You know that "I'll start fresh in January" energy? Yeah… I'm calling BS on that. In this episode, it's time to break up with that New Year hype and showing you how to start your comeback now, right in the middle of the messy, cookie-filled, pre-holiday chaos.

Because here's the truth: dates don't create change—reflection does.

• Why waiting for January 1st keeps us stuck in the same "start-over" cycle

• The 3-step year-end reset I use with my clients: Review. Reset. Reimagine.

• How to build boring but bulletproof consistency that actually lasts past February

• The real difference between "motivation" and "momentum" (and why one's a trap)

• My REPS method—Realistic, Excited, Planned, Sustainable—for creating habits that fit your actual life

• Why chasing six-week miracles never works and what to do instead

If your workouts feel like punishment, your meal plan feels like a spreadsheet, and your "New Year, New Me" energy always crashes by President's Day, this episode is your wake-up call. I'm keeping it real, funny, and relatable while showing you how to ditch the pressure, stop waiting for perfect, and start stacking small wins right now.

Take a real look at what worked this year and what didn't. Celebrate your small wins (yes, they count), then pick one to three boring-but-doable habits to carry through the holidays. This is how you stop being the women who disappears by February and become the woman who's still showing up strong in May.

Check out my free "Slay the Season Without Losing Your Sh*t" 5-day audio series, it's bite-sized coaching to help you enjoy the holidays without starting over. https://kimbarnesjefferson.lpages.co/5-days-slay-holiday
And don't miss my free Live Q&A on November 19th, no scripts, no fluff, just real talk about what's actually holding you back.

You don't need a new year. You just need new reps.

Tune in now, reflect on your wins, and let's start building your next chapter—no waiting required.

Back in my competition days, rest days weren't a thing. My "recovery" was half-assed yoga followed by guilt because I wasn't drenched in sweat. If I wasn't training six days a week with a side of cardio, I thought my gains would evaporate.

Sound familiar?

Fast-forward to today, I've softened my stance. Most women I coach are juggling work, kids, parents, and a full-on life. 90 minute workouts just aren't it anymore. So let's talk about how to get strong without burning out.

This week, I'm sharing my takeaways from Dr. Bret Contreras' conversation on the Huberman Lab Podcast, all about how much you really need to lift, how often, and when it's okay to sit your butt down and rest.

We're diving into:

• The myth of "more is better" and how recovery is actually where growth happens

• Bret's take on Maximum Recoverable Volume (and what that really means in human speak)

• How to design 2–3 effective full-body workouts a week that build strength and confidence

• Why progressive overload beats random workouts every time

• How to stop chasing soreness and start chasing results

• And the truth about lifting after 40, it's not too late, but it does look different

Because your body isn't built by burnout — it's built by showing up consistently, training smart, and recovering like you mean it.

If you only have time for one thing, make it lifting.

If you're tired of guessing how to make it all work, come join us inside the Fit Girl Magic Society, monthly workouts under 60 minutes, built for real life. You'll lift and actually see results without the burnout. https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/fgms_wait2022/

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You've heard me preach about the power of good fats, and this week, I finally sat down with the man who literally started the good‑oil movement: Udo Erasmus, creator of the legendary Udo's 3‑6‑9 Blend and author of Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill.

We're busting myths left and right in this one. Remember when we thought fat‑free was the holy grail? Yeah… about that.

Udo and I dig into:

· Why your "healthy" oils might secretly be wrecking your hormones, joints, and mood

· The truth about "cold‑pressed" labels (spoiler: it's mostly marketing fluff)

· Which oils actually belong in your kitchen, and which should head straight for the trash

· The connection between good fats, glowing skin, and better brain function

How slowing down, eating closer to nature, and giving your body what it actually needs can change everything

Udo also shares a story that'll blow your mind, how getting poisoned by pesticides made him realize our health is completely our responsibility… and how the oil industry has it all backward when it comes to what's "healthy."

And of course, we end on my favorite note: why the right mindset matters just as much as what's on your plate.

Key Takeaway:

If your skin's dry, your energy's low, or your mood's funky, it might not be age, it might be your oils.

Hit play, grab your notebook, and maybe a spoonful of good fat. Your body's ready for an upgrade, and this conversation will make you look at your pantry (and your frying pan) in a whole new way.

Ready to feel amazing this season without overcomplicating your health?

Take my free quiz "Is Your Metabolism Tired AF?" and find out what your body actually needs to thrive.

Take the quiz now → https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/metabolism-makeover-_podcast

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