Grace & Grit Podcast

Courtney Townley
Grace & Grit Podcast

The Grace and Grit Podcast takes the health fairy tale you've heard all your life and turns it upside down and inside out, helping women rebuild their relationship with their body once and for all. Placing the focus on love and respect, rather than the aggressive demands and unrealistic expectations that have become the norm, Courtney Townley is determined to help women mend the fabric of what is driving the female health story.

  1. FEB 21

    The Consistency Conundrum: Navigating Health Habits Through Midlife’s Hormonal Changes

    In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend and colleague Laini Gray for a dynamic conversation about reimagining consistency in midlife. Together, we explore how women can create sustainable health practices while navigating the complex terrain of hormonal changes. Key points from our discussion: Understanding the difference between rigid and flexible consistency, and why this distinction matters even more during perimenopause and menopause Practical strategies for adapting your health routines to work with your body’s changing needs, rather than fighting against them How to maintain momentum in your health journey while honoring the natural ebbs and flows of your energy and hormonal cycles The importance of building resilient habits that can flex and adapt as your body changes This conversation offers both practical tools and mindset shifts to help you approach consistency in a way that serves your current season of life. Whether you’re just entering perimenopause or well into your menopause journey, you’ll find valuable insights for creating sustainable health practices that honor your body’s wisdom. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Consistency Code – We begin March 3! https://graceandgrit.com/thecode *** ⬇️ Tools to rock your second act. ✅ Start Here: https://graceandgrit.com/start-here/ ✅ Listen to the Podcast: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast ✅ Weekly Bit of Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/rumbleandrise ✅ ️Leave a Podcast Review: https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview ✅ Rumble & Rise with Courtney: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: https://graceandgrit.com/youtube-subscribe ✅ Visit us online: https://graceandgrit.com

    52 min
  2. FEB 7

    The Great Health Declutter: What to Keep & What to Let Go

    Are you drowning in wellness apps, expired supplements, and enough saved “life-changing” health articles to fill the Library of Congress? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re tackling the elephant (or should we say the dusty treadmill?) in the room: health clutter. It’s time to Marie Kondo your wellness journey. A few things we explore in this episode: Understanding what health clutter is and its impact on midlife women Common sources of health clutter, from information overload to unused gym memberships A three-question decision-making framework for evaluating what to keep and what to let go Identifying and releasing less obvious forms of health clutter, including outdated commitments and draining relationships Strategies for gracefully letting go and creating a sustainable path forward If your wellness routine feels more complicated than assembling IKEA furniture blindfolded, it’s time for a change. The path to better health doesn’t require a PhD in nutrition or a master’s degree in fitness science – it just needs to be simple, sustainable, and true to you. Your future, less-overwhelmed self will thank you! You can listen here: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast-374 *** Loving the Grace & Grit Podcast? Leave a review and help us share it with more women who are ready to ditch the overwhelm and embrace a simpler, saner approach to wellness! https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview *** ⬇️ Tools to rock your second act. ✅ Start Here: https://graceandgrit.com/start-here/ ✅ Listen to the Podcast: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast ✅ Weekly Bit of Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/rumbleandrise ✅ ️Leave a Podcast Review: https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview ✅ Rumble & Rise with Courtney: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: https://graceandgrit.com/youtube-subscribe ✅ Visit us online: https://graceandgrit.com

    31 min
  3. JAN 24

    Your Body’s Dashboard: Understanding the Metrics That Drive Health w/ Laini Gray

    Looking to graduate from the “weight-is-everything” school of health tracking? Join me and my wonderful colleague, Laini Gray, for an eye-opening conversation about why your bathroom scale shouldn’t be your only health advisor (because, let’s face it, it’s not exactly giving you the full story). We’re diving into the metrics that actually matter for women in midlife – and trust me, it’s about so much more than the number staring back at you every morning. In this episode, we’ll explore: Why breaking up with your scale might be the healthiest relationship decision you make this year The real metrics that tell you how your body’s doing (hint: it’s not the scale) How to track your health without becoming a spreadsheet enthusiast Simple ways to measure progress that don’t involve pinching, weighing, or crying in the bathroom Whether you’re feeling frustrated with traditional health measurements or just ready for a more sensible approach to monitoring your wellness, this conversation will give you practical, evidence-based alternatives to the old “weight and wait” game. Get ready to discover what really matters in your health journey – no obsessive tracking required! You can listen here: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast-373 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Health Metrics Made Simple Replay: https://graceandgrit.com/metrics *** ⬇️ Tools to rock your second act. ✅ Start Here: https://graceandgrit.com/start-here/ ✅ Listen to the Podcast: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast ✅ Weekly Bit of Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/rumbleandrise ✅ ️Leave a Podcast Review: https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview ✅ Rumble & Rise with Courtney: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: https://graceandgrit.com/youtube-subscribe ✅ Visit us online: https://graceandgrit.com

    46 min
  4. JAN 10

    Why You’re Too Tired to Chase Your Dreams (And How to Fix It)

    Ever feel like you’re running on fumes, scrolling through Instagram at midnight, wondering where your “me time” disappeared to? In this energizing episode of Grace & Grit, we’re tackling the all-too-familiar energy crisis that keeps amazing women from chasing their dreams. No more dragging yourself through the day like a smartphone on 2% battery! We’ll show you how to flip the script on exhaustion by becoming a ninja of the “hidden hours” – those magical moments before the world wakes up and after it winds down. Instead of trying to squeeze more into your already packed day (because, let’s face it, who needs more squeezing?), we’re sharing a game-changing approach to energy management that doesn’t require a coffee IV drip. We’ll explore how to transform those quiet morning and evening hours into your personal power zones – think less “zombie scrolling” and more “dream-building superstar.” With practical tips, real-talk strategies, and a healthy dose of humor, this episode equips you with everything you need to break free from the exhaustion cycle. Whether you’re a night owl, early bird, or somewhere in between, you’ll discover how to work with your natural rhythms to create more energy for what truly matters. Get ready to turn those hidden hours into your secret weapon for building an extraordinary life – cape optional, but highly recommended! You can listen here: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast-372 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Rumble & Rise Community: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble/ *** ⬇️ Tools to rock your second act. ✅ Start Here: https://graceandgrit.com/start-here/ ✅ Listen to the Podcast: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast ✅ Weekly Bit of Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/rumbleandrise ✅ ️Leave a Podcast Review: https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview ✅ Rumble & Rise with Courtney: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: https://graceandgrit.com/youtube-subscribe ✅ Visit us online: https://graceandgrit.com

    29 min
  5. 12/13/2024

    From Fear to Freedom: The ‘What If’ Shift

    Let’s be honest—most of us are masters at playing the “what if” game. But instead of using it to imagine bold, exciting possibilities, we use it in a way that riddles with us with self-doubt and makes us hide from our potential: “What if I fail?” “What if everyone laughs at me?” “What if I accidentally become a meme?” In this episode, we’re flipping the script. Because, let’s face it, the fear-based “what if” game isn’t winning us any awards (unless there’s a prize for sleepless nights). Instead, I’ll show you how to play the version of the game that leads to courage, confidence, and so much possibility! We’ll tackle how to silence that inner critic and replace it with thoughts that move you towards the life you have imagined for yourself rather than away from it. So, grab your headphones and let’s turn those “what ifs” into your secret weapon for freedom and possibility. You can listen here: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast-371 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Check out the Holiday Sale here: https://graceandgrit.com/holidaysale Limited availability • Offer expires 1/5/25 or when packages are sold out. *** ⬇️ Tools to rock your second act. ✅ Start Here: https://graceandgrit.com/start-here/ ✅ Listen to the Podcast: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast ✅ Weekly Bit of Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/rumbleandrise ✅ ️Leave a Podcast Review: https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview ✅ Rumble & Rise with Courtney: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: https://graceandgrit.com/youtube-subscribe ✅ Visit us online: https://graceandgrit.com

    15 min
  6. 11/15/2024

    Finish Strong: A midlife woman’s guide to thriving through the holi-daze.

    The final quarter of the year can be one of the toughest for women. Between juggling holiday responsibilities, striving to make the season magical for everyone else, and managing an already full plate, it’s all too easy for self-care to fall by the wayside. The result? Rolling into the new year feeling utterly depleted. In this episode of the Grace & Grit podcast, I invite you to rethink what it truly means to finish the year strong. Together, we explore: How to safeguard your self-care amidst the festivities. The transformative power of boundaries (and why they’re a must-have nutrient this season). Practical strategies to navigate the holidays without losing yourself in the process. … and so much more! If you’re ready to step into the new year feeling energized and grounded—not burned out—this episode is for you. And hey, let’s not keep the good stuff to ourselves! If this episode resonates, share it with the women in your life who could use a little extra support this season. You can listen here: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast-369 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Thriving Through the Holi-DAZE Roadmap: https://graceandgrit.com/thrive *** ⬇️ Tools to rock your second act. ✅ Start Here: https://graceandgrit.com/start-here/ ✅ Listen to the Podcast: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast ✅ Weekly Bit of Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/rumbleandrise ✅ ️Leave a Podcast Review: https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview ✅ Rumble & Rise with Courtney: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: https://graceandgrit.com/youtube-subscribe ✅ Visit us online: https://graceandgrit.com

    27 min
4.9
out of 5
329 Ratings

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The Grace and Grit Podcast takes the health fairy tale you've heard all your life and turns it upside down and inside out, helping women rebuild their relationship with their body once and for all. Placing the focus on love and respect, rather than the aggressive demands and unrealistic expectations that have become the norm, Courtney Townley is determined to help women mend the fabric of what is driving the female health story.

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