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Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women128: Finley Amato Funsten: How Chronic Under Eating Shapes Women’s Metabolism and Energy RecoveryA lot of women are stuck in a cycle of eating less, pushing harder, and starting over every Monday, only to feel more frustrated each time. The surprising part is that this isn’t a lack of discipline, but a predictable outcome of years of under-eating and following advice that was never built for women’s physiology.We dive deeper into this in the Broads podcast with Finley. We talk about why intermittent fasting often backfires for women, how sugar cravings are usually a fueling issue, what chronic under-eating does to your metabolism, and what sustainable nutrition actu...
2026-02-1755 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women127: Tempo Training for Women Who Want More Strength Without Longer WorkoutsTraining harder and moving faster doesn’t automatically make you stronger, especially when your progress has stalled. For many women, the real issue is that reps are rushed, stimulus is cut short, and effort looks intense without actually driving adaptation.We dive deeper into this in the latest Broads Podcast solo episode. We also chat about why slowing down builds more strength, why rushing reps makes people feel weaker than they should, why you are actually stronger during the lowering phase of a lift, and how tempo training works best when used strategically instead of everywhere....
2026-02-1020 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women126: How to Build Muscle Fear of Getting Bulky or Food Guilt - Jessica BurkeTraining starts to feel heavy when the goal is shrinking instead of becoming capable. What began as a viral moment around a meatball sub exposed something deeper: how diet culture, fear of “bulking,” and quiet food rules slowly erode confidence and self-trust long before real change has a chance to stick.We dive deeper into this in the latest Broads Podcast with Jessica Burke. We also chat about why “toning” is misleading, the real difference between exercising and training with intention, what actually drives gym intimidation, and why taking up space changes far more than just the body.
2026-02-0353 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women125: Q&A: Why HIIT Stops Working, Why It’s Harder to See Results After 30, Why You Need More Recovery & MoreYou’re training hard and pushing through, yet your energy is crashing and your body feels more resistant than ever. The problem isn’t effort, it’s that your body has outgrown the strategy you’re using.In this Broads Q&A episode, I answer the questions you keep asking. We get into why HIIT is keeping you tired, sore, and wired, why training like you’re 25 while living like you’re 45 stops working, and why rest isn’t lazy. It’s how your hormones stabilize.If you feel exhausted, inconsistent, or like your drive disappeared, thi...
2026-01-2715 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women124: How to Shape Exercise Habits Without More Motivation - Kasey Jo OrvidasConsistency doesn’t fail because of bad programming or weak discipline. It breaks down when stress, fear of failure, and identity-level beliefs override decision-making before habits ever have a chance to form.We dive deeper into this in the latest Broads episode with Kasey Jo Orvidas. We also chat about why identity drives exercise habits more than motivation, how stress shuts down self-control at the brain level, and why “I’m too busy” is usually a signal problem, not a time problem.Kasey Jo Orvidas, PhD, holds a doctorate in Psychology and is a certified health a...
2026-01-2054 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women123: Don't Do These 8 Things If You Want To Lose Your Holiday WeightTrying to “undo December” with extreme dieting and nonstop cardio is one of the fastest ways to mess up your metabolism. Most women don’t realize those January quick fixes quietly spike cortisol, drain energy, and make fat loss harder instead of faster.We dive deeper into this in the latest Broads episode. I get into the biggest post-holiday mistakes that look productive on the surface but actually slow fat loss and break down muscle. We also chat about why extreme calorie cuts backfire, how skipping strength training lowers your metabolic engine, and why daily scale obsession create...
2026-01-1315 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women122: Dr. Tyna, ND, DC: GLP-1, Muscle, and the Real Drivers of Midlife Weight GainMidlife weight gain, burnout, and metabolic changes often get mislabeled as willpower issues. This episode challenges the oversimplified weight loss narrative and unpacks why many women feel blindsided by changes even when their habits stay solid.We dive deeper into this in the Broads episode with Dr. Tyna Moore. We also chat about why GLP-1 was never meant to be a vanity weight loss tool, why microdosing doesn’t mean what most people think it means, and the real risks of frailty and why strength equals long-term freedom.Dr. Tyna Moore is a Licensed Naturopathic Ph...
2026-01-061h 00Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women120: Dr Mariza Snyder: How Walking, Movement Snacks and Strength Support You in MidlifeEver wondered why midlife starts to feel different even when your routine looks the same?The shift can show up quietly. Your sleep changes, your patience feels thinner and your energy doesn’t land the way it used to. Half the time you can’t even explain what feels off. In this episode I sat down with a women’s wellness expert to talk about what begins to change in perimenopause, why movement becomes such an anchor in this stage and how simple habits like walking, strength work and movement snacks support your body in ways mo...
2025-12-231h 00Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women103: Q&A: 8 Nutrition Myths You Need To Stop Believing (Like, Yesterday)You asked, I answered. I put a question box on Instagram asking for the nutrition myths you keep hearing, and wow… some of them had me laughing, some had me shaking my head, and some absolutely needed to be set straight.So in this BS-free episode, I’m breaking down eight popular nutrition myths and giving you the science (and the sass) so you know exactly what matters for your goals. From eating late at night, to carbs, to creatine, to alcohol, here’s what’s actually true and what you can stop stressing about forever.I also...
2025-08-2614 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women102: Claire Ollila: What’s Keeping You From Regulating Your Nervous SystemYou’re not “too sensitive”, you’re dysregulated. And no, a 10-minute meditation won’t fix it.If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right, eating well, training hard, sleeping 8 hours, and still feel anxious, stuck, or like your body’s not responding… this episode is a must-listen.I sat down with Claire Ollila, somatic breathwork facilitator and nervous system mentor, to talk about the missing piece most women aren’t taught when it comes to health, stress, and emotional resilience. We unpack how stress shows up in sneaky ways, what it really means to re...
2025-08-191h 02Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women101: Q&A: Fitness Mistakes + If I Were Starting My Fitness Journey Today, I’d Do This InsteadIf I could go back and start my fitness journey all over again? I’d do a lot less spinning my wheels, and a lot more of what actually works.In this Q&A episode, I’m breaking down exactly what I’d do differently if I were starting from scratch today. No fake motivation. No shiny routines. Just the five shifts that would’ve saved me years of burnout, frustration, and wasted energy.We’re talking about why lifting weights (intentionally, not endlessly) would be my day one move, why soreness and sweat mean less than...
2025-08-1221 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women100: Alex Allen: Why Walking Counts as Exercise (And Other Fitness Lies You've Been Told)Is walking actually exercise, or are we just lying to ourselves? This simple question has sparked heated debates across social media, but the truth might surprise you—and it could completely change how you approach your fitness journey.In this episode of Broads, I sit down with Alex Allen, a strength training coach who's not afraid to challenge popular fitness trends. We dive into the dangerous myth of motivation and why cycle syncing might be doing more harm than good for women. We also discuss her controversial take on intuitive eating during deficits and the truth about re...
2025-08-051h 03Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women99: My Real Thoughts on the Pilates Trend + What the Science SaysThink Pilates is the secret to a long, lean, sculpted body? Let’s talk about it.In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the Pilates hype, and telling you what’s actually happening behind those viral “Pilates body” transformations. We’re diving into what Pilates is great for, where it falls short, and why it might not be doing what you think it’s doing.No hate, no fluff, just a real conversation about how to train smarter, not trendier.I’m also unpacking the difference between movement that feels good and movement that ch...
2025-07-2926 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women98: Dr. Amy Killen: Why Your Doctor’s Failing You on Menopause (And How to Take Control)Why are women constantly misdiagnosed and dismissed when they bring up perimenopausal symptoms to their doctors? The answer might shock you—and it's costing women their quality of life and long-term health.In this episode of Broads, I talk with Dr. Amy Killen about the massive education gap in women's hormone health, why the medical establishment got scared of HRT in 2002, and what the latest research actually shows about hormone replacement therapy. We dive deep into the difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones, the supplements that actually matter for aging women, and why every woman deserves a co...
2025-07-221h 00Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women97: Losing My Mom: Grief, Love, And The Messy TruthThis episode is different. It’s not about lifting heavier, chasing goals, or even finding motivation. It’s about grief—deep, human, life-altering grief.A few weeks ago, I lost my mom unexpectedly. And in the middle of everything I’m feeling, I knew I wanted to sit down and share this… because we don’t talk about grief enough. We avoid it. We dance around it. But it’s one of the few things that every single one of us will experience.In this solo episode, I open up about the moment I got the call that...
2025-07-1524 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women96: Josh Holland: Your Shoes Are Destroying Your Body (And Other Biohacking Truths)You're not optimizing your health because you're starting in the wrong place. No, not because you need more supplements or fancier gadgets, but because you're ignoring the foundation that everything else builds on—your feet and connection to the earth.In this episode of Broads, I talk with Josh Holland, biohacker and elite trainer, about why barefoot training isn't just a trend, what grounding actually does for inflammation, and how to biohack without breaking the bank. We dive deep into methylene blue, why comfort is your enemy, the real basics of longevity, and how to tell if yo...
2025-07-081h 07Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women95: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky: The Dark Side of Ozempic No One Talks AboutYou’re not losing fat because you’re doing it wrong. No, not because you’re lazy or lack willpower, but because the advice you’ve been fed is outdated, oversimplified, and straight-up wrong. Calorie deficits, cortisol fear, and overtraining? We’re done with that.That’s why I sat down with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, board-certified obesity specialist and hormone expert, to break down what’s actually going on when fat loss stalls. We talk about GLP-1 medications, metabolic adaptation, willpower myths, and how to lose fat without losing your mind (or your muscle).Whether you're in a pl...
2025-07-0156 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women94: Angela Gargano: The Real Reason You’re Not Stronger Yet (It’s Not What You Think)Feel like you're lifting heavy but still not getting stronger? You might be missing the real markers of strength—and Angela Gargano (former D1 gymnast and 4x American Ninja Warrior) joined me to set the record straight.We’re talking about the biggest misconceptions women have about strength training, how to train through your cycle without burning out, and why confidence in the gym translates to confidence everywhere else. Angela also shares her personal story of injury and recovery—and how it changed her entire approach to fitness.Whether you’re working on your first pull-up...
2025-06-2452 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women93: Q&A: Body Recomp, Progress Plateaus, Period Problems & Protein That Doesn’t SuckEver wonder if you’re actually overtraining… or just being dramatic? Or if your protein goals are realistic—or completely made up? In this solo episode, I’m answering all the juicy questions you sent in—and I’m not holding back.We’re talking sore muscles, toe yoga (yes, really), my real-life workout split, how I handle cardio, and what to do when your period disappears but you still want to build muscle. No fluff. Just real talk.I’m also breaking down overtraining symptoms that most people ignore, how I approach strength training in my 30s (and w...
2025-06-1729 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women92: Vanessa and Xander Marin: Your Sex Drive Isn’t Broken—You’re Just Burnt OutEver feel disconnected from your partner… but not sure how to fix it?You’re not alone. Between mismatched desire, mental load, body image struggles, and awkward communication, intimacy often becomes one more thing on your to-do list, instead of a source of connection.In this episode, I’m joined by Vanessa and Xander Marin—licensed sex therapist and bestselling author duo behind Sex Talks and the Pillow Talks podcast. We’re breaking down the silent issues that show up in long-term relationships and how to reconnect (without relying on spontaneous desire or unrealistic expectations).We’re ta...
2025-06-101h 02Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women91: 36 Lessons I’ve Learned in 36 YearsEver feel like you should have it all figured out by now—but you secretly don’t? Same. In this episode, I’m celebrating 36 trips around the sun by sharing 36 lessons that have changed how I train, how I show up, and how I treat myself (inside and out).We’re talking about the pressure to shrink yourself and be “less,” why discipline beats motivation every time, and how lifting weights transformed my confidence way more than chasing aesthetics ever did.I also get into the messy stuff: setting boundaries, choosing rest, and learning to love your bo...
2025-06-0335 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women90: Dr. Carrie Jones: Hormone Issues, Low Libido, Fatigue? Start HereEver been told your symptoms are “just stress” or “totally normal” while your body feels anything but normal? You’re not imagining it—and you deserve real answers.In this episode, I’m joined by hormone health expert Dr. Carrie Jones, and we’re diving into the truth behind why so many women feel anxious, exhausted, inflamed, and out of sync—especially in their 30s, 40s, and 50s. If your labs are “normal” but you don’t feel normal, this episode is for you.We’re breaking down what’s actually going on in perimenopause, how nervous system dysregula...
2025-05-2753 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women89: Nutrition Q&A: Tracking, Protein Goals, Alcohol-Free Tips & Food FreedomFor years, I thought nutrition had to be all or nothing… you either perfectly tracked your food, followed a strict diet, or you were "failing." I spent so much time overthinking every meal, trying to find the “perfect” way to eat, only to end up feeling stressed, guilty, and frustrated.I thought true health meant rigid rules, obsessive tracking, and pushing myself to stick to the latest diet trend.But the truth? Nutrition should be about fueling your body, building strength, and creating habits that support your life, not controlling every bite.In today’s episod...
2025-05-2024 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women88: Jolene Brighten: Can’t Build Muscle? Always Tired? Check Your Hormones FirstHow many times have you been told your heavy periods, low libido, or mood swings are “just part of being a woman”? Or handed birth control as the only option, without anyone actually explaining why your body feels off?If you’re nodding along, this episode is a must-listen. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Jolene Brighten—a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist, menopause specialist, and author of Beyond the Pill and Is This Normal?—and she’s here to drop some serious truth bombs about women’s health.We’re breaking down the hormone myths that keep women confuse...
2025-05-131h 19Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women87: This Is What’s Really Stopping You From Your Bikini BodyFor years, I thought I had to push myself to fit into this “summer body” ideal, sweating it out through restrictive diets and unrealistic fitness goals, only to feel like I was falling short. I kept repeating the cycle—working hard, but not seeing lasting results. I thought the key to being happy in my body was to lose weight fast and look a certain way for an event or season. But the truth? It was all a big, exhausting loop that left me feeling drained and disconnected from my true health goals.In today’s episode...
2025-05-0627 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women86: Brianna Battles: Must Know Tips to Transform Your Body After BabyLet’s be honest—how often do we think about how pregnancy and postpartum affect our training and recovery? For many women, this season of life brings unique challenges that aren't always addressed in mainstream fitness advice.In today’s episode, Brianna Battles, founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism, joins me to discuss the importance of training during pregnancy and postpartum. We dive into how to modify your workouts to protect your pelvic health, the importance of understanding diastasis recti, and how to train your body while respecting its changes. Brianna also shares valuable insights on mindset—why it’s...
2025-04-2959 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women85: THIS Is What Birth Control Is Doing To Your Body…Let’s be real—how often do you stop to think about how hormonal birth control affects your body, metabolism, and overall health? It’s something many women take without fully understanding the long-term impact.In today’s episode, Lara Briden joins me to dive into the technical side of hormonal birth control and its effects on muscle growth, insulin sensitivity, and metabolic function. We’ll explore how synthetic hormones interfere with ovarian function, why they might be hindering your fitness progress, and the connection between birth control and conditions like insulin resistance and gut health.We’ll al...
2025-04-221h 00Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women84: THIS is Why You're Not Getting Stronger (And How to Fix It)For years, I thought I was doing everything right, showing up, sweating it out, and doing all the workouts I saw online. But I couldn’t figure out why I wasn’t actually getting stronger. Why my joints ached, why I felt stuck, or why my lifts weren’t going anywhere.Turns out, I was making some of the most common fitness mistakes that women still make today.From rushing through reps to skipping rest (guilty), from starting every workout with cardio to training only in one plane of motion, I’ve done it all. And in t...
2025-04-1530 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women83: Kaisa Keranen: Stop Chasing Aesthetics—Train for Strength & Watch What HappensLet’s be real, how often do you actually warm up before a workout? Or focus on mobility? Or train for strength instead of just trying to change how your body looks?If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. Today, I’m sitting down with Kaisa Keranen, a coach, trainer, and movement expert who’s on a mission to change the way people think about fitness.We’re covering why mobility is essential for strength, injury prevention, and longevity, and how neglecting it could be holding you back. We’ll also break down...
2025-04-0853 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women82: Q&A: Overtraining, Strength Training, Fat Loss & MoreFor way too long, I thought training more meant training better. Six or seven days a week, sometimes twice a day, because if I wasn’t pushing my limits, was I even making progress?I see this all the time now. People grinding through back-to-back workouts, ignoring the signals their bodies are screaming at them. Constant fatigue, stubborn plateaus, weird little injuries that just won’t go away. And for what? More isn’t always better. In fact, sometimes, it’s the very thing holding you back.I used to think I had to train like an...
2025-04-0136 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women81: Eliisa Tennant: Tracking Beyond Calories - Inside the Science of the World's Most Accurate Nutrition AppMost nutrition apps give you inconsistent data that might be sabotaging your health goals without you even knowing it.If you've ever been frustrated by duplicate food entries, inaccurate nutrition information, or apps that only track calories and macros while ignoring the micronutrients that truly impact your health, this episode will change how you approach nutrition tracking. In this episode on the BROADS podcast, I chat with Eliisa Tennant from Cronometer about why their science-backed approach to nutrition data is creating such a loyal following, especially among health professionals and people with specific health needs....
2025-03-2734 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women80: Taryn Brumfitt: Breaking Free from Body Shame - How to be Truly Confident in Your BodyMost people are focusing on how their bodies look, not how they feel—and it's holding them back.If you've ever declined an invitation because of how you felt about your body, avoided activities you love, or spent hours criticizing yourself in the mirror, this conversation is your wake-up call. In this episode, I sit down with Taryn Brumfitt, founder of the Body Image Movement and Australian of the Year 2023, to break down why embracing your body isn't just about feeling better—it's about living better.We're tackling the biggest misconceptions about body image—like why fo...
2025-03-2554 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women79: Why the Scale is Lying to You (And What to Focus on Instead)For way too many years, I let the number on the scale define me. I truly believed that if I could just make myself smaller, everything else in life would fall into place.I remember sitting alone in my dorm room, heating up some bland, low-calorie frozen meal while my teammates ate together in the dining hall. I thought I was being “good.” I thought that eating less meant I was more disciplined, more in control. But the reality? I was exhausted, constantly hungry, and stuck in a vicious cycle of restriction and bingeing.Then came...
2025-03-1822 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women78: Christina Chu: How to Eat for Strength, Recovery & Energy—Without Overthinking ItMost people are eating for weight loss, not performance—and it’s holding them back.If you’ve ever felt exhausted during workouts, struggled to recover, or found yourself constantly craving snacks, your nutrition might not be keeping up with your training. In this episode, I sit down with Christina Chu, a board-certified sports dietitian, to break down how to fuel like an athlete (even if you don’t think of yourself as one).We’re tackling some of the biggest misconceptions in nutrition—like why carbs aren’t the enemy, why eating “clean” isn’t always better, and...
2025-03-1158 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women77: What Intuitive Eating Actually Means + Why Social Media Gets It WrongMost people think intuitive eating is just eating whatever you want, whenever you want, but that’s not it at all.In today’s episode, I’m breaking down what intuitive eating actually means, why it’s not just about cravings, and how to fuel your body without obsessing over calories or macros.Spoiler: intuitive eating isn’t just “listening to your body” with no structure, because let’s be real, sometimes your cravings are straight-up lying to you. Instead, we’re talking about how to balance mindful eating with real nutrition, so you can feel strong, energ...
2025-03-0427 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women76: The PCOS Struggle is Real—Here’s What Actually WorksIf you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling unheard, struggled with weight gain that doesn’t make sense, or been told that birth control is your only solution for PCOS—you’re not alone.In this episode, I’m joined by Tallene and Sirak, the duo behind PCOS Weight Loss, to break down what’s really happening in the body with PCOS, why so many women feel lost after their diagnosis, and how to take control of your health. We’re unpacking the biggest myths about PCOS, why "just eat less and exercise more" doesn’t work, and how ba...
2025-02-2546 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women75: The Supplement Industry Is Lying to You—Here’s the TruthLet’s be real, most supplements are just expensive hype. The fitness industry is a billion-dollar machine built on flashy marketing, half-truths, and straight-up BS claims. So how do you know what actually works and what’s just draining your wallet?In today's episode, I’m breaking it all down, the supplements that are a complete waste of money, the only two I actually stand by, and how to stop falling for influencer hype. Spoiler: fat burners won’t burn fat, BCAAs are useless if you eat enough protein, and detox teas? They’re just overpriced...
2025-02-1824 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women74: Hannah Eden : The Dark Side of Success: Why Reaching Your Goals Feels… OffEver set a massive goal, push yourself to the limit, and then suddenly feel… lost when it’s over? You’re not imagining it, the post-goal blues are real, and they can hit harder than you expect.In this episode of the Broads Podcast, I sit down with Hannah Eden, fitness coach, entrepreneur, and all-around powerhouse, to talk about what really happens after you achieve something huge, like completing an Ironman just months after giving birth. She opens up about the dopamine crash, identity shifts, and mental struggles that followed, and how she pulled herself out of it.
2025-02-111h 06Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women73: Q&A: How to Build Up a Workout Routine, Supplements, Consistency Hacks and more!Ever wonder if you’re actually doing too much at the gym, or not enough? What about how to bounce back after an injury without losing progress?In this Q&A episode, I’m joined by my favorite hype girl, Emily, to tackle the fitness questions you’ve been asking non-stop. We’re breaking down how to build a workout routine that actually sticks (spoiler: perfection isn’t the goal), and the real deal about supplements like creatine—why it’s not just for bodybuilders and how it can help your recovery and results.We’re also sharing...
2025-02-0441 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women72: Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas: Why Motivation Isn’t Enough, and What Actually WorksEver feel like you’re trapped in the cycle of "all or nothing" when it comes to your health and fitness? What if there was a way to break free from that mindset and make progress without perfection?In today’s episode of The Tara Talk Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas, a mindset expert with a PhD in Psychology and a passion for helping people create lasting, meaningful change. We dive deep into the science behind how we think… and, more importantly, how to reframe those thoughts for real results.We explor...
2025-01-281h 09Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women71: No Alcohol for 30 Days? Here’s Why You Should Consider It + What Happened When I Ditched ItWe all know that weekend margaritas and post-workout brunches can feel like part of the fun—but what if they’re secretly sabotaging your progress? In this episode, I’m breaking down how even "casual" drinks can impact everything from your sleep to your strength. If you’ve ever wondered why you wake up groggy or feel like your workouts aren’t translating into gains, this conversation is for you.We get real about the science behind alcohol’s effect on your metabolism, recovery, and muscle-building efforts. But don’t worry—this isn’t about quitting forever. I...
2025-01-2131 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women70: 5 Steps to Reset After Holiday Weight GainLet’s be real—holiday food hits different, and sometimes, so does the aftermath. But guess what? You don’t need a juice cleanse or punishing workouts to feel like yourself again. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to reset without falling into the all-or-nothing cycle (because that mindset? It’s not the vibe).We’re talking smart strength training (yes, three to four days is enough), the power of protein, why water isn’t boring when you do it right, and the truth about movement—it doesn’t have to be a marathon. And if you’ve been sta...
2025-01-1432 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women69: Why More Cardio Won't Help You Lose Weight (and What to Do Instead)Do you feel like you're spending countless hours on the treadmill or bike, but not seeing the results you want? In this Tara Talk podcast episode, I dive into a crucial question: Is more cardio the answer to achieving your dream body?I discuss why your body adapts to cardio over time, making it less effective for fat loss, and how excessive cardio can lead to muscle loss and a slower metabolism. I also dive into the surprising ways cardio can increase hunger and why strength training is the optimal way to change your body composition.
2025-01-0730 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women68: Recovery Secrets: Your Guide to Rest Days, Creatine, and Deload WeeksAre you like I used to be, hitting the gym relentlessly day after day? Looking back, not taking enough rest days in my younger years is one of my biggest fitness regrets. That’s why, in this episode of Tara Talk, I share how smart recovery through mobility work, stretching, and gentle movement actually improves your results. I also break down everything you need to know about strategic deload weeks and dive into the science of creatine. If you've been wondering whether this supplement is right for you, I walk you through all the details, from dosage to...
2024-12-3127 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women67: How to Avoid the 10 Biggest Resolution Mistakes in 2025Are you tired of setting the same old New Year's resolutions only to find yourself back at square one by February? You're not alone. So many of us struggle to stay on track with our fitness goals, but it doesn't have to be that way.In this episode of the Tara Talk podcast, I dive into the 10 most common mistakes people make when trying to stick to their New Year's fitness resolutions. I also share actionable strategies to avoid these pitfalls and emphasize the importance of setting specific goals, creating a plan, and anticipating obstacles. I...
2024-12-2429 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women66: Memories over Macros: 8 Tips for Body Image Confidence During the HolidaysDo you find yourself stressing over your body image as the holiday season approaches? If so, you're definitely not alone. In this episode on the Tara Talk podcast, I dive into the sensitive topic of body image and how it can affect us during the holiday season. With all the social gatherings, photos, and potential overindulgences, it's easy to feel self-conscious or guilty about our appearance and food choices. To help you navigate this challenging time, I share eight practical tips for maintaining a positive body image and finding balance amidst the festivities. From shifting your focus t...
2024-12-1727 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women65: Cori Lefkowith: How to Optimize Your Metabolism at Any Age (It’s never too late!)Is a slowing metabolism just an inevitable part of aging? This is exactly what fitness expert Cori Lefkowith and I discuss in this episode of Tara Talk. If you’re nervous that your metabolism is doomed by 40, listen in as we dive into common myths about metabolism and aging, revealing the truth behind why so many of us struggle to stay fit as we get older. We also discuss the key factors that impact metabolism, strategies to build muscle at any age, and how macro tracking can be a useful - not restrictive - tool for...
2024-12-1054 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women64: 8 Fail-Proof Ways to Deal with “Food Judgement” at Any Holiday GatheringHave you ever been asked "Are you still on that health kick?" at a family gathering while trying to enjoy your meal in peace? Holiday gatherings are often a time of stress, especially if you are someone who cares about what you’re eating. That’s why, in this episode of Tara Talk, I dive into 8 strategies to help you navigate holiday eating with family and friends. I discuss how to maintain boundaries while preserving relationships, share tips for bringing your own food, and talk about the importance of being flexible with your health goals. I also dive...
2024-12-0326 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women54: 1 Year Anniversary + a New Brand: BTS of BroadsCelebrating 1 full year of The Tara Talk + the upcoming launch of our new brand, Broads. Listen for a BTS glimpse into building an app, working with a partner (or friend) and staying motivated throughout it all. Episode Highlights: 1 year of The Tara TalkGIVEAWAY (details below)BTS of building Broads!What to expect within the appBuilding a team and asking for helpWorking with your partnerHow to communicate clearlyMaking decisions using “dealer’s choice”How to stay motivated in fitness + lifeUsing a reward systemShould you workout while sick? To enter the giveaway, leave a rate & review on...
2024-10-0141 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women51: How to Find Yourself and Navigate Social Anxiety with Jera Foster- FellWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Jera Foster-Fell for an open conversation on the journey of "finding yourself" in different seasons of life. This includes life experiences like navigating social anxiety, showing up authentically (online and IRL), and tapping into creativity. Beyond this conversation, Jera is a social media expert, in-demand speaker, and seasoned content creator. Leaning into her extensive background in content creation and strategy, Jera teaches people and brands how to harness the power of their secret sauce and show up authentically on social—gen...
2024-09-1051 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women50: How to Deadlift and Feel Confident With Your LiftsWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara explains how to deadlift with tips and tricks for perfecting form, feeling confident with your lifts, and different variations to try. Episode Highlights: How to deadlift: beginner tipsThe importance of compound liftsHow to improve grip strengthProper form to avoid injuryAccessories for your lifts4 deadlift variationsDownload your FREE Deadlift Guide here. Are you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any order after that when yo...
2024-09-0330 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women49: Debunking Health Myths + Creating a Balanced Lifestyle with Jordan SyattWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Jordan Syatt to debunk common health myths and discuss what it takes to create a balanced lifestyle. Jordan created his online fitness business from his dorm room at the University of Delaware in 2011 because he wanted to help people achieve their fitness goals. He’s been coaching people since he was 14 and it’s all he’s wanted to do since. His approach to health and fitness involves moderation, balance, and getting to know what works best for you. Episod...
2024-08-271h 17Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women48: What is Intuitive Eating? How to Ditch Diets and Eat MindfullyWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara shares how intuitive eating helped her ditch the diets once and for all + make peace with food. Episode Highlights: What is intuitive eating?Listening to your body’s needsIntuitive eating vs impulsive eatingThe 10 principles of IEMake peace with foodDo genetics play a part?Emotional eatingWho is intuitive eating for?How to start eating intuitivelyDownload the Mindfulness TrackerIntuitive Eating Book Are you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your firs...
2024-08-2025 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women47: Real Talk on Gut Health, Supplements, and Fiber with Julie BalsamoWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Julie Balsamo to chat about all things gut health, bloating, supplements, fiber, and more! Julie is a Registered Dietitian and holds both a Bachelor's and Master's in Nutrition. She specializes in a holistic, whole-body approach to nutrition, integrating cutting-edge research with functional practices to help clients identify and address the root causes of their discomfort. By personalizing nutrition plans, Julie empowers clients to regain control over their health, freeing them from the burden of digestive, hormonal, skin, and weight symptoms.
2024-08-1350 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women46: How to Create an Evening Routine + Sleep BetterWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara shares how to optimize your sleep by creating an evening routine and practicing good sleep hygiene. Episode Highlights: Why sleep is so importantTara's evening routineTips for better sleepOptimize your routine + home for relaxationHow to communicate your sleep needs with a partnerAre you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any order after that when you shop at LegionAthletics.comIf this episode resonated please...
2024-08-0618 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women45: The Power of Dance and Embracing Motherhood with Nikki NorenbergWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with mover, shaker, creator, and mama, Nikki Norenberg Klaus. Nikki shares her journey of creating EMBODIED, a dance program to help people reconnect with themselves, that was inspired by her own journey of navigating motherhood, purpose, and intuition. Episode Highlights: Closing her coaching businessCreating EMBODIEDHow motherhood brought dance back into her lifeEveryone can danceThe frequency of musicSlowing down during motherhoodHealing from diastasis and prolapseFinding neutrality with body imageRelearning patience in motherhoodConnecting with your intuitionGetting clear on your “hell yes”...
2024-07-3050 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women44: How to Increase Your ProteinWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara dives into Protein 101, discussing why protein is needed, how to measure your body's needs, and simple ways to increase your intake. Episode Highlights: Why do we need protein?Understanding the role of amino acidsProtein for recovery + feeling satisfiedThe trick for calculating your protein needsHow to increase your protein intakeAre you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any order after that when you shop at LegionA...
2024-07-2322 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women43: Why Muscles Matter and Strength Training as a Petite Woman with April WhitneyWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with April Whitney to discuss wellness as a petite woman, the importance of building muscle, and how to strengthen the mind through training and entrepreneurship. April Whitney is a former pro fencer, certified personal trainer, nutritionist and YouTuber. She is the Founder and CEO of Petite PWR, a platform and community made for petite women 5'4" and shorter to lose fat and gain muscle through premiere coaching programs, products and services. April has coached celebrities, Olympic athletes and tens of thousands of...
2024-07-1650 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women42: AMA: How to Navigate Social Situations, Taking a Therapy Break, and Setting BoundariesWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara and Emily sit down to answer another round of listener questions. Topics ranging from navigating social settings (with food and alcohol) to Tara's break from therapy, and how to set boundaries with people you love. Episode Highlights: Summertime productivityHow to navigate social situations with food and alcoholIdentifying your “yes” and “no” statementsFeeling judged for being “healthy”Healthy habits whiling travelWhat to do when your loved ones don’t prioritize healthTaking a break from therapySetting boundaries with people in your lifeHow to navigate / commu...
2024-07-0955 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women41: Strength in Faith and Fitness with Saman MunirWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Saman Munir to discuss her journey with faith and fitness. Episode Highlights: Growing up in a different cultureOvercoming an obsession with being “skinny”The impact of faith in lifeInspiring others to feel strongCreating a career + community in fitnessCollaborating with AdidasWorking with a coach to reach new levelsFine tuning form + hitting new PRsBecoming an Evolve You TrainerAre you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any o...
2024-07-0243 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women40: Tips for Healthy TravelWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara shares her tips for healthy travel so that you can enjoy your time away while still feeling your best.Episode Highlights: You can have it all!Healthy travel hacksThe main categories of healthHow to plan ahead while travelingThe importance of protein + snacksWhy the color of your pee mattersDifferent types of movementHow to sleep betterAdjusting to time zone change Are you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalt...
2024-06-2519 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women39: How To Engage Your Deep Core, Heal Diastasis Recti, and Strength Train as a Mom with Ashley NoweWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Ashley Nowe to discuss proper core engagement, strength training as a mother, and how things change during pregnancy and postpartum. After birthing three children, (including a giant set of twins), mom of four and stepmom of two Ashley Nowe didn’t recognize her own body. A lifelong athlete and fitness enthusiast, she was determined to find a way to heal her severe diastasis recti — postpartum ab separation — and love her body again. Through correcting her breathing and engaging in inten...
2024-06-1851 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women38: Lessons I Learned Turning 35Welcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today is Tara's 35th Birthday Episode! Settle in for life lessons + reflections from 35 years experience doing this thing called life. Episode Highlights: Birthday reflectionsChoosing to love your birthday (again)The birthday wish that never came trueTurning 35 and still figuring things outBeing okay with not knowing what’s “next”Working with a business + life coachRapid fire: 20 life lessonsNavigating “failure”, guilt, and personal boundaries Are you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalt...
2024-06-1120 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women37: You Don't Need Another Diet, You Need Nutrients! with Dr. Sarah BallantyneWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Dr. Sarah Ballantyne to chat about the history of diet culture, how to feel better through food, and the truth of eating "well". Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD is the founder of Nutrivore.com and New York Times best-selling author of Nutrivore: The Radical New Science for Getting the Nutrients You Need from the Food You Eat. She creates educational resources to help people improve their day-to-day diet and lifestyle choices, empowered and informed by the most current evidenced-based scientific research. W...
2024-06-0455 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women36: What is Periodization + How To Use It For Training GainsWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara explains what periodization is and how it can help you overcome training plateaus + progress your strength gains over the longterm. Episode Highlights: What is periodization?The importance of progressive overloadChanging your rep count + lifting weightWhy you need recovery breaksHow to progress past the newbie gainsThe states of stress in the bodyThe 3 cycles of periodizationIntermediate level of strength trainingDifferent styles of periodizationAre you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double...
2024-05-2823 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women35: Navigating Sobriety and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Claire BaysWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Claire Bays to discuss her journey with sobriety, becoming a coach, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Episode Highlights: Claire’s first exposure to drinkingOpting out of the grieving processRealizing she had a substance abuse struggleNavigating sobrietyLearning new coping skills + toolsDeveloping a disordered relationship with foodBuilding a foundation in the gymThe power of being in relationship with anotherOvercoming imposter syndromeBeing true to youAre you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order an...
2024-05-211h 03Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women34: How to Create Your Own Workout ProgramWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara breaks down how to write your own workout plan and create programming for your specific fitness goals. Episode Highlights: Questions to consider for your fitness goalsChoosing your base exercisesCompound vs isolation movementsUnderstanding the different movement planesDetermine your sets + repsHow to incorporate progressive overloadFinding your lifting weightTiming your workoutsCreating a workout splitExample workout plansConsidering rest and recoveryAre you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any order...
2024-05-1443 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women33: How to Own Your Shit and Connect With Your Inner Critic with Danielle GertnerWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Danielle Gertner to discuss how to own your shit, connect with your inner critic, and move through emotions. Danielle Gertner is a Speaker, Emcee, Self Mastery mentor, expert community builder, and podcast host who is on a mission to unlock the world’s radical confidence with her signature Own Your Shit™️ method. She uses a unique blend of neurolinguistic programming, hypnosis, trauma-informed somatic work, story work, and primal play to help her clients make soul-shifting transformations that last a lifetime.Wi...
2024-05-0758 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women32: Change Your Thoughts, Open Your Mind: The Thought LadderWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara is talking about the Thought Ladder, a tool for changing your belief system + mindset around your potential in life! This will shift the way you think about growth and goals, making them seem more possible than ever before. Download the FREE Thought Ladder below. Episode Highlights: How to change your life and shift your thoughtsCultivating belief in yourselfFinding your why for changeRewiring your thought patternsReconnect with your inner child curiosityIt’s never too late to changeStages of changeThe Thought LadderCreating your Thou...
2024-04-3028 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women31: What I Wish Knew Before My First Powerlifting MeetWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara shares about her recent powerlifting meet and the lessons learned along the way.Episode Highlights: Hiring a coach for powerlifting prepTara’s training program splitHitting new strength PRsUSPA vs USAPL divisionsThe cost of participating in the meetLearning the movement commandsGetting red lights & making mistakesPlanning for the weigh-inTiming when to eat & drinkIncorporating more range of motion for the next meet prep Are you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and doub...
2024-04-2530 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women30: Setting Boundaries with Social Media and Creating Opportunities for Yourself with Milou PieterszWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Milou Pietersz to discuss the pros & cons of social media plus how to create opportunities for yourself. Milou fell in love with social media whilst completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Media & Advertising and Public Relations. She knew she wanted to create her own schedule and opportunities in work and that's when Simply Multimedia was born. Milou combined her skills and knowledge in the field of social media + marketing to create her ideal business structure and work with align...
2024-04-2354 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women29: Listener Q&A: Therapy Talks, Cultivating Confidence, and Social Media BreaksWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara answers listener questions ranging from therapy talks to cultivating confidence and beyond, diving deep into these topics unlike ever before! Episode Highlights: BTS with Emily and TaraTara’s WHY when it comes to coachingWhat prompted Tara to begin therapyFeeling emotions vs distracting and avoidingCreating + finding safe spaces to feelHow strength training creates confidence in lifeCultivating self-confidence from withinShowing up in an authentic way on social mediaTaking a monthly IG breakWhen to speed up vs slow down with life + workTaking inven...
2024-04-1655 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women28: It’s Never Too Late to Start: Strength Training at 60 with Mimi IsonWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Mimi Ison on why it's never too late to start with strength training + how to get/stay strong no matter your age. Mimi Ison is a pro-age movement motivator, blogger, and anti-ageism advocate. At 60, she’s a health and fitness enthusiast who crushes age stereotypes on Instagram @heymiddleage, and writes about midlife on her blog heymiddleage.com. Her happy place is the boxing gym where she started training at age 50. Episode Highlights: Paving her own path...
2024-04-091h 00Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women27: Fitness Terms to KnowWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara breaks down common & not-so-common fitness terms and acronyms that you may hear / see in programming, workout classes, or in general fitness education.Episode Highlights: The 1 Rep MaxFitness acronyms broken down (AMRAP, EMOM)The one exercise Tara never doesHypertrophy training for muscle growthThe different kind of "sets"?What is metcon?Compound, isolation, and accessory movementsThe purpose of HIIT style workoutsDifferent zones of exercise + HRV Are you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your f...
2024-04-0220 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women26: Juggling Parenting + Entrepreneurship with Bonnie WeeksWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Bonnie Weeks to chat about entrepreneurship, owning the hell out of your voice, and what it means to connect with your body. Bonnie's love for learning systems, asking boundary-pushing questions and innovating in new ways has collided with the yoga world to create her online presence and business. She has mentored hundreds of yoga teachers around the world to step into their power and flow by using their own embodied experience and authentic voice. Episode Highlights: Ho...
2024-03-2659 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women25: What To Do When Your Strength Gains Plateau + Compound vs Isolation ExercisesWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara explains what to do when your strength gains begin to plateau (and what this means for your progress.) She then breaks down the difference between compound vs isolation movements and the role of each in a workout program. Episode Highlights: A special giveaway! Details belowWhat is progressive overloadThe different forms of progressive overloadHow to progress in your program (with or without a coach)Compound movements vs isolation movementsThe benefits of each for strength gainsWhy compound lifts are done firstEnter to...
2024-03-1923 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women24: How Your Pelvic Floor Impacts Health, Sex, and Strength Training with Dr. Amy OsborneWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Dr. Amy Osborne to discuss why the pelvic floor is so important for overall health + how to strengthen it when needed. Amy Osborne is a pelvic health women's therapist, functional nutritionist and personal trainer. She is passionate about helping women optimize their health by improving movement patterns, achieving hormone balance and healing the gut. She owns and practices out of Apto Physical Therapy and Wellness in Denver, CO. Episode Highlights:The role of the p...
2024-03-1256 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women23: How Recovery, Creatine, and Deload Weeks Actually Increase StrengthWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara shares about how proper recovery, taking creatine, and incorporating deload weeks is crucial for consistent strength gains. Episode Highlights: The importance of recoveryHow to prioritize active recoveryWhat is creatine?The benefits of creatineHow to take it + whenMisconceptions around creatineDeload weeks: Why do they matter?Rest can increase your gainsHow to incorporate deload weeks into your routine Are you ready to uplevel your health & fitness with Legion? Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyal...
2024-03-0527 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women22: Navigating Nomadic Living and a Cancer Diagnosis with Sam CiacciaWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Sam Ciaccia about bridging the gap between medical and fitness professionals for full body health. With a history of working in the medical field + personal training, Sam shares how she navigated an unexpected cancer diagnosis while building a business and maintaining her strength throughout it all. Samantha Ciaccia is a reputable strength coach and Physician Assistant with 10+ years of clinical experience and personal training. While working in the busy Emergency Rooms of New York City, she is convinced th...
2024-02-2753 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women21: How to Improve Your Mobility + Why It MattersWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara breaks down why mobility matters for overall strength + health and how to incorporate it into your daily routine. Episode Highlights: What is mobility + why it mattersMobility vs flexibilityHow mobility supports strength trainingMobility drills to start with TODAYUnderstanding CAR: Controlled Articular RotationsP.A.I.L.’s + R.A.I.L.’s for mobilityHow to incorporate mobility dailyThe FREE Mobility 101 + Drills Guide Ready to improve your mobility? Start with my FREE Mobility 101 + Drills Guide Are you...
2024-02-2020 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women20: Let’s Talk About Sex: Communication, Stimulation, and Lubrication with Vanessa MarinWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Vanessa Marin to talk about sex, pleasure, and how to communicate your needs.Vanessa Marin is a sex therapist and instant New York Times Best Selling author of Sex Talks: The Five Conversations That Will Transform Your Love Life, co-written with her husband and partner-in-crime, Xander Marin.Vanessa is here to help you kick shame out of the bedroom so you can start feeling the connection, pleasure, and joy you deserve!Episode Highlights: Fluctuating sex d...
2024-02-1356 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women19: Are You Lifting Heavy Enough? 3 Ways to Track Progress + Prevent DOMSWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Welcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara explains how to determine what weight is right for you to lift and why you can probably lift heavier than you think. As well as how to properly warm up and recover to prevent muscle soreness, injury, and the dreaded DOMS. Episode Highlights: Why you’re probably not lifting heavy enoughHow to properly warm up for working setsThe importance of mind-muscle connectionUnderstanding the RPE scalePercentage-based trainingTracking your progress with...
2024-02-0628 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women18: Becoming Superhuman Through Mobility, Calisthenics, and Strength Training with Taylor LearmontWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement. Today, Tara connects with the agility queen, Taylor Learmont. As a mobility, strength, and calisthenics athlete, a certified personal trainer, and most recently an IFBB Fitness Pro, Taylor has all the advice, experience, and truths of what it takes to become superhuman in physical form. Taylor's passion for fitness evolved from her diverse athletic background as a gymnast, dancer, and cheerleader. Over the years, she has explored different avenues of training including sport-specific training, strength and conditioning, calisthenics, and bodybuilding. Taylor (@littletfitness) has garnered a f...
2024-01-3056 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women16: The Benefits of Working with a Coach + Learning New Skills with Rosi ReevesWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for mindset + movement. Today, Tara connects with her longtime client and fellow fitness coach, Rosi Reeves. Rosi shares how her life shifted when she started to seek out and accept support. From fitness to financials to overall life coaching, Rosi shares how working with aligned coaches and support systems has allowed her to grow, learn, and expand her life unlike ever before.As a coach herself, Rosi shares her experiences gaining confidence in the gym, training and competing in Iron Mans, navigating recovery post injury, and learning what it...
2024-01-1651 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women15: 8 Misconceptions in the Fitness IndustryWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset and movement! Today Tara is debunking 8 misconceptions in the fitness industry that may be impacting your progress. Listen in for the truth behind these common beliefs and trends. Episode Highlights: Navigating information overloadDoes lifting make you bulky?The benefits of muscleWhat makes a workout “count”Why sweat isn’t a great indicator of workThe nuances of feeling “sore”Why you feel sorenessDo you really need a meal plan?You can’t target fat lossAb workouts are not the holy grailBTS of genetics + photoshopThe be...
2024-01-0919 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women14: From “Smaller” to “Stronger”: How to Reclaim Your Strength with Meg GallagherWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara connects with Meg Gallagher to discuss the journey from "smaller" to "stronger" as women in the world of health & fitness. Meg is here to redefine what it means to be stronger by the day and feel confident in the gym, your body, and with life. Episode Highlights: How Meg got started with strength trainingOvercoming the pressure to be “skinny”Recovering from restriction + binge eatingHow to practice intentional body talkPre + post natal movement supportMeg’s bodybuilding experienceWhy strength training is so suppor...
2024-01-0247 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women13: Stop Setting Resolutions, Start Setting SMARTEST GoalsWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara shares her process for creating SMARTEST goals and has a Goal Tracker PDF for you to follow along with. Learn a new way to approach goal setting + receive tools and tips to support you in the journey! Download the Goal Tracker PDF here. Episode Highlights: A new approach to goal setting + creating a new year planHow to create a long-term vision with short-term goalsMonthly check-ins + shifting your goals along the wayThe importance of accountabilityCreate your goal...
2023-12-2620 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women12: Hybrid Training, Female Physiology, and Cycle Syncing Misconceptions with Dr. Alyssa OlenickWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today, Tara connects with Dr. Alyssa Olenick to discuss hybrid training, female physiology, and the misconceptions of cycle syncing in the world of fitness. This is an episode to educate and inspire people to get strong, run far, and understand WHY + HOW to move their body for optimal results. Dr. Alyssa Olenick holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, is a certified sports nutritionist and Crossfit Level 2 Trainer. Alyssa completed her doctoral training in exercise and human metabolism, sex differences and menstrual c...
2023-12-191h 00Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women11: Getting Off Birth Control + Reconnecting With My Natural CycleWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara shares about her experience of getting off of birth control to reconnect with her natural cycle. Sharing the knowledge and resources needed to support you in your decision. It's been 1 year since she quit BC and so much has changed! Episode Highlights: What is birth control & why are so many women on it?How synthetic hormones interact with our natural cycleTara’s 16 year experience on birth controlRoar > the book that shifted Tara's perspectiveUnderstanding how our cycles workThe BTS process of t...
2023-12-1218 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women10: From Getting Turned Down to 9 Years Together: How Tara Met TeddyWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement. Today, Tara and Teddy connect over their 9-year relationship and share all the BTS details of how they met, what makes their relationship work so well, and how they show up for each other. Plus, Teddy shares about his personal journey with self-discovery + health transformation. Episode Highlights:Meet Teddy BTSHow Tara met TeddyGetting turned down (multiple times)Building a relationship from the ground upBeing independently codependentThe power of wordsTeddy's self discovery journeyShifting Tara’s viewpoints on relationships, labels, and marriageBTS of thei...
2023-12-0555 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women9: How to Build Your Circle and Connect with OthersWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast on mindset + movement. Today Tara dives into the importance of quality friends and building your circle. Sharing her personal experience + tips for making friends and creating a community to last. What does true friendship feel like? Do your friends help you shine better? What type of friendship are you looking for? Tara explores all of these questions and more! Episode Highlights: The importance of communityBuilding your circleTara's history with friendshipsMaking new friendsHow to connect with others & put yourself out there3 types of frie...
2023-11-2822 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women8: Your Breath Can Change Your Life with Beatriz BoasWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement. Today Tara connects with Beatriz Boas to dive into the transformative power of breath and how to set your spirit free through Thetabreathwork™. In her personal quest of seeking purpose in life, Bea has experienced a variety of mindset, energy and healing techniques. Although all of them contributed in some way to her journey, she always felt like there was a missing piece.She felt inspired to combine different techniques, such as ThetaHealing, Breathwork, Hypnosis, Mindset Coaching, Meditation and others in an att...
2023-11-2156 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women7: Intuitive Eating 101 + Navigating Holiday Season StressorsWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement! Today Tara dives into the topic of intuitive eating and how to incorporate these practices into your daily life. Sharing her experience with shifting from counting macros to eating intuitively + how this improved her relationship with food. As well as tips and tricks for navigating the holiday season stressors. Episode Highlights: What is intuitive eating?How does intuitive eating work?The 10 principles of intuitive eatingListening to hunger cuesWhy you don't need to count macrosUnderstanding emotional eatingOvercoming binge eatingCalorie dense + nutrient dense foo...
2023-11-1421 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women6: Understanding Menopause and Making Peace with Your Body with Dr. Maria LuqueWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset and movement! In today's episode, Tara connects with Dr. Maria Luque to learn more about menopause and how to best support our body + mind during this time of life. The two also dive into body image and how to make peace with yourself + the benefits of muscle for continual health. Dr. Maria Luque is a menopause fitness expert, professor, Air Force veteran, and mother of an amazing daughter. She is passionate about helping menopausal women become healthier, stronger, and happier. With over 20 years of...
2023-11-0755 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women5: I Quit Drinking Alcohol For 1 YearWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset + movement. Today, Tara shares about her past year living alcohol-free and why she decided to do it. As well as the mental + physical shifts she experienced during this time and how alcohol can impact more areas of life than you may realize. Episode highlights:Why Tara quit drinkingGetting honest with herself and her relationship with alcoholThe health benefits of living alcohol-freeHow to quit + resources to support youQuestions to consider with your relationship to alcoholHow to navigate social situations alcohol-free Fol...
2023-10-3124 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women4: How to Make Sustainable Change + Strength Training For Longevity with Ashley HodgeWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset and movement! In today's episode, Tara connects with Ashley Hodge on the benefits of strength training, how to make sustainable change, and the world of power lifting. Ashley holds a certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist. She has been working with Bret Contreras since 2019 learning his methodology with an emphasis on program design. Currently, Ashley is an online fitness coach, business owner, Glute Lab Official Online Coach, and Booty by Bret Coach. She bri...
2023-10-2451 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women3: My Fitness Evolution: It's OKAY to Change!Welcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset and movement! In today's episode, Tara shares about her fitness (and life) evolution over the years and what each season has taught her. This topic serves as a reminder that your past does not have to define your present-day life. You're allowed to grow, evolve, and change - in fact, that's natural and healthy! Tara also dives into how her relationship with fitness has changed ever since she learned the difference between exercise and training. Plus how she now approaches training, goals, and pe...
2023-10-1729 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women2: From Modeling to Entrepreneurship: A Journey in Fitness with Amber Dodzweit RipostaWelcome back to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset and movement! In today's episode, Tara connects with Amber Dodzweit Riposta on her journey from modeling and fitness to entrepreneurship. As well as what it took to bounce back from burnout and take ownership of the life she wanted to create. As a 13x fitness cover model and All-American Track Athlete, Amber has experienced first hand what it's like to feel the pressure of up-keeping appearances and physique ... as well as feeling extremely burnt out from it all. She shares about her "enough is...
2023-10-1054 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women1: Reclaiming Your Worth Beyond NumbersWelcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things movement + mindset! Reclaim your worth beyond numbers and redefine what health & wellness mean to you. In a world of diet culture, the pressure to be smaller and lose weight can be suffocating if left unchecked. In this solo episode, Tara shares her experience of reclaiming worth, finding her sparkle (again), and taking her life back after years of diets, binge eating, partying, and low self-worth. Episode Highlights: Why you don't need to count macros or weigh yourselfRedefining what health & wellness meansYou're so m...
2023-10-0239 minBroads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for WomenFrom Binge-Eating to Inspiring Change: Intro to BROADSWelcome to BROADS! I'm your host, Tara LaFerrara, here to share no BS fitness + life advice to support you in feeling your best from the inside out. I want you to feel inspired to get up, move your body, and get out of your damn head. Settle in and be prepared for the honest truths on health, wellness, fitness, mindset, and everything in between. We’ll dive into stories I've never told before and get into topics everyone needs to know more about.In this intro episode you'll learn a bit of my backstory + how I w...
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