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Grow Your Nutrition Business#202 The Global Health Project: Collaborative Initiative To Create Bridges Between Healthcare Providers & Gym OwnersIn this episode, host Nicole Aucoin introduces an exciting initiative called the Global Health Project. This collaborative effort aims to bridge the gap between traditional healthcare providers and gym owners by fostering partnerships that promote lifestyle interventions—nutrition, sleep, mindset, movement, and strength training. With healthcare professionals often constrained by time in clinical settings, the Global Health Project empowers gym owners with free training on building these critical partnerships. Nicole shares real-world success stories from gyms already working with medical professionals, demonstrating the impact of integrating fitness and nutrition into patient care. Launching on March 20th, the Gl...2025-03-1714 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#201 Adding 54 New Members To CrossFit Simpsonville In 31 Days with Gordon LakeIn this episode of the Grow Your Nutrition Business Podcast, host Nicole Aucoin sits down with Gordon Lake, a CrossFit affiliate owner and Southeast regional rep, to discuss how he successfully added 54 new members to his gym in January. Gordon shares key strategies behind his gym's growth, including effective planning, logistics, and the power of youth strength and conditioning programs. He also dives into the importance of community engagement, follow-up strategies, and creative approaches to gym ownership. Plus, Nicole highlights upcoming events like the Gym Accelerator Summit and a healthcare appreciation initiative, designed to help gym owners support their...2025-03-1038 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#200 Systems To Build & Scale A Nutrition Program In A GymIn this episode of the Grow Your Nutrition Business podcast, host Nicole Aucoin, founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition and HSN Mentoring, delves into the essential systems needed to build and scale a professional nutrition coaching program. She breaks down four key areas: client journey, client management, coach development, and quality assurance—emphasizing the importance of personalized accountability, streamlined sales processes, and consistent coaching experiences. Nicole also shares insights on the Gym Accelerator Summit and provides valuable resources for those looking to enhance or launch their nutrition coaching programs, including HSN Mentoring’s turnkey solutions and a hiring guide for nutr...2025-03-0626 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#197 Nutrition Conversation Starter In Your Gym: Prioritizing Protein When Strength Training In this episode of the Grow Your Nutrition Business Podcast, host Nicole Aucoin dives into the practical ways gym owners and coaches can successfully integrate nutrition coaching into their fitness programs. She emphasizes the power of informal conversations about nutrition and how these discussions can help members better understand the connection between what they eat, their fitness goals, and overall wellness. Nicole highlights the importance of team alignment to ensure a consistent message on nutrition and fitness is delivered across the board. She also shares valuable insights on protein intake, the significance of sleep, and how gym members can...2024-10-0414 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#190 Creating Healthcare Partnerships In Your Gym To Serve More People In Your CommunityIn this episode. Nicole Aucoin, delves into the importance of a holistic approach to nutrition. Emphasizing the inadequacies of the traditional healthcare system, Nicole recounts her journey from a hospital dietitian to establishing successful healthcare partnerships. She discusses the critical steps in creating a professional nutrition coaching program, aligning with healthcare providers, and ultimately, helping clients prevent and reverse chronic diseases through lifestyle changes. The episode offers actionable tips for gym owners and nutrition coaches to build effective collaborations with medical professionals, ensuring consistent client support outside of the gym environment. What You’ll Learn: · Personal Jo...2024-06-0327 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#189 Incorporating Nutrition Into Bring A Friend Week At Your GymIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin delves into the strategy and benefits of integrating nutrition coaching into your gym's Bring a Friend Week. Nicole shares insights on how to effectively register participants, maintain personalized communication, and structure classes to ensure a comfortable and welcoming experience. She discusses the importance of incorporating nutrition from the first interaction, using tools like automated emails, mini seminars, and informal conversations. Nicole also highlights the success of referral programs and strategies for engaging seasonal or traveling members through virtual coaching. Please tune in to learn how to boost your gym’s membership and help clients ach...2024-05-2713 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#186 How To Build An Employee Wellness Program In A CrossFit GymIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin, shares valuable insights on building successful employee wellness programs beyond gym premises. She emphasizes a holistic approach to health, including nutrition, stress management, mindset, sleep support, lifestyle, and exercise, highlighting the benefits of fostering engagement and group support within companies. Nicole discusses practical strategies for structuring programs, such as six-week challenges or seminar series, and stresses the importance of initiating conversations with HR directors and company owners to convey the program's broader benefits. What You'll Learn: Importance of holistic health approach: Addressing nutrition, stress management, mindset, sleep support, lifestyle, and exercise. S...2024-04-1818 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#182 Prioritizing Health Inside Your Gym To Accelerate Results & Impact: How To Do ItIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin discusses the transformation of gyms into holistic wellness centers by integrating nutrition coaching alongside fitness programs. She emphasizes the importance of addressing nutrition and lifestyle factors outside of the gym to support members in achieving their health goals. Nicole shares insights from a recent summit on muscle mass, protein, and social connection, highlighting their impact on longevity and overall health. She provides practical strategies for gym owners to prioritize nutrition, including hosting seminars, leveraging community events like the CrossFit Open, and encouraging Google reviews focused on nutrition and accountability. By fostering consistency in messaging...2024-02-1218 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#177 Nutrition Coaching Program Trends & Best PracticesIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin explores challenges and opportunities in gym nutrition coaching, highlighting the trend that only 5% of gym revenue comes from nutrition coaching. She urges gyms to prioritize nutrition, boost confidence in selling nutrition services, and implement scalable systems. She discusses client engagement, featuring strategies like the "committed club" for increased attendance. Nicole emphasizes the importance of personalized check-ins and proper pricing for accountability in both gym attendance and nutrition coaching. What You'll Learn: Low Revenue from Nutrition Coaching Importance of Gym Owners Making Nutrition a Core Pi...2024-01-1525 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#175 Best Practices When Running A Nutrition Challenge In A CrossFit GymAre you planning to run a nutrition challenge in New Year in your gym or CrossFit affiliate? During this episode, Nicole Aucoin, founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition, discusses best practices when running a nutrition challenge in a gym. Nicole has helped thousands of gym owners launch nutrition challenges to kickstart an ongoing nutrition program. In this episode, Nicole Aucoin discusses: When should you start your nutrition challenge? How long should a nutrition challenge be in a gym? How to market your nutrition challenge? Simple tips when executing a n...2023-11-1317 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#174 Inside Girls Gone RX & Compete For A Cure: Breast Cancer FoundationIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin welcomes Lindsey Marcelli, the founder of Girls Gone RX and Compete for a Cure, to discuss their efforts to support breast cancer survivors. Lindsey shares her journey of starting Girls Gone RX in 2012 as a way to combine fitness and fundraising for breast cancer charities. Over the years, they've expanded to over 300 events and have raised over a million dollars. We also talked about tips for hosting successful Girls Gone RX events, the importance of fundraising for local communities, and their new partnership with Healthy Steps Nutrition to offer nutrition coaching scholarships to breast...2023-10-2626 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#172 Inside The Small Town Strong Documentary: Changing The Way We See & Respond To AddictionIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin interviews Dale King, a CrossFit affiliate owner, about his impactful journey using CrossFit to aid individuals battling opioid addiction. Dale shares insights into his documentary, "Small Town Strong," which addresses addiction's challenges and offers solutions. He delves into how pharmaceutical companies misled doctors, contributing to the opioid crisis, and highlights the importance of sharing stories to foster community support. Dale also provides practical guidance for gym owners looking to engage in addiction recovery through CrossFit and emphasizes the need for compassion and understanding. Don't miss the release of "Small Town Strong" on various platforms...2023-10-1222 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#170 How To Rethink Launching A Nutrition Program Inside A CrossFit Gym▼ ▽ FREE 5-Day Masterclass For Gym Owners: How To Build A Nutrition Program In Your Gym https://api.grow.pushpress.com/widget/form/22ZKMJnSOG7FHpkk1tG3 In this episode, Nicole Aucoin explores the essential parallels between running a gym and establishing a successful nutrition coaching program. She underscores the importance of adopting a holistic approach to health, incorporating nutrition alongside exercise, stress management, mindset, sleep, and more to prevent and reverse chronic diseases. Nicole offers valuable insights on repositioning nutrition challenges as effective on-ramps to ongoing coaching and emphasizes the significance of hiring passionate and knowledgeable nutrit...2023-10-0414 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#167 How To Do A Health Check On Your Nutrition Program: Tips For Gym OwnersIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin provides insightful guidance on evaluating and optimizing a gym's nutrition coaching program. Through a comprehensive four-pillar approach, Nicole delves into the key areas of communication, sales, fulfillment, and retention. With a focus on effective communication, she emphasizes the importance of a consistent and clear message about the nutrition program and highlighting success stories. Nicole shares valuable sales strategies, including bundling nutrition, fitness, and accountability, as well as ensuring staff members are well-versed in the program. The episode highlights the significance of fulfillment, underscoring the need for streamlined systems and a standardized client experience. Finally...2023-08-2123 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#165 Addressing Hormone Health With ClientsIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar delve into the fascinating and important topic of hormone health. They provide valuable insights and practical tips for nutrition coaches to confidently address hormone health with their clients. From understanding the phases of the female cycle and the impact of hormones on nutrition and body composition to managing stress, sleep, toxins, and alcohol consumption, they cover a range of factors that influence hormone balance. Whether it's emphasizing whole foods, recommending supplements, implementing stress management techniques, or promoting healthy lifestyle habits, this episode equips coaches with essential knowledge to support their clients...2023-07-2420 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#164 Simple Tips To Grow Your Business For Gym Owners With Mike MichalowiczIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin interviews business expert and author Mike Michalowicz, who shares valuable tips for gym owners on growing their businesses. They discuss the significance of focusing on core competencies and avoiding distractions, understanding clients' needs, and leaning into the gym's strengths to become a specialist rather than a generalist. They emphasize the importance of client feedback, asking about what the gym does right and what's wrong with the industry, to gain insights for improvement. They also highlight the value of partnerships with other vendors serving the same clients and the positive impact small businesses can have...2023-07-1725 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#163 How To Increase Nutrition Revenue In A GymIn this podcast episode, Nicole Aucoin discusses the importance of nutrition revenue and its impact on the growth and success of gyms. She shares statistics and insights from a national survey and a live event, revealing that while many gyms claim to offer nutrition programs, they generate less than 5% of their revenue from them. Nicole emphasizes the need for gyms to scale and expand their nutrition coaching services to reach more people and create more opportunities. She breaks down the math and outlines strategies for increasing nutrition revenue, including running challenges, offering ongoing coaching, and launching employee wellness programs...2023-07-1026 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#162 How To Increase Retail Sales In Your Gym with Jack EisenhutJoin Nicole Aucoin and Jack Eisenhut in this episode as they delve into the world of retail sales within the gym industry. Jack shares his expertise as a gym owner, emphasizing the importance of investing in retail to generate passive income. Discover how offering a variety of products, such as protein supplements, workout equipment, apparel, and accessories, can tap into a gym's captive audience and support the business. Learn about strategies to minimize upfront costs, manage inventory effectively, and keep members engaged. They also explore what sets Ascent apart from other protein supplement companies, including their affiliation with Leprino...2023-07-0335 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#161 What Is The Gym Owners Role In A Nutrition Program: Going From Good To GreatJoin Nicole Aucoin and Lindsay McDonald in this podcast episode as they delve into the essential role of gym owners in nutrition coaching programs. Discover the key differences between gyms that generate little revenue from their nutrition programs and those that achieve great success. Learn why owner involvement and understanding of the program are crucial, and how clear communication and messaging can make all the difference. Find out why gym owners should undergo the same training as nutrition coaches to effectively promote and support the program. Explore the pitfalls of seeking external nutrition coaching programs and the importance of...2023-06-2640 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#159 How To Coach Clients Using A Habit-Based Approach: Creating A Path For SuccessIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Kayla Pollock explore coaching clients using a habit-based approach and offer valuable insights on achieving success through effective planning. They refer back to their previous episode where they discussed selecting the right habit to focus on. They emphasize the importance of providing ongoing support and helping clients understand the reasons behind their actions. They highlight a research study that found participants with a specific plan had a remarkable 91% success rate. Nicole and Kayla stress the need to break down the process, guide clients step by step, and ensure clarity on each action. They...2023-06-1225 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#158 How To Coach Clients Using A Habit-Based Approach: What Habit To Work On First?In this episode, Nicole Aucoin interviews Kayla Pollock, the Director of Coach Development at HSN Mentoring, as they delve into the benefits of a habit-based approach to nutrition coaching and the importance of keeping it client-centered. They challenge the notion of a one-size-fits-all model centered around meal plans and macros, advocating instead for simplicity and consistency as key drivers of success. They also explore HSN Mentoring's turnkey solution for gym owners and coaches to establish and expand their nutrition coaching programs. The conversation delves into understanding clients' eating habits, educating them on nutrition principles, and tailoring the approach to...2023-06-0524 min
Nutrition Made Simple#90 - The One Thing That’s Influencing Your Ability To Reach Your Weight Loss Goals More Than You ThinkIn this podcast episode, Nicole Aucoin discusses the influence of our environment on our ability to achieve weight loss goals. She emphasizes the importance of making the healthy choice the easy choice by structuring our physical and social environments to support our goals. Aucoin shares personal examples and references a study on willpower to illustrate how environmental factors impact our decision-making process. She highlights the significance of a supportive social network and suggests seeking accountability partners or joining communities aligned with our health goals. Overall, Nicole encourages listeners to assess their environments and seek support to create a plan...2023-05-3115 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#157 How CrossFit Rome Doubled His Nutrition Coaching Program & Launced An Employee Wellness Program In 5 monthsJoin Nicole Aucoin in this enlightening episode as she interviews Jeff Holloway, owner of CrossFit Rome Strength and Fitness. Discover how Jeff and his team transformed their gym by doubling their nutrition coaching program in just five months and launching an impactful employee wellness initiative. Through their conversation, they delve into the crucial role nutrition plays in member results and overall business growth. Jeff and Nicole share insights on expanding their services to other companies, fostering a team approach to fitness and accountability, and the positive impact of their nutrition challenges on the local fire department. Gain valuable strategies...2023-05-2942 minNutrition Made Simple#89 - Food and Mood: How Nutrition Influences Your Mental HealthIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin explores the fascinating connection between food, mood, and mental health. Drawing on her conversation with Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of "Your Brain on Food," Nicole dives into the profound impact of nutrition on our mental well-being. She uncovers the dangers of ultra-processed foods and their link to mental illness while emphasizing the importance of consuming whole foods. Nicole shares key findings from a study indicating that high consumption of ultra-processed foods increases the risk of anxiety and depression. In this episode, you'll learn how what we eat influences how we feel, and vice versa.2023-05-2414 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#156 How To Increase Confidence As A Leader Or A CoachIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin shares her insights on the importance of a holistic approach to nutrition and the role of leadership and confidence in coaching. She emphasizes continuous learning, surrounding oneself with mentors and experts, and implementing systems for success. Nicole also promotes the upcoming Gym Accelerator Summit, an event focused on bridging the gap between gym operations and wellness through prioritizing nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Lastly, she highlights the significance of self-care and finding balance to prevent burnout. In this episode, you will learn: Holistic Nutrition: the importance of considering nutrition as part...2023-05-2424 minNutrition Made Simple#88 Is The Healthcare System Broken? Two Neonatologists View On Health, Nutrition & The Medical SystemIn this episode, two neonatologists, Dr. Benjamin Courchia and Dr. Daphna Yasova Barbeau, discuss the importance of a patient-centered approach to healthcare that prioritizes human interaction and addresses the root causes of burnout among healthcare professionals. The guests emphasized the need for healthcare professionals to prioritize themselves and their mental wellness, with Dr. Barbeau coining the term "moral injury" to describe the psychological distress experienced by healthcare workers when their values and the ethical principles they believe in conflict with their work. They also discuss the importance of nutrition, fitness, and collaboration between healthcare professionals and fitness communities in...2023-05-1044 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#154 How To Use Breathwork & Cold Therapy When Coaching Clients To Increase Energy, Optimize Health & Surcharge Performance with Dr. Greg WellsIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin interviews Dr. Greg Wells, an expert in sleep and stress management who has just released a book called "Powerhouse: Elevate Your Energy, Optimize Your Health, Surcharge Your Performance". They discuss the effects of the pandemic on stress and burnout, and how coaches can apply principles from Dr. Wells' book to help their clients thrive. The conversation covers the benefits of breathwork, cold water immersion, and other techniques to optimize health and performance. In this episode, you’ll learn: Benefits of breathwork: short, fast exhale activate the nervous system and increase energy, wh...2023-05-0838 minNutrition Made Simple#87 Understanding How Hormones Impact Weight LossIn this episode, Nicole interviews Amanda Harr, one of the lead dietitians at HSN, Amanda shares her knowledge and passion about hormones and how they affect weight loss. They cover various hormones, including thyroid, cortisol, serotonin, insulin, and sex hormones. They also touch on the role of sleep and stress management in maintaining an adequate metabolism. Overall, this episode aims to empower women to take control of their health by understanding their hormones and how they can affect their weight loss goals. Stay tuned for an insightful and informative discussion! In this episode, you'll learn:2023-05-0328 minNutrition Made Simple#86 - Understanding Blood Sugar Management & Continuous Glucose Monitoring (Part 2) with Brittany WhartonIn this episode, Brittany and Nicole continue their discussion on Blood Sugar Management and Diabetes Education. They talk about the benefits of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM), which is a tiny device that can be inserted into the body to show real-time glucose readings. CGM provides quick feedback without causing much pain, and it can help diabetic patients understand what's going on inside their bodies and why their blood sugar levels are spiking. They also emphasize the importance of taking control of your health and using tools like CGM to make informed decisions. By understanding your body's response t...2023-04-2837 minNutrition Made Simple#85 - Understanding Blood Sugar Management & Diabetes (Part 1) Growing up, I never expected that my passion for helping others would lead me to become an expert on understanding blood sugar management and diabetes - a journey of discovery that began with my mother's unexpected diagnosis of breast cancer. Little did I know that this experience would ultimately shape my mission to educate others on the importance of holistic health and empower them to take control of their destiny. In this episode, I delved into the topic of blood sugar management and diabetes, exploring the importance of a holistic approach to maintaining balanced blood sugar levels...2023-04-2633 min
Built To Grow Fitness BusinessProfitable Nutrition Programs with Nicole AucoinAs a gym owner, you understand the importance of a well-rounded fitness program to your clients, but the fitness industry has evolved, and clients are demanding much more than a workout.To achieve the desired results for our clients, we need to support them with nutrition coaching and accountability.Many gym owners don't have a well-structured nutrition program in their facilities. They may have some informal conversation on the side about the role of nutrition, but that won't get our clients the results they need.In this episode, Tim and Randy are joined...2023-04-2529 minNutrition Made Simple#84 - 4 Tips To Help You Master MindfulnessAmanda Haar strives to master mindfulness in order to feel fulfilled, but she must first learn to create margin, practice mindful eating, and cultivate an attitude of gratitude to overcome her busyness-induced stress and conflicting goals. She is one of the lead dietitians at Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ and runs specialty programs such as hormone health and family nutrition coaching. Amanda was searching for a way to become fulfilled and free from the stress of overbooking her schedule and being constantly distracted. She took the Intrinsic Coaching Course and learned the importance of creating a baseline for...2023-02-1731 minNutrition Made Simple#83 - 10 Things I Wish I knew About Nutrition As A Teen AthleteToday is going to be really fun. This podcast is actually geared for parents first but then meant to be shared with your teen. 10 things I wish I knew about nutrition as a teen athlete. Most teenagers, especially girls, want to look a certain way. We don't realize the food that we eat and how it fuels our body and how it's truly how we are going to build muscle, get stronger, get faster, and recover from strenuous workouts, especially when we are teen athletes. I remember growing up doing gymnastics and then cheerleading and my nutrition...2023-02-0823 minNutrition Made Simple#82 - Food Is Fuel: Health, Wellness & Performance NutritionToday's podcast guest is Registered Dietitian and Healthy Steps Nutrition Mentor, Kayla Pollock. Kayla had an “AHA” moment when she was in college, learning about how her restrictive diet was slowing her metabolism and making her tired. She realized that food was fuel and that mindset had to change if she wanted to reach her goals. She learned that having a balanced meal of protein, carbohydrates and fat, along with adequate hydration, electrolytes and limited alcohol consumption, was key to feeling her best and achieving her health and performance goals. Tune in and you will learn...2023-02-0146 minNutrition Made Simple#81 Setting Goals Using Identity & A Habit-Based Approach To Reach Them with Bethany ReamBethany Ream is the co-owner with her husband of CrossFit Wooster, a Nutrition Coach, CF-L1 Trainer, and a mother of 2. At CrossFit Wooster, Bethany enables people to discover the best version of themselves through nutrition coaching and fitness. With a background in supporting college students and young adults, Bethany has a history of mentoring and developing individuals through stressful and trying seasons of life. Along with utilizing her own experience of losing 50 lbs since March 2022, Bethany helps others achieve and sustain their health goals through practical, healthy habits and accountability. Struggling with weight a...2023-01-2533 minNutrition Made Simple#80 - A Beginners Guide To Meal Prepping with Amanda HaarAmanda Haar is a nutritionist and dietitian with a passion for helping people make healthy eating easier. She specializes in meal prepping for beginners and helping families create balanced meals that are both nutritious and delicious. Amanda Haar talks about meal prepping for beginners and how it can be a great way to help them stay on track with new year's resolutions. She talks about the basics of meal prepping, such as having the essential tools, figuring out a plan, and grocery shopping. She also discusses how having the right tools, such as an air fryer, can...2023-01-1822 minNutrition Made Simple#79 - Using A Habit-Based Approach To Reverse & Prevent Chronic DiseaseThe research showed that the four common things that those who lived 9 extra years free from the chronic disease had in common were a healthy BMI, daily activity, alcohol intake, and smoking. To prevent and reverse chronic disease, it is important to understand why you are making the changes and how it will impact the people and things you love. It is also important to focus on 4 main pillars; quality sleep, daily movement, eating well and having a positive mindset. Lastly, it is important to pair proteins, carbs, and healthy fats together when eating to help stabilize blood sugar.2023-01-1123 minNutrition Made Simple#78 - Setting Goals That Stick, A Winning Mindset & How To Overcome Overthinking with Jon AcuffJon Acuff, a New York Times bestselling author and motivational speaker, confronts the irony of setting goals and staying motivated as he shares his story of how to prioritize health and create achievable milestones to see them through to success. Jon focuses on how to stay motivated and achieve goals. He learned that health is connected to achieving all goals and encourages listeners to find metrics to measure their progress and prioritize one goal per category. He also emphasizes the importance of tracking and experimenting with goals, as well as pacing oneself and having milestones along the way. In...2023-01-0445 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#140 HSN Mentoring State of The Union & Bonus Interview For Coaches With Jon AcuffIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin, Founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition and HSN Mentoring, reviews the 2022 initiatives and states a clear path for where we are headed in 2023. At Healthy Steps Nutrition, our mission is to help people take control of their health one step at a time. In order to have the greatest impact, we need gym owners and coaches with their boots on the ground using the Healthy Steps Nutrition framework to change lives in their communities. In this episode, Nicole discusses the direction of the company in 2023. Blog Related To...2023-01-0229 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#136 How to Build an Ongoing Nutrition Coaching ProgramNutrition is fundamental to helping your clients become the best and healthiest version of themselves. However, most gym owners don’t know where to start or reinvent the wheel when it comes to building a nutrition coaching program. In today’s episode, Nicole Aucoin, founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition, CrossFit HSN, and HSN Mentoring, expounds on how to build an ongoing nutrition coaching program. She delves deep into actionable steps that save you time in building a successful nutrition coaching program. What You'll Learn Packaging your coaching program for acco...2022-12-0525 minNutrition Made Simple#77 - 3 Steps To Put A Healthy Spin On Your Favorite RecipesDo you love your favorite recipes, but feel guilty about the unhealthy ingredients they contain? Well, have no fear! There are plenty of ways to put a healthy spin on your old standbys. In this episode, we will outline three simple steps that will help make your recipes more nutritious. So get ready to enjoy your favorite dishes without feeling guilty! What You’ll Learn Making some simple swaps for healthy recipes Reduce the sugar without changing the texture or the flavor Making your brain think that it’s the same amount of sweet! Using...2022-08-1024 minNutrition Made Simple#74: Healthy Kids Are Happy Kids: An 11-Year Old's Message To Inspire Kids To Eat Healthy.Your children will benefit from the energy, vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and water that vegetables provide. They reduce your child's risk of developing chronic conditions including heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer later in life. Consuming a diet rich in vegetables and a diverse range of foods from the five major food categories is essential for maintaining a balanced diet for adults and your kids too! Healthy recipes that the entire family will love are tough to find! In this episode, HSN’s very own Nicole and Cooper Aucoin, shares the story of...2022-07-2011 min
Nutrition Made Simple#69 - How To Stay On Track With Your Health Goals During The Summer & When TravelingConsistency is key when it comes to establishing a sustainable and effective fitness and wellness program. But how do we stay consistent during travel and those times when we want to R&R? In the season of Summer where schedules have changed and traveling is most enjoyable, we need to be reminded of four things that we need to focus on so we can stay on track during the summer with our health and wellness goals. In this episode, Nicole shares these tips on making travel and your fitness routine meet. What...2022-06-1512 minNutrition Made Simple#64: Healthy Steps Nutrition Client Story: How Coleen Prioritizes Her Nutrition, Fitness & Health While Raising A Family2022-05-1115 min
Nutrition Made Simple#63: Hormones, Metabolism, Nutrition & Your CycleToday’s podcast guest is Amanda Haar, Lead Registered Dietitian at Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ. She specializes in hormones and women’s health. Amanda recently wrapped up a 6-week Women’s Health and Hormone Challenge, teaching women of all ages about their hormone health, metabolism, and how to optimize their nutrition throughout their cycle. In today’s podcast, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss: - The four phases of your menstrual cycle - What happens with your hormones during each phase - What your strengths are during each phase...2022-05-0423 minNutrition Made Simple#61: How To Start An Employee Wellness Program In Your Business & Trends With Employee Wellness Post Covid-19Are you a business owner or Human Resources Director looking to start an employee wellness program? Today's guest is Lizz Sadowski, Healthy Steps Nutrition Coach and Mentor at HSN Mentoring. Lizz is the lead nutrition coach at Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ for Employee Wellness initiatives. In today's episode, Nicole Aucoin and Lizz Sadowski discuss: - The impact of offering an employee wellness program for your business and your employees - How it works when working with Healthy Steps Nutrition for employee wellness - Feedback from HR, business owners, and employees when offering employee wellness programs - Make sure you tune in...2022-04-2036 minNutrition Made Simple#60: Understanding Alcohol Consumption & The Impact On Your Overall HealthToday's podcast guest is Amanda Haar, Registered Dietitian at Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ. Amanda specializes in women's health and works with clients to optimize hormones through a holistic approach. In today's episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss: - The impact of alcohol consumption on sleep, hormones, performance, sleep and so much more! - Three considerations when consuming alcohol - Three tips when consuming alcohol Did you miss the free nutrition webinar Healthy Steps Nutrition hosted last week, "Know Your Numbers - Optimize Your Health"? In this webinar, Registered Dietitians, Nicole...2022-04-1336 minNutrition Made Simple#59: Understanding Your Bloodwork, Leveraging The Power Of Continuous Glucose Monitoring & The Nutrition Experts At Healthy Steps NutritionToday's episode is with the founders of Healthy Steps Nutrition, Jason and Nicole Aucoin. In today's episode, Jason and Nicole Aucoin discuss: - Blood Markers Related To Chronic Disease (Triglycerides, A1c, Blood Sugar) - What Continuous Glucose Monitoring Is & How It Will Help You Understand What Is Going On Inside Your Body - Feedback From Their Continuous Glucose Monitoring Experiment - The Launch Of A New Healthy Steps Nutrition Coaching Program That Includes Continuous Glucose Monitoring On April 9th, 2022, Nicole Aucoin is hosting a free webinar on understanding your bloodwork...2022-04-0634 minNutrition Made Simple#58: Prioritizing Your Mental Health To Become The Best Version Of YourselfToday’s podcast guest is Dr. Christina Migliara. She has a Ph.D. in General Psychology, Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, and multiple state and national level certifications related to mental health. Christina is a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer, a USAW Level 1 Coach, and is the owner of CrossFit Tailwinds. In this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Dr. Christina Migliara discuss: - What is mental health - When should you seek help - Tips for finding the right fit for you - Common questions when it comes to prioritizing your mental health...2022-03-3034 minNutrition Made Simple#57: It Starts With You: The Role Of Modeling Healthy Habits As A Parent To Help With Your Child's NutritionToday's podcast guest is Amanda Haar, Lead Dietitian and Hormone Health Specialist at Healthy Steps Nutrition. Amanda heads the family nutrition coaching program at Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ. In today's podcast, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss: - How to set yourself (and your family) up for success when creating healthy habits - Common objections we hear from parents when working with families and kids For more free help related to this episode, click HERE. If you are looking for more individualized help to help you reach your health an...2022-03-2326 minNutrition Made Simple#56: Stepping Away From Excuses & Into A Purpose-Driven LifeToday's podcast is Amanda Haar, the lead Registered Dietitian at Healthy Steps Nutrition. At Healthy Steps Nutrition, we believe something as fundamental as nutrition shouldn't be complicated, which is why we focus on a simple, habit-based approach. We work with clients to create individualized plans based on a holistic approach looking at sleep, support systems, stress management, mindset, lifestyle, exercise, and nutrition to help them become their best selves, one healthy step at a time. In this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss: - The most common excuses that hold people back from...2022-03-0231 minNutrition Made Simple#55: How Sleep & Stress Management Impact Optimal Health: Simple Tips To Help You Take Control Of Your HealthToday's guest is Dr. Dani Urcuyo, MD, IFMCP, a board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. As a long-time recreational CrossFit athlete and coach his interests include using the principles of functional medicine to optimize sports performance, health, and longevity. He currently serves as a medical director and staff physician at SteadyMD/Lemonaid, a fully virtual primary care, and functional medicine practice. In today's podcast, Nicole Aucoin and Dr. Dani Urcuyo discuss: - How sleep and stress impact overall health, disease prevention, and chronic disease - How alcohol impacts your quality of...2022-02-2332 minNutrition Made Simple#54: Common Myths About Performance Nutrition & Tips To Help You During The CrossFit OpenToday's guest is Brittany Greenwood, a Registered Dietitian at Healthy Steps Nutrition, CrossFit Trainer, and Pro Athlete. Brittany works with individuals to create customized nutrition programs to optimize performance and recovery. Brittany also specializes in helping individuals manage blood sugar and is heading up a new program at Healthy Steps Nutrition that includes continuous glucose monitoring, expert feedback, and customized nutrition plans using a holistic approach. In today's episode, Nicole Aucoin and Brittany Greenwood discuss: - Common myths around nutrition and performance - Simple tips to help you maximize performance through proper nutrition2022-02-1636 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#105: How To Grow A Nutrition Coaching Team In A Gym With Nicole & Jason AucoinIn this episode, Nicole and Jason Aucoin discuss how to grow a nutrition coaching team in a gym. They answer the most popular questions that gym owners ask when building a nutrition coaching program like: - Should I start with a nutrition team or just one nutrition coach? - How do I get everyone on the same page with my nutrition coaching program? - How do I ensure consistent between my nutrition coaches? - What do I look for when adding nutrition coaches to my staff? - When should I add a...2022-02-1532 minNutrition Made Simple#53: The Road To The CrossFit Games & Becoming The 12th Fittest Masters Athlete In The World with Dr. Justin BrownToday's podcast guest is Dr. Justin Brown. He is a chiropractor, masters athlete, and the owner of CrossFit Vice. In today's podcast, Nicole Aucoin and Dr. Justin Brown carry on the conversation after they spoke during the weekend services at Coastal Community Church with Pastor, TJ McCormick. Nicole Aucoin and Dr. Justin Brown discuss: - Leading by example and prioritizing fitness as a family - Being intentional with decisions and making sacrifices to reach your goals - The filter his family uses to make decisions based on morals and values ...2022-02-0946 minNutrition Made Simple#52: 3 Tips For Women To Optimize Hormone Health With Healthy Steps Nutrition Registered DietitiansToday's guest is Amanda Haar, a Registered Dietitian at Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ who specializes in hormone health. Amanda works with women individually to create customized plans to optimize hormone health using a holistic approach. In this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss three tips to optimize hormone health. Did you know that Healthy Steps Nutrition is launching a 6-week women's health and hormone challenge? Click the link to learn more and lock in your spot today! For more free help related to this episode, click HERE. 2022-02-0428 minNutrition Made Simple#51: New Year, New You: How To Make Your Nutrition Plan Stick And Become Your Best Self In 2022Today's podcast guest is Amanda Haar, one of the lead dietitians at Healthy Steps Nutrition specializing in women's and hormone health. In today's episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda discuss New Year, New You: How To Make Your Nutrition Plan Stick In 2022 And Become Your Best Self. They dive into three strategies to help you set and achieve your goals this year! If you are looking to get healthy, lose weight, get in shape, and are overwhelmed by all of the nutrition and diet information out there, this episode is for you! For additional...2022-01-0528 minNutrition Made Simple#50: The Best Moments Of 2021 At Healthy Steps Nutrition & Where We Are Headed In 2022Today's podcast guest is Jason Aucoin, co-owner of Healthy Steps Nutrition and CrossFit HSN. In this episode, Jason and Nicole Aucoin discuss some of the best moments at Healthy Steps Nutrition in 2021. From there, they discuss where HSN is headed in 2022. A goal without a plan is just a wish. At the end of this episode, Nicole discusses three specific initiatives launching in January 2022, and there is a special announcement at the end! For more free help and more information about upcoming events at Healthy Steps Nutrition, click here: https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-50-the-best-moments-of-2021-at-healthy-steps-nutrition-and-where-we-are-headed-in-2022/2021-12-2925 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#100: Healthy Steps Nutrition Mentoring State Of The Union & Where We Are Headed In 2022 With Jason And Nicole AucoinToday's podcast guest is Jason Aucoin, co-owner of Healthy Steps Nutrition and CrossFit HSN. In this episode, Jason and Nicole Aucoin discuss some of the best moments at Healthy Steps Nutrition Mentoring in 2021. From there, they discuss where HSN Mentoring is headed in 2022 to help support gym owners and coaches build professional nutrition coaching programs. At the end of this episode, Nicole discusses three specific initiatives launching in January 2022, and there is a special announcement at the end! For more free help and more information about upcoming trainings/events at Healthy Steps Nutrition Mentoring, click...2021-12-2128 minNutrition Made Simple#49: Anxiety, Depression, and Struggles With Mental Health Don't DiscriminateIn today's podcast episode, Jason and Nicole Aucoin discuss mental health, anxiety, and depression. Anxiety and depression are at an all-time high. Instead of ignoring the issues, we need to destigmatize asking for help so that people who are suffering can get the support they need. "We are facing a mental health tsunami," said Arthur Evans Jr., the CEO of the American Psychological Association (APA). In today's episode, Jason and Nicole discuss their own struggles and what Jason saw as a captain at the fire department. For additional support and resources...2021-12-1531 minNutrition Made Simple#48: Three Tips For Women To Optimize Hormones With Women’s Health Dietitian, Amanda HaarToday's guest is Amanda Haar; she is a Healthy Steps Nutrition Dietitian specializing in Women's Health & hormones. In today's episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss three tips for women to optimize hormones. Amanda came on the podcast to discuss the four things that contribute to hormone health a few months ago, and it was the most downloaded podcast all year. You can listen to that episode (it was episode #36). Today's episode gives practical tips to help women optimize hormone levels. While these tips will help, if you are looking to learn more...2021-12-0826 minNutrition Made Simple#44: How Josh Olsen Lost Over 100 Pounds Through His Employee Wellness Program At Dellbrook | JKS ConstructionToday's guest is Josh Olsen, the director of accounting at Dellbrook | JKS construction and the 2018 winner of the employee wellness challenge. Dellbrook | JKS Construction first partnered with Healthy Steps Nutrition back in 2018 after Mike Fish, the CEO, listened to Nicole Aucoin on the CrossFit podcast. Mike wanted to start an employee wellness program at his company, so he partnered with HSN to host a nutrition and wellness challenge. Josh was the winner of the 2018 Healthy Steps Nutrition Challenge at Dellbrook, and he continued the healthy habits he established over the past three years. By the...2021-11-1033 minNutrition Made Simple#43: Reframing Setbacks & Learning From Experiences To Reach Your Health & Wellness GoalsToday on the Nutrition Made Simple Podcast, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss how to reframe setbacks and learn from experiences to reach your health and wellness goals! Amanda is the expert in reframing and refocusing to get back to your why and reach your health and wellness goals. Today's topic is vital because it's not if you will fall off track with your nutrition and healthy lifestyle; it's when! By mastering this skill, you will get back on track faster and truly make health a way of life! For more...2021-11-0328 minNutrition Made Simple#42: 4 Tips To Help You Stay On Track With Your Nutrition & Health Goals During The HolidaysIn today's episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar, dietitians at Healthy Steps Nutrition headquarters, discuss how to stay on track with your health and nutrition during this holiday season. The holidays are a tough time to stay on track. Routines change, there are more temptations with food, and life is busier, making it harder to stay on track with your nutrition and health goals. Listen to Nicole and Amanda as they discuss four tips to help you stay on track with your health and wellness goals during the holiday season. For more free...2021-10-2725 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#92: Why You Need To Invest In Developing Your Nutrition Coach As A Gym OwnerIn today's podcast, Kayla Pollock and Nicole Aucoin discuss why you need to be developing your nutrition coaches. Gym owners wear a lot of hats. Sometimes coach development gets put on the backburner. When was the last time you had a staff meeting? When is the last time you have invested time, money, and energy into helping your coaches sharpen their skills to deliver a better service to your members? At HSN Mentoring, this is something we do for gym owners to develop their nutrition coaches. When I hire new people to come onto our...2021-10-2533 minNutrition Made Simple#41: Healthy Steps Nutrition Employee Wellness Initiatives: Helping Dellbrook | JKS Employees Get HealthyIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss: - Employee wellness and why investing in your employee's health so important - What we are doing at Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ for employee wellness at Dellbrook JKS To find a CrossFit gym that implements the Healthy Steps Nutrition program near you, click the link in the show notes. 2021-10-1322 minNutrition Made Simple#40: CrossFit, Nutrition & Your HealthIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss: - The sickness-wellness-fitness continuum and what it means - The link between CrossFit, Nutrition, your health, and disease prevention - How to make health of way of life utilizing nutrition and CrossFit To find a CrossFit gym that implements the Healthy Steps Nutrition program near you, click the link in the show notes.2021-10-0624 minNutrition Made Simple#39: How Brent Bidwell Lost 100 Pounds With The Help Of The Coaches At CrossFit BrightonToday's guest on the podcast is Brent Bidwell, a nutrition and fitness client at CrossFit Brighton. In this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Brent discuss his journey to losing 100 pounds! - What got him to his breaking point - How he was able to lose 100 pounds through nutrition and fitness coaching - Who was there on his journey to support him Are you looking for a coach to help you on your journey? Click the link in the show notes to find a Healthy Steps Nutrition Coach near you! https://healthystepsnutrition...2021-09-2931 minNutrition Made Simple#38: Creating Healthy Eating Habits As A Family With Registered Dietitian, Amanda HaarToday, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss creating healthy eating habits as a family. As a parent, you want to set your kids up for success. We pay for extra lessons, spend money on things to help them get ahead a little faster, and do all the things to show how much we love and care for them. The problem is we don't prioritize healthy habits the same way. We go to what is convenient, and marketing from food and beverage companies trick us. In this episode, Amanda and Nicole Aucoin discuss why...2021-09-2223 minNutrition Made Simple#36: Nutrition, Hormones & Your HealthIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Amanda Haar discuss nutrition, hormones, and your health! Amanda Haar is a registered dietitian at Healthy Steps Nutrition who specializes in hormone and women's health. There are four main things that influence your hormone health. In this episode, Amanda discusses each of these four things and one actionable tip you can take to improve each. We work with so many clients at HSN HQ diagnosed with POCS or hypothyroidism and struggle to lose weight or get pregnant. Amanda works with them to optimize hormone health naturally through nutrition. 2021-09-0826 minNutrition Made Simple#35: 4 Steps To Create A Healthy WorkplaceIn this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss four steps to create a healthy work environment. You work 50% of your total waking hours during any given working day. Whether you work from home, on the road, or in an office, these tips will help you! Creating a healthy work environment will increase consistency and make it easier to stay on track and reach your wellness goals! Click the link in the show notes for additional support and resources. https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-35-4-steps-to-create-a-healthy-workplace/2021-09-0124 minNutrition Made Simple#34: The Connection Between The Food You Eat, Gut Health, Anxiety & DepressionToday’s guest on the podcast is Dr. Uma Naidoo. She is the author of This Is Your Brain on Food: An Indispensable Guide to the Surprising Foods That Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More. In this podcast, Nicole Aucoin and Dr. Naidoo discuss: - Tends with mental health during and post-COVID - The link between food, mental health, and gut health - Food and depression - Food and anxiety - Supplements to consider At the end of this episode, Nicole going to give you one actionable step to...2021-08-2630 minNutrition Made Simple#33: Recap of The CrossFit Games: CrossFit Health, Nutrition & Affiliate SupportIn this episode, Jason and Nicole Aucoin talk about the CrossFit Games beyond the athletes competing! For the first time ever, spectators were able to listen to CrossFit Health seminars. In this episode, Nicole and Jason discuss the biggest takeaways from the panel discussions. They also discuss the new initiatives coming out from CrossFit HQ to support affiliate owners. Did you miss the Nutrition Made Simple seminar on the CrossFit Training Seminar stage? Click the link in the show notes to attend the virtual seminar on August 21st (or catch the recording). https...2021-08-1928 minNutrition Made Simple#32: 5 Secrets To Achieving Long-Term Weight LossAre you a yo-yo dieter? Do you follow a diet, lose weight then regain the weight you worked so hard to lose? Most people do! In fact, two-thirds of people will regain MORE weight than they lose after a diet. There are a few reasons why. Today, Ashley Osterman and Nicole Aucoin discuss five strategies for long-term weight loss. If you are ready to make a change, take control of your health, and lose weight once and for all, this Nutrition Made Simple podcast episode is for you! For additional free help and to find...2021-08-1120 minNutrition Made Simple#30: Fighting Chronic Disease With NutritionToday, Ashley Osterman and Nicole Aucoin are talking about fighting chronic disease. As a Registered Dietitian, our training mainly was in treating chronic diseases. We put so much emphasis on managing disease instead of preventing it. Our health care should really be called sick care. The system is backward. At Healthy Steps Nutrition, our mission is to empower people to take control of their health one step at a time. We know the best way to fight chronic disease is to prevent it. In this episode, we discuss three steps to fighting chronic...2021-07-1418 minNutrition Made Simple#28: 3 Reasons Why You Need A Nutrition Coach & How To Find The Right Nutrition Coach For YouToday, Ashley Osterman and Nicole Aucoin answer the most popular questions we get asked about nutrition coaching. - How will a nutrition coach help me? - How to find the right nutrition coach? - Do I need a nutrition coach? Click the link in the show notes to apply for nutrition coaching with the experts at Healthy Steps Nutrition today! https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-28-3-reasons-why-you-need-a-nutrition-coach-how-to-find-the-right-nutrition-coach-for-you/2021-06-1621 minNutrition Made Simple#27: Angela Kerrisk Loses 57KG Then Becomes A Nutrition Coach To Help Others On Their JourneyToday's guest on the podcast is Angela Kerrisk from the Activate Nutrition Team in Ireland. After trying every diet under the sun with no long-term success, she hired a nutrition coach to help her. Nicole Aucoin and Angela Kerrisk talk about her weight loss journey and losing over 57KG (that's 125#!) and what she is doing now to inspire others on their journey to becoming the healthiest versions of themselves! If you are looking for customized nutrition coaching, click the link in the show notes to find a Healthy Steps Nutrition Coach near you!2021-05-2629 minNutrition Made Simple#26: Nutrition Myth Buster: 3 Popular Nutrition Myths & What You Need To KnowHave you been tricked by a quick fix or fast-acting diet (aka FAD)? In this episode, Ashley Osterman and Nicole Aucoin discuss the top three nutrition myths and what you really need to know to achieve lasting results. You might be surprised by #3! If you have been tricked and you are looking for an expert nutrition coach to help you, click the link in the show notes and hire a Healthy Steps Nutrition coach today! https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-26-3-popular-nutrition-myths-what-you-need-to-know/2021-05-1923 minNutrition Made Simple#22: 3 Tips When Tracking ProgressHow do you define the success of your nutrition plan? In this episode, Ashley Osterman and Nicole Aucoin discuss three tips when tracking your progress towards your health and wellness goals. We know that progress isn't a straight line and in order to have continued motivation, we must see the wins! Are you looking for a nutrition coach to help you on your journey? We would love to help you. Go to Healthystepsnutrition.com to hire a nutrition coach today. https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-22-3-tips-when-tracking-progress/2021-04-2118 minNutrition Made Simple#21: CrossFit Coach Loses 60 Pounds and Over 20% Body Fat Through Nutrition & FitnessEven coaches and gym owners need nutrition coaches! This week on the podcast, we share a story of a CrossFit coach who lost 60# and over 20% body fat through nutrition and fitness! Nicole Aucoin and Paul Rivera discuss: - His journey with nutrition and losing 50 pounds initially - His role as a CrossFit coach and why he encourages his athletes to focus on their nutrition - Why he hired a nutrition coach and how a coach helped him If you are looking for free help, click the link in the show...2021-04-0731 minNutrition Made Simple#20: Identifying Nutrition-Related Triggers & How To Manage ThemDo you struggle with stress or boredom eating? If so, this podcast episode is for you! Ashley Osterman and Nicole Aucoin discuss how to manage triggers. We share a tool that we use with our Healthy Steps Nutrition clients, called the Trigger Workflow. For additional resources and a free download, Beginners Guide To Meal Prepping, click the link in the show notes connected to this episode. Please don’t forget to rate, leave a review and subscribe to this podcast! https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-20-identifying-nutrition-related-triggers-how-to-manage-them/2021-03-3121 minNutrition Made Simple#18: 5 Nutrition Tips For Picky EatersThis week, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman talk about picky eaters and five proven strategies to empower more adventurous eaters! These nutrition tips are simple and actionable, so make sure you tune-in to all five. What's worked best with our family is #5! Don't forget to click the link in the show notes too so that you can access additional free help to go along with this Nutrition Made Simple Podcast episode! https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-18--5-nutrition-tips-for-picky-eaters/2021-03-1719 minNutrition Made Simple#17: Longtime Member of CrossFit Generation & Master's Athlete Dials In Her Nutrition To Maximize Her ResultsThis week, we are talking to a longtime member of CrossFit Generation, Bernadette Clune Bern realized after her birthday that she needed help when looking to dial in her nutrition and of course, the first person she thought of was Barry, the gym owner, who had been helping others within nutrition with the help of Healthy Steps Nutrition. In this episode, Bern and Nicole Aucoin talked about: - Why she hired a nutrition coach - How her coach has helped her - What she would say to someone frustrated and ready to...2021-03-1031 minNutrition Made Simple#16: Meal Prepping For BeginnersAre you interested in learning how to meal prep? Meal prepping is one of the most valuable skills you can develop to set yourself up for success. This week, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman break down the idea of meal prepping into simple and actionable steps. They discuss some of our top efficiency tips and some common mistakes when you first learn how to meal prep! Whether you are a seasoned meal prepper or just getting started, this episode is for you! Small Favor, Big Impact: If you found this podcast...2021-03-0326 minNutrition Made Simple#13: How Kenny Daniels Lost 62# With CrossFit & Nutrition Coaching At Portside FitnessHave you tried a super restrictive diet only to realize it's just not sustainable? We all have been there! In this episode of the Nutrition Made Simple podcast, Nicole Aucoin and Kenny Daniels share his weight loss story and how he transformed his health and his lifestyle through a simple, habit-based approach. In this episode, we discuss: -His journey to losing over 60 pounds in seven months -How his coaches, Sara and Melinda from Portside Fitness, helped him -What was vital to his success when changing his lifestyle. Click the link...2021-02-1032 minNutrition Made Simple#12: Nutrition Tips For The CrossFit OpenAre you looking to level-up your performance for the CrossFit Open? Most CrossFit athletes underestimate the impact of what proper nutrition and fueling your body will do to improve your performance. In today's podcast, Ashley and I discuss fueling for the CrossFit Open. We break this up into three parts: - What to do now leading up to the open? - What to do on the day of? - What to do to help you recover? In this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman simple and practical...2021-02-0325 minNutrition Made Simple#11: CrossFit Gym Owner Loses 200# & Is Now Helping Others Through Nutrition CoachingIn today's podcast, a CrossFit gym owner shares her story of losing 200 pounds and now helping others do the same! Mary Cook and her husband, Brian, own CrossFit Swarm. With the addition of nutrition coaching to their CrossFit gym, they now offer the total package to clients, nutrition, and fitness services. In this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Mary Cook discuss: -Her journey to losing 200 pounds -How she has been able to keep it off -Her transition to a nutrition coach to help others do the same as a Healthy Steps Nutrition Coach2021-01-2733 minNutrition Made Simple#10: 4 Nutrition Tips For A Healthy FamilyIn today's podcast, Ashley Osterman & Nicole Aucoin discuss four tips for helping families dial in their nutrition. Here's what we know; no parent wants to fight with their kids about food. No parent enjoys being a short-order cook, so today we have some free help based on 25 years of combined experience working with kids and nutrition. Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast for FREE help! https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-10-4-nutrition-tips-for-a-healthy-family/2021-01-2019 minNutrition Made Simple#9: The Journey To Losing 70+ Pounds with Jason DhavelooseToday, Nicole Aucoin and Jason Dhaveloose aka Moose, share his journey of losing over 70 pounds. He's a captain for the Pompano Beach Fire Department, which is a pretty physically demanding job. A few years ago, he was over 330 pounds and decided enough was enough, hired a coach to create a plan and help him become the healthiest version of himself. During this podcast, Moose talks about three things that have helped him the most on his journey. Check out his before and after pictures and hear more stories like his by clicking the show note's link. 2021-01-1227 minNutrition Made Simple#8: 5 Habits Of Highly Successful Nutrition ClientsToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss five key characteristics of highly successful nutrition clients. Through the 2,500 gym owners and nutrition coaches using the Healthy Steps Nutrition platform, over 35,000 people have made health a way of life through the simple, habit-based approach that HSN teaches. In this podcast, Nicole & Ashley discuss what similarities we see with people who see the best results and the people who maintain those results! Enjoy! https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-8-5-habits-of-highly-successful-nutrition-clients/2021-01-0523 minNutrition Made Simple#7: Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: LifestyleToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss the last pillar of the Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: Lifestyle. Just a reminder, here are all the pillars of the Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: nutrition, support, stress/mindset, sleep, exercise, and finally, lifestyle. Did you miss one of the discussions about a pillar, go back and listen to the past five episodes where we discuss how these pillars work together. Now, let's talk about lifestyle. Daily actions create healthy habits that lead you to a healthy lifestyle and becoming the healthiest version of yourself.2021-01-0418 minNutrition Made Simple#6: Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: ExerciseToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss the fifth pillar of the Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: Exercise. I recently conducted a poll, what is easier to get started -- a nutrition or fitness routine? Over 90% said that exercise was easier. If you think about it, this week is historically the busiest week for gyms worldwide. People are motivated to finally see the results they are looking to join a gym. Here's the problem, they don't have the coaching, and they don't have the accountability to stick with it. That's the reason why over 80...2021-01-0324 minNutrition Made Simple#5: Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: SleepToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss the fourth pillar of the Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: Sleep. Did you know that your sleep impacts your recovery, mood, energy, food cravings, and metabolic health? In this episode, Ashley and Nicole discuss: - What is good sleep - Why you need it - How to create healthy sleep habits Our mission is to empower 4k people in January to ditch the all or nothing mentality and take control of their health one step by listening to this podcast. Do you...2021-01-0219 minNutrition Made Simple#4: Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: StressToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss the third pillar of the Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: Stress Management & Mindset. A positive mindset and finding how you manage stress best is vital to creating a healthy lifestyle. We all deal with stress; listen to this episode to find how to practice positive stress management instead of turning to your pantry to manage stress. Our mission is to empower 4k people in January to ditch the all or nothing mentality and take control of their health one step by listening to this podcast. Do you...2021-01-0117 minNutrition Made Simple#3: Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: SupportToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss the second pillar of the Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: Support. You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with. Are those five people positively or negatively impacting your health and wellness goals? It's time to be intentional and surround yourself with people who will help you on your journey to becoming the healthiest version of yourself. Listen to this episode to find out how! Our mission is to empower 4k people in January to ditch the all or nothing mentality and...2020-12-3116 minNutrition Made Simple#2: Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: NutritionToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discuss the first section of the Healthy Steps Nutrition Framework: Nutrition. They talk about ditching the all or nothing diet mentality and keeping it simple for success. Contrary to popular belief, you don't need a diet; instead, you need a healthy lifestyle. Are you looking for more free help? Click HERE to access a FREE starter guide to help you become the healthiest version of yourself one step at a time. https://healthystepsnutrition.com/nutrition-made-simple-podcast-episode-2-healthy-steps-nutrition-framework-nutrition/2020-12-3021 minNutrition Made Simple#1: The Why Behind Healthy Steps NutritionToday, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman are talking about the why behind Healthy Steps Nutrition. We all have a story, which is the WHY behind our passion. Nicole's story about nutrition and health starts with the most inspirational person she ever met, her Mom, who lost a battle with breast cancer at a young age. That journey is what sparked her interest for nutrition and health at a young age. The mission at Healthy Steps Nutrition is to empower people to become the healthiest versions of themselves and take control of their health one step...2020-12-2920 minNutrition Made SimpleIntroducing Nutrition Made Simple!Nutrition Made Simple will be teaching you how to take one step at a time to become the healthiest version of yourself! You can expect quick and actionable tips each week to make health a way of life. We will also be sharing stories of people who have made incredible transformations using our simple, habit-based approach. If you are overwhelmed by all the misinformation out there about health and nutrition, subscribe today and share this with a friend who needs help too! Hosted by Nicole Aucoin, a Registered Dietitian and founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition...2020-11-2301 minGrow Your Nutrition Business#20: Turning an Obstacle Into An Opportunity with Nicole Aucoin & Ashley OstermanThe past few weeks feel like a whirlwind. We’ve all been forced to learn new things, communicate in different ways and support our tribes in ways we haven’t in the past. We’ve worked longer hours and harder than ever before. Life before the Coronavirus pandemic feels like so long ago but we are closer than ever to coming out the other side. In this episode, Nicole Aucoin and Ashley Osterman discussing turning an obstacle into an opportunity. Main topics discussed: - How are nutrition coaches supporting their clients virtually - What we have done at HSN...2020-04-2729 min
Run a Profitable GymEpisode 162: Healthy Steps Nutrition with Nicole AucoinEpisode 162: Healthy Steps Nutrition with Nicole Aucoin Today we are joined by Nicole Aucoin! Nicole owns Health Steps Nutrition which helps gyms offer nutrition services to their clients. After realizing how important nutrition was at a young age, Nicole studied to become a nutritionist while in college. She now boasts over 10 years of experience helping thousands of clients reach their nutrition goals and her programs are currently run at hundreds of gyms and nutrition practices worldwide. Be on the lookout for my new book coming out in just a few weeks: Founder Farmer, Ti...2019-04-0448 min