It's Not You, It's Your Hormones

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It's Not You, It's Your Hormones

It's Not You, It's Your Hormones podcast is hosted by Chelsea McLeod, a corporate dropout turned Integrative Health Practitioner. She helps busy, driven women release weight and feel amazing by balancing hormones and fixing gut issues. Healthy Hustle Method is for women who want results without endless cardio or fad diets. Chelsea combines her unique background as a corporate director, cycle instructor, former college athlete, and results-driven practitioner to bring you cutting-edge, no-fluff science-backed strategies. Join Chelsea each week for a mindful and balanced discussion on how you can better understand your symptoms and what you can do about it. Do you ever feel like your body is speaking a language you can’t understand? Whether you’re experiencing weight gain, fatigue, poor sleep, energy crashes, cravings, hair loss or changes in mood or feeling anxious, you will learn first steps in healing your hormones so you can look and feel amazing. Chelsea cuts through t

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    64. Why Weird People Win: How to Be a 1%er

    I concepted this podcast while sitting in a pluge pool in Bali. And I know that sounds obnoxious. But it's also kind of the point.   Because the life I have right now? Most people would call it weird. My supplement stack is the size of a small carry-on. I wear red glasses at dinner. I don't drink. I don't have health insurance. I haven't been to a doctor in years. I turn my notifications off and do not apologize for it.   And somehow...I have a six-pack, I sleep like a baby, my hormones are dialed, and I run a business from wherever I want.   Funny how that works.   This episode is about the 1% of women who are actually willing to do what 99% won't. Not the Trump one-percenter kind. The kind who choose results over fitting in, who stop outsourcing their health to a system that is quite literally designed for sick people, and who decide that being a little weird is a hell of a lot better than being exhausted, puffy, and running on caffeine and willpower. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    63. The Gut-Anxiety Link in Female Leaders: Stacie's Story

    I get DMs every week from women who are medically educated, have seen every doctor, done every test, and are still bloating after every meal, still anxious, still not sleeping. Stacie was that woman.   A 54-year-old RN and communicable disease manager. Former ski racer. High performer. Someone who knows more about the body than most of us ever will. And she still spent 20 years feeling like something was wrong with her that no one could fix.She tried being vegan. Made her sicker. She did Ideal Protein. Lost weight, then was afraid to eat real food. She went to doctor after doctor. Everything came back normal.   And eventually she just accepted it. She told herself this was her new normal.Then five months ago she took a chance. And now she's 22 pounds lighter, her anxiety is down 75%, her cholesterol is at the lowest it's been in 25 years, and she is no longer waiting to qualify for a statin.This one hit different.   We cover the gut-anxiety connection, what hypervigilance actually is (and why high-performing women mistake it for a superpower), and what it looks like to finally stop waiting for medicine to catch up to your body.   If you have been told everything looks normal, if you have accepted that bloating and anxiety and brain fog are just your life now, this episode is for you. There is always a root cause. Always. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    62. Rebalancing After IVF: The Protocol That Finally Worked feat. Sharan Bhinder

    If I had a dollar for every woman who comes to be with severe bloating and weight gain in the middle after IVF...Let's unpack it.   I talk to a lot of high-achieving women who are doing everything right. The gym. The health food delivery. The clean eating. And they're still gaining weight. Still bloated. Still exhausted. Still hiding from mirrors. Sharan was one of those women.   Account director at LinkedIn in Singapore. High pressure sales role. Quarterly targets. And a body that felt completely foreign to her, especially after four rounds of IVF.   She was going to the gym four or five times a week. Ordering from a health kitchen. And still watching herself get bigger. She started needing a gin every night just to get through the day. She was almost the weight her mother was after having three kids.   And she was sick of it.   This episode is her story. What the labs actually showed. Why the gym wasn't working. And how she lost 22lbs (10kg) without destroying herself in the process. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    61. Emotional Weight Loss: The Weight You're Carrying

    I've had so many women tornado into my DMs this week asking for a supplement stack, a macro plan, peptides. And I get it. That's literally what I do. We will get there.   But this week I'm in Bali, I got a $50 massage from a man with no thumbs, came home, and ugly cried harder than I have in years. And it cracked open the thing I've been trying to explain to clients for two years in a way I finally know how to say out loud.   Here's the thing nobody tells you when you're doing everything right and still not losing the weight: it's probably not your macros. It's probably not your supplements. It might not even be your labs.   It might be the decade of unfelt feelings sitting in your tissues, expressing itself as inflammation, hormonal chaos, weight loss resistance, and 3am wake-ups that no amount of magnesium glycinate is fixing.   I know. I was the girl who bragged about not crying. Thought being stone cold was a personality trait. Turns out it was just why my cheeks looked like a chipmunk's, my hair was falling out, and I looked absolutely wrecked in every photo from that era despite working out constantly. Cool. Totally unrelated. Except completely related.   If you've done the labs, tried the protocols, changed how you eat, and you're still circling the same drain... this one's for you. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    60. Expat Life: Cortisol & Chaos

    So many of my clients are expats or frequent travelers and every single one of them has said some version of this to me: "I'm in the most beautiful place I've ever lived and I feel absolutely terrible." I get it. I've lived it.   Seven and a half years abroad. A deportation. A visa rejection. A breakup that cost me my right to stay in a country I'd built my entire life in. And a body that, despite all my protocols, completely fell apart under the weight of it.   This episode is the one I wish someone had handed me when I first touched down in Melbourne with two suitcases and absolutely no idea what I was doing to my hormones.   If you're an expat, a frequent traveler, or you're doing everything "right" but your body just isn't cooperating, this one's going to hit. What we cover:   Why expat life is one of the most hormonally expensive lifestyles you can live and why generic wellness advice isn't built for you What chronically elevated cortisol actually does downstream to your sex hormones, your metabolism, your sleep, and your weight The difference between being resilient and being resourced (and why that distinction is costing you) The social isolation piece that nobody talks about and exactly how it keeps your nervous system in low-grade survival mode for years The four non-negotiables for keeping your hormones stable when your life is constantly in flux The real reason you're gaining weight around your middle despite working out   Book a call in the show notes if you're ready to stop guessing and start getting results. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    58. Peptides: Everything You Need To Know

    Everyone is in my DMs right now asking about peptides. And honestly, I get it. I've been injecting myself weekly for six months. I flew from Australia to Bali looking like I was smuggling heroin. White powders, vials, massive needles. Customs waved me through. We move.   But after working with 300+ women who spent hundreds on peptides and felt nothing? The issue is never the peptide. It's what's underneath it.   In this episode:    My full current stack and what I've actually noticed from each one Why GLP-1s are being massively misused and what they do to your muscle The 4 foundations your body needs BEFORE peptides will work Why the order of operations is making or breaking your results What to do if you've tried peptides and felt nothing ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    57. Can AI fix your hormones?

    After helping hundreds of women hit their weight loss and hormone healing goals in record time, I have some thoughts on when to use ChatGPT (and when not) to for your health, hormone or weight loss goals.  It works better for certain things than it does for others.  Press play for the full juice. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    56. How Australia Healed My Body

    I moved to Australia with one suitcase, zero friends, and a nervous system that was completely incinerated.   I just didn't know it yet. And my body was paying the price in ways I didn't even recognize yet. The bloating, the crashes, the weight that wouldn't move, the anxiety I didn't call anxiety. None of it was normal.   Australia changed everything. Not because I stopped being ambitious, but because I landed in a culture that genuinely does not reward burnout. And it broke my brain in the best possible way.   In this episode I'm sharing the full unfiltered story, including the 5 things Australians do differently that quietly healed my hormones, my gut, my sleep and my body. And why I believe the same shift is available to you without ever leaving your home.   This one is personal. Press play. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    55. Carnivore Diet Myths: What You Need to Know

    Every week someone asks me:   “Chelsea… should I try carnivore for weight loss?” “Is carnivore good for hormones?” “Will eating only steak fix my gut?”   And honestly… I get why people are curious.   People are reporting huge weight loss, better digestion, clearer skin, and improved energy.   So in this episode, I’m giving you a balanced, honest breakdown of the carnivore diet rooted in holistic health and functional medicine.   Not fear-mongering. Not influencer hype.   Just the real science and what I actually see with clients. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    54. Cortisol, Capacity & Career Over 45: Jess' Story

    She was operating at 60%… and thought she was fine.   In this episode, Chelsea sits down with Jess Serato — Wall Street dropout, energy strategist, mom of two, former Division I athlete — who realized her body wasn’t broken.   It was under-supported.   After years of high performance, chronic stress, interrupted sleep, and unexplained weight gain, Jess discovered elevated cortisol, low progesterone, and mineral imbalances were holding her back.   Within three months, she:   • Lost 20 pounds of inflammation and hormonal weight • Restored deep, uninterrupted sleep • Reduced baseline stress and anxiety • Eliminated bloating and puffiness • Increased energy, libido, and business capacity   In this episode, you’ll learn:   • Why high-achieving women operate at 60% and normalize it • The connection between cortisol, appetite suppression, and weight gain • Why “clean eating” doesn’t work without order of operations • How progesterone impacts mood, sleep, and stress resilience • Why sustainable hormone healing eliminates hypervigilance   If you are a driven woman feeling puffy, exhausted, and frustrated despite doing all the “right” things — this episode will change how you view your body.   Book a session with Jessica here    Find Jessica on Instagram here ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    53. Guide to Surviving Major Life Transitions

    Life transitions are f*cking hard on your body. Not just emotionally, but hormonally, physically, and metabolically hard.   In this episode, I'm getting vulnerable about my own story of dramatic, unexpected life changes.   Let's discuss how change affects your health and hormones.   If you're in the middle of a big life change and your body feels like it's betraying you, this is for you. You're not broken. You're just in transition.   Also heading to Bali soon for one-on-one client work. 2 VIP day spots left 👉https://chelseamcleod.my.canva.site/balivip ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    52. Where's Your Sex Drive? Libido vs. Your Hormones

    This episode is inspired by Valentine’s Day… and all the sex you’re NOT having. Let me explain why you don’t want to go to poundtown with your husband — and what to do about it. If you love your partner but feel zero desire, dread bedtime, or would genuinely rather reorganize your pantry than be touched… this isn’t a character flaw.  It’s cortisol.  In this episode, I break down what’s actually happening inside your body when you’re a busy, high-achieving woman living in survival mode and why your libido shuts down. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    51. Migraine Myths & Root Causes

    Most women are being told migraines are genetic, random, or something they’ll just have to manage forever.That belief keeps them stuck.In this episode, I explain why migraines are not random, not a medication deficiency, and not a life sentence — especially for high-functioning, high-responsibility women who are “doing everything right” and still breaking down.I recorded this episode because I see a pattern over and over again:Women come to me for weight loss.They lose the weight quickly.And then they’re shocked when their migraines disappear too.That’s not a coincidence.Migraines are a neurological inflammatory response to a system that’s overloaded — hormonally, metabolically, emotionally, and neurologically. They’re a signal that the body is unimpressed with how it’s being run. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    50. The Athlete Mindset Required for Results

    In this episode, I break down the mindset of an athlete and why it’s the missing link for women who don’t want to live in the 99% of people with sub-optimal health, chronic inflammation, stubborn weight, burnout, and inconsistency. Lately, I’ve been noticing something that honestly drives me crazy. People are softer than ever.They don’t keep their word.They flake. Ghost. Quit when things get uncomfortable. And then they wonder why their body, their health, and their life never really change. This episode was born out of that frustration. Because the women I work with who get exceptional results — the ones who lose weight quickly, balance their hormones, reclaim their energy, and actually maintain it — don’t have more information. They have a different mindset. Lear what makes these women successful ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    49. Why Your Doctor Says Your Labs Are "Normal" When You Feel Like Sh*t

    Your labs are normal but you still feel awful. Sound familiar? This episode breaks down why high-performing women are constantly dismissed by the medical system and what’s actually happening inside the body when symptoms don’t show up on standard labs. Register for the fertility framework masterclass here ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    48. How to Fix Sugar Cravings

    If you find yourself productive all day and feral with demonic cravings at night, this episode breaks down exactly why and what your body is actually asking for. If you’re ready to stop resetting and start building a system that actually supports your body, this episode is for you. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    47. Tough Girl Syndrome: When "Being Strong" Makes You Sick

    Strong women don’t quit. They tolerate. And that’s why so many high achieving women stay stuck in exhaustion, bloating, pain, poor sleep, and burnout for years without realizing they’re in a health crisis. In this episode, Chelsea breaks down why “I’m fine” is often just survival mode, and how delaying your health quietly benches you from your own life. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    46. Hormone Healing for Hyper Successful Women feat. Dr. Robyn McKay, PhD

    You can be disciplined, successful, intuitive, and still feel completely disconnected from your body. This episode explores why pushing harder stops working for high-achieving women and what actually creates lasting physical and emotional change. This week on the podcast, I sit down with one of my clients, Robyn, a former elite athlete, PhD, executive coach, and deeply intuitive woman, to talk about what actually changed everything for her. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why intensity and discipline can keep hormones stuck in survival mode• How rest and safety unlock fat loss and clarity• The connection between body healing, identity, and relationships• Why weight loss often follows self trust, not control This is a conversation about coming home to your body and ending the cycle for good. Follow Dr. Robyn McKay at @robynmckayphd on Instagram and Tik Tok and listen to her "Sheology Podcast" on Apple or Spotify. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    45. Lifestyle Choices That Wreck Hormones

    Your hormones didn’t “just get out of balance.” They responded to how you’ve been living. In this episode, Chelsea breaks down the everyday lifestyle patterns that quietly wreck hormones — even when you think you’re being “healthy.” If you’re tired, puffy, wired, anxious, or stuck in survival mode, this is the conversation most women never hear. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    44. How to Stop Restarting Every January

    If January has you feeling frustrated, confused, or like your body suddenly stopped responding, this episode is for you.Many high performing women enter January disciplined and determined, only to feel like their body is pushing back harder than ever. The scale won’t move. Cravings feel louder. Energy drops. And the self doubt creeps in.This is not a motivation problem.And it’s not because you “fell off.” In this episode, we talk about what happens when a body that’s been running on stress, pressure, and high output is asked to do more, eat less, and push harder… and why that approach backfires. If you’ve ever wondered why January feels heavier instead of fresh, or why discipline suddenly stops working, this conversation will help you see your body differently and understand what it’s actually asking for.Listen now to stop restarting every January and start working with your body instead of against it.Click here for an additional KICKSTART ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    43. Bondi Tragedy, Collective Trauma & The Nervous System

    This episode was not planned.In the wake of the violence at the Hanukkah gathering in Bondi, and its proximity to my home and people close to me, it felt important to speak directly and calmly about what happens in the body during moments of shock and collective trauma.Events like this do not only live in headlines or memory. They are processed through the nervous system, and often show up later as anxiety, disrupted sleep, digestive symptoms, emotional reactivity, or a persistent feeling of being unsettled.This episode is offered as a steady, nervous-system-informed response. It is not political commentary. It is an acknowledgement of impact and a reminder of how to care for ourselves and each other when safety feels disrupted.This conversation is intended to support nervous system repair during a time that feels heavy for many, particularly within the Jewish and Bondi community.For those who want additional support, download the cortisol balance guide: https://chelseamcleod.com/anxiety-guide ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    42. Cortisol: A Busy Girl's Guide to Stress Hormones

    Is cortisol making you fat, sick and tired? Tune into this ep to find out the key signs of a cortisol imbalance, what triggers it, & what you can do about it to release puffiness and exhaustion. 👓 Grab your Blue Light Blockers using code CMHEALTH   ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    41. 97% of diets fail. This doesn't

    What if the real reason your New Year diet keeps failing is not your willpower… it is your hormones. In this episode of It’s Not You, It’s Your Hormones, Chelsea pulls back the curtain on why 97 percent of New Year resolutions fail for high achieving women and exactly what to do differently if you are tired of being part of that statistic. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    40. Thanksgiving Didn't "Make Your Fat"

    In this episode, Chelsea breaks down the real story behind holiday bloating, why the scale lies after big meals, and the deeper hormonal patterns that make high-achieving women feel like they’re “starting over” every December.You’ll hear the hilarious behind-the-scenes from her McLeod-family Thanksgiving in New Orleans, then the truth bomb that might change how you approach January forever.Book January Reset Boot Camp here: https://chelseamcleod.com/hormone-reset-kickstart ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    39. Why You Gain 5 Pounds Overnight

    What if your clothes feeling tighter isn’t weight gain… it’s your hormones talking? Meet the moment every woman knows too well: one day you feel snatched, the next you feel like a friendly marshmallow.But what if the reason wasn’t your diet… but your biology? In this episode, Chelsea breaks down the raw truth behind: • The hidden inflammation that mimics weight gain• Why your cycle shifts your size week by week• How stress makes your body hold onto water• The gut issues that add 3–10 pounds of bloat• The restaurant ingredients that cause overnight puffiness• The workouts that make you look bigger before you look toned If you’ve ever felt puffy, swollen, confused, or convinced you “gained weight” overnight, this episode will feel like breathing out for the first time.It’s not fat.It’s feedback. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    38. Your Body Is Your Business: Hannah's Story

    What if the real reason you’re snapping at your kids and running on caffeine isn’t burnout… it’s your hormones? Meet Hannah — a CEO mom of five who went from migraines, meltdowns, and midnight doomscrolling to calm, clear, and confident. After years of thinking “this is just motherhood,” she finally decided to stop surviving and start healing. 🎧 Press play to hear how she rebuilt her health, her marriage, and her sense of self — without another diet or detox. Spoiler: The secret wasn’t more hustle. It was hormones. 🤫 ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    37. The C Word

    What if the real reason chronic illness is rising isn’t genetics... it’s the terrain we’ve built? This episode is the wake-up call no one wants but every high-achieving woman needs.Because it’s not about fear, it’s about power. We talk about what it really means to build a body cancer struggles to survive in.The red flags we’ve normalized.The habits that quietly turn stress into sickness.And the choices that make prevention your best investment. 🎧 Press play if you’re ready to understand:Why your symptoms are messages, not randomWhat functional oncologists know that your doctor doesn’tAnd how to shift from “hope it doesn’t happen to me” to “I’m not building that terrain.” ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    36. Hormone imbalance vs. "just being a mom": Allie's Story

    What if the real reason you’re exhausted, snappy, and running on caffeine isn’t motherhood… it’s your hormones?Meet Allie… a Texas VP and mom of two who went from survival mode and snippy to sunny, steady, and strong. After years of hearing “your labs look normal,” she took matters into her own hands — and what happened next shocked even her doctor.🎧✨ Press play to hear the raw truth about what it’s really like to heal while raising kids, leading a team, and breaking out of burnout.And uncover the missing piece that will change everything. Spoiler Alert: It’s not hustle 🤫 ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    35. 4 Hidden Health Triggers No One’s Talking About

    What you’ll learn• The 4 terrain stressors that make disease thrive: inflammation, hypoxia, acidity, toxicity• How 7+ hours of sleep supports immune surveillance and emotional regulation• Practical ways to oxygenate your body through breath, movement, and mitochondrial support• Mouth–gut basics: stop nuking your oral microbiome, what to do instead• The mindset shift from toe-dipping to decisive, repeatable action ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    34. 3 Fitness & Health Myths Keeping Smart Women Stuck

    Tired of “just lift heavier” and “eat less” advice that leaves you wired, bloated, and stuck? This episode breaks the myth cycle and shows busy women exactly what to fix first... so results land fast and last.What's in this episode, you ask? Well buckle up because you’re about to hear…Why creatine and heavy lifting are bonuses, not foundationsCalorie deficit vs cortisol deficit and how to know which you needThe gut-repair sequence that beats daily bloat and constipationHow to get out of survival mode so your body will burn fat againThe simple meal framework that stabilizes blood sugar without trackingWhen a probiotic helps and when it makes symptoms worseThe mindset + inner-work layer that makes results stickScroll away from the TikTok health trends and find what actually works for YOU 🎧✨  BOOK YOUR 15 MINUTE HORMONE STRATEGY SESSION ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    33. Why Type A Women Need Permission to Rest

    High-achieving women don’t need more willpower - they need the right kind of rest. In this episode, Chelsea breaks down the seven rest types that restore cortisol, deepen sleep, improve digestion, and make fat loss easier without more cardio. In just twenty minutes, you’ll learn:✅ Why “performative exhaustion” wrecks hormones—and how to opt-out fast✅  The 7 types of restorative rest (only one is sleep)✅  How to schedule white space like a meeting and see energy rise in weeks✅  Sensory rest swaps that calm your nervous system in 10 minutes✅ Boundaries for “emotional dump truck” dynamics (keep your energy)✅ A simple Sabbath practice for clarity that actually sticks Tune in now! 🎧✨ Sign up for the next Hormone Reset Kickstart here. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    32. Why the Most Successful Women Are Investing in Their Health

    As a high-achieving woman, you wouldn’t bet your retirement on one stock — so why are you betting your life on willpower and cardio? In this episode, we reallocate your time, money, and energy into the asset that pays the best dividends: your hormones.   What you’ll learn (fast, no fluff):   The 20-transaction money leak audit to fund food, labs, and recovery without earning more.   Common ≠ normal: why burnout, belly fat, cravings, and insomnia are signs of dysregulation — not aging.   Order of operations: micro-habits that prime fat loss without restriction or more cardio.   Case study: Ivy-League lawyer → sleeping better by week two, down 10 lbs by week 3.5 with smarter timing and training.   ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    31. The Working Mom's Postpartum Partnership Survival Guide

    As a new mom, you’ve probably felt it: The invisible load. The resentment. The guilt that you should be happier. But the truth is… motherhood changes everything.And if you don’t have the words to explain what’s happening inside, your partner is left guessing. In this episode with matrescence coach + LinkedIn leader Sara Pantry, we dive deep into how to: ✅ Recognize the invisible load and communicate it clearly✅ Use simple scripts that stop fights before they start✅ Protect intimacy and connection when you’re exhausted✅ Understand matrescence — the “adolescence of motherhood”✅ Reconnect with your partner and yourself without guilt This is the conversation every couple needs to hear. Join the Working Mama Reset here ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    30. The True Cost of Waiting to Fix Your Hormones

    Hot girls have habits (not hacks)... so here's the 7 day reset busy women need right now...As a high-achieving woman, you don’t need more hacks—you need habits that actually fit your life. In this episode, Chelsea explains why “busy” is the best time to start, how to stop perfectionism from stalling progress, and the exact order of operations for women 35+: balance hormones first, then pursue fat loss. Here's what you’ll learn (fast):✅ The hidden cost of waiting and why delay compounds symptoms (energy, sleep, cravings, weight)✅ Balance-then-burn: the real sequence for sustainable results after 35✅ How “train at mountain level” habits make real-life maintenance easy✅ Perfectionism vs. directional correctness (and how to actually move)✅ The 7-Day Hormone Reset Kickstart: boulders, not pebbles—so you feel better by next weekTune in now! 🎧✨Join the 7-Day Hormone Reset Kickstart (limited spots; $97) 👉🏻 JOIN HERE  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    29. You Can Love Your Body & Still Want It to Change: The Hormone-First Path to Sustainable Weight Loss

    Is it possible to truly love your body but also want it to change? Let's unpack body positivity and hormone health for millennial women.In twenty minutes, here's what you're going to learn... ✅ The millennial paradox: Cosmo diets vs body positivity—and how to opt out of shame✅ Common ≠ normal: the symptom checklist (2–3am wakeups, cravings, brain fog, hair loss, water retention, belly fat) that signals hormonal dysregulation✅ The 4 markers of a “feel like you” body (no obsession, trusted cues, repeatable meals, safety in your skin)✅ Six high-impact resets to drop bloat, calm cravings, and move the scale without restriction✅ Accountability vs information: the missing lever for busy, driven womenTune in now! 🎧✨Save your seat in the 30 Day Hormone Reset Kickstart here 👉🏻 START SEEING RESULTS ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    28. 2 Brutal Truths Women Need to Hear About the Gym

    Feeling judged at the gym and stuck in your results is not a willpower problem. It is a sequence problem. In this episode, Chelsea explains why the gym is a results amplifier after hormones and the nervous system are balanced, how to identify when your body is not ready for more training, and the exact order to get responsive again.What you will learn✅ Why “just work out more” stalls progress when stress and sleep are off✅ The exact order of operations to calm anxiety and make your body responsive✅ How clients lose 15 to 25 pounds before adding formal training✅ When to reintroduce strength so the gym finally pays dividends✅ Simple day one actions for energy, cravings, and midsection changeCheck out recommended electrolytes and daily essential supplements here.Save your seat in the 6 month Healthy Hustle Hormone Reset Program  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    27. Back in a Bikini & Food Freedom at 38 with 2 Kids: Morgan's Hormone Healing Journey

    Back in a bikini at 38 — with 2 kids. MJ is a therapist, mom of two, and former college athlete who thought exhaustion was just part of mom life. But inside the Healthy Hustle Hormone Reset, she discovered how much better life could feel — without rigid diets or restriction. In this episode, we cover:✅ Why “survival mode” feels normal for moms — and how to get out of it✅ How MJ ditched cravings, bloating, and burnout without cutting everything out✅ The mindset shift from perfectionism → flexible, sustainable habits✅ What happened when she went to France, gained weight, and bounced back fast✅ How her kids noticed the difference and began copying her healthy habits✅ The surprising role hormones play in confidence, boundaries, and even parenting This isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about becoming the kind of woman who thrives — at work, at home, and yes, even on vacation in Vegas. Listen now and start your own transformation. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    26. Ibiza Detox: How to Reset After a Bender

    Five nights of lasers, vodka sodas, and 6 a.m. finishes… yet my hormones didn’t crash. How? The cheat codes. In this episode, I share the exact protocols I used (and give my clients) to bounce back after late nights, stress, and not-so-healthy food. What’s inside:✅ The supplement stack to calm your nervous system and sleep better✅ How to reset your circadian rhythm after nights with no sleep✅ The fastest ways to detox your liver & drain your lymph✅ Foods that naturally boost dopamine & serotonin post-party✅ How to hydrate properly (beyond just water) and keep puffiness down✅ Why mitochondria support is non-negotiable after a bender Ready to feel human again after chaos? Press play now. Click here to get your Rave Reset  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    25. Busy Girl Meal Prep Hacks

    As a busy woman, you don’t have hours to waste in the kitchen — and you definitely don’t need another sad, soggy Mason jar salad. What you need is a system. And that’s exactly what we’re breaking down today. In this episode of It’s Not You, It’s Your Hormones, I’m giving you my best hacks for stress-free, hormone-friendly meal prep that keeps you full, balanced, and bloat-free. In just 20 minutes, you'll learn...✅ Why “we don’t cook, we assemble” is the #1 mindset shift you need✅ The Busy Girl Bowl formula — a 10-minute lunch that actually fuels you✅ How to avoid the 3pm crash without living on caffeine✅ Why hacks are cute… but systems are what actually stick✅ Real client results from breaking the diet-starts-Monday cycle Ready to ditch decision fatigue and eat like the high performer you are? Tune in now! 🎧✨ Book a Hormone Reset Strategy Session here Save your seat in the 6 month Healthy Hustle Hormone Reset Program  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    24. Why High Achievers Struggle the Most with Fat Loss

    As women, we were set up to excel in school, crush our careers, and manage everything life throws at us… except our own bodies. No one taught us how to work with our hormones, support our nervous system, or fuel ourselves for the demands we face. Until now. In this episode, I’m giving you the real health class we should have had in school — the one that changes how you look, feel, and operate.✅ The four hormone truths that every woman needs to know✅ How to eat, train, and recover with your cycle✅ Why high performers are the best at staying stuck✅ The hidden role of cortisol, blood sugar, and inflammation in burnout and weight gain✅ The first three steps to reset your hormones 🎧 Listen now and start applying the cheat code. Book your Hormone Reset Strategy Session hereJoin the 6-Month Healthy Hustle Hormone Reset Program hereSign up for Natural Cycles here  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    23. Bloating: Fix Your Gut for Good

    Bloating isn’t random — it’s your gut waving a white flag.If you’ve ever looked 4 months pregnant after a kale salad, prayed for a vacation poop that never came, or tried “healthy” fixes like probiotics only to feel worse…this episode is for you. In under 16 minutes, we’ll cover:✅ The 3 most common root causes of bloating (and how to know which one you have)✅ Why probiotics can make you worse — and what to do instead✅ The gut–hormone–mood connection that changes everything✅ Daily habits that sabotage your digestion (and what to do instead)✅ Hannah’s story — from daily gut misery to losing 23 lbs and getting her sparkle back Ready to fix the root cause and get your gut (and body) back? B›uckle up and press play. 🎧✨ Book a Hormone Reset Strategy Session here Or save your seat in the 6 Month Healthy Hustle Hormone Reset Program Then get your Gut Friendly Supplements here ✨👉🏻 P.S. Check with your doctor before adding any supplements. This is not medical advice.   ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    22. Ozempic: The Truth No One's Talking About

    Ozempic. Semaglutide. GLP-1s. You’ve seen the headlines. The celebrities. The results. But here’s what no one is talking about:→ The hormone havoc behind the scenes→ The muscle loss and metabolic rebound→ The emotional disconnection it creates As a high-performing woman, you don’t want quick fixes.You want sustainable results. And this episode is your no-BS guide to understanding what Ozempic really does — and how to heal without it. We'll be breaking down... ✅ How GLP-1s work and what they were originally created for✅ Why they’re NOT building metabolism (and how to fix it instead)✅ Natural supplements that mimic GLP without destroying your gutAnd more...  So if you're Ozempic curious, skeptical, or just want to know what the buzz is all about, this is for YOU. Buckle up and press play. 🎧✨ ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    21. Couples Therapy: Is Your Glow-Up Triggering Your Partner?

    You’re finally feeling better. The scale’s moving. You’ve stopped eating dinner from the pantry. You’re skipping happy hour, drinking water, and actually sleeping.But now your partner’s giving you side-eye.Whether you’re with a husband, wife, girlfriend, boyfriend, or your emotionally unavailable ex who still sends "u up?" texts... the pattern is the same:→ Your change triggers their fear.→ Their fear makes you question your growth.→ You start wondering if you have to choose between results… and your relationship.In this episode, we break down:✅ Why your healthy habits feel like a threat to your partner (even if you never said a word)✅ What happens in lesbian relationships when one woman starts changing and the other panics✅ Scripts for how to hold your boundaries without picking a fight✅ Why guilt shows up when you start to feel good — and how to move through it✅ How to evolve without stalling your transformation or your connectionThis is not couples therapy... But it might save your relationship anyway. So buckle up and press play  🎧✨ 🎯 Book a Hormone Reset Strategy Session🎯 Save your seat in the 6-Month Healthy Hustle Hormone Reset Program  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    20. Healthy Travel Hacks: Catch Flights, Not Fatigue

    As a high-achieving woman, you're no stranger to crushing challenges in your career and life. But when it comes to travel plans.. your hormones decide to throw a "hot mess express" party. Bloating, fatigue, gut issues, and that inevitable feeling of unraveling – we've all been there. But what if I told you that you can catch flights without catching fatigue, and even come back from your trip feeling snatched and energized? Yep, it's possible, and I'm about to spill the real tea.What's in this episode? Well, I'm glad you asked. In under 30 minutes, we're breaking down...Why traditional travel habits sabotage your hormones and leave you feeling like a deflated balloon.How to hack your airport experience with Chelsea-approved, no-BS food choices that won't leave you looking like a blowfish.How to beat jet lag in under 24 hours and keep your gut happy (even in Bali!).Ready to upgrade your travel game and show your hormones who's boss? Tune in now! 🎧✨ Remember to get the "Travel Hacks Guide" HERE ✈️✨ ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    19. Grief Weight: How Your Body & Hormones Change After Loss

    If your body changed after a breakup, a loss, or even a job change or move, and nothing has worked since, this might be why. In this episode of "It's Not You, It's Your Hormones," we’re getting real about grief and loss. Chelsea is diving into how unacknowledged grief, especially ambiguous loss, wreaks havoc on your hormones, leading to stubborn weight, exhaustion, brain fog, and more. You'll learn the exact protocols your body needs to finally release stuck weight and heal, moving from chronic survival mode to safety... and lasting transformation.This isn't about willpower; it's about understanding why your body is protecting you and giving it what it truly needs to let go. Discover the strategies to support your adrenals, rebalance your blood sugar, and create the safety your nervous system craves. Ready to stop spinning your wheels and reclaim your body, energy, and peace? Listen now! 🎧✨P.S. Get access to the Sleep Mini Course here! ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    18. Single & Not Settling: Navigating Wedding Season

    In this episode, Chelsea McLeod discusses the challenges of navigating wedding season, particularly for single women. She highlights the emotional and hormonal impacts of attending multiple weddings, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on how to manage stress and maintain hormonal balance. Chelsea offers practical tips for self-care during this hectic time, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, staying hydrated, and processing emotions. The conversation also touches on the significance of personal growth and the journey towards finding a meaningful relationship.Cliff Notes:Weddings can be overwhelming and affect hormonal health.Setting boundaries for wedding invitations is crucial.Emotional triggers can surface during wedding season.Hydration is key to managing stress and hormones.Balancing blood sugar helps prevent crashes at events.Journaling can help identify core distressing emotions.Understanding your emotions is vital for overall well-being.Personal growth changes how we view relationships and marriage.It's important to prioritize self-care during busy seasons.Seeking support can lead to better hormonal health. ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    17. Hyrox & Hunger Hormones

    Are you the kind of badass woman who crushes intense workouts, but then comes home and eats everything in sight? 😩 If so, you're not alone, and it's not a willpower issue. Chelsea's fresh off her Hyrox training and here to drop some no-BS truth bombs about why your intense efforts might be making you feel hungrier, moodier, and even gaining weight. It's time to stop fighting your body and start understanding its signals.What's in this episode? I'm glad you asked. In less than 20 minutes, you’ll hear…Why excessive high-intensity exercise, especially at the wrong time of your cycle, can send your stress and hunger hormones into a tailspin, leading to insatiable cravings and stubborn weight gain.The difference between "consistency" and "sustainability" when it comes to workouts, and how matching your training to your unique 28-day hormonal cycle is the game-changer for real results.The sneaky ways your nervous system's "fight or flight" mode prioritizes survival over fat loss, and how simple nervous system safety rituals can unlock your body's healing potential.How to rebalance key hunger hormones like ghrelin, leptin, cortisol, and insulin, so you can finally break the cycle of over-exercising and overeating, and feel in control of your appetite.Ready to stop punishing your body and start partnering with it for lasting results? Tune in to get the real tea on optimizing your workouts for hormonal harmony. 🎧✨ ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    16. Why Smart, Successful People Feel Like Sh*t

    If you're a high-achieving woman who's crushing it in every area of your life – scaling the corporate ladder, building an empire, juggling motherhood, or dominating your sport – but you secretly feel like hot garbage, this episode is your wake-up call. You're not lazy, you're not broken, and it's definitely not "all in your head." Chelsea's here to drop some serious truth bombs about why your unparalleled effort isn't matching your dwindling energy, stubborn weight, or constant burnout.What's in this episode? Well, in under 30 minutes you're going to hear... Why modern corporate culture, our food system, and everyday toxic exposures are fundamentally misaligned with women's hormonal health, causing smart women to feel awful.The sneaky ways birth control can deplete essential nutrients and suppress your natural cycle, contributing to hormonal chaos and making you feel moody and exhausted years later.How the "invisible load" of unpaid labor and relentless pressure is physiologically breaking high-performing women, impacting everything from fat loss to fertility.The critical shift from unsustainable "consistency" to cycle-aligned "sustainability," revealing how to optimize your energy, nutrition, and even your workouts based on your unique hormonal rhythm.Ready to stop guessing and get the elite protocols you need to feel as incredible as you are successful? Tune in to learn how to hack your health and unleash your true energetic capacity. 🎧✨ Grab your Zero Water - Filter Pitcher and Filter Replacements here!  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    15. PCOS: How To Deal

    Chin hair, hair loss, raging hunger, or a missing cycle? Buckle up, because you're about to get some serious truth bombs about PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). This isn't just about a few annoying symptoms; it's a complex metabolic and immune issue that’s been wildly misunderstood, keeping you from getting back to thriving and feeling good. What's in this episode, you ask? Well, in 33 minutes you're going to hear...Why PCOS is far more than just a hormonal imbalance – it's a complex metabolic, immune, and blood sugar issue that requires a holistic approach, not just quick fixes.The sneaky signs and root causes of PCOS, including insulin resistance, androgen dominance, gut health disruptions, and the pervasive impact of chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation.How to strategically adjust your nutrition, manage blood sugar, and reduce inflammation, moving beyond generic advice to empower your body's natural healing capabilities.The deeper emotional and energetic roots of PCOS, revealing why sustained physical healing often requires addressing underlying trauma, limiting beliefs, and chronic survival mode.Ready to stop feeling like your body is fighting against you and start healing from the inside out? Tune in to get the real tea on PCOS and how to take back control. 🎧✨ Listen to the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Blueprint podcast episode mentioned in this ep here.  ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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    14. Endometriosis 101: Root Causes & Resolution

    If your period feels like a gang initiation, your bloating looks like a second trimester pregnancy, and you're tired of being told it's "just stress," listen up. I'm here to tell you: you are NOT dramatic, you are NOT lazy, and you are definitely NOT alone if you're battling endometriosis. This episode is your no-BS guide to understanding this endometriosis and how to actually resolve it, not just put a band-aid over it. What's in this episode, you ask? Well buckle up because in less than 25 minutes, you're going to hear... Why endometriosis is far more than just a hormonal issue; it's a complex, systemic condition impacting your immune system, gut, detox pathways, and even past emotional trauma.The common culprits and root causes of endometriosis, including estrogen dominance, immune dysregulation, gut imbalances, and nervous system overdrive, which traditional medicine often overlooks.How to begin calming the inflammation storm and supporting your body's natural healing processes with actionable steps like castor oil packs, strategic dietary changes, and auditing your toxic exposures.Why true, lasting healing for endometriosis requires a holistic, full-body approach that addresses chronic inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, hormone metabolism, and deeply stored emotional patterns.Ready to stop tolerating symptoms and start creating a path to real transformation? Tune in and learn how to get to the root of your endometriosis for a life of comfort and confidence. 🎧✨ ☀️ For even more hormone healing & down and dirty tips to release weight and feel amaze, let’s connect on Instagram,  TikTok, & LinkedIn ✨ Grab your Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss  Ready to figure out if your hormones are at the root of your weight loss, energy, sleep, or cravings struggle? Let's find out if it's your hormones and give you the first step to fix it.📞 Book a Hormone Reset Call and crack the code behind your symptoms to see if hormone are at the root and get your first action step to fix it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

It's Not You, It's Your Hormones podcast is hosted by Chelsea McLeod, a corporate dropout turned Integrative Health Practitioner. She helps busy, driven women release weight and feel amazing by balancing hormones and fixing gut issues. Healthy Hustle Method is for women who want results without endless cardio or fad diets. Chelsea combines her unique background as a corporate director, cycle instructor, former college athlete, and results-driven practitioner to bring you cutting-edge, no-fluff science-backed strategies. Join Chelsea each week for a mindful and balanced discussion on how you can better understand your symptoms and what you can do about it. Do you ever feel like your body is speaking a language you can’t understand? Whether you’re experiencing weight gain, fatigue, poor sleep, energy crashes, cravings, hair loss or changes in mood or feeling anxious, you will learn first steps in healing your hormones so you can look and feel amazing. Chelsea cuts through t

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