The Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast

Most of the ways I see other people approaching macros do not work for me. For example: Have you ever found yourself knee-deep in tupperware during a weekend meal prep marathon, only to end up with food that you don't even want by Wednesday? Yeah, me too.. and I hated it.   I needed to figure out how to make macro tracking work for ME! I started learning about macros at the same time I learne...

Do you get stuck wondering why it feels like you never get any closer to making progress or reaching your goals?  Sometimes you even feel like you are working hard but you still quit or get stuck!? Things always happen to cause setbacks in your progress?? There are 4 traits, mindsets, attitudes that I have noticed in myself and my clients over the years that cause this feeling of being stuck. In t...

I'm dishing out some real talk about those New Year's resolutions. You know, those promises we all make to ourselves as the previous year fades away? Well, it's time to check in. Are you still working hard toward your goals? Have you already given up? I am somewhere in between, and if you are too... this episode is for you! I'm sharing my personal insights on why a January slow...

I am answering some common questions about workouts in this episode. How to create a workout routine and schedule.  How and when to incorporate cardio and rest days.  What lifting gear I use. The best equipment to have in your home gym... and more!  I really enjoy getting questions from you and being able to give you my thoughts on these topics! I hope you enjoy this episode!    How to work with m...

This episode covers two important topics: The mindset you need to see success with macros and the correct way to find your calorie/macro goals. If you approach macros from a place of restriction you are doing yourself a disservice. Macros are the way you fuel your body for longevity and true health, it's not a quick fix. I help my clients view macros differently and this episode will help you...

The 75 Hard Challenge - The 75 Day Tactical Guide to Winning the War with Yourself. I get a lot of questions about this program: whether or not I have done it, if I think it's a good program, do I recommend it, etc? So... let's talk about it! In this episode I lay it all out there. As you already know, I believe in a lifestyle change. I do not teach restriction, excessive cardio or short...

This is the first episode of 2024 and it's going to start your year off in a great way! We're talking about the 4 things you need to do to creating a strategy that aligns with your body's needs and your goals so you can feel confident in your journey. The strategy I lay out in this episode is a crucial part to seeing results. 1. Gain the knowledge 2. Make the choice 3. Have a strate...

Let's chat about the current most popular fitness trends I am seeing all over Instagram! I can't get on social media for any amount of time without seeing something claiming to get rid of the "mom pooch" or "snatch your waist" or release trauma in my body. And as you can imagine.... it drives me crazy. These posts and videos are most commonly created to gain views or...

I believe that you do have to understand and track macros to really have success in your health and fitness journey. I don't know if I have ever said that in such a firm way before (since it's not going to match everyone's opinion) but F-it.... it's the truth.  I am going to stand by my opinion here. To have confidence in anything you have to understand it ... your fitness jour...

I know how exhausting, overwhelming and stressful this time of year (...or any time of year if we are being honest) is. Which is exactly why you need to hear this episode!  There is a way to navigate these stressors without letting it completely derail your health and fitness journey or your mental health. This episode revolves around stress in its many forms and its impact on our overall well-bei...

It sounds a bit cheesy to say "macros and workouts changed my life" but, honestly, they did. When I really took the time to look back on my journey from the restrictive and obsessive lifestyle I was living to what I went through to get to the freedom based fitness lifestyle I currently live ... I was shocked at how much different I am now. How different my life is now.  I no longer view...

Are you struggling to reset after indulging in the holiday yumminess? A lof of my clients are too! You are probably feeling disappointed that you ate more than you told yourself you would or you missed more workouts than you planned.  I know it’s easy to fall into the guilt trap, feeling the need to compensate for that extra slice of pie by doubling up on workouts or severely cutting calories.  I...

Are you tired of feeling stress and guilt about enjoying the holidays? Overthinking every party and every meal? Thinking you have messed up and lost all of the progress you made?   I've been there and am truly thankful for the time I have put into my mindset, macros and workouts so that I don't have to think this way anymore. I didn't want this episode to be your basic advice that e...

I remember feeling like fitness was something I would never be able to fit into my life... not long term anyway.  I felt like I was constantly giving up things I loved or rearranging my entire life to meal plan, meal prep and workout. It seemed impossible to do it all. I eventually realized that I needed to do it my way and make it fit into my life, not the other way around. One-size-fit's-al...

Sometimes it's hard to know whether you should hit the gym or hit snooze when you are feeling under the weather. Sickness is something I used to struggle with in my fitness journey and since I have been sick for going on 7 days ... I decided to get real in this episode about how I have navigated these last few days to hopefully give you permission to navigate in a similar way when you are sic...

Have you ever felt stuck in your fitness journey? Wondering why you're not seeing results despite all your hard work? Feel like you should be seeing changes faster than you are? Well... in this episode I am going to change the way you think about plateaus! Instead of seeing them as a frustrating roadblock, I am here to help you embrace them as an essential part of your progress. Remember, con...

I know it's frustrating not to know the exact steps to take when starting a fitness program. Do you start with nutrition? Do you start with workouts? Do you jump in and do it all at the same time? In this episode I talk about exactly what I would do if I had to start my journey all over again! I remember the feeling of having no idea where to start. I also remember trying to do it all at once...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of jumping back into routine after a trip or vacation? You're not alone. In this episode I chat about my reality of juggling responsibilities while attending my best friend's out of town wedding and my own struggles of getting back on track with my routine.  I'll share the real struggles of managing a family, a job, and other commitments...

Are you struggling to find a balance between staying consistent with your fitness routine while also understanding and listening to your body's needs? You're not alone! I talk about the importance of consistency...I also talk about being able to listen to and honor what your body is telling you. But what if they seem contradicting? How do we do both? I know how hard it can be to find a b...

It's time to talk about the reality of our fitness journeys.  Have you ever found yourself feeling lost in the comparison and self-doubt... feeling like you should have lost more weight or that you should be further along than you are? The key is to separate yourself from the outcome and instead be sure to focus on the daily habits. I am talking to you as your coach in this episode, chatting...

I know protein is not a topic most people get excited about.... but I do. This episode is all about the importance of consuming enough protein and I think you will have a new outlook on the topic after listening to this episode. Getting enough protein in your diet can be a struggle. I want to help you make it simple and even more than that I want to let you know WHY protein is so important. Protei...

Do you ever get caught wondering if your fitness journey will ever feel like a lifestyle? What would that look like for you?  Will it ever feel easy to hit your protein goal? Will working out ever become a habit? I know my clients struggle with this and I thought you might too. I have been on my fitness journey for almost 15 years and if I am good at one thing... it's making fitness a lifesty...

I am sure you have heard of calorie and carb cycling and have probably wondered if it is beneficial for your health and/or weight loss journey. In this episode I will be explaining my honest thoughts on both topics. The truth is these methods might not be the best approach for you if your goal is to look good, feel good, and enjoy food freedom. I view carb and calorie cycling as something that is...

What if the only thing holding you back from achieving your fitness goals was your mindset and the fact that you keep giving up? Would you be willing to change that? Here are some questions to ask yourself: Do you rely on motivation to keep you going? Do you want to quit when the results don't come fast enough? Do you struggle to stay consistent? Do you show up even when you don't want t...

Progressive overload is a pretty popular term in the online space these days and I want to give you my thoughts about it. Instead of it being another thing you have to try to navigate, I would like to help you understand what it means and whether or not it is something that you need to implement into your workouts.  I do not recommend progressive overload be a focus for everyone in a workout progr...