The Luke Smith Nutrition Podcast
Episodes
179: Understanding trade-offs for fat loss + body recomposition and what I’ve sacrificed these past few months to get leaner
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Go check out my previous podcast (Episode 23: Making informed decisions) for a deeper dive into this topic. Just wanted to talk about how that's appli...
178: The importance of routine bloodwork, breaking down common labs, nutrition & lifestyle interventions + reviewing my recent results
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about something you've heard me discuss before on here + reinforcing the importance of getting routine bloodwork done. Topics discussed:What r...
177: What really drives those “out of control” eating moments?
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever eaten something and immediately thought, “Wtf is wrong with me.. why can’t I control myself??” It’s a pretty loaded question and impossib...
176: Q&A - Lower body presses, cottage cheese, double days, cava vs. chipotle, canned fish/products, chicken nuggets and processed food, walking pads + so much more
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of questions over the past couple months on IG - tried to answer as many as I could today! Topics discussed:-Lower body presses, exercise swaps ...
175: Dani Harrington - Building stronger glutes, lifting essentials, dialing in volume and intensity + overcoming post-baby fitness barriers.
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I had my friend and fellow fitness coach - Dani Harrington - on the show to talk all things glute growth and staying in shape as we get older. Dani is...
174: Reaching a goal weight vs. goal body - comparison, inspiration + a simple question you can ask that'll actually help you build a better physique
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chances are... the ‘look’ you’re working towards isn’t gonna appear after losing the weight you’re trying to lose.The people you compare our...
173: Fat loss 'hacks' + strategies I've been using to lose weight without tracking calories + some updates on my current fat loss phase
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Giving a little update on the fat loss phase I started at the beginning of the year + talking about some strategies I've been using to help me stay in...
172: The bone health episode: nutrition considerations, lifting + exercise, supplements & so much more
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Having strong bones is something we all know is important but it plays a bigger role in overall health than most people realize. Let's talk about how ...
171: 5 things sabotaging your physique goals + progress in the gym
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of the more common statements I get from people - "I've been workout out but haven't been seeing results" or "I've got the workout part dialed in....
170: Q&A - Full fat vs low fat dairy, lowering triglycerides, my disease prevention + quality of life plan, foods I personally limit for better health
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Got through as many q's as I could for this one - topics discussed:-Difference between full fat vs low/no fat dairy. Is one healthier?-Getting routine...
169: We hired a sleep coach… here’s what I learned + how it applies to adults
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We hired a sleep coach about a month ago… and I learned way more than I expected.I had assumptions about what sleep training would be.. rigid and ha...
168: Losing weight without tracking calories + my fat loss experiment to kick off the year
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I'm trying something new this year: losing 10 pounds without tracking calories or food. In this episode we talk about:-Why I want to try and lose some...
167: My thoughts on the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The new Dietary Guidelines are out. Some people are celebrating “big changes,” while others are criticizing them. So in this episode, I’m sharin...
166: Giving yourself permission to pivot + some of my new year’s resolutions
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a little reflective. I’m talking through a few things I’ve stepped away from recently and why giving yourself permission to pivot ...
165: How to navigate the “c’mon, live a little” crowd & making your own choices
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s that time of year.. work parties, friendsmas, family gatherings, social events. And with that comes a whole lot of opinions about what you shou...
164: Ocean Trail - Bounce back culture, losing weight + body recomposition postpartum, realistic timelines & sustainable progress
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Had the pleasure of having fellow coach and trainer - Ocean Trail - on for this episode. Ocean is a mom of two, former collegiate athlete and bodybuil...
163: Q&A - Exercising when sick + using the neck check, cardio and hunger, magnesium for stress, vegetable cooking methods, feeling unmotivated with your current training, when to throw your leftovers out
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Answered as many as I could on this one - ty again to everyone who keeps asking q's + engaging on social media. Topics discussed:-Is it safe to exerci...
162: Andy De Santis - Grocery shopping on a budget, building a food menu for the week, 'Superfoods' + some of our favorite foods you could/should be eating more of
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another great chat with my guy Andy (@andytherd). This is our 3rd episode to date - check out our previous 2 discussions about the liver:Episode #84: ...
161: Dr. Nicole Lippman-Barile - Does a healthy diet 'cure' depression? Impacts of diet/exercise on depression + mental health, ADHD & Autism, when to see a therapist and so much more!
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Had the pleasure of having Dr. Nicole Lippman-Barile (@feedyourmental) on to talk about all things mental health and depression. Topics discussed:-Wha...
160: Erik Underwood - Men's health, inner work, masculinity + current state of the 'modern man'
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Surprise.. had my guy Erik Underwood back on the show to talk all things mens mental/physical/emotional health. I promise all my ladies can benefit fr...
159: Travel observations, consistency + my thoughts on 'loud progress' you see/hear all the time
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just wanted to hop on and do a shorter episode talking about some travel observations I've made recently + a discussion around priorities, environment...
158: Alcohol - how it impacts your body, health & fitness goals + ways to moderate it
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I wanted to revisit + dive into alcohol again. What it really does to your body, how it can impact your health and fitness goals, and why it often get...
157: Devyn Cox - Building a home gym, buying equipment on a budget, where to begin if you want to start training at home
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Had my guy - Devyn Cox, RDN, CDCES - back on the show to talk about how to build a bad a** home gym. The sound quality wasn't the best on this one but...
156: Q&A - Foods I keep in my freezer, plant diversity, high protein/low sugar cereals, fruit + bottled water
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Little Q&A episode today - ty again to all the people who asked questions on IG the past few weeks! Questions answered: -What foods I keep in my f...
155: Some thoughts around managing hunger in a deficit + everyday life
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share some thoughts on managing hunger.. both when you’re in a calorie deficit and in everyday life.We’ll talk about what drive...
154: What my 4-month-old is teaching me + some life/training updates
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My daughter just hit 4 months and lately... it’s the small things that've been hitting the hardest. The laughs. The eye contact. The tiny milestones...
153: Forgotten nutrition truths in the social media era
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about some nutrition 'truths' that've gotten lost over the past few years on social media. Might be reminders for some.. or completely grou...
152: Joey Gast - What’s really standing in the way of your progress? Common struggles we see in coaching + things we've changed our mind on over the years
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Loved this chat with my friend + fellow coach/RD - Joey. Topics discussed: -What's standing in the way of people reaching their goals?-Deep dive into ...
151: Q&A - My thoughts on food dye changes/ingredient swaps, fat oxidation vs body fat loss, doing 3 vs 2 sets working sets with lifts, higher protein pasta + ice cream, newbie gains
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another Q&A in the books - ty to everyone who asks q's on IG every week! Questions discussed:-Is there any part of me that wants to celebrate the ...
150: Are you doing as much as you think?
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of people say they’re “doing everything right” with their health and fitness… but if you looked at their actual week, it’d probably te...
149: Andres Ayesta - Perfectionism, conscious vs subconscious thinking, behavior change + Carnivore vs whole foods diet experiment
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Had a great conversation with fellow coach and dietitian Andres Ayesta on this episode. Topics discussed: -Navigating perfectionism in nutrition/fitne...
148: Stop overcomplicating s*** when it comes to your health + fitness
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of noise out there around health + wellness.. a lot of BS and people trying to capture your attention/money. Block out the noise. Adopt ...
147: 30 years 30 life lessons
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not that I'm super old hah but in honor of my 30th bday last week I wanted to use this episode to reflect on past failures, f*ck ups, and life-lessons...
146: Q&A - Metals/toxins in protein powder, losing weight while breastfeeding, managing social situations this summer + some q's about baby and dad life
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of good q's as always - topics discussed:-Should you be concerned about metals or toxins in protein powder? Check out this podcast by Dr Mike on...
145: Beth Feraco (@bethferacofitness) – Alcohol, menopause, fat loss & what actually works for women in midlife
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Such a wonderful chat with the one and only - Beth Feraco. Beth is a fellow non-bs nutrition coach & trainer. Highly recommend following her if yo...
144: Sometimes you need to do the opposite of what the fitness industry tells you
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes the best way to make progress (or keep your results) is to do the opposite of what the fitness industry tells you.. myself included at times...
143: Life updates + adjusting to dad life, changes I've made to my training, what this season of life is teaching me
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's been ~3 weeks since we welcomed our little girl into this world. Just wanted to hop on and give some life updates + talk about some things I've b...
142: Calvin Scheller (pt. 2) - GLP-1 medications vs. 'supplements', insulin and blood sugar impacts on appetite, low-carb/ketogenic diets & ketosis, eating for fat loss + for life
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Calvin Scheller is back on the podcast as we continue our deep dive into appetite regulation. If you missed part one of our conversation (episode 138)...
141: Q&A - Adding cardio + calories, creatine gummies, when/how to suggest therapy to clients, supplements that I personally take & why
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another Q&A episode in the books - answering a handful of questions asked on IG over the past couple weeks. Topics discussed: -Adjusting calories ...
140: Katie V. (2025 Coaching Scholarship Winner) - Tracking food, pre-fat loss checklist + being in a deficit, navigating hectic work/family/travel schedules as a mom, resistance training at home
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Such a fun + important chat with my former client - Katie - who was the recipient of my 4-month nutrition coaching scholarship this year. She's a stud...
139: Erik Underwood - What can we learn from playing sports as adults? Navigating the hyper-optimization culture.. how much is too much? Lessons learned from public figures on social media, stuff we used to do that we don't do anymore
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another great chat with my guy - Erik Underwood - in the books. You know the drill with us.. anything and everything is on the table when we get toget...
138: Calvin Scheller (@calvin_scheller) — What influences our appetite? The fascinating physiology of appetite regulation + how our brain, hormones and environment shape when/how much we eat
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Such a fascinating and jam-packed conversation with my guy - Calvin Scheller. Calvin has a real talent for breaking down complex science + together we...
137: Insulin resistance + pre-diabetes: what it is and why it's important for long term health. What to do if you're diagnosed with pre-diabetes and how to reverse it
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The prevalence of insulin resistance and pre-diabetes is on the rise so I wanted to break down this topic and go a little more in-depth on what it is/...
136: Michelle Yates (@yatesnutrition) - How to spot disordered thinking patterns, influence of health psychology on decision making, breaking disordered eating patterns, our thoughts on 'bounce back culture', postpartum challenges for moms
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Loved this chat with with my friend + fellow RD/nutrition coach - Michelle Yates, MS, RD. Topics discussed: -Postpartum challenges/internal conflicts ...
135: Understanding low-carb diets & how they work – Do you really need to cut carbs to lose fat? Substrate Utilization vs. Body Fat Loss
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Taking a little deep dive into low carb diets, how they work for weight loss and some common misconceptions around carbs in the nutrition space. Topic...
134: Majoring in the minors, the Social Determinants of Health, important statistics + why health is determined by so many different factors
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded this episode to give a few life updates + talk about some things that've been top of mind for me recently. Topics discussed:-Majoring in the ...
133: Kara Goss (@karagoss_rd) - Birth control: different types, how they work, nutrition considerations when taking + coming off HBC. Managing post-birth control syndrome, improving body comp while prioritizing your mental/physical health
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Such a fun + informative convo with my friend and fellow RD - Kara Goss. This was a jam packed episode on all things related to women's health and hor...
132: Training Q&A (pt 2) - Should you be stretching? My thoughts on cold plunge/saunas, dishonesty in the fitness space, my essentials when going to the gym
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This was a continuation of last episode's Q&A - there were a lot of fun q's so I wanted to make sure I could answer them all. Topics discussed:-Sh...
131: Training Q&A - My favorite exercises for each muscle group, managing lower body volume, tips on how to get started with running
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tried to answer as many q's as I could on this training Q&A.. but I only got through 3 lol. We'll bookmark pt 2 for another day. Questions answere...
130: Tony Castillo (@coach_tonycastillo) - Optimizing performance as an athlete, importance of sleep + how to get more of it, ergogenic aids, discussion around TRT/HRT + GLP-1 medications
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Such a great chat with my friend + colleague - Tony Castillo - on how to optimize your performance as an athlete/high performing human. Topics discuss...
129: Dr. Jessie Hoffman (@jessiehoffman_phd) - Everything gut health: why is gut health important? Importance of fiber + food diversity, practical use of elimination diets, sorting through BS & non-evidence based practices in the nutrition space
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Had an amazing conversation with Dr. Jessie Hoffman, PhD, RDN, on all things related to gut health - what it is, why it matters, and how to support it...
128: Dana Sowards (@a.dash.of.dana) - Benefits of lifting as an endurance athlete, deloads, rest + recovery strategies, supplements for performance
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This was a great chat with my friend + fellow RD - Dana Sowards. Dana is a sports dietitian and works with high performing endurance athletes. Topics ...
127: Adam Pecoraro (@thefitadam) - Tracking food.. why people should do it, what you should track + how to use it as a tool when working towards better health/fitness
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Had a blast chatting with my fellow fitness & nutrition coach - Adam Pecoraro - on this episode. Topics discussed:-Why should people track their f...
126: Nicole Hagen (@nutritionwithnicole) - Dissecting the 'I know what to do.. I just need to do it' mindset + common mistakes people make when trying to eat 'healthy'
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This was an amazing chat with my friend + fellow nutrition coach - Nicole Hagen. Nicole is a wealth of knowledge who teaches women how to ditch diet c...
125: Questions to ask yourself if/when you hit a 'plateau'
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For all my people who are in a fat loss phase (or are planning to start sometime in the near future) let’s talk about how you can get out of a weigh...
124: Keep chasing progress, not perfection
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Perfection isn't the goal—progress is. In this episode, we’ll talk about why perfectionism can hold us back + how focusing on small, steady improv...
123: Q&A - Monitoring bloodwork in a surplus, Netflix nutrition documentaries, tracking sodium, stevia, medications and weight gain
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great Q&A to start the year this past week - questions answered on this episode:-Bulking while managing A1C-Fasting after a morning workout -My th...
122: My 2024 recap, life updates + announcements, prepping for 2025 and beyond
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just wanted to talk about some exciting stuff going on in my life, reflect on this past year and talk about some things that've been on my mind lately...
121: Olivia Young (@livbeyondthetable) - Feeling the need to 'start over' with your health journey, getting over the scale + using it more effectively when tracking progress, working through bad body image days, being active outside the gym
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I'm joined by a fellow RD + fitness coach - Olivia Young - and we have a great chat about:-How our experiences as kids/young adults...
120: Erik Underwood - New Year's Resolutions, social media messaging + common myths being sold to people, adversity we've dealt with this past year & how we've gotten through it
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had my guy - Erik Underwood - back on the pod for this episode. I think this is our 6th podcast together now? Too many to count hah topics discussed o...
119: Alex Thieme (@alexthiemefitness) - Body recomposition vs fat-loss, nutrient partitioning, rates of recomp for newbie/advance lifters, spending time at maintenance, goal setting for New Year's resolutions
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had a blast chatting with fellow fitness & nutrition coach - Alex Thieme - on this episode. Topics discussed: -Alex's experience becoming a dad + ...
118: How to maintain your weight loss long term
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If fat loss is one of your goals come 2025 (or at any point in your life) - keep these 10 things in mind.Remember, losing weight is only half the batt...
117: Kelsey Pontius (@sportsdietitiankelsey) - Carbs + endurance training, dangers of under-fueling, fat adapting: what it is/why are people so obsessed with it? Lessons we can learn from running
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had my friend + fellow RD - Kelsey Pontius- on the show to talk about all things nutrition and endurance training. Topics discussed on this episode:-I...
116: Navigating the holidays, different 'camps' you might find yourself in, questions to ask yourself when you don't know what to do
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just some thoughts that came to mind as I've been creating content + working with people this time of year..Identify what camp you fall into and work ...
115: Q&A - Eating candy during workouts, how to hit 10k steps, traveling with supplements, the good ol' chicken/broccoli/rice diet, how long it takes to lose muscle when you stop working out
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another great Q&A in the books - ty to everyone who continues to ask questions on Instagram. Topics discussed on this episode:-Is eating candy dur...
114: Andy De Santis (@andytherd) - The liver episode: improving liver health, fatty liver disease, discussion around alcohol + fructose, foods you should eat more of
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had my guy Andy (@andythrd) back on the podcast to talk about liver health. If you didn't listen to our first episode:Listen to it on Spotify HEREList...
113: Reading food labels: what to look for, buzzwords to know about + what they mean, being an informed consumer when shopping for food
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I want to highlight some of the tactics the food industry uses to influence your buying decisions.The #1 goal that food companies hav...
112: My thoughts on the whole 'Ban Artificial Food Dyes' petition going on right now
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Honestly, it's hard talking about all the little nuances that go into the 'health' of the population but I do my best on this episode.This was made in...
111: Jeremy Scott (@jeremyscottfitness) - Dealing with criticism + judgement, comparing your body/life to others, lessons that lifting can teach us, importance of having a supportive partner + how to be one
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was a pleasure having Jeremy Scott on the podcast for this episode. Jeremy is somebody I've personally listened to for the past 4-5 years and I att...
110: Blake Elarbee (@blakelosangeles) - Recent 'American Health + Nutrition Roundtable' discussion, evidence-based coaching, US Dietary guidelines, diet soda vs. regular soda, thinking about addition instead of subtraction
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode with Blake Elarbee is all about evidence-based coaching, nutrition + a discussion around common trends in the health space right now. Top...
109: Q&A - Reverse dieting.. is it 'real' or just marketing? Does HIIT training burn more fat? PB&Js, regression in your lifts/sport + some life updates on my end
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another Q&A in the books + some life updates on my end. Topics/Questions discussed:-Mindset around injuries.-Is reverse dieting real or just a mar...
108: Bloodwork review - importance of getting routine bloodwork, common labs you'll see ordered, interpretation + how to improve your metabolic health
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doing a deep dive into some common blood markers your provider might order for you during a routine workup:-Lipid panel - HDL, LDL, VLDL, Total Choles...
107: Final cut review - what the last 2 months of my fat loss phase looked like, execution, strategies that helped me with adherence, why I don't do body building shows, what's next for me
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This past week I finished my fat loss phase that I started back in February of this year. I wanted to use this episode to update you all on how that w...
106: Alan Aragon (part 2) - Low carb diets, insulin resistance + blood sugar 'spikes' after meals, seed oils, scaremongering individual ingredients and how to weed through the BS in the nutrition space
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of my conversation with Alan Aragon - diving into some of the common misconceptions floating around in the nutrition space. Topics discussed on...
105: Alan Aragon (part 1) - Flexible dieting: what it is/isn't, where it came from, how it differs from rigid dieting, why flexible dieting can work for fat loss + maintenance long term
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I had a blast during this two-part discussion with the amazing Alan Aragon. In Part 1, we lay the foundation for understanding flexible dieting, its o...
104: Zoë Schroeder (@fatlossrdzoe) - Building consistency, managing expectations, embracing/adapting to different seasons of life, traveling 'stress free', things we've changed our mind about + doubled down on as coaches
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had my good friend + fellow dietitian/online coach - Zoë (Schroeder) Grober - back on the show for a 2nd episode. Check out our last podcast here: Sp...
103: Navigating tailgates, sporting events + social gatherings
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Football season is back.. which means more tailgates, BBQs, celebrations and social gatherings over the next few months. Let's talk about how you can ...
102: I joined a new gym recently (first time in a while)... here's some takeaways + reminders as you find yourself in unfamiliar situations going forward
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just wanted to take a second and tell you about a recent experience I had joining a new gym. I get it.. changing up your routine, getting into a new g...
101: Q&A - Nutrition + training considerations for shift workers, cellulite, going away for college, changes to menstruation in a deficit, carb/calorie cycling, lean bulking, eating sweets 'guilt free'
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Back with another Q&A for this episode - ty to everyone who's been asking questions on IG the past couple weeks. Topics discussed on this episode:...
100: Katie Nicholas (my lovely wife) - What it's like being married to a dietitian, importance of having a supportive partner, making food tracking suck less + finding an exercise regimen you enjoy, how we've evolved as a couple
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had a very special guest (my lovely wife, Katie) on the pod for my 100th episode. It was a blast having my biggest supporter + the person who's been h...
99: Brandy Kuebler (@chefspalettenv) - Feeding your baby + child/children - introducing solids, important nutrients, dealing with picky eaters, food allergies, language we should be using around food
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Loved this chat with my friend and fellow Dietitian - Brandy Kuebler RDN, LD. This episode is for all my parents (or future + soon to be parents) who ...
98: Haley Miskowiec (@prenatal.nutritionist) - Prenatal nutrition considerations, how nutrition can change throughout pregnancy, fueling your body while navigating pregnancy related symptoms
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Such a great conversation with my colleague + fellow dietitian - Haley Miskowiec. We talked about some really important topics surrounding fertility, ...
97: 3 weeks in Europe: Our itinerary, my observations + takeaways
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This past month my wife and I got to take a ~3 week long trip to Europe (Portugal, Switzerland and Italy). On this episode I talk about our itinerary ...
96: Denvyr Tyler (@denvyr) - Body image struggles + disordered eating in athletes, dealing with a changing/aging body, challenges when transitioning out of your sport, pursuing aesthetics and health for life
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This was a fun chat with my friend and colleague - Denvyr Tyler - who's a fellow RD + nutrition coach. Topics discussed on this episode:-Things athlet...
95: Q&A - Magnesium supplements, minimizing fat gain in a reverse diet, cardio recommendations for fat loss, tracking more intentionally, when to train vs take a rest day
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another Q&A in the books - ty to everyone who asked q's on my instagram this past week. Questions answered: -What form of magnesium is best for re...
94: Fat loss update, my thoughts on dieting for future trips/events, dealing with travel anxiety around your health + fitness, important questions to ask yourself
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just wrapped up the 16th week of my fat loss phase and I wanted to update you all on how that's been going, where I'm at now and what my plans are goi...
93: Tiffany McRee (@heytiffanymcree) - Beating cancer, shifting perspectives, staying open-minded + curious, falling in love with lifting, takeaways from our time working together
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Loved this convo with my former client (now friend) - Tiffany McRee. Tiffany was the winner of this years Nutrition Coaching Scholarship and it was a ...
92: Gabi + Natalie (@pulsebusinessconsulting) - What does having a 'healthy' business mean? Letting data drive decision-making, similarities between health + business, being proactive, emotional vs. logical based decisions
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Loved this convo with my friends + colleagues - Gabi + Natalie - from Pulse Business Consulting. This episode is atypical from my normal nutrition and...
91: Erik Underwood (@eunder_wood) - IG Q&A Pt. 2 - Our favorite things at Trader Joe's, favorite quotes, implementing meditation + deep breathing, 'hidden talents' we have
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a continuation of our Q&A from episode #90. Having a little more fun and talking about some less important (but still really important) to...
90: Erik Underwood (@eunder_wood) - IG Q&A Pt. 1 - Unpopular fitness opinions, training differences between men + women, working with clients that don't want to track food, addressing your all-or-nothing mentality, questions we wish people would ask
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another amazing episode with my guy - Erik Underwood. Probably the best episode we've done together so far - answering your questions from Instagram t...
89: Nutrition Coaching - What it's like working with me, what I do + help clients with, my pillars and process, what I want clients to take from our time together
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is weirdly a hard topic for me to talk about but it's long overdue. Just wanted to spend some time talking about what 1:1 coaching with me looks ...
88: Allison Tenney (@allisontenney) - Dealing with + embracing identity change, challenging the systems that profit off your insecurities, privilege, systemic barriers, being curious and building a strong mind, importance of setting boundaries
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This was a fun + thought provoking chat with a fellow coach/colleague - Allison Tenney. Allison does an amazing job busting false narratives and belie...
87: Clarice Barnett (@brunettebarnett) - Bodybuilding + competition prep: pros + cons of doing a show, understanding tradeoffs & having honest conversations. Why health goes beyond a 'dream physique', how to make going to the gym more 'fun'
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Loved this convo with my friend + fellow fitness/nutrition colleague - Clarice Barnett. Topics discussed on this episode:-Bodybuilding + competition p...
86: Fat Loss Update - how my cut is going, what I'm doing + why, adjustment I've made, execution considerations, why I wanted to lose weight again
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about my own goals/progress on this episode.. which really isn't my favorite thing to do but I think it can be helpful. A lot of topics discus...
85: Q&A - my thoughts on drinking gatorade, are oats 'healthy'?, recovering from HA, how to lower blood pressure, how to train + get more visible abs
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jumping into another Q&A episode on this one. Topics discussed:-My thoughts on drinking Gatorade daily for hydration-Are oats and okay breakfast i...
84: Andy De Santis (@andytherd) - Unpacking the word "Detox" that is commonly used in the health space, liver health + fatty liver disease, micronutrients and benefits of drinking coffee
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had a blast chatting with my colleague + fellow dietitian - Andy De Santis - on this episode. Andy is a wealth of knowledge in the nutrition space. To...
83: John Firestone - F#ck Fentanyl. Battling the opioid crisis + raising awareness.
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Taking a break from my normal nutrition and fitness content and talking about this really important topic that's impacting so many lives. It was a ple...
82: Intermittent Fasting 101 - types of fasting, benefits, how it works, common claims, potential risks + who I wouldn't recommend it to...
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Such a simple concept yet so much to unpack... so let's talk about it. Topics discussed on this episode:-Intermittent fasting - what it is + different...
81: Marci Nevin (@marcinevin) - Dealing with injuries: mindset shifts, working around them + things we can learn. Why is maintenance so important??
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Loved this chat with my friend and colleague - Marci Nevin. Marci is a fellow coach and has been in the health + fitness space for almost 20 years. To...
80: Dr. Jeremy Scott Dinkin (@rsm_athlete_doc) - Chiropractors... What do they do? When should you see one? Are they all the same (spoiler alert.. no)? Red flags + what to look for in a good provider, importance of lifting...
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had my friend - Dr. Jeremy Scott Dinkin - on for this episode talking about the world of Chiropractors and rehab based therapies. Topics discussed:-Wt...