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
Why the Scale Is Sabotaging Your Fitness Progress (And What to Focus on Instead)
In this powerful episode of The StrongHer Way, Alisha Carlson shares the truth most fitness influencers won’t tell you: the number on the scale isn’t the goal—it’s a distraction.
Whether you’re a busy mom chasing confidence, strength, or that sculpted look, this conversation will help you redefine success beyond weight loss. Alisha breaks down what body recomposition actually is, why toning is a myth, and how non-scale victories are the true measure of transformation.
If you’ve been chasing a smaller body hoping to feel better, this is your wake-up call to build a stronger one—and finally feel like you again.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why obsessing over the scale can sabotage your results
- The real difference between fat loss, weight loss, and body recomposition
- Why the “toned” look comes from building muscle—not cardio or calorie cuts
- How your self-worth has nothing to do with your weight
- The power of celebrating non-scale victories to stay motivated
- What it really means to take a holistic, sustainable approach to fitness
- How to shift your mindset and unlock a deeper level of transformation
Key Takeaways:
- Obsessing over the scale will hold you back.
- The scale doesn’t measure your progress, your worth, or your strength.
- Muscle building is essential for long-term body confidence.
- You’re already worthy—your weight doesn’t define you.
- “Toning” isn’t real. Strength is.
- Track your progress in how you feel, move, and lead—not just how you look.
- Sustainable health starts in the mind and ends in embodied confidence.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 – Breaking Free from the Scale Obsession
02:36 – Redefining Worth Beyond Weight
05:43 – Understanding Body Recomposition vs. Weight Loss
08:23 – The Myth of Toning and Building Muscle
11:37 – Tracking Progress Beyond the Scale
14:17 – The Importance of Non-Scale Wins
17:21 – Shifting Focus from Numbers to Feelings
20:06 – Creating Lasting Change Through Mindset
Resources & Links:
- 📩 Want to work with Alisha? Apply here
- 📲 DM “STRONGHER” on IG @alishacarlson_ for info on coaching
- 🎧 Listen to more episodes of The StrongHer Way
- 📘 Join the StrongHer Insider email list for bonus resources & behind-the-scenes coaching
🙌 Connect With Me:
📸 Instagram: @alishacarlson_
🌐 Website: www.alishacarlson.com
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