Weight Loss For Women: empowering health, strength and nourishment
Episodes
#289 - How you can harness the power of carbs to lose weight with Mike Fave
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A few weeks ago I had Mike Fave on the podcast. Mike is an independent researcher with a wealth of knowledge on diet and metabolic health. I first met...
#288 - Losing 30lbs, feeling herself again and getting her radiance back with Katrina Gonzalez
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I'm so excited to share an inspiring story from one of our amazing clients, Katrina. She's a mum of three who has not only shed 30 p...
#287 - The scary truth about fish oil with Bryan Thomas
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Back in my crazy diet days I used to take a tonne of fish oil and eat flaxseed oil with my tuna and green beans every day for morning tea.Ever wonder ...
#286 - Losing 10% body fat, building muscle, improving digestion and changing her outlook on life with Jen Swan
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the podcast, I catch up with long-time client and friend, Jen. Despite the challenges of going through a divorce and the...
#285 - Life without kids with Laura Lyons
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joined by the incredible Laura Lyons @wildlyonswellness, we dive into something a bit different this time — our personal choice not to have kids. 🚫...
#284 - Changing her body composition, improving her digestion and no more burn out with British Brown
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode, I dive deep into the transformative journey of one of our amazing clients, British, a busy mum of three who's reshaping her...
#283 - How to unfuck your life with Max Trombly
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm bringing you an episode that's truly close to my heart on the Weight Loss for Women podcast. 🎧 This week, I journeyed deep into t...
#282 - Losing 7kgs, improving her sleep and relationship with food with Bel Harris
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Ep 282 Losing 7 kgs, improving her sleep and relationship with food with Bel HarrisIn the latest episode of the "Weight Loss for Women"...
#281 - Improving her body composition and learning how to nourish her body with Sophia Rocha
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sophia, a wonderful 37-year-old from sunny California. Sophia's story is one of true resilience,...
#280 - The Truth about peri-menopause and menopause with Keith Littlewood
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an enlightening episode of the Weight Loss for Women podcast, where I welcome back @tommolittlwood, also known as Tomo. With his extensive...
#279 - Losing 18 lbs, improving her cycle and becoming more resilient with Paige Yang
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Paige, a dedicated client, doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and a vibrant personality from the...
#278 - Should I be drinking a gallon of water per day to be healthy with Noelle Kovary
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the latest episode of the Weight Loss for Women Podcast, where we welcome back the incredible Noelle! Living on a picturesque property in ...
#277 - Beating perimenopause, losing weight & improving her sleep & energy with Shan Leng
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the Weight Loss for Women Podcast, we dive deep into the incredible transformation story of one of our amazing clients, Shan....
#276 - How to tap into your radiant feminine to win at life with Greta Zukoff
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So excited to have my friend Greta Zukoff back on the podcast. In this episode we dive into the heart of balancing masculine and feminine energies for...
#275 - Misconceptions around nutrition and training during pregnancy with Loren de la Cruz
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're thrilled to welcome back the amazing Loren to talk more about her pregnancy and some common misconceptions around training and nutrition whe...
#274 - Building muscle, losing body fat and improving her digestion with Lauren
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I interviewed one of our amazing clients from the UK. Lauren shares her transformative journey with us, from feeling stuck in a cycle of res...
#273 - How to structure your nutrition to get the most out of your training with Craig McDonald
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, recorded in our bright and airy new studio, we unpack the essentials of training for optimal body composition and how to fuel ...
#272 - Fasting like a girl with Kate Deering
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of fasting, specifically discussing the book "Fast Like a Girl" by Dr. Mindy Pelz. We explore the...
#271 - Losing 11kgs, improving her skin, digestion and believing in herself again with Alison West
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm super excited to share with you our latest episode of the "Weight Loss for Women" podcast. This week, we're joined by an incredibl...
#270 - Going into your future armed with a healthy strong body with Kitty Martone
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hey carb lovers 🤣 I'm thrilled to bring to you another inspiring episode of the "Weight Loss for Women" podcast, where we delve deep in...
#269 - How long will it take to get results with Amy Bowe
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
🌟 New Podcast Episode: How long will it take to get results with @amykatebowe🌟It was so good to have my good friend Amy back on the show. She ca...
#268 - Embracing the journey with Craig McDonald
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we're diving deep into the journey of restoring your metabolism, where you can eat more, train less, and still achieve healthy and...
#267 - Why you'll want to make this B vitamin a daily staple with Emma Sgourakis
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with the co-founder of Saturée Emma Sgourakis - The Nutrition Coach about our new product Niacinamide.Pure Niacinamide powder...
#266 - Learning how to lift and improving her body composition with Karlie Mountjoy
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with one of our beautiful coaching clients, Karlie (who is also a nutritionist), about her journey towards sustainable body com...
#265 - Improving her sleep, moods and losing 10kgs with Lisa White
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with one of our beautiful coaching clients, Lisa, about her journey towards sustainable weight loss and improved health. Lisa s...
#264 - Why we hate keto with Craig McDonald
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carbs bring so much joy to my life, but I see so many women doing keto to try to lose weight. And keto might sound good… but it doesn’t work the ...
#263 - Perimenopause, weight gain & glucose sensitivity with Kate Deering
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our latest podcast episodes, Kate Deering @katedeeringfitness (my good friend and author of How to Heal Your Metabolism) and I dig into what’s no...
#262 - Breaking free from restrictive diets, restoring her health and losing 8kgs with Mary Dellios
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you tried paleo, fasting, keto, or any other extremely restrictive diet?Mary Dellios has done it all. It got to the point where her hair was fall...
#261 - The Truth About Sun with Bryan Thomas
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sunlight is awesome. We recommend women get at least 15-20 minutes of sun each day. But with so many people scared about the sun due to skin cancer, I...
#260 - Menstrual Cycle 101 with Meg Langston
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can our menstrual cycles be our superpower? Why is having a menstrual cycle important?With so many women on birth control, I thought this was an impor...
#259 - Estrogen Dominance with Laura Lyons
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is estrogen dominance?How does estrogen work in the body?How exactly does it accumulate in the tissues and lead to estrogen dominance?So many wom...
#258 - Q&A with Kate Deering
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My good friend and sista from another mista Kate Deering is back on our latest podcast episode.We thought we’d do our version of a “coffee talk”...
#257 - Healing her body from the inside out and beating depression with Rosa Dal Bosco
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After various life-threatening health issues, WinatLife client Rosa found herself in a very depressive state.Some days, she would sleep all day, unabl...
#256 - How to make it easy to reach your body and health goals with Craig McDonald
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While many successful people have a lot of willpower… a key differentiator is that they also take deliberate action to set themselves up to succeed....
#255 - Training during and after pregnancy with Tammie Sarkozy
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“If it feels good, do it. If it doesn’t feel good, don’t do it.”In our recent @weightlossforwomen_podcast episode, we talk to Tammie Sarkozy @...
#254 - Dealing with Emotions with Greta Zukoff
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Feelings are confusing…When I went through trying to conceive, I felt all of the emotions and was incredibly anxious and stressed. But when we feel ...
#253 - Everything Digestion with Kate Deering
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you often feel bloated after eating?Do you suffer from IBS?Can eating more actually help combat stress and digestive symptoms? Kate Deering, @kate...
#252 - Maximise Your Training with Craig McDonald
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you unsure about your current gym program? Where might you be going wrong?In this @weightlossforwomen_podcast episode, Craig and I discuss three a...
#251 - Quitting CrossFit & Losing 10lbs with Crisa Mortenson
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After 40, have you noticed your weight going up no matter what you do?Meet Crisa - At 45 years old, Crisa says she spent so long in her head telling h...
#250 - Aspirin the wonder drug with Danny Roddy
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is aspirin a miracle substance? Should you take it?We’ve been taking it for years and years, and I get so many questions about it. So Danny Roddy is...
#249 - Break Free From the Booze with Lucy Quick
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
1 in 5 women in Australia struggles with drinking.But you can be sober and have a fantastic life!So, why do you drink? Are you drinking too much? I th...
#248 - Learning to Lift at 72 with Annette Pickford
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s never too late to change your life and improve your health.Annette is the perfect example of this.At 72 years old, she made a decision for hers...
#247 - Lets Talk About Sex with Eleanor Hadley
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about SEX!If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll know I don’t shy away from many topics, including anything and everything to ta...
#246 - Be the Person that Inspires You with Craig McDonald
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel happy doing what you're doing? Do you love the person you see in the mirror?A lot of this comes down to the choices we make every sing...
#245 - Self-Talk Matters with Melissa Collins
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel yourself lacking confidence or feeling unworthy… This one is for you.We have Mel @coachcollins47 back on the @weightlossforwomen_podcast...
#244 - Busting Myths with Dazza
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you NEED to strength train if you want to lose weight? Should you cut carbs?We’ve got the world famous Dazza on the @weightlossforwomen_podcast s...
#243 - The Truth About Cardio with Libby Wescombe
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So many women either do too much cardio or too little. So, if you’re confused about cardio and whether or not you should do it, this podcast is for ...
#242 - What Should my Training Split Be? with Craig McDonald
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How should you split up your training? How long should one training block last?In our recent @weightlossforwomen_podcast episode, Craig breaks it all ...
#241 - Does your Environment Support Your Goals with Melissa Collins
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are the sum of the people we surround ourselves with.When making a change, it’s common to experience pushback from friends and family.So, in our ...
#240 - The Pitfalls of Common Blood Tests with Keith Littlewood
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking about getting a blood test soon? What should you actually be looking for, and what might the results mean?In our recent podcast episo...
#239 - I'm tracking my food but not getting the result I want with Craig McDonald
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tracking your food but not getting the results that you want?In our latest podcast episode, Craig and I dig into what is likely happening and ...
#238 - What we eat in a day with Kate Deering
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kate and I get the same question all the time… What do we eat in a day?So, we decided to do a super quick podcast featuring what foods and meals wor...
#237 - Losing 10kgs, fixing her bloating, migraines and getting her energy back with Maree Johns
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many women don’t talk about their disordered eating past. But I’m beginning to believe that it’s more common than we might think… For instance...
#236 - The importance of fat soluble vitamins A, D, E & K with Margaret Barry
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been caught in the trap of eating strictly chicken and veggies for lunch and dinner? Are you confused about what “nutrient-dense foods” e...
#235 - Getting toned and improving her sleep with Rebecca Argyle
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of focusing on the scale? Rebecca has a story many women can relate to!In this podcast episode, Rebecca walks us through the dieting she...
#234 - Stress relief to change your brain with Theresa Piela
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you doing everything you can (getting sun, moving each day, etc) to try to get the quality sleep you crave, but it’s still not working? Our late...
#233 - Losing 7kgs, improving her sleep and acne with Olivia Nugent
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have trouble making yourself a priority?Meet Olivia! She runs a dairy farm with her husband and has two kids.On her 39th birthday, she signed u...
#232 - The truth about red meat with Stan Efferding
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does red meat cause heart disease? What about cancer? Should you eat it?In our new podcast episode, we have Stan Efferding back on and talking about e...
#231 - How to determine my protein targets with Craig McDonald
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Not sure how much protein you should be eating each day? Give this new episode a listen!Most women undereat protein. So, in this short episode, we get...
#230 - From hormonal hell to ultimate freedom with Anna Lakomy
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens after coaching? How do things go when you no longer need a coach or program to help you get your health on track?Well, Anna - one of our ...
#229 - The road to our photo shoot Part 2 with Craig McDonald
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Part 1 (our last podcast episode), we talked about how we’re structuring our foods and calories in preparation for it. In this episode, we’re d...
#228 - The road to our photo shoot Part 1 with Craig McDonald
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about doing a photoshoot to show off your progress? We definitely have… And now we’re doing one!First off, it feels GOOD to ...
#227 - The in's and out's of continuous blood glucose monitors with Kate Deering
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should you use a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)? What is a CGM? Why does blood sugar regulation matter anyway?In our latest podcast episode, Kate De...
#226 - Losing 10kgs, fixing her digestive issues and sleep with Natalie Agazzani
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our fabulous client, Natalie, describes her incredible transformation. At 25 years old, Natalie was having trouble sleeping through the night, was alw...
#225 -Why changing exercises too frequently could be ruining your progress with Craig McDonald
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe that you have to switch up your exercises to make progress? Well, we’ve got some tips for you!In our latest podcast episode, Craig br...
#224 - The power of red light with Bryan Thomas
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Once you get the basics down, adding scientifically-proven wellness tools, like red light, can further your health journey.I use red light to wind dow...
#223 - Squat, Bench, Deadlift should they be in my program with Craig McDonald
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What exercises should you include in your program? And should squat, bench, and deadlift be some of them?In our latest podcast episode, Craig and I di...
#222 - The power of Progesterone with Kitty Martone
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know progesterone isn’t just about supporting pregnancy? It’s so much more than that!In our latest podcast episode, we’ve got another Ki...
#221 - Losing 40lbs and fixing her digestive issues with Madisen Smith
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve experienced persistent digestive issues, you can likely relate to Madison. In our latest podcast episode, Madison, who is 30 years old, si...
#220 - Toxic diet culture with Danny Roddy
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you listened to our new podcast episode with @thedannyroddyweblog? We talk about everything toxic diet culture.Finding Dr Ray Peat's work has...
#219 - How stress affects us with Craig McDonald
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stress is a normal part of life and there are many things we can do to build our stress resilience.We work long hours, train hard and recently have ha...
#218 - The importance of detoxification with Dr Alex Orton
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our podcast guests always have the best way of clarifying common myths and misconceptions! And @dr.alexorton is no exception.We chatted about what det...
#217 - How to prioritise your body and health goals as a busy mum with Nyssa Bovenkamp
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a busy mum who is struggling to prioritise your health and body goals, @nyssa_bovenkamp and I have a few simple and easy tips for you!Nyss...
#216 - How you breathe will affect your physical and mental performance with Patrick McKeown
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick is the author of The Oxygen Advantage. I’ve been reading his book (highly recommend!), and since I’ve found breathwork to really help my a...
#215 - How Emily healed her autoimmune condition, acne, anxiety, digestive issues & fatigue with Emily Sims
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A year ago, Emily was a completely different person.Suffering from an autoimmune condition, acne, anxiety, digestive issues, fatigue, anxiety, hair fa...
#214 - Changing your mind about stress with Theresa Piela
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stressed? Have you listened to our latest podcast episode?Theresa and I chat about how you can change you mind about stress! The truth is that...
#213 - Are you a busy mum who puts herself last? with Amy Weldon
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a busy mum, you can probably relate to Amy Weldon’s story…With six kids, Amy is always on the go! When her husband got sick 10 years a...
#212 - Finding the wisdom in emotional eating with Stephanie Mara Fox
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about binge eating and trauma… In this latest podcast episode, Stephanie, a somatic eating counselor for over a decade, unveils the int...
#211 - If my goal is weight loss should I be doing high reps with Craig McDonald
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should you be doing high reps and lower weight if your goal is fat loss? In our this podcast episode, Craig answers this question once and for all.Cra...
#210 - Does the copper IUD affect your hormones? with Amanda Montalvo
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I sit down with Amanda Montalvo and chat about the copper IUD, what we know about how it works, its potential impact on your hormones ...
#209 - How to reverse engineer the body you want with Kathleen Knauf
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of our amazing coaches, Kathleen, is back on our podcast. We’ve had many of our coaches on here, but now we’re going through different client ...
#208 - The power of bathing with Bathing Evolved
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I have the guys from Bathing Evolved back on the podcast! A while back, they contacted me and sent me some of their awesome bath bombs. I was looking ...
#207 - Does scale weight matter with Craig McDonald
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should you be tied to the number on the scale? Is this the only way you should measure your progress? So many of the women we work with have always on...
#206 - From running 100kms to deadlifting 100kgs and becoming a coach with Charlotte Todd
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Charlotte has had a really fascinating journey! As one of our coaches, she actually comes from an insane 100 km ultra-marathon background. Over time, ...
#205 - Losing 7kgs, fixing her digestive issues & feeling happy again with Melissa McGrath
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa is one of our awesome clients. She is 38 years old and a mum to three boys. She lives on a farm in South Australia, and six months in, Melissa...
#204 - How to improve your sleep with Bryan Thomas
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bryan lives in the states, and I’ve followed him on Instagram for a while; We have similar nutritional approaches. He recently did a great post on s...
#203 - Focus on data not feelings with Craig McDonald
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I had such an interesting conversation with a friend of mine last week about her unexplained weight gain.She messaged saying Kit, I've gained 4kgs...
#202 - Are you missing the forest for the trees when it comes to your health with Dr Alex Orton
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of women get caught up in new fads, supplements, and technology - forgetting about the basic fundamentals. So, I wanted to sit down with Alex, w...
#201 - How to approach your training when injured with Melissa Collins
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My good friend and one of our amazing coaches, Melissa Collins, is back on the podcast. She’s been on three times now. The last one was about sex, a...
#200 - Are you making these mistakes with your training with Ben Yanes
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you like lifting and getting strong, Ben Yanes’ IG page will really resonate with you. Craig and I love the educational content Ben produces. Ben...
#199 - Losing 30 lbs, improving her skin, mood and getting her energy back with Samantha A Florio
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been in the fitness industry or health world for a while, you’ll probably relate to Samantha’s story. Samantha is 37 years old. She is...
#198 - How to stop the self sabotaging patterns of behaviour so you can achieve your body and health goals with Greta Zukoff
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The beautiful Greta is back on the podcast. She’s been on a few times. If you haven’t seen the previous episodes with Greta, go back and give them...
#197 - Finding the training plan that suits the season of life you're in with Vic Hoskin
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our awesome ops manager, Vic, is on the podcast this round. If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll probably have heard me talk about Vic in my ...
#196 - Understanding energy balance when it comes to weight loss/weight gain with Kate Deering
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kate has probably been on the podcast most out of any other of our guests. She is the author of How To Heal Your Metabolism; It’s a great book. If y...
#195 - How to structure your training with Craig McDonald
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We get so many questions about strength training so I thought I'd do a podcast dedicated to how to structure your training and answer all your que...
#194 - The truth about salt with Stan Efferding
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stan Efferding, the world’s strongest bodybuilder and the creator of The Vertical Diet, is back on the podcast! He is so knowledgeable, and this isn...
#193 - What should my macros be with Craig McDonald
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I always thought I had to go to extremes to lose weight, then I’d have these epic binges. When I met Emma and Craig and learned about calories and m...
#192 - Do you struggle to take ownership and follow through on commitments to yourself? with Theresa Piela
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Theresa is an EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) practitioner. We love Theresa. She actually helped Craig and me through our TTC journey, and we are et...
#191 - Losing 7kgs, improving her sleep, body composition and finally getting results with Joan Barendson
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our lovely kiwi client, Joan, is on this podcast episode. She lives in New Zealand (I love her accent!). She has two kids, is 38 and works in a high l...
#190 - Carbs: why we think they're essential for sustainable fat loss & good health with Keith Littlewood
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We have Tommo back on the podcast. He’s been on heaps of times. We’ve done a bunch of episodes on hormones, blood testing, foods and digestibility...