Momming & Muscles

Join Kayla Michiel, personal trainer and first-time mama, for motivation, tips and resources on motherhood, parenting, fitness and health, leadership and more. Get inspired, empowered and know that whatever you are going through in life, you are not alone, and you are worthy of happiness too.

Get Rid of Mom Guilt

Do you experience mom guilt? Me too! Let’s talk about it, how to combat it and how to make that time for yourself and prioritize self care.

06-11
13:54

Realistic Nutrition Tips

Kayla talks about keeping it simple and how you can still eat all the foods you love.

05-22
17:05

You’ll Find You Again - Postpartum Journey

Kayla gets vulnerable about her postpartum experiences with both of her kids and Postpartum Depression. Mamas, this is for you to know you’re not alone!

04-24
27:44

How to Go For What You Want…and Get It

We are back finally! Kayla gives tips on how to go after what you want and how to do it with confidence.

04-17
10:57

All About Gaining Muscle

Looking to get those gains or get that toned look? Let’s talk about gaining muscle/bulking! Kayla gives tips on how to plan for a muscle gaining period and how to do so with your workouts and nutrition.

03-20
18:19

Supplements Simplified: Must-Haves vs. Nice-to-Haves

It is episode 3 in our Nutrition Series and we are diving into supplements - which ones everyone can benefit from and which ones might help you, but aren't necessary. Kayla also dives into how each supplement can help you in ways that are more than just about fitness.

10-10
15:54

Fueling Right: How Much to Eat & Why Labels Matter

Tune in for the second episode of the Nutrition Series to learn about how much you should be eating. Get tips on how to calculate your caloric needs, master your portions, read food labels, and get that protein intake in!

10-01
18:40

Starting Strong: Key Nutrition Terms Explained

We are kicking off our Nutrition Series with explaining the basic terminology you'll need to know. We got over what macros are and what their purpose is, different calorie amounts and what they mean, and some other terms you'll be hearing me use throughout the series! Be sure to tune in next week as we dive deeper into how much and what you should be eating!

09-18
17:06

Show Up Anyway: How to Level Up Your Fitness

Your mood doesn’t matter—your discipline does. In this episode, we’re cutting through the excuses and breaking down how to lock in, keep it simple, and level up your fitness. Learn how to flip your mindset, stop overcomplicating the process, and lean on discipline when motivation isn’t there. It’s time to show up, put in the work, and let the results speak for themselves.

09-11
13:39

Being a Woman in a Man's World - Owning Your Expertise in Male-Dominated Fields

Don't shrink down - show up twice as strong. Kayla talks about her background in the sports and fitness industry and gives tips on how to own your expertise, show up confidently, and be the fierce woman you are. You DO belong in your industry and it's time to keep owning your space.

09-02
16:36

Daily Anchors: A Simple Tool for Mental Resets

Learn what a daily anchor is and how to build these anchors into your everyday to help ground you, keep that positive mindset and work on simple, but intentional habits that can improve your mental health.

08-26
10:52

Lifting With Intention: How to Actually Get "Toned"

Getting "toned" actually means building and revealing muscle! In this episode, Kayla dives into how we can maximize those muscle gains in the gym to get the outcome we are looking for.

08-22
14:59

Your Identity As A Mom

We often hear women talking about losing themselves in motherhood. I'm here to tell you that you don't have to! You can still have an identity outside of being a mom and it will lead you to be a much healthier, happier person. Listen in for tips and motivation on how to ditch that mom guilt and go for it!

08-14
14:20

Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself...We're Back!

Kayla finally returns with a little reintroduction of herself and the Momming & Muscles podcast. She is excited to share weekly episodes with you with real life conversations about motherhood, fitness, career, motivation and MORE!

08-08
10:12

How to Get Out of a Plateau

In this episode, Kayla shares how to get out of a plateau in your fitness journey by being intentional, making the hard choices, and sharing her personal journey with this topic.

09-23
15:29

Fitness Fact Vs Fiction

Hear the truth about certain fitness hot topics in this latest episode!

08-07
13:19

How to Be Disciplined

Motivation won’t always be there - that’s when you have to be disciplined. Here’s a pep talk on how to develop that self discipline and stay consistent on your health and fitness journey!

10-03
12:02

Fitness Seasons & How to Set Goals Accordingly

The season of life you are in can greatly impact what is realistic for your current fitness goals! It’s time to reevaluate and refocus as we near the end of 2023 and figure out what goals are sustainable for us. Kayla gives tips and encouragement on how to do so while sharing her own current journey.

09-05
18:22

5 Ways to Prioritize Your Mental Health

In this episode, hear some simple tips to prioritize and improve your mental health!

08-29
15:17

My Top Tips on Balancing It All as a Mom

In this episode I give some of my top tips on how I balance self care, house upkeep and working while still being a present mama.

02-27
20:29

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