Rustys Health Phase

In this episode of Strong, Well-Fed, and Outspoken, Coach Frizzle (Rusty) and Coach Nel (Alana Nel) break down the often misunderstood concept of a health phase in fitness. A period focused on restoring balance, supporting hormones, and prioritizing well-being.They answer questions and explain how a health phase is different from a cut or bulk, why it’s crucial for female health, and how to know if it’s time to take one. Rusty shares her personal journey through a health phase, including symptoms like irritability, fatigue, irregular periods, and how increased calories and reduced training intensity helped her feel better.The episode highlights the importance of getting blood work, eating nutrient-dense foods, and checking in with your mental health and body image. If you're feeling burnt out, dealing with hormonal imbalances, or realizing that your aesthetics-focused goals are no longer serving you, this episode offers empowering advice for women ready to put their health first.Episode Breakdown:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:18 Understanding the Health Phase01:03 Social Media Engagement and Q&A01:48 Defining a Health Phase05:40 Personal Health Journey15:06 Monitoring Progress in a Health Phase20:29 Frequency of Health Markers Monitoring20:50 Post-Cut Blood Work Considerations21:42 Personal Health Journey Update22:46 Handling Bad Body Image Days26:03 Duration of a Health Phase29:09 Challenges and Enjoyments of a Health Phase31:36 Nutrient-Dense Eating Habits35:50 Final Thoughts and EncouragementJoin Our Fitness CommunityIf you're ready to receive truly tailored to YOU 1 on 1 coaching that focuses on more than just the workouts and nutrition , fill out our coaching form ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rusty⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on InstagramIf you're looking for some supplements that will help take your workouts to the next level, try our 3 must haves and get ready for some serious gains.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Protein powder⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for your protein goalsThe most explosive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pre-workout⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for before your workoutThe juiciest ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amino acids⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for during your workout