Hale Fitness Podcast

Jay Williams

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Coach Jay and the Hale Fitness team talk about fitness, strength, nutrition, longevity, community, and living a better life.

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127 episodes

From the ER to the gym, working out changed my life

Find out how Reina went from the ER to becoming a "gym person" Need help getting in shape? Sign up for an assessment and get your own fitness plan at https://halefitness.com

17m
Dec 15, 2023
7 TIPS to NOT gain weight during the holidays - Episode 131

The holidays are coming up! For many that means forgetting about their goals and binging. In this episode, we go over strategies to both ENJOY the holidays and still see GAINS! 🏃🏻‍♂️ How to eat apple pie and keep moving 🍪 Cookies are good for the soul 🍗 How to not skip on the protein and more..... Full video here - https://youtu.be/nlyHJqUhACg

15m
Nov 17, 2023
This woman is proof you can get strong at any age - Episode 130

Gloria was tired of not having the life she wanted. She came in wanting to make a change; she lift her arms above her head, she felt weak, out of shape and wanted more out of life. Now at 71, she can climb a rope, lift weights and do more than she ever could. In this special episode, we tell her story.  💪🏻Getting strong after 70 🏃🏻‍♂️Being fitter than a lot 20 year olds 💯Overcoming lifes obstacles and more.... Video episode here - https://youtu.be/uleeDadkHDM

37m
Nov 10, 2023
From depressed to gym rat, I turned my life around - Episode 129

RD wanted to make a change. She was depressed, felt like she had very little control and finally decided to do something about it.  In this episode RD tells us how she went from feeling like she didnt have any control to taking her life back. 💪🏻 Learning to do pull ups like Magic Mike 🏃🏻‍♂️Overcoming depression 💯Learning to take control of your life and more.....

42m
Nov 02, 2023
I quit Alcohol for 100 days, here's what I learned - Episode 128

Alcohol is one thing people just cant seem to want to quit.  So Coach Jay decided to stop drinking for 100 days to see what it was like, and in this episode he tells you all about his experience! 🍻The power of saying no 🍷Explaining the fear around getting rid of drinking 🥃Your brain on alcohol and more.... Full video episode here - https://youtu.be/W-qKg1JrRQA

1h 7m
Oct 05, 2023
You won't stop emotional eating until you understand this - Episode 127

Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? All reasons why you might start emotional eating. If you make food your main dopamine source, itll become your baseline and this is what ends up keeping you in the nasty loop of regret, self-doubt and self-criticism.  In this episode, the coaches go over how to tackle emotional eating, and why its important to understand it, before you try and stop it. 🏋🏽‍♀️Learning self-love 🚩Learning when to stop and how 💪🏽How to finally break the cycle and more..... Full video episode here - https://youtu.be/cq_qQCKELLo

1h 1m
Sep 21, 2023
Managing work-life Balance - Episode 126

The number 1 complaint we hear from our client is  "Work is killing me." We can help you with that. In this episode, the coaches break down work-life balance and help you understand how to overcome the mental roadblocks keeping you from getting to your goals. 🏋🏽‍♀️Staying on track 📓The power of journaling 🚩What to look out for and more... full video episode here - https://youtu.be/diEHLS__cAk

32m
Sep 14, 2023
How to avoid burnout at the gym - Episode 125

Dont feel like going to the gym? Burnout affects everyone differently, the important thing, is that you do something about it. In this episode, the coaches go through what keeps them going, even if they dont want to. 🏋🏽‍♀️Pushing beyond your limits ❤Its ok to rest 📅Make the next day, the best day And more... full video episode here - https://youtu.be/wV5VYghGw64

40m
Sep 07, 2023
Trying to lose weight? Here's step one - Episode 124

Where do I start? is the most common question we hear from folks trying to lose weight. Stop making it so hard on yourself! In this episode, we go over tracking your food, how to make it simple and why its so important! 🏋🏽‍♀️Everything you should be tracking 💪🏽Why it works 🔥Why its easier than you think And more.... full episode here - https://youtu.be/Q1CiIUt1Xg4

35m
Aug 31, 2023
What we learned about losing weight during menopause - Episode 123

Menopause is scary. You feel like you cant lose weight, you are bloated, things are changing. But it doesnt have to be like this. Coach Jay and Heidi go over what weve learned after many years of experience helping women feel their best again 💪🏽Accepting your body 🔥Learning how to feel great again 🏋🏽‍♀️Getting control back And more.... Full video here - https://youtu.be/fKsHw8_T4Wk

42m
Aug 24, 2023
Coming back stronger after an injury - Episode 122

Recovering from an injury is difficult. The worst part may not even be the physical aspect of it, but the mental one. In this episode, Coach Rebecca shares her injury recovery story and how she had to overcome some real challenges to be able to go beyond where she was before. 🏋🏽‍♀️Coming back stronger than ever 🔥Breaking your own beliefs 💪🏽Finding the courage to push forward and more.... full video here - https://youtu.be/ApOJufwP21c

43m
Aug 17, 2023
Never make an excuse again - Episode 121

Ever catch yourself making excuse after excuse? Feel like you are never getting anywhere but you arent looking at the big picture of WHY you arent where you want to be?  In this episode, we go over how and why you are making excuses that are stopping you from getting where you want to be. (And how to never make an excuse again) 💪🏽Problems arent eternal 🏋🏽‍♀️You are stopping yourself 🔥Keep going through the fire and the flames and more.... full episode here - https://youtu.be/ijsCBNWJ0Cc

43m
Aug 10, 2023
Is CrossFit dangerous? - Episode 120

Have you ever been scared to try something new? There is a stigma around CrossFit that its dangerous. That it promotes unhealthy and unnatural movements. Today, were here to bust that myth and talk about the reality of how "dangerous" CrossFit really is.  💪🏽 What is actually dangerous? 🏋🏽‍♀️ The reality of crossfit 🚩Coming to terms with your own limitations and more.... full episode here - https://youtu.be/bRVEgl75nwE

33m
Aug 03, 2023
The truth around fasting - Episode 119

Have you ever tried fasting? Ever try actually looking into fasting and what it can or cant do for you? In this episode, Coach Jay and the gang go over their experiences with fasting and help you learn the truth behind it.  🔥 What its like to do a 36 hour fast 🚩What not to do ruing a fast 🤔Does fasting actually work? and more... Full video episode here - https://youtu.be/J4rZ3UD4Thk

40m
Jul 27, 2023
6 Beliefs keeping you from losing weight - Episode 118

Think you are doing everything right and just arent losing any weight? You are working your butt off but seeing 0 results, but you swear that everything you are doing is right. In this episode, the coaches discuss the most common beliefs people have that are stopping them from losing weight. 🍕Why you shouldnt just eat salads 🏋🏽‍♀️Weightlifting is better for you than you think ⌚Its not as easy as it seems and more..... full episode here - https://youtu.be/JVHqcNr_mug

38m
Jul 20, 2023
Successful people ask for help - Episode 117

Something unexpected come up and feel like you have to take on the world on your own? The most successful people in the world are not islands. Everyone needs help. In this episode, we discuss when we ask for help and how we try and help the people around us. ❤Being there for someone 🏋🏽‍♀️Asking for help is a skill 🔥Getting more done as a team and more... full episode - https://youtu.be/yf022WVLD9M

32m
Jul 13, 2023
6 mistakes holding you back from losing weight - Episode 116

Working out EVERY DAY and not losing weight? Lifting to failure and then not being able to continue? In this episode, Coach Jay and Heidi, go over some of the most common mistakes people make that are keeping them from losing weight. 💪🏽Are you lifting enough? 🏃🏽‍♀️When cardio becomes too much cardio 🍕You are not eating enough and more..... Full episode here - https://youtu.be/qczfBQcGyYA

24m
Jul 06, 2023
What to do when things don't go as planned - Episode 115

Have you ever stepped on a scale, only to realize that youve actually gained weight? Lost a bunch of fat only to a few months later see yourself back where you started? In this episode, Coach Jay and the crew go over how to overcome when things dont go as planned, and why you need to going! 🏋🏽‍♀️ The power of consistency  📓Defining success ⚖Being ok with Losing and more.... Full episode here - https://youtu.be/4bmyic_kBrY

43m
Jun 29, 2023
The truth about menstrual cycles, diet, workouts and progress - Episode 114

You’re PMSing, you’ve eaten a pint of ice cream, and all you want to do is take a bath and a nap. You’re not imagining things—your body has different demands during your cycle, and managing through that may be one of the biggest performance and life hacks we know. The coaches sat down to nerd out about periods and how to adjust training and nutrition around that ‘time of the month.’ 📅Why you should care about your menstrual cycle 🏋🏽‍♀️Strategies to train through the weeks when your energy dips 💪🏽How to eat to feel and perform better based on your cycle and more... Full Episode here - https://youtu.be/LqXLoQ50jZY

39m
Jun 22, 2023
How many times do you have to fail? - Episode 113

Ever get tired of trying to do something and just never getting anywhere? Think youve done it all, but your goal is just never within arms reach. Coach Jay and the gang go over how many times theyve failed and shed some perspective on what its like when you finally cross the line, and get what youve been working so hard to get! 🏀The power of repetition 🏋🏽‍♀️Being patient pays off 👉🏽The real value of results 💪🏽Finding out whats actually stopping you and more.... full episode here - https://youtu.be/m0bgUvUmLWM

36m
Jun 15, 2023
How to change your behavior - Episode 112

How do you actually get to live your dreams? We all have things we do that stop us from getting there! Today, we go over the process that we use to get to our goals and CRUSH them.  🏋🏽‍♀️Forming better habits 👉🏽Becoming the author of your own story 📓How to actually get started 🔥Setting yourself up for success and more.... Full episode here - https://youtu.be/DsQH9SP6dRU

43m
Jun 08, 2023
What causes eating disorders w/ Chelsea Worrell - Episode 111

Eating disorders are generally a bundle of issues coming together to create a bigger problem. Today, a special guest, we bring Chelsey Worrel who is an expert in clinical psychology and works with adolescents with eating disorders to ask her about her work with kids, and some of the reasons for ED and how they start treatment. 🏥 Different stages of eating disorders? 📓 What are the causes of eating disorders? 🏋🏽‍♀️ How to start the road to recovery ❤ Starting a new life after ED and more.... Full episode here - https://youtu.be/vvA8rZv0N6k

38m
Jun 01, 2023
When you've tried everything and failed - Episode 110

Have you ever started something and then got stuck? Wanted to push 1 more lift but just dropped the bar and got stuck?  In this episode, we review how we push ourselves and our clients forward! 👉🏽 Is what you are doing serving you? 🏀 How to handle running into the same problem 🏋🏽‍♀️ The real power of protecting your mindset ❤ Remind yourself that you CAN do it and more....  full episode here - https://youtu.be/-cOHm2Y5rg8

43m
May 25, 2023
The right coach can change your life - episode 109

Have you ever looked for a hack for anything? Getting the right coach is basically a cheat code, to get what you want. In this episode, we go over the secret sauce of how we can help you overcome your hurdles and achieve anything... 💪🏽Why its easier to start than you may think 📓 Getting into a positive feedback look 🏋🏽‍♀️ Getting the most out of your relationship with your coach 👑 The cheat code to succeeding in anything and more... Video episode here -  https://youtu.be/qjJAalaH6-k

44m
May 18, 2023
How to set up your environment to support your goals - Episode 108

Are those lucky charms tempting you? Setting yourself up for success is everything, especially when you want to lose weight. In this episode, we talk about our secrets to making sure your environment isnt whats stopping you from getting lean and losing weight. 🍕 How to avoid the temptation to eat junk food 🏋🏽‍♀️ Making your environment keep you on track 👉🏽 How to get the support you need from your roomates 🔥 Continuing to enjoy your life and more... Full episode here - https://youtu.be/Ol2nvlJnYUk

33m
May 11, 2023
4 traits of a Great Coach - Episode 107

Coach Mike, Rebecca, and Jay go over what they want out of the coaches they hire and go in-depth into what it takes to be a truly great coach.  📓 Why coaches need to have specialty 💪🏽 Why coaches need other coaches 👉🏽 What you need to look for when you hire a coach 🤜🏽 The fastest way to get closer to your goals And more.... Full episode here - https://youtu.be/j1g2YiXT04w

40m
May 04, 2023
How I found freedom after 10 years of living with an eating disorder - Episode 106

Katie struggled for 10 years with anorexia and bulimia..... She shares her journey of spending a month in intensive care, how she recovered, and why she is so passionate about becoming a coach. 👉🏽How much harm eating disorders can do to you 👌🏽 Finding a way to manage your eating vs your emotions ❤ You are not alone 🤜🏽Recovery is different for everyone And more... Full episode here - https://youtu.be/B2huEgXJ0QE

52m
Apr 27, 2023
What to do when you get hurt - Episode 105

Have you ever been working out and then something snaps? Getting hurt is awful and its not something that is easy to recover from. In this episode, well cover a wide range of topics around injury prevention and recovery... 👉🏽How to talk to your coach and not have to google your recovery 👉🏽How to look at your before-rehab and after-rehab performance 👉🏽The importance of not quitting 👉🏽Why its important to not ride a bike down a hill at 40 miles an hour and a lot more..... Full Episode here -  https://youtu.be/DQffcCB_GNw

37m
Apr 19, 2023
Lift weights without getting hurt - How to scale a workout - Episode 104

Ever feel like your shoulder hurts and you are afraid to lift? Or do a movement that might flare up your knee or back? Coach Jay and Heidi go over SCALING and how scaling can help you take your workouts to the next level.

28m
Apr 13, 2023
How I lost 30 lbs - Episode 103

We all have something we want to strive for, and sometimes that thing is getting in the best shape of our lives. In this episode Coach Jay talks about how he took it up a notch and turned the dial up to 11 and lost an extra 30lbs, in order to get into the best shape hes ever been. 

48m
Apr 06, 2023