The Chalene Show | Diet, Fitness & Life Balance

Chalene Johnson
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Top tips & practical steps for diet, fitness, organization, self improvement & more. Get healthy, balance your life, and improve relationships and productivity with New York Times Best Selling Author, Celebrity Fitness Trainer & Diet Debunker Chalene Johnson and guests. No BS. Chalene delivers straight talk and simple strategies (with a side of humor) so that every show delivers a return on your investment of time. The Chalene Show is life coaching, personal development, nutrition, exercise, focus, faith, family & fun all rolled into one! Want to be happier, healthier and more organized? This is your podcast.

  1. 3D AGO ·  BONUS

    Saturday Spill | What We Really Think About Celebrities (Unfiltered and Slightly Brutal)

    Listen to the full 48 minute Between Friends episode. Go Directly to this Patreon Episode "What We Really Think About Celebrities (Unfiltered and Slightly Brutal)" https://www.patreon.com/posts/what-we-really-155331513   Picture this: a simple game of "say the first thing that comes to mind" between Chalene and Bret… and it completely goes off the rails. What starts as harmless celebrity opinions quickly turns into brutally honest takes and the kind of unfiltered commentary that probably shouldn't be said out loud. It's messy, funny, and exactly the kind of thing you get on Patreon that you probably weren't supposed to hear.   This story is part of The Saturday Spill series a little peek into the wild, unfiltered stuff that usually stays on Patreon. Some weeks it's hilarious, some weeks it's jaw-dropping, but it's always real life that doesn't quite fit on the regular show. If you're into a little chaos and behind-the-scenes tea, you're in the right place. If you love it, amazing…you can listen to the full, unedited version here http://Chalene.com/more

    10 min

  2. 4D AGO

    The 3 Step Skincare Routine That Actually Works Stop Wasting Money

    If your skincare routine over 40 keeps getting longer but your skin still isn't improving, this minimalist skincare routine for aging skin might completely change how you approach everything. For women in perimenopause and menopause, skin changes like collagen loss, dryness, and sensitivity are real and they require a totally different strategy. Chalene Johnson breaks down why most anti-aging skincare routines stop working after 40 and what actually matters if you want smoother, healthier, more hydrated skin. She explains the root cause behind thinning skin and wrinkles, how hormone changes impact collagen production, and why focusing on your skin's foundation is the real game changer. You'll also learn the simple 3-step skincare routine she's followed for over a year and why using more products can actually make your skin worse. If you're wondering what the best skincare routine for women over 40 really looks like, whether tretinoin or estriol cream actually works, or how to fix dry, sensitive, aging skin without wasting money on products that don't deliver, this episode breaks it all down. This is about working smarter with your skin, not harder and finally understanding what actually works in midlife. Check out this video on YouTube 👉https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   💥 Hang out with Chalene on her Private Podcast Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    🥰 Chalene's Favorite Skin Care Products Estriol Cream & Tretinoin (Retin A) 👉 http://chalene.com/MIDI OneSkin Gentle Cleanser - http://chalene.com/facewash Use Code Chalene Vanicream Moisturizer - Local Drug Store   🤓 What Chalene Talks About Why skincare stops working after 40 The real cause of dry, thin, sensitive skin Why more products can damage your skin barrier The biggest mistake with layering skincare How hormones impact collagen and skin thickness The simple 3-step routine that actually works How tretinoin improves skin texture and tone What estriol cream does and why it matters Why alternating actives works better than stacking The drugstore product dermatologists swear by   🎉 Related Links:  iRestore is offering BIG savings on the iRestore Elite when you use code CHALENE at http://iRestore.com   🤓 Related Episode: 5 Biggest Makeup Mistakes Making You Look Older Watch: https://youtu.be/89o88_cercE?si=VnFz_rRpUypcmJ1b   Doctor Reveals MUST TAKE Supplements /Skincare to Reduce Wrinkles Watch: https://youtu.be/g-xd4WQ4OWk?si=G8WsKFVR2FbTIL2I Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000684370931   I Tested Every Red Light Therapy Device So You Don't Have To… Watch: https://youtu.be/C6uLMKiWVsQ?si=QGflmUAaCh3lWwcf Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000696776535   🧐 Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

    30 min

  3. 6D AGO

    Tiger Woods, Justin Timberlake, Love on the Spectrum, ChatGPT is DEAD Plus a Lifer Update

    If two celebrity DUI stories hit a nerve this week, this episode goes way deeper than the headlines. Chalene gets into the bigger question nobody can stop asking: when someone has unlimited money, access, and people around them, how are they still ending up behind the wheel impaired, and who is helping normalize that behavior? Then the conversation takes a sharp turn into one of the most unexpectedly life giving shows on TV, Love on the Spectrum, and why it reveals something most neurotypical dating shows completely miss about attraction, honesty, and emotional safety. There is also a candid life update from Atlanta, thoughts on why AI tools are changing way too fast to get comfortable, and a real look at the emotional weight Brett is carrying while preparing for his dad's memorial service. It is part pop culture, part relationship insight, part personal update, and very much one of those episodes that covers a lot but somehow all connects. 🔥 Checkout  Chalene's Last YouTube Video  👉https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   💥 Hang out with Chalene on her Private Podcast Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    🤓 What Chalene Covers: Why these celebrities DUI stories are about more than just bad decisions How fame, money, and the wrong people can enable destructive behavior What these celebrity cases reveal about image versus reality Why Love on the Spectrum feels so different from other dating shows The key dating lesson most neurotypical people may be missing Why emotional safety matters more than looks or status Why AI content can feel overwhelming and hard to process A smarter way to approach AI as everything keeps changing Why committing to annual AI tools may not be the best move A personal update from Atlanta speaking with Brock What's becoming clear about Brock's growth on social The emotional and logistical stress of planning Bob's memorial How to separate what your brain tells you from what's actually true   🎯 Related Links: Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! Chalene's Favorites! OneSkin OS-01 Body lotion 👉http://chalene.com/lotion use Code Chalene at Checkout   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad     🧐Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

    50 min

  4. APR 3

    Interval Walking | This Simple Walking Shift Changes Everything

    If you've been stuck doing 10,000 steps a day and not seeing results, interval walking, sometimes called Japanese walking, might be the shift your body actually needs. Instead of just doing more steps, this method focuses on changing your pace and intensity, which is what really drives fat loss, strength, and results, especially in midlife. In this episode, Chalene Johnson  breaks down why the 10,000 step rule was never based on real health science and how chasing that number can leave you feeling frustrated and stuck. She explains what's really happening inside your body when you hit a plateau and why doing more of the same isn't the answer. You'll learn exactly how interval walking works, how to structure it, and why this simple change can help you burn more fat, improve your metabolism, and get better results in less time. If your body feels like it's stopped responding, this is the smarter, more effective way to get things moving again. Check out this video on YouTube 👉https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   💥 Hang out with Chalene on her Private Podcast Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    🎯 Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! I use and love! 👉http://chalene.com/midi   🤓 What You Will Learn Why 10,000 steps is a myth Where step benefits actually peak Why your body hits a plateau Effort vs stimulus explained How interval walking works Simple interval walking structure Boost fat loss and metabolism Improve knee strength and stability Mistakes that keep you stuck Get results in less time   🎉 Related Links: Head to http://greenchef.com/50CHALENE and use code 50CHALENE to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping   🤓 Related Episode: STOP Walking 10,000 Steps/Day Until You Watch This (Esp Over 45!) Watch: https://youtu.be/SkCl9tnat0E?si=JNHrxwECsAVLQ9BU Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000731153699   The Bone Density Myth Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Hear Watch: https://youtu.be/8jisInmObTM?si=MZ49y75JbZPqoX3k Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000727489977   Walking vs Rebounding - Which ACTUALLY Burns More Fat After 50? Watch: https://youtu.be/U_NHw0Rk0vc?si=0Rl5umzH0UP15qn9 Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000749583582     🧐 Research: Interval walking works (fitness, strength, health improvements) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11970289/ Interval walking improves physical + cognitive function https://www.cureus.com/articles/284062 Interval walking improves bone response (postmenopausal women) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11376574/ Interval walking is practical + usable as real-world exercise https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10194951/ Intensity vs steady walking (metabolic + enjoyment) http://pubs.sciepub.com/jpar/2/1/5/ Continuous vs accumulated walking https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/17/6060   🧐Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

    23 min

  5. APR 1

    I'm Sick Of All These Fake People

    Let me know if this is a topic you want me to cover on my YouTube. There's a reason some people seem to be everywhere… every podcast, every YouTube channel, every feed. And it's not what you think. This episode pulls back the curtain on how fake authority is being manufactured right now… and why even smart, credible people are falling for it. I'm sharing: The exact red flags that instantly tell me someone's numbers are fake How people are buying followers, engagement, and even podcast rankings Why "blue checks" and big-name collaborations don't mean what they used to The rise of AI-generated experts… and why this is getting dangerous fast What to look for so you don't get misled, manipulated, or sold something based on total BS This isn't about one person. It's a pattern. And once you see it, you won't be able to unsee it.   🔥Subscribe to Chalene's YouTube 👉https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   💥Hang out with Chalene on her Private Podcast Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   🎯Related Links: Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! Chalene's Favorites! OneSkin OS-01 Body lotion 👉http://chalene.com/lotion  and OneSkin Triple Power OS-01 BODY SPF  👉http://chalene.com/SPF use Code Chalene at Checkout Thank you to our show sponsor Blissy! Sleep better with Blissy and use CHALENE to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/CHALENE   🧐 Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

    55 min

  6. MAR 28 ·  BONUS

    Saturday Spill | Drama Updates, Age Gaps, Dating Shows, Mormon Wives | I Watched So You Don't Have To

    Listen to the full 40 minute Between Friends episode. Go Directly to this Patreon Episode "Drama Updates, Age Gaps, Dating Shows, Mormon Wives | I Watched So You Don't Have To" https://www.patreon.com/posts/drama-updates-i-154130065 Picture this: reality TV drama that somehow keeps getting messier, age gaps that make everyone uncomfortable, and shows so chaotic you can't look away. It's opinionated, a little unhinged, and exactly the kind of guilty-pleasure breakdown you didn't know you needed. This story is part of The Saturday Spill series a little peek into the wild, unfiltered stuff that usually stays on Patreon. Some weeks it's hilarious, some weeks it's jaw-dropping, but it's always real life that doesn't quite fit on the regular show. If you're into a little chaos and behind-the-scenes tea, you're in the right place. If you love it, amazing…you can listen to the full, unedited version here http://Chalene.com/more

    13 min

  7. MAR 27

    Dating, Divorce, and Finding Love in Midlife (Real Talk Between Friends)

    If you've ever thought, what are women actually saying about dating right now, especially in midlife… yeah, this is that conversation. It's a real, unfiltered talk between Chalene Johnson and her friend Aprille Franks, and nothing is off-limits. No scripts, no pretending, just an honest girlfriend conversation about dating apps, divorce, red flags, and why finding a partner later in life feels like a completely different game. This episode goes straight into the messy middle nobody warns you about. The awkwardness of putting yourself back out there, the frustration with modern dating, and the very real reasons long-term relationships sometimes fall apart after years or even decades. It's honest, a little spicy, and the kind of conversation that makes you feel seen. There are definitely moments that might make you rethink what you've been told about love, self-worth, and what you should actually be looking for. And if dating lately has felt confusing, exhausting, or just not worth it… this is going to hit a nerve in the best way.   💥 Hang out with Chalene on her Private Podcast Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    🎉 Related Links: Follow Aprille on Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/epicaprille?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Join Aprille For Marketing School Live!  👉 https://marketandsell.respond.ontraport.net/msl Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! Chalene's Favorites! OneSkin OS-01 Body lotion 👉http://chalene.com/lotion use Code Chalene at Checkout Try MASSZYMES – a 100% plant-based digestive enzyme blend that boosts nutrient absorption and speeds up muscle recovery 👉http://chalene.com/digest   🧐 Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

    1h 2m

  8. MAR 25

    What Really Happened At Camp… And Why Everything Feels Different Now

    What really happened behind the scenes at Camp Be More… and why everything feels different now. This episode pulls back the curtain on the real story of hosting a live event for 700+ women, including unexpected drama, last-minute chaos, emotional breakthroughs, and the powerful shift that no one could have predicted. From speaker issues and venue conflict to exhaustion, decision fatigue, and even a bizarre foot massage situation, this is the unfiltered reality of what it takes to pull off a transformational event. But more importantly, it reveals why this year felt so different, not just for Chalene, but for every woman in the room. If you've ever wondered what it's like behind the scenes of a large live event, how to handle pressure in real time, or why midlife women are craving deeper connection more than ever, this episode is for you.   💥 Get More Camp BTS with Chalene on Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    💥 Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! I use and love! 👉http://chalene.com/midi   🎯Related Links: Camp Be More Waitlist 👉http://campbemore.com Link to Chalene's Outfits 👉 https://chalene.com/outfits Join Aprille For Marketing School Live!  👉 https://marketandsell.respond.ontraport.net/msl Treat yourself to the best bra and  shapewear on the market and save 20% Off your entire order at 👉  honeylove.com/CHALENE   🧐 Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

    56 min
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Top tips & practical steps for diet, fitness, organization, self improvement & more. Get healthy, balance your life, and improve relationships and productivity with New York Times Best Selling Author, Celebrity Fitness Trainer & Diet Debunker Chalene Johnson and guests. No BS. Chalene delivers straight talk and simple strategies (with a side of humor) so that every show delivers a return on your investment of time. The Chalene Show is life coaching, personal development, nutrition, exercise, focus, faith, family & fun all rolled into one! Want to be happier, healthier and more organized? This is your podcast.

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