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The Fitnessista Podcast: Healthy In Real Life

The Fitnessista Podcast: Healthy In Real Life

Di: Gina Harney
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 Join author, fitness professional, and healthy living blogger, Gina Harney, as she shares expert interviews and tips that you can implement right now. This podcast is health, fitness, nutrition, beauty, and lifestyle advice, delivered by your internet BFF. If you're looking to create your healthiest, happiest life, this is the podcast for you. INSTAGRAM: @fitnessista Shownotes: fitnessista.com/podcast Igiene e vita sana
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  • 200: Autoimmune Healing, Nervous System Safety & the Biggest Mistakes I Made on My Health Journey

    200: Autoimmune Healing, Nervous System Safety & the Biggest Mistakes I Made on My Health Journey
    Feb 26 2026
    Hi friends! I have a brand new podcast episode live, and today is a very special one — episode 200 🎉 This is a short solo episode where I'm reflecting on my own healing journey and sharing the biggest mistakes I made along the way, especially during the height of my autoimmune symptoms. This episode is less about regret and more about perspective, compassion, and helping you avoid some of the same pitfalls if you're in a season of healing right now. In this episode, I open up about what was happening behind the scenes when my lupus markers were positive, my nervous system was completely fried, and my body was very clearly asking for safety — even though I didn't fully understand that at the time. This episode is especially for you if you feel like you've "tried everything," are overwhelmed by information online, or feel stuck in a loop of doing more but not actually feeling better. Here's what we chat about: Why chasing body composition while your body is screaming for help can actually slow healing The truth about exercise intolerance and why pushing harder isn't always the answer The mistake of taking supplements without testing (and why more isn't better) How probiotics and popular wellness products can backfire if your gut isn't ready Why lab testing was a turning point in my healing (and why I wish I had done it sooner) Why cold plunging, fasting, caffeine, and red light therapy weren't what my nervous system needed at the time How staying up all night Googling symptoms kept my body stuck in fight-or-flight The connection between hypervigilance, cortisol, inflammation, and stalled healing A reminder that you're not behind, broken, or failing if healing is taking time This episode is such an honest reminder that healing isn't about doing more — it's about doing the right things at the right time, in a way that supports your nervous system instead of overwhelming it. If you're in the middle of a healing journey right now, please know you're not alone. I truly believe our experiences make us stronger, wiser, and more compassionate on the other side. Thank you SO much for being here with me for 200 episodes. Your support means more than you know 💛 Make sure you're subscribed to my newsletter For my free Autoimmune Healing ebook, click here. Detailed show notes here: https://fitnessista.com/podcast Partners: Try out luxury handbags and jewelry from Vivrelle and use my code GINAHARNEY for your first month free! Check out We Feed Raw! Maisey goes crazy for this! I use it as a topper for her kibble or mix it into her pup loaf. You can try the raw version, the raw dehydrated kibble, and they'll help you customize a plan for your pup. Use FITNESSISTA40 for 40% off your Meal Plan Starter Box here! Check out my new favorite red light device here, and use the code FITNESSISTA for a huge discount. I've been using Nutrisense on and off for a couple of years now. I love being able to see how my blood sugar responds to my diet and habits, and run experiments. You can try out Nutrisense here and use GINA30 for 30% off. If any of my fellow health professional friends are looking for another way to help their clients, I highly recommend IHP. You can also use this information to heal yourself and then go one to heal others, which I think is a beautiful mission. You can absolutely join if you don't currently work in the health or fitness industry; many IHPs don't begin on this path. They're friends who are passionate to learn more about health and wellness, and want to share this information with those they love. You can do this as a passion, or start an entirely new career. You can use my referral link here and the code FITNESSISTA for up to $250 off the Integrative Health Practitioner program. I highly recommend it! Thank you so much for listening and for all of your support with the podcast! Please be sure to subscribe, and leave a rating or review if you enjoyed this episode. If you leave a rating, head to this page and you'll get a little "thank you" gift from me to you. http://fitnessista.com/podcastreview
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    20 min
  • 199: Perimenopause, Nervous System Health & How Stress Impacts Your Hormones

    199: Perimenopause, Nervous System Health & How Stress Impacts Your Hormones
    Feb 12 2026
    Hi friends! I have a brand new podcast episode live, and today we're diving into a topic that so many women are confused about but deeply affected by: perimenopause. I'm joined by the amazing mother-daughter duo, Candace and Jess from Your Hormone Balance, and we're breaking down what perimenopause actually is, why it can start earlier than most women expect, and how chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation play a huge role in hormone imbalances, fatigue, mood swings, weight gain, and more. This episode is especially for you if you're in your 30s or 40s, feeling "off" in your body, struggling with sleep, energy, anxiety, or changes in your cycle - and being told everything is "normal." Here's what we chat about: What perimenopause really is (and why it's an 8–10 year transition, not a single moment) The early signs of perimenopause, including changes in your cycle, mood, sleep, and energy Why progesterone is often the first hormone to decline — and how that impacts anxiety, PMS, and stress tolerance How chronic stress, overworking, under-eating, and people-pleasing disrupt ovulation and hormone balance The connection between nervous system dysregulation and symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, bloating, and low libido Why so many women are estrogen dominant — and how stress drives that imbalance The importance of hormone testing (and why symptoms alone don't tell the full story) Simple, realistic nervous system practices to lower cortisol and support healing Breathwork techniques like the "physiological sigh" to calm anxiety in real time Everyday vagus nerve tools: humming, singing, grounding, and gentle movement How boundaries, asking for help, and reducing people-pleasing can literally improve your hormones Why heavy, painful, or irregular periods are not something you should ignore The role of protein, nourishment, and avoiding extremes with exercise and caffeine This episode is such a powerful reminder that your body isn't broken; it's responding to the life you're living. And with the right tools, support, and awareness, you can move through perimenopause feeling calmer, stronger, more regulated, and more in tune with your body. I hope you enjoy this episode! Connect with Candace and Jess here: @bodyblissbyjess @yourhormonebalance www.yourhormonebalance.com Take symptom quiz: https://yourhormonebalance.outgrow.us/decodeyoursymptoms Book free mini strategy sesh with Jess: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=14435499&appointmentType=87514616 Women Talking Frankly Podcast Solo 2.0 Podcast Make sure you're subscribed to my newsletter For my free Autoimmune Healing ebook, click here. Detailed show notes here: https://fitnessista.com/podcast Partners: Try out luxury handbags and jewelry from Vivrelle and use my code GINAHARNEY for your first month free! Check out We Feed Raw! Maisey goes crazy for this! I use it as a topper for her kibble or mix it into her pup loaf. You can try the raw version, the raw dehydrated kibble, and they'll help you customize a plan for your pup. Use FITNESSISTA40 for 40% off your Meal Plan Starter Box here! Check out my new favorite red light device here, and use the code FITNESSISTA for a huge discount. I've been using Nutrisense on and off for a couple of years now. I love being able to see how my blood sugar responds to my diet and habits, and run experiments. You can try out Nutrisense here and use GINA30 for 30% off. If any of my fellow health professional friends are looking for another way to help their clients, I highly recommend IHP. You can also use this information to heal yourself and then go one to heal others, which I think is a beautiful mission. You can absolutely join if you don't currently work in the health or fitness industry; many IHPs don't begin on this path. They're friends who are passionate to learn more about health and wellness, and want to share this information with those they love. You can do this as a passion, or start an entirely new career. You can use my referral link here and the code FITNESSISTA for up to $250 off the Integrative Health Practitioner program. I highly recommend it! Thank you so much for listening and for all of your support with the podcast! Please be sure to subscribe, and leave a rating or review if you enjoyed this episode. If you leave a rating, head to this page and you'll get a little "thank you" gift from me to you. http://fitnessista.com/podcastreview
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    58 min
  • 198: Longevity Goals, Strength & Sustainable Health Habits for the New Year

    198: Longevity Goals, Strength & Sustainable Health Habits for the New Year
    Jan 8 2026
    Hi friends! I have a brand new podcast episode live and today we're kicking off 2026 with a conversation all about longevity - not just living longer, but living better. This episode is your realistic, no-extremes roadmap to building habits that support strength, energy, resilience, and joy for the long haul. If you're tired of all-or-nothing New Year's goals and want something that actually sticks, this one's for you! Here's what we chat about: Why longevity goals matter more than vanity goals (and how to anchor your habits to a deeper "why")The sweet spot for daily movement, including step count targets that actually support long-term healthFunctional strength benchmarks every woman should work toward for independence and resilience as we ageThe non-negotiable role sleep plays in inflammation, hormones, metabolism, and overall longevityHow chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation can stall healing and impact long-term healthDaily and weekly nervous system practices that support recovery, digestion, and emotional resilienceLongevity-focused nutrition guidelines that prioritize protein, fiber, metabolic flexibility, and simplicityHow to habit-stack your way into sustainable change—without overhauling your entire life This episode is practical, empowering, and designed to help you feel strong, energized, and capable not just this year, but decades from now. Take a listen and tell me which longevity habit you're starting with first . Make sure you're subscribed to my newsletter For my free Autoimmune Healing ebook, click here. Detailed show notes here: https://fitnessista.com/podcast Partners: Try out luxury handbags and jewelry from Vivrelle and use my code GINAHARNEY for your first month free! Check out We Feed Raw! Maisey goes crazy for this! I use it as a topper for her kibble or mix it into her pup loaf. You can try the raw version, the raw dehydrated kibble, and they'll help you customize a plan for your pup. Use FITNESSISTA40 for 40% off your Meal Plan Starter Box here! Check out my new favorite red light device here, and use the code FITNESSISTA for a huge discount. I've been using Nutrisense on and off for a couple of years now. I love being able to see how my blood sugar responds to my diet and habits, and run experiments. You can try out Nutrisense here and use GINA30 for 30% off. If any of my fellow health professional friends are looking for another way to help their clients, I highly recommend IHP. You can also use this information to heal yourself and then go one to heal others, which I think is a beautiful mission. You can absolutely join if you don't currently work in the health or fitness industry; many IHPs don't begin on this path. They're friends who are passionate to learn more about health and wellness, and want to share this information with those they love. You can do this as a passion, or start an entirely new career. You can use my referral link here and the code FITNESSISTA for up to $250 off the Integrative Health Practitioner program. I highly recommend it! Thank you so much for listening and for all of your support with the podcast! Please be sure to subscribe, and leave a rating or review if you enjoyed this episode. If you leave a rating, head to this page and you'll get a little "thank you" gift from me to you. http://fitnessista.com/podcastreview
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    19 min
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