Are you tired of wading through health and fitness advice that’s more hype than help? I’m Elena, and welcome to The Dump Your Diet Podcast, where I serve up real talk on health, fitness, hormones, and gut health—cutting through the noise to give you the straight answers you need.
As a certified personal trainer, hormone specialist, and functional nutrition coach, I’m here to be your go-to resource for no-nonsense insights into optimizing your health. Whether you’re struggling with hormonal imbalances, frustrated by stubborn fat, battling afternoon energy crashes, or trying to heal your gut, each episode delivers actionable strategies and real-life success stories to empower our journey.
I don’t sugarcoat the truth or subscribe to toxic positivity—here, it’s all about finding what actually works for your body and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to take control of your health, boost your fitness, or even enhance your coaching skills, the Dump our Diet Podcast is here to provide the expert advice, evidence-based tips, and genuine support you need to achieve lasting results.
Ready to take charge of your health? Tune in, and let’s get started.
Are you tired of wading through health and fitness advice that’s more hype than help? I’m Elena, and welcome to The Dump Your Diet Podcast, where I serve up real talk on health, fitness, hormones, and gut health—cutting through the noise to give you the straight answers you need.
As a certified personal trainer, hormone specialist, and functional nutrition coach, I’m here to be your go-to resource for no-nonsense insights into optimizing your health. Whether you’re struggling with hormonal imbalances, frustrated by stubborn fat, battling afternoon energy crashes, or trying to heal your gut, each episode delivers actionable strategies and real-life success stories to empower our journey.
I don’t sugarcoat the truth or subscribe to toxic positivity—here, it’s all about finding what actually works for your body and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to take control of your health, boost your fitness, or even enhance your coaching skills, the Dump our Diet Podcast is here to provide the expert advice, evidence-based tips, and genuine support you need to achieve lasting results.
Ready to take charge of your health? Tune in, and let’s get started.

Join me for a deep dive into the concept of 'listening to your body' and how it can sometimes turn into an excuse to avoid the hard work required for your fitness journey. We'll discuss the importance of building mental and emotional capacity, understanding real fatigue versus laziness, and using performance cues to assess your needs. Plus, learn practical tips like the 10-minute rule to find your motivation and stay on track even on tough days. Don't miss out on these insights to help you balance grit with self-care effectively!
00:00 Introduction to the Dump Your Diet Podcast
00:49 Episode Overview: Listening to Your Body
01:15 The Reality of Bandwidth and Capacity
01:59 Grit, Resiliency, and Honesty
04:26 True Fatigue vs. Excuses
05:32 Performance Cues and Deloading
06:58 The 10-Minute Rule and Self-Reflection
08:14 Effort vs. Expectations
09:06 Conclusion and Call to Action
09:46 Disclaimer and Final Notes
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I am not a licensed medical professional, mental health professional, or registered dietitian. The advice and recommendations given out on this channel are not intended to diagnose or treat any kind of medical condition. If you do think you have a medical condition please speak with your medical provider.