FIT CHICKS Chat

Laura Jackson & Amanda Quinn

Laura Jackson & Amanda Quinn are founders of FIT CHICKS® & FIT CHICKS® Academy - Canada’s largest women’s only fitness company, leading Fitness & Nutrition Experts and TV Hosts of “Shape Up with FIT CHICKS”. Each week on FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura & Amanda get you PUMPED to create your FIERCEST life – inside & out. Whether your goal is to lose weight, get toned, eat healthier, stress less, feel inspired or just have some healthy cheerleaders in your corner, each episode is packed with their own tested, ACTIONABLE fitness, nutrition and wellness strategies to get you there! Why? Because after helping 1000’s of women of all levels transform their bodies and minds, Laura & Amanda figured out what they really love: helping women like YOU reach your goals by breaking down the BIG, confusing info about fitness, nutrition & wellness into easy step-by-step actions…so you can see BIG, life changing results, fast – no matter where you are in your fitness and life journey! For informational purposes only. Please consult a physician before starting an eating or exercise program

  1. May 24

    Episode 626 - Why Generic Coaching Is Dying (And How to Make Sure You're Irreplaceable)

    Let's have some real talk. 👀 Coaches are NOT being replaced by AI, GLP-1 medications, or the latest health apps. Generic coaches are. And in this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda are breaking down exactly what separates the coaches who will always have clients, always stay relevant, and always be able to adapt — from the ones who are quietly getting left behind. Because here's the thing… if you're handing your clients a meal plan and calling it coaching, that's not coaching. And deep down, you probably already know it. You'll hear us break down: Why the coaching industry is shifting fast — and what it means for YOUR business right nowThe real reason most coaches aren't getting their clients results (this one might sting a little, but you need to hear it)The difference between giving someone a roadmap and actually sitting in the passenger seat with them — and why it changes everythingThe 4 B's of holistic weight loss coaching — Body, Brain, Behavior, and Business — and why mastering all four makes you completely untouchable in this industryWhy GLP-1s, AI, and apps are NOT your competition (and how to coach alongside them instead of fearing them)What we're covering inside Coach Camp, May 27–29 — and why you need to block your calendar NOW 👇 This is the conversation the industry needs to have. Whether you're an established coach who wants to level up, or someone who's just starting out and wants to do it RIGHT — this episode is for you. Press play. This one's a banger. 💛 🎟️ Join us for Coach Camp May 27–29! Dive deep into all 4 B's with us live → fitchicksacademy.com/coachcamp (Prices increase Monday, May 25th — grab your ticket before it goes up!) Ready to take the next step? Here are other ways we can help you build your dream coaching business: 3️⃣ Get new meal plans, recipes, coaching tools, and social media content every month inside the Coaches Club → https://fitchicksacademy.com/coachclub 4️⃣ Access 11+ done-for-you programs & courses for health and wellness coaches → https://fitchicksacademy.com/shop

    23 min

  2. May 14

    Episode 625 - How to Build Confidence Before You Feel Ready

    So many people believe confidence is something you magically wake up with one day. That one day you’ll finally feel: • ready • fearless • certain • qualified • confident enough to begin But what if confidence actually comes after action… not before it? In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda break down one of the biggest myths around confidence and why waiting to “feel ready” is often the exact thing keeping people stuck. We talk about: • why confidence is built — not born • how action creates self-belief • why fear and confidence can exist at the same time • the hidden reason people stay stuck in overthinking • how to start building self-trust right now • practical mindset shifts to stop holding yourself back If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect moment” to start something important in your life, business, health journey, or personal growth… this episode is for you. Because confidence is not something you find. It’s something you build. And honestly, one of the biggest confidence-building moments in life is deciding to finally take action on something that’s been calling you for a long time. If you’ve been thinking about stepping into the health and coaching space, helping women transform their lives, or turning your passion for wellness into meaningful work, our Holistic Weight Loss Coach Certification begins June 29th. You do not need to have everything figured out before you begin. You simply need to be willing to start. Learn more and enroll here: https://fitchicksacademy.com/hwlc Make sure to hit the +FOLLOW button to subscribe to FIT CHICKS Chat, and if you enjoy the show we’d be so grateful if you could leave a rating or review to help more women discover the podcast.

    20 min

  3. Apr 29

    Episode 624 - AI for Health Coaches: What Nobody Is Talking About (But Every Coach Needs to Hear)

    If you've been feeling overwhelmed, resistant, or just straight-up confused about AI… this episode is for you. 🎙️ Laura and Amanda are getting REAL in this one — sharing exactly how they're using AI inside their coaching business right now, why they think it's the biggest opportunity health coaches have seen in years, and the mindset shift that changes everything. And no, it's not about being tech-savvy. It's not about keeping up with every new platform. And it's definitely not about doing more. You'll hear us break down: The 3 buckets Laura uses to decide what's actually worth her time with AI — and how this simple filter cuts through the overwhelm instantlyWhy the thought of learning AI is usually WAY more stressful than actually doing it (the bandwidth drain is REAL, and we talk about it)The mindset shift that separates coaches who are growing with AI from coaches who are falling behind — and it has nothing to do with being "tech-savvy"How we're using AI inside our programs and business RIGHT NOW, including the tools we've built for our holistic menopause coaches and weight loss coachesWhy this moment in time is actually the biggest opportunity we've ever seen for health coaches who are willing to show up and learn Press play. You're going to want to hear this. 💛 Ready to take the next step? Here are other ways we can help you build your dream coaching business: 3️⃣ Get new meal plans, recipes, coaching tools, and social media content every month inside the Coaches Club → https://fitchicksacademy.com/coachclub 4️⃣ Access 11+ done-for-you programs & courses for health and wellness coaches → https://fitchicksacademy.com/shop

    29 min

  4. Apr 16

    Episode 623 - Why Women Don’t Need Another Diet — They Need a New Strategy (What We’ve Learned Coaching Thousands of Women)

    How many times have you said to yourself… “Monday I’m starting again.” New plan. New diet. New rules. New motivation. If that cycle feels familiar, this episode is for you. In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, we break down why so many women don’t need another diet — they need a new strategy built for real life. After coaching thousands of women through health and weight loss transformations, we’ve seen firsthand that lasting results rarely come from more restriction. They come from the right habits, mindset shifts, support, and a plan that works beyond perfect conditions. In this episode, we cover: • Why most diets fail smart, motivated women • What we’ve learned coaching thousands of women • Why mindset and identity matter more than motivation • The role stress, hormones, and real life play in results • What women actually need instead of another reset • How to build sustainable habits that last If you’ve ever felt frustrated starting over again and again, this episode will help you shift your perspective and create a more supportive path forward. And if you feel called to help other women do the same, our Holistic Weight Loss Coach Certification begins Monday. Inside the program, we teach you how to coach women through real transformation using nutrition, mindset, behavior change, and holistic strategies that work. Learn more and enroll here: https://fitchicksacademy.com/hwlc Make sure to hit the +FOLLOW button to subscribe to FIT CHICKS Chat, and if you enjoy the show we’d be so grateful if you left a rating or review to help more women discover the podcast.

    25 min

  5. Apr 7

    Episode 622 - Stop Adding More to Start Losing Weight

    What if the reason your results aren't sticking has nothing to do with your plan — and everything to do with what you skipped before you started it? Most of us are wired to take action. Add a new strategy. Try a new protocol. Push harder. But action without awareness is just noise — and it's exactly why so many people stay stuck despite doing all the things. In this episode, we're breaking down why "adding more" is the trap most people never see coming, the real reason cookie-cutter plans fail, and the simple audit framework that finally shows you where you're actually starting from. Whether you're helping clients with weight loss or building your own coaching business, this one will shift how you see everything. Hit play — you won't want to skip this one. 💛 Ready to take the next step? Here are other ways we can help you build your dream coaching business: 1️⃣ Grab your FREE ticket to Holistic Weight Loss Coach Week, April 8–10 → fitchicksacademy.com/coachweek 2️⃣Learn more about becoming a Certified Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach specializing in weight loss — and help any client achieve transformation! 👉 www.fitchicksacademy.com/hwlebrochure 3️⃣ Get new meal plans, recipes, coaching tools, and social media content every month inside the Coaches Club → https://fitchicksacademy.com/coachclub 4️⃣ Access 11+ done-for-you programs & courses for health and wellness coaches → https://fitchicksacademy.com/shop

    33 min

  6. Mar 18

    Episode 621 - 5 “Healthy” Nutrition Habits That Are Secretly Causing Weight Gain

    There is more nutrition advice online than ever before. Cut carbs. Snack every few hours. Drink smoothies. Eat clean. And while a lot of this advice sounds healthy… some of it may actually be doing the opposite of what people hope — contributing to weight gain instead of weight loss. In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda break down five common “healthy” nutrition habits that can backfire and prevent people from reaching their goals. You’ll learn: • Why simply “eating healthy foods” can still lead to weight gain • The truth about snacking every few hours • Why cutting carbs completely often backfires • The hidden calorie trap in smoothies • Why “clean eating” doesn’t mean unlimited eating Most importantly, we share the simple nutrition habits that actually create sustainable results. Understanding these common nutrition myths is one of the key things we teach inside our Holistic Weight Loss Coach Certification, where we train coaches how to help clients break free from confusing diet advice and build sustainable weight loss strategies that actually work. Our next certification program starts April 20th, and enrollment is now open. Learn more and enroll here: https://fitchicksacademy.com/hwlc Make sure to hit the +FOLLOW button to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a new episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, and if you enjoy the show we would love if you could leave a rating or review to help more women discover it.

    25 min

  7. Mar 12

    Episode 620 - Why So Many Women Stop Trusting Their Body After Years of Dieting (And How to Rebuild That Trust)

    If you’ve ever felt like you’ve tried every diet under the sun and nothing seems to stick… you’re not alone. After years of dieting, many women stop trusting the process — and eventually stop trusting their own body. In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura and Amanda break down why years of dieting can actually disconnect us from our body’s natural signals and make it harder to stay consistent with healthy habits. You’ll learn: • Why dieting creates a cycle of hope and disappointment • The psychological effects of years of restrictive eating • How dieting disconnects people from hunger and fullness signals • Why the scale often becomes the only measure of success • Simple ways to rebuild trust with your body and your habits Understanding this cycle is incredibly important for anyone who wants to support women with sustainable weight loss and behavior change. That’s exactly why we created the Holistic Weight Loss Coach Certification, where we teach coaches how to help clients break free from the dieting cycle and build lasting habits that actually work. Our next program starts April 20th, and registration is now open. You can learn more and enroll here: https://fitchicksacademy.com/hwlc Make sure to hit the +FOLLOW button to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a new episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, and if you enjoy the show we would love if you could leave a rating or review to help more women discover it.

    36 min

  8. Feb 24

    Episode 619 - Stop Dieting, Start Healing: A SWAT Officer’s Blueprint for Total Health

    What happens when a SWAT officer becomes a Naturopathic Doctor… and turns his mission of “serve and protect” into a movement for true healing? In this episode of FIT CHICKS Chat, Amanda sits down with Dr. Mark Sherwood, co-founder of the Functional Medical Institute, to unpack what’s really behind today’s chronic disease epidemic — and why so much of it is self-imposed, choice-driven, and reversible with the right support. You’ll hear: Why dieting keeps people stuck (and what to focus on instead)The 4 foundations Dr. Mark teaches first: nutrition, movement, detoxing your inputs, and sleepThe missing link most people ignore: your inner dialogue + belief systemA simple mindset shift that can change your health journey immediatelyA practical breakdown of peptides (what they are, why they matter, and common misconceptions) This is an empowering conversation for anyone feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or tired of conflicting health advice — and a reminder that change begins with today, one decision at a time. Make sure to hit the +FOLLOW button to subscribe to the podcast, and if you loved this episode, please rate or leave a review — it helps more women find the show. Dr. Mark Sherwood, ND is a Naturopathic Doctor and co-founder of the Functional Medical Institute in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he and his wife, Dr. Michele Neil-Sherwood, DO, take a whole-person, outcome-based approach to healing. Their mission focuses on eradicating self-imposed, choice-driven disease and reducing unnecessary medications through functional diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and personalized care. A 24-year retired Tulsa Police Department veteran (including a decade on SWAT), Dr. Mark transitioned from “serve and protect” in law enforcement to empowering individuals to take ownership of their health. He is also a co-author of multiple Amazon #1 bestselling books, including Peptides Unlocked, and co-creator of the Kingdom Life wellness product line. Connect with Dr. Mark Sherwood 🌐 Main Hub: https://sherwood.tv 📧 Email: mark@fmidr.com

    35 min
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About

Laura Jackson & Amanda Quinn are founders of FIT CHICKS® & FIT CHICKS® Academy - Canada’s largest women’s only fitness company, leading Fitness & Nutrition Experts and TV Hosts of “Shape Up with FIT CHICKS”. Each week on FIT CHICKS Chat, Laura & Amanda get you PUMPED to create your FIERCEST life – inside & out. Whether your goal is to lose weight, get toned, eat healthier, stress less, feel inspired or just have some healthy cheerleaders in your corner, each episode is packed with their own tested, ACTIONABLE fitness, nutrition and wellness strategies to get you there! Why? Because after helping 1000’s of women of all levels transform their bodies and minds, Laura & Amanda figured out what they really love: helping women like YOU reach your goals by breaking down the BIG, confusing info about fitness, nutrition & wellness into easy step-by-step actions…so you can see BIG, life changing results, fast – no matter where you are in your fitness and life journey! For informational purposes only. Please consult a physician before starting an eating or exercise program

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  • Creator
    Laura Jackson & Amanda Quinn
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    341
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 FIT CHICKS Academy
  • Show Website
    FIT CHICKS Chat

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