In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Dana Lynn Kaye, the inspiring owner and founder of Devotion Nutrition. Dana shares her personal journey of maintaining fitness after having kids, balancing motherhood with her fitness goals, and running a successful business.

Topic 1: Fitness After Kids

Postpartum Fitness Journey: Dana opens up about how her fitness routine changed after having kids and the biggest challenges she faced in getting back into shape after pregnancy.

Balancing Fitness with Motherhood: Discover how Dana finds time to work out while managing the demands of motherhood.

Maintaining Motivation: Learn how Dana stays motivated to keep fit despite the exhaustion and time constraints that come with having kids, and the specific goals or milestones that help keep her on track.

Topic 2: Staying Fit While Having a Family

Family Fitness Activities: Dana shares family-friendly fitness activities she enjoys and how she involves her kids in her fitness routine.

Healthy Lifestyle for the Whole Family: Get tips on how Dana promotes healthy eating and exercise habits within her family and advice for parents who want to set a good example for their children.

Time Management: Dana discusses how she manages her time effectively to fit in workouts amidst family responsibilities.

Topic 3: Being Fit While Running a Successful Business and Being a Mom

Balancing Business and Fitness: A look into a typical day for Dana as she manages her business, family, and fitness.

Overcoming Challenges: Dana talks about the biggest challenges she has faced in balancing fitness with running a business and being a mom, and how she has overcome them.

Tips for Aspiring Fit Entrepreneurs: Dana shares resources and tools that have been particularly helpful for her in managing her time and staying organized.

Tune in for an episode full of practical tips, personal stories, and motivational insights that will inspire you to balance fitness, family, and career just like Dana Lynn Kaye!

Coach Vinny

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Dr. Eryn

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Dana Lynn Kaye

Email: dana@devotionnutrition.com

Instagram: danalynnkaye

Podcast: Until Its Done... A Devoted Podcast

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We are thrilled to welcome the brilliant Victoria Felkar to the podcast! Victoria is a renowned researcher, educator, and consultant who has dedicated her career to exploring the intersections of physiology, endocrinology, and human performance. Her groundbreaking work has illuminated the complex roles hormones play in athletic performance, especially for female athletes.

In this episode, Victoria dives into:

• Hormones and Athletic Performance: How did Victoria become interested in this field? Discover her journey and the passion behind her research.

• Menstrual Cycle and Athletic Performance: Understanding the menstrual cycle's impact on athletic performance and overall well-being. Victoria explains what the menstrual cycle is, its importance, and debunks common myths.

• Pharmaceutical Interventions: The historical and current use of pharmaceutical estrogens and progestogens in elite sports, and their impact on female athletes. Victoria also discusses the effects of menopause and peri-menopause on athletic performance.

• Current Research and Challenges: Get an overview of Victoria's current research, including the limitations and challenges in studying hormone changes in athletes, and her strategies for robust research design and participant recruitment.

Key Questions Answered:

• What are the biggest misconceptions about the menstrual cycle and athletic performance?

• How can nutrition and exercise be structured around the menstrual cycle?

• What does current research reveal about the relationship between the menstrual cycle and athletic performance?

• How do pharmaceutical interventions affect female athletes, particularly during menopause and peri-menopause?

• What are the most exciting developments in Victoria's research?

Listen Now on your favorite podcast platform and gain evidence-based insights into the intricate world of hormones and athletic performance!

Coach Vinny
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Dr. Eryn
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Victoria Felkar
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Instagram: victoriafelkar

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In this episode, Coach Vinny is diving deep into 5 questions asked via TikTok. If you want to know if carb cycling actually works, if you should count macros, if you need to do cardio even when injured, then you're going to love this episode!

Questions:

1. Does carb cycling work?

2. Does Counting Macros Work?

3. Can you start dieting right away by just cutting 500 calories?

4. Is there a limit to the amount of muscle you can put on naturally?

5. Can you lose BF with an injury that prevents you from doing cardio?

Key Takeaways:

• Carb cycling can optimize fat loss while preserving muscle and boosting psychological adherence to dieting.

• Counting macros provides a structured yet flexible approach to dieting, promoting better food awareness and long-term success.

• Drastic calorie cuts and generic diet advice often fail to consider individual needs and metabolic adaptations.

• Understanding the limits of natural muscle gain and adapting fat loss strategies when injured ensures continued progress.

Tune in to discover how these strategies can help you achieve your best body with sustainable and science-backed methods!

Coach Vinny

Email: vinny@balancedbodies.io

Instagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodies

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Dr. Eryn

Email: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.io

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Facebook: Eryn Stansfield

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