What if the reason you’re “doing everything right” and still not seeing results… is because you’re actually eating too little?In today’s episode, I sit down with my longtime coach and friend Jamie Free to unpack the real reasons women struggle with fat loss, strength, energy, and body confidence — and why most diets fail you long before you think you failed them.
Jamie has coached everyone from athletes to perimenopausal women to busy moms, and today we dive deep into what actually works when you're trying to look strong, feel strong, and nourish your body without restriction.
We talk openly about body dysmorphia, disordered eating, the pressure of social media, and how both men and women struggle with shame around food and physique. I even share parts of my own eating disorder past, including what still triggers me and how I’ve learned to work with my body instead of against it.
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About Jamie Free:Jamie Free is a nutrition coach, CrossFit gym owner, and athlete with nearly 20 years of experience helping people transform their relationship with food and their bodies. He owns CrossFit Trivium in Brentwood, Tennessee, and Mad Apple CrossFit in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and specializes in working with athletes, everyday women, moms, and anyone looking to build sustainable, long-term health.
Find Jamie:Instagram: @27healthandwellnessCrossFit Trivium: Brentwood, TNMad Apple CrossFit: Fort Wayne, IN
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Topics discussed:
00:00:20 Welcome & Introduction to Jamie Free
00:05:03 Why Most Diets Fail: The Restriction Problem
00:06:14 Body Dysmorphia & Disordered Eating: Breaking the Silence
00:13:17 The Psychology of Food & Body Image
00:17:07 Aesthetics vs Performance: Finding Your Balance
00:19:29 Macros Explained: Calories, Body Composition & How You Feel
00:26:01 Protein Power: Why It Matters & How to Hit Your Goals
00:33:31 Carbs, Fats & Timing: What Your Body Actually Needs
00:37:08 Real Food vs Processed: The Ingredient Quality Conversation
00:43:19 Fueling for Longevity: Jamie's Top Advice & Iron Man Prep
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