Hey Magic Makers — let’s talk about how the scale might be doing you dirty!

Let me guess you are eating “clean,” tracking your food, working out when you can, and still feel like the scale is mocking you?

You’re not broken… but your metabolism might be straight-up exhausted.

In this kickoff to the Metabolism Reset Series, I’m breaking down why your “eat less, move more” strategy isn’t working anymore — and what’s actually going on behind the scenes (hint: it has a LOT to do with stress, muscle loss, and hormonal chaos).

Here's what we're diving into:

▶️ Why 1,200-calorie diets are wrecking your progress

▶️ What your body’s really doing when you’re “doing everything right”

▶️ Why strength training is your midlife BFF

▶️ The unexpected stress that’s slowing your metabolism

▶️ What holding patterns, hormone shifts, and burnout really feel like

▶️ And how to tell if your metabolism is waving the white flag (👋 tired AF)

This episode is part pep talk, part truth bomb, and all about getting back in the driver’s seat of your results — no more celery sticks and shame spirals.

Ready to find out where your metabolism stands?

Take my free quiz: Is Your Metabolism Tired AF?https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/metabolism-makeover-_podcast

Fast. Fun. Zero guilt. Just answers.

Next episode: What to actually do if your metabolism is tired.

If you’re nodding along and thinking “OMG this is me,” share this with a friend who’s tired of trying so damn hard and getting nowhere. It’s time for real talk and real results.

Links:

Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitgirlmagic

Free Resources: https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/freeresources_podcast

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com

Feeling stuck AF?

You’re not broken — your intuition’s just been on mute.

Today, I’m chatting with the amazing Isabel Chiara to uncover how to stop sabotaging yourself, trust your gut again, and actually nourish your mind, body, and soul — without feeling like you’re a DIY project that needs constant fixing.

We’re swerving off the usual path and getting real about what’s actually driving your behaviors. (Hint: It’s not your willpower, it’s not your macros, and it’s definitely not a broken metabolism.)

Inside this episode, Isabel and I dig into:

✨ Why ignoring your gut keeps you stuck (and how to trust it again)

✨ How one playground insult can haunt you for decades (and how to finally let it go)

✨ How to shift your vibe from "I suck" ➡️ "I'm magical AF"

✨ Why the scale needs to lose your number (and how to break up with it for good)

✨ How “nourish” became Isabel’s power word for radical mindset shifts

✨ The real reason you reach for unlimited carbs (spoiler: it’s not because you’re weak)

PLUS — Isabel shares her Nourish App — a simple, powerful way to rewire old patterns without spending the next 10 years in therapy.

(She’s even giving you a FREE month to try it out — don't sleep on this!)

If your brain’s been stuck on the same struggle-bus loop, this episode is the permission slip you didn’t know you needed.

👉 TAG US!

Take a screenshot, share it to your stories, and tag:

@kimjeffersoncoach + @nourish_isabelchiara

Tell us: What was your biggest "OMG I needed this" moment?!

Because you, my friend, are already magic. You just needed a reminder.

CONNECT WITH ISABEL:

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/isabel.chiari.50
Website https://isabel-chiara.com/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nourish_isabelchiara/
Nourish app free month https://isabel-chiara.com/podcast-gift/

CONNECT WITH ME:

Links

Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitgirlmagic

Free Resources: https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/freeresources_podcast

FREE metabolism quiz https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/metabolism-makeover
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimjeffersoncoach/

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com

300 episodes?! I KNOW. I can’t believe it either. Today, I’m throwing confetti, having a moment, and keeping it as real as ever.

In this special milestone episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the actual behind-the-scenes of building and sustaining this podcast—no highlight reel BS, just truth bombs, bloopers, breakdowns, and breakthroughs.

Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or found me while Googling “How can I lose belly fat?”—this one’s for YOU.

I break down:

• my struggle with imposter syndrome and why I almost didn’t start this podcast
• The power of temper tantrums (and how to not set up camp there)
• Why I gave up the hustle life and picked a pace I could actually keep
• How I treat consistency like my ride-or-die (not some flaky ex named motivation)
• My boring AF but needle-moving routines (spoiler: protein and planning FTW)
• Why sprint-to-the-finish-line diets set us up for disappointment
• The REAL strategy behind lasting results after 40—and why boring is the new sexy
• Boundaries, rest, and refusing to answer emails on Sundays (even when I’m bored)
• And the number one lesson: You don’t need to be Beyoncé… you just need to start

Plus, I’m sharing how I coach, how I don’t coach, and why your sustainable path forward isn’t a one-size-fits-all bootcamp.

This isn’t just a celebration. It’s a roadmap.

It’s proof that progress doesn’t always look sexy—but showing up does the trick every time.

Hit play and let’s get into it. Then…

Screenshot this ep, tag me on the socials @kimjeffersoncoach, and share your fave takeaway.

Let’s keep the magic (and the mic drops) going all the way to episode 600.

Wanna help me celebrate?

✅ Drop a review

✅ Share this with your bestie who’s tired of the scale lying to her

✅ Or post a quote from your favorite lesson with the tag #fitgirlmagic

Your feedback = my fuel

Thank you for being part of the ride. We’re just getting started.

Links

Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitgirlmagic

Free Resources: https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/freeresources_podcast
FREE QUIZ -- Is Your Metabolism Tired AF?
https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/metabolism-makeover-_podcast/

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com