A Balancing Act with Coach Kenz
by MacKenzie Driscoll Orzechowski
Join Coach Kenz, a former competitive gymnast & perfectionist turned Certified Health Coach & Mom, as she talks about balancing all things fitness, nutrition, mindset, lifestyle, parenting, & more! Learn how to be the best version of YOU without sacrificing living life to the fullest.Be sure to follow her on IG for daily helpful tips and tricks:@coachkenz.cptClick here to work with me: https://gh4vgjvgjxt.typeform.com/to/RAE86am7
Episodes
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Episode 35: My 4 Most Recommended Supplements for Results
In this episode of A Balancing Act, Coach Kenz shares insights from her personal life and transitions into a detailed discussion about supplements. She emphasizes that supplements are not magic pills and should be used to fill nutritional gaps rather than replace a healthy diet. Kenz provides her...
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Episode 34: Kids say the darndest things, I really hate social media, & LEARNING the process before you can trust it
In today's episode I give you an update on Liam and preschool, we'll briefly discuss how I'm in my "I-hate-social-media" mode right now, and then dive into the concept of learning the process of a healthier lifestyle, before you can truly trust it or buy into it. In addition, we'll chat about my...
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Episode 33: WOW I'm back...
In today's episode, there is no plan, just HI FROM ME AT THE BARN! We're bringing the podcast back, and today I'm just catching you up and chatting about life the last 6 months (+ one of the things people say to me that is a peeve of mine). More fun & exciting things to come as I take this…
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Episode 32: The Warmup - Be careful who you keep in your circle
In today's episode, I'm talking about being honest with yourself...about your daily choices and the people you surround yourself with most. Do they align with the future version of yourself you want to be? Or do you need to make some changes? More ways to connect: Subscribe to my email list! Join...
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Episode 31: The Warmup - Fashion/style things + staying in your own lane in the comment section
In today's episode I'm talking about a few different random headlines I found this week that I want to chat about. I think I'll make you laugh with them to start your week. Enjoy - ha! More ways to connect: Subscribe to my email list! Join the FREE Champion A+F Society Champion Athletics +…
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Episode 30: The Workout - Youth sports parents + what I'm doing for self-care/mental health recently
In today's episode I'm talking about a local headline regarding 3 adults who got arrested at a youth basketball game for starting a brawl, and how I believe we as parents need to change how youth sports are set up. I also dive into what I've been doing for my own self-care/therapy since November...
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Episode 29: The Warmup - We're baaacckkk! (Again, lol)
We back...again! In today's episode we catch up with life, because it's been awhile. I'll talk about the direction I'm choosing to take my content, including this podcast, and why, what books I've been reading, what shows I've been watching, and more! More ways to connect: Subscribe to my email...
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Episode 28 - Health & Fitness Holiday Gift Guide!
In today's episode, I talk in detail about my Health & Fitness Holiday Gift Guide I'm sending out to those on my weekly email newsletter THIS Friday (make sure you subscribe below!). This episode will help you navigate my most recommended brands, gadgets, etc. to make a list for yourself or find...
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Episode 27 - Thursday Thoughts: I haven't been perfect to my plan, but I'm still seeing results. Here's how.
In today's episode, I talk about how I have by no means been perfect to my plan on this second postpartum round, yet I'm still losing weight. We'll talk about why that is, and how you can, too! INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 FREE WEEKLY EMAIL NEWSLETTER: Subscribe Here...
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Episode 26: Tracking Your Food vs. Intuitive Eating
Today's topic is a good one: tracking your food vs intuitive eating! In today's episode, I'll discuss the pros & cons of both methods and which I recommend if you have a fat loss or performance goal. INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 FREE WEEKLY EMAIL NEWSLETTER: Subscribe...
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Episode 25: Thursday Thoughts - Quiet the Mom Guilt/Comparison Noise
Let's talk about mom guilt and the mom-comparison game that gets thrown in our face on social media these days. INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 WEBSITE: https://www.fit4lifecaf.com/
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Episode 24: Thursday Thoughts - May the odds be ever in our favor
Enter the chaos that is back-to-school season...may the odds be ever in our favor, fellow parents! INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 WEBSITE: https://www.fit4lifecaf.com/
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Episode 23: How I handled vacation + my postpartum goals
In this episode, I share with you how I handled my health & fitness over vacation as well as an update of my progress and my postpartum goals. INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 @abalancingactpodcast YOUTUBE: @championathleticsandfitness FIND MORE HERE: Champion Athletics +...
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Episode 22: Thursday Thoughts - Do It Scared.
Do. It. Scared. INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 @abalancingactpodcast YOUTUBE: @championathleticsandfitness FIND MORE HERE: Champion Athletics + Fitness Website Links & More
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Episode 21: 3 weeks back from my "maternity leave" - how it's going so far
In this episode, I share with you how things have been going for us as life with a family of four since my "maternity leave" ended three weeks ago. I also mention how often I've been working out (or not...). Listen in for the update! INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018...
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Episode 20: Thursday Thoughts - Keyboard Warriors & the GOAT Advocating for Mental Health
Today I talk about two things I've taken away from watching Simone Biles Rising on Netflix: the obnoxious audacity of keyboard warriors and Simone herself talking about how human she is @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 @abalancingactpodcast YOUTUBE: @championathleticsandfitness FIND...
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Episode 19: Ohhhhhhhh(zempic)
The trendiest topic in health & fitness right now...Semaglutide injection medications for weight loss! In this episode, I discuss with you how they work, if they're effective, what their adverse effects are, who they are meant to be prescribed to, and my take on whether or not you should be…
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Episode 18: Thursday Thoughts - You can feel both. It's okay.
Our first "Thursday Thoughts" episode! Today I chat with you about being able to feel two different emotions at once and not feeling guilty one way or the other about it. Share this podcast episode on your socials and tag me if you love it! INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018...
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Episode 17: I disappeared...but I'm baaccckk!!
Yes, I went MIA for 6 months... oopsies! But I'm back and so excited for all the fun things I've got planned for the rest of the year. Listen in to hear what I've been up to, plus some podcast & biz changes! INSTAGRAM: @coachkenz.cpt @championathleticsfitness_2018 @abalancingactpodcast YOUTUBE:...
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Episode 16: The Quote the Entirely Changed my Outlook on Life
Today I'm sharing a quote I found online a few weeks back that has entirely changed my perspective and outlook on life, as well as how I help coach my clients. We'll also dive into how you can apply it in your own life to help you turn your perspective (and mental health!) around, too. Listen in…
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Episode 15: My biggest business mistake in 2023 & how it relates to your fitness goals
Today I'm admitting to you my biggest mistake in business that I made in 2023. Don't worry, I promise you it relates to your health & fitness goals - BIG time. And I'm going to tell you how to fix it. Listen in - it's going to be a good one! ___________________ If you are excited to hear more,...
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Episode 14: The Case of the Hungry Caterpillar - Why You're Overeating at the End of a "Healthy" Day & How to Fix It
I saw a meme a few weeks back that related a female's binge eating at the end of the night to the famous Hungry Caterpillar children's book that we all know and love. But we're going to talk today about why this is a problem, and actually a reality for so many reason. I'm also going to give you 5...
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Episode 13: Will You Be a 9%-er in 2024? Why Most People Fail their New Year Resolutions & How to Fix That
Did you know only 9% of Americans actually complete their New Year Resolutions? That 23% give up after the first WEEK of the New Year? And 43% quit by the end of January? Today I am telling you the 4 main reasons why so many people fail to stick to their New Year Resolutions, and how you can...
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Episode 12: The Result of Over Restriction Throughout the Holidays (& in general)
Today we're talking about what you really need to know about over restriction throughout the holidays (and throughout the year in general) and how it never actually results in what you're looking for as far as health & fitness goals go. We also discuss my first ever Black Friday sale that ends...
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Episode 11: How to handle Thanksgiving this week + a little life update
Listen into today's episode for a little life update for Coach Kenz + my 9 best tips to help my clients (and myself!) stay on track this Thanksgiving without over restricting, missing out, or potentially feeling guilty/punishing themselves later. PS - I'm dropping my first ever Black Friday sales...
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Episode 10: What to do when life goes BONKERS
We all know we've got more chaotic seasons of life throughout each year, which I like to call the "ebbs and flows of life." But what do we do when life throws you the curveball you weren't expecting at all and it just completely goes off the rails? In this episode, I talk about recent evens in my...
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Episode 9: My Unpopular Opinion About You & Your Time
Are you someone who believes you just don't have the time to work on your health & fitness goals? Let's talk about why that's my favorite excuse in the book & how you can begin to change your perspective surrounding your time. ___________________ If you are excited to hear more, please share this...
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Episode 8: 3 Ways Your Perfectionism is Holding You Back...& How to Start Fixing It
Your perfectionist mentality can be a good thing, but can also be extremely detrimental to your goals and hold you back from progress. Today, we're talking about the 3 main ways your perfectionism is holding you back, and how to start to fix that. Let's dive in! ___________________ **Register for...
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Episode 7: Coaching Red Flags You Need to Look Out For
It's spicy time, friends! Working in the health and fitness industry, specifically the online health and fitness industry, is incredibly rewarding, and also can be incredibly difficult. It's frustrating as a coach to see greed and misinformation take over and prey on a vulnerable society who…
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Episode 6: My Postpartum Anxiety & Depression Story
I'm getting vulnerable on this one with you guys! Having gone through my own struggles with anxiety and depression, I find it incredibly important to talk about so that we can normalize these feelings and help others not feel so alone. Today, I'm sharing my personal story with anxiety and...
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Episode 5: Here's Why You Stress/Emotion Eat...& How to Fix It
If you are someone who struggles with frequent emotional eating & drinking, this one's for you. In today's show, I address some of the main reasons why you emotion/stress eat & drink, as well as talk about some ways to help reduce those episodes and manage your stress and emotions better each…
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Episode 4: 4 Reasons You Feel Like You're Always "On" a Diet
Today's topic: The 4 main reasons you feel like you're always "ON" a diet. You view it as a diet, not a lifestyle You're stuck in quick-fix-land You have no one holding you accountable You think only in the short-term instead of looking at the bigger picture/longer term If you're someone who...
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Episode 3: The Villainizing of All Macros & How it's Killed Your Relationship with Food
Do you have a pretty crappy relationship with food? Do you believe there are such things as "good or bad" foods out there? Do you feel guilty after eating or drinking certain foods/drinks? There's a reason why. Generation after generation, we have been misled to believe every single major food...
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Episode 2: Who the heck are you...? About Coach Kenz!
In this episode, I wanted to take some time to really introduce myself to you and talk about my story, my why. I'm sure many of you listening may already know me pretty well to an extent, BUT for those newbies here, you should know all about the voice behind the mic! I want you to be able to…
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Episode 1: Welcome to A Balancing Act!
Hello hello & welcome to A Balancing Act, with me, Coach Kenz! I'm your host, MacKenzie Orzechowski, CEO and certified health & fitness coach at Champion Athletics + Fitness and creator of the Fit 4 LIFE Online Coaching Program. Today we'll be diving into some details about the podcast: Why I...
About this show
Join Coach Kenz, a former competitive gymnast & perfectionist turned Certified Health Coach & Mom, as she talks about balancing all things fitness, nutrition, mindset, lifestyle, parenting, & more! Learn how to be the best version of YOU without sacrificing living life to the fullest.Be sure to follow her on IG for daily helpful tips and tricks:@coachkenz.cptClick here to work with me: https://gh4vgjvgjxt.typeform.com/to/RAE86am7
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