Becoming MindStrong
The TRUTH behind nutrition, fat loss, health, and fitness. No more point systems. No more shakes. No more nutrition industry noise. Welcome to Becoming MindStrong, the official podcast of MindStrong Fitness. https://www.mindstrongfitnesscoaching.com
Episodes
156 episodes
Episode 156: "I Eat More Food Now Than I Ever Have, and I'm Losing Weight": Michelle's Story
"I don't feel like I'm on a diet anymore." Michelle shares how she went from considering weight loss medication to feeling empowered, educated, and fully in control of her health. Listen to her full story here. 💜Check out...
Episode 155: Understanding Simple vs Complex Carbs
We need carbs to lose weight in a menopausal body.And...not all carbs were created equally. Here's what we need to know about simple vs complex carbs.Grab a free copy of my Fiber Guide right here:
Episode 154: "I'm 45 and feel better than I have...literally EVER in my life!": Amy Rachel’s Story
Perimenopausal and feeling stuck, here's how Amy Rachel transformed her health, her metabolism, and her inner monologue...in just 12 weeks!Check out her full story...If you prefer video, you can watch these podcast episodes on You...
Episode 153: How to Stick With Your Nutrition Goals When You're Sick
The thought of chugging protein powder when we're under the weather is not ideal for most of us ;)Here's how to stick with your nutrition goals when you're not feeling 100%. If you're loving the podcast, leaving a review i...
Episode 152: "I'm an Educated Woman-Weight Loss Shouldn't Be This Hard!": Shelly's Story
If you're feeling like Shelly--a competent woman kickin' butt and takin' names in all areas of life so why oh why is weight loss in menopause so hard?!--you don't want to miss what she has to say about taking control of her health in menopause....
Episode 151: 3 Reasons You Should NOT Go On a GLP-1 in Menopause
GLP-1s, when used for weight loss, are dangerous. Here are 3 reasons (of many!) explaining why I'm not a fan...and, most importantly, what to do instead.Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopaus...
Episode 150: From a Lifetime of Rheumatoid Arthritis to Joint Pain Gone in a Week: Melissa's Story
"As a Type-1 Diabetic living with rheumatoid arthritis, I always watched what I ate, yet was still back at my pregnancy weight in menopause. Now? My joint pain was GONE within a week and my labs are normal!"Here's Melissa's full...
Episode 149: 3 Things You Need to Know About the Scale in Menopause
The scale is the downfall of many-a-health journey. When we understand what it is (and isn't), we take away its power, and set ourselves up for long term success.Here are the top 3 things you need to know about the scale in menopause.&nb...
Episode 148: Will Macros Work If I Hate to Cook?
If you've hung out in the world of MindStrong before, you know that I (Rachel, Founder & CEO of MindStrong) am not a chef. Here are my favorite tips for sticking with your goals when the kitchen is not your happy place ...
Episode 147: "I didn't recognize myself physically, mentally, or emotionally!": Kate's Story
A lifelong worker-outer, menopause hit Kate HARD. Sleep, anxiety, weight gain...and hopelessness. Now? She's got her health, energy, sleep...and self identity back! You don't want to miss her full story. Check out my (fr...
Episode 146: What to Do When You Feel Overwhelmed, Stuck, and Disorganized
It's one thing to decide to prioritize your health...and it's another to design life to work with the game plan, especially when we already have so many plates in the air. Here's my two-part system of how to stay out of overwhelm wh...
Episode 145: How to Hit Your Goals When Your Partner Lives a Different Lifestyle
Many of our members are on a health journey when their partner is not. Learning how to navigate the old habits, lifestyle, (and temptations!) of home life can be challenging. Here's how to stick with your goals when your partner liv...
Episode 144: Hashimotos, Menopause, and Night Shifts: Cara's Story
Hashimoto's can feel like a death sentence. Add in menopause, and it can feel like all hope is lost. Sprinkle in some midnight hospital shifts for work and now what?!You don't want to miss Cara's inspirational story of losing over 11lbs ...
Episode 143: Is Protein Powder Good for You?
A question I get asked often is: "Is protein powder good for me?" Here's the answer.Grab a copy of 8 Ways to Add Protein to Meals You're Already Eating right here:
Episode 142: Your Body's Always Talking to You: Here's What It's Saying
We have a favorite expression in MindStrong: "Your body's always talking to you, whether it's what we want to hear or not". When you learn how to understand its language, you better understand how it is (or isn't) responding, and how t...
Episode 141: Post Menopause, Off Blood Pressure Meds After a Decade, and Down 35lbs: Deb's Story
Post menopausal, down 35lbs and counting, and off blood pressure meds after a decade, Deb's transformational story will instill the most important part of this journey: hope. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire U...
Episode 140: How to Do the Things You Don’t Feel Like Doing
There are many area of life where we know what we "should" be doing...but getting ourselves to actually do them is a different story. Here's how to do the things we don't feel like doing.If you prefer video, you can watch the...
Episode 139: For the Husbands: Understanding Your Wife's Menopausal Journey
When it comes to what they're experiencing in menopause, so many women struggle to explain to their husbands that nothing is working, despite working so hard. After all, if our own doctors don't know that eat less & move more doesn't work a...
Episode 138: ER Doc: "We Were Never Taught This in Med School!"
So many women feel gaslit by their doc because, as of now, doctors aren't being taught about menopause in med school!Check out Gina's story of utter frustration to taking control, as an ER doc who never learning this in school.If ...
Episode 137: Signing Your Own Permission Slip
After working with menopausal women for over a decade, there's one heart breaking theme I see time and time again: waiting for someone to tell us it's ok to take care of US. It's the difference between a life that sets your soul on ...
Episode 136: What Are Normal Scale Fluctuations (and When Should I Panic?!)
The scale can be our downfall IF we don't understand what it actually is (and what it isn't). Here's exactly what we need to know to ensure we're on the right path...If you prefer video, you can always watch the podcast on our YouTube ch...
Episode 135: My Fav 5 Grab-and-Go Snacks for More Protein
If you’re not a 3 square meal a day kinda gal, you know that getting enough protein in with snacks can be tough. Here are 5 of my fab grab-and-go-snacks for more protein (many of which are vegan/vegetarian friendly)!To schedule your free...
Episode 134:How to Hit Your Macros When You Travel
Many of our members travel frequently for work and it’s a common fear that sticking with their plan won’t be possible with hotels and going out to eat. The reality? You can 100% stick to the plan when traveling…when you know how. Here’s exactly...
Episode 133: My 15 Minute Morning Routine to Lower Cortisol
Cortisol control is the name of the game when it comes to menopause. And, most of us don’t have a lifestyle that allows for silent retreats and hours of meditation. Here’s my quick and easy 15 min morning routine to lower cortisol and prime mys...