Best Tara Laferrara Podcasts (2025)

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96: Josh Holland: Your Shoes Are Destroying Your Body (And Other Biohacking Truths) 1:07:29

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You're not optimizing your health because you're starting in the wrong place. No, not because you need more supplements or fancier gadgets, but because you're ignoring the foundation that everything else builds on—your feet and connection to the earth. In this episode of Broads, I talk with Josh Holland, biohacker and elite trainer, about why baref…

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S5E2: Manifestation, Nervous System Healing & Finding Your Flow After Rock Bottom with Mayssa Chehata 56:52

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What if hitting rock bottom wasn’t the end - but the brutal, messy beginning of your rebirth? In this episode, Mayssa Chehata (founder of Behave Candy) pulls back the curtain on her breakdown-to-breakthrough journey: from burnout, self-sabotage, and maxed-out credit cards to rebuilding her nervous system, business, and self-worth from scratch. No s…

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95: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky: The Dark Side of Ozempic No One Talks About 56:31

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You’re not losing fat because you’re doing it wrong. No, not because you’re lazy or lack willpower, but because the advice you’ve been fed is outdated, oversimplified, and straight-up wrong. Calorie deficits, cortisol fear, and overtraining? We’re done with that. That’s why I sat down with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, board-certified obesity specialist an…

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The PCOS Plate Method: A Beginner's Guide to Eating for Weight Loss 16:56

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#279: Struggling with what to eat for PCOS? The PCOS Plate Method is here to take the guesswork out of meal planning! In this episode, we’re breaking down how to build balanced, blood sugar-friendly meals that support hormone health, metabolism, and PCOS weight loss…without restriction. This method will help you feel confident about what’s on your …

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94: Angela Gargano: The Real Reason You’re Not Stronger Yet (It’s Not What You Think) 52:03

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Feel like you're lifting heavy but still not getting stronger? You might be missing the real markers of strength—and Angela Gargano (former D1 gymnast and 4x American Ninja Warrior) joined me to set the record straight. We’re talking about the biggest misconceptions women have about strength training, how to train through your cycle without burning…

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S5E1: The Nourishment Gap: How Under-Eating Wrecks Your Hormones & Energy 44:05

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Ever feel like no matter what you eat, your energy crashes, your hormones feel out of whack, or you’re just never truly satisfied? In this episode, Monica and Norah dive deep into nourishment- not just food, but how to truly fuel your body, mind, and soul. They share personal struggles with under-eating, the real impact of nutrition on hormones, an…

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93: Q&A: Body Recomp, Progress Plateaus, Period Problems & Protein That Doesn’t Suck 29:44

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Ever wonder if you’re actually overtraining… or just being dramatic? Or if your protein goals are realistic—or completely made up? In this solo episode, I’m answering all the juicy questions you sent in—and I’m not holding back. We’re talking sore muscles, toe yoga (yes, really), my real-life workout split, how I handle cardio, and what to do when …

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Eat Your Way to Better PCOS: Dr. William Li's Food as Medicine Approach 40:56

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#278: Can the right foods help you take control of your PCOS symptoms? Dr. William W. Li, internationally renowned physician, scientist, and bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet, joins us to break down the science behind food as medicine for PCOS. Dr. Li has shaped medical treatments for diabetes, heart disease, obesi…

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92: Vanessa and Xander Marin: Your Sex Drive Isn’t Broken—You’re Just Burnt Out 1:02:43

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Ever feel disconnected from your partner… but not sure how to fix it? You’re not alone. Between mismatched desire, mental load, body image struggles, and awkward communication, intimacy often becomes one more thing on your to-do list, instead of a source of connection. In this episode, I’m joined by Vanessa and Xander Marin—licensed sex therapist a…

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91: 36 Lessons I’ve Learned in 36 Years 35:45

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Ever feel like you should have it all figured out by now—but you secretly don’t? Same. In this episode, I’m celebrating 36 trips around the sun by sharing 36 lessons that have changed how I train, how I show up, and how I treat myself (inside and out). We’re talking about the pressure to shrink yourself and be “less,” why discipline beats motivatio…

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What I Keep in My Pantry for PCOS Weight Loss (Gluten + Dairy Free!) 35:35

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#277: Stocking a PCOS-friendly pantry doesn’t have to be overwhelming! Whether you’re just starting your gluten- and dairy-free journey or looking for quick & easy swaps to make meals less stressful, I’ve got you covered. In this episode, I’m giving you a peek inside my pantry and breaking down the must-have essentials that make hormone-friendly co…

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90: Dr. Carrie Jones: Hormone Issues, Low Libido, Fatigue? Start Here 53:32

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Ever been told your symptoms are “just stress” or “totally normal” while your body feels anything but normal? You’re not imagining it—and you deserve real answers. In this episode, I’m joined by hormone health expert Dr. Carrie Jones, and we’re diving into the truth behind why so many women feel anxious, exhausted, inflamed, and out of sync—especia…

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89: Nutrition Q&A: Tracking, Protein Goals, Alcohol-Free Tips & Food Freedom 24:44

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For years, I thought nutrition had to be all or nothing… you either perfectly tracked your food, followed a strict diet, or you were "failing." I spent so much time overthinking every meal, trying to find the “perfect” way to eat, only to end up feeling stressed, guilty, and frustrated. I thought true health meant rigid rules, obsessive tracking, a…

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The PCOS Fix for Fatigue & Brain Fog You’ve Been Waiting For 23:52

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#276: Are you struggling with brain fog and feeling like your mind is constantly in a haze? In this episode, we dive deep into the connection between PCOS and brain fog. Tune in to explore the underlying causes and offering practical strategies to help you regain your mental clarity. This episode is for you if: - You can’t focus on your work tasks …

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88: Jolene Brighten: Can’t Build Muscle? Always Tired? Check Your Hormones First 1:19:34

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How many times have you been told your heavy periods, low libido, or mood swings are “just part of being a woman”? Or handed birth control as the only option, without anyone actually explaining why your body feels off? If you’re nodding along, this episode is a must-listen. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Jolene Brighten—a board-certified naturopathic end…

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87: This Is What’s Really Stopping You From Your Bikini Body 27:18

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For years, I thought I had to push myself to fit into this “summer body” ideal, sweating it out through restrictive diets and unrealistic fitness goals, only to feel like I was falling short. I kept repeating the cycle—working hard, but not seeing lasting results. I thought the key to being happy in my body was to lose weight fast and look a certai…

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Reversing PCOS from the Root: Jacqueline’s PCOS Journey 37:37

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#275: In this episode, we are joined by Jacqueline Genova (@well.n.strong), a certified holistic nutritionist, wellness writer, and podcaster, who has put her own PCOS symptoms into remission through integrative healing. Jacqueline shares her journey of uncovering the root causes of her PCOS, the role that nutrition and lifestyle shifts played in h…

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PMDD AWARENESS MONTH SPECIAL: Your Questions Answered with Mandy Rother, RD 1:09:14

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Hey friends, welcome back to the Flow State Podcast! This episode is a special one, not just because it’s PMDD Awareness Month, but because we’re joined again by someone you’ve probably heard and loved before: functional dietitian and PMDD advocate, Mandy Rother. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a mountain of supplements, wondering why noth…

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86: Brianna Battles: Must Know Tips to Transform Your Body After Baby 59:10

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Let’s be honest—how often do we think about how pregnancy and postpartum affect our training and recovery? For many women, this season of life brings unique challenges that aren't always addressed in mainstream fitness advice. In today’s episode, Brianna Battles, founder of Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism, joins me to discuss the importance of…

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85: THIS Is What Birth Control Is Doing To Your Body… 1:00:54

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Let’s be real—how often do you stop to think about how hormonal birth control affects your body, metabolism, and overall health? It’s something many women take without fully understanding the long-term impact. In today’s episode, Lara Briden joins me to dive into the technical side of hormonal birth control and its effects on muscle growth, insulin…

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Berberine for PCOS: What No One Tells You (Nature's Ozempic?) 21:23

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#274: Berberine has been making waves in the PCOS community for its ability to improve insulin resistance, support metabolism, and lower inflammation—but what does the research actually say? Today, we’re breaking it all down! We’ll cover what berberine is & how it works for PCOS, the science-backed benefits (from blood sugar balance to weight manag…

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84: THIS is Why You're Not Getting Stronger (And How to Fix It) 30:43

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For years, I thought I was doing everything right, showing up, sweating it out, and doing all the workouts I saw online. But I couldn’t figure out why I wasn’t actually getting stronger. Why my joints ached, why I felt stuck, or why my lifts weren’t going anywhere. Turns out, I was making some of the most common fitness mistakes that women still ma…

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83: Kaisa Keranen: Stop Chasing Aesthetics—Train for Strength & Watch What Happens 53:40

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Let’s be real, how often do you actually warm up before a workout? Or focus on mobility? Or train for strength instead of just trying to change how your body looks? If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. Today, I’m sitting down with Kaisa Keranen, a coach, trainer, and movement expert who’s on a mission to change the way people th…

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How to Make a PCOS Meal Plan That Actually Works 32:38

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#273: Are you ready to finally tackle meal planning like a pro so that you can finally help you lose weight with PCOS? In this episode, Tallene is sharing her strategies for creating a 4-week meal plan for PCOS. You’ll leave with actionable tips to design a meal plan that balances hormones, saves time, and actually fits your life. Plus, we’ll share…

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82: Q&A: Overtraining, Strength Training, Fat Loss & More 36:42

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For way too long, I thought training more meant training better. Six or seven days a week, sometimes twice a day, because if I wasn’t pushing my limits, was I even making progress? I see this all the time now. People grinding through back-to-back workouts, ignoring the signals their bodies are screaming at them. Constant fatigue, stubborn plateaus,…

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81: Eliisa Tennant: Tracking Beyond Calories - Inside the Science of the World's Most Accurate Nutrition App 34:26

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Most nutrition apps give you inconsistent data that might be sabotaging your health goals without you even knowing it. If you've ever been frustrated by duplicate food entries, inaccurate nutrition information, or apps that only track calories and macros while ignoring the micronutrients that truly impact your health, this episode will change how y…

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80: Taryn Brumfitt: Breaking Free from Body Shame - How to be Truly Confident in Your Body 54:21

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Most people are focusing on how their bodies look, not how they feel—and it's holding them back. If you've ever declined an invitation because of how you felt about your body, avoided activities you love, or spent hours criticizing yourself in the mirror, this conversation is your wake-up call. In this episode, I sit down with Taryn Brumfitt, found…

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The Best Workouts for PCOS with Tara LaFerrara 30:12

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#272: In this episode, we are joined by the amazing Tara LaFerrara, a globally recognized strength coach and head coach of the Broads Fitness App. Tara shares her insights on why slow weighted workouts are the ideal exercise for women with PCOS who want to lose weight, regulate hormones, and improve their overall health. This episode is for you if:…

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79: Why the Scale is Lying to You (And What to Focus on Instead) 22:16

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For way too many years, I let the number on the scale define me. I truly believed that if I could just make myself smaller, everything else in life would fall into place. I remember sitting alone in my dorm room, heating up some bland, low-calorie frozen meal while my teammates ate together in the dining hall. I thought I was being “good.” I though…

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78: Christina Chu: How to Eat for Strength, Recovery & Energy—Without Overthinking It 58:56

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Most people are eating for weight loss, not performance—and it’s holding them back. If you’ve ever felt exhausted during workouts, struggled to recover, or found yourself constantly craving snacks, your nutrition might not be keeping up with your training. In this episode, I sit down with Christina Chu, a board-certified sports dietitian, to break …

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Daylight Savings or PCOS: Who is stealing our sleep? 30:13

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#271: Daylight savings time doesn’t just mess with our clocks—it can also wreak havoc on our (already) poor quality sleep that comes from having PCOS. In this episode, we uncover why getting our circadian rhythm back is detrimental to managing PCOS symptoms and preventing other health issues. We’ll also dive into tips inspired by Dr. Felice Gersh’s…

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77: What Intuitive Eating Actually Means + Why Social Media Gets It Wrong 27:01

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Most people think intuitive eating is just eating whatever you want, whenever you want, but that’s not it at all. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down what intuitive eating actually means, why it’s not just about cravings, and how to fuel your body without obsessing over calories or macros. Spoiler: intuitive eating isn’t just “listening to your b…

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76: The PCOS Struggle is Real—Here’s What Actually Works 46:46

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If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling unheard, struggled with weight gain that doesn’t make sense, or been told that birth control is your only solution for PCOS—you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Tallene and Sirak, the duo behind PCOS Weight Loss, to break down what’s really happening in the body with PCOS, why so many women …

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The Ultimate PCOS-Friendly Smoothie Recipe 18:17

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#270: In this episode, we’re breaking down the art of building the perfect PCOS-friendly smoothie—one that fuels your body, supports weight loss, and sets you up for a balanced, energized day. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast or a nutrient-packed meal to keep cravings in check, we’ll show you exactly how to blend a smoothie that works f…

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75: The Supplement Industry Is Lying to You—Here’s the Truth 24:57

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Let’s be real, most supplements are just expensive hype. The fitness industry is a billion-dollar machine built on flashy marketing, half-truths, and straight-up BS claims. So how do you know what actually works and what’s just draining your wallet? In today's episode, I’m breaking it all down, the supplements that are a complete waste of money, th…

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74: Hannah Eden : The Dark Side of Success: Why Reaching Your Goals Feels… Off 1:06:50

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Ever set a massive goal, push yourself to the limit, and then suddenly feel… lost when it’s over? You’re not imagining it, the post-goal blues are real, and they can hit harder than you expect. In this episode of the Broads Podcast, I sit down with Hannah Eden, fitness coach, entrepreneur, and all-around powerhouse, to talk about what really happen…

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Valentines Day: Talking about PCOS with Your Partner 22:04

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#269: This Valentine’s Week, we explore why sharing your PCOS journey is so important, offer actionable tips for talking about your needs with confidence, and discuss how to handle misunderstandings or assumptions. Whether you’re navigating a new relationship or seeking deeper support from a long-term partner, this episode will give you the tools y…

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73: Q&A: How to Build Up a Workout Routine, Supplements, Consistency Hacks and more! 41:53

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Ever wonder if you’re actually doing too much at the gym, or not enough? What about how to bounce back after an injury without losing progress? In this Q&A episode, I’m joined by my favorite hype girl, Emily, to tackle the fitness questions you’ve been asking non-stop. We’re breaking down how to build a workout routine that actually sticks (spoiler…

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72: Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas: Why Motivation Isn’t Enough, and What Actually Works 1:09:10

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Ever feel like you’re trapped in the cycle of "all or nothing" when it comes to your health and fitness? What if there was a way to break free from that mindset and make progress without perfection? In today’s episode of The Tara Talk Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas, a mindset expert with a PhD in Psychology and a passion for helping …

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PCOS and Trauma: Understanding the Root Causes with Dr. Ya Oheema 23:39

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#268: In this episode, we chatted with a fellow PCOS Cyster! Dr. Yaa Oheema (a general practitioner resident, PCOS advocate, and a true inspiration within our community) shares her personal journey of managing and reversing her PCOS symptoms. If you’re searching for motivation, practical advice, or just a reminder that you’re not alone in this jour…

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71: No Alcohol for 30 Days? Here’s Why You Should Consider It + What Happened When I Ditched It 31:01

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We all know that weekend margaritas and post-workout brunches can feel like part of the fun—but what if they’re secretly sabotaging your progress? In this episode, I’m breaking down how even "casual" drinks can impact everything from your sleep to your strength. If you’ve ever wondered why you wake up groggy or feel like your workouts aren’t transl…

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Why 2 Eggs Aren’t Enough: Big Breakfast, Small Dinner for PCOS 20:14

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#267: If you’ve ever wondered why having only 2 eggs for breakfast leaves you starving by mid-morning, this episode is for you! Today, we’re diving deep into the science and practical benefits of the "big breakfast, small dinner" method for managing PCOS symptoms. Learn why starting your day with a protein-packed meal can help balance hormones, reg…

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70: 5 Steps to Reset After Holiday Weight Gain 32:24

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Let’s be real—holiday food hits different, and sometimes, so does the aftermath. But guess what? You don’t need a juice cleanse or punishing workouts to feel like yourself again. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to reset without falling into the all-or-nothing cycle (because that mindset? It’s not the vibe). We’re talking smart strength train…

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69: Why More Cardio Won't Help You Lose Weight (and What to Do Instead) 30:26

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Do you feel like you're spending countless hours on the treadmill or bike, but not seeing the results you want? In this Tara Talk podcast episode, I dive into a crucial question: Is more cardio the answer to achieving your dream body? I discuss why your body adapts to cardio over time, making it less effective for fat loss, and how excessive cardio…

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68: Recovery Secrets: Your Guide to Rest Days, Creatine, and Deload Weeks 27:58

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Are you like I used to be, hitting the gym relentlessly day after day? Looking back, not taking enough rest days in my younger years is one of my biggest fitness regrets. That’s why, in this episode of Tara Talk, I share how smart recovery through mobility work, stretching, and gentle movement actually improves your results. I also break down every…

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10 Essential PCOS New Year's Resolutions 24:17

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#266: New Year, New Cyster? This year you might be setting new resolutions for your PCOS journey, and we want to make sure you accomplish them! In this episode, we are going to talk about the top 2 resolutions you can make for PCOS weight loss and reversing your symptoms. In this episode we are going to share the benefits of starting small, what yo…

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67: How to Avoid the 10 Biggest Resolution Mistakes in 2025 29:32

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Are you tired of setting the same old New Year's resolutions only to find yourself back at square one by February? You're not alone. So many of us struggle to stay on track with our fitness goals, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode of the Tara Talk podcast, I dive into the 10 most common mistakes people make when trying to stick to…

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Biggest Cyster Wins of 2024 + Behind the Scenes 31:22

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#265: Join us as we reflect on the incredible progress made by women in The Cysterhood community throughout the year. In this episode, you’ll discover inspiring stories of resilience, determination, and personal growth…all while reaching the many health goals these Cysters set in the beginning of 2024! This episode is for you if: - You want to achi…

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66: Memories over Macros: 8 Tips for Body Image Confidence During the Holidays 27:19

7M ago27:19

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Do you find yourself stressing over your body image as the holiday season approaches? If so, you're definitely not alone. In this episode on the Tara Talk podcast, I dive into the sensitive topic of body image and how it can affect us during the holiday season. With all the social gatherings, photos, and potential overindulgences, it's easy to feel…

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Best of: 10 healthy habits for PCOS with The Cysterhood 32:41

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#264: Listen to 2024’s most downloaded episode to help you build habits for the new year! On today's episode, we'll be discussing 10 habits that transformed my life, and hundreds of other women with PCOS from The Cysterhood App! These habits will help you lose weight with PCOS, but also help you take back control of your PCOS symptoms. You’ll learn…