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65 | Strength Training for Moms: Realistic Fat Loss & Confidence Strategies with Rachel DeSonier, MS, RD, LD, CPT

65 | Strength Training for Moms: Realistic Fat Loss & Confidence Strategies with Rachel DeSonier, MS, RD, LD, CPT

Update: 2025-09-22
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What’s the best way for moms to lose fat, feel strong, and build confidence—without spending hours in the gym or obsessing over diets? Strength training.


In this episode, I’m joined by Rachel DeSonier—strength coach, nutrition expert, and host of the Effective Weight Loss for Moms Podcast. Rachel shares her perspective on why strength training is one of the most effective tools for fat loss and confidence, how moms can fuel their bodies without extremes, and realistic strategies for staying consistent in the middle of mom life.


If you’ve been stuck in cardio-only workouts or feeling overwhelmed about where to start with fitness and nutrition, this episode will give you practical, encouraging steps to move forward.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:



  • Why strength training is essential for fat loss and confidence

  • How nutrition can support busy moms without restriction

  • Rachel’s simple strategies for staying consistent

  • How to approach fitness and food in a way that works for mom life


Connect with Rachel!



 


👉 Learn more about the Strong, Nourished & Energized Mom Method Group Coaching Program at wellnessbyval.com/program.


 


Resources & Links:

✨ Join the Free Momma Wellness Hub where you will get nutrition tips, workouts, and more!



✨ Become an Insider and get the Weekly Newsletter! Get your free Balanced Plate Resource!



✨ Follow Val on Instagram for more tips! https://www.instagram.com/wellnessbyval_/


✨ Website: https://wellnessbyval.com/




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65 | Strength Training for Moms: Realistic Fat Loss & Confidence Strategies with Rachel DeSonier, MS, RD, LD, CPT

65 | Strength Training for Moms: Realistic Fat Loss & Confidence Strategies with Rachel DeSonier, MS, RD, LD, CPT

Val Warner | Registered Dietitian, Postpartum Fitness Coach