The Kim Constable Podcast

Big goals require big sacrifices. There is NO other way to get there. If your life is hard it’s because you’re playing a big game. If you want it to be easier, set the bar lower. I know plenty of people who have okay bodies, okay jobs, okay income and okay lives. They are satisfied with that. But if you want bigger and better things in your life, listen to this episode where I tell you exactly how to get them!

Your 6 Month Plan Welcome to The Sculpted Vegan podcast, where I, Kim Constable, share insights, stories, and strategies for achieving sustainable body transformation. When I launched my first 12-month program, skeptics said no one would pay $997, yet it generated over $2 million in two years. Contrary to quick-fix fitness trends, true transformation takes years, not weeks. I emphasize building muscle, which fuels metabolism and shapes the body. For women over 40, my brand new program addresses unique challenges like menopause. The Extreme Body Makeover Over 40 Program offers coaching, tailored nutrition, and a supportive community, ensuring success and offering a rare money-back guarantee. Join me in sculpting not just your body, but your mindset, too. https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/extreme-body-makeover-over-40/

Motivation and Mindset In today's episode, we unravel the secrets behind mastering self-motivation for consistent workouts. Contrary to popular belief, sustaining motivation isn't about perpetual enthusiasm but rather cultivating habits. Drawing parallels between daily routines and exercise, we uncover the power of habit-building. Just as you reliably get up for work, creating a workout routine becomes second nature over time. The key lies in starting small, making it as easy as brushing your teeth. By setting minimal goals and gradually increasing complexity, you pave the way for sustainable progress. Join us as we navigate the journey from initial motivation to lasting habits, unlocking the path to transformative results.

Fat Burning Zone In this episode, we delve into the crucial elements of nutrition, strength training, and cardio for effective fat loss. Contrary to popular belief, nutrition contributes a staggering 80% to fat-burning results, with cardio and strength training making up the remaining 20%. Through Kortney's transformative journey, we uncover the power of meal prepping in achieving remarkable results. While cardio has its benefits beyond fat burning, the debate between high and low-intensity workouts underscores the importance of consistency. Whether you opt for high or low intensity, the key is finding a routine you'll stick to. Join us as we navigate the intricacies of fat loss and uncover the secrets to sustainable results.

Personalised Nutrition In this episode, we dive into the complexities of disordered eating, exploring the societal bias towards under-eating versus overeating. I share my journey as an under-eater, shaped by societal pressures and familial influences. I even dissect the pain scale of hunger versus weight gain, revealing the underlying motivations behind my dietary habits highlighting the importance of rewiring habits for long-term success. With insights on metabolism and hormonal changes, I offer practical strategies to combat menopausal weight gain, emphasizing the role of slow carbohydrates in achieving sustainable results. Join us as we navigate the intricate relationship between food, mindset, and body image.

Small Steps, Big Rewards In this episode, we explore the dynamics of motivation and change through personal experiences. Delving into the two types of motivation—toward pleasure and away from pain—we uncover why humans often resist change despite desiring it. I even share my own journey of dissatisfaction with my body and the pivotal moment that triggered real change. Reflecting on the pain scale, I reveal how the agony of staying the same outweighed the discomfort of transformation. I challenge you to confront your own motivations and embrace change when the pain of stagnation becomes unbearable.

Don’t Dream It, Do It(Bitch, Just Stick To The Plan)Want long term sustainable fat loss?  Check.  More time to spend with those that matter?  Check.  Better sleep, more energy, less hot flashes?  Check.  Better hormonal health?  Check.  All these things (and so much MORE) are available to you if you just apply the methods I’m teaching you today.

The 25 Hour Day(Yep, I’m gifting you an extra 60 mins in every day)Ever wish you JUST HAD MORE TIME?  Well you’re welcome, because today I’m giving you an extra hour every single day.  As the master of time management, I’ve managed to build a multi-million dollar, global empire while homeschooling my 4 kids, and crushing my fitness goals as a professional athlete.  And it’s all because of the technique I’m sharing with you today.  (SPOILER:  I’ve never taught this before EVER!)

Ditch the Excuses(Your waistline ain’t changing before your mind does)Now you know the why and the how, it’s time to get real.  Cause knowing what to do is useless if you don’t actually do what you know.  Today we dive deep into all those pesky excuses that you’ve been using to keep yourself comfortable.  Strap in for the ride, cause it ain’t going to be pretty.  But you’re a warrior, so I know you can do it.

Fat Loss Over 50 (The Secret No One Ever Told You)Today I’m going to blow your mind.  At the end of this session you’ll know exactly what is happening inside your mature body that is causing it to sabotage your best fat loss efforts.  You’ll learn how over 50, your body actually TRIES to store MORE fat!  Prepare to know more than 99.9% of your friends about fat loss over 50.

Your Body Has Changed (But YOU haven’t, and that’s a problem)I’m delighted to tell you that you’re not lazy, unmotivated or undisciplined.  The truth is your body has changed, but YOU haven't, because you didn’t know you had to!.   No one warns you of the metabolic changes that occur after 50.  In this session I will teach you how your body has changed, and what you can do about it - STARTING TODAY.

In today’s episode of The Kim Constable Podcast, I am discussing how you only lose when you quit. So many times when I started fitness programs in the past, I gave up disheartened, after only a couple of weeks because the results I got didn’t match the results I wanted or expected. So I thought I must’ve been doing something wrong. However, what I realised over the years is that just because we are not getting the results we want doesn’t mean we’re not getting the results we deserve. The only way to ultimately achieve your goal is to keep going. Because there’s no way to lose if you don’t quit. In this episode I talk about my own experience of giving up and what finally got me over the finish line and beyond. If you to have a habit of quitting, then you’re definitely going to want to listen in. Let’s be friends:: GET FREE COACHING: https://www.facebook.com/groups/svpinsiders INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/thesculptedvegan FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/thesculptedvegan WEBSITE : https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/ TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@thesculptedvegan THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@thesculptedvegan YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSculptedVegan/ APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-kim-constable-podcast/ Get Massive Discounts! THE PROTEIN WORKS (use discount codes TSV60 or TSV65 for orders over £80/$100) : https://www.theproteinworks.com/products/shakes/protein/vegan-protein LUSSO TAN (use discount codeTSV30 to get 30% off full price products) https://lussotan.com/collections/tsv?aff=40

Six years ago, I had an idea to create this crazy thing called The Sculpted Vegan. I created a 12 month program and launched it in October 2017.  I made $52,000 in my first launch.  Fast forward six years and The Sculpted Vegan is now the worlds, largest online vegan bodybuilding company, with an 8 figure turnover.  And I’m only just getting started! However, many people are curious as to how I managed to build a global fitness empire from scratch, with no money, or following, whilst homeschooling my four young kids.  In this episode, I go back to the beginning and tell you exactly how it started, and how I got to where I am today. I hope you enjoy it!

Have you ever groaned at the stack of fitness programs you have purchased in the past, but never completed? Why does this happen?  Why do we get excited about changing our body and potentially our lives, but then not follow through? Why do we fail?  In the past, I have had my own share of failures. In fact, I still fail at things every single day. But then I also succeed every single day. So what is different between the times I succeed in the times I don’t?  I have identified one thing that if you do consistently, every time you embark on a new goal, will guarantee your success.  Want to know what it is? Listen in to find out.

How many times have you promised you’ll do something and then not done it?  Or WORSE, known when you made the promise that you might not?  Why do we pretend?Doesn’t matter if it’s a fitness program, the laundry, the tidying or the dishes; so often we get half way through and just…. Stop.  Why?  Showing up when you say you’ll show up and building your inner word is what is necessary to go far.  If you can’t believe yourself and if you can’t trust that you’ll do what you say you’ll do, you have nothing.  The harsh truth is that motivation will get you going, discipline will keep you going. You must commit to seeking failure in your life and look for all the areas you’re limited and keep working to overcome them.  But most importantly, stop making promises to yourself that you don’t keep.  So how do you do it?  How do you transform?  Listen in to find out!

Forget trying to squeeze your square peg into someone else’s round hole.  Each of us is completely unique, with unique challenges and hurdles.  Today, I will show you how to create a plan that YOU’LL ACTUALLY FOLLOW.  One that guarantees your success (and attracts admiring glances from your fellow gym enthusiasts as you crush workout after workout).

Now we’re going to channel this new found motivation into a real plan that works for you, in your life.  No more procrastinating.  At the end of this session you’ll have the how, the why and the what for.

Today, it’s D Day and D stands for Data.  This is where we get real about the situation.  At the end of the session you’ll feel so Goddamned energised to get going, you’ll hardly have the patience to make it through days 4 & 5.

If day 1 was your angel, consider day 2 the devil!  At the end of this session you’ll have total clarity on exactly what stops you from doing what needs to be done, so you can take that fitness bull by the horns and tackle the motherf*king s!t out of it.  This strategy works every single time, without fail.

Never mind setting the damn goal, you need to dig deeper than that. Being disciplined is about understanding why you want it in the first place.  When you get what I’m teaching here, your friends will be begging you to share your secret with them.  You’ll be known as the warrior who shows up and gets it done, every damn time.

Every day I hear, endless excuses for why people cannot stick to a fitness program and follow through on their fitness goals.  The meal plan is too hard. The cardio too boring.  They don’t have access to a gym. They don’t like the food. The list goes on and on.  And it got me thinking. Human beings can endure the most incredible hardships when necessary.  Just ask any mother of a newborn baby who is on an endless cycle of sleepless nights, cracked nipples and emotional exhaustion. But yet she keeps fighting day after day and night after night, caring for her newborn.  So what makes someone endure that kind of pain but not the pain of following through on a fitness program? The answer lies in knowing your why.  When you know your why you will endure anyhow. Your why will quite simply help you find your way.  In this episode, I share my own journey of finding my why. And I hope after listening to it, you will also find your why. Because you are capable of great things, if you can just connect deeply to your reasons for doing it.

How to get anything you want Years ago, when I first started my business and bodybuilding journey, which subsequently happened at the same time, I did not know the price I would have to pay to be successful. And actually, I think if someone had of told me everything I would need to sacrifice for my success, I might just have decided not to bother. The price of success in any endeavour is high. The more successful you get, the higher the price you pay. But yet, what is the price of failure? What is the price of never going after what you want and giving it your best shot? In this episode, I breakdown the exact steps you need to decide what you want and then go after it.  I teach you how to look into the future and see the price you’ll have to pay, in order to be successful. These strategies have worked for me time and time again, and I continue to use them every day when I start something new.  I know if you apply them, they will work for you too.  Please leave me a comment and let me know if you enjoyed this episode and what you got out of it.  Cheers to your success!

Sometimes I will talk about how fruit is not the best food to consume if you are on a fat loss diet. And every single time I get bombarded by angry women telling me that they are unfollowing me because how dare I tell people that fruit is bad for them!

Do you find it hard to motivate yourself sometimes? Me too. But over the years I have realised that the only way to achieve anything worthwhile is to push yourself outside your comfort zone.  In my life, I’m known as a risk taker. It can be scary to take risks, but risks force you outside your perceived comfort zone and make you really up your game.  If you want to be extraordinary rather than ordinary, then mastering this one skill can completely transform how you do life.  In this episode, I break down why it’s important to get outside your comfort zone and exactly how to do it. What will it take for you to step up and be extraordinary? Let me know in the comments.

In 2020, when Covid-19 ravaged the globe and sent us into a tailspin, many people lost all motivation for keeping up with their health and fitness goals.    But not this very busy, award-winning professional Makeup Artist from Northern Ireland, Paddy McGurgan.    When Covid struck, Paddy was faced with a sudden decision: either finally lose the weight he had been trying desperately to lose with little success, or he would likely die.   It was now or never.    At over 400 lbs, with Type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, on medications, and suddenly thrust into a dangerous pandemic that his body likely wouldn’t be able to handle, Paddy was out of excuses.   With the lockdowns taking his job and giving him much more free time (to his relief), Paddy finally had the time to focus on his health. And although the exhaustion tempted him at every turn, he quickly found a strategy that would help him lose over 140lbs and keep it off.   And it’s the complete opposite of what many people do in their fitness journeys.   Listen in as he candidly shares the turning point to his dramatic weight loss, the thing he knew that had to change if he was going to be successful, and how he does life 140lbs lighter!   We also discuss loose skin, cosmetic work, his gym routine, and his top tips for people just starting their weight loss journey who feel overwhelmed by the fear of failure.   You’re going to gush over this episode (and him)! Love Kim xo Reference List:    Paddy’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/paddymcgurganmakeupartist/?hl=en Makeup Pro Store IG: https://www.instagram.com/makeupprostore/?hl=en Makeup Pro Store website: https://makeupprostore.co.uk         QUOTES USED: “Start off at a pace you’re able to sustain. You don’t need anyone’s approval.”   “Losing 30lbs is easy. Keeping 30lbs off? That is the hardest!”   “It doesn’t matter how little sleep you get or no matter how hungover you are, if you have a date with the gym - you f*cking go.”

Sex is meant to be noisy, messy, and most of all, FUN!   People use sex toys and lubes to help enhance their pleasure yet have no idea that what they’re using could completely destroy their sexual health and make sex anything BUT fun.    From toys made of jelly to lubes with propylene glycol, most people don’t have a clue that what they’re putting in and around their most sensitive body parts (and even taking orally) could be contributing to things like:   Thrush Itching  Bacterial infections Painful sex Irritation Dryness    Even reaching orgasm can become downright impossible!   Sam Evans, co-founder of Jo Divine, a skin-safe and irritant-free sex toy company, is on the podcast today, giving us the juicy lowdown on sex toys, lubes, and how to have more pleasurable sex (especially after menopause).   A sexual health & pleasure expert, Sam has been featured all over radio, TV, and the press. With a professional background in nursing, Sam also advises women going through natural menopause, or due to medical or surgical treatment and post-cancer treatment, about ways to enjoy better sexual intimacy and pleasure.   She shares how she and her husband started Jo Divine and why it’s crucial for us to pay close attention to what our sex toys and lubes are made of!   She also talks about common ingredients to avoid (including one found in antifreeze that is in MANY popular lubricants), why you should be moisturizing your vagina, and so much more!   She’s even graciously extended a 10% discount for my followers, good for anything in her sex toy shop!   CODE: SCULPTEDVEGAN  (Expires Mar 16, 2022. Currently only available to UK residents)   Get ready for a super fun & sexy episode!   Love Kim xo   Reference List:    Menopause Matters: Sam’s Website: https://www.jodivine.com    10% off CODE: SCULPTEDVEGAN  (£5 min spend not including P&P on full-priced stock) valid until 16th March 2022. Only available to UK residents) Sam’s best sexual lubricants: https://www.jodivine.com/collections/sexual-lubricants Jo Divine IG: https://instagram.com/jo.divine Jo Divine FB: https://www.facebook.com/JoDivineShop/ Jo Divine Twitter: https://twitter.com/jodivineuk Jo Divine YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jodivine Sam’s personal IG @samtalkssex: https://www.instagram.com/samtalkssex/?hl=en       QUOTES USED: “Sexual health and sexual pleasure go hand-in-hand.”   “Sex is meant to be noisy, messy, embarrassing, consensual, and most of all fun!”   “If you care about what you eat and what you put on your skin, you need to be thinking about what you’re putting on the most sensitive part of your body.”   “Your orgasm is YOUR responsibility. Not your husband’s.”

My sister Kerry Nevins turned over $2 million in 9 months.   Sounds like a dream come true, right?   Maybe. But the long journey there was an actual nightmare. And for many, it would have caused them to give up.   Kerry is the founder & CEO of Babocush, the first-ever comfort cushion with a built-in heartbeat, vibration, and various angles for babies to safely and securely snuggle on their tummies in the same way they would on their mums.   But 19 years ago, when her colicky son Harry was born, she had no idea the hellish nightmare that lay ahead.   She was just a frazzled mum who initially wanted to help free her baby from constant pain and discomfort, and what she needed didn’t exist. So when she set out to create it, and her prototype actually worked, family and friends were begging to borrow it with equally shocking success.   What then seemed like an instant invention success became utter torment.   Listen in to hear how she overcame: the constant battles of going from concept to launch  the thing that nearly ruined her business while simultaneously making her a millionaire the horrendous accusations she endured that almost made her quit (& why she ultimately didn’t) ..and so much more!   Kerry has been through agony getting to where she is now. But you don’t have to. She’s now opening her VERY busy schedule to help you get your product launched without all the hell, time, and money she has spent launching hers.   Book her for a one-hour consultation at 50% off through Feb 2022! Use code TMDM50.   Can’t wait for you to hear her insane story! Love Kim xo Reference List:    Kerry Nevins Consulting - 50% discount through Feb 2022, use code TMDM50: https://www.babocush.com/pages/launch-your-product Kerry’s Email: kerry.nevins@me.com Babocush: https://www.babocush.com/ The Kim Constable Podcast Episode, “Do This When Your Loved Ones Won’t Support You”: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/podcast/50/ Photos of TSV apparel samples when Kerry helped with design:      QUOTES USED: “Building a business is just like building a body—they both require discipline, consistency, and doing the same thing over and over and remaining patient.”   “I made a choice. No one is standing over me saying I have to do this. I choose to do this.”   “You have to want it with every fiber of your soul.”

As a kid, Mikhaila Peterson only knew a life of depression and physical pain. Growing up, she suffered immensely from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis that caused inflammation, chronic fatigue, rashes, and more. Her arthritis was so bad that she ended up having her hip and ankle replaced.   If that wasn’t bad enough, she suffered from depression on top of it. She was in a constant battle between medications for her pain and fatigue, and medications to help her think and focus—none of which actually helped her.    Doctors ignored her.    Nobody could help her.    So she decided to take things into her own hands. Feeling hopeless and on her deathbed, she went to the one thing she knew she could do immediately and have full control over—her diet.    Her very drastic dietary measures shockingly worked, and within a couple months, all of her ailments completely disappeared, and she was off all of her medications.    Listen in as she explains exactly how she’s able to follow such an extreme diet long-term and how she ultimately overcame a life of seemingly endless misery.    She even shares her best tips for those struggling to make lasting lifestyle changes.    I would love to hear your thoughts on this! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Podcast (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/mikhailapetersonvideos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikhailapeterson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikhailaAleksis Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com/   QUOTES USED:   “I think in order to really change how you live, you have to get to a point where you’ll do anything for as long as it takes.”   “If those medications worked, autoimmune disorders wouldn’t be an issue. They don’t work.”

Eating for menopause is exactly the same as eating for bodybuilding.   (Say what?)   One of the most common complaints I hear from women in menopause is that they didn’t change a thing, yet they suddenly started gaining fat at an uncontrollable pace!   And that’s exactly the problem.    What happens in our body on a cellular level once we move towards menopause and beyond is far different from what happens in our younger years. So what used to work to keep us relatively lean back then, will no longer work.    (But don’t despair. The changes you need to make are not as drastic as you may think.)   Bodybuilders are notorious for hacking their bodies to get to absurdly low levels of body fat. Although most menopausal women don’t care about getting quite that lean, the principles are actually the same!   (And don’t worry, the answer is not a zero-carb diet.)   In this episode, I’m giving you the low-down on exactly what you should be eating (and not eating) to keep your menopause fat gain at bay, and WHY.   I also share what I eat to keep myself lean year-round and the backstory behind how I became so obsessed with the human body (including why menopause is a recent hot topic in the Sculpted Vegan community).   You will really love this one! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Menopause Matters https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/menopausemattersfbgroup The Meal Planning Masterclass: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/mpm/ The Exact Reason You’re Gaining Weight in Menopause (& How To Prevent It!)  https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/podcast/95/ 8 Weeks to Optimum Health: A Proven Program for Taking Full Advantage of Your Body's Natural Healing Power, by Andrew Weil: https://www.amazon.com/Weeks-Optimum-Health-Program-Advantage/dp/034549802X The 4-hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss: https://www.amazon.com/4-hour-Paperback-author-Timothy-Ferriss/dp/B00BDXF6KC/ref=sr_1_3?gclid=Cj0KCQiAip-PBhDVARIsAPP2xc0vkbMNcys2avdp97HdV0LJ6Jz_GPfMiEUxiv4AtpI5rgX-fsT23MYaAstAEALw_wcB&hvadid=241924728185&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9010100&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=16927923351579920866&hvtargid=kwd-3727088222&hydadcr=22560_10346221&keywords=the+4+hour+work+week&qid=1642604842&sr=8-3 The 4-Hour Body by Timothy Ferriss: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Body-Uncommon-Incredible-Superhuman/dp/0307704610         QUOTES USED:   “Never buy anything without reading the ingredient label first.”   “Studies have shown that estrogen incorporates crucial elements into the DNA responsible for weight control. The absence of both estrogen and these crucial elements leads to progressive obesity unless the diet is controlled.”   “It doesn’t matter what food makes it into your stomach. What matters is what makes it into your bloodstream.”

Liz Plosser is the Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health magazine. She’s also a mother of three and veteran of numerous marathons. I ask her how she juggles her insanely busy life of work, kids and fitness, and about her mantra: “Let’s make better mistakes tomorrow”. Find Liz @lizplosser and @womenshealthmag

There comes a time when, to get the most from your lifting sessions in the gym, you have to put on your big girl pants and ask somebody to spot you. Here's the lowdown on who to ask, what to ask and how to do it.

If you do extra hours in the gym, is it okay to take short cuts on the nutritional side of your fitness program? I not only answer this but also give you three hot tips on how to measure your progress - and none of them includes a set of scales.

Revving up your metabolism helps you get into shape, grow muscle, gives you better skin, elevates your mood, and so much more. But just how do you do rev it up? Hold on tight because this invaluable training is a rare podcast glimpse into The Sculpted Vegan Private Members’ Group. Start it up!

Everybody loves the idea of a quick fix. But do they get real results? And can a short-term diet fit in with your long-term fitness goals? In today’s episode I’m giving you the smash and grab guide to the dos and don’ts of losing weight fast for the party season.

Party season has jumped out at us again and, before you know it, you’re surrounded by gorgeous food. But that’s okay. Indulging yourself and staying in shape aren’t mutually exclusive. So today we talk food and fitness strategies for the holidays. Let’s go.

Had to go to New York this week on business, so I'm leaving you with a classic Q&A session I had with my members earlier this year. Sorry about the hysterical laughter halfway through. Can muscles get confused? Oh my.

Believe me, you CAN stop snacking. And in today's show, I tell you how to break away from the traditional way of eating and take up a snack-free method that will fill you up and help keep you on track with your weight loss goals.

Today, I’m coming at you with the c-word. Oh, behave. I’m talking about “consistency”. Because the difference between those who succeed and those who don’t - bodybuilding, fitness, business, whatever - is consistency. But how do you achieve it? Let’s go.

On today’s show, I take you on my journey from out-of-pocket yoga teacher to running the world’s largest online vegan bodybuilding company. People are always asking me about how I built my business. The short answer, of course, is to be amazingly good at what you do. But even then you have to have the right mindset and business chops to turn it into a success.

We all learn from our mistakes. So in today’s show I answer a real humdinger of a question from one of you: what are the biggest mistakes I’ve made in my fitness career? Wow. Hold tight because my answers are going blow your mind, and also teach you a thing or two about your own fitness regime. Let’s go.

“Strong & Sculpted” doesn’t just mean gym habits and bodybuilding, but also mindset, nutrition and lifestyle. Today we start with a Q&A, with some of your most popular questions: 2:18 “How long did it take to lose your mum-tum?” 21:35 “Can you get extraordinary results lifting weights at home instead of going to the gym?” 33.00 “Tell me about managing diet and fat-gain during off-season.”

If there’s one thing I think all women can agree with, it’s that menopause can really suck the life out of us: -belly fat gain (UGH!) -night sweats/hot flashes -cellulite -mood swings   The list goes on!   And for women who haven’t yet entered menopause, it can be especially terrifying wondering how their own bodies are going to respond. After all, it’s not often we hear about how beautiful this phase of our lives can really be.   But I’m making it my mission to change all of that.   I’m a firm believer that the more knowledge we have about menopause and how our bodies change before, during, and after it, the better and more beautiful our experience will be. Armed with the proper tools, I really believe all women are in far better control of how their bodies will respond in this part of their lives. Yes, the hormonal cascade is inevitable, but the symptoms that so many women endure don’t have to be! In this episode, I’m tackling one of women's biggest fears over menopause: belly fat gain! I divulge the exact reasons most women gain weight even before they technically hit menopause, which foods to avoid to ensure your sexiest midsection, and the precise macronutrient ratio to aim for so you’re able to still burn fat despite the hormonal changes.   I also give you 3 steps you can implement right away, whether you’re peri- or post-menopausal, to ensure you’re on the right track to your hottest, healthiest, and strongest menopausal body!   This episode is packed to the brim, so get ready! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Menopause Matters FB group: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/menopausemattersfbgroup Butt Camp 2.0: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/8weekbuttcamp2/       QUOTES USED:   “Menopause causes a metabolic shift in the way your fat is distributed.”   “I just love the human body. I think if we could just understand the human body more, we could have so much more control over our lives, health, fitness, and fat gain!”   “The main reason your body stores fat in menopause is because it becomes insulin resistant—a result of a drop in sex hormones.”

If there was a way to recover faster from exercise, dramatically lower your stress response, beat depression and mental illness, get deeper sleep, and boost your immune system’s response to pathogens, would you do it?   What if it was something that caused you short-term discomfort? Would you still do it?   The truth is, most people run from discomfort. Our brains are wired to seek familiarity, comfort, and predictability.    Why then, would anyone purposely put themselves in uncomfortable, scary, or even painful situations?    Well, instead of me telling you the answer to that, I will let my podcast guest, Wim Hof tell you!   I am beyond ecstatic to have had this interview with him! The man is absolutely brilliant—so full of energy, wisdom, and charisma.    For those who may not know, Wim is a Dutch extreme athlete who got his nickname 'The Iceman' by breaking a number of records related to cold exposure, like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in shorts, running a half marathon above the Arctic Circle barefoot, and standing in a container while covered with ice cubes for more than 112 minutes.   (Dear God!)   Achievements like these require a massive amount of discipline, determination, and skill. Wim has developed his own method for enabling him to achieve these extraordinary feats and has dedicated his life to teaching others how to master it for their own health benefits.   In this episode, Wim explains exactly how to accomplish all this and more. He even guides you through his ice bath challenge by teaching you how to focus on your breathing to get through it in the fastest 40 seconds of your life.   I even took on the challenge myself  (watch for that video on my IG!), and I strongly encourage you to do it too! Why? Because the benefits of cold exposure on the symptoms of mental illness are profound, and what a way to bring awareness to such a great cause.   And to sweeten the deal, if you post your ice bath challenge video and tag Wim and me so we can see it (with the hashtag #freezehof), you will get a Sculpted Vegan program of your choice for FREE!    You’re really going to be blown away by this episode! Can’t wait to hear what you think and see all your Freezehof challenge videos! Love Kim xo Love Kim xo Reference List:  Freeze Hof Challenge for mental awareness Wim’s IG @iceman_hof Wim’s website: https://www.wimhofmethod.com/ Wim’s podcast: https://www.wimhofmethod.com/media       QUOTES USED:   “ The body is innately capacitated to bring down viruses or inflammation to zero.”   “The best investment you can make for your future is not money, it’s your health.”   “The cold is a beautiful teacher of how to deal with deep deep stress and stay calm.”

Did you know that up to 80% of menopausal women experience hot flashes and vaginal dryness? These are the most common symptoms in all stages of menopause, yet so embarrassing that most women won’t even talk about them.   With the launch of my new menopause program and community coming up soon, I decided to hand my podcast over AGAIN (since you all loved it so much last week). Head Trainer Laura Hutchinson took the reins on this week’s podcast, and she does not disappoint!   Laura has been in the menopause research realm for many years. We’ve both had our heads in the sand TOGETHER for the last year because of our soon-to-be-launched programs, and let me tell you, Laura knows her sh*t.   And quite frankly?   We’re over the silence that has been deafening menopausal women. It’s time to get real about one of the most natural occurrences all women will ever experience.   So when I asked Laura if she wanted to take over my podcast and talk all things menopause, she of course squealed in delight! So listen closely as she gets down and dirty with:   what menopause is different cultural beliefs around menopause most common symptoms average age that menopause strikes ..and loads more!   She even discusses vaginal dryness + some ways to help it, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and shares an old menopause myth that I bet will shock you! Enjoy this fabulous episode! Love Kim xo Reference List:  TSV Menopause Program: launching soon! Menopause FB Group: launching soon! The Vagina Bible: https://www.amazon.com/Vagina-Bible-Vulva-Separating-Medicine/dp/0806539313 Dr. Louise Newson: https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/ Dr. Louise Newson’s podcast featuring debunked myths on the study discussed by Laura: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dr-louise-newson-podcast/id1459614845?i=1000512203120       QUOTES USED:   “The only thing predictable about perimenopause is that it’s unpredictable.”   “The success of your life will be defined by the number of difficult conversations you are prepared to have.”

I have a very special podcast for you this week! I have never done this before, but I thought it would be so much fun to let one of my coaches take the reins on an entire podcast episode!    And you’re going to love it!   Today’s episode is with Coach Vanessa Burgess! Vanessa has been with the Sculpted Vegan team for several years, and is one of my most experienced coaches! She has done nearly every program I’ve ever created, and has learned so much in the years she’s been with the team. When she first started her SV journey in January 2019, she was breastfeeding 3 babies, working 4 jobs from home, and doing the original 4-Week Shred all at the same time. She has consistently stayed the course, listened to feedback, implemented things she was terrified of (like eating thousands of calories a day to build muscle), and has reaped the rewards ten-fold.   So I sent her into the streets (a.k.a Butt Camp FB group) to ask the competitors what they’re dying to know about all things mindset, health, and fitness so she could answer them live on the podcast!   In this episode, Vanessa gets reeeeal! She actually had an epiphany in real-time when discussing some tips on crushing self-sabotage. She dug into how she personally rewires her brain to send her excuses packin’, tips on building muscle when you don’t have access to the big fancy gym equipment, the truth behind fat gain if you eat before bed, and so much more!   Below are today’s questions:   1:21 Can you please help us with some self-sabotage strategies, like how to overcome self-sabotage? 33:45 What is your favorite quad exercise (small home gym with some machines, but not all the fancy guys)? 35:25 Do you push to failure on each body part in every set? Or do you keep 1-2 reps in reserve at certain times? 38:00 How much of an importance does food timing play? 40:57 Best tips for staying motivated when you’re not seeing physical changes? 51:45 Can you debunk the myth around not eating before bed?   I know you will absolutely love this episode! Happy listening! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Butt Camp 2.0: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/8weekbuttcamp2/     QUOTES USED:   “I don’t care what questions you ask. I don’t care what you need in life. You’re not going to get anything accomplished if you’re not first honest with yourself.”   “It takes more work than you could ever possibly dream of to see your body change.”

Who will travel further, the man who loves walking, or the man who wants to get to the destination? Over the years, I’ve noticed a common theme amongst many of the women who buy my programs: they’re so focused on the end result that they miss the entire process of getting to that point. Why is that a problem? See, the journey that takes us to our end result is the very part that changes us. It teaches us through our failures and our mistakes. It shows us who we are and what we can overcome. The end result is of course great too, but that’s not where we build our character or learn from our mistakes.   In the health and fitness space especially, this can wreak havoc in our lives.    I can’t think of anyone better to delve more into this, than Mind Pump Podcast host and personal trainer, Sal Di Stefano!   Sal fell in love with fitness at an early age. He would research the chemistry behind supplements at age 14! He was quite a skinny teenager and used fitness as a way to boost his confidence in his body. He devoured every health and fitness publication and book out there in pursuit of muscle. Then one day, something happened to him that changed his trajectory. His health took a very bad turn (despite feeling like the pillar of fitness for many years).   Listen in as he candidly shares his personal health struggles, and how they changed his entire view on health and fitness. He was forced to take a hard look in the mirror at his relentless pursuit of the perfect body and realized something needed to change—and fast.   He also digs into the difference between discipline and motivation, and how only one of those is responsible for your ultimate success. Enjoy this thoroughly! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Sal’s website: https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/ Sal’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/mindpumpmedia/  and https://www.instagram.com/mindpumpsal/ Sal’s book: https://theresistancetrainingrevolution.com/ QUOTES USED:   “If you focus on your health, you WILL look good. Healthy looks good!”   “It’s easy to lose the first 30 lbs, but keeping it off? That’s the hard part.”   “We don’t have a weight loss issue in modern society; we have a keep-weight-off issue.”   “Motivation will get you going. Discipline will keep you going.”   “The amount of training volume and intensity that is required to build muscle, you need 1/9th  of that to maintain it.”   “Life is a journey, not a destination.”

What is it about a sun-kissed glow that makes us feel decades younger and healthier? It seems that nowadays, we are becoming more and more inundated with anti-aging options, from Botox to creams to hydrating makeup and everything in between. And while there is nothing wrong with any of those, what about the rest of our bodies? After all, I think we can all attest to how smooth our skin looks (cellulite, be gone!) and how beautiful we feel when we are tanned from head to toe!   And we already know (don’t we?) that over-exposure to harmful UV rays can damage our skin to the point of adding years to how we look (sorry, tanning bed lovers) or worse.   So how do we get that gorgeous, just-got-back-from-an-island-vacation glow while keeping our skin healthy, supple, and looking years younger?   Well, who better to answer this question than Lynsey Bennett, founder of Lusso Tan! You may know her from the many times I’ve raved about her unique self-tanning products, so I was ecstatic to bring her on the podcast today!   Lynsey brings nearly 15 years of experience working as a skincare expert, combining her extensive skincare knowledge with her love of tanning to bring sunless tanning to a whole new, shocking level.   With the brand spankin’ new Butt Camp 2.0 competition starting Monday, I thought this would be a perfect time for Lynsey to teach us everything she knows about applying the perfect self-tan in a way that not only makes you look leaner but hides imperfections and makes you look years younger.   Listen in as she details a step-by-step ritual for getting the best-looking tan every single time, how to make your tan last longer, what body parts to AVOID, and so much more!   You are going to love this episode! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Lusso Tan: https://lussotan.com/ (coupon code for 35% off: SV35) Lusso Tan IG: @lussotan LT Shower Bar: https://lussotan.com/products/tan-be-gone-shower-bar?_pos=1&_sid=6c7ff82d0&_ss=r LT Bath Bomb: https://lussotan.com/search?q=bath+bomb&type=product LT Primer: https://lussotan.com/products/primer-cleanse-plump-protect?_pos=1&_sid=88fed6f53&_ss=r LT Rapid Tan Mousse: https://lussotan.com/products/rapid-tan-mousse?_pos=22&_sid=bd4c17ad9&_ss=r LT Rapid Tan Mist: LT Golden Glow Mist: https://lussotan.com/products/face-hand-mist?_pos=4&_sid=cae2e7c60&_ss=r LT Application Brushes: https://lussotan.com/search?q=brushes&type=product LT Tanning Mitt: https://lussotan.com/products/flawless-tanning-mitt?_pos=14&_sid=98483a3a8&_ss=r LT Finishing Touch Shimmer: https://lussotan.com/products/finishing-touch-shimmer?_pos=7&_sid=98483a3a8&_ss=r Butt Camp 2.0: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/8weekbuttcamp2/ QUOTES USED:   “There’s never too early an age to start with good skincare.”

Many of you know that my trainer for the last 3+ years is world-renowned champion heavyweight bodybuilder Mark Getty. As someone who’s been in the bodybuilding space for over 20 years, he is no stranger to the insane amount of discipline it takes to put on muscle and shred body fat.   Many people think that as long as they show up (to their workouts) and put in a bit of effort, that this is enough to stimulate a change in their bodies. Or they don’t truly understand the number of calories they need for their goals or what true failure feels like in the final reps of your final sets. One of the most shocking things about Mark is his approach to body change. When you look at all of his 275lbs of pure muscle, you’d never guess that he built his body by only going to the gym 4 days a week for 45-minute sessions.   Mark’s approach to training and eating is so shocking that every time I have him as a guest on my podcast, I get hundreds of messages from people whose minds have been blown by listening to him. So, of course, I had to bring him back on for another episode!   Listen in as he dishes everything he knows about building muscle and shredding, how he feels about tracking macros, “deload” weeks, and what he prioritizes in the gym: intensity or volume. He also gets real about anabolic steroids (do you think he takes them?), vitamins, mindset, and whether or not you should even be doing cardio!   Warning: this episode may light a fire under your ass! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Mark’s IG: @theirishhulk_ Mark’s FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarkGetty.BodyBuilder/ Mark’s Website: https://www.theirishhulk.com/ Private 1:1 Coaching with Mark: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/coaching/mark-getty/ QUOTES USED:   “People only think they’re training hard until they actually train hard for the first time.”   “If you want to do something really, really well, just find someone who’s done what you want to do really, really well, and just copy them!”   “Food is nature’s anabolic.”   “You can’t sit in the house, take a load of gear, eat cheesy poofs, drink coke, and not move and then expect to gain muscle.”

Today is THE FINAL DAY (DAY 5) of FIVE bonus podcasts from our incredible 5-Day Shredded Body Challenge we ran last week! The live trainings blew everyone’s socks off - so I decided to bundle them all up into daily podcasts all week long!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The reason you’ve failed to successfully diet (and keep the fat off) in the past. Without this knowledge, YOU WILL FAIL.   Day 2 - The system that all pro stage athletes use to ensure they are ripped to the bone in record time. (Hardly anyone outside the industry knows this - but now YOU will!)   Day 3 - The exact formula you need to get shredded in record time that is tailored to your body and your goals. These are the secrets bodybuilders have known for years, now yours for the taking.   Day 4 - How to gain complete clarity on what you’re doing now that is SABOTAGING your results (and you probably don’t even know it!). Day 5 (TODAY!) - Create your 4-week shred plan that actually WORKS (this plan is unique to you, and the only way you can fail is NOT to follow it!)

Today is Day 4 of FIVE bonus podcasts from our incredible 5-Day Shredded Body Challenge we ran last week! The live trainings blew everyone’s socks off - so I decided to bundle them all up into daily podcasts all week long!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The reason you’ve failed to successfully diet (and keep the fat off) in the past. Without this knowledge, YOU WILL FAIL.   Day 2 - The system that all pro stage athletes use to ensure they are ripped to the bone in record time. (Hardly anyone outside the industry knows this - but now YOU will!)   Day 3 - The exact formula you need to get shredded in record time that is tailored to your body and your goals. These are the secrets bodybuilders have known for years, now yours for the taking.   Day 4 (TODAY!)  - How to gain complete clarity on what you’re doing now that is SABOTAGING your results (and you probably don’t even know it!).   Day 5 - Create your 4-week shred plan that actually WORKS (this plan is unique to you, and the only way you can fail is NOT to follow it!)

Today is Day 3 of FIVE bonus podcasts from our incredible 5-Day Shredded Body Challenge we ran last week! The live trainings blew everyone’s socks off - so I decided to bundle them all up into daily podcasts all week long!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The reason you’ve failed to successfully diet (and keep the fat off) in the past. Without this knowledge, YOU WILL FAIL.   Day 2 - The system that all pro stage athletes use to ensure they are ripped to the bone in record time. (Hardly anyone outside the industry knows this - but now YOU will!)   Day 3 (TODAY!) - The exact formula you need to get shredded in record time that is tailored to your body and your goals. These are the secrets bodybuilders have known for years, now yours for the taking.   Day 4 - How to gain complete clarity on what you’re doing now that is SABOTAGING your results (and you probably don’t even know it!).   Day 5 - Create your 4-week shred plan that actually WORKS (this plan is unique to you, and the only way you can fail is NOT to follow it!)

Today is Day 2 of FIVE bonus podcasts from our incredible 5-Day Shredded Body Challenge we ran last week! The live trainings blew everyone’s socks off - so I decided to bundle them all up into daily podcasts all week long!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The reason you’ve failed to successfully diet (and keep the fat off) in the past. Without this knowledge, YOU WILL FAIL.   Day 2 (TODAY!) - The system that all pro stage athletes use to ensure they are ripped to the bone in record time. (Hardly anyone outside the industry knows this - but now YOU will!)   Day 3 - The exact formula you need to get shredded in record time that is tailored to your body and your goals. These are the secrets bodybuilders have known for years, now yours for the taking.   Day 4 - How to gain complete clarity on what you’re doing now that is SABOTAGING your results (and you probably don’t even know it!).   Day 5 - Create your 4-week shred plan that actually WORKS (this plan is unique to you, and the only way you can fail is NOT to follow it!)

Today is Day 1 of FIVE bonus podcasts from our incredible 5-Day Shredded Body Challenge we ran last week! The live trainings blew everyone’s socks off - so I decided to bundle them all up into daily podcasts all week long!   Hold onto your seats because I’m about to blow your mind! Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 (TODAY!)- The reason you’ve failed to successfully diet (and keep the fat off) in the past. Without this knowledge, YOU WILL FAIL.   Day 2 - The system that all pro stage athletes use to ensure they are ripped to the bone in record time. (Hardly anyone outside the industry knows this - but now YOU will!)   Day 3 - The exact formula you need to get shredded in record time that is tailored to your body and your goals. These are the secrets bodybuilders have known for years, now yours for the taking.   Day 4 - How to gain complete clarity on what you’re doing now that is SABOTAGING your results (and you probably don’t even know it!).   Day 5 - Create your 4-week shred plan that actually WORKS (this plan is unique to you, and the only way you can fail is NOT to follow it!)

Women weren’t meant to be the primary caretakers of their kids. And yet, most mums nowadays end up that way. To make matters worse, we have the constant societal pressure to reach obnoxious levels of perfectionism...   (Like juggling your career, your family, the non-stop schedules, the homework, the cooking, the cleaning, the midnight feedings...with little to no help! And don’t you even think about sitting your kids down in front of the TV while you take a moment to yourself.)   All of these impossible standards are making mums crazy! They are blaming themselves and feeling like sh*t parents, when the reality is, they weren’t meant to handle all of this alone. This isn’t the way motherhood is supposed to be.   You’ve likely heard the common phrase, “It takes a village…” but where the hell IS the village?   In this episode, I interviewed the lovely Jen Fulwiler—best-selling author, stand up comic, and mum of 6 kids! We dished all about the struggles of modern parenting and how utterly insane expectations are these days. She gave some great tips on how to survive parenting, including how to hire help when you don’t have any money so that you can relieve some of the pressure of being a mum without your village.   I really hope this episode brings you the peace and calmness you deserve in your parenting journey. Love Kim xo Reference List:  Jen’s IG: @jenniferfulwiler Jen’s Tiktok: @jenniferfulwiler Jen’s Comedy Tour: https://jenniferfulwiler.com/tour/ Jen’s Hair Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh2hQLihq5g Jen’s “Screen Time Studies” video: https://www.tiktok.com/@jenniferfulwiler/video/6974776969275673861 QUOTES USED:   “We are not supposed to live this way...being the sole entertainer, the sole childcare provider for your kids 24/7 is utterly unnatural.”   “It takes a village to raise a child, but we don’t have that village anymore.”   “When we live without a village community, we are literally doing the job of 30 people.”   “If you feel like your brain is melting after minute 2 of playing shapes and colors with your 2 year old, that’s because women in human history never did this! The other kids in the village would entertain your kids!”   “If I can just say at the end of my career, that I got a few more moms to stop blaming themselves, to stop thinking that the problem is you, and realize that the problem is that you are living in very unnatural circumstances, then I feel like that’s a success.”

As if these “Ask Kim” LIVE Q&A-style episodes couldn’t get any juicier, here comes the second to the last one, and it doesn’t disappoint!   (I am hosting only one more LIVE “Ask Kim” on my Instagram at 7pm UK | 2pm EDT Sunday, September 5th!)   From banishing “mum tum” to staying on track the day after drinking to how to keep your boobs from withering away (& everything in between), I really let ‘er rip in this episode!   I loved that I got the chance to delve into yet another hot topic in the industry: intermittent fasting (IF)! This diet protocol is so prevalent in so many fitness circles, but how do you know if it’s just another fad or if it’s really the answer to your prayers?   And not only that but what does IF do to your metabolism anyway?   I also discuss menopause and fat loss (be on the lookout for our brand-spankin’ new Menopause program coming out in early 2022!), as well as how to boost your metabolism in the morning and so much more.   Plus, I divulge a bit about our upcoming clothing line (yeah, baby!) Here are today’s questions:   00:30 Did you have any loose skin on your tummy after kids? If so, how did you get rid of it? 9:35 How do you recover from a night of drinking and get back on track? 17:43 How close are you to your clothes [clothing] line being done?   20:30 Thoughts on intermittent fasting for strength? 28:57 What am I supposed to eat to get a fast metabolism in the morning? 31:53 What are your thoughts on body part splits?  37:50 If you train in the morning, would you suggest taking protein powder before or after the workout? 38:43 How do you maintain a natural chest and not lose the girls? 40:07 Any advice for those of us going through menopause? I am struggling to lose weight even though I measure everything. 49:00 Is there a maximum amount of supplements you should take? 53:41 Favorite vegan protein? Don’t forget to join me live for our very last one!    (sad face)   Showing up live is way more fun because you get behind-the-scenes access to the podcast recording (who the hell knows what will happen on camera) and can get your questions answered right on the spot!   It’s a no-brainer!   See you next week & happy listening! Love Kim xo Reference List:  The Protein Works:  discount - TSV50 or TSV55 for 50% or 55% off sitewide QUOTES USED:   “Eating after 8:00 doesn’t make you put on weight; eating more calories than you’re burning off makes you put on body fat.”   “Training is just like going to work—it just becomes part of your lifestyle. It becomes part of you.”

We are back with another episode of our much-loved Q&A-style podcasts!   (I am hosting a LIVE “Ask Kim” on my Instagram at 7pm UK | 2pm EDT for 4 weeks straight.)   This was another really fun episode, filled to the brim with the juiciest and most popular questions!    In the fitness industry, there are quite a few controversial & popular topics. In the previous episode, I discussed one of them: steroid use amongst bodybuilders (definitely go check that out if you haven’t yet).   In this episode, I tackle another popular one: FAT BURNERS! Not only do I give you the scoop on the two different types of fat burners that are out there, but I also tell you my absolute favorites (including one that isn’t even known to be a fat burner in the traditional sense) and how to take them safely.   I also give you a little-known tip for shuttling more nutrients into the muscles instead of being stored as fat, how to squat for bigger legs, how to know when to increase calories during a build, and soooo much more!    You are really going to love how much I packed into this episode!   Below are today’s questions:   1:00 What is the best cosmetic procedure you have done that you would do again and recommend? 11:20 How much bread do you eat (daily or weekly)? 15:11 During shredding, is it better to do cardio or weights on a day when you only have one hour available? 18:45 Can you discuss fat burners? 32:24 What is your opinion on the pendulum squat? Better or more growth than the Smith squat? 42:48 Best 5-day training split suggestions? 53:50 Do the kids have another puppy? I thought I saw a snippet on your stories a while back. 54:20 What do you do when you feel your muscle growth has stalled? 54:58 How do you handle physical PMS without eating the whole house? 55:25 Do you warm up and cool down during your hour on the Stairmaster? 55:39 Favorite glute exercise? 56:27 Fasted cardio? 56:42 How to determine when to up your calories when you’re building? 57:44 Can you discuss how you raise your chickens? 58:10 Why the hip thrust barbell over the glute drive machine? 59:00 Does having your protein shake before or after your workout have any impact on muscle gain and fat? 59:55 Do you have an affiliate link for the Oura ring? 1:00:56 What is your body telling you if you’re craving salty food mainly at night? 1:01:25 I’m 25 lbs over my normal weight due to menopause. What program will shred that fat? 1:02:33 Were you affected by menopause? Don’t forget to join me live for the next one! Showing up live is way more fun because you get behind-the-scenes access to the podcast recording and can get your questions answered right on the spot!   (Only 2 more of these Q&A-style sessions left!)   Enjoy! Love Kim xo Reference List:  1;1 private coaching sessions with TSV coaches: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/coaching/ Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com/ Buns & Guns: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/buns-and-guns/ 4-Hour Body by Tim Ferriss: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Body-Uncommon-Incredible-Superhuman/dp/0307704610 QUOTES USED:   “If you want big quads, you have to make them work harder than they’ve ever worked in their life before. One set of squats is just not going to cut it.” - Mark Getty   “Never save energy on an exercise. You go to failure on your final set of an exercise!”   “A lot of people want to have the rectus abdominis, the six-pack on the front of the body. But those abs are completely useless in terms of keeping your body healthy. The only thing the rectus abdominis muscles are good for is breathing—they just move your diaphragm in and out.”

I’m back with another special Q&A episode!   Last week, there was so much great feedback on the Q&A-style podcast, that I’ve decided to keep the ball rolling all month long!   For the next 4 weeks, I am hosting a LIVE “Ask Kim” on my Instagram at 7pm UK | 2pm EDT.   What’s even more exciting is that you get behind-the-scenes access to the podcast recording by showing up live to get your questions answered right on the spot!   (So don’t miss it!)   In this juicy episode, I go deep into my business success by sharing how I choose the absolute best employees, my advice for staying consistent when training alone at home, and where my confidence comes from.   I also tackled a hot-button topic in the fitness industry surrounding steroid use in the competition circle (and how I really feel about athletes who use them).   Plus, find out how you can win up to $20,000 cash for Christmas (whaaaat?!)   Below are today’s questions:   3:38 Is the scream at the start of your podcast, you training? 6:15 How do I stay consistent when training alone in a home gym? It’s hard to find a fit tribe. 14:19 What do you look for in a potential employee? 22:28 Are you launching an abs program? Or when is your next launch? 24:55 What foundation do you wear, or do you not wear any? 25:57 You are homeschooling your kids, which I love. How would you feel about them going to a University? 32:19 Do you believe that anything about the bikini category needs extra help [anabolic steroids]? 42:30 Any suggestions on training shoes? 43:00 When will the app and Buttcamp 2.0 be ready? 43:27 What advice would you give your 25 year old self? 43:45 What is your favorite protein bar? 44:30 How do you accept the aging process? 46:06 You mentioned a possible mindset course in The Million Dollar Mentor. Is that still in the works? 46:22 What is your favorite protein shake? 47:21 Has bodybuilding increased your confidence, or have you always been a confident person?   Don’t forget to join me live for the next one! Enjoy! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Rodial Beauty: https://www.rodial.co.uk/ Wondershake/The Protein Works (discount code: TSV50 or TSV55): https://www.theproteinworks.com/ QUOTES USED:   “6 years ago, I had nothing. And in 6 years, I changed my body,  made over 10 million dollars, and improved my relationship with my husband and my family. Bodybuilding has given me a purpose and a passion.”   “Don’t ever think that just because you only have a little dream that it won’t turn into a bigger dream.

I have a very special podcast for you this week!   I recently hit up my IG audience to see what they’ve been dying to ask me. I took the most common questions and answered them live for you in this Q&A-style podcast!   In this episode, I give you the lowdown on everything from my daily routine to how I REALLY feel about training (and if I even miss my trainer, Mark Getty!)   I discuss the most effective cardio workout for fat loss, how I drink so much and still stay shredded year-round (pay close attention), how I deal with stress, and so much more!    Some of my answers are going to shock you.    (I also dished about some super exciting plans coming up for The Sculpted Vegan that you definitely do not want to miss!)   I can’t wait for you to listen to this one! I’ve provided you with the time stamps to each question below:   3:20 Have you had any issues with urine leakage while exercising? What exercises help? 7:12 Would you recommend doing a [bodybuilding] show, and can it be done naturally? 14:45 Do you eat differently on a rest day? 22:18 Do you miss me yet? (Mark Getty, my trainer) 23:21 How do you deal with stress?  27:11 Favorite and most effective cardio workout? 28:00 Favorite vacation spot? 30:09 Do you get excited to train every morning? Or do you just want it to be over? 35:05 How do you balance drinking alcohol and staying shredded? 39:14 What is the next big thing you’re working towards, and why? 46:05 What drives you in everything you do? 48:18 How did you survive the early years with kids close in age?  52:13 Do you get a sense of achievement with all of the people you help? This episode was so fun to record! I can’t wait to do more of these!   Enjoy! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Squat Your Way to Relieving Back Pain - podcast episode 35: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/podcast/35/ TSV Personalized Macro Calculator - https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/macro-calculator/ TSV programs: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/training-programs/ Oura ring: https://www.ouraring.com Babocush: https://www.babocush.com/ QUOTES USED:   “I want every woman to wake up in the morning and look in the mirror and be proud of what she sees and who she has become. That is why I do what I do.”

Most people don’t understand what it really takes to build the body of a physique athlete. And when you decide to train for the competition stage, what is required of you - both mentally and physically - is even more astronomical than you could ever imagine.   When I think back to my competing days, many of those memories are very dark. I will never forget those cardio sessions, especially towards the end, where I was starving, exhausted, and going utterly insane.   I had to find a way to get through each cardio session without wanting to quit entirely. I would watch one of my favorite bikini idols, Angelica Teixiera, and her videos would literally give me life and motivate me to keep pushing. I wouldn’t feel so alone - like someone else understood the darkness I was experiencing.   Little did she know how many times she has saved me from that internal chaos.   ...until I brought her on my podcast and told her in person!   I am so excited to share this episode with you. Angelica is a 2x Ms. Olympia titleholder and 4x Arnold Champion (among many other titles). She knows firsthand what it means to withstand the immense pressure brought on by the competitive bodybuilding world. In fact, it took her 20 shows before she earned her pro card — talk about persevering and never quitting. She is the epitome of grit and determination!   Listen in as she opens up about life as a bikini competitor, how she got started, how she really feels about dieting for shows, and what her future plans are.   Oh, and she also shares something extra juicy I know you all will love — her absolute favorite glute-building exercise (Brazilians are known for their gorgeous glutes after all. Am I right?) — and it’s not what you think! Enjoy! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Angelica’s personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/angelicaht/?hl=en Angelica’s coaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/teamangelicat/?hl=en Angelica’s clothing line: https://www.atfitwear.com/ Angelica’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiJ3aVm7r5yb2ty9N3ApVqg QUOTES USED:   “A lot of people think at the end of the eight weeks, they can just stop [after losing the weight] and don’t realize it needs to be a lifestyle change.”   “Even if you work a lot, take some time to take care of YOU!”

Did you know 8 out of 10 plant-based people are female, and 5 out of 6 people who go meat-free end up going back? What about the fact that the estrogen found in animals is identical to human estrogen, whereas plant estrogen is entirely different from the human form? Or that over the past 20 yrs in over 50 clinical trials on the use of soy in the alleviation of hot flashes, a meta-analysis shows a significant, measurable reduction in menopausal symptoms?   This is only the tip of the iceberg of what science shows us about a plant-based diet, and it’s the exact opposite of what most people are hearing.   In today’s podcast episode — the one we’ve ALL been waiting for — I had the pleasure of talking about science and the behavioral psychology surrounding a plant-based diet with James Wilks.   James is the producer and narrator of The Game Changers, the most-viewed documentary of all time, showcasing the dramatic rise of plant-based eating in professional sports!    (He is best known for winning Season 9 of The Ultimate Fighter and serves as a combatives trainer for government agencies, including the US Marshals, US Marines, and US Navy SEALs. Holy hell, right?)   He spent over 7 years researching everything there was to know about a plant-based diet, and let me tell you, it shows! He is brilliant and shared some shocking information that I know you will LOVE.   (My husband went fully plant-based after watching this documentary. It is mind-blowing!)   Find out what happened to him that ended up being a catalyst towards his research for this movie. You are going to love not only his story but also the way he presents the literature.   I know you will thoroughly enjoy this episode!! Love Kim xo Reference List:  The Game Changers movie: https://gamechangersmovie.com/ James Wilks & Chris Kresser — The Game Changers Debate: https://open.spotify.com/episode/110ulFKocbLDsLhZ0bJwwm Can You Get Enough Protein on a Vegan Diet? | Game Changers Debate:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTyGP5hCtBQ Do Vegans Get the Amino Acids They Need? | Game Changers Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGXOrDxbX_w QUOTES USED:   “It takes a certain strength of character to stand your ground and go against the crowd.”   “We’re not trying to tell people to go vegan or vegetarian; we’re trying to encourage plant-forward eating. Because the science shows that the more you shift in a plant-based direction, the better you get.”   “Tell the truth, or at least don’t lie.” - Jordan Peterson   “The world needs more people who are willing to stand up for something good and true and right.”

The final episode has arrived in this incredible 5-day training for creating, running, and scaling your 7-figure business!   I can’t tell you how much I love doing these free trainings, and I always get a bit sad on the last one.   I hope you’ve found immense value in this training series! In the previous episode, you learned a very specific equation for making $50,000 in your first launch!   Now I’m going to raise the bar for our final training episode and show you how to scale to $1 million in 12 months!! You will learn how to invest in your business, the importance of how you treat your staff, and why you need more than one product if you want to scale. Day 5 - How to scale to $1 million in 12 months Step 1:  Invest in the best. Step 2:  Start with one product, but expand quickly as soon as it’s working. Step 3:  Look for problems you can solve. Step 4:  Be deeply interested in people. Step 5:  Find good staff and treat them well.   If you’ve missed any of the previous 4 episodes, make sure you go back and listen to those before you press play on this final EPIC training episode!   This has been a fabulous week, and I am so honored to be able to bring you such valuable information. I hope you loved it as much as I loved teaching it.   Love Kim xo   If you would like to find out more about the coaching options we have available through The Million Dollar Mentor, click here.

Welcome back for training number 4 in this epic 5-day training for creating, running, and scaling your 7-figure business!   In the last 3 episodes, you’ve learned not only how to create a product people really want to buy, but also how to deliver the solution, and then sell it!   You’ve heard examples of ad strategies, webinars I’ve done in my businesses and how much we made, and you’ve learned about the strategy canvases of other businesses.   In today’s training, you’re going to get a shocking math lesson. I’m giving you the exact calculations to ensure you make $50,000 in your first launch (say whaaaat!?) Day 4 - How to make $50,000 in your first launch Step 1:  Understand the 2 in 10 rule (Pareto’s Law). Step 2:  Reverse engineer your numbers. Step 3:  Spend only what you can afford to lose. You definitely want to be paying extra close attention to this episode!   Love Kim xo

Welcome to training number 3 in this 5-session series for creating, running, & scaling your 7-figure business!   In the previous episode, you learned all about creating and delivering your product. We discussed strategies of other businesses, and why it’s important to think more about what the customer needs rather than what he or she wants.   You also learned exactly what customers are looking for, and why doing more can actually hurt them.   In today’s training, you’re going to learn how to sell your product!    Day 3 - How to sell your product Step 1:  Decide on a sales mechanism. Step 2:  Look outside the industry for inspiration. Step 3:  You don’t need more products - you need more eyeballs on your product.   Don’t forget your method for taking notes because this is another extremely valuable lesson today!   Love Kim xo

We are back with training number 2 for creating, running, & scaling your 7-figure business!   In the previous podcast episode, you learned how to create a product people want to buy.    You learned 3 valuable lessons in not only creating your business and product or service, but how important it is to practice empathy for what your audience is struggling with.   In today’s training, you’re going to learn the exact 3-step process for delivering the solution to your customer.   Day 2 - How to deliver the solution Step 1:  How will you create and deliver the product? Step 2:  Don’t think about what the customer wants; think about what they need.  Step 3:  Make it simple, if not simpler.  Less is always more.     Get ready to take more notes! This episode is packed with juicy info that you don’t want to miss!   Love Kim xo

We have just embarked on a FREE 5-day training where I teach you the exact strategies I used to create, run, & scale my 7-figure online business so that you can do the same.    And I am giving you access to all 5 of the recordings on this podcast!   Each day you’re going to learn a specific strategy for turning your idea or dream into a multimillion-dollar empire.   This training is going to blow your mind.   (Grab something to take notes with!)    Day 1 - Create a product that people want to buy Humans are problem solvers. We are driven to be comfortable, and we want to solve any problem that makes us feel uncomfortable.  When we are creating a product, we must be solving a very specific problem for people.   In today’s training, you will learn 3 valuable lessons:   Lesson 1: Don’t create a business to make money. Lesson 2:  Create a business that solves a specific problem. Lesson 3:  Practice deep empathy because people don’t buy prevention. They buy a cure.   Hope you love this training as much as I loved teaching it!   Love, Kim xo

Most people have an inverted relationship with work. They associate work with something difficult. We’ve conditioned ourselves that work is tedious, has to be done, and isn’t supposed to be fun. And the more we do it, the more miserable we are. This is normal, right? Wrong!   This actually only happens when we are in a job we don’t like that isn’t fulfilling.    I have been getting ready for the re-launch of The Million Dollar Mentor. I created a free 5-day training, and in the group, I asked what everyone wanted — what they truly wanted out of life. And you know what the overwhelming majority said? They want to earn more money while working less. This isn’t shocking, right? It seems that everyone wants this. And I used to be the same.   Until I grew into a multimillion-dollar brand and realized that the more money I make, the more I work. And that I actually prefer this because my purpose in life is being met through my work! It took me years of doing more work than I’d ever done in my life to reach the point I’m at now and let me tell you — I work even more now.   But I’m able to do more of the things I love because of the hard work I do, and that is the key. You have to be willing to work harder than you’ve ever done before. We don’t want to work less — we want the freedom to do the things we love!   Listen to the massive wake-up call I had right before the launch of Buns & Guns that catapulted me back into the driver’s seat and back in control of my happiness and my quest for fulfilling my life’s purpose.   You definitely don’t want to miss this! Love Kim xo Reference List:  The Million Dollar Mentor 5-Day Challenge:  https://www.themilliondollarmentor.com/  Dr. Jordan Peterson: https://www.jordanbpeterson.com/ Buns & Guns: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/buns-and-guns/   QUOTES USED:   “Most people don’t want to work less. They want freedom.”   “When you’re working hard at something that you love, that IS freedom.”   “Humans don’t lack happiness; they lack purpose.”

Do you seek out discomfort? Or are you perfectly fine playing it safe and not taking risks or doing anything remotely uncomfortable?    How you do one thing is how you do everything. Most people prefer to stay within their comfort zone because it’s familiar. This makes sense, right? Who the hell would purposely chase discomfort and unfamiliarity? Well, I’ll tell you who—successful people. People who are successful (or are on the path to success) have this in common. They aren’t afraid to take risks. They aren’t afraid to push themselves. They wake up earlier than everyone else. They show up, do the work, and don’t complain about it. They are this way in the gym. They are this way in their career or business life. And, if they were lucky enough in their childhood, this was taught to them by their parents so that it felt natural to them well into adulthood.   The problem is, most people are not this way. And for most people, that’s okay! I’m not saying these are necessary qualities for every human to have. But if you desire something bigger, something better, something more meaningful in any area of your life, you need to learn the skill of chasing discomfort and pushing yourself outside your comfort zone consistently so that you can make it happen.    Nobody is coming to save you. Build what you want yourself — whether that’s your body, business, family, or literally anything else.    In this episode, you’ll hear not only how I learned this valuable lesson myself but how I was able to instill it into my 4 children.   Everything you want is on the other side of discomfort. Will you go there?   You will love this one! Love Kim xo Reference List:  The Million Dollar Mentor 5-Day Challenge: www.themilliondollarmentor.com (not live until June 4, 2021) QUOTES USED:   “It’s not the SYSTEM that makes you successful — it’s what you have on the inside.”   “You have to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. You have to seek discomfort!”   ‘Everything you want is on the other side of discomfort.”

If you can change your body, you can make a million dollars.    Pretty bold statement, right? But it’s true. The process it takes to change your body is the same as the process it takes to make a million dollars. And I know this because I’ve done both. And let me tell you: neither one is fast or easy.   So why do we get frustrated when our bodies don’t change as fast as we think they should? Why do we focus on our cellulite, compare our dimply skin to someone else’s smooth skin, and then beat ourselves up because the cellulite isn’t going away despite “doing everything possible”?   It’s because we have no real sense of reality. Many women come through my programs and expect to erase years—often decades—of abuse to their bodies in a few short weeks. What has taken years and years of bodily neglect to obtain (excess stomach fat, cellulite, etc.) can’t possibly be fixed overnight. It takes years of consistent, focused effort doing all the right things day in and day out, even when you’re exhausted, fed up, and honestly sick of waiting.   You keep going. You never quit. It has taken me 5 damn years to get rid of my cellulite and build an ass I’m truly proud of. And that’s with my starting point already being in a decent place! Getting rid of cellulite is not easy. Building a beautiful set of glutes is not easy. Making a million dollars is not easy.   What does it actually take? Listen to the specific strategies you can start implementing NOW to get rid of your cellulite, build your dream body, make a million dollars, or do whatever you damn well want—because these strategies apply to any goal you will ever have. Love Kim xo Reference List:  Buns & Guns: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/buns-and-guns/ Meal Planning Masterclass: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/mpm/ Butt Camp: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/8weekbuttcamp/ QUOTES USED:   “Everything you want is on the other side of hard work, discipline, and time.”   “Commit to doing whatever it takes to get there. Do not give up!”

It never fails. With every new program launch, there is an aura of stress, worry, and fear amongst the participants. Of course, this is exacerbated if it’s attached to a competition with a huge cash prize, but it got me thinking about how common it is to stress over minutiae when something substantial is on the line (like, oh, I don't know, $20,000).   The most epic shred I’ve ever created, Buns & Guns, has just launched, and the competition begins in a couple of days (May 24th, 2021). The cash prizes total $41, 500 which is the biggest cash fund I’ve ever offered. Naturally, this makes people lose their marbles. They all hyperfocus on manipulating as many external (and irrelevant) variables as possible so that their results are good enough to win: are we using UK or US cups? What exact time should I have my protein shake if I’m at work and can only take one break per shift? Can I use a different brand of protein powder? What if I can’t do deadlifts because of a back injury? Will my results suffer? How many ml in a US cup, and what if I can’t find US cups to measure with for this recipe?” etc...   And let me be the first to say I get it. I truly do because I’m the same damn way. I love to control many aspects of my environment because I’m a control freak.    But here’s a secret: it’s not at all realistic, and these little details don’t matter. The more we try to control these variables, the more stress we place on ourselves and the worse off we are.    And another secret? The winners of my programs are the ones who DO NOT do this. In fact, they do the opposite of this. You’ll hear in this episode how past winners tackled my previous shreds—what they did, what they avoided, and how they were able to land in the top .01% of everyone who has ever purchased a Sculpted Vegan shred program.   You are going to love this one! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Buns & Guns: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/buns-and-guns/ The New Contented Little Baby Book: The Secret to Calm and Confident Parenting https://www.amazon.com/dp/0451415655/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_QZF645HZZ4W2V75BXPE4 SV SHIRT: NOBODY CARES WORK HARDER https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/shop/nobody-cares-work-harder-womens-ideal-racerback-tank/   QUOTES USED:   “Fear is just a lack of data.”   “You cannot force things to be the way you want them to be. You cannot make things happen faster than they’re supposed to happen.”   “Bodybuilding teaches you reality. It teaches you what is possible.”   “Consistency over time is what creates incredible results.”

My whole life, I’ve always been fascinated by huge muscles. It’s also taken me YEARS of intense determination, drive, and ass-busting to get them.    As a former skinny yoga teacher, I dreamed of the day I’d have a round, juicy butt and huge legs. But yoga was definitely not the way to do it. So when I decided to get my ass in the gym and start training with my first personal trainer, Curtis, I was on a mission to grow the biggest glutes and legs I could possibly grow.   Except I was doing it ALL wrong.   I would position myself under the free bar week after week, month after month, trying my hardest to increase the load and increase my size.   But my back couldn’t handle it.   It hurt like a b*tch to squat under that free bar! All my years of yoga left me with very weak glute muscles because the types of squats you do in yoga don’t require much glute activation. Because of this, my lower back would pick up the slack of what my glutes should have been doing when I would break parallel and go deep (though I didn’t realize this at the time).   My efforts were not matching my results. I wasn’t getting bigger! Instead, I was just constantly in pain, and my weak glutes were making it impossible to increase my load in the gym. After loads of researching, I realized what was causing my back pain. I became obsessed with building my glutes so that I could alleviate the pain and push some heavier weight so I could grow.  As you’ll hear in this week’s episode, a strange turn of events happened with my friend Emma that changed the course of my entire bodybuilding career. Listen to what changes I made in the gym that not only massively strengthened my glutes and my lower back, but turned my quads into melon crushers faster than I ever thought possible.   This may shock you! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Buns & Guns: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/buns-and-guns/ Basement Jacked: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/basementjacked/ Kim’s IG: @thesculptedvegan  Squat Your Way To Relieving Back Pain: Episode 35: https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/podcast/35/ QUOTES USED:   “The fastest, most efficient way to build more muscle is simply to add more load.”   “It’s hard to train hard enough when using a free bar.”   “If your goal is simply bigger legs (and not stronger legs), squat heavy on a machine!”   “As long as you can lower with control and then still get back up with a bit of help, your muscles have not yet failed.”   “Time does not equate results.”

It all started when she got fired.   A young girl growing up in a safe environment on a small Greek island, where her parents praised doing things safely and only chasing a job that was guaranteed to secure her future, Maria Hatzistefanis knew she wanted to impact others in a unique way.   Her childhood was never extravagant or luxurious. Her parents were teachers, and they all lived a very low-key and quiet lifestyle.   Then one day (in her 20s), something happened that took Maria off the “expected” path and thrust her into the entrepreneurial world unexpectedly…   She got fired from her first big job.   And she says it was the best thing that ever happened to her.   Maria decided to start her own business, Rodial, a potent and unique skincare brand (she even has a vegan line + uses a shocking special ingredient that mimics Botox)!   She is now a London-based entrepreneur, best-selling author, TV personality, and podcaster!   I was so thrilled when she agreed to be on the podcast. She talks about her life before she made it big, how she actually almost went bankrupt a few years ago, and she spills her dirty little skincare secrets (you will totally love these)!   She also gives the most epic advice for aspiring entrepreneurs that I LOVE.   You’re going to flip over this interview! Don’t forget to check out her amazing skincare line, linked below (I’m even buying some myself!)   Happy listening! Love Kim xo Reference List:  Maria’s book: How to Be an Overnight Success: Making It in Business (https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Overnight-Success-Business/dp/1785037323) Maria’s skincare: Rodial (https://www.rodial.co.uk) and (https://www.rodial.co.uk/US/) (will be dot com summer 2021) Maria’s IG: @rodialbeauty and @mrsrodial Maria’s own IG filter “Banana Lowlighter” QUOTES USED:   “The journey of every entrepreneur is never straight.”   “If you want to be successful, you have to study the people who are doing it really well and learn from them.”

Most people just want to be right.   If you’ve ever paid close attention to how people talk to each other, nobody is actually listening. It’s just a game of right vs. wrong where the “listener” is just waiting for the other person to stop talking so they can talk again.    This is not listening. It’s not even effective communication.   Listening and communication are skills that need to be developed—skills that many adults don’t ever end up mastering.   This gets compounded when we become parents. If we haven’t learned how to effectively communicate by the time we have children, we then make it damn near impossible for our children to learn and master these skills. It becomes a vicious cycle that makes relationships exhausting and hard.   You’ve heard me discuss how many of our issues actually stem from our childhood. This is no different.    As a child, I grew up in a very authoritarian household. My parents were my parents, not my friends. We were spanked, shouted at, and punished — we even had a naughty step and went to a boarding school. I never felt understood or listened to. I spent much of my childhood rebelling and doing whatever I could to be the exact opposite of my parents (which is actually what most children do when their parents aren’t effective communicators).   I craved acceptance and individuality but didn’t receive those things from my parents. But I vowed to be the total opposite of them and have spent my entire adult life seeking and learning how to do better, especially for my own kids.   I have never punished my children. They’ve never been shamed, shouted at, talked down to, or suppressed. I ask them questions and nurture their individuality. I teach them how to seek answers for themselves.    And most importantly? I accept them for who they are, and they know and feel that every single day.   If every parent can learn these important skills, we will witness a massive transformation in future generations.   In this podcast, I will teach you exactly how to listen so your kids will talk and talk so your kids will listen. And in turn, your kids will have the healthiest, most fulfilling relationships at every level.   Listen closely as I share the following strategies (and examples) that you can implement immediately in all of your relationships. But know this: it’s not enough for you to simply listen and read these strategies. You must actively apply them in your life every chance you get.    Strategies to have a better relationship with your kids: Use “It seems/sounds like…” questions to establish what they want. Ask “why” questions. Ask, “What would be the downside if you didn’t get it?” (this identifies the REAL problem) Ask, “Why do you need it to be that way?” (this establishes the emotional attachment) I really hope you enjoy this episode! Love Kim xo Reference List:  12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos. By Jordan Peterson (https://www.amazon.com/12-Rules-Life-Antidote-Chaos/dp/0345816021) Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It. By Chris Voss (https://www.amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-Negotiating-Depended/dp/0062407805/ref=pd_sbs_1?pd_rd_w=azkBS&pf_rd_p=2419a049-62bf-452e-b0d0-ca5b7e35a7b4&pf_rd_r=D9X021W76JTC7EZ9WRT0&pd_rd_r=4e924ada-04ae-4b0c-a73d-905db63c74f8&pd_rd_wg=Oc2qc&pd_rd_i=0062407805&psc=1) QUOTES USED:   “Whenever we punish and control our children, we teach them that a part of themselves is bad, so then they fragment themselves into two different people.”   “Children are not stupid. They know that the reason we’re trying to control them is to make our lives easier.”   “ Kids will fight to the death for you to hear them.”   “If you learn to communicate better with your child, you will model communication skills for them, and they will naturally learn how to do conflict-resolution, ask for what they want, how to negotiate, and how to have conversations without fighting.”   “If you ever want to understand someone or have a better rela

Stop letting yourself off the hook.   Too often, we fall victim to excuses, and these excuses become the way we do everything in our life. They become the habitual reasons we never reach our full potential, and yet most of us never realize we are the cause...or the solution.   Over the last few years, more and more people are jumping into the entrepreneurial life, but something is happening in the process—they’re letting themselves off the hook. They’re not showing up for themselves. They’re getting wrapped up in their emotions and doing all the wrong things that are ultimately leading to the demise of their business.    So I decided to interview Alex Charfen, co-founder and CEO of a multi-million dollar business, to get to the root of why most people are struggling with entrepreneurship.   It ended up being quite an emotional podcast.   Alex may be a multi-millionaire now, but he has struggled throughout his life and has even experienced bankruptcy.   As a kid, he had a difficult time fitting in. He was made fun of, mocked, and constantly judged (by kids and adults alike). He was the weird kid with massive self-awareness, always getting in trouble and constantly switching between the gifted classes and the special education classes, never knowing where he belonged. He spent much of his childhood surrounded by powerful women who supported each other emotionally. As a result, he developed an incredibly influential level of empathy, which I deem his superpower.    He has used his superpower to go from bankrupt to being on the Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing companies in the country three years in a row and won many other awards. Now, his mission is to help other entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses just like he did.   In this interview, he talks candidly about his struggles growing up and how he’s now using these experiences to make millions of dollars helping people. And you might be surprised to learn how he’s done it.   You will hear him talk about:    Why he’s no longer unschooling his kids (I absolutely loved this) How his unique childhood experiences formed his massive level of empathy  How top-down pressure can destroy your team/business How entrepreneurs are failing and how they should be running their business How masculine and feminine energy can work synergistically to explode your business and make you millions What’s missing in women-owned businesses that could be the one catalyst to their massive success Why we say businesses are becoming more powerful than governments You are going to really love hearing Alex share his heart and passion.  Love Kim xo Reference List:  Radical Honesty: How to Transform Your Life by Telling the Truth (by Brad Blanton) (https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Honesty-Transform-Telling-Truth/dp/0970693842) Alex Charfen’s website - BOOK A CALL to see how Alex can help you level up in your business: (https://www.charfen.com/) Alex’s podcast: (https://www.charfen.com/podcast/)  FREE BOOK: Your Entrepreneurial Personality Type (https://eptbook.com/ept) QUOTES USED:   “When your behavior matches your beliefs, you are integrated.”   “Consistency creates trust. Trust creates intimacy. Intimacy creates a greater level of communication.”   “People may not agree with what you have to say, but they will respect the fact that you’re not afraid to say it.”    “What’s more human than helping each other?”   “He who has the most joy wins.”

One thing you can’t cheat is hard work.   We recently finished our last Butt Camp competition, and the final results were mind-blowing, but they didn’t come without nay-sayers and loads of confusion from people who don’t understand what goes into extreme physique change.   My programs require 110% focus, determination, and discipline—to the point where only about 10% even finish them. Understandably, those who don’t have any background in body sculpting often question the final results because they’re so unbelievable. So I decided to interview my very own trainer, Mark Getty (the head judge in Butt Camp), to shed some light on exactly what it takes to sculpt results so mind0blowing that people not only question whether you’ve altered your pictures, but want to know how the hell you did it.   Why Mark?   Mark is a world-renowned champion heavyweight bodybuilder who has placed in the top 3 in his category over 100 times and holds 48 titles (both amateur and pro)! He knows more about physique change than almost anyone else and drops some big truth bombs in this interview that you can’t miss.   He talks about:   What to do if you don’t have a spotter How to go to failure even if you’re a beginner (and what failure really is) The most important equipment for your home gym Photoshoot tips that can take your photos from second place to first place How to transition out of a shred without gaining all the weight back His EPIC breathing advice for getting through the reps (this is great) ...and so much more fantastic advice that you need to hear! You will also hear about his experience in the last few weeks going plant-based for the first time! You are going to LOVE this episode.  Love Kim xo   Reference List:  Book Mark Getty for a 1:1 coaching session: (https://www.thesculptedvegan.com/coaching/mark-getty/) Mark’s website: (https://theirishhulk.com/) Mark’s IG @theirishhulk: (https://www.instagram.com/theirishhulk_/?hl=en) Mark’s FB: (https://www.facebook.com/MarkGetty.BodyBuilder/about/) QUOTES USED:   “One thing people can’t cheat is hard work.”   “Every time you leave the gym, ask yourself: Could I have done more?”   “When the pain starts, that’s when you keep pushing.”   “Learning is all about making mistakes, and hopefully, you don’t make the same one twice.”   “The guys that work the hardest always prevail.”

Remember the 5 BONUS podcasts I told you about the other day?   WELL, today is Day 5 of 5, and I’m so excited for you to get access to these!   Last week I ran a Free 5 Day Challenge that 16,000 people joined.     The trainings were INSANE and pumped everyone up beyond their wildest imaginations!   So, I packaged them up and turned them into podcasts to share with you, so you don’t miss out!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The number one thing you MUST do if you want to sculpt your dream body   Day 2 - The reality data you need to have before you can even think about meal planning   Day 3 - How to work out EXACTLY how much to eat to build muscle AND burn fat   Day 4  - I pull the rug out from under you and get you REAL with your food   Day 5 (TODAY!)- How to make a 6-month plan to sculpt muscle and burn fat like a pro!

Remember the 5 BONUS podcasts I told you about the other day?   WELL, today is Day 4 of 5, and I’m so excited for you to get access to these!   Last week I ran a Free 5 Day Challenge that 16,000 people joined.     The trainings were INSANE and pumped everyone up beyond their wildest imaginations!   So, I packaged them up and turned them into podcasts to share with you, so you don’t miss out!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The number one thing you MUST do if you want to sculpt your dream body   Day 2 - The reality data you need to have before you can even think about meal planning   Day 3 - How to work out EXACTLY how much to eat to build muscle AND burn fat   Day 4 (TODAY!) - I pull the rug out from under you and get you REAL with your food   Day 5 - How to make a 6-month plan to sculpt muscle and burn fat like a pro!

Remember the 5 BONUS podcasts I told you about the other day?   WELL, today is Day 3 of 5, and I’m so excited for you to get access to these!   Last week I ran a Free 5 Day Challenge that 16,000 people joined.     The trainings were INSANE and pumped everyone up beyond their wildest imaginations!   So, I packaged them up and turned them into podcasts to share with you, so you don’t miss out!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The number one thing you MUST do if you want to sculpt your dream body   Day 2 - The reality data you need to have before you can even think about meal planning   Day 3 (TODAY!)- How to work out EXACTLY how much to eat to build muscle AND burn fat   Day 4 - I pull the rug out from under you and get you REAL with your food   Day 5 - How to make a 6-month plan to sculpt muscle and burn fat like a pro!

Remember the 5 BONUS podcasts I told you about the other day?   WELL, today is Day 2 of 5, and I’m so excited for you to get access to these!   Last week I ran a Free 5 Day Challenge that 16,000 people joined.     The trainings were INSANE and pumped everyone up beyond their wildest imaginations!   So, I packaged them up and turned them into podcasts to share with you, so you don’t miss out!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 - The number one thing you MUST do if you want to sculpt your dream body   Day 2 (TODAY!)- The reality data you need to have before you can even think about meal planning   Day 3 - How to work out EXACTLY how much to eat to build muscle AND burn fat   Day 4 - I pull the rug out from under you and get you REAL with your food   Day 5 - How to make a 6-month plan to sculpt muscle and burn fat like a pro!

Remember the 5 BONUS podcasts I told you about the other day?   WELL, today is Day 1 of 5, and I’m so excited for you to get access to these!   Last week I ran a Free 5 Day Challenge that 16,000 people joined.     The trainings were INSANE and pumped everyone up beyond their wildest imaginations!   So, I packaged them up and turned them into podcasts to share with you, so you don’t miss out!   Here’s the schedule:   Day 1 (TODAY!)- The number one thing you MUST do if you want to sculpt your dream body   Day 2 - The reality data you need to have before you can even think about meal planning   Day 3 - How to work out EXACTLY how much to eat to build muscle AND burn fat   Day 4 - I pull the rug out from under you and get you REAL with your food   Day 5 - How to make a 6-month plan to sculpt muscle and burn fat like a pro!

Are you choosing to be a victim?   Did you know that whether you are happy or whether you feel like a victim, those are choices you can make?   About 18 months ago, I met my wonderful podcast guest, Meaghan B. Murphy. We were both at a big media event (where I was on stage pitching to speakers, she being one of them), and afterwards, I wrote to her and thanked her for her feedback and critique.   We have stayed in touch ever since, and I was so excited to finally have her on the podcast because her story is absolutely incredible.   Meaghan is the author of Your Fully Charged Life - where she shares her best tips & tricks for having endless energy and happiness. She is a longtime magazine editor, writer, on-air personality expert, podcaster, and certified trainer (wow!).   But, she had a very tough childhood before all that. Growing up, her nickname was “Grumpy” because she was always so miserable and negative. Her teen years were no different as she found herself a raging anorexic to cover up the inner negative turmoil in her head.   Her anorexia got so bad that she was admitted to the hospital. Her best friend (also an anorexic) was on her way to the same hospital when she jumped from the car and died.   Tormented by her friend’s death, Meaghan struggled for many years. But she eventually decided that her mess would become her message.   As you listen, you will hear: Her biggest failure + what she learned from it What PERMA Theory is and how it relates to your ability to flourish and be happy One super simple (+ tiny) step you can take tomorrow morning that will noticeably move your happiness needle How she found her sole purpose in life How to eliminate your lack of motivation with 2 simple things Look, life will throw you a sh*tty hand at some point (probably more than once). Making the choice to be happy regardless of that? That is a skill very few people ever learn in life.    It won’t mean your life will be perfect, but it sure as hell will allow you to flourish despite the chaos.   And that is something we all deserve.   Hope you love this as much as I did! Love Kim xo Reference List: Author: Your Fully Charged Life (https://www.amazon.com/Your-Fully-Charged-Life-Radically/dp/0593188578) IG: https://www.instagram.com/Meaghanbmurphy/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/meaghan.b.murphy Meaghan’s website: https://meaghanbmurphy.com/ Jordan Peterson’s book, “Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life” (https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Order-More-Rules-Life/dp/0593084640) QUOTES USED:   “Happiness is not a passive state of being. It’s an active state of doing.”   “The only way through is onward.”

Are you an approval addict?    So many of us are living our lives to make everyone around us think we are someone we’re not. We don’t do this on purpose to be deceptive; there is a deeply-ingrained need to seek the approval of everyone around us so that we feel safe and comfortable.   But have you ever thought about why we gravitate towards comfort? Why is it that most people stay stagnant in life and never see real growth or success?   We’re living in a world where we have vilified discomfort. We give everyone a participation trophy, so they don’t feel bummed, stop our children from crying or feeling strong emotions, worry about offending people (thereby stifling ourselves), and create habits of convenience because the alternative is hard.   I finally had a chance to sit down and interview one of the funniest and most amazing people ever, JP Sears (the episode you all have been dying to hear!). We talk about how chasing discomfort is actually the key to success.   An insanely talented comedian, he is probably best-known for his sarcastic sense of humor. He often focuses on real-world issues, like Coronavirus, politics, and even gluten intolerance issues (you will hear about this in the episode!). He throws unexpected twists into the humor that many people don’t appreciate (one of the many reasons I love him).   His comedy is designed to get people to cut the scar tissue that binds them and think for themselves. It’s never about the surface-level topic you are listening to; it’s about the underpinnings of human behavior.   We draw some surprising parallels with our childhoods and how we are now as parents (he is a new dad to an adorable little boy!)   As you listen, you will hear some deep stuff, including: The deeper meaning behind him chasing discomfort  Why he thinks people’s avoidance of discomfort is the root of their unhappiness The core values he hopes to instill in his son What he thinks is missing the most in the world His definition of evil and which emotion leads us to its effect The dumbest advice he has ever given himself False measurements of success and how they can destroy our children ...and so much more powerful stuff   This interview truly hit me so profoundly, and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Love Kim xo Reference List: How to Become Gluten Intolerant (JP Sears) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oht9AEq1798)  Wim Hof Method (https://www.wimhofmethod.com/) Awaken with JP (https://awakenwithjp.com/)  JP’s IG (https://www.instagram.com/awakenwithjp/)   QUOTES USED:   “The more I become ME, the more successful I become.”   “Your biggest weakness is also your biggest strength.”   “We can only be as strong as our adversity is deep.”   “The greatest burden that a child must bear is the unlived life of the parents.” -Carl Jung   “There’s always a story under the story.”

I truly believe that failing is the best way to learn life’s most valuable lessons. If you’re not failing, you’re holding yourself back from living up to your true potential and from being wildly successful.  I had the pleasure of interviewing a brilliant email marketing expert and copywriting course creator, Tarzan Kay (isn’t her name just fabulous?). Tarzan was never financially secure growing up and well into adulthood. Born into an intensely Christian family, (where she could only wear dresses, couldn’t watch TV, etc.), she was basically forced to focus on finding her life’s purpose.    Tarzan credits her strict (& often tumultuous) childhood for who she is today. As a teenager, she fell into a life of drug use but found the incredible strength at age 20 to slam on the breaks and not allow herself to continue down that dark path.   She became one of the world’s best copywriters (charging thousands of dollars a day for her amazing work) and has since focused her career on creating online courses to help other entrepreneurs learn the incredible skill of writing to sell (a.k.a copywriting).  Now a mom of 2, she’s the breadwinner for her family and wouldn’t have it any other way. She has found her life’s purpose and candidly shares all the failures that brought her to where she is today.    She also opens up about the truth behind how the marketing industry feeds into unrealistic expectations for your business (no one talks about this!) As you listen to this episode, you’ll also hear:   The fascinating story behind her name (this is EPIC) The one thing she wishes she knew when she first started How your failures ultimately lead to your biggest successes The intense moment she “woke up” and gained awareness at a whole different level (brace yourself for this one—it’s utterly fantastic) I can’t wait for you to hear this! Love, Kim xo Reference List: Tarzan Kay’s courses (https://tarzankay.com/) Swipe files of her awesome sales emails (https://tarzankay.com/emails) Tarzan Kay’s IG: (https://www.instagram.com/tarzan_kay/?hl=en) “Copy Caboose” (launches March 2021!)     QUOTES USED: “You can write all you want, but if you can’t sell, you’re not going to be successful.”   “Your biggest failures become your best stories.”   “Failure is how we learn. If you don’t admit where you’ve failed, you’re holding the business back.”

Most people don’t have what it takes to be an entrepreneur.   (That’s actually not a bad thing.)   They dream of having enough money to live in total financial freedom, but when the reality strikes, and it’s time to toe the line, they fall short.   Why does this happen?   I had the honor of interviewing John Lee Dumas, founder & host of Entrepreneurs On Fire, who boldly answers this question and many more.   John was an active-duty officer in the U.S. Army (spending time in a war zone in Iraq), where he developed an insane level of discipline and mental fortitude at quite a young age. He is definitely no stranger to overcoming challenges that seem impossible and uses those skills strategically in his business.   In this episode, he discusses his new book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success: A Roadmap to Financial Freedom and Fulfillment, in which he lays out a 17-step roadmap to unlocking your greatest potential and creating a life of total fulfillment.   (He even talks about some of those steps during the interview—one of which will blow your damn mind!)    John has identified the common foundational principles successful entrepreneurs share that allow them to achieve uncommon success, and he dives deep into some of these in our interview.    He also boldly goes where not many people are willing to go, and that is bringing to light that not everyone has what it takes to be an entrepreneur and how that isn’t a bad thing!   As you listen to this incredible interview, you will learn:   The importance of the “Zone of Fire” and how to identify yours How being a “challenger” can help you reach massive success What 3 specific things John Lee has done better than most entrepreneurs  The one thing that I attribute to my own high efficiency My #1 goal in life (this might even shock you)  What John thinks about the idea that money cannot buy happiness John acronym for F.O.C.U.S (this is fantastic)   He also shares how he generated $100,000+ net profit for 90 months in a row (which you can learn about in more detail in his book, which is now available for pre-order).   I can’t wait for you to hear this! Love, Kim xo Reference List: The Common Path to Uncommon Success: A Roadmap to Financial Freedom and Fulfillment (https://www.amazon.com/Common-Path-Uncommon-Success-Fulfillment/dp/1400221099) John Lee Dumas interviews Kim Constable (https://www.eofire.com/podcast/kimconstable/) Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make Competition Irrelevant (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Ocean-Strategy-Uncontested-Competition/dp/1591396190) Enneagram Test: (https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions) The 100-Day Goal Journal: Accomplish What Matters to You (https://www.amazon.com/100-Day-Goal-Journal-Accomplish-Matters/dp/1454930748/ref=pd_bxgy_3/141-4370678-3943145?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1454930748&pd_rd_r=90c319af-2182-418c-ab69-f8c35bfd5e4e&pd_rd_w=GF3Yp&pd_rd_wg=xOirx&pf_rd_p=f325d01c-4658-4593-be83-3e12ca663f0e&pf_rd_r=C6VFNTX2TC34Y792NBQA&psc=1&refRID=C6VFNTX2TC34Y792NBQA) The Dip: A Little Book That Teaches You When to Quit (and When to Stick) (https://www.amazon.com/Dip-Little-Book-Teaches-Stick/dp/1591841666/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+dip&qid=1613580346&s=books&sr=1-1) The Top Five Regrets of the Dying: A Life Transformed by the Dearly Departing (https://www.amazon.com/Top-Five-Regrets-Dying-Transformed/dp/140194065X)   QUOTES USED: “If you follow this roadmap and you don’t achieve your version of financial freedom and fulfillment in 3-6 months, then maybe this entrepreneurship thing isn’t for you.”    “The higher the barrier you can set, the lower the competition.”   “The best solution to a real problem wins.”

We are a society of quick-fixes.   It seems that there are certain fixes that women do to themselves that are entirely acceptable (hair dye, false eyelashes, hair extensions, cosmetic tattoos), yet others are so taboo that if you admit you’ve done them, be ready for the judgy eye rolls and insults.    I recently posted something on my Instagram about a procedure I had done to stimulate my natural collagen production around one side of my glutes.   (You would have thought I announced a criminal act.)   I have spent the last 5 years strategically building my body. Six weeks ago, I got 10 tiny threads in my butt,  and the internet went ballistic because apparently, my body is now “unattainable” and “unrealistic” (I literally had one little line softened under my butt).    I’ve been told I’m a sellout, a liar, and overly-obsessed with my looks.   I’ve lost followers, and people have not filtered their disappointment in me.   But I’ve also had many wonderful messages thanking me for being so transparent about the work I get done.     If a woman wants to enhance her looks to give her more confidence, why is this such a shame in our society? I’ve never understood this. Women deserve to feel beautiful at all stages of their lives, so why do people lose their bloody minds over cosmetic work?   In this episode, I interviewed my personal aesthetic nurse, Lisa Waring, from Face Therapy NI here in Belfast. She’s absolutely incredible and so knowledgeable.   She dishes all the details about these procedures that everyone should know.    You will learn:   Why you should ALWAYS go to a medical practitioner for your cosmetic procedures The worst horror story of Lisa’s career The one thing Lisa wishes she would’ve known when she first started What botox really is and how it works in the body (hint: this does not change regardless of where you go for it) A shocking fact about cosmetic filler that most people probably don’t know What body part Lisa thinks clients should treat first   She also gives fantastic advice for women who may be scared or worried about backlash if they ever admitted they had these procedures done.   You don’t want to miss this one! Happy listening! Love, Kim xo Reference List:   Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology/Pubmed - Botulinum toxin cosmetic therapy correlates with a more positive mood (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19250162/) The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life -  (https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713) Find Lisa:  Face Therapy NI (https://facetherapyni.com/)  IG: (https://www.instagram.com/facetherapyni/?hl=en) Getting aesthetic treatments is not a moral failing.   “The rare people who do become truly exceptional at something do so not because they believe they're exceptional. On the contrary, they become amazing because they're obsessed with improvement.” - Mark Manson (Author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F^ck)

It took me 6 years to make my first million and nearly 5 years to get the body I have now.   My successes haven’t come easily.    I remember vividly the moment I decided I wasn’t happy with my body - at age 37!    (you’ll hear about this moment in this episode)   I had been living on 1200-1400 calories a day, basically starving, and still wasn’t happy. Something clicked. I knew the only way I was going to change my body was to do something different.   Joining the gym and finally hitting the weights for the first time in my life ignited my love of muscles that was dormant for many years.    My body changed rapidly as I trained hard AF, ate like a horse, and filled up my softening, sagging skin with gorgeously plump muscles.   I showed up every damn day, did the work,  and refused to give up.   And I apply this to everything that I do. It’s the reason I now run two multi-million dollar businesses, have an incredible family life, and have a physique I’m damn proud of.   It was never easy. It will never be easy. But it’s certainly much easier than giving up and looking back wondering how successful I could have been.   You’re going to hear all about: What my husband was worried about when I started competing years ago What not to say to your kids to ensure they have a healthy body image How I balance my work life, family life, and personal body goals (these tips might surprise you) My top advice for ultimate physique change The hilarious reason I first went vegetarian (& eventually vegan) and so much more!   As you listen to this episode, I want you to identify what success looks like for you, and how you can apply my tips to ensure you’re on the right track towards meeting any goal you have.   I can’t wait for you to hear this. Love, Kim xo Reference List:   The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted And the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss, And Long-term Health (https://www.amazon.com/China-Study-Comprehensive-Nutrition-Implications/dp/1932100660) Quotes used:  If more women understood the relationship between food and muscle, they wouldn’t be so afraid to eat.   Your biggest weakness is also your biggest strength.   Show up, do the work, do it consistently, and refuse to give up.   Invest in growth before you need to grow.

Several years ago, when I started The Sculpted Vegan, there was one specific investment I made that would forever change the course of my businesses:   Amy Porterfield’s Digital Course Academy   Amy (who calls herself “The Queen of Baby Steps”, and you’ll hear why) has been a huge source of inspiration to me.   Last year, she reached the $10 million dollar turnover mark, has been featured in Forbes for breaking the glass ceiling, has sold more than 40,000 courses, has a mailing list of over a quarter of a million subscribers, and the list goes on!  She is truly an incredible businesswoman, mentor, and friend.   I have been a champion of hers for many years, so you can imagine my delight when she agreed to be on the podcast! (It’s really going to blow your socks off) Listen to how she talks so candidly about:   Her successes AND failures (if you know me, you know I love failures!) How increasing awareness surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement became the catalyst for positive changes in her business practices How she got started in the industry and the moment she knew she wanted to be her own boss 2 things she says that stop people from reaching true success How she really feels about her husband The biggest lesson she has learned in life You’re going to absolutely love this podcast! Reference List:   Digital Course Academy ( does not open until March 2021, so no link) Amy’s podcast (https://www.amyporterfield.com/amy-porterfield-podcast/) Amy’s Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amyporterfield/?hl=en) Amy’s Clubhouse (@amyporterfield) Forbes Article: (https://www.forbes.com/sites/celinnedacosta/2019/08/27/how-one-woman-broke-through-the-glass-ceiling-and-built-a-multi-million-dollar-online-course-empire/?sh=31bf93077def) Grant Cardone (https://grantcardone.com/) Quotes used:  If people hate you and talk about you, that’s great! That means they will spread your name far and wide.   Just because you didn’t know, doesn’t mean you’re not responsible.   Lead with compassion. People are fighting battles we know nothing about.   Freedom lies in the capacity to pause between stimulus and response.

15 months ago I hated negotiating.   I hated asking for discounts and I hated haggling on price.     I was an effective communicator, but I wasn’t an effective negotiator.     I got nervous in negotiating situations because I wasn’t sure how to ask for what I wanted, without seeming demanding or unreasonable.     That’s when I discovered Chris Voss.   Searching on Audible, I found Voss’ book ‘Never Split the Difference’.  An ex FBI negotiator, the book taught me negotiating skills that changed my life.   Armed with these new skills (and a completely new mindset around negotiating), it would not be an overstretch to say that my life has transformed.   I have used the skills Voss teaches to develop deeper relationships with my husband, kids, family and employees.   I have saved myself thousands of dollars, received complimentary upgrades on flights and in hotels and diverted crises in the business with staff and customers.   When Chris agreed to be a guest on my podcast, I jumped for joy.     I saw that he was hosting a FREE 5 Day Negotiation Challenge through a private Facebook Group.   So I reached out to him on Instagram and offered to share it with my audience.   Ten minutes later we had exchanged cell phone numbers and set up a podcast interview at 7am UK time (this was 8pm on Saturday night).   Do yourself a favour and listen to this interview with master negotiator himself, Chris Voss.     I know I am fangirling all over this right now, but with good reason.  I need you to trust me on this one.    If you want to be successful in life, relationships or money making, you NEED to learn the secrets of tactical empathy and negotiation.   Listen to the interview and sign up for the challenge.     And after you’ve listened, please leave me a comment and let me know your favourite part!     Don’t forget to also follow Chris on Instagram.   See you inside the challenge!  It’s going to be epic.

Your beliefs around fear can either mobilize you or paralyze you. Many people think that I’m fearless, but that’s actually not the case. Plenty of things scare me! But throughout my childhood, I developed a postulate around fear that has enabled me to plow forward despite it.

Christmas, huh? It’s been a couple of weeks of chocolate piled high in the living room, and gorgeous treats spread out in the kitchen. You didn’t know whether to abstain and feel miserable, or dive in and feel guilty. Sucks, right? But what if I could transform your whole way of looking at food? I used to have a very unhealthy attitude towards food, established (as most of these things are) when I was a child. For years, I was scared of getting fat. Terrified. But now I’m so much more relaxed about food, able to indulge when I want, and shred when I need to. So what triggered this change? How did I do it? Listen in to find out.

No drinking, no Christmas dinner, no mince pies, no yule log, no lazing in bed until mid-day! Sorry but no. Who am I kidding? It’s Christmas! Time to celebrate all the effort you’ve put into what can only be described as a pretty poor year. But… if you’re looking to have a good time and still keep half an eye on your health and fitness, this is the place to be. I’m Irish and we’re known the world over for our innate ability to party, So if anybody knows how to walk the tightrope between letting your hair down and falling off the edge of that very tall skyscraper, it’s me. So pour yourself a glass of your favourite tipple and let’s talk about having an epic Christmas.

After I interviewed his wife a couple of weeks ago, I knew you guys would be dying to hear the other side of the story. Surely this gym “power couple” were too good to be true? But no, it turns out that Alex Hormozi is as amazing as his wife. In fact, I think it’s safe to say he’s one of the smartest men I’ve ever met. So if you want to be the type of person who has a string of multi-million dollar businesses, a successful marriage, and still makes the time to be a philanthropist, helping others, then listen closely. Not only is Alex a very wise man, he’s very grounded with the advice he gives. A lot of it is sure to surprise you - especially his enlightened view of relationships and marriage.

It’s always been my dream to show people that vegan food doesn’t have to be dull, boring, hard to cook, a bit crap. So when I discovered Sam Turnbull of “It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken” fame, I just HAD to team up with her. Sam works miracles in the kitchen, devising recipes with a minimum number of ingredients that you can find in any local supermarket. When I first used one of her recipes, it was so amazing I thought to myself: what kind of witchcraft is this? Couple of years later and together we’ve devised “The Ultimate Vegan Kitchen”: an online cooking course that takes you inside Sam’s kitchen so you too will learn how to conjure up magic. In our chat, Sam reveals her upbringing in a family of hunters and staunch meat eaters, and her journey in learning to make vegan food truly delicious.

I thought there wasn’t another me out there. But it seems that there is. This woman is undoubtedly my soul sister. Leila Hormozi is a phenomenally successful woman. She started a company called Gym Launch and now owns three 8-figure businesses! Not bad for somebody whose mother tried to commit suicide in front of her when Leila was still a teenager. But instead of being broken by her tumultuous upbringing, Leila used it to become strong. She pushed past the guys at the gym to build her body, and studied hard to develop her mind. The results speak for themselves. It also turns out that both of us have a liking for telling it like it is, so let’s get to it.

You know me by now. What the podcast is about is not only what the podcast is about - it’s always about something more. When I first learned about the psychology of “projection” it slapped me in the face like a 150mph tennis serve from Roger Federer. The idea intrigued me so much that I had to dive in deep. And I’m glad I did, because since then it has transformed the way I look at other people. Whether it’s hiring new members of a team, or just meeting new people with whom you’re thinking of starting a new relationship, this insight into the human psyche pays dividends in so many ways. On today’s show I’m going to tell you about the times in my life where projection has played a pivotal role in crucial decisions I’ve had to make about people.

Here we go again. Gyms are closing, if they ever reopened in the first place, pubs have called last orders, and there’s not a manicure to be had for love nor money. So who better to keep us all motivated to stay on track with our goals - whether its relationships, money, or fitness - than the king of mindset, my good friend Mr Brian Keane? When the two of us get together we’re always sure to unearth a golden nugget or two to keep you pumped. Today’s 18-carat highlights include: establishing the habits that will lead to a disciplined mindset; and how avoiding being aimless will propel you to your ultimate success.

At an early age, my sister and I were sent away to boarding school. We hated it. It was soulless and cruel. While there I would sleep in the bunk bed above my sister’s, and hearing her sobbing at night was too much; so I would crawl into her bed and put my arms around her, to comfort her. I should warn you that reliving that experience in this week’s episode brought me to tears yet again. But although I didn’t know it at the time, I was beginning to learn about responsibility, and how you can never shirk it, unless you want to spend your life being unhappy. Learn how I accepted my own sense of responsibility and how you can too.

They’re still closing gyms faster than an Irish pub that’s run out of Guinness. Ugh! But let’s look on the bright side. I know you’ve been thinking about it, so maybe now’s the time to do it! Build that home gym. Before you collapse from a touch of the vapours, we’re not talking about an all-singing, all-dancing, fancy-schmancy machine-fest. Building muscles is simple. And your home gym equipment should reflect that. You’re going to be pumped when you find out how easy it is.

In the first of two episodes this week, I want to share an interview I gave to the amazing Sheila Bella of the Pretty Rich podcast. Sheila is the owner of not one but two seven-figure businesses. So it really was a case of not one but two successful women sharing the mic, comparing experiences, and ramping up your motivation to succeed. Listen up for how I see succeeding in your fitness is related to succeeding in your life. Ears peeled, push play.

Last weekend, I turned to my husband and said, "I feel depressed." He turned to me, incredulous, and said, "You've just had a $500,000 launch, and you're in the best physical condition of your life." I couldn't help feeling that he had a point. But nonetheless I felt depressed. So how can a woman who seemingly has it all get to a point where she feels depressed? And most importantly, how, when I feel like this, do I get myself out of it? My hope for this episode is that I can help you, should you ever look up and see a tall, dark wall looming in front of you. Let's go.