🎙️ In this episode of the Born to Thrive podcast, join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of optimizing hormonal health, understanding the detrimental effects of inflammation, and exploring the profound impact of mental health on your fitness journey. Our special guest, Nick Langer, brings over 14 years of expertise in the coaching industry, coupled with a passion for enhancing hormonal, functional, and mental well-being to help individuals achieve their fitness goals. 💪 Discover actionable insights and strategies to optimize your hormonal balance and unlock your full potential. Learn about the interconnectedness between hormonal health, inflammation, and mental well-being, and how addressing these factors can revolutionize your fitness journey. (1:25) Intro (4:05) Optimizing hormones  (10:10) Consistency with the basics (16:53) "Inflammation"  (22:38) Addressing mental health and mindset with clients (29:45) Ozempic and managing PCOS with nutrition  (40:15) Improving insulin sensitiviy  (49:18) Tips you can do to improve insulin sensitivy  (53:49) Setting expectations  (58:50) What does it mean to be thriving?