If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent more summers than you’d like to admit bouncing between being “on plan” or going completely off the rails—then beating yourself up for it.
I used to believe that if I wasn’t starving, sore, and checking every damn box on a to-do list, I was failing.

In this Fit Girl Magic podcast episode, I’m calling BS on all of that.

I’m sharing how I went from obsessive meal prep and gym workouts on vacation (yes, I was that girl) to actually enjoying my life and making progress. It’s all about what I call my Non-Negotiables—a few simple habits I can take with me anywhere that keep me grounded, sane, and consistent no matter what life throws at me.

What I Dive Into:

• Why extreme doesn’t equal effective (and never did)
• The “perfect plan” lie that kept me stuck for years
• The 1–3 habits that helped me feel free, not frantic
• How I let go of the guilt around fun foods like rosé and ice cream
• How I learned to reflect instead of self-destruct

“Fun isn’t failure. One fun meal doesn’t cancel out a week of consistency. But beating yourself up? That will knock you off track.”

If you’re over 40 and done with starting over, this one’s for you. No more chasing perfect. It’s time to build a lifestyle that can hold up when life gets messy (because it always will).

Want in on the Unsexy Summer Shred?

This is my 8-week challenge for women who want to build real, repeatable results using boring-but-powerful habits. Nothing extreme. Just sanity, sustainability, and success.

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Grab the waitlist link before it’s gone.

Your Turn — Let’s Make This Interactive:

Screenshot this episode and tag me on IG @kimjeffersoncoach. Tell me:

👉 What’s one non-negotiable you’re committing to this summer?

Let’s stop dieting and start doing this differently—together.

Links

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

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

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com

Ever feel like you're crushing life… until life crushes you right back?

You're meal-prepping, showing up for workouts, answering emails faster than ChatGPT, helping your kids survive college admissions, and wondering why you are running on fumes.

You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re just burned the hell out.

In this episode, I’m joined by Coach Ellen Schinke, burnout expert, high-achiever whisperer, and fellow recovering perfectionist, to break down what burnout really is (hint: it’s not just being tired) and how to spot it before you're face down on the floor wondering if wine counts as a self-care strategy.

We get into:
The 4 types of burnout (yes, there’s more than one!)
Why your brain won’t shut up at night (hello, overthinking)
The sneaky ways you’re numbing with "healthy" habits
How to ditch the pressure for balance and aim for sustainable badassery
What self-compassion actually looks like (spoiler: it’s not bubble baths and mantras)

Whether you're running on caffeine and cortisol or just feeling off lately, this conversation will give you the words, awareness, and tools to pull yourself out of burnout and back into your body.

No guilt. No shame. Just real talk, real tools, and a reminder that doing less doesn’t make you less.

Links:

https://www.coachellyn.com/
Burnout proof podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6cc1P6jMmalAt4BPcNArsb?si=bce2e544f54a462f
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Tu9qz1phbTogtWYeyAAQ
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachellyn

Systems https://www.coachellyn.com/systems
Is your business stressing you out https://www.coachellyn.com/bpb

Unsexy Summer Shred https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/unsexysummer/
Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitgirlmagic

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

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com

Ever found yourself in a hospital room Googling “all the medical mumbo jumbo that you just heard from five different people in white coats? Or maybe you’ve sat there silently, praying someone would just translate what's happening to your mom or spouse? You're not alone. Hospitals can be overwhelming AF.

When our loved ones get admitted, we’re handed forms, not answers. We're expected to trust the process, even when our gut says something’s off. And let’s be honest—half the time you don’t know who’s in charge, what your rights are, or how to get your questions answered without being labeled “that family member.”

That’s why I’m happy to have Dr. Julie Siemers—nurse, educator, and medical truth-teller with 40 years of experience on the Fit Girl Magic podcast to teach you Hospital Survival 101. She’s pulling back the curtain (and yep, throwing a little polite sass at the system).

You’ll learn how to advocate for your loved ones, speak the secret hospital language, and not be dismissed like a confused extra on Grey’s Anatomy.

Grab your notebook, open your Notes app, or just hit play and soak this in—because this episode might literally save a life.

Hit play now and let’s get into it.

Links:

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

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

Is Metabolism Tired AF? https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/metabolism-makeover-_podcast

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com

Website; https://drjuliesiemers.com/
About Lifebeat Solutions: https://lifebeatsolutions.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliesiemers
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjuliesiemers

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

If you’ve ever said, “My stomach hates me,” this Fit Girl Magic podcast episode is your permission slip to stop guessing and finally figure out what’s actually going on inside that bloated, confused belly of yours.

Bloat by noon? Clothes suddenly tight? Brain fog, mood swings, or feeling like your body’s just off? Yeah, your gut’s probably waving a white flag—and I’ve invited Lindsay Renteria here to talk all about.

Lindsay Renteria and I dive deep into:

✅ The truth about food sensitivity tests (and why they might be messing with your head)
✅ What leaky gut really is—and how it’s connected to your skin, your sleep, and your sanity
✅ Why low stomach acid is way more common than you think (and what stress has to do with it)
✅ If you actually need probiotics… or just more sauerkraut in your life
✅ Easy AF steps to start healing your gut without dropping hundreds on supplements

We’re breaking it all down with zero fluff, zero overwhelm—just smart, doable strategies that actually work for women who live in the real world (you know, the one with pizza nights and stressful days).

Listen in and walk away knowing how to actually support your gut… without feeling like you need to choke down supplements.

Got gut questions? Slide into Lindsay’s DMs @lindsaymariewellness — she means it when she says her inbox is open. Go follow her for more real-deal education with zero fear tactics.

Let’s heal that gut and ditch the daily bloat drama for good.

Links
Lindsay
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsey__renteria/
Website https://www.lindseymariewellness.com/form-page

Kim
Is Your Metabolism Tired AF Quiz https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/metabolism-makeover-_podcast/

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

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

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com

If you think health has to be hard, restrictive, and basically suck the joy outta life—this episode is your wake-up call.

I’m joined by Justin Nault, founder of Clovis (and one of the very few dudes I’ve let crash the mic), and trust me—he earns his seat. He and I talk food freedom, telling diet culture to go pound sand, and finally learning how to feel unbothered by what other people think even if it’s your inner mean girl.

We cover:
👉 How to actually enjoy your workouts again (no more “no pain, no gain” BS)

👉 The truth about self-sabotage (spoiler: it’s wearing a perfectionism wearing a mask)

👉 Why your doctor might mean well… but isn’t giving you the full story

👉 What it really looks like to stop living on autopilot and start making actual changes

If you’ve been stuck in the “try harder” cycle but your body is like, “No ma’am, we’re tired”—this episode is for YOU.

Hit play to laugh, think, maybe cry (yep, we go there), and leave with a whole new lens on what it means to get healthy and feel amazing in your skin.

CONNECT WITH JUSTIN:

Instagram: http://instagram.com/justinnaultofficial
Youtube http://youtube.com/@justinnaultofficial
Tik tok http://tiktok.com/@justinnaultofficial

Check out Clovis + his daily superfood powder: https://iamclovis.com

WANT MORE MAGIC?

Come hang with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimjeffersoncoach/
Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitgirlmagic

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

Website: http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com
Is Your Metabolism Tired? Take my FREE quiz https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/metabolism-makeover-_podcast

And if you loved this episode, be sure to subscribe + leave a 5-star review! It helps more women find the show and ditch the food drama for good.