Today's episode is a really special one because it's the final episode of Season 2.

As we come to the end of the year, I didn't want to rush straight into goals, resolutions, or pressure about what's next. Instead, I wanted to pause with you and talk about how to end the year well, and how to gently prepare for the year ahead in a way that feels grounded, intentional, and realistic.

This episode isn't about doing more or fixing yourself. It's about reflection, clarity, and giving yourself permission to move forward with grace.

So wherever you are right now driving, folding laundry, out on a walk, or sitting quietly, I hope this episode feels like a deep breath.

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Welcome back to the Gurl Gone Green Podcast. Today's episode is such a good one, especially if you've ever felt confused, frustrated, or burnt out by fitness and dieting.

For years, I thought eating less and doing more cardio was the answer. I didn't understand why I felt puffy, tired, inflamed, or why my body wasn't responding the way I wanted it to- especially as I got older and after having kids.

In this episode, I'm sitting down with my Faster Way coach Loren Mattingly to talk about what actually works for real-life women: fueling your body with enough protein, lifting weights, training smarter, not harder and why under-eating can actually work against you.

We're breaking down fat loss, muscle building, metabolism, and how to approach fitness in a way that supports your hormones, your energy, and your lifestyle, without extremes or perfection.

If you're ready to feel strong, confident, and energized again, this conversation is for you.

Let's get into it.

Meet My Faster Way Coach:

Loren Mattingly is a leading FASTer Way to Fat Loss coach, an entrepreneur, and transformational leader helping women over 35 take back control of their health, hormones, and happiness.

Over the past 8 years, Loren has guided thousands of women to sustainable fat loss through strategic nutrition, strength training, and hormone balance. Her signature approach blends science-based coaching with mindset, accountability, community, & real life —empowering women to ditch dieting, build confidence, and truly live life with the energy they are meant to have.

A busy mom of three boys, Loren is passionate about showing women that you can build a strong body, successful business, and fulfilling life—without burnout or extremes. Her story and message have inspired countless women to pursue progress over perfection and to make lasting change from the inside out.

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Today's episode is a real and raw conversation with my friend Katy Johnson, founder of Awaken Athletics- a fitness community built to help women elevate their lives. Katie has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years, and her story is powerful.

We're diving into her journey from breast implants to explant surgery, what led her to get implants in the first place, the symptoms she didn't expect, the moment everything shifted, and the healing that came from finally listening to her body. This is one of those conversations that reminds us how deeply connected our choices, our health, and our identity can be.

If you've ever wondered about breast implants, explant surgery, or how to make aligned decisions for your body, this episode is going to speak right to you.

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