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Joining me for today's episode is Steph, an Air Force veteran, dedicated mom, and content creator whose fitness journey eventually led her to the bodybuilding stage. She is here to pull back the curtain on her incredible 101-pound transformation, proving that when you commit to small, almost boring habits and stay consistent through the slow seasons, remarkable things are possible. We dig into the specific "crisis point" that sparked her journey, the step-by-step process of layering habits brick by brick, and her path toward competing. Steph gets incredibly honest about the challenges of life after the show, including navigating a reverse diet and overcoming a scarcity mindset around food. Most importantly, she shares why the secret to long-term success is deciding exactly what you are willing and not willing to sacrifice. If you have ever felt like your goals are out of reach, or your progress is moving at a snail's pace, this conversation will remind you to trust the process and keep showing up.
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I'm excited to have Monica Packer join me again on the podcast. Monica is the CEO and Founder of About Progress, and after our last conversation, all about building habits, she's back to dive into a topic so many of us struggle with: procrastination. In this episode, we explore why procrastination is about so much more than poor discipline or a lack of motivation. We discuss how it's often rooted in our emotions, how perfectionism and identity can keep us stuck, and why self-compassion is far more effective than shame when it comes to creating lasting change.
Together, we share practical strategies to help you stop putting off the habits that matter most, build consistency through small, sustainable actions, and finally start making progress with your workouts, nutrition, and other personal goals. If you've ever found yourself saying, "I know what I should do, I just can't seem to do it," this episode is for you.
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Episode 330: You’re Probably Thinking About Habits Wrong…Let’s Fix That with Monica Packer
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For today’s podcast, I’m taking you behind the scenes of one of the most challenging weekends I’ve ever had: competing in an elite CrossFit competition that pushed me well beyond what I believed I was capable of. I’m sharing the victories, the setbacks, and the biggest lessons I learned along the way, and why saying yes to challenges that scare you might be the key to discovering what you’re truly capable of. If fear of failure has ever held you back from going after something you want, this episode is for you.
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In this episode, I’m joined by Micah Okerlund, a MACROS 101 alumna, to talk about what happens when you no longer feel like yourself. After a difficult pregnancy and diagnoses including PCOS, insulin resistance, and endometriosis, Micah found herself exhausted, disconnected, and searching for answers.
She shares how learning to trust her body, let go of fear and judgment, and approach change with patience and self-compassion helped her reclaim her energy, transform her mindset, and find her way back to herself. If you've ever wondered whether lasting change is possible, this conversation is a powerful reminder that your future self is worth fighting for.
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In this episode, I’m sitting down with my longtime business coach, James Wedmore, for a conversation that goes far beyond just business. We’re diving into the fear of failure, exploring why many of us stay stuck in what’s familiar and uncovering the real price we pay when we let fear call the shots. From reclaiming your personal power to finding the courage to step into the unknown, this episode is packed with the kind of mindset shifts that will help you transform every area of your life, whether that’s your business, your fitness journey, or simply becoming the version of yourself you know you’re truly capable of becoming.
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Other business BAB Radio Episodes:
What To Do When You Want To Quit in Fitness or Business with James Wedmore: bicepsafterbabies.com/89
Ask Amber Anything About Business Part 1: bicepsafterbabies.com/127
Ask Amber Anything About Business Part 2: bicepsafterbabies.com/128
The True Story Of How I Built An Online Fitness Coaching Business: bicepsafterbabies.com/250