Weighted vests are everywhere—from viral TikToks to major headlines in the New York Times. But are they just a trend, or actually worth adding to your routine?

In this episode, Tara breaks down the hype and the science behind weighted vests, and answers the most common questions she’s getting from clients and followers. From improving strength and posture to supporting bone density and balance—this episode explores how wearing a weighted vest can help real women at all stages of life, especially through perimenopause and menopause.

In this episode:

• What a weighted vest is and how to pick the right one
• Why it’s not just for hardcore athletes
• How much weight to start with (hint: it’s probably less than you think)
• Real-life ways to use it safely—at home, on walks, or even doing pushups
• The difference between weighted vests and ankle/wrist weights
• Who should check with a doctor before using one

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

We hear the word mindfulness all the time, but what does it actually mean… and more importantly, how do we practice it in real life?

In this episode, Maria, Tara and Elizabeth have a refreshingly real conversation on what mindfulness looks like outside of a yoga studio. From zoning out while driving to doom scrolling (or as Maria calls it — dumbscrolling), we explore how modern life disconnects us from the present moment — and how small shifts can bring us back to ourselves.

In this episode:

• Why mindfulness isn’t just for people who meditate
• The difference between mindfulness and meditation
• Everyday moments where you’re probably already practicing mindfulness (and don’t even know it)
• The physical and emotional health benefits of mindfulness — backed by science
• Personal stories of how we each stay present

Resources & Mentions:

– Tara’s in-person Progressive Relaxation class – May 6 at 7 PM – Relax and Renew: An Hour of Progressive Relaxation with Tara: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/FAFGA8EEASMD9/checkout/OQPHVJYKUKEMAJPRBFIJ2QDX

– Emotional Fitness Studio’s upcoming in-person events: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

– Related episode: 129. Digital Mindfullness https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000699768222

1. Progressive Relaxation Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000636390953

Learn more about Leading Lady Coaching here: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

Burnout doesn’t just happen in therapy rooms or hospitals—it happens in boardrooms, loan offices, and anywhere women are expected to give endlessly without pause. In this episode, we’re joined by Tanner Greenwalt, a seasoned mortgage professional who is changing the way her industry views mental health and success.

Tanner shares her personal journey through burnout, what recovery looked like, and how she learned to set boundaries in a profession that rarely encourages it. We also discuss what burnout really feels like (hint: it’s not just being tired), why slowing down is essential—not selfish—and how mental health should be the foundation of any meaningful definition of success.

We talk about:

• What burnout really looks and feels like in high-pressure jobs
• The hidden emotional toll of careers in finance and service industries
• Tools for completing the stress cycle during your workday
• The lie that burnout is "just part of the job"
• Redefining success around mental health, joy, and sustainability
• Advice we’d give to our younger selves about boundaries and wellbeing
• Why wellness isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity

Resources Mentioned:

• Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily and Amelia Nagoski
• Pique Your Interest Podcast by Tanner Greenwalt (Spotify + YouTube)

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/