Fitness Casual

Andrew Hayes

If you’re burned out on diets, confused by your symptoms, and tired of being told “everything looks normal,” this show is for you. Hosted by functional nutritionists Andrew Hayes and Kat Best, we cover the health issues most people struggle with but rarely talk about. Gut problems. Hormone chaos. Fatigue. Cravings. Mood swings. The difference between sustainable fat loss and trendy weight loss. Irregular poops. (Yes, we said it.) Each week, we give you the tools to actually feel better — without crash diets, supplements you don’t need, or 4AM workouts. No shame. No perfection. Just more clarity, not more effort. Because real health shouldn’t feel like a second job. It should fit your life. Tune in for science-backed strategies, client stories, and honest conversations that make healing feel doable — and even kind of fun. Subscribe now and say goodbye to guessing on your health.

  1. Low Libido Isn’t a Sex Problem - It’s a Health Signal | Ep 61

    1H AGO

    Low Libido Isn’t a Sex Problem - It’s a Health Signal | Ep 61

    Low libido isn’t about sex. It’s one of the clearest health signals your body sends, and most people ignore it for years. In this episode, we talk about why your sex drive disappears and why it has nothing to do with willpower, aging, or “just being busy.” We break down how stress, hormones, sleep, medications, emotional load, and under-recovery all shut down desire, and why libido should be treated like a vital sign. We also get into the male–female differences no one explains, the medications that quietly tank arousal, what it means when libido drops for months at a time, and what actually brings it back. (00:00) Why low libido is a health signal — not a sex issue (06:22) Hormones, cortisol, burnout: the real biology behind low desire (12:58) The medications that quietly crush libido (20:35) How chronic stress shuts down desire long before you notice Need help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    29 min
  2. You Can Love Your Body and Still Want to Change It l Ep 60

    JAN 6

    You Can Love Your Body and Still Want to Change It l Ep 60

    We’re told to “love ourselves as we are,” but also to “be our best self.” No wonder everyone feels confused about wanting to change their body without feeling guilty about it. In this episode, we break down why wanting change isn’t toxic, shallow, or a sign of low confidence. It’s human. We talk about how body positivity went off the rails, how comparison keeps people stuck in perfectionism, and why a body-neutral mindset actually leads to healthier thinking, better habits, stronger performance, and real metabolic improvements. We also get into why internal metrics like digestion, energy, strength, libido, and sleep matter far more than the mirror — and how physical changes become a natural side effect when you fix what’s happening inside your body. If you’ve ever felt torn between self-love and self-improvement, this episode brings the clarity you’ve been missing. (00:05) Why wanting to change your body isn’t toxic(12:00) How body positivity backfired and the rise of body neutrality(20:22) The perfection trap and why comparison rewires your brain(27:42) How to build goals around function, not just appearanceNeed help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    34 min
  3. Red Meat vs Plants: What the Science Really Says About Living Longer l Ep 59

    12/30/2025

    Red Meat vs Plants: What the Science Really Says About Living Longer l Ep 59

    Most people are terrified of red meat… not because of facts, but because of headlines. For decades we’ve been told it shortens your lifespan, clogs your arteries, and needs to be swapped for plant-based everything. But when you look at the actual research — not the simplified versions — the story changes fast. This episode breaks down why the “meat kills you” narrative took off, what the updated science shows about processed vs unprocessed red meat, and why going fully plant-based can quietly drain your energy, muscle, and nutrient status. If you want to eat in a way that supports longevity, strength, and metabolic health without falling for extremes, this will finally make the whole conversation make sense. (00:17) Where the “red meat is bad for you” story actually came from (08:37) What high-quality research actually shows about meat and mortality (14:15) How going fully plant-based can backfire on energy, digestion, and muscle (19:37) The simplest framework for eating for longevity (plants + protein done right) Need help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    44 min
  4. The Biggest Lies You’ve Been Told About Aging (And How to Future-Proof Your Body) l Ep 58

    12/23/2025

    The Biggest Lies You’ve Been Told About Aging (And How to Future-Proof Your Body) l Ep 58

    If your metabolism feels slower, your joints ache more, and every doctor shrugs and says “that’s just aging,” it’s easy to believe your best years are behind you. But most of what people blame on age is actually preventable — or completely reversible. In this episode, Andrew and Kat break down the biggest myths around getting older: metabolism, menopause, muscle loss, back pain, recovery, nutrient absorption, immune health, and peptides. You’ll learn what actually changes with age, what’s lifestyle-driven (not age-driven), and the simple habits that keep you strong, independent, energetic, and capable for decades. Future-proofing your body isn’t about fighting age — it’s about giving your biology what it needs to thrive. (05:36) How “I’m just getting old” becomes the belief that ages you faster (08:59) Hormone shifts, menopause, testosterone, and what’s actually normal (16:44) The truth about muscle loss — and why lifting + protein stop it entirely (27:13) Gut issues, nutrient absorption, and why aging doesn’t have to feel terrible Need help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    46 min
  5. The Real Reason You Keep Gaining Weight Back (It’s Not What You Think) | Ep 57

    12/16/2025

    The Real Reason You Keep Gaining Weight Back (It’s Not What You Think) | Ep 57

    You’re not broken. And no it's not hopeless. The real reason you keep regaining weight has nothing to do with willpower. In this episode, we break down why your past diets failed you (not the other way around) and what it actually takes to make fat loss last. (04:12) Why weight loss “success” is often a false win (08:59) How your diet is actually slowing your metabolism (10:04) The hidden cost of not lifting weights (18:35) Why maintenance is harder than fat loss - and how to master it Need help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    34 min
  6. Why You’re Waking Up in the Middle of the Night (And How to Fix It) | Ep 56

    12/09/2025

    Why You’re Waking Up in the Middle of the Night (And How to Fix It) | Ep 56

    If you keep waking up between 2–4AM, it’s not random—and it’s not just stress. In this episode, we dig into the real reasons your body won’t let you sleep, from cortisol spikes to blood sugar crashes. Kat shares what’s actually happening, who it impacts most, and what to do tonight to finally stay asleep. (03:52) Why 2–4AM wakeups are a major red flag  (06:51) Kat’s personal sleep struggles (and what finally worked)  (11:30) The mistake you're making with evening workouts  (22:54) Why poor sleep blocks fat loss and muscle gain Need help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    28 min
  7. The Habits You Think Are Helping (But Actually Hold You Back) | Ep 55

    12/02/2025

    The Habits You Think Are Helping (But Actually Hold You Back) | Ep 55

    Some habits feel healthy but they’re often just dressed-up restriction.  In this episode, we break down the most common habits clients swear by… that are actually slowing them down. Kat shares the patterns she sees every week, and what to do instead. (03:10) Why over-tracking can backfire (06:45) “Clean eating” vs. consistent eating (11:30) The hidden downside of willpower (16:50) What actually moves the needle Need help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    36 min
  8. Carbs Aren’t the Enemy for Fat Loss - You’re Just Using Them Wrong | Ep 54

    11/25/2025

    Carbs Aren’t the Enemy for Fat Loss - You’re Just Using Them Wrong | Ep 54

    Tired, bloated, feeling unmotivated to exercise... and still afraid of carbs? This episode clears the confusion around carbs: when to eat them, how much, which kinds, and why your body might be screaming for more (or less). We break down the difference between low-carb, high-carb, carb-dominant, and what happens when you cut carbs the wrong way. No fads. No fear. Just strategy. (02:20) Why cutting carbs wrecks your sleep, cravings, and hormones (15:43) What to eat (and avoid) to stop bloating and feel full longer (42:50) How to time carbs for fat loss and better workouts (55:00) Find your personal carb sweet spot (without tracking) Need help hitting your goals? Get your free Wellness Reset Plan so we can give you a step by step plan to finally look and feel your best. Follow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/ Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/ Join our AltaLife community for free trainings, helpful guides, and a supportive community of other amazing people on their own journey. https://altalife.mn.co/share/WLkrCttZsQC2vt61 If you want more information on our transformational Alta360 program visit www.altaforlife.com

    58 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

If you’re burned out on diets, confused by your symptoms, and tired of being told “everything looks normal,” this show is for you. Hosted by functional nutritionists Andrew Hayes and Kat Best, we cover the health issues most people struggle with but rarely talk about. Gut problems. Hormone chaos. Fatigue. Cravings. Mood swings. The difference between sustainable fat loss and trendy weight loss. Irregular poops. (Yes, we said it.) Each week, we give you the tools to actually feel better — without crash diets, supplements you don’t need, or 4AM workouts. No shame. No perfection. Just more clarity, not more effort. Because real health shouldn’t feel like a second job. It should fit your life. Tune in for science-backed strategies, client stories, and honest conversations that make healing feel doable — and even kind of fun. Subscribe now and say goodbye to guessing on your health.

Information

  • Creator
    Andrew Hayes
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Fitness Casual
  • Show Website
    Fitness Casual

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