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Becoming MindStrong

MindStrong Fitness

The TRUTH behind nutrition, fat loss, health, and fitness. No more point systems. No more shakes. No more nutrition industry noise. Welcome to Becoming MindStrong, the official podcast of MindStrong Fitness.  https://www.mindstrongfitnesscoaching.com

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  • November 6 · 52 min

    Episode 211: From One Meal a Day to “I Built These Muscles” Suomo's Story

    Two years ago, Suomo was eating one meal a day, getting about 30 grams of protein, and thought the gym was the most boring place on earth. Since she was a kid, she’d been told she was “too much” and should keep herself small. So she did: she controlled her food, and she was afraid lifting weights would make her bulky. In this conversation, Rachel sits down with Suomo, MindStrong’s Director of Administration and her partner, as Suomo tells this story publicly for the first time. Nobody pushed her into the gym. She went at her own pace, one small step at a time, until she was lifting her own carry-on into the overhead bin and catching her muscles in the mirror. You’ll hear: How being told she was “too much” turned into years of shrinking herself Why she started with workouts before changing her food What happened to the fear of getting bulky once she started lifting How to handle it when your clothes stop fitting because you’re building muscle What it feels like to take up space and be strong Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • October 9 · 59 min

    Episode 210: The Story Behind MindStrong

    Ever wondered how MindStrong began and the experiences that shaped me as a coach and entrepreneur? In this candid conversation with Leila, I share my personal journey, the challenges of building a business, and the mindset shifts that continue to guide my life and work. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • October 7 · 52 min

    Episode 209: Priority Reset on How to Reclaim Your Time Energy and Focus

    You spend your days taking care of everyone else, but when was the last time you made yourself a priority? This episode is about creating space for yourself, protecting your energy, and letting go of the pressure to do it all. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • October 5 · 33 min

    Episode 208: Your First Step to Better Nutrition

    Are you constantly guessing how much you should be eating, how much protein you need, or whether you’re doing your macros “right”? 🎙️ This episode takes the guesswork out of where to begin and explains how to build your nutrition step by step. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 30 · 13 min

    Episode 206: Stress Series Part 2: What Cortisol Actually Does (and Why It Matters)?

    You don’t need to get rid of cortisol, you need your body to regulate it properly. In Part 2, I will explain the four key jobs cortisol performs and reveals how under-eating, over-exercising, and not recovering enough can push your body into chronic stress. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 28 · 12 min

    Episode 205: Stress Series Part 1: Why Stress Hits Harder in Menopause?

    We’re kicking off Stress Week with the WHY behind stress in menopause. I will explain what happens to estrogen and cortisol as we age, why chronic stress can affect everything from sleep to visceral fat, and why there’s nothing “wrong” with you when your body starts responding differently. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 23 · 13 min

    Episode 203: GLP-1 Series Part 2: What GLP-1 Drugs Do (and Don't Do)

    What happens when a medication makes you feel full longer, but doesn’t address the health of your metabolism? In Part 2, I will break down GLP-1 medications, their role in appetite suppression, and the important metabolic factors they don’t address. If you're loving the podcast, leaving a review is the #1 way to help other women find it! You can do so by clicking the starts on the page where you're currently listening and (brownie points ;)) typing a few words about what you love. Thank you in advance <3

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  • September 21 · 10 min

    Episode 202: GLP-1 Series Part 1: What GLP-1 Actually Does (and Why Your Body Already Makes It)

    What if your body already has its own natural GLP-1 system? I will break down how GLP-1 works and why supporting your metabolism through nutrition, sleep, blood sugar balance, and strength training can make a difference during menopause. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 18 · 18 min

    Episode 201: Blood Sugar Series Part 3: 5 Steps to Stabilize Blood Sugar in Menopause

    Knowing why blood sugar matters is one thing—knowing what to do about it is another. In Part 3, I will walk you through five practical strategies for supporting healthy blood sugar, including fueling properly, balancing your plate, building muscle, improving sleep, and reducing big blood sugar spikes. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 16 · 8 min

    Episode 200: Blood Sugar Series Part 2: What Blood Sugar Is (and Why It Matters)?

    Blood sugar is about so much more than diabetes, especially during menopause. In Part 2 of this series, we will break down how glucose and insulin work together and why insulin sensitivity matters for your energy, metabolism, sleep, and weight. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 14 · 11 min

    Episode 199: Blood Sugar Series Part 1: Why Blood Sugar Gets Harder to Control in Menopause

    If your energy, cravings, sleep, mood, or hunger feel all over the place in menopause, blood sugar could be part of the story. In Part 1, we will unpack the biggest factors driving blood sugar dysregulation and what those frustrating symptoms may be telling you. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 11 · 11 min

    Episode 198: Visceral Series Part 3: How to Reduce Visceral Fat in Menopause?

    Your body isn’t broken, it’s changed. In the final part of our Visceral Fat series, we’re breaking down why belly fat behaves differently after 40 and the four key areas to focus on if you want to support your metabolism and reduce visceral fat. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 9 · 7 min

    Episode 197: Visceral Series Part 2: What Visceral Fat Is (and Why It Matters)?

    What exactly is visceral fat, and why does it become such a big deal during menopause? In this episode, we’re going beneath the surface to understand where visceral fat lives, how it can affect metabolic health, and why this stage of life requires a completely different approach. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 7 · 8 min

    Episode 196: Visceral Series Part 1: Why Belly Fat Changes in Menopause?

    Why does belly fat suddenly seem to become a bigger issue in menopause, even when you’re eating and exercising the way you always have? In Part 1, we’re breaking down the biology behind “meno belly,” including the role of estrogen, muscle loss, cortisol, sleep, and years of chronic dieting. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 4 · 13 min

    Episode 195: Sleep Series Part 3: 6 Steps to Better Sleep in Menopause

    Better sleep in menopause isn’t about finding one magic supplement or forcing yourself into another impossible routine. In Part 3, we’re breaking down six practical strategies that address the bigger picture: adequate nutrition, blood sugar balance, caffeine and alcohol, movement, your sleep environment, and supplements when appropriate. It’s time to stop simply telling yourself you “should” sleep more and start understanding how to support your body toward better sleep. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • September 2 · 10 min

    Episode 194: Sleep Series Part 2: How Sleep Impacts Your Body Composition in Menopause?

    Sleep isn’t just about having more energy the next day. In menopause, it can impact much more than you realize. In Part 2, we’re diving into what happens under the surface when you’re not getting enough sleep, from disrupted hunger hormones and blood sugar to impaired muscle recovery, elevated cortisol, and the factors that can make body composition goals harder. If you're loving the podcast, leaving a review is the #1 way to help other women find it! You can do so by clicking the starts on the page where you're currently listening and (brownie points ;)) typing a few words about what you love. Thank you in advance <3 Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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  • August 31 · 9 min

    Episode 193: Sleep Series Part 1: Why Menopause Wrecks Your Sleep?

    Waking up in the middle of the night and wondering, “Why am I wide awake?” is incredibly common in menopause. In Part 1 of this three-part series, we’re breaking down the four major factors that can disrupt your sleep: declining estrogen, declining progesterone, nighttime blood sugar and cortisol changes, and hot flashes. Understanding the “why” is the first step toward knowing what to do next. If you prefer video, you can always watch the podcast on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@mindstrongfitness2541

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  • August 28 · 16 min

    Episode 192: Hunger Series Part 5: The Science Behind Hunger vs. Cravings

    Not every urge to eat means your body needs fuel. In this final episode, we unpack the difference between hunger and cravings, how sleep, stress, emotions, environment, blood sugar swings, and restriction can influence what you want to eat and how to figure out what your body is actually asking for. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com

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