As a seasoned veteran in the battle with restrictive diets and excessive exercise, I was thrilled to sit across from midlife coach Kristin Jackson, an example of balance in the health and wellness arena. Our heartfelt conversation peels back the layers of her transition from a personal trainer, once bound by the shackles of extreme fitness regimens, to a champion of the holistic FASTer Way program. Kristin's story of navigating the rough seas of perimenopause, a late-in-life pregnancy, and body changes make for an identifiable tale of a woman steering through midlife. Kristin found her way to nutrition that celebrates whole foods, champions gut health, and embraces the ebb and flow of individual needs. The journey through the FASTer Way program is akin to unearthing a treasure trove of health secrets that have reshaped not only my life but countless others seeking sustainable wellness. We discuss the transformative power of macro nutrition, intermittent fasting, and getting your body moving. But this episode is about more than just food and fitness; it’s about breaking free from the chains of an all-or-nothing mindset and finding joy in life's simple indulgences. We unpack the reasons that drove Kristin to coach, fueled by her personal health wins and the profound reward in guiding others to feel better in their own skin. In the company of the FASTer Way's dedicated professionals, from the visionary CEO to the spirited pro trainers, we explore the strength of a community united by the pursuit of transformative health. Kristin shares inspiring client stories, from individuals reclaiming their vitality to those just wanting to feel good in "the dress". You can find Kristin Jackson at:  https://www.instagram.com/kristinjackson_2021/ https://www.facebook.com/kristin.m.Jackson21 FASTer Way https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/ Follow Asking for a Friend on Social media outlets: https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/ https://www.facebook.com/askforafriendpod/ Please provide a review and share. This helps us grow! https://lovethepodcast.com/AFAF