Fit + Fueled Life Podcast

In this episode, Tina talks about the importance of minerals, why mineral loss is so common in women, and how mineral testing can help you lose weight and feel your best. She also shares insights into the relationship between minerals and hormones, which can cause symptoms of imbalance and make losing weight harder and more frustrating for women. Tina discusses: Minerals as the spark plugs of the...

In this episode, Tina talks about the overwhelm that many women in perimenopause experience, especially when they get a lot of information online, but still have so many questions about what to do and what results they should expect from their efforts. She shares where to start with your efforts and the 5 biggest dial-movers when it comes to seeing results in terms of health and body composition....

In this episode, Tina speaks about her personal journey with losing weight in a responsible and sustainable way. No crash diets or excessive cardio needed! She also shares the specific challenges that led to her to gaining more than 15 pounds and exactly what she did to lose it. Tina discusses: The importance of blood sugar management Why tons of high-intensity cardio isn’t the best option for wei...

In this episode, Tina speaks with Carrots ‘N’ Cake coach and FDN Practitioner, Jennifer Woodward, about the importance of functional testing for women during their perimenopausal years. Jennifer provides clarity around some of the imbalances that women might experience in perimenopause and some of the common markers we see on functional tests. Jennifer discusses: Common symptoms in perimenopause T...

In this episode, Tina speaks with Beth Terranova about her journey and how she got started working with people with scoliosis. Beth shares why strength training is important for people with scoliosis and the possibility of improvement for an adult with scoliosis. Beth discusses: - Why strength training is so important for people with scoliosis - The foundations of a healthy spine - Stability versu...

In this episode, Tina speaks with Ashley Fillmore about why women need to consider diet breaks. Ashley shares how to implement a diet break, how long it should last, and what to pay attention to for best results. She also debunked some misconceptions about fat loss - many of which often overwhelm women. Ashley discusses: - What a diet break is all about - Benefits of a diet break - Mistakes women...

In this episode, Tina shares some effective strategies to lose stubborn belly fat during perimenopause. Tina discusses: - Prioritizing strength training over cardio - The types of foods you should eat - Importance of prioritizing sleep - Paying attention to your alcohol consumption - And more Carrots 'N' Cake 1:1 Coaching Application https://forms.gle/JT74yhBgxQZRQvgZA Connect with Tina Haupert: h...

In this episode, Tina talks about her incredible 12-week fat loss phase (cut). She shares her transformation, some valuable lessons, and the metrics that defined her progress. Tina discusses: - The results of the 12-week cut - How you don’t need to be perfect but you need to be consistent - The timing of a cut phase - The lessons she learned from the cut - How health foundations make fat loss easi...

In this episode, Tina speaks with Evan Transue, FDN-P, aka Detective Ev and host of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition. Evan shares his journey to healing, how he has changed as a person and how FDN has helped him do it. He believes that healing is a personal development journey; you need to become a different person. You can accelerate your healing with functional tes...

In this episode, Tina speaks with Natalie Newhart, Mindset Coach & Former Pro CrossFit Athlete and BodyBuilder, about why so many women over 35 struggle with losing weight. Natalie shares how a lack of self-love is the root of all weight, food, and health issues, how humanity has been intensely conditioned to not love ourselves and shares a methodical training of self-love. Natalie discusses: - Ge...

In this episode, I dive into a topic that affects many women: perimenopause and weight gain. Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading to menopause, can bring about various changes in a woman's body, including shifts in weight. Here are four ways perimenopause can contribute to weight gain: Hormonal fluctuations: During perimenopause, hormone levels, particularly estrogen and progesterone, can...

In this episode, I share what I would prioritize if I had a limited budget for my health goals. Spoiler: It's just 4 essentials that are totally free or very affordable. Resources mentioned in this episode: SMS Bundle - SAVE $50 with this link: https://programs.carrotsncake.com/offers/ck5r9fck?coupon_code=FIT50 Grab high-quality supplements here: https://us.fullscript.com/protocols/carrotsncake-pe...

Maintenance often gets overlooked when it comes to physique change, but it's an essential component of a successful nutrition plan. In this episode, I explain why it's important and why this phase deserves more respect! Also, learn how to calculate your maintenance calories with a simple calculation. I'll guide you through the process step-by-step and provide valuable tips along the way. As a bonu...

If I had 'secrets' and hacks for streamlining my meal prep process with fat loss in mind, this episode gives you all of those details and more! Enrollment is OPEN for my 8-week fitness accountability challenge, LeanSummerSolution! 🥳🥂 GO HERE TO ENROLL and get the new fitness program: https://carrots-n-cake.mykajabi.com/LSS TRY BUTCHERBOX: https://butcherbox.pxf.io/Zdg53k DISCLAIMER: The content...

If you struggle with what to eat, this week's ​episode​ is for you! I promise planning a health, balanced meal can be soooo easy if you have a simple framework to follow and that's exactly what I share in this episode. Follow just 3 easy steps with my PFF Approach. PFF stands for protein, fiber, flavor, and it's how 95% of my meals are planned. For me, healthy eating is all about automation and NO...

If you're a woman in perimenopause who is struggling with weight loss, your blood sugar could be to blame. As we age, we become less resilient to stress, which oftentimes shows up as blood sugar imbalance and insulin issues. When blood sugar is not in balance, it makes losing weight so. much. harder. In this episode, I share my personal experience with real-time data provided by a Continuous Gluco...

This is the final episode of this 3-part series about recovering from burnout. In this episode, I share the exact strategies I used to recover form burnout. I dive deep into practical steps and the ACTUAL changes I made to my lifestyle to deal with the stress in my life and heal my body. As I always say, it's never one thing! >>>Don't miss my 8-week fitness accountability challenge: Stay consisten...

Burnout is a real thing and a lot of women don't even realize just down stressed out and depleted their bodies are until it's too late. I ignored the symptoms of burnout for years until they were so bad (and my body was a mess) that I couldn't ignore them anymore. In this episode, I share the exact strategies I used to recover form burnout. I dive deep into practical steps and the ACTUAL changes I...

Burnout is a real thing and all too common in women, especially those of us who trend toward a Type A personality and perfectionism. In this episode, I share my personal experience with burnout, including the factors that contributed as well as the common symptoms associated with burnout, including physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion an how it shows up as undesirable symptoms related to wei...

Consistency is the name of the game if you want to change your physique. Macros are an incredible tool for supporting your weight loss goals, but if you struggle with consistency, you are likely missing out on results. In this episode, I share some simple hacks that can make all the difference. These tips and tricks make tracking macros easier and more efficient, so you're able to stay consistent...

In this episode, Coach Emma and I interview Lacey, one of our functional testing and 1:1 coaching clients. Lacey shares details about her experience working with the CNC team to improve her body composition (she lost 12 pounds), sleep quality, blood sugar balance, and her relationship with food, which she described as 'toxic' before joining our program. We hope you enjoy this episode and if it res...

I hear it all the time from women... they *know* they need to be consistent with a strength training routine in order to change their physique, especially when they hit perimenopause, but they're just not motivated to do it. I totally understand and have 100% been there too, so in this episode, I share my tips and tricks for staying motivated and consistent with a strength training routine, and I...

In this episode, I share some important considerations and strategies for successfully (!!) achieving your fat loss goals. This video is actually part 2 of this series, so be sure to watch part 1 if you missed it! And don't miss my 8-week fitness accountability challenge: Stay consistent with your training all summer long and build a physique with more muscle definition, leanness, and strength! Ad...

When it comes to weight loss, what worked in your 20s often no longer works when you hit your 30s and 40s. What you need, my friend, is a new approach. In this episode, I share some important considerations and strategies for successfully achieving your fat loss goals. Things like how to get your mindset right, how to properly time your fat loss phase, and how to find the minimal deficit starting...

Sharing some results and accountability updates after the first week of my Spring cut. If you focus on the process instead of the outcome (i.e. number on the scale), you’ll be more consistent with your efforts and see better results. 💪🏻 Fit + Fueled Waitlist: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/be63efa9bd MY FITNESS PROGRAMS: https://programs.carrotsncake.com/fitness DISCLAIMER: The content contained h...