If “balance your hormones” feels like a wellness buzzword, this conversation will be a breath of fresh air. Tara and Elizabeth sit down with Gregory Dodell, MD—board-certified endocrinologist, owner of Central Park Endocrinology, and the brain behind Everything Endocrine on Instagram—to unpack hormones without diet culture.

Dr. Dodell shares his evolution to weight-neutral, stigma-free care, explains what hormones actually are, and gives clear, practical guidance for PCOS, thyroid health, cortisol, and when GLP-1 medications make sense.

We also cover the lab tests worth asking for, why strength training matters, GLP-1s, and how to navigate the “just lose weight” directive so many patients still hear. Consider this your evidence-informed, compassion-first hormone primer.

In this episode:

• Dr. Dodell’s shift from weight-centric training to weight-inclusive care
• Hormones 101: pituitary → thyroid feedback loops, cortisol basics
• PCOS made simple: insulin resistance as the foundation
• “Balance your hormones” claims—what helps and what’s hype
• Lab panels to discuss with your provider (and how often)
• GLP-1 meds: when they help, red flags, and the importance of monitoring + muscle
• How to respond when a provider says “just lose weight”

Connect with Dr. Dodell:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everything_endocrine/

Website: https://www.centralparkendocrinology.com/

Wellness: Rebranded is turning 3 years old! We are hosting a live birthday party on October 23rd in Annapolis and would love for you to join. Learn more about the party here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1579100093889?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tune into My Entrepreneurial Life hosted by Jen Hawat for a behind the scenes look at building, launching and growing your online business! https://www.jenhowat.com/podcast

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Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

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Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

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Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

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Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

When you think about health, you probably picture food and exercise. But the truth is, health is shaped far more by social determinants of health—the conditions in which we live, learn, work, and connect.

In this episode we break down what social determinants of health really are, why they matter, and how they can shape your wellbeing just as much (or more) than diet and exercise. By understanding the social determinants of health, you can drop the shame, find more compassion, and focus on the areas of wellness that truly support your life.

You’ll learn:

• What social determinants of health mean and why they’re often overlooked in wellness culture
• The surprising impact of your zip code and neighborhood on life expectancy
• How education and income level are tied to long-term health outcomes
• The role of community and social support in reducing risk of early death
• Why chronic stress and financial wellbeing can affect every organ system
• How sleep, creativity, volunteering, and career satisfaction improve wellbeing beyond the gym or kitchen
• What NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) means and why everyday movement matters

If you’ve ever felt pressured to “eat perfectly” or “work out more” to be healthy, this episode will help you zoom out. You’ll see how whole-person wellbeing is shaped by environment, relationships, and access—not just personal choices.

Wellness: Rebranded is turning 3 years old! We are hosting a live birthday party on October 23rd in Annapolis and would love for you to join. Learn more about the party here: [LINK]

This episode was brought to you by Leading Lady Coaching. Learn more here: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/

This episode is brought to you by TCP Youth Empowerment. Every child deserves someone in their corner. To sponsor a child, visit TCP to 44-321 or visit https://www.tcpyouthempowerment.org/

Resources:

Our episode on 10k steps: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000716434613

Intuitive Eating Starter Kit: Use code PODCAST to get this for just $14 https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/starterkit

Tara’s in-person Progressive Relaxation class – November 18th at 7 PM – Relax and Renew: An Hour of Progressive Relaxation with Tara: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/FAFGA8EEASMD9/checkout/OQPHVJYKUKEMAJPRBFIJ2QDX

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The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara’s Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

What if your doctor could “prescribe” a nature walk, a museum visit, or coffee with a friend—and it actually improved your health? In this episode, we explore social prescribing, a growing global movement that connects people to non-clinical supports proven to enhance physical, mental, and social well-being.

Rebecca (Becky) Hass, certified life coach, Programming & Outreach Manager for Anne Arundel County Public Library, and author of 101 Seeds for Library Joy, shares how she combines positive psychology with community engagement through her consulting company, Joy Work, LLC.

In this episode:

• What social prescribing is—and why it started in the UK
• How “link workers” and community navigators connect people to art, movement, nature, volunteering, and more
• The loneliness epidemic and why social health belongs beside physical and mental health
• Real stories from libraries, gyms, and neighborhoods proving that connection heals
• Barriers (transportation, awareness, “sick-care” systems) and what pilots in the US are testing
• How to self-prescribe joy and belonging—without waiting for a doctor’s note

Connect with Becky:

Website: https://joyworkllc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joy-work-llc

Resources:

Intuitive Eating Starter Kit: Use code PODCAST to get this for just $14 https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/starterkit

Trainers: Become the Go-To Expert at Your Gym with Tara’s free mini course: https://www.taradeleonfitness.com/

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The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara’s Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Ever catch yourself spiraling from “I ate a bagel” to “welp, day’s ruined”? Today Maria and Elizabeth unpack the sneaky thought patterns that mess with our wellness and show you how to call them out, reframe them, and move on with a lot more self-compassion.

In this episode, we are diving into why thoughts aren’t facts and how the thoughts–feelings–actions triangle drives our choices. Using real-life examples, from the intuitive eating “what-the-hell” effect to the classic “I said one wrong word; I’m a failure”, we break down common cognitive distortions and teach practical ways to reality-check and rewire them.

In this episode:

• Why thoughts aren’t facts—and why it matters for your wellness journey
• The “what-the-hell” effect in intuitive eating and how it relates to black-and-white thinking
• How catastrophizing turns one mistake into a worst-case scenario
• The tendency to discount positives and why accepting compliments feels hard
• Labeling ourselves or others and how it limits growth
• Practical strategies to reality-test your thoughts and build more flexible thinking

Listen to our friends over at Parenting Shrink Wrapped Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parenting-shrink-wrapped/id1766578984

Resources:

Intuitive Eating Starter Kit: Use code PODCAST to get this for just $14 https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/starterkit

Trainers: Become the Go-To Expert at Your Gym with Tara’s free mini course: https://www.taradeleonfitness.com/

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The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara’s Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

This episode is brought to you by TCP Youth Empowerment. Every child deserves someone in their corner. To sponsor a child, visit TCP to 44-321 or visit https://www.tcpyouthempowerment.org/

Friendships are one of the most important pieces of our health and wellness puzzle, but in midlife, they can look very different than they did in our 20s or 30s. Some friendships fade, some deepen, and some need a little “redesigning” to stay healthy and supportive.

In this episode, we get real about the ups and downs of friendships in our 40s, 50s, and beyond. From the pain of being ghosted by a lifelong friend to the relief of no longer putting up with draining relationships, we explore how midlife changes our approach to connection, boundaries, and community.

We share personal stories—both heartbreaks and joys—and talk about why friendships are not just emotional, but also physical health lifelines. You’ll hear about redesigning relationships, the role of boundaries, and why even one or two solid friendships can be more powerful than a dozen “okay-ish” ones.

In this episode:

• Why some friendships naturally fade (and why it’s not always about you)
• How to “redesign” a friendship before letting it go
• The role of confidence, clarity, and boundaries in midlife relationships
• Why loneliness—physical or emotional—can harm health more than you realize
• How strong friendships can become an essential part of your wellness journey

Resources:

Intuitive Eating Starter Kit: Use code PODCAST to get this for just $14 https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/starterkit

Trainers: Become the Go-To Expert at Your Gym with Tara’s free mini course: https://www.taradeleonfitness.com/

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The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara’s Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

We all know what we “should” do: move our bodies more, eat in ways that support us, stick to the habits that make us feel better. But actually doing those things consistently? That’s where resistance shows up.

In this episode we unpack resistance, such as the excuses, fears, and old belief patterns that can keep us stuck even when we know what we want. From the intimidation of walking into a gym to the frustration of not seeing results fast enough in therapy, resistance shows up in sneaky ways across health, wellness, and life.

We share personal stories, client experiences, and even a trainer’s unlikely journey that started with just sitting in her car outside the gym. You’ll hear why resistance isn’t a failure, how small “bare minimum” steps can build momentum, and why self-compassion is essential for lasting change.

In this episode:

• How childhood experiences and shame can shape resistance as adults
• The role of all-or-nothing thinking and learned helplessness
• Why resistance often masks itself as “I don’t have time” or “I’ll start later”
• The power of micro-steps, short-term goals, and finding your “why”
• Why self-compassion—not guilt or blame—is the real motivator for change

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Exercise Snacks: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000717469519

GLP1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000718560588

Connect with us!

The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara’s Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

The new Fit for TV documentary on The Biggest Loser has us fired up. This reality show wasn’t just “entertainment,” it reshaped diet culture, fitness, and the way we think about bodies in ways that were harmful, abusive, and dehumanizing.

In this episode, we’re breaking down why the show was so damaging and what it means for how we approach health today. This documentary was a stark reminder that your body isn’t a spectacle, you don’t owe anyone a before-and-after picture, and health should never come at the cost of your dignity.

In this episode:

• How The Biggest Loser normalized extreme and unsafe weight loss practices.
• The ripple effects it created in gyms, workplaces, and wellness programs across the country.
• Why diet culture about profit, not health.
• Weighing benefits vs costs of weight loss programs.
• Red flags to look out for in trainers, programs, and “health” challenges.
• What compassionate, sustainable, and whole-person wellness actually looks like.

This episode is brought to you by Jukestir. Learn more here: https://jukestir.com/

Connect with us!

The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara’s Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

What if your workout had nothing to do with the number on the scale—and everything to do with what your body can do?

This week we’re joined by Mark Breedon, an online personal trainer who helps women build lasting confidence by getting stronger than they ever imagined. His weight-neutral philosophy shifts the focus away from aesthetics and toward strength, health, and independence because life-changing results aren’t just about how you look, they’re about what you can do.

Mark shares how he went from chasing bigger biceps to falling in love with powerlifting, and how that transformation led him to create a coaching approach free from weigh-ins, before-and-after photos, and body measurements.

In this episode:

• How training for strength can be more fulfilling and sustainable than training for weight loss
• Real-life examples of clients discovering their strength (yes, even in their 70s and 80s!)
• Why women often thrive in a strength-based program
• The biggest mistakes the fitness industry makes about motivation and “discipline”
• How to set non-aesthetic goals that keep you excited to train

Connect with Mark:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/training.strong.women/

The Badass Lifter Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-lifter-podcast/id1490017694

Register for Maria’s online workshop on Compassionate Listening on August 27th!

https://maria-winters.mykajabi.com/upcoming-workshops

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The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara’s Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com