Diet Dropout - A Fresh Take On Fitness

In this episode I chat with Strength Coach, Injury Expert and 3X American Ninja Warrior Angela Gargano.  This episode is packed with a ton of inspiration on overcoming obstacles and pursuing your dreams.  Angela talks about how she began her fitness journey from where she grew up, to opening up her gym , to taking risks and selling everything to move to New York to follow her dreams.  She gives some great advice on overcoming obstacles and in her case a knee injury that forced her to have surgery and reevaluate where she was in life.  Angela also opens up about her experience with American Ninja warrior and that whole experience with reality tv.  This is such a powerful episode !  RESOURCES: FOLLOW ANGELA - CLICK HERE   FOR QUESTIONS OR PODCAST SUGGESTIONS EMAIL ME : Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

Hi all!  In this episode I talk about how to stop having a weight problem.... is to stop making weight your problem.  I give tips on how to be healthy overall and to stop focusing on weight. I also talk about why most people gain the weight back.  I give some insight on my story and the day I stopped focusing on my weight and started to work on my inner self as well as my mental health.    Thank you so much and if you liked this episode please leave a rate and review.  Email me with questions- Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

In this episode I talk about "showing up" and what that means to me. I talk about the different seasons in life and how we can show up for those different seasons.  I give some personal stories of how I handle certain situations in relationships , specifically with Keith and how my past relationships has affected ours.    Hope you enjoy this BONUS episode and if you enjoyed it please leave a rate and review.    If you have any questions please email me - Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

Hi all! In this episode I talk with Grace Bishara about food allergies and how it can completely affect your life and mental health.  I talk with Grace who has been suffering with food allergies since a young age. Living malnourished for years until she was finally diagnosed and now has learned to live with food allergies.  We also talk about her day job working at the United Food bank and the people she helps on a daily basis as well as ways you can get involved.  She has a program available soon that will help you build your glutes! Make sure to give her a follow!  What is is LOVING RIGHT NOW: 1. LOVING Organic Tater tots from Sprouts  2. She recommends reading "Beginners Pluck" by Liz Forkin Bohannon 3. She's listening to rock and roll and loves Chevelle FOLLOW GRACE-- CLICK HERE FOR HER INSTAGRAM     OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR MY ONE ON ONE TRAINING- CLICK HERE EMAIL ME IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS- Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

Hi guys! In this episode I give you a rundown of all my current supplements and WHY I take them. I also talk about the supplements I took when I was healing my thyroid. ( I referenced my Thyroid Reboot Program - link below)  * Remember to always consult with your doctor or naturopath before jumping on any supplement routine *  I also talk about forgetting the rules we are taught about health and fitness and reframing new rules!  I hope you enjoy this episode!    Thyroid Reboot Available Here-- CLICK HERE   OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR MY ONE ON ONE TRAINING - BEGINNING IN JANUARY CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE LIST   Any questions? Email - Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

In this episode I talk about how we react to situations and people can have a huge affect on us negatively/positively. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. The same goes with how we respond to situations.  Does how your react create stress , anxiety , sadness? Change the narrative and respond differently than what you normally do.  It all starts in our mind and you all have the power to truly have a positive life--- it all starts right in our minds and behavior.    Hope you all like this episode.  Any questions please email me at- Felicia@dietdropoutpodcast.com    Follow - Diet Dropout Podcast Instagram

In this episode I talk with Olympic level coach and former boxer Cary Williams. She is the CEO and co creator of Boxing and Barbells, Owner of the Stables in Southern California and Founder of the Too Pretty Brand.  We talk about business and what its like running a studio, the fitness industry, our experience on Fit To Fat To Fit and her struggles with an autoimmune disease.  Make sure to listen and subscribe!    RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for Cary's IG Boxing N Barbells The Stables   Thank you so much! If you have questions please feel free to email me at Felica@DietDropoutPodcast.com

In this episode I chat with Jerry and Dean Lavigne. These two are YouTube stars with over 2 million subscribers between their 8 channels. This episode nothing short of real, raw and vulnerable. We talk about marriage and how to work through the tough times. They also open up about their kids and raising a son with autism. So powerful and transparent for any parent with a child with autism. Dee also talks about her explant surgery and why she decided to have them removed after being sick for years.  This episode is so powerful and I  am so glad I had a chance to chat with them! I hope you like the episode!  RESOURCES: The Lavigne Life- Click Here For Their Instagram Dee's Fitness IG page- Click Here YOUTUBE-- The Lavigne Life YouTube Channel Make sure to give them a follow and if you liked this episode please subscribe and leave a review! xo  Email me with questions- Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

In this episode I talk about a recent Instagram post I did talking about my cellulite. I  wanted to talk about the current body positive movement I am seeing from other women , and women in the public eye talking about their bodies and showing their "real" selves.  Here is the post - Felicia's Post   Thank you so much for listening and if you loved this episode please leave a review:)    Questions or want to be on the podcast- Email me: Felicia@Dietdropoutpodcast.com

In this episode I chat with Marzia Prince. Award winning trainer who has been a plant chic since 2010. She co-founded PlantChics.  We dig deep with some of the health issues she experienced from eating a high protein diet and after being hospitalized 3 times decided to stop eating meat and embrace the plant based life.  Marzia talks about how eating more plant based has completely changed her life and gives valuable tips on how we can all add more plants and fiber to our lifestyle.  We go through her daily routine , what she eats , her favorite recipes and so much more..... thank you for tuning in!  RESOURCES: Marzia Prince IG Plant Chics IG Check out her website -- CLICK HERE HER FAVORITES: Food: Black beans + sweet potato + kale  Listening to: Nutrition Realms podcast (Evidence based)  Any questions please email me- Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

In this episode I go through all the questions I have received over the last 4 months. Questions about my health, my relationship , my childhood and lots more....  Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review :)    For questions email me at- Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com Follow my IG- Diet Dropout Podcast

In this episode I chat with HIITBURN and HIITMAX co-creator Kelsey Heenan. SHE is the ultimate educator and motivator helping you get fit by improving your relationship with food and exercise.  She was so amazing to chat with and in this episode she opens up about her ED (eating disorder) and obsessive over exerciser. We talk about the movie "I Am Pretty" with Amy Schumer and we dissect the difference between mental and physical changes with the ourselves.  We also talk about her viral post about internet trolls and how she deals with negativity.  I just loved our conversation. She opens up about her routine, intuitive eating , HIIT training and why she loves it, her pup Lily and so much more.... I hope you like it too!    KELSEY'S LOVES: Food ( Her nighttime snack) : Lundberg cinnamon rice cakes + nut butter +honey+ chocolate chips Reading: The Obesity Code - by Jason Fung Listening: The Best Life Podcast - DannyJ and JillFit  FOLLOW KELSEY:  Kelsey's Instagram Here Kelsey's website -- check out her monthly

In this episode I had the chance to chat with Carb Cycling expert Lindsay Huelse, creator of the FittCycle.  We talk about preventative health measures and why sometimes it is tough to change your routine and habits. Carb cycling and the benefits of this way of eating. She is eliminating the fear that many have around carbs and teaches women how to work with those foods and workouts.  She also talks about how important having a supportive community of like minded people that support each others goals. Lindsay is all about educating and figuring the "WHY " around the "WHAT".  What Lindsay is LOVING right now: Food: Protein oats - "Oats overnight" Oats Overnight Reading : Girl, Stop Apologizing by Rachel Hollis  Listening: "The Broken Brain Podcast" with Dr. Mark Hyman FOLLOW LINDSAY'S IG HERE Thank you so much for listening in and please subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!    EMAIL ME- Felicia@Dietdropoutpodcast.com

In this episode I  open up about my childhood, my parents divorce and how certain experiences shaped the rest of my life.  I  really open up about certain points in my life that had a HUGE affect on me and my health and happiness.  I am so grateful for this platform and how it has really aided in my transparency and openness to all of you.    Please subscribe and leave a review!  Email me at: Felicia@DietDropoutPodcast.com

In this episode I chat with Hilary Rank. Health and wellness coach and the creator of "The Balanced Effect" ( the new evolution of healthy over 40). She helps women look and feel sexy, happy and healthy over 40.  I absolutely loved talking with Hilary and we touched on a lot of important subjects. We dove into her Autoimmune disease and how she healed it. She talks about her years dealing with Interstitial Cystitis, what she thinks caused it and how she overcame it.  She also opens up about her decision to explant her breast implants. It was a tough decision for her to make but so important to hear her thoughts surrounding this.  Hilary also talks about how taking massive action to get healthy might be the worst thing you can do. We even touch on how to improve sex life over 40 in this super informative episode!  Would love for you to subscribe and leave a review if you love this episode!    Follow Hilary :  Website : Click here Instagram : Click here What she is LOVING right now:  Food -Brussel sprouts  Book

In this episode I talk with Carmen Ohling. Carmen is a Holistic Nutritionist, Empowerment Coach and Speaker.  I loved our conversation in this episode. We dissect "Diet Shaming" and "Diet Culture" . How it is important to do what is BEST for your body and lifestyle while still incorporating nutritious, healthy food.  This is such a great conversation and throughout the episode challenge the notion of "healthy " and what that looks like.  Carmen is LOVING: 1. Her air fryer- I love mine too btw (seriously a life saver) 2. Book- Own Your Everyday by Jordan Lee Dooley 3. Listening- Diet Dropout Podcast and the Influencer podcast.  Follow Carmen :  Carmen's instagram   Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode! I would so appreciate it.  Email me- Felicia@dietdropoutpodcast.com  

In this episode I give you all a history of my first binge eating episode. I  talk about my childhood and teen years and growing up playing sports. I did not grow up around words like "diet" and "weight loss" and I open up about my first time dieting and how I felt.  This stemmed from a conversation I had with my girlfriend and the things her daughter is dealing with and it really got me thinking about my beginning of when I  started to care about my physical look and food.    Thank you so much for listening and I hope you enjoyed this episode. If you loved it, please subscribe and leave a review :)    Contact me- Felicia@dietdropoutpodcast.com

In this episode I talk about detoxing your mind and why it's important. I give some personal stories as to why I have negative thoughts. I    provide 5 tips on how to detox.    1. Brain dump- journal all of the things that might be causing overwhelm. Get it all out ,make a list of whats important and what is not important.  2. Find your happy place- in nature, meditation, yoga.. find something that makes you happy.  3. Limit distractions like social media 4. Stop consuming negative content and negative people  5. Stop multitasking and focus on one thing Hope this episode helps! IF you enjoyed it please subscribe and leave a review :)  Contact me- felicia@dietdropoutpodcast.com

Thank you for tuning into this weeks episode! In this episode I talk about the 5 things I did to shift my body and return to it back to "normal" post competing and trauma.  1. Decrease animal protein - this helped tremendously with bloat and inflammation .  2. Stopped lifting heavy and overall weight lifting. I stopped for about a year through the process of healing. 3. Regulated Hormones  4. Healed thyroid through gluten, dairy free and anti inflammatory foods.  5. Prioritized sleep and stress management.    Listen in as I dig deep into these shifts I made and how it helped me tremendously.  Thank so much and please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode.  Any questions or topic suggestions - email me at Felicia@dietdropoutpodcast.com

In today's episode I chat with Dr. Morgan Francis! With over 20 years in the mental health field, Dr. Francis is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. She specializes in the treatment of Body Image and Eating Disorders, Self Empowerment, Sexual Compulsive Behavior, Mood Disorders, Relationships, and Trauma.  In 2017, Dr. Francis founded, Scottsdale Premier Counseling, a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona providing individual, couples and group therapy. I absolutely loved my talk with her and her take on so many issues facing society today. She talks about mental health and dieting and self image can affect it. She also breaks down issues surrounding :  - The Minnesota starvation experiment  - Beyonce and Coachella  - Mental health  - and her new online course "Bye Bye body blame" ..coming soon.  Thank you so much for listening and please subscribe and leave a review if you LOVED this episode.  RESOURCES : Follow her on instagram : Instagram  Her website: Her web