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Welcome to the Ambitious and Fit Podcast – the ultimate destination for high-achieving women who are ready to transform their bodies, minds, and lives with purpose and precision. Hosted by Michelle Stallings, a Certified Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset Coach, this show is your go-to resource for elevating your health, fitness, and mindset to match your highest ambitions.
Each episode delivers real, actionable insights backed by years of experience and expertise, empowering you to break free from burnout, reclaim your vitality, and thrive in every area of your life. Whether you’re navigating the balance of ambition and wellness or stepping into your next level of personal growth, Michelle’s guidance will help you take inspired action, without sacrificing the success you’ve worked so hard to build.
If you’re ready to become the best version of yourself – physically, mentally, and emotionally – join Michelle and her guests each week for transformative conversations that will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to show up as the confident, ambitious woman you’re meant to be.
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If you’ve ever thought your health journey was just about workouts and nutrition… think again. In this episode, Michelle shows you why your transformation isn’t just about you — it’s about the ripple effect you create as a role model in your family, career, and community. You’ll learn: Why high-achieving women crave more than results — they crave significance 💡How to step into “role model energy” daily (without perfection) 👑The simple shifts that inspire your family, your team, and your legac...
If you’ve ever thought, “When I hit the goal, then I’ll finally feel confident in my body”… but you still end up feeling like it’s never enough, this one’s for you. In this episode, Michelle breaks down 3 powerful shifts to help you stop chasing and start feeling at home in your own skin — now, not someday. You’ll learn: How to stop punishing yourself in workouts and start training with empowerment 💪Why perfection is keeping you stuck — and how to shift into alignment ⚡The inside-out identity...
If your health and transformation journey has ever felt like another full-time job… you’re not alone. In this episode, Michelle unpacks why extreme routines don’t last — and how to finally build health that works with your life instead of taking over your life. You’ll learn: Why the all-or-nothing approach always backfires ⚡The “flexible framework” that makes health sustainable 💡Simple tactics to fit workouts and nutrition into a busy schedule 🏋🏼♀️🥗How to stop starting over and build results...
You’ve seen the Instagram-perfect morning routines — green juice, meditation, journaling, workouts, and all before 7 a.m. But let’s be honest: for ambitious women like us, that’s not real life. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the truth about morning routines for high-achieving women — what actually matters, what doesn’t, and a simple framework you can implement tomorrow to feel more grounded, energized, and powerful. ✨ Inside this episode: The problem with “perfect” morning routines (an...
If you’ve ever felt unstoppable one week and totally drained the next, you’re not broken — you’re just working against your biology. In this episode, Michelle breaks down how to finally work with your cycle so you can feel strong, confident, and consistent month after month. You’ll learn: The 4 phases of your cycle and how each impacts your energy, workouts, and cravingsTactical ways to align your training and nutrition to each phaseHow birth control changes the picture (synthetic vs. natural...
If you’ve ever wondered why you crush it in your career but still feel stuck in your health, this episode is for you. Because the gap isn’t discipline — it’s the standards you’re holding for yourself and how you lead when no one’s watching. In this episode, Michelle breaks down: Why you keep starting strong but falling off (and how to stop it)What self-leadership actually looks like in your transformationHow to raise your standards without burning outTactical steps to align your daily actions...
If you’ve ever walked into a workout feeling like you needed to “make up for” what you ate yesterday or punish yourself for falling off track… this episode is going to shift everything for you. In today’s episode, we’re diving into: Why punishment sneaks into your workouts (+ how it holds you back) Simple mindset shift that flips your workouts from guilt → growth 🔑4 tactical reframes to help you train with empowerment + consistency 🏋🏼♀️How this mentality compounds + changes not just you...
Cravings don’t mean you’re weak—they’re signals. In this episode, Michelle breaks down why cravings really happen, how to decode them, and the exact steps to take when they show up (even if the “healthier swap” doesn’t hit the spot). You’ll learn: The 5 main causes of cravings for high-achieversHow to prevent cravings before they startA simple in-the-moment protocol to regain controlWhat to do when you try something healthy but still aren’t satisfiedIf this episode resonated, share it with a ...
If you’ve been doing all the things—the workouts, the nutrition, the mindset work—but still can’t seem to hold the results you want, this episode is going to hit home. Because here’s the truth: Your self-worth is the thermostat for everything in your life. If it’s set low, you’ll keep sabotaging your results, no matter how disciplined you are. In this episode, we’re breaking down: Why high-achieving women secretly struggle with self-worth (and how it shows up)The real reason you keep revertin...
If you feel like you’re working all the time but not actually getting closer to your goals, you might be stuck in productive procrastination—the sneakiest form of self-sabotage high-achieving women face. In this episode, I’ll walk you through: How to spot the difference between busy and productiveWhy staying in motion without direction is keeping you from your transformationHow to cut the fluff and focus only on the actions that actually move you forward✨ This Week Only: Apply and enroll in m...
Still telling yourself you’ll “start next week?” Still waiting for life to slow down before you go all in? You think you’re playing it safe… but you’re playing small. And it’s costing you more than you think. In this episode, Michelle calls out the truth behind delay, overthinking, and indecision—and walks you through what staying the same is really stealing from your results, your energy, and your identity. It’s time to stop circling the start. Let’s build her—now. 🔥 You’ll learn: Why waitin...
Still feeling bloated, low energy, or inflamed—even though you’re doing “everything right?” It’s not about going harder. It’s about supporting your body smarter. In this episode, Michelle shares small, high-impact shifts you can make in your pantry, home, and daily routine that actually move the needle on your gut health, hormones, energy, and transformation. These aren’t rules—they’re upgrades that help your body feel safe, supported, and ready to rise. 🔥 You’ll learn: Pantry & product s...
You don’t need another event to get in shape. You need a standard that carries you for life. In this episode, I share a personal moment at the gym that lit a fire in me—and will in you too. If you’ve ever trained for a wedding, trip, or deadline and found yourself starting over again later… this is why. You’ll walk away ready to shift from short-term goals to long-term devotion—so your results actually last. 💥 You’ll learn: Why deadline-based fitness keeps you stuckWhat it means to train for ...
Still tracking every bite but not feeling better in your body? Here’s the truth: it’s not about the numbers—it’s about the quality of what you’re putting in your body. In this episode, I’m breaking down why calorie counting often keeps high-achieving women stuck, tired, and frustrated—and what to focus on instead to feel energized, strong, and free. 💡 You’ll learn: Why tracking alone doesn’t equal transformationWhat real nourishment looks like (hint: it’s not sugar-free everything)The l...
Michelle shares why saying no is crucial for high-achieving women to protect their energy and avoid burnout. Learn how to set powerful boundaries, say no without guilt, and prioritize your success. Key Takeaways: Saying No = Protecting Your Success: Saying yes to everything drains your energy. Saying no is self-respect and energy protection.No Guilt: Say no with confidence. You don’t need to explain yourself—just honor your energy.Boundaries are Essential: Define your non-negotiables and set ...
You’re not stuck—you’re still negotiating with the version of you that plays small. In this episode, I’m calling out the patterns keeping you in the loop: over-preparing, starting over, making excuses that sound like logic. It’s time to stop entertaining your old self and become the woman you say you want to be. We name the loop. We break it. We rise. ✨ You’ll Learn: How to know if you’re still stuck in The Dabble LoopWhy you keep prepping but not actingHow to shift out of excuses and into id...
In this episode, Dr. Remina, a Functional Medicine Physician, joins me to discuss how stress affects our health as high-achieving women, particularly our gut health. We share practical tactics to calm the nervous system and manage stress effectively—essential for preventing burnout and optimizing our well-being. Key Topics: Stress and its impact on gut healthHow stress shows up in the bodyPractical tactics to calm the nervous systemDr. Remina’s top tips for stress managementConnect with Dr. R...
Still not feeling confident—even though you're working out, eating well, and doing “everything right”? You’re not alone. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the real reason you’re stuck in the confidence loop… and how to finally break free. You'll learn: Why confidence isn’t built through perfectionThe nervous system + identity connection no one talks aboutThe 3-part framework to become the woman who never has to “start over” againLinks: Apply for Mentorship: www.ambitiousandfit.comDM "NEXT...
Let’s stop normalizing bloating, low energy, and feeling off in our bodies. In this episode, Michelle is giving you 5 elevated (but simple) gut health shifts that every high-achieving woman should know — and most haven’t tried. No restrictive diets. No extremes. Just real tools, with the why behind each one, so you can start supporting your energy, confidence, and clarity from the inside out. Inside the episode: The real reasons you’re bloated or fatigued (even if you’re eating “clean”)The mi...
You don’t become the 1% by chance — you lead yourself there. In this episode, Michelle is sharing 7 habits that ambitious + fit women live by to feel strong in their bodies, clear in their minds, and deeply connected to the identity they’re building. These are the exact habits she uses — and the ones she mentors high-achieving women through every single day. They're not just about results. They're about embodiment. Inside the episode: What it really looks like to lead yourself like the woman ...
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