Getting Healthy With Cis!

I have a very special guest on Episode 24 of the Getting Health With Cis Show!  Joshua Young is a local, organic farmer out of Thonotosassa, Fl and brings an abundant amount of knowledge on growing the highest quality produce that is rich in optimal vitamins and minerals.  While listening to this episode, you are going to gain an understanding about the food you are putting in your body and why it...

Episode 23 features a very special person who played a critical role during my pregnancy loss journey. After the loss of my second baby, I knew I needed to deal with my trauma in order to move forward. Dr. Scott Bush was referred to me by a friend and really helped me remove and heal from my trauma during that time.  Dr. Bush is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Sexologist, and Sex Ther...

In this episode, I share with you what I've done during the first month of my postpartum weight loss journey. Three months ago, I had my 3rd baby and at the new year, I decided it was time to get healthy again!  I cleaned out my pantry of all our treats left over from the holidays that I found myself wanting to constantly snack on. I also printed out a paper calendar to put on my fridge that...

In this bonus episode I unpack the updates on my 4th trimester with our newest addition, Kinsey, who is 3 months old.  I’m going to share about my transition from 2 to 3 children, how the past 3 months have been, what I've struggled with and how I'm prioritizing myself in this new chapter.  This is the last bonus episode on my pregnancy journey, so if you haven't listened to 1,2 or...

Episode 21 features someone I’ve had the pleasure of coaching for the last year. Andrea came to me a year ago after trying every weight loss method and program in the book. Andrea’s work ethic and commitment to the process is something I admire and in the last year, she has lost 58.5 lbs, walked 10,000+ steps a day for over 365 days, has landed her dream job and so much more! As you listen to this...

In episode 20, I bring on my friend and fellow Nutrition Coach, Liz Grossman, to talk about the importance of having the right mindset when it comes to your health journey.  Liz is currently the Director of Nutrition at Wholestrength Crossfit and Nutrition in Nashville, TN, where she is coaching 20 clients in a one-on-one capacity. She is also part of the HSN Mentoring Program where she coaches nu...

Episode 19 features a friend of mine and fellow Lakeland business owner, Wendy Johnson. In this episode, Wendy shares what kombucha is, how she makes it at her local brewery (Krazy Kombucha), why fermented foods and drinks are good for our guts, and much much more!  If you have gut issues or simply want to find ways to incorporate fermented foods into your diet, this episode is for you! Krazy Komb...

Episode 18 is one you won’t want to miss!  On this episode, I had the privilege of having two amazing guests on the show! Dr. Kristen Kleponis and Dr. Ariel Evans are Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist here in the Lakeland area and they specialize in restoring the pelvic floor back to its intended function in both men and women! During the show, you will get to know more about Pelvic Floor Therapy, h...

Bonus Episode 3 is going to be all about my 3rd trimester of pregnancy. I’m going to share my 5 biggest takeaways on how I’m processing it all, what I've learned, what I’ve struggled with, and things that have been my lifeline.  5 Big Takeaways:  My Brain - I can’t remember things I should Exercise has been my lifeline Nesting is REAL Religious about taking my Omega-3s Emotionally preparing m...

Episode 17 is all about a topic that I'm super passionate about. When it comes to weight loss, you do not have to starve yourself in order to get the results you want. That is not sustainable and will only make you feel miserable and irritated.  In this episode I talk about a few clients I had that came to me in an extreme caloric deficit, way under their basal metabolic rate, and how increas...

For the last week of Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month, I wanted to share the story of our son Wilson, our rainbow after the storm. After losing two babies in the second trimester, my husband Matt and I knew we weren’t done having children, but wanted to wait on the Lord’s timing.  Wilson came to us by surprise and is a sweet blessing. Listen to the full episode to hear about my pregnancy with Wilson...

Episode 15 is my second episode for Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month. In this episode, my husband Matt and I share the story of losing our second baby, Benjamin, at 18 weeks pregnant.  After the loss of our son George, which we shared about in episode 14, I thought I had walked through the proper healing and felt healthy, both mentally and spiritually. I knew there was nothing wrong with me, and if...

On episode 14, I have my husband Matt with me as we share something near and dear to our hearts, the story of losing our son George at 21 weeks pregnant.  October is pregnancy loss awareness month and in the United States, 1 in every 175 births are stillbirths and between 1 and 5% of pregnancies are lost in the second trimester.  We wanted to share our testimony to bring awareness and hope to wome...

Episode 13 is all about Whey Protein! I answer common questions I get as a Gym Owner/Nutrition Coach about Whey Protein and introduce some studies that show the benefits of adding it into your diet.  Whey Protein is the liquid that separates from the curds in the cheese making process and its nutritional value depends on how healthy the cows are that the Whey is extracted from.  If incorporating W...

Episode 12 dives into 4 mindset traits that I've found that go hand and hand with long term success. As a Nutrition Coach of 5+ years, I’ve seen numerous clients reach their goals, and I have learned the essential traits that one must obtain when wanting to persevere to the end.  4 Mindset Traits that will ensure long term success:  Patience  Remove Emotions  Embrace The Journey  Not Focused...

In this second bonus episode, I’m going to be telling you all about my 2nd trimester and what I’m doing, or trying to do, to stay healthy and fit. I’m going to share my struggles and tips and tricks I’ve found through my previous pregnancies that have been great tools! If you’re pregnant or know someone who is pregnant, this episode is one you won’t want to miss! Stay tuned for more bonus episodes...

Episode 11 features Polk County Native and Owner of Swan City Physical Therapy, Dr. Tyler Love. He has been in the Physical Therapy field for just over 10 years, owns his own practice, and is teaching the future generation of Physical Therapists at Florida Southern College.  In this episode Dr. Love shares about: His background What he does at Swan City Physical Therapy (and how it differs from ot...

In this episode, I’m going to be talking about one of my favorite topics, how taking a habit-based approach has the power to transform your health journey.  Being a gym owner and nutrition coach, I have seen major long-term benefits in people who go all in and take a habit-based approach with their health.  When you’re finished with this episode, I want you to be able to understand the psychology...

In case you missed it …. I’m pregnant! In this bonus episode I’m going to be sharing the behind the scenes of my 1st trimester and the tips and tricks I've learned from my previous pregnancies.  3 Things that have helped me get through the 1st trimester:  Magnesium Supplements Eating a balanced meal (carbs, protein & fat) when nauseous  Knowing this discomfort is only temporary  Stay tune...

For episode 9 I bring on a friend and mentor of mine, Melinda North to talk about how diet culture has failed us and ways we can adjust our mindset for long term success.  Melinda is the Lead Nutrition and Mindset Coach at Portside Fitness in Gulf Port, Mississippi and has been able to help around 300 clients over the past 10 years. She shares her story, how diet culture can get in the way of reac...

Protein … Protein … Protein. Yup, you’ve guessed it, Episode 8 is about one of my favorite topics, PROTEIN!  If fat loss and muscle gain is one of your goals, then it is incredibly important to have dietary protein be a main focus. I have put protein to the test in my life as well as my clients and have seen amazing results!  Consuming enough protein in your daily diet is going to help manage your...

If you are feeling stuck in your health journey, this episode is for you! Take a listen to episode 7 as I unpack 7 areas that commonly keep people away from reaching their fat loss goals. I'm going to be sharing some valuable things that can take you from feeling frustrated and annoyed to having clarity and knowing the pathway to take!  7 Areas keeping you stuck: Taking the weekends off Break...

Episode 6 dives into the pros and cons of loggings your food into a food logging app! Logging your food can be intimidating, time consuming and challenging for some, but as a Nutrition Coach, I’ve seen the benefits of logging personally and through my clients. In this episode I share my journey of how I began logging my food after my last pregnancy and lay out the benefits and downfalls of logging...

On this episode, I sit down with long-term client, Kim Benson, and talk about her wellness journey. Kim is an inspiration to myself and many others as she’s continued to persevere through unforeseen circumstances to lose 50+ lbs while in her 50s! She went from not being able to get on and off the floor to now keeping up with her 8 grandchildren. Kim is a true example of resilience and grit and no...

On episode 4, I bring in one of my long-time clients, Sierra Rowland, and we reflect on all she has accomplished in the past 2.5 years, including losing 40+ lbs. Sierra bought into the process and because of her perseverance and commitment, she has been able to transform physically and mentally to live a healthy lifestyle no matter what life throws at her! She truly is a testament of hard work and...