Tag: Mindset shift

Episode 122: From Perimenopause Panic to Peace with Amanda MacKintosh

EPISODE 122: 

EPISODE 122: 

 From Perimenopause Panic to Peace with Amanda MacKintosh

From Perimenopause Panic to Peace with Amanda MacKintosh

SHOW NOTES

Okay, dude… if you’ve ever had a doctor shrug and basically say, “Yeah, you’re in perimenopause, good luck with that,” this episode is going to hit hard. My guest today, Amanda MacKintosh, got that exact speech right at the moment when she was gaining weight, feeling constantly hungry, and low-key convinced her body was broken.

Her social feeds were screaming hormones. Her doctor was like, get used to it. And Amanda? She honestly didn’t feel like doing any of the things she was being told to do. Chocolate and chips were putting up a very convincing argument.

But instead of spiraling into despair, Amanda did something kind of brilliant-slash-petty-slash-genius. She decided to follow a healthy living program perfectly just so she could go back to her doctor and say, “See? I did your boring advice and it does not work. Now fix me.”

Except… plot twist… it did work.

In this conversation, Amanda shares how she went from that perimenopause panic to feeling strong, capable, and dare I say joyful again. From eating vegetables like a goddamn champion to doing push-ups in sets of thirty and lifting her carry-on overhead without asking some random guy for help.

We get into habit loops, chocolate negotiations, why “making it fun” felt like an insult at first and the surprisingly boring thing that changed everything. Spoiler: it is not hormones. It is vegetables.

If you have ever felt like your body changed overnight and your willpower packed its bags and left, Amanda’s story is going to give you hope, relief and maybe a little kick in the butt.

WHAT’S INSIDE:

  • How panic around perimenopause and the “it’s your hormones” message kept Amanda stuck and what actually moved her forward
  • The shockingly boring secret behind her massive transformation
  • How the MFA helped her ditch all-or-nothing thinking and build habits that actually stick
  • Why fun matters more than willpower and how she made healthy living feel doable instead of dreadful

If you are nodding along to this and thinking, “Oh crap, this is me,” then dude, I want to hear about it. What is your version of feeling broken and what would it look like to feel powerful again? Not in some magical hormone hack way but in the real-life, choosing-yourself kind of way. Send me a DM on Instagram and tell me where you feel stuck and what you wish felt easier in your life right now. I love hearing your stories and cheering you on.

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Join Oonagh Duncan (fitness expert and bestselling author of Healthy As F*ck/Ditch The Diet) as she examines the habits of kicking ass every day - so you can create a life of no regrets.

Because your dream life (and your dream bod) isn’t just going to happen because you made a vision board. It takes Goals. It takes Grit. And it takes some woo-woo sh*t."

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Episode 113: When Everything Sucks…Do This: with Emmy Smaz

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When Everything Sucks...Do This: with Emmy Smaz

When Everything Sucks...Do This: with Emmy Smaz

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Look, I know what it’s like when life feels like a dumpster fire. You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, maybe grieving, maybe just fed the eff up with everything. And then someone’s like, “Wanna talk about your habits?” 

But before you roll your eyes into another dimension, hear me out. Emmy Smaz invited me onto her podcast, Beyond the Pain, to talk about what really creates change, especially when life is hard. And spoiler: it’s not motivation, willpower, or another sparkly wellness trend.

Emmy shares her deeply personal story about how she picked up Healthy As Fck* during one of the hardest seasons of her life and how it completely shifted not just her fitness but her entire identity. She literally transformed her grief into strength (and dragged her mom along with her in the best way possible).

We unpack what’s actually keeping most people stuck in their health goals (hint: it’s not because you suck), why perfectionism is secretly wrecking your progress, and how to finally make consistency feel doable even if you’re currently rocking a “no fucks left to give” energy.

This convo goes beyond fitness. This is about claiming radical responsibility without becoming a jerk to yourself. Whether you’re grieving, burnt out, or just need a reminder that small actions still count, you’re gonna want to hit play on this one.

WHAT’S INSIDE:

  • Why your brain loves sabotaging your goals and how to outsmart it
  • The truth about motivation, willpower, and why they don’t actually matter
  • How to build a bulletproof habit loop that works even on the crappiest days
  • Perfectionism vs. progress and why half-assed wins are where the magic is

If you’ve ever caught yourself saying “I just need to try harder” or feeling like you’re failing because your habits aren’t Insta-perfect, please stop what you’re doing and message me. I want to know where you're stuck. Are you all-or-nothing? Are you stuck in a shame spiral? Or maybe you’re just so damn tired? I’ve been there, and I want to hear your story. Come say hi on Instagram, and let’s talk about it.

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Join Oonagh Duncan (fitness expert and bestselling author of Healthy As F*ck/Ditch The Diet) as she examines the habits of kicking ass every day - so you can create a life of no regrets.

Because your dream life (and your dream bod) isn’t just going to happen because you made a vision board. It takes Goals. It takes Grit. And it takes some woo-woo sh*t."

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Episode 102: How To Get Motivated With Jordan Syatt

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How To Get Motivated With Jordan Syatt

How To Get Motivated With Jordan Syatt

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Okay, real talk…have you ever had that "screw it, I messed up so I might as well quit" moment with your fitness goals? Yeah, me too. And so has Jordan Syatt, my guest on today’s episode of Goals, Grit & Some Woo Woo Shit. Jordan’s one of the realest, no-BS voices in the fitness world—he’s trained Gary Vee, competed as a powerlifter, and is currently parenting two toddlers while running his business and still finding time to deadlift and draw penises on whiteboards (for educational purposes, obviously).

In this episode, we dive headfirst into the real reason people don’t stick with their fitness goals. Spoiler alert: it’s not seed oils. It’s not the government. It’s not even your metabolism. It’s your mindset…and Jordan calls us out in the best possible way.

We also unpack how fear can actually be a super underrated motivator. I even pushed back on this at first… until I realized I’ve literally written an exercise in my book that’s all about visualizing your worst-case scenario to spark change. Touché, Jordan.

We also talk about

  • Why you don’t need to love exercise (or be perfect at it!) to do it anyway
  • How the menopause “wellness” industry is profiting off your confusion
  • The real difference between training for health vs. training for a six-pack
  • The bullshit of “your body is your business card” and how we can be honest about body fluctuations, even in the spotlight

And honestly? This convo made me want to throw my kid in the air (safely), get some fresh air, and re-evaluate the fitness fear-based stories I still carry.

WHAT’S INSIDE:

  • The single biggest mindset block that sabotages most people’s health goals
  • How fear can kickstart motivation (and why that’s not a bad thing!)
  • Why the menopause fitness industry is full of expensive nonsense
  • The difference between training for health and chasing an Instagram body

So tell me—what’s been keeping you stuck lately?

Is it that all-or-nothing mindset? Perfectionism in disguise? Waiting to “want to” move your body? You’re not alone…and this episode might be the kick you need. Come tell me what resonated most over on Instagram. I’m always down to talk brain rewiring and half-assed action.

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ABOUT THE SHOW

Join Oonagh Duncan (fitness expert and bestselling author of Healthy As F*ck/Ditch The Diet) as she examines the habits of kicking ass every day - so you can create a life of no regrets.

Because your dream life (and your dream bod) isn’t just going to happen because you made a vision board. It takes Goals. It takes Grit. And it takes some woo-woo sh*t."

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Episode 82: Introducing the PRO-Aging Movement with Diane Gilman

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Introducing the PRO-Aging Movement with Diane Gilman

Introducing the PRO-Aging Movement with Diane Gilman

SHOW NOTES

Our fiery guest said it herself; she’s almost 80 years old and still a disruptor.

Meet Diane Gilman—fashion icon, teleretail queen, and all-around badass who refuses to fade into the background. She built an empire by rewriting the rules, and now she’s here to do the same for aging.

Because let’s be real—society has a plan for women after a certain age. And it’s not fabulous. If you don’t have your own vision, the world will grind you up and spit you out. Diane’s not having it.

From the beginning, Diane had an obvious destiny—talent, drive, and a few wild chances that took her to becoming the most successful tele-retailer on TV (at 60 no less). But her story isn’t just about the wins—it’s about the risks, the reinventions, and the moments that changed everything.

Diane faced breast cancer in her 70s. Her diagnosis went from hopeless to pow, pow, pow—knocking it out and coming back stronger. She shares a lightning-strike moment that didn’t just wake her up—it gave her a whole new purpose: helping women own their third act.

To Diane, age is JUST a number. And how you feel? A choice.

Some of you may say… “But Oonagh, I feel tired and achy!!!” Yeah, that happens. But you’re not powerless. Take care of yourself. Feed your body. Move it. Treat it like the powerhouse it is.

If you’re not learning, growing, and keeping up—you’re going backwards. You have to be fluid, or you’ll turn into cement.

And yes, that means getting the new iPhone. Watching what the kids are watching. Staying curious. You are still wired to learn new things—don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

Craving more of Diane’s wisdom? Tune in to her podcast, Too Young to Be Old.

WHAT’S INSIDE:

  • Diane’s rise to TV retail queen.
  • Beating cancer and finding purpose.
  • The secret to a successful third act.
  • Why keeping up and learning new things is the key to aging well.

How cool is Diane?! Even though I struggle with keeping up with new tech, fashion, and pop culture—but Diane made it clear: embracing the new, staying curious, and always learning is key to aging well. So, what’s the next new thing you’re going to try? Let me know on Insta!

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ABOUT THE SHOW

Join Oonagh Duncan (fitness expert and bestselling author of Healthy As F*ck/Ditch The Diet) as she examines the habits of kicking ass every day - so you can create a life of no regrets.

Because your dream life (and your dream bod) isn’t just going to happen because you made a vision board. It takes Goals. It takes Grit. And it takes some woo-woo sh*t."

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Episode 29: Goal: Stay Fit Over the Holiday Season

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Goal: Stay Fit Over the Holiday Season

Goal: Stay Fit Over the Holiday Season

SHOW NOTES

This might come as a surprise, but the holiday season does not equal being swallowed by a vortex of cheese and chocolate only to be spit out in the new year feeling like junk in uncomfortable pants.

You can actually make the conscious choice to emerge feeling like the god or goddess that you are AND still enjoy your holiday. [keep listening, I’m not totally crazy].

The key to this is the conscious part; you have to actually set a goal and take some small, immediate action… yes immediate. AKA, it doesn't have to be January…it doesn’t have to be Monday…do it right now even if it's 3 p.m. on a Wednesday.

And it wouldn’t be very efficient advice if I didn't come to you with some tips and steps. In this episode, I give you three tips to kick your mindset into gear, plus three tips to keep that fingernail hold on fitness this December.

It’s the end of November; you are not DOOMED to feel sluggish and fat the rest of the year. In fact it can be your best month yet!

You have to tune in so you can see how you can utilize the joy of the season, gain family support, and even become known as the “healthy” person. See what THAT’LL do for your motivation.

WHAT’S INSIDE:

  • Why wait till the new year to focus on a better, healthy you?
  • 3 tips to shift your mindset this holiday season.
  • 3 tips to keep a fingernail hold on fitness this December.
  • Simple and seamless habits that can happen anytime, not just on Mondays or January.

What tips do you think can be a gamechanger for you this holiday season? What are you afraid will happen if you focus on fitness instead of getting sucked into the cheesy, chocolaty vortex?

Let me know on Insta!

IMPORTANT LINKS:

ABOUT THE SHOW

Join Oonagh Duncan (fitness expert and bestselling author of Healthy As F*ck/Ditch The Diet) as she examines the habits of kicking ass every day - so you can create a life of no regrets.

Because your dream life (and your dream bod) isn’t just going to happen because you made a vision board. It takes Goals. It takes Grit. And it takes some woo-woo sh*t."

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