In this inspiring episode of The You World Order Showcase Podcast, host Jill Hart speaks with Alisha Carlson, brain-based fitness and lifestyle coach and host of the Strong Her Way podcast. Alisha’s approach to health and fitness combines mindset and tangible actions, helping women heal their relationships with food, body image, and themselves. Her mission is to guide women in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits seamlessly into their busy lives without restrictive diets or obsessive calorie counting.Shifting the Paradigm: From Body Fixing to Self-LoveAlisha’s journey in the world of fitness and health began with her own struggles with body image. Growing up in the 90s, she internalized society’s ideals about the “perfect” body. She shared that she constantly compared herself to her peers, feeling that her body didn’t fit the mold. This quest to “fix” her body eventually led her to dieting, running, and even participating in bodybuilding competitions.However, even at her “best” weight, Alisha still felt that something was missing. This experience, along with her observations of how diet culture affects women, ultimately inspired her to take a different path. Now, Alisha’s coaching focuses on the belief that true health and happiness start from within, and that embracing one's body as it is leads to a more fulfilling, balanced life.The Power of Mindset in Health and WellnessJill and Alisha delve into the power of mindset in achieving sustainable health. Alisha highlights that many people think health starts with what they eat or how much they exercise, but in reality, it starts in the mind. For years, Alisha herself believed that changing her body would change her happiness, but even at her leanest, she still felt dissatisfied. This realization led her to explore the root of these feelings and adopt a holistic approach.Alisha emphasizes the importance of questioning societal norms around beauty and health. “Who says what’s beautiful or acceptable?” she asks. By teaching her clients to question these beliefs and uncover their origins, Alisha helps them redefine what health and happiness mean for them personally. This shift in mindset empowers her clients to embrace their bodies, which is a crucial first step in their journeys toward self-acceptance and true well-being.Breaking Free from Diet CultureBoth Jill and Alisha discuss the pressures and misconceptions surrounding weight loss and dieting. Alisha points out that for many women, there’s a deep-seated fear of food due to diet culture. They are often conditioned to believe that the only way to be healthy or “good enough” is through strict calorie restrictions and rigorous exercise routines. This diet mentality, however, can lead to burnout, stress, and a toxic relationship with food and body image.Instead of counting calories and restricting food intake, Alisha encourages her clients to focus on eating intuitively, nourishing their bodies with the right nutrients, and enjoying food without guilt. She notes that counting calories is rarely sustainable, and it often leads to an unhealthy cycle of deprivation and overindulgence. Instead, her coaching centers on mindful eating and self-compassion, helping women feel at ease with their bodies and food choices.Building Strength and Health for LongevityOne of the major themes in this episode is the importance of building strength and focusing on long-term health, especially for women as they age. Alisha explains that many of her clients, particularly those who are postmenopausal, are at risk of osteoporosis and other health issues. She emphasizes that strength training is essential, not just for aesthetics, but for maintaining muscle mass, balance, and bone health as we age.Alisha and Jill discuss how women’s bodies change over time and how important it is to adapt our health and fitness goals accordingly. Rather...

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