290. Q&A: Dieting, ADHD Meds & Muscle Loss: What You Really Need to Know
Release Date: 04/28/2025
306. 5 Sneaky Mistakes You Don't Realize Are Sabotaging Your Fat Loss Progress
Hot, Healthy, Never Hungry
On today’s solo episode, I’m calling out five sneaky mistakes that could be quietly stalling your fat loss… without you even realizing it. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing everything right” but still aren’t seeing the scale move (or your clothes fit better), this episode is for you. From subtle mindset traps to habits that fly under the radar, I’m sharing the real talk you need — along with the exact things I coach clients through — so you can break through your plateau and start seeing results. We’ll cover the surprisingly common mistake that derails progress...
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305. Once You Nail The Basics, Here's What To Focus On To Up-level Your Training & Results
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On today’s solo episode, I’m getting real about a hard truth most people won’t tell you: The habits that got you here in your weight loss journey won’t necessarily get you to the next level. If you’re ready to break out of your comfort zone, this episode is for you. I’m sharing my Dietitian-approved strategies I use with my coaching clients to up-level both their fitness and nutrition without slipping into self-punishment or all-or-nothing thinking. We’re breaking things down into two powerful segments. First, focusing on exercise and how to uplevel your training and push past...
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304. Q&A: How to Stay on Track With Fat Loss When You’re Tired, Burned Out, or Dealing With Daily Fatigue
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On today’s solo episode I’m answering a powerful listener question from Haley: How do you keep up with fat loss habits when you’re completely drained? Whether you're navigating chronic fatigue, burnout, PMS, pregnancy, or just a heavy life season: this episode is for you. I’m sharing 5 of my best tips that helped me stay consistent with my nutrition, movement, and self-care during arguably one of the hardest, most transformative years of my life. These tips are simple and sustainable strategies that will help you feel more in control, even when energy is your most limited resource. If...
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303. Q&A: When the Scale Stops Moving... Is It a Plateau or Just Part of the Process?
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On today’s episode, I’m sitting down solo to answer a question from one of our amazing listeners named Sarah on what to actually do when the scale stalls — even when you’re hitting all your fat loss habits. I’m breaking down how to know if you're in a real plateau or simply in a phase where fat loss is happening behind the scenes. You’ll also hear the most common reasons the scale doesn’t move (even when progress is happening), the exact benchmarks I use with clients to assess what’s really going on, and why it’s so important not to adjust your plan too quickly when the scale...
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302. Top 5 Hard Truths You Must Understand To Get Leaner & Stronger
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On today’s episode, I’m sitting down solo to share what it really takes to get leaner, stronger, and finally see the results you've been working for. I’m breaking down five hard truths every woman needs to understand to create real change — so you can start training and eating with intention and finally break through. If you’re feeling frustrated because you think you’re doing everything right but the scale or mirror isn’t budging — or you’re tired of the same recycled advice that never moves the needle — this episode was made for you. This isn’t just motivation… It's a...
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301. Q&A: Should You Weigh Meat Raw or Cooked? (And Other Food Logging Tips That Can Double Your Progress)
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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 Courtney regarding how do you accurately track the nutrition facts for cooked versus raw meat. If you’ve ever stared down at your dinner, unsure whether to weigh your chicken before or after cooking, or wondered if one little mistake in your food log could totally wreck your progress, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through the science behind how meat changes in weight and nutrition when cooked, reveal my go-to tracking strategies, and break down the biggest logging...
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300. CORY RUTH: PCOS Weight Loss (Do Calories Still Matter, Balancing Blood Sugar, How Hormones Impact Fat Loss & Smart Supplement Strategies)
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Today’s episode is a must-listen if you’re navigating PCOS and feel like the rules of weight loss just don’t apply to you. I’m joined by registered dietitian and PCOS specialist Cory Ruth, whose no-BS, science-backed approach to women’s health cuts through the noise and gets straight to what actually works. We’re breaking down why weight loss can feel so much harder with PCOS, but how it’s absolutely not impossible. We discuss insulin resistance and blood sugar’s relationship to PCOS, the specific PCOS hormones at play and their associated symptoms, the gaps in medical care...
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299. Are Your Body Image Issues Actually Why You Have Trouble Losing Weight?
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In today’s solo episode, I’m getting real about something that doesn’t get talked about enough — how body image struggles can quietly sabotage your weight loss journey. We’re diving into the emotional side of fat loss — the self-talk, the mindset traps, and the ways we unknowingly hold ourselves back by thinking we need to hate our bodies into change. I’m sharing personal stories and client experiences to show you why mindset—not just macros and meal plans—is often the real roadblock to progress. You’ll hear the honest truth about separating your self-worth from your...
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298. Not Seeing Progress Yet? 3 Fixes to Make Before Summer’s Over
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In today’s solo episode, I’m cutting through the noise to show you exactly why your progress has stalled—and what you can do about it. If you feel stuck in a weight loss plateau, you're not alone. I’m sharing the top three simple but powerful tweaks I’ve been coaching my clients on lately—real strategies that are already helping women like you see visible results before summer’s over. If you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself and start building real momentum, this episode is your roadmap. You’ll leave with a fresh, honest perspective and a clear action plan to finally...
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297. 6 Ways Social Media Is DERAILING Your Weight Loss Goals (Why & What To Do About It)
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On today’s solo episode, I’m getting real about something that’s quietly shaping — and sometimes sabotaging — our health and fitness journeys: social media. If you’ve ever caught yourself deep in a scroll, feeling more overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck than ever before – this episode’s for you. As a Registered Dietitian who lives and works in the online space, I see it all. Social media can absolutely be a powerful tool — but it can also seriously derail your weight loss progress if you’re not intentional or critical of what you consume. So today, I’m breaking down the...
info_outlineIn today’s solo episode, I’m answering a powerful question from listener Stephanie about a challenge many women face on their fitness journey: what to do when medication suppresses your appetite and you’re not eating enough — especially when you’re trying to maintain or build muscle.
Whether you're taking ADHD medication, weight loss meds, or anything else that impacts your hunger cues… Navigating nutrition can get tricky. And while eating less might seem like a fast track to fat loss, undereating can actually slow your metabolism and lead to unwanted muscle loss.
In this episode, I’m breaking down realistic, doable strategies to help you get enough nutrition even on low-appetite days. You’ll learn how to fuel your body in a way that supports your muscle and aesthetic goals, keeps your metabolism up, and works with your medication — not against your progress.
If muscle tone, strength, and a healthy metabolism are on your goal list, this is one you don’t want to miss.
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