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August 15, 2025 36 mins

Hello Kettlebell queen! In this episode, I'm getting REAL about my intentional 30-pound weight gain journey and why it was the best decision I ever made for my strength and confidence.

What we're diving into:

✨ Why I chose muscle over skinny (and you should too)

✨ How eating in a surplus actually TRANSFORMED my body

✨ Working with registered dietitian Hillary Irvin

✨ The mental game of gaining weight ON PURPOSE

✨ Progressive overload secrets for building real strength

✨ Dealing with people's opinions about your changing body


The truth bomb: Gaining weight as part of a muscle-building plan isn't failure—it's strategic AF and the path to becoming unstoppable.

I'm sharing the raw, unfiltered reality of eating 3k+ calories, the emotional challenges, and why this journey led to the strongest, most confident version of myself. If you're tired of chasing skinny and ready to build something powerful, this episode is for YOU.


Let's Connect:Instagram: @iamcolleenconlon

Produced by: Podcast & Co.

Recorded In: Podcast & Co. Studio in Las Vegas

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