Fitness Beyond Aesthetics

Getting enough protein in a day can be a challenge for a lot of people, especially if you're busy! The good news is that it doesn't have to be. All you need a little bit of a mindset shift and a few tips I share in this episode! Before you know getting enough protein in your diet is going to be a breeze! LINKS FROM THE SHOW Norcal Organics (Whey) Equip Protein (Beef Protein Isolate): “este...

If you've been working out regularly but seeing little-no strength gains, you need to make sure you're doing the eight things I mention in this episode. Strength doesn't just happen from lifting weights; there's a little more to it. LINKS FROM THE SHOW PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score Progressive Overload Episode AFFILIATE LINKS Perfect Supplements (use code...

In this episode my friend (and coach) Carly Audia and I have a conversation about: how to fall in love with your fitness journey no matter where you're at reconnecting with your intuition via movement how to find what you love doing (for exericse) a reasonable time frame to experience progress and how to troubleshoot when you're not seeing progress LINKS FROM THE SHOW Contact Carly AFFILIA...

In this episode I'm busting 3 common myths about weightlifting: 1. Weightlifting without perfect form is dangerous. 2. Weightlifting will make you bulky. 3. Muscle can turn into fat. Have you ever heard one of these, let alone believed it and let it dictate what you chose to do for exercise? Knowledge is power and after this episode you will be able to make a more accurately informed decision....

If you're starting out on a fitness journey (or maybe a little ways in but still intimidated by the gym) this episode can be very eye-opening and may be just the push you need to get in to the gym! It might also open your eyes to when it may be appropriate to invest your time and energy into making your home workout space top-notch. Everything in fitness is circumstantial and this episode help...

Ready to find out one of my top pet peeves? This episode not only tells you WHAT I don’t love (that is super prevalent in a lot of workouts), but why I don’t love it, why it’s leading to discouragement, burnout, and what you can do instead!  After listening you will know how to up level any workout you come across on Pinterest, and LOTS of them on Instagram too. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Check out my bl...

It's no secret that STRONG 1.0 is starting soon, in fact, in just one week from airing!! I'm so excited to be brining you this live hybrid program back your way - truly the dream for anyone who struggles to be consistent with exercise but is also mesmerized by lifting weights and wants to get started at home. In this episode I break down the 4 pillars of STRONG 1.0: workouts, coaching, com...

In this episode we build on the topic of home workout equipment and if dumbbells and bands are really enough. It's a common starting point to buy a couple dumbbells and some resistance bands and get started at home, but is that the best option? Tune in and you'll find out if this is the best move for you! Spoiler Alert: IT DEPENDS! 🤣 LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the At-Home Beginner Lifting P...

How your home workout space is set up plays a huge role in you not only enjoying your workouts but also whether you choose to do them or not. Many people will look over the things I share in this episode because they seem too small, but actually it is usually the accumulation of very small barriers that make what feels like an insurmountable wall and holds you back from exercising consistently. In...

In this episode, I guide you through the essentials of setting up a practical and efficient home gym. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your current setup, this covers the key pieces of equipment you need to build strength, increase functionality, and maximize your workout space. [00:03:15] - Starting with the Basics The foundational trio: squat rack, barbell, and weight plates. Disc...

Season 5 was all about education. Season 6 is going to be all about TAKING ACTION. Most people blame their lack of action on time, money, and energy. And while those can contribute, they almost always are not the sole reason and when we remove the other blocks, they don't really matter. This season is going to be addressing barriers you might not even be aware of that ultimately go back to: Ha...

Let's end the age-old debate of calories or hormones. It's time you stopped being gaslighted by people on social media who don't even know you yet claim to know the solution to your "problem." In this episode I explain the ideas behind hormones, calories, and metabolism, as well as guide you to figure out your calories and macro ranges along with how to support with food your...

Have you ever been told cardio is "too stressful" or wonder how much of it you should really be doing? So much emphasis is put on building muscle (and for good reason) that sometimes the cardiorespiratory element of exercise is overlooked. If the term "cardio" has you repulsed because all you imagine is heaving, burning lungs, and feeling like you're going to barf, don'...

Feeling tight, restricted, or seem to always be getting hurt doing the most random and simple things? It's probably because you aren't practicing mobility training. Many people confused mobility with flexibility. However, flexibility without mobility is dangerous! ⚠️ And it might feel overwhelming, if not impossible, to add just one more thing your list of things to do to care for your bod...

What comes to your mind when you think of recovery? Most people just focus on rest days and stretching and while that can be a part of it, it is SO much more. This episode dives into different modalities for exercise recovery you may not have thought of and also that don't need to take ANY of your time. We also dive into the topic of ice baths/cold exposure as this is a new trend sweeping the...

Click here to access the members-only episode. While cycle-syncing is not the "newest" trend out there, it's still relatively new and not well understood. While the concept of cycle-syncing is something beautiful and empowering on the surface, the typical suggestions do not take into consideration preferred energy systems of the body at that point in your cycle in addition to all the...

If you're still finding your footing in the gym and especially the weight room, this episode is for you. Getting comfortable in the gym is like getting comfortable in a foreign country. There's a different culture, new words/lingo, and you might feel awkward and out of place to say the least. The good news is that there are things you can do to mitigate most of that "out of place&quot...

Ever wondered the reasoning behind how workouts and programs are put together? Do I need to do the exercises in this order? Do I really need to rest that long? Can I just swap out this exercise for that since that machine is taken/I don't have that equipment? Should I do cardio before or after? Do I even need to do cardio? In this episode I talk about the methodology behind how I assemble indi...

It's been said that if exercise could come in a pill that it would be the most widely-prescribed drug in the world. But in this episode we take that even further and dive into the specific proven benefits of building muscle and sustaining sufficient muscle mass. The majority of the population, specifically in the USA, are not over-fat, but are under-muscled. Many conditions like dementia, Alzh...

Tune into this enlightening episode to learn how different kinds of lifting can affect you metabolically, bio-mechanically, and how your genetics play a role! Ever wondered why some people seem to put on muscle mass crazy fast while others are built to run 100 miles? The human body is incredible and can be TRAINED to do almost anything, but there are other factors (aside from genetics) at hand tha...

I am so excited to be diving into this season with you guys! Season 5 is basically a fitness fundamentals mini-course. Listen to and apply all the episodes and you'll basically be your own mini-fitness professional. In this trailer I give an overview of each of the episodes in this season and let you know what you can expect from me, Estelle, your host, this season. And if you feel so inclined...

In this episode I interviewed my friend Emily who I connected with on Instagram 1.5-2 years ago. She is a SAHM who started her business as a VA and then branched into podcast management. She has 3 little ones, but 2 have been born since the beginner of her business. I was immediately drawn to her by her enthusiasm for helping others spread their message. Emily is a huge inspiration and wealth of k...

What an amazing episode to start your week with! This episode is for anyone who has felt dismissed by their doctor, left with no solution, felt intimidated or overwhelmed by holistic and natural root-cause solutions, or is a mama wanting to start a business. We cover it all in this episode with my friend Kalena who has been through and done it all. LINKS FROM THE SHOW woodbeebotanicals.com Get the...

You, as a human, naturally compare to find your place in society. The problem now is that most people are comparing their real life to a virtual reality (Instagram). This leads to a myriad of issues and in this episode I explain why I unfollowed 150 accounts. Heads Up: This had nothing to do with the accounts or people themselves. It had everything to do with me, protecting myself, and building a...

Need some help following through with your New Year's resolutions or even just any other goal? In this episode I dive into HOW to set goals. (1) You need to set aligned goals but (2) you need to make them S.M.A.R.T. This is an acronym for things you need to take into consideration when setting and outlining your goals. When you set aligned and SMART goals you are exponentially more likely to f...