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E119:{Fit at 40} 1 Million lbs lifted on Tonal, Stress, last week of my 30's!

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last weekly update on my journey to 40! 

E118: What does being HEALTHY mean anyway??

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about something that I believe if we all focused on we would get healthier.  The good news it has nothing to do with the scale.  We ta...

E117: {Fit at 40} Can you actually feel better at 40 than 30??

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #48 on my journey to 40!!

E116: Hate the SCALE? Focus on this instead!

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about a big trigger for a lot of us, the dreaded scale.  I share my personal reasons for why the scale gets in my head and what I focus...

E115: {Fit at 40} Getting back on the wagon and craving HEALTHY HABITS!

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #47 on my journey to 40!

E114: The back to school lunch struggle: Easy healthy Lunch and Snack ideas for your kids!

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's back to school time again! If you struggle with what to pack your kids for lunches, you are not alone! I hope this episode will help you wi...

E113:{Fit at 40} Breaks are necessary!

02 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #46 on my journey to 40!

E112 {HIS & HER) 75 HARD recap! The lessons learned doing this mental toughness challenge with my husband Braheem Santos!

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I bring on my husband Braheem to chat about our 75 Hard journey. 

E111: {Fit at 40} TODAY is the LAST DAY of 75 HARD!!!! 🎉

26 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #45 on my journey to 40!!

E110: 7 Beginner TIPS and TRICKS to start living a less toxic life today!

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I wanted to chat about something a little different.. We are all surrounded by tons of toxic items in our lives and I believe in order to get he...

E109: {Fit at 40} Celebrate the NON SCALE victories and final week of 75 hard!

19 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update # 45 on my journey to 40!

E108: {Motivation Monday} This 1️⃣ mindset shift that can change everything for the better!

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I chat about a mindset shift that can really help if you are feeling like you are giving up so much of what you love to lose w...

E107:{Fit at 40} All positive vibes and 2 weeks left of 75 Hard!

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #44 on my journey to 40!

E106: Weight Loss: What matters most DIET or EXERCISE? What I wish I knew when I started my journey.

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you are trying to lose weight and have been exercising and not seeing results this episode is for you.  I tackle the question if your diet or exer...

E105: {Fit at 40} When you know you hit your grove it feels so good! Day 50 of 75 Journey!

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #43 on my journey to 40!!

E104: When Motivation to get healthy is gone. 5️⃣ tips to get yourself back on track to your GOALS!

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you have ever fell of the wagon you know what it feels like to lose motivation.  Today I share with you 5 things that will help you in those momen...

E103:{Fit at 40} Frustrated that weight seems to fall off your husband, but not you?! What i'm reminding myself daily to get out of my own head and stay POSITIVE!

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #42 on my journey to 40!!

E102: Counting calories doesn't work for weight loss, The shocking reason why!

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I share with you something about calories that I found shocking!If you are using calorie counting as your main way to lose weight and you are to...

E101:{Fit at 40} CONSISTENCY brings CONFIDENCE and halfway done 75 hard!

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #41 on my journey to 40!!

E100: The lessons I've learned from 100 Podcast episodes..Spoiler Alert...you can relate them all to your weight loss and health journey!

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a huge milestone! 100 episodes!! I wanted to share with you all what I learned from podcasting thus far and how it can relate to your weight...

E99:{Fit at 40} 30 days of 75 Hard down & The morning routine I didn't know I needed!

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #40 on my journey to 40!!

E98:{Book Review]- Ed Mylett, The Power of One More.

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I wanted to share why I think Ed Mylett's new book the Power of One more is a must read!

E97{Fit at 40} You CAN do hard things & 75 Hard week 4 update!

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #39 on my journey to 40!

E96: {Motivation Monday} 6️⃣ months down, 6️⃣ to go in 2022! How are you doing with your health and weight loss goals? How to reflect on the beginning part of the year and plan the rest of 2022 for success!

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Can you believe we are 1/2 way through 2022! Reminding you today to take a moment and reflect on what you have done in 2022 so far.  Celebrate the s...

E95:{Fit at 40} Mindset is everything & 75 Hard week 3 update!

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #38 on my journey to 40! 

E94:{INTERVIEW} Quick, Easy Delicious food with Jacki Pitkow

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat with Jacki Pitkow from Tastefully Simple.  I love all their seasonings, they make meal time so much easier and flavorful!!If you'r...

E93:{Fit at 40} How I'm juggling all the things and 75 Hard. Week 2 details!

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #37 on my journey to 40!

E92: Are you trying to LOSE WEIGHT and it feels like no one is helping or supporting you? The #1 reason this is keeping you stuck!

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is the most juicy one I've done yet! If you feel like you are going round and round with your health and weight loss goals b...

E91:{Fit at 40} Getting a reboot with the 75 Hard Challenge! 1st week details!

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update # 36 on my journey to 40!

E90: {INTERVIEW} Can 75 Hard help you change your life? Goals, Mental Toughness and Inspiration with Stacy Harnischfeger.

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have am amazing guest who shares her journey with 75 hard!If you are looking for a challenge to get you on the right track this may be it. St...

E89:{Fit at 40} Falling off the wagon, new reset and doing 75 Hard!

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #35 on my journey to 40!

E88: Quick Healthy Food for Spring and Summer!

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I share with you my favorite quick healthy 30 min meals!  These are specially great in the spring and summer.  

E87:{Fit at 40} WEIGHT LOSS Plateau's are the worst and how I am keeping focused on the journey not the moment.

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #34 on my journey to 40!

E86: Move over New Year's resolutions! Will you be more successful starting a WEIGHT LOSS journey in the SUMMER? 5️⃣ reasons I think SUMMER is the absolute best time to start your HEALTH and WEIGHT LOSS journey!

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about why I think summer is the best time to start your health and weight loss journey. 

E85: {Fit at 40} Keeping it real about when LIFE gets STRESSFUL!

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #33 on my journey to 40!

E84: {BONUS} 1️⃣ year of HOT MESS MOM HEALTH!! Embrace your mess and achieve HEALTH SUCCESS!

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks 1 years since I hit publish on my first episode! Tune in to see why I still love the name Hot Mess Health Podcast and how it truly embrac...

E83: 7 simple ways to START your WEIGHT LOSS journey TODAY!

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about 7 easy ways you can start your health and wellness journey.If your beginning of the year goals got tossed to the side its time to ...

E82:{Fit at 40} The importance of keeping promises to yourself.

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #32 on my journey to 40!

E81: Have you GAINED WEIGHT and LOST your CONFIDENCE through the years? How to start feeling BETTER than ever and gain back your CONFIDENCE! 9️⃣ tips to get you back on track to feeling like your BEST SELF!!

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have a raw conversation about what you can do when you lost your confidence.  I share with you 9 things I have used and still use to keep my...

E80{Fit at 40} Getting stressed about actually turning 4️⃣0️⃣, FOOD FREEDOM, and switching up your WORKOUTS💪🏻 when you want!

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #31 on my journey to 40!

E79: Struggling with Cystic Acne? This one thing could help clear your skin!

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I share with you my journey with giving up caffeine.  I started with eliminating it to see if I could be a trigger for my cystic acne.Listen in...

E78:{Fit at 40} Getting over an illness, strength training and trying carnivore to reset.

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #30 on my journey to 40!

E77: {Motivation Monday} For when an illness, injury or life has derailed your HEALTH & WEIGHT LOSS goals. Giving yourself grace but not using excuses to stay stuck!

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about when life happens! Get sick or recently get hurt and not able to keep your regular workout or healthy eating?  It will happen to ...

E76:{Guest Leah Lazzarini} Looking to invest in a piece of Fitness Equipment that won't collect dust? Why the TONAL should be #1 on your list!

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In Today's episode I bring back my good friend Leah Lazzarini.  We both invested in a piece of fitness equipment called the Tonal. I brought her...

E75: {Fit at 40} The struggles of traveling to Disney and trying to be healthy and why I actually miss my boring regular routine.

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #28 on my journey to 40!I am currently in Disney and share with you some of my struggles with trying to keep to my health goals.  

E74: EXHAUSTED by 2pm every day? 3 SIMPLE things you can start NOW to beat the MIDDAY CRASH!

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of feeling tired all the time, especially right in the middle of the day when you  need energy?Today we are going to break down 3 simple things...

E73:{Fit At 40} Completing goals and I'm going to DISNEY!

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #28 on my journey to 40!

E72: Traveling for Spring Break and trying to lose weight? My biggest tips on how not to SABOTAGE your goals while on VACATION!

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about how we can prepare to not gain weight or sabotage our health goals in a week.  My family is going to Disney World and I go throug...

E71:{Fit At 40} Only 6 Months left till my 40th Birthday 😳 and Preparing to Travel!

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #27 on my journey to 40!It's officially  I have only 6 months left on my journey to being fit at 40.I chat about how I'm ment...

E70: Trying to LOSE WEIGHT but want to eat out? Your ultimate guide to making better choices when eating out while trying to LOSE WEIGHT.

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about what to do when you want or have to eat outside your house.  No matter if it's a work event or you just want to hang out and...

E69: {Fit at 40} Another week flies by, how I am making INTERMITTENT FASTING work for me and a TONAL milestone!

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #26 on my journey to 40!I can't believe I'm already 26 weeks into this journey.. I'll be 40 before I know it.. I chat ab...

E68: {Motivation Monday} For when you get in your head that you can't achieve your goals + PROGRESS is always better than PERFECTION!

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I want the episode to feel like a big hug in case you need it!  If you needed a reminder that you can do hard things let this be it.  If you a...

E67: {Fit at 40} Sometimes a basic week is a good thing, still caffeine free and those stubborn last 5 pounds.

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #25 on my journey to 40!Today I chat about how a normal boring week is sometime a great thing. I can hardly believe this but I am still ...

E66: Struggling to find time to WORKOUT? 21 simple ideas to get your BODY MOVING that don't feel like a chore and even incorporates the KIDS!

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I share with you some great ideas to get your body moving more regularly that don't including heading to the gym.  All of these ideas also...

E65:{Fit at 40} Eat the cupcake, just don't eat 6 of them! SUGAR addiction is real and I started INTERMITTENT FASTING!

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #24 on my journey to 40!I share with you why I avoid sugar and why I started intermittent fasting out of the blue!

E64: Pumped up to start your HEALTH and WEIGHT LOSS journey? How to NOT fall into the trap of SELF-SABOTAGE!

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we chat about how sometimes we self-sabotage ourselves before we even start our journey.  If you have ever yo-yo dieted you p...

E63: {Fit at 40} Beat yourself up when you say you're going to work out but don't? That's what I did last week.

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #23 on my journey to 40!Ever beat yourself up mentally for not working out when you told yourself you were going to?? Yup that was me th...

E62: 3 steps to lose the "Pandemic 15" without adding more stress to your life!

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm chatting about what people are calling the "Pandemic 15".  If you are like most people you probably packed...

E61:{Fit at 40} REST and RELAXATION is much needed and still CAFFEINE FREE!

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #22 on my journey to 40!Today I chat with how taking some time away to renew  is much needed sometimes and how being caffeine free is w...

E60: Have you tried 75 Hard and failed or know someone who has? The biggest reason most people fail and what you can try instead.

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we chat about how when my husband failed at 75 Hard for the second time it solidified my belief that small steps are the best ...

E59 {Fit at 40} I finally ditched the CAFFEINE! How my week has been officially CAFFEINE FREE!!

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #21 on my journey to 40!Today I chat about all the fun things that come with caffeine withdraw!  

E58: Tired of making dinner the whole family won't eat? 3 Simple HEALTHY DINNERS everyone will eat, even the kids!!

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is all about easy dinners for your entire family.  Dinner can be the most stressful time of the day for a busy mom.  I give you...

E57: {Fit at 40} Struggling with Acne? I can relate! How accountability is the secret sauce to keeping consistent with fitness.

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #20 on my journey to 40! I chat about my struggles with Cystic Acne and how I'm determined to get to the root cause.  This week i...

E56: Did you just eat the whole bag of chips again?? Stress eating: How to identify your triggers and the biggest thing you can do to stop overeating when you are stressed out.

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we chat about stress eating.  I thought it was important to discuss because it can really set us back on a health and weight ...

E55: {Fit at 40} Planning made it possible to only eat at home, Peloton milestone and the CAFFEINE struggle!

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #19 on my journey to 40!

E54: Struggling with your MINDSET? How your MINDSET can be hurting you, and some tactical ways to change it

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I break down MINDSET with some easy shifts we can make to stay on track with positivity.What is Mindset?The difference betwee...

E53: {Fit at 40} It's okay to give your body a break, Decision to go CAFFEINE free, and reading the Genius Life book!

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #18 on my journey to 40!

E52:[Book Review]- Mel Robbins, The 5 Second Rule. How you can get closer to your health goals using 5-4-3-2-1 Go!!

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I wanted to share with you about what I took from the book, The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins.  How using this tool can really help you break th...

E51: {Week 17 Update} Journey to 40!

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #17 on my Journey to 40!

E50: {INTERVIEW} Can ESSENTIAL OILS help you on a health journey? Demystifying ESSENTIAL OILS with Dawn Leusner.

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we take a deep dive into exploring the world of Essential Oils!What essential oils are. How we can tell a good oil from a bad oil.Common uses of...

E49: {Week 16 Update} Journey to 40!

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #16 on my Journey to 40!

E48: What to do when you don't have 4 hours to MEAL PREP on the weekend.

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are going to break down how to get through a week of eating without spending any time on meal prep.  Yes I said no time!  If you are anythi...

E47: {Week 15 Update} Journey to 40!

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #15 on my journey to 40!

E46: Is BREAKFAST the MOST important meal of the day?

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode we chat about breakfast!  Could breakfast be helping you or hurting your weight loss goals?  Tune in today to hear my thoughts ...

E45: {Week 14 Update} Journey to 40!

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #14 on my journey to 40!  For today's episode my Husband got on the mic for me because my voice is gone, so tune in for a funny up...

E44: New Year, New Goals!

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year!  In today's episode we will chat about those New Year Goals and how we can stay focused on the end result by using smaller goals...

E43: {Week 13 Update} Journey to 40!

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #13 on my journey to 40!Happy New Year!

E42: {Week 12 Update} Journey to 40!

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #12 on my journey to 40!Merry Christmas!

E41: Is the FEAR of FAILURE holding you BACK?

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today  we will be chatting about how the fear of failing your goals can get in the way of achieving them.  Happy New Year! See you in 2022!

E40:{Week 11 Update} Journey to 40!

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #11 on my journey to 40!

E39: [INTERVIEW] Marisa Lonic ~ Author, Coach and Founder of Mama Work it. Tips on how to find the time you need to do the things you want, without the MOM GUILT!

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I had the pleasure of talking with Marisa Lonic, founder of Mama Work it.  Marisa is an author, coach and busy mom of 4 boys....

E38:{Week 10 Update} Journey to 40!

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #10 on my journey to 40!

E37: How you can make 2022 your best year yet! Why not start planning our goals now.

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we chat about how we can reach our goals in the new year.  There is no reason we need to wait to January to get started. 

E36:{Week 9 Update} Journey to 40!

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #9 on my journey to 40!

E35: What I ate for Thanksgiving, it's not what you think! How to maneuver this HOLIDAY SEASON while keeping your health a priority.

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In Today's episode we chat about maneuvering this holiday season and all the temptation!  

E34: {Week 8 update} Journey to 40!

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #8 on my journey to 40!

E33: Simple HEALTH tips that just might change your life! (Part 3 of 3)

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is the third of three parts where we are breaking down simple health tips that could change your life!Today's topics -Reduc...

E32:{Week 7 update} Journey to 40!

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #7 on my journey to 40!

E31: Simple HEALTH tips that just might change your life! (Part 2 of 3)

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is the second of three parts where we are breaking down simple health tips that could change your life!Today's topics-Floss ...

E30:{Week 6 update} Journey to 40!

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #6 on my journey to 40!

E29: Simple HEALTH tips that just might change your life! (Part 1 of 3)

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is the first of three parts where we are breaking down simple health tips that could change your life!Todays topic's -Drink...

E28: {Week 5 update} Journey to 40!

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #5 on my journey to 40!

E27: [INTERVIEW] Jacquie Schriver MSW, LSW~Mom Guilt, Mental Health, and why you may want to talk with a Therapist.

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In todays episode I brought my own therapists on! We chat about the importance of moms mental health, ways to manage that burnt out feeling, social me...

E26:{Week 4 update} Journey to 40!

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly updated #4 on my journey to 40!

E25: Why there is NOT a one size fits all approach to WEIGHT LOSS and HEALTH!

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we chat about why there is not one thing that will work for every person and that's ok! It is more important that we find...

E24:{Week 3 update} Journey to 40!

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #3 on my journey to 40!

E23: Seasons of life, giving yourself grace, and navigating health and wellness in the thick of it all!

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode we chat about the different seasons of life and how we can maneuver our health throughout the stages.

E22:{Week 2 update} Journey to 40!

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekly update #2 on my journey to 40!

E21:[INTERVIEW] Laura Jacob~ Her Breast Cancer Story.

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In Today's episode I chat with a good friend about her Breast Cancer Journey.  You will hear about her struggle, mindset shifts that got her thr...

E20: {Week 1 update} Journey to 40!

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today is the 1st update of my journey to 40!