🎙️ Episode 52: Why Diets Work... Until They Don't

🎙️ Episode 57: What Happens When You Hire Me As Your Coach

🎙️ EPISODE 57: WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU HIRE ME Have you ever wondered what it's actually like to work with a nutrition coach? In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my coaching process and giving you a front-row seat to what happens during those first conversations with a new client. Spoiler alert: I almost never start by cutting calories. Instead, I start by asking questions. I want to understand your life, your routines, your stress, your schedule, your workouts, your weekends, and the habits you may not even realize are keeping you stuck. Because lasting results don't come from another restrictive meal plan—they come from identifying the right changes for you. Throughout this episode, I'm sharing real coaching stories (anonymously), walking you through my thought process, and showing you why personalized coaching is so much more than macros and meal plans. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still aren't seeing results, this episode is for you. In This Episode, We Cover: * What really happens during a first coaching session * Why I almost never cut calories first * The questions I ask to uncover what's really holding someone back * How I use protein to reduce hunger and build sustainable habits * Why walking and daily movement often matter more than another workout * The surprising connection between sleep, stress, and fat loss * How weekend habits can quietly impact your progress * Why recovery is just as important as training * The difference between following a meal plan and having a coach who understands your life * What personalized coaching actually looks like—and why it works My hope is that after listening, you'll have a better understanding of what coaching really is. It's not about perfection, restriction, or giving you another set of rules. It's about helping you uncover the blind spots, simplify the process, and build habits that fit your real life. Ready to Stop Guessing? If you're ready for personalized support and want someone in your corner to help you navigate nutrition, fitness, and sustainable lifestyle change, I'd love to work with you. 📸 Instagram: @jana.r.renner [https://www.instagram.com/jana.r.renner/?hl=en] 💻 Learn more about coaching: Rise Health Coaching by Jana [https://www.risehealthcoachingbyjana.com/] 📝 Subscribe on Substack: janarrenner.substack.com [https://janarrenner.substack.com/] If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use the encouragement. Until next time... Start small, stay consistent, and keep rising. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456667/fan_mail/new]

🎙️ Episode 56: Why Fat Loss Feels Stuck

DOING EVERYTHING RIGHT? THEN WHY ISN'T THE FAT COMING OFF? Have you ever felt like you're doing all the right things—working out, eating healthy, drinking more water—and still not seeing the fat loss results you expected? You're not alone. In this episode, Jana breaks down some of the most common reasons people feel stuck despite their best efforts. From weekend calories and portion sizes to stress, recovery, protein intake, and daily movement, you'll learn why fat loss is often more nuanced than simply "eating healthy." If you've been frustrated by a lack of progress, this episode will help you identify the hidden gaps that may be holding you back and give you practical strategies to move forward. In This Episode: *  Why healthy eating doesn't always create fat loss  *  The surprising impact of weekend calories  *  Common portion-size mistakes that add up quickly  *  Why protein consistency matters  *  How reduced daily movement can slow progress  *  The role stress and recovery play in fat loss  *  Why the scale isn't the only measure of success  *  Questions to ask yourself when results stall  Question of the Week What's one thing you're convinced you're doing well that might actually deserve a closer look? Anchor Habit of the Week Track one thing honestly for seven days. Choose one: *  Protein  *  Steps  *  Sleep  *  Weekend eating  *  Portions  Awareness creates change. Connect with Jana 🤝 Instagram: @jana.r.renner [https://www.instagram.com/jana.r.renner/?hl=en] Substack: janarrenner Website: Rise Health Coaching by Jana [https://www.risehealthcoachingbyjana.com/] Interested in Coaching? If you're tired of guessing and want a personalized approach to nutrition, body composition, habits, and long-term health, Jana currently has openings for 1-on-1 coaching. Send a message on Instagram @jana.r.renner or visit Rise Health Coaching by Jana to learn more. Start small, stay consistent, and keep rising. ✨ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456667/fan_mail/new]

🎙️ Episode 55: You Can't Be Truly Healthy Without Being Fit

EPISODE 55: YOU CAN'T BE TRULY HEALTHY WITHOUT BEING FIT Why Health Is More Than the Absence of Disease In this episode of the Rise Health Coaching Podcast, Jana challenges a common belief: that health and fitness are separate things. While many people define health as the absence of disease, Jana argues that true health includes fitness—not fitness as aesthetics or elite athletic performance, but fitness as capability, resilience, and the ability to fully participate in life. Can your body support the life you want to live? Can you confidently say yes to adventures, travel, activities, and opportunities without worrying whether your body can keep up? This conversation explores why fitness is an essential component of health and why being "not sick" isn't the same as being truly healthy. In This Episode: * Why health is more than good blood work * The difference between being fit and looking fit * Why capability should be part of the definition of health * Signs you may be "not sick" but not truly fit * How fitness creates freedom and expands your life * Why strength, endurance, and resilience matter as we age * The role of fitness in saying yes to life's opportunities * How to start training for the life you want to live Anchor Habit of the Week Ask yourself: What do I want my body to be able to do? Instead of focusing only on appearance goals, identify five things you want your body to help you experience, accomplish, or enjoy—and consider whether your current habits are helping you build that capacity. Key Takeaway Health isn't just the absence of disease. Health is the presence of capacity. The capacity to move, recover, adapt, participate, and ultimately say yes to life. Connect with Jana 📸 Instagram: @jana.r.renner [https://www.instagram.com/jana.r.renner/?hl=en] ✍️ Substack: janarrenner [https://janarrenner.substack.com/p/episode-36-5-habits-that-make-a-big] 🌐 Website: risehealthcoachingbyjana.com [https://www.risehealthcoachingbyjana.com/] If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who is ready to build a healthier, stronger, more capable life. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456667/fan_mail/new]

🎙️ Episode 54: Why Walking is My Ultimate Life Hack

🎙️ Episode 54: Why Walking is My Ultimate Life Hack  Walking: The Health Habit That Changes Everything Walking isn't flashy. It won't make headlines, promise overnight results, or leave you drenched in sweat. But after years of coaching, training, running, and balancing life as a business owner and mom, I've become convinced that walking is one of the most powerful health habits available. In this episode, I'm sharing why walking has become a non-negotiable part of my routine and how this simple habit supports everything from fat loss and recovery to stress management, mental clarity, and longevity. We'll talk about why walking isn't just exercise—it's a tool for better health, better energy, and a better quality of life. If you're looking for one habit that can have a positive impact on nearly every area of your health, this might be it. In This Episode: *  Why walking is one of the most underrated health habits  *  How walking supports fat loss without increasing stress  *  The connection between walking and mental clarity  *  Why walking can improve mood and reduce overwhelm  *  The role of walking in recovery and performance  *  How walking supports blood sugar regulation and overall health  *  Why consistency beats intensity for long-term success  *  How walking helps me show up better as a coach, business owner, and mom  *  Simple ways to add more walking into your daily routine  This Week's Challenge: Commit to a 20–30 minute walk every day for the next seven days. Don't worry about pace, calories, or distance. Simply walk and pay attention to how you feel physically, mentally, and emotionally. Question of the Week: What is one simple habit that has made a bigger impact on your health than you expected? Connect with Jana: 🌐 Website: Rise Health Coaching by Jana [https://www.risehealthcoachingbyjana.com/] 📝 Substack: Jana Renner on Substack [https://janarrenner.substack.com/] 📸 Instagram: @jana.r.renner on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jana.r.renner/?hl=en] If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of the Rise Health Coaching Podcast. Remember: Real progress comes from what you do consistently, not perfectly. Keep rising. 💛 Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456667/fan_mail/new]

🎙️ Episode 52: Why Diets Work... Until They Don't

🎙️ Episode: Why Diets Work… Until They Don’t ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode Almost every diet does work… at first — and that’s exactly what makes nutrition so confusing. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about why diets can feel so effective in the beginning, yet so frustrating to maintain long term. Instead of labeling diets as “good” or “bad,” we break down what they actually do well — and why those same strategies often fall apart when real life kicks in. You’ll learn how awareness, structure, and consistency drive early results, and why relying on motivation, restriction, or rigid rules can keep you stuck in cycles of starting over. We also walk through popular approaches like keto, intermittent fasting, and tracking — looking at both their strengths and their limitations. Most importantly, this episode helps you shift your focus away from chasing the “perfect diet” and toward building habits that are realistic, flexible, and sustainable — the kind that support your health long term. 🕒 Episode Breakdown *  🚀 Why diets work at first  *  🧠 Awareness + structure = early results  *  🥑 What popular diets get right  *  ⚠️ Where diets start to break down  *  🔥 Why motivation fades  *  🔁 The restrict → crave → overeat cycle  *  🧍‍♀️ Identity shift for lasting change  *  🌱 What actually works long term  📝 Journal Prompt What has worked for you in the past — and what felt impossible to maintain? Think about the habits or routines that felt supportive versus the ones that felt restrictive. Where did things start to break down? And what might a more sustainable, flexible approach look like for you now? 🔗 Resources & Links *  Follow me on Instagram: @jana.r.renner [https://www.instagram.com/jana.r.renner/?hl=en]  *  Subscribe to my Substack: janarrenner.substack.com  [https://janarrenner.substack.com/] *  Learn more about coaching: risehealthcoachingbyjana.com [https://www.risehealthcoachingbyjana.com/]  And remember: when it comes to change… ✨ Start small, stay consistent, and keep rising. ✨ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456667/fan_mail/new]