Well With Blue

You keep telling yourself you'll work out, and then somehow, you don't. Before you blame laziness or lack of willpower, consider this: your resistance to exercise might have nothing to do with discipline, and everything to do with what movement has come to mean to you. In this episode, we're unpacking the real reason so many people feel stuck in an on-again-off-again relationship with...

Ever find yourself saying, "I've tried this before, and it didn't work," and using it as a reason not to try again? You're not alone, but that mindset is keeping you stuck in the same cycle. In this episode, we're unpacking why reflection feels so scary, how to look back at past attempts with curiosity instead of criticism, and why this one question is either your biggest...

Ever tell yourself that feeling guilty after eating "off plan" would help you do better next time? You're not alone, but that strategy is working against you. In this episode, we're unpacking the real difference between guilt and shame, why shame triggers stress (and cravings), and how self-compassion is actually a more powerful driver of change than self-criticism ever could be....

In this episode, we answer one of the most common questions I get: if my goal is fat loss, should I focus on nutrition or exercise? The answer is… both… but for different reasons. And understanding those reasons is the key. We break down why nutrition drives early results, why building muscle is essential for keeping fat off long-term, and how to prioritize your efforts so weight loss feels easier...

This is a short, no-fluff pep talk for anyone waiting to feel more motivated, confident, or put together before they show up differently. In this episode, we break the myth of “becoming” your best self and reframe it as something you do daily through your actions. No perfect timing. No future version. Just choices made today. Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In today’s episode, we walk through the real fitness timeline: what actually happens in your body and brain as you start (and stick with) a workout routine. From the early burst of excitement, to soreness and resistance, to the slump most people think means they’re failing, this episode breaks down each phase so you know what to expect. If you’ve ever quit because motivation dipped, results felt s...

In today’s episode, we talk about how the pursuit of “healthy eating” can cross a line, and what happens when caring about nutrition turns into fear, rigidity, or obsession. We break down the difference between healthy eating, disordered eating, and eating disorders, why dieting is one of the strongest predictors of long-term harm, and how common these patterns actually are. If you’ve ever wondere...

In today’s episode, we talk about why exercise feels so hard for so many people and why that doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. If you’ve ever assumed that working out should be easy, wondered why you can’t stay consistent, or felt discouraged when results don’t show up right away, this conversation reframes what “hard” actually means. I'll unpack why exercise is challenging by design, h...

In today’s episode, we talk about the constant inner dialogue most of us are living with — the comparing, criticizing, and complaining that quietly shapes how we see ourselves and our lives. If you’ve ever felt behind, not good enough, or stuck in the same mental loops no matter how hard you try, this conversation will help you understand where that voice comes from and how to start changing the w...

In today’s episode, we talk about how wellness has become intense, performative, and very all-or-nothing, and why that approach isn’t working. If your healthy habits feel like things you have to force yourself to do rather than things that support you, this conversation might change how you approach your health moving forward. Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign...

In today's episode, we talk about the scariest part of failure. It's sneaky and most people don't even know this is what's holding them back from achieving their dreams. Is your dream life actually holding you back from... your dream life? Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and receive tidbits o...

Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and receive tidbits of coaching every week from me (certified health and self-development coach) that will help you lead a healthier and happier life. Plus, be the first to hear about exciting new offerings, freebies, and projects I’m working on for you! Want to be a guest or subm...

Kelly is a somatic coach and educator. He works with clients to help them dialogue with their bodies so that they can immediately use their own sensory information to feel better now and in the future through compassionate self-perception and allowing for movement. He teaches via a combination of mindful movement practices, aka somatic movement, as well as theory in human anatomy, physiology, evol...

Today's episode teaches you how to create solutions instead of settling for excuses. We'll go over why we create excuses, how to work through them, and I'll share with you the "two crazy questions" I ask my clients when they get really stuck. Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and receive tidbits of coaching every we...

Today's episode is about an emotion we all feel, but we feel shame around feeling = fear. The truth is, that fear is a necessary emotion and one that we can choose to either help us grow, or hold us back. If fear holds you back from doing the things you want, today's episode is for you. This is how you can "feel the fear and do it anyway." Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Struggle with putting yourself first? Have a hard time loving yourself? Feel like setting time aside to take care of yourself is selfish? This episode is for you my love. In it, we talk about how self-love and self-care isn't a luxury, it's a job, and it's your responsibility. Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and...

Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and receive tidbits of coaching every week from me (certified health and fitness coach) that will help you lead a healthier and happier life. Plus, be the first to hear about exciting new offerings, freebies and projects I’m working on for you! Want to be a guest or submit a question/...

Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and receive tidbits of coaching every week from me (certified health and fitness coach) that will help you lead a healthier and happier life. Plus, be the first to hear about exciting new offerings, freebies and projects I’m working on for you! Want to be a guest or submit a question/...

HATE the way you look in photos? You're not alone. Let's talk about it + 3 things I did to help me appreciate photos of myself more (that have nothing to do with losing weight). Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and receive tidbits of coaching every week from me (certified health and fitness coach) that will help you...

Are you, knowingly (or unknowingly), defending the very barriers that are holding you back? Holding on to those excuses that are keeping you from achieving the things you want? If so, this episode is for you! I'm going to help you stop making excuses, for your excuses so you can start living the life you want. Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠...

I'm so excited to share this with you today! I recently had a REALLY uncomfortable moment at the gym. After not going for a month, returning was really difficult – but not difficult in the way that you might think.  Sure, physically it was hard, but mentally it was SO much harder. …and it got me thinking about a big reason why I think people choose to not workout – or maybe start to workout, but q...

Ever feel like you start the day high on motivation and “willpower," and end the day thinking, “fvck it?" It feels SO EASY to make certain choices in the morning, but then in the evening for whatever reason you throw everything out the window. In today's episode, we're going to talk about why that happens and what to do about it so that making healthier choices can feel easy all....

If you're putting your life on hold until you reach your fitness goals, this episode is for you. If you're thinking, “When I lose these last 10 lbs, I can/will _______," this episode is for you. That's all I'm gonna say. It's a shortie episode - I know you'll love it. Find Azul on Instagram ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@azulcorajoria⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) Sign up for my newsletter ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and...

Emotional eating is a bit more complex than we once imagined. I too once thought it was as simple as getting rid of the food around my house, starting a new diet, or trying to muster up “willpower” to not do it anymore. Guess what all those things did? If you guessed, “Made it worse,” then DING DING DING you’re right. Emotional eating is an emotional problem. Emotional problems need emotional solu...

In today's episode, we're going to chat all about our RAS (Reticular Activating System aka “ a bundle of nerves at our brainstem that filters out unnecessary information so the important stuff gets through.”) I'll give you a couple of really cool examples of how it plays out in your day to day and show you how to use it to your advantage and practice gratitude to rewire your brain to b...