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We are The Path to Goals and we are on a mission to help you quit yo-yo dieting forever, eat foods you love, embrace the strength of lifting heavy ass weights, and cultivate an undeniable level of confidence that inspires women around you to do the same. We are certified nutritionists and personal trainers with several specializations in behavior change, hormones and metabolism, sleep, stress and recovery, and mindset. If you are frustrated by all of the conflicting information floating arou ...
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It's almost that time of the year for hot summer festivals, traveling, vacations, BBQ's, wineries, and more which means this usually comes with a lot of good food, drinking, and less structure around our routines. In this episode Coach Alyssa and Chauntae tackle how to stay on track with your health an d fitness goals so you come back from any cele…
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Sirena Morena is a Wellness Competitor on a mission to inspire women to go after their dreams no matter what obstacles are in your way! Sirena shares her story of how she struggled and overcame postpartum depression, her long journey into her first wellness competition, and how she inspires her followers through positivity and mindset. If you want …
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Have you ever heard an online coach say, "You can eat whatever you want and still lose weight!", or "Exercise should be fun! Just do whatever you enjoy!" Sounds too good to be true right? Well, it is and we're here to be real with you all and talk about the reality of permanent lifestyle changes most fitness coaches don't want to tell you. ENJOY, A…
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If you've been following Path to Goals for a while you know that we LOVE photoshoots and encourage all of our clients to book one! Why?? Because there's nothing better than capturing a unique moment in time while feeling amazing in your own skin! Keisha is a Southern California photographer helping people of all ages and bodies feel confident in fr…
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In this episode we welcome Coach Alyssa's baby number two, Elena Sofia Vargas! Alyssa shares her labor and delivery story with an unexpected natural birth after the epidural failed 3 times!! She shares how lifting heavy throughout pregnancy and deep beathing through painful contractions gave her the confidence she needed to deliver naturally after …
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In this episode we are joined by special guest, Jenny Phan who is Personal Finance Expert building first generational wealth! Jenny has an inspiring story of paying off 100k in debt with one goal in mind- to gain financial freedom. Now, Jenny is coaching others to do the same! However, reaching this goal did not come without years of immense sacrif…
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The Coaches are BACK together again and dive into what it means to have an ATHLETE MENTALITY. When you hear the word ATHLETE, what pops up for you? You might think of your favorite basketball player, an Olympic star or even yourself in college playing a sport. However, when we talk about athlete mentality here at Path to Goals, we are referring to …
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In this episode, we're joined by a special guest, Kayla Perry, who shares her journey from battling anorexia to becoming a Nutrition and Fitness coach with a focus on Behavior Science. Kayla's approach is rooted in behavioral science, empowering women to achieve their health goals. She discusses her coaching methods and the tools she uses to foster…
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The Coaches are BACK together again and ready to share the TRUTH about alcohol and your health! Each coach shares their unique stories about their relationship with alcohol before changing their lifestyle then dive into the hard facts about how alcohol impacts your body goals, why you should limit it, and the behavioral tools you need to manage it …
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Coach Chauntae and Alyssa dive into everyone's favorite topic- METABOLISM. We've all heard the saying that your metabolism slows down as you age but new research has confirmed this is NOT TRUE. Chauntae breaks down the study with over 6,000 participants from 29 different countries, breaks down the 4 different components that make up our metabolism,…
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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Cinthia, an immigrant from Mexico whose passion for sports was stifled by cultural norms. Despite her love for athletics, she was discouraged from pursuing them as she entered her teenage years, being told that sports were exclusively for boys. Upon relocating to the US, Cinthia abandoned spor…
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Alyssa and Chauntae introduce very special guests to the podcast this week! The Path to Goals clients: Ingunn Kristjansdottir Oveny, Adriana Montano and Claudia Placencia. Each guest had the opportunity to share their story about where they were when they started coaching, their hesitations with hiring a coach, their many accomplishments and challe…
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Chauntae and Alyssa talk about how to take your physique to the next level through tried-and-true methods of tracking macros. They go in detail about why quick fixes aren't leading you to the body of your dreams and the exact steps you need to take your goals to the next level. Coach Alyssa dives into: The power of data driven nutrition, how to enh…
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GUEST: Neuroscientist & NPC Bikini Competitor Lauren Kupis - How Nutrition and Exercise Impact the Brain
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Are you READY to be inspired?! The Coaches are BACK together but this time with a very special guest - Lauren Kupis! Lauren is a is a PHD student studying neuroscience in the field of Autism, NPC bikini competitor, fitness model and just overall a wonderful HUMAN! Lauren shares with us the science on how poor nutrition and exercise negatively impac…
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Alyssa and Chauntae unpack the diet EVERYONE and their mother has tried, failed, and tried again... and again... and again... KETO!! In this episode the girls talk about how the Keto diet craze came to life (aka- the history), what the definition of Keto actually is, how to measure if you are in Ketosis, how carbohydrates metabolize in the body, su…
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Alyssa and Chauntae had plans to discuss protein myths BUT some interesting conversations on Instagram popped up from a reel Chauntae posted that they wanted to expand on. Don't worry though, they debunk protein myths at the end! In this episode the girls talk about postpartum depression, bounce back culture, what skills you could be lacking that p…
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Join us for another episode with the dynamic trio as they dive deep into the shit they don't teach you in school – focusing, of course, on health and fitness. Coach Denise, Chauntae, and Alyssa are back to unpack the benefits and repercussions of making tough decisions today to create the way for a smoother tomorrow. They discuss the common hurdles…
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When the coaches get together they get REAL spicy 🌶️🌶️ In this episode the coaches answer your questions through a rapid fire Q&A. Coach Alyssa shares how mini meals are a much better alternative than snacks and one simple nutrition habit that will make the biggest difference in your life. Coach Denise talks about how to stay consistent when your p…
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Listen up, cuz we're bustin' myths and droppin' truth bombs about weight loss. Forget crash diets and boring salads that make you wanna cry. We give you 7 tips you can implement right now to make your fat loss cycle suck a little less. This ain't your mama's weight loss journey – it's about real food AND real results. So, ditch the deprivation, emb…
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From Diapers to Deadlifts: Tailoring Pelvic Floor Rehab to Your Athletic Journey with Dr. Maddie Irby
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This episode cracks open the hush-hush topic of postpartum pelvic floor health with PT Dr. Maddie Irby. We discuss how to rebuild a fierce foundation after birth. Dr. Maddie addresses what key milestones to look for before you hit the squat rack again, plus sneaky ways to sneak pelvic floor care into your full mama-life. Whether you're chasing PRs …
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This episode, we're getting real with your girl Chauntae about the grand arrival of baby Isaiah! Chauntae's spilling all the tea on how being a fit mama made delivery day a whole lot smoother and how those pre-made freezer meals are saving her sanity in the postpartum haze! We're talking pushing limits (both in the gym and the delivery room!), the …
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Ditch the "busy" badge and reclaim your time and start living on purpose! This episode Coach Alyssa and Denise dive into the art of planning, busting myths about busyness and revealing how strategic scheduling can transform your life. Learn to make every minute count with actionable tips on daily, weekly, monthly, and even yearly planning. From bat…
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Get ready to bust some fat loss myths and get you real results. We've all been there, spinning our wheels on the hamster wheel of HIIT workouts and fad diets, only to end up back where we started. We're here to spill the tea on the top 6 mistakes you're probably making, and how to actually achieve sustainable weight loss that doesn't suck the joy o…
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Chauntae and Alyssa dive deep into all the juicy information you need to know about how to grow STRONG glutes! This episode isn't all just about lookin fine from behind (although that's the FUN part) but how the long term health benefits of growing strong glutes can improve your everyday life as you age. They discuss glute anatomy, injury symptoms …
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Alyssa and Chauntae welcome guest Coach Brian Melancon (aka. Coach B) who is a seasoned nutrition and strength transformation coach. Tune in as Alyssa and Chauntae share how they first met Brian 10-11 years ago when Chauntae hired Coach B to help her recover from post bodybuilding show that left her 30lbs overweight just two months after the show. …
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Chauntae and Coach Denise introduce The Path to Goals NEW Elite 360 Transformation program and how the team is shifting into a new era of cultivating an ATHLETE'S Mindset. They discuss the three pillars of their program's success: Nutrition, Strength Training, and Behavior Change and what evidence-based tools are necessary to learn in order to achi…
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With Thanksgiving just DAYS away, Chauntae and Alyssa break down the most common mistakes they see people make when it comes to managing fitness and nutrition goals during the Holidays and how to enter 2024 feeling STRONG, CONFIDENT & READY for more. Alyssa and Chauntae also take the last few minutes of the episode to answer a question from a liste…
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Alyssa and Chauntae welcome guest, Mallory who is an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy mentor and life coach! What is ACT? Well, Mallory breaks it all down for us and how she uses it to empower her clients to face their fears head on to live the life they've always wanted. Mallory has been instrumental at The Path to Goals, playing a pivotal role i…
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Chauntae and Alyssa discuss the importance of building muscle mass for health and longevity and the risks of rapid weight loss. Yup- that 1200 calorie lifestyle is making you weak, fragile and ALWAYS HUNGRY girl. It's time to stop. Alyssa explains the science of metabolism and how lean muscle mass is beneficial for metabolic health. Finally, they s…
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Head coach Denise joins us this week to discuss how to build confidence and show up as your authentic self. Coach Denise explains that fear's job is to keep us safe, but that doing things that scare us is how we grow confidence and resilience. Chauntae encourages listeners to set goals that scare them and to book that photoshoot, even if they're fe…
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In this episode of the podcast, Alyssa and Chauntae discuss their experiences with their changing bodies over their lifetimes. Chauntae shares a personal story about a time when she struggled with body dysmorphia, which prevented her from socializing and leaving her house. Now pregnant, Chauntae reflects on how her body is changing again, but she i…
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Alyssa and Chauntae welcome their first guests...THEIR MOMS!! Charo Gold and Tina Alvarado discuss the touchy subject of being raised in a home where diets and food restriction were the norm from the perspective of young moms in 90s and early 2000s. Charo and Tina share their perspective as mothers who had limited access to accurate information whe…
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Where you can learn more about The Path to Goals: www.thepathtogoals.com Instagram: @thepathtogoals @alyssapathtogoals @denisepathtogoals由The Path to Goals
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Alyssa and Chauntae share their personal stories about their dieting history, body image, and how they finally learned sustainable nutrition after so many years of trial and error. Alyssa shares how she was raised in a home where everyone was always on a diet. Atkins, paleo, Low carb, you name it. Dieting was the norm in her household while Chaunta…
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Chauntae and Alyssa from The Path to Goals make their debut on the first episode of the Be Real with Us podcast! They talk about their friendship, how The Path to Goals was born, how they started working together, and finally the mission vision and values behind the brand! Where you can learn more about The Path to Goals: www.thepathtogoals.com Ins…
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