88. ten things we learned the hard way (so you don't have to)

We're revealing 10 things that we learned the hard way in hopes that it'll make your life and fitness journey EASIER.Sure there are things that we can't expedite aha's for you- but if this list even gives you things to think about, we've started that train for you.Also if you're reading this- we super appreciate you listening to this podcast. XOXO Heidi and NatalieWhere to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

We're diving into delicate territory with an episode with Coach Lo and her story of alcoholism and how it impacted motherhood and her health and her journey to recovery. Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

Most people can lose the weight but KEEPING IT OFF is arguably harder. Today we're excited to chat with our long time friend Coach Lindsey Mathews @trainerlindsey ALL ABOUT MAINTENANCEWe cover5 things that are keeping you from being successful in this phaseOur own maintenance struggles and storiesand more!Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

Excited to chat with the darling Brittany Powell @brittpowellfit all about giving our food and fitness relationship context- from your childhood to your surroundings it impacts so much more than you can imagine! Can't wait to see how you all relate toYour parentsCultureIdentityFutureDiet cultureAnd more!Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

Hey GUYS! It's been awhile- we took a break and are back with some fresh new guests and episodes for you.What better way to kick of 2024 than with our fave Jordan Lips.In this episodelife updatechanging your expectationsrewriting your capacity your identity expandedand more thought provoking discussion!Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

Wish you could fast forward to the best version of yourself? In this super fun and insightful episode we go over the most cherished changes that our fitness evolutions have brought to us.It's everything we wish we could give you without the work in one episode... but in hopes that you'll see that not only are these things possible- they're waiting for you.We coverbeing ok when we're uncomfortableletting go of judgmentbeing gentle with imperfectionsliving in an AND worldbeing stronger than you think more compassionAND SO MUCH MORE!Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

If I have one, I have to eat them all.I have no control.Once I start I can't stop.It ruins my day.I can't have them around or I'll binge.When being around treats is HARD- we create a lot of rules for ourselves in an effort to keep us "safe". Ironically we don't feel "safe" around them- which can create a lot of noise and judgment about the things we WANT to eat but don't feel like we CAN.Join us as we deep dive into your stressful thoughts around treats!(this episode was originally featured as episode 52 of the butter dish)Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

Obsessed with this chat with Shawna Norton @competitivefemaletraining ALL about being and becoming strong women no matter how old you are.If you have a body, you are an athlete. Can you imagine if you treated yourself as such?We chat aboutwhy strength training and how to get started if you're newthings that need to be normalizedincreasing PRS/push ups/pull upsrecovery and prioritiesand more!Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

Do you know WHAT an eating disorder is? What are your beliefs about them? Have you heard of orthorexia? We had such a great conversation with Anika Roy of @beating.disordered.eating all about eating disorders... and it might not be what you think!We chat abouther story with orthorexiathe stupid BMI chartnutritionbehaviorsgeneticseyes on your own plateunhealthy relationships with foodobsession vs healthyweight lossand more!Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected] 

We had such a great time talking to Coach Gaya @being.lady.gaya about all things evolution... in fitness and in health (should be a new marriage line right?)Some of the things we chat aboutmacro coachingmagical weight loss numberssuperstitious food beliefswell meaning family memberscultural challengesageresults as we evolve and more!Where to find usInstagram @butteryourmacrosThe Internet www.butteryourmacros.comTwitter @whatsupbuttersTikTok @whatsupbuttersInbox [email protected]