Episodes

This episode dives deeper into the Top 5 Non-Negotiables you should implement if you want to lose weight. Prioritize Protein Practice Appetite Awareness Move their body’s CONSISTENTLY Lift Heavy Weights Let go of All-or-Nothing Thinking & See Opportunities for GROWTH. I break each step down into actions and perspective changes you can begin to practice today to get you closer to your goals. Links and Resources for this episode: Apply for The Feed Method, my signature 1:1 coaching program...

I discuss the Restrict and Binge Cycle in this episode of Feed Your Health. I talk about what it is, advise navigating away from extremes, and share insight on getting out of the scarcity mindset and into abundance. You’ll hear me talk about how restriction is the old way, and learning to develop self-trust around food and paying attention to your body’s needs is a new way. If you often find yourself getting stuck on food autopilot or ending up in extreme deprivation or overindulgence, this epis...

In this episode, I dive into a bit of the science of metabolism. I discuss its adaptive nature and why that is important for weight loss. I touch on the effects of chronic dieting on metabolism. I also discuss the importance of gathering a metabolic baseline to evaluate where a client is at prior to determining a course of action. A touch more science-focused than usual, this episode is a great listen for those who feel like they have reached a plateau and may have been putting stress on their m...

In this episode of “Feed Your Health,” I dive deep into the different biofeedback markers that I have clients pay attention to. You don’t have to have a coach to track these things; building awareness around these markers will help develop a bigger picture of where you are on your journey. I give you a handful of questions to ask yourself related to each marker. These biofeedback markers include Stress, Energy, Sleep, Hunger, Emotions, Non-Exercise Activity, Connections, Outside Time, Movement,...

This episode is a few days later than planned because it took me a minute to get back on track after my holiday. But here we are coming in with a talk about proper food portioning and how we don’t have a good grasp on that. In this episode, you’ll hear me talk about the importance of learning how to set up your plate at home and navigate a menu out in the world so you don’t have to deprive yourself of your favorite foods completely. I share past habits and how my eating has changed over the year...

This episode of Feed Your Health focuses on building community and aligning with your values. I cover some tips on discovering your values and detail how building these values into your life can help with your health. I discuss figuring out what is important to you can add more joy and purpose to your life, but it can also help you find your community. I share that my values focus on connections with other people, experiences, and my impact on others. In this episode, you’ll also hear about the ...

So excited for this episode of Feed Your Health, where two of my passions come together – Raving and Health. In this episode, I discuss preparing your body and mind for a three-day music festival “glamping” adventure. I’ll share tips and tricks on getting your nutrition on point and treating it like the sporting event that it is. Even if you are not going to EDC – the Electric Daisy Carnival in Vegas, these tips are relevant for any festival event that lasts multiple days; you’re not going to wa...

Today I’m talking about the tumultuous feelings of starting something new. You’ll hear me share a bit of my journey getting back in the gym after a hiatus and the anxiety that has caused. In this episode of Feed Your Health, I give you some strategies to make learning something new more approachable – and while it will still be a challenge, I hope hearing this episode will empower you to take that courageous next step! Links and Resources for this episode: Apply for The Feed Method, my signatu...

This episode of Feed Your Health takes a deep dive into ways of thinking that might be holding you back from making progress on your body transformation journey. You’ll hear about the importance of allowing yourself to slow down and learn. Learning something new takes time. I share some examples where my perfectionism got in the way, creating a fear of failure and fear of effort in the face of new challenges. Hopefully, this short but impactful episode will leave you inspired and ready to keep...

This long-awaited episode is finally here! I have on special guest Kaitlyn Del Duca in this episode of Feed Your Health. She’s a certified fitness, nutrition, and fashion specialist. Trigger warning – we talk about eating disorders and car accidents. Kaitlyn shares what got her into coaching, briefing us on her struggles with her thyroid shutting down and destroying her metabolism. She talks about having not one but two car accidents that left her having to re-learn her entire body. We discuss...

Do you struggle to achieve your goals, and adopting new habits feels impossible? This episode of Feed Your Health is a quickie but full of valuable advice for creating a new habit. I’ll discuss what they are, how to make them, and how to automate them. I’ll share some perspective shifts on making the process fun, easy and effective. I break it down into followable steps to help you implement the most effective behaviors for achieving your goals. You’ll hear me talk about creating rewards system...

Justine is an adaptive and inclusive trainer helping CRPS – Complex regional pain syndrome – warriors manage pain. In this episode of Feed Your Health, you’ll hear Justine tell her story – living life with CRPS, and share how she learned to navigate that tumultuous journey. This episode has a lot of good nuggets on how to live your best life, get connected to your “Why,” create a purpose for your life, and most importantly, how movement is the medicine that keeps us alive. We talk about her M....

In this episode of Feed Your Health, I discuss how many of us often get stuck in an “All or Nothing” Mindset. I talk about letting go of perfectionism and expectations in favor of “holism.” You’ll learn the importance of celebrating small wins and breaking down big goals into manageable action steps. I do a deep dive into my Ironman Louisville experience and how even if the day didn’t go as planned, it was still a win. This episode is for you if you hold yourself to impossible expectations an...

I am so excited to bring you my first guest podcast starring the fabulous Irina Macare. Irina is Certified in Sleep, Stress management, and Recovery. In this jam-packed episode of Feed Your Health, we do a deep dive into the importance of sleep. You’ll hear a breakdown of Irina’s own personal struggles with sleep and burnout, as well as how she got into this industry of helping others. Irina shares with us all things Sleep SCIENCE as we discuss the purpose of sleep, how to improve it, and the ...

In this episode of Feed Your Health, I do a deep dive into Emotional Eating. You’ll hear a breakdown on Emotional Eating and how the food industry prays on our cravings, perpetuating the issue. I’ll discuss my own relationship with Emotional Eating and what alternative coping mechanisms I choose now. You’ll learn several stress management techniques that might help you on your journey. I touch on the binge and restrict cycle and stress the importance of developing body awareness. Links and R...

I am beyond excited to officially launch the first episode of Feed Your Health! I’ll be dropping in with a little intro about me, your host Morgan E. Shepherd. I’m a Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach and founder of The Feed Method, my signature 1:1 coaching program, a personalized approach to weight loss to fit your needs and circumstances. Today I talk about the need to stop starting over with your weight loss journey. Stop standing in your own way and limiting yourself. We all do it,...