No one is going to “save” you. In today's world, it's up to us to save ourselves!Hosted by top fitness expert and coach Michelle MacDonald, the Stronger by Desi...
Slower is Faster: The Neuroscience of Lasting Change with Michelle Baty
Book time with Michelle one-to-one and share feedback about this podcast What if slowing down is the secret to getting ahead?Michelle sits down with neuroscientist Michelle Baty to explore the powerful paradox of progress: Slower is Faster. In a world obsessed with speed and efficiency, Michelle Baty breaks down the neuroscience behind why real, lasting change comes not from pushing harder, but from being in the right neurological state. They dive into the two fundamental states of the nervous system—Protective vs. Connective—and how recognizing these states can help us break free from self-sabotage, build resilience, and finally make the changes that stick. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR03:20 – The “Slower is Faster” Effect: Why more effort isn’t always better13:51 – Self-sabotage or survival? The truth about why we revert to old patterns23:21 – The hidden stressors that make transformation harder26:33 – The Catch-22 of Change: Why you need energy to build energyGUEST: MICHELLE BATYInstagram | Facebook CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook Book time with Michelle to meet one-to-one and provide YOUR feedback to her on this podcast https://calendly.com/michellemacdonaldofficial/listener-feedback-interviews?month=2025-02
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Motion is Lotion: Joan MacDonald’s Guide to Aging Strong
Book time with Michelle one-to-one and share feedback about this podcast Feeling like your New Year's resolutions are slipping away? You’re not alone—but Joan MacDonald is here to inspire you to keep going. Michelle sits down with her, Joan, to discuss how she's maintained her incredible 70-pound weight loss for nearly a decade—without being perfect. Joan shares her no-nonsense approach to health, fitness, and aging with vitality, proving that consistency trumps perfection every time. From overcoming injuries to staying out of the nursing home, Joan’s wisdom will give you the motivation you need to stay on track and prioritize your well-being.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR06:16 – The Power of Habit Stacking: Small Changes, Big Results11:03 – Choose Your Hard: Avoiding the Nursing Home Mindset22:19 – Motion is Lotion: Overcoming Pain Through Movement27:22 – Never Throw in the Towel: Finding Alternative Ways to TrainGUEST: JOAN MACDONALDInstagram | Train with Joan Website | YouTube CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook Book time with Michelle to meet one-to-one and provide YOUR feedback to her on this podcast https://calendly.com/michellemacdonaldofficial/listener-feedback-interviews?month=2025-02
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Post-Traumatic Growth with Carol Elizabeth
Book time with Michelle one-to-one and share feedback about this podcast What if the key to transformation isn’t in doing more but in reframing how we see ourselves? Carol Elizabeth shares her journey through breast cancer, personal reinvention, and the art of finding joy in the everyday. From embracing the power of reframing challenges to transforming her body and mindset, Carol offers a heartfelt masterclass on silencing the inner critic and tuning into the inner coach and guide. Her story isn’t just about fitness and resilience—it’s about redefining what it means to live fully, no matter where you are in life.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR01:29: “You’re not battling; you’re journeying”—how language shifts perspective08:27: The U3 Framework: Inner critic, coach, and guide32:52: Loving every version of yourself in the process of transformation39:19: Supporting women in all stages of their fitness journeyGUEST: CAROL ELIZABETH, Transformational Speaker | Success Coach | AuthorInstagram | YouTube | TikTok | Website | Facebook | Podcast | Email CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook Book time with Michelle to meet one-to-one and provide YOUR feedback to her on this podcast https://calendly.com/michellemacdonaldofficial/listener-feedback-interviews?month=2025-02
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Breaking the Chains of ADDICTION with Brittney Carbone
What does it take to break free from addiction, transform your life, and become a source of inspiration to others? Michelle chats with Brittney Carbone, a fitness model, health coach, and addiction recovery advocate, as she shares her powerful story of overcoming emotional eating, alcoholism, and self-sabotaging behaviors. Brittney opens up about her struggles, pivotal turning points, and the actionable strategies that helped her rebuild her life, including her signature Stoplight Strategy. From cultivating self-love through fitness to the transformative power of community, Brittney's journey is a tribute to resilience and purpose-driven living.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR03:52 Self-sabotage: from addiction to the "gray area"08:24 A life-changing wake-up call14:27 The Stoplight Strategy: red, yellow, and green foods and behaviors27:30 Surround yourself with people who inspire growthGUEST: BRITTNEY CARBONEInstagram | LinkedIn | Podcast | Website | Email CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook
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Dying to THRIVE: Heather Chauvin’s Journey to Emotional Freedom
What if burnout, guilt, and overwhelm could be your greatest teachers? Michelle welcomes Heather Chauvin, a leadership coach, TEDx speaker, and author of Dying to Be a Good Mother. Heather shares her life-altering journey through stage 4 cancer and the pivotal lessons that transformed her survival into a life of thriving. With raw honesty, she delves into her concept of "energetic time management," revealing how prioritizing feelings, respecting boundaries, and managing emotional energy can lead to profound personal growth.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR03:49 – Why cancer wasn’t Heather’s wake-up call but a turning point17:26 – Managing emotional resistance and guilt to unlock joy35:39 – Talking to your emotions: a unique approach to addressing triggers49:02 – Redefining self-care as self-respect and why it mattersGUEST: HEATHER CHAUVINWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Book CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook
No one is going to “save” you. In today's world, it's up to us to save ourselves!Hosted by top fitness expert and coach Michelle MacDonald, the Stronger by Design podcast is for women who want to take radical ownership of their bodies, nutrition, and mindsets.Michelle, known worldwide for her Transformation Programs, shares world-class insights to help women redefine aging by focusing on longevity, empowerment, fitness, resilience, and muscle-building, all while fostering a positive mindset about nutrition and health.Since 2012, Michelle has been coaching women online, leveraging her expertise as a Physique Champion and ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In 2016, she co-founded Tulum Strength Club, an online Physique Contest Prep Team. She later established The Wonder Women (TWW) in 2020 and the TWW coaching academy in 2022. Michelle’s work has inspired countless women, including her mother, Joan MacDonald (Train With Joan™), who lost 70 pounds in her 70s and became a fitness influencer.Michelle now brings her expertise to the Stronger by Design Fitness App, launching in fall 2024, alongside this podcast of the same name.Join us on Stronger by Design to explore how to cultivate a resilient mindset, maintain optimal nutrition, and achieve lasting fitness for a healthier, more vibrant future. This podcast is designed for women committed to longevity, strength, and nutrition, empowering them to transform their lives from the inside out.
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