Your Strongest Body

I had some beliefs about bodies, fitness, and nutrition that I had to let go of to start to see a change in my body. And for so long I thought these beliefs were helping me but ultimately stood as a barrier to reaching my goals. Listen to see if you share any and what you can do to change your mindset and finally break through a plateau.  Join the Built Bodies waitlist here! Your Strongest Body! N...

They are everywhere right now! Is it the magic tool you have been missing, just another option, of total BS? I'm breaking it down for you today! Join the Built Bodies waitlist! Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com ! 💪🏼

No sugar coating here! I'm sharing the not-so-pretty realities of juggling parenting and still maintaining healthy habits. But it isn't all doom and gloom because I offer some suggestions to ease some of the hardships and reach strength, physique, or performance goals in this phase of life.  Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instag...

We know the workout is important and we know that post-workout recovery is important but one of the places you are probably missing an opportunity to get better results is what you are doing BEFORE the workout. In this episode, I am giving you 3 easy to use pre-workout tips and start seeing better results immediately.  Check out my coaching services here! Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays...

We get obsessed with tiny details and miss the fact that we simply aren't doing the basics. In this episode I explain where people trip themselves up in worrying about small stuff and the four must do basics to make real and lasting progress.  Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com ! 💪🏼

It's a tough question but the truth is effort is going to be one of the single most effective dial movers when it comes to reaching your goals. In this episode I'm talking about the importance of effort and how to assess whether you are really working hard enough to get the most out of your workouts (and your nutrition).  Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more f...

If you have want to destress, make life a little easier, and prioritize nutrition that helps you reach your goals, you should probably meal prep. But meal prepping as it is presented on social media can feel super daunting. You may not have 8 free uninterrupted hours and an unlimited budget to meal prep everything on Sundays. So I have 3 tips that make doing some form of meal prepping more doable!...

I never thought I'd be praising Jessica Biel on the podcast but after her recent comments on unrealistic fitness and nutrition habits to get in movie shape, I had to give her some credit. In this episode, I chat about the difference between extreme dieting and working out and actually changing your body with sustainable fitness and nutrition habits.  In this episode: Coach Mark Carroll Apply...

In this episode, I'm breaking down the 3 most important things I've done to see the biggest change in my physique and strength so that you can try them too.  Join the Built Bodies Waitlist here Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com ! 💪🏼

This episode is a departure from typical episodes. After suddenly losing my dad, I took a break from podcasting and as I return, I take this episode to thank and remember my YSB's biggest fan. Fair warning: I'm a bit of a mess in this one and while I prefer to process without an audience, I couldn't move on with this podcast without taking this opportunity to share my dad with you. ...

Whether the interruption is planned or entirely unexpected, you need a strategy to getting back to your fitness and nutrition habits. In this episode I give you tips to avoid guilt and resume your routine habits for sustainable progress toward your goals.  Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com ! 💪🏼

If you feel like you are working out and should be building some by now, we are going to have a heart to heart and determine why. I have a list of 5 possible reasons and what you can do to overcome your hurdles and finally see the muscle definition you want.  Join the Built Bodies Waitlist Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visi...

It might seem too simple but if you aren't training with intention you are leaving gains on the table. In this episode I explain what it means to train with intention, why you need to, and how to easily start doing it in your own workouts for incredible results.  Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com !...

In a world where you have a wealth of choices when it comes to choosing a fitness coach, there is a level of expertise and understanding that you should expect when it comes to the unique needs and experiences of women. In this episode, I explain some of the things you should look for your trainer to understand. Built Bodies is open for a short time! Registration closes Sunday 3/9 at 11:59 et.  Yo...

Don't waste your valuable energy and time making these workout mistakes. Yes, I know you have the right intentions but falling into these 3 traps is holding you back. But don't stress because always I am going to give you a more effective solution for all of these 3.  Mentioned in this episode... Dwayne Brown JK McLeod Join my email list! Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fr...

If you are chasing the burn in your workouts, you may be missing the point. You are ultimately going to struggle to build muscle if you are not working close to failure with challenging weights. Just because you don't feel the burn doesn't mean it's not working.  Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Fridays! For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstr...

People love to say "everything in moderation" as a way to include all foods but I'm not sure it's the supportive guidance you think it is. While I'm not about restriction, I think there are more helpful ways to think about nutrition that actually make meal planning and choosing foods that fuel your body easier. There are also ways to eat ALL the foods you love but in varie...

You may be surprised to learn there are more similarities than differences when it comes to eating for aesthetics versus strength. In this episode I give you the 5 principles you need to follow to reach any strength, performance, or body composition goal and then I explain what you might want to do differently if fat loss or muscle gain are your priority.  Don't miss your chance to join the F...

Feel like you are sabotaging your progress because you constantly crave cookies, cake, ice cream and you feel like you are powerless to resist? Instead of blaming a “sugar addiction”, I share the most common reasons for this kind of craving and how you can supercharge your nutrition to not only overcome these cravings but feel energized and strong. And when you are well-fueled you can achieve your...

Women can't seem to get it right. Small but not too thin. Toned but not too muscled. Secure but not too confident. The list goes on.  And as we begin to make a big societal shift away from weight equating health (though we still have so far to go), you may feel guilty about wanting to lose weight. In this episode I'm helping you make peace with it, get curious about where it comes from,...

In this episode I’m lucky enough to be joined by friends and Foster Strength coaching client, Shanna McRae. She shares her experience working out through the pandemic, building super strength, finding consistency, and fueling her training. She had invaluable insight to help anyone looking to build a sustainable fitness habit and development a nurturing relationship with exercise. Follow Shanna on...

It's time to finally shift your mindset from restriction and removing foods to focusing on adding tasty nutrient dense foods to your diet to reach your fitness goals. If you have been struggling to change your physique and have always felt you have to cut foods out or eat as little as possible to see change, this will change your life! I help you unlock a different approach nutrition that wil...

This one is simple. I'm breaking down why and when you want to use free weights or machines. I break down the importance of programming that thoughtfully uses both and how each can help you reach specific goals. This episode will help you make better decisions in the gym when you aren't sure what to do.   Join the Built Bodies waitlist! Your Strongest Body! New episodes Tuesdays and Frid...

You know who you are! Perfectionism, always striving for more, never satisfied, wanting to do things "right". For so many women who identify this way, fitness efforts that haven't yielded results can feel demoralizing. But I have an essential piece of advice for you that will help you actually see better results without running yourself into the ground! And I tell you just how to ma...

If you know me you know I do not believe in food rules. Oftentimes they lead to restriction and deprivation that don't actually support your health. But there is one "rule" I use to help you strategize your nutrition and support your goals. And the best part is that it is sooooo simple to use. So give this one a listen and give the "3 hour rule" a try. Ep. 92- Learning the...