The Chalene Show | Diet, Fitness & Life Balance

Midlife updates, business pivots, and a true crime twist you won't see coming. In this walk-and-talk episode, Chalene Johnson shares candid family updates, why she stepped away from certain businesses, and how betrayal trauma can shake your ability to trust. She opens up about stories listeners sent in after her recent financial fraud episode and even weighs in on the oversharing of grandkid photos (yep, someone had to say it). Plus, she breaks down the mysterious case involving an indie singer that's all over the news. 🚨 Join Chalene LIVE for 5 INSTANT Beauty Hacks https://phaseitup.com/hack 🎯 Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE 👉 http://chalene.com/more 💡 What You Will Learn How betrayal trauma shows up and how to cope Why Chalene pivoted or closed certain businesses Healthy sharing vs oversharing family updates Key facts about the true crime case everyone's talking about How to join the live Get Ready With Me and what she'll show 💥Smart Creatine+ by BrainMD Optimize your brain and body 👉http://chalene.com/creatine 🎯Check Out Magnesium Breakthrough go to http://chalene.com/mag and enter code CHALENE to get 10% off any order! Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/ 💪🏼 Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉 Go to https://phaseitup.com We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

Cellulite is something almost every woman deals with, but the beauty industry keeps pushing overpriced creams, scrubs, and wraps that really do not deliver. In this episode, Chalene Johnson breaks down what cellulite actually is, why it shows up, and the real ways you can make it less noticeable. She shares lifestyle habits that help, the best exercises for smoother skin, quick fixes you can try before an event, and even the newest 2025 treatments that are showing legit results. You will also hear which so-called solutions are just scams so you can save your money and feel more confident in your own skin. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday!! https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos 🚨Join Chalene LIVE for 5 INSTANT Beauty Hacks https://phaseitup.com/hack 💪🏼Book your virtual Age Well Appointment today with MIDI Health!! 👉 http://chalene.com/MIDI 💥Related Links: Elan Pure Non-toxic Self Tanner Chalene.com/tan Use Code Chalene Body Make-up Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs https://amzn.to/4mw73h5 Westmore Beauty Body Coverage Perfector https://amzn.to/4pLMT5K Tinge Tint Body Makeup https://amzn.to/4mw7kR9 Melinda Farina "The Beauty Broker" https://www.thebeautybrokers.com/ Get your daily dose of brain-boosting nutrients in just one scoop with Bright Minds! 👉https://chalene.com/memory 🤓 What You'll Learn Why cellulite shows up and why it affects women more Everyday habits and foods that make it worse Quick tricks to hide cellulite fast The best exercises and lifestyle shifts for smoother skin The scams to skip and the new treatments worth knowing about 🎯Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE 👉 http://chalene.com/more 🎉Camp Be More 2026!! Is Open for Registration! https://campbemore.com 🤓Related Episodes: How To Get Rid Of Cellulite For Good | Science-Backed Ways Watch: https://youtu.be/vZmeqXMdF4k?si=w_uuI4t91EDxW_2- Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000666345424 11 NEW Micro Beauty Hacks That Will ACTUALLY Change Your Life Watch: https://youtu.be/ljJIhylfsWQ?si=yUA6x14d1RIpS1ZL Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000701224861 BEST Workout for Toned Thighs - Reduce Cellulite At Home Watch: https://youtu.be/akHdoCC_NZ8?si=FLCtG_SEqiGvNCEC We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

A trusted advisor. Years of history. Then the gut punch of a fraud that traces through Raj Markan, Merrill Lynch, Hilltop Securities, and a pitch invoking Bain Capital. In this follow up, Chalene Johnson lays out new receipts, what the FBI and SEC have already done, and how the scheme used off-channel communications to look legitimate. You will hear how victims were paid off, which red flags were missed, and the exact steps listeners can use to protect their money. If you have information or direct experience with Raj Markan, Merrill Lynch, Hilltop Securities, or Bain Capital, email TheChaleneShow@gmail.com 🎯Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE 👉 http://chalene.com/more 💥 Links and Mentions Share tips or experiences: TheChaleneShow@gmail.com Media and documentary inquiries: TheChaleneShow@gmail.com Join the Pod Squad Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/ChaleneJohnsonPodSquad Free live beauty tutorials: http://chalene.com/hacks 💡What You Will Learn Why the pitch sounded so legit The big names he dropped to build trust What the SEC and FINRA have done since Red flags we all missed How to speak up and push for payback 🎯Head to http://greenchef.com/50CHALENE and use code 50CHALENE to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping 🎯Try Organifi's Collagen Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! 🎯My favorite brand of Castor Oil is Queen Of The Thrones go to https://chalene.com/oil OR use code CHALENE at Checkout for 10% off Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/ 💪🏼Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉Go to https://phaseitup.com We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

Millions of women in perimenopause and menopause worry about osteoporosis, bone loss, and hip fractures. Weighted vests are suddenly everywhere on TikTok, Instagram, and even in doctor's offices. But do they really build bone density for women over 40 and 50, or is resistance training still the most effective way to prevent osteoporosis? In this episode, Chalene Johnson breaks down the science, the myths, and the surprising benefits of weighted vests for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. You'll hear the real research, what actually helps protect your bones, and how to safely use a vest for balance, posture, and strength as you age. With insights from orthopedic surgeon and menopause expert Dr. Vonda Wright, this episode separates fact from hype so you can age powerfully and protect your health. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos 🚨Start with a vest that's 5–10% of your body weight. Closer to 5% if your core is weak, up to 10% if your core and back are strong. 🚨 💥 Related Links: Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health!! 👉 http://chalene.com/MIDI Checkout Happy Drops 👉 https://www.Organifi.com/chalene and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! Petite Weighted Vest: https://amzn.to/4cl2Lph Normal Weighted Vest: https://amzn.to/3Ykr3dj Get Dr. Vonda Wright's book Unbreakable 👉https://theunbreakablebook.com/ Head to http://greenchef.com/50CHALENE and use code 50CHALENE to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping 🤓 What You'll Learn Do weighted vests really help bone density in midlife women Why impact matters more than passive wear Resistance training vs. vests for osteoporosis prevention Extra benefits for balance, posture, and calorie burn How to pick the right vest and use it safely 🎯Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE 👉 http://chalene.com/more Camp Be More 2026!! Is Open for Registration! https://campbemore.com 🤓 Related Episodes: Weights vs Cardio? Most Women Over 40 Get This Wrong! with Dr. Vonda Wright Watch: https://youtu.be/je8dYQs--_Q?feature=shared Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000724020011 Top 7 Exercises That ACTUALLY Changed My Body Over 50 Watch: https://youtu.be/hCnLM38i78Y?feature=shared Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000710548440 🧠 Research: 2000 - Snow : Long-term exercise using weighted vests + jumping https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10995045/ 2025 - "INVEST in Bone Health" / JAMA Network https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2835505?utm_source 2017 - Weighted Vest Use during Dietary Weight Loss on Bone Health in Older Adults with Obesity https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5788462/?utm_source We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

A trusted financial advisor. A private equity deal that looked rock solid. Then the shocking discovery of financial advisor fraud and a devastating investment scam. In this raw, walk-and-talk episode, Chalene Johnson exposes the red flags, the fake receipts, and the exact steps she took to protect victims and demand accountability. If you've ever worried about getting scammed by an advisor, losing money in a fraudulent investment, or dealing with betrayal trauma, this episode is your guide to spotting warning signs, staying calm, and fighting back. Do Not miss Part two where Chalene will dive even deeper into the consequences and who else must be held responsible. 🚨 If You Or Someone You Know Have Had A Similar Situation With Merrill Lynch Reach Out At thechaleneshow@gmail.com 🎯 Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE 👉 http://chalene.com/more 🎯 To get the exclusive offer for my listeners for Magnesium Breakthrough go to http://chalene.com/mag and enter code CHALENE to get 10% off any order! 🎯 Smart Creatine+ by BrainMD Optimize your brain and body 👉 http://chalene.com/creatine 📚 Check out the Book Never Split The Difference by Chris Voss 👉 https://amzn.to/3VPttz0 💡 What You Will Learn Red flags of financial advisor fraud How to document and respond to an investment scam First steps before reporting to authorities Coping with betrayal trauma Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉 https://chalene.com/newsletter/ 💪🏼 Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉 Go to https://phaseitup.com We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

Discover how to rise above negativity from loved ones and trolls alike. Learn the art of setting boundaries to reclaim your peace and boost your self-esteem. Personal stories reveal practical ways to transform criticism into motivation. Explore the crucial link between sleep and emotional health, and understand how to nurture supportive relationships. Gain insights on maintaining your self-worth amidst chaos, and embrace a mindset that prioritizes positivity and resilience.

Uncover the traits that make a narcissist hard to spot, especially when emotions cloud judgment. The discussion emphasizes trusting your gut and leveraging feedback from friends to identify warning signs in relationships. Dive into DIY projects gone awry, like a headboard made of pool noodles, blending creativity with humor. Plus, explore the dark world of manipulative behaviors exposed in popular documentaries, all while navigating the chaos of pet ownership and a quest for home decor perfection.

Social media has sparked a frenzy over castor oil, but not all claims are created equal. The discussion reveals the true benefits for skin care, particularly during perimenopause. It dives into the hype versus reality of influencer endorsements and the FDA's recent scrutiny. Listeners learn to navigate the landscape of myths surrounding castor oil, emphasizing the importance of scientific evidence and common sense. With personal anecdotes and practical advice, this conversation empowers individuals to make informed decisions.

Dive into the shocking world of online harassment and catfishing delved into by two Michigan teens. Discover the disturbing twists that led to a mother’s betrayal and the fallout from toxic family dynamics. Explore the psychological motivations behind lying and the impact of societal pressures on teens. Unpack the methods used by investigators to unveil the truth behind the identity of the anonymous harasser. This eye-opening discussion highlights the urgency of addressing cyberbullying and its emotional toll on vulnerable individuals.

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Vonda Wright, a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert, shares her insights on fitness for women over 40. She debunks myths about cardio versus weights and emphasizes the critical role strength training plays in bone health and longevity. Dr. Wright explains how lifting heavy can enhance fat loss and independence as women age. Listeners learn practical tips for integrating strength, mobility, and cardio routines, underscoring the importance of personalized fitness for overall well-being.