The Fit Parent Podcast with Jeff Dalzell

On today’s episode, we are talking about what success actually looks like. We usually fail on our fitness journey because we have either unrealistic expectations or an unreasonable plan. Success comes when we shift those things. We go into depth on:  The importance of having realistic expectations & a reasonable plan How to define success based on your goals and circumstances How to measure pr...

On today’s episode, I share the many parallels between our fitness journeys and our financial ones. We go into depth on:  The importance of assessing our current status in order to make changes How to have realistic expectations  How to design your rich & fit life Why more isn’t always better Why simple, boring strategies work way better than shortcuts And more Fitness and finances are two top...

On today’s episode, I give my thoughts on the increased popularity and conversation surrounding weight loss medications including Ozempic and other semaglutides/GLP-1s.  We go into depth on:  Why using medication shouldn’t be consider cheating The benefits and potential drawbacks of taking medication Who medication is a good fit for How to use medications successfully Why it’s essential to have th...

On today’s episode, I walk through why New Year’s resolutions are a good thing and how to make them so that they stick and you get the results you want. We go into depth on:  The benefits of New Year’s resolutions How to set process-oriented goals How to set cumulative & realistic goals that allow for life Why setting positive goals works better than negative goals Why taking time to reflect i...

On today’s episode, I walk through the exact step-by-step plan to get lean that I use with my clients. We go into depth on:  The steps we need to take to get lean & the order to do them in How to have realistic plan How to have reasonable expectations Why going slower is the key to sustaining results Why simple is better And more Just in time for the new year, I wanted to put out the simplest...

On today’s episode, I am joined by fellow father and coach, Allan Misner, to talk about fitness over 40.  We go into depth on:  The challenges and joys of staying fit as we age How fitness changes after 40 How neglecting our health now leads to difficult consequences later in life Why fitness is not just about aesthetics; it’s about capability Why being active allows us to participate in our child...

On today’s episode, I am joined by fellow believer, parent, and coach, Christa Baker, for a conversation about the intersection of the Christian faith and fitness.  We go into depth on:  The importance of honoring God with our bodies  How shame & guilt can lead to stigmas and inaction How the church can provide the necessary community for achieving our goals Why faith requires action to see re...

On today’s episode, we discuss a key misunderstanding that many people have when it comes to their nutrition, fitness, and weight loss. It’s based on a conversation that I am constantly having with my 4.5-year-old son: just because you want it, doesn’t mean you get it. We go into depth on:  The balance between indulgence and discipline Why setting boundaries is essential for maintaining peace Why...

On today’s episode, we dive into my main strategy to make weight loss easier without tracking calories. I built my Energy Density Hierarchy off of Dave Ramsay’s Debt Snowball strategy for helping millions of people get out of debt. We go into depth on:  The parallels between debt & weight loss Why both debt & weight loss are more about psychology than math Why doing the “right” thing isn’t...

On today’s episode, we are shifting our perspective about our progress. We discuss the need for self-compassion and the understanding that everyone has bad moments, but these do not define your overall journey. We go into depth on:  The importance of recognizing and celebrating small wins How the comparison game can negatively impact self-esteem and confidence How continuous effort leads to gradua...

In this episode, Jeff and Amy discuss the importance of fitness, particularly for parents, and how it translates into daily life. Jeff shares his personal experience of going for a run for the first time in years, reflecting on the challenges of balancing work, family, and personal health.  We go into depth on:  How fitness translates to day-to-day life. Why the mental health benefits of exercise...

On today’s episode, I am joined by fellow dad, nutrition coach & educator, Dr. Marc Morris, to discuss the intersections of parenting, nutrition, and business. We go into depth on:  How setting realistic expectations is crucial for parenting, nutrition, & business Why small wins are essential for building confidence in both adults and children How the stories we tell ourselves shape our pe...

On today’s episode, we are talking about how our actions & our decisions have consequences - both good & bad. We go into depth on:  The value of having in person relationships  How to identify your personal values How our choices impact more than just us Why you can’t expect to get the “good” without having to deal with the “hard” Why there is always a cost to pursuing success This weekend...

On today’s episode, I share a bit about my personal struggles and "lift the veil" on the lives of fitness professionals. Often, we can look at people who are "ahead" of us and imagine that they have it all together. Today, I want to show how even the best are still messy and figuring it out. This is the most vulnerable I've been on the podcast to date. To get more content like this, follow me on I...

On today’s episode, we are talking about how to embrace opportunity and harness positive momentum during a season of change. We go into depth on:  The importance of embracing the natural shifts in life to recalibrate and set yourself up for success in the long run. How to prioritize and make space for the things that really matter. How to set realistic expectations and reset your goals. Why you ha...

On today’s episode, we are talking about the results of doing a 2-week mini cut and how to navigate the challenges of adherence when life throws wrenches in your plans. We go into depth on:  The importance of replacing the thing you want to stop doing with another positive thing How to adapt to life’s changes and challenges How to embrace “imperfect” efforts Why your fitness and nutrition doesn’t...

On today’s episode, I am joined by friend and weight loss & nutrition coach Sam Forget to talk about how to see real results with your fitness and nutrition plan. We go into depth on:  The importance of consistency and patience The importance of remembering that you aren’t meant to be great at something when you first start it  How to build your toolbox of strategies and tactics to keep yourse...

On today’s episode, we are talking about the hurdles, challenges and realities of parenting. We go into depth on:  The importance of understanding our unique perspective on life as parents How to identify and embrace our superpowers as parents How to navigate the challenges of parenting Why the hard way is usually the right way Why the stakes are that much higher as parents There are times in life...

On today’s episode, we are talking about the different ways our limiting beliefs can affect our health and fitness goals. We go into depth on:  The importance of having the right kind of support during your fitness journey How trauma impacts our ability to make decisions for ourselves in the moment How to overcome limiting beliefs that are holding us back from reaching our full potential How to le...

On today’s episode, we are talking about all aspects of body image and its effect on our fitness and nutrition routines. We go into depth on:  The importance of body image and how it affects our health and fitness How to set realistic standards, goals & expectations for our fitness How to honor our feelings about ourselves while also be honest about where we are Why we can’t use influencer and...

On today’s episode, I am joined by women’s weight loss coach Lauren Melton to talk about simplifying your day to day life to make room for healthy habits. We go into depth on:  The importance of doing the boring, basic things consistently How to reduce decision fatigue and overwhelm How to build a positive self identity How to implement habit stacking to change our daily routines Why we need to ha...

On today’s episode, we are talking about how to zoom out on our progress and celebrate our wins. We go into depth on:  The importance of recognizing wins, no matter how small they may feel How to determine your baseline and raise your floor How to measure relative results vs. objective results Why we can’t put too much stock into the number on the scale Why we have to separate reasons from excuses...

On today’s episode, I am joined by  Alaina Anthon & Tyler Ackerman of Compound Strength and Performance to talk about how to make healthy choices a part of your identity. We go into depth on:  The importance of finding your fitness community How to create a healthy identity to adhere to health and fitness goals How to create trust within yourself to stick with your promises How to overcome the...

On today’s episode, we are talking about how to activate your motivation cycle to drive results. We go into depth on:  How motivation actually works How to set yourself up for positive action How to thrive within your boundaries How we can manufacture motivation by drawing attention to results. It can be hard to feel motivated to take action when you’re feeling like the work you’re doing isn’t dri...

On today’s episode, we are talking about how to set yourself up for success, particularly during the summer, with your fitness & nutrition. We go into depth on: The importance of starting now and not waiting until the fall How to start making small habit changes with big impact How to make decisions that future you will be proud of How to create positive goals without having to restrict yourse...