The Brain Coach podcast is hosted by executive function expert and 'Brain Coach' Mary Turos. Take a deep dive into executive functions and simple strategies based in neuroscience to overcome obstacles and achieve personal progress. Each episode provides insights from a community of educators, researchers, therapists, clinicians, family members to support a healthy brain.
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Thin Brain Training with Coach Carlene Podcasts is based on Carlene's 19+ years of working with obese women to help them not just lose weight but how to keep that weight off. It doesn't matter what diet you use or how fast you want to lose weight, what matters is the mental changes you make to break embedded dieting patterns. What good is it to lose all that weight only to gain it back because once you're at goal you return to the eating habits that made you gain weight in the first place?
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Can setbacks fuel future success? When I coach entrepreneurs, I tell them, "Fail forward and fail fast, and every day will be a school day." What that means is that there is always a lesson to be had and failure is one of our greatest teachers. Approach every day as a school day. In this podcast, I will do my best to share with you my failures, business and personal, and all the lessons learned so that hopefully you don't have to repeat those same mistakes.
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S2 E19: The Pareto Principle
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16:32Welcome back to The Brain Coach. In today’s episode, Mary continues the discussion around efficiency and effectiveness. She introduces the Pareto Principle (also known as the 80/20 rule), the idea that a small portion of causes are responsible for the majority of effects. Mary highlights examples of how this principle shows up in business, health, …
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S2 E18: Efficiency vs. Effectiveness
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15:58Is it better to be efficient or effective? In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary discusses the difference between efficiency and effectiveness, doing things right versus doing the right things. She shares how so many of us fall into the trap of trying to be more efficient without first asking if the task is even worth doing. Mary offers insights…
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S2 E17: Emotions, Feelings, and Mood
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20:47In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary helps us make sense of our inner experiences by breaking down the differences between emotions, feelings, and mood—three concepts that are often used interchangeably but play very different roles in how we process the world. Mary walks us through how these elements interact in dailylife—how a single moment c…
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S2 E16: The Power of Active Listening
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19:27In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary explores one of the most overlooked yet essential communication skills: active listening. From everyday misunderstandings to deeper relationship disconnects, so many issues trace back to a simple truth—we’re not really listening. Mary breaks down what listening truly means, why it’s often neglected, and how …
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S2 E15: The Upside of Uncertainty
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23:50Why does uncertainty feel so debilitating, and how can we overcome it? In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary redefines uncertainty—transforming it from a source of discomfort into an opportunity for growth. Mary breaks down the psychological factors behind uncertainty, such as fear of the unknown and lack of control, and touches on the cognitive…
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S2 E14: Navigating Conflicted Goals for Success
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25:06Do you ever feel like you’re trying to make progress, butsomething inside keeps hitting the brakes? In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary explores the concept of conflicted goals—when your desires are working against each other, creating tension and keeping you from moving forward. Whether it’s the struggle between rest and productivity,creativi…
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S2 E13: More than Motivation — How to Build a System for Success
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17:31Motivation is unpredictable—it comes in waves, pushing you forward one day and vanishing the next. So how do you stay on track when the excitement fades? In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary breaks down the psychology of motivation, explaining the key differences between motivation, inspiration, and discipline. She discusses why motivation alon…
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S2 E12: Did You Ask a Good Question?
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17:30In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary explores an often-overlooked yet essential skill—asking good questions. Thoughtful, well-structured questions enhance executive function, strengthen relationships, and lead to more meaningful conversations. Mary explains why asking the right questions is a higher-order thinking skill, how it shapes learning …
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S2 E11: When Positivity Hurts – The Problem with Good Vibes Only
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18:51In this episode of The Brain Coach, Mary explores the concept of toxic positivity — the belief that maintaining a positive mindset is the solution to every challenge. While optimism can be healthy, dismissing negative emotions can lead to guilt, isolation, and hindered personal growth. Mary discusses common phrases that may seem supportive but ofte…
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S2 E10: Stress vs. Anxiety, Types & Coping Strategies
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25:59Welcome back to The Brain Coach. Today, Mary continues the discussion around stress and anxiety. Last episode, we explored the key differences between stress and anxiety—today, we’re taking it further.Mary breaks down nine different types of anxiety disorders, from generalized anxiety disorder to panic disorder, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety, phobias, …
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S2 E9: Stress vs. Anxiety, Do You Know the Difference?
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16:12Today's episode of The Brain Coach podcast, Mary discusses the differences between stress and anxiety; how they overlap, how they differ, and why it’s important to know the distinctions. While stress is a response to an external trigger that typically fades when the situation resolves, anxiety is often persistent, internal, and doesn't always have …
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S2 E8: The Multitasking Myth – Why You’re Not the Exception
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15:18In the latest episode of The Brain Coach, Mary dives into the myth of multitasking. Despite what many people believe, the brain is incapable of focusing on multiple tasks at once—it simply switches between tasks, leading to inefficiency, cognitive overload, and decreased performance. This episode explores why people cling to the illusion that they …
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S2 E7: The Rise of Social Withdrawal – Hikikomori vs. Bedrotting
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15:37In this episode of The Brian Coach , Mary explores the growing and concerning phenomenon of extreme social withdrawal. Mary compares Japan’s 'hikikomori' to the Western trend of 'bedrotting'. Hikikomori, describes individuals—often young adults—who isolate themselves in their homes or even a single room for months or years due to social pressure, a…
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S2 E6: Designing your ideal day
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20:18In this episode of The Brain Coach podcast, Mary explores the concept of an “ideal day” and how to structure your day with a balance of productivity, relaxation, and connection. Rather than striving for perfection, the focus should be to incorporate elements that align with your personal values and energy levels. Mary shares key elements that contr…
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S2 E5: Resilience: hope vs. optimism
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24:41In this podcast episode, Mary explores the difference between hope and optimism and shares why both are crucial for emotional resilience, especially in uncertain times. Learn practical strategies for managing stress, limiting negativity, and fostering a mindset that balances realism with positivity. Through deep breathing techniques, perspective sh…
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In today's episode, Mary explores the crucial role glucose plays in our health and why maintaining a stable glucose curve supports brain health and prevents problems like aging, arthritis, Alzheimer, and metabolic disorders. Even if you feel healthy, your glucose levels can be out of balance leading to spikes and crashes in blood sugar. Food isn't …
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S2 E3: Help! I can't remember anything!
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16:15Constant digital stimulation isn't just a distraction, it's damaging your memory. In this episode, Mary explores how the habit of reaching for your phone rewires your brain, making it harder to retain information and focus. Learn how embracing boredom and setting boundaries with technology can strengthen memory and cognitive function. Tune in for s…
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In this episode, Mary shares how something as simple as blowing bubbles can help calm the nervous system. This fun and relaxing activity can shift your focus away from stress and anchor you to the present moment. Learn how the slow, controlled exhalation involved in blowing bubbles stimulates the vagus nerve, helping to reduce the fight, flight, or…
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Welcome to Season 2 ofThe Brain Coach podcast, hosted by executive function expert and 'Brain Coach' Mary Turos. This season, Mary delves into the latest research and insights from her work as an executive function coach for teens and adults, exploring effective strategies her clients find beneficial. In this episode, Mary examines the profound imp…
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S1 E17: Breani Bridges, Employment Consultant for People with Disabilities
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35:52Breani Bridges is an employment consultant who helps adults with disabilities prepare for and navigate work and life. Breani provides supportive services for all ages; young adults transitioning from school to adults moving into retirement. Breani began her career as a peer educator in the Maryland public school systems where she gained experience …
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S1 E16: Denise, Parenting a Child with Down Syndrome
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28:52On today's episode of the podcast, Brain Coach Mary Turos speaks with Denise, a mom raising a daughter with Down syndrome. Denise discusses her experiences, from receiving her daughter's initial diagnosis to navigating years of medical programs and everything in between. Mary and Denise talk about myths commonly associated with Down syndrome, how h…
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S1 E15: Adult Executive Function Discussion with Mary
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33:41In this episode, Mary takes a deep dive into adult executive functions and the challenges she commonly sees with her adult clients. Topics covered include: - Feeling overwhelmed - Inability to manage time, especially during the workday. Dealing with distractions - How to prioritize and make progress. How much time we can actually be productive dail…
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S1 E14: Nikki Wooton, We Rock The Spectrum, an Inclusive Kid's Gym
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32:17On today's episode of The Brain Coach, Mary speaks with Nikki Wooten, owner of We Rock The Spectrum Kid's Gym in Forest Hill, Maryland. We Rock is a kid's gym for children of all abilities but caters to kids with autism. The gym provides specialized equipment and a safe environment where kids can act freely while getting the sensory input they need…
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S1 E13: Jori Eidem's family journey with the rare disease MLD
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44:45Today's guest Jori Eidem, a physician assistant from Rochester, MN, discusses her family's personal journey navigating a serious and life-threatening condition called Metachromatic Leukodystrophy or MLD. Jori shares the story of her niece Amelia, an 8-year-old who played soccer, dressed up as a princess, and collected unicorns. Amelia was bright, f…
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S1 E12: An Extraordinary Mom's Parenting Story
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39:20Meet Mia, our “mom extraordinaire.” Mia shares her experiences successfully parenting a child with learning disabilities. Mia beautifully tells her story of navigating the challenges of school, homeschooling, medication, and social pressures. The conversation touches on fears parents face when first dealing with a diagnosis, how to stay calm while …
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S1 E11: Eric Robinson, Language-Based Disabilities Expert
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27:56As a high school educator, Eric Robinson helps students navigate language-based learning disabilities and language processing issues. Eric wears many hats at The Highlands School in Bel Air, Maryland, as an English and woodworking teacher, co-manager of the drama department, and Upper School Coordinator. Eric also serves as adjunct professor of rea…
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S1 E10: The 13 Most Common Questions Parents Ask
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33:35In today's episode, Brain Coach Mary Turos answers the 13 most common questions she gets from parents of teens and young children. Mary's offers insights into children's behaviors and simple techniques to help parents. The 13 questions follow: 1) Should I reward my kids for good grades or for turning assignments in on time? 2) Will having a disabil…
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S1 E9: Mark Feiring, Executive Director, Maryland Book Bank
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20:37Mary speaks with Mark Feiring, executive director of the Maryland Book Bank. Based in Baltimore, this nonprofit organization is committed to cultivating literacy in children from under-resourced neighborhoods. The Maryland Book Bank distributes books locally through programs including: The Maryland Book Bank Ravens Bookmobile: in partnership with t…
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S1 E8: Michelle Foote, MS, LPC - Professional Counseling
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27:33Licensed professional counselor Michelle Foote, MS, LPC, joins Mary on today’s episode of The Brain Coach podcast. Michelle shares her perspective on supporting a healthy brain through her work as a professional counselor and why she’s passionate about lifelong learning. Michelle helps clients move through issues using talk therapy and uncovering u…
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S1 E7: Jennie Iglehart - Perspectives on Education
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23:16Retired independent schoolteacher Jennie Iglehart shares her experiences and learnings from a 34-year career in education. An elementary school teacher, Jennie taught hundreds of Baltimore-area students in 4th and 5th grades. She shares the roundabout way she found education after an early career as an ICU nurse. Mary and Jennie discuss current tre…
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S1 E6: Shamena Maharaj - Joy, Happiness & Mindfulness
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36:21In today's episode of The Brain Coach, Mary speaks with mindfulness expert Shamena Maharaj. Shamena is an award-winning human resources professional, education scholar, philanthropist, author, and mother of two daughters. Shamena and Mary discuss mindfulness, how it helps us in the day-to-day and supports recovery from stress. Shamena shares simple…
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S1 E5: Keri Leach - Mindfulness in Fitness & Nutrition
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23:17Keri Leach, health and fitness coach and owner of Mint Condition Fitness in Westerville, Ohio, joins Mary to talk about incorporating mindfulness and joy into fitness and nutrition. In today's episode, Keri discusses why motivation alone isn't enough to create a healthy lifestyle and the "five whys" to ask yourself when committing to a health and f…
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S1 E4: Laura Schmid - Art Therapist & Licensed Counselor
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20:34Today The Brain Coach welcomes Laura Schmid, ATR-BC, LPC, a board certified art therapist and licensed counselor in the St. Louis, MO area. Mary and Laura discuss art therapy and how the incorporation of visual arts into traditional counseling can promote positive change in peoples' lives. Laura shares why everyone can benefit from art therapy, reg…
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S1 E3: Lew Goldstein - Education Expert
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28:35In today's episode, Mary speaks with New Jersey-based education consultant and K-16 expert, Lew Goldstein. Mary discusses how Lew's wide-range of professional experiences - journalist, teacher, college educator, and public administrator - led him to a 19-year career as assistant superintendent of the Princeton, NJ school district. Lew discusses the…
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S1 E2: Leah Roberts - Special Education Advocate
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24:36What parents need to know to advocate for their child. In today's podcast, Mary talks with special education advocate Leah Roberts from LMR Educational Consulting. Leah is an educational consultant who helps parents of special needs children work with their child's school to secure support services. She helps parents understand the steps to get eva…
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S1 E1: Meet the Brain Coach, an interview with Mary Turos
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29:38Mary Turos is an executive function expert known as "The Brain Coach." Working from her Maryland headquarters, Mary coaches children and adults facing executive function issues. In this first episode of the The Brain Coach, we interview Mary who explains this field of work, and how she helps clients set and achieve goals that help bring harmony to …
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Welcome to The Brain Coach podcast! I'm your host, Mary Turos. I've had a fun, sometimes frustrating, but always fascinating journey to become 'The Brain Coach'. I started my career as a public school teacher in Maryland and loved helping kids with challenges and learning difficulties. Living in the heart of Maryland academia, I have the unique opp…
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Diet and Exercise Can Increase Your Mental Wellbeing
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16:31Can diet and exercise alone solve all your woes. Probably not but they can help. In this podcast, Carlene shares an email she received from a mental-health group that espouses all Carlene has been telling people for years. And it is researched based. Fruits, veggies (especially greens), walking and gratitude have all been shown to increase wellbein…
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Thoughts from Carlene - It's Unfair I Have to Diet and Exercise
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13:45Has Life Treated You Unfairly? Do you believe if only your circumstances had been as good as others you’d do better? Do you blame the universe, your upbringing, your social status for your weight? Well, yes, life can be very unfair. But, so what. It’s the life we have and it’s our responsibility to make the best of it. Do not let the unfairness of …
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How to Ask and Get Support for your new Diet
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11:36Are you embarrassed to tell people you’re dieting yet again? Do you prefer to struggle alone rather than have loved ones roll their eyes at your new dieting plans? Get over it! Proper support from family, friends, and true peers is vital for success. Let Carlene explain how to go about getting that support, who to ask, and how to ask for it. Suppor…
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Thoughts From Carlene - Self-Sabotage
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15:01Do you find yourself finding ways to break your diet and it feels almost intentional? Often it is. No one wants to diet. It's easier to quit than to try and then fail. But we don't have to fail. If we understand our motives and we learn to recognize them, we can circumvent them and find success. Listen to Carlene talk about all the ways we sabotage…
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Thoughts from Carlene - Subtle Changes
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12:05Are you waiting for that epiphany or aha moment for change to just automatically happen? What if instead you just consistently did what you’re convinced is the right diet and exercise program for you and let it seep into your soul. To become part of your current life without always fighting and struggling. Dieting is a mind game. Listen and maybe y…
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Don’t Blur Those Diet Guidelines Sharpen Them Instead
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12:26So you found your perfect diet and exercise plan. It works. Now you those guidelines are blurring and you’re pushing the edges to see what you can get away with. Stop! The only one you’re rebelling against is yourself. Support the showCarlene Jones által
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Perfectionism the Nemesis to Success
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15:28You may think being perfect is a quality to strive for You would be wrong Perfectionism is a lie It is an excuse to quit things that are hard It is an excuse to not give your best You will never reach your weight loss goals if don’t learn it’s okay to be imperfect Support the showCarlene Jones által
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The Three Ps for Success: Patience, Perseverance and Practice
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16:08It takes the 3 Ps to succeed at weight loss: Patience to give your body time to lose the weight. Perseverance to stay strong long enough to get to goal. Practice behaviors you need to change. None of this happens overnight. Practice the 3 Ps if you truly want to change and learn to live fit and healthy for life. Support the show…
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From No Exercise to Some Exercise to Fit and Healthy
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20:31Is your body not fit enough to start an exercise program? Does your mindset tell you it will never happen? Listen to Carlene tell you stories of how some have gone from multiple 2 minute walks a day to finishing a 10K in just 4 short months. It takes determination and practice. Our bodies want movement. Now to convince our minds. Support the show…
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Finding the Perfect Diet for You
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19:54Before any weight loss journey is started, it is so important that you take the time to research the best diet for sustainability based on your food choices and dieting personality. Basically, you need to sit with pen and paper, or whatever device you use to take notes and go through your dieting history. If you don't then your next diet will turn …
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At Rock Bottom? Great! It's the Best Starting Point for Success!
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19:21Rock Bottom. We've all been there before, especially with dieting. Don't despair. As far as dieting is concerned it is the best starting point. It's a time to figure out what is most important and then go do it. No looking back. You've been at the darkest, now it's time to leave all that behind. Support the show…
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Calories In and Calories Out. It matters!
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20:42Counting calories went out of vogue back in the 90s. It's time to take a look at them again and see the role they plan in your dieting success. Support the showCarlene Jones által
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Clean out that Excuse Cupboard!
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13:59We all have our favorite excuses to get away with breaking our diet and exercise plan. We store them and have them handy. It's time to clean out that Excuse Cupboard and start making new habits that work. Support the showCarlene Jones által
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