Best Ruby Cherie Evidence Based Transformation Coach Nutrition Expert Podcasts (2025)

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431; why progress feels so hard; training mistakes, carbs VS fat loss, building lean VS getting bulky + the mindset shift you need - anti-fitness wank3ry w/ brandon 1:06:23

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why does progress feel so hard? because you’ve been training hard but not training right. you’ve been scared of carbs, stuck in diet cycles, and chasing quick fixes that leave you burned out. in this episode, we dive into the training mistakes you don’t even know you’re making, the truth about carbs vs fat loss, and how building lean muscle—not avo…

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430/ building muscle after 40: peri-menopause, carbs, hormones & why eating more is the missing piece w/ Brandon DaCruz 1:08:52

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how to finally build the body you want withoutstarving you’ve been told to eat less, cut carbs, and do more cardio if you want to “tone up.” but here’s the truth: all that did waskeep you small, flat, and stuck spinning your wheels. this episode is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. brandon da cruz and i go deep on why women over 30—espec…

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429/ why your body isn't changing, even when you give 100% - 3 things you CANT skip if you want to build more muscle tone; anti fitness wank3ry w/ brandon 56:46

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glutes not growing? body shape not changing? all the effort and still not progressing how youshould? here’s why your body feels stuck even when you’redoing everything right & the mistake that makes women stay in fat loss modeforever (its why slashing cals stopped working even though it used to) what i mean wheni say: “your lifts should feel like wo…

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428/ tired of dieting? how eating more, lifting heavier + ditching the scale gave her energy, confidence + real results (and how you can get there too) 42:49

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tired of dieting? ready to see what happens when you eat more, lift heavier + stronger, and stop chasing diets or the scale? feeling so tied up in it all? you’ve been told to eat less, train harder, and diet. but what if that’s exactly why you’re stuck? You've only known the scale as a way to gauge progress. Not measures of true change. Not ones fo…

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#427; is your training building muscle or just burning you out? how do you know you're really progressing & what is heavy enough? how to train at any age; brandon x ruby series 56:12

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are your workouts building the body you want—or just burning you out? in this ep, brandon and i rip into how to ACTUALLY train for the results you want, how to work with any setbacks that could hold you back from training a certain way and we dig into the real reason your body isn’t responding. what do most women get wrong about training intensity,…

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426/ carbs, blood sugar, insulin resistance & stubborn fat: the metabolic reboot that broke the diet cycle for Kim. from exhaustion to food freedom, energy + confidence 52:44

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kim’s story is a full-body exhale for anyone who still thinks carbs = chaos. from fearing fruit to fueling with sourdough and building actual muscle definition, she learned the hard way what most women never get taught: carbs aren’t earned, they’re essential. years of diet culture made her world smaller—and how lifting, smart fueling, and brick-by-…

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#425; not seeing progress in your strength training? here's why + practical tips to save you energy + stress | ruby x brandon: look like you lift series 47:10

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this episode might ruffle some feathers because we’re calling out the stuff that’s keeping women stuck: obsessing over glute circuits, chasing 12 reps like it’s magic, and thinking you’re training hard when really…you’re just underfed, overwhelmed, and your program isnt designed for progress, just fatigue So while your training might be the problem…

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#424; the moment it clicked: how Leanne ended years of diet struggle + finally got real results (from all or nothing to freedom) 1:21:13

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tired of starting over every monday? stuck obsessing over your belly, your calories, your clothes feeling tight — even when you’re “doing everything right”? this episode is for the woman who’s: -scared to eat more because she’s afraid of gaining -frustrated by her “fluffy” midsection no matter how hard she trains -constantly comparing herself to ol…

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423; why food feels so hard (even when you’re trying to eat “better”) - food freedom requires this 33:33

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if you’ve ever said “i just want to feel normal around food” — this episode’s for you. because chances are… the reason food feels so exhausting isn’t because you’ve done it wrong — it’s because you’ve only ever learned restriction, chaos, or performative balance. if food feels like pressure, you’re doing it backwards feel like food is way harder th…

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#422; over 35? what you need to know about hormones, building muscle tone + metabolism (+ why your diet & training isnt working) w/ Kitty Blomfield 59:58

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muscle is your metabolism. carbs are your fuel. and strength is your ticket out of the cycle. this ep is everything women need to hear about body change. this episode is for every woman who’s been told to eat less, do more, and just “try harder.” you’re not failing—your strategy is. and in this no-bs convo with my girl kitty, we break down why your…

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#421- fat loss IS harder when you’re over 35, petite, or peri menopausal + here’s what actually fixes it 24:01

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feel like nothing worksanymore? you're eating “healthy,”training hard, and doing all the “right” things—but your body just isn’tchanging the way it used to. if you’ve ever said “i’m doingeverything right, and nothing’s working”—this episode is going to hit hard. fat loss is harder whenyou’re overstressed, under-recovered. , or spent years in a defi…

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#420 -Chris Liddle. building resilience + finding joy in the process; boundaries, comparison traps, social media noise, misalignment, redefining success + more 1:35:17

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Do you need a new lens? Are you feeling fulfilled in your journey? Or resentment? Are you lit up by your life? hard work… working hard… discipline – the REAL problem is HOW you’ve been using all 3 its time to redefine what “results” mean based on who you want to become, not what you're afraid to lose. chris liddle and i unpack the hidden cost of hu…

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#419; is your training progressing? the realities of progress + what 95% of women get wrong which is where you get stuck 28:44

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no one ever taught you how to track this part of progress. in this episode, i unpack the realities of progress — from strength gains to body recomposition — and why most women throw away the phase their body needs most. → what progress actually looks + feels like when the numbers stall → how strength can increase without building muscle (and why th…

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#418; anti-fitness wank3ry; fat loss + muscle building goals? here’s why your training isn't working and why you stopped progressing FT. TOM!! 48:12

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you’re lifting. you’re tracking. you’re trying. but your body’s like… “nah.” this episode is for the women chasing fat loss and musclegrowth—but not getting either. tom and i talk through the sneaky reasons your training isn’t translating toresults. not because you’re not working hard—but because you’re stuck in thein-between: not quite cutting, no…

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#417; your glute training isn’t working + here’s why (training hard isn’t enough) 33:59

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if you’ve ever looked in the mirror and wondered: “why am i training so much… and still look the same?” its not about showing up… but HOW you show up in this episode, i break down the exact blueprint i use with clients to go from “why am i not seeing changes?” to “holy shit, i actually look like i train now.” this episode will shift the way you see…

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#416; Nikias - the missing elements of building muscle you need to understand – our personal experiences + realisations 56:55

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Summary In this episode, Ruby and Nikias discuss the often overlooked aspects of muscle building compared to fat loss. They explore the psychological challenges faced during bulking phases, the importance of tracking progress through training metrics rather than physical measurements, and share personal experiences that highlight the need for patie…

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ep #415; results drive motivation… so what happens when you arent getting results? (this sneaky trap is why your effort isnt working) 20:16

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the effort trap no one talks about you’re showing up. tracking. trying harder than ever. but your body? not responding. and that kills your motivation faster than anything. what happens when you’re doing all the things… and your body still isn’tchanging? you don’t just lose motivation. you lose trust. in your process. in your body. in yourself. thi…

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#414; brandon smith - this changed EVERYTHING I thought I knew about my goal body (fat loss + building muscle) are you getting it wrong too? 1:49:46

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most women think they need to eat less and do more to get lean. but what if the thing you're chasing — that lean, strong, defined look — actually requires more food, heavier lifting, and a different version of progress tracking than what you've been taught? in this episode, i sit down with brandon smith to unpack the difference between what women t…

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#413; what should my macros be? the truth no one tells women over 35 (+ why calculators keep you stuck) 29:04

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feel like you’ve tried every macro calculator, but still don’t know what you should actually be eating? what if you’ve been asking the wrong question this whole time? because if you think the solution is just finding the right macro ratio or calorie target, i’m going to show you why that’s actually what’s keeping you stuck. in this episode, we’re n…

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#412 Kelly Mack; training hard but not seeing changes? this is why most women never see the body they train for 1:03:55

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ever feel like you’re doing everything right—training consistently, eating clean, tracking your food… but still not seeing the body you want? this one’s for the woman who feels like she’s spinning her wheels. Like your body was changing… but now its just staying the same… burn, bloat, and confusion: the real cost of false progress what i wish i kne…

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411/ Why weight loss won't work for you… & how to actually lose fat FAST (without the rebound or burnout) 19:57

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why your calorie deficit isn't working and how to break free from the endless dieting cycle this is why tiny deficits and weekend “cheat days” aren’t harmless, why your body isn’t responding the way it should, and what actually needs to happen before you ever start dieting. we cover how to prime your body, fuel your metabolism, build a maintenance …

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410/ Jayme Shiarla; rewire your mindset, rebuild your self-trust, stop self sabotage: the missing link no one told you about 1:23:02

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The real reason you keep finding yourself in a loop or just trying harder you don’t need another diet — you need a new way to see yourself. in this raw and real episode with executive coach jayme shiarla, we unpack the actual reasons you keep sabotaging progress… even when you know what to do. every woman who’s dieted for years knows this feeling: …

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#409; the real reason women gain belly fat after 35 (the truth about cortisol + fat storage) 23:59

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think it’s just cortisol causing belly fat after 35? here’s the real reason your body’s not responding and what to fix if fat loss keeps stalling. you’ve been told it’s your hormones. that it’s cortisol’s fault. but what if the real reason belly fat is sticking around after 35 isn’t your hormones—it’s your recovery? in this episode, we break down w…

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#408; How Betty fixed her metabolism to finally drop fat; overtraining, undereating, and the truth about getting lean: most women diet themselves into a hole 1:06:24

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most women are stuck in a cycle of overtraining and under-eating—and still not seeing results. this episode breaks down the truth about why that’s happening. in this episode, we go straight into the real reason most women are stuck spinning their wheels. if you’ve been training 5–7 days a week, living on 1600 calories, and still not seeing results—…

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#407; training hard and STILL not seeing results? high protein isn’t enough—your carb strategy is failing 29:14

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youre actually doing the hard yards. youre not always dieting. youre training hard... yet you’re not seeing the shape, definition, or energy you know you should be seeing by now. and the worst part? you start questioning yourself. wondering if something’s broken. if this is just what happens as you get older. let me be clear.... this isn’t just abo…

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#406... the truth about body fat scans - dexa, inbody/// (and how gym challenges fool you) 28:21

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think your scan results are telling the truth? they’re not. in this episode of 100% real with ruby, we expose the inaccuracies in body fat testing—from DEXA to InBody to those dodgy bathroom scales. these tools promise precision but deliver confusion, making you question progress that’s actually real. you’ll learn: • why your "lean mass" isn't just…

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#405; feel like anything over 1600 cals = weight gain? that you have to be SUPER STRICT for results? lets change that 34:52

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Eating less but not seeing results? Learn why your body isn’t responding and what it actually takes to get leaner, stronger, and finally feel in control again. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m barely eating... so why isn’t anything changing?”—this episode is for you. Because the truth is, eating less doesn’t always lead to weight loss. In fact, for man…

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#404; Stop Cutting Carbs! How I Got Leaner & Stronger After 50 5:12

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she did it all “right.” ran herself into the ground. trained 7 days a week. powerlifted. ate low carb. cut calories. but nothing really changed. her strength stalled. her back hurt. and she was exhausted by 3pm most days. she blamed age. until she stopped. and started eating carbs. and she’ll tell you straight: → overtraining didn’t build muscle → …

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#403; whats up with your metabolism? why 1500 Calories isn't your maintenance: the truth about Metabolic Suppression 41:01

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its not a real plateau!! and heres how you can break it.... the real dieting dilemma is this; where by and Tom go all in on one of the most misunderstood topics in the fitness world: maintenance calories. Spoiler? If you’ve been stuck at 1500 calories for months and still feel flat, tired, or like your body is holding onto everything… that is not y…

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#402; your fat loss mindset is why you struggle to lose fat and keep it off 54:23

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in this episode, ruby joins nikias to dismantle one of the biggest paradoxes in fitness: how your constant pursuit of fat loss might be the very thing keeping you stuck. if you’ve ever felt like you’re trying your hardest—but the scale won’t budge, your body won’t change, and you’re exhausted from tracking and starting over—this conversation is for…

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#401; Dal Sekhon - why you still self-sabotage your fat loss & health goals (even when you want it so badly) 1:01:31

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want long term results? this is what noone tells you about finding your "why" wanting goals and knowing how great is is for you isnt enough to get you consistently doing the thing If you know what to do but still can’t stick to it... this episode is for you. You keep saying you want it. You keep starting over. And you’re tired of feeling like you’r…

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#400- why your body stops responding... even when you're following the plan (&why pushing through severely costs you) 16:35

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You thought you were ready to diet. You felt strong, focused, and "mentally there." But somehow, despite your best intentions, you're stuck. You’re tired, nibbling more, lifting less, and your body? Not responding like it used to. In this raw, real episode, Ruby breaks down one of the most frustrating places to be as a high-performing woman in a fa…

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399; Jeff Hoehn why the bulk-cut cycle fails women: the truth about building your physique \ 1:10:14

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do you keep telling yourself "i'll build muscle after this next fat loss phase"... but that phase never really ends? : you can't out-diet poor training. and you can't shortcut the time it takes to actually build muscle. • what if your "maintenance" calories are actually holding you back? • why obsessing over the scale is stopping your physique prog…

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#398; burnt out from dieting but still not at your goal? Here’s a strategy that works (& saves you sanity) 17:57

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Why Eating More Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Fat Loss JourneyAre you stuck in a fat loss phase but secretly burning out? Are you scared that taking a break means failure, laziness, or losing progress? In this episode of 100% Real with Ruby, we tackle one of the most misunderstood—and most important—strategies in sustainable body transformatio…

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# 397; the truth building the physique you want beyond your 30s, 40s & 50s. are you stuck doing the opposite? 1:02:21

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In this engaging conversation, Ruby Cherie and Sarah Carne delve into the complexities of body transformation, emphasizing the importance of building muscle before focusing on fat loss. They discuss the common obsession with scale weight among women and how it can hinder progress. The conversation highlights the need for a mindset shift towards per…

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#396; you’re focusing on the wrong things — that’s why your body isn’t changing 29:29

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what if i told you that macros, steps, and even protein aren’t the things keeping you stuck? this episode is a reality check for anyone doing "everything right" and still not seeing the results they want. we’re talking about the big lie that’s sold to women in fitness: that if you just eat clean and train hard, you’ll get the body you want. but her…

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#395. this is why you keep relapsing (and what to do about it - the science of behaviour change) 55:39

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If you’ve ever blamed yourself for “not having enough willpower”… this episode is going to change your life. Ruby sits down with behavior change researcher Dr. Gary Mendoza to blow up the outdated narratives that keep women stuck in toxic cycles of over-dieting, under-eating, and chasing perfection. if you’ve ever said “i know what to do, i just do…

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394/ what no one tells you about fat loss burnout – the real reset to break the diet cycle 21:01

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feel like you’ve been stuck in a fat loss loop that never ends? like no matter how hard you try, your body just doesn’t respond anymore? this episode is for every woman who’s been tracking, dieting, starting over—and still feeling heavier, more tired, and more defeated than ever. i break down the real reason you’re stuck (hint: it’s not your willpo…

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#393; Dan Feldman - what no one told you about carbs, lifting, and getting the body composition you desire 54:40

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Why You’re Not Seeing the Results You Deserve—Even When You’re Doing Everything “Right” You’re lifting weights. You’re watching your calories. You’re trying to eat more protein. And yet… your body still doesn’t look the way you thought it would. So you start to wonder— “Is it my hormones?” “Is it because I’m getting older?” “Maybe I’m not trying ha…

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#392/ 10 big training mistakes keeping you stuck in a plateau (and how to fix them) 36:43

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0 big training mistakes keeping you stuck in a plateau (and how to fix them) you’re training hard. maybe you’re even sore all the time. you’re doing all the “right” things—yet progress feels flat, frustrating, or just plain nonexistent. you’re likely stuck because your training lacks strategic progression. and in this episode, i’m breaking down the…

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#391; Mike Doehla; the nutrition reset for fat loss you didn’t know you needed: transform & thrive through true lifestyle change 55:57

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(03:34) Prioritizing How You Feel Over Numbers The focus shifts from mere numbers on a scale to the overall feeling of wellbeing. Mike’s analogy of “living on volume eight” encourages listeners to measure success by how energized and fulfilled they feel, promoting a holistic view of health. (05:14) The Real Culprit: Highly Palatable Foods Mike expl…

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#390; the missing link in your strength training - could this be why you're not progressing? 24:59

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In today's podcast episode, we're diving deep into one of the most frustrating aspects of fitness: feeling stuck despite consistent training and effort. If you've ever wondered why your legs aren't changing, why your strength has plateaued, or why your workouts have lost their spark, this episode is for you. We'll unpack common misconceptions like …

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389/ clara swedlund - The ‘F* It’ Button; if self sabotage had a playbook.... & what no-ones telling you about about perfectionism and burnout 1:04:57

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🔹 Why do you keep getting in your own way? 🔹 You say you want change—so why does it feel like you’re the one stopping yourself? 🔹 If self-sabotage had a step-by-step manual, would you recognize the patterns? This episode exposes the unspoken playbook of self-sabotage—the exact thought patterns, behaviors, and mental traps that keep you stuck. But m…

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#388; Why do I struggle so much? why do i sabotage my own progress? if youve been trying for years to see your body lose fat, build muscle, transform... 22:21

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If you’re exhausted from trying diet after diet without lasting success, you’re missing the real issue.... the real question? Are you truly stuck, or is your mindset quietly sabotaging your progress? In this raw, powerful episode of "100% Real with Ruby," we're unpacking the uncomfortable truth behind feeling stuck and why surface-level fixes—like …

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#387 - Alan Aragon; Fat Loss truths & lies no one talks about (until now); Diet breaks, carb myths & metabolic adaptation 58:01

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Are you STILL believing these fat loss myths? The Ultimate Guide to Fat Loss, Body Composition & Carb Myths – Alan Aragon Unpacks the Truth" Tired of misinformation about fat loss, metabolism, and carbs? In this episode of 100% Real with Ruby, I sit down with renowned nutrition expert Alan Aragon to debunk the biggest myths keeping you stuck in the…

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#386; stop wasting time focusing on the wrong things - the right way to train for muscle & definition 26:50

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Focusing on the Wrong Things – Why Your Hard Work Isn’t Paying Off You’re training hard, watching what you eat, tracking your macros, lifting consistently—so why isn’t your body reflecting the effort? The frustration is real, and you’re not alone. The truth is, most people are stuck focusing on the wrong things. They’re obsessing over fat loss when…

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#385 Why you feel like your body is fighting you (35+) ft. TOM Bainbridge– The REAL Truth About Body Recomposition & Finally Seeing Progress 52:53

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TOM IS BACK for an anti-wellness wankery episode again!!! – The Truth About Strength Training, Menopause & Why You’re Not Seeing Results Struggling with stubborn body changes, slower progress, and the constant noise of social media telling you what you should be doing? You’re not alone. Women over 35+ are being bombarded with misleading fitness and…

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#384; Why Building Your Metabolism is the Only Sustainable Solution 31:11

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# 384/ Why Building Your Metabolism is the Only Sustainable Solution Welcome to 100% Real with Ruby, where we strip away the BS in the fitness industry and talk about what really matters when it comes to transforming your body. In this episode, we’re diving into the myths that keep you stuck, the bad coaching practices that do more harm than good, …

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#383 Max Waldron; Building the body you want starts with this!!!.... Stop overcomplicating it - this changes everything 1:16:30

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In this episode of 100% Real with Ruby, I’m joined by Max Waldron, a coach, strength expert, and gym owner who has navigated multiple dimensions of the fitness industry. Together, we dive deep into the often-misunderstood differences between coaching and training, the mental and emotional barriers holding people back, and why fat loss isn’t sustain…

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#382; if another calorie deficit worked, you’d already have the body you want 15:02

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.... and youd be keeping it only improving your physique over time.... right? You’ve dieted before. Maybe more times than you can count. You cut calories. You tracked macros. You followed the plan. So why are youstill stuck? Here’s the truth:another deficit won’t fix what’s actually keeping you from your goals. If it did, you wouldn’t still be frus…