0 fitness program. Thanks so much to the awesome beta testers and their positive feedback! Keep your eyes out for this program launching SOON! ▪️Quinn updates including...

We are having a mold inspection at our home this morning. You can't heal from mold if you are living in an environment with it. Tough love pep talk: You want to lose weight, but are you willing to do what’s needed to lose weight?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Really, are you?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ It’s time for a little tough love.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ If you’re not willing to…⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Track Macros⁠⁠ Meal Prep⁠⁠ Get Sleep⁠⁠ Drink Water⁠ Lift Weights⁠⁠ Work...

Ten reasons you’re not losing weight: ⁠⁠ ▪️You’re stressed⁠⁠ ▪️You’re not getting enough sleep⁠⁠ ▪️You’ve been on a diet forever⁠⁠ ▪️You don’t spend long enough in maintenance⁠⁠ ▪️You’re not getting enough movement during the day⁠⁠ ▪️You’re overtraining⁠⁠ ▪️You’re only doing cardio⁠⁠ ▪️Your hormones/thyroid/gut health are out of whack⁠⁠ ▪️You’re eating too much processed food⁠⁠ ▪️You’re estimating...

If you haven’t lost weight on the scale, but your measurements are down, then what you’re doing IS working!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Let me be frank. The scale is a ridiculous way to measure success.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Yes, it can help you monitor progress. But it’s just one of many tracking tools and it’s certainly not the best tool available.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Oftentimes, fat loss happens, and body composition changes, but the scale stays th...

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Should you use the scale?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ This one is tricky.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ While I believe the scale can be a great tool for monitoring progress and daily weight fluctuations, it’s really important to remember that the scale is just a tool.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Meaning, use it, but don’t abuse it. Or better yet, don’t let it abuse you.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ If the scale triggers you, makes you think negative thoughts about yourself, lowers your sel...

Are you *ready* to diet? Here are 6 things to consider before you embark on cut (aka diet): ▪️Have you been in maintenance for 4-6+ months? ▪️Do you have a start and stop date for your diet? ▪️Are you currently strength training? ▪️Are you in a place where life isn’t insanely stressful? ▪️Do you have realistic expectations for progress outside of the scale? ▪️Are you willing to do the work? Learn...

I started the Bean Protocol to help with acne and mold detox. Sharing some details! Check out these Instagram accounts for Bean Protocol resources: @paleomg @uniquehammond http://www.karenhurd.com/ ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never have to miss an episode! Comments and questions can be sent to info@carrotsncake.com, and please join the Carrots ‘N’...

I'm all about iced coffee and gut health! Here's what I add to my morning tumbler: SBI Protect Powder (bovine immunoglobulin) https://rstyle.me/+lJJ_xoXtLVoNxgPcYPRhmA Organic MCT Oil https://rstyle.me/+KnbE51bpqWMs7wYXJYAMpA SFH Strong (creatine + l-glutamine) https://rstyle.me/+JQf6tw-JtSMOC2nc5jaGNg Green Banana Flour https://rstyle.me/+38hCZSgCi2AqVIIajHP-9Q Vital Proteins Collagen https://rst...

Welcome to this morning's iced coffee date! I'm so glad you're here! This morning we're talking about top macro (and mindset) mistakes and how to overcome them. Mistake #1: Being obsessed with your macro goals Mistake #2: Letting your macros control you Mistake #3: Giving up if you don't know how to track something Mistake #4: Not enjoying what you're eating Mistake #5: Dieting for more than 3-4 m...

Good morning and happy Hump Day! Welcome to our morning iced coffee date! ▪️Future of the podcast ▪️Comparison syndrome + fixed mindset ▪️Mold testing ▪️Mold protocol ▪️Quinn and Mumma days ▪️Nutrisense update ▪️Affordable jeans Try Nutrisense and save $25 with code carrotsncake 1822 Skinny Jeans https://rstyle.me/+jR03OS5VMRQJEhUHfeRu0A ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and...

Welcome to our 1st morning iced coffee date! ▪️Quick health update and gut-thyroid connection ▪️When to adjust your macros ▪️Tips for adjusting your macros ▪️Hello from Murphy Adjusting your macros post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CMwqeI1rT4d/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never have to miss an episode! Comments and questions can be sent to info@carrotsnc...

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Sara McGlothlin is a holistic nutritionist, health writer, wellness entrepreneur and yoga/fitness teacher based in Richmond, VA. For years she has been coaching clients on the importance of holistic health and nutrition. Her practice is inspired by her passion of educating others how to live healthier lives. She understands that when it comes to health, there is no “one-size-fits-all;” therefore,...

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On this episode of the Carrots 'N' Cake podcast, I'm chatting with Ali Damron all about what happens to our body when we're on birth control. About Ali Damron: I am a wife, mother to two sweet little boys, a licensed acupuncturist and a certified personal trainer. For the last nine years, I’ve run my own successful private practice as an acupuncturist. Over the last four years, I’ve taken my messa...