Ep 867: Why America Is Getting Fatter — And How to Fix It (Fast!)
Release Date: 12/17/2025
Ep 890: Motivation Monday: Speak Life To Your Dreams
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
On today's Motivation Monday, we're discussing how to bring your dreams tonight.
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Ep 889: The Man Who Controls Music’s Biggest Night: Inside the 2026 GRAMMYs by Ben Winston
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
What does it take to pull off the biggest night in music — live, global, and with zero room for error? In this episode, Linda sits down with Ben Winston, executive producer of the GRAMMY Awards, founder of Fulwell Entertainment, and one of the most influential forces behind modern live television. Ben takes us inside the pressure, creative decisions, and cultural responsibility of producing music’s biggest moments — and what it really means when you only get one shot to get it right. Behind the GRAMMYs What must go right in the first 60 seconds of the broadcast How live TV...
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Ep 887: We Are Not Alone with Dan Farah
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this episode of Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with filmmaker and investigative producer Dan Farah to explore some of the most provocative questions of our time: have governments hidden evidence of non-human intelligence for decades, and what does a global disclosure look like? Dan has interviewed senators, intelligence chiefs, fighter pilots, Pentagon insiders, and other high level sources — and the patterns they describe are consistent: we are not alone, and the truth about that has been withheld for more than 80 years. Dan’s documentary The Age of Disclosure is...
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Ep 886: The Law of Abundance Versus Scarcity
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we're discussing the Law of Abundance
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Ep 885: Why Dieting Stops Working in Menopause—and What Actually Works with Dr. Deb Butler
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Dr. Deb Butler, a certified master weight loss and life coach, former board-certified chiropractor, nutritionist, and acupuncturist, and the host of the podcast Thinner Peace in Menopause and Beyond. Dr. Deb joins the show to share her personal journey through decades of dieting, body conflict, and the deeper emotional experience of weight loss, especially in menopause. After originally trying every conventional diet approach she knew, she eventually realized that persistent hunger, emotional eating, and the...
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Ep 884: Jenn Lyon: I Stopped Trying to Be Smaller — and Everything Changed
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this powerful episode of The Sisterhood of Sweat, Linda Mitchell sits down with a guest whose work and perspective speak directly to the moment we’re living in—a time when burnout, pressure, and emotional overload have become the norm rather than the exception. This conversation explores what real resilience actually looks like when life feels heavy. Not the “push harder” version so many of us have been taught, but a grounded, sustainable kind of strength that supports both performance and peace. Together, Linda and her guest unpack how stress shows up in the body, why so many...
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Ep 883: How to Lose Those Last Stubborn 15 lbs.
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this episode of Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell welcomes Dr. Ian Smith—physician, bestselling author, and one of the most recognizable voices in health and wellness. Dr. Smith is the author of nine books, including multiple #1 New York Times bestsellers such as SHRED, Super Shred, Blast the Sugar Out, The Clean 20, The Ancient Nine, Clean & Lean, and Fast Burn, with millions of copies in print worldwide. His newest release, Beyond Midnight: An Ashe Cayne Novel, marks the latest installment in his Chicago-based detective series, which has been optioned for an upcoming...
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Ep 882: You Don’t Need Alcohol to Feel Better—Here’s Why
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In this powerful episode of Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Charles and Heidi Hatley, the couple behind Kava & Kettlebells, to challenge one of the most normalized beliefs in modern wellness: that alcohol is the best way to relax, unwind, or cope with stress. Charles and Heidi share how their journey through fitness, parenthood, trauma, and healing led them to explore alternatives to alcohol—specifically kava, a traditional plant-based drink long used in Pacific Island cultures. What began as a personal experiment quickly became a lifestyle shift rooted in nervous...
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Ep 881: From Teen Idol to TV Powerhouse: Shaun Cassidy’s Incredible Reinvention
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Shaun Cassidy is a true creative multi-hyphenate whose career spans music, television, theater, and storytelling. First rising to fame as one of the biggest teen idols of the late 1970s, Shaun signed with Warner Brothers Records while still in high school, released three multi-platinum albums, earned a Grammy nomination, and performed in sold-out venues like Madison Square Garden and the Houston Astrodome — all while starring in the iconic ABC series The Hardy Boys Mysteries. Behind the scenes, Shaun quietly reinvented himself as one of television’s most respected writers and producers....
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Ep 880: Never Shrink Your Light: Healing, Resilience, and the Tiger Spirit with Dr. Joy Kong
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In this episode of the Sisterhood of Sweat, Linda Mitchell sits down with Dr. Joy Kong, MD — triple board-certified physician, stem cell specialist, educator, author, and founder of Chara Health USA — for a powerful conversation about healing, resilience, and the courage to never shrink your light. Dr. Joy explains how ketamine therapy, when used therapeutically, can support brain regeneration, enhance neural connections, and help rewire the brain after trauma. She shares how ketamine increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor, promotes new synapse formation, and can support emotional...
info_outlineIn this powerful and practical episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Dan Kachtik, owner of King William District CrossFit in San Antonio, Texas, to break down what it really takes to build strength, longevity, and confidence at any age.
With more than 15 years of experience coaching everyday athletes, Dan shares honest insights on sustainable training, smart nutrition, aging well, and why consistency matters far more than perfection. Together, Linda and Dan dive into how to train smarter after 40, how women should approach fitness during menopause, and why mindset—not motivation—is the real game changer.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who wants to feel stronger, move better, and live with energy and purpose for decades to come.
Questions Linda Asked Dan
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Why do so many people unknowingly undo their workouts through nutrition choices?
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Why is increasing protein so important for body composition and longevity?
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How does eating out sabotage even “healthy” diets?
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What role does food prep really play in achieving results?
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What type of training best supports longevity for people over 40 and 50?
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How should intensity change as we age—without taking it too easy?
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What do women need to consider during menopause when it comes to training?
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Why is lifting heavy essential for women’s long-term health?
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How does walking support longevity and recovery?
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What has 15 years of gym ownership taught you about leadership and community?
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What separates people who transform their bodies from those who quit?
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What is the most important mindset shift in a fitness journey?
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Where can listeners learn more about you and your work?
Main Themes from This Episode
Strength Is a Longevity Tool
Muscle is not about aesthetics—it’s about independence, metabolism, brain health, and aging with confidence. Lifting weights is non-negotiable as we get older.
Train Hard, But Train Smart
Intensity still matters, but volume must be personalized. Strategic heavy lifting and occasional high heart-rate work preserve power, strength, and vitality.
Nutrition Can Undo or Multiply Results
Post-workout “rewards,” restaurant meals, and hidden sugars often cancel out hard work. Real food, protein-forward meals, and preparation are key.
Menopause Requires Strategy, Not Fear
Women can and should train hard—but with intelligence. Managing cortisol, avoiding excessive HIIT, lifting weights, and supporting muscle retention are critical.
Consistency Beats Motivation
Results come from showing up repeatedly—not from willpower bursts. Small, daily commitments create lasting change.
Mindset Determines Success
The difference between people who succeed and those who don’t comes down to ownership, positivity, and asking “How can I?” instead of “Why can’t I?”
Community Fuels Sustainability
Longevity thrives in connection. Training with like-minded people keeps motivation high and loneliness low.
Memorable Quotes
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“You’re not rewarding yourself when you eat junk after a workout—you’re undoing the work you just did.”
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“Consistency becomes even more important as we age.”
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“You don’t stop training hard—you train smarter.”
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“Muscle is the hardest thing for women to maintain over 50, and it’s the most important.”
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“What makes you feel old is saying you’re old.”
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“Just come tomorrow. That’s it.”
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“You have to stop asking why you can’t and start asking how you can.”
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“Your body isn’t meant to get smaller—it’s meant to get stronger.”
Connect with Dan Kachtik
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King William District CrossFit (Website)
https://www.kingwilliamdistrictcrossfit.comKing William District CrossFit (Instagram)
https://www.instagram.com/kingwilliamdistrictcrossfit/Functional Feeding (Nutrition Coaching)
Available through King William District CrossFit
https://www.kingwilliamdistrictcrossfit.com
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