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Your Strongest Body
This show is all about helping you build YOUR strongest body with so you can live your life to the fullest! And I'm going to help you do it without a scale or fad diets, or wellness grifting, or shame.
I'm your host Betsy, a certified strength and conditioning specialist who has been working as a personal trainer for 13 years. I've helped countless clients get stronger, faster, move without pain, fall in love with how they look, and develop a deep appreciation for all they are capable of. And…
Episodes
- Your Strongest Body
Do You Need Tough Love?
We hear it a lot. "I need some tough love." Whether you feel stuck or you are consistently having trouble sticking to the workouts and eating habits. Is "tough…
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Why I Don't Tell My Clients How Much Weight To Lift
If you are hiring a coach, you might think, "they will tell me exactly what to do including what weights I should use every time". And while some coaches may…
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4 Ways To Actually Make Working Out Fun
Buckle up cause I have some impassioned thoughts about how working out should make you feel and it is NOT miserable! I am giving you 4 actionable tips to enjoy…
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The Magic of Running at Party Pace with Dr. Ali Marty
Join me and special guest Dr. Ali Marty as she talks all things RunDisney training. Ali shares her secret pixie dust she uses to help runners finish these…
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Has Our Protein Obsession Gone Too Far?
High-protein this, high-protein that. It feels like protein is all you hear now from fitness and nutrition influencers. Protein is essential for muscle…
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The Simple Trick To Use For Long Term Fitness Success
How do people stick to their fitness goals when progress is slow? This mindset switch and conscious habit will have you noticing and appreciating all your…
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Overweight or Under-Muscled? Expanding How We View Our Health Goals
In this episode I am talking about how focusing on weight as the greatest predictor of health could be standing in the way of building the muscle we need for…
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The Worst Mistake You Can Make In October!
This common mistake is costing so many women the results they really want. If we anticipate it we can make a plan and make the most of the last months of the…
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The Collapse Trap: What To Do If You Are Eating Well All Day And It All Falls Apart At Night
It is SO common! You are crushing your new habits all day and when you get home from work, you spiral. Eating more than you wanted to and feeling like a…
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Healthy Vs Unheatlhy: The Mental Dichotomy Holding You Back
I'm dropping quick advice here today with a mindset shift that is the difference maker when it comes to long-lasting results that allow you to enjoy your life!…
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What We Can Learn From Those Fear Mongering Grocery Store Videos
TOXINS!!!!!!!! I'm surprised any of us are still alive from all the videos telling us there are toxins in everything we eat. In this episode, I'm thinking…
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3 Deeply Held Beliefs I Had To Let Go Of To See Physique Results
I had some beliefs about bodies, fitness, and nutrition that I had to let go of to start to see a change in my body. And for so long I thought these beliefs…
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Should You Be Using A Weighted Vest?
They are everywhere right now! Is it the magic tool you have been missing, just another option, of total BS? I'm breaking it down for you today! Join the Built…
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Real Answers Only: What Is It Like To Pursue Fitness Goals As A Parent?
No sugar coating here! I'm sharing the not-so-pretty realities of juggling parenting and still maintaining healthy habits. But it isn't all doom and gloom…
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3 Things To Do Before Your Workout To Optimize It For Major Results
We know the workout is important and we know that post-workout recovery is important but one of the places you are probably missing an opportunity to get…
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You Are Sweating The Small Stuff (And It's Costing You Results)
We get obsessed with tiny details and miss the fact that we simply aren't doing the basics. In this episode I explain where people trip themselves up in…
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Be Honest, Are You Really Working Hard Enough?
It's a tough question but the truth is effort is going to be one of the single most effective dial movers when it comes to reaching your goals. In this episode…
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3 Underrated Meal Prep Tips
If you have want to destress, make life a little easier, and prioritize nutrition that helps you reach your goals, you should probably meal prep. But meal…
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Jessica Biel's "Unattainable" Body
I never thought I'd be praising Jessica Biel on the podcast but after her recent comments on unrealistic fitness and nutrition habits to get in movie shape, I…
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The 3 Fitness And Nutrition Habits That Got Me The Best Results
In this episode, I'm breaking down the 3 most important things I've done to see the biggest change in my physique and strength so that you can try them too…
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Thanks Dad <3
This episode is a departure from typical episodes. After suddenly losing my dad, I took a break from podcasting and as I return, I take this episode to thank…
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The Secrets To Getting Back On The Horse After A Fitness Break
Whether the interruption is planned or entirely unexpected, you need a strategy to getting back to your fitness and nutrition habits. In this episode I give…
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5 Possible Reasons You Aren't Building Muscle
If you feel like you are working out and should be building some by now, we are going to have a heart to heart and determine why. I have a list of 5 possible…
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The One Thing That I Missing From your Workouts (That Is The Key To Getting Results)
It might seem too simple but if you aren't training with intention you are leaving gains on the table. In this episode I explain what it means to train with…
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What Women Should Look For When Choosing A Fitness Coach
In a world where you have a wealth of choices when it comes to choosing a fitness coach, there is a level of expertise and understanding that you should expect…
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3 Things I Need You To Stop Doing In Your Workouts
Don't waste your valuable energy and time making these workout mistakes. Yes, I know you have the right intentions but falling into these 3 traps is holding…
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Don't Get Seduced By The Burn
If you are chasing the burn in your workouts, you may be missing the point. You are ultimately going to struggle to build muscle if you are not working close…
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Does "Everything In Moderation" Work?
People love to say "everything in moderation" as a way to include all foods but I'm not sure it's the supportive guidance you think it is. While I'm not about…
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The Biggest Difference Between Eating For Aesthetic Goals Versus Strength Goals
You may be surprised to learn there are more similarities than differences when it comes to eating for aesthetics versus strength. In this episode I give you…
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Is It A Sweet Tooth Or Are You Under-fueled?
Feel like you are sabotaging your progress because you constantly crave cookies, cake, ice cream and you feel like you are powerless to resist? Instead of…
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Stop Feeling Guilty About Your Weight Loss Goals
Women can't seem to get it right. Small but not too thin. Toned but not too muscled. Secure but not too confident. The list goes on. And as we begin to make a…
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When Exercise Is No Longer A Punishment with special guest Shanna McRae
In this episode I’m lucky enough to be joined by friends and Foster Strength coaching client, Shanna McRae. She shares her experience working out through the…
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Build Your Meals To Build Your Body
It's time to finally shift your mindset from restriction and removing foods to focusing on adding tasty nutrient dense foods to your diet to reach your fitness…
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Free Weights Or Machines?
This one is simple. I'm breaking down why and when you want to use free weights or machines. I break down the importance of programming that thoughtfully uses…
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The Best Fitness Advice for High Achieving Women Still Struggling To See Results
You know who you are! Perfectionism, always striving for more, never satisfied, wanting to do things "right". For so many women who identify this way, fitness…
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The Only Food Rule I Ever Use
If you know me you know I do not believe in food rules. Oftentimes they lead to restriction and deprivation that don't actually support your health. But there…
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How To "Weekend-Proof" Your Fitness Success
Are you crushing it during the week and then losing all structure and follow-through on the weekend? Are you unknowingly sabotaging your progress because of…
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Your "Make The Gym Less Awkward" Guide
This time of year means many people are trying out the gym for the first time or maybe they are giving-it-a-go again after a sour experience in the past. There…
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The Little Known Ways To Use Food Tracking To Reach Your Biggest Goals
If you believe food tracking is all about restrictive diets and obsessive eating behaviors, you aren't alone. In fact I once believed that too. But I have…
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Do's And Don't's For January To Guarantee Success All Year Long
In the world of fitness and nutrition, January can feel high stakes! There is an expectation that you need to transform your whole life to reach all your…
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If You Learn Anything From Me, Let It Be These 3 Things...
99 episodes in and I've got more to say! In this, the 100th episode of Your Strongest Body, I'm giving you my 3 core beliefs about fitness and nutrition that I…
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The One Thing That Is Wreaking Havoc On Your Body Image
If you are struggling with your body image, I know something that is getting in your way. And better yet, I know what you can do about it. In this episode I…
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My Holiday Gift Picks For Your Fitness Goals
This is just what you think... my ideas for gifts for the fitness lover or the person wanting a little motivation in the new year (that could be YOU)! Here are…
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How To Deal With Diet Talk Over The Holidays
Diet talk is everywhere and it seems to get even worse at the holidays. In this episode, I'm giving you tips to keep you from pulling your hair out; ways to…
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3 Things I'm Doing This Thanksgiving To Feel My Best
No diet tips or ways to "work off" foods here! Simply a few things to care for myself on a holiday that you might want to try too! Happy Thanksgiving!!! Your…
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You Don't Need To CONFUSE Your Muscles!!!!!
Debunking one of the most pervasive inaccurate fitness myths out there, with solid practical suggestions for training that actually works! Join the Built…
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"I Workout All The Time But I Still Don't Look Like It"
In this episode I address a common frustration for women who feel like they work too hard to never see a change in their body. I talk about -the fit body look…
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Are You Comparing Yourself To Fake Stuff On The Internet?!?!
Comparison is tricky because it's gonna happen. It's natural. But what we do with it is important. And we need to get real and ask ourselves if what we are…
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Learning The 4 Types of Hunger And What It Can Do To Improve Your Nutrition
Worried you are an emotional eater or you can't reach your goals because you feel out of control around food? This episode is for you! I break down the 4 types…
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My Love Letter For Women Building Strength
When the world feels as hard as it does, I urge you to keep taking up your space. In this episode I share thoughts about how to foster your autonomy…
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Changing Seasons Wrecking Your Motivation? Secrets To Adapting Your Fitness And Nutrition Goals Seasonally
The clocks have turned back, the days are shorter, and the dropping temperatures make getting out of bed a struggle so your fitness motivation may be waning…
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Help! I Don't Think I'm Feeling This Where I'm Supposed To!
Are you worried you are doing an exercises and it isn't working the muscles it is supposed to? In this episode, I'm breaking down the reasons why you might be…
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Are You Trying To Reach Your Goals Running On Empty?
It may seem like an obvious analogy but you can't drive your car on an empty gas tank and the same goes for your body. In this episode I break down the 3…
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3 Ways You Can Drastically Improve Your Diet Today
Instead of sitting down to make a complicated plan to overhaul your nutrition, that will likely leave you ready to quit after a single meal, use these 3…
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The Single Best Tip For Getting Back On Track
It's short, it's sweet, it's to the point. This episode will help you get out of a rut and back on track in just 10 minutes!!!! Your Strongest Body! New…
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Is Chasing An "Ideal" Body Holding You Back?
In this episode, I'm chatting about the slippery slope of chasing some ideal body and tips and tools for living fully in your body right now (while still…
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Your Fit Body May Weigh More Than You Want: What You Need To Know About Body Composition Measurements
If you are like so many women I've trained, you probably have complicated feelings about the scale, what weight you are supposed to be, the weight you want to…
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Let's Talk About The Exercises You HATE (And What To Do About Them)
You aren't going to love every exercise! There are probably a few that you definitively hate. But should you still be trying to do them? I give you practical…
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Things You Wouldn't Expect To Hear From A Fitness Coach
What does a trainer do when they want to skip a workout or have an extreme craving? I share here and there are some lessons I hope you can take from it! You…
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The Real Reasons Why You Haven't Had Success Yet
Do you look around and wonder why it feels like everyone else can do it? Do you feel like you berate yourself because you can't get results? In this episode…