If you have an all-or-nothing thinking about eating & exercising, you already probably know that it doesn’t serve you. You know what I’m talking about – when we feel like we need to be all in, and if we’re not all in, we’re all out. Either we’re eating organic vegetables & homemade meals, or we’re ordering takeout. Why is it so hard for us humans to moderate? Especially, when it comes to our health habits. We think it should be easy – and at the beginning it is. But when life becomes stressful, or conditions are less than ideal, and we can’t live up to the expectations that we’ve set for ourselves, we feel like we’ve failed. One of the keys to success is to become resilient – to catch failure, correct our response, & move past it without making it mean that we’ve failed – that WE are a Read More . . .
Done with Dieting Episode #29: Brittany Deer
I was raised that it was gauche to talk about money, politics, or religion in polite company. As a result, so many of us find money to be a taboo topic; not having a good relationship with money, or the idea that we want money to be shameful. The truth is that regardless of income level, we still have problems. However, when we change our relationship with money, that problem goes away. Tune in to this interview with Brittany Deer to start understanding how your thoughts about money influence your capacity to have and retain money, and then what steps you can take to improve your relationship with it. About Brittany Deer: Brittany helps coaches change their relationship with money. Over three years, Brittany went from almost losing her home to foreclosure, almost losing her marriage due to financial strain, to hiring her first coach with money from a side Read More . . .
Feel Good Sisterhood Group Coaching Wait List
The Feel Good SisterhoodGroup Coaching, Accountability & Support Group, Live & Pre-Recorded TrainingsLearn how to work with your body instead of against it to create the result of looking and feeling amazing!Enrollment for the Feel Good Sisterhood is currently closed.If you would like to be notified during the next enrollment period, click the button below to join the wait list.The tentative next enrollment date is January 2022. JOIN THE WAITLIST You’ve tried all the diets and weight loss programs. Nothing works & you know that there has GOT to be a better way.You’re tired of the long list of foods that you can’t eat. The grueling exercises that you don’t have time or even want to do. Or the expensive pre-made meals that you have to buy all in the name of wanting to feel good in your clothes. I mean really – is it too much to ask to have a Read More . . .
Done with Dieting BONUS Episode: Feel Good Sisterhood Announcement
The Feel Good Sisterhood is a small group coaching program for women who want to lose weight but are done with dieting. The program takes all of my teachings, tools, and resources from my 1:1 coaching & puts them together in a sequential format. We will be addressing diet, physical activity, and other topics as they pertain to caring for ourselves and the person we desire to be in the future. The program will have 3 different aspects: weekly coaching calls, a community space for support and accountability between calls, as well as weekly teachings and resources to support your goals. Learn More about the Feel Good Sisterhood at https://elizabethsherman.com/groupcoaching Listen to the Full Episode: Featured on the Show: Full Episode Transcript: Hey everyone, welcome to today’s episode. So, I wanted to create a short episode about the feel good sisterhood because the program will be open for enrollment soon. Read More . . .
Done with Dieting Episode #27: How to Make Habits Stick
It’s so frustrating when we want to cultivate a new habit – we see other people doing it seamlessly – and yet, for us, it seems elusive. Whether it’s consistently exercising, going to bed on time, or eating a healthful diet, for all of us, there are just some habits that just don’t seem to stick. Why is that? Many of us think that we’re just not trying hard enough. Or that we’re just wired this way. But what if it’s neither of those things and something that we can change? In this episode, I’ll explain the Neuro Linguistic Programming Logical Levels of Change, and how it applies to your health behaviors – and what to do to finally figure out how to get ourselves to stick to those behaviors that we KNOW are good for us. What You’ll Learn from this Episode Listen to the Full Episode: Featured on Read More . . .
Done with Dieting Episode #26: Goal Setting
They say that a goal without a plan is a wish. When we decide that we want to lose weight, run a 5k, or even do something as simple as eating healthier, we know what we want, but often, we don’t spend the time to figure out how it’s going to get done. Sometimes, we think about accomplishing something, and although the idea of having that thing is appealing, we don’t want to do the work to make it happen. But when something IS important, something that we really really want, a little bit of forethought can really help to aid in success. In this episode, you’ll learn how to set goals, and then follow through using the obstacles and barriers that perceive to make us successful. What you’ll Learn from this Episode Listen to the Full Episode: Featured on the Show: Full Episode Transcript: You are listening to the Read More . . .
Done with Dieting Episode #21: Discomfort Now or Later
I used to think that I didn’t have any self-discipline. The desire for whatever it was that I was craving was so strong that I couldn’t get over the immediate gratification. What I didn’t realize was that by giving in to what it was that I wanted in the moment, so that I could be more comfortable mentally, I was giving up what I really wanted – which was to be more comfortable later physically. See, every decision that we make will cause us to feel pain or discomfort now, or discomfort later. It was a lesson that I learned when I realized why I procrastinated so much as a younger woman. Why was I doing that? I was procrastinating because I was feeling discomfort about doing the thing that I was avoiding doing. As a result, the longer I procrastinated, the worse my discomfort became – until it was Read More . . .
Feel Good Sisterhood Group Coaching
Easily Manage your Weight without Dieting Join the Feel Good Sisterhood NOW You’ve tried all the diets and weight loss programs. Nothing works Anymore! You know that there HAS TO BE a better way…. But you’re not even sure how to find it.It’s frustrating and discouraging when the techniques that used to work as a younger woman stop being effective. What makes things worse, is that all anyone can suggest is tired old advice: “Eat Less and Move More”. Meanwhile, all you can think is, “If I eat any less, I’ll be living on rice cakes and ice cubes! It’s not fair.” Yet when you think about never dieting again, you begin to think things like: “I can’t allow myself to get any bigger! This has to stop. I just need to do better.” So you try harder.You hire a new trainer.Prep your meals for the week.Start weighing, measuring, and logging your Read More . . .
Done with Dieting Episode #15: When other people lose weight
It’s hard not to feel like something is wrong with us when we try so hard to lose weight and it seems like everyone around us is having massive success. Sometimes we feel jealous, petty, and downright resentful. We want to be the supportive friend, but far too often when other people around us are having success in getting consistent with their exercise habits, discovering great new ways of preparing vegetables, or are completely beaming because they feel like they’ve discovered their magic formula, what we really want to do is punch them in the nose. But we can’t do that. In this episode of the Done with Dieting Podcast, learn the three (3) secrets that can turn that negative thought pattern around so that you can use other people’s success as motivation instead of deflating you. What You’ll Learn from this Episode Listen to the Full Episode: Featured on Read More . . .
Effective
Elizabeth has been extremely helpful in helping me work through major challenges I’ve experienced over the past few months. She has a way of getting straight to the core of the matter and helping me gain new perspectives which leave me empowered and clearer on how to achieve my most important goals. I always come away from our sessions lighter and full of solutions, which is a sharp contrast to how I feel beforehand when I’m stuck or overthinking. Elizabeth is attentive, caring and full of wisdom, she’s been an amazing companion to have on my journey. If you’re looking for someone who will truly champions your goals and desires then she’s the coach you need! Nothing is off limits from life, business or health, she is highly skilled at helping you with what you need most! Read More . . .
Schedule a Call with Elizabeth
Take Control of Your Health The Strategy Call Designed for Midlife Women Who Know What to Do—But Aren’t Doing It (Yet)Turn your knowledge into action with personalized guidance tailored to your unique midlife journey. Schedule Your Call Does This Sound Familiar?You know how to eat healthier, but stress and time always seem to get in the way.You’ve tried diets and workout plans, but nothing sticks for the long term.You wake up tired, feel overwhelmed by midlife changes, and just want to feel like yourself again.You’re not alone. Many women feel this way during midlife transitions. But with the right plan and support, you can move forward with confidence and ease. What This Call Will Do for YouThis call has the potential to break through barriers and create lasting change.In our 45-minute session, we’ll work together to:Pinpoint What’s Holding You Back: Identify the root causes of your challenges and clarify your goals.Create Read More . . .
What is Coaching?
slirtn ek kejtois ikjd flije flk olidfj idjflkdsjld dk dk dk dk lsileknfoek sk dk slid slke dlisi dk lsike sidnslitnel slid dk d dkl s sl s slkd sliejrliwls text the rain in spain fall sm ainliylin the lplane the reaind is napsind isa’slkdfnkd kdfjieoweisdnsl kdjd id lskdoiethieos skdknd f kd ls kdnf lksd d lkdf Coaching has been defined in many ways. The essence of coaching is: To help you change in the way you wish and to help you go in the direction you desire. As a coach, I support you at every level in becoming who you desire to become. Coaching builds awareness, empowers choice, and leads to change. It unlocks your potential to maximize your performance and achieve your goals. Coaching unlocks the answers within you – because you already know what’s best for you. Coaching has traditionally been associated with sports. Every top athlete has Read More . . .
IYP – The Intentionally You Project
The Intentionally You ProjectDitch frustration and master the tools that will help you live your best life in your best body… every day. Click Here to Sign-Up! The 4-week program for busy Women who Mean Business, are ready to leave their old BS in the dust, and start consistently meeting their health and wellness goals ””The Intentionally You Project makes you think through your limiting beliefs, and how we think about our health. While the information is presented in a way to help you with your health and wellness, it can be applied to so many different aspects of your life, which I think is really awesome! CharityLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed non maximus erat, et bibendum leo. Duis ut massa ante. Orci varius natoque penatibus et magnis dis parturient montes, nascetur ridiculus mus. Sed pulvinar rhoncus risus vestibulum luctus. Nunc pretium, mauris id maximus interdum, Read More . . .
IYP – The Intentionally You Project – Waitlist
The Intentionally You ProjectDitch frustration and master the tools that will help you live your best life in your best body… every day. Click Here to Sign-Up! The 4-week program for busy Women who Mean Business, are ready to leave their old BS in the dust, and start consistently meeting their health and wellness goals ””The Intentionally You Project makes you think through your limiting beliefs, and how we think about our health. While the information is presented in a way to help you with your health and wellness, it can be applied to so many different aspects of your life, which I think is really awesome! CharityLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed non maximus erat, et bibendum leo. Duis ut massa ante. Orci varius natoque penatibus et magnis dis parturient montes, nascetur ridiculus mus. Sed pulvinar rhoncus risus vestibulum luctus. Nunc pretium, mauris id maximus interdum, Read More . . .
IYP – The Intentionally You Project – OLD
The Intentionally You Project Click Here to Sign-Up! The life you really want to live is waiting for you. In order to claim it, you must make a decision that the life you have now is not enough, that you want and deserve more. Not everyone believes this to be true, but if you do… read on. If any of the following resonates with you, it’s time to get more intentional about your life goals.Are you: Tired of being too tired to exercise after a long day of meetings or sitting at your desk? Yet you’ve barely moved? Feeling frustrated from a lack of results due to your schedule? A lack of motivation? Or discipline? Are you stuck in a plateau? Overwhelmed by all the advice that good intentioned friends, family and co-workers are giving you? Or are you at your goal weight, but white knuckling it? Paralyzed by fear of Read More . . .
Work with Me
What if weight loss wasn’t hard? What if the reason that weight loss was difficult was because you were following the rules for someone else? The rules for someone else’s body? You’ve probably heard that weight loss isn’t a one-sized-fits-all approach, but what does that really mean? It means that most diets and exercise plans are designed for the masses: 50% men, 50% women, and all with normal hormones. But as women age, our hormones change to accommodate our body entering a new stage of life. As a nutritionist, personal trainer, life coach, and fellow woman smack dab in the center of mid-life and menopause, I offer a proven process grounded in the science of not only the body and what techniques and approaches work best, but also brain science so that you can understand why the cupcake is more desirable than the carrot. I had to figure the exercise piece, Read More . . .
How To Win Your Resolutions
As the calendar changes from December to January, it’s totally natural to want to put everything from the past year behind us, and look to the possibility and potential of the new year. What does this year have in store for us? It’s almost like Christmas morning – wondering how the year is going to unfold? What amazing things are we going to experience? A LOT can happen in a year. There will be births and deaths. You could be in a very different place, financially. You could have a new job (maybe you want that) or a new business. The potential is limitless! Its so exciting because we know that no matter what – we will not be in exactly the same situation we’re in right now. It might be pretty similar, but it won’t be exactly the same. The world is always changing. So, how much influence do Read More . . .
Which should I do first? Lift Weights or Cardio?
It’s one of the most common questions I get asked, “Elizabeth, which one should I do first? Strength train? Or cardio?” And, as always, the answer is, “It depends.” It depends on your goals. Why are you doing one or the other, or both. Do you have goals to run a sub 3 hour marathon? Or do you have a goal to compete in a strongman competition? Okay – I realize that you probably don’t have either of those goals in mind, BUT you might want to run a 5k, or just look toned – like your muscles are flexed even when they’re not. While doing higher amounts of cardio to prepare for your race is going to compete with muscle growth and maintenance, the flip side is that having a ton of muscle is going to slow you down for your speed goals. The short answer is that you want to Read More . . .
Do your muscles need to be confused?
I ran into a friend of mine recently at the gym. I hadn’t seen her in quite some time. As is typically the case when I run into friends, we started talking about her workouts. She told me about her class schedule. Mondays she was going to boxing class, Tuesday was HIIT Circuit, Wednesday was Spin, Thursday she went to yoga, and Friday was TRX. At the end, she added, “I’m just trying to confuse my muscles.” I walked away from that conversation being confused myself! Muscle Confusion. It’s a catch phrase that caught on through P90X to combat the dreaded plateau. And I think it might be brilliant marketing, although it’s a completely made up concept. The idea is that, to avoid a plateau, we must constantly ‘confuse’ our muscles – otherwise, they get used to what we’re doing. Ok. So, there might be a grain of truth in Read More . . .
But I don’t feel like it.
How often do we allow our feelings to dictate our actions? “I don’t feel like ___________fill in the blank________.” (exercising, eating my vegetables, paying my bills, getting up in the morning) In her book, the Willpower Instinct, Dr. Kelly McGonigal breaks willpower into three distinct types: ‘I won’t power’ willing yourself to abstain from certain behaviors, like quitting smoking, spending money, overeating, or biting your tongue; ‘I will power’, willing yourself to do something like eat vegetables, or exercising; ‘I want power’, the ability to go after a long-term goal in spite of obstacles and barriers. What immediate ‘want’ is most likely to distract you or tempt you away from this goal? Normally, when we think about willpower, we think of ‘I won’t power’ – things that we want to stop doing. We think of ‘I will power’ as motivation. I will go to the gym. OR I will pay my taxes on time. Read More . . .