Giggles&Glutes Podcast

Let’s get to know each other! Hello! welcome back tyo another episode of Giggle and glutes  Everyone seems to be jumping into ice baths but are cold plunges actually as beneficial as social media claims, especially for women? In Part 1 of this episode, we unpack the science behind cold water immersion, discuss why cold plunges have become such a huge wellness trend, and explore what the current re...

Let’s get to know each other! Hello, and welcome back to giggles and glutes  Are you actually training hard enough… or just leaving the gym tired? In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, Donaé and Zoe unpack one of the biggest questions in fitness: how do you know if you’re training with enough intensity to actually see results? We break down what training to failure really means, why soreness is...

Let’s get to know each other! Whether you’re brand new to the gym or you’ve been training for years, there are certain things nobody tells you when you start your fitness journey. In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, we’re talking about the practical side of fitness that often gets overlooked. From choosing the right shoes for your workouts and finding activewear that actually supports your tr...

Let’s get to know each other! In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, we dive into a topic that many people experience but isn’t often discussed in the fitness space: ADHD and how it can impact your health, fitness, nutrition, and training journey. We share personal experiences and observations around training consistency, motivation, routine, meal choices, food repetition, and how having ADHD ca...

Let’s get to know each other! In this episode of Penny for Our Thoughts, Donaé and Zoë dive into one of the biggest misconceptions in the fitness industry: the idea that women should stay in a calorie deficit forever. If you’re constantly tired, hungry, struggling with recovery, dealing with cravings, mood swings, poor gym performance, or feeling stuck despite eating very little, this episode is f...

Let’s get to know each other! In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, Zoe and Donaé dive into one of the biggest questions in fitness right now: 👉 Is the fitness industry oversaturated? From online coaching and AI, to fitness trends, social media pressure, authenticity, qualifications, and finding the RIGHT coach — this conversation gets real. We discuss: The rise of online coaching Why social m...

Let’s get to know each other! Hello, welcome back to another episode  lets get into it : Some days you’re physically tired.  Other days… your mind is exhausted before the day even begins. In this episode of Giggles & Glutes , we’re talking about the kind of fatigue no one really sees  the mental load of constantly showing up. From work, relationships, training, family responsibilities, hormone...

Let’s get to know each other! Welcome back to Giggles & Glutes 🎙️💪 In today’s episode, Zoe and Donae dive into the phase of fitness that nobody really talks about — the “quicksand phase.” You know… that stage where everything feels HARD.  Getting to the gym feels exhausting.  Meal prepping feels overwhelming.  Staying consistent feels impossible.  And you start wondering why everyone else see...

Let’s get to know each other! Ozempic is everywhere right now… but what’s actually happening behind the results? In this episode of Giggles & Glutes , we’re having an honest, informed conversation about Ozempic, weight loss drugs, and what’s not being talked about enough. We cover: Why weight often comes back after stopping How appetite hormones like ghrelin & leptin are affected The role...

Let’s get to know each other! If you’ve ever felt frustrated because the scale isn’t moving… but your body is — this episode is for you. In today’s episode of Giggles & Glutes , we break down why your weight might stay the same even when you’re making real progress. We talk about: Body recomposition (losing fat while gaining muscle) Why muscle is denser than fat How water, glycogen, hormones,...

Let’s get to know each other! If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough in your fitness journey… this episode is for you. In today’s episode of Giggles & Glutes, we dive into how the fitness industry is finally shifting away from extremes — and why that’s the best thing that could’ve happened. We talk about:  • The pressure to be “perfect” in fitness  • Why burnout culture isn’t sustain...

Let’s get to know each other! Hello  🤍 Have you ever scrolled through Instagram and suddenly felt like you’re behind in life? Like everyone else has it figured out the routines, the body, the mindset and you’re just trying to keep up? In this episode, we unpack the truth behind that feeling and why it has nothing to do with you falling behind… and everything to do with what you’re consuming. We t...

Let’s get to know each other! Hello beautiful 🤍 In this episode, we’re diving into something that most people completely overlook in their fitness journey… recovery . We’re talking about why you might be feeling constantly sore, tired, low energy, or even a little irritable —and why it’s not because you’re not doing enough… but possibly because you’re doing too much without recovering properly. W...

Let’s get to know each other! This episode is a little different… no structure, no fitness deep dive  just a real, honest catch-up. Life lately has been a lot . Behind the scenes, there’s been growth, overwhelm, moments of clarity… and moments where we honestly just needed to pause and reset. In this episode, we open up about: – Taking a step back when your body is overwhelmed – The guilt that com...

Let’s get to know each other! One of the biggest things holding people back in the gym isn’t weakness  it’s confusion 🤯🏋️‍♀️ In this episode of Giggles & Glutes , Zoë and Donaé break down a single, powerful principle that cuts through the noise of conflicting cues and overcomplicated coaching 🎙️. If you’ve ever felt frozen under the bar, unsure whether you’re doing an exercise “right,” this e...

Let’s get to know each other! If you’ve mastered your form but still feel stuck lifting the same weights, this episode gives you the missing piece 🧩💪 In this Giggles & Glutes episode, Zoë and Donaé break down progressive overload in a clear, practical way so you can understand how strength actually improves over time 🧠✨ We explain why most people plateau after learning technique, how muscl...

Let’s get to know each other! Think your glutes are just one big muscle? Think again. In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, Zoë and Donaé break down the three glute muscles — gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus — and explain why most women are unknowingly training their glutes wrong. If you’ve been doing endless squats but still not seeing that round, lifted, shelf-like shape,...

Let’s get to know each other! January motivation fades fast, and February is where self-doubt often creeps in. If you’re questioning your goals, feeling behind, or wondering whether you’ve already failed this year, this episode is for you. In this Giggles & Glutes episode, Zoë and Donaé talk about slowing down, releasing unrealistic pressure, and creating soft, sustainable intentions that actu...

Let’s get to know each other! Feeling drained, overcommitted, or like life is running you instead of the other way around? In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, Zoë and Donaé dive into the idea of a Feminine Reset — focusing on energy boundaries, nervous system regulation, and reclaiming your personal space without guilt. We talk honestly about why so many women feel exhausted even when they’re...

Let’s get to know each other! Food guilt, cravings, emotional eating, and that all-or-nothing New Year mindset — this episode is for anyone who feels stuck in a love-hate relationship with food. In this conversation, we break down the science behind cravings, why guilt actually works against your goals, and how to create food freedom without restriction or burnout. This isn’t another New Year diet...

Let’s get to know each other! Discipline doesn’t have to be harsh to work. In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, we’re talking about soft discipline — the kind of consistency that supports your life instead of punishing you for having one. We break down why discipline has been misunderstood, how guilt sabotages progress, and why tiny daily habits build more confidence than extreme “all-or-nothi...

Let’s get to know each other! Can you feel it? A brand-new year, fresh energy, and the pressure to become a “new you.” In this first Giggles & Glutes episode of 2026, Zoë and Donaé invite you to slow that right down. This episode is for anyone who feels like they’ve been running on autopilot, over-committing, or losing touch with who they really are. We’re talking identity, mindset, habits, co...

Let’s get to know each other! What happens after postpartum recovery? In this final episode of our pregnancy & postpartum fitness series, Zoë and Donaé bust the biggest myth in postpartum fitness — “getting your body back.” We break down how to approach fat loss after baby safely, how to fuel your body (especially if you’re breastfeeding), and how to rebuild strength without damaging your pelv...

Let’s get to know each other! What if your pregnancy workouts didn’t just help you feel better—but actually gave your baby a lifelong health advantage? In this episode of Giggles & Glutes , Zoë and Donaé break down the science-backed benefits of exercising during pregnancy , from improved brain and heart development in your baby to a faster, stronger postpartum recovery for you. We connect the...

Let’s get to know each other! The third trimester is not the time to stop moving — it’s the most important phase of pregnancy training. In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, Zoë and Donaé break down exactly how to train during the third trimester to prepare your body for labour, protect your core and pelvic floor, fuel your body properly, and support both physical and mental wellbeing in the fi...