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
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...
Are you constantly battling cravings, especially those late-night or mid-afternoon urges that seem impossible to ignore? It's NOT your willpower that’s the problem—it could be your sleep. In today’s episode of Isn’t She Powerful, we’re diving into how poor sleep affects your cravings, your hunger cues, and even your ability to make healthy choices.
You’ll learn:
- Why lack of sleep intensifies cravings and messes...
Do you feel completely insecure in your body? You aren't alone! In this episode of Isn’t She Powerful, Laura sits down with Katja Lillian to dive deep into body image, how our surroundings impact the way we see ourselves, and how to start healing our relationship with our bodies.
Katja shares her personal journey of learning to love her body and feel proud of it. She also opens up about how her relationship with e...
Spring is officially here! Which means Summer is fast approaching. In this episode, Laura shares all of the things she is doing now to make sure she feels her best when summer gets here.
Laura digs into the timeline of her journey, where she started 5 years ago, and how you can take the lessons she is learning and start applying them to your own life.
If this is the year that you feel confident and excited for Summer,...
Have you ever said, “I just don’t have time to eat healthy or work out”? If so, this episode will change the way you think about time forever. The truth is, lack of time isn’t the real problem—but in this episode, you will learn what is.
In today’s episode, we’re breaking down:
✅ Why time isn’t what’s actually holding you back
✅ The biggest hidden time-wasters in your life
✅ How to automate and eliminate...
If anxiety, negative self-talk, or feelings of overwhelm are holding you back from creating the healthy life you want, this episode is a must-listen.
In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Brittany Ellis, mental health therapist and author of The Scared Self-Care Guide, to dive deep into what anxiety really is, how it impacts your health, and — most importantly — how to heal. Brittany breaks down the neuroscience...
If you’ve ever stood in front of the pantry at 9 PM, asking yourself “Why can’t I stop eating?”—this episode is about to change everything.
Cravings and binge eating aren’t about willpower. They’re actually powerful signals from your body, your emotions, and your habits—and once you know how to decode those signals, you’ll finally feel in control without the guilt, shame, or constant battle.
Inside this episode of Isn’t...
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of restriction, perfectionism, or the all-or-nothing mindset when it comes to your health, this episode is for you! I’m joined by my past Seismic Shift client, Sue, who shares the powerful mindset shifts that transformed her health journey—helping her break free from guilt, restriction, and unsustainable dieting.
In this episode, we dive into:
✨ How the all-or-nothing mindset ...
I can’t believe we’re here! Over the past 100 episodes of Isn’t She Powerful, I’ve learned so much—from my own journey and from the incredible women who listen each week. In this special episode, I’m sharing the 5 biggest lessons that my listeners walk away with when it comes to sustainable healthy living.
If you’ve ever struggled with staying consistent, feeling guilty about food, or believing that you have to be perf...
Ever feel like you’re waiting for motivation to show up before you take action? Or maybe you start strong, but when the moment motivation fades, your habits fall apart? Here’s the truth: motivation is a lie—at least, the way we’ve been taught to think about it.
In today’s episode, we’re diving into:
✅ Why motivation is unreliable (and what to rely on instead!)
✅ The secret to taking action even when you don’t f...
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your own health and weight loss progress? The words we speak about ourselves—and the beliefs we hold about our abilities—play a powerful role in whether we stay consistent or fall into cycles of self-sabotage.
In this episode of Isn’t She Powerful, we’re diving deep into the subconscious mind and how it impacts our ability to reach our goals.
You’ll learn:
✅ How negative self-talk and limi...
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