Isn't She Powerful
Welcome to the Isn’t She Powerful Podcast! My name is Laura Banks and I am the voice behind Isn’t She Powerful and the founder of the B.Healthy Lifestyle. Do you want to lose weight and finally begin feeling good in your body? You’re tired of looking at pictures of yourself and thinking “something’s gotta give, that is not cute.” Maybe you’ve tried all of the diets and nothing sticks and at this point you’re scared to start something new because you might fail just like you did all of the other times. Maybe you even feel like you need a friend in your corner to hold your hand through the changes you want to make so that you can make sure this time is different, this time you reach your goals while still doing and eating all of the things you love most! If yes, Isn’t She Powerful is the podcast for you! I help busy, working women (teachers, moms, nurses, lawyers, etc) who are new to the health and wellness space develop sustainable healthy habits so that they can lose weight and feel great in their clothes without ever going on a diet again. Inside this show, you’ll learn how to eat healthy meals without giving up all of the foods you love, like sweets or fast food. You’ll gain habits for sustainable, enjoyable exercise. I’ll teach you how to get great sleep, hit your water goal, and manage your stress in a way that feels good for you. And the best part? It won’t be just me! I am bringing all of my favorite health and wellness besties to the show so that you can really make the most of our time together each week. This podcast and my health coaching programs are a passion project for me because of my history with health and weight loss. I grew up eating the standard American diet and by the time I graduated college, I was living with some very unhealthy habits. The biggest problem for me, however, was that I didn’t know at all how to actually live a healthy life. I thought I had to slash my calories, workout all the time, and never eat things that I enjoyed ever again. Now I spend my days teaching women how to make healthy living sustainable and enjoyable. For more on my story and information on ways I can help you, visit www.bhealthyhabits.com My favorite part of this job is connecting with all of you so head on over to socials and let’s chat! IG and TikTok: @laura.b.healthy
Episodes
If you’re constantly juggling everyone’s food preferences—cooking one meal for your husband, another for your kids, and then throwing together whatever’s left for yourself—I see you. Living with a picky eater can be exhausting, especially when you’re trying to eat healthy and not feel like a short-order chef every night.
In this episode, I’m sharing how I handle this exact situation in my own home (spoiler: my husband ...
You’re eating clean. You’re working out. You’re trying so hard to be healthy…
So why are you exhausted, stuck, or constantly thinking about food?
In today’s episode, we’re talking about one of the most common (and sneaky) habits for women trying to live a healthy lifestyle: undereating—and not even realizing it.
If you’re feeling tired, moody, bloated, constantly craving snacks, or stuck in a weight loss plateau, your bo...
Ever feel like food has way too much control over your day? In this episode, Laura is being interviewed live on the Educate & Rejuvenate Podcast talking about cravings and how to take back your control with food.
We’re breaking down:
✔️ The two types of cravings (and how to tell them apart in the moment)
✔️ The surprising connection between your schedule and your snack habits
✔️ The truth about why so many teachers...
You’ve been doing so well. Eating healthy, moving your body, feeling proud of your progress... and then out of nowhere, it’s like you hit the self-destruct button.
Sound familiar?
In this episode, we’re talking about self-sabotage — why it happens, especially when you're finally making progress — and what you can do to stop falling back into old patterns.
We’ll cover:
- What self-sabotage really is (hint: it’s not ...
You know that moment—you’re at the table, the food is amazing, and your plate isn’t empty yet… but your body is already full. And yet, you just want one more bite.
In this episode, Laura is talking about how to stop overeating in the moment—not hours later when you’re feeling stuffed and frustrated. She will walk you through exactly why this happens (hint: it’s not because you’re broken or lack willpower), how to pause...
In today's conversation, Laura is sharing two powerful mindset shifts that have been helping her feel more grounded, more peaceful, and more in tune with what she actually wants. These aren’t fluffy affirmations—they’re practical shifts that can truly change the way you experience your habits, your body, and your life.
We’ll explore:
- Why being present in your health journey matters more than chasing the next mi...
Summer can throw a serious wrench in your healthy habits—weekends away, packed schedules, last-minute plans, travel days, and all the temptations that come with them. But what if you didn’t have to rely on willpower or feel like you’re constantly starting over?
In this episode, Laura introduces the concept of bare minimum goals—a powerful strategy that helps you stay consistent even when life gets busy or unpredictable...
Have you ever felt dismissed or shamed by a doctor simply because of your weight?
In this powerful episode of Isn't She Powerful, host Laura sits down with a former Seismic Shift client to unpack her emotional journey through years of being ignored and misdiagnosed by the medical system.
Despite struggling with real, persistent health symptoms, Jenn was repeatedly told that weight loss was the only solution. ...
Does summer feel less like sunshine and fun—and more like pressure to change your body?
You're not alone.
In this powerful episode, we're having an honest conversation about the anxiety so many women feel around swimsuit season. Whether it's dreading putting on a bikini, comparing yourself to others at the pool, or feeling the urge to start a last-minute diet—this time of year can be tough when you'r...
Have you ever looked at your closet and thought, “I’ll wear that when I lose the weight”?
In this empowering episode, I sit down with personal stylist and lifestyle expert Kara Allan to talk about the surprising connection between what we wear and how we treat our bodies.
Kara shares how style isn’t just about clothes—it’s about reclaiming your confidence, honoring your current body, and creating a lifestyle that ...
Feeling stuck, unmotivated, and just not like yourself lately? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to be in a funk, why it feels especially heavy this time of year, and how to move through it with compassion instead of shame.
As summer approaches and comparison ramps up (hello, swimsuits, social media, and “summer body” pressure), it’s easy to ...
In today’s episode, Laura is opening up about her personal journey with gut health. She is sharing the subtle signs that she ignored for too long, what eventually became the breaking point, and how she finally discovered that food intolerances were a huge piece of the puzzle.
But this isn’t just a story about symptoms—it’s about learning to listen to your body, advocate for yourself, and embrace the healing process wit...
Picture the version of you who’s already living your dream life... now are you wondering how to you will actually become her?
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Alessia Citro, author of Higher Self Habits, to walk us through her 5-step process for creating habits that align with your future self. If you’ve been stuck in cycles of starting and stopping, relying on motivation that fizzles out, or feeling like your habits...
In this conversation, Laura sits down with Haven Quinlin, Founder of Health by Haven and the host of the Health by Haven Podcast. She was a D1 collegiate dancer turned certified Pure Barre instructor and distance runner, and she earned her Certificate in Nutrition and Healthy Living from Cornell University. In this episode, Laura and Haven to talk about what it really looks like to stay consistent with your habits whe...
Ever wonder why some weeks you feel on top of the world—and others, you’re dragging yourself to the couch with chocolate in hand? It’s not just you. It’s your hormones—and cycle syncing can help you work with them, not against them.
In this episode of Isn’t She Powerful, we break down:
- What cycle syncing is (and why it can be life-changing for your health goals)
- The 4 phases of your menstrual cycle and how they affec...
If you've ever felt stuck in the cycle of dieting, losing weight, gaining it back, and constantly obsessing over food and the number on the scale—this episode is for you.
In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by former Seismic Shift client, Amy, who shares her journey from emotional eating and diet obsession to true food freedom. After years of jumping from diet to diet—including Optavia, where she even became...
In this episode, Laura interviews Cristal Jacobo, founder of She Is Made For More, on the power of community in your health journey. Laura and Cristal talk about how to navigate past failures so that they don't keep you stuck and hold you back from moving forward.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- The most underrated piece of a health journey. (You can make it without this, but it will be much more challenging!)
- How to start bel...
The next round of Seismic Shift is officially enrolling! In this episode, I share with you the logistics of this 8-week program, as well as an in-depth look into the transformations you can expect to have, so that you can decide if Seismic Shift is the right fit for you.
To learn more about Seismic Shift and get signed up, CLICK HERE.
Have questions or want to talk it through to make sure this is the right investment ...
When Rosey joined Seismic Shift, she was struggling to stay consistent with healthy habits. She said, "I knew I needed to eat healthy, exercise, etc but I had difficulty staying consistent on my own."
In this episode, Rosey shares the exact things she learned to go from someone who knew what to do, to now being someone that actually does all of those things consistently.
If you struggle with knowing what to ...
You’ve probably heard people talking about gut health—but what does that really mean, and why is it so important?
In this episode of Isn’t She Powerful, I’m joined by functional medicine dietician Brittany Carpenter to break down everything you need to know about your gut and how to take care of it.
We dive into the basics of gut health, the signs your gut might be out of balance, and the most effective steps you can ta...
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