In today's episode, I want to explore the ongoing debate in fitness and nutrition regarding the roles of calories and hormones in weight loss. I want to talk about the importance of a holistic approach to metabolism, considering factors such as food quality, environmental influences, and individual lifestyle choices.

I also want to discuss the significance of consistency in dietary habits and the power of mindset in achieving health goals. It's important to create a personal vision for your health and to adopt sustainable practices that align with your goals.

We'll also dive into the complexities of fat gain, metabolism, and the interplay between genetics and lifestyle choices, emphasizing the importance of understanding basal metabolic rate (BMR) and non-exercise activity in managing weight.

Time Stamps:

(1:30) Understanding Metabolism

(2:35) Please Subscribe and Rate/Review

(2:58) My Faith + Fit Membership

(4:20) Why Both Matter

(8:44) What Constitutes Metabolic Health?

(11:48) Where To Start Tracking

(14:28) Just Got Back From Europe

(16:32) Where Consistency Can Become An Issue

(17:40) My Former Competitive Bodybuilding Days

(26:30) Unpacking BMR and NEAT

(33:20) Our Modern Health

(35:40) Our Environment and The Pantry

(40:15) Chronic Dieting

(48:05) Journaling

(49:25) Faith + Fitness Membership

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Faith + Fitness Academy: https://carolcovino.lpages.co/faith-fitness

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Website https://carolcovino.com

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolcovinofitness/

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My YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/@carolcovinofitness

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Finding Purpose in the Pause Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZQKKZC8

Does your health feel like a puzzle you're constantly trying to solve? Feel like there's a few missing pieces but not sure where to go to find them? Today's guest has an amazing comeback story, background, and helps women with this exact problem.

Holly Bertone is a former FBI Chief of Staff for counterintelligence turned Certified Holistic Health Coach. She is also a best selling author, keynote speaker, podcast host, and pug mom!

In this episode, we discuss Holly's story and finding health coaching, holly methodology and her ROCKY acronym, how to deal with regret in midlife, and more!

Time Stamps:

(0:30) Everyone Loves A Comeback Story

(7:25) Solving The Menopause Puzzle

(9:42) 30’s vs 40’s and Processed Foods

(22:30) Finding Agency In Her Life

(26:48) Holly’s Methodology and ROCKY

(40:25) Trip Wire/Life Threats

(44:05) Biggest Obstacle To Transformation

(49:12) Dealing With Regret

(50:55) Advice To Midlife Women

(51:55) Where To Find Holly

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Where To Find Holly:

Quiz: https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly.bertone/

Your Midlife Comeback Story Podcast: https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/blog/

Podcast Episode 136:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/136-uncover-your-covert-weight-loss-block-using-fbi/id1711772961?i=1000669393366

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Faith + Fitness Academy: https://carolcovino.lpages.co/faith-fitness

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Website https://carolcovino.com

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolcovinofitness/

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My YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/@carolcovinofitness

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Finding Purpose in the Pause Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZQKKZC8

In this conversation, Alex Sabag joins me to explore the profound impact of trauma and the journey towards healing through yoga and self-empowerment.

Alex shares her personal story of facing her boyfriend's terminal illness and how it led her to discover her purpose in life. She discusses the importance of choice in overcoming victimhood, the necessity of grace in difficult times, and the dangers of complacency in personal growth.

Through candid reflections, Alex emphasizes the need to embrace change and the lessons learned from life's challenges. In this conversation, Alex and I explore the themes of personal growth, the challenges of letting go, navigating grief, and the importance of creating space in our lives.

Alex also discusses how faith plays a role in embracing change, the tools we gain from our experiences, and the significance of saying no to maintain our mental health. The conversation culminates in a discussion about manifestation, emphasizing the need for action to achieve our dreams.

Time Stamps:

(02:22) The Journey from Trauma to Healing

(09:11) Choosing Empowerment Over Victimhood

(15:07) The Importance of Self-Choice

(21:04) Grace in the Face of Life's Challenges

(25:46) Complacency: The Silent Killer of Growth

(27:25) Embracing Change and Letting Go

(33:28) Navigating Grief and Loss

(39:46) Creating Space for Growth

(46:44) The Power of Saying No

(49:20) Manifestation: Action Over Intention

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Where To Find Alex:

• Website: https://www.soulfulalchemist.com/

• Soul Dive: My Journey Into the Deep: https://a.co/d/2Kq154C

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexsabbag/

• Yoga Studio: https://www.souldiveyoga.com/

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolcovinofitness/

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My YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/@carolcovinofitness

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Finding Purpose in the Pause Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZQKKZC8