The Fasting Focused Lifestyle

Yes, I said it! Don't do keto!  This week's episode may ruffle the feathers of some folks, but this week I discuss why I never advocate for doing keto and have NEVER done a ketogenic protocol on my fasting journey, and neither should you! *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com   REFERENC...

Do you find yourself always in a rush and not in the present moment on your weight loss endeavors? Are you hyper-fixated on what's coming next, or what has already happened? This week's episode discusses the importance of slowing down and truly being present along your fasting journey and how bringing your attention to every present moment can allow you to truly savor the journey, to make lasting,...

Are you familiar with Blue Zones ? If so, are you also familiar with how the existence of these zones directly correlates with living a fasting-focused lifestyle? This week's episode discusses the awesome, relevant, and real correlations between how living a fasting-focused lifestyle are VERY similar to how folks live in the blue zones of the world, and you can do it too! *I believe in you, even i...

AUTOPHAGY! Yes, we are talking about this topic again! This week's episode covers some additional and amazing benefits of accessing autophagy through intermittent fasting, as much, and as often as possible, and why you will realize it's so much more powerful than you may realize! *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out:...

As a listener to The Fasting Focused Lifestyle, you may have thought or wondered exactly what I mean by this.  In this week's episode, I discuss what a fasting-focused lifestyle means to me, and talk about the impacts that this can have on so many more aspects of your life, in addition to your body weight. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I...

Yes, I fasted, with no food, for eleven days. In this week's episode, I discuss why I did it, even at my current weight, and why you may want to consider integrating extended fasts into your routine. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

This week's episode could be slightly controversial to social norms, but you will understand why I do not advocate for strenuous workout regimens on your fasting journey. Listen in for what you can do instead. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

In this week's episode, we talk about one of the most asked topics, loose skin after weight loss. While this is a hot topic I have covered previously, (Check out the episode on AUTOPHAGY) there are still many points worth discussing again, especially in relation to your thoughts and beliefs on this healing process. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your j...

This week's episode is a deep one. We will be discussing those uncomfortable components of what may be holding you back from reaching your goals in health and wellness, and what you can do about them. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com *LINK MENTIONED: https://www.thetappingsolution....

30 Episodes?! Can you believe it? :) This week I address some common concerns I receive from folks regarding implementing fasting into their lives. Also, I want to thank you all for listening and being a part of this growing community of like-minded folks.  Big hugs to you! -VS *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: T...

I'm back :) Yes, it's been a few weeks since my last episode, but coincidentally, this week's episode discusses why it's okay to (and you definitely should) take breaks. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

PLATEAUS! Do you loathe the word or association?  This week's episode covers why I think we need to start to LOVE plateaus and I will explain why. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

In this week's episode, I open up my books and notes from my studies and share with you a research assignment I am quite proud of. I took a course this past spring semester, Complementary Healthcare, and was able to choose a topic to research and discuss within the field of complementary and alternative medicine. I am certain you can imagine my excitement when I discovered I could research and dis...

Yes, YOU! This week's episode is like a warm motivational hug for your ears :) I go over why I KNOW you can do this! I am so confident in you, your ability, and your persistent effort on your journey with fasting as a lifestyle tool. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

This week we talk about the importance of taking pictures on your journey and how this can become an integral part of not just your ability to reach your goals, but to also successfully remain in maintenance for the rest of your life. *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistance or support on your journey, I am here, please reach out: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

Y'all, I am still reeling from my experience in Greece, and this week I wanted to share a few little tidbits of that experience, how it influenced me, and how you can use what I learned, to positively influence your overall mindset, fasting journey, and your life.   If you need supportive coaching, I can help: https://TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

*Apologies for the audio quality* This week's episode comes from the lovely Greek island of Ikaria.  I am currently studying abroad with Arizona State University Online and am participating in the immersive travel experience by studying the blue zones in relation to health, wellness, stress management, and overall longevity of life. How does this relate to fasting? Listen in for more details! *I b...

Do you believe in yourself on this journey, or do you find yourself in a cycle of doubt? Do you know how to hold yourself accountable or do you feel like you have no idea where you're going, or what you're doing?  Take heart, friend, I've been there too. This weeks episode discusses why personal integrity truly matters on your journey.  *I believe in you, even if you don't* >>If you need assistanc...

Whether you are completely new to fasting, or have attempted fasting before, I feel that your approach should be as simplified as possible. Seems contradictory to what "diet culture" has told us over and over, but it's true! This week's episode I discuss why and how your approach to a fasting lifestyle should always be as simplified as possible. The simpler we keep our approach to this totally tra...

Can you believe we made it to episode 20? This has been an incredible journey so far, and I am SO thankful for you all for being a part of this journey. This week's episode is all about reflecting on my journey so far, from the past to the present and where I foresee things to go in my future with this lifestyle and being an advocate for this lifestyle for others. Its been incredible so far, yet I...

Ever doubted yourself or your efforts? If you were like me, chances are, you were or are there too.  This weeks episode addresses concerns I've heard from others where they may have thought or felt why fasting won't work for them. If this is you, know you're not broken, stuck, or unable to do this. Listen in, and I'll discuss all this and more. >>If you are in need of supportive coaching, virtual...

If you were like me, (and many other people around the world) you have tried MANY different weight loss or "diet" methods in the past with no long-term success.  **Explicit warning, or "appropriate swearing warning, as I like to call it** :) This reason, and MANY other reasons, I feel, are why "Diet Culture," in general, SUCKS!  This weeks episode I talk about where conventional diet culture falls...

Are you like many other folks who dread the potential loose skin results after weight loss? Did you know your body is able to "consume," tighten and firm up skin through a beautiful, natural process through fasting, called #Autophagy? This week's episode talks all about this natural, fasting-activating healing method called autophagy. While results will vary from person to person, you too can achi...

This week's episode I open my "secret handbook" of tips, tricks and some epic wisdom that I learned and integrated along my journey.  Throughout my journey, I had little nuggets of wisdom I discovered, things I did, habits I practiced along the way. This episode talks about my favorite and most meaningful takeaways to really make the most of your fasting journey. ** I believe in you, even if you d...

Like most other health & weight-loss methods out there, fasting may seem easy to start at first, but how important is it to be consistent? Consistency is EVERYTHING with fasting! In this week's episode, I discuss WHY keeping consistent efforts in your journey can make the difference in meeting your long-term goals, and how I managed to stay consistent on my journey, even to this day in maintenance...