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Real Talk: Fitness, Nutrition & Mindset

Welcome to the Empower Fitness Real Talk Hub where we cut through the noise and serve up fitness, nutrition, and mindset advice that actually works.

Here, you’ll find real life strategies, no-fluff education, and encouragement to help you navigate your fitness journey, your plate, and your brain all without the diet drama.

Whether you’re looking for macro tips, strength training guidance, or mindset shifts to keep you consistent, this is where you start.

Dig in. Get inspired. Take what you need and leave the all-or-nothing BS behind.

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Macros 101: Why Macros Matter for Women

Why Macros Matter for Women + How to Finally Get Them Right If you’ve ever found yourself eating “clean,” cutting calories, doing all the “right” things yet wondering why your body isn’t changing you …

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The Truth About AI Fitness Coaching Vs. Real Coaching

Why AI Fitness Coaching For Women 40+ Can’t Coach You to Success — But I Can. So, you signed up for an AI generated workout plan. You downloaded the latest calorie tracking app. You even …

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Unlock Your Inner Potential with the Help of an Accountability Coach

Feeling stuck on your wellness journey, despite your best intentions? Does your fitness tracker seem more like a silent judge than a motivating companion? It happens to the best of us. Even with clear …

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Top 8 Myths About Exercise and Working Out During Pregnancy

When it comes to working out while pregnant, there is countless mis-information out there. Here at Empower, I encourage pregnant women to break down those myths and continue to stay fit throughout …

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What is Your Pelvic Floor?

If you’re pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant, you might feel like people are constantly telling you how much the entire experience is going to hurt or change your body forever. Or maybe people …

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What is Diastasis Recti?

Diastasis recti, or separation of the abdominal muscles, is a common side effect of pregnancy, yet many expectant and new moms don’t even know what it is, let alone whether or not they have it. …

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9 Tips to Get Past a Weight Loss Plateau

If you’re in a well-planned fat loss phase (or calorie deficit) using a macros approach, it’s not a matter of IF you will plateau with your progress, but WHEN you will plateau. But don’t fear a weight …

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7 Reasons You Are Struggling With Consistency

Does this sound like you: “I know what to eat and I know how to exercise, I just can’t stick with it!” If so, you are not alone. Consistency is probably the single biggest thing …

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How To Choose The Best Protein Powder For You

All About Protein Supplements: Choosing the Best Protein Powder For You. Protein is the most important macronutrient when it comes to fat loss or muscle gain goals because: Protein is one of the …

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