Ep. 286 - ADHD Struggles & Solutions: How to Stay on Track with Liz Wolfgang

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris welcome special guest Liz Wolfgang, a coach who specializes in functional health and ADHD. They dive deep into the challenges ADHD can bring to nutrition, fitness, and everyday life. Liz shares her personal journey of being diagnosed in her 30s and how she learned to manage ADHD through food, movement, and lifestyle changes. They cover topics like binge eating, restrictive dieting, struggling with motivation, and how small strategies—like pre-tracking meals or setting timers—can make a big difference. Liz also busts some myths about self-diagnosing ADHD and explains why getting tested can be helpful but isn’t always necessary. If you’ve ever struggled with staying on track or wondered if ADHD is playing a role in your health journey, this episode is packed with valuable insights! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Episode & Guest Liz Wolfgang02:09 Liz’s Background & How She Got into Coaching03:21 How Liz Discovered She Had ADHD05:38 What ADHD Testing Looks Like07:31 Managing ADHD: Medication, Therapy, & Lifestyle Changes10:46 How ADHD Affects Nutrition: Bingeing, Restriction & Dopamine Seeking13:11 The Dangers of Self-Diagnosis & Instant Gratification Culture17:30 ADHD vs. Screen Addiction: What’s the Difference?19:33 Is ADHD Genetic or Developed Over Time?23:39 The Impact of ADHD on Sleep & Overstimulation27:19 Struggles with Meal Planning & Tracking with ADHD32:25 How ADHD Affects Exercise & Sticking to a Routine35:59 When “Flexibility” Becomes an Excuse Not to Work Out38:46 Tips for Managing ADHD in Social Situations & Parties39:39 What to Do If You Suspect You Have ADHD42:34 Why You Should Advocate for Yourself with Doctors43:40 How to Connect with Liz Wolfgang Connect with Liz on Instagram: @pcos.coach.lizzy - https://www.instagram.com/pcos.coach.lizzy/ SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7 How to Connect with Us:  Chase’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/ Chris’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/ Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coaching  Join The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective