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The Improvement LabFueling Female Performance with Anna Busenburg, RD, CSP, LD, CLCFueling your body isn’t just about calories—it’s about timing, hormones, and choosing foods that support your performance, recovery, and overall health.In this episode, I’m joined by Anna Busenburg, RD, CSP, LD, CLC—a registered dietitian with American Dairy Association Mideast who brings a powerful, science-backed perspective on how women can fuel smarter at every stage of life.We dive into:- How hormones like estrogen affect performance & injury risk- What to know about fueling around your menstrual cycle- The tr...
2025-06-3047 minThe Improvement LabWhy Sleep Is the Most Underrated Hormone HackLet's dive deep into the powerful relationship between your sleep and your hormones — from stress to blood sugar, cravings to cycle health. If you’re constantly tired, wired, or anxious, your sleep might be the missing link.You’ll learn:What actually happens to your hormones when you don’t sleep wellHow poor sleep spikes cortisol and affects your moodWhy sleep impacts cravings and blood sugar swingsHow your menstrual cycle is affected by your sleep habitsPractical ways to improve sleep for better hormonal balance
2025-05-1316 minThe Improvement LabRedefining Success: Letting Go of Hustle Culture & PerfectionismWhat if the success you’re chasing isn’t what actually makes you feel fulfilled? In this episode, we’ll dive into how hustle culture, perfectionism, and comparison mess with our self-worth, and explore what it really means to feel “enough.”In this episode, you’ll learn:Why achievement alone doesn’t equal confidenceThe psychology behind perfectionism and hustle cultureHow to stop tying your worth to productivity or statusTangible mindset shifts to redefine success on your termsWhat real, sustainable fulfillment can look like
2025-05-0617 minThe Improvement LabFueling Your Brain: The Nutrition-Mood ConnectionWhat if your low energy, irritability, or anxiety wasn’t just in your head—but actually connected to what you’re eating (or not eating)? In this episode, Jaclyn, a registered dietitian and queer wellness coach, breaks down the science behind how nutrition impacts your mental health. From blood sugar crashes to nutrient deficiencies, gut health to under-eating, this episode is packed with practical tips, relatable insights, and empowering encouragement to help you feel more like you again.In this episode, you’ll learn:- How skipping meals and low blood sugar affect your mood- W...
2025-04-2922 minThe Improvement LabBuilding Confidence When You Don’t Fit the MoldDo you ever feel like you’re too much, not enough, or just don’t quite fit in? Same. In this episode, Jaclyn gets real about what it’s like to build confidence when the world wasn’t built with you in mind.Through personal stories, psychological insights, and practical tools, you’ll learn how to stop shrinking yourself and start showing up boldly as who you actually are.In this episode, you’ll learn:- What confidence really means (and what it’s not)- How to build...
2025-04-2218 minThe Improvement LabIs Your Metabolism “Broken”? Here’s the Science-Based TruthAs a dietitian and personal trainer, I’ve seen countless women struggle with low energy, plateaus, and hormone imbalances—often thinking their metabolism is “broken.” Spoiler: it’s not. It’s just adaptive. And it’s time to work with your body, not against it.In this episode we’ll walk through the science of metabolism (in a way that actually makes sense), calculate real calorie needs using a real-life example, and give you the tools to fuel your body without diet culture BS or expensive supplements.🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:W...
2025-04-1521 minThe Improvement LabFrom 0 to 13.1: My First Half Marathon RecapIn this episode, I’m recapping my entire half marathon journey—from deciding to start running again after a 10-year break to crossing the finish line after 13.1 miles. I walk you through how I trained, how I balanced running with strength training, and how I approached fueling.I share what went well, what I’d do differently, the moments I was proud of, and the things I wish I knew going in—like why tapering messed with my head and how skipping my pre-run stretch was a big mistake. If you’re training for a race, th...
2025-04-0823 minThe Improvement LabCycle Syncing 101: Natural Ways to Improve Your Hormonal HealthIn this episode of The Improvement Lab, we dive deep into the science of women's hormones and explore natural ways to support them for better health and wellness. From mood swings and fatigue to metabolism and gut issues, your hormones play a key role in how you feel day-to-day. But here's the twist—most health advice is based on men’s hormonal cycles, which operate on a 24-hour rhythm, while women follow a 28-day cycle. So how do we work with our bodies instead of against them?In this episode, you'll learn:The...
2025-04-0127 minThe Improvement LabFear of Failure: Why It’s Holding You Back & How to Overcome ItThe fear of failure holds so many of us back—but what if failure was actually the key to success? In this episode, we dive into the psychology behind why we fear failure, how our brains are wired to avoid it, and the hidden opportunities failure creates. You’ll learn:🔹 How to reframe failure as growth instead of defeat🔹 The ‘10-Year Rule’ to instantly shift your perspective🔹 Why setting "failure goals" can lead to bigger wins🔹 The power of celebrating small wins to build confidence🔹 Science-backed strategies to push past fear and take action
2025-03-2522 minThe Improvement LabHow to Stop Caring What People Think (For Real) – The Science of Letting GoDo you find yourself constantly worrying about what others think? Whether it’s people-pleasing, overanalyzing, or holding yourself back out of fear of judgment, caring too much can be exhausting. In this episode, we’re diving into the psychology and science behind why we care so much—and how to finally break free.✅ The psychology behind why we crave approval and fear judgment✅ How social conditioning and evolution play a role in people-pleasing✅ Why caring less isn’t about being careless—but about building self-trust✅ Tangible strategies to set boundaries and...
2025-03-1824 minThe Improvement LabThe Science of Stress: Why You’re Always Stressed & How to Manage ItEver feel like you’re constantly stressed, no matter how much you try to relax? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down why stress isn’t actually the enemy—but how you respond to it is everything. What You’ll Learn:✅ What stress really does to your brain & body✅ Why you’re always stuck in fight-or-flight mode✅ 5 science-backed strategies to manage stress (that actually work)✅ The mindset shift that instantly changes how you experience stress✅ Practical, real-life tips to feel calmer starting todayIf you’re t...
2025-03-1120 minThe Improvement LabThe 5 Micro-Habits You Need for a Better Life (Science-Approved!)We often think big changes require big effort—but what if the secret to transformation lies in the smallest daily actions? In this episode, we’re diving into five science-backed micro-habits that can drastically improve your health, mindset, and productivity with minimal effort and maximum impact.I’ll break down the psychology behind micro-habits, why they work, and how to seamlessly integrate them into your routine. Plus, I’ll share my own experiences with micro-habits—like 1 -minute nighttime resets, gratitude journaling, and my evening to-do list—so you can see firsthan...
2025-03-0428 minThe Improvement LabGut Health & Mental Health: The Surprising ConnectionDo you ever feel anxious, stressed, or just "off" and wonder if it could be connected to your gut? Science says it probably is.In this episode, we’re diving into the powerful gut-brain connection—how your digestion impacts your mood, energy, and overall mental well-being.I’ll break down:- what your gut actually does (hint: it’s way more than just digesting food)- how it communicates with your brain- what signs might indicate your gut health needs some love - m...
2025-02-2529 minThe Improvement LabSleep Science: Why You’re Exhausted & What to Do About ItYou're constantly tired, even after a full night's sleep—what gives? In this episode of The Improvement Lab, we’re diving into the science of sleep to uncover why you might always feel exhausted and, more importantly, how to fix it.
We’ll break down:- The real impact of sleep on your brain and body- How much sleep you actually need (and why it’s different for men and women)- The role of light, circadian rhythms, and your routines
- Science-backed strategies to improve sleep quality and wake...
2025-02-1825 minThe Improvement LabWhy Your Habits Aren’t Sticking (And How to Fix It)Ever feel like no matter how hard you try, your habits just don’t stick? You start strong, but a few weeks in, motivation fades, and you’re back to square one. You’re not alone—and there’s a science-backed reason why this happens.In this episode, we’re breaking down...- the psychology of habit formation- why willpower isn’t enough and why motivation is a myth- what actually works when it comes to creating routines that lastI’ll share researc...
2025-02-1114 minThe Improvement LabMastering Change – Why It’s Hard & How to Do It AnywayChange is uncomfortable. It’s uncertain. And sometimes, it’s downright terrifying. But it’s also the key to growth. In this episode of The Improvement Lab, we’re diving into the science of why change feels so hard—and, more importantly, how to navigate it with confidence.
You’ll learn:- Why your brain resists change (and how to rewire it)- How to know when it’s really time for a change- The biggest changes I’ve faced—career, identity, and more- Science-backed strategies to embrace change & step into...
2025-02-0413 minThe Improvement LabUnlock Your Potential: The Improvement Lab TrailerWelcome to The Improvement Lab! In this trailer episode, I’m introducing what this podcast is all about—science-backed strategies, mindset shifts, and real-life stories to help you unlock your potential and become your most confident, authentic self. Whether you're here for wellness, personal growth, or just a fresh perspective, you're in the right place. Let's get started!
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2025-01-3000 minThe Improvement LabThe Science of Confidence: Rewire Your MindConfidence isn’t something you’re just born with—it’s something you build. In this episode of The Improvement Lab, we’re diving into the science behind confidence, how it shapes your mindset and success, and why it’s the key to becoming your most authentic self. I’ll share my personal journey with confidence, from navigating identity as a more masculine-presenting queer woman to overcoming an eating disorder and learning to truly own my space.
Plus, we’ll break down practical, science-backed strategies—like self-talk, body language, and small daily actions—to help you strengthen...
2025-01-0515 min
Level Up With LilyJaclyn Bendt: Level Up Through Intuitive Eating, Breaking Free from Diet Culture, and Nutrition Myth-Busting
007: This week's guest is Jaclyn Bendt. Jaclyn is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor based in New York City. Her expertise lies in empowering women to find their sense of balance and freedom through personalized guidance in nutrition and fitness. With an extensive background in coaching and nutritional counseling, she has had the honor of supporting countless women in their quests to heal their gut health, harmonize hormones, and adopt intuitive eating practices.
In this episode, Jaclyn shares how she embarked on her career in dietetics and discovered int...
2024-04-0245 min
Bits of BalanceREPOST: Combating Modern Diet Culture with STT Assistant Coach Jaclyn Bendt, RDN, LD, CPTIf you've been looking to break out of food restriction and the modern dieting culture we're surrounded with once and for all, I've got just the episode for you girl. My first interview on this podcast is with none other than STT assistant coach and Registered Dietitian Jaclyn Bendt. We discuss her story with dieting, how she was able to break away from it, tips we use with our clients, and so much more!
Time Stamps:
(0:24) Our Guest Jaclyn
(3:05) Diving Into Diet Culture
(7:05) Diet Culture’s Impact on Ja...
2022-10-1938 min
Bits of BalanceOptimal Hormone Health – Amenorrhea, Metabolism, ED RecoveryJoin me in today’s episode as I chat with Chloe Catherine, a Dynamic Eating Psychology Coach, Therapeutic Nutrition Counselor, and Eating Disorder Recovery Mentor.
Highlighted topics:
- Chloe’s eating disorder recovery story and how she regained her period after not having it for 11 years.
- Why do women experience hypothalamic amenorrhea?
- What occurs internally when our hormones are not balanced and how is our metabolism affected?
- What physical signs and symptoms can manifest without a regular, monthly menstrual cycle?
- What steps need to be taken in order to heal our relationship with food, our body, and...
2022-05-0951 minBits of BalanceAll Intuitive Eating Questions - ANSWERED by THE Creator, Elyse Resch, MS, RDN, CEDRD-SJoin me in today's episode as I interview the creator and co-author of Intuitive Eating, Elyse Resch, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, FAND.
Highlighted topics:
• What’s the true definition of Intuitive Eating?
• How are the weight loss and diet industry rebranding and what do we need to look out for as consumers? How is intuitive eating being misrepresented?
• What are the 10 principles?
• How does one approach re-learning Intuitive Eating (as we’re mostly all born with this internal wisdom about eating)?
• How Intuitive Eating is part of a social justice movement to eradicate weight stigma and educate the world that each person deserve...
2022-01-1054 minBits of BalanceOvercoming Orthorexia + Faith + All Things Alcohol with Sara CarlucciJoin me in today's episode as I chat with Sara Carlucci, NASM CPT, CNC
Highlighted topics:
- Recovering from Orthorexia
- Wanting to become the smallest version of yourself to the best and strongest version of yourself
- The role that faith, spirituality, and her relationship with God has shaped her into who she is today
- How alcohol actually CAN be a part of a healthy and balanced lifestyle
- The role of being your true, authentic self
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2021-12-0637 minBits of BalanceYour Metabolism and Healing Your Relationship With Food with Erica Drewry, RDJoin me in today's episode as I chat with Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and Certified Eating Disorder Dietitian Supervisor, Erica Drewry.
Highlighted Topics:
- Where to START when healing your relationship with food
- The timeline to healing your relationship to food... how long can you expect it to take?
- The importance of taking ACTION and consistent eating intervals
- The effects of restriction on your metabolism and how to heal your metabolism (it IS possible!)
- How to begin actively t...
2021-08-1042 min
Recovery BitesVulnerability is Strength with Jaclyn Bendt, CPTIn this episode, I am joined by Jaclyn Bendt, CPT, a non-diet Registered Dietitian to be and a certified personal trainer studying medical dietetics at The Ohio State University. After struggling with an eating disorder herself, Jaclyn is passionate about using what she has learned in recovery to help others find freedom with food, peace with their bodies, and how to pursue enjoyable movement without obsession. Along with her schooling and coaching, Jaclyn is also the host of the “Bits of Balance” podcast. Join us for a conversation about navigating potential triggers when entering the eating disorder fiel...
2021-07-1946 minBits of BalanceThe Road to Finding Food Freedom and Embracing YOU with Sam Previte, RD, LDN, CPTIn today's episode, I interview Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and founder of Find Food Freedom Sam Previte.
Sammy enjoys working with all different populations. Her favorite part about being a dietitian is helping others create peace with food. Many people believe that dietitians are the food police–this is simply untrue. Sammy believes that food was made to provide our bodies with nourishment and pleasure. Sammy treats each client with individualized care based on their specific needs. Sammy and the entire team at her virtual private practice - Find Food Freedom is proud to say that they do not...
2021-07-1437 minBits of BalanceFashion Model to Holistic Health Coach with Gabbi SorensenIn today's episode, I interview Gabbi from @gabbacado on Instagram. Gabbi is a Holistic Health Coach that is super passionate about helping others discover their most intuitive, free and truly healthy selves. Growing up as a ballet dancer and then entering the modeling industry at 18, thinness was always a priority in her life. After struggling with an eating disorder for almost five years and thankfully coming out on the other side, she now is super passionate about sharing her story to help bring light to others and spread the word about true, holistic health.
Some topics discussed:- The inside...
2021-07-0736 minBits of BalanceNavigating Eating Disorder Recovery + Intuitive Movement with Sarah Herman, CPTIn today's episode, I interview Sarah J. Herman on all things eating disorder recovery, intuitive movement, digestive health, and so much more!
Here are some topics covered:
- Eating Disorders as a sense of control
- Separating your ED from your healthy self and knowing that YOU are NOT your ED
- Intuitive movement – learning to enjoy exercise and movement again/detaching movement from being a numbers game
- Discovering new passions in life at any age
- Recipe creation and baking as a therapeutic strategy when healing your relationship with food
- Navigating a digestive disorder diagnosis
Connect with Sar...
2021-06-2945 minBits of BalanceSteps to Evolving and Achieving 360 Wellness - Mind, Body, and Spirit with Emily FeiklsAre you looking to achieve REAL wholistic wellness? Wellness encompasses the mind, body, and spirit. Health is SO much more than just physical; it is emotional, mental, and spiritual too. Today's special guest, Emily Feikls dives into why she believes that this is true and how she has navigated this in her own life while sharing authentic, vulnerable, and down-to-earth personal stories.
Emily is a content creator and podcast host working to create impact through the power of shared experiences and personal insight. After struggling through her own experiences with mental health, an eating disorder, and chronic illness, Emily now...
2021-06-1657 minBits of Balance10 Things I Wish I Knew Prior To Starting My Fitness JourneyThere are SO many things that I wish I knew prior to starting my fitness journey. I now resonate more with the word "wellness" rather than "fitness" as it brings a more holistic approach. Physical fitness is still a part of my life; however, it is a much smaller part of my life now that I focus on ALL aspects of health (mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, etc.)
As a certified personal trainer, I still am passionate about movement and fitness though and that is why I want to share the top 10 things that I wish I knew and that I...
2021-06-1021 minBits of BalanceExercise Addiction + Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Recovery + Hormone Health with Sarah King, Ex PhysSarah King is a Health At Every Size (HAES) Exercise Physiologist and health coach who uses scientific facts and her personal journey to empower other women to develop a permanent positive relationship with food, exercise, and their bodies. Through her 1:1 and group coaching programs, as well as her online community Recovery Club, she helps women regain their periods, balance their hormones, find food freedom and have a healthier relationship with exercise all while gaining body confidence. Her primary belief is to ‘unlearn’ everything about diet culture. It’s about nourishing the body and mind with scientific facts to build foundations for a...
2021-06-0343 minBits of BalanceThe Connection Between Dieting and Eating Disorders - My StoryIn today’s episode, I dive into some scientific research from The Minnesota Starvation Experiment to gain an understanding of how dieting and restrictive eating habits can lead to the development of eating disorders. Specifically, I relate this back to my story as my past ED developed from one “innocent” diet at the time.
I dive into...
- How restriction affects the brain and neurological pathways
- How dieting affects our psychological and physiological well-being
- Thoughts and behaviors that may come up when dieting
- How di...
2021-05-2717 minBits of BalanceWhy Weight ≠ Health + Navigating Diet Culture with Marie-Pier, RDBridging the gap between psychology and nutrition is something that today's special guest, Registered Dietitian Marie-Pier is passionate about and an expert on. In addition, Marie-Pier is an anti-diet dietitian who practices from a weight-inclusive lens.
In this episode, Marie-Pier shares what Health At Every Size means and how we can view weight and health as separate entities rather than something that is always linked together. She discusses how little weight truly means in the grand scheme of health along with how you can actually tell your doctor NO to being weighed.
Additionally, Marie-Pier talks about what diet culture is, h...
2021-05-1842 minBits of BalanceMovement Beyond Calories Burned + Mindset Shifts with Leah Baker, CPTThere is more to movement than changing your body and burning calories. Your mindset is at the core of the actions that you take and the thoughts that you think.
Those are just two of the main topics that special guest, Leah Baker and I discuss in today's episode. Leah also shares the story of her history with an eating disorder. Growing up her identity was the "healthy" girl. However, we discuss how Leah navigated and shifted this identity when recovering from her eating disorder even after tracking macros for 6 years - it IS...
2021-05-1147 minBits of BalanceMotivation, Resilience, and Self-Compassion in Recovery with Meg McCabeDo you need a little extra boost of motivation in your recovery journey? Or maybe you want to learn how to stay resilient and show yourself self-compassion? This episode with CCI Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of Recovery Collective, Meg McCabe, is for you!
In this episode, Meg explains what an eating disorder recovery coach is and how it is different from someone like a therapist or dietitian that may be on the treatment team, and how having a coach has really benefitted many of her clients.
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2021-05-0437 minBits of BalanceReclaiming Your Life in ED Recovery + The Growth Mindset with Emily Meador, RDNGrow through what you go through... a common theme of today's episode with Emily Meador, RDN. Emily shares her story with a history of an eating disorder and how it actually lead her into studying nutrition. However, she now uses what she has gone through and learned as an intuitive eating dietitian who focuses on helping people heal their relationship with food and get comfortable in the kitchen.
Emily also discusses how she initially opened up about her eating disorder through a 6-page single-spaced letter. She shares how opening up her eating disorder and...
2021-04-2737 minBits of BalanceNavigating Diet Culture in College + Body Trust with Holly GreenbergJoin two non-diet Registered Dietitians to be as we discuss the prevalence of diet culture in college along with how to navigate it/shed light on this topic.
Holly also shares her experiences with disordered eating in the past and how a lot of it was really rooted in internalized messaging that she received at a very young age from diet culture. However, she also discusses how she came across Intuitive Eating and how it not only changed her view of nutrition but her life.
Holly and I also dive into body trust. We talk about how your body is t...
2021-04-2132 minBits of BalanceCaffeine and Coffee 101 + Nutrition Myths with Andy The RDJoin Andy and me as we answer all of your questions about coffee and caffeine. What are the health benefits? How much is too much? What are the best sources of caffeine? What is the best time to drink it?
In addition, Andy shares what his journey was like in becoming a Registered Dietitian and what it is like to be a male dietitian in a field that is supersaturated with women and females.
Andy and I also get into nutrition myths and he debunks a few for us...
2021-04-1336 minBits of BalanceRoot Causes of Disordered Eating/ED's + Making Food Fun & Enjoyable Again with Mallory Page, RDNDo you ever wonder WHY you are struggling with disordered eating or an eating disorder? Join Mallory Page, RDN, and me in today's episode as we discuss the importance of understanding the root causes that may lead to these things. We dive into specific personality traits that may make you more susceptible to developing an eating disorder or disordered eating habits. However, Mallory shares how you can actually use these traits to your advantage when healing your relationship with food, your body, and exercise.
In addition, in this episode, Mal discusses how we can m...
2021-04-0735 minBits of BalanceAll About Accepting and Caring For Your BodyIs it really about loving your body? Or is it more about learning how to accept, respect, and care for your body?
Having a positive body image can be hard in our world today. In addition, coping with a changing body can be extremely difficult when society conditions us to think that our bodies should be the same size or that it should be our goal to keep our bodies as small as possible.
The reality is that our bodies are meant to change, they should naturally ebb and flow. In addition, it is okay if you don't LOVE your...
2021-03-3111 minBits of BalanceED Recovery in the Modeling Industry + The Value of Support with Kate NoelJoin Kate and me in today’s episode as we dive into all things eating disorder recovery in the modeling industry, the value of support, and so much more.
In today’s episode, Kate shares her story with a history of an eating disorder. She discusses the role that playing sports growing up alongside being a model impacted her relationship with food and her body. She also dives into how her modeling career has transformed over time and how now it is something so special and positive!
Kate also talk...
2021-03-2439 minBits of BalanceMy Eating Disorder StoryLearn more about my story with an eating disorder. How did it develop? When did it come up? How did it effect my life and where am I today?
2021-03-1619 minBits of BalanceGut Health + Side Effects of Undereating + Food Science with Caroline BiddleWhat influences our gut health? What are the side effects of undereating that no one really talks about? Join Caroline and me in today's episode as we dive into all things gut health as we have both struggled with IBS and have a great deal of experience with this. In addition, Caroline discusses the side effects of undereating that often aren't spoken about in the media. For example, what actually happens when you are below a weight that your body is most comfortable at? Caroline and I also talk about food science and food marketing. We share with you WHY "...
2021-03-1040 minBits of BalanceIntuitive Eating - The Key to End Dieting with Claire Chewning, RDN, RYTAre you tired of the never-ending diet cycle? Intuitive Eating is for you. In today’s episode, Claire shares what intuitive eating is and dives into a few of the principles. We also discuss how health is multi-dimensional and how intuitive eating actually goes way beyond just the food. Claire also shares how she has seen intuitive eating transform many of her clients' lives in such a positive way. Claire shares how she has had clients come to the realization that they aren’t the problem, it is the diets and diet culture that are the problem. However, the good news...
2021-03-0139 minBits of BalanceSupplements 101 + Weight Training vs. Cardio with Paige Myers, MS, RDDo you ever feel overwhelmed by the millions of supplements that are on the market? Join Paige Myers, MS, RD, and me today as we discuss what supplements are actually necessary... if any. We also talk about the differences between weight training and cardio and how these forms of movement affect our bodies and our overall health. Paige also shares some of her top tips on how to live a healthier lifestyle while keeping it sustainable and balanced. Paige is incredibly smart and shares some great scientific information on this episode, so get ready!
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2021-02-1628 minBits of BalanceEmpowering Women + Our Core Values + Food Freedom with Deanna Wolfe, MS, RDNJoin @dietitiandeanna and me in today's episode as we discuss everything from women empowering women, discovering what our core values are in life, to finding food freedom and ditching diet culture. Deanna and I also discuss what our weight truly means in the grand scheme of "health" and how she views weight as a non-diet dietitian. As a Registered Dietitian, Deanna also shares what the difference is between a "health coach", "nutritionist", and an RD. She also talks about some of her top tips that are action-based steps on how to really ditch the diet mindset and find food freedom...
2021-02-0937 minBits of BalanceFinding Balance with Food with Registered Dietitian, Gina ForsterJoin Gina Forster, MS, RDN, and me in today’s episode as we dive into how to find balance with food. We also discuss how to keep a positive relationship with food as a college student as this is the population that Gina works with. In addition, Gina and I talk about how to navigate nutrition when certain allergies or medical conditions are present. Lastly, Gina shares some of her top tips on how to raise children free from diet culture.
Gina Forster is a Dietitian from Columbus, Ohio. Gina is first and foremost a...
2021-02-0231 minBits of BalanceAchieving Wholistic Wellness + Body Kindness + Overcoming Food Fears with Lily DicksonLife is WAY too short to be at war with yourself every single day. In today’s episode, Lily and I discuss how to truly treat your body with kindness, how to overcome your food fears, and how food is actually more than fuel. We also discuss if tracking macros is really necessary for you. Lily shares her experience with many of these topics and how she has overcome these unhealthy mindsets and found a new sense of freedom. I am confident that so many of us can resonate with her as she demonstrates balance in such a special wa...
2021-01-2628 minBits of BalanceDiet Culture's Toxic Traits + Confronting Challenges + ED Recovery with Chey LindsayWhat are diet culture's toxic traits? What is life without a challenge? These are just a couple of the questions that Chey and I discuss in today's episode. Chey also shares her story about her eating disorder and how she is working towards recovery. In that, we talk about why getting professional help is essential and is NOT something to be ashamed of.
Chey is a 3rd year nursing student in Canada and is currently working in the health care field through the pandemic. She did 2 years of university before starting her nursing program...
2021-01-1938 minBits of BalanceTraining for Strength + Navigating Nutrition Information with Casey LewandowskiIn today’s episode, Casey and I discuss training for strength rather than training for a certain physique or to maintain certain aesthetics. We also will debunk the fear of women getting “bulky”. Additionally, Casey and I have a wonderful conversation on how to navigate nutrition information online or in the media. Who is actually qualified and who can be trusted? Finally, Casey shares some of her top tips on how to maintain balance in life as she works several jobs, works hard in the gym, is a student, has a social life, and so much more. Therefore, she has some g...
2021-01-1236 minBits of BalanceBuilding Your Inner ConfidenceDo you ever feel like you lack confidence or you don't quite know how to re-build confidence within yourself after a tough time? Join me in today's episode as I discuss my top tips on how to gain back your confidence. I dive into how being your true self, taking care of yourself, and celebrating small wins can help you to restore your confidence. I will also specifically talk about how to re-establish confidence within your body in order to promote a more positive body image. Lastly, join me as I talk through ways to be more confident and...
2021-01-0616 minBits of BalanceFinding Freedom in Eating Disorder Recovery + Body Acceptance with Erin ChristIn today's episode, Erin Christ who is the face behind Body By Breakfast on Instagram shares her experience with how she found freedom in SO many areas in her life through her eating disorder recovery. We discuss the role that her Instagram has played in her recovery and how it provided accountability, a supportive community, and much more. Erin also shares her top tips on how to accept and respect our bodies as they change.
Erin is the face behind Body By Breakfast on Instagram. She just graduated from UNLV with her bachelor's degree in nutrition and is currently in h...
2020-12-3041 minBits of BalanceNon-diet Resolutions for the New YearYour New Years' resolutions don't have to focus on weight loss, starting a new diet, or exercising more. In 2021, my challenge for all of us is to actually make goals for ourselves not to diet, and not to strive to lose weight. Sounds super weird right? But I am confident that this will lead to a more enjoyable and less stressful start to the new year. So join me in today's episode as I discuss my top five non-diet resolutions and goals for us to tackle together in 2021.
2020-12-2814 minBits of BalanceA Balanced Approach to Fitness with Adison BarnhartIn today's episode Adison and I talk about everything from her experiences with bodybuilding to her current experiences with intuitive eating and enjoyable movement. Adison and I dive deep into the scary side of what an obsession with "health" and fitness may bring us. We also discuss the toxic pressure that society and social media so often places on us and how to move through that. Next, we explore what getting rid of tracking your food intake and body weight can give you in life (spoiler alert - FREEDOM!!). Additionally, Adison and I talk about body image and weight struggles...
2020-12-2241 minBits of BalanceTips to Overcome PerfectionismHave you also been a raging perfectionist for years? Join me in today’s episode as I share my top tips for overcoming perfectionism and accepting your imperfections.
Our perfectionistic mentalities have the ability to strip us of so much in life. Our peace of mind, self-esteem, true enjoyment, satisfaction, and spontaneity to name a few.
This episode will provide you with realistic and tangible ways to overcome this so that you can live a happier, more laid back, and fulfilled life.
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