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Our body compositions are a product of the many subtle decisions we make daily, and it’s easy to miss the ones that throw us off and invite unwanted weight back into our lives. Let’s cover 3 of the most critical ones and how to handle them!
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Kickstart your meal planning with easy, no-stress meals. Build momentum, simplify your week, and stick to healthy habits without the guilt.
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Protein often comes with hidden fat. Learn why checking fat content is key to managing calories and macros. Make smarter choices for leaner nutrition!
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Join WarriorBabe VIP, a 12-month 1:1 coaching program for women 40+. Get custom nutrition, daily support, and lasting results—monthly plans available.
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Carbs are not all created equal, and this is especially true of the distinction between simple and complex carbs.
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Ruts are normal, but they don’t have to stick. You can break free, and it often doesn’t take much to get started! Let’s take a look at 3 of the best ways to do it...1. Revisit your rootsWe all forget why we started sometimes — it’s normal. It’s even healthy — when we look back on the beginning of the journey, we realize how far we’ve come and whether we’re still aligned with our intentions. Ask how your goals and priorities have changed, and get super clear on what drives them. Then you can look at your current trajectory and see where you’ve been consistent (and where you haven’t). This makes it much simpler to find your motivation again and press forward with more excitement and energy than you’ve had in ages!
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Stay motivated and enjoy your workouts with these three simple strategies to fit exercise into your busy life—without stress or guilt!
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The fitness industry has a dark secret hidden behind promises of quick-fix results and unattainable goals.It keeps women jumping from diet to diet, always starting something new and then bouncing back, even when they know deep down that nothing is going to change.The end result is that you can try going on keto, low-fat, intermittent fasting, whatever the latest trend is… And still be pulled into yet another program making the same promises, using a different type of restriction.Typically, it also comes with the promise of absurdly fast results, and it’s so cleverly designed that even if you never see lasting results after doing everything right, it’s nearly impossible to resist coming back over and trying again…No matter how frustrating or difficult it becomes!These companies pull women in by using complicated systems that only work under extremely specific circumstances.Keto is a perfect example: Ketosis only kicks in when carbs are almost completely absent from your body… And at the moment you reintroduce carbs to your diet, this fat-burning mechanism grinds to a halt.Intermittent fasting relies on avoiding all food except for within a very specific window of time. But outside of that time, you may be constantly battling hunger and fatigue until you’re even allowed a snack.While some women have the time and willpower to get everything absolutely perfect, this lifestyle isn’t realistic for the vast majority of women. Plus, it’ll make you miserable faster than you can say “low cal”!If you understand this secret and how it’s designed to keep you hooked on programs that never work, you can take back control and turn the tables on these unrealistic and unsustainable diets forever.I can attest to this… I was on brutally restrictive plans in my competition days, and once I discovered why I could never see the results I wanted unless I put my body through hell, everything clicked into place.Since then and for the past 7 years, I’ve worked out about 3-5 days a week, eating a sustainable and enjoyable diet that allows me to stay toned year-round without the ups and downs most nutrition plans are infamous for.I’ve never looked back since. Restrictive diets don’t work, plain and simple — look at what happens with those “success stories” months or years later and that will be abundantly clear.I can show you the same step-by-step process over 8,138 women have used and continue to use right now to make and KEEP progress they never found with any restrictive diets!
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More sessions, not longer ones If you want to increase your cardio and it’s actually going to help you move toward your goals (i.e. you’re not overdoing it), don’t just extend your sessions — you’ll benefit more from distributing it more evenly over extra sessions. This helps mitigate against fatigue as long cardio workouts drain a ton of energy. By distributing the same total amount of cardio across more days of the week, you’ll typically notice more consistent energy levels and be able to enjoy life more in general! So don’t be tempted to go through it all at once.
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300 episodes. Nearly 1.2 million downloads. Today’s not just a celebration — it’s a tribute to the bold conversations, powerful truths, and unfiltered education that have transformed thousands of women around the world. In this milestone episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott takes you on a highlight reel of the top 3 most downloaded guest interviews of all time — featuring fire-packed moments from: 🔥 Dr. Stacy Sims — Why Your 1200-Calorie Diet Isn’t Working 🔥 Alicia Erickson — How to Get Ripped at 51 🔥 Dr. Jolene Brighten — The Truth About Hormones They Never Taught You These are the mic-drop moments that cracked open old beliefs and rewrote the script for women who are DONE being misinformed, underfed, and overlooked. Whether you’re new here or have been riding with us from episode 1 — this one’s for YOU. Thank you for being part of this mission, this movement, and this WarriorBabe legacy. 🙏🏼 Let’s go, babe — 300 down, and we’re just getting started.
In this episode of The Macro Hour, host Nikkiey Stott flips the script on the modern definition of “self-care.” With tough love and raw honesty, she unpacks why so many women are stuck in a cycle of emotional escape masked as “balance” — and how what they think is nurturing them is actually sabotaging their goals. Nikkiey dives into the psychology behind avoidance patterns, the cultural conditioning that glorifies rest without accountability, and the gritty truth that real self-care often looks like discipline, boundaries, and doing the hard thing. Listeners will walk away with a powerful reframe on what it means to truly care for yourself — and how to start choosing habits that build confidence instead of chaos.
In one of her most vulnerable episodes yet, Nikkiey Stott opens up about the quiet toll the past year has taken on her body, her health, and her spirit. From the outside, she looked like she had it all together — running a thriving company, showing up on camera, leading a movement. But behind the scenes, her body was sending signals: exhaustion, hair loss, brain fog, poor recovery, and more. This episode chronicles what happened when Nikkiey finally paused to dig deeper. She shares her journey through functional lab testing that revealed low thyroid, low testosterone, and adrenal dysfunction — and how years of pushing, forcing, and staying “in control” had led her nervous system into chronic fight-or-flight. What follows is a story of healing: from seeking neurofeedback therapy to rebuilding her relationship with God, learning to soften, surrender, and step out of masculine energy. For any woman who’s been silently struggling while doing everything right, this is the reminder that your body keeps the score — and your healing matters.
In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott sits down with WarriorBabe Brand Face Maggie Topham—a health and fitness veteran with over 30 years of experience helping women take back control of their bodies and confidence. Maggie opens up about the symptoms that pushed her to take her health more seriously and how years of yo-yo dieting and under-eating wrecked her metabolism. She shares how she broke free from the cycle of losing and regaining the same weight, learned to properly fuel her body, and built lasting strength. Along the way, she exposes why so many women feel misled by the endless “quick fixes” out there—and what it really takes to create results that last. This conversation is real, eye-opening, and inspiring—proving that you’re never too old to transform and thrive. Want more inspiration from Maggie? Follow her here: Instagram: @func_health TikTok: func.health Facebook: Maggie Topham And catch more of Maggie featured on WarriorBabe's Instagram: @warriorbabe
In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott calls out the #1 excuse keeping women from getting results: “I’m too busy.” If that phrase has ever come out of your mouth — this one’s for you. Nikkiey breaks down: Why time isn’t the problem — priorities are The hidden ways we waste hours every week How to find time when you swear you don’t have any Why putting yourself last isn’t noble — it’s sabotaging you And how to use 10-minute micro-habits to build unstoppable momentum This episode is a wake-up call to stop overcomplicating, start showing up, and finally prioritize the one thing that changes everything: you. Ready to stop playing small and start taking your goals seriously — even in the busiest season of life? Press play. Let’s go.
In this fire episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott calls out one of the most toxic patterns women fall into: scale obsession. If your day starts (or ends) with stepping on the scale and letting that number decide your mood, your confidence, or whether you “deserve” to feel proud — this one’s for you. Nikkiey breaks down: Why the number on the scale is incomplete data What you’re really chasing when you say you want to lose weight The emotional trap of weight-based identity How to shift your mindset from shrinking to building And 10 powerful ways to measure REAL progress — strength, energy, resilience, and self-respect It’s time to stop chasing a smaller number and start building a stronger you. Because the scale doesn’t define you. You do. Hit play — and let’s rewrite the story you’ve been telling yourself. 🔥
In this eye-opening episode, Nikkiey Stott — co-founder of WarriorBabe and host of The Macro Hour — unpacks one of the most common reasons women stall their fat loss progress: the weekend. She exposes the “I was good all week” mindset and breaks down exactly how just 2–3 days of untracked or carefree eating can completely undo five solid days of discipline. But this episode isn’t just tough love — it’s a guide to getting out of the cycle. Nikkiey shares how to create real balance, avoid the rebound behavior that keeps women stuck, and finally start seeing results that actually stick. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday or wondering why the scale won’t budge, this episode will hit hard — and help you shift for good.

In this raw and real episode, Nikkiey Stott — co-founder of WarriorBabe — unpacks the emotional rollercoaster that happens when women stop dieting after years (or decades) of chasing weight loss. If you’ve ever tied your self-worth to your size, obsessed over the scale, or called yourself “the healthy one” because you’re always on a plan… this one’s going to hit home. Nikkiey dives deep into: Why letting go of the "dieter identity" feels like losing control The emotional detox no one prepares you for What goals to chase after weight loss And how to rebuild your identity around strength, confidence, and freedom — not restriction This episode is a must-listen for any woman who’s ready to stop obsessing over fat loss and start stepping into her power. It’s time to become the woman who’s done dieting — for good. Tune in now.

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott dives into the most overlooked and underrated phase of any transformation journey: maintenance.You crushed your fat loss goals. You hit your number. You feel good… But now? The compliments slow down. The scale stops moving. And honestly? You feel kinda meh about it all.Welcome to maintenance — the phase where real discipline begins and where long-term success is either built or lost.In this raw and real episode, Nikkiey breaks down:Why maintenance feels mentally boring (but why that’s actually a GOOD thing)How to deal with the loss of external validation after fat lossThe exact markers that show you're crushing the maintenance phaseWhat to focus on instead of the scaleAnd why this phase is where your identity really gets locked inIf you’ve ever reached your goal weight and thought, “Now what?”, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to live in your results — and never start over again.Spoiler: The flex isn’t losing the weight. It’s keeping it off without obsession. Let’s go.
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In Episode 92, we're going unfiltered and unapologetic about fitness with the incredible Sal Di Stefano of MindPump. Prepare for a no-nonsense discussion that cuts through the noise and gets straight to the heart of effective training, nutrition, and mindset.Sal shares his wealth of knowledge, debunking common fitness myths and shedding light on the strategies that truly deliver results. From strength training principles to nutrition essentials, this conversation is a goldmine for anyone serious about their fitness journey.Tune in now for an eye-opening episode that empowers you to take control of your fitness destiny. It's time to ditch the fads and embrace evidence-based approaches that lead to lasting transformation.
Prepare to transform not just your body but your entire fitness journey by mastering the most powerful tool you possess: your mindset. Explore the psychology of long-term success to learn effective methods for overcoming obstacles, staying inspired, and sustaining a long-term commitment to your fitness and health goals. Tune in now and discover how shifting your perspective can unleash untapped potential, helping you break through plateaus and conquer challenges.
Join Britley Williams as she shares her journey of holistic healing, highlighting the power of mental, emotional, and physical well-being in achieving true transformation.
Five compelling reasons why prioritizing rest and recovery is the key to unlocking your body's full potential. From muscle repair to hormonal balance, you'll gain invaluable insights into the physiological benefits of giving your body the downtime it deserves.This episode is a reminder that progress isn't just about pushing harder—it's about smart, balanced training. Embracing rest days is a powerful strategy to optimize performance, prevent burnout, and ultimately reach your goals.Tune in now and let's revolutionize your approach to fitness. By understanding and harnessing the science of rest days, you'll propel yourself towards a stronger, healthier, and more empowered you!
Concept of Non-Scale Victories (NSVs) and their pivotal role in your fitness journey. Join us for an eye-opening discussion on how recognizing and celebrating these triumphs can be the key to sustained motivation and long-term success. Unpacking six impactful NSVs, from increased energy levels to improved mental well-being, demonstrating that progress goes far beyond mere numbers and discovering the significance of these victories and how they can be powerful indicators of your overall health and well-being. Tune in now and let's shift the focus from the scale to the incredible strides you're making every day. Embrace your victories and fuel your journey towards a healthier, happier you!
Episode 84 is about reclaiming control and momentum after travel. A dynamic discussion that unveils five powerful strategies to seamlessly reintegrate healthy habits into your routine. Tune in now because this episode is packed with actionable tips designed to help you not only recover swiftly but also thrive in your daily life. Travel disruptions don't have to be setbacks. With the right mindset and strategies, you can turn them into opportunities for growth and transformation. It's time to bounce back stronger and continue on your path to a healthier, more empowered you. Don't let travel be a roadblock – let it be a stepping stone to even greater success!
Tune in now and join us for a powerful conversation with the remarkable Erin Washington. Her inspiring journey from battling eating disorders to finding empowerment is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Erin shares her story with honesty and vulnerability, offering invaluable insights on self-love, healing, and embracing a positive relationship with food and body image. Her transformation serves as a beacon of hope for anyone on a similar path. This episode is a reminder that no matter the challenges we face, we have the strength within us to overcome and thrive. Erin's story is a testament to the power of self-discovery and the possibility of a brighter, more empowered future.
Here is a candid conversation about my early struggles with macros and weight training. Tune in now and join me as I open up about the challenges I faced as a beginner, and how I overcame them to build a strong foundation for my fitness journey. This episode is a reminder that every fitness journey starts with a learning curve, and it's okay to stumble along the way.
I share a personal account of a challenging period in my fitness journey. Tune in now and join me as I open up about the dangers of restrictive dieting and overtraining, and the valuable lessons I gained from this experience. This episode is a reminder that balance and self-care are crucial components of a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.




