You Don't Have to Earn Your Food with Exercise

Joyce, Christin, and Chloe chat all things postpartum. From hormonal chaos and identity shifts to diet culture’s obsession with “getting your body back,” they unpack the bounce-back myth and offer something wayyyyy better: permission to slow down, truly rebuild, and move forward with confidence. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode is your reminder that strength doesn’t come from shrinking after childbirth. It comes from showing up for the version of you that exists right now. Book a Free Discovery Call Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog

You don’t need another lecture about why protein matters, you need better systems. Maggie, Brooke, and Christin cut through the noise and get into what actually helps people hit their protein goal without micromanaging every bite. We're talking front-loading your day, snack strategies that doesn’t suck, meal prep that doesn’t make you hate your life, and mindset shifts that make it stick. If you’re still under-eating protein, it’s not a discipline issue – it’s a planning problem. And we can help with that! Book a Free Discovery Call Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog

Baking isn’t just about butter and sugar, it’s about connection, creativity, and happiness. Lauren, Chelsea, and Brooke explore how baking can be a powerful form of self-care, a love language, and a way to slow down in a go-go-go world. From family traditions to freezer hacks and ditching food guilt, this conversation will remind you that making something with your hands (and sharing it) is always worth it. Whether you’re into sourdough, cookies, or just the ritual of baking, this one’s for you! Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call Nutrition Coaching

Getting hurt isn’t always bad luck—sometimes it’s bad habits. In this episode, Krissy, Chelsea, and Whitney break down what actually keeps athletes injury-free. They talk about why sleep, stress management, food, and training consistency matter more than trendy recovery tools, how to tell the difference between soreness and a niggle, and why most overuse injuries are totally preventable. They also cover sport-specific insights for runners, skiers, and lifters. Whether you’re coming back from injury or just trying to stay strong through your training block, this one is for you. Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call Nutrition Coaching

You don’t have to earn your food — not with a workout, not with “good” behavior, not ever. Maggie, Jess, and Joyce call out the toxic food-and-exercise transactions we’ve been taught and show you how to break the cycle for good. If you’re ready to stop punishing yourself and start fueling a life you fully enjoy, this conversation is for you! Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call

Think eating healthy has to break the bank? Think again. Ryann, Lauren, and Morgan break down exactly how to eat well without draining your wallet. From staple foods that offer the most bang for your buck to meal prep hacks that save time and money, this is your guide to budget-friendly nutrition that doesn’t suck. Whether you’re cooking for one, feeding a family, or training like a beast, this convo will help you simplify your shopping, reduce food waste, and get the most out of every bite. Free Eating Healthy on a Budget Download Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call

Sam, Amanda, and Acacia have a candid conversation about living, training, and fueling with autoimmune disease. From lupus and rheumatoid arthritis to Hashimoto’s and celiac, they dive into the daily realities of managing symptoms, advocating for your health, and finding balance through nutrition and lifestyle. They talk flare-ups, food triggers, elimination diets, alcohol, mindset shifts, and how to meet your body with compassion—especially on the hard days. Whether you’ve been diagnosed or love someone who has, this episode is full of insight, validation, and practical strategies for showing up when your body feels like it’s working against you. Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call

Morgan and Krissy sit down with Black Iron’s newest coach, Jess Saxon — Team USA weightlifter, prosecutor, new mom, and nutrition coach. Jess shares her journey from the courtroom to the platform to postpartum life, opening up about the identity shift that comes with motherhood, navigating her first cut outside of sport, and what it really looks like to rebuild strength after birth. Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call

Training for two (or more) sports at once sounds cool and all, but what does it take to do it well? Krissy, Amanda, and Chelsea unpack what it means to be a hybrid vs. multi-sport athlete (while encouraging you to ditch the labels). They break down: the differences between hybrid and concurrent training, logistics of structuring sessions, navigating double days, prioritizing recovery, and fueling for performance. Whether you're juggling multiples sports or just trying to be well-rounded without losing your mind, this one's packed with insight and advice. Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call

Your social feeds are packed with products promising better health, more energy, and boosted performance—but do you actually need any of them? In this episode, Maggie sits down with Lauren (CNS and LDN), and Chris (PhD candidate and supplement company owner), to unpack the science, myths, and marketing behind supplementation. They cover when supplements are genuinely helpful (hello, pregnancy, athletics, and medical conditions), when they’re overkill, and how to avoid wasting money or even accidentally harming yourself. If you've ever wondered if that multivitamin is doing anything, this one's for you. Nutrition Coaching Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Book a Free Discovery Call