SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

On this week's Let It Rip friday, we're showing up unapologetically and owning who we are!

Are you interested in weight loss? Have you been struggling with counting calories? In this episode, we dive into the science behind weight loss. Today, I talk with Dr. Ashley Lucas. She holds a Ph.D. in Sports nutrition and chronic disease and is also a Registered Dietitian (RD). Following 15+ years of research and clinical practice, Dr. Lucas developed PHD’s science-based approach that revolutionized the science of weight loss. Her approach focuses on metabolic wellness, inflammation reduction, and behavioral/emotional support that creates profound sustainable transformation in the body and mind. She joins us to discuss her approach to weight loss, as well as the dangers of restrictive dieting. We dive into many of the weight loss secrets that Dr. Ashley knows, and the first steps to a sustainable weight loss experience.

Questions I asked:

• Where are you from?
• Where are you currently living?
• What are the secrets to weight loss, and are they really secret?
• How did you get into weight loss?
• Did you go through an identity crisis?
• Why do you say weight gain isn’t our fault?
• What do we do to fix weight loss?
• What goes into successful weight loss?
• Can you tell us about the yo-yo phenomenon?
• Why is nutrition more than calories in and calories out?
• What kind of holistic approach did you take to help your clients lose weight?
• What can we do to get rid of cravings?
• Why is exercising not a great weight loss tool?
• How much do you think stress impacts people’s weight loss?
• What is one of your favorite client success stories?
• What are a few tips for everyone on their own transition?
• Where can everyone get your book, and get in touch with you?

Topics Discussed:

• A holistic approach to weight loss.
• Recovery process.
• Stress and weight loss.
• Exercise isn’t a great weight-loss tool.
• Getting rid of cravings.
• Emotions with weight loss.
• The smarter way to weight loss.
• Eating timing.
• Mental approach to weight loss.

Quotes from the show:

• “We’ve been told for so long weight gain is our fault. I don’t believe that.” @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
• “We have triggers in our life that change the way we tolerate food.” @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
• “I had discipline, and calories in and calories out wasn’t working for me, and it didn’t seem to work for others.” @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
• “The risk of re-gaining weight is 90%.” @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
• “It’s not just the nutrition, or the science of when to eat, but 80% come from the mind.” @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
• “Weight loss is an addiction recovery process.” @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Dr. Ashley:

• Website
• Twitter
• Facebook – PhD Weight Loss
• Instagram
• Ultimate Weight Loss Secrets PDF
• LinkedIn

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

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On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing why someone would want to steal your thunder, and why they can't.

Are you interested in a becoming healthier? Have you been worried about the quality of your food? In this episode I talk with Chad Austin. In a world that is flooded with promises of instant gratification, short cuts, quick fixes, and easy buttons, Chad helps his clients stop constantly starting over so they can improve their quality of life with long term fitness success. Whether speaking in front of large groups, or delivering live or virtual workshops, attendees always walk away with a plan that they can use immediately. Chad Austin is the owner of Priority Fitness in Overland Park, KS, and is also the best-selling and award winning author of the book series, “Make Fitness A Priority.” He was the host of the talk radio show, “Be Fit...For Life”, and has been a featured guest on over 50 podcasts. We discuss how to make fitness a priority in your life, and how to overcome sabotage. Chad discusses all the excuses and how to move past them.

Questions I asked:

· How hard is it to hit the fitness reset button?

· Why should fitness be everyone’s top priority?

· Why does fitness improve your life?

· What are some strategies for busy people to prioritize fitness?

· How important is it to improve your eating?

· How do you overcome saying “I’m bored”?

· How do you overcome saying “I’m too old”?

· What is a Doughnut Slayer, and how do you become that?

· How do you deal with someone sabotaging you?

· How do you change your mindset?

· How can you avoid sliding backwards when you reach a goal?

· How do you set a goal for yourself?

· Where can people connect with you online?

Topics Discussed:

· Health.

· Fitness.

· Lasting Change.

· Healthy diet.

· Affordable fitness.

· Higher energy levels.

· Confidence.

Quotes from the show:

· “Making fitness a priority isn’t easy.” @the.fitness.pivot @SisterhoodSweat

· “When I’m taking good care of myself, I’m a better husband.” @the.fitness.pivot @SisterhoodSweat

· “You have to do what fits in your life right now.” @the.fitness.pivot @SisterhoodSweat

· “Everything starts with good nutrition.” @the.fitness.pivot @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Chad:

· https://makefitnessapriority.com/

· https://www.instagram.com/the.fitness.pivot/

· https://www.amazon.com/Make-Fitness-Priority-against-excuses/dp/0692701230

· https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-fitness-a-priority-with-chad-austin/id1343991618?i=1000531605173

· https://www.facebook.com/kindlebooky

· https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvNM8paXraAwUbfV8eJCGng

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

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On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing how important it is to trust your instincts.

On this week's Let It Rip friday, we're discussing the battles everyone has that you can't see.

Are you interested in a being more courageous? In this episode I talk with Christine Conti. Christine is an international fitness educator, chronic disease wellness specialist, and recipient of the IDEA World 2023 Fitness Professional of the Year. She is the CEO of CONTI: a woman-owned enterprise offering keynote speaking, chronic disease wellness, mindset coaching and continuing education for fitness professionals, schools, and private companies. Christine is the best-selling author of SPLIT-SECOND COURAGE, the podcast host of the Two Fit Crazies & a Microphone Podcast, co-founder of REINVENTING THE WOMAN INTERNATIONAL, a triathlete guide for special needs athletes, and a 4x IRONMAN. After receiving a life-changing diagnosis at age thirty, this former investment banker/English teacher believes that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! Join us for part 1 of this episode, and come back next week for part 2.

Questions I asked:

·How do we deal with being uncomfortable?

·How can we have split second courage?

·How can you remove the negativity in your life?

·What does it mean to “go find less”?

·How did you change your life?

·Does your life change need to be large?

·How do you focus on happiness?

·Why do we need to address the whole package?

Topics Discussed:

·Courage.

·Confidence.

·Being brave.

·Mindset.

·Healthy.

·Changing your life.

Quotes from the show:

·“There’s not a pill for split second courage.”@ContiFitness@SisterhoodSweat

·“We have ways of being resilient.”@ContiFitness@SisterhoodSweat

·“Success is about your relationship with yourself.”@ContiFitness@SisterhoodSweat

·“If I’m too much for you, go find less.”@ContiFitness @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Christine:

·Personal Website:www.ContiFit.com

·Podcast:www.TwoFitCrazies.com

·Reinventing the Woman International Group:www.RTWtribe.com

·Facebook:Christine Conti

·Instagram:@TheChristineConti

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

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Are you interested in a being more courageous? In this episode I talk with Christine Conti. Christine is an international fitness educator, chronic disease wellness specialist, and recipient of the IDEA World 2023 Fitness Professional of the Year. She is the CEO of CONTI: a woman-owned enterprise offering keynote speaking, chronic disease wellness, mindset coaching and continuing education for fitness professionals, schools, and private companies. Christine is the best-selling author of SPLIT-SECOND COURAGE, the podcast host of the Two Fit Crazies & a Microphone Podcast, co-founder of REINVENTING THE WOMAN INTERNATIONAL, a triathlete guide for special needs athletes, and a 4x IRONMAN. After receiving a life-changing diagnosis at age thirty, this former investment banker/English teacher believes that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! Join us for part 1 of this episode, and come back next week for part 2.

Questions I asked:

· How do we deal with being uncomfortable?

· How can we have split second courage?

· How can you remove the negativity in your life?

· What does it mean to “go find less”?

· How did you change your life?

· Does your life change need to be large?

· How do you focus on happiness?

· Why do we need to address the whole package?

Topics Discussed:

· Courage.

· Confidence.

· Being brave.

· Mindset.

· Healthy.

· Changing your life.

Quotes from the show:

· “There’s not a pill for split second courage.” @ContiFitness @SisterhoodSweat

· “We have ways of being resilient.” @ContiFitness @SisterhoodSweat

· “Success is about your relationship with yourself.” @ContiFitness @SisterhoodSweat

· “If I’m too much for you, go find less.” @ContiFitness @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Christine:

· Personal Website: www.ContiFit.com

· Podcast: www.TwoFitCrazies.com

· Reinventing the Woman International Group: www.RTWtribe.com

· Facebook: Christine Conti

· Instagram: @TheChristineConti

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

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Are you interested in a better approach to fashion? Have you wanted to look your best? In this episode I talk with Elisabetta Rogiani. Rogiani has been featured on the covers of over 450 magazines in addition to countless editorials, dvd/videos, albums, tv shows and movies.Prompted by several of her A-list celebrity clients, she began to make fitness wear. With a background in martial arts and having been an athlete all her life, she embraced this thoroughly and launched ELISABETTA ROGIANI Couture Fitness and became “the designer for the new race of the fit”. Recognizing individuality as the freedom of the future, ROGIANI offers customization of nearly every aspect of their products, all of which are made to order in their Hollywood studio. At the confluence of art and functionality, ROGIANI melds the highest in classic Italian design with the cutting edge of technical performance. Based in European couture, ROGIANI produces timeless, durable clothing to meet the dynamic needs of today.

Questions I asked:

· How did you get into doing cover styling?

· What celebrities have you worked with?

· What exactly is fitness couture?

· Is everything you make custom?

· How do you make it for the everyday person?

· How do you maximize your attributes?

· How do you keep track of clients?

· Tell us about how you rebranded Jane Fonda?

· What tips can you give women?

Topics Discussed:

· Fashion

· Fitness wear.

· Body types.

· Dressing for your body.

· Flattering clothes.

· Fitness Couture.

Quotes from the show:

· “you have to measure. The body of the woman that you make, you teach them how to measure. In fact, I do these phone calls with my clients saying, okay, so you have the tape measurement?” @elisabettarogiani @SisterhoodSweat

· “Only couture fitness can adjust for your body.” @elisabettarogiani @SisterhoodSweat

· “We know every single piece that we made, for every client.” @elisabettarogiani @SisterhoodSweat

· “So the idea is Good quality. It costs to make you look flawless.” @elisabettarogiani @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Elisabetta:

· https://rogiani.com/

· https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063474806638

· https://www.instagram.com/elisabettarogiani/

· https://www.tiktok.com/@elisabettarogiani

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

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On this motivation Monday, we're discussing how to soak up energy in your life!