Could your Christian faith be a powerful strategy for your weight loss journey? In today’s podcast episode, my guest, personal trainer and FASTer Way coach Etta Gibson, shares how she merges her faith, nutrition, and fitness as her Christian calling. We’ll discuss how spiritual principles can guide you towards a healthier lifestyle, help you overcome challenges, and inspire lasting transformation. Whether you’re seeking to honor your body as a temple, find strength in prayer, or discover a...

Do you love your carbs and can’t stick with a keto-like eating plan? Carb cycling is the solution to this common problem! Today’s lesson shares the what, why, and how of this fat burning strategy - one of many strategies to learn in my 6-week FASTer Way to Fat Loss® classes. Grab a pencil because carb cycling class is in session!  Grab my CARB HACKS FOR FAT LOSS guide here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vu7OJFecd47v8xnOqG9ZjJYYx6teBOZl/view?usp=sharing  CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the...

Have you ever considered that your difficulty in losing weight could be chronic inflammation? It can be a silent condition wreaking havoc on your body and attributed to everything from anxiety to diabetes to heart disease. In this episode, Louise Digby, nutritional therapist, shares wellness information especially for us fabulous-over-50 women so we can both avoid disease AND successfully lose fat.  Contact Louise Digby on Instagram @louisedigbynutrition, at her website...

How are we to stick to our weight loss goals and healthy weight management with vacations, holidays, and long weekends away this summer? In today’s episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, the lessons are all about what NOT to do after a vacation, long holiday, or even a binge - plus some tips on what non-negotiables to maintain while you are away. You don’t want to miss this shorty episode! Here’s a free download also... my Healthy Travel Guide. It has a packing list, travel workouts, healthy fast food...

You’ve seen her before, the friend who successfully loses significant weight but then falls back into old patterns and thinking - only to regain every bit of the weight back. If the thoughts aren’t changed that got her there, then she can expect to be right back in the same place. Our mindset has everything to do with consistency. Today’s episode will teach 7 mindset shifts to help you be consistent with your healthy nutrition and fitness goals. CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following...

Do you suspect that the quantity and frequency of your alcoholic drinks are impeding your weight loss journey? Today my guest is Stacy Miller, a friend and coach who became sober over 11 years ago. She not only lost weight but changed her mindset around alcohol and became an advocate for reducing and eliminating alcohol as a part of every woman’s health journey.  Get ready to take notes because you  are going to want to use Stacy’s strategies to help you reduce - both your alcohol and your...

There are so many options out there when you are looking to lose weight. Keto, Mediterranean, Noom, Optavia, gastric band, Ozempic, Weight Watchers, and so many more…and more are surely coming our way to grab our false hope, our money, and can make it harder to lose weight with the next try. Unfortunately, most of these so-called solutions result in only temporary losses. As a very educated and fit woman at nearly 58 years old, I want to educate you so you don’t fall for the promises of fast...

Do you have a sweet tooth but are also working on weight loss? Do you ever worry about your sweet tooth causing you Type 2 diabetes later. Or maybe you are afraid to eat starchy carbs because of the blood sugar spike.  Today I am sharing 4 hacks that we can do to minimize those blood sugar spikes. Now that’s sweet! Glucose Revolution book: https://amzn.to/4aEFc8z Follow Jessie Inchauspe @glucosegoddess CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways:  ENROLL in my next FASTer Way...

The components of your meals matter for fat loss success but if macro tracking and reaching your macro targets feels overwhelming, you won’t do it. If that’s you, I invite you to tune in to today’s Fat Loss School podcast where the lesson will be 5 hacks that make macro tracking a breeze. Your waistline and your peaceful brain will thank you! Macro Cheat Sheet #1 (1-pager): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wCicU1evgf2hEwecojKqF2J__NoX8w7a/edit Macro Cheat Sheet...

If you are tired of wasting time googling workouts or diet fads without a strategic and effective plan to follow and want to see how our secret sauce can help you reach your weight loss goals, listen to today’s episode where Senior Director of Programming for FASTer Way to Fat Loss® Haven Hennessey spills the tea on how our workouts and nutrition are paired and planned for continuous progress.   Follow Haven on Instagram @havenhenn and become a FASTer Way client to workout with...

If you are struggling to lose weight, you may be going about weight loss all wrong. I was and had no idea. Despite all of the ways I tried, nothing worked or, even if it worked temporarily, the weight came right back (with a vengeance). Listen to today’s episode to learn from my mistakes...because when you know better, you do better. Now in our 50s, we can’t keep doing the same thing and expect better results. Be open to learning and changing strategies in order to lose inches and pounds in a...

Dread workouts? Have you suffered through hours of boredom on a treadmill or elliptical? Maybe you’ve joined a gym but never darken the doorway? You have subscribed to many bootcamps and memberships but you just can’t learn to love exercise. I get it. I hear from women all of the time that are in 2 extremes…they either love their workouts…or never work out. I want to help you start and stick with an exercise plan at least long enough to begin to LIKE it, feel its benefits, and see its...

You are looking to lose weight so your favorite clothes fit again and I am your teacher, coach, and cheerleader to get you there with my FASTer Way class. But I want to help you look slimmer TODAY and there are tricks that we all can use to look slimmer TODAY! That’s why I invited today’s guest Serena Butler of Style with Serena. She’s sharing her best slimming tips and even recommendations for swimsuits, shoes, and layering pieces so we can stay covered and cool this spring and summer while...

You know that you need to lower your calories to burn fat to lose weight. ”Eat less-Exercise More,” right?  But do you know that lowering your calories too much causes your body to stubbornly hold onto fat?  It’s true. In this episode, learn WHY eating too few calories actually BACKFIRES on your weight loss efforts and what to do instead!  CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways:  ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN FOLLOW...

Do you believe the best way to lose weight is to follow a Keto-type low carb diet? Maybe you’ve had success losing that way before but you just always cave to the carb cravings. I hear ya!  Today class will be taught by a keto convert who will share her experience of moving from super low carbs to re-introducing healthy carbs and carb cycling. Did she gain weight? Can she sustain her new way of eating long term? What carbs does she eat? Don’t skip class to get all of these answers and...

Are you eating out way too much just because you aren’t inspired with healthy recipe ideas? Well, I have you covered today in FAT LOSS SCHOOL as I share 3 easy ways to get a healthy meal on the table that the whole family will love - and it’s healthy enough to support your weight loss goals.  Here are your (free downloadable) cheat sheets:   10 Chicken Recipes for Batch Cooking: https://amybryanfasterway.myflodesk.com/xg406mv88x  Sheet Pan Roasting Cheat Sheet:...

Do you constantly wish for a thinner body, tighter skin, fewer wrinkles, better posture, thicker hair, etc? Is it body dysmorphia? How do we fix our self-talk, and focus on health and body positivity. And if I, as a nutrition/fitness coach, feel this way, I can only imagine the feelings and self-talk of other women. Today my guest is a 60 yr old NYC model and recent client in my FASTer Way 6 week class. Our discussion is about body dysmorphia and body positivity - possible, yes!  AT OUR...

Today I’m taking you on a FIELD TRIP to learn how to navigate travel and vacations while still seeing weight loss. You can do both! Today I’ll share some healthy habits not to leave at home, share some restaurant tips and convenience store snacks, as well as an on-the-go Travel Guide freebie so you don’t have to compromise your fat loss goals while you enjoy holidays, trips, and special occasions. Being equipped with these strategies is a game-changer for reaching your fat loss goals. Now...

Who doesn’t need inspiration for an easy & quick lunch? Trainer Kelly Chall is a busy working mom who one day shared how easily she puts together a macro-friendly, nutrient dense, delicious lunch at work. She got so many views and comments that she decided to keep it up. You can watch “Lunchtime Cooking with Kelly” on Instagram @ChallKel but today you can hear her share the formula she uses for filling her giant bowls to fuel her well. As a bonus, she shares about navigating training for...

If you’ve ever been embarrassed by the amount of screentime on your phone, are watching your life from behind the phone camera, or have ever wondered where the time went when you simply wanted to check one thing on your phone ….then you are in the right place today, my friend, because today’s topic is social media and it’s role in your overall health. My guest, Stefanie Gass, a successful online business professional, shares her journey of breaking free from a self-proclaimed addiction to...

Want to know why long-term FASTer Way clients stick around? What is the secret sauce that keeps them happy and making progress? In this episode, three VIPs are interviewed to learn their favorite aspect of the FASTer Way healthy lifestyle...and also their struggles and tips for overcoming them. Listen here to learn how the FASTer Way might help you on your fat loss and healthy lifestyle journey.   CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways:  ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week...

You’ve heard me say I exercise LESS now than in my 30s and 40s and yet I am leaner and stronger. You are wondering how that is possible. How did I slim down without running more miles? What do I do in 30 minute sessions that make such a difference? And how do I stick with an exercise plan without getting bored or having a plateau in my progress? In this episode I am spilling the beans on FOUR things you may be doing wrong in your exercise plan that is costing you the body composition changes...

February is Heart Health Month. You may ask: what has fat loss got to do with heart health?  Well, take a seat in class for today’s  interview of a physician to understand the correlation, your potential risks, and how lifestyle factors can prevent or reverse heart disease. GRAB OUR FREE DOWNLOAD Women’s Heart Health: Know the Risks HERE: https://amybryanfasterway.myflodesk.com/xjwimdg0ac CONNECT with Dr. Slabinski on Instagram @carmencitaslabinskimd or on Facebook under Carmencita...

It’s hard to start a healthy food & fitness plan when your sweetheart wants the same old Standard American Diet (SAD). Listen to today’s episode for some tips to get your partner on board to support and maybe even join you! CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways:  ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN FOLLOW me on Instagram @amybryanfasterway EMAIL me at [email protected] JOIN my free info group, SCHEDULE a discovery...

Want to lose fat and look and feel younger? In today’s episode I share about biological age, the FASTer Way to Fat Loss® healthy fat loss priorities, and how Cameron Diaz’s The Longevity Book touts those same FASTer Way priority strategies as anti-aging miracles!  You’re not going to want to miss this! The Longevity Book:  The Science of Aging, the Biology of Strength, and the Privilege of Time by Cameron Diaz. You can grab it here: https://amzn.to/42hVKAz CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of...