41. Strength Meets Stillness - Coach Kristine's Journey From Barbells to Chinese Medicine

41. Strength Meets Stillness - Coach Kristine's Journey From Barbells to Chinese Medicine

Apply for 1:1 Coaching: https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more [https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more?el=podcast] 30 Strength Workouts for $10: https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts [https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts?el=podcast] Kristine Michaud, a new coach on the DataFit team, shares her journey from being shy to becoming a strength and nutrition coach. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility, self-awareness, and balance in fitness and nutrition, highlighting the need to adapt to life's changes and listen to one's body. The conversation covers the importance of balance and flexibility in wellness, the impact of rigidity on well-being, and the role of family habits in shaping lifestyle choices. It also delves into the significance of Qigong and its impact on meditation and overall wellness. Takeaways * Flexibility in fitness and nutrition * Adaptation to life's changes * Importance of self-awareness and balance Flexibility and balance are essential for overall wellness. * Family habits and traditions play a significant role in shaping lifestyle choices. Chapters 00:00 Welcome + introducing Kristine Michaud 01:00 Traveling without a phone 04:51 The shy kid who was told coaching wasn't for her 08:26 What 20 years of coaching changed: rigid to flexible 11:52 The mindset study and coaching people for the long haul 13:14 Training through the seasons of life 14:09 The 40+ shift: "nothing changed" and why it did 19:22 The other side of fear 21:00 Listening to your body and the 80/20 rule 25:00 The bike-tire analogy for nutrition balance 30:08 Where to start when a client is too rigid 34:38 Sneaking self-care onto the to-do list, and the shame cycle 37:15 Rewriting your story: who do you want your kids to think you are? 43:34 Family habits: the dinner table, side salads, pizza night 46:59 Recipe boards and Taco Tuesday 48:00 Qigong, Chinese medicine, and the magic of movement 55:25 Wrap-up

40. The Top Traits of People Who Lose Fat and Keep It Off (Part 1)

Apply for 1:1 Coaching: https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more [https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more?el=podcast] 30 Strength Workouts for $10: https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts [https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts?el=podcast] Some people lose the fat and keep it off. Most don't. The difference usually isn't the diet. In part one of this series, Brooks and Herman break down the traits they see over and over in the clients who lose fat for good. Not the ones who white-knuckle it for 30 days. The ones who change their body and never hand it back. This episode covers the first three: * They treat themselves as learners, so discomfort becomes information instead of a stop sign * They stop treating a bad day as proof they failed * They don't keep a plan B, so they're never one rough week away from quitting * Brooks also opens up about coming off an SSRI after eight years, and why the same mindset getting him through it is the one that gets clients to the finish line. If you've ever lost weight and been scared of gaining it back, or read a great check-in and only saw the one bad line, this one's for you. 00:00 Intro: TGIF, kids, and the "we're getting old" Chinese restaurant 03:18 Why strength training isn't conditioning (Herman's basketball reality check) 08:18 Brooks on Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and moving in new ways 12:36 The real topic: the traits behind lasting fat loss 14:28 Trait 1: They're learners — they lean into discomfort instead of running 17:27 Brooks's SSRI story and what a growth mindset actually changes 24:10 Why the discomfort has to be manageable (all-or-nothing backfires) 26:13 Trait 2: They don't treat a bad day as failure 30:34 The identity trap: "I'm a snacker," "I'm just big-boned," "I'm the fat kid" 33:24 Change isn't one big moment. It's a thousand tiny ones. 35:13 Finding the evidence that breaks the old story (the counselor who was "bad at consistency") 39:52 Catching the old mindset is the work — plus a simple nightly practice 46:25 Trait 3: They don't have a plan B 52:10 Why your wins don't sink in, and the fear of letting the good in 56:06 "There is no there": stop waiting to arrive 57:25 Wrap-up (traits 4 and 5 coming in Part 2)

39. Ranking 20 Fat Loss Strategies (and Which Ones Are BS) - Part 2

In this episode, the hosts dive into the second part of the top 20 methods for effective fat loss. They share explore fat loss strategies, discuss the concepts of clean eating and whole foods, highlight the pitfalls of clean eating, and reflect on the pursuit of longevity and enjoying life. The conversation covers various nutrition misconceptions, strategies, and practices, including the impact of sleep, meal frequency, and the effectiveness of certain supplements. It emphasizes the importance of flexibility and individualized approaches to nutrition and weight management. Takeaways * Parenting adventures and observations * Exploring fat loss strategies * The pitfalls of clean eating and the pursuit of longevity Flexibility in nutrition is key * Individualized approaches are crucial Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Part Two * 07:25 Clean Eating and Whole Foods * 23:04 The Pitfalls of Clean Eating * 29:31 Longevity and Enjoying Life * 39:07 Apple Cider Vinegar * 48:33 Sleep and Fat Loss * 54:42 Daily Weigh-Ins

38. Ranking 20 Fat Loss Strategies (and Which Ones Are BS)

Apply for 1:1 Coaching: https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more [https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more?el=podcast] 30 Strength Workouts for $10: https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts [https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts?el=podcast] In this conversation, the hosts discuss various methods for fat loss, including calorie counting, intermittent fasting, and keto/very low carb diets. They explore the effectiveness of each method and provide insights into their practical application. The conversation highlights the importance of using these methods as tools rather than rigid rules, and the impact of consistent meal times on digestion and nutrient absorption. The conversation delves into the essential components of fat loss, emphasizing the non-negotiable nature of calories and protein intake. It also highlights the significance of daily movement and strength training in achieving sustainable fat loss. Takeaways * Calorie counting and tracking macros are effective for fat loss * Intermittent fasting can be a useful tool when used in the right way * Keto/very low carb diets may not be the most effective approach for fat loss Calories and protein are non-negotiable for fat loss * The importance of daily movement and strength training for fat loss Chapters * 00:00 Calorie Counting and Tracking Macros * 12:22 Intermittent Fasting * 22:58 Keto/Very Low Carb Diets * 31:52 The Role of Calories and Protein * 47:11 The Impact of Daily Movement and Strength Training

37. How to Not Lose Your Progress (Or Your Mind) This Summer

Apply for 1:1 Coaching: https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more [https://datafit.net/collective-learn-more?el=podcast] 30 Strength Workouts for $10: https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts [https://datafit.net/strong-mom-workouts?el=podcast] The conversation covers the challenges of parenting and health, managing digital detox, balancing work and personal time, and the importance of summer fitness and nutrition. It emphasizes the need to maintain progress during summer and the benefits of building muscle while enjoying the season. The conversation delves into the balance between fitness, nutrition, and life, emphasizing the importance of moderation and flexibility. It explores the concept of a fulfilling day, ultimate success, food cravings, and mapping out the perfect day. Practical approaches to health, the slot method for balanced meals, and embracing moderation and flexibility are discussed, along with the significance of enjoying summer and life. Takeaways * Summer fitness and nutrition * Maintaining progress during summer Balancing fitness and nutrition with life * The importance of moderation and flexibility Chapters * 00:00 Building Muscle and Enjoying Summer * 30:24 Defining Ultimate Success * 37:10 Balancing Life and Health * 49:11 Embracing Moderation and Flexibility * 57:29 Enjoying Summer and Life