FASTer Way Podcast

FASTer Way to Fat Loss

At the FASTer Way, our mission is to empower you to get well, prevent disease, and fulfill your purpose with energy. Each week, we'll bring you interviews with the best and brightest experts in health and wellness to help you achieve your goals. We'll discuss the topics that interest you most—like nutrition, intermittent fasting, hormone health, and so much more. We can't wait to share what we've been working on, you're going to love it!

  1. hace 8 h

    The Science Is Not the Point: What Elite Sports Nutrition Teaches Us About Real Coaching with Dr. Laurent Bannock

    If you've ever followed a nutrition plan perfectly and still felt like something wasn't working — this episode is going to reframe everything. CEO Amanda Tress sits down with Dr. Laurent Bannock — one of the world's leading sports nutritionists, founder of The Institute of Performance Nutrition in London, and a 30-year veteran of the health and fitness trenches — for a conversation that isn't what either of them expected. Dr. Bannock came ready to talk science. What unfolded instead was one of the most honest, grounded, and immediately actionable conversations about what coaching actually is — and why spewing facts at your clients is the fastest way to lose them. Dr. Bannock's favorite word right now? Relevant. Because the most scientifically accurate nutrition protocol in the world means nothing if it doesn't fit the person sitting in front of you. He's worked with UFC fighters, Olympic athletes, and British boxing champions — and his biggest takeaway after three decades? Listen more than you talk. Understand the individual before you open your toolbox. And start with just one or two levers — not the whole machine. You'll learn: Why individualization beats every generic protocol — even for elite athletes The one question every coach should ask before recommending anything: "Is it relevant?" Why your clients have already seen five other coaches — and how to earn their belief fast with early wins How to pull the two or three levers that actually move the needle instead of overwhelming with everything at once Why AI and ChatGPT can give facts but can't replace human connection — and what that means for coaches in 2026 Amanda's own coaching origin story — from personal trainer to nutrition coach — and why empathy is the real secret weapon This one is for every FASTer Way certified coach navigating a world where AI can generate a meal plan in seconds — and for every client who has been handed a printout and told, "Go do this." The difference between a protocol and a transformation? A human who actually listens. Because at the FASTer Way, we don't just believe in the science. We believe in the person. Human plus tech — always.   Join FASTer Way's next 6 Week Program: fasterwaytofatloss.com Don't forget to check out our merch, supplements and other great deals: fasterwayshop.com Subscribe: youtube.com/FASTerWaytoFatLoss Follow us on Instagram: Amanda Tress: @amandatress Dr. Laurent Bannock: @laurent_bannock The Institute of Performance Nutrition: @theIOPN FASTer Way to Fat Loss: @fasterwaytofatloss Connect with Dr. Bannock: The Institute of Performance Nutrition: theiopn.com Podcast: wedoscience.com

  2. 20 jul

    Self-Defense, Safety & Real-World Strategies with Cesalina Gracie

    If you've ever walked to your car at night with your keys in your fist, avoided a situation because you didn't know how to handle it, or stayed quiet when someone crossed a line — this episode is for you. CEO Amanda Tress sits down with Cesalina Gracie — women's self-defense expert, keynote speaker, and granddaughter of Grand Master Carlos Gracie Sr., the pioneer of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a founding force behind the UFC — for one of the most empowering and practically life-changing conversations the FASTer Way Podcast has ever had. Cesalina has taken a lifetime of martial arts mastery and turned it into a mission: helping everyday women build the physical skills, mental fortitude, and emotional tools to move through the world safely — and confidently. This one goes way beyond a few self-defense moves. Cesalina breaks down why size has nothing to do with being a target (serial killers never cited it — distraction and compliance are what predators actually look for), why your gut instinct is non-negotiable and you should stop negotiating with it, and the one elevator mistake almost every woman makes that puts her at risk. She and Amanda also get real about something every woman has faced: what to do when a colleague is too touchy, a situation feels uncomfortable, or someone crosses a line — and you don't know what to say. You'll learn: Why self-defense starts with strategies, not strength — and how Cesalina's method uses leverage, not size The elevator mistake almost every woman makes — and exactly where to stand instead How to use your voice as your first and most powerful line of defense — in uncomfortable social situations and beyond Why distraction is what makes you a target — not your size — and how to flip the script The one question to ask an approaching stranger that immediately puts you back in control How physical strength and self-confidence build on each other — inch by inch, brick by brick Cesalina's message is simple but profound: the skills to protect yourself are already inside you. The training just takes you home. Whether you're a seasoned FASTer Way client who trains hard or a woman who's never stepped foot in a gym — this episode will change how you carry yourself, how you read a room, and how you show up in the world. Remove the hesitation. Because at the FASTer Way, we don't just build strong bodies — we build women who know exactly what they're capable of. Join FASTer Way: fasterwaytofatloss.com Don't forget to check out our merch, supplements and other great deals: fasterwayshop.com Subscribe: youtube.com/FASTerWaytoFatLoss Follow us on Instagram: Amanda Tress: @amandatress Cesalina Gracie: @cesagracie FASTer Way to Fat Loss: @fasterwaytofatloss Connect with Cesalina: Website: cesalina.com Online Self-Defense Course: safety.cesalina.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cesalinagracie YouTube: youtube.com/cesalinagracie

  3. 29 jun

    Aging Backwards, Going Global + Everything You Need to Know About the Summer Reset

    We're back—and this one's a good one. In this Coach Confessional, CEO Amanda Tress and Pro Trainer Haven Hennessey get real about what's been going on behind the scenes: Amanda's recovery from surgery (including a blood clot that had her on her back for nearly two weeks), Haven's epic 50th birthday adventure in Kauai, the FASTer Way's Live Like Day World Tour taking over parks and gyms from the Czech Republic to Peru, and everything you need to know about the Strength & Metabolic Reset kicking off July 6. Haven opens up about turning 50 and feeling stronger, more energetic, and more capable than ever—surfing, rafting the Napali coastline, and hiking eight miles to a waterfall. Her take? She credits intermittent fasting, carb cycling, whole-food nutrition, and consistent strength training for aging not just gracefully, but powerfully. This is what the Midlife Edge actually looks like. Then they break down the summer programming: total body strength on Mondays and Wednesdays, metabolic finishers to torch fat in minimal time, 14:10 fasting, low-carb days strategically placed on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and live Workout Wednesdays continuing through July. Oh—and if you've done the FASTer Way before and want to come back? You can join the reset for just $49. But only until July 6. Amanda also teases what's coming in the fall—including a brand new app that she calls "Chat GPT for fitness and nutrition using the FASTer Way." Consider this your preview. If you've ever felt like you're just going through the motions—this episode is your permission slip to reset, recommit, and remember why you started. Because we're only halfway through 2026—and there are still six full months to become the strongest, most energized version of yourself. Let's go. Join FASTer Way: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com Don't forget to check out our merch, supplements and other great deals: https://fasterwayshop.com Subscribe: youtube.com/FASTerWaytoFatLoss Follow us on Instagram: Amanda Tress: @amandatress Haven Hennessey: @havenhenn FASTer Way to Fat Loss: @fasterwaytofatloss

  4. 22 jun

    Is It Perimenopause? The Symptoms, the Science, and the Solutions with Dr. Heather Hirsch

    If you've been dismissed, confused, or told to "just push through"—this episode is for you. CEO Amanda Tress sits down with Dr. Heather Hirsch, board-certified internist, nationally recognized menopause specialist, and bestselling author of The Perimenopause Survival Guide, to have the conversation millions of women desperately need: what is actually happening in your body during perimenopause, why so many women go misdiagnosed for years, and what you can do about it—right now. Dr. Heather breaks down the hormonal rollercoaster of perimenopause—progesterone dropping first, estrogen swinging high and low—and explains why symptoms like migraines, anxiety, sleeplessness, and hair loss often get treated as separate problems when they're all the same root cause. You'll hear her take on HRT (spoiler: the fear has been wildly overblown), what bioidentical progesterone actually does in the brain, and why she compares starting hormone therapy to "trying on jeans—you have to try it on to see what your body needs." You'll learn: The earliest signs of perimenopause most women—and their doctors—completely miss The three buckets of solutions: lifestyle, non-hormonal medications, and hormone therapy What HRT is FDA-approved for—and the off-label uses that are changing women's lives Why transdermal estrogen is preferred over pills—and what to know about patches, gels, and rings The truth about GLP-1s in midlife: when they help, when they're the wrong tool, and what's being missed Dr. Heather also shares why you cannot out-meditate a low estrogen level—and why lifestyle alone, as powerful as it is, has its limits when your hormones are in freefall. This is the permission slip so many women in our community have been waiting for. Whether you're 38 and noticing something's "off," or 52 and finally ready to stop suffering—this episode is your roadmap. Because at the FASTer Way, we don't celebrate restriction—we celebrate fueling, strength, and real results that last. Join FASTer Way: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/ Don't forget to check out our merch, supplements and other great deals: https://fasterwayshop.com/ Subscribe: youtube.com/FASTerWaytoFatLoss Follow us on Instagram: Amanda Tress: @amandatress FASTer Way to Fat Loss: @fasterwaytofatloss Dr. Heather Hirsch: @heatherhirschmd The Collaborative: @thecollaborative.telemed

  5. 15 jun

    Healing Guts and Toning Butts: The Fascia, Core & Gut Reset You Didn't Know You Needed with Dr. Shalini Bhat

    If you've ever trained hard, eaten clean, and still felt bloated, tight, or disconnected from your own body, this episode is for you. CEO Amanda Tress sits down with Dr. Shalini Bhat, chiropractor, gut health expert, and founder of The Movement Boutique in Ontario, Canada, to unpack the surprising connection between your fascia, your gut, and why your glutes might be completely offline — no matter how many squats you do. Dr. Shalini shares how she grew up surrounded by whole-food, root-cause wellness — from her father's organic farm in India to her grandmother's herbal remedies — and how that foundation shaped her signature approach: healing guts and toning butts. You'll learn what fascia actually is, why a tight hip flexor could be the real reason your lower back aches and your glutes won't fire, and how something as simple as the way you breathe is either flattening or bloating your stomach. You'll learn: What fascia really is and why it's now recognized as an organ Why your glutes go "offline" and how to bring them back The S breath technique for deep core engagement and a flatter stomach Why snacking and eating too fast are quietly wrecking your gut health How the bottom of your foot connects to your hamstrings and what to do about it Whether you're a FASTer Way client chasing body composition results or a coach helping women heal from the inside out, this episode is a masterclass in how the body actually works — all connected, all fascial, all fixable. Ready to heal the gut and tone the butt? Tune in now. Join FASTer Way https://www.fasterwayt.com Don't forget to check out our merch, supplements and other great deals: Subscribe: youtube.com/FASTerWaytoFatLoss   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.comfasterwaytofatloss Amanda Tress: @amandatress Dr. Shalini Bhat: @dr.shalinibhat FASTer Way to Fat Loss: @fasterwaytofatloss

  6. 22/12/2025

    Strong at Any Age: Meet Our New Pro Trainer + Your Midlife Edge

    In this episode of the FASTer Way Podcast, you'll get to know Lori Ebanietti, our newest FASTer Way Pro Trainer—and proof that strength, energy, and confidence don't have an expiration date. At 58, Lori brings over 40 years of fitness experience and real-life wisdom to the conversation as she and CEO Amanda Tress dive into what actually works for women navigating perimenopause and menopause—from lifting heavy and fueling properly to sleep, stress, and hormone support. If you've ever felt like your body changed overnight, workouts stopped "working," or your energy just isn't what it used to be, this episode is for you. You'll learn how building muscle pays off for decades, why under-fueling backfires in midlife, and how the right habits (and support) can help you feel strong, clear, and capable at any age. Whether you're in your 30s and want an edge, deep in perimenopause, or fully in menopause and ready to thrive—not just survive—this conversation will leave you inspired, informed, and excited to train smarter for the long game. Join FASTer Way's next 6 Week Program: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/ Don't forget to check out our merch, supplements and other great deals: https://fasterwayshop.com/ Subscribe: youtube.com/FASTerWaytoFatLoss Follow us on Instagram: Amanda Tress: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress Lorie Banietti: https://www.instagram.com/loriebaniettiwellness/ FASTer Way to Fat Loss: https://www.instagram.com/fasterwaytofatloss

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At the FASTer Way, our mission is to empower you to get well, prevent disease, and fulfill your purpose with energy. Each week, we'll bring you interviews with the best and brightest experts in health and wellness to help you achieve your goals. We'll discuss the topics that interest you most—like nutrition, intermittent fasting, hormone health, and so much more. We can't wait to share what we've been working on, you're going to love it!

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