The Fit Parent Podcast with Jeff Dalzell

In this special episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, we’re trying something brand new: a live, hour-long coaching session with a real listener. I’m joined by Heather as we peel back the curtain on the struggles of balancing fitness with a demanding career and family life. From breaking through weight loss plateaus to identifying the "habit stacks" that actually stick, this episode is a fro...

Big changes are coming to the Fit Parent Podcast. In this episode, Amy shares some exciting personal news that leads into a deep dive on what it actually means to live a “fit life." Jeff explores the evolution of the podcast and why fitness is about so much more than just a workout—it’s about the identity you build and the person you become through the process. Whether you’ve been a long-time...

After a three-week podcast hiatus and a family trip to Disney, the Fit Parent Podcast is back to give a raw update on my 12-week fat loss phase. In this episode, Amy and I tackle the "post-vacation panic" and explain why a week of indulgence doesn't have to ruin your progress. We break down the math of weight fluctuations, the reality of "Disney legs," and how I’m navigatin...

In this "Jeff rant" episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I analyze the hidden toll of overstimulation and why most parents feel like they are constantly failing to keep up. We discuss how to find "moments of silence" in a chaotic world and why your environment is the deciding factor in your success. We break down the difference between being a victim of your circumstances...

If you feel like you’re constantly "running on fumes" and just trying to survive the day, you aren't alone —but you might be fighting the wrong battle. In this episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I talk about why your environment is either your greatest ally or your biggest obstacle when it comes to your health. We discuss the reality of "brain fog," the trap of burn...

In this episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I pull back the curtain on my own 12-week personal fat loss phase. Rather than preaching "perfection," we discuss the practical framework for a successful transformation, which includes managing metrics, navigating the emotional ups and downs of the scale, and the importance of having a plan to stay on track. Whether you are looking to l...

In this episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I break down the hidden relationship between expectations and results. Using everything from frustrating home renovations to the business secrets of the Savannah Bananas, we discuss why a fitness journey is more than just a workout plan. You'll learn how to "Mr. Miyagi" your way into a healthier lifestyle by focusing on small, tactic...

If you’re waiting for the "perfect time" to start your fitness journey, I’ve got some news for you: it’s never coming. In this episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I discuss why "trying harder" is actually the worst strategy you can have and why your environment is the real thing standing between you and the person you said you’d be. We’re getting super tactical about ove...

If your goal this year is just to "lose 20 pounds," you’re probably never going to achieve it. Why’s that? Because most of us set goals based on outcomes we can’t control, and then we wonder why we’re burnt out by February. That’s why in this episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I discuss why our New Year’s resolutions are failing and how to shift focus from the destination to the...

In this final episode of 2025 of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I provide a tactical roadmap for achieving fitness success in the coming year. We discuss the necessity of embracing discomfort and setting realistic expectations when starting or restarting a fitness journey. We break down fitness goals into three main "buckets"—longevity, performance, and aesthetics—and we share a step-by...

On this power-packed episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, Amy and I are cutting the fluff and dropping the 25 biggest lessons from 2025 that have to do with all the major parts of life: faith, family, fitness, and business. This isn't just a list of motivational quotes; it’s a list of global lessons that permeated fitness, nutrition, business, parenting, marriage, friendship, and faith. It's...

Variety is the enemy of progress. In this highly tactical episode of the Fit Parent Podcast, we’re diving into the critical difference between variety and consistency in strength training, laying out why trying a different routine every week is derailing your progress. I challenge the assumption that you need infinite exercises, because in fact, effective strength training is actually boring and r...

If you’re a woman on a fitness journey, this episode is for you. This might feel strange coming from a male coach, but I’m not going to avoid important topics just because I’m a man. I’ve coached hundreds of women, and I can tell you that the silent saboteur for so many is your menstrual cycle. On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I are talking about why the scale can spike 5-8 pound...

If you're sitting there telling yourself, "I'll just wait until January 1st," stop right now. December isn't a four-week hall pass; it's a momentum game. On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I are cutting through the absolute nonsense of why waiting until the New Year is the biggest, most destructive lie that keeps you running in the same cycle year after ye...

If your plan is to gain five pounds by January and 'deal with it' later, you’re already losing. The myth is that Thanksgiving and Christmas wreck our progress, but the truth? It’s the 116 other meals in between where we just give up. On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I grab a cocktail and get super tactical on the math and the two simple, proactive steps you need to take t...

On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I talk about the way that we approach the holiday season from a time, spending, and mindset perspective. How many gifts did you buy last year that are already broken, forgotten, or living at the public library? I’ve got a not-here-anymore kids’ kitchen and a shattered table to prove the novelty wears off in 10 minutes. We all say we want memories,...

If you're constantly sore and exhausted, stop flexing, you're not a machine, you need to be better at recovery. On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I break down recovery into the two simple factors you must master: muscular recovery (that achey, delayed onset muscle soreness) and central nervous system recovery (that total, can't-get-off-the-couch exhaustion). We give yo...

On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I get super actionable on how to set yourself up for success. We all know we need consistency, but what happens when you’re consistent with the wrong thing? You’re just consistently spinning your wheels. So, this episode is about the critical difference between consistency vs. effectiveness and how to translate those big principles into a daily sy...

If you've ever tried your absolute hardest at something, whether it's getting your kid to sleep or hitting a fitness goal, and still failed, you probably blamed yourself. Stop right there. You are not the exception to the rule. You are not doomed to failure. On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I dissect the most vulnerable question every successful person has to answer: When...

On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I discuss how small issues can escalate into larger problems if left unchecked. We've all been there. You let a little thing slide: a small disagreement with your spouse, a workout you skipped, an annoying thought you pushed down, and suddenly, you're sitting in the middle of a five-alarm fire. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, drowning in yo...

In this episode, Amy and I discuss the absolute mental warfare that goes on when life gets messy. We discuss my own total failure to execute a workout I was perfectly set up for and how I let a 7-minute moment of family chaos and emotional avoidance dictate a bad choice. The truth is, trying harder is not a strategy. You have to drop the victim card and finally own your choices. We go deep into a...

On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, I break down my signature coaching program, The Fit Parent Project. This isn't just another episode of the podcast. I break down exactly how I help parents lose weight and get lean so they can be strong, confident, healthy, and free. My program is focused on three core pillars: sustainable nutrition, effective training, and a victorious mindset. Here...

On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I peel back the layers on the whole idea of discipline and show you why it's been weaponized against us. We challenge everything you've ever thought about motivation and show you a new way: one that's built on trust and self-compassion, not on some made-up idea of willpower. We will show you why willpower is not a strategy. It's an...

If you think you're going to achieve all your goals this back-to-school season without a plan, you're setting yourself up for failure. On this episode of the Fit Parent podcast, Amy and I discuss why most of us get it wrong and how to make a lasting change. The start of a new school year is more than just a fresh start for the kids; it's a chance for us to reset our health. So, today,...

On this episode, Amy and I are getting personal about the gap between knowing what we want and actually getting there. We've all been in that place where the goal is clear, but the path feels challenging. So, we decided to revisit the essential "hows": the practical, often messy, day-to-day work of turning aspirations into reality. We discuss how to set reasonable, actionable targets and why your...