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In this week's episode, I'm talking about an extremely important giftāthe right to reproductive freedom, especially with the upcoming U.S. election. Iāll share my perspectives and opinions, some facts about abortion, and the importance of safeguarding womenās health and safety.
Then, Iāll lighten things up with holiday gift ideas for 2024! I'll share my tips for thoughtful gifting on a budget, so you can avoid the random last-minute buys. Iāll cover a variety of categories, from Leisure and Health/Wellness to Food/Drink, Travel, Subscriptions, Experiences, and Unique Finds.
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In this week's episode, Iām excited to share that weāre moving! Itās a big change, and Iāll talk about whatās driving this decision and how Iām preparing for this new chapter, I'm also recapping my (mostly) solo weekend, and answering your questions:
Q: Can you gain back muscle lost in a deficit after youāre in maintenance and maybe a small surplus?
Q: If I would rather (knowing any and all possible negative outcomes) do a shorter more aggressive deficit (30-35%) is there anything I should consider or do differently than a more conservative approach?
Q: I hear so much about intuitive eating, but Iām worried it wonāt work for fat loss. How do you balance listening to your body while also reaching a weight goal?
Q: Whatās one daily habit you started for your health that you didnāt expect to stick with long-term, but now canāt live without?
Q: How do you personally handle setbacks or āoffā days in your fitness routine, especially when they throw off your rhythm for the week?
Q: Everyone talks about the importance of consistency, but what advice do you have for someone who struggles to stay consistent on busy weeks? Any specific tips?
Q: In your opinion, whatās the most overlooked habit that could help someone improve their health or fitness journey without feeling like theyāre making a huge life change?
Q: How important is protein after you lift? How much should you be having, and is there a timeframe for getting that protein in you?Follow me on Substack: Alicia's Substack
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In this week's episode, I'm sharing a recap of my girls' trip to Arizona and my quick take on Love is Blind season 7. I'm also diving into airplane etiquette, offering some group travel tips, and answering listener questions.
Q: What was the biggest change you noticed in your physique when you transitioned from CrossFit to focusing more on lifting? Why do you think that change happened, and what do you attribute it to?!
Q: Can you eat too much fibre?
Q: Can you explain what RIR (Reps in Reserve) means and how it connects to progressive overload and hypertrophy?
Q: In addition to carbs, fats, salt, amount of food, etc. Does lifting or working out have an effect on weight fluctuations too? I noticed during my deload week I dropped about 3lb while maintaining all other things like calorie intake, walking, sleep, etc.Q: How do I still include my favourite treats without going overboard? I find myself mindlessly eating certain foods, usually when Iām stressed or really hungry. But I donāt want to cut them out completely. How do I eat them in moderation?
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LONG Weekend Recap and Listener Questions:
Q: āIf gaining 1 lb of muscle is more difficult than losing 1 lb of fat, how does body recomposition without losing weight work? (Aka, when we hear in a fat loss phase that we shouldnāt worry if the scale isnāt moving, itās because your body is recomping)ā?
Q: āOk, stupid question, but I eat a candy bar daily. Itās my vice. I donāt drink, eat fast food, chips, pizza, etc. I get in 110 grams of protein/day, calories are about 1800. Iām not overweight at all. Iād definitely like to put on muscle ā itās painfully slow, so Iām wondering if this is hindering my progress?ā
Q: āWill not weighing my fruit make me overshoot in maintenance?āQ: āWould you adjust calories down in winter if steps decrease from like 15,000 to 10,000?ā
Q: āKey factors in determining when to do a full deload/no lifts for a week give or take?ā
Q: āIāve been focusing on strictly strength training for the last 10 weeks. I definitely have way more muscle definition but if I want to lose more body fat, should I add in more cardio to my workouts?ā
Q: āTrying to lose a bit of fat. In a conservative calorie deficit (still eating 2000+ calories a day) and finding I am waking up at night hungry. Am I in too much of a deficit?ā
Q: "I no longer want to grow my legs, just maintain. How should my lifts change? Thanks"Follow me on Substack: Alicia's Substack
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In this week's episode, I'm talking about cold and flu season, my quick thoughts on this season of LIB, my weekend recap, and how I landed on season 4 of the podcast! Listener Questions:
Q: Why is walking considered the most underrated form of exercise?! What makes it so beneficial for us over other types of exercise such as running or cycling?
Q: How to incorporate fun foods or eating out at restaurants and cafes while still trying to maintain recent weight loss?Q: I keep seeing tips about activating the Vagus Nerve for weight loss and healthy habits in my explore page. Is there any truth to these claims? I love your podcast and IG!! Thanks in advance!
Q: Hey! You are looking so lean and jacked! You look amazing! Would you attribute that to your high protein diet, strength training, walking, and taking care of your self in general as well as time? Awhile back you mentioned starting a medication through your ND, do you think the medication has attributed to you leaning out? If you donāt feel like sharing I totally understand! Love your content and love the pod!
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In this week's episode, I'm recapping my weekend on the island, getting through the week, random rashes, and the DUTCH test. I'm also answering your questions!
Q: Favourite cuisine?
Q: If youāre underweight from your bodyās preferred āset pointā weightācan that make it hard to progress on lifts? Iāve been basically the same weight on all my lifts for months now.
Q: Cardio seems to make me so hungry that it defeats my purpose of being in a deficit. I know I should do it for health reasons but Iām ready to stop it all together (except walking) for better appetite control, is that a thing?
Q: What would you say is the bottom line whatās the minimum amount of protein when in a steep calorie deficit?Q: Whatās something youād tell someone who wants to start a podcast?
Q: How important is changing lifts in cycles? How long do you think you could do the exact same workouts without change and still see progression?
Q: Been in maintenance for a few months and was feeling good w/ nutrition and training. But Iāve been really hungry for the past two weeks. I honored my hunger and fulness cues while continuing to eat like before but gained 5lbs in the last 3 weeks. I still feel hungry though, what would you suggest I do?Q: Favourite grocery store?
Q: WHY IS FAT LOSS SO HARD?!?!?!!Q: How important is eating protein after a workout, and if Iām not eating it and that means not reaching my protein goal of the day, would you ever force yourself to eat at any point just to reach your protein goal?
Q: How do I change my body from being 'skinny fat' when I do have fat to lose but not necessarily weight, if that makes sense. I actually need to gain weight but donāt want to look worse and Iām unsure as to what I should do, I have zero muscle on my frame.Follow me on Substack: Alicia's Substack
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In this week's episode, Iām recapping my weekend and diving into everything from life as an introvert to managing a packed schedule. I'll also be chatting about the latest TV shows Iām watching, the pros and cons of my new vacuum, P Diddyās indictment, and my at-home spa experience. Plus, Iām answering listener questions!
Q: Whatās your workout split like?! Youāre looking jacked and amazing. Whatās some good advice for those striving to have the more toned and defined look?! Iām close, but just struggling with the last few pounds. And lastly, do you have a coach or do you create your own workouts?
Q: You say people lose weight in a calorie deficit, but what about when peopleās weight loss stalls, and then what happens when they increase calories and they start losing again, whatās happening here??
Q: Due to some life changes I'm planning to cut back on my activity. I eat a lot to fuel my current activity and appreciate that Iāll need to lower intake or Iāll gain fat. Is there a method to doing this successfully? Will it be painfully hard due to hunger? How long until hunger levels settle?
Q: What does your morning routine look like most days?
Q: How do you psychologically work through and make sure youāre doing exercises you donāt like? Would love to learn how to enjoy these movements. For example, I hate doing Hip Thrusts, RDL's and core work. Iām tempted to skip them and sometimes I do! Any suggestions?
Q: Hi, I know in a calorie deficit protein shouldnāt decrease, Iāve hit a 3 week plateau, should I just decrease calories from carbs, or fats, or both?eucalyptus shower spray
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In this week's episode, I'm talking about my week, my Pilates course, Selling Sunset, Taylor Swift winning at the VMA's, and answering your questions!
Q: Do you ever go back and listen to your older episodes?Q: My biggest goal is to build muscle and get stronger. I love doing spin 3 days per week (45 mins), lifting 4 days per week (upper and lower split), will doing spin 3 days per week impact my gains? And how would you schedule spin around lifting?
Q: Do you think less steps/movement for 2 weeks require drastic decrease in calories? Worried about upcoming travel.
Q: I just turned 40 and keep seeing fear mongering stuff that Iām going to suddenly gain 10lbs of fat around my mid section. As long as Iām keeping everything the same (macros, activity, sleep, etc.) this is BS right??Q: I want to lose fat and lean outā¦my crossfit workouts arenāt cutting it and neither is tracking macros. Any tips would be helpful.
Q: Any tips for keeping nutrition a priority in busy seasons of life? September to December is pretty crazy for my family and my work. Itās just a lot to juggle.
Q: I know youāve talked about this before, so forgive me but I forgot your answer about this topic: Iāve heard women shouldnāt train fasted. But I hate working out after eating, can you touch on if women should eat something before a workout and why?Q: Whatās something that is mainstream popular that youāre not really into?
Q: Fat loss with Hashimotoās/hypothyroidism, trying it all!!Follow me on Substack: Alicia's Substack
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In this week's episode, Iām diving into what Iām Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsessing Over, Recommending, and Treating myself to lately. I also break down a recent post from @thecut, titled "How to Stay Hot," which covers how much women are investing in skincare, beauty treatments, and the high cost of maintaining that glow. Plus, I canāt help but indulge in some nostalgia for back-to-school supplies shopping, new clothes, and the magic of Scholastic book fairs. To wrap up, I answer a few listener questions that you wonāt want to miss!
Q: Any recommendations on iron supplements? I struggle to know what is worth it to invest in and not filled with crap. On that note, whatās your thoughts on pre and probiotics?
Q: Do you eat seasonally?
Q: Hubs and I eat out 1 day every Weekend. I want to do a fat loss phase, impossible?
Q: Intensity. Everyone asks, āare you pushing hard enough?ā I think so. Maybe. I donāt know. What does that look/feel like? In a movement, It think āholy fuck this is too hard.ā Then Iām done and I think, āI couldāve done more.ā More reps, more weightā¦maybe. I donāt know.
Q: Why does losing water weight happen initially every time I start tracking and cutting?
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In this week's episode, Iām recapping my long weekendāsaw Kings of Leon with friends, did some cleaning (and broke my vacuum), went shopping, and found my new favourite water-resistant runners. Iām also sharing my September picks and simple things that have made my life better, like how I cook my ground beef! Plus, Iām answering your questions!
Q: Gift ideas for husband or boyfriend?
Q: Iām thinking of getting my body fat tested by a DEXA scan, would you recommend it or is it a waste of money?
Q: My best friend and her boyfriend have started going off the rails with their eating and exercise. Theyāve lost a lot of weight in a short amount of time, and she didnāt have much (if any) to lose, she talks about her cheat days, how sheās fat and pinches her skin because itās skin and not fat!!, and sheās even commented on what Iām eating a few times now. A protein bar or shake is high in calories, Iām like, wtf I never asked you! Sheās exercising 2-3 times a day, and she was never like before him. They live together and we live close to one another. I love her and used to enjoy hanging out with her but now it feels different, I also have a history or orthorexia so even though itās not affecting my behaviours, it is triggering. What would you suggest I do? I donāt want to push her away because I think she needs help, but I also want to make sure this doesnāt start to affect me more than it already is.Q: When reverse dieting someone to new maintenance after dieting how do you decide when o stop increasing calories? Obviously some scale fluctuation is normal but considering true gain would take a long time to accumulate and show up, how do you determine between normal fluctuations and overshooting?
Q: Whatās one piece of advice youād give to a beginner in the gym?Q: If youāre working out at 7am and want to get out the door quickly, is it okay to have 15-20g of protein and 30g of carbs before and then a normal breakfast after?
Q: I have PCOS, and I lift heavy weights twice a week but I saw somewhere that HIIT is better, is that true? I always thought strength training was superior for insulin sensitivity.
Q: Last week you talked about trips vs. vacations and I thought that was so well said! Iāve always thought that but never knew how to put it into words! Iām curious how you choose your travel destinations? Is it more the place or do you save hotels and airbnbs and then choose the destination based on those? Is it a joint effort with your husband or do you generally take the lead?
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In this week's episode, I'm talking about a new-to-me term: 'microfeminism,' exploring the differences between a trip versus a vacation, sharing my thoughts on Love Is Blind (not the reunionāI recorded this before it aired), recapping the weekend, discussing the book I just finished, Swan Song, offering a quick anxiety soother, and answering your questions:
What's something about you that people would find surprising?
Pros and Cons of working out at home vs. at a gym?
If I have minimal time to spend in the gym, what would give me greater hypertrophy: 2 sets with 0-1 RIR, or 3 sets with 1-3 RIR?
I've lost 15lbs and got quite lean (abs and arm veins, yay!). I tried to eat at maintenance but experience a couple of binge eating/over eating episodes this month. Itās a bit alarming and I donāt want it to become a habit. I donāt have a history of an eating disorder. What can I do to help strike a balance? I donāt mind gaining back a few lbs back but not all or more than I lost.
Do you have any good substitutes for Deadlifts? I tweaked by back 2 weeks ago and it still doesnāt love the deadlifting motion. But I still want to work my glutes and posterior chain, thank you!
Iām feeling burnt out from always trying to progress in the gym, what do you do when youāre not motivated to keep lifting heavier or improve on form or reps or sets? I love my results so far, but Iām just kind of tired of always feeling like I have to go super hard at each workout. Thoughts? Maybe Iām overthinking it!Follow me on Substack: Alicia's Substack
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In this week's episode, Iām recapping our weekend getaway, sharing client responses to the question: "What's your one non-negotiable for staying on track with your health goals?", talking about my Substack wedding anniversary recap, sharing two YouTube channels I love, and answering your questions:
Q: I have become obsessed with my Apple Watch and if I only get 11k steps a day, I feel lazy. I check my step count multiple times a day and I canāt tell if itās making me feel obsessed or keeping me accountable.
Q: I know itās not good to use exercise to āearnā food but is it bad I am because I like food and being able to eat more because Iām active? Exercise isnāt punishment to me, I love pushing my body but I also love to eat and exercising allows me to eat a little more.Q: Been in maintenance for 6 months, my BW was steady and then I took a 10 day trip where it was hard to prioritize protein and veggies. I ate mostly carbs and some fats, minimal protein. Iām 4lbs heavier and itās been 3 weeks since I got home, I know I didnāt eat 14k cals over maintenance, or did I???
Q: I keep seeing so many posts about āsoft girlā workouts and āsoft girlā era and itās always some really thin white girl in a matching workout set doing pilates and drinking matcha, I donāt quite understand the soft girl part, but I think itās influencing my psyche in a way that Iām not okay with. Can you explain what āsoft girlā means in regard to workouts??
Q: What are your current goals?
Q: Do you think a barbell and squat rack are must haves for a home gym??
Q: What step count indicates an active lifestyle? 10,000 or 15,000?
Q: Suggestions on food to bring to the lake for the Weekend to meet my cut goals? I wanna have fun but still lean out.Youtube recommendations:
TopJaw: They travel and document the best foods and drinks!
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In this week's episode, I'm sharing my Top 5 picks in categories like: IG accounts, skincare, makeup, clothes, food, home, travel, TV shows, books, and more! I'm also sharing some of the favourite picks from two of my closest girlfriends.
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In this week's episode, I'm recapping my long weekend, sharing a simple walking hack that's been a game-changer, and talking about how I use ChatGPT for travel tips. Plus, I'm in my unsubscribing from email marketing and influencers era. I'll also be answering your questions and sharing two highlights and lowlights of the week.
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Q: How do I get more steps when my full time job is sedentary?Q: Do you suggest lowering calories if you know youāre going to be less active for a couple of days?
Q: Besides lifting and eating in a deficit, what would you say makes a cut more successful and easier?
Q: Can you talk about training and injuries? Iām curious if you would change your training routine after this latest back injury?
Q: I get super discouraged during my Luteal phase, how do you help clients through this? I have the best discipline but go into a numb state during luteal phase, I feel weak, low energy, and have crazy cravings.
Q: As a coach, why is it important to know a clientās dieting history? What does it tell you about them?
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In this week's episode, I'm inviting you to join me for a week in my life. While it wasn't a particularly exciting week, I wanted to share it with you! Each day, I sat down in front of my microphone to record, answering a few questions and sharing my thoughts, feelings, and opinions on the day's events.
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In this week's episode, I'm excited to recap my birthday weekend, I share a list of everyday things that bring me a ridiculous amount of joy, a game-changing mani/pedi hack, and dive into Elise Loenen's insightful Substack, "A Love Letter to Routine." I'll also reflect on my own relationship with routines, discussing exposure therapy and distress tolerance. Plus, I'll be answering your questions!
Q: How do you lose fat without tracking calories and macros?Q: Iām so unhappy in my body but I canāt get away from eating unhealthy. Itās starting to seem so overwhelming and like itās not possible for me to lose weight. I have this idea in my head of it just is what it is and Iāve missed my time to get healthier.
Q: What does your husband do for work?
Q: Whatās something youāre working on right now? Business and personal?
Q: Iāve been in a deficit for about 6 weeks, havenāt lost any weight but have lost inches and my clothes fit better. I feel leaner, but I always hear people say if you arenāt losing weight you arenāt in a deficit. Should I drop calories?
Q: If I want to build muscle and lose fat at the same time, what should I focus on? Nutrition? Strength training? More steps?
Q: What biofeedback markers would indicate someone should end a cut or increase calories?
Q: How to cope with eating more than my husband/everyone else? Iām working on building muscle and itās hard when diet talk is everywhere and my husband eats like a bird lol
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In this week's episode, I discuss turning 35 and explore how I use the Notes App, along with how you guys use it. I also talk about 'THE shower' and answer your questions!
Q: Do you get the same health benefits (ie. strength, bone and joint health) from weights vs. pilates, vs. yoga?Q: I have tracked my food for years and want to start a more intuitive eating approach and work on listening to my appetite cues. Sometimes I catch myself eating past fullness just because āI can.ā ie. I have calories left at the end of the day. Tips to stop eating once Iām full.
Q: Iām what you would call āskinny fatā even though I hate the labels but itās just easier for the question. What would you suggest I do for the next 6 months if my goal is look leaner but with muscle?
Q: How long should you wait before making changes to a deficit if itās not working?
Q: How do you think a person knows theyāve hit the low end of their body's setting point in a fat loss phase?Q: How do I incorporate strength training into a busy jiu jitsu training schedule? I need an effective 20-30 min workout that can get me results over the next 7 weeks.
Q: I work really long hours and as a result I usually have lunch around 3:30pm and then after working 7+ hours on my feet, Iām starving around 10:30-11pm. Are there any negative consequences to eating that late?
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In this week's episode, I'm sharing a few recommendations, including the Celine Dion documentary, Family Affair on Netflix, Pinterest boards, and my top 3 summer reads. Then, I dive into answering your questions!
Q: How to not feel guilty when I eat cheat foods?Q: Iāve heard you mention that being super lean has some negatives. That people need to think about if itās worth it. Lately you look super lean (and amazing! Such hard work!) and Iām curious if you have anything negative or new challenging things coming up from being so lean?
Q: Newly engaged and people are constantly talking about āsweating and shreddingā for the wedding. Help!
Q: Iām going on a bachelorette trip with a bunch of my girlfriends, and I really like to exercise on my vacations, but most of them donāt. Iām feeling nervous and anxious about this. Do I not exercise, do I see if everyone wants to, or do I just wake up really early and go for a run?
Q: My workouts have gotten longer in time and I like to cut down so itās back to 60-90 mins, Can I do this by reducing reps/sets but increasing intensity (weight on bar) to make sure Iām getting the same stimulus?
Q: Just found out Iām pregnant (yay!). How should I change my RIR or rep range (if any) during pregnancy in your program (provided that I feel well and have total control of this?)
Q: Is there anything that truly makes it hard to lose weight? (Minus major health conditions) or is that just an excuse we tell ourselves? Like, Oh Iām getting older so itās harder to lose weight. Or, Iāve been eating inflammatory foods so itās harder to lose weight?
Q: Just reached my goal after a two month deficit. (My first one ever!) How do I get outta this thing back to maintenance?? A complicating factor is Iāve just started a marathon training block, so my nutritional needs are gonna go up significantly.
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In this week's episode, I recap the latest in pop culture: Travis Kelce's performance in London, Justin Timberlake's DUI, the "Brat Girl Summer" trend, the new Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders series on Netflix, and my thoughts on digital detoxes. Plus, I'll be answering your questions!
1. What aspects of your lifestyle would stay a priority to you if you became a mother?
2. If you had a client with fat to lose and is on lower calories but not losing, what do you do? Their body isn't responding...and I donāt want to go lower calorically or have room for more activity. Spending time at maintence and diet again down the road? How do you approach this?
3. Since starting Lexapro in March, Iāve gained 10lbs. I havenāt changed anything else (eat 3 large meals, lift 3-4x/week, etc.), & Iām feeling defeated. Of course Iām sticking with the Lexapro bc itās been amazing for my anxiety, But I would also like to drop this 10lbs. Not sure what to do:(
4. Favourite Taylor Swift era?
5. If pregnant, can you gain meaningful muscle since you're eating in a calorie surplus?
6. Does it really matter what we eat after training, Iāve heard fast glycemic should be consumed but I do love oats and fruit.
7. If someone were to up their calories to go into a slight surplus for building muscle, should the process be slow and gradual or go for it?
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In this week's episode, I'm talking about the TV shows I'm loving, a new book I'm reading, and why adherence is WAY more important than having the 'perfect' plan when it comes to improving your health and changing your body. Then, I'm answering your questions!
Q: What are 5 songs that always get you hyped in the gym?
Q: Tips on starting your fitness journey when you struggle to put yourself first?
Q: What is a sustainable macro ratio for woman in your opinion?
Q: How do I stop hating my body? I know Iām suppose to accept and love my body, but I donāt.
Q: Is it okay to not change your program for a year as long as youāre progressing?
Q: Iām considering doing a surplus, which Iāve never done! What are the pros and cons?
Q: How do you break the habits of little bites here and there, especially while cooking for kids?
Q: How to get over the guilt from skipping workouts? My parents are in town for my grad and Iāve barely worked out in a while.
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