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 breaks down exactly when it’s appropriate to switch movements and when it’s not. (And the answer might surprise you!).Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.You can review on Spotify HERE.LINKSJoin our 7-Day Eat More, Train Less, Get Results ChallengeLearn more about our 16-week Winatlife Accelerator Program: Book your callSaturée products: use discount code KITTY05 for 10% offFollow:Kitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldCraig McDonald @iamcraigmcdonaldSHOW NOTES00:48 - Women being offended with what I post03:53 - Why should you not change your exercises too frequently04:52 - How it differs depending on your lifting skills and experience 06:53 - When should you move to a different exercise07:38 - Why tracking your data is so important08:20 - Being on the same exercise structure for 18 months09:18 - Why not making any progress for a couple of weeks is normal10:25 - Progression system we use12:39 - Pushing to failure13:40 - Specialization program for advance lifters15:53 - Questions that you need to ask to ultimately determine what you need o do16:08 - Keeping the compound lifts the same and changing the accessories16:56 - Why your progress depends on your execution18:50 - Why execution should come first before effort19:57 - What is Loaded Stretch Position?21:56 - Women not knowing what they're truly capable of25:09 - How strength training smashes all of your beliefs about yourself28:25 - Times that you don't need to push yourself too hardAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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 down and found it really helped with scarring and recovery after having my implants removed. Craig and I both have the red light face mask as well, and we’ve noticed a difference in our skin (and it’s just so relaxing).So! Let’s dig into everything about red light. We welcome Bryan Thomas back on the podcast to shine the light on this wellness tool.Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.You can review on Spotify HERE.LINKSJoin our 7-Day Eat More, Train Less, Get Results ChallengeLearn more about our 16-week Winatlife Accelerator Program: Book your callSaturée products: use discount code KITTY05 for 10% offRed light man: use discount code KITTY for 10% offInfraredi use code WINATLIFE for 10% offSperti Vit D LampBrooding lampFollow:Kitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldBryan Thomas @performanceneuroSHOW NOTES00:40 - Bryan's background02:35 - Using red light to wind down and how it helped with my recovery and scarring after having my implants removed03:36 - What is infrared and red light?04:00 - Wavelength04:40 - How red light can increase metabolism05:22 - The benefits of red light07:10 - Different factors in using red light08:16 - The different ways you can use it for10:27 - Red light benefits on the skin12:02 - How frequently and how much should you do it13:53 - Ideal distance range should you have it away from your body15:55 - How much is too much16:50 - Is it not a good idea to do it before bed?19:06 - How it helps with healing injuries20:24 - How to make your own red light and what you need to look for when you're looking into buying one29:04 - What you need to know about the blue light31:45 - Getting some sun and vitamin D32:20 - Vitamin D supplementation33:35 - Using dminder App34:18 - Vitamin D lamps34:45 - What are UV A, B, and C?35:18 - Using saturated fat in skincare and uv protectionAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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 discuss when we recommend these movements and when they might not be appropriate. Often, it depends on your goals. Give our most recent episode a listen to find out why.Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.You can review on Spotify HERE.LINKSJoin our 7-Day Eat More, Train Less, Get Results ChallengeLearn more about our 16-week Winatlife Accelerator Program: Book your callSaturée products: use discount code KITTY05 for 10% offFollow:Kitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldCraig McDonald @iamcraigmcdonaldSHOW NOTES00:31 - Setting up our new podcast studio02:04 - Do you really need to include the Squat, Bench, and Deadlift in your program?03:24 - Why skill-based movements require more time and effort04:20 - How you build muscle06:02 - Muscular failure and muscle growth06:50 - Working with someone 1on1 and how that can speed up your progress08:16 - Stimulus to fatigue ratio for advanced lifters12:10 - Sample exercises if you're new to lifting14:10 - Alternative exercise to the bench press14:27 - Why deadlift is a much easier movement20:44 - Sample home exercisesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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 Kitty on the podcast. Kitty Martone talks everything progesterone - clarifying the importance of this hormone and the power it has beyond pregnancy. I truly believe every woman should know these facts about progesterone and their cycle. This isn’t one you want to miss!Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.You can review on Spotify HERE.LINKSJoin our 7-Day Eat More, Train Less, Get Results ChallengeLearn more about our 16-week Winatlife Accelerator Program: Book your callSaturée products: use discount code KITTY05 for 10% offOna's products: use discount code KITTY for 15% offProgest EFollow:Kitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldKitty Martone @healthygutgirl_SHOW NOTES01:16 - Kitty Martone's background04:14 - How natural progesterone can help women with perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms05:50 - What is the role of Estrogen and Progesterone in the body07:51 - What happens to your body when go on restrictive diets for a long period of time14:04 - Re-evaluating your relationship with food14:24 - Why you need to start counting your macros16:43 - One of the big things Kitty learned from Dr. Ray Peat's work about the role of Estrogen19:18 - How do you become deficient in Progesterone21:10 - High level of stress and how that affects progesterone levels21:58 - Estrogen dominance: What it really means24:09 - Hormone rehab25:42 - Doing the basics and why its important when it comes to supporting progesterone production27:16 - The things that affect your cycle29:15 - Why it's crucial to manage stress32:22 - How EFT tapping helped me36:04 - Unspoken problem of xenoestrogens37:34 - Toxic chemicals from skin care, perfumes, and make up products44:02- Giving up supplements45:36 - Coffee enema's and their benefits46:53 - Different ways of taking Progesterone50:01 - How often should you take it?54:07 - How progesterone can help with sleep issues56:24 - Calm cream and where should you rub it on your body01:00:17 - Can you overdose Progesterone?01:02:10 - Progesterone as a lubricant01:05:50 - Progesterone as a fountain of youthAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

If you’ve experienced persistent digestive issues, you can likely relate to Madison. In our latest podcast episode, Madison, who is 30 years old, single, and has no kids, describes her journey of overcoming gut problems.From the vegan diet to the carnivore diet, Madison had been cycling through restrictive diets for years, trying to find the diet that solved her gut issues. From 2020 to 2022, due to stress and more, Madison gained 50 lbs and knew she needed more help.After being in our program for a year, Madison has seen incredible changes, specifically in her body composition (even losing 40 lbs!). She says she’s more confident and worries less about food than before, now knowing she has a plan and food ready to eat.Happy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.You can review on Spotify HERE.LINKSJoin our 7-Day Eat More, Train Less, Get Results ChallengeLearn more about our 16-week Winatlife Accelerator Program: Book your callSaturée products: use discount code KITTY05 for 10% offFollow:Kitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldCraig McDonald @iamcraigmcdonaldSHOW NOTES01:04 - Madison's background02:12 - Her health and diet history (food restrictions, weight gain, gut and digestive issues)06:52 - What made her join the program08:25 - How stress affects your digestion09:59 - How long she's been in the program10:19 - What are the results she's seen12:12 - Feeling in control again 13:36 - The importance of tracking and food prepping15:49 - Listening to your body and making sure you're eating enough17:26 - Her body compositions changes over the last 12 months18:06 - How many calories she's currently eating per day18:31 - What she enjoyed most about the program19:58 - What she found the most challenging 21:17 - Why progress isn't linear25:06 - Her advice to women who are sitting on the fence about joining the program26:15 - How the coaching and support helped her achieve her results26:29 - Her advice to other women who are in the same journeyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands