Becoming MindStrong
Health, Fitness & Longevity
About
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
- Episode 147: What to Do When You Feel Overwhelmed, Stuck, and DIsorganized
This episode of Becoming MindStrong discusses a two-part system for managing feelings of overwhelm, being stuck, and disorganization. The advice focuses on designing life to support health goals even when juggling multiple responsibilities.
- Episode 146: How to Hit Your Goals When Your Partner Lives a Different Lifestyle
This episode addresses the challenges of maintaining health goals when a partner does not share the same lifestyle. It provides guidance on managing old habits and temptations within the home to stay committed to personal health objectives.
- Episode 145: Hashimotos, Menopause, and Night Shifts: Cara's Story
Cara discusses her experience with Hashimoto's, menopause, and working night shifts. She achieved a weight loss of over 11 pounds in six weeks and continues her health journey.
- Episode 144: How to Stick with your Goals While Traveling
Episode 144 of Becoming MindStrong discusses how to adhere to personal goals while traveling, framing it as a key component of a sustainable lifestyle. The episode also mentions resources for adding protein to meals and scheduling strategy…
- Episode 143: Is Protein Powder Good for You?
This episode of Becoming MindStrong addresses the frequent question of whether protein powder is beneficial. The host also provides a link to a guide titled '8 Ways to Add Protein to Meals You're Already Eating' and information for schedul…
- Episode 142: Your Body's Always Talking to You: Here's What It's Saying
This episode of Becoming MindStrong discusses the expression 'Your body's always talking to you.' It explains how understanding your body's language can lead to better comprehension of its responses and how to adjust accordingly.
- Episode 141: Post Menopause, Off Blood Pressure Meds After a Decade, and Down 35lbs: Deb's Story
Deb discusses her post-menopausal transformation, including a 35lb weight loss and coming off blood pressure medication after a decade. Her experience aims to provide hope for similar journeys.
- Episode 140: How to Do the Things You Don’t Feel Like Doing
This episode of Becoming MindStrong discusses the common challenge of knowing what needs to be done but struggling to take action. It offers guidance on how to motivate yourself to do the things you don't feel like doing.
- Episode 139: For the Husbands: Understanding Your Wife's Menopausal Journey
This episode explains to husbands why conventional methods like 'eat less, move more' are ineffective for wives experiencing menopause. It addresses the difficulties women face in communicating their struggles and provides an overview of t…
- Episode 138: ER Doc: "We Were Never Taught This in Med School!"
This episode features an ER doctor discussing the lack of menopause education in medical schools and her personal journey of frustration to taking control of her health.
- Episode 137: Signing Your Own Permission Slip
This episode addresses the recurring issue of women delaying self-care until they receive external validation. It explores the impact of this pattern on life satisfaction and encourages listeners to prioritize their own well-being.
- Episode 136: What Are Normal Scale Fluctuations (and When Should I Panic?!)
This episode of Becoming MindStrong discusses understanding body weight scale fluctuations. It explains what the scale actually represents and when normal variations occur, differentiating them from situations that warrant concern to help…
- Episode 135: My Fav 5 Grab-and-Go Snacks for More Protein
Episode 135 of Becoming MindStrong presents five convenient snack ideas focused on increasing protein intake, particularly for individuals who prefer snacking over traditional meals. Several of the featured snacks are suitable for vegan an…
- Episode 134:How to Hit Your Macros When You Travel
This episode of Becoming MindStrong focuses on strategies for maintaining your nutrition plan while traveling. It addresses common concerns about hotels and eating out, providing guidance on how to successfully adhere to your plan.
- Episode 133: My 15 Minute Morning Routine to Lower Cortisol
Episode 133 of Becoming MindStrong details a 15-minute morning routine focused on lowering cortisol, a key factor in menopause management. The routine is presented as a practical option for individuals without the luxury of extended medita…
- Episode 132: 5 Tips to Speed Up Weight Loss in Menopause
Episode 132 of Becoming MindStrong provides 5 tips for men to accelerate weight loss during menopause. The episode notes that a video version is available on YouTube.
- Episode 131: Precision vs Consistency: Why 75% is Better Than 100%
The episode argues that 75% adherence to a plan is more beneficial than 100% adherence for members. It also directs listeners to a free training on metabolism and a challenge.
- Episode 130: "As a busy teacher, I lost and gained the same 40lbs over and over. Now? I couldn't gain it back unless I TRIED!": Kristen's Story
Kristen, a teacher, shares her experience with yo-yo dieting for decades, losing and regaining the same 40lbs repeatedly. This episode details how she ultimately broke the cycle and gained lasting control of her health.
- Episode 129: If You Have Over 50lbs to Lose in Menopause, Listen to This
Episode 129 discusses the challenges of losing over 50lbs during menopause. It aims to provide information for setting realistic expectations and maintaining commitment to the weight loss journey.
- Episode 128: From Frustrated to VINDICATED in Menopause: Alyce's Story
Episode 128 features Alyce
- Episode 127: If You “Only Have 5lbs to Lose” in Menopause, Listen to This
Episode 127 of Becoming MindStrong discusses weight loss strategies for women experiencing menopause, offering advice for those with 5-15 lbs to lose, as well as those with more significant weight loss goals. The episode also encourages li…
- Episode 126: "My doc told me 'This is just how your body is in menopause': Lara's Story
Lara shares her personal journey through menopause, detailing how she overcame feelings of hopelessness to take control of her health. The episode aims to empower listeners experiencing similar challenges.
- Episode 125: How to Hit Your Macros When You’re Gluten Free
This episode discusses the challenges of choosing carbohydrates for gluten-free diets and provides guidance on how to meet macronutrient targets. Strategies for gluten-free macro tracking are shared.
- Episode 124: "After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's in menopause, I thought nothing would work!": Tracy's Story
Tracy discusses her experience being diagnosed with Hashimoto's during menopause and her subsequent 12-year search for effective solutions. She describes finding a method that works after trying numerous internet-based fixes.
- Episode 123: How to Hit Your Macros as a Vegetarian or Vegan
Episode 123 of Becoming MindStrong discusses the challenges vegetarians and vegans face in hitting their protein macros. It offers guidance on understanding and achieving macro targets for those on plant-based diets.
- Episode 122: "My NATUROPATH told me a GLP-1 was my only option-thank goodness I didn't listen!": Shea's Story
Shea discusses her experience with weight loss during menopause, opting against a GLP-1 prescription suggested by her naturopath. The episode also promotes a free training and a metabolism-boosting challenge.
- Episode 121: The Role of Alcohol in Weight Loss (In Menopause)
This episode of Becoming MindStrong explores the relationship between alcohol consumption and weight loss specifically for women experiencing menopause. It outlines five important factors to consider regarding alcohol's effect on a menopau…
- Episode 120: 5 Days of Interviews: From "Certified Health Nut" to Feeling Stuck in Peri Menopause: Leah's Story
This episode features Leah, who felt stuck in peri-menopause despite a strict health regimen. She shares her journey of exhaustion, anxiety, and night sweats, and discusses reclaiming her power.
- Episode 119: 5 Days of Interviews: Passing Along Generational HEALTH w/ Mother/Daughter Terry & Jeni
Mother and daughter Terry and Jeni discuss the importance of generational health, contrasting it with generational wealth. They share their experience of healing their metabolisms together.
- Episode 118: 5 Days of Interviews: "I never had to think about my weight before menopause...then it hit and I felt like a shell of myself!" Mary's Story
Mary discusses her experience with weight changes during menopause, which previously was not an issue for her. She shares how she improved her sleep and reduced joint pain, ultimately getting her life back.
- Episode 117: 5 Days of Interviews: From Disordered Eating to a Healed Relationship with Food, Debbie's Story
Debbie discusses her transformation after struggling with disordered eating as a teenager. She now feels in control of her nutrition and mind, having lost 15lbs.
- Episode 116: 5 Days of Interviews: Secrets to Weight Loss Success with Robyn, MindStrong's Director of Coaching
In Episode 116, Robyn, MindStrong's Director of Coaching, discusses secrets to weight loss success, focusing on metabolism healing and educational components. Her approach combines data and empathy to explain effective strategies.
- [SPECIAL EDITION] Episode 115: Rachel's Story
Rachel Freiman, CEO of MindStrong Fitness, discusses her personal backstory and the development of her company, which uses neuroscience and psychology to help women build healthy habits through nutrition. She has over 15 years of experienc…
- Episode 114: The 3 Biggest Factors to Weight Loss Success in Menopause (After Working with 3k+ Women)
This episode of Becoming MindStrong identifies the three most significant factors contributing to weight loss success in menopausal women, drawing from insights gained through working with more than 3,000 individuals.
- Episode 113: 5 of the Biggest Red Flags in the Nutrition Industry
This episode of Becoming MindStrong identifies five significant red flags within the nutrition industry, highlighting common deceptive practices. It also announces the upcoming "Runway to Summer: 3 Day Metabolism Boosting Challenge."
- Episode 112: Why I Don't Change My Workouts Very Often (and Suggest You Don't Either)
The host of Becoming MindStrong discusses the benefits of maintaining consistent workout routines, advising listeners against the fitness industry's emphasis on frequent plan changes.
- Episode 111: My Top 5 Ways to Lower Cortisol in Menopause
This episode of Becoming MindStrong focuses on actionable strategies for menopausal individuals to lower cortisol levels, which is linked to weight loss. The host shares her top five tips.
- Episode 110: 3 Things That Ruin Weight Loss in Menopause
This episode of Becoming MindStrong identifies the three primary reasons menopausal women struggle with weight loss, drawing from the host's experience with over 3,000 clients. The information aims to help listeners avoid common pitfalls.
- Episode 109: How to Tell Where You Are in the Menopause Journey
This episode of Becoming MindStrong discusses the stages of peri-menopause, menopause, and post-menopause, offering guidance on how to accurately identify where one is in their menopause journey.
- Episode 108: Lower Your Inflammation Drastically By Doing THIS
Episode 108 of Becoming MindStrong addresses increased inflammation associated with menopause. The episode suggests an alternative to extensive supplements, focusing on a metabolism healing approach. A 3-day 'Runway to Summer' challenge is…
- Episode 107: Improve Your Gut Health in Menopause With These 3 Tips
This episode provides three actionable tips for improving gut health to support weight loss during menopause. The advice aims for quick and efficient results.
- Episode 106: The Role of Cortisol in Menopausal Weight Loss
This episode of Becoming MindStrong discusses the impact of cortisol on weight loss during menopause and how to manage it. It also announces the upcoming "Runway to Summer: 3 Day Metabolism Boosting Challenge."
- Episode 105: Hate Tracking Your Food? Here’s What to Do
Rachel, CEO of MindStrong, discusses her personal decision to stop tracking her food, acknowledging that many listeners may share similar feelings.
- Episode 104: The 3 Biggest Weight Loss Mistakes Women Make in Menopause
This episode discusses the three most significant weight loss errors women encounter during menopause, offering guidance on how to prevent them. The information is derived from the host's experience with over 3,000 menopausal women.
- Episode 103: Putting all the Stages of Weight Loss Together (5 Part Series: Part V)
Episode 103 of Becoming MindStrong explains the Weight Loss Cycle, integrating the three stages of weight loss to ensure a healthy metabolism. This episode details how these stages function together.
- Episode 102: Understanding the Weight Loss Stage (5 Part Series: Part IV)
This episode, part IV of a five-part series, delves into the weight loss stage. It explains the mechanics of this phase and discusses expectation management.
- Episode 101: Understanding the Maintenance Stage (5 Part Series: Part III)
This episode, Part III of a five-part series, focuses on the maintenance stage and its importance for long-term metabolic health. It covers what maintenance is and why it is essential for keeping metabolism healthy.
- Episode 100: Understanding the Healing Phase of Your Metabolism (5 Part Series: Part II)
This episode, Part II of a 5-part series on metabolism, explores methods to enhance calorie burning when traditional methods of eating less and moving more are ineffective.
- Episode 99: What Weight Loss *Actually* Looks Like in Menopause (5 Part Series: Part I)
This episode marks the first part of a five-part series on weight loss during menopause. It highlights that weight loss mechanisms change significantly after one's 20s and 30s due to shifts in the body.
- Episode 98: 3 Reasons Why Eat Less and Move More Isn't Working in Menopause
Episode 98 discusses why the common advice to eat less and move more may be ineffective for women experiencing menopause. It delves into the physiological changes occurring in the body during this phase and provides actionable strategies t…