It’s Q&A time! Coaches Chauntae and Alyssa answer questions from their followers on fitness, motherhood, and lifestyle. But before jumping into the Q&A, Chauntae shares her experience with the ups and downs of building a brand, particularly the struggles with social media. Coach Chauntae recently asked her followers for feedback on her content, and the responses were eye-opening. She shares some surprising insights and how she'll continue working on sharing her empowerment message...

Functionality might look different for every athlete, but at the end of the day, we’re all just trying to improve ourselves and make our lives better in some way. In this episode, Dr. David shares his journey as a DPT, online coach, and mentor —from being all-in on powerlifting, to recovering from a herniated disc twice, and now being a dad who can lift his daughter and play with her—without any pain holding him back. We dive into how strength training, mental and physical health are all...

Ding dong! It’s Candy Season! 👻 Halloween can be a real fright for parents and dieters! Are you struggling to manage your little ones’ sweet cravings while trying to resist your own? Join coaches Alyssa and Chauntae as they share expert tips to help you navigate this spooky season with confidence. Learn how to enjoy Halloween without the guilt and keep your family’s health in check. Tune in and make this Halloween a treat, not a trick! 🎃 Enjoy, athletes! 💪🏽 ❤️Love the Podcast?? Leave us a...

Do you remember your PE classes? Did they inspire you to get healthier, faster, or stronger? For many of us, the answer is a resounding no. Instead of fostering a love for physical activity, they often left us dreading it! But that’s not the case for Tiffany and her students! As a dedicated PE teacher, Tiffany is transforming the lives of young women through strength training and weightlifting. In this episode, she shares how she's created a safe and fun environment where girls can discover...

You’ve scrolled through Instagram, seen that JACKED influencer flexing, and suddenly thought, "am I doing something wrong at the gym? Why don’t I look like that?" We’ve all been there! Wondering why your hard work isn’t showing the results you expected. In this episode, coaches Chauntae and Alyssa break down the reasons you might not be seeing the progress you deserve—and more importantly, what you can do to start maximizing those gains! Tune in if you’re ready to turn your efforts into real,...

Welcome to the show! Today, we’re thrilled to have Dr. Sam Kwieraga (@docsamfit), a game-changer in sports science and nutrition. If you're ready to rethink everything you know about fitness and health, this episode is for you! Dr. Sam dives deep into the unrealistic beauty standards pushed by the media—like those of Victoria's Secret models—and highlights how our medical system has let us down on education around nutrition and general health, leaving many afraid of carbs and stuck in the...

Do you know what your core values are, and are you living in alignment with them? In this episode, we explore the connection between values and goals and share the inspiration behind Path to Goals. Coach Denise breaks down the difference between values and goals, giving real-life examples of how they show up in our daily lives. Then, our coaches share their personal values, the journeys that shaped them, and how they try to live by these principles every day. These stories shed light on our...

No fitness or nutrition questions allowed! Our followers had the chance to ask Coach Alyssa and Chauntae anything non-fitness or nutrition related, and the questions did not disappoint! Announcement: The podcast will be going on a brief hold for 1 month as the coaches need the extra time to focus on work projects behind the sciences! After next week there will be no new episodes until October 14! ENJOY, ATHLETES!! ❤️Love the Podcast?? Please leave us a review to reach more women like you!...

How long have you been lifting those generic 3x10 app templates for? Well, it's time to LEARN how to ramp up your programming so you can start training like an athlete instead of a basic gym goer. In this episode the coaches share their personal goals when it comes to athleticism and body composition then dive into the top 3 things you need to keep in mind when designing your own program, how to structure your program, and lifting terminology you need to know that will help you continue...

Unless you've been living under a rock, you might have heard how cortisol and insulin causes you to gain fat. But is this true?? Coach Chauntae dives deep into how insulin works, how you become insulin resistant, the myths that are circulating around IG, and the facts you need to hear. Coach Alyssa dives into cortisol myths and facts, why acute cortisol is GOOD for us, what people actually mean when they say their hormones cause weight gain and lifestyle modifications you need to manage high...

In this episode, Alyssa and Chauntae tallk all about Gut Health! We dive into how your gut, often referred to as the "second brain," plays a crucial role in digestion, immune function, and even mood regulation. We discuss the key factors that contribute to a healthy gut, including the balance of good bacteria, the role of fiber in your diet, and the effects of stress on gut health. Plus, we share practical tips on how to improve and maintain a healthy gut through diet, lifestyle changes, and...

Hello Monday!! The day where many of us feel the regret of drinking too much and tell ourselves that next weekend will be different 🙃 In this episode, Coach Alyssa and Chauntae talk about Alcohol! If you can lose body fat while drinking, how it impacts strength and gaining muscle, and of course the negative side effects it has on our hormones, gut health, and brain health. ENJOY, ATHLETES!! ❤️Love the Podcast?? Leave us a review and at the end of the month you will be entered to win a 30...

Struggling with your fat loss goals? The Coaches got you! In this episode Alyssa and Chauntae share their top tips for preparing for a proper fat loss cycle! We hope this check list will help you pin point some of the skills you might need to work on before starting your cycle because the truth is... fat loss shouldn't be THAT hard! Well... maybe a little BUT you can definitely make it easier on yourself if you do the things we share in this episode. ENJOY, ATHLETES!! ❤️Love the Podcast??...

In this episode Alyssa and Chauntae talk about kids' nutrition! Growing up in the 90's we know firsthand what it's like being a young teenager with a terrible relationship with food and body so the coaches dive into how you, as the parent, can help your child have a healthy relationship with food. Coach Alyssa shares her top tips on managing sweets and balanced whole foods with your toddler, the best language to use when talking to your kids about food and their body, poritons, mini meals,...

In this episode Alyssa, Chauntae and Deinse share their thoughts and personal experiences with the popular group fitness gym F45. Coach Alyssa and Chauntae went undercover to expereince F45 for themselves for the podcast review. Coach Denise is a former F45 memeber for an entire year before she left to pursue more advanced fitness goals at ther current fitness gym. The coaches dive into the true definition of progressive overload, difference between working out and training, and why you are...

In this special episode we have 3 amazing Athletes: Hilary Brennen, Jessica Martinez, Esperanza Armenta, who share their unique stories about their coaching experience and the challenges they overcame while being here. Our goal with sharing these stories to our audience is to hear voices of people who are just like you. Most people start their transformation journey with doubt, fear and many barriers but only those who refuse to quit and do the hard things daily are the ones who succeed. We...

This episode was an unplanned episode that the coaches unpack a tough topic inspired by "feedback" we received from a client exiting the program about showcasing body transformations online. We discuss how and why we shifted our brand to the athlete mentality, why living out loud and body transformations are important to us, and Chauntae shares personal experience with body dysmorphia that led to create this brand in the first place. ENJOY, ATHLETES!! We want to hear from you!! Got...

Chrissy Stragisher is a Certified strength and Conditioning Specialist, Performance enhancement specialist, and Level 1 sports performance coach. She has trained 15 WNBA all-stars, 5 Olympians who represented in 5 different counties, and has influenced the lives of young female athletes through motivational speeches, videos and training programs. In this episode we dive into the power of mindset for young female athletes, how preparation is required for gaining confidence, and behavior...

It's almost that time of the year for hot summer festivals, traveling, vacations, BBQ's, wineries, and more which means this usually comes with a lot of good food, drinking, and less structure around our routines. In this episode Coach Alyssa and Chauntae tackle how to stay on track with your health an d fitness goals so you come back from any celebration or vacation feeling amazziiiing! Both Alyssa and Chauntae have traveled to over 20 counties combined and share their own experiences of...

Sirena Morena is a Wellness Competitor on a mission to inspire women to go after their dreams no matter what obstacles are in your way! Sirena shares her story of how she struggled and overcame postpartum depression, her long journey into her first wellness competition, and how she inspires her followers through positivity and mindset. If you want to add more JOY to your IG feed, Sirena is definitely someone to follow ASAP! ENJOY, ATHLETES!! Follow Sirena on Instagram @sirenamorenaaa We...

Have you ever heard an online coach say, "You can eat whatever you want and still lose weight!", or "Exercise should be fun! Just do whatever you enjoy!" Sounds too good to be true right? Well, it is and we're here to be real with you all and talk about the reality of permanent lifestyle changes most fitness coaches don't want to tell you. ENJOY, ATHLETES! We want to hear from you!! Got questions?? We have answers! Ask us anything about nutrition, strength training, building muscle, or...

If you've been following Path to Goals for a while you know that we LOVE photoshoots and encourage all of our clients to book one! Why?? Because there's nothing better than capturing a unique moment in time while feeling amazing in your own skin! Keisha is a Southern California photographer helping people of all ages and bodies feel confident in front of the camera. Her photography skills go beyond the basic camera and pose most photographers offer. She provides clients with an array of add...

In this episode we welcome Coach Alyssa's baby number two, Elena Sofia Vargas! Alyssa shares her labor and delivery story with an unexpected natural birth after the epidural failed 3 times!! She shares how lifting heavy throughout pregnancy and deep beathing through painful contractions gave her the confidence she needed to deliver naturally after she realized the Epidural wasn't an option. What a strong mama! ENJOY, ATHLETES!! We want to hear from you!! Got questions?? We have answers!...

In this episode we are joined by special guest, Jenny Phan who is Personal Finance Expert building first generational wealth! Jenny has an inspiring story of paying off 100k in debt with one goal in mind- to gain financial freedom. Now, Jenny is coaching others to do the same! However, reaching this goal did not come without years of immense sacrifice and dedication so we talk about what she did to make her goal a reality and the similarities between building generational wealth and building...