Talking Nutrition

In this week's Thursday Q&A, Johan and Pia discuss questions that were submitted by Pia's TRENT and STERKERE (training app) members. You'll learn about muscle gain and macros going into a surplus, reversing the negative effects of chronic dieting, why carbs are key for muscle gain, and when to go with a higher fat approach. To allow for easier-to-digest, shorter episode, this Q&...

In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan teaches you exactly how to fuel for the CrossFit Open and get the most out of your workouts. You'll learn the common mistakes many underfueling CrossFitters make, which essentials to dial in ASAP, what the ACTUAL hard work is when people say "hard work pays off", and something about Snickers, Coca Cola, and Hershey's syrup... Last but...

In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Pia Seeberg is back to talk about finding your maintenance calories, settings your macros, and more. You'll get the exact tools and strategies for finding how much food is 'enough' for your body and activity, how to set your macro targets, how to adjust your intake accordingly, and why stepping away from tracking is an essential part of the proc...

🥩 In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan discusses the importance of protein and provides a comprehensive 'definitive' protein cheat sheet. You'll learn how protein is essential for fat loss, muscle building, and satiety, how to determine your optimal protein intake, and which foods to include based on a few simple questions to ask yourself. Finally, you'll get a step-by-...

🖕 In this mini-episode, Johan reflects on polar night and shares his personal experience of overcoming winter depression. You'll learn how through nutrition, exercise, and stress management you can combat winter depression and any other mentally tough times. 💪🏼 Free Consultation Call https://odysseycoachingsystems.co/online-nutrition-coaching/ Weekly Articles: https://odysseycoachingsystem...

🍽️ In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan and Pia catch up and reflect on the holidays, discuss building the perfect plate, whether abs are made in the kitchen, tracking vs following your natural cues, the processed food debate, and more. Where to find Pia: Website - www.piaseeberg.no Instagram - @piaseeberg YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@seebergpia Timestamps: ( 0:00) Introduction - Pia...

⚙️ There's phase before, as well as after your transformation. Without the before, it's going to be more difficult to create optimal results. Without the after, your results won't last. In this mini-episode, Johan  discusses the third phase of OCS' three-phase strategy for creating long-term results. You'll learn about the 'maintain' phase, where you'll fina...

🧠 In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan challenges your beliefs about willpower, provides actionable strategies for building more willpower, and teaches you how to be successful both with and without willpower. First, you'll learn about the ongoing debate around whether willpower can be depleted and how your mindset and beliefs around willpower play a massive role in how much of it you...

⚙️ There's phase before, as well as after your transformation. Without the before, it's going to be more difficult to create optimal results. Without the after, your results won't last (more about that in another episode). In this mini-episode, Johan  discusses the second phase of OCS' three-phase strategy for creating long-term results. You'll learn about the transformati...

🐓 In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan discusses the importance of morning routines and shares his personal journey with finding the right routine. You'll learn about the problem with hour-long influencer routines, how to find a middle-ground-approach that works for YOU, how to level up your health, self, wealth, and relationships and more. 📖 E-book (free download): https://odysseyco...

⚙️ There's phase before, as well as after your transformation. Without the before, it's going to be more difficult to create optimal results. Without the after, your results won't last (more about that in another episode). In this mini-episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan breaks down the importance of preparation BEFORE starting your transformation journey. You'll learn about th...

🎆 In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan discusses 5 common mistakes people make when setting and pursuing their New Year's resolutions. You'll learn about the importance of avoiding strict and unsustainable diets, being patient and realistic with expectations, creating a strategy and long-term plan, avoiding an all-or-nothing mindset, and not relying solely on motivation. By addre...

✅ In this mini-episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan shares a proven 6-step framework for creating and changing habits in 2024. You'll learn about goal-setting and creating awareness, taking action by focusing on the process, why consistency is key when it comes to lasting lifestyle and behavior change, and more. Want the free Habit Tracker mentioned in this episode, that helps you track your...

🥂 In this episode, Johan discusses the benefits of quitting alcohol and the popular trend of Dry January. He shares his personal experience of giving up alcohol and the positive effects it has on your mind and body. We explore the effects of alcohol on health, the social pressure and stigma around not drinking, a six-step process for changing any habit long-term, and more. Happy New Year! Related...

In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan is joined by Pia Seeberg to discuss her personal nutrition and muscle-building journey. You'll learn why it's important to focus more on eating enough instead of restricting yourself, keeping a more sustainable mindset, the changes Pia experienced once she began to properly fuel her training, why it's important to have conversations and co...

In this episode, Johan and Kristine go on a 30-minute rant about diet culture and everything that's wrong with it. You'll learn about common contradictions, myths, and misconceptions, and how a lot of the claims that are spread out there in mainstream and social media often have only one purpose: getting to your money. The dietary supplement industry accounts for hundreds of billions of...

In this episode, Johan and Alexsandra discuss strategies for enjoying the holiday season while maintaining a balanced approach to nutrition and health. They emphasize the importance of balancing flexibility and practicing moderation. You'll learn about their favorite tips for making overall healthy choices while still allowing for your favorite holiday treats and once-a-year Christmas dinners...

In this Q&A episode, Johan first shares a client story that teaches you how to handle stressful and overwhelming periods. Then you'll learn about the importance of keeping food quality high, the role of tracking macros for achieving results, the effects of birth control on appetite and weight, staying active with a physically and mentally draining job, and the necessity of warmups before...

In this episode, Johan provides personal updates and introduces a new coach to the team. He then answers questions about prioritizing sleep vs. working out, the amount of cardio needed for fat loss, and the impact of ultra-processed foods on nutrition. You'll learn about the importance of focusing on overall diet quality and incorporating both minimally processed and more processed in moderat...

Back with another Instagram Q&A! This week, Kristine and Johan catch up and answer questions about balancing hormones, determining caloric deficit, eating gluten-free when dining out, the prevalence of hormonal imbalance, finding the right caloric intake, and natural ways to improve testosterone levels. Takeaways: Balancing hormones requires a holistic approach, including adequate sleep, stres...

❄️ It's cold, it's dark, and it's starting to affect your mood and energy levels... In this  episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan talks about Seasonal Affective Disorder, common signs and symptoms to look out for, and how to get through winter without having to go into social hibernation. There are things outside of your control, like the darkness and cold temperatures that come with...

🔑 In this episode of Talking Nutrition, you'll learn about the third of four essential keys to a successful fitness journey and a happy, healthy life. These keys - which also happen to be the four Stoic Virtues - are what drives Odyssey Coaching System's action-based coaching approach. It's the stuff you need to be successful long-term. This third key, Temperance, helps you create...

🔑 In this episode of Talking Nutrition, you'll learn about the second of four essential keys to a successful fitness journey and a happy, healthy life. These keys - which also happen to be the four Stoic Virtues - are what drives Odyssey Coaching System's action-based coaching approach. It's the stuff you need to be successful long-term. The second key, Wisdom, allows you to truly...

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! In this episode, Kristine and Johan discuss their favorite tips and tactics for helping you enjoy your Holidays to the fullest, without unnecessary guilt or stress around food. Through self-monitoring, some movement, eating slowly and mindfully, and a few other tools you'll learn in this episode, you get to both enjoy your day AND keep yourself from overeating. Enjoy yo...

🤰 In this episode of Talking Nutrition, Johan is joined by chiropractor, PT, and fellow nutrition coach, Alexsandra Nordtun to talk about food and fitness during and after pregnancy. Alexsandra first shares her personal fitness journey,  growing up doing Judo at an international level, and how she developed a passion for helping people improve their health. Then, you'll learn about what nutr...