Fuel Your Strength

My favorite refrain when it comes to nutrition and fitness is, "It depends." It's so common to want the super magic secret sauce, the one answer that will unlock the door, or the universal truth that you've just been missing. Usually, it's not that simple. On today's episode, I'm trying something a bit new...a shorter show! I'm exploring why the devil is in the details and nuance is queen so you can start asking the types of questions that'll give you clearer answers. Remember to find the show notes and other episodes on StephGaudreau.com On today's episode: Why seeking the "right answer" to your nutrition and fitness questions is resulting in less clarity Why you should run away from absolutes in nutrition and fitness When you might want to consider 1-1 help in your journey Resources from this episode: Pre-order The Core 4 & get all the bonuses Harder to Kill Club Follow Steph on: Instagram| Facebook | Pinterest | YouTube | Twitter I'd really love it if you would take 10 seconds and subscribe to the podcast!

Living a non-toxic life is more than drinking a detox tea or swapping out your products, it's about creating a space in which your body's natural rhythm can shine. Amanda Montalvo is an integrative dietitian specializing in women's hormones & is passionate about helping others create a more non-toxic lifestyle. Today Amanda is here to talk about periods, poop & sweat, the trifecta of things that nobody really wants to talk about, but that significantly impact our hormones & how we feel. About Amanda Montalvo Amanda believes that by viewing toxin detoxifying as a cumulative process you can feel empowered to take steps towards achieving your goal and living a more natural life on a day to day basis. On this episode, we explore everything from embracing that you can be strong without achieving a certain 'look', understanding how our environment impacts the way our body functions, raising awareness around what is considered normal when it comes to pooping and so much more. Once you are able to get your body to a state of homeostasis, you will be able to lose weight easier, sleep better and understand what is going on inside your body so you can make the best decisions to serve yourself. It is time to ditch the self-deprecating attitude towards your body and find natural, non-toxic ways of nourishing your body and taking care of it the way it needs to be taken care of. Are you ready to ditch the toxins and start talking to yourself like you are your own best friend? Let us know what steps you are taking to live a more non-toxic life in the comments on the episode page. On Today's Episode Looking at the link between our environment, our hormones and our periods How to focus on reducing your toxic load every day while supporting your liver Recommended non-toxic cleaning products as an alternative to harsh chemicals Differences between natural deodorant and antiperspirant and why sweat is good Simple and easy things that you can do to reduce your toxic exposure today Quotes "My biggest joy is seeing the women that I work with kind of reconnect with their bodies or maybe even connect for the first time, and just really start to trust themselves." (16:26) "You have to get healthy to lose weight, you don't lose weight to get healthy." (18:33) "You have to really earn the right to lose weight." (28:35) "If you are someone that struggles, you may feel like you have a hormone imbalance, maybe you suspect it or maybe you have painful periods or if you are struggling with infertility, I would say definitely look here first." (39:39) "I think that's my favorite part, that it is cumulative. So as you keep chipping away, it's only going to benefit you more and more and help you feel better." (41:17) Resources Mentioned In This Show EWG's Healthy Living App Think Dirty App Your Non-Toxic Life Website Join the Your Non Toxic Life Support Group Here Follow Amanda Montalvo on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Pre-Order The Core 4 by Steph Gaudreau Check out the full show notes here! Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on iTunes!

Now that I'm a Nutritional Therapy Consultant, I get a lot of questions from curious folks who want to know what it is and why I chose this path. Looking back, this was a crucial step in my brand transition and more importantly, the framework around which I help people understand nutrition in their own lives. In this episode, I'm explaining what nutritional therapy is, why I became a Nutritional Therapy Consultant, why I chose this program, and more. If you're curious about what a nutritional therapist does, you want to better understand how to approach nutrition holistically, or you're thinking about furthering your own career or education in this field, this show is for you! Special note: If you sign up for the NTP or NTC program, consider adding my name as a referrer if you found out about it through my show. I may receive a small commission that helps support podcast production. Thank you! Remember to find the show notes and other episodes on StephGaudreau.com On today's episode: What are the foundations of nutritional therapy? What's the difference between NTP and NTC? What's the NTC program like? How much work did it take each week? Why I chose this program / organization over others Resources from this episode: Pre-order The Core 4 & get all the bonuses Nutritional Therapy Association Goodbye, Hello – Harder to Kill Radio Ep 150 Harder to Kill Club Follow Steph on: Instagram| Facebook | Pinterest | YouTube | Twitter I'd really love it if you would take 10 seconds and subscribe to the podcast!

Alissa Frazier was sent into a spiral of confusion after her multiple sclerosis diagnosis at the age of twenty-three. Not knowing where to turn or how to best help treat her symptoms, Alissa created LissMS to help others navigate the no-mans land of an MS diagnosis. Now a nutritional therapy consultant and AIP coach, Alissa helps spread the information she has learned to prevent others from suffering. Today she is here to shine a light on this invisible illness and create a space to feel comfortable expressing how you feel both physically and emotionally. About Alissa Frazier If you have ever been curious about the massive role nutrition plays in MS symptoms and overall health, how stress and sleep management can impact your ability to cope with a diagnosis, or the importance your mindset plays when trying to heal, Alissa is here to answer all of your questions. By creating an open dialogue around MS, Alissa hopes to share the knowledge that she wishes she knew when she was diagnosed, and create a better healing environment for others. An advocate for doing what works for your body, using nutrition as a guiding force for your health, and focusing on gut healing and proper digestion, Alissa is dismissing the 'one size fits all' approach to health and nutrition one MS case at a time. If you are ready to remove the victim mentality surrounding your symptoms and embrace a healing mindset, Alissa is here to help guide you on your journey. Has MS impacted you or someone you love? How have you fought against the symptoms? Let us know what you think about Alissa's story and recommendations in the comments section on the episode page! On Today's Episode How to keep a positive mindset when dealing with an invisible illness The importance of managing your stress, resting and digesting for MS symptoms Using the AIP diet to help reduce inflammation and repair your body Exploring the benefits of AIP for people with autoimmune diseases Embracing bio-individuality and finding what works for your unique body Quotes "The whole invisible illness thing is a trip for sure. But I think it has kind of played out in how I approach things and how people approach me." (19:35) "It's hard to say whether or not I would have done all of that [treatment] 10 years ago. But I wish at least I knew about it 10 years ago." (25:59) "Paleo is meant to be a sort of discovery, so you can learn your body, learn the language of your body, learn how foods affect your body, and then create your own healing diet template from there." (38:59) "Everyone is obviously different and going to be different. And one size fits all approaches are really doing a disservice to people." (50:35) "It's really just about me becoming me, and taking on things that usually scare the crap out of me." (53:19) Resources Mentioned In This Show Pre-Order The Core 4 by Steph Gaudreau HTK 119: Dr. Michael Ruscio LissMS Website Follow LissMS on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Check out the full show notes here! Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on iTunes!

Every once in a while, you probably come up against certain circumstances that seem so challenging that there's no way anything positive could come from it. The most resilient people are those that come up against hard life situations and come out transformed for the better. They look for the opportunity to grow, as my friend Kristen says, not in spite of the shit but because of it. Today I'm heading in a bit of a different direction and sharing a personal story that illustrates a time when life handed me a shit sandwich and how I learned to see the beauty in it all. I'm also sharing how I've everyday-life-sized that lesson to carry it around with me always. Remember to find the show notes and other episodes on StephGaudreau.com On today's episode: A personal story of seeing beauty through a perilous situation The thing I'm adding to my Fucket List Resources from this episode: The Big D (Divorce): Harder to Kill Radio Ep 150 The Fucket List: Harder to Kill Radio Ep 164 Harder to Kill Club Follow Steph on: Instagram| Facebook | Pinterest | YouTube | Twitter I'd really love it if you would take 10 seconds and subscribe to the podcast!

The first time Jennifer Fugo was on Harder to Kill Radio, she educated us on the impact gluten can have on how your whole body functions. Throughout her research, Jennifer realized that while food is a mitigating factor in how your body operates, it is not the only trigger that can be impacting your health. After struggling with eczema and skin rashes herself, the connection between skin, nutrition, and looking at your symptoms from a whole holistic point of view became the clear answer to finding solutions to chronic skin issues. About Jennifer Fugo With a new found passion to help chronic skin rash patients understand their options and find better-individualized treatment, Jennifer started Skinterrupt to open up the dialogue for improved care that really works. Today she takes the judgment out of skin issues and explains the importance of looking at your symptoms from the inside out and the outside in to finally find relief. Everything from why psoriasis is actually an autoimmune disease to reasons coconut oil may not be as good for your skin as you think is on the table, so get ready for an information-packed episode. Chronic skin issues can leave you feeling trapped, isolated and alone. Jennifer is here to make sure you know that there are others out there battling the same battle, and there are options out there to help you get better. This episode is all about giving people hope and engaging in a conversation that drives meaningful change for those struggling. Have you or someone you love been impacted by chronic skin conditions? Share with us in the comments on the episode page! On Today's Episode Addressing the lack of care and empathy for chronic skin rash conditions Looking deeper at the root causes that are driving your skin condition Examples of big picture triggers that may be impacting your skin health Understanding the unique differences found in the skin microbiome Rethinking the way you take care of your skin to provide yourself with options Quotes "My reason for 'why' is wanting to help people who are chronically suffering, and I don't mind being the person who carries this heavy burden." (7:45) "I just want to let this community know that I see you, and I also hear you. And I want to be that person that is connecting you with the options that your doctor is not telling you about, and hopefully, we can change the way we address these conditions." (9:52) "It is possible to not have to just live with the concept of managing the flares, and living in a constant state of fear that one day your skin will be okay and the next it will just blow up." (26:24) "If you are feeling alone because you have one of these conditions, and you feel like nobody is experiencing this type of isolation and loneliness and pain and discomfort, you are really not alone." (36:06) Resources Mentioned In This Show Skinterrupt Website The Healthy Skin Show with Jennifer Fugo 4 Reasons Why Coconut Oil is Bad for Your Skin Blog Post Follow Jennifer on Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube HTK 075: Jennifer Fugo National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Check out the full show notes here! Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on iTunes!

Two years ago, in the midst of planning a big online event with "getting outside your comfort zone" as a theme, I found myself with an interesting realization: even though I was extolling the virtues of getting outside your comfort zone, it had been a long time since I had followed that exact advice. At the risk of sounding hypocritical, I decided to look around for something to challenge me. I settled on trying a new sport, Brazilian jiu-jitsu. In this episode, I'm talking through why I joined, why I really appreciate jiu-jitsu, and what it's taught me. I'm also sharing seven things I wish I knew before I started...little lessons that I had to learn the hard way. In particular, I'm sharing some things about about Brazilian jiu-jitsu from a female perspective that may help other women who are thinking of joining. Remember to find the show notes and other episodes on StephGaudreau.com On this episode: The advice I finally took for myself Why I love Brazilian jiu-jitsu 7 things I wish I knew before starting BJJ Resources from this episode: 50 Epic Tips for Getting Outside Your Comfort Zone Harder to Kill Club Follow Steph on: Instagram| Facebook | Pinterest | YouTube | Twitter I'd really love it if you would take 10 seconds and subscribe to the podcast!

If there is one episode of Harder to Kill Radio that you are going to listen to, this is it. Dr. Lexie Kite and her twin sister Dr. Lindsay Kite are trailblazers in the body image realm and are shattering the societal beauty standards surrounding women, children, and everything in between. Dr. Lexie harnessed her past pain and body shame to identify an issue that women and girls around the world are dealing with, and together the Kite sisters have started a body revolution with their non-profit, Beauty Redefined. About Dr. Lexie Kite Beauty Redefined is different than the other body image messages out there. Dr. Lexie is shining a light on all the ways your body and mind have been co-opted by systems that keep you fixated on your body image, and is providing tools to help you rise with resilience in the face of that pain. She is also providing stepping stones to change how you view your body throughout your life as an opportunity to grow. Some real truth bombs are being dropped today as Dr. Lexie touches on everything from the ways that women and girls are raised differently than men, to viewing the ways that women are objectified as a launching point for greatness, and why you need to start viewing your body as an instrument instead of an ornament. Dr. Lexie and Dr. Lindsay have pioneered some new approaches to how we think about our bodies, health, and confidence. Dr. Lexie is an advocate of compassion for yourself and others, the power of body image resilience and the need for education around self-objectification. This episode is almost guaranteed to highlight an issue that every woman has dealt with, and Dr. Lexie's open and honest approach to breaking free of societal standards is refreshing and important. How does Beauty Redefined's mission align with your self-improvement goals? Let us know in the comments on the episode page! On Today's Episode Why 'before and after' pictures may be doing more harm than good How to break your unhealthy relationship with your scale without fear What it really means to prioritize your own perspective of your body Caring for yourself in a new and simple way through intuitive eating Disrupting the system and building a new vision for women Quotes "I got this tangible impression that I was going to have a daughter. And I was going to be this kind of feminist influence for her, that it was my job. And I felt this sense of hope." (10:32) "It taught me again and again that my body can do hard things, and that I am more than the way my body looks." (12:52) "Recognizing that you are more than your pain, you are more than your shame, you are more than your body. And you can get to a better, happier, healthier place as you recognize that pain." (22:53) "You will start realizing that the joy you feel as you just move your body is so much better than the shame you are gambling on every time you step on that scale." (40:46) "My work isn't just to show people what hurts so that they can be angry at all of the ways the world tells us that we are only bodies. My work and the work Lindsay does through Beauty Redefined is helping people see that they are more than bodies, and how." (1:03:46) Resources Mentioned In This Show Beauty Redefined Website Body Image Resilience Online Course Follow Beauty Redefined on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter Body Positivity or Body Obsession TED Talk Check out the full show notes here! Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on iTunes!

These days, more people than ever seem to be talking about health and wellness, especially on social media. A quick scroll down the feed of your favorite platform reveals lots of discussion about do's and don'ts, as well as up and coming tends. But along with this, I've been noticing an increasing trend that can only be described as a superiority complex. People are arguing more than ever about health. In this episode, I explore why this type of elitist attitude isn't helping. The fighting and arguing is doing two things: confusing people about what's right for them (see Episode 178 for more on that) and leaving lots of people out of the conversation when it comes to health and wellness. Eyes on your own plate is a good first step. But it also takes recognizing that there are other structures and systems in place that make it harder for some people to access the components of health and wellness that we talk so much about is quite another. Remember to find the show notes and other episodes on StephGaudreau.com On this episode: The disturbing trend I've been noticing lately in health / wellness circles What to do (and not) if you notice someone who could benefit from making healthier changes Why health and wellness are complex, layered, and contain many intersections Resources from this episode: Episode 178 - How to Stop Chasing Health Trends Harder to Kill Club Follow Steph on: Instagram| Facebook | Pinterest | YouTube | Twitter I'd really love it if you would take 10 seconds and subscribe to the podcast!

So many times our feelings of unhappiness come from a place of feeling stuck. Whether it is your relationship, job, city, or something else, feeling like you are settling can have a major impact on your overall quality of life. Lynn Marie Morski recognized this gaping hole in society and decided to take her ability to stop what isn't serving her to the masses. About Lynn Marie Morski Lynn is changing how we think about quitting. By viewing quitting as something that we can use as a strategic tool, we can get away from those things that are no longer serving us. She is passionate about giving people permission to get out of those situations of feeling stuck and has developed easy to follow protocols to help you find what you are passionate about. This episode is all about destigmatizing quitting, getting rid of the 'should' in your head, and finding a strategic quitting process to help you get the most out of life. Lynn is providing a step by step tool kit for how to quit productively and hopes to empower and enlighten those who just need to start embracing quitting. Do you need to start quitting things more often? Let us know in the comments on the episode page! On Today's Episode Strengthening your quitting muscle without moving a finger How to weave your way through the minefield of career-related quitting Letting go of the sunk cost fallacy and finding what you love to do Why you should stop thinking about what people think about you and your decisions Tips for strategic quitting and taking small quitting steps Quotes "I felt like quitting is kind of my superpower and I wanted to pass that on to others" (10:53) "Quitting is a drug when it is done right let me tell you" (24:26) "My credo is freedom in all aspects of my life. And to have any area where there are 'shoulds' and a hierarchy is so out of line with that" (25:08) "In today's society, people are going to think about anything you do for such a short period of time that it is not even worth going into your decision-making process" (40:10) "You don't have to search for your passion, just do you and your calling may just find you" (55:35) Resources Mentioned In This Show Quitting By Design by Lynn Marie Morski Quit Happens Podcast Quitting By Design Website Follow Lynn on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Quitopia Facebook Group Check out the full show notes here! Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on iTunes!