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285. Q&A: Fixing Skinny Fat & What To Eat For A Stronger + Leaner Body When Your Goal Is Body Recomposition

Release Date: 04/03/2025

353. 5 Practical Fat Loss Tips To Help You Lose 10 Pounds Or More In The New Year

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On today’s episode, I’m sitting down solo to share five practical fat loss tips you can carry into 2026 — and start using today — to help you lose 10 pounds or more in the New Year. If you’re coming out of the holidays craving structure, momentum, and a plan that actually feels doable, this episode is your January jumpstart. The tips I’m highlighting are the exact habits I rely on for myself and my clients as a Registered Dietitian… habits that make fat loss feel easier, eating more practical, and the entire journey far less complicated or overwhelming. Whether you’re currently...

352. Don't Make These Weight Loss Mistakes In 2026

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2026 is here, and it’s time to permanently lose weight — once and for all. In today’s solo episode, I’m calling out the four biggest weight loss mistakes I do not want you making in 2026, especially if you feel like you’ve tried everything and still can’t get results that last. These are the exact patterns I’ve seen over and over throughout 2025 that keep women stuck year after year. For each mistake, I break down what it is, why it holds you back, and how to approach your goal differently in a way that’s rooted in science, practicality, and real life (instead of restriction,...

351. How To Lose Weight After Christmas (And Stop The Holiday Spiral)

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On today’s episode I am sitting down solo to walk you through exactly how to lose weight after Christmas without falling into the guilt-driven holiday spiral that keeps so many women stuck. If the scale is up, your jeans feel tighter, or your brain is already jumping to “I ruined everything” mode, this conversation is your reset. I’m breaking down what’s actually happening in your body after a few days of indulgence, why overeating during the holidays does not equal real fat gain, and the sneaky all-or-nothing traps that make January feel so much harder than it needs to be. I...

350. Survive Holiday Gatherings, Dinners & Parties Without Sabotaging Progress (With These Tips)

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On today’s episode, I’m sitting down solo to help you prepare for all the holiday gatherings, dinner parties, and events coming your way by sharing my top tips for enjoying the season without sabotaging your progress. If the holidays make you anxious about overeating or feeling guilty for indulging (especially because you love food) — this episode will help you navigate it all with intention while still enjoying yourself. I’m breaking down six simple strategies I personally rely on to move through events with confidence so you can enjoy festive foods, handle social pressure, and stay...

349. ALYSSA’S STORY: Losing 20 Pounds by Putting Herself First With Simple, Realistic Weight Loss Tweaks

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On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Alyssa, who lost 20 pounds by finally putting herself first — not through restriction or perfection, but by making simple, realistic changes that actually fit into her life. If you’re in a season of survival right now or navigating a major life transition… and you’re tired of feeling uncomfortable in your skin while everyone else’s needs come before your own, Alyssa’s story is going to speak right to you. After years of surviving, sacrificing, and pushing her own needs to the bottom of the list, Alyssa decided something had to change. Her...

348. Q&A: Not at Your Goal Weight? How To Lose It Before Getting Pregnant

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On today's episode, I am sitting down solo to answer a question submitted by one of our amazing listener’s named Katie on fat loss before conception. If you are at a weight right now that makes you scared to conceive, or perhaps have been told losing weight will help you on your conception journey, this episode covers exactly this. I’m discussing how fat loss can fit into the journey of trying to conceive and pregnancy, Dietitian-approved strategies on how to lose body fat safely while supporting fertility, my top personal tips and best practices for women looking to become healthier...

347. ALLISON'S STORY: Losing The Last 10 Pounds By Doing LESS

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On today’s episode, I’m joined by one of my 1:1 coaching clients, Allison, who’s sharing how she broke through her plateau and lost the last 10 pounds — not by pushing harder, but by doing less. It sounds counterintuitive, but “less” can actually be the key to better fat loss. When you’re stuck, it’s rarely about motivation or effort. More often, your effort is solid… but your plan isn’t intentionally targeting what’s truly holding you back. In the episode, Allison opens up about: ✔️ What she did to lose the first 10 pounds postpartum versus the last 10 pounds on her...

346. If You're Stuck What's Better For Fat Loss: 30g Protein For Breakfast OR Intermittent Fasting

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On today’s episode, I am answering a question submitted by one of our amazing listeners named Lexi on what's better…. a 30g protein packed breakfast to start your day or skipping breakfast by intermittent fasting. By the end of the episode, you'll learn why intermittent fasting can work for fat loss, but also why starting your day with a proper, protein rich breakfast also can be very advantageous for body fat loss. I'll also share the exact factors I look to first when a client isn’t shedding weight, how fasting can backfire if your meals aren’t built correctly, and the one shift that...

345. I Don't Want To Ruin My Progress On Thanksgiving.... So Here's What To Do Instead

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On today’s episode, I’m sitting down for a solo chat about one of the biggest struggles women face on Thanksgiving: feeling like they’re ruining their progress by indulging in a fun, higher calorie meal. When you’re in a groove with your fitness routine (or even just starting to see movement on the scale) – it can feel discouraging and frustrating when the holidays roll around. It’s almost like they’re designed to throw you off track. As a result, it’s incredibly common for women on a fitness journey to experience food guilt. You want to enjoy the holidays, but you also don’t...

344. The Missing Piece: You Eat Like A Rabbit Or Linebacker (There's No In Between)

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Today I’m wrapping up my 6-part series, The Missing Piece, with a final episode on one of the most common issues women face when dieting that keeps them stuck. If you can lose a few pounds but gain them right back every week, there’s a good chance you’re caught in the extremes of dieting. Eating “good” and “clean” during the week often leads to intense cravings once the weekend hits, which can trigger overeating and overindulging. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down this exhausting cycle and exactly how to overcome it. I’m sharing what true consistency really looks like,...

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On today's episode, I am sitting down solo to answer a question submitted by one of our amazing listeners named Christy on how to eat to lose fat and gain muscle so you don’t look “skinny fat” and instead look strong, lean and toned.

If you have lost weight or don’t feel like you have a lot of weight to lose however you still don’t feel your fittest and healthiest – today’s episode is on skinny fat and particularly what you should be eating to gain muscle and improve strength so you look leaner and more toned.

The key to reversing skinny fat is not by eating less, but eating smarter and more intentional. In today’s episode I’m breaking down what you need to know about your calories for this goal and how to adjust your macros and training approach. I also discuss what types of foods you should be eating, and why.

By the end of this episode you’ll walk away with a sustainable strategy to nourish your body, support muscle gain, improve your metabolic health, and feel better in your body!

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