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The problem with diets like Optavia with Erin McDonald
Carbs & Coffee
01/17/23 • 59 min
In this episode we're joined with Erin McDonald owner of 8 Wellness Collective and we're discussing all things Optavia and crash diets.
Erin and Amanda met each other through our mutual business coach and nutrition certifications.
Erin is a firm believe in sustainable results, and is a certified nutrition, behavior change, and mindset coach.
We discuss:
- What is Optavia
- Lawsuits against these diets for unsupported claims
- The problem with extreme low calorie diets
- The studies done on Optavia
- The issues with organizations that certify their own coaches
- Is the goal solely weight loss? Or a healthy and toned body?
- Erin's experience with Optavia
- The problem with diets with a name, and any diet that claims you "don't have to workout."
- Why you should be weary of diets that are "physician/doctor supported."
- Four things you could do today to lose weight without crash dieting
Related links:
Find Erin here.
Join the Ambitious Women's Fitness Community here.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Amanda Cooper, owner of Ambitious Coaching helps busy women learn to take up space in the gym and lose weight without giving up the foods they love. We focus on evidence based practices so you can create sustainable, and lasting changes in your health and body.
Connect with me on Instagram here.
Want to submit a question to the podcast? You can do that here.
Every month I giveaway a Legion product (protein, pre-workout, bars, or your choice!) for one person that leaves a 5 star rating and review on apple podcasts here.
The secrets to sustainable fat loss
Carbs & Coffee
01/10/23 • 32 min
We want you to be able to walk away with actionable steps that you can start implementing today if your goal is fat loss from this episode.
We cover the 3 main drivers of fat loss - nutrition, exercise, and biofeedback.
Nutrition is going to be #1, because you have to be in a calorie deficit to lose weight. Meaning you have to eat less calories than you burn.
Eating adequate protein.
Not dieting all the time.
Then biofeedback - my clients fill out a weekly questionnaire that dives into how they’re feeling. How is there sleep, energy, stress, libido - all of these things are health markers you should pay attention to.
Are you getting enough sleep?
Are you an adrenaline junkie running on high intensity exercise, high stress, and caffeine?
Are you managing your stress? We don’t say this lightly, but this should probably be the highest priority. Chronic stress has been linked to many diseases. You need to deal with the stuff in your head.
Stress is not necessarily a bad thing - and we could do a whole podcast on stress, but you have to play the balancing game with stress.
Then, training and exercise. You can just diet, but you’ll likely lose some muscle mass and you won’t get the body you are actually after.
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Where I got started
Carbs & Coffee
01/03/23 • 27 min
In this episode Amanda dives into her background in health and fitness, and WHY she got started coaching.
She shares her experience with eating disorders through middle school and high school.
She dives into how she got into this field after working for a chiropractic clinic/gym hybrid, and what ultimately launched her career after choosing the "fastest route" out of college.
Amanda now owns Ambitious Coaching, and works with busy women online and in-person and helps them lose weight without giving up the foods they love. She saw a gap in the industry for personalized fitness and nutrition and has overcome her own mindset barriers to bridge that gap.
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Let's connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambitiouscoaching/
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/busywomensfatlosssecrets/
Website: https://www.ambitiouscoaching.com/
The best time to create new habits
Carbs & Coffee
02/14/23 • 20 min
In this episode Amanda dives into the best time to create new habits, breaking habits that don't support your goals, and how to create new habits.
We discuss:
- What is a habit?
- The steps that have to happen to execute a habit
- How to change a habit
- How break a habit
- How to create new habits
- The best time to create new habits
Join the Ambitious Women's Fitness Community here.
This is where you can find all of our guides and resources.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Amanda Cooper, owner of Ambitious Coaching helps busy women learn to take up space in the gym and lose weight without giving up the foods they love. We focus on evidence based practices so you can create sustainable, and lasting changes in your health and body.
Connect with me on Instagram here.
Want to submit a question to the podcast? You can do that here.
Every month I giveaway a Legion product (protein, pre-workout, bars, or your choice!) for one person that leaves a 5 star rating and review on apple podcasts here.
Self-control, over-eating, and stress.
Carbs & Coffee
02/21/23 • 36 min
In this episode Amanda dives in to the correlation between stress, self-control, and over-eating.
She covers:
- How stress influences self-control
- How to improve your "control" around foods
- Some steps that may help combat over-eating
If you feel like you lack control around food - this episode is for you!
Join the Ambitious Women's Fitness Community here.
This is where you can find all of our guides and resources.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Amanda Cooper, owner of Ambitious Coaching helps busy women learn to take up space in the gym and lose weight without giving up the foods they love. We focus on evidence based practices so you can create sustainable, and lasting changes in your health and body.
Connect with me on Instagram here.
Want to submit a question to the podcast? You can do that here.
Every month I giveaway a Legion product (protein, pre-workout, bars, or your choice!) for one person that leaves a 5 star rating and review on apple podcasts here.
The journey of eating more food, losing weight, dropping inches, and lifting heavy with Shannon C
Carbs & Coffee
03/28/23 • 35 min
In Carbs & Coffee| Strength & Nutrition Podcast, we are excited to begin teaching women how to take up space in the gym and understand health and fitness with evidence-based practices. Your host, Amanda Cooper, is the owner of Ambitious Coaching, where we help do-it-all women fall in love with fitness without guilt or restriction.
In this first episode, your host is joined by Shannon Cronin, a client of Ambitious Coaching, who shares how it helps her with her struggles with a crash diet. They also talk about how community support, a focusing mindset, and the value of accountability and responsibility has been the key to positive progress.
Tune in now and stay updated!
Highlights:
(01:46)Shannon's Background and Weight Loss Struggles
(05:24)How Shannon’s Struggles Lead to Reach Help
(07:17)Things Shannon Wants to Accomplish
(10:12)How the Community Help Shannon Achieve her Goals
(11:38)Self-awareness: Breaking Down Mental Barriers
(15:33) Reassessing Shannon’s Macro and Setting Goals
(17:21)Reverse Diet and Weight Loss
(21:01)How does Her Value of Accountability & Responsibility help in her Diet Progress
(23:44)The Impact of the Community in Shannon’s Recovery
(27:39) Advantages of Working with and without an in-person Coach
Host Links:
Website:https://www.ambitiouscoaching.com/
Email:[email protected]
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiouscoaching/?hl=en
04/10/23 • 47 min
Have you ever tried exercising without eating first? It may seem like a good idea, but it's usually not the best approach for your fitness journey. Many people make this mistake, and it can have a negative effect on both your health and progress. So, what's the best way to get the most out of your workouts?
In this episode of Carbs & Coffee| Strength & Nutrition Podcast, host Amanda interviews Cam Brown, CEO of Integrity Nutrition Coaching, which is based in Charleston, South Carolina. She is a former group fitness coach and has a passion for females, fueling their bodies and ditching the diet mindset. Cam is a certified hormone and thyroid specialist. She is also a former college athlete, personal trainer, and programmer. She loves helping women eat the food, lift weights, and get results.
Tune in to learn from Cam's personal experience and gain valuable insights into proper nutrition and fitness! Get the facts you need to take your health to the next level and make informed decisions about your diet and exercise habits.
Highlights:
(00:53)Cam’s Health and Fitness Journey
(06:26)Importance of Resistance Training for Women
(14:07)Ideal Program Frequency For Mobility and Strength
(23:35)Psychology and Mindset Behind Muscle Building
(24:55)How does Calorie Cycling Affect Hormones?
(27:08)Importance of Eating Before Workout
(34:08)Misconceptions About Eating Carbohydrates
( 37:37)Newbie Gains in Building Muscle While Dieting
(42:20)The Truth About Instagram Fitness Model
(47:38)The Power of Muscle Mass and Not Chronically Dieting
Host Links:
Website:https://www.ambitiouscoaching.com/
Email:[email protected]
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiouscoaching/?hl=en
Links:
Website:https://integritynutritioncoaching.com/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/camren-brown
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/camb904/
04/18/23 • 23 min
Are you constantly struggling to see progress in your health and fitness journey? Do you feel like you're doing everything right, yet still not achieving the results you want? If so, you're not alone. Many people face roadblocks along their path to better health and fitness.
That's why in this episode of Carbs & Coffee| Strength & Nutrition Podcast, host Amanda dives into the eight common behaviors that may be holding you back from reaching your goals. By identifying these behaviors and learning how to overcome them, Amanda hopes to help listeners break through their barriers and achieve the success they deserve.
Tune in to this insightful episode and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.
Highlights:
(02:16) Behavior # 1: Living off of low calories
(05:22)Behavior # 2: Perfectionism
(06:26)Behavior # 3: Surviving on Little Sleep
(09:42)Behavior # 4: Skipping Rest Periods
(12:18)Behavior # 5: Skipping Meals and Surviving on Caffeine
(16:01) Behavior # 6: Equating Soreness and Sweat with Progress
(17:48)Behavior # 7: Worrying About Calories Burned
(19:27)Behavior # 8: Busyness
Host Links:
Website:https://www.ambitiouscoaching.com/
Email:[email protected]
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiouscoaching/?hl=en
Effective Ways to Manage Food Cravings
Carbs & Coffee
05/02/23 • 21 min
Do you struggle with managing your food cravings? Do you feel like your cravings are holding you back from reaching your health and fitness goals? You're not alone. Many people deal with this challenge on a daily basis.
In the latest episode of the Carbs & Coffee| Strength & Nutrition Podcast, host Amanda tackles the topic of managing food cravings and shares helpful tips to take control of your cravings and achieve a healthier lifestyle. Whether you're looking to lose weight, improve your overall health, or simply gain a better understanding of your cravings, this episode is a must-listen.
So grab a cup of coffee and tune in to learn how to conquer your cravings once and for all!
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Amanda Cooper, owner of Ambitious Coaching helps busy women learn to take up space in the gym and lose weight without giving up the foods they love. We focus on evidence based practices so you can create sustainable, and lasting changes in your health and body.
Apply to work with us here.
Highlights:
(02:58)The Importance of Eating Enough Food Throughout the Day
(05:51)Importance of Eating Enough Protein for Health and Fitness
(07:15)How Poor Sleep Quality & Quantity Can Influence Hunger Hormones
(08:32)Stress and Overeating
(10:22)Include Small Amounts of Your Favorite Foods in Your Daily Diet
(13:25)Managing Trigger Foods and Diet Breaks for a Healthy Relationship With Food
(14:53)Urge Surfing
(17:15)Know Your Craving Patterns
Host Links:
Website:https://www.ambitiouscoaching.com/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/amandacoopercpt
Email:[email protected]
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiouscoaching/?hl=en
The Repeat Dieter
Carbs & Coffee
05/23/23 • 38 min
Welcome to another episode of the Carbs & Coffee| Strength & Nutrition Podcast with your host, Amanda. In this episode, Amanda dives into a topic that many of us struggle with - repeat dieting.
We all know the feeling of being stuck in a cycle of starting a new diet, losing some weight, and then falling off the bandwagon only to start all over again. But is this approach actually effective in achieving long-term health and fitness goals?
Stay tuned as Amanda provides insights and tips on how to break the cycle and achieve sustainable lifestyle changes for lasting success.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Amanda Cooper, the owner of Ambitious Coaching, helps busy women learn to take up space in the gym and lose weight without giving up the foods they love. We focus on evidence-based practices so you can create sustainable and lasting changes in your health and body.
Apply to work with us here.
Join the Ambitious Women's Fitness Community here.
This is where you can find all of our guides and resources.
Connect with me on Instagram here.
Ask me anything here.
Highlights:
(09:19) Dieting and Restrictive Eating
(13:00) Long-term weight maintenance
(16:58) Identity shift and long-term goals
(20:48) Finding a workout schedule.
(25:23) Simplifying Health and Fitness
(32:24) Why should you Drink enough water?
(37:18) Living a healthier lifestyle.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Carbs & Coffee have?
Carbs & Coffee currently has 36 episodes available.
What topics does Carbs & Coffee cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Exercise, Nutrition, Dieting, Lifestyle, Strength Training, Fitness, Podcasts and Health.
What is the most popular episode on Carbs & Coffee?
The episode title 'How to set yourself up for successful fat loss' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Carbs & Coffee?
The average episode length on Carbs & Coffee is 30 minutes.
How often are episodes of Carbs & Coffee released?
Episodes of Carbs & Coffee are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Carbs & Coffee?
The first episode of Carbs & Coffee was released on Dec 30, 2022.
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