The Wag Podcast

Whether it's taking your shirt off around your friends, or wearing shorts in public - feeling insecure about your body is something many of us go through, even if we aren’t vocalizing it. In today’s episode Adee and Michael are putting it all out there, talking about ways we can all start letting go of our shame and finally start feeling comfortable in our own skin.  What you’ll learn: Recognizing thought patterns that lead to insecurities Why externalizing your emotions can help you let go of shame 4 tips on how to share something vulnerable  We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important

Good communication is the key to a healthy relationship. Another big predictor of a good relationship is how couples fight. In this episode, Adee and Michael are talking about the Imago Dialogue, a powerful communication tool designed to help any two people move out of conflict and back to a place of mutual acceptance.  What you’ll learn:05:30 - The Imago process16:00 - How to use the Imago Dialogue Books mentioned:Getting The Love You Want - H. Hendrix We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we’ll be to get

This week Adee and Michael are talking about getting your body back after pregnancy. From experiencing diastasis, to postpartum depression, to tracking your food again, this episode is full of tips that will help you come up with a postpartum wellness plan for getting back to feeling comfortable and confident in your skin so that you can still take care of your newborn and take care of yourself at the same time.  What you’ll learn:02:39 - Mental and emotional well being after pregnancy11:40 - The physical effects of pregnancy15:00 - Tracking food after pregnancy Resources mentioned: Meal Train We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir)

Starting a family is both rewarding and challenging at the same time. This week, Michael and Adee are talking about creating a plan, setting expectations and negotiating responsibilities of parenthood in order to avoid unnecessary stress so that you can both enjoy your baby, and each other. What you’ll learn:16:50 - Lessons of parenthood19:20 - Freedom and space in the relationship30:00 - Setting up boundaries  We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other platforms). The more reviews we receive, the more likely we’ll be to get this podcast and message in front of more p

We sent out a survey to over 3,000 aspiring nutrition coaches about what stopped them from taking the leap to begin coaching clients. One of the most frequent questions we heard was: can you actually make money as a nutrition coach? In today’s episode, Adee and Michael will dispel myths about making money as an online nutrition coach. Adee launched Working Against Gravity six years ago, and now with 35 employees, she can assure you — it is absolutely possible to make this a sustainable career. Not only do they break down the actual math of how much money a nutrition coach can make per client and per year, but they offer actionable steps you can take today to inch toward your dream career without taking huge risks. Remember, the WAG Coach Certification offers a low-stakes way to find out whether you can see yourself working with nutrition coaching clients – you’ll practice creating programs and working with clients, and you’ll get feedback from a coach mentor. We would love to hear from you! If you have a ques

This week Adee and Michael are answering another listener's question about overcoming the challenge of unwanted weight gain and learning how to take care of your body.  Be sure to tune in for more tips on nutrition, meditation, and mindset shifts that are sure to help you find what works best for you on your journey to looking better and feeling better. We love your questions so keep them coming!  What you’ll learn:08:20 - How range can still be good 12:33 - Mindset shifts16:30 - Meditation24:00 - Action steps to feel better We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (and other

Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey, or have been at it for some time, eventually we all hit the dreaded plateau. In today’s episode Adee and Michael are giving quick tips to help you break through the rough patches and get closer to your goals. Some of today's topics include lifestyle changes for long term success, identifying trends in your nutrition, and establishing good habits in both nutrition and exercise.  What you’ll learn:08:51 - Identifying a plateau10:10 - How to tell if someone is in a plateau 14:50 - What to do when someone is in a plateau20:16 - Changing up your fitness We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQ

As we get older it can become more and more difficult to build deep, meaningful friendships, but Michael and Adee believe people are craving that kind of connection more than ever. On today’s episode, they unpack some of their best tips for engaging in deep conversations with friends. Listen along to learn some questions you can ask and strategies you can use to take the lead in cultivating stronger friendships. What you’ll learn: 02:44 – Why depth matters 06:07 – Fostering a group conversation 08:58 – Being the leader 11:49 – Conversation starters 17:58 – Building trust We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow along @workingagainstgravity on Instagram and leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

In our last episode, Adee and Michael were talking about building your own success map, and how to recognize positive patterns in your life - but what happens when nothing seems to work no matter how hard you try? In this episode, Adee and Michael are talking about a quick mindset shift that will help you get over plateaus and back on track. Whether it's nutrition, work, or exercise, you can use these tips to stay on top of your game. What you’ll learn: 04:30 - What saved you no longer serves you 09:30 - What to do when you hit a plateau  We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iT

Have you ever had one of those days where everything just clicks? You feel great, you’re excited about life, and you’re at the top of your game. What if it were possible to recreate more of those days? In today’s episode Adee and Michael are talking about building your own success, what you have to do to get back on track, and how recognizing positive habits can help you get through those hard times as fast as possible. What you’ll learn: 02:40 - Recognizing your positive and negative habits 07:00 - 3-steps to being your own guru We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://apple.co/2Y4Qn7h) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3gU2Tz4) Stitcher (https://bit.ly/3eQR0Ir) Also, podcast reviews are pretty darn important to iTunes (an

Have you ever tried holding someone accountable and then it backfired? This week, Adee and Michael are giving tips on how to hold people more accountable without coming off too strong or being pushed over. Whether it’s how you say it, or exactly what words to use, sometimes helping out isn’t as easy as you’d think. Both Adee and Michael share some advice when it comes to honoring commitments, giving your attention to people, and the power of repeating words. What you’ll learn: 02:00 - How to modify behavior using the Hawthorne effect 06:30 - What to avoid when you’re giving advice11:20 - How to not get pushed over  17:13 - The difference between what you say vs. how you say it We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow @workingagainstgravity on Instagram. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! (https://ap

This week Adee and Michael are telling you the one thing that has made the greatest impact on them. And that’s the power of intention. Listen in as they discuss how living with intention has changed their lives and how they apply it in everything, from work and fitness to parenting and relationships. And in true Michael and Adee fashion they are leaving you with the steps you can take to be more intentional. Michael says this is the one thing that has had the biggest impact on his life and we can’t wait to see how living more intentionally moves you forward! Topics: 1:30 - Power of intention & Burning Man 4:50 - When you’re not intentional 5:50 - Difference between goal and intention 6:50 - Areas to apply the intention 7:41 - Examples of how Adee and Michael use intention 10:50 - Intentionally more feminine 12:52 - Intentionally self expressive 13:30 - How to be more intentional We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemai

Through many of our nutrition journeys, our focus is on decreasing calories and losing fat. But what happens when you hit a plateau and are already on low calories or when you reach your goals and are happy with your body composition? This is when reverse dieting comes into play. Reverse dieting is training your body to eat more while maintaining your weight, sounds pretty awesome right? In this episode, Adee and Micheal go over the reasons reverse dieting can be beneficial, who it’s for, how it works, and what steps you can take. So, if you have plateaued or reached your goals you’ll definitely want to listen in! Topics: 1:05 - Reasons reverse dieting can be beneficial for people 4:50 - Who is reverse dieting good for and when 7:20 - How does reverse dieting work? 10:25 - Reason reverse dieting works 13:30 - How much should you increase calories when reverse dieting? 15:30 - Why don’t we increase protein too much when reverse dieting 16:40 - What is NEAT? 19:00 - Action steps We would love to hear from you

Have you ever felt like you were working so hard with your nutrition but not making any progress? Adee and Micheal just may have a solution for you. In this episode, they talk about how when it comes to nutrition, your Swiss Army Knife is the ability to weigh, track and measure your food and hit a certain set of macros. While strict tracking doesn't have to be forever, learning how to do so for a period of time can help you understand the specific balance of foods your body needs to reach your goals. And once you nail being strict for a while, it’s much easier to be more lenient with your tracking later on. Listen in as they go through Adee’s personal experience with tracking, what you can learn from it, how to get started and resources to swap to intuitive eating. Topics: 2:50 - Are you a cook or a baker? (analogy) 7:00 - Why learning to be precise in your diet initially is beneficial 8:45 - Becoming a “chef”/ when you know enough to break the rules 10:30 - Adees journey when she first started tracking  11:

Can you really lose weight while eating more? In some cases, yes. While it’s easy to believe that eating less will help you lose weight, Adee and Michael use this week’s WAG podcast to break down how this might actually work against you. With the science of metabolic adaptation to back them up, they explain how your body actually responds to eating too little. By the end of the episode, you’ll be able to recognize different scenarios where eating too little becomes an issue and will walk away equipped with four new action steps to take when this occurs. Timestamps 3:15 - Scenarios where you may need to eat more to lose weight 4:55 - Contributing factors 6:40 - What happens when you start increasing calories 7:30 - Finding the right macronutrient profile 8:30 - Are you inconsistent with your eating habits? 9:40 - Is too much restriction hurting you? 10:20 - Switching diets frequently 11:00 - Are you underreporting your food intake by accident? 13:00 - Four action steps you can take We would love to hear from

In this week’s WAG Podcast, Renee Mahail joins Adee for a live coaching call to talk about her past attempts at macro-tracking, the pressure to be perfect, and how you can be in love with your current body and still want change. As an officer in the US Army, Renee is used to living an active lifestyle but admits she feels her nutrition is holding her back from her goals to be leaner. If you’ve ever struggled with the idea that you have to be perfect in your nutrition approach or wondered how WAG’s “flexible coaching” approach could help you achieve your goals, this episode is for you. Topics: 3:00 - How macro-tracking felt obsessive and intense in her past 5:20 - What are your goals for this call? 7:10 - Being an officer in the US Army 11:20 - Balancing body love without conflicting with your motivation to change 18:40 - Understanding nutrition is individual and releasing the “I should/shouldn’t” approach 26:00 - Every strength has a shadow side  32:00 - Why we should all take a child’s approach to trying n

In this episode of the WAG Podcast, WAG coach Brittany Werner joins Michael in a unique conversation about her life and experience living overseas, working in nutrition with children and bariatric clients, finding her home with WAG and now working mostly with working moms. As a mother of three, Brittany found her passion in working with other moms. She talks about the lessons she’s learned from these momma clients and her understanding that when you’re a caregiver you're giving everything to your kids. This has taught her that if you pull back a little and give a little more to yourself then you can give more to everyone. Brittany has had an incredibly interesting journey, giving her a unique perspective on different nutrition situations. Topics: 3:00 - Lessons brought back from the different cultures after traveling  6:00 - The hardest part about coming back to the states 9:00 - How did you get into nutrition? 10:40 - Finding WAG 14:30 - Experience working with WAG as a client 17:15 - How some views on nutr

In this episode, Adee and Micheal Cazayoux answer YOUR questions! From is it realistic for the average person to get super lean to tips for emotional eaters. They dive into their views (sometimes different) on the questions listeners submitted. So if you’re wondering if you should undereat the day after overeating or how to stay motivated when you see progress, then you want to listen in on this episode with real questions and answers. Topics: 3:40 Are the super lean and ripped body goals really realistic? 10:10 If you go over your macros one day do you undereat the next day, why or why not? 13:35 What tips do you have for emotional eaters? 18:05 Can you ruin an entire week of hard work with one meal? 22:15 How do you stay motivated when you see progress but know it’s only one small step to your overall goal? We would love to hear from you! If you have a question you want us to answer on the podcast, let us know by leaving a voicemail at workingagainstgravity.com/podcast. And don’t forget to follow along @w

This week we have one of our own joining us! Jayne Smith is not only a WAG coach but also a coach training assistant for the WAG Coach Certification, which is basically a digital mentor who guides students through the training. In this episode, Michael talks with Jayne about the different transitions she's been through in her life, going from a collegiate gymnast to retiring and gaining 30 pounds before finding CrossFit and competitive weightlifting. Jayne shares how each experience affected her personally and from a nutrition aspect. Jayne shares how some of the hardest transitions for her were the ones when she wasn’t working toward something competitive. She opens up to listeners and discusses the physical and mental challenges she went through during these times and, ultimately, how she found her passion and career as a WAG coach! You’ll gain a lot from her stories and inspirational journey. Topics: 4:45 Welcome Jayne 5:25 Starting Gymnastics at Age 6 11:20 Highlight of Her Career  13:00 How Her Experien

Let’s talk about accountability. We all know it’s a powerful tool. It can come in many forms: a coach, a group, a mentor, an accountabili-buddy. At WAG, we have a “nutrition pyramid”, and the bottom of the pyramid (i.e. the most important part) is consistency. Accountability is critical in helping us remain consistent. If we know we have to check in with someone on a regular basis, our focus and performance will improve. In our latest episode of the podcast, Adee and Michael explain why accountability is so critical for achieving your goals (including the psychology behind it). They also outline action steps you can take today to find sources of accountability. Are you curious about what it might be like to be a nutrition coach? Then you’ll be very interested in 3 upcoming live webinars hosted by Adee & Michael!  Each webinar will be packed with valuable information about nutrition coaching and how to create the career of your dreams. Check out the topics:  Webinar 1 – October 1st at 4 PM CST Topic: The