Growing up as an addict’s daughter changes how you move through the world — especially once you have a kid of your own. Holidays hit harder. Family dynamics feel heavier. And Christmas? It brings up stuff you don’t have words for… just a knot in your chest and a lot of quiet resentment.

In this episode, I’m talking about the kind of boundaries no one teaches you — the ones that start in your body, not in a conversation. Why resentment isn’t always about family crossing lines, but about ignoring your own signals. And how grieving the Christmas you wish you had is sometimes the most freeing thing you can do.

This is about stopping the cycle. Listening to your body. Letting go of guilt. And choosing peace over forcing traditions that were never meant to fit you.

If you’re an addict’s daughter navigating motherhood, holidays, emotional eating, or burnout — this one will feel like someone finally said the quiet part out loud.

You’re working out.
You’re doing ab exercises.
But your core still doesn’t feel strong — it feels off.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why core work isn’t the same as core strength, and why so many moms feel unstable, disconnected, or unsure lifting postpartum — even a year or more after having a baby.

We’ll talk about:

• Why crunches and planks aren’t fixing the problem

• What a “strong core” actually feels like in real life

• Why lifting can feel sketchy even when you’re fit

• The simple shift that made my body feel solid again

No anatomy lesson.
No scare tactics.
Just a real explanation for moms who already work out but want to feel strong, supported, and confident again.

This is part of the Becoming a Unit series — FitStrategy in real life.

Today we’re talking about something most women never slow down long enough to figure out: who you actually are when you’re not trying to please everyone, fix everything, or chase every shiny “quick fix” on the internet.

Because here’s the truth — when you don’t know who you are, you get distracted.
You get pulled into temptations.
You say yes to things you don’t even want.
You fall off your goals because you’re operating off autopilot, not identity.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how to actually build the version of you who isn’t thrown off by every craving, bad day, holiday, or “screw it” moment. The version of you who knows what she wants, acts like it, and follows through — even when life gets chaotic.

If you’re tired of constantly restarting, feeling easily pulled off track, or wondering why discipline feels impossible… this one is your wake-up call.

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Every holiday season, about 70% of women end up 10–15 pounds heavier by January… and we’re not doing that this year. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down EXACTLY why this happens, why it’s not your fault, and how to avoid the “holiday free-fall” without tracking every bite, skipping the fun, or pretending you’re going to suddenly become a different person on January 1st.

We’re talking real-life stuff: the mental spiral, the “I’ll start Monday,” the parties, the stress, the mom guilt, and all the little decisions that add up. And I’m giving you the exact shifts, habits, and boundaries that actually work for busy moms who want to feel good in their jeans and enjoy the season.

Simple. Realistic. Zero perfection. Zero holiday BS.

If you want to walk into January feeling proud instead of panicked, this one’s for you.

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You don’t have to want to — you just have to do it anyway.

In this real-talk episode, Samantha opens up about what it actually looks like to stay consistent as a busy mom — when motivation is low, time is tight, and nothing about having kids feels balanced.

She breaks down the mindset traps that keep moms stuck (“I’ll start when life calms down,” “I’ll get back to the gym soon,” “I don’t like adjustable dumbbells”) — and shows you how to build momentum with what you have right now.

If you’ve been waiting for balance or the “right time” to focus on yourself again, this episode will be the wake-up call you need.

Because motherhood isn’t balanced — it’s managed.
And the strongest thing you can do is keep showing up anyway.

🎧 Inside this episode:

• The truth about motivation and why it’s not required to make progress

• How “balance” keeps moms stuck (and what to do instead)

• The power of adapting your fitness to fit your life right now

• Real talk on home workouts, dumbbells, and the stories we tell ourselves

• 3 action steps to rebuild consistency when you’re in the chaos

💌 Grab the Mom Pooch Guide mentioned in the episode — your first step to rebuilding your core and confidence, no gym required.

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You can’t live like an athlete on snack energy.

In this episode of The Forever Fit Podcast, Samantha calls out the gap between the life moms say they want and how they’re actually fueling and showing up.

You’ll learn how to shift your mindset from survival mode to athlete mode—so you can have the energy, focus, and confidence to juggle motherhood, career, and fitness without burning out.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why under-fueling is keeping you stuck and exhausted
✅ How to start eating and thinking like an athlete (even as a mom)
✅ The identity shift that makes consistency effortless
✅ Why “a snack and a glass of wine” isn’t self-care—it’s survival

If you’re ready to stop surviving your days and start leading them, this episode is your wake-up call.

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Do you fall off every time you or your kids get sick?

You’re consistent, doing great, then a cold or flu hits… and suddenly you’re weeks out, eating whatever, skipping workouts, and saying “I’ll start over Monday.”

In this episode of The Forever Fit™ Podcast, Samantha breaks down why getting sick isn’t actually the problem—it’s the story you attach to it. She shares the exact mindset and strategy shifts her clients use to stay consistent, even when life happens.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why the “I blew it” mindset keeps you stuck in the spiral
✅ How to set a minimum standard during sick weeks so you don’t actually fall off
✅ The re-entry plan that gets you back on track without all-or-nothing guilt
✅ How to shift your identity so you stop “starting over”

If you’re tired of feeling like every cold or stomach bug derails your progress, this is the mindset reset you need.

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