On this episode of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, Episode 176, Dr. Anthony sits down with Fit Mother member Selene Connolly, a 59-year-old mom, “Lolly” (grandma), wife of 37 years, and director of engineering who completely rebuilt her health, hope, and strength in her late 50s. After a devastating foot injury, the stress of COVID, nightly wine, and feeling too weak to even carry a laundry basket or open a jar, Selene had quietly lost faith that she could ever really come back.

In this powerful conversation, you’ll hear how Selene lost about 40 pounds in about five months and has maintained that loss for over a year, how she moved from feeling like a “fraud” inside the program to becoming a true leader in the Fit Mother community, and how she helped create in-person sisterhood meetups and hiking trips around the country. You’ll also hear her simple but profound routines: early-morning mindset work, short but consistent workouts, grounding and breath breaks during a demanding workday, and evenings spent learning new things instead of zoning out in front of the TV.

Selene and Dr. Anthony dive into facing limiting beliefs, changing the inner voice, using labs and body composition data to truly “own” your health, and why encouragement is literally “breathing courage into others.” If you’re a busy woman over 40 who’s ever felt stuck, alone, or like you “don’t belong” in fitness spaces, Selene’s story will show you how small daily choices, community, and authenticity can completely change the trajectory of your life.

• 40 pounds lost in 5 months and kept off long-term
• Recovering from a serious foot tendon injury and lost confidence
• Moving from wine and TV nights to morning rituals and movement
• Why the first program version didn’t “fit” and what finally clicked
• Using the new follow-along workouts as a catalyst for change
• Creating real-life sisterhood: hikes, coffee dates, and book club
• Letting go of old clothes, old identities, and old limitations
• Small daily habits instead of chasing perfect checklists
• Rewriting limiting beliefs with a simple “two-column” exercise
• Building a life of adventure, learning, and vibrant grandmotherhood

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In Episode 175 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, Dr. A talks with neuroscientist and MitoQ Chief Science Officer Dr. Siobhan Mitchell about one of the most powerful — and overlooked — drivers of women’s health after 40: mitochondrial function. She shares how her grandmother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis inspired her career and why the latest science points to mitochondria, oxidative stress, and “inflammaging” as core players in memory, energy, and healthy aging.

You’ll learn how exercise, smart intervals, fasting, MCT oils, CoQ10, vitamin C, and mitochondrial-targeted antioxidants like MitoQ can help your cells produce cleaner energy, recover faster, and better protect your brain, heart, and muscles. Dr. Mitchell also breaks down what human studies actually show about MitoQ and other mitochondrial supports like PQQ, NAC, and NAD boosters.

If you’re a busy mom or midlife woman who wants steady energy, clearer thinking, and stronger training results without burning out your system, this conversation will give you a science-backed roadmap.

• Mitochondria = powerhouses and “CEOs” of the cell
• Oxidative stress & “inflammaging” drive faster aging
• Balance matters: not too much, not too little mitochondrial activity
• Exercise (especially intervals) trains mitochondrial resilience
• Fasting & ketones trigger autophagy and longevity pathways
• MCTs (especially C8/C10) support ketones and brain function
• CoQ10 is essential but poorly delivered into mitochondria via standard supplements
• MitoQ = mitochondria-targeted CoQ10 derivative with human data
• Studies: better power output, recovery, and less exercise-induced DNA damage
• Vitamin C, magnesium, B12 often need supplement support with age
• NAC, PQQ, NAD boosters, and urolithin A: promising but mixed data
• No magic bullets: stack smart supplements on top of fundamentals

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Dr. Siobhan Mitchell, PhD is the chief scientific officer of MitoQ with over 25 years of research experience in how nutrition impacts brain aging, metabolic health, and longevity. She completed her PhD at SUNY Albany and a post-doctoral fellowship on brain aging at University of Washington.

Siobhan held roles at the three largest food companies in the world (Unilever, Nestle and Pepsico), leading trials in Europe, North America and Asia, which investigated the effects of nutrition on cognitive decline, mood and performance. Additionally she was senior director at Noom, where she directed a team...

At Fit Father Fit Mother LIVE in Phoenix, something powerful happened that goes way beyond workouts and perfect plates. In Episode 174, Dr. Anthony sits down with long-time Fit Father member Zebb Seabrook and Fit Father/Fit Mother couple Brian and Renee Davis to unpack what it actually felt like to step out of the app and into a room full of people living this mission. They share how the event helped them break through plateaus, reconnect with their deeper “why,” and experience the kind of community you can only feel when you’re sweating, learning, and laughing side-by-side.

You’ll hear how Zebb almost talked himself out of going (even after buying his ticket), why Brian and Renee now see LIVE as a turning point for their whole family, and the surprising shifts they made in their routines when they got home. From mindset breakthroughs and cold plunges to late-night conversations and new lifelong friendships, this conversation gives you a real glimpse into what LIVE is all about—without spoiling the magic. If you’ve ever wondered whether an in-person event is worth the time, travel, and money, this episode will help you decide.

• Immersion breaks mental plateaus
• In-person community accelerates growth
• VIP lunches deepen access & learning
• Couples can transform together
• Resort environment supports healthy fun
• Mindset tools ripple to families
• Generational impact of parent habits
• Early commitment creates powerful momentum

Come experience the hugs, the breakthroughs, the community, and the kind of weekend your future self (and your children) will thank you for.

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Foundations is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy women over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, Foundations can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest.

Episode 173 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast - Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with Wyatt Ewing, founder and CEO of Ice Barrel, to talk about one of the most powerful “good stressors” you can add to your life: cold exposure.

Wyatt shares how, back in 2017, he was burned out in corporate aviation, constantly on his phone, dealing with chronic bronchitis, anxiety, and a survival-mode mindset. A blunt comment at the gym and a suggestion to try cold showers and breathing exercises sent him down a path that completely changed his mental health, physical resilience, and life direction.

You’ll hear how his first intentional 30-second cold shower snapped him into the present moment, helped quiet his anxious mind, and eventually led him to experiment with bathtubs, trash cans, horse troughs—and ultimately to creating Ice Barrel, one of the first direct-to-consumer cold plunges on the market.

If you’re a busy mom (or dad) who wants more energy, better mental focus, and a simple daily practice that makes you feel more alive and grounded, this episode will show you exactly how cold can become one of your most powerful health tools.

• Cold plunging as fast, high-impact daily practice
• Present-moment focus instead of anxious, racing thoughts
• Healthy “good stress” to train your nervous system
• Lower inflammation and pain with regular cold exposure
• Mood and energy boost from endorphins and dopamine
• Simple weekly goal: about 12 minutes of cold
• Best range for most people: 50–60°F water
• Intentional breathing: in 4 seconds, out 6 seconds
• Upright plunging posture for calm, alert presence
• Cold + sauna as powerful recovery and reset ritual

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Founder and CEO of Ice Barrel, Wyatt’s areas of expertise include product innovation, manufacturing and eCommerce marketing. Before Ice Barrel, he worked in corporate aviation buying and selling jets. Like so many, he bought into the fiction society tells us: work harder, sleep less and don't complain. The stress and anxiety of the 60- to 80-hour work week took a toll on his physical and mental well-being. Eventually, reality caught up with Wyatt. "I was broken, sick and desperate for a change."

Shortly after hitting bottom, a stranger approached him at the gym and offered some candid advice. Saying, "you don't look well," the man then went on to explain the power of breathwork, meditation and cold showers. Wyatt was skeptical, but also desperate to try anything. He started researching the science of cold therapy and was hooked. It wasn't long before his wife noticed the results of these new practices. "It was like he was a new man."

After growing tired of cold showers and ice baths in the house, Wyatt decided to invent a cold therapy device that would allow him to simplify the practice. He started sharing a few of these prototypes with others...

In episode 172 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with wellness leader Liz Plosser to unpack the practical power of essential amino acids (EAAs) for women in midlife. Liz shares how auditing her protein (moving from ~40–50g/day to 100–130g), lifting heavier, and adding a simple EAA + creatine ritual transformed her recovery, sleep, energy, and body composition. You’ll learn how leucine acts as the “on-switch” for muscle protein synthesis, why EAAs raise blood amino acids faster than food or even whey, and exactly how to time them around training—especially if you love early-morning or fasted workouts.

They get into real-life scenarios: perimenopause and muscle loss, plant-forward diets that miss the leucine threshold, travel days with low appetite, and periods of stress when whole-food intake dips. Liz explains how she pairs EAAs with creatine for stronger training and steadier energy, and why she still prioritizes whole-food protein as her foundation. You’ll also hear when not to sip EAAs (e.g., during longer fasts for autophagy goals) and how to keep perspective by focusing on the “big rocks” first—strength, cardio, sleep, stress, connection, and simple, protein-forward meals.

Finally, Dr. Anthony and Liz compare EAAs vs. whey vs. whole food, outline quick-start dosing/timing ideas, and share easy kitchen and gym habits that make consistency feel effortless. Whether you’re rebuilding strength after a lull, navigating hormone changes, or just want a cleaner way to support recovery, this episode gives you a clear, actionable playbook to get stronger and feel amazing—without overcomplicating your routine.

• EAAs rapidly raise blood aminos and trigger MPS.
• Leucine threshold (~2–3 g) is the on-switch for MPS.
• EAAs are great pre/during/post—especially for fasted AM training.
• Aging = anabolic resistance; EAAs help bridge the gap.
• Food = slow, whey = faster, EAAs = fastest availability.
• Pair EAAs with creatine for strength, recovery, and body comp.
• Useful for travel, low appetite, and plant-forward meals.
• Focus on “big rocks” first: strength, cardio, sleep, stress, nutrition.
• EAAs complement—don’t replace—high-quality whole-food protein.
• Skip EAAs during longer fasts if autophagy is the goal.

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Liz Plosser is the former Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health, where for seven years she oversaw the brand across its print and digital platforms and various brand extensions, reaching a monthly audience of 44+ million. A veteran of the wellness industry, she has held senior roles at Well+Good, SoulCycle, SELF, and Cosmopolitan. Liz writes a wellness-focused Substack called Best Case Scenario, which includes a Monday roundup of the latest news in the health, fitness and nutrition space, plus a deep dive, longform piece every Thursday. She is also the host of the YouTube series

In episode 171 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, we pull back the curtain on our Belize mission & service trip with two of our past travelers, Erin Bohannon (Fit Mother) and Geoff Rothman (Fit Father). You’ll hear why a health and fitness community chooses to serve—channeling the strength we build in the gym into something bigger—as we partner with Koinonia Ministries in Orange Walk to help construct a safe home for a local mom. We walk through the real flow of the week: simple, clean lodging; breakfasts at the church; hands-on building (from foundation to walls and roof); and shared dinners with local families that deliver deep perspective and joy. We also cover safety (we move as a group and even do morning street workouts), why the build progresses over multiple trips, and how seemingly small contributions (like replacing a church kitchen oven) create outsized impact.

We call it “service + adventure” for a reason. After the build, we explore the country’s beauty—Mayan sites, snorkeling around Caye Caulker, and even a wooden outdoor “jungle gym.” Families and teens thrive on this trip, finding meaningful roles on site and memories that last. We share dates, costs, and logistics for the next trip (starting June 6, 2026), plus how you can join us or support the project if travel isn’t possible. If Belize has been on your heart—or you’re ready to put your fitness to work—this conversation will show you exactly what to expect and how to get involved.

• Service is the natural next step of vibrant health—use your energy to help others.
• We partner with Koinonia Ministries in Orange Walk to build a safe home for Romani and her kids.
• Expect simple, clean lodging; daily construction; shared meals; and rich cross-cultural connection.
• Families and teens thrive on this trip (safe, supervised, real work that matters).
• We mix in adventure—Mayan temples, Caye Caulker snorkeling, and the outdoor “jungle gym.”
• If you can’t come, donating (and employer matches) makes a huge impact.

Join us next summer. Travel over to the website: https://www.fitfatherproject.com/belize-mission-trip/

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• Belize Service Trip — June 6-12, 2026. See what it’s about here.

Foundations is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy women over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, Foundations can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest.

Coffee is more than a morning pick-me-up—it’s the most common source of antioxidants in the American diet and, when sourced and prepared right, it can be a daily health habit. In Episode 170 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with Dr. Charles Livingston, CEO and founder of Lifeboost Coffee, to unpack what makes coffee “clean,” why some beans bother your gut (and others don’t), and how farming, testing, and roasting practices impact mold/mycotoxins, heavy metals, pesticides, acrylamide, and even PFAS.

You’ll also hear how to “upgrade” your cup—think low-acid single-origin beans, C8 MCT oil, collagen, and L-ergothioneine—to steady energy, smoother focus, and fewer crashes. Dr. Livingston shares his “Trust Pure” approach from farm-to-cup, why he delays coffee until mid-morning for better cortisol rhythm, and simple, tasty ways to make cold brew at home.

Share this episode with a coffee-loving friend who wants clean energy without the jitters.

• The real health upsides of coffee and how to get them without the downsides
• What to know about mold/mycotoxins, heavy metals, pesticides, acrylamide, and PFAS
• Why low-acid beans can be easier on the stomach
• Personalized coffee tolerance
• How/why to delay your first coffee until ~10 am for smoother energy and better cortisol alignment
• “Supercharging” your coffee: C8 MCT oil, collagen, and L-ergothioneine (a mitochondria-supporting antioxidant) for cleaner focus
• A simple, reliable cold brew method
• When coffee helps workouts—and when to skip the pre-workout hype

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Dr. Charles Livingston is the CEO and founder of Lifeboost Coffee, celebrated for its organic, low-acid, and sustainably sourced coffee. With a strong commitment to health and environmentally friendly practices, Dr. Livingston has built a reputation for delivering exceptional healthy coffee that supports both people and the planet.

As a Chiropractic Physician with thousands of hours dedicated to nutritional research, Dr. Livingston believes that feeling your best starts with fueling your body with the best—and coffee should be no exception. This philosophy inspired his mission to create the cleanest, highest-quality coffee in the world, that’s not only good for you but also tastes incredible. From that passion, Lifeboost Coffee was born!

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Episode 169 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast. In this candid, practical conversation, Ben Sterling sits down with host Dr. Anthony Balduzzi to unpack a stacked season—family stress, celebrations, grief, and schedule chaos—and how he kept momentum without chasing perfection. You’ll hear the real story behind Ben’s “anchor habits” (hydration, morning light, walks, protein-first meals) and how he flexes the variables—training volume, carb intake, and fasting windows—when life gets loud. The result is a repeatable framework for staying consistent when motivation is thin.

We also go deep on training smarter over 40: when to deload (and what that actually looks like), how to scale carbs to match workout demand, and simple injury work-arounds that protect knees and shoulders while you keep making progress. Ben shares shoulder and spine “hygiene” you’ll actually do in 5–10 minutes a day—think hangs, traction, and elbows-in pressing tweaks—plus a short, plug-and-play routine for high-stress weeks.

Finally, with candy season and holidays looming, Dr. A and Ben lay out a guilt-free playbook: plan one discrete splurge, donate the leftovers, and pair big meals with glycogen-draining training or a short reset fast so you refill muscle, not waistline. If you’ve been juggling responsibilities, emotions, and aches—and still want forward motion—Episode 169 gives you the mindset, micro-habits, and on-the-ground tactics to turn any setback into your next comeback.

• Keep 2–3 anchors non-negotiable (e.g., AM/PM walks, hydration, daylight).
• Training is a stressor—on high-stress weeks, deload beats grinding harder.
• Scale carbs to training demand; fasting is fine when appetite dips.
• Celebrate on purpose, once, and move on—avoid “carryover calories.”
• Don’t push through sharp pain; modify exercises and investigate imbalances.
• Shoulder comfort loves elbows-in pressing and smart exercise selection.
• Daily “spine hygiene” (hangs, gentle traction, rolling) pays off fast.
• For candy season: plan a discrete splurge, donate the rest, and reset.
• Empty the “carb buckets” (training + fasting) before big-carb events.
• Meaning-making matters: channel grief/stress into purposeful action.

• Fit Father / Fit Mother LIVE 2026 — August 7–9, 2026 Super Early Bird pricing now through Dec. 1. Click here and plan to join us!
• Sedona Retreats — Fit Mother Retreat March 2026. Fit Father Retreat April 2026.
• Belize Service Trip — June 6-12, 2026. See what it’s about here.

Foundations is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy women over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, Foundations can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest.

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