I had a few topics in mind for this episode but after seeing this pop up enough, I knew we had to talk about it this week. A new study coming out in August 2024 reveals tampons are a source of exposure to 16 different heavy metals including lead and zinc. These results are disturbing on multiple levels and I want you to be informed.

We'll discuss the study details, understanding "normal" vs optimal ranges in testing, alternatives products I would recommend that are below in the show notes, and more!

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(1:25) Share This Episode With A Woman You Care About

(2:50) When I First Read This Study

(4:00) The Reality of Birth Control

(6:30) My Perimenopause Journey So Far

(9:30) A “Normal” Western Range

(10:30) Study Details

(15:45) Alternatives Listed Below

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While I thoroughly enjoyed my time on the floor as a personal trainer back in the day, today's technology and accessibility has created a more holistic and valuable alternative in online coaching. In today's episode, I want to pull back the curtain on online coaching if it's not something you are familiar with yet or if you've ever been interested in working with a functional health coach. I'll breakdown everything from what we offer to pricing and more!

Time Stamps:

(1:48) Launching My First Online Program

(3:18) Why Online Coaching Is Superior

(6:15) Basic Health Coaching

(8:23) Deepening My Education

(10:00) How Much Does Coaching Cost?

(10:15) Tire Shop Analogy

(13:50) What We Work On At The Functional Level

(18:40) Questioning Your Coach?

(19:34) The Shiny Object Theory

(21:45) Too Many Chefs In The Kitchen

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As we enter July and celebrate our freedom and independence, I wanted to share with you my thoughts and perspective when it comes to body autonomy and health and nutrition freedom. This is still a deep passion of mine after 25 years and so many women still struggle with this concept. I'll define freedom, what it means to listen to our bodies, why tracking is freedom, and more!

Time Stamps:

(1:30) Achieving Freedom

(2:10) Defining Freedom

(3:20) Benefits of Body Autonomy

(4:55) Listening To Our Bodies

(6:20) Food Freedom

(7:27) Tracking and Freedom

(8:49) The Carbohydrate Fear

(14:50) Coach Z’s Awesome Perspective

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This is a topic I've been excited to talk about for awhile because it's so important to our health and wellness. Today's topic is all around the micronutrient magnesium and even if you aren't a nutrition nerd like me, this key mineral plays a vital role in hundreds of processes in our body. I'll breakdown key roles, where to find magnesium rich foods, different forms of magnesium, and more!

Time Stamps:

(1:28) Understanding Magnesium

(2:18) Magnesium’s Role In The Body

(5:45) Magnesium in Food

(8:26) Dark Chocolate

(10:16) Magnesium Glycinate & Other Forms

(16:05) Tracking and Understanding Your Food

(23:00) Please Share, Rate, and Review

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We've probably all be guilty of this at one point or another. You're on a path with your health and nutrition and then you see something on social media or overhear a friend talk about what they are doing and think that's the answer for you too. Hopping from one thing to another hoping the journey will be easier that way.

I promise this isn't how it works and Shiny Object Syndrome is stalling so many individual's progress. In today's episode, we'll talk about how to overcome this issue within our health and fitness but also this applies to life as well.

Time Stamps:

(1:32) SOS - Shiny Object Syndrome

(3:45) SOS In Health and Fitness

(4:55) The Most Important Piece

(8:09) Our Brain’s Job

(9:46) Here’s What It Sounds Like

(11:12) Food Triggers

(13:40) Tracking Fiber and Nutrition

(15:48) Spending Time on Social Media

(19:41) Avoiding Shiny Object Syndrome

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If you've been struggling when it comes to your grocery list or you end up buying a bunch of food that you never intended to at the grocery, today's episode is for you! Over the past 20 years in my own life and helping our clients at SFHQ and the SF Coaching Method, I've got a great handle on shopping for the essentials and what fuels and nourishes my body.

As I enter perimenopause, I am even more cognizant of what I'm buying. I'll go through my entire list including protein, carbohydrate, and fat sources, and leave you with some food for thought.

Time Stamps:

(1:25) My Go-To Grocery List

(5:18) The Breakdown of My Grocery List

(8:58) Starting with Protein

(12:15) Making Meals At Home

(14:37) Carbohydrate Sources

(18:28) Fat Sources

(23:28) Parting Advice

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If 2020 taught us anything, it was the value of connection and I've noticed a trend of individuals feeling less and less connected to others and I wanted to speak on this topic. I believe as we age and mature, our friendship group becomes smaller but more intimate and we learn to say no to the things we know we don't want to do. By our 40's at least in my experience, we know what we like and what we don't. Personal responsibility as we mature is key and in this episode, I want to share my thoughts on taking personal responsibility when it comes to our friendships and our relationship with ourselves.

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(1:33) Connection, Friendship, and Relationships

(4:20) Our 20’s vs Our 40’s

(9:30) The 4 Agreements

(12:45) I Was To Blame

(13:40) Taking Personal Responsibility

(19:50) What I Enjoy

(24:42) Please Share The Show

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Happy Memorial Day! I hope you were able to spend this holiday weekend just how you wanted to and in the spirit of summer, I want to share something special with you. If you want to make 2024 your best year yet when it comes to your health and beauty, I have just the episode for you. I want to share my top 8 health and beauty hacks I've used and will continue to use going into this summer. Please let me know which ones you decide to incorporate!

Time Stamps:

(1:18) Happy Memorial Day!

(1:34) My Top 8 Health and Beauty Hacks

(2:16) #1: Increase Your Step Game

(4:40) Add a Weighted Vest

(5:08) #2: Farmer’s Markets

(7:55) Romanticize Your Life

(8:15) #3: Hydration

(9:15) Type of Salt

(11:10) #4: Meet Friends for Activities

(13:35) #5: The Perfect Grill Guide

(15:28) #6: Skin Care

(16:50) Low Toxic Lifestyle

(17:18) #7: More Sunlight

(18:51) #8: Cold Plunge

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