Vanessa G Fitcast

Every rider wants to look long and lean on their horse... But more and more equestrians are recognizing that improving your fitness doesn't just make you look good- it can improve your riding too!  In this week's episode, we break down exactly how to work out to feel tight in the saddle AND fit into your show clothes. And don't worry, we know time is precious for horse girls... That's why we give...

You have been promising yourself that THIS time you'll really lose those pesky 20-30 lbs you've put on the last few years, but every time you start a new diet or gym routine, life just seems to get in the way.  Maybe you hopped on the low-carb bandwagon, or the keto diet, or you have been crushing cardio and skipping meals to eat as little as possible. Just when you thought things were working, li...

Kaylee has been a 1-on-1 fitness and nutrition coaching client since January 2021. In the last 8 months, she has lost 40 lbs while also putting on toned muscle.  Today, we chat with her about HOW she managed to stay so consistent despite traveling for horse shows and going to social events with her friends. Most importantly,  we get her advice for those of you who are currently where she once was...

Building your dream body is a lot like building your dream home! But seriously, think about it! Just like in a home, you must first start with a strong foundation of solid habits and behaviors before you can build and expand upon it. If you have a strong foundation, you will withstand any storm. You will withstand the weeks you fall off your diet or the times when life gets a little stressful and...

Are you the type of person that thinks fat loss requires an extreme diet? The type that only allows salads, ZERO carbs, and requires you to clear your schedule and commit 100% of your time and attention to it. If you answered YES, tune into today's episode to  get the truth on fat loss once and for all. Fat loss it not easy, but if you use the tips we share in today's episode in your own fitness j...

Do you ever struggle with losing weight AND keeping it off? Maybe you can stick to a diet but as soon as you finish it, you go right back to when you started; making you wonder if the only way to stay lean is to starve yourself, workout 7x a week, and be completely miserable. Luckily for you, in today's episode we dive into this belief and share with you the top tips, lean people do to make fitnes...

If you're the type of girl who grinds and hustles every day to be your best at work, yet always seems to fall short when it comes to sticking to your diet and fitness goals, then this is the episode for you! Chances are you're making at least one of these 5 mistakes that busy women make when trying to lose weight , and fixing it could be the difference for you to finally get lean, and help you get...

Want in on a secret?  What if I told you, there was a way to: - Lose body fat faster - Feel young and energized - Lower your stress levels  AND it doesn't even cost you anything. Would you be interested? If you answered YES, tune into today's episode to get ahold of the hottest fat loss secret - SLEEP. --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ...

Following up on Ep. 20 "Five Life Lessons We Learned From Fitness" Omar and I sit down and discuss five MORE lessons that have helped us push past our own comfort zone. During the days where we don't want to hit the gym,  the days  where we fail to do the simple things, and even the days where we struggle to focus on our goals; we turn to these lessons for inspiration and help. Join us in today's...

Have you ever tried counting calories or macros, only to find out this was not the solution for you? Or maybe you are somebody that thinks counting calories or macros is THE ONLY SOLUTION to achieve your body goals, so you'll just have to track for the rest of your life. Luckily for you, in today's episode we shine a light on the difference between flexible dieting and intuitive eating. We go over...

If you've been struggling with your body image like I have, it might be time to shift your focus away from seeing the scale go down and instead focus on your strength going UP!  Not sure where to start with setting strength goals? This episode is for you. We're going to take you  through a step-by-step progression to getting your first pull-up. Why pull-ups? Well besides the fact that they are 100...

As a follow up to Ep21. My Body Image Struggles (& What To Do If You’re Struggling Too) Alex and I chat more about our own body image struggles and how we can all learn to embrace our bodies. You don't have to shrink yourself to society's standards, you don’t have to be perfect, you are enough as you are.  Join us in today's episode as we  continue discussing self talk and body confidence; plus ac...

Imposter syndrome is loosely defined as doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud. Over the last few weeks, I have been battling with my own body image struggles, and hiding from the scale/ mirror terrified of what's in front of me.  There have been late nights of "binge-like" thoughts running through my mind, thoughts of self-sabotage; but I will not give up on myself. I am embracing these...

Looking back through our fitness journey, there were certainly  good days but also plenty of bad days. Days when the workouts sucked, the scaled scared us, and the mirror was our enemy. Years later, we now realize the great lessons we learned from it all. Join us in today's  episode as we embrace all the lessons we have learned through fitness; and how you too can use these lessons to chase a BETT...

Let's be honest, nutrition can be very confusing and overwhelming.  No matter the topic or question you have, you are sure to find contradictory information and opinions on the subject. Join us in today's  episode as we unmask some of the worst fitness and nutrition lies that we used to believe, and the truth behind them. Learn from these common nutrition mistakes and kick start your nutrition jou...

Episode Notes Meal prepping is not easy or fun but it is the backbone to help you achieve successful and sustainable results in your fitness journey. But if you're already here, then we probably don't need to convince you WHY meal prepping is helpful for losing weight, you're probably here because you're a busy bee who doesn't have time to cook.  Join us in today's episode, as we give away our 4-s...

Want to know the secret to becoming lean , toned , healthy , AND SUSTAINING it for life? Join us in today's episode as we discuss what a reverse diet is, if it's for you, and how it can affect your metabolism.   Before you go try another diet, listen to this episode first. You might find out that in order for you to lose weight successfully, you first need to reverse diet so you can reset your bod...

After getting back from our trip to Charleston, SC, Omar and I wanted to share our best tips so you can go on vacation without worrying about gaining weight. Whether it's going to dinner, or traveling for work, or even celebrating your birthday, these tips can apply to any social situation. So quit worrying about your upcoming social events, and join us as we discuss how to have a life outside of...

You're in the gym day in and day out, killing yourself on the treadmill or the elliptical machine, but you're seeing no results... now what?  Join us in today's episode as we tackle the question of cardio vs. weight training,  and help you understand why you're not seeing results from working out.  Whether you're looking to improve your body composition, trying to lose fat, build muscle, or simply...

In today's episode we welcome, head dietician Alex Long. Alex joined the team in February of this year, to help us reach our mission of helping millions of women discover their best selves through scientific, connection based coaching.  Alex is former athlete with a Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition, and now a Registe...

With summer being right around the corner, everyone wants to know how to get their hot girl summer body ready. Today we give away our simple 4-step process to start losing weight NOW so you can feel confident at the pool this summer! --------------------- Ready to kickstart your summer body? 5 Days to Fit Summer Challenge - Lose The Belly Bloat Without Going to a Gym or Giving Up Your Favorite Foo...

So many girls come to me with the same questions... - Why do I still get food cravings?  - How do I stop giving into my food cravings? - Do I need to cut out all of my favorite foods? Any of these sound familiar?  Join us in today's episode, as we share our experiences with treat foods and how to break our current beliefs around the idea of "bad foods". Plus, we give you tangible examples and stra...

Do you know how to properly fuel your body to stay energized riding all day? Are you constantly on a diet worrying about whether or not your show clothes are going to fit?  I work with a lot of girls who ride and show horses - some of the best riders in the AQHA, top professional riders in the hunter / jumper circuits,  even past and present Division 1 NCEA Equestrians - and each and every one of...

Are you undereating? Listen to find out! Today, we cover 7 signs that you're undereating and why it's keeping you from losing weight and loving your body. Fatigue/No Energy Feelings of Hunger/Food Cravings Irregular or Painful Periods And Fertility Issues No Or Low Sex Drive Hair Loss Poor Digestion- Bloated or Constipated Not Feeling Hungry --------------------- Download FREE: 6 Simple Recipes fo...

Do you ever feel guilty about eating something "bad"? Same girl. Today we tell the story of how I blew my diet and what I learned from it all. --------------------- Download FREE: 6 Simple Recipes for Girls Who Don't Cook --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program -----...