In this episode of the Mindful Muscle Podcast, hosts Gio and Jodi welcome Lida, a nutritionist, personal trainer, pre-diabetes lifestyle coach, and behavioral change specialist. Lida shares her transformative journey from a challenging childhood marked by abuse and emotional struggles to becoming a health and wellness expert. They discuss the importance of sustainable weight loss, mindful and intuitive eating, and the role of physical activity in managing health conditions like diabetes. Lida also dives into her work with the forks over knives cooking method and her holistic approach to coaching clients towards a healthier lifestyle. Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation on how to take charge of your health, break free from self-doubt, and live a balanced, fulfilling life.

00:00 Welcome to the Mindful Muscle Podcast

00:31 Introducing Our Sponsor: Podbeat

01:17 Meet Lida: A Journey of Resilience and Transformation

02:24 Lida's Early Life and Struggles

04:51 Turning Point: Embracing Change at 19

06:22 Corporate Life to Wellness Advocate

08:11 Helping Others: From Personal Trainer to Nutritionist

09:12 Understanding Health Beyond Appearances

10:34 The Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness

25:55 Addressing Emotional Eating and Mindful Eating

28:28 Defining Healthy Eating

29:00 Emotional Attachment to Food

30:15 Honesty in Eating Habits

30:59 Balancing Treats and Nutrition

33:38 Intuitive Eating Explained

34:01 Overcoming Self-Doubt

35:06 Small Changes for Big Results

36:42 Personal Experiences with Healthy Habits

38:56 Connecting Food and Feelings

42:03 Cooking Without Oil

45:19 Teaching Healthy Cooking

50:00 Exercise and Strength Training

51:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement