104. “I Stopped Spiraling”—Angie’s Shift from Perfection to Food Freedom
The Fitness League
In this candid client interview, Angie shares how she broke free from perfectionism in nutrition and built real confidence with her food choices—while juggling life as a busy parent. We talk about flexible dieting without obsession, eating out without guilt, and why progress comes from mindful choices, not rigid rules. You’ll hear how she balances family schedules with sustainable habits, what finally ended the “start over Monday” cycle, and how tracking can be a tool—not a trap. Perfect for anyone ready to replace all-or-nothing thinking with practical routines that actually fit...
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103. How to Optimize Sleep: 5 Fixes You Can Start Tonight
The Fitness League
Tired, wired, and waking up groggy? This episode breaks sleep down into five fixes you can start tonight to boost deep sleep, recovery, and next-day energy—without gadgets or a 17-step routine. We explain why poor sleep stalls fat loss and performance, then walk you through exactly how to improve circadian rhythm, reduce night-time alertness, and wake up actually rested. Plus, you'll learn the 5 simple fixes you can implement TONIGHT for better sleep.. Perfect for busy parents, shift workers, and anyone training hard who needs better recovery—fast. APPLY FOR COACHING: SDE Method app: ...
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102. Simplifying Fitness: Start With These FOUR Things
The Fitness League
Overwhelmed by all the rules of fitness? You’re not alone—and it’s probably holding you back. In this episode, we strip away the noise and break fitness down into just 4 simple pillars anyone can follow: nutrition, exercise, movement, and sleep. No overthinking. No overhauls. Just real, doable starting points. We walk through what actually matters (hint: it’s not cold plunges or macros to the decimal), like how to build a better plate, how much training you really need, and how to stop making movement and recovery so complicated. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by too much information...
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101: How Kara Took Back Her Health—and Changed Her Family’s Future
The Fitness League
In this powerful client spotlight episode, Kara shares her journey from exhaustion and loss to strength, confidence, and lasting change. What started as a decision to prioritize her health turned into a transformation that impacted her entire family. With the support of coaching, Kara learned how to advocate for her own well-being, set better boundaries, and make small, consistent choices that led to massive results. This episode is a reminder that true transformation isn’t just about fat loss or food tracking—it’s about reclaiming your energy, your confidence, and your life. ...
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100. How We Travel Well: Can You Be Health-Conscious at Disney World?
The Fitness League
In this episode, Josh and Alessandra pull back the curtain on how they're prepping for their upcoming family trip to Disney World—through the lens of the L5 Method. Instead of obsessing over macros or trying to “stay on track,” they share how they’re prioritizing training, nutrition, mindset, movement, and habits in a way that supports energy, recovery, and actually having fun. They walk through their rough itinerary, what workouts (if any) they’ll be doing, how they think about food while traveling, and why they believe the point of fitness is to enhance life, not restrict it....
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99. Lara’s Story: From Food Guilt to Fueling Strength (Client Spotlight)
The Fitness League
In this episode of The Fitness League, Lara opens up about her deeply personal journey from battling food guilt and body image struggles to stepping into a stronger, more empowered version of herself. With the guidance of her coach, Lara shifted her focus from weight loss to fueling for performance, building a healthier relationship with food, and celebrating her body for what it can do — not just how it looks. She shares how injury setbacks became opportunities for growth, how prehab and mindset work changed her approach to training, and why redefining success beyond the scale was the key...
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98. The Challenge Just Got Smarter: Inside Our Newest Fitness League Feature
The Fitness League
In this episode of The Fitness League, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most exciting updates to our app yet: the all-new challenge feature. But this isn’t just another 30-day shred or burnout bootcamp. We're redefining what fitness challenges should look like — sustainable, consistent, and rooted in community. We talk about why most fitness challenges fail, how our approach flips the script, and what makes this new feature a game-changer for real people with real lives. You’ll learn how the app now supports daily habits, rewards consistency over intensity, and helps you...
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97. You Can’t Do It All: How We Actually Choose Our Health Protocols
The Fitness League
With all the options out there—strength training, cardio, recovery tools, nutrition strategies, supplements—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed trying to “do it all.” But the truth is, you don't have to. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how we prioritize our own health and fitness routines based on real life, current goals, evolving interests, and actual needs—not trends. We break down: Why we don’t always do what’s “optimal” How we adjust protocols based on seasons of life How we choose the way we're going to train What we’re saying no to in order...
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96. Fitness, Family & Fatigue: How to Stay Consistent When Life Is Anything But
The Fitness League
SDE Method app: The Fitness League Waiting List Macros Guide Join the Facebook Community: FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey: Alessandra's Instagram: Joelle's Instagram: Josh's Instagram: Chapters 00:00 Morning Routines and Parenting Challenges 01:57 Relatability in Fitness and Parenting 05:45 Flexibility in Workouts and Parenting 10:59 Managing Weight and Health During Stress 13:02 Navigating Shift Work and Family Life 14:38 Balancing Sleep and Workouts 21:18 Dealing with Sickness and Recovery 27:17 Postpartum Fitness and Pain Management 32:17...
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95. Self-Care Isn’t Selfish — It’s How You Lead Your Family
The Fitness League
In this powerful episode, we challenge the modern myth that “good parenting” means self-sacrifice at all costs. Instead, we explore what it really takes to show up strong for your family — starting with how you lead yourself. From the societal pressure to “do it all” to the quiet burnout no one talks about, we unpack how ignoring your own needs doesn’t make you a better parent — it makes it harder to be the present, grounded leader your kids actually need. We redefine self-care as self-leadership and break down the mindset shifts, personal responsibility, and daily actions that...
info_outlineThere’s a version of you that no one claps for — but that version is where all the real transformation happens.
In this raw, honest episode, we dive into the internal battles busy adults fight every single day:
• Waking up before the world to get a workout in
• Skipping comfort food for a long-term goal
• Choosing identity over instant gratification
• Feeling guilt for taking time away from the family to take care of yourself
This isn’t about six-pack abs or hustle culture.
This is about who you’re becoming when no one is watching.
We’re unpacking the silent war behind every habit change, every meal prepped, every early alarm. Because if you’re on the path to reclaiming your health — mentally, physically, emotionally — you’re not alone.
Whether you're a parent, a professional, or just someone tired of falling off track, this episode will make you feel seen, heard, and fired up to keep going.
You don't need louder applause. You need deeper reasons.
🎧 Tune in to hear:
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The top internal struggles holding people back
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Why invisible wins matter more than visible ones
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How to redefine success around who you’re becoming, not just what you look like
APPLY FOR COACHING:
https://www.lvltncoaching.com/1-1-coaching
SDE Method app:
https://www.lvltncoaching.com/sde-method-app
The Fitness League Waiting List
https://quest.lvltncoaching.com/project-b
Macros Guide
https://www.lvltncoaching.com/free-resources/calculate-your-macros
Join the Facebook Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/lvltncoaching
FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey:
https://www.lvltncoaching.com/resources/freebies
Alessandra's Instagram:
http://instagram.com/alessandrascutnik
Joelle's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha?igsh=ZnVhZjFjczN0OTdn
Josh's Instagram:
http://instagram.com/joshscutnik
Chapters:
00:00 Invisible Victories: The Unseen Struggles of Fitness
02:51 The Reality Check: Are You Really Committed to Your Goals?
05:44 The Myth of Overnight Success: Understanding the Journey
08:35 The Importance of Tracking: Gaining Objectivity in Your Fitness Journey
11:29 Finding Your Why: The Deeper Purpose Behind Fitness Goals
13:58 Social Media vs. Reality: The Perception of Fitness Influencers
16:48 The Internal Battles: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Comparison
21:42 The Alarm Clock Battle: Choosing Discipline Over Comfort
24:11 Family Guilt: Balancing Self-Care and Family Responsibilities
27:51 Body Image Battles: Embracing Body Neutrality
32:36 Food Discipline: Navigating Social Pressures and Personal Choices
41:03 The Power of Small Wins: Building Identity Through Consistency
49:08 The Journey of Change: Embracing the Process of Transformation