Alex Brown, Strength in Harmony Coaching | Ep 56

In this podcast interview, James talks with Alex Brown, the founder of Strength in Harmony Coaching. They dive into the meaning of "strength in harmony," plus the core tenets and mission behind her coaching company. Alex, with a background in nursing, discusses the challenges she faced as a med-surgical nurse and how she ventured into the fitness world. Learn about the mental toll of the pandemic and the significance of having a coach to rewire habits. Alex shares insights on time efficiency, time management, and prioritization, emphasizing the importance of balancing nutrition and exercise. Find out why meal plans aren't part of her coaching approach and the step-by-step process she follows to help clients track their food and macros effectively. The conversation also explores resistance training, cardio, and the benefits of crossfit and bodybuilding-style training. Alex recounts his experiences in Olympic lifting and gymnastics before getting into crossfit and discusses the commitment required for national-level competitions. Learn about the healthy and supervised approach to weight loss, including insights into Semaglutide and Manjaro Juega. Discover the secrets of Alex's journey in making big decisions, embracing messy action, and welcoming more emotion into her life. Lastly, find out where you can connect with Alex to learn more about Strength in Harmony Coaching. 00:21 - What does "strength in harmony" mean? 04:51 - Time efficiency, time management, and prioritizing priorities. 10:16 - How she got into fitness - Nursing and law enforcement experience, mental toll of the pandemic, and the importance of having a coach. 15:00 - Meal planning and why Alex doesn't do meal plans for clients. 19:33 - Tracking macros and approaches to resistance training and cardio. 24:59 - Challenging traditional programming and Alex's athletic background. 31:51 - Time spent mobilizing for competition and competing on the national level. 35:22 - Natural bodybuilding and the use of coaches and TRT. 41:23 - Lifestyle changes, weight loss, and the effects of Manjaro & Semaglutide 46:17 - Taking action on big decisions and embracing change. 52:13 - Learning more about Alex Brown and how to get in touch. Find her here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexhatesrunning/ Company IG: https://www.instagram.com/strengthinharmony_/