Primal Potential
1,564 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2.5K ratingsThe Primal Potential Podcast is about transformation, not information. So many of us KNOW what we need to do to achieve our goals but we aren't DOING it. There's a continuous gap between our INTENTIONS and our ACTIONS. Primal Potential is a TOOL to help you create massive change in your life and ENJOY the journey!
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Ep 121: Fat Loss Basics Part 1
January 05, 2016 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBTo kick off the New Year, I am doing a series called Fat Loss Basics! This is the first episode of the series and I'll be covering all the basic information about calories, hormones, fat loss foods & fitness. Today we will establish when calories matter and why a calorie deficit is not sufficient for fat loss. In this first episode of the Fat Loss Basics series, we go into detail on a few fat loss truths. Definitely listen to the entire episode to understand them in their entirety and be s...
Ep 120: Biggest Barriers To Weight Loss
January 04, 2016 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MBI decided to take a fun, new approach to my next live webinar to ensure that I am giving you guys EXACTLY what you need, not just what I think you might need. Everyone who registered for the webinar was given a survey to establish what they feel are their biggest barriers to weight loss. In today's episode, not only do I invite you to take the survey & register for the live webinar, I share the most common answers I've received and weigh in on these challenges. I will absolutely tackle thes...
Ep 119: Goal Setting Workshop
January 01, 2016 08:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MB'Tis the season for setting goals, right? Unfortunately, most people will go about their New Year goals the same way they always have. Chances are, they'll get the same results. They'll capitalize on the motivation that comes with the fresh start of a new year but that motivation will wane, they will get distracted and they'll give in to temptation and opportunity. I don't want that for you. I think we all realize that most people don't reach their New Years goals. Let's break that trend t...
Ep 118: How to Stop Emotional Eating
December 31, 2015 08:00 - 39 minutes - 55 MBYou can do this. You do not need another food list or meal plan. You need to understand and implement strategies to stop emotional eating, self-sabotage and over-indulgence. I used to be a serious emotional eater. And binge eater. And any-reason-at-all eater. I am not anymore. It's not about willpower. It's about strategy & practice. Let's PLEASE stop focusing exclusively on food & exercise and start addressing the real issues! How To Stop Emotional Eating First you really want to unders...
Ep 117: How to Make 2016 Amazing
December 29, 2015 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBI want 2016 to be different for you. I don't want you to struggle in the same 'ol ways, being obsessed with weight loss, frustrated, stopping & starting, trying & failing. I want you to be free from food obsession. I am admittedly a little tough in this episode. I'm ok with that. I'm ok with that because I believe this is the key for how to make 2016 amazing in every way. I want you to use this short episode as a daily mantra to make this the LAST year you struggle. The last year you feel ...
Q&A 37: Food Rewards, Cheat Meals & Earned Indulgences
December 26, 2015 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24.6 MBIn today's episode I'm answering your questions about food rewards, earned indulgences and cheat meals. I'll be sharing my perspective on whether or not you should use food as a reward and how to balance strategic indulgences that reflect a healthy relationship with food versus talking yourself into being inconsistent. Where is that line and how do you find it? Food Rewards, Earned Indulgences & Cheat Meals The first thing I recommend you do is evaluate whether or not these strategies (foo...
Ep 116: Healthy Eating on a Budget
December 24, 2015 08:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBEating healthy on a budget is absolutely possible. In fact, what I want to demonstrate in today's episode is that you can actually save a lot of money by eating clean, eating for fat loss and focusing on whole foods. Can it be more expensive to eat healthy? Yes. Can it be more expensive to not eat healthy? Yes. You can do it either way. The choice is yours. But eating healthy on a budget is 100% possible. Eating Healthy On A Budget I've talked before about details like how to save mone...
Ep 115: Fat Loss Breakfast
December 22, 2015 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBIt's hard to believe that it is almost the 1 year anniversary of the Primal Potential podcast. Know what the most popular episode was? Q&A 6: How to Make Breakfast A Fat Burning Meal. Given that, I thought it would be fun to do a follow-up episode answering the most common questions about breakfast and sharing some of my favorite fat loss breakfast recipes and meal ideas. Fat Loss Breakfast - Your Questions & Answers This episode goes into detailed answers, meal ideas and recipes so you c...
Ep 114: 5 Ways We Talk Ourselves Into Sabotage
December 19, 2015 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBSelf-sabotage poses a huge threat to your goals and your health. Beyond that, it's incredibly frustrating. The key to overcoming it is to understand the ways we talk ourselves into sabotage. Most people are so frustrated that they continuously set goals then get in their own way. In many cases, they don't even understand how or why it's happening. How can you want something so bad yet continue to sabotage? Why are you getting in the way of something you want so badly? I've found that ther...
Ep 113: What Tony Robbins Taught Me About Weight Loss
December 17, 2015 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBTony Robbins is one of the world's greatest teachers. He's a motivational speaker, yes, but he's far more than that. He's a coach. He helps people find their own power. He guides people out of their self-imposed darkness and helps them reach their highest potential. Obviously, I'm a fan. I've read his books, taken his courses and attended his seminars. In today's episode I'm going to share with you what Tony Robbins taught me about weight loss. In fairness, I wasn't exposed to Tony's teach...
Ep 112: Protein Bars for Weight Loss
December 15, 2015 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBAre protein bars healthy? What are the best protein bars for weight loss? In today's episode we're talking about things to consider before choosing a protein bar and figuring out whether or not they work for YOU. Many people make big mistakes with protein bars. They think they're making a healthy choice but either they're choosing a super unhealthy bar or they're not realizing that even a "healthy" bar just doesn't work for them! Protein Bars for Weight Loss - A Buyers Guide Before we dive...
Motivational Minisode: Inaction Is Harder
December 14, 2015 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBIn today's minisode you're getting a dose of motivation & a pinch in the pants! We're diving into the motivation you need to power your day and get out of the rut of inaction. The reality is this: inaction is harder than action. It really is. Inaction is harder because inaction comes with too much thinking, stressing, planning, hoping & regretting. Action requires less work, less attention, less focus and less mental mud treading. Don't miss this super-short motivational episode! http://pr...
Ep 111: Top 3 Tips For Staying Focused
December 12, 2015 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBIn today's episode I'll be sharing my top 3 tips for staying focused so you can accelerate your progress towards your goals.Where focus goes, energy flows. To achieve your goals, you've got to stay focused. But it's not quite that simple. We need to train ourselves to bring our attention to things that serve us & help us reach our goals and then we need to consistently bring our attention there. But how?! You need to be consistent to reach your goals. In order to achieve consistency, you m...
Ep 110: 5 Healthy Holiday Gift Ideas
December 10, 2015 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBCan we have a little fun today? I want to talk about fun, healthy holiday gift ideas. I'll admit right off the bat that I'm a super practical person. I have enough sweaters, candles and knick knacks. Give me something I can use! I'm always looking at what might increase my focus, motivation & desire to get healthy, stay organized, build my business or live my best life. Some people feel really motivated by new workout clothes, others by organization & simplification, others by new kitchen ...
Ep 109: 4 Fat Loss Best Practices
December 08, 2015 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBToday's show goes into 4 of 12 fat loss best practices contained within my 2015 Fat Loss Best Practices Blueprint. You can get the blueprint (normally $97) for FREE until the end of 2015. The strategies within the blueprint include 4 critical categories: diet, lifestyle, mindset & fitness. Today's episode details once strategy from each of the 4 categories. I've outlined 12 high-impact fat loss best practices in this guide that you can get for free until January 1st, 2016. Here are 4 of th...
Q&A 36: How To Deal With Holiday Stress + How To Know If Your Hormones Are Balanced
December 05, 2015 08:00 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBYay! Another Random Show where I'm answering your questions! Today we've got some great ones including how to deal with holiday stress, how to know if your hormones are balanced, objections to tracking and common big rocks to help you find yours! If you have a question or topic you'd like me to tackle on the podcast, please let me know! http://primalpotential.com/how-to-deal-with-holiday-stress/
Episode 108: 8 Foods That Help You Burn Fat
December 03, 2015 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBThis one is kind of a no brainer, huh? A list of 8 foods that help you burn fat and how they help! Well, in fairness, some of these are ingredients, but still. And they all have something in common: they work to improve the body's responsiveness to insulin. In today's episode we'll talk about how these foods & ingredients help with fat loss, where you can get them and why these mechanisms are so powerful. Plus, I'm also going to give you access to a totally free 28-pg guide to the most eff...
Ep 107: How You Can Drop 1 Size This Month
December 01, 2015 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBLet's make the most of the rest of 2015, okay? I am certain that if you follow a few of these strategies, you can drop 1 size in 30 days. That's not crazy diet talk. It's just possible. The problem isn't that we don't know what will lead to fat loss, it's that we struggle to consistently implement it. Oftentimes we do too much. We create these busy, detailed plans and then we get lost in the details. Today I simplify it for you! 10 Strategies to Drop 1 Size (before 2016) Get out of your he...
Ep 106: How To Create Motivation
November 28, 2015 08:00 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBI say all the time that motivation isn't something that strikes the fortunate. Not at all, in fact. Motivation is something you have to CHOOSE to create EVERY day! Of course, as soon as I say that, the first and most obvious question is "how??" In today's episode we're tackling just that - how to create motivation. I am going to share 11 powerful motivators from my favorite book, Ryan Holiday's The Obstacle Is The Way. http://primalpotential.com/how-to-create-motivation/
Ep 105: Are Protein Powders Healthy?
November 26, 2015 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBAre protein shakes healthy? Can they help with fat loss? What is the best type of protein? What are the differences between whey, casein, soy and gelatin? Which is best? Should I buy isolate or concentrate? How important is grass fed? What about hormone free? Whoa. So much to consider, right? In today's episode we'll be tackling all these questions and more! http://primalpotential.com/are-protein-shakes-healthy-4-things-to-know-before-you-buy
Minisode: How to Stop Making Excuses
November 24, 2015 08:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThere is a legit problem that keeps many people from reaching their fat loss and fitness goals. Actually, there are two major problems: Making excuses Lying about our options to make ourselves feel better. I know, that sounds strong. But we're so used to telling ourselves that we're "doing our best" and we don't ever really stop to consider whether or not that's even true. 99% of the time it is not true. Not even close to true. If you want to make progress, if you want to break out of the ...
Episode 104: Fiber & Constipation
November 21, 2015 08:00 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBThere is a frightening amount of misinformation about fiber, constipation and general health. Much of what we've been told about fiber has come from processed food marketing efforts and irresponsible (misleading) science. In today's episode I am going to bust many of these myths and share 7 facts about fiber, most of which will probably surprise you. Here's a little hint: increasing fiber is likely to make constipation even worse! I am completely determined to bust these myths that hold us ...
Q&A 35: How To Get Out of a Mental Funk
November 19, 2015 08:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBIn today's Q&A podcast we're talking about how to get out of a mental funk & what to do on days where you wake up feeling unmotivated, frustrated or just down. Plus, we answer questions about tracking, what it really means (and doesn't mean) for foods to love you back, which sweeteners are most fat loss friendly & a good bit more! http://primalpotential.com/how-to-get-out-of-a-mental-funk/
Minisode: How to Bounce Back
November 17, 2015 08:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBThis is probably the single most tactical episode of the Primal Potential podcast to date. If you encounter a recurring problem at work or at home, you know the steps to fix it, right? Typically, you document them. When the problem arises, you follow the steps. If your hot water stops working, you don't freak out about never having hot water again and not knowing what to do. You know the steps. Check the pilot light, etc. But we tend to lack that strategic thinking when it comes to food and ...
Episode 103: 8 Ways to Eliminate Cravings
November 14, 2015 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBThe other day I posted a quiz to determine whether or not you are carb sensitive. Get this: more than 85% of you indicated that you're struggling with carb cravings! Whoa. It does not have to be that way. Seriously. Cravings are not a required part of normal life. There are specific strategies you can implement to reduce, if not completely eliminate, cravings for sweets. In today's episode, I'm going to explain why you experience them to begin with and 8 ways to eliminate cravings for good. ...
Ep 102: Alkaline Diets - Does pH Matter?
November 12, 2015 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBToday we're going to look at alkaline diets and the theories behind them. We'll establish what is true, what is not true and how these concepts should influence the choices you make. We'll take a closer look at what foods leave behind acidic biproducts and those that do not. Should you emphasize more alkaline foods? Should you avoid acidic foods? We'll cover it all. http://primalpotential.com/alkaline-diets/
Ep 101: 6 Holiday Success Strategies
November 10, 2015 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MBDid you know that more than half of annual weight gain is put on during the holiday season? And most individuals don't take it off after the holidays are over? This makes holiday success strategies absolutely critical! Do not have this holiday season be like all the ones past! There's a better approach! Many people write off the entire holiday season and feel like progress isn't possible with the frequency of treats, parties and special occasions. I have to disagree. In today's episode I'm ...
Minisode 1: STAND UP AND FIGHT
November 09, 2015 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11 MBWoah! I am FIRED UP in this episode!!!!! I want to pop in for a very short episode that I hope you will find highly motivational. Maybe this is one you save and listen to each day to help you re-focus and stay true to your goals. STAND UP AND FIGHT! http://primalpotential.com/minisode-stand-up-and-fight/
Episode 100: 3 Things that Stop Weight Loss
November 07, 2015 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MBWe all understand that stress can work against us. We know that making good food choices can be harder when we're under stress. But we might not think about these 3 things that stop weight loss and are lesser-talked about causes of stress. See, we think of stress as mental and emotional. But there are 3 very specific things that might be stopping your weight loss by causing stress you don't even feel! We'll talk in detail about these three things and then go into 6 strategies you can impleme...
Q&A 34: How to Manage Hunger & Cravings
November 05, 2015 08:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBI love answering your questions! Today we're tackling a bunch of them including my thoughts on how to manage hunger and cravings, how to get back on track after a binge, hormone free yogurt and other dairy products, whether or not breakfast is important for fat loss and more! If you have questions, please send them to me! I will answering you publicly or privately! Seriously. There is no need to feel stuck or uncertain. I want to help. Let's kill two birds with one stone, yeah? (That's such...
Ep 099: Creating a Morning Routine
November 03, 2015 08:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBIf you are thinking, "I don't have time for a morning routine" then you are precisely the person who needs to listen to this episode on creating a morning routine. Before you poo-poo the idea, ask yourself this: "Who am I to suggest they aren't valuable when pretty much all of the most successful people in the world have deliberate morning routines? Might I have something to gain from being open-minded about this?" In today's episode we'll be talking about what you stand to gain from a morn...
Ep 098: Does Bacon Cause Cancer?
October 31, 2015 07:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBRecently, the World Health Organization decreed that bacon & processed meats contain carcinogens and classified both in the same risk category as tobacco and asbestos. Of course, this has raised a lot of questions and triggered alarm in bacon lovers across the world. But is it true? Does bacon cause cancer? There's a lot more to this story and I want to take the time today to go through some of the fine points and establish the bottom line. http://primalpotential.com/does-bacon-cause-cancer/
Ep 097: Two Approaches to Weight Loss
October 29, 2015 07:00 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MBI'm bracing myself! I know many of you aren't going to like what I have to say on this episode! The reason I think there will be resistance is because we live in a quick fix culture. We want what we want and we want it now. We don't want to wait. We don't care about the long term, we'll deal with that later, we just want to get results as fast as possible. This miiiiiight not be the best approach to fat loss. I can tell you from my own experience and my experience with clients that it is abs...
Ep 096: Common Digestive Problems
October 27, 2015 07:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBI've been getting a lot of emails about digestive issues ranging from bloating & gas to chronic constipation and intense pain. There are a lot of factors that go into healthy digestion and I hope to tackle most of them on the show. Today, however, we're tackling some common digestive problems that contribute to bloating, gas, indigestion, constipation and diarrhea. We'll overview the digestive process and identify at what stages things frequently go wrong and what we can do about it. http:/...
Q&A 33: Random Show
October 24, 2015 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBAnother day, another random show! Answering a hodge podge of listener questions on a wide variety of topics including pre-workout nutrition, MCT oil and acne, fasting, disordered eating and negativity! http://primalpotential.com/random-show-mct-oil/
Ep 095: Travel Strategies for Weight Loss
October 22, 2015 07:00 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBTravel can throw people off. It can easily become a free-for-all that takes you far away from your goals. But here's the thing: if you want to make good choices while you're traveling, it's totally possible when you master a few travel strategies for weight loss. I want to help you enjoy food, enjoy your trip and come home feeling great about yourself and your body. In today's episode we're talking about strategies for airports, hotels and restaurants. http://primalpotential.com/travel-stra...
Ep 094: Fear of Missing Out
October 20, 2015 07:00 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBYes, we want results. We want to make progress yet we find ourselves repeatedly making choices that move us away from our goals. There are two primary reasons we make these not-so-helpful choices: fear of missing out and negativity. In today's episode we'll talk about how to overcome both and how fear of missing out is really not what you think it is. http://primalpotential.com/fear-of-missing-out/
Ep 093: Real Talk About Self-Sabotage
October 17, 2015 07:00 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBAll the straight talk! All the tough love! All the energy and passion! Yep, real talk about self-sabotage, being a quitter, and the unhelpful thoughts and feelings we often have that hold us back. http://primalpotential.com/real-talk-about-self-sabotage/
Ep 092: Children, Food, Hyperactivity and Autism
October 15, 2015 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBYes, we're going there today. We're talking about the links between children, food, hyperactivity and autism. I absolutely acknowledge that there are many factors: genetics, environment to name a couple, but there is an undeniable link between health, behavior and food. We're going to look at some of the research and risk factors contributing to children's health challenges. http://primalpotential.com/children-food-hyperactivity-and-autism/
Ep 091: Eating Out for Weight Loss
October 13, 2015 07:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBSometimes eating out can be a curve ball when you're trying to lose weight, right? Today we're going to make that easier! Eating out for weight loss is totally possible. You can make fat loss friendly choices just about anywhere. In today's episode we'll go through different restaurant genres and talk about good/better/best choices. Of course it goes without saying that making fat loss friendly choices at home is super important too! And I'm not one for spending a ton of time in the kitchen...
Q&A 32: Healthy Choices at Restaurants
October 10, 2015 07:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBOn today's podcast we're tackling a bunch of different listener questions, including a few on how to make healthy choices at restaurants so you can enjoy social situations and still make progress towards your goals. Plus, we'll talk about alcohol, plateaus, family members bringing tempting food into the house, smoothies in the morning and much more! And hey! Do you have a question? I wanna take a stab at it! Take a second to get on the free VIP email list and I'm always super happy to answe...
Ep 090: Bad Mood Food
October 08, 2015 07:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBToday we're taking a deep dive into the link between sugar and depression! We'll take a look not only at sugar's impact on cravings but also how carbs and sugar impact focus, attention, mood and much more. We'll understand why individuals who struggle with mood swings, anxiety or depression might really benefit from cutting back significantly on sugar. http://primalpotential.com/sugar-and-depression/
Ep 089: 6 Fat Loss Lessons
October 06, 2015 07:00 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBI absolutely love working my 1:1 clients. Yes, I have studied nutrition and biochemistry for years. I have worked in the industry. I have had my own transformation. But working so closely with other people as they work through their own challenges, struggles, victories and transformations has been one of the most educational experiences of my life. Today I wanted to share 6 fat loss lessons I've learned from working with my 1:1 coaching clients. These men and women have taught me some very p...
Q&A 31: How To Stop Bingeing
October 03, 2015 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBIn today's episode we're tackling listener questions related to how to stop bingeing, why you aren't seeing results and the struggle to think positive. If you have questions, challenges or need a push in the right direction, make sure to get on the free VIP email list so you have direct access to my inbox! I answer every question! http://primalpotential.com/how-to-stop-bingeing/
Ep 088: 4 Strategies for Becoming Consistent
October 01, 2015 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBMost of us are self-indulgently inconsistent. We have a few good days and a few not-so-good days. Unfortunately for us, results come from consistency. Consistency doesn't mean perfection but it does mean executing the big rocks very routinely. We have to stop pursuing novelty at the expense of consistency. In today's episode I'm going to overview 4 strategies for becoming consistent so you can get results for the effort you're putting in! http://primalpotential.com/4-strategies-for-becoming...
Ep 087: How To Look Toned
September 29, 2015 07:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBI've been hearing a lot of things like: “Oh, I don’t want to lose any weight, I just want to tone my muscles” or “I want to lose some weight and get toned” What does that mean? What does it not mean? Let's talk about how to look toned. The reality is this: there's no such thing as "toning your muscles". That doesn't exist. It's crap. Now, I know what you mean. I get it. You want to look fit, lean and not flabby. You want more muscle definition. When we talk about how to look toned, that's ...
Q&A 30: 3 Questions To Find What Works For You
September 26, 2015 07:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MBI want to help you find what works for you. I get so irritated when people act like there are black and white answers for fat loss, fitness, etc. There aren't! It's actually easier than that! Your body has all the answers you just have to know how to find them. How to pay attention when your body is SHOWING you what works for you and what doesn't. http://primalpotential.com/what-works-for-you/
Q&A 29: Food & Pain
September 24, 2015 07:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBShould you avoid nightshades and FODMAPs? You probably want to know what they are first, right? I've been getting lots of questions about what they are, how they impact health and if they should be avoided. In today's Q&A episode we're defining them, explaing how they act in the body, establishing who should take caution and how everyone can reduce any potential negative impact of nightshades and FODMAPs. http://primalpotential.com/arthritis-and-nightshades/
Ep 086: Eat Foods You Love & Have A Bangin' Body
September 22, 2015 07:00 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MBThis girl. Guys. Seriously. Allison Hagendorf is an absolutely incredible example of loving food, enjoying food and having a great body at the same time. In today's episode we get super practical (and pretty funny) about HOW to move away from the all-or-nothing approach and how to learn to enjoy your favorite things while losing fat and getting a body you absolutely love. We talk about food obsession, navigating social situations, how and when to indulge, nutrition & fitness myths and we lau...
Q&A 28: Not Enough Carbs? Kombucha, Workouts, BPC and Nutrients
September 19, 2015 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBAnother fun, short episode answering listener questions! We're taking a short look at 4-5 questions focusing on what's "not enough carbs", getting adequate nutrients from food, kombucha for breakfast, bulletproof coffee & my own personal workout plan. http://primalpotential.com/not-enough-carbs/