Biceps After Babies Radio

This week’s episode will help give you ideas on how to build a strong foundation in your fitness journey, and thus build your own success. I also talk about what to expect in the upcoming Five Days to a Fitter You Free Challenge, and MACROS 101. So let’s get to it! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/154 Follow me on Instagram! Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/challenge bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist www.bicepsafterbabies.com/28If you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

I'm honored to introduce you all to Alice on the “I Did It” Series today. As she shares her story, I think a lot of you will find that you relate to her journey and hopefully, it will give you hope and insight into what’s possible for you on the other side. This is going to be really fun, so let’s get into it!   Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/153 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Differences between a macro dieter and a macro scientist (2:27, 9:11)  The difference between learning something and applying it (3:47, 7:58 ) What to expect in Macros 101 (9:53, 22:17) Identity shift and discovering the empowered self (10:36, 11:43, 16:57, 20:49) Macros 101 community (14:12, 15:15,16:57) The power of being able to help someone believe in themselves (18:23) How coaching can only happen when vulnerability and openness happens (19:19) Free five days to a fitter you challenge (22:50)   Links: www.bicepsafterbabies.com/124  bicepsafterbabies.com/challengeIf you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

Today I’m back with another rant episode. This is something that I’ve been thinking about a lot recently, as I’ve been interacting with my clients, social media audience, and friends. It’s a topic that’s been recurring so frequently, I thought it would be important to discuss it on the podcast. I’m sure you’ve already seen the title of the episode, so let’s jump in. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/152 Follow me on Instagram! Links: www.bicepsafterbabies.com/102   bicepsafterbabies.com/challengeIf you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

In today’s Friday bonus episode, we have Anna Crosby, who shares about the tough choices she’s had to make throughout her fitness journey, and the life that she created for herself. I’m really proud of the decisions she chose to make, and I hope that after listening to today’s “I Did It” series, you’ll walk away knowing that you can do this in your own life, too. So let's dive into the interview. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/151 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Mindset shifts (4:54)  How physical shifts if not accompanied by internal shifts don’t last (10:07) What’s in store in Macros 101  (11:14) What coaching can be really like (15:45, 24:19) Alcohol and macro counting goals (17:17)  Being in control in making choices that are aligned with the outcomes that you want to create( 19:18, 22:11, 23:12) Just keep tracking (26:03)   Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlistIf you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

This week I dive into the topic of hiring an effective coach, and how to make sure that you’re getting a return on your investment. Inspired by a listener’s question, we’ll dig a little bit deeper as we go through today's episode.  Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/150 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Coaching: Its pluses and its minuses (5:38)  How to know when you need a coach? (7:33, 10:29) Coaches cannot guarantee your results  (12:41) Definition of a coach (14:30) It’s not all about what you know but it’s all about what you apply (14:30) What to look for in a good coach? (23:59, 26:56, 29:39, 31:25, 34:53, 36:40) How to know if a coach has actually been helpful in identifying self-sabotage when being coached? (37:24) The transformational coach (44:45) How to know when you should fire a coach or switch coaches or be done needing coaching (47:56, 51:12)   Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist bicepsafterbabies.com/cert www.bicepsafterbabies.com/146If you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

I'm coming at you with another Friday bonus episode, where Mandy Boland talks about being diagnosed with breast cancer, experiencing weight gain, and ultimately, her propulsion into MACROS 101. I’m really excited to share this episode and Mandy’s transformation with you this week! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/149 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: What’s in store in Macros 101 (1:32, 12:09)  How important tracking and balance is (9:48, 18:00) Progress can still happen even if we age  (14:36, 20:46) Being plant-based while doing macro counting (11:20, 13:03) Lifting with macro counting (13:32) Mental shifts while going through Macros 101 (15:41) You can get your best self back even if you encounter huge medical changes (20:04) Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlistIf you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

Today's episode is a fun one. We’re going to go through ten myths that’re making your fitness journey more difficult. Now, let’s get to some myth-busting. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/148 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Myth No. 1 You can’t count macros if you’re a vegetarian or a vegan (2:20)  Myth No. 2 Macro counting is a new fad diet (10:23) Myth No. 3 You have to hit your macros perfectly in order to see results (14:38) Myth No. 4 You have to eat over 140 grams of protein to be successful (21:40) Myth No. 5 You don't/ can't eat nutrient-dense food while counting macros (25:03) Myth No. 6 You have to weigh everything (29:13) Myth No. 7 Going under your macros is better than hitting them (31:24)  Myth No. 8 Counting macros is restrictive (33:01) Myth No. 9 Counting macros is only for weight lifters or women who are lean (37:18) Myth No. 10 You have to eat low fat (42:33)  What’s in store in Macros 101 (19:55, 20:47, 31:24, 35:57)    Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist www.bicepsafterbabies.com/65 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/144 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/34 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/124 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/126 If you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

In today’s “I Did It” Series, we have Anna Meinhardt who, at the age of 45, went through MACROS101 and was able to achieve her fitness goals. She is living proof that anything is possible, no matter your age. So let’s dive into today’s interview! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/147 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Pacifying the noise in one’s head  (5:01, 6:23) What got you here won’t get you there (8:36) Be coachable (9:41) Importance of tracking and using your data  (12:25) Have that scientist mindset (12:25 ) Your goals are possible  (24:10) What works for one person may not necessarily work for you  (15:33)  The biggest person to trust is YOURSELF (16:18,16:22, 18:46) Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlistIf you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

Maybe you have a goal, have worked to achieve something, and then have family, friends, or loved ones that are unsupportive, jealous, or work to sabotage you in the process. How do we deal with that? How do we manage that? This is an excellent topic to discuss, so let’s dive in. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/146 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Understanding the Why (3:03) The root of why others feel threatened when you succeed (3:43) Two ways you can experience someone else's success (8:31) Tip no. 1: Celebrate your own success  (17:46) Tip no. 2: Find a community that celebrates your successes (17:46 ) Tip no. 3: Communicate your goals with those that you love (23:15) Tip no. 4: Evaluate how important growth is to you  (27:44)  Tip no. 5: Become a better climber  (29:00) Confidence In Your Numbers (31:10)   Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/confidenceIf you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence 

Today is the start of our Friday bonus episodes, where I talk to MACROS101 alumnae and learn about their personal fitness, health, and weight loss journeys! We’re kicking it off with Shaelie, who’s dealt with PCOS and has experienced transformations both before having a child and after pregnancy. I'm so excited for you to hear Shaelie's story. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/145 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Beneficial tools in Macros 101 (13:45, 14:51) Shalie’s postpartum weight loss journey (18:13, 26:38, 28:31) One’s success is inevitable (20:10) How tracking is important (21:54) The need to prioritize what’s important to us  (24:06) Listen to your body rather than your fear (30:56, 34:07) Internal transformation (34:07, 35:43)  Confidence In Your Numbers (40:32, 42:30, 48:27) Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/confidenceIf you are ready to hear about the secrets that other macro coaches won't tell you, then join me for my LIVE Workshop, Confidence In Your Numbers, on January 30th and January 31st, where I will teach you the secrets of setting and adjusting your macros.Gain access for 50% off here at bicepsafterbabies.com/confidence