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203. The Skill of Training to Failure13 Nov 202500:26:37

After 15 years of lifting, I've learned that training to failure isn't just about “going hard” it's a skill you need to develop and practice. Over the past year, I've grown to love it, but the journey wasn't straightforward.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the obstacles I worked through: choosing the right weight, avoiding injury, feeling it in the right muscle, understanding form failure versus muscle failure and more. I'll share the practical strategies that transformed my approach, from mastering setup and leverage, to using tempo work, to training my brain to stay focused under heavy loads, and exactly what to focus on first.

If you're wanting to increase your training intensity this episode is for you to gain the process to take it to the next level.

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202. 5 Macro Mistakes I See Every Single Week (And how to fix them)05 Nov 202500:14:53

Can you hit two macros perfectly but the third one is always way off? Do you feel guilty after overeating and want to restrict the next day? You're not alone, these are two of the five macro mistakes I see in nearly every client check-in. In this episode, I'm walking you through exactly what's going wrong and how to fix it so you can finally hit your targets consistently.

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193. 5 Levels of Macro Tracking and When to Use Each28 Aug 202500:21:34

There is a range of options for how to track macros. From using a food scale, to measuring cups, estimating with your hands and more. They're so helpful to know when you're out and about and don't have access to a food scale, or even those time periods when you're not tracking your macros but you still want to be directional too. Today I cover the 5 different ways to track macros and when you may want to use or consider each. 

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108. Bloodwork - What it is, Why it's helpful, How to get it done27 Dec 202300:25:08

Bloodwork can be so beneficial, especially for the ladies I work with.  I think everyone should be getting their bloodwork down 2x a year. There is a big misunderstanding about how bloodwork can be used to optimize your shape and your health. This episode provides an introduction to what bloodwork is, why is beneficial to building muscle or decreasing body fat, and the step-by-step instructions to order your own bloodwork. 

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107. Helping Women Create Big Physique Transformations - Guest Interview with Jeremiah Bair20 Dec 202300:55:30

In my interview with Jeremiah, who is also a nutrition coach for high-achieving ladies, we dive into many of the tools and processes to change ladies' shapes.We have a lot of similar concepts, but I think it's great to hear the way he explains them. 
 
We cover a handful of topics like:

- How most aren't undereating but they're underfueling
- The two biggest mistakes he sees when trying to take your shape to the next level
- How long it takes to see major progress and the break down of each phase
- Macros vs. Meal plans and the benefits of each
- Hormone health in females related to progress
- and more!

Jeremiah Bair is the owner of Elevated Coaching Systems - a fitness & nutrition coaching company specializing in physique development for women.

With over a decade of coaching experience, he has a deep passion for learning and teaching all things nutrition and physique development.

Jeremiah's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/jeremiahbair/?hl=en

Elevated Coaching Systems Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedcoachingsystems/?hl=en

Living Lean Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/712032

Elevated Coaching Systems Website: https://elevatedcoachingsystems.com/

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106. What to Order on the Road13 Dec 202300:10:27

Whether it's travel over the holiday season, working late, or out running errands, feeling confident ordering something to eat while on the road is a must!  In this episode I provide the specific structure for ordering your meals and specific go-to restaurants I would recommend that are quick, convenient, and directional.

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105. Strategy, Science, + Structure06 Dec 202300:14:25

While these 3 are the main categories for most of what gets covered on this podcast, today I want to speak about each directly and how they work together for you to change your body composition for the long term!  You likely have never heard it articulated this way before.

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104. Professional Bikini Competitor - What it takes with WBFF Pro Bridgette Godfrey29 Nov 202301:07:15

I interviewed Bridgette Godfrey, a WBFF pro and online training and nutrition coach from Australia. We delve into the world of bodybuilding discussing what it takes to be a competitor and how non-competitor can use some of these tools.

We cover a range of topics including:

  • The unique aspects of WBFF, IFBB, and various other federations and judging criteria
  • The challenges and rewards of being a competitor
  • The dedication required to excel in the sport
  • The journey towards achieving a competitor's physique


Bridgette's instagram - @fitspicebridge 

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103. Part 2 - Faster Changes vs. Sustainable Changes - Physically22 Nov 202300:09:46

To one extreme, you can make faster and less sustainable changes, on the other you can make slower and more sustainable changes.  

They are like a seesaw though, there is a lot of opportunity in between. In this episode, I share why this is the case, the pros and cons of each, and my recommendation on how to mix the two.  

Last week I discussed just the mentality of it. This week in Part 2, I focus on this topic through the physique lens.

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102. Part 1 - Faster Changes vs. Sustainable Changes - Mentality15 Nov 202300:11:29

To one extreme, you can make faster and less sustainable changes, on the other you can make slower and more sustainable changes.  They are like a seesaw though, there is a lot of opportunity in between.  In this episode, I share why this is the case, the pros and cons of each, and my recommendation on how to mix the two.  In part 1, we'll specifically discuss just the mentality of it. Next week we'll focus on this topic through the physique lens.

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101. Tips when Creating your Meal Bank08 Nov 202300:21:25

Here I discuss the importance of having a meal bank and share tips for creating one, such as starting with existing go-to meals and using Pinterest and Instagram for inspiration. I emphasize how to make your meals in your Meal Bank efficient, tasty, and macro-friendly and provide examples of meals I've tried recently. This episode will give you helpful steps, ideas, and tips to build your Meal Bank to simplify your nutrition routine and make meal planning more consistent.

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100. Top Takeaways from 100 Episodes01 Nov 202300:20:57

In celebration of 100 episodes, I'm giving a little more context behind some of the best ones!

In this episode, I use the new Podcast Directory to get through each category of episodes (from Training, Nutrition Science, Guest Interviews, etc.) and share the episodes that have had the biggest impact for both my ladies and myself.

Live now! Click the link in my bio to listen on your walk today!

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Podcast Directory25 Oct 202300:01:31

Welcome to the Create Your Shape podcast where I, Jenny the Nutritionist, help you gain muscle and decrease body fat. All episodes are specific for the professional lady who lifts weights and wants to look like it.

To help you more easily find helpful episodes, I have created a Podcast Directory where you can sort by date or category and see the title, and full description, with links to listen. You can even search for keywords to find an episode. 

Full Podcast Directory

If you're new, I also suggest starting off with The Body Comp Blueprint - A 3-Part Series covering the Nutrition Strategy, Training, and Routines to change your body composition.

The Body Comp Blueprint - Listen on Apple

The Body Comp Blueprint - Listen on Spotify

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192. The Perfect Training Program?20 Aug 202500:17:35

I get why everyone wants to find the “Perfect” Training Program that checks all of the boxes.  And honestly, I think there is a pretty close framework of a program especially for the type of ladies I work with who have shape goals but also want to consider their health, functionality, and athleticism.

However, there are 3 major factors that you always want to consider when thinking through your training. In the episode, you’ll learn these along with how to consider days per week, time per session, training experience, and more. 

If you’re interested in this topic, then you should join the free Look Like You Lift Weights Week Challenge! Now is the time to start on your Primer Tools, we get started August 25th.

Click here to sign up for the Look Like You Lift Weights Week Challenge!

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99. How Long to Diet For18 Oct 202300:14:06

In this world, a "diet" simply means a dedicated time period in a calorie deficit.  How long to diet for is a question I get asked a lot. I'll specifically answer this for a certain type of lady, one who has ~5-20lbs to lose (less than 40), is consistently lifting weights, and is overall healthy.   In this episode, I break down things to consider, a bit of science behind dieting, and my specific recommendations on the length of time to diet. 

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98. "I just need to do better next week"11 Oct 202300:13:42

I used to say this to myself after reflecting on the week.  I see it often in my ladies weekly check-ins too.  Here I'm going to share the exact tool I use and how I coach my ladies to actually "do better next week".  It is 3 steps that actually change what you accomplish in the following weeks, months, and years to come.

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97. Mrs. Macros - Guest Interview with Henem Bolton04 Oct 202301:04:54

They call her Mrs. Macros as Henem:

1) Owns a macro-based meal plan company here in Bali (Macro Kitchen)

2) Consistently and easily hits her macros to support her performance and her incredible shape

In this episode, Henem and I discuss the ins and outs of all things Macros, meal planning, performance, aesthetics, lifestyle factors, and so much more. 

You will learn so much in this episode along with tangible tips and stories from our experiences with our own journeys and working with so many clients. 

Hemem's Bio:

Physiotherapist by trade converted to nutrition coach currently specializing in Performance nutrition, Co-founder of Macro Kitchen Bali, deeply in love with weightlifting, fitness freak, food lover,  Mom of 2 of Beya and Nyx and happy wife of Boltz.

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96. Should you Gain BF Back After the Diet Ends?27 Sep 202300:07:14

A question I often get is something in the form of:

  • What happens after the diet phase?
  • Will I gain the body fat back after the calorie deficit phase?
  • Do I have to constantly be in a diet to not gain weight? 

This week on one of our Create Your Shape calls, one of the ladies asked this.  I've pulled that question-and-answer clip from our call to create this episode. I wanted to give you an inside look into what our calls look like and give you a detailed explanation of what you could expect after the deficit phase ends. 

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95. Ladies Who Workout - Stop Saying Accountability is Your Issue20 Sep 202300:16:04

I hear this all of the time from ladies who are otherwise very successful.  They aren't eating Mcdonalds every day. They aren't unmotivated people. Yet they still feel they lack accountability when it comes to their nutrition.  Why is this? In this episode I break down this topic for this type of person, question its validity,  and ways to overcome it if it's really even needed. 

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94. Where Progress is Made - In the Off-Season13 Sep 202300:13:15

The secret that bikini competitors use to improve their physique each year they compete...  They have off-seasons.  This is when all of the progress is made and their physique actually changes.  

Off-Season - Eating enough and lifting heavy. = Muscle gained, shape changed

On-Season - “Dieting” with more intense nutrition = Lose body fat, to show off the shape

Regardless if you're an athlete or not or if you want to get on stage, you have to have a season of eating enough before you diet.


This is why the fall/winter is an ideal time to start your protocol and start making progress.  In this episode, I breakdown how to plan for your off-season and what you can expect.

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93. Up 4.3lb Muscle and down 5.3% Body Fat - Client Interview with Erin Finegold06 Sep 202300:41:27

Here I interviewed Create Your Shape superstar Erin Finegold on how she gained 4.3lbs of muscle and decreased 5.3% body fat. She was relieved when she could stop her added cardio. She was shocked when she could eat 2,000 calories and improve her shape. And she was pleased that she saved more time in her week and could still eat sushi. Erin shares her full experience, including what she was most hesitant about and how this has impacted meetings at work, and even how her kids eat. 

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92. Eat Bigger Meals30 Aug 202300:18:10

Grazing, sugar cravings, lack of willpower, lifting weights but not looking like it, not hitting macros, not gaining strength, getting injured, cycle symptoms, and hitting plateaus just to name of few... 

These could be solved just by eating bigger meals.  Your day-to-day could have a completely different experience just by eating bigger meals. Having more energy, being able to focus better, getting more out of your workouts, and trusting your body's metabolism to decrease body fat when you decide too. 

In today's episode we go into the symptoms you may have from too small of meals, why this happens, what is possible, and guidelines to help you make those meals bigger.

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91. Bridging the Gap Between Rehab/Injuries and Performance [Wolverine Protocol] - Interview with Matt Boltz23 Aug 202301:10:41

Today I'm interviewing my personal trainer, Matt Boltz.  He's recently helped me recover from my injuries, regain strength, and feel like an athlete again. 

We cover the 3 phase strategy for healing injuries, specific ways to use exercises to heal while still building strength, and how to combine physical therapy and strength training to work smarter.

When we "Treat Rehab like Training" it becomes more fun and intentional. 

This will be a beneficial episode for anyone who is injured, has nagging injuries, wants to improve performance or functionality for the long term, or wants to put preventative measures in place. 

For all Create Your Shape current and alumni ladies, Matt has also been generous enough to offer a Free Pain-Free Performance Consultation call where he'll also provide a 21-day Pain-Free plan and follow-up.

Click here to schedule with him. (Valid until Sept 6th 2023)

Coach Boltz (The Body Mechanic) Bio:
14 years strength and conditioning coach, ex-military, and PTI. Helping soldiers get fit for purpose and now helping people to build better bodies, cultivate more confidence, and rebound from injuries stronger, fitter, and faster!

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90. Type A Tendencies - Personality Aligned Plans + Coaching16 Aug 202300:23:04

Many of the ladies I work with identify with some or many of the tendencies of being Type A, especially when it comes to their main priorities and how they achieve them.  They value organization, planning, being in control, structure, routine, and being goal oriented.  Oftentimes, they want to use rely on these characteristics to then create a more relaxed and spontaneous lifestyle while still achieving their goals and being on top of it.   Here, I break down the Type A tendencies I typically see, where they are beneficial in building your shape, where issues arise, and some of the main topics we cover in Create Your Shape to use them in our adventures or to combat them. 

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191. Merging your Fit Life & Social Life13 Aug 202500:27:19

You want to be the woman who takes care of her health, looks the part, and has the energy for every opportunity life offers. From weekend trips and holiday parties to lifting heavy in the gym. But finding the balance between building your best shape and living a full, social life isn’t always easy. 

In this episode, I’m sharing how to approach your fitness and nutrition so you can confidently do both. You’ll learn the mindset shifts, strategies, and practical adjustments that make it possible to prioritize your health, enjoy the events and travel you love, and feel your best in every setting. 

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89. Become Macro Savvy [Join us]09 Aug 202300:10:09

For those who are lifting weights and using macros to build your shape. We're making tracking Macros easier than it's ever been before.  Join Become Macro Savvy - the Mini Course.  Learn the Essentials for your macro tracking to run on Auto-Pilot.

Sign up here.

Make Macro Tracking simple. Look and live a fit life.

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88. Non-Progress Weeks02 Aug 202300:10:05

Non-progress weeks should be considered in your plan.  Ideally, you know how to track them, what they mean towards your overarching goal, and how to redirect or adjust (or not!).  Here I cover:

  • Key metrics that define if it will be a progress week or not
  • How many non-progress weeks should you plan for
  • The two types of non-progress weeks and how to think about each

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87. Where Financials and Nutrition Overlap - Interview with Keina Newell19 Jul 202301:06:47

On today’s episode, I am joined by financial coach, Keina Newell. Together we discuss the similar mindset women have around budgeting and nutrition and how simple mindset shifts can change how you reach goals.

There is a massive overlap between finances, nutrition, and fitness. Achieving your financial and nutrition goals is about learning what holds value for you. Whether that means incorporating your favorite foods into a meal plan or budgeting for travel, these plans are not restrictive. Instead, they are a way to introduce consistency in a manageable and attainable way for your long-term growth and success.

Where to learn more about Keina: https://wealthovernow.com/

Keina Newell works with hardworking and passionate single women who need help creating clear financial goals so they can save more, pay off debt, and stress less about money. She is passionate about her work and finds no greater satisfaction than helping her clients start approaching the way they manage their money with joy because they’ve learned to feel possibility where they once felt shame, guilt, overwhelm, and anxiety.

When she is not coaching, Keina is spending quality time with friends and family and encouraging herself to go to CrossFit! To learn more about Keina head over to Wealth Over Now and explore her tips to manage your money well.


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86. Removing Cravings on Training Days12 Jul 202300:18:19

Cravings are a symptom. An indication that something is off internally.  My ladies used to experience it worse on training days. For some, they make it challenging (and not fun) to be consistent. Which consistency is the 2nd most important factor to change your body composition.  So many of my ladies become cravings-free by addressing the root cause.  They happen for a reason and in this episode, I'm covering the 8 reasons that drive 99% of cravings, and how to address them. 

There was one more that I'd like to add for #9!  Symptoms - Chocolate Cravings around the menstrual cycle.  Problem - Lack of Magnesium (a mineral in the body.).  Solution - 300mg of Magnesium Glycinate at night (most would benefit daily regardless). 

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85. Higher-Volume vs. Dense Foods05 Jul 202300:16:03

There are times when higher-volume foods may be more beneficial, like when you're in a calorie deficit, getting hungry, or would like a treat alternative. However, it may be just as often when denser foods would be a better option, like when you're eating enough, training hard, or have digestion issues. I cover examples of both and when each may be more favorable here. 

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84. 5 Reasons to Join Create Your Shape28 Jun 202300:15:39

If you are lifting weights and want to build muscle and decrease body fat, this episode will give you a different perspective and things to consider along your journey.  I have a lot of ladies that find this podcast and then sign up for Create Your Shape, this is a special episode as enrollment is currently open!  Whether you are planning on joining Create Your Shape or are enjoying learning from the podcast, this episode will provide additional insights for you!

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83. Going Out to Eat is a Skill21 Jun 202300:17:58

Going out to eat is a part of life.  And it’s a skill you can learn so you can have both the shape and social life. Going out to eat is not inherently “bad”. But it is really easy for it to NOT work with your nutrition goals, therefore making it really easy to stay stagnant, or regress. This is where most people are having to decide between “life” and feeling guilty that they’re not making progress. In today's episode, understand the 3 skill you need to learn to enjoy going out to eat and always be directional with your goals!


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82. Becoming Savvy with Macros and Working Smarter - Client Interview with Stacy Tuschl14 Jun 202300:28:48

Stacy already prioritized her health, enjoyed lifting, and was a successful go-getter in all aspects of her life.  However, like many of my ladies, she questioned why her shape didn't represent the effort she was putting in.

In this episode, we discuss her experience in the Create Your Shape program and what allowed her to create a strong and toned shape, a better understanding of food, and a nutrition travel routine.

We discussed what happened when she ate 600 calories more calories per day. We also walked through how she became Macro savvy after thinking it was too much work. Lastly, she shared the biggest takeaway of how to work smarter instead of harder.




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81. Look Like You Workout Week07 Jun 202300:13:44

You lift weights, you should look like you work out. If not, you're just missing a few components. I'm hosting "Look Like You Workout Week" starting Monday, June 12th.

Learn more about what it really means to look fit and what we'll be covering during Look Like You Workout Week in today's episode. Then, join us for a week for lifting ladies to learn and take the next steps to create a shape that automatically says "I workout"... Because you do!

Where: A Daily Email Series - Everything you need straight to your inbox

How: Click here to Register Now for Free

P.S. Look Like You Workout Week is sponsored by the Create Your Shape program. Enrollment is open Sunday, June 18th - 29th. Click here to learn more!

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80. Open Q&A - May 202331 May 202300:20:32

Today I'm answering a handful of questions from the audience. Quick, punchy, yet thorough tidbits that set you up to learn as we cover the topic.  Some of the topics covered were:

Bowel Movements: How many bowel movements to have per day. The stool chart. Why it's so important to excrete hormones. 

Maintain focus especially when you have cravings. 

How to travel if you're tracking macros or not. Protein options to pack. How to create meals when you're not at home.

How to handle big adventure events or weekends. Do you still to your macros or adjust them for the activity? 

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190. Make Your Own Meal Plan [Do it Now]06 Aug 202500:10:04

Cheat the system, make it easier for yourself by creating your own meal plan. You'll want 2-3 options for each of your meals and snacks. Make them delicious, so yummy that you would want to have them often. Then, based on those options, create your meal plan for the week, adjust your portions to hit your macros.  Finally, RINSE and REPEAT. Occasionally changing up your meal plan, or adding new meal ideas to your rotation.  This is the best of both worlds, the flexibility of macros and understanding food and making it mindless, efficient, and consistent. Take one hour to complete this. I would highly recommend this to anyone before starting their calorie deficit, or before starting to track macros.

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79. Mindset & Perspective Shifts along the Journey with Jessie Golden24 May 202300:57:21

As you work to change your body composition, there are pivotal perspective shifts that make it so much more relaxed and chill. Whether you feel like you could execute any diet no problem OR you identify as having a poor relationship with food this is a helpful episode for you.

Here I interview my friend and health coach Jessie Golden. We discuss the major and minor shifts that happened during each stage of our nutrition journey.   Jessie shares her story and approaches to healing your relationship and why NOT dieting is the first step.  Then, the key indicator that allowed her to have a successful and free experience while changing her body composition. 
 


Jessie Golden's Bio:
My obsession with food, fitness, and my body started at a young age, similar to many women, and after nearly a decade of yo-yo dieting, worsening body image, and a TERRIBLE relationship with food, I decided to give it all up. I desperately wanted to find freedom and start creating a life of presence, empowerment, and purpose.  After much trial and error, UNlearning, and education, I now have a beautiful relationship with food, body, and self!

Through my own journey, I have developed a passion for bringing the tools and insights I've learned to others, with the goal of being the resource I wish I had access to for over a decade.  I graduated from the Institute for the Psychology of Eating in 2016, am Level 1 certified by Precision Nutrition, and graduated from the Menno Henselmans PT program in 2022.  There is so much more to life than obtaining the perfect body and obsessing over food, fitness, and body image, and I’m on a mission to show women they really can have a beautiful relationship with food, look the way they want, and live a life according to THEIR values.

Link to Jessie's Sustainable Lean Academy:
https://jessiegolden.lpages.co/sla-launch-eb

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78. Things I Struggle With17 May 202300:20:37

At every level, there will be things you're working on to make your life easier, healthier, or more in shape and it will feel like a struggle until you've mastered them. In this episode, I share the 7 things I'm currently struggling with, my experience of it, and what I'm doing to solve for it slowly. Ever questioned the amount of creamer you use or how hard you're pushing yourself in the gym? Ya me too. Hear me humanize nutrition a bit and give specifics for what I'm implementing to help. 

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77. Creating Sustainability 10 May 202300:16:14

If you want your body composition changes to last, you'll need sustainability. Luckily sustainability is something you can create for yourself.  You can do this from both a scientific perspective and a habits standpoint.  Scientifically you're putting your body in a favorable position to maintain the body fat lost (think optimal metabolism). At the same time you're shifting habits that feel like it's "just what I do", the same way it's easy for you to not eat at McDonalds every night.   "It's not sustainable."  or "But can I maintain this?" are the wrong questions to ask. Instead, "What do I want to make sustainable?" and "How can I make it sustainable?" will be more serving! In this episode, I answer both of these questions so you can ensure you maintain those results!

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76. Make Your Own Meal Plan [Do it Now]03 May 202300:10:05

Cheat the system, make it easier for yourself by creating your own meal plan. You'll want 2-3 options for each of your meals and snacks. Make them delicious, so yummy that you would want to have them often. Then, based on those options, create your meal plan for the week, adjust your portions to hit your macros.  Finally, RINSE and REPEAT. Occasionally changing up your meal plan, or adding new meal ideas to your rotation.  This is the best of both worlds, the flexibility of macros and understanding food and making it mindless, efficient, and consistent. Take one hour to complete this. I would highly recommend this to anyone before starting their calorie deficit, or before starting to track macros.

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75. 6 Ways I Ensure Progress26 Apr 202300:15:11

My ladies are prideful, they take ownership of their journey.  But I’m the expert and I know exactly what progress they should be making and how to adjust their plan if not. Within Create Your Shape there are 6 specific measurements designed to ensure you’re making progress.  These are factors you'll want to consider anytime you're changing your shape.

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74. Look Like You Work Out - Client Interview with Shereen Mohsen19 Apr 202301:02:34

If you're lifting weights and conscious of your food choices, your physique should represent that.  Today, I interview my client Shereen, who was frustrated that her shape didn't represent the effort she was putting in. As a Crossfitter, she was pretty strong and very conscious of her nutrition. She was trying it all, low carb, high portion, low calories, etc. but unfortunately "I had no idea what I was doing".  I think we've all been there! Her (and us) are willing to put in the effort, but it makes it much easier when we understand the strategy and science behind it to actually create results and see the changes.  We walk through her journey to truly understanding food and the tools that created her shredded back, shoulder caps,  PRs, and being featured by her gym!

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73. Case Study - 15.3% Down BF + 12lbs Muscle Gained12 Apr 202300:25:21

Sharing a Case Study and the remarkable progress of one of my clients. Despite juggling a demanding career, a growing family, and a love for travel, she achieved impressive results - a significant 15.3% decrease in body fat and a gain of 12 lbs of muscle! In today's episode, I'll walk you through the practical and strategic steps we took to optimize her bloodwork, make macro adjustments, and implement foundational tools that streamlined her journey. You'll gain insights and strategies that can empower you to achieve your own goals. 

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72. Training vs. Non-Training Day Macro Targets05 Apr 202300:14:44

Once you get to a certain point, implementing training vs. non-training day macro targets may be beneficial for you. Here, I cover exactly what this means with a few examples. The criteria needed before implementing different target days, and who it's best for. The benefits from implementing this advanced tool at different phases of a body recomp journey.

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71. Suffering is Optional29 Mar 202300:17:08

When the ATM eats your debit card in a foreign country... it sucks. When the meal in front of you is the last thing you want to eat... it sucks.  And when you have to go to the grocery store when it's cold and rainy outside... ya that's not fun either.  The actual circumstance can be hard or challenging on paper, but we'll still see ladies that are out there enjoying it, or what seems not even affected by it. I see it daily in their stories. They have a great outfit on, they turn it into a funny story, or they discover a new favorite while they're at the store.  Is there another way to not suffer even when its hard?  That's what we're covering in this episode. 

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70. 2,100 Calorie Meal Plan Example22 Mar 202300:12:21

Today I'm walking you through one of my logged meal plans at 2,100 calories, 120g of protein, 220g of carbs, and 80 fat. I wanted to give an example of what eating that much looks like and give ideas for higher-quality meal alternatives. You'll gain ideas from my breakfast, 2 snacks, lunch, and dinner!

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189. From Spinning Wheels to Shredded Arms - Client Interview with Katrina30 Jul 202500:56:08

Katrina is a ball of energy and has always been into fitness (she’s currently in a circus!). She keep running into issues when trying to take her shape to the next level, especially after having kids. 

In this episode, Katrina discusses what took her to the next-level. She highlights how she used the tools she learned like the strategy of eating more to fuel her body effectively and her mindset shifts combined with her long-term dedication to fitness that's created her being a bad ass mom.

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69. Maintenance, Surplus, and Deficit Calories15 Mar 202300:11:35

There are only  3 macro targets, and you'll want to spend 70%+ of your time in only 1 of them.  The three are Maintenance, Surplus, and Deficit Calories.  Yes, we typically don't want to gain body fat, but that doesn't mean you always eat in a deficit to achieve that! In this episode, I break down the 3 options to give you a clearer picture of calorie goals. 

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68. Hiking/Backpacking Nutrition and Preparedness with Bethany Taylor08 Mar 202301:09:42

I remember falling apart on hikes, wondering why some days I felt strong, and others I couldn't keep up. Now I know it was because of how I was fueled, or NOT fueled I should say. Today, I'm thrilled to have my friend Bethany Taylor on the podcast to bring us the best advice for being prepared for hikes and backpacking trips. Bethany is an outdoor enthusiast and nutrition coach who has so much experience in this area. We dive into things to consider before hikes, how to adjust your training, and everything with nutrition from what to pack, how to implement an EMOM with your snacks, and the best way to recover afterward. We also chat about how fueling for your hike may look different for those in a calorie-deficit phase. We also answer the common question, what's the best approach to being well-fueled and focused on decreasing body fat? Thank you for sharing your wisdom Bethany! No matter your hiking interests or level, this will give you the tactics and approaches to be well-fueled during your hikes!

Bio: Bethany is a nutrition coach, outdoor community leader, ultra-runner, hybrid athlete, hiker, backpacker, all-women, adventure travel host, safety & readiness advocate, educator, and espresso lover.

Website: https://www.ironsoultrailblazers.com/ 

Trailblazers Community: https://www.ironsoultrailblazers.com/community

Resources:

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67. Putting All of The Pieces Together01 Mar 202300:12:51

Typically ladies are implementing many 'bits' of information to help change their body composition.  They have random pieces of the house, but they don't have the blueprint. This episode will make you rethink all of your efforts and make every effort you do more impactful in building your shape. 

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