Biceps After Babies Radio

Send us Fan MailI have a very special surprise Sunday podcast for you! Today I wanted to chat a little bit about what MACROS 101 is, what it does for people, and who it’s for. So if you’re on the fence about joining, curious about what makes it different from all the other programs out there, or just excited to hear about what’s ahead in MACROS 101, this episode is for you!  We are opening the doors to MACROS 101 for the last time in 2021 on August 30th! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/157 Follow me on Instagram! Links: https://bicepsafterbabies.com/80 https://bicepsafterbabies.com/81

Send us Fan MailI’d like to introduce you to Shari Brasel for this week’s Friday bonus episode! We talk about bravery and how Shari has stepped into this brave version of herself, and the difference MACROS 101 has made in her life. I’m really excited about this one because I know that there will be women who resonate with Shari’s story, and hopefully, you can see yourself overcoming big things as well. Now, let’s jump in! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/156 Follow me on Instagram! Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/challenge bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist

Send us Fan MailIn today’s Friday bonus episode, we have Nadene Hinkins, who is a 61-year-old MACROS 101 alumnae who joined the program curious as to whether it would work for someone her age who has had a hysterectomy. She shares about her fitness journey and how her mindset has changed from a place of doubt to one of success. I’m excited for you to give this one a listen! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/155 Follow me on Instagram! Link: bicepsafterbabies.com/challenge

Send us Fan MailThis week’s episode will help give you ideas on how to build a strong foundation in your fitness journey, and thus build your own success. I also talk about what to expect in the upcoming Five Days to a Fitter You Free Challenge, and MACROS 101. So let’s get to it! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/154 Follow me on Instagram! Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/challenge bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist www.bicepsafterbabies.com/28

Send us Fan MailI'm honored to introduce you all to Alice on the “I Did It” Series today. As she shares her story, I think a lot of you will find that you relate to her journey and hopefully, it will give you hope and insight into what’s possible for you on the other side. This is going to be really fun, so let’s get into it!   Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/153 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Differences between a macro dieter and a macro scientist (2:27, 9:11)  The difference between learning something and applying it (3:47, 7:58 ) What to expect in Macros 101 (9:53, 22:17) Identity shift and discovering the empowered self (10:36, 11:43, 16:57, 20:49) Macros 101 community (14:12, 15:15,16:57) The power of being able to help someone believe in themselves (18:23) How coaching can only happen when vulnerability and openness happens (19:19) Free five days to a fitter you challenge (22:50)   Links: www.bicepsafterbabies.com/124  bicepsafterbabies.com/challenge

Send us Fan MailToday I’m back with another rant episode. This is something that I’ve been thinking about a lot recently, as I’ve been interacting with my clients, social media audience, and friends. It’s a topic that’s been recurring so frequently, I thought it would be important to discuss it on the podcast. I’m sure you’ve already seen the title of the episode, so let’s jump in. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/152 Follow me on Instagram! Links: www.bicepsafterbabies.com/102   bicepsafterbabies.com/challenge

Send us Fan MailIn today’s Friday bonus episode, we have Anna Crosby, who shares about the tough choices she’s had to make throughout her fitness journey, and the life that she created for herself. I’m really proud of the decisions she chose to make, and I hope that after listening to today’s “I Did It” series, you’ll walk away knowing that you can do this in your own life, too. So let's dive into the interview. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/151 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Mindset shifts (4:54)  How physical shifts if not accompanied by internal shifts don’t last (10:07) What’s in store in Macros 101  (11:14) What coaching can be really like (15:45, 24:19) Alcohol and macro counting goals (17:17)  Being in control in making choices that are aligned with the outcomes that you want to create( 19:18, 22:11, 23:12) Just keep tracking (26:03)   Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist

Send us Fan MailThis week I dive into the topic of hiring an effective coach, and how to make sure that you’re getting a return on your investment. Inspired by a listener’s question, we’ll dig a little bit deeper as we go through today's episode.  Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/150 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Coaching: Its pluses and its minuses (5:38)  How to know when you need a coach? (7:33, 10:29) Coaches cannot guarantee your results  (12:41) Definition of a coach (14:30) It’s not all about what you know but it’s all about what you apply (14:30) What to look for in a good coach? (23:59, 26:56, 29:39, 31:25, 34:53, 36:40) How to know if a coach has actually been helpful in identifying self-sabotage when being coached? (37:24) The transformational coach (44:45) How to know when you should fire a coach or switch coaches or be done needing coaching (47:56, 51:12)   Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist bicepsafterbabies.com/cert www.bicepsafterbabies.com/146

Send us Fan MailI'm coming at you with another Friday bonus episode, where Mandy Boland talks about being diagnosed with breast cancer, experiencing weight gain, and ultimately, her propulsion into MACROS 101. I’m really excited to share this episode and Mandy’s transformation with you this week! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/149 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: What’s in store in Macros 101 (1:32, 12:09)  How important tracking and balance is (9:48, 18:00) Progress can still happen even if we age  (14:36, 20:46) Being plant-based while doing macro counting (11:20, 13:03) Lifting with macro counting (13:32) Mental shifts while going through Macros 101 (15:41) You can get your best self back even if you encounter huge medical changes (20:04) Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is a fun one. We’re going to go through ten myths that’re making your fitness journey more difficult. Now, let’s get to some myth-busting. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/148 Follow me on Instagram! Highlights: Myth No. 1 You can’t count macros if you’re a vegetarian or a vegan (2:20)  Myth No. 2 Macro counting is a new fad diet (10:23) Myth No. 3 You have to hit your macros perfectly in order to see results (14:38) Myth No. 4 You have to eat over 140 grams of protein to be successful (21:40) Myth No. 5 You don't/ can't eat nutrient-dense food while counting macros (25:03) Myth No. 6 You have to weigh everything (29:13) Myth No. 7 Going under your macros is better than hitting them (31:24)  Myth No. 8 Counting macros is restrictive (33:01) Myth No. 9 Counting macros is only for weight lifters or women who are lean (37:18) Myth No. 10 You have to eat low fat (42:33)  What’s in store in Macros 101 (19:55, 20:47, 31:24, 35:57)    Links: bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist www.bicepsafterbabies.com/65 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/144 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/34 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/124 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/126 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/3 www.bicepsafterbabies.com/72