The Fit Fig Podcast

When is the last time you had an intelligent conversation with someone with an opposing viewpoint on a controversial topic?  It's not easy to maintain a level of composure when our beliefs are challenged. It's even more difficult to open ourselves to learning from others when we always have our guard up. This constant defensiveness erodes our humanity.  I have spent the past year and a h...

This is part three of my Q&A podcast series where I answer your questions. In this episode I discuss how to address and fix pelvic tilt issues, carb cycling diets, how to not give up your identity to a particular role in life, what separates the most successful clients from those who don't make progress, and what supplements I recommend. Thank you for listening!  Instagram: https://www.in...

This is part two of the Q&A episode series where I answer your questions. In this episode I discuss things I've overcome in my own fitness journey, what I feel my strengths are, my philosophy around fear, my mindset around money, the importance of setting big goals to incentivize you to work hard everyday, and more. Thank you for listening!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook:...

In this Q&A episode I answer your questions around goals, motivation, why I travel, what one thing I want my clients to learn from me, and where I see my business in five years. This is part one of a possible three part series of episodes. Enjoy!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

I love home gyms and feel everyone should have one. Here are my tips for what I think everyone should start with to get the best results possible.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

I just completed phase 3 of the Live Hard program yesterday and I wanted to share my experience. This was my favorite of all the phases, and I hope it inspires you to challenge yourself in some way. Please note: I use more profanity than usual in this episode. It's probably not suitable for children.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

If you have big goals, a shift in identity may be in order. How you speak to yourself matters. Your excuses matter. Who do you want to be? Get your journal ready and jot some ideas down.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Just a quick check in!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Before investing in a personal trainer, make sure you interview them. It's important to ask good questions so you find someone you can build rapport with, and ultimately learn from. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Summer is here and it's easy to bid farewell to the healthy habits you worked so hard to cultivate over the winter. Here are five tips to help you stay on track with your fitness goals this summer!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Ready for a 30 day Challenge? If you frequently make excuses that you can't afford to get in shape because it's too expensive to join a gym, hire a trainer and eat healthy food, this episode is for you. Let me know how it goes, I'd love to hear from you.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

In this episode I discuss lifestyle design. How do you want to feel everyday? How would you like to spend your time? Do you want to travel? Live debt free? You must first get clear about what is most important to you, and then discipline yourself to track progress and pay attention to your life. My approach is to design my life how I want it based on my values and goals, and build my business to s...

Breaking the year into quarters to make the goal setting process easier has been my focus in 2021. I further break things down into monthly, weekly and daily goals. How do you approach this process? I've got some new book recommendations, a rant or two, and thoughts on living in alignment with your values.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfit...

We often talk about the benefits of taking a deload week in the gym where we reduce our volume and intensity of our workouts in an effort to recover and 're-sensitize' ourselves to the benefits of training when we return to the gym. What about doing the same thing in our regular life? Removing yourself from your normal routine for a week or so can help reinvigorate you to come back more...

There are a variety of reasons you may not be getting results with your training and nutrition plan. Check yourself. Are you doing one or all of these things?  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

The people closest to us have the power to influence our decision making. They can lift us up with encouragement,  and support us through our most challenging moments. The opposite is also true.  An unsupportive spouse or family member can derail progress and play a role in failure if we don't communicate well and listen carefully to one another's needs. Is your spouse supportive of your...

What does it take to be coachable and get the most out of working with a fitness coach or personal trainer? After 16 years in the fitness industry, I've gotten pretty good at predicting how successful a client will be with their fitness goals based on the following: whether or not they have clear goals and values, if they consistently ask questions, if they're willing to hold me accounta...

Do you consider what you get in return for the time you invest in the books you read, the media you consume and the conversations you're having? How much value do these activities contribute to your life? If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, and otherwise feeling hopeless right now, take a closer look at where you are putting your energy and what, if anything, you're getting...

In this episode I discuss the ways I categorize self-care. We could all do better to implement habits that leave us feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world. We could also be better about setting boundaries, saying "no" more often and keeping toxic people away. What are some of your favorite self-care activities?  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebo...

After a a bit of a hiatus over the holidays, I'm back! I've got a few things to share about how I set goals, what I loved about 2020, and what I'm focusing on now.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

I completed the 75 HARD Challenge on Dec. 3rd, 2020. This is my experience.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

In this episode Lela and I discuss our individual fitness journeys and how they have evolved over the years, including mistakes we've made and lessons we've learned along the way.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/figarellesfitness

Meditation has the power to reconnect you to your breath, your life force, and it has the ability to help you stay grounded and clear about what's most important to you. In a world filled with toxic distractions, it's imperative that you maintain control of your mind if you're going to be a happy, healthy and productive member of society. Especially  now as we experience rapid chang...

The quickest way to stall a dream is to worry so much about what other people think of you that you never take the first step. Or even if you do, you allow other people's opinions to dictate your beliefs and ultimately your actions. If you do this too often, you'll never get where you want to go. Having a mentor and taking their advice is great- listen to those who are doing what you wan...

In this episode I share my story and my struggles with body image issues, and how I worked through them. It was by no means an easy road, and there are no simple solutions for anyone. Fitness and bodybuilding helped me realize that if I wanted my body to change, it was up to me to discipline myself in the gym and with my diet. A physical transformation is simultaneously an emotional transformation...