The Strong[HER] Way | Healthy nutrition and habits for moms, routines, strength training for women
Hey there, mama. Do you wish you ate healthier but your busy schedule has you grabbing for convenience food or finding yourself at the drive-thru several times a week?
Are you sick of your clothes not fitting and wish that you felt like yourself again?
Does the word “diet” make you cringe because you’re reminded of all the times you’ve tried to lose weight - only to feel constantly hungry and deprived?
I am so excited you're here! In this podcast, you will learn proven brain-based nutrition and fitness habits that will help you understand how to eat and move your body in a way that fuels your body and mind - so you can keep up with those crazy kids!
You’ll feel more energetic, confident in your clothes, and consistent in sustainable routines that are realistic for your busy life and also support your health goals.
Hey, I’m Alisha. A wife, mom, fitness/nutrition/lifestyle coach. I dieted for over a decade, losing and regaining the same weight over and over. I was not only chasing a number on the scale, but I was also trying to be everything to everyone, which only left me feeling more exhausted and worse about myself.
I finally realized that if I was going to show up as the wife and mom I wanted and find freedom in my health I needed to work on my relationship to food, exercise, my body, and myself. I learned about the power of changing our brain (aka our thinking) - and our behavior- through habits that supported the healthy lifestyle that I craved. And now I’m ready to share everything I’ve learned with you!
If you are ready to finally find a simple nutrition and fitness plan that is built for busy moms...
Feel better in your clothes and about what you see in the mirror...
Results that are undeniable like more energy to serve your family well,
Fat loss (without feeling deprived or restricted), improved mood, and better sleep - this podcast is for you!
Grab your protein smoothie, lace up your shoes, and let’s get StrongHER - together!
The Strong[HER] Way | Healthy nutrition and habits for moms, routines, strength training for women
The food habit I bet your mama didn't teach you
What's up friends?
It is so great to be back with you again bringing another episode that was made just for you. I hope you are all enjoying the week so far, and are savoring each moment and each bite. That brings me to this week's episode.
One of the very first habits I teach my clients when we first start working together is to slow down when they are eating.
I know. It's not super sexy.
And you might have been expecting some massive overhaul to the pantry or a radical meal plan that cut out all their favorite foods or a strict calorie restriction..because you know, eat less and move more (insert eye roll).
BUT, that is not what we work on first. And perhaps never. Instead we work on forming some new basic habits. Eating slowly happens to be the first one for most of them.
The benefits of eating slowly are crazy. For instance, better digestion, better hydration, and more satisfaction from your food...all from chewing slower.
I mean, have you ever noticed how when you throw an entire peanut butter cup into your mouth and pretty much inhale it, that it didn't quite hit the spot like you wanted?
That is because it takes time for our brains and our bodies to communicate.
Plus, slowing down while you eat can also help your body better absorb the nutrients in your food and you will likely end up eating less. (another big bonus for my clients that tend to overeat --either out of habit or for another reason).
Make sure you are set up to win by starting with the basics. Hit play and listen up. There is something for everyone in this episode---yes, even the slower eaters too ;)
Want to learn about how we can work together--whether around basic nutrition habits nobody ever taught you, or improving your relationship with food, your weight, or your body, or anything else lifestyle related?
Email alisha@alishacarlson.com
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