The Wellness Diaries

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I talk with Danielle Kepics, a physician assistant, fertility educator, and master's level therapist, about her holistic health business, Empowered Mind and Body. We explore the effects of birth control on women's health, the difficulties women encounter when discontinuing birth control, and the importance of considering emotional wellness in conjun...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries, I discuss the commonalities of homework and fitness/nutrition. Ever wanted to not do your homework, but you did it anyway? You'll have to tune in to hear the context ;)  Enjoy the episode!   JOIN OUR FB COMMUNITY : https://www.facebook.com/groups/821409229816960   FREEBIES & SPECIAL OFFERS No Brainer Fat Loss Checklist: https://ahubnutrition.myflodesk.com/f...

In this podcast episode, Ashleigh hosts Mike Doehla, the former owner of StrongerU, to discuss various aspects of nutrition and fitness coaching. They dive into the challenges of addressing alcohol consumption, the impact of social media on nutrition advice, and the importance of evidence-based approaches. Mike shares his journey from starting a CrossFit gym to online nutrition coaching, emphasizi...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I discuss my shift in fitness goals. Previously focused on competitive sports, I had to reevaluate my goals due to health concerns and a growing business. After a period of less rigorous attention to a specific fitness goal, I am now aiming to rebuild muscle mass through a combination of hypertrophy workouts + my normal CrossFit workouts. I am track...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries podcast, I explore the nuances of moderation and the 80/20 rule in diet and lifestyle. I discuss how personal interpretations of moderation can lead to dietary confusion and the importance of understanding individual calorie and nutrient needs. I emphasize the variability of what "eating pretty healthy" means to different people and advocates for a personali...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries, Ashleigh and her client Sam share valuable wisdom about strengthening self-efficacy through nutrition choices, enhancing the enjoyment of healthy foods, maintaining flexibility amid various life challenges and implementing mindful reflections to anticipate future growth. Ashleigh shares her coaching philosophy and discusses how the power of self-belief and...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I talk with Allie Hall, a pediatric nurse and money management specialist. We dive into the importance of financial literacy and aligning spending with personal values. Allie shares her journey of overcoming debt by learning from financial experts and adopting mindful spending habits. Our discussion also covers strategies to resist impulse spending,...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries podcast, I talk with my client Sam. We cover Sam's travel challenges, her meal tracking, and eating habits. We get an update on how Sam's fitness journey is going, how much progress she's made in the last month or so, and how she navigated tracking while traveling. We explore the importance of being mindful of food choices and the role of tracking as an awar...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries podcast, host Ashleigh Hubbard tackles the complexities of obesity, addressing the role of environmental, social, and personal factors. She introduces the concept of food noise, the pervasive thoughts about food that hinder healthy behaviors, and discusses the use of the drug Ozempic for weight loss. Ashleigh calls for compassion and an individualized approa...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, my client Sam and I dive into the intricacies of nutrition and fitness goal setting. I outline my onboarding process, focusing on food tracking and setting macro targets, while Sam shares her personal experiences and challenges, such as meal prepping and tracking while traveling. We discuss the importance of aligning fitness goals with personal valu...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries podcast, I have the awesome opportunity of chatting with Maxx Chewning, a Youtuber and entrepreneur. Maxx shares his journey from a carefree college life to creating a successful YouTube channel and launching his own apparel brand, Ever Forward. He discusses the importance of authenticity and social skills, which played a significant role in his career. We a...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, host Ashleigh Hubbard interviews her client Janna, who shares her personal struggle with crash dieting and her complex relationship with food. Janna discusses her weight management journey, the shame she felt about her body, and the mental challenges she faced in overcoming diet culture. They dive into the significance of tracking macros, the learni...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries podcast, I tackle the myth that metabolism significantly slows down with age. Lifestyle factors, such as decreased activity and poor dietary habits, are more influential in weight gain than aging itself.  If you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend! :)   TIME STAMPS Metabolism and Aging (00:00:00) Discussion about the common belief of metabolism slowing...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries podcast, I'm talking with Alex Cottingham, CEO of Holo Health, about the holistic approach to health. We explore the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual well-being, and how external activities like gym workouts often fail to address deeper issues. Alex discusses the pitfalls of finding identity in achievements and the...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I talk with Karin Nordin, an expert in mindset and behavior change. Karin shares her journey from a negative relationship with self-help during her youth to pursuing a PhD focused on health communication behavior change. She reveals her pivot from academia to starting a coaching business after an enlightening experience with growth mindset research....

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, yours truly, Ashleigh Hubbard, challenges the emphasis on body fat percentage in health and fitness. I explains the stress and overthinking that can stem from obsessing over such metrics, citing their variability and the inaccuracies of measurement methods. I talk about focusing on biofeedback markers like sleep, energy, and mood, which better refle...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I talk with Jamie Sulc, owner of the SuperFit Games and former gym coach and trainer. We explore Jamie's background in fitness, his transition from politics to the fitness industry, and the development of the SuperFit Games. Jamie discusses the growth of the competitions, the changes in the CrossFit industry, and the challenges of organizing events....

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries, I share strategies for weight loss without calorie or macro tracking. Not everyone loves the idea of tracking food, BUT it's still important to have intention and awareness behind what we're eating, and you'll find that in this episode. If you enjoy the episode, leave a rating and review, and share it with a friend that would find it beneficial!   TIME STAM...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I'm talking with Klaire Maranto, owner of Klaire's Kitchen, a meal prep company in Virginia. We explore Klaire's healthy upbringing, her unexpected entry into the meal prep business following a car accident, and the growth of her business, including the challenges of running it. We go into the importance of simplicity and flavor in healthy eating, m...

In this podcast episode, I talk with Dr. Sean Pastuch discuss overcoming pain and promoting wellness through movement. Dr. Pastuch, founder of Active Life, shares his journey from clinician to coach, focusing on helping people stay active despite pain. We chat about the challenges in the health industry, emphasizing the need for personal responsibility and a supportive fitness community. Our conve...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries, I am discussing some ways to manage your physical/emotional/mental hunger in a calorie deficit. If you enjoy the episode, leave a rating, review, and share it with someone that might find it helpful!   FREEBIES & SPECIAL OFFERS Holiday Nutrition Freebie:  https://ahubnutrition.myflodesk.com/holidayfreebie Special 1:1 Coaching Offer for podcast listeners onl...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I talk with Carly Fleischer, a former financial consultant turned fitness coach and owner of Moxie Barbell. We dive into Carly's transition to fitness coaching, the importance of setting realistic goals aligned with personal values, and the power of intrinsic motivation. We discuss strategies for overcoming common obstacles in habit formation, such...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries, I talk about several ways to make your meal prep suck less. Most people that come to me for nutrition coaching struggle with meal prep. This isn't a flaw on their part.. it's just the methods that they're trying to adhere to aren't working for them. Most people try to meal prep in ways that are NOT time efficient and they're just not sustainable on a weekly...

In this episode of the Wellness Diaries podcast, I'm joined by fellow coach AJ Peña. We discuss AJ's entry into the fitness and coaching world during the pandemic, her journey through motherhood, and so much more. AJ shares her experience with various certifications, including Precision Nutrition and NASM, and emphasizes the importance of mindset in coaching. Our conversation covers the challenges...

In this episode of The Wellness Diaries, I have guest Marci Nevan on the podcast to talk about her fitness journey, the world of bodybuilding, and how she was able to do a lot of the inner work within herself to strengthen her relationship with her body, food, and just herself as a person. Please be sure to rate, follow, and leave review if you enjoyed the episode!   FREEBIES & SPECIAL OFFERS Spec...