Episode 14, Raena Hawkins - The Journey of Clean Fasting

What if intermittent fasting isn’t just about weight loss — but about transforming your mindset, habits, and relationship with food?In this powerful episode, Erika Barnhart sits down with Raena Hawkins to explore her fasting journey that began in 2014 with the 5:2 method and evolved into a sustainable, empowering clean fasting lifestyle. Raena shares the struggles, breakthroughs, and mindset shifts that helped her move from white-knuckling hunger to experiencing calm, confidence, and clarity around food.Together, they discuss:How clean fasting simplifies the process and enhances resultsWhy mindset matters more than willpowerNavigating social situations with confidence (“No is a complete sentence.”)The connection between fasting, exercise, and strength trainingHormonal changes, aging gracefully, and fueling your future selfTools, routines, and practical advice for beginnersRaena reminds us that patience is key, community support is powerful, and embracing discomfort can lead to lasting transformation. This episode is filled with real-life wisdom for anyone exploring intermittent fasting, clean fasting, weight loss, nutrition, wellness, and sustainable health habits.If you’ve ever struggled with hunger, questioned your habits, or wondered how to make fasting fit your real life — this conversation will leave you feeling empowered and equipped.🎧 Tune in now and start building a fasting lifestyle that supports your health, your family, and your future self.