The Thick Thighs Save Lives Podcast

You know there are many ways to measure your fitness gains. We don’t recommend measuring with a scale, but that may be one way that people do measure their fitness goals. You can also measure in terms of what your body can do, which is a measurement that we do recommend. But what about gains that are more difficult – or impossible – to measure and quantify, like your mood, your perception of yours...

As the 800-gram challenge comes to a close, we wanted to spend some time exploring some of the highlights of the challenge from our group. Whether you’ve been doing the 800-gram challenge for years or this is your first time, there’s always something new that you can learn from completing the challenge along with a community that shares their recipes, food hacks, and innovations. Listen to today’s...

Appearing in an ad on the internet can be an ordeal, because you’ll always get comments from people who don’t like the way you look for one reason or another. In today’s episode, Rachael and Kelsea talk about body positivity, why showing people with different body types in ads matters, and how some people will use health concerns as an excuse to body shame. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: Usi...

It’s bad enough when external factors get in the way of the things that you want to accomplish. However, what’s even worse is when you realize that it isn’t something outside of you that’s holding you back – it’s you. Why do we self-sabotage? How do we know when we’re self-sabotaging? And what can we do to overcome self-sabotaging behaviors? In today’s episode, we’ll explore the answers to those q...

For most people in our society, alcohol is regularly encountered in all sorts of social situations. The global pandemic has limited social interaction but hasn’t necessarily slowed alcohol consumption. On the contrary, many people may be finding themselves drinking more due to stress. But how does alcohol affect your body, your health and your fitness goals? In today’s episode, we explore the effe...

We’ve all heard about the importance of a healthy breakfast to start the day – yet many people skip breakfast on a regular basis, and others choose breakfast foods that are basically just sugar bombs. In today’s episode, we’ll talk about why a healthy breakfast really does matter, how it can help you through the rest of your day, and how to choose healthy breakfasts that work for you and your life...

No one is immune from the occasional embarrassing moment, even in the gym. In fact, embarrassing gym moments are probably to be expected, especially when you’re doing something that’s new to you. It’s important to remember that you’re not alone and that the best way to move on from these embarrassing moments is usually just to share a laugh at yourself and the situation with somebody. In today’s e...

In this week's episode Rachael and Kelsea discuss how it truly isn't possible to do it all and how that's okay. Comparison is the thief of joy. Our nutrition challenge begins Sept 1st! Head over to our FB group to join in with the rest of our community. RELATED LINKS Our Fitness FB Group .  Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs    Constantly Varied Gear's Workout Leggings  ...

Accountability is a popular buzzword in the health and fitness space. But what does it really mean? Do you really need to recruit – or even pay – other people to hold you accountable? In today’s episode, we’re going to offer a different perspective on the topic of accountability in fitness and how to use it in your favor. Our free Nutrition Challenge begins September 1st. Txt the word CVG800 to 29...

As TTSL enters its new training cycle, we’re bringing you an episode about a very important aspect of general fitness: barbell work. Listen to today’s episode to learn more about the barbell and Olympic lifting. We’ll be discussing how even beginners can work with a barbell, why barbell work is essential to your training and overall fitness, and how barbell training translates to your everyday lif...

When you’re working out and you’re starting to get hot, do you take your shirt off? If not, why not? In today’s episode, Rachael and Kelsea talk about what it means to be free to do the things you want to do, including taking off your shirt during a workout. Listen in to hear what they have to say about what it feels like to think and plan for the first time you work out without a shirt, what it f...

Are “judgment-free” gyms really free of judgment? Are women’s-only areas necessary? And what’s the deal with toning? These are some of the questions addressed in today’s episode, as Rachael and Kelsea take a question from the community about toning certain areas after a weight loss and discuss the story of a woman who was kicked out of a Planet Fitness over a pair of shorts. Topics Discussed in To...

Are “cheat meals” a good idea or not? In today’s episode, we’ll discuss the idea of cheat meals, the language that we use when we talk about food, and the effects of surplus culture, diet culture, and terminology on the way we think about food, nutrition, our bodies, and our health. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: The effects of surplus culture on food attitudes How your mindset is affected b...

In today’s episode, we’ll talk about the things that you should know about fitness programming. Listen in to learn about how programming fits into the big picture, why you shouldn’t program your own workouts, and what you need to know about training cycles. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: Common questions about programming How programming fits into the bigger picture Taking previous programmi...

Are you a person of action? Would you like to be? What does it mean to be a person of action, anyway? In today’s episode, Rachael and Kelsea discuss what it takes to be a person of action: what kind of mindset you need, how to think about improving yourself, and the strategies you need to start taking action. Listen in to hear more about what you can do right now to become a person of action. Topi...

It's CVG's Birthday and we're celebrating...hard! We have more new releases than ever before along with a few special surprises. Listen in as Rachael and Kelsea give you all the good info that you need to know. They even rattle off some of the 19 retired leggings that will become available in CVG's Randomly Retired Leggings listing. Related Links CVG's Birthday Our Fitness FB Group .  &n...

How can you maximize muscle growth, protect your joints and ligaments, and correct imbalances in your body? In today’s episode, Rachael and Kelsea discuss accessory work: what it is, how to do it, and why you need it. They also explain where accessory work fits into your workout routine and share some of their favorite accessory movements and how to do them. Listen in to hear this in-depth convers...

How does your nutrition affect your hormonal cycle? What should you be eating to support your hormonal cycle, and are there any foods you should be avoiding? Today, Dr. Beth Westie returns to the podcast to discuss these and other important questions about feeding and caring for the female body. Listen in to hear what Dr. Westie has to say about eating to optimize the stages of your cycle, how the...

In this week's episode Rachael and Kelsea switch it up a bit. Listen in as they discuss all the things going on behind the scenes at Constantly Varied Gear. Including our humble beginning, making a move into our new warehouse, and selling out of new releases in a few minutes. RELATED LINKS Our  Fitness FB Group .   Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs     Constant...

On today’s episode of the Thick Thighs Save Lives Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Todd Dersham, an Active Life Coach and chiropractor who’s here to talk about getting your body to move at its best. Listen in to hear what the Dr. Todd has to say about finding the right chiropractor or PT for you, how movement can be used as therapy or a form of expression, and how to diagnose and address imbalances. T...

Depending on where you live, you may be starting to notice businesses opening back up. In some areas, your local gyms may even be starting to come back. Are you ready to go back to the gym? And if you are, what is that experience going to be like? How will your body handle a gym workout after weeks of being cooped up at home, perhaps with limited access to exercise equipment? In today’s episode, w...

What do you know about working sets? What’s the difference between a warm-up set and a working set? How long are you supposed to rest in between sets? These are some of the questions that we’re going to answer in today’s episode. Listen in to hear more practical workout advice like working sets, the need for both physical and mental rest, and when you should know that it’s time to move on. Topics...

In this week's episode Rachael and Kelsea bring on special guest Chelsea Mancini to discuss how to heal your body and achieve optimal health naturally. Listen in as they discuss food, supplements, hormones, functional medicine and more. If you loved this episode please leave us a review on iTunes. This is the best way to let us know what type of episodes we should make more of for you! RELATED LIN...

New moms know how difficult it can be to prioritize themselves and their own health when they have a child. And it doesn’t get much easier as the kids get older. Today’s guest, Sarah Grace, joins the podcast to talk about the intersection of fitness and being a mom. Listen in to hear what Sarah has to say about the changes in workouts while pregnant and once children are born, how to achieve both...

Today’s episode is about issues with aesthetic goals. It’s easy to equate aesthetic goals with physical fitness goals, but they’re not the same thing. Listen in to hear Rachel and Kelsea talk about why it may be harmful to get caught up in aesthetic goals instead of spending your time on more important matters. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: Engaging in role model behavior Reasons for discus...