

Weight Loss For Women: empowering health, strength and nourishment
Kitty Blomfield
Are you a woman who’s obsessed with her weight?Have you jumped from fad diet to diet only to fail when your willpower gave out?Have you cut dairy, sugar and entire food groups to try and lose weight?Do you wonder if you can ever be free from food obsession?Do you suffer one or more of these issues: inability to lose weight, hormonal imbalances, PMS or menopausal symptoms, hair loss, sleep issues, low sex drive, fatigue or bloating/digestive issues?Welcome to the Weight loss for women: eat more, train less and get results podcast.Kitty Blomfield and Craig McDonald, alongside various experts, explore the truth about fad/restrictive diets and why they never work, as well as education on metabolism, hormones, pro-metabolic nutrition, training and mindset so you can eat more, train less and get results.Kitty and Craig are all about empowering women and providing them with the right knowledge, tools and resources to help them restore their metabolisms, lose weight and tone up in a healthy and sustainable way.
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Oct 16, 2020 • 52min
#22 - Finding Your Self-Worth with Hedley Derenzie
In our program, WinAtLife, we are all about training and nutrition. But I think there is so much more to it.Many women come into this program - their journey - (me too) with insecurities, fears, and feelings about yourself.And I think when you finally start training and eating right, you become brave enough to face those things and tackle them head-on.Low self-worth is something I had for so long. I’d seek attention from men and I’d drink. It manifests differently for different people, and in this podcast, Hedley and I dig into it and how we’ve both struggled with it. We chat about:➡️How self-worth doesn’t come from the outside world but it has to come from you.➡️How self-worth may start with feeling good and healthy.➡️How we often project our insecurities onto other people and the world.➡️How we’ve both navigated through low self-worth and relationships.➡️Hedley’s books and experiences involving self-worth.And so much more!Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldHedley Derenzie @hedleyderenzieFacebook @AuthorHedleyDerenzie; or her website www.hedleyderenzie.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Oct 13, 2020 • 26min
#21 - How Joanne beat her thyroid issues, fixed her hormonal issues & is down 5kgs all while giving up the grog!
Are you wondering whether you should or shouldn’t give up alcohol during this process? If this sounds like you or you’re curious about giving up alcohol, you need to listen to this one!Joanne went through a very similar and very relatable journey involving alcohol. She’s coming up on two years in our program, but it took her about 11 months to really get her shit together.In this podcast episode, we talk all about her journey and challenges. For most women, it’s not the easiest of processes (changing your habits and trying something new is NEVER easy or comfortable), but once you come out on the other side, it’s so bloody worth it.Joanne and I chat about:➡️Her history with booze➡️ Her history involving thyroid issues➡️ Why she really couldn’t give up booze at fist➡️ Why she eventually decided to try not drinking➡️ What she noticed when she eliminated alcohol from the equation➡️ The advice she would give to others in similar situations➡️ And so much more!Joanne’s journey is so inspiring. I really encourage you to listen to this - especially if you’re a big boozer (I used to be too and it was a really hard hurdle to get over).And ladies, giving up booze doesn’t mean it’s forever. It’s about giving your thyroid and liver the support they need and allowing your metabolism to heal. Once you allow that to happen, the occasional drink is okay!Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Oct 6, 2020 • 52min
#20 - Iron Overload & Anemia with Loren De La Cruz
If you’ve ever been tested for iron through blood tests, it’s time to LISTEN UP!And if you don’t follow Loren, you need to! She produces amazing content on IG, and I am so grateful she was able to sit down and share her amazing knowledge with our audience.In this episode, Loren reveals why the marker for iron blood tests is inaccurate and so much more. We break down a ton of myths and discuss what most of us are getting wrong when it comes to iron.We chat about:➡️ Why iron supplements may be creating worse problems for you➡️ The importance of including animal foods in your diet➡️ How iron is utilized in the body and what can go wrong➡️ How vitamin A plays a role in iron utilization➡️ Pro-metabolic foods Loren recommends and why.Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldLoren De La Cruz @innatefunctionalnutritionAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Sep 18, 2020 • 48min
#19 - Why you won't achieve the body you want eating 1200 calories with Jay Feldman
I sat down and had a GREAT chat with Jay Feldman, an independent health researcher and health coach who runs The Energy Balance Podcast, the other day. He’s a huge supporter of this way of eating and doing life.Jay has also had an interesting journey of discovering how to best fuel his body to achieve optimal results. It’s SO relatable for many of us who are on this journey or have been through similar. But we don’t stop the discussion there!In this episode, we also discuss:➡️ Why you won’t achieve results on a 1200-calorie diet➡️ The binge-restrict cycle➡️Why you need to get out of the quick-fix mindset➡️ How stress and anxiety impacts your body and weight loss goals➡️ How drinking heaps of water may actually be increasing your body’s stress response➡️ Why sugar contributes to a high functioning metabolismUltimately, living your best life starts with nutrition. You can also listen to this on The Winatlife podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, and iHeart Radio by searching for The Winatlife Podcast.Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldJay Feldman @jfwellnessAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Sep 10, 2020 • 1h 50min
#18 - The only way to train for a toned & athletic body with Damon Hayhow
Ladies… this podcast will flip your views around training for fat loss.SPOILER: Cardio is not the answer!!In this podcast episode, Craig and I talk with Damon Hayhow, President of Recomp, Australian Ambassador to the ISSN, and powerlifting and bodybuilding champion. We discuss getting strong and how you can achieve a toned and athletic body WITHOUT CARDIO. And it is jam-packed with nuggets that you can take away and apply to your training regime.We chat about:➡️ Why cardio isn’t going to help you look like you want to look➡️ How eating more food and not doing cardio leads to fat loss➡️ The most important exercises you should be doing➡️ What good technique/form really is➡️ Why a low carb diet might be throwing a wrench in your training➡️ Why being consistent is critical to your success➡️ The two variables (the weights you lift and the food you eat) you should be measuring and whyAnd so much more!Damon has heaps of knowledge and experience. It’s incredible, and you won’t want to miss this. You can also listen to this on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher and iHeart Radio. Just search The Winatlife Podcast and look for episode 18 ✨Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldDamon Hayhow @damonhayhowAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Sep 4, 2020 • 52min
#17 - The truth about SUGAR with Kate Deering
THE TRUTH ABOUT SUGARIt’s been a hot minute since Kate Deering and I have sat down and discussed the factors contributing to a high-functioning metabolism.So, we finally caught up and recorded this new podcast episode.Kate Deering is a Holistic Lifestyle and Exercise Coach and published author of How To Heal Your Metabolism (a book that if you haven’t read, I can’t recommend enough!). In this podcast episode, we dive deep into sugar and why it isn’t poison. (I figured we’d dig up this topic again for new followers and as a friendly reminder that sugar isn’t all bad.)We chat about:➡️ WHEN and WHY sugar became the demon it’s considered by many today.➡️WHAT types of sugar are good for you and your metabolism.➡️Why sugar is necessary for optimal function and health.➡️ How sugar can actually help combat stress.➡️ The misconceptions about sugar and diabetes.➡️ And so much more!With sugar, you just feel better and function better. You also might get a little sweeter!Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldKate Deering @katedeeringfitnessAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Aug 24, 2020 • 32min
#16 - What Causes Menopausal Symptoms & How You Can Improve Them Without HRT With Keith Littlewood
What causes menopausal symptoms and weight gain and how you can improve them without HRTDo you have any other following menopausal symptoms?➡️ hot flashes➡️ weight gain➡️ insomnia➡️ night sweatsIf YES, this episode is for you.Keith Littlewood has been in the health and fitness industry for 20+ years. He’s worked for various organizations as a trainer and has his masters in Endocrinology. He offers insight into what’s happening beneath the surface in terms of your hormones and the body’s functions during menopause.In this podcast episode, Keith and I reveal why menopausal symptoms are NOT normal.We chat about the role of progesterone and thyroid hormone when it comes to menopause, as well as what contributes to estrogen dominance and related issues. He also talks about what you can do to rebalance your hormones and reduce your menopausal symptoms without hormone replacement therapy.Hot flashes and a lack of sleep don’t have to be your new norm!Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield: @kittyblomfieldKeith Littlewood: @tommolittlewoodAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Aug 2, 2020 • 20min
#15 - How to get rid of cellulite with Emma Sgourakis
I get this question all the time from women. They ask why cellulite happens and how they can get rid of it.And I know it’s possible to get rid of it because we’ve had women in our program who have done just that.In this podcast episode, I talk to Emma Sgourakis, my good friend, nutritionist, and the co-founder of @saturee_official, about why cellulite happens and how you can get rid of it. Cellulite happens when the tissue becomes more permeable. This means the cells become leaky and lose their structure.This is often because of estrogen dominance.You can become estrogen dominant from not eating enough, not eating enough of the RIGHT foods, from stress, overexercising, and more. For example, if you don’t get enough Vitamin A or enough calories in your diet, your body is unable to make progesterone which balances estrogen so you end up estrogen dominant.In this state, the body doesn’t heal well. Estradiol, a certain type of estrogen, increased fat cells and causes fibroblasts, the cell that synthesizes the structural matrix, to become ineffective. This means you end up predisposed to edema, leakiness, rigidity, and nonfunctional cells, and that tissue sits in pockets, particularly around the thighs and bums where you have that dimply look of cellulite.Easy ways to reduce estrogen dominance is by:➡️ eating the carrot salad daily.➡️ eating MORE food.➡️ reducing PUFAs (swap out cooking oils for butter, ghee etc).➡️ eat more frequently (every 3-4 hours).➡️ consume sugar and salts (salt helps reduce excess estrogen).➡️ eat more gelatine- containing foods, like bone broth and collagen.If you want to learn more about estrogen and its impact on cellulite, check out the whole podcast where Emma and I dig into all the nitty-gritty details. Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jul 26, 2020 • 31min
#14 - How this mum of 3 special needs boys beat her eating disorder and food obsession
😢Many women suffer from eating disorders, or binge-purge cycling, but they just don’t talk about it. A lot of these women keep it a secret due to the guilt and shame associated with it.Sonia Bridgewater used to be one of those women.Sonia is 46 years old, married, with 3 boys - all of whom have special needs. I admire her a lot.From the age of 9, Sonia has been in a constant battle with food. It started with anorexia. She had been sick and lost a few kilograms. When a boy made a comment about liking her bum in her jeans after being sick, she started restricting her food. She’d have secret binges then throw up afterwards.Food began to consume her life. It was a prison she couldn’t escape. She also started over-exercising. At 16 years old, she started seeing counsellors about it. But the cycle continued. She became a functioning bulimic where she would binge and purge a couple of times a week. She also tried various diets including carb cycling, paleo, high fat, high protein, no carbs, green juices, soup diets, and more.At her lowest, she was 37 kilograms. Today, Sonia has been in WAL for 18 months. She was tired of feeling weak and having food control her life. Originally, she joined to have more direction when it came to her training. But she discovered it to be so much more than that…Since joining WAL, Sonia:➡️ Is now 62 kgs➡️ Sleeps through the night➡️ Has more energy➡️ Has better skin➡️ And generally, feels better.She no longer purges or experiences binging episodes. Sonia says understanding her nutrition and mindset had a lot to do with that. She says,“It’s never too late to write a new book.”It’s entirely possible to free yourself from food and restriction. If you suffer from disordered eating or food obsession then you need to listen to this episode. Sonia shares her journey and how she beat her food demons. Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jul 21, 2020 • 1h 13min
#13 - Ash & Sarah Armstrong - Sugar, Carbs & Beating Amenorrhea
I just loved this podcast soooo much!The Strong Sistas, Ash and Sarah, are SO genuine and honest about their journey. I know a lot of women that could relate to exactly what they’re going through. If you don’t already follow them, check out their page! In this podcast episode, I talked to these two Strong Sistas about their health journey and how it’s evolved, especially as of late. They are constantly learning and transforming their definition of health - it’s bloody inspiring! Three months or so ago, Ashley and Sarah started incorporating more Ray Peat ideas into their diet. They had originally been on a carnivore diet (after vegan diets, fasting, and more). Previous to this more recent change, they had developed autoimmune conditions and stopped having their periods. They found the carnivore diet helped with their autoimmune conditions and helped them discover a more sustainable way of eating (in terms of environmentally and animal-friendly approaches). Yet, they both still didn’t have their period back. Recently, Sarah got hers back and they have both been eating a ton of great food in an effort to improve their health and try to get back in-tune with their hunger cues. On their Instagram page, they show their honest, transparent, and up-front journey toward better health. They don’t shy away from sharing all the details from self-love to what they’re eating each day. I can’t say enough kind words about these girls! Check out this podcast to learn more about their journey and how they’re dealing with weight gain throughout it and their mindset change. 💛Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands


