Confidence Is a Skill—Not a Size: How to Build It at Any Weight
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01/27/25 • 14 min
Building True Confidence: Myths and Realities for Lasting Self-Trust
In this episode of the 'Muscles and Mindset Revolution,' host Anne Jones—certified life coach and fitness professional—discusses the misconceptions surrounding confidence. Anne debunks the myths that confidence is tied to body size or an inherent trait, instead emphasizing that confidence is a skill built through consistent practices and positive self-talk. She introduces actionable strategies for developing self-trust and highlights the importance of aligning actions with goals. Anne also announces the upcoming 'Loving Discipline Challenge,' designed to help participants build sustainable habits and routines. Tune in as Anne unpacks why 'fake it till you make it' is less effective than 'acting as if' and learn how to make lasting mindset shifts for true personal growth.
00:00 Welcome to the Muscles and Mindset Revolution
00:39 The Confidence Myth: It's Not About Size or Personality
01:17 Introducing the Loving Discipline Challenge
01:46 A Personal Story on Confidence
03:10 Debunking Confidence Myths
07:27 Building Confidence: Act As If
10:29 Positive Self-Talk and Reframing
14:02 Conclusion and Challenge Details
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Ready to build strength, feel confident AF, and lose fat without obsessing or stressing over it? [Apply to Join the Muscles & Mindset program here].
Connect With Me:
• Instagram: [@annejonesfit]
• Website: [https://www.annejonescoaching.ca/]
• YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@annejones]
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Building True Confidence: Myths and Realities for Lasting Self-Trust
In this episode of the 'Muscles and Mindset Revolution,' host Anne Jones—certified life coach and fitness professional—discusses the misconceptions surrounding confidence. Anne debunks the myths that confidence is tied to body size or an inherent trait, instead emphasizing that confidence is a skill built through consistent practices and positive self-talk. She introduces actionable strategies for developing self-trust and highlights the importance of aligning actions with goals. Anne also announces the upcoming 'Loving Discipline Challenge,' designed to help participants build sustainable habits and routines. Tune in as Anne unpacks why 'fake it till you make it' is less effective than 'acting as if' and learn how to make lasting mindset shifts for true personal growth.
00:00 Welcome to the Muscles and Mindset Revolution
00:39 The Confidence Myth: It's Not About Size or Personality
01:17 Introducing the Loving Discipline Challenge
01:46 A Personal Story on Confidence
03:10 Debunking Confidence Myths
07:27 Building Confidence: Act As If
10:29 Positive Self-Talk and Reframing
14:02 Conclusion and Challenge Details
• [FREE YOUR BODY YOUR WAY GUIDE]
• [Join our Free Facebook Community]
• [https://musclesandmindset.ca/]
Ready to build strength, feel confident AF, and lose fat without obsessing or stressing over it? [Apply to Join the Muscles & Mindset program here].
Connect With Me:
• Instagram: [@annejonesfit]
• Website: [https://www.annejonescoaching.ca/]
• YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@annejones]
Love This Episode? Share & Review!
If you found this episode helpful, take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram stories, tagging [@annejonesfit] so I can say thanks! Don’t forget to leave a review on your favourite podcast platform—it helps more women discover the show and start their transformation!
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From Burnout to Balance: How Working Smarter Transformed My Strength & Confidence
Breaking Free from Food Obsession: My Journey to Fitness & Mindset Transformation
Welcome to the Muscles & Mindset Revolution podcast, hosted by Anne Jones, a certified life coach and fitness professional with over 15 years of experience. This podcast is designed for busy, ambitious women looking to achieve stronger bodies, sustainable habits, and long-term fat loss.
In this episode, Anne shares her transformative journey from overtraining to achieving balanced fitness and lasting results. She discusses early misconceptions about intense workouts, the challenges she faced, and the pivotal role pregnancy played in shifting her approach to fitness. Listeners will learn actionable steps to avoid burnout, embrace recovery, and achieve sustainable progress.
Real-life client success stories highlight the importance of working smarter, not harder.
Lasting weight loss and fitness come from balance, consistency, and self-care.
00:36 My Early Fitness Journey
02:48 The Turning Point: Injury and Realization
05:08 Pregnancy and the Path to Balance
09:21 Client Success Story: Paddy's Transformation
11:51 Actionable Steps for Finding Balance
• [FREE YOUR BODY YOUR WAY GUIDE]
• [Join our Free Facebook Community]
• [https://musclesandmindset.ca/]
Ready to build strength, feel confident AF, and lose fat without obsessing or stressing over it? [Apply to Join the Muscles & Mindset program here].
Connect With Me:
• Instagram: [@annejonesfit]
• Website: [https://www.annejonescoaching.ca/]
• YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@annejones]
Love This Episode? Share & Review!
If you found this episode helpful, take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram stories, tagging [@annejonesfit] so I can say thanks! Don’t forget to leave a review on your favourite podcast platform—it helps more women discover the show and start their transformation!
• [FREE YOUR BODY YOUR WAY GUIDE]
• [Join our Free Facebook Community]
• [https://musclesandmindset.ca/]
Ready to build strength, feel confident AF, and lose fat without obsessing or stressing over it? [Apply to Join the Muscles & Mindset program here].
Connect With Me:
• Instagram: [@annejonesfit]
• Website: [https://www.annejonescoaching.ca/]
• YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@annejones]
Love This Episode? Share & Review!
If you found this episode helpful, take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram stories, tagging [@annejonesfit] so I can say thanks! Don’t forget to leave a review on your favourite podcast platform—it helps more women discover the show and start their transformation!
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Harsh Discipline vs. Loving Discipline: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
Redefining Discipline:
Embracing Loving Discipline for Sustainable Fitness Success
In this episode of the Muscles and Mindset Revolution podcast, host Anne Jones, a certified life coach and personal trainer, challenges the traditional notions of discipline and introduces the concept of 'loving discipline.' Anne discusses the importance of self-love, structure, and consistency over the fleeting nature of motivation to build sustainable habits. She emphasizes that discipline should be rooted in self-respect and flexibility, not harshness or punishment. Anne also announces a free five-day Loving Discipline Challenge starting February 10th, aimed at helping women create and maintain healthy habits.
Tune in to discover how loving discipline can transform your fitness journey and lead to long-term success.
00:00 Introduction to Muscles and Mindset Revolution
00:37 Redefining Discipline: Freedom, Not Punishment
01:40 Loving Discipline Challenge Announcement
02:03 The Misconception of Discipline in Fitness
02:54 Building Sustainable Habits
06:25 Embracing Imperfection for Long-term Success
07:35 Practical Tips for Habit Formation
11:57 Balancing Life and Fitness
14:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
• [FREE YOUR BODY YOUR WAY GUIDE]
• [Join our Free Facebook Community]
• [https://musclesandmindset.ca/]
Ready to build strength, feel confident AF, and lose fat without obsessing or stressing over it? [Apply to Join the Muscles & Mindset program here].
Connect With Me:
• Instagram: [@annejonesfit]
• Website: [https://www.annejonescoaching.ca/]
• YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@annejones]
Love This Episode? Share & Review!
If you found this episode helpful, take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram stories, tagging [@annejonesfit] so I can say thanks! Don’t forget to leave a review on your favourite podcast platform—it helps more women discover the show and start their transformation!
The Muscles & Mindset Revolution - Confidence Is a Skill—Not a Size: How to Build It at Any Weight
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Welcome to the muscles and mindset revolution. The podcast for busy, ambitious women who are tired of chasing quick fixes and are ready to finally achieve real lasting results. Strong bodies, sustainable habits, and longterm weight loss. I'm your host Anne Jones certified life coach and fitness professional for over 15 years here to help you break free from inconsistency, overwhelm, and burnout. Build strength, feel confident, AF, and lose weight without obsessing or
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