Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #181 Boundaries  In this episode I share how healthy boundaries are necessary and very beneficial for your fitness goals. Especially if you’re just beginning, knowing where to insert a boundary versus following hard to stick to ultimatums could be the difference between adherence and quitting. ? Much love!  Debra  Support the show by subscribing!! https://www.buzzsprout.com/711555/support Subscribe to The Women’s Fittest podcast as new episodes drop every Monday and throughout the week. Yo ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #180 Roman Empire. After a much needed break from social media in all forms I’m back on here sharing a trend I’ve seen quite a bit over the past several months on it about the Roman Empire.  Apparently men think about the Roman Empire quite regularly, so, the question is, what is women’s “Roman Empire”. Many videos hit my feed with women talking about body image and I wanted to address this from both a personal and professional angle.  I hope this episode edifies you and inspires you to challen ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #179 with IFBB Women’s Physique Pro Janessa Roy. Janessa and I became instagram friends after several voice message exchanges while she was contest prepping and faithfully listening to the podcast while getting her steps in through outdoor walks (cardio). After learning she was barely a year post partum, I asked her to be a guest on the show.  Truthfully she gives a very interesting and detailed perspective on competing so soon after having a baby. This is a controversial topic, and though I still bel ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #178 mythbusting gut health with Sarah Ford Bishop!  We covered a lot of your questions and concerns with this episode! I’m super grateful to Sarah for the experience she’s gained and knowledge she’s invested into this topic of gut health. So much of our health is connected to our digestive system.  Topics Covered: What is a healthy gut Cleanses or detox  Basics for a healthy gut How soon after eating can you exercise  What alcohol does to the gut Supplements to promote gut health  ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #176 interview with Leana Kaplan! If you don’t know her or follow her, do it now, you won’t regret it! And after this you’ll feel like her bestie!! Although Leana isn’t a pro, yet, she’s made big waves in the industry in just a few years and is a riot to follow on social media. Her gorgeous pictures and extremely muscular physique perfectly encompass a wild and enthusiastic personality. She’s like a muscle mermaid (that hair) with a heart of gold. My face hurt from smiling so hard! This was such a fun chat ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #175 with Sarah Ford Bishop! This month we are trading in Mythbusting for some honest pre-holiday reflection.  In the first part of this episode Sarah and I discuss how far we’ve both come in our respective eating disorder journeys as marked poignantly by the upcoming 2023 holiday. In doing so we share some of our best strategies for recovery from misusing food. We then share some of our best tips for savoring the holidays while reaching your respective health and fitness goals in aspects both mental a ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #174 with Autumn Cleveland IFBB Pro! Autumn is becoming more and more renown in this space as an elite coach and posing educator so this episode is a detailed discussion on coaching.     Topics Covered: How to choose your prep coach  What your prep coach cannot do Are you ready to be a prep coach  In this episode (recorded way back in September) we discuss Autumns blog articles on coaching, her 2 shows and done Olympia qualification, plus lots of fun chit chat! Whether you’re look ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #173 Healing unhealthy food relationships. In this episode I share some tips for recovering from emotional eating. This has been a very focused journey since 2020 for myself and it’s wild to think about how far I’ve come. Most of the women I’ve encountered who are looking to change their physique are being held back by their unhealthy food relationship.  I’ll continue to talk on this topic as I know many of you listeners struggle navigating this journey from a variety of capacities and avenues.  ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #172 interview with IFBB Fitness Pro Michelle Mensah! @shellyfit_ifbbpro Recorded way back in early September, I’ve been sitting on this one, and I cannot wait to share it with y’all. Michelle (Shelly) Mensah caught my eye last year when she graced the Olympia stage in the fitness category. He physique is phenomenal with exquisite stage presence. She’s just feeling eye catching! And her fitness performances are out of this world. But even more so Shelly is an experienced coach, a gracious mom, and a genuine ..read more

Thanks for listening to another episode of The Women’s Fittest Podcast! This is episode #171 Olympia 2023 Recap of all the women’s divisions, with Sarah Ford Bishop!  1. Women’s bodybuilding @mzprettymuscle  2. Wellness @franciellemattos  3. Women’s physique @iamsarahfit 3. Fitness @oksanagrishina  4. Figure @vytamin_c  6. Bikini @jenniferdorie_ifbbpro Support the show by subscribing!! https://www.buzzsprout.com/711555/support Subscribe to The Women’s Fittest podcast as new episodes drop every Monday and throughout the week. Your reviews are appreciated and truly m ..read more