The PCC Podcast

Does stepping on the scale in the morning start with intense anxiety and end with a shame spiral for you, too? Well you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. In my latest podcast episode, I explore the emotional and psychological weight women carry when it comes to the number on the scale. I break down how to: ✨ reframe your mindset ✨ understand natural weight fluctuations ✨ see the scale for wh...

Today we have a special bonus episode from the Radiant Revolution Podcast with Kim Schaper. In this episode of Radiant Revolution , Kim and I sat down to unpack what it really means to balance ambition with intuition. We talk about how high-achieving women can lean into structure without burning out. We also dive into the power of routines, the difference between discipline and force, and what it...

If you're wondering whether GLP-1 meds like Ozempic are the next miracle solution or just another overhyped shortcut, you're not alone. In this episode, we cut through the noise to have a nuanced conversation about GLP-1 medications- how they work, who they can help, and where they fall short. Whether you’re a coach, client, or curious consumer, this is the episode you didn’t know you need...

You don’t need less stress - you need a stronger container. Ever feel like you’re doing all the self-care, yet still burned out, anxious, and barely hanging on? In this episode, we get real about the difference between relieving stress and tolerating it. Because the truth is - ice baths and journaling won’t fix what an overpacked schedule and zero boundaries are breaking. ✨ Inside this conversati...

What if the way you think about pain is actually making it worse? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, I sit down with pain and injury specialist Nick Licamelli to unpack how his perspectives on pain, training, and the human body have evolved over the past 4 years. If you’ve ever wondered: 👉 “Why do I still hurt if nothing is ‘technically’ wrong?” 👉 “Should I push through this or pull...

Feeling scatterbrained, overstimulated, and constantly stuck in a state of doomscrolling? It might be time for a dopamine detox 😮‍💨 I recently cut out caffeine, social media, and mindless distractions for a full dopamine reset. The result? More clarity, self-discipline, and a deeper understanding of what was actually draining my energy. Inside this episode: 🧠 What a dopamine detox really is (an...

Still waiting to feel “ready” before you commit to change? In this episode, I’m peeling back the curtain on my own journey navigating hormonal imbalances, a mental health rollercoaster, and the messy middle of self-leadership and personal growth. I share what finally moved the needle for me and is now helping me get unstuck, and sharing WHILE I’m still IN it, not waiting until it’s all the way thr...

Mood swings, stubborn weight, low energy, and weird cravings…😵‍💫 You’re not crazy, and it’s not just “getting older”... it’s your hormones. In this episode, I’m joined by hormone expert Kim Schaper (@kim.schaper) to break down the real reason so many women feel like strangers in their own bodies - and why the hormones insulin, cortisol, and oxytocin hold the key to getting back in balance. 🧬✨...

Constantly bloated, constipated, inflamed, or stuck on the scale? 😩 Even though you’re doing it ALL: ✔️Macros ✔️Workouts ✔️Steps  What if the real issue isn’t your willpower… it’s your gut? In this episode, we unpack why your gut might be the silent saboteur of your fat loss goals - and how to tell if it's holding you back. 🧬 We break down: 🧻 What gut health actually is (no fluff, just fact...

😩 You’re doing everything… but still feel like it’s not enough? If you’ve ever pushed through workouts when you were exhausted, skipped rest days out of guilt, or felt uncomfortable doing “nothing”… this episode is for you. In this raw and relatable convo, the PCC coaches sit down to unpack the “less is more” philosophy - and why it might be the missing link in your fat loss journey, your health,...

🚨 Fat loss does not mean eating less - especially if you’re a stressed-out, high-achieving woman. If you’ve been stuck in the “eat less, move more” cycle and wondering why the scale won’t budge (or why you feel exhausted, bloated, and burnt out)...  …this episode is your wake-up call. 🔔 In this episode, I’m breaking down: 🍽️ Why cutting calories is not the answer to sustainable fat loss🧠 How un...

✨ Is prioritizing your health really “selfish”? Or is it the most powerful leadership decision you’ll ever make? If you’ve ever skipped a workout, canceled a meal prep, or told yourself “I should be grateful,” this episode is for you. 💬We’re unpacking the real reason high-achieving women feel guilt around self-care….…and why it’s silently sabotaging your energy, confidence, and goals.👉 In this...

🚨 Struggling to Lose Weight? It Might Not Be Your Diet… It’s Your STRESS. You’re eating clean, working out, and doing everything right … So why does the scale refuse to budge? 😩 The truth is, chronic stress could be sabotaging your metabolism. Traditional dieting methods - like slashing calories and overtraining - can actually make things worse by putting your body into survival mode. In this ep...

🎧 From Chronic Illness to Coaching: Coach Rachel’s Journey to Empowering Women in Health If you’ve ever felt frustrated by lingering health issues or struggled to trust your own body, this episode is for you. 💡 Today I sat down with PCC’s newest coach, Rachel Rohr (@rohr_28) , who went from battling chronic illness to transforming her health, and now helps other women do the same. We dive into:...

Many of us started our fitness journey when we were in our early teens, and began developing the foundations of our relationship with food, our health, and our bodies then. After over 12 years of healing inside and out, I thought it was timely to write a letter to my past self, and tell her all the things I know now so she can skip the mistakes I made along the way. For my teens and younger audien...

You’ve heard the hype around intermittent fasting (IF) …but is it really the metabolism-boosting, fat-burning miracle it’s claimed to be? Or just another diet trend? In this episode, I sit down with Grant Tinsley (@grant_tinsley_phd), a researcher specializing in time-restricted feeding (TRF) and body composition measurement, to break down: ✅ The real science behind IF & metabolism - what wor...

If you’ve ever followed a diet plan perfectly and still didn’t get results—YOU aren’t the problem. The plan was. 🚨 I see so many high-achieving women stuck in the cycle of “just tell me what to do, and I’ll do it” —but what if the plan itself is the reason you’re stuck? In this episode, I’m breaking down: ✅ The difference between real coaching vs. a generic program ✅ The biggest red flags to wa...

Thinking About Hormone or Gut Testing? 🧪 You’ve seen the words ‘DUTCH TEST’ and ‘GI MAP’ thrown around on social media, everyone seems to be getting lab work done… people raving about how hormone and gut health tests changed their health.📈 But… do you actually know what these labs tell you? Or how to use the results to actually feel better? In this episode, Coach Julia and I break down the most...

You’re doing everything “right” … so why isn’t your body responding? 🚨 Clean eating.🥗 Hours of cardio.🏃‍♀️ Cutting carbs.🥯 Keto.🥩 Myfitnesspal.📱 More discipline. More workouts. And yet… nothing changes. Here’s the truth: if you’re stuck despite doing all the right things, there’s something deeper going on. And it’s NOT just about trying harder.🙅‍♀️ In today’s Coaches Corner, Coach Julia and...

🚨How I identified burnout & stopped living in survival mode You tell yourself you just need more discipline. More willpower. A better routine. But no matter how hard you push, your body just won’t cooperate. Sound familiar?😩 I’ve been there. For years, I thought I just needed to try harder to get leaner, be more successful in business… Until my body started whispering at me… then screaming a...

Curious how stress and hormones impact your weight loss efforts? Tune in for my interview with Dr. Eric Trexler, as we dive into the complexities of metabolic adaptation, exploring how the body responds to energy deficits and weight lossIn this episode, we discuss: the implications of metabolic adaptation for long-term weight maintenance the importance of behavioral approaches the skepticism surro...

In today’s episode, I’m breaking down Western vs. Functional Medicine and why understanding this difference could be the missing piece to finally getting your health back. ✅ Western Medicine: Great for emergencies, but often reactive - focusing on treating disease after it appears, rather than preventing it. ❌ Basic lab work that only detects disease, not dysfunction. ❌ “Normal” lab ranges that...

👉 You wake up bloated and exhausted, no amount of coffee fixes your brain fog. 👉 Your weight fluctuates like crazy, and one “off day” feels like it sets you back weeks. 👉 Your doctor says everything is normal —but you know something is off. Sound familiar? You’re NOT broken.  Your metabolism just needs a different approach… …And that’s exactly what we’re diving into in this episode. 🎙️ 🚨 The 3...

Today we have a special bonus episode from the Why Not Today Podcast with Leslie Kane In this inspiring episode, I chatted with Leslie about: 🌟 Turning personal struggles into a thriving coaching business 🧠 The 6 key dimensions of health for lasting transformation 🏋️‍♀️ Actionable tips to build healthier habits (without restrictive diets!) 💡 Free 5-step guide to sustainable weight loss Whether...

✨ Struggling with sugar cravings that feel impossible to control? ✨ You tell yourself “Just have willpower.” You try eating fruit instead. You swap your favorite treats for “healthier” alternatives. But somehow, you still end up elbow-deep in a bag of cookies, wondering why you can’t stop. Sound familiar? 😩 Here’s the truth: cravings aren’t just about willpower. If you’re constantly battling:...