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In a world that glorifies hustle, productivity, and doing more, many moms live in a constant state of go-mode — feeling wired, rushed, and disconnected from themselves without realizing why. In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we break down the science of slowing down without losing your drive. You’ll learn how to rewire your mornings to lower cortisol, protect your energy, and feel more g...

Are you an athlete mom navigating aches, pain, or the long-term impact of pregnancy and postpartum — and unsure how to train without making things worse? You’re not broken. You just need the right framework. In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, I break down the Four Pain Rules — a science-backed system designed to help athlete moms train smarter, recover more effectively, and rebuild confid...

Most people think creatine is just for men in the gym — but research shows it’s a game-changer for women, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and athlete moms. In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, I break down exactly how creatine works to fuel your brain and body, why women may benefit even more than men, and what new science says about using creatine during pregnancy and postpartum. Here’s wh...

Are you stuck in the cycle of doing more, burning out, and never getting the results you want? In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project Podcast, I break down the powerful Be→Do→Have framework—a mindset shift that helps athlete moms finally escape the shame spiral of failed diets, rigid routines, and overtraining. Instead of asking “What do I need to do?” this framework flips the script and teach...

Are your words keeping you stuck? Are the small compromises you’ve made with your body quietly stealing your freedom? And did you know your breath — specifically your tolerance to carbon dioxide (CO₂) — is one of the strongest indicators of long-term health, resilience, and lifespan? In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we break down how VO₂max, CO₂ capacity, breathwork, and mindset work to...

Are you an athlete mom pushing harder but feeling more burned out? In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project Podcast, we break down the science of the pyramid of performance—a step-by-step framework that explains why so many women struggle with high heart rates, poor sleep, constant soreness, and stalled progress. We’ll cover: Why recovery and energy balance form the true foundation of performanc...

If you’ve been told your pain is “normal,” that you should just “stop squatting,” or that it’s all part of “mom life” or “getting older,” this episode is going to challenge everything you’ve been told. In today’s episode of The Athlete Mom Project, I’m sharing why the traditional medical system fails so many of us — especially moms and athletes — when it comes to pain, movement, and performance. D...

In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Lagasse, Colorado adventure mom and founder of Raise Wild, the brand for bold, durable outdoor gear for wild little ones.  From camping to biking to hiking and skiing, she’s a go getter who has a mission and is committed to the process. Kelly shares her raw and refreshing journey through motherhood, mental health, and entrepreneurship and everything in betwee...

In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we talk about the quiet tension many women carry — loving their life and still wanting more. So many moms feel pressure to constantly “fix” themselves or rush toward the next version of who they should be. Others feel guilty for wanting growth at all, especially when their life looks good on paper. This episode explores how to hold space for gratitude an...

Functional training” has become a buzzword in fitness—but do you actually know what it means? . . In this episode, we break down what true functional training is (hint: it’s not about doing squats on a BOSU ball). I’ll walk you through what it looks like for endurance athletes, why lifting heavy is essential for long-term performance, and how your training should reflect the life you want to live—...

Ever feel like your body is constantly betraying you — with pain, tightness, or recurring injuries — no matter how hard you train or how careful you are? In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we break down what pain is actually trying to tell you and how to move toward pain-free performance using the framework of load vs. capacity — a concept that completely changes how you understand pain,...

Strong at Any Age with Steph Gaudreau: Shattering Strength Myths for Women 40+ . Instagram: Steph Gaudreau Fuel Your Strength Podcast . In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, I sit down with Steph Gaudreau—strength coach, educator, and host of the Fuel Your Strength podcast—to unpack what it really means to be an athletic woman over 40. We talk about the myths that keep women stuck in fear-ba...

In this special episode of The Athlete Mom Project, I sit down with Bri and Kait—co-founders of the wildly popular Colorado Hiking Moms group.   Colorado Hiking Moms Instagram Colorado Hiking Moms Facebook Connect with Bri here - @brioutdoors_ Connect with Kait here - @thechristmasfam   What started as a simple idea between 2 new moms to connect on trail to help navigate postpartum together, has g...

Fat loss advice on the internet is a mess — and most of it is keeping people stuck, frustrated, and chasing results that never last. In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we break down the overhyped fat loss hacks that sound good on social media but quietly sabotage long-term progress. From eating less and doing more to relying on extreme deficits, this conversation explains why these approa...

In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, I’m joined by Alex Nye to break down the science behind “movement is medicine” — and how to apply it in your daily life to improve energy, resilience, and overall well-being. This conversation bridges science and lived experience, exploring how movement impacts the nervous system, stress response, recovery, and long-term health. We talk about why movemen...

In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we talk about the comparison trap on social media — and how constant exposure is quietly stealing joy from moms’ everyday lives. Social media has a way of making it feel like everyone else is doing more, being more, and handling motherhood better. This episode explores how comparison takes root, why it hits moms so hard, and how scrolling can slowly disc...

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In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we talk about how to turn pressure into power — and how to navigate the intense emotions that come with competition. Using my recent BJJ competition as a real-life example, this episode breaks down what actually happens emotionally when pressure is high, stakes feel real, and performance matters. From nerves and self-doubt to adrenaline and fear of failu...

In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we talk about pivoting — and why changing direction doesn’t mean you failed, quit, or lacked discipline. Many driven women stay stuck in paths that no longer fit because they’ve already committed. They keep pushing out of obligation, guilt, or fear of what it means to change their mind. This episode challenges that mindset and reframes pivoting as a sign...

In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we break down performance vs fat loss — and how to know which one you should focus on right now. Many active women feel torn between wanting to improve performance and wanting to lose body fat. This episode explains why trying to pursue both at the same time often leads to frustration, stalled progress, and burnout — and how identifying your current seas...

In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we talk about the mental calorie deficit — and why it can feel like you’re “dieting forever” without seeing physical results. Many women find themselves stuck in a frustrating middle ground: not fully committed to a calorie deficit, but constantly thinking about food, restriction, and control. The result? Your mind is in a deficit, even when your body is...

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In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we talk about radical responsibility — what it really means, why it’s uncomfortable, and why it’s the fastest path to real change. This is a direct conversation about owning your choices, releasing victim mentality, and recognizing that no one is coming to save you — not because you’re alone, but because you are more capable than you’ve been taught to be...

In this episode of The Athlete Mom Project, we talk about how to stay on track while on vacation — without turning your trip into a rigid plan or feeling like you have to “start over” when you get home. Vacations often bring up stress around fitness, nutrition, and routines. This episode breaks down what staying on track actually means, why all-or-nothing thinking makes vacations harder, and how t...