Living Well with Liv Hill

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, host Liv Hill dives deep into the world of meal prepping, discussing its importance and how to tailor it to individual personalities and lifestyles. She distinguishes between meal prep and ingredient prep, emphasizing the flexibility of the latter. Liv shares her personal experiences with both methods, offers strategies for success, and highlights the significance of protein in mea...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the common frustrations with the scale and how it often misrepresents progress in health and fitness journeys. She emphasizes the importance of understanding body composition, the role of muscle versus fat, and alternative indicators of progress such as clothing fit, strength, and energy levels. Liv encourages listeners to adopt a healthier mindset towards the sc...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the concepts of willpower and motivation, emphasizing that they are often overrated and fleeting. Instead, she advocates for building systems that facilitate change, adopting an identity that aligns with one's goals, and fostering a supportive community. Liv shares practical strategies for implementing these concepts in daily life, encouraging listeners to f...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the journey of repairing one's relationship with food. She shares her personal experiences of weight loss and the challenges faced along the way. Liv outlines key indicators that signify progress in developing a healthier mindset towards food, emphasizing the importance of education and self-awareness. The conversation encourages listeners to recognize their...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses various hidden factors that can sabotage fat loss efforts. She emphasizes the importance of being mindful of healthy snacking, weekend overeating, drinking calories, insufficient sleep, and a sedentary lifestyle. Liv provides practical tips to overcome these challenges and encourages listeners to take accountability for their habits to achieve their health and we...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv discusses the concept of reverse dieting, emphasizing its importance in maintaining weight loss after a fat loss phase. She explains how reverse dieting helps to gradually increase calorie intake, rebuild metabolism, prevent rebound weight gain, restore energy and hormonal balance, and mentally reset the relationship with food. Liv shares practical examples and client experienc...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, host Liv Hill delves into the world of coaching, exploring what it entails, the benefits it offers, and how it can be tailored to individual needs. Liv shares personal anecdotes and insights into the coaching process, emphasizing the importance of customization, community support, and effective communication. The discussion covers various aspects of coaching, including weekly check...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the normalization of various aspects of health journeys, particularly focusing on weight loss and lifestyle changes. She emphasizes the importance of long-term approaches, the role of walking, meal planning, and understanding hunger during fat loss phases. Liv encourages listeners to embrace these concepts as part of their health journeys, aiming to create a sust...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, host Liv Hill shares her personal February challenge involving a weighted vest and discusses the importance of mindset in decision-making. She emphasizes the question, 'What's the worst that could happen?' as a way to encourage listeners to take action and try new things, while also exploring the potential positive outcomes of their decisions. Through examples from h...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the concept of recovery in nutrition, emphasizing the importance of bouncing back from dietary missteps. She explores common scenarios where individuals may stray from their dietary plans and offers practical strategies for quick recovery. Liv encourages listeners to adopt a mindset that focuses on recovery rather than perfection, providing tools to help set up a...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the concept of self-care through personal anecdotes and client stories. She emphasizes the importance of planning and preparation in achieving a fulfilling self-care experience, particularly in the context of dining out. Liv encourages listeners to redefine self-care beyond traditional methods, highlighting that it can be as simple as planning meals or taking tim...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill shares her personal journey of weight loss and maintenance, discussing the challenges she faced and the lessons learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of education in nutrition, the emotional struggles tied to food, and the significance of finding balance in one's approach to health. Liv reflects on her past failures and how they shaped her coaching phil...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the importance of workouts and how to create a sustainable fitness routine. She emphasizes the need for flexibility in scheduling workouts, the significance of building habits, and the importance of finding enjoyable activities to maintain motivation. Liv shares her personal journey and insights on how to effectively integrate fitness into daily life, encouraging...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, host Liv Hill and guest Crystal discuss effective strategies for fat loss, focusing on the importance of being in a caloric deficit and the role of protein intake. Crystal shares her personal experience of transitioning from liquid protein sources to solid foods, highlighting the benefits of increased satiety and energy levels. The conversation also touches on creative recipes for ...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv discusses practical strategies for maintaining step goals during the winter months. She emphasizes the importance of setting realistic step targets based on current activity levels and provides various techniques for increasing step counts indoors. Liv also explores different types of equipment that can aid in achieving step goals, such as walking pads and peddlers, and encoura...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv discusses the importance of health check-ups, particularly mammograms, and shares her personal experience. She delves into the all or nothing mindset that often sabotages nutrition goals and offers practical strategies to overcome it. Liv emphasizes the significance of meal planning and creating a 'dream menu' that includes enjoyable foods while still being mindful of...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv shares her reflections on the holiday season and transitions into a deeper discussion about sustainable health goals as the new year approaches. She emphasizes the importance of setting realistic and maintainable health objectives rather than succumbing to fleeting resolutions. Liv introduces the concept of spiritual fasting, sharing personal anecdotes and client experiences to...

In this episode of the Art of Living Well podcast, Liv Hill discusses the concept of willpower, especially during the holiday season. She emphasizes that willpower is a finite resource and shares personal experiences to illustrate how it can be challenged during stressful times. Liv advocates for creating a supportive environment that minimizes temptations, allowing individuals to achieve their goals without solely relying on willp...