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Make Peace with Food Minisode: How To Lose Weight Without Cutting Carbs?

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09/19/24 • 21 min

In this minisode, Sherry Shaban delves into the transformative concept of achieving weight loss without eliminating carbohydrates. Sherry shares her extensive journey in the health and fitness industry, debunking the popular myth that carbs are detrimental to weight loss. She explains how an obsession with cutting out carbs and other food groups can lead to unhealthy eating behaviors and long-term weight gain due to the buildup of a reward system in the brain.

Sherry elaborates on the harmful effects of restrictive diets, such as the keto diet, which can sabotage both physical and mental well-being. She introduces listeners to the importance of transitioning from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset regarding food. By learning to reconnect with the body's natural cues and shifting the nervous system from protection mode to safety mode, individuals can enjoy their favorite foods like carbs while achieving their fitness goals. Sherry also touches on the significance of building an intuitive eating habit, highlighting her personal rituals and success stories from her clients to emphasize the practical implementation of her advice.

Key Takeaways:

Carbohydrates are a crucial energy resource and should not be entirely excluded from a diet aimed at weight loss.
Restrictive diets can cause an unhealthy fixation on forbidden foods, leading to binge eating and long-term weight gain.
Shifting from a scarcity to an abundance mindset helps restore a healthy relationship with food and mitigates binge eating tendencies.
Achieving an intuitive eating habit requires moving from the brain's protection mode to a safety mode, aligning with the body’s natural hunger cues.
A balanced approach to eating, including enjoying pleasure foods in moderation, can lead to sustainable health and fitness results without the stress of constant dieting.

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Embrace Today: How to Overcome Scarcity Mindset with Your Belongings with Gillian Dunn

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12/09/24 • 39 min

"The world tells you what you need to buy and started to tell you what you need to declutter, but no one tells you how to use your things, how to enjoy your life." - Gillian Dunn

In today’s Fall In Love with Fitness Podcast episode, Join me and guest Gillian Dunn as we discuss the transformative power of using and appreciating everyday items. Inspired by Gillian’s popular TED Talk, we explore the emotional barriers and societal mindsets that prevent us from enjoying our possessions.

By shifting from scarcity to abundance, we reveal how using cherished items can enhance our lives, boost self-worth, and promote mindfulness. Jillian shares practical strategies for overcoming these barriers and invites listeners to embrace life's moments through everyday luxury.

Discover how small changes in mindset can lead to broader transformations in life.

Topics Covered

0:03 Embrace Abundance by Using Your Treasured Items Today

4:39 Embracing Abundance and Using What You Have Now

10:23 Embracing Worthiness by Using and Appreciating What You Have

15:11 Shifting Mindsets: From Scarcity to Abundance in Life

19:10 Embracing Worthiness and Letting Go of Material Attachments

21:29 Categorizing Belongings Into Workhorses, Show Ponies, and Out to Pasture

23:33 Strategies for Using and Enjoying Your Special Items

26:45 Transforming Unused Items Into Everyday Essentials

31:24 Embrace Your Nice Things and Use Them

Key Takeaways:

Embrace Abundance: Using personal belongings daily rather than saving them for special occasions can enhance life quality and satisfaction.
Scarcity Mindset Origins: Societal conditioning and generational beliefs support a scarcity mindset; Jillian encourages listeners to question and break these patterns.
Practical Strategies: Suggestions include categorizing items, removing barriers to usage, and having mantras to remind oneself to use and enjoy what one owns.
Mindfulness in Action: Applying present-moment mindfulness and self-worth can shift us from a scarcity to an abundance mentality, affecting various areas of life, including diet and health.

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This retreat is designed to reset your nervous system, so you stop the patterns of self-sabotage and overwhelm. Reignite your motivation, release any addictive habits and open yourself to the health, relationships and financial abundance you deserve.

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Busting Diet Myths: Why There's No One-Size-Fits-All in Nutrition with Sherry Shaban

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07/08/24 • 65 min

In this episode of the Wits and Weights podcast, Sherry Shaban, an extraordinary fitness and life coach specializing in overcoming adversity and promoting holistic wellness. Sherry shares her incredible journey from a life-altering accident to a renowned figure in the fitness world. The conversation delves into weight loss, dieting myths, the role of mindset in transformation, and the concept of intuitive eating. Sherry stresses the importance of finding what truly works for each individual, shedding light on the psychological barriers like self-sabotage that can impede progress. The discussion provides actionable insights for listeners striving to optimize their performance and embrace a healthier lifestyle.

Throughout the episode, Sherry unpacks the distinction between achieving short-term results and undergoing a profound transformation. She explains how adopting the mindset of an athlete can catalyze lasting and meaningful changes. Sherry also emphasizes that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to eating and that tuning into one’s unique needs is crucial. The role of the nervous system in weight loss and the importance of transitioning from a calorie deficit to lifestyle alignment are key points highlighted. This episode is a trove of wisdom for anyone ready to break free from diet culture and transform their approach to fitness and health.

“When we focus on food that makes us feel good and exercise that makes us feel good, the body follows as a side effect." - Sherry Shaban

Topics Covered:

0:00 - Transforming Health and Fitness Through an Anti-Diet Approach

3:18 - Transforming Adversity Into Strength and Relatability

14:10 - Transformation Versus Results in Personal Growth

21:28 - The Psychological Impact of Restrictive Dieting

25:45 - The Confusion and Myths Surrounding Diet Culture

32:23 - Steps to Becoming an Intuitive Eater

33:49 - Understanding Real Food Versus Food-Like Substances

36:24 - Balancing Indulgence and Health Through Intuitive Eating

38:46 - Differentiating Emotional Hunger from Physical Hunger

43:39 - Aligning Values and Lifestyle for Sustainable Fitness

49:21 - Achieving Weight Loss Through Nervous System Balance and Habit Stacking

57:17 - The Importance of Spirituality in Personal Transformation

59:44 - Deep Conversations on Spirituality and Future Collaborations

Key Takeaways:

Understand the difference between short-term results and lasting transformation, and how mindset plays a critical role.
Learn about the detrimental effects of restrictive dieting and the benefits of an intuitive eating approach tailored to individual needs.
Discover how the body’s nervous system impacts weight loss and the necessity of moving from protection mode to safety mode.
Gather insights into overcoming emotional eating by developing awareness and managing stress effectively.

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Brain Over Binge: Overcoming Unwanted Eating with an Athletic Mindset

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07/01/24 • 35 min

In this episode of the Brain Over Binge podcast, host Kathryn Hansen engages in an insightful conversation with fitness expert Sherry Shaban.

Sherry’s journey from a child athlete to a fitness coach and beyond includes overcoming significant physical and mental challenges.

They explore the powerful concept of an athlete’s mindset, which emphasises self-love and performance over perfection and appearance.

Kathryn and Sherry delve into the relationship between diet culture, binge eating, and fitness, underscoring the importance of creating sustainable, enjoyable habits.

Sherry shares her personal experiences with binge eating and the negative impacts of diet culture. She discusses how she overcame these challenges by developing a healthier mindset, focusing on self-acceptance, and making gradual, positive changes.

This episode is perfect for you if you want to learn the benefits of an intuitive and performance-oriented approach to fitness and nutrition!

"Fitness is possible for everyone, and it's just a matter of working with our body, listening to our body, and then finding a way where exercise and nutrition work for us." - Sherry Shaban

Topics Covered:

0:00 - Harnessing an Athlete's Mindset to Overcome Binge Eating

2:09 - Overcoming Injury to Reclaim Athletic Identity

6:12 - Shifting From Diet Culture to an Athletic Mindset

11:45 - Building Sustainable Habits and an Athletic Mindset

21:31 - Harnessing Self Love and Patience to Overcome Binge Eating

30:19 - Overcoming Binge Eating with Brain Over Binge Resources

Key Takeaways:

Why overcoming diet culture involves letting go of rigid food rules and embracing self-compassion.
How consistency is more important than intensity
Importance of focusing on performance and feeling good rather than just physical appearance.
How being curious and flexible about fitness and nutrition helps overcome obstacles and achieve health goals.

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The Secret to Effortless Weight Loss: Changing Your Relationship with Food with Sherry Shaban

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07/29/24 • 27 min

In today’s episode, I am joined by an extraordinary fitness and life coach, Sherry Shaban, to dive head-first into how you can embrace the transformative pause in your health and nutrition.

Sherry is an extraordinary fitness and life coach, osteopath, and anti-diet health advocate from Montreal, Quebec. She is the founder of the "Fall in Love with Fitness" podcast, the HIIT Decks app, and the Make Peace with FoodTM️ program.

Our autonomic nervous system significantly affects our mental and physical well-being. These two are deeply interconnected; thus, it's important to examine ourselves to see if we're in safety or protection mode. Recognizing these triggers allows us to influence our environment and apply various tools and exercises to recalibrate our nervous system effectively.

To shift your unhealthy habits to positive ones, I urge you to pause and seek out a supportive community and an accountability partner while cultivating an attitude of gratitude.

Tune in to this episode of The Power In The Pause: Embracing the Transformative Pause in Health and Nutrition With Sherry Shaban.

"Food is not just this process where we're trying to get as full as quickly as possible, it could be a holistic experience if we create space for it." - Sherry Shaban

Topics Covered:

0:01 - Transformative Power of Self-Love in Health and Fitness

4:24 - Understanding the Nervous System's Impact on Health and Diet

8:02 - The importance of taking a pause

9:16 - Practicing Mindful Eating to Enhance Health and Well-Being

10:47 - The attitude of gratitude

11:38 - Breaking Cycles of Self-Sabotage with Non-Judgmental Observation

12:47 - The need to understand what you’re trying to heal

15:34 - Harnessing Collective Energy for Health and Nutrition Success

19:41 - The Power of Love and Gratitude in Transforming Lives

Key Takeaways:

The Power of Self-Love and Gratitude: Transitioning from self-criticism to self-love can significantly improve our health outcomes.
Mindful Eating: Engaging all senses and practising gratitude during meal times creates a holistic experience, enhancing satiety and satisfaction.
The Role of the Autonomic Nervous System: Understanding how thoughts and emotions influence the nervous system can help manage weight and overall well-being.
Non-Judgmental Observation: Observing habits without judgment is key to breaking cycles of binge eating and self-sabotage.
Support Systems: Having a supportive community or accountability partner can greatly enhance one's commitment to health and wellness goal

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Rediscovering the Art of Being Human: Embracing Nature and Technology with Jennifer Walsh

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07/22/24 • 36 min

In this episode, host Sherry Shaban and Jennifer Walsh discuss the profound impact of reconnecting with nature on our mental and physical health. Jennifer, who has over two decades of experience in the beauty industry, shares her journey from Merrill Lynch to becoming a pioneer in biophilic design and an advocate for the power of nature.

Jennifer explains how her revolutionary approach to integrating nature into her beauty stores was met with skepticism but ultimately proved to be ahead of its time. She emphasizes the significant benefits of spending time outdoors and how simple actions like listening to birdsong or walking around pine trees can boost our health by activating natural killer cells in our bodies. The discussion delves into how modern life has shifted us indoors and away from these natural benefits, making us more reliant on medication to manage symptoms that nature can help alleviate.

Jennifer also touches on her innovative project, "The Lost Art of Being Human," which aims to bridge the gap between our rapidly advancing technological world and the timeless benefits of nature. She underscores the importance of maintaining a balance between using tools like AI for efficiency and stepping outdoors to replenish our senses and mental health.

Listen to the full episode for an enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between nature and modern living

"Our superpower is our intuition, and we can't have intuition if we keep having our earbuds and our ears listening to the external world." - Jennifer Walsh

Topics Covered:

0:02 - Jennifer Walsh's Journey from Beauty Industry to Nature Advocacy

5:17 - Living Simply in a 150-Year-Old Tent Community

7:19 - Balancing AI and Nature for Better Mental Health

12:44 - Reconnecting with Nature for Holistic Well-Being

22:27 - Rediscovering Humanity in the Age of AI and Social Media

Key Takeaways

Exploring the benefits of integrating natural elements into daily life for improved mental and physical well-being.
The profound effect of nature sounds on our overall health, emphasizing small changes like listening to birdsong.
How to balance modern technological advancements with our innate need for a connection to nature.

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Return To Authenticity: How To Become Unstoppable

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06/24/24 • 85 min

In the "Return to Authenticity" podcast episode, host Eric Sardina talks with Sherry Shaban, a fitness and life coach with a compelling personal story of resilience and transformation. The conversation covers Sherry's journey from a near-paralyzing car accident at age 16 to becoming a successful gym owner and coach. Her battle with physical limitations and self-doubt provides a rich backdrop for insights into overcoming trauma and embracing authenticity.

Sherry’s story highlights the critical role of mindset in overcoming physical and mental challenges. Listeners gain valuable insights into Sherry's athletic and coaching philosophies, nutrition, intermittent fasting, and the importance of developing a healthy relationship with food. Her discussion touches upon how she directs the M1 Mastermind’s fitness program and emphasizes.

Her focus on regaining her strength and fitness leads Sherry to eventually open a CrossFit gym, where she battles imposter syndrome and the victim mentality, questioning how she can lead athletes when her health prevented her from doing many of the exercises and leading her athletes physically.

Sherry reaches a turning point when she learns to let go of self-limiting beliefs and writes an entirely new chapter of her life thriving and growing while helping others overcome their own life challenges.

“Intermittent fasting is not a diet. It's an eating pattern where you allow your body to rest at certain times." - Sherry Shaban

Topics Covered:

0:00 - Overcoming Trauma and Self-Doubt to Achieve Authenticity

4:23 - Discussing Climate Change and Weather Patterns in Montreal and Texas

6:04 - A Worldly Upbringing and Life-Changing Car Accident

15:28 - Overcoming Adversity: From Injury to Fitness Transformation

19:16 - The Impact and Aftermath of a Severe Car Accident

21:08 - Overcoming a Back Injury and the Journey Back to Fitness

26:04 - Rediscovering Identity After Life-Altering Events

31:44 - The Evolution of CrossFit and Its Community Impact

39:56 - Overcoming Physical and Mental Barriers Through Fitness and Mindset

44:28 - Embracing Challenges to Transform Your Life Story

48:46 - The Power of Mind and Body in Overcoming Physical Challenges

54:27 - How a Mastermind Group Transformed Sherry Shaban's Life

57:08 - Embracing Anti-Diet Philosophy and Intuitive Eating

1:03:36 - The Benefits and Experiences of Sleeping with Mouth Tape

1:06:18 - The Benefits and Science Behind Intermittent and Long Fasting

1:11:32 - Intuitive Eating and the Benefits of Intermittent Fasting

1:16:20 - The Benefits and Mental Challenge of Cold Plunging

1:19:40 - Sherry Shaban's Journey to Empowerment Through Fitness and Food

Key Takeaways:

How a critical mindset turns traumatic experiences into opportunities for growth
Why is it important to listen to your body rather than following restrictive diets, promoting balance and whole food nutrition
What are the health benefits of intermittent fasting
How fitness played a pivotal role in recovery

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Unlocking True Health: Beyond Diet and Exercise with Udo Erasmus

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06/17/24 • 51 min

In this episode of Fall in Love with Fitness, host Sherry Shaban welcomes Udo Erasmus, known for his profound insights into holistic health, Udo shares his incredible life story, from being a child of war to achieving an epiphany that shifted his life’s purpose. This episode challenges the conventional understanding of health and delves into the idea that true wellness goes beyond just diet and exercise. Udo’s journey from academic pursuits in bioscience, psychology, and conventional medicine to his experiential realization about life energy and self-love forms the crux of this enlightening discussion.

Throughout the conversation, Udo emphasizes that the pathway to health is not merely about fitness routines or dietary choices but involves a deeper connection with our inner selves. His life-changing encounter with a being of light and subsequent realization that "I am come not to judge, but to love" becomes the foundation of his philosophy. He shares his eight-step process for holistic health, encompassing elements of human nature, emotional well-being, and harmony with nature. Udo also discusses how listeners can reconnect with their core essence and achieve true health through practices of self-awareness and love.

This episode is perfect for you if you want to learn more deeply about holistic health, life energy, and the significance of inner peace!

"Our pathway to health is not just through fitness and diet... It's about a deeper connection with our inner selves.” - Udo Erasmus

Topics Covered:

0:02 - Rethinking Health Beyond Fitness and Diet Culture

1:05 - A War Baby's Journey Through Refugee Hardships and Family Separation

3:53 - A Journey Through Science, Medicine, and Self-Discovery

7:01 - The Essence of Spiritual Masters and Human Nature

11:16 - Solar Energy as the Essence of Life and Healing

15:07 - Choosing Love Over Judgment to Overcome Trauma

17:01 - The Journey from Womb Bliss to Worldly Challenges

19:29 - Heartache as a Guide to Reconnect with Inner Wholeness

23:40 - Embracing Stillness and Finding Peace in Boredom

26:05 - Healing Through Inner Joy and Infinite Love Energy

30:16 - Changing Bad Habits by Embracing Natural Eating

31:46 - Discovering Inner Peace and Love Through Self-Reflection

36:00 - Exploring Inner Peace and Unconditional Love for Holistic Health

39:25 - Survival Smarts: Skills for Anticipating Environmental Problems

40:56 - The Eight Components of Health and Inner Peace

47:25 - Udo Erasmus Discusses Health Products and Online Presence

Key Takeaways:

How true health transcends physical fitness and diet
Why heartache is a natural call to return to our essence and reconnect with self-love
What are the eight-step process for holistic health
How to achieve balance between the inner and outer worlds
Practical tips for connecting with one’s inner peace include stillness practice and mindful self-awareness

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Make Peace with Food Minisode: Mastering Insulin: Balancing Energy Storage and Fat Release

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11/14/24 • 15 min

Join me as I delve into the vital roles of insulin in metabolism, emphasizing its function in energy storage and fat suppression. Let’s explore how lifestyle choices influence insulin levels and fat storage, including meal frequency, food composition, and timing. Discover strategies to manage insulin release through whole foods, avoiding artificial sweeteners, and optimizing activity around your natural circadian rhythm. This episode offers practical insights into balancing nutrition and exercise to improve metabolic health and achieve sustainable fat management.

Key Takeaways

Insulin’s Dual Role: Insulin not only promotes energy storage but also suppresses fat release. Efficient management of insulin release can balance these processes.
Impact of Eating Habits: Consuming complex carbohydrates and reducing meal frequency can lead to better insulin management by reducing constant insulin stimulation.
Nutrient-Dense Meals: Focusing on meals that are nutrient-rich rather than calorie-dense helps in maintaining satiety and proper energy metabolism.
Timing and Patterns: Aligning eating patterns with natural circadian rhythms helps in optimizing insulin sensitivity, especially by avoiding late-night snacking.
Alternative Exercise Benefits: Engaging in non-purp

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