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Fit n’ Chips Chats

by Amanda Thebe

Welcome to Fit n’ Chips Chats with me, your host Amanda ThebeA weekly show that delves deep and dirty into topics that directly impact women over 40, from peri to post menopause. Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are struggling with menopause symptoms and want to start feeling healthy + fit in their 40s and beyond. Through her very frank articles, podcasts and hilarious social media presence, she’s here to help you with informative advice, while making you laugh like a 20 year old throughout.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 67 - Elizabeth Stacey Ellis: Fit with Ease

    Elizabeth is a graduate of Florida State University, and her first career took her around the world as a Broadway performer! In 2012, she chased her passion of fitness and became a Certified Functional Strength and Conditioning coach (MBSC), Strong First Level 1 Kettlebell Instructor and TRX-1...

  2. Episode 64 - Meg Mathews

    An icon of the nineties Brit Pop scene, Meg Mathews is a former music industry PR, events planner and designer turned entrepreneur and advocate for the menopause. In 2016. Meg turned fifty and began to experience the first symptoms of menopause. She was shocked at the lack of support and...

  3. Episode 61 - Josh Hillis

    Are you enjoying the podcast? Would you like a FREE copy of my 12 Week Core Program, ABS ON FIRE? All you need to do are 2 simple steps: To claim, simply leave a review on iTunes or Google Play Email me directly [email protected] to grab your free workout plan.

  4. Episode 60 - Steph Gaudreau - The Core 4

    Steph Gaudreau’s mission is to help women create bigger, bolder, fiercer lives — by building health from the inside out. She’s a Nutritional Therapy Consultant, author, blogger, coach, podcaster, and the creator of the former Stupid Easy Paleo. Steph wrote the best-seller The Paleo Athlete: A...

  5. Episode 59 - Courtney Townley, Grit & Grace

    Courtney Townley began working in the fitness industry over two decades ago when she transitioned from the professional dance world. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a BFA and is fully certified as a STOTT PILATES® instructor, National Strength and Conditioning personal trainer...

  6. Episode 57 - Sandy Sabean

    The team at Grit & Soul believe stories empower, inspire and can change lives. Women are amazing storytellers. Women who overcome obstacles and make significant changes to their lives, can embolden other women to do the same. Grit and Soul is a platform to make this happen. A website created by a...

  7. Episode 56 - Dr Brooke Kalanick

    Dr Brooke Kalanick is a licensed Naturopathic (ND) and Functional Medicine doctor, she attended Seattle, Washington’s Bastyr University, where she earned a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and Masters in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Dr Brooke’s postdoctoral training in women’s…

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  8. Episode 55 - Emma Forbes

    We all remember Emma Forbes, the well-loved TV and radio presenter from the 80’s. I know I used to love watching her on Live and Kicking with Andy Peters every Saturday morning. Well since those days, Emma’s life has gone through some major changes, and on this podcast episode, we have a fun,...

  9. Episode 52 Dr Hannah Short - Menopause + PMS Specialist GP

    Dr Short is an accredited specialist in female hormonal health (menopause & PMS), GP and medical writer. Dr Short has undertaken extensive training in menopause management, under Dr Caroline Marfleet, with the British Menopause Society (BMS) and the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare...

  10. Episode 51: Nicky Gaylor - Sylk Natural Lubricant

    Nicky Gaylor is the Marketing Director of Sylk UK which was founded by her parents back in the 1990’s following time spent living and working in New Zealand where they discovered this amazing product. They quickly established a reputation amongst health professionals and Sylk was the first…

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  11. Episode 49 - Nagina Abdullah, Masala Body

    Nagina Abdullah is a health coach for busy women and moms and founder of the website MasalaBody.com. She teaches women with a demanding career and busy life how to eat healthier without feeling deprived. She has coached hundreds of women to lose 15-40 pounds and shrink their waist. Nagina has…

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  12. Episode 48: Lisa Lewis - Resiliency Psychology

    Lisa Lewis is a licensed psychologist with a passion for health and wellness. You should see her in the gym!! She wholeheartedly believes in the importance of maintaining a strong mind and a strong body. In addition to the clinical specialties she has, she also a background in sport and exercise...

  13. Episode 47 - Jane Lewis author of Me and My Menopausal Vagina

    One women's journey of menopause and vaginal atrophy. Jane wrote a book in collaboration with her daughter in a 'tongue in cheek' way to help break taboos of vaginal atrophy. It is informative, serious, tear-jerking and guaranteed to make you laugh. During the podcast Jane and I speak about her…

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  14. Episode 46 - Dr Mariza Synder

    Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional practitioner and the author of seven books: the bestselling The Smart Mom’s Guide to Essential Oils and The DASH Diet Cookbook. Dr. Mariza's newest book focuses on balancing hormones with the power of essential oils, and it's called: The Essential Oils Hormone...

  15. Episode 45 Elizabeth Smith Andrews - Lessons I’ve Learned

    This is an episode where this northern lass meets a southern belle, the accents run wild! An industry veteran, who was one of my first inspirations is Elizabeth Smith Andrews. She inspired me to become certified in TRX, DVRT Ultimate Sandbag and to explore functional movement as a way to…

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  16. Episode 42 Katarina Wilk - Author of Perimenopower

    Health and medicine journalist, Katarina Wilk, combines facts with personal experiences to inspire, guide and, above all, include you. You are far from alone in these symptoms. We discuss Katarina’s journey into writing, Perimenopower and how she created the ultimate guide for you. You will learn...

  17. Episode 41 Karen Gallagher - Overcoming obstacles in life

    Karen is certified as a Holistic Nutritionist, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Health and Life Coach. She is a Body Transformation; Mindset Coach and has over 18 years of experience helping women to become fit and confident. As a former competitive figure skater and fitness athlete for most…

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  18. Episode 39 Paige Fleischmann

    Paige Fleischmann is a personal trainer and DVRT Master Trainer with Ultimate Sandbag. A long time friend of mine, an old soul in a young body and a total fireball. Paige talks about how she focuses her sessions with her clients by asking them to do a check-in and decide exactly what their body...

  19. Episode 38 James Fell - The Holy Shit Moment!

    James Fell is an international fitness columnist and author and his new book, The Holy Shit Moment! is a no-nonsense guide on how to get in shape, fix your finances, alleviate depression and change your life for good. We’ve all been there. Wanting to change your life forever, but only doing it in...

  20. Episode 37 Virginia Rodriguez

    Virginia Rodriguez,is a Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who has a passion is to help men and women become healthier and happier through pure food and awesome lifestyle choices. We have a great discussion on the show today that covers so many topics including brain health, taking care of the...

  21. Episode 36 Kellie Davis

    Kellie Hart Davis inspires women to get strong in all aspects of life by getting them crazy strong in the gym. She is the founder of Fit Thrive Workouts and The Play Big Academy, and is the co-author of Strong Curves. She's a fan of having real conversations with the women in her community that...

  22. Episode 35 Nancy and Eileen from Cucumber Clothing

    Cucumber was born when Nancy and Eileen put their heads together and realised that getting hot and sweaty is probably the last taboo. They also knew so many women, taking-care-of-business women, organising-the-family women, trying-to-do-it-all women, who were struggling because of their…

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  23. Episode 32 Dr Fiona Lovely - Not Your Mother’s Menopause

    Dr. Fiona Lovely brings to her listeners the expertise gleaned from a more than a decade of clinical primary care giving. She has many years of training in the fields of restorative endocrinology, functional neurology and functional medicine as well as the professional designation of Doctor of...

  24. Episode 31 Leigh Peele - Metabolic Myths

    Leigh Peele, a nationally published author who’s been featured in publications such as Men’s Health, The Guardian, and The Washington Times. Leigh was a co-host of the popular fitness podcast, Fitcast, and she’s a self-described “layman researcher”. As a personal trainer with a certification...

  25. Episode 30 JVB - Being Strong Matters

    Jennifer Vogelgesang Blake (better known as JVB to her friends, and now, you) is a personal trainer, strength coach, and competitive powerlifter living and working in the Twin Cities. A USA Powerlifting club coach and certified RKC2 trainer, her clients span the spectrum of brand-new to more...

  26. Episode 29 Jessi Kneeland - Body Positive

    Jessi Kneeland is a coach, teacher, speaker, and writer dedicated to helping women love their bodies. Her purpose on earth is to help all women break free from the body image issues, fear, shame, and armor that hold them back. This is a fascinating conversation that I know you’ll love.

  27. Episode 28 Lindsey Robins - Become Clothing: Hot Women Campaign

    Following on from last weeks episode, I am excited to profile another female run enterprise based out of the UK. Become is a menopause clothing brand with intelligent fabrics that stop hot flushes and night sweats. On the show we speak about Become's #HotWomenOnly campaign - inviting women over…

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  28. Episode 27 Becks Armstrong - The Clarity App

    In this episode I am profile a female entrepreneur, Becks Armstrong, who has created a mediation app with an emphasis on addressing symptoms of menopause through the power of breath and mindfulness, Clarity features an InstaCold function which provides instant relief during a hot flash. Becks is…

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  29. Episode 26 Dan John - Building Resiliency Through Aging

    Dan John is an industry legend who has a very practical approach to fitness after years of research and experience in the industry. We talk about how fitness needs to change as we age, and it needs to take women’s health through menopause seriously. He focuses this conversation on 4 categories:...

  30. Episode 25 Kelly Coffey - How To Stop Self Sabotaging Your Health

    Kelly Coffey (C-O-F-F-E-Y) is a fucking badass. She’s the force behind Strong Coffey Personal Training in New England, and the popular blog strongcoffey.com. In 1997, at over 300 pounds, Coffey was a study in how not to treat a human body. She was depressed, inactive, and uncomfortable. She had...

  31. Episode 21 Monika Bjorn - Strength Through Menopause

    My Swedish friend, a modern yogi, educator, concept-maker, ruler-breaker, risk-taker and published author. Currently writing a book all about strength through menopause and we talk about her research on the topic.

  32. Episode 20 Meghan Callaway, Kellie Hart Davis and Dr. Sarah Ellis Duvall - Glutes, Core + Pelvic Floor

    Kellie Hart Davis, Meghan Callaway, and Dr. Sarah Ellis Duvall, PT are the co-creators of Glutes, Core, and Pelvic Floor. Together they empower people to create positive changes through a better understanding of movement. Their combined coaching expertise teaches you to exercise with confidence...

  33. Episode 19: Chia Chia Sun - Let’s Talk About Sex!

    Chia Chia Sun is a pharmaceutical executive turned women’s health entrepreneur. She is CEO of Damiva Inc., a personal care company dedicated to innovation in manufacturing 100% natural products for women. Chia Chia started on her path when she discovered that there are simply very few effective…

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  34. Episode 16: Dana Santas - Practical Solutions for Back Pain Relie

    Dana Santas has just released her book, Practical Solutions for Back Pain Relief, 40 BODY AND MIND EXERCISES TO MOVE BETTER, FEEL BETTER, AND RELIEVE PAIN PERMANENTLY. We discuss how she encourages people to be empowered to move better, feel better, and never feel powerless to pain again. We talk...

  35. Episode 15: Oreet J.S. - How your curvaceous figure is an asset!

    Oreet has 20+ years of experience as a fitness and dance instructor plus grew up with art form of bellydance and has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, and CNN to name a few and has numerous titles including the titles Bellydancer of the Year and Middle Eastern Dance Champion of North America. She…

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  36. Episode 14: P.H.Oliver - The Gynesaurs

    A published author who spent spent most of her life working with body parts as a gymnastics coach/administrator and a Physician's Assistant in an obstetrics and gynecology office and is especially thrilled to now write tales focusing on the naughty bits. The Gynesaurs was inspired by her time...

  37. Episode 13: Kim Acedo - Learn How To Embrace Ageing and Leading a More Fulfilling Life

    Kim is a Health & Self-care Coach exclusively for women in midlife. She provides women with the tools to lead a healthier and more fulfilling life. As many beautiful physical, mental, and emotional shifts occur during this time, she believes this is an optimal time to make healthy changes and...

  38. Episode 12: Krista Scott Dixon - Fat Isn’t A Bad Thing During Menopause

    KSD is the Director of Curriculum for Precision Nutrition and a global leader in coaching and nutrition. She talks about her own experience with double menopause and how menopause impacts women on an emotional and physical level.

  39. Episode: 11 - Fit n’ Chips Chats Sam Pitre

    Sam Pitre is now 43 years old and has transformed her life. Overweight and very unhealthy she decided to take matters into her own hands and now inspires other women to do the same. Her story is fascinating and she emphasises how important it is to love your body, just like she did, big or small,...

  40. Episode 10: Kourtney Thomas - Big Arms, Big Life

    Why do you think women are afraid to be big, and why does it have so many negative connotations? Let’s stop this none\sense right now. Kourtney Thomas teaches us how to , Become the Boss of our Body and watch our life take shape. www.kthomasfitness.com

  41. Episode 6: Fabienne Marier - Reframing Your Worth

    For too long women are expected to be small. Small in our voice. Small in our bodies. Small in our expectations. The tide is now turning and it’s time to stand up and be BIG!! After years of feeling unfulfilled and following all the rules, Fabienne talks about how she found her confidence and...

  42. Episode 3: Deanna Harder - Eating Disorders

    We are discussing body dismorphia, eating disorders, body image, food and exercise obsession and how to get off the diet roller coaster!

  43. Episode 1: Carolina Belmares - Body Acceptance

    Catch 22: body acceptance and how that impacts our ability to make positive change in your health and wellness journey.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Fit n’ Chips Chats with me, your host Amanda ThebeA weekly show that delves deep and dirty into topics that directly impact women over 40, from peri to post menopause. Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are struggling with menopause symptoms and want to start feeling healthy + fit in their 40s and beyond. Through her very frank articles, podcasts and hilarious social media presence, she’s here to help you with informative advice, while making you laugh like a 20 year old throughout.

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Welcome to Fit n’ Chips Chats with me, your host Amanda ThebeA weekly show that delves deep and dirty into topics that directly impact women over 40, from peri to post menopause. Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are struggling with menopause symptoms and want to start feeling healthy...

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