Ep. 26 – Q&A: How Much Protein You Actually Need and Keeping Your Waist Tight in the Off-Season

Ep. 29 – Breaking the All-or-Nothing Mentality in Fitness

We're diving into something we've both struggled with—the all-or-nothing mentality in fitness. Whether it's sticking to the exact same meal timing every day, chasing the perfect gym, or stressing about vacations, we're getting real about how we've learned to find balance between being too rigid and too flexible. In this episode, we're talking about how our routines have changed now that we're living with our partners, learning to adapt meal timing without abandoning our goals, and why chasing the next best thing kept us from making real progress. We also get into how to approach vacations and life changes without losing sight of what matters—and why sometimes the simplest answer is the right one. If you've ever felt stuck between being 100% on plan or completely off track, this conversation is for you. We're sharing what we've learned about flexibility, sustainability, and making fitness complement your life instead of controlling it. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2515346/support] 🎧 Listen to the full episode now — live every Monday 5am EST on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Search: Gym Girls Unfiltered 💪🎙️ IG & TikTok: @gymgirlsunfiltered 📲 Follow the hosts: Alani: @alanixfit Caroline: @carolineanz_fit  Kait: @_kaitcfit

Ep. 28 – Catch Up + Lessons We've Learned: Free Meals, Training With Intention, and Finding Balance

We're back! It's been a few months since our last episode, and we're catching up on everything—life updates, what's changed in our training and nutrition, and the biggest lessons we've learned over the years in bodybuilding and lifestyle fitness. We're breaking down how to stay consistent when life gets busy, why planning your workouts and meals ahead of time makes all the difference, and how training with intention matters way more than just lifting heavier weight. We also dive deep into free meals—how we used to approach them, what we've changed, and how to actually enjoy eating out without feeling like you're derailing your progress. This episode is all about finding balance in fitness, improving your mindset around food and training, and building a sustainable routine that fits your real life. Whether you're working on fat loss, muscle growth, or just trying to feel better and stay consistent, this one's packed with practical insight you can apply right away. We're so glad to be back.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2515346/support] 🎧 Listen to the full episode now — live every Monday 5am EST on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Search: Gym Girls Unfiltered 💪🎙️ IG & TikTok: @gymgirlsunfiltered 📲 Follow the hosts: Alani: @alanixfit Caroline: @carolineanz_fit  Kait: @_kaitcfit

Ep. 27 – Social Media vs. Reality in Fitness and Bodybuilding

Social media can be a great tool, but it can also mess with your head if you're constantly comparing your journey to everyone else's highlight reel. This episode is all about getting real with what you see online versus what's actually happening behind the scenes in fitness and bodybuilding. We're talking about why you can't train like a pro Olympian when you're still building your foundation, the pressure to make everything look aesthetic all the time, and how easy it is to fall into the comparison trap when you're scrolling through perfectly curated content. From training videos that don't show the full story to nutrition advice from people with no credentials, we're breaking down what's real and what's just for the feed. We also get honest about our own experiences with social media—the pressure to post every workout, document every meal, and make life look perfect when it's really just messy and normal most of the time. Plus, we're sharing how to use social media as a tool without letting it control your mindset, who to follow (and unfollow), and why you don't owe anyone your time or your aesthetic. If you've ever felt like you're not doing enough because of what you see online, this one's for you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2515346/support] 🎧 Listen to the full episode now — live every Monday 5am EST on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Search: Gym Girls Unfiltered 💪🎙️ IG & TikTok: @gymgirlsunfiltered 📲 Follow the hosts: Alani: @alanixfit Caroline: @carolineanz_fit  Kait: @_kaitcfit

Ep. 26 – Q&A: How Much Protein You Actually Need and Keeping Your Waist Tight in the Off-Season

We're back with another Q&A episode answering the questions you've been asking on Instagram. From balancing bodybuilding with school and work to staying lean in the off-season without staying stage lean, we're covering the topics that actually matter for your goals. We're diving into how to get started lifting when you can't afford a personal trainer, whether your protein intake is too high, and what to do when you're dealing with a strained or fatigued muscle. Plus, we're getting real about off-season physique—why you don't need to get fat to build muscle, how to keep your waist tight while growing, and the difference between a healthy bulk and just gaining weight. This episode is packed with honest advice on meal prep, training basics, managing injuries, and finding balance when life gets busy. Whether you're a beginner trying to figure out where to start or someone navigating the off-season for the first time, we're breaking down what actually works without overcomplicating it. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2515346/support] 🎧 Listen to the full episode now — live every Monday 5am EST on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Search: Gym Girls Unfiltered 💪🎙️ IG & TikTok: @gymgirlsunfiltered 📲 Follow the hosts: Alani: @alanixfit Caroline: @carolineanz_fit  Kait: @_kaitcfit

Ep. 25 – What You Need to Know Before Chasing a Pro Card (With Bella Boss)

We're sitting down with Bella Boss, a 23-year-old bikini pro who just earned her pro card in her second season of competing. This conversation is everything—honest, inspiring, and full of the real advice you need if you've ever thought about chasing a pro card or just want to know what it actually takes! Bella shares her whole journey, from finding the sport through Ashley Kaltwasser's podcast and posing in her bathroom mirror to stepping on stage and turning pro at nationals. We're talking about finding a coach you trust, protecting your hormones during prep, why building in the off season matters more than anything, and learning to love every part of the process—not just show day. She also gets real about imposter syndrome after going pro, the mindset it takes to show up when motivation isn't there, and why bodybuilding isn't for everyone. Plus, we're diving into her favorite glute and shoulder exercises, how she approaches training, and what's next as she prepares for her potential pro debut. If you're serious about your goals or just love hearing from someone who's living this lifestyle at the highest level, you're gonna love this one! Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2515346/support] 🎧 Listen to the full episode now — live every Monday 5am EST on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Search: Gym Girls Unfiltered 💪🎙️ IG & TikTok: @gymgirlsunfiltered 📲 Follow the hosts: Alani: @alanixfit Caroline: @carolineanz_fit  Kait: @_kaitcfit