Stronger by Design for Women

Michelle MacDonald
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Stronger by Design for Women

No one is going to “save” you. In today's world, it's up to us to save ourselves! Hosted by top fitness expert and coach Michelle MacDonald, the Stronger by Design podcast is for women who want to take radical ownership of their bodies, nutrition, and mindsets. Michelle, known worldwide for her Transformation Programs, shares world-class insights to help women redefine aging by focusing on longevity, empowerment, fitness, resilience, and muscle-building, all while fostering a positive mindset about nutrition and health. Since 2012, Michelle has been coaching women online, leveraging her expertise as a Physique Champion and ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In 2016, she co-founded Tulum Strength Club, an online Physique Contest Prep Team. She later established The Wonder Women (TWW) in 2020 and the TWW coaching academy in 2022. Michelle’s work has inspired countless women, including her mother, Joan MacDonald (Train With Joan™), who lost 70 pounds in her 70s and became a fitness influencer. Michelle now brings her expertise to the Stronger by Design Fitness App, launching in fall 2024, alongside this podcast of the same name. Join us on Stronger by Design to explore how to cultivate a resilient mindset, maintain optimal nutrition, and achieve lasting fitness for a healthier, more vibrant future. This podcast is designed for women committed to longevity, strength, and nutrition, empowering them to transform their lives from the inside out.

  1. APR 8

    TEENS Need Emotional Intelligence to Succeed | Kristi Simons

    Want to unlock your teen’s true potential? Start by turning down the volume on their inner critic. Michelle MacDonald and Kristi Simons dive deep into how emotional intelligence, energy management, and mindset can transform young lives—and even offer profound lessons for adults. Kristi breaks down the four types of energy that shape our daily experiences—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual—and shares how teens can develop self-awareness to overcome anxiety, self-doubt, and fear.&...

    33 min

  2. MAR 25

    Turn Your Teenage Struggles Into SUPERPOWERS Today | Kristi Simons

    What if the struggles you faced as a teen could become the foundation for a life of purpose and transformation? Michelle MacDonald sits down with Kristi Simons—podcaster, coach, and former teacher—who turned her own journey of self-doubt, numbing behaviors, and personal reinvention into a mission to empower teens. Kristi shares her raw and honest story, from the rock-bottom moment that forced her to reevaluate her life to discovering the power of self-love, emotional intelligence,...

    33 min

  3. MAR 11

    WAKE-UP CALL! What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Menopause | Melissa Grelo

    Menopause isn’t just hot flashes and mood swings—it’s a massive wake-up call about how little women are taught about their own health. Michelle MacDonald sits down with award-winning TV host and menopause advocate Melissa Grelo to talk about the fitness mindset women need to thrive in midlife. Melissa opens up about her own struggles with perimenopause, the shocking lack of medical education on menopause, and why strength training is the key to longevity. They dive into the ...

    46 min

  4. FEB 25

    Rewiring Your Habits for Success | Michelle Baty

    Procrastination, self-doubt, and overwhelm can feel like an endless loop, but what if the key to breaking free was as simple as noticing? Michelle MacDonald continues her conversation with Michelle Baty to dive even deeper into the neuroscience of real change. They explore why self-awareness alone isn’t enough and how self-management is the real game-changer. From practical strategies to rewire habits, to understanding the role of safe social support, this episode is packed with science...

    48 min

  5. FEB 11

    Slower is Faster: The Neuroscience of Lasting Change | Michelle Baty

    Book time with Michelle one-to-one and share feedback about this podcast What if slowing down is the secret to getting ahead? Michelle sits down with neuroscientist Michelle Baty to explore the powerful paradox of progress: Slower is Faster. In a world obsessed with speed and efficiency, Michelle Baty breaks down the neuroscience behind why real, lasting change comes not from pushing harder, but from being in the right neurological state. They dive into the two fundamental s...

    36 min

  6. JAN 28

    Motion is Lotion: The Guide to Aging Strong | Joan MacDonald

    Book time with Michelle one-to-one and share feedback about this podcast Feeling like your New Year's resolutions are slipping away? You’re not alone—but Joan MacDonald is here to inspire you to keep going. Michelle sits down with her, Joan, to discuss how she's maintained her incredible 70-pound weight loss for nearly a decade—without being perfect. Joan shares her no-nonsense approach to health, fitness, and aging with vitality, proving that consistency trumps perfection e...

    31 min

  7. JAN 14

    Post-Traumatic Growth | Carol Elizabeth

    Book time with Michelle one-to-one and share feedback about this podcast What if the key to transformation isn’t in doing more but in reframing how we see ourselves? Carol Elizabeth shares her journey through breast cancer, personal reinvention, and the art of finding joy in the everyday. From embracing the power of reframing challenges to transforming her body and mindset, Carol offers a heartfelt masterclass on silencing the inner critic and tuning into the inner coach and guide. ...

    44 min

  8. 12/31/2024

    Breaking the Chains of ADDICTION | Brittney Carbone

    What does it take to break free from addiction, transform your life, and become a source of inspiration to others? Michelle chats with Brittney Carbone, a fitness model, health coach, and addiction recovery advocate, as she shares her powerful story of overcoming emotional eating, alcoholism, and self-sabotaging behaviors. Brittney opens up about her struggles, pivotal turning points, and the actionable strategies that helped her rebuild her life, including her signature Stoplight Strateg...

    43 min
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No one is going to “save” you. In today's world, it's up to us to save ourselves! Hosted by top fitness expert and coach Michelle MacDonald, the Stronger by Design podcast is for women who want to take radical ownership of their bodies, nutrition, and mindsets. Michelle, known worldwide for her Transformation Programs, shares world-class insights to help women redefine aging by focusing on longevity, empowerment, fitness, resilience, and muscle-building, all while fostering a positive mindset about nutrition and health. Since 2012, Michelle has been coaching women online, leveraging her expertise as a Physique Champion and ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In 2016, she co-founded Tulum Strength Club, an online Physique Contest Prep Team. She later established The Wonder Women (TWW) in 2020 and the TWW coaching academy in 2022. Michelle’s work has inspired countless women, including her mother, Joan MacDonald (Train With Joan™), who lost 70 pounds in her 70s and became a fitness influencer. Michelle now brings her expertise to the Stronger by Design Fitness App, launching in fall 2024, alongside this podcast of the same name. Join us on Stronger by Design to explore how to cultivate a resilient mindset, maintain optimal nutrition, and achieve lasting fitness for a healthier, more vibrant future. This podcast is designed for women committed to longevity, strength, and nutrition, empowering them to transform their lives from the inside out.

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  • Creator
    Michelle MacDonald
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Stronger by Design for Women
  • Show Website
    Stronger by Design for Women

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