Strength Renewed

• Rewriting the Script: Letting Go of What No Longer Serves You

  Contact Jess:Jessica DiBiaseCoach, Kettlebell Trainer for over 15 years, Founder of @kettleguard and Kettlebell World ChampionFollow me on IG @jessicadibiasefitnessemail: [email protected] up now for my 4 week Kettlebell and Core Online program!https://dedicated-composer-4407.kit.com/products/kettlebells-and-coreContact Mikki:Mikki WIlliden PhDhttps://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first order Mikki and Jess dive deep into the stories we tell ourselves—particularly those around body image, disordered eating, and health behaviours—and how these inherited or long-held narratives can either empower us or hold us back. They explore the complex emotions tied to identity, the fear of letting go, and how past experiences can still shape present choices. Through personal stories and client examples, they unpack how to reframe your lens, shift your identity, and move from a survival mindset to one of strength and sustainability. This conversation is a powerful reminder that transformation isn’t about a single moment—it’s the small daily actions that reflect who we want to become.Highlights:How early food and body image narratives shape lifelong habits and identityWhy it's hard—but necessary—to let go of stories that no longer serve youThe danger of holding onto outdated identities, especially around disordered eatingHow to reframe your goals beyond aesthetics and towards performance, strength, and longevityThe power of slow, consistent change in reshaping your sense of self

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• The Invisible Cap: Rethinking Hunger, Fuel, and the Food Rules Holding You Back

  Contact Jess:Jessica DiBiaseCoach, Kettlebell Trainer for over 15 years, Founder of @kettleguard and Kettlebell World ChampionFollow me on IG @jessicadibiasefitnessemail: [email protected] up now for my 4 week Kettlebell and Core Online program!https://dedicated-composer-4407.kit.com/products/kettlebells-and-coreContact Mikki:Mikki WIlliden PhDhttps://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first orderThis week, Jess and Mikki get into a conversation many women will resonate with: the invisible “calorie caps” we subconsciously put on our meals—especially when we're trying to eat "healthy."We cover:Why eating more at meals can actually help you snack less laterThe food rules we absorb without question (like “no more than 500 calories per meal”)How under-eating during the day leads to over-snacking at nightThe moral ranking of food and behaviors (e.g. Greek yogurt = good, peanut butter cups = bad)Why it's okay—and often necessary—to eat more if you're activeHow protein and fiber are the key filters to assess hungerStrategies to flip your mindset from restriction to nourishmentThe cortisol cost of under-fueling your workoutsWhy nighttime cravings aren’t always about willpowerPlus, we chat Ninja Creamies, nut butter binges, and how to finally get out of the “I was good all day, I deserve this” finish-line mentality.

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• 2% Better: Building Real Self-Acceptance

  Contact Jess:Jessica DiBiaseCoach, Kettlebell Trainer for over 15 years, Founder of @kettleguard and Kettlebell World ChampionFollow me on IG @jessicadibiasefitnessemail: [email protected] up now for my 4 week Kettlebell and Core Online program!https://dedicated-composer-4407.kit.com/products/kettlebells-and-coreContact Mikki:Mikki WIlliden PhDhttps://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first orderMikki and Jess dive into a wide-ranging conversation that starts with Jess’s recent colonoscopy and opens into a powerful dialogue about body satisfaction, aging, self-perception, and the emotional complexities tied to physical goals. From the myth of detox cleanses to the realities of post-weight-loss body image, the duo unpack why the aesthetic "end goal" often doesn't deliver the satisfaction people expect—and how true transformation lies in daily practices, mindset shifts, and self-compassion. With personal anecdotes, science-backed insights, and tangible tips, this episode offers a refreshing reminder that change is incremental, strength is ageless, and you are more than your appearance.Topics Covered:Jess’s colonoscopy experience and health anxietyThe illusion of body transformation as a fix for self-esteemWhy weight loss can highlight perceived flaws like celluliteNavigating midlife body image and self-acceptanceBuilding lasting change through daily, incremental habits

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• Systems, Sweatshirts & Sustainable Change: Rethinking Weight Loss

  Contact Jess:Jessica DiBiaseCoach, Kettlebell Trainer for over 15 years, Founder of @kettleguard and Kettlebell World ChampionFollow me on IG @jessicadibiasefitnessemail: [email protected] up now for my 4 week Kettlebell and Core Online program!https://dedicated-composer-4407.kit.com/products/kettlebells-and-coreContact Mikki:Mikki WIlliden PhDhttps://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first orderShow Notes Summary: In this  episode of Strength Renewed, Mikki and Jess share a vulnerable, nuanced conversation about the role of systems, habit tracking, and intentional living—especially during midlife transitions like perimenopause. Using their beloved Aviator Nation sweatshirts as a symbol of inspiration, they explore how consistency, clarity, and small actions compound over time. The duo also delve into the complexities of weight loss medications, acknowledging both their promise and limitations. This is not a “for or against” conversation—but a refreshingly balanced look at what sustainable transformation really takes. Whether you’re navigating hormonal shifts or just trying to build better habits, this episode offers wisdom, empathy, and a nudge to take that next small step.Highlights:Why systems (even cozy sweatshirts!) matter more than motivationThe challenges of honest food tracking—and why it's worth itWhen weight loss medications are helpful and how to build habits around themThe importance of defining what "doing everything" really meansWhy slow, deliberate change may be more powerful than quick fixes

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• Letting Go of “Shoulds”: Navigating Transitions with Grace

  Contact Jess:Jessica DiBiaseCoach, Kettlebell Trainer for over 15 years, Founder of @kettleguard and Kettlebell World ChampionFollow me on IG @jessicadibiasefitnessemail: [email protected] up now for my 4 week Kettlebell and Core Online program!https://dedicated-composer-4407.kit.com/products/kettlebells-and-coreContact Mikki:Mikki WIlliden PhDhttps://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first orderMikki and Jess dive deep into the emotional undercurrents that come with life’s transitions—graduations, birthdays, seasons, and roles that evolve with time. Jess opens up about the bittersweet feelings surrounding her son’s graduation, unearthing default narratives of “not being enough” that many listeners will relate to. Mikki offers thoughtful reflection and challenges those narratives with compassion and clarity. Together, they explore the power of naming emotions, re-writing internal scripts, and embracing new roles with self-compassion. Whether you're a parent, step-parent, or just someone feeling the weight of societal expectations, this is a timely conversation about presence, identity, and rewriting the story you tell yourself.Highlights:How transitions can trigger deep, often subconscious, emotional patternsNaming and challenging default narratives of inadequacyExposure to new thinking as a way to shift your mindsetThe difference between societal expectations and internal valuesThe beauty and complexity of parenting and evolving relationships

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