Fitness Cults: So…This Is Kinda Weird, Right?

This mid-season bonus episode of Nacho Fitness Coach features Kathy Barron, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Women Who Podcast Magazine and host of the Women Who Sarcast podcast, joining us to talk about one of our favorite uncomfortable topics: fitness cults.We get into how certain fitness programs, brands, and “communities” start out motivational and somehow end up requiring unwavering loyalty, strict rules, and a suspicious lack of questions. Totally normal stuff. We talk about hype culture, influencer authority, and how fitness can quietly shift from something you do into something you’re expected to believe.As always, there are side tangents, sarcasm, and a healthy amount of unserious commentary—but the point still lands: fitness should support your life, not become your personality. And if your workout plan feels more like a belief system than a tool…well. You’re not wrong to think that’s kinda weird.Women Who Podcast MagazineWomen Who Podcast Magazine InstagramWomen Who Sarcast InstagramListen to Women Who Sarcast on your favorite podcast platform! Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara dive into the idea of “death by 1,000 papercuts” and how the tiniest daily choices can quietly shape your energy, your mood, and your health. We break down the viral wellness concept from Higher Up Wellness and talk about why so many of us feel exhausted, foggy, or stuck even when nothing “big” is wrong.From skipped walks to chaotic sleep to the invisible drain of everyday habits, we explore how those papercuts add up—and more importantly, how small, realistic changes can start healing them. Of course, it wouldn’t be an episode without tangents, including Caleigh’s nose crisis, butt compliments, fashion trends we refuse to follow, and a full roast of Nebraska aesthetic pressures.If you’ve felt tired for so long that it started to feel normal, or you’re ready to make progress without overhauling your entire life, this episode is a nudge back toward taking care of future-you—one tiny habit at a time.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, we’re talking about weighted vests — or more accurately, the internet’s obsession with convincing everyone they need one. We break down what these things actually do, why they’ve suddenly become the new personality trait on TikTok, and whether strapping 20 extra pounds to your body is helping you reach your goals… or just helping influencers sell gear.Sara brings the facts (and a rant, obviously), explaining why running already gives your joints 12–15 times your bodyweight and maybe—just maybe—you don’t need to toss a vest on top of that. Meanwhile, Caleigh discovers that the pockets are perfect for snacks, which is honestly the strongest argument for buying one.We dig into marketing vs. reality, strength training vs. shortcuts, and why people will do absolutely anything except lift heavy weights. If you’ve ever Googled “weighted vest benefits” after seeing a hot girl jog with one, this episode is for you.Moral of the story? If TikTok told you to do it… maybe double-check with two tired moms and a microphone first.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara dive into a TED Talk from Dr. Jamie Seeman—aka Dr. Fit and Fabulous—to unpack why building muscle is one of the most powerful things women can do for their long-term health.We talk through the myths that keep women out of the weight room, the difference between training for aesthetics vs. training for longevity, and why strong women truly are healthier women.In true Nacho fashion, we also detour into birthday gift chaos, mom guilt, stadium stairs, bra straps, and a fly murder that absolutely no one asked for.Whether you're already lifting or just trying to get your steps in while your kids are at practice, this episode will give you a fresh, empowering perspective on strength training—without the pressure, perfectionism, or fitness-bro nonsense.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara dive into a listener question that hits way too close to home: “Do I always have to have a goal, or can I just… be content?” We talk about what it really feels like to be in a midlife season where you’re not chasing a major transformation — you’re just trying to maintain your routine, your sanity, and maybe your calves.We dig into why maintenance is actually one of the hardest goals to commit to, the pressure to always be “improving,” and what it means to let yourself coast without feeling guilty. And because it’s us, there’s also plenty of breakfast drama, lazy-girl fitness eras, and unsolicited calf compliments.If you’re thriving, surviving, or floating somewhere in between, this episode is your reminder that midlife doesn’t have to be a crisis… sometimes it’s just a vibe.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara are asking the hard question — Do you even eat, bro? We’re diving into why so many people think suffering equals progress and how “cutting calories” can quickly turn into cutting corners.We talk about what an aggressive cut really means, how to tell the difference between fat loss and full-on burnout, and why eating like a normal human might actually be the key to better results.We’re calling out diet culture, unpacking the glorification of hunger, and reminding you that starving isn’t a flex. It’s fitness — but make it unhinged.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara take “Would You Rather” to a whole new level of chaos. What starts as a harmless game quickly turns into a deep dive into our worst ideas and most questionable choices. From running a 5K in Crocs to doing leg day in cowboy boots, we put ourselves through a series of hypothetical disasters that somehow feel a little too real.Along the way, we talk about why we overthink simple decisions, how we justify bad ones, and why it’s usually better to just laugh it off. It’s the kind of episode that proves we should never be left unsupervised—but also why that’s what makes it fun.It’s part fitness, part therapy, and mostly nonsense… just how we like it.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara tackle one of the most confusing movement debates in fitness — squat vs. hinge. What’s the difference, why does it matter, and why does Caleigh still feel it in all the wrong places? From sleepy glutes and deadlift disasters to the eternal quest for good form, Sara breaks down how to actually move your body without wrecking your back. They also somehow end up talking about sports (spoiler: Caleigh still doesn’t care) and why most of us are just trying to wake up our butts and hold it together.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

In this week’s episode of Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara are talking about what happens when you finally face the consequences of your choices — because sometimes you just have to FAFO to figure it out.From Taylor Swift haters to people blaming genetics and hormones for every problem, we’re calling out the excuses that keep people stuck. We get into the difference between actual health challenges and self-inflicted ones, why accountability isn’t a bad word, and how the basics — sleep, water, movement, food, and honesty — still work better than any magic fix.It’s equal parts real talk and ridiculous tangents, complete with a few Swiftie debates, a Nickelback confession, and Sara’s signature soapbox moment about taking ownership.Connect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.

This week on Nacho Fitness Coach, Caleigh and Sara sit down with Pete Moore, founder of HALO Talks and the HALO Academy, to talk about what it really means to build a healthier world. From the business side of wellness to the everyday habits that actually make a difference, we dive into how fitness can—and should—be more human, connected, and sustainable. Pete shares lessons from decades in the industry, stories of purpose-driven leaders, and why “health” goes far beyond the gym floor.Connect with Pete Moore on social media!Website: halotalks.com Podcast on Spotify: HALO TalksYouTube: HALO Talks Channel LinkedIn: Pete Moore | Integrity Square / HALO Talks Instagram: @thehaloadvisorsConnect with us on social media!Instagram | TikTok | Threads | Youtube | Facebook | X (Twitter) | WebsiteThis podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information and is designed for educational and entertainment purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard on this podcast. The use of any information provided by Nacho Fitness Coach podcast is solely at your own risk.