Episode 51 - You Don't Have a Cortisol Problem. You Have a Wellness Industry Problem.

Episode 52 - Q&A - How Shifting Your Identity Can Instantly Improve Your Fitness Habits

content type Solo primary goal Educational summary In this episode, Becky shares practical tips for managing food and nutrition during busy days, holidays, and lifestyle changes. She discusses quick meal ideas, mindset shifts around holiday eating, and strategies for building healthy habits. Website - https://theempowercoach.com/ [https://theempowercoach.com/] keywords nutrition, meal prep, busy days, holiday eating, mindset, habits, health tips key topics Meal prep for busy days Mindset shifts around holiday eating Building sustainable healthy habits Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Q&A and Busy Days 05:09 Navigating Food Choices on Holiday 09:59 Breaking the 'F**k It' Cycle 14:53 Managing Busy Schedules and Nutrition 19:23 Identity Shift and Personal Growth 22:41 Continuing Support and Future Options

Episode 51 - You Don't Have a Cortisol Problem. You Have a Wellness Industry Problem.

Becky unpacks the myths surrounding supplements, comparing them to diet culture tactics, and emphasises the importance of focusing on fundamental health practices rather than quick fixes. She discusses the marketing tricks, scientific facts about cortisol, collagen, and essential supplements, and encourages listeners to prioritise their overall well-being. Substack [https://open.substack.com/pub/theempowercoach/p/the-supplement-industry-doesnt-want?r=2a3dgj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true] Website [https://theempowercoach.com/] keywords supplements, diet culture, cortisol, collagen, health fundamentals, wellness industry, scientific research, nutrition, stress management, holistic health key topics The manipulation tactics of the supplement industry and diet culture Scientific facts about cortisol and its role in the body The truth about collagen supplements and their effectiveness Essential supplements backed by research: Vitamin D, Omega-3, Magnesium, B12, Iron, Folate The importance of foundational health practices like sleep, stress management, and nutrition The Truth About Supplements: What the Wellness Industry Isn't Telling You Debunking Diet Culture and Supplement Myths Chapters 00:00 Breaking Free from Diet Culture 03:13 The Supplement Industry Exposed 06:01 Understanding Cortisol: The Misconceptions 08:58 The Truth About Collagen Supplements 11:46 Essential Supplements: What You Really Need 14:42 The Importance of Fundamentals in Health 17:36 Conclusion: The Path to True Wellness

Episode 50 - Client Q&A - The Truth About Calories, Body Composition & Sustainable Weight Loss

This episode features a Q&A format focused on practical strategies for managing food, exercise, and body trust amid life's unpredictable routines. Perfect for anyone looking to navigate food and body confidence challenges with simple, sustainable tips. ⁠Misfit Club Group Coaching⁠ [https://theempowercoach.com/misfit-group-coaching] EMPOWER Website⁠ [https://yourwebsite.com/] ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/the_empower_coach/] ⁠Facebook Community⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/dietculturecanforkoffmembership/] * How to maintain routines when traveling or dealing with busy schedules using 'anchor points' such as morning movement and journaling. * Tips for flexible food choices when away from home, emphasising protein, fiber, and nutrient intake. * Understanding the importance of consistency over perfection and the body's response to regular habits. * Clarification on how calories are measured and why focusing on food quality and nutrient density is crucial. * The impact of restrictive dieting on binge cycles and why sustainable calorie levels promote long-term health. * How fast food options can be made healthier through smarter choices like grilled meats, salads, and customisable sides. * Recognising that moments of feeling "it all sussed" are gradual, with real progress shown by improved handling of binge urges and less food guilt. * The importance of reflection in tracking progress and reducing guilt over time. * Addressing the disconnect from hunger and fullness signals caused by diet culture, with strategies for rebuilding trust through routine and mindful check-ins. * Encouragement to join coaching programs and communities for ongoing support and accountability.00:00 - Introduction to the episode and its purpose00:30 - Managing uneven routines with anchor points01:55 - Examples of morning movement and adapting routines on the go03:19 - Balancing food choices away from home with nutrients04:45 - Accepting flexibility and control in travel and holidays07:04 - How calories are calculated and why focus on sustainability08:15 - The dangers of restrictive dieting and binging cycles09:45 - The importance of food quality over calorie counting11:10 - Recognizing water weight loss in quick scale drops12:09 - Healthy fast food options in the UK and US13:33 - Making smarter fast-food choices and customizations15:25 - The slow process of mastering food freedom and reducing guilt16:23 - Reflecting on progress and handling binge urges18:17 - The role of permission and understanding in emotional eating19:15 - The significance of regular reflection and gradual progress20:13 - Addressing lost hunger/fullness cues due to diet culture22:06 - Rebuilding trust in body signals with mindful practices23:59 - Invitation to join coaching programs and community resources

Episode 49 - The Invisible Tax — What Self-Objectification Research Reveals About Why You Can't Stop Thinking About Your Body

Becky discusses how diet culture impacts women's mental health, body image, and daily life. She explains the concept of self-objectification, its roots in media and societal messages, and offers practical acceptance strategies to reclaim mental space and freedom. resources Diet Culture Can Fork Off Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/dietculturecanforkoffmembership/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/dietculturecanforkoffmembership/] 1-1 Coaching with Becky - https://theempowercoach.com/ [https://theempowercoach.com/] key topics The mental tax of diet culture Self-objectification and its effects Roots of body image issues in media and society The importance of acceptance over love Practical steps to reduce mental load and reclaim freedom Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Diet Culture Rebellion 02:56 Understanding the Mental Tax of Diet Culture 05:48 The Impact of Self-Objectification 08:53 The Emotional Toll of Body Image 11:48 The Science Behind Body Acceptance 14:53 Practical Steps Towards Freedom 17:48 The Journey to Body Acceptance 20:55 Conclusion and Community Support

Episode 48 - Client Q&A - Tracking and Body Image

In this episode, Becky hosts a Q&A session addressing common struggles with intuitive eating, body acceptance, navigating social events like festivals, and optimising workouts, offering practical tips rooted in body positivity and flexible approaches to health.🚀 Key Insights: * Strategies for managing food tracking when overwhelmed: taking photos, writing in notebooks, focusing on foundations rather than perfection. * Emphasising the importance of context: a few days of indulgence won't derail your progress; water retention and scale fluctuations are normal. * Body acceptance tips: curating social media feeds to include relatable body shapes, separating fact from fiction, and practicing body image exercises. * Preparing for social events and festivals: prioritising hydration, light meals, and aligning actions with personal values like fun and connection. * Workout duration and intensity: tailoring gym sessions based on rest time, equipment, and progressive overload to build strength without overtraining. * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the_empower_coach/] * Website [https://theempowercoach.com/] ⏱ Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome and episode overview: addressing questions on food tracking, body acceptance, festivals, and workouts 00:55 - Tips for managing food tracking without stress: photos, notebooks, focusing on nutrition foundations 02:32 - Handling days when you don't track: trusting your foundations like vegetables, protein, and fruits 05:47 - Approaching festivals: big picture perspective and managing scale fluctuations after indulgent days 07:43 - Maintaining hydration and balanced meals during festivals, with mindset shifts to focus on experience 11:57 - Body acceptance in bathing suits: curating social feeds, addressing social media's unrealistic standards 14:07 - Challenging inner critics and separating thoughts from your true self 16:30 - Building a healthy relationship with body image through mindfulness and habit formation 19:20 - Guide to gym workout durations: adjusting based on rest, weights, and progressive overload 22:57 - Wrap-up: upcoming webinar on mindset, encouragement, and next steps for ongoing support🔗 Resources & Links:👥 Connect with Becky: