Born to Thrive Podcast
The Born to Thrive Podcast was created to be a safe and welcoming environment for anyone and everyone in the world and support them on their health and fitness journey. I, Alex Allen your host, have fallen victim to a lot of the misinformation out there, in turn mistreating my mind and body. I don't want that to be you. My goal is to help you embrace the power you already hold so you can thrive. I love entertaining others and helping people find joy in fitness. Drink your water, Eat your veggies, Move your body, and Don't be a dick.
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How to optimize your hormones, the harms of inflammation, effects of Mental Health on your fitness ft Nick Langer
03/04/2024
How to optimize your hormones, the harms of inflammation, effects of Mental Health on your fitness ft Nick Langer
🎙️ In this episode of the Born to Thrive podcast, join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of optimizing hormonal health, understanding the detrimental effects of inflammation, and exploring the profound impact of mental health on your fitness journey. Our special guest, Nick Langer, brings over 14 years of expertise in the coaching industry, coupled with a passion for enhancing hormonal, functional, and mental well-being to help individuals achieve their fitness goals. 💪 Discover actionable insights and strategies to optimize your hormonal balance and unlock your full potential. Learn about the interconnectedness between hormonal health, inflammation, and mental well-being, and how addressing these factors can revolutionize your fitness journey. (1:25) Intro (4:05) Optimizing hormones (10:10) Consistency with the basics (16:53) "Inflammation" (22:38) Addressing mental health and mindset with clients (29:45) Ozempic and managing PCOS with nutrition (40:15) Improving insulin sensitiviy (49:18) Tips you can do to improve insulin sensitivy (53:49) Setting expectations (58:50) What does it mean to be thriving?
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What is a Calorie Deficit? (Ep. 219)
02/28/2024
What is a Calorie Deficit? (Ep. 219)
On today's episode of the Born to Thrive Podcast, we talk about what a calorie deficit actually is and why you may have thought you were in a calorie deficit but you actually were not. We talk about how to ensure that you are actually in a deficit in the future, how to do it sustainably, and how hormones might effect your weight loss. (2:00) You will always lose weight in a calorie deficit (5:24) Energy balance (7:24) Doing everything right but the scale isn't moving (14:00) Sustainable defecits (22:43) Mastering the basics (26:06) Weight loss and hormones ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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Unraveling Narratives, Finding What You Love to Do, and Becoming an Effective Communicator with Austin Current (Ep. 218)
02/26/2024
Unraveling Narratives, Finding What You Love to Do, and Becoming an Effective Communicator with Austin Current (Ep. 218)
Please welcome Austin Current to the Born to Thrive Podcast! Austin is a world-class online fitness coach and the author of Science of Strength Training, an international best-selling book translated into 10+ languages. Since 2013, he has earned his IFBB Pro status as a drug-free athlete, the second-youngest in history at the time, graduated with a degree in Exercise Science focusing on Sports Nutrition, and has earned and upheld his NSCA-CSCS and ISSN-CISSN certifications. Austin has helped transform the lives of thousands of gym-goers, professional athletes, and personal trainers around the globe. He has contributed articles for major publications such as Men’s Health, Muscle & Fitness, Muscle & Fitness HERS, Barbend, T-Nation, and Penguin Random House Higher Education, among others. (0:44) Intro (8:22) Getting started with strength training (14:43) Experts trying to be right over being helpful (19:20) To be a coach is to be a communicator (28:00) You don't know what you don't know (36:00) Unraveling the narratives about health, nutrition, and fitness (45:50) Finding what you love to do (52:23) Life is about change (56:10) The devil we know (1:03:44) You'll never hate yourself into a body you love (1:06:56) Life after bodybuilding (1:16:32) Austin's book, The Science of Strength Training Follow Austin:
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The Facts About Reverse Diets, Metabolic Adaptation, and How Biomechanics are Overhyped with Jordan Lips (Ep. 217)
02/21/2024
The Facts About Reverse Diets, Metabolic Adaptation, and How Biomechanics are Overhyped with Jordan Lips (Ep. 217)
On today's episode of the Born to Thrive Podcast, we have special guest Jordan Lips. Jordan is a former gym owner, certified personal trainer, MNU Certified Nutritionist, Certified in biomechanics and anatomy through N1, and coffee enthusiast. Jordan talks about the misconceptions around reverse dieting, how metabolic adaptation isn't that scary, and how biomechanics are not that important for the average person trying to get in shape, and more. (3:00) What is MNU (5:19) Joey's take on reverse dieting and misinformation (15:29) Problems with marketing the reverse diet (22:33) How to "reverse" diet the right way (25:23) Metabolic adaptation isn't as scary as the fitness industry makes it out to be (29:45) Entitlement and expectations when it comes to weight loss (37:14) Closing the book on reverse dieting (41:34) The glute era and women's strength training (50:30) The lack of importance of biomechanics for the average person (54:25) Fitness and health information on social media Follow Jordan at: Podcast: Where Optimal Meets Practical
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How You Measure Progress (Ep. 216)
02/19/2024
How You Measure Progress (Ep. 216)
On today's episode of the Born to Thrive Podcast, Alex talks about real ways to measure progress with your health and fitness goals that are not related to the scale. These are "not sexy" ways to measure progress that most of the diet industry ignores because they don't always show instant results. Alex explains how you need to have a mindshift around food and unlearn much of what the diet industry has "taught" you. And Alex tells you how she has done this with her clients so you can learn from their success. (0:34) How you measure progress (5:20) Non-scale victories (8:00) Mindset shift around food (10:35) Problems with diet culture and meal plans (14:22) Short-term vs long-term thinking (15:57) Humans are inherently negative thinkers (18:43) Fear of change outweighs the fear of staying the same (22:08) Client story (25:35) Unlearning diet culture ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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How to lose weight and ACTUALLY keep it off (Ep. 215)
02/14/2024
How to lose weight and ACTUALLY keep it off (Ep. 215)
On today's episode of the Born to Thrive Podcast, Alex talks about the fixed mindset that the dieting industry has created in people causing the weight regain problem we have in the west. Alex breaks down fixed vs growth mindset, how diets are the opposite of behavior change, why the diet worked for your neighbor but not you, and how you have to fight against the norm. (0:20) Weight regain problem (1:33) Fixed vs growth mindset (4:30) How diets are the opposite of behavior change (6:53) Chronic dieter vs lifestyle change (9:30) Sales call story (15:10) It's your fault (19:00) The pain of staying the same has to outweigh the pain of change (22:00) Society has normalized things going against behavior change (25:03) The norm is not to change, you have to change the norm ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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Making a Change for the Better, Dispelling Nutrition Myths, and the Lack of Nuance on Social Media Around Nutrition and Obesity with Dr. Joey Munoz Ph.D. (Ep. 214)
02/12/2024
Making a Change for the Better, Dispelling Nutrition Myths, and the Lack of Nuance on Social Media Around Nutrition and Obesity with Dr. Joey Munoz Ph.D. (Ep. 214)
Please welcome Dr. Joey Munoz to the Born to Thrive Podcast! Dr. Joey Munoz has a Ph.D in Nutrition Science and worked for Biolayne before starting his own coaching business, Fit4Life Academy. On today's podcast, we talk about how Dr. Joey started his fitness journey, how society makes things harder for overweight or obese individuals, dispelling nutrition myths online, and more! (0:40) Intro (7:25) Joey's struggle with weight and how overweight people are not "lazy" (13:19) You can't hate yourself into a body you love (18:00) How Joey helps his client (24:22) Not ready to make a change (32:00) Being direct with communication (33:48) Being on the Biolayne Team and then starting his own company (40:48) Worst myths in the nutrition space (52:20) "What works for me" and nuance with nutrition Follow Dr. Joey Munoz at:
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Busting Fitness Frauds, Running Multiple Businesses, and Developing Confidence in Yourself with Sabrina McMullen aka "Beefcake Brina" (Ep. 213)
02/07/2024
Busting Fitness Frauds, Running Multiple Businesses, and Developing Confidence in Yourself with Sabrina McMullen aka "Beefcake Brina" (Ep. 213)
Please welcome a very special guest, Sabrina McMullen AKA Beefcake Brina, to the Born to Thrive Podcast! Sabrina is an online fitness coach and owner of multiple businesses. Today we talk about how she goes about calling out the frauds in the fitness space and what red flags you need to look out for on social media when listening to someone. We also discuss how she runs multiple businesses and how she stepped into the supplement industry by launching her own supplement company. With everything she's accomplished, we also talk about how she has developed herself as a person in doing all of these endeavors she's set out to do. (1:00) Intro (6:09) Busting fitness frauds (9:15) Being able to explain research to everyone (13:40) Red flags to look out for online (18:15) Issues with unqualified coaches in the online coaching space (22:00) How misinformation spreads so fast online (28:21) Vanguard supplements and running a second company (37;00) Issues and struggles in the supplement industry (43:09) Developing confidence and relationships (53:07) Being unique in the fitness space Follow Sabrina:
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People First, Overcoming Your Past Self, and Personal Growth with Caleb Fong (Ep. 212)
02/05/2024
People First, Overcoming Your Past Self, and Personal Growth with Caleb Fong (Ep. 212)
Please welcome Caleb Fong to the Born to Thrive Podcast! Caleb is a business coach and mentor. After running his online fitness coaching company, Caleb Fong Fit, for 6 years and crossing the 7 figure mark, he started to fall in love with the business side of building my biz and helping other coaches build theirs. Caleb left his fitness business behind and started mentoring as a business coach, working for another company, and then eventually leaving and creating his own mastermind called The People First Agency. Caleb helps entrepreneurs get out of their way to scale predictable and profitable businesses without burning out. Caleb is currently living in Austin, Texas but is originally from California, and he is getting ready for a bodybuilding show next year! (2:50) How People First Agency is different from other business coaches (5:30) Issues and clarity in entrepreneurship (10:39) Two questions to create clarity in your business (15:28) Letting go of your old identity (19:20) Hitting rock bottom and self-sabotage (26:51) What Caleb finds rewarding in mentoring others (35:45) Your past self coming back (40:47) The People First Podcast (47:50) Action step to improve your life Follow Caleb at:
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Relationships, Rewiring the Brain, and Understanding Attachment Styles with Jourdan Blue (Ep. 211)
01/31/2024
Relationships, Rewiring the Brain, and Understanding Attachment Styles with Jourdan Blue (Ep. 211)
Please welcome a very special guest, Jourdan Blue, to the Born to Thrive Podcast. Jourdan is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the creator of Relationship Theory. She is a direct and results oriented therapist and coach that has worked with thousands of individuals and couples, and is known for her ability to completely rewire and change insecure attachment styles permanently. Jourdan works with professional athletes and celebrities and also specializes in transforming mindsets, insecurities, and optimizing top performance through her rewiring process. She has traveled the world officiating weddings for her success stories and is on a mission to create more thriving healthy relationships. She believes “It’s not meant to be, It’s made to be” and she wants to ensure everyone has the opportunity to have the life (and relationship) they’ve always dreamed of. Jourdan currently lives in Nashville, TN with her husband Ryan and you can find her online at RelationshipTheory.com (1:40) What got Jourdan into therapy (10:30) Going outside of schooling and discovering attachment research (14:45) Becoming comfortable leaning into a relationship (18:55) Hurt people hurt people unless you work on your hurt (22:40) Neuroplasticity and how people can change (28:55) Tools, books, and videos that actually work (37:45) Rewiring the brain (45:00) Why you need to stop reading and listening to the wrong stuff (50:35) Understanding avoidant attachment style (1:02:45) Basement and first-floor metaphor Find Jourdan at:
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Getting Back to the Gym After Having Kids, Healthy Relationships and Mindset, and Toxic Diet Industry Trends with LWA Coach Lauren Leach (Ep. 210)
01/29/2024
Getting Back to the Gym After Having Kids, Healthy Relationships and Mindset, and Toxic Diet Industry Trends with LWA Coach Lauren Leach (Ep. 210)
Today we welcome LWA coach Lauren Leach to the Born to Thrive Podcast! Lauren is a Registered Nurse, fitness and nutrition coach, and is pre and post natal certified. Lauren just gave birth to her family's second child and we talk about some of the challenges of getting back to the gym that moms face. Lauren talks about the importance of having a healthy relationship and good communication with a partner and how to regulate emotions on today's episode. (4:30) Lauren's fitness journey (14:20) Getting back to things after pregnancy (20:06) Pregnancy restrictions (25:45) Marriage and healthy relationships (32:57) Social media and communication (39:00) Importance of positive self-talk (42:30) Learning to regulate emotions (49:50) Going against the grain to reach your goals (54:00) The gym isn't therapy (1:05:34) Having opinions and not caring if others do it (1:09:44) Toxic diet industry trends (1:14:38) What is "healthy" food? Follow Lauren at:
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Avoiding Scarcity Mindset, Creating Financial Clarity, and Finding Enjoyment while Running a Business in a Male-Dominated Industry with Cheryl (Ep. 209)
01/24/2024
Avoiding Scarcity Mindset, Creating Financial Clarity, and Finding Enjoyment while Running a Business in a Male-Dominated Industry with Cheryl (Ep. 209)
Please welcome Cheryl Belber to the Born to Thrive Podcast! Cheryl is the co-founder and CEO of Empowered to Profit, a full service accounting agency specializing in owners getting paid from their business. Breaking the sterotypical "accountant mold," this firm focuses on relations over transactions, and ensuring the business is actually making sense for you, the owner. Cheryl talks about putting more of your revenue into YOUR account, ensuring your business is here for a long time and actually benefits you so you can live out your dreams and goals, and more! (1:23) Founding Empower to Profit (5:20) Finding enjoyment and gratitude while growing a business (9:05) Embracing being direct (11:27) Challenging the stereotypes of accounting (13:20) Getting over the fear of finances (20:05) Finacial clarity in business and personal success (23:00) CEO Spreadsheet (30:25) 2024 Business predictions (33:00) Avoiding scarcity mindset (38:00) Stack wins (41:00) How running a business has changed Cheryl's marriage (45:00) Being a female business owner in a male-dominated industry Follow Cheryl: ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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Prioritizing Yourself, Changes in Relationships, and Publishing a Scientific Paper as a Ph.D Student with LWA Coach Jess (Ep. 208)
01/22/2024
Prioritizing Yourself, Changes in Relationships, and Publishing a Scientific Paper as a Ph.D Student with LWA Coach Jess (Ep. 208)
Please welcome LWA Coach Jess Kirschmann to the Born to Thrive Podcast! Jess is a PhD student at the University of Houston and an assistant coach on the LWA team. Jess is studying to get her PhD in kinesiology and is collaborating with special Oympics, exploring resources for college students, and learning about what happens with sports retirement at the collegiate level. Jess has been part of the LWA team since January 2023, today we talk about her journey starting as a LWA client, changes in her relationships, and how her mindset has changed to become a version of herself that she is proud of. (1:33) Intro (5:30) Jess's mindset shift to prioritize herself (9:30) Changes in Jess's relationships (14:30) Figuring out compromises to reach your goals (16:00) Digging deeper to figure out your why (19:25) Keeping promises to yourself (22:50) Looking at the positive over the negative (25:30) Give yourself grace instead of reacting (30:00) Question things and get curious (35:45) Your doesn't need to be physical (38:39) Jess's 1st first author scientific publication (45:35) Life is a research experiment (48:20) Jess's goals moving forward (50:24) Never break promises to yourself Follow Jess at: ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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Balancing work life and your health, having success without meal prepping, and how to build discipline and consistency with former LWA Client Nina (Ep. 207)
01/17/2024
Balancing work life and your health, having success without meal prepping, and how to build discipline and consistency with former LWA Client Nina (Ep. 207)
Welcome Nina to the Born to Thrive Podcast. Nina was a previous client of LWA coaching and had amazing success both physically and mentally. On today's podcast, Nina talks about some of her biggest takeaways she learned during her transformation, how she's sustained progress, and how she's developed discipline in herself. We talk about her distaste for meal prepping and the strategies she uses to continue to eat well, lessons she’s taken away from coaching, and how she has overcome gym anxiety. (1:10) Intro (3:40) Becoming a LWA client (4:20) Gym anxiety (7:00) Biggest lesson Nina learned from coaching (13:20) How Nina has sustained her progress (17:45) Focusing on lifestyle over scale weight (20:00) The scale is a social construct (22:00) Nutrition and cooking (26:10) Ordering out and going out to eat (28:50) How to build consistency (33:50) Balancing work and health (38:12) Power of investing in yourself (39:20) Discipline over all-or-nothing mindset (41:35) Be a positive person ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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From 400lbs to fitness coach with Chase Smith (Ep. 206)
01/15/2024
From 400lbs to fitness coach with Chase Smith (Ep. 206)
Welcome Chase to Born to Thrive! He's the COO and Assistant Coach of Conquer Fitness and Nutrition. Chase is someone who not only aims to educate and support on their health and fitness journey but has also been on an incredible journey himself. As someone who used to weigh nearly 400 pounds, he knows and understands exactly why so many are struggling and unsure of what diet to try next. He has lost over 100 pounds, and that’s just what the scale shows. While this journey hasn’t been easy, and I’ve had many ups and downs, he continues to look forward to my next goal ahead. Chase is joining us today to share his own journey, the struggles with identity that come with weight loss, and more! You can find Chase at (1:29) Intro (4:20) Reframing weight loss challenges (6:20) Using strategy instead of motivation to lose weight (10:00) "I thought I had to do something with a name attached to it" (20:30) When people notice the weight loss (24:00) What happens when you don't do the inner work (28:33) Slowing down for better results (33:15) Mental battles and insecurities (43:00) Making a shift (49:00) Navigating holidays (52:20) Tools to improve your mindset (1:02:00) Morning routine (1:05:44) Prioritizing hobbies and commitments to yourself (1:13:15) problems with grind mentality (1:15:45) Dating and being a "yes man" (1:17:37) The power of "no" and setting boundaries (1:22:15) Ghosting saying more about you (1:28:38) Why you need to communicate (1:32:43) You need to feel pain to feel the good (1:36:17) We're all human
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How to stay active when you have little kids, the 7 times rule, and training for your hobbies with LWA Coach Chris Heskett (Ep. 204)
01/10/2024
How to stay active when you have little kids, the 7 times rule, and training for your hobbies with LWA Coach Chris Heskett (Ep. 204)
Today we have another special guest on the podcast, Chris Heskett. Chris is an assistant coach and head of operations at LWA coaching. Chris first started his health and fitness journey back in 2005 when competed in cross country and track in high school. He had the opposite goal of most people, and that was to build muscle. This led him to have a passion for health, fitness, and nutrition and he decided to go to school for exercise science instead of pursuing a degree in art which was recommended by his teachers. While in college, Chris had the privilege to work as the strength coach for a DII women's basketball team and did a strength and conditioning internship at Bucknell University. After graduating from Bloomsburg University, Chris worked as a personal trainer for the next 8 years working mostly with men and women over 40. After Chris's wife became pregnant with their first daughter, Chris left the in-person training world and entered the online coaching space in 2021. Chris's goal with clients is to find balance in their life for long-term sustainable goals so that they can enjoy life while improving their health, mindset, and can escape toxic diet culture. Chris has competed in bodybuilding, dabbled in powerlifting and strongman, and currently pursues his passions of cooking and the outdoors (1:05) Intro (5:35) Building sustainable habits (8:14) How to stay healthy with kids (10:58) Non-negotiables and core values (12:50) What's important about working out? (15:30) Being outdoorsy (19:30) Staying active while working from home (27:40) Including your kids with your hobbies and lifestyle (31:00) The 7 times rule + Navigating meals with kids (34:40) Overcooked eggs and turning things into a great experience (38:00) Problems with the online fitness world (40:30) Diet fads (46:35) Major body changes over Chris's fitness journey (56:00) "Addicted" to dieting (1:00:10) Dials vs an on/off switch (1:04:39) Improving your relationship with food (1:12:04) Chris's hunting hobby (1:17:10) Your journey is your journey ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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Calling out toxic fitness trends, creating non-negotiables, and learning to show up for yourself with James Cappola (Ep. 204)
01/08/2024
Calling out toxic fitness trends, creating non-negotiables, and learning to show up for yourself with James Cappola (Ep. 204)
Today's guest is James Cappola James has been in the fitness industry for 18 years.. he first started going door to door through word of mouth. With his bosu ball(which he hates), bands, and adjustable 40lb dumbbells. From there he was one of the top trainers at Gold's gym.. realized he wanted more and moved to the city to work at Crunch. He worked his way up the ladder, and he managed two gyms. His team still holds the sales record at the Park Ave location to this day. That’s because he is all about the service and people. When you have a great product, the success will follow. That’s why he took a chance on us and opened up Zero Shortcuts Fitness Training when the pandemic hit. James and his wife were scared, but still knew that they could do anything. Fast forward to today and James and his wife have a thriving business with clients that they love to work with and a following that truly connects with them. James has put himself through hell as far as diet culture/eating disorders/severe body dimorphism.. So he knows firsthand how scary it can be. James does everything he can to show people the light at the end of the tunnel in a fun way that helps them see this whole fitness thing under a different light...and of course call out the worst of the worst in the industry Besides that, James is 35, lives in New York City, NY with his wife and co-owner of zero shortcuts. James has a bachelor's in exercise science and is a certified personal trainer through the ACSM. (1:50) Where James's integrity and compassion comes from (5:45) How Jame's got into fitness (12:00) Non-negotiables (15:10) Building a realistic workout program (20:15) Toxic trends in the fitness industry (32:00) Dealing with self-sabotage and limiting beliefs (36:27) Reminding yourself of wins (39:40) Leaning on your partner for help (41:45) Learning to love yourself and show up (48:10) Jame's podcast launch (50:05) Action steps to reach your goals ------------------------------ Follow James at: ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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How to reach your goals while traveling, creating a balanced relationship with alcohol, and finding happiness after elite athletics with Dr. Julia Lerond (Ep. 203)
01/03/2024
How to reach your goals while traveling, creating a balanced relationship with alcohol, and finding happiness after elite athletics with Dr. Julia Lerond (Ep. 203)
We are starting something new in 2024, and that is having guests on the Born to Thrive Podcast. Our first guest is Dr. Julia Lerond Julia Lerond, PT, DPT is a former professional figure skater who transitioned into the medical field by getting her bachelor's degree in exercise science and psychology in 2012, continuing on to get her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2015. Through her own journey of transitioning from the demands of being an elite athlete to a college student and beyond, Julia has developed a passion for health and fitness in a much more relatable and sustainable way. She had the privilege to work on Royal Caribbean as a performer straight out of high school and directly after retiring from the elite side of figure skating which led her into a downward spiral of binge eating, gaining close to 50lbs in just 8 months during her contract. Due to this, she was not offered a second contract which ultimately led to her starting college and starting her health and wellness journey as an adult. ins Today, she loves working with her clients on body positivity as well as helping them get to their goals in a sustainable and healthy way. Through mindset changes and education, she hopes to bring a sense of joy and excitement into any wellness journey because moving towards a healthier version of yourself should be an amazing and happy experience! (1:06) Intro (8:30) Discipline after retiring from figure skating (12:03) How can you go months without working out? (16:00) Metabolism and activity as we get older (22:20) Staying active when it's cold and dark (27:00) How to be successful with your 2024 goals (37:45) Stop saying you "fell off" with your goals (40:00) Not a breakfast person (46:40) Julia's day of eating (1:00:08) Finding a balance between drinking alcohol and health ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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How We Help People Stop Yo-Yo Dieting for Good (Ep. 202)
01/01/2024
How We Help People Stop Yo-Yo Dieting for Good (Ep. 202)
In this episode of "Born to Thrive," we dive into how LWA Coaching's 3-Step Surviving to Thriving Method actually helps people stop yo-yo dieting and gets real results. There is no gatekeeping and this episode goes through all three phases so that you can do it own your own in 2024. (1:20) Alex's Yo-Yo Diet Journey (3:00) Surviving to Thriving (5:40) Earn the Right to Diet (17:40) Do the Boring Work (21:30) Time to Thrive (29:00) Recap ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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You're Better Than Ghosting (Ep. 201)
12/22/2023
You're Better Than Ghosting (Ep. 201)
In this solo episode of Born to Thrive, your host Alex Allen delves into the phenomenon of ghosting, exploring its prevalence in modern relationships and its profound impact on mental well-being. From friendships to romantic connections, ghosting has become a common experience that leaves individuals feeling abandoned, confused, and emotionally wounded. (2:40) You have time (6:00) Ghosting isn't okay (7:40) Ghosting is a reflection of you (13:50) Breaking free from ghosting with neuroscience (18:00) Being a true friend ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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200th Episode! Don't Let Your Emotions Dictate Your Actions (Ep. 200)
12/21/2023
200th Episode! Don't Let Your Emotions Dictate Your Actions (Ep. 200)
JOIN US FOR OUR 200th EPISODE!! Where we discuss how to keep showing up for yourself even when you don't feel like it! (2:30) Keeping the promises you make to yourself (5:00) Why is Alex Happy? (8:00) Is it self-care? or are you just numbing yourself? ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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How to Stop Relying on Motivation (it will fade) (Ep. 199)
12/13/2023
How to Stop Relying on Motivation (it will fade) (Ep. 199)
In this episode of "Born to Thrive," we dive into the rollercoaster ride of motivation. Learn why relying on it can be a slippery slope and discover practical tips for staying on track even when motivation is low. Tune in for a quick guide on what to do when you're not feeling motivated. (3:00) Getting up when you're not motivated (6:00) Navy SEALS training (9:45) Relax and surrender, don't fight it (11:45) Still show up (15:40) You have more control than you realize (16:45) 3...2...1... ------------------------------ Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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You'll Never Hate Yourself into a Body You Love (Ep. 198)
12/11/2023
You'll Never Hate Yourself into a Body You Love (Ep. 198)
This impactful episode of "Born to Thrive" explores the transformative power of embracing change. Alex delves into the liberating notion that it's okay to desire personal transformation without shame. Discover how the drive for change propels you forward, guiding you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Tune in as we discuss the mindset of continuous growth, emphasizing the philosophy of getting 1% better each day. The episode also unravels the myth of quick fixes, emphasizing the importance of discipline over shortcuts. Explore the concept of avoiding the ordinary and embracing a mindset that goes beyond societal norms. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that challenges conventional thinking and encourages you to reflect on your own journey (2:00) You don't need to be ashamed to want to change (5:45) Wanting a change keeps pushing you forward (8:00) Best version of you (11:30) Always wanting to grow (13:30) 1% better (17:00) Quick fixes are not discipline (20:00) Don't be a normie (23:45) What are your thoughts? -------------------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion:
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You Can't Change What You Don't Know (Ep. 197)
12/06/2023
You Can't Change What You Don't Know (Ep. 197)
Join host Alex Allen in this informative episode of "Born to Thrive," where we get a little uncomfortable and talk about how lack of awareness stops growth. Alex dives into her own experiences and some client experiences going over how to build self-awarness, and how without it, there is no change. (2:00) Self-awareness is scary (4:18) No self-awareness, no change (8:20) The key to self-growth (11:45) Insanity (15:20) Admit when you're wrong (16:48) Own the bad, to own the good ------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion: Free sample pack with LMNT: Get Notion Pro : Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. -------------
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You Need to Hear This (Ep. 196)
12/04/2023
You Need to Hear This (Ep. 196)
Join host Alex Allen in this transformative episode of "Born to Thrive," where we go over how perfectionism is the enemy of progress and getting results is more simple than many realize. We go over the G.R.O.W model of goal setting and how it's a little better than setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals. Plus we provide you with a free GROW worksheet so you can go through the process yourself. (1:06) It's more simple than you realize (4:40) You don't suck, you're just new (6:15) The burning candle (8:00) Perfection is the enemy of progress (11:50) The only person judging you is you (15:00) Be excited (16:30) GROW Model ------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion: Free sample pack with LMNT: Get Notion Pro : Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. -------------
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The Gym isn't Therapy (Ep. 195)
11/29/2023
The Gym isn't Therapy (Ep. 195)
Join Alex Allen in this thought-provoking episode of the Born to Thrive podcast as we unravel the intricate connection between mental health and fitness goals. Explore the profound impact of our psychological well-being on our physical transformations and discover practical strategies to align mental and physical well-being. (1:45) The gym doesn't replace therapy (6:00) I'll be happy when... (9:30) Stop chasing JUST fat loss (12:05) Never good enough (14:50) You shouldn't be giving up your life for fat loss (18:30) Get your mental health in check (21:00) Not being able to feel emotions is a weakness, not the other way around (22:24) Action steps ------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion: Free sample pack with LMNT: Get Notion Pro : Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. -------------
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You Don't Actually Have a All-or-Nothing Mindset (Ep. 194)
11/27/2023
You Don't Actually Have a All-or-Nothing Mindset (Ep. 194)
Join host Alex Allen in this transformative episode of "Born to Thrive," where we unravel the complexities of the all-or-nothing mindset. From defining its characteristics to exploring the neuroscience behind it, Alex provides actionable strategies to disrupt thought patterns and build a balanced lifestyle. Discover the science, challenge your perspective, and embrace a more sustainable approach to health and well-being. Tune in, celebrate small wins, and actively choose a path toward lasting vitality. It's time to break free from extremes and thrive! (1:00) What is a all-or-nothing mindset (5:00) Science behind all-or-nothing mindsets (8:00) How you burnout (10:00) Why we try to be perfect (13:20) Perfectionism is validation for bad behavior (15:45) Doing your best and all-or-nothing are not the same (16:55) How to overcome the all-or-nothing mindset ------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion: Free sample pack with LMNT: Get Notion Pro : Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. -------------
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Failure Isn't the End (Ep. 193)
11/22/2023
Failure Isn't the End (Ep. 193)
Join me, Alex Allen, in a candid conversation that redefines the narrative around failure. In this episode, we explore the resilience found in the face of setbacks, debunking the myth that failure signifies the end. We kick off the discussion with my passion for superhero movies, setting the stage for a journey into personal growth and strength. Spoiler alert, as we draw inspiration from a pivotal moment in 'Infinity War' and explore its parallels to our own lives. We unravel a powerful truth—it only takes one moment to change the course of your narrative. Discover how setbacks can become catalysts for personal transformation. Digging deeper, we examine the profound impact of self-belief. Learn how cultivating confidence in your abilities can reshape your perspective on failure, turning it into an opportunity for learning and growth. I guide you through the shift in mindset needed to navigate through failure. We dissect the elements that contribute to resilience and the mental fortitude required to persevere through challenges. Small changes can pave the way for significant transformations. Join me as we discuss the ripple effect of making incremental adjustments in your life and how these seemingly minor shifts can drive meaningful change. We celebrate the notion that failure is a stepping stone, not a roadblock. This episode encapsulates the spirit of resilience, growth, and strength found in the aftermath of setbacks. Listen in as we unpack stories of triumph, share personal insights, and inspire a mindset shift that empowers you to view failure not as a conclusion but as a transformative chapter in your ongoing journey. This is more than a podcast; it's a conversation about resilience, growth, and the infinite possibilities that lie beyond failure. (0:55) Why Alex loves superhero movies (1:45) Infinity War Spoiler (2:40) It only takes 1 moment (5:50) The power of self-belief (7:50) The shift you need to make (9:45) Small changes are the reason for change (11:28) Failure isn't the end ------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion: Free sample pack with LMNT: Get Notion Pro : Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. -------------
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Why I Would NEVER Strength Train for Weight Loss(Ep. 192)
11/20/2023
Why I Would NEVER Strength Train for Weight Loss(Ep. 192)
Discover the often-overlooked key to a healthier lifestyle in this episode with Alex Allen. Join me in a candid conversation as I share personal insights and lessons learned about why I choose not to strength train solely for weight loss. In this episode, we shift the focus away from the scale and explore the profound benefits of strength training beyond its impact on body weight. Drawing from my own experiences, I delve into the nuanced aspects of physical and mental well-being that are often missed in the pursuit of weight loss. Throughout the conversation, we'll navigate the misconceptions surrounding strength training and why it's not just about getting bulky. Instead, we'll uncover the transformative power of building strength for a balanced and toned physique. As we explore the journey beyond weight, I touch on the metabolic advantages of strength training and its surprising psychological impacts. This isn't just a discussion about fitness; it's a reflection on the holistic approach to well-being. This episode goes beyond the conventional mindset, offering a refreshing perspective on strength training and its impact on overall health. It's not just about losing weight; it's about embracing a lifestyle that prioritizes physical and mental vitality. (1:00) What is healthy? (2:00) Why I wouldn't strength train just to lose weight (3:40) Benefits of strength training (5:50) Why you won't get bulky (9:00) How you should feel after a workout (11:30) Weight loss doesn't equal happiness (16:00) Get your mind away from the scale (22:00) Metabolic benefits of strength training (24:15) Psycological impacts of sudden weight loss (33:00) Happiness ------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion: Free sample pack with LMNT: Get Notion Pro : Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. -------------
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Feature Replay Episode from the Wild Nutrition Podcast (Ep. 191)
11/15/2023
Feature Replay Episode from the Wild Nutrition Podcast (Ep. 191)
Today's podcast is a little different. This is a feature replay from when Alex was on LWA's COO and Assistant Coach Chris Heskett's podcast, Wild Nutrition, back in August. Alex talks about her story from being a firefighter, doing stunts, modeling, becoming a personal trainer, and then ultimately starting her own coaching business. Alex and Chris talk about mindset and how to overcome common hurdles, and issues in the fitness industry that drive them both crazy. ------------- Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: Save 20% with alex from Legion: Free sample pack with LMNT: Get Notion Pro : Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. ------------- -------------
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