Here's a question I get asked a lot: "I have kids, and I have a husband, and it's important for us to be able to eat together... How do I fit macro counting in with that?" Elizabeth De Groot is here to share some tangible takeaways of suggestions of how she makes it work with her husband and kids. She also discusses the transition from counting macros towards maintaining, and then moving away from tracking altogether. So, let's get into today's episode. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/8...
May 12, 2020•37 min
Today's episode is one that I think we should talk about more-- how menopause changes things like training, diet, and nutrition. The more we talk and share about these things openly, especially as women, and the more knowledge we have, the more we can be prepared to deal with it when it happens. So, let's dive into today's episode. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/84 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. Join my FREE 3-Part Live Series, The Diet Re...
May 05, 2020•36 min
In today’s episode, I’m diving into something a little different – I'm sharing more about the business side of Biceps After Babies.I wanted to bring our team on the podcast, let them introduce themselves, and pull back the curtain to let you see what Team Biceps After Babies is made of. I can't wait for you to take a listen! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/83 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. Join my FREE 3-Part Live Series, The Diet Rebellion...
Apr 28, 2020•33 min
Today with Niki, we talk about boredom, and she identifies that she was experiencing some eating due to boredom. We talked through what boredom specifically looked like for her, but what she teaches can be related to any other negative emotion you’re feeling now or in the future. Niki is able to break it down into such simple, yet actionable steps. So, let's dive into today's episode, as you’ll be able to take all the lessons and start using them in your own life to break out of the cycles and h...
Apr 21, 2020•53 min
Today with Niki, we talk about boredom, and she identifies that boredom was affecting her eating habits. While we talk about what boredom looked like specifically for Niki, what she shares can be related to any negative emotion that impacts your eating, health, and fitness. As you listen to today’s episode, you’ll be able to use the lessons learned and apply them in your own life, to break out of the cycles and habits you may have built off negative emotions. So, let’s dive into today's episode....
Apr 14, 2020•31 min
For the past few weeks, I have been hopping on Instagram for “Free Coaching Fridays”, where I coach a follower through a question they have, just as if they were a client of mine. I love doing Free Coaching Fridays! And today I wanted to share this past week’s coaching with Sara. I know so many of us can relate to Sara and the position she is in as we are all adapting to this new normal of living. So, let's dive in! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/80 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop follow...
Mar 31, 2020•30 min
This week I have another timely episode for you with our crazy lives that we’ve transitioned to with the CoronaVirus. Last week I chatted about how we can maximize our at-home workout plan, and this week I want to talk about the other side of that coin – nutrition. Our lives are changing, which means our goals and normal ways of how we fuel ourselves may be affected as well. I have four different topics to address today about how we can adjust our macros and mindset to come out even better than ...
Mar 24, 2020•38 min
The past week has been such a crazy, crazy week. (Recorded March 16th, 2020.) There are so many open-ended parts of our lives right now that finding a health and fitness balance amongst the chaos may or may not be on your radar. Today I chat about how we can align our goals during the uncertainty, specifically continuing our exercise regimen at home. Head to the show notes for the free at-home workout guide. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/78 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diet...
Mar 17, 2020•42 min
On today's episode, I have Annie Papas on the podcast. She has an experience that some of you might be able to relate to: pelvic floor prolapse and diastasis recti. Annie and I talk in the interview about how there's such a stigma and a shame associated around pelvic floor issues that aren't really talked about. And I think the more that we can share stories like Annie's, the more we can help more women to be able to get the help that they need so that they don't have to deal with issues that ha...
Mar 10, 2020•41 min
Today we're discussing a topic that I get a lot of questions about – your cycles of weight loss. Specifically, cutting and how long you should be in a caloric deficit. The recommendations and advice I have are counterintuitive to a lot of people, especially if you're coming from a history of dieting in the past and a history of always trying to lose weight. We're going to have some mind-blowing thoughts and mindset shifts for some of you! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/76 Follow me on ...
Mar 03, 2020•29 min
Today we're going to talk all about self-sabotage. If you're somebody who self-sabotages, you're not alone. It's something that is so, so common. My guest today is Rebecca Muderick and we talk all about: what is self-sabotage, how to know when you're experiencing it, real life example, and what you can do about it. The great news is that it can get better, you don't have to fight self-sabotage for the rest of your life. Rebecca does a really good job of breaking that down for us and giving us so...
Feb 25, 2020•51 min
Today we're going to have a little chat. I'll be sharing how macro counting can be used and viewed as a diet, but how it doesn't have to be that way. I love macro counting because it's so versatile and can be adjusted to fit into your lifestyle, not the other way around. Listen in today as I share 3 steps to make sure macro counting isn’t “just another diet” and how to actually fit it into your life as a sustainable way to maintain your weight. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/74 Follow ...
Feb 18, 2020•40 min
Today's episode is a little different. This is actually a replay of another podcast that I was a guest on-- the Key Nutrition podcast, where Brad Jensen and Michelle Raines interviewed me and asked some really great questions. I felt like it was such a good episode that I wanted to make sure I shared it with you! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/73 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. Join my FREE 3-Part Live Series, The Diet Rebellion, to learn h...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Today I'm interviewing Heather Robertson about losing half her body weight, and she has an amazing story! Heather lost 170 pounds. And more importantly, she's maintained that loss for eight years now. I hope that you'll be able to listen and apply all of Heather’s great insight about losing half your body weight to your own fitness journey (especially if you are currently feeling some of those feelings of restriction and resentment). Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/72 Follow me on Insta...
Feb 04, 2020•51 min
Today we're going to talk about four weight loss mistakes that you're probably making in your fitness journey (and no judgment here). As I go through these, I want you to do a little bit of self-reflection and see if any of these currently apply to you. As we can go through this process and actually transform from the inside out, that is how we have lasting, long-term results. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/71 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you...
Jan 28, 2020•27 min
Today I have two special guests for you! A lot of my clients come to me for weight loss. They want to lose weight and what happens in the process of getting to that weight loss is often a big mental transformation. And both Megan and Erin speak to that mental transformation that has occurred for them and I'm super excited for them to be able to share their stories with you! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/70 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. J...
Jan 21, 2020•45 min
Have you ever wondered why I do what I do? What gets me out of bed in the morning? Here’s my main drive: I believe SO strongly that when women feel empowered it changes not only them, but it changes their family. As Team Biceps After Babies, we have a 10-year goal to have 1,000 transformations. Today I am sharing with you five women who have transformed far more than their bodies–they've changed their family tree! And what you'll notice with each of them is that it started with a goal and it mor...
Jan 14, 2020•43 min
One of the things that I've noticed when coaching clients is that some clients are really successful and some clients aren't. It's been my mission and goal to understand why. Today I’m sharing with you five secrets to successful weight loss! These are the things that I have seen in my clients who are successful. If you are on some sort of fitness journey yourself, all five things you can imply to your journey right now! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/68 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop fo...
Jan 07, 2020•39 min
When you set a goal and decide to work for something, there is a part of you that believes you will accomplish it, or else you wouldn’t be setting the goal in the first place! Now, oftentimes, there is also a part of you that believes you cannot achieve it. And this is the part of you that we have to work on and we have to shift, because that little part of you that doesn't believe it's possible will create that self-fulfilling prophecy. In today’s episode, I’m here to help you walk through ways...
Dec 31, 2019•30 min
Eating disorders are a topic we don't talk a lot about in the fitness industry, and I think we should. Today we have Becky Freestone sharing her story of recovery from anorexia and orthorexia. She lets us in on what her eating disorders looked like in her life and how she has created a life of recovery. Becky has an inspiring story that I feel anyone can benefit from. Whether you are struggling with an eating disorder yourself or know someone who is, this conversation with Becky is a must-listen...
Dec 24, 2019•47 min
About a month ago, I ate plant-based foods for two weeks. I’ve had SO many people tell me that they can’t count macros because they eat a plant-based diet. What better way to find out than to try counting macros on a plant-based diet myself? So I did! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/65 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. Join my FREE 3-Part Live Series, The Diet Rebellion, to learn how to stop starting over every Monday and start losing fat with...
Dec 17, 2019•30 min
If you’ve hung around here for a short while, you know that I am BIG on setting goals. Today I chat about the four goals I had set at the beginning of the year, and what working toward those goals has looked like for me. Hopefully, as I go through those goals and give you a little report, you will recognize that just because you don't complete your goals doesn't mean you shouldn't be setting them. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/64 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were...
Dec 10, 2019•26 min
Calling all ladies who are, have been, or will be pregnant! Today we get the inside scoop from Becky Burgess, postpartum and pregnancy specialist and we talk about all the things as they relate to fitness and pregnancy/postpartum. Ever wondered when to push yourself and when to rest? What about feeling guilty when you aren’t able to do all that you’d like while pregnant? Becky and I go through those common concerns and questions that so many pregnant and postpartum women have. (Ahem – diastasis ...
Dec 03, 2019•44 min
Is getting a six-pack on your list of goals? This week we are going to talk a little bit about abs, six-packs, and lean bodies. We'll dive into why it's such a big goal for many, how I did it, and how you can achieve getting one, too. I'll even share a couple of little-known secrets about abs. And remember: You don't need to get abs or a six-pack. Let's dive in to discuss. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/62 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. Jo...
Nov 26, 2019•41 min
As a follow-up from last week’s Episode 60, in this segment of “Ask Amber” I continue to answer all of your health and fitness supplement questions! This second part in the series addresses pre-workouts (what they are and their benefits), BCAAs (what they do and who should take them), muscle aches and pains, daily multivitamins, and the BIG question: supplements while pregnant/breastfeeding. I have also created a freebie reference sheet that can be found in the show notes. Find show notes at bic...
Nov 19, 2019•53 min
This segment of “Ask Amber” is all about Supplements (for health and fitness)! This 2-part series deals with the pros cons, ins and outs of supplements. Part 1 is about the need (or not) for taking supplements as part of your health and fitness regimen. I also spend a LOT of time addressing protein powders – different kinds, pros, and cons, what to look for, etc. Feeling lost? No worries, I created a freebie reference sheet that can be found below. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/60 Fol...
Nov 12, 2019•46 min
Ever wonder what a food blogger’s fitness journey may look like? Let’s find out! I sit down and chat with Sara Wells, an OG food blogger and co-creator of Our Best Bites . Sara shares her journey of losing 50 pounds seven years ago, and how she has experienced ups and downs since. Sara shares how she is able to enjoy the phase she is in while still improving and making changes to become a better version of herself. Join us as we dive into the ebbs and flows of life and how to find joy where you ...
Nov 05, 2019•47 min
Our brains are hardwired to keep us alive, #fact, but one way they do this is by subconsciously creating “All or nothing” mentalities for us to revert to. What does this mean? Well, the All or Nothing Mentality is the mentality that tells you to eat all 20 doughnuts because “you’ve already messed up your diet today.” Join me as I help coach you through how to overcome this mentality by making better choices to help you succeed on your fitness journey! Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/58 ...
Oct 29, 2019•40 min
I had a chat with Jasmine Shea, founder of Your Dinner is Planned , not only about food and fitness but also – GOALS. Jasmine, like myself, is a huge believer in setting goals and making sure our mindset surrounding those goals is positive and forward-moving. She has a lot of good insight and takeaways which you can utilize in any aspect of your life. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/57 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. Join my FREE 3-Part Live...
Oct 22, 2019•51 min
I can’t believe it’s already been a year! This week’s episode is a bit different as I share some of my favorite episodes from the past year, and I give you some insight into my personal life – work, family, and workouts. I hope you continue to share your favorite episodes! And, as always, let me know what you want to hear about on future episodes of BAB Radio. Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/56 Follow me on Instagram ! Stop following diets that were designed to fail you. Join my FREE 3-...
Oct 15, 2019•30 min