Unfiltered Fit Life

Unfiltered Fit Life

Ever wish you had a fit and straightforward BFF with over 15 years of experience to help you filter through all the information regarding fitness, nutrition and life? That’s exactly what you’ll get when you listen to the Unfiltered Fit Life Podcast. Join Former Bikini Olympia Champion, mom of 2, and fitness coach Nathalia Melo each week as she shares fitness, nutrition and life tips to help busy working moms simplify their fitness journey so they can learn easy and simple strategies on how to lose weight and feel sexy AF. After helping over 5000 busy working moms, Nathalia has found the blueprint to fitness, nutrition and life success, which she will be sharing in this podcast: actionable tips that will help busy working moms be more present at work and at home. This show is for you if you realize that nothing good comes from your comfort zone and are ready to challenge yourself to achieve great things. Follow Unfiltered Fit Life wherever you are listening to join us each week for a splash of sass, humor and a whole lotta of truth.

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May 21, 2025 67 mins

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Ever found yourself thinking, “Is it really me... or is this weight loss thing way more complicated than I’ve been told?”

Maybe you’ve side-eyed the Ozempic hype, gotten whiplash from the ever-changing advice (it’s carbs-no wait, cortisol-no wait, glucose spikes!), or felt straight-up gaslit by the fitness industry.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, the internet’s favorite meme-slinging...

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Ever feel like you’re doing everything “right” but still stuck, especially when it comes to feeling good in your skin after kids? You’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not alone. The diets, the brave face, the “I should have this figured out by now” spiral? Been there. It’s exhausting. 

In this honest convo, I sit down with Brittany & Matthew—a powerhouse couple navigating motherhood, marriage, and...

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I can’t believe I’m saying this… but we made it to 100 episodes!  

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of 100 episodes of unfiltered podcasting? Think embarrassing moments, wild honesty, and all the messy, very human chaos that never makes the highlight reel.

I let Coach Jen flip the script and hit me with every question under the sun—no filters, no prior approvals, just pure, unscripted t...

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Think every fitness coach is cranking out perfect “after” photos like some magic body factory? Cute. Let’s talk about the real story.

I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest lies in the fitness industry: the 100% success guarantee. Spoiler—some clients' ghosts. Some fake their food logs. Some aren’t ready to do the damn work. And guess what? That’s real life.

If you’re sick of highlight re...

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Is he “just tired”… or is it low testosterone? In this episode, I’m joined by Ali Gilbert—aka the Queen of Men’s Health—to break down what’s really going on when men seem off. From hormonal crashes to gym struggles and bedroom blues, we cover what every woman should know about andropause, low T, and how to support the men in their lives—without the awkward convos. Trust us, this one’s eye-opening and 10...

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Ever find yourself hopping from one hot new workout to the next, convinced this one’s gonna be the game-changer—only to be ghosted by your own motivation a week later?

If that hits a little too close to home… good.

Coach Jen is back, and we’re breaking down why your boredom isn’t a red flag—it’s a rite of passage. From psychology to lived experience, we dive into why consistency always wins, how to stop l...

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Sleep? Trash. Stress? Through the roof. Hormones? Acting like mean girls.

If your fat loss feels stalled no matter how “good” you’ve been—this episode is your reality check.

I'm breaking down the real reasons your body’s holding onto fat like it’s a family heirloom—hint: it’s not because you skipped a workout or had carbs on a Tuesday.

We’re calling out the sneaky trio—sleep, stress, and hormones—for ...

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Over fitness tips that sound like they were dreamed up in a crystal shop during Mercury retrograde? Yeah, same. In this no-BS episode, I sit down with Dr. Joey Muñoz—PhD in Nutritional Science and founder of Fit for Life Academy—to cut through the noise and finally talk about real, sustainable fat loss, muscle building, and what actually matters for women’s health.

We get into the truth about how age, in...

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Drowning in fitness and nutrition myths, wondering if your hormones are quietly wrecking your progress? You’re not alone—and this episode is here to clear things up fast. Dr. Lauren is flipping the script with her groundbreaking research, tearing apart the hype around menstrual cycle syncing and exposing the truth behind the fitness industry’s favorite fables.

Forget adjusting your workouts to your cycle...

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Ever thought about what it’s really like to jump back into the dating pool after divorce—especially in midlife? Is it the fresh start everyone hypes it up to be, or have we completely romanticized the escape?

In this no-holds-barred episode, I sit down with coach Jen to get brutally honest about what modern dating post-divorce actually looks like. And let me tell you—it’s not all candlelit dinners and ef...

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Ever feel like you’re stuck in an endless loop of “trying” but never actually getting anywhere? Like saying “I’m trying” or “I hope” makes you feel like you’re making progress—but really, it’s just keeping you in your comfort zone? Yeah, it’s time to call that out.

In this episode, I'm breaking down why these phrases are low-key sabotaging your success and how they’re stopping you from making real m...

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Are you caught in the never-ending chase for perfection, too afraid to make a move because failure feels like the ultimate nightmare? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re breaking down the perfectionist mindset that keeps high achievers—especially powerhouse women balancing demanding careers and personal lives—stuck in place.

Perfection doesn’t make you better; it paralyzes you. We’re unpacking how t...

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Did you know your smart fridge could be the weakest link in your home’s security? Yeah, that’s right—hackers aren’t just after your bank accounts; they’ll sneak in through your Wi-Fi-connected appliances too. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Yuri, a cybersecurity pro from Microsoft, to untangle the messy web of online threats and how to keep your digital life on lockdown.

We’re exposing just how ea...

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Feeling like your marriage is running on autopilot? Like the spark is buried under a pile of unspoken words and unmet needs? If your “happily ever after” is starting to feel more like “happy enough for now,” it’s time for a serious wake-up call.

In this episode, I team up with Coach Jen to dig into the messy, often-overlooked truth about communication in marriage. Spoiler: your commitment to fitness and ...

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Are you stuck in the cycle of “I feel good” while still chasing the body you really want? Maybe you’re drowning in the noise of societal expectations telling you to embrace your body no matter what—but deep down, you know you want change.

In this no-BS episode, I’m tearing down the toxic positivity myth and challenging you to get brutally honest with yourself. It’s time to face the hard facts, stop feedi...

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Stuck in the exhausting cycle of yo-yo dieting? Chasing quick fixes that used to work but now seem useless as you navigate menopause? You’re not alone—and it’s time to break that cycle for good. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the long-term impact of aggressive dieting, especially during perimenopause and menopause. 

Armed with eye-opening data, I’m laying out the hard truth: the choices you make t...

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Ever feel like your body’s turning on you as you get older, and everyone expects you to just shrug it off and deal with it? Yeah, no thanks. We’re not here for that mindset. In part two of my conversation with the amazing Dr. Stephanie Estima, we’re diving headfirst into how to tackle those wild hormonal transitions that come with age. Spoiler alert: it’s not about popping a magic pill and calling it a ...

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Ready to cut through the noise and get the real, science-backed lowdown on women’s health? You’re in the right place. In this special two-part conversation, I’m joined by the powerhouse herself, Dr. Stephanie Estima—a top-tier expert in female health, metabolism, and performance. Together, we’re pulling back the curtain on what women really need to thrive, especially as we navigate perimenopause and men...

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Are we raising a generation that's afraid of food? Why do kids today have such complicated relationships with their plates and mirrors?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Jennifer Lawson to unpack how our own behaviors as moms are quietly shaping our kids’ health—for better or worse. From the lingering scars of those ‘90s diet culture messages to the dangers of today’s restrictive food trends, w...

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Let’s be real—how often have you told yourself you’re waiting for the “perfect time” to start something big? Spoiler alert: that mythical perfect time? It almost never shows up. Instead, you set sky-high goals, get buried in overwhelm, and then beat yourself up when you can’t keep up. Sound familiar?

We’re calling out the cycle of overwhelm and guilt for what it is—BS. I’m breaking down actionable steps ...

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