The Ali Damron Show

Join us as we sit down with Kylie Larson, founder of Elemental Coaching, to discuss the current state of the wellness industry. From the latest trends and developments to the issue of misinformation, we'll explore the challenges and opportunities facing the industry today. We'll delve into the impact of social media on wellness, and discuss the shiny object syndrome and how to stay grounded in a c...

Are you tired of feeling like you have to be perfect with your eating habits? Do you find yourself stuck in the restrict, overeat cycle, unable to break free from the guilt and shame that come with slip-ups? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, we dive into the all-or-nothing trap, a harmful mindset that can sabotage your eating habits and keep you stuck in a cycle of deprivation and overeati...

 In this episode, we dive into the topic of menopause, a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. Joins as I discuss the physical and emotional symptoms that women commonly experience during menopause, as well as treatment options such as hormone replacement therapy and lifestyle changes. We'll also explore the ways that menopause can impact women's sexual hea...

Welcome to this episode of the podcast, where we're joined by Nicole Herring, a creative entrepreneur, writer, and life coach, as she discusses how to manage thoughts, stress, overwhelm, anxiety, and negative thought patterns using her unique framework called "What's your S.T.O.R.Y." Nicole shares her personal journey of struggling with negative thought patterns and how she developed this framewor...

Ep. 320 Welcome to this eye-opening episode of our health and wellness podcast! Join us as we sit down with Lisa Salisbury, a life coach that specializes in health and weight loss, to explore the secrets of losing weight without the stress of counting calories or using apps. Discover the true meaning of portion distortion and learn how to conquer it with the power of mindful eating and portion con...

Ep. 319. In this episode of [Podcast Name], we dive into Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder that affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. PCOS can cause a range of symptoms, including irregular periods, weight gain, acne, hair loss, and fertility issues. We explore the causes of PCOS, such as genetic and environmental factors, as well as insulin resistance. We discuss the impo...

Ep. 318. In this episode of The Ali Damron Show, we delve into the impact of environmental toxins on hormonal health and provide tips on how to minimize exposure. We explore the most common environmental toxins that disrupt our hormonal balance, including Bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, pesticides, and heavy metals. Exposure to these toxins can lead to a range of health problems, such as infertilit...

In this episode, we speak with Tina Haupert, owner of Carrots N' Cake and FDN, about the importance of minerals in the body, and how getting essential nutrients from food-based sources can have a profound impact on women's health. We explore the differences between macrominerals and trace minerals, and discuss common deficiencies and their symptoms. Tina explains why it's crucial to get minerals f...

In this episode, we explore the fascinating and intricate world of motivation and habit change with Health Coach, Jenn Trepeck. She shares her expertise on the importance of motivation in achieving goals, and how we can cultivate it to make lasting changes in our lives. We also discuss the science of food, fitness, activity and nutrition. Whether you're trying to lose weight, become healthier, or...

Welcome to our podcast episode where we explore the topic of how travel improves wellness. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Anna Durkin with us, owner of Seek Wild Travel, who will share her insights on the subject and give us valuable tips on how to plan our next trip to boost our well-being. Anna is an avid traveler, who has explored various parts of the world, seeking new experiences an...

Ep. 313. In this episode of The Ali Damron Show, Brodie Welch, a fellow licensed acupuncturist, and I delve into the importance of prioritizing your values and aligning your actions with them. Have you ever felt like you're constantly running on a hamster wheel, trying to keep up with everything on your to-do list? It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day hustle and forget what truly matters t...

In this episode, I talk about why so many women are struggling with hormonal imbalances, how to manage stress, change our mindset towards stress, get better sleep, and improve our periods and energy levels. We also discuss what estrogen dominance is, why it's so prevalent, what symptoms are associated with it and what to do if you think you might have this.    www.alidamron.com www.alidamron.com/c...

Episode 311. Ashley Fillmore is the founder of Metabolic Fix and she helps women figure out how to lose fat sustainably through healing the metabolism after years of chronic dieting and stubborn weight loss. In this episode, she shared her insights and tips on how to heal the metabolism and achieve sustainable fat loss. She also talked about common misconceptions about metabolism and fat loss. We...

The diet culture is rampant with ubiquitous rules for us to follow, but do these wellness industry ideas create 'the healthiest diet,' improve our health or help us lose weight?   In this video, I'm uncovering 5 big nutrition health tips. We'll discuss if this is really what healthy eating needs to look like. Many people's nutrition and diet look differently, so it's hard to put dieting secrets un...

Ep. 309. In this epiosode, we talk about how it can be difficult to know whether our goals are truly our own or something we've adopted from another person or society. The best way to determine if a goal is truly something that is important to you is to take some time to reflect on why it is important to you. Ask yourself why you want to achieve this goal and if it will truly help you in achieving...

In this episode, we take things back to the basics by discussing the three master hormones that are the biggest dial movers in healing all hormonal imbalances and improving health in general.  I talk about the symptoms of hormone imbalances including what blood sugar dysregulation and cortisol issues manifest as.  I also went super vulnerable and deep and shared with you exactly why I started deal...

Ep. 306. Atlas of the Heart  maps out a series of human emotions and their meaning and explores the psychology behind a human's feelings and how they make up our lives and change our behaviors, and how to build meaningful connections by learning how to deal with them. In this episode, I go through my favorite parts of the first half of the book and all the light bulb moments I had about empathy, c...

Ep. 307.  Dani Abel is an RN and a metabolism and strength coach.  In this episode, we discuss her journey to fitness including her rapid weight loss and then quest to feel better, increase strength and find her joy in fitness and nutrition.  I also ask her tons of questions regarding weight loss plateaus, the maintenance phase of body composition, strength training and reverse dieting.  Tune in t...

Ep. 305. Atlas of the Heart maps out a series of human emotions and their meaning and explores the psychology behind a human's feelings and how they make up our lives and change our behaviors, and how to build meaningful connections by learning how to deal with them. In this episode, I go through my favorite parts of the first half of the book and all the light bulb moments I had about anxious, st...

In this episode, Ellen Ludwig and I discuss why so many women struggle with sugar cravings and how restriction leads to eventual overeating/binging.  She talks about her own journey to finding moderation with sugar and treats and I share some tips from my own journey as well.  If you're struggling with the all or nothing mindset around food, sugar cravings, how to learn to eat them in moderation a...

Founder of the C-Level Agency - it's an agency where they help small online business with the operations of their business through system, processes and building teams.    In this episode, Katherine Sawyer and I chat about her transformation from feeling burnt out in corporate America to taking charge of her health and finding new ways to combat the stress she was under.    We discuss how she knew...

Ep. 302. Instead of the downward slide through the holiday season where we eventually throw in the towel on all the progress we've made over the year on our health and body composition goals, lay the foundation now!  In this episode, I discuss how to avoid feeling the post-holiday blues, shame, guilt, and bloat that we've all felt in the New Year.  www.alidamron.com www.alidamron.com/consults www....

Ep. 301.  Society says the holidays are supposed to be happy, magical and joyous. But...it's also a highly emotionally charged time. In this episode, I talk through the 5 biggest stressors during the holiday season including loss and grief, dysfunctional family dynamics, financial stress, lonliness and comparison. All these things steal the joy of the season.  I also tell you the story of my own g...

In this episode, I talk about Ironman and our experience with watching David achieve a huge life goal.  I also chat through how I manage a busy schedule while still prioritizing healthy habits (and allowing some indulgences).  Tune in to learn how to stay afloat during the busy holiday season.  www.alidamron.com www.alidamron.com/consults www.alidamron.com/heal www.alidamron.com/period www.instagr...

So many women come to me confused about way they are unable to lose weight or feel like they struggling to maintain weight too. In this episode, I want to educate you on how to find your numbers for weight loss, maintenance and muscle building. When we are accurate with our unique numbers, we learn so much about the metabolism and the entire process works so much better.  If you have a body compos...