PODCAST · health
Worth the Weight
by Cookie Miller
Former fat girl turned certified personal trainer talks all things wellness, business & life from the inside out.
Episodes
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Ep. 68 From 80lb Weight Loss to Public Health Advocate: Dr. Joyee Washington’s Inspiring Journey
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Joyee Washington, a remarkable public health advocate whose personal transformation from struggling with weight to losing 80 pounds has fueled her passion for community health. Dr. Joyee shares her inspiring story, the challenges she faced along the way, and...
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Ep. 67 Overnight Weight Gain
In this episode, we dive into a topic that so many of you have asked about—overnight weight gain and why your scale seems to betray you! Join me as I explain the truth behind daily weight fluctuations and why those numbers don’t always reflect your fat loss progress. We cover everything from how...
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Ep. 66 Breaking Diet Culture: Nutrition, Cultural Foods and Sustainable Weight Loss with Dez Abeyta
In this episode, we sit down with Dezi Abeyta, a registered dietitian and nutrition expert, to explore the intersection of culture, food, and health. Dez shares his journey into nutrition, including his role at Men’s Health Magazine, and discusses the unique challenges faced by diverse…
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Ep. 65 Protein Hacks for Weight Loss: Simple Ways to Add More to Your Diet
Learn why protein is a key component of a successful weight loss journey, focusing on its role in preserving muscle mass, keeping you full, and supporting metabolism. I'll dive into the science behind how protein helps prevent muscle loss during calorie deficits, why it boosts your metabolism…
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Ep. 64 How to Avoid Weight Regain: Learning the Maintenance Phase
Learn why protein is a key component of a successful weight loss journey, focusing on its role in preserving muscle mass, keeping you full, and supporting metabolism. I'll dive into the science behind how protein helps prevent muscle loss during calorie deficits, why it boosts your metabolism…
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Ep. 63 Solutions for Perimenopause, PCOS and Inflammation Dr. Jessica Shepherd
In this insightful episode, we are joined by Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a practitioner of both functional and traditional medicine. Dr. Shepherd shares her personal journey and what led her to pursue a career in medicine. We break down the core principles of functional medicine, explore how it differs...
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Ep. 62 Break the Stress-Weight Gain Cycle: Effective Stress Management Strategies
In this episode, we're diving into the crucial topic of managing stress and how it can significantly impact your weight loss journey. Stress is a common part of life, but when it's not managed well, it can derail your efforts to achieve your health and fitness goals. Join us as we explore…
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Ep. 61 Cravings, Fatigue & Weight Gain on a Weight Loss Journey
Dive into the hidden links between cravings, fatigue, and weight gain. Discover how insulin resistance, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes play a role in the cycle of bingeing and inability to shed those extra pounds. Unpack the reasons behind your struggles with discipline and learn practical...
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Ep. 60 Part 2: How Tenetia Lost 50lbs- Trust the Process
Join us on this Part-2 episode as we celebrate the remarkable milestones in Tenetia's weight loss journey. From conquering personal challenges to hitting transformative goals, she shares the highs, lows, and everything in between. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that goes beyond the…
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Ep. 59 How Tenetia Lost 50lbs - Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable
🌟 Unlocking Transformations: Tenetia's 50-Pound Journey In this week's episode of Worth the Weight, host Cookie Miller sits down with current client, a 37-year-old event planner who not only shed nearly 50 pounds but also transformed her life. Join us as Tenetia shares her inspiring story, from...
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Ep. 58 Meal Prepping and Weight Loss
🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of 'Worth the Weight' with your host, Cookie Miller! This week, we're diving into the art of meal prepping just in time for the New Year rush. Discover practical tips to make progress on your weight loss journey in 2024. Nutrition is key, and we'll explore the...
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Ep. 57 - How I Lost 8lbs in 3 Days | Season 1 REPLAY
Unveiling the truth behind quick fixes and drastic weight loss programs in this replay episode from Season 1, Episode 5. Join me as I share my personal journey through the ups and downs of restrictive diets, the allure of rapid weight loss, and the realization that sustainable change lies in...
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Ep. 56 Ozempic, WeGovy, Mounjaro | Personal Trainer Opinion
Today's episode is a replay from an IG Live. Be sure you're following us there! I'm only sharing my experience as a PT who has worked with many clients over the years. This is not medical advice. instagram.com/cookiemiller instagram.com/worththeweightpodcast
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Ep. 55 Educating and Advocating for Maternal Health Equity: From Disparities in Care to Empowering Pregnancy Decisions and Busting Myths with Dr. Nicole Rankins
It's time to make wise decisions for our pregnancy journey! Let's join Dr. Nicole Rankins on Episode 55 of her podcast and learn how to make informed choices with evidence-based information. Tune in and get the facts you need for an informed and empowered choices. Dr. Nicole’s Instagram:...
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Ep. 54 Decoding Hormonal Changes and Finding the Right OBGYN for You After 30 with Dr. Erika Simpson
Welcome to Episode 54! In this episode, we debunk common myths surrounding weight loss and hormonal changes. We're joined by the incredible Dr. Erika Simpson, MD, FACOG a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist currently working at Kaiser Permanente in Riverside, California where she's a leader...
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Ep. 53 Your Birth Control is Causing Weight Gain
Hormonal birth control's influence on weight and hormones goes beyond the surface. Let's uncover the together and make informed choices. Tune in for this Episode! If you want to join there are just 6 spots remaining in our hormonal weight loss private coaching program, apply at cookiemiller.com...
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Ep. 52 How Weight Gain Influences Dermatological Conditions with Dr. Kemmy
Ready to learn something new? Tune in for this episode of Dr. Kemmy's episode to get an insightful discussion on the skin and its effect on people of color! This board-certified dermatologist is here to provide valuable information to help educate and empower us to take better care of our skin....
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Ep. 51 Food Addiction + Difficulty Losing Weight
Catch this Episode 51 as we discuss the food addiction and difficulty losing weight: two important topics that need to be addressed. By understanding the root cause of these issues, we'll be able to make more informed choices and take better care of ourselves. Want to learn more join our 1:1...
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Ep. 50 Navigating Stress and Anxiety: Empowering Your Mental Health Through Boundary Setting with Dr. Ebony
Don't let stress and anxiety take over! Set boundaries to protect your mental health. 🧠 Dr. Ebony shares valuable advice on how to establish healthy boundaries that give you direction and peace of mind. Remember, before you set your boundaries, you have to set your values! Want to learn more…
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Ep. 49 Cycle Syncing for Weight Loss + Life
The benefits of syncing your menstrual cycle with your daily life are incredible. In this episode, I cover the topic and behind syncing, how to do it, and what to expect as you start. Want to learn more join our 1:1 private coaching: cookiemiller.com SUBSCRIBE HERE:...
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Ep. 48 Hydration and Weight Loss
We want you to feel great and we know that a balanced diet is the most important factor in reaching your health goals, but there are those days when you don't have time or energy for a full meal. That's why we're talking about the importance of hydration during your weight loss journey. Want to...
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Ep. 47 How to Calculate Calories for Weight Loss
Set your calorie goal for weight loss. These are the most effective, and easiest ways to lose weight. Learn how in this podcast. Want to learn more join our 1:1 private coaching: cookiemiller.com SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgpkEyCasGBSqs8RGRqXYjU6GvHy-tk9z FOLLOW US!...
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Ep. 46 Diabetes Prevention, Nutrition Basics & Women Supporting Women with Pharmacist, Personal Trainer and Diabetes Prevention Coach Dr. Shavon Leblanc
Diabetes is preventable, but only if you act. Listen as I talk with Dr. Shavon Leblanc about how to prevent heart disease and diabetes by learning good nutrition habits. Want to learn more join our 1:1 private coaching: cookiemiller.com SUBSCRIBE HERE:...
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Ep. 45 Supplements
We talk about supplements and how they can help you in different ways. If you are interested in supplements and want to learn more, catch episode 45 as we teach you everything you need to know about supplements. From general wellness to muscle growth and inflammation, we’ll be giving you all the...
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Ep. 44 Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss | Is this the Right Diet for You?
See if you have enough willpower to follow intermittent fasting? Fans of intermittent fasting, we have some advice and tips for you. We tell you the truth about who is it suitable and not suitable for intermittent fasting. We also have information about the past and present of the method. Want to...
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Ep. 43 What it’s Like to Stick to a Weight Loss Journey for a Full Year for the First Time | An Update on Whitney Charles, Where she is After 12 Months + Tips for Consistency
Whitney is here to share her inspiring weight loss story with us as she enters 2023 and we’re going to see where the journey takes her. Catch the video of Episode 43 to see the struggles, tips and how was Whitney throughout her journey. Want to learn more join our 1:1 private coaching:...
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Ep. 42 Why All Calories are Not Equal
Calories-in vs. calories-out and energy balance are the two most important factors impacting your ability to lose weight and maintain it too. Catch Episode 42 to see how what we eat affects our weight loss or gain goals or ways to improve them! SUBSCRIBE HERE:...
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Ep. 41 How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle Simultaneously
On Episode 41 of Worth The Weight, Cookie Miller gets personal as she speaks on the topic "How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle Simultaneously.” Tune in as she shares how these 2 things work at the same time. Check out the full episodes to follow and understand of how of it all works. Want to learn more...
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Ep. 40 How to Keep Going on your Weight Loss Journey when Life Happens w/ client Whitney (life transitions, pivoting, mental health, we talk about it all!)
On the season 2 finale (episode 40) of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller is joined by one of her clients (and dear friend) Whitney Charles to discuss her weight loss journey. Tune in as they discuss Whitney’s ongoing transition, her biggest wins so far and what led her to make the decision to…
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Ep. 39 Cheat Days
On episode 39 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller speaks on the topic “Cheat Days”. Tune in as she discusses the good, the bad and how you should go about taking a cheat day. Check out the full episode to get your most burning questions answered, guidance on a more practical way to decide when to...
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Ep. 38 Getting Back on Track After Falling Off
On episode 38 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller gets personal as she speaks on the topic “Getting Back on Track After Falling Off”. Tune in as she shares how a recent period of grief affected her and gave her a deeper understanding of how easy it can be to fall off. Check out the full episode…
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Ep. 37 Portion Control for Weight Loss
On episode 37 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller is joined by registered Dietician and weight loss coach Aminta Bullard (@black.caribbean.nutritionist) to discuss “Portion Control for Weight Loss”. Aminta specializes in helping women of colour overcome emotional eating, and learn portion sizes so...
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Ep. 36 Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
On episode 36 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller is joined by registered Dietician and former Bariatric RD Alyssa Noel (@alyssanoel_rd) to discuss Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery. Alyssa pulls from her wealth of knowledge and clinical experience working directly with bariatric patients and shares...
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Ep. 35 Stop Sabotaging your Weight Loss Journey
On episode 35 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller speaks on the topic “Stop Sabotaging your Weight Loss Journey”. Tune in as she explains self-sabotage, discusses the most common reasons why people do it and gives tips on how to overcome it! SUBSCRIBE HERE:...
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Ep. 34 The BEST Diet for Weight Loss
On episode 34 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller is discussing “the BEST Diet for Weight Loss”. Tune in as she defines and discusses three common diets and lifestyles people choose when aiming to lose weight: The Ketogenic Diet Intermittent Fasting Veganism & Vegtarianism Listen to the end to…
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Ep. 33 Black Women in Fitness with Ashley Hamilton
On episode 33 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller is joined by fellow Fitness Coach Ashley Hamilton (@lean_cutz_fitness), to discuss Black Women in the Fitness Industry. Ashley briefly speaks about how she began her journey within the fitness industry, her experience with eating disorders and...
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Ep. 32 Doing Intense Cardio & Still Not Losing Weight? Here's Why
On episode 32 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller is discussing why you may be “Doing Intense Cardio & Still Not Losing Weight”. Tune in as she defines the issue, talks about over-consumption, common exercise mistakes, body composition, how to prevent this from happening, and what to do if it has...
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Ep. 31 Eating 1200 Calories & Still Not Losing Weight? Here's Why
It’s episode 31 of Worth the Weight and Cookie Miller is discussing why you may be eating 1200 Calories & Still Not Losing Weight. Tune in as she defines the issue, talks about common consumption mistakes, common exercise mistakes, what causes this to happen, how to prevent this from happening…
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Ep. 30 Recovery & Stretching with Dr. Ashley Devers (Chiropractor)
On episode 30 of Worth the Weight, Cookie Miller is joined by chiropractic practitioner Dr. Ashley Devers (@thebodymax) to discuss the importance of Recovery & Stretching. Ashley briefly explains how she began her career in the health and fitness industry, discusses muscle and tissue repair and...
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Ep. 29 Online vs. In-Person Training
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Ep. 28 Body Types & Weight Loss
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Ep. 27 5 Tips to Stop Overeating
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Ep. 26 How To Lose Weight Without Cardio
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Ep. 25 Long-Term Weight Loss Success: How Kaya Made Small Shifts That Lead to a Complete Lifestyle Change
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Ep. 24 Body Dysmorphia
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Ep. 23 Alcohol & Weight Loss
From margaritas to wine and everything in between how does alcohol affect weight loss? We are going to find out and I'm going to break this into a few parts. So we're going to talk calories, then we're going to talk about appetite, how alcohol actually processes through the body. And of course…
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Ep. 22 Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
Today we are going to talk about the holidays and holiday weight gain and what you can do to avoid it. So the holidays are of course right around the corner. And this is such a beautiful time of year. But it can also be an added source of anxiety, especially for people who are on a weight loss...
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Ep. 21 ADHD & Weight Loss
We are officially back for season 2! During the break, I posted a TikTok about how going on a weight loss journey uncovered undiagnosed ADHD & the response was great! I just knew I had to share this information here with you all in more detail. Follow us on IG @worththeweightpodcast
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Ep. 20 Are you too busy to lose weight?
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Ep. 19 Why am I sore after working out? How to recover + prevent soreness
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