The Willetts Podcast

Kait and I did a fun Q&A session where we dive into all sorts of topics, from weight loss strategies to our personal fitness routines, nighttime eating, and how cortisol plays a role in your progress. We also talk about our fitness routines and share our stories and our plans for the future. In this episode, we discuss:  [00:00] Intro [00:29] What’s in this episode [01:15] Should hormone...

Kait and I answer questions from our Instagram Q & A’s. We addressed all your questions, from how to balance fitness with a busy life to understanding what really matters in relationships. We discuss building muscle at 50, the scale vs. body composition, finding balance in your social life during weight loss, dad bods, life fulfillment, and much more! In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00]...

I recently attended a seminar by The Hormone Doc, Dr. Neil Rouzier, at Worldlink Medical, and it blew my mind. The seminar was focused on the importance of maintaining hormone levels in women as they age. In this episode, I sit down with Kait to discuss my biggest takeaways from the seminar. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [01:29] Preventative benefits of maintaining healthy levels...

Today, I bring you an unfiltered Q&A session that Kait and I recorded during our trip to Hawaii. We talk about everything from relationships to people taking a dump in someone’s house to valuable lessons we’ve learned from each other. Tune in and get ready for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, wisdom, and the occasional “what the...?” moment. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [01...

Today, I’m joined by Elizabeth Hart, a client of SLAE Hormone Solutions, to discuss her journey with hormone imbalance and the incredible transformation she’s experienced in just six short weeks. Elizabeth shares her story of feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and out of balance over the past decade—despite living a healthy lifestyle—to experiencing renewed energy and focus. In this episode, I discus...

I sit down with one of our clients, Sarah Johnson, a 52-year-old former athlete who struggled with weight gain, hormonal imbalances, and fatigue after having children. Sarah discusses how the program has helped her slow down, become more present, and redefine her self-worth beyond weight loss and physical changes. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [00:35] Sarah’s background [03:01] W...

When it comes to building healthy, fulfilling relationships, the foundation you start from can make all the difference! Today, I delve into the common mistakes people make when building relationships, like idealizing partners, ignoring red flags, and seeking validation instead of genuine connection. I share my own journey of learning these lessons and encourage you to reflect on your relationship...

Today, I explore how short-term thinking when it comes to weight loss and body transformation can trap people in long-term suffering. I discuss why quick fixes and extreme measures for weight loss are ultimately doomed to fail and why it’s so important to focus on developing sustainable habits and values that you can maintain for the long haul. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [00:2...

I share my interview with Kait Ann-Michelle, in which we dive deep into the topic of women’s hormone imbalances. We discuss the common misconceptions and fallacies in the industry when it comes to hormones, differences between synthetic and bioidentical hormones, the importance of Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), the need for a more holistic approach to women’s health, and much mor...

I discuss the things that most people worry about when it comes to losing weight/fat and body transformation, but these don’t actually matter that much—cortisol and coffee, hormone imbalance, cutting out sugar, etc. I explain why these concerns are overblown and share with you the things you should focus on so you can make real progress toward your goals. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00]...

Starvation mode: Is it a thing? Can you eat so little that you start to gain weight? Can you starve yourself so much that your metabolism messes up and starts to pile the weight on? In this episode, I debunk the myth of starvation mode once and for all. I’ll give you some life updates, chat about personal growth, and dive deep into why starvation mode isn’t real. In this episode, I discuss: ...

This episode is the very first interview with SLAE client Halle Cottis. Halle opens up about her struggle for years with symptoms like lack of sleep, anxiety, and loss of sex drive. Despite seeking help from doctors, she struggled to find relief. After implementing lifestyle changes, Halle turned to SLAE for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She discusses how this has dramatically improved...

Are you experiencing symptoms like low energy or weight gain but blood tests show your hormone levels appear normal? Is your doctor saying everything’s fine despite your symptoms? You may need a new approach to hormone optimization. I share the questions that you should ask your doctor about hormones if you want to ensure you’re getting the care you need. In this episode, I discuss:  [00...

I share my interview with Dr. Brandon Parker, a chiropractor, strength coach, and rehab specialist. We dived into the topic of living pain-free. We also discussed the common problem many people face of feeling pain while doing certain exercises, what causes those nagging aches and pains, and how you can do the exercises you love without pain holding you back. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:...

Have you seen all the buzzwords people use on social media, like reset your hormones, reset your gut, balance your hormones, and reset your metabolism? I discuss these nebulous terms and separate the facts from fiction. I also talk about connecting with the self, when it's best to switch up your workouts, the four phases of the fitness journey, why I advocate them, and their purpose. In this episo...

I sit down with Casey Thompson, an expert in hormones and SLAE practitioner. We discuss how hormones work, common signs your hormones may be low, what happens to a woman’s body during menopause and how BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy) can help.  In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Welcome notes and Casey’s intro [00:57] Casey’s background and interest in hormones [06:50]...

I talk with an incredible client in our program, Paige Copeland. Paige shares her inspiring story of overcoming years of dieting and mental health struggles to reclaim her life at 40. She discusses how making lifestyle changes with support from coach Michelle and the community has improved not only her physical health but also her mental well-being and relationships. In this episode, I discuss:&nb...

I guide you through the four-phase approach to sustainable body transformation. I explain each phase—the Fat Loss Phase, the Muscle Growth Phase, the Body Fat Reduction Phase with Increased Metabolic Rate, and the Maintenance for Life Phase—in detail. I explain what you need to do in each phase to achieve your goals, why the four-phase approach is important, and how it allows you to lose fat susta...

I discuss my favorite knee gym equipment and share some information about SLAE. I also dive into Mandy’s video on YouTube on her weight loss journey, why it is awesome, and what you can learn from it. Plus, I talk about Phase 2 of body transformation (the muscle-building and strength-training phase) and explain how to calculate maintenance calories with examples. In this episode, I discuss: ...

This episode is a little different from our usual Revenge Body episodes. In this episode, I talk about the frame that many of us put in our lives that limits what we think we can achieve, do, and be. This self-imposed frame holds us back from reaching our full potential. I want you to take off this self-imposed frame, pursue what you truly want without limits, and reach your full potential. In thi...

I talk about my grill catching on fire and give you some SLAE information. I also explore fasting to lose weight, share the reasons why fasting isn’t working for you, and clarify the confusion around the workout video that I put about bulking up and strength training, and finally reveal the top trait that I would look up to in a partner. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [01:29] Gril...

In this episode, I make you laugh a bit and then discuss a message I often get: Why am I not losing weight fast? I dive into the comedy with updates about my midlife crisis and my son Denver’s clever sleep tactics. I also tackle the common struggle with unrealistic weight loss expectations for fast weight loss and impatience on the scale.  In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [01:2...

This week, I provide a recap on my recent trip to Orlando, the highs and lows of the overall experience, meeting with Ed Mylett and what I learned from him, The Lonely Road, what The Lonely Road is like for those of us who want to excel, grow, achieve, and have an impactful life and five things that I would do if I were starting on weight loss tomorrow. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] We...

I discuss the must-do’s for anyone in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, and beyond who wants to look and feel their best. I share the mindset shifts and lifestyle habits that you need to make if you want to improve your overall health and wellness while also achieving your fitness goals. Listen in to know what these must-do’s are! In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [00:19] Questions on personal...

Have you ever found yourself wanting to want something that you don’t truly desire? Deep down, you know it’s not really what’s best for you, but you’re attracted to the idea of it or what it represents. I discuss this concept of distinguishing between what you want and what you want to actually want in your health and fitness journey. In this episode, I discuss:  [00:00] Intro [00:19] Finding...