Let's Run Podcast With Pahla B Fitness

Have you ever thought that you were being judged by someone? You may have felt defensiveness, defeat, and–ugh!--unworthiness. Tough stuff, right? Handling CRITICISM is one of the thorniest things we face in life. But in today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, I’ve got some great news about your ability to feel amazing in the face of your critics! So we’re tackling this topic from all angles, including:Understanding what criticism ISRecognizing our FEELINGS when hearing someone’s opinionAdopting STRATEGIES for handling those feelingsLearning cool NEW WORDS like “metacognition”And of course there are a couple of personal stories thrown in, too, because we’ve all had to face some CRITICISM in our lives. Are you ready to feel better about how you’re handling it? Let’s go!

Are you ready for a great conversation about a fascinating book? Because that’s what we’ve got on tap for the Fitness Matters podcast today: Pahla B’s Wellness Over 50 BOOK CLUB reads “Hormonal” by Eleanor Morgan.From the publisher’s description: Hormonal explores everything from contraception to PMS, in relation to anxiety, depression and taboos about hysteria and the ‘hormonal’ woman. It is a compelling portrait of the modern landscape of women and health, showing us how to navigate stigma and misinformation. My friends, this fun and eclectic chat covers a range of opinions about the book, womanhood, menopause and much more - and I’d love to hear your opinion, too!

Do you ever feel like somebody’s circumstances make it easier for them to reach their goals? And that maybe if things were DIFFERENT for you, you could, too? Friends, we’ve all been there. But you know what? When we feel DIFFERENT, we’re not moving toward the things that we want. And it’s NOT because of our circumstances. In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, I’m sharing

Does the idea of PLANNING AHEAD make you a little uncomfortable? Ditto for me, my friends! I used to think I wasn’t good at it, and you know what happened then? I managed to make that prediction come true every time.If this sounds like you, then today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast is absolutely the bee’s knees! We’re talking about creating calmness, pleasure, and good vibes, even when we’re doing something we don’t think we’re capable of. You’ve got this – with PLANNING AHEAD or anything else – and I’ll show you how.

Ever had circumstances that made you feel frustrated? Like, maybe the number on the scale went up? You got cut off in traffic? Or maybe the fact that the dishwasher wasn’t emptied when it was supposed to be? Yes, yes and yes! This episode of the Fitness Matters podcast is a revealing look at all things “frustration.” We’re chatting about:

Do you want to change the story of your life? Are powerful life shifts even possible? My friend, I’m so excited about this month’s Pahla B’s Wellness Over 50 BOOK CLUB pick, “Live the Best Story of Your Life” by Bob Litwin! Can the concepts really be as simple as the author presents them?Enjoy this engaging conversation with my friends Amy and Amanda as we delve into these questions, and much more!

Are you bouncing around a certain number on the scale, or not seeing a general downward trend, and it feels like you’re NOT LOSING WEIGHT?In this episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we’re diving in and I’m sharing how you can identify the things in your WEIGHT LOSS journey that may be slightly off and can affect your overall results. And, oh yes, I’m sharing personal stories along the way, too!Ready to dig in? Let’s GO!

Have you ever wondered what may be stopping you from getting where you want to go with your weight? And would you be surprised to hear that you have the sharpest tool in the shed available to you right now that will allow you to CREATE THE FUTURE YOU WANT?In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we’re talking about how “letting go” is the key to achieving your WEIGHT LOSS goals. Plus I’m sharing the ONE THING that will get you anywhere you want to go – with WEIGHT LOSS or anything else

Are you on a WEIGHT LOSS journey and sometimes frustrated by the slow movement on your scale? This is a concern I hear A LOT! And if you’re wondering if there’s anything you can do to speed up the process, this info is absolutely for you! In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we’re talking about what organ in your body is primarily responsible for your results – and the ONE QUESTION you can ask yourself that changes everything! Let’s GO!

Do dogs and cats feel emotions? Can you tell how another person feels just by reading their expression? My friend, everything we’ve been taught about our feelings gets challenged in the fascinating book “How Emotions are Made,” by Lisa Feldman Barrett - this month’s Pahla B’s Wellness Over 50 BOOK CLUB pick!Enjoy this lively and intriguing conversation, and get ready for next month’s LIVE chat, too!

Does the green-eyed monster rear its ugly head when other people seem to be having the WEIGHT LOSS success you want? Yep, we’re talking about JEALOUSY - a prickly, thorny topic that isn’t always easy to tackle. But you know what? You have more power than you think you do when it comes to this feeling (and other ones, too!).In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we’re taking a deep dive into JEALOUSY and chatting about: 

Have you ever wanted to reach a goal – WEIGHT LOSS, a new job, whatever – and weren’t sure where to start? I've been there too, and I’ve got the help you need!In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, I’m sharing simple, straightforward suggestions that you can use right now to get the clarity you need to GET STARTED on just about anything! And the super good news is that this process involves only ONE STEP!Want to GET YOUR GOAL in the coming 12 months (or literally any time of the year)? Click on the play button and we’ll get STARTED!

Do you struggle with getting motivated, and wonder how you can find this elusive feeling more often (like, maybe every day) so you can LOSE WEIGHT?My friend, in today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we are going to clean out our mental closets and give some clarity to this topic. I’m excited to bring you a four-step method that’s completely DOABLE and will have you feeling energetic, open, hopeful, and ready to take on WEIGHT LOSS (or any other goals you may have this year)!Ready? Let’s GO!

It’s the first Sunday of 2022 and you know what that means, right? We’re launching into a NEW YEAR full of wonder, excitement and NEW GOALS!In today’s goal-setting episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we’re digging into:

During the month of December, the Pahla B Book Club, in partnership with Chirp Audiobooks, read and listened to “The Gifts of Imperfection” by Brene Brown, then enjoyed a LIVE meeting on Zoom! (And what an appropriate time of year to read this book–when so many of us feel the temptation to live up to a “perfect” holiday standard!)Enjoy this fun replay of the lovely conversation I had with my friend Mary and the many beautiful Bs who were able to join us live about our experiences reading the book and employing the gifts in our personal lives.

There is something incredibly satisfying about turning the final page of a calendar, don’t you think? We’re on the brink of a new YEAR, new ENERGY, new GOALS. But is there anything we can do before we open our fresh, new calendar to set ourselves up for SUCCESS in the coming year?In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, I reveal exactly what that “something” is.I’m recapping the Lessons from 2021, and we’re covering the good, the bad, and the ugly (including some “adventure crying”).If you’re thinking about 2022 and the GOALS you’re going to crush, this is one podcast you don’t want to miss! Let’s GO!

It’s SO difficult to lose weight during a holiday season, right? Thoughts of restriction, willpower, deprivation -- they seem to be everywhere! But what if I told you that you can absolutely stay on course with LOSING WEIGHT during this season -- or ANY season

You’ve seen it before. You’re working hard toward a HEALTHY WEIGHT and -- bam -- a comment like this comes your way: “There are donuts in the breakroom today. Here, have some!”“It must be nice to have all that food willpower this time of the year.”“Your face has gotten so thin. Are you sick?”It can be discouraging to navigate your weight loss journey when these kinds of remarks are buzzing in the air (especially if they come from family members, am I right?). In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we’re digging deep into the topic of other peoples’ support, or lack thereof, on your weight loss journey. We’re identifying what’s a real problem (and what’s not), and we’re naming the ultimate person in charge of your goal (spoiler alert: it’s not “other people!”).Ready for this fascinating conversation? Click the play button, and let’s GO!

I’m so excited to bring you today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, with our very first BOOK CLUB session! My friend Lori and I are discussing “The Menopause Manifesto” by Dr. Jen Gunter. And what an eye-opening book this is!Listen in and join the conversation about topics like menopause surprises, intriguing statistics, takeaways -- and much more! (Don’t worry if you haven’t read/listened to the book yet; this is an interesting conversation for everyone.)Ready to feel empowered to embrace this phase in a practical and loving way? Listen now! Let’s GO!

My friends, have you ever wondered what impact your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings have on the RESULTS you get in your life? Can your state of mind really affect your outcomes?In today’s episode of the Fitness Matters podcast, we are peeling back the onion and I’m sharing the PRACTICAL STEPS and FOUNDATIONAL IDEAS that will get us to the goals we set for ourselves.Tune in now to find out all about it. Let’s GO!