All Ways Active

Katie

Join PhD candidate Katie as she shares psychology-backed tips to empower you to lead an active lifestyle. Each episode also features YOUR submissions, showcasing the unique ways that members of the All Ways Active community fuel their motivation to achieve their health and fitness goals. Let’s get psyched to move.

  1. 11/26/2025

    11 things I don’t do as a gym girl: BIGGEST MISTAKES & WHAT TO DO INSTEAD

    Episode 36. Does gym culture make you feel like you’re not doing enough? In this episode, Katie shares 11 things she doesn’t do as a gym girl, and what to focus on instead to actually move toward your fitness goals. You’ll feel empowered to learn that you don’t need to take pre-workout or do barbell back squats to take your fitness seriously. Because there’s no one “right” way to approach fitness, only the way that works best for you! 0:00 Intro 1:22 Wear A Fitness Tracker 6:31 Take Progress Photos 12:03 Repeat The Same Workout Routine 13:12 Exclusively Weightlift 14:24 Trust Everything On Social Media 17:51 Pay For Luxury Gyms 21:43 Judge Beginners 23:20 Use Negative Reinforcement 25:45 Chase A Sweat For Results 26:53 Follow Toxic Influencers 28:56 Get A Post-Workout Pump 29:48 Community Responses 36:38 Outro RESOURCES FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV  FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1  My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active RELATED EPISODES Things I Don’t Do As A Gym Girl (Diana Conforti): https://youtu.be/ShO7HgWyK-I?si=5eCZHnsNqQJpIi2T   My Lockdown Fitness Journey: https://youtu.be/GqvoCxqAwek   Summer Body Confidence: https://youtu.be/a-aZUwNtpL4   Hybrid Athlete Training Guide: https://youtu.be/eXG2YWVORUc   Social Media Detox: https://youtu.be/CnkwfeDUcqA   Rating Fitness Trends: https://youtu.be/0egYXU8-9H8   Mindset Shifts For Beginners: https://youtu.be/SEh30jWQnNM   John’s Fitness Journey: https://youtu.be/cfwXvvZ_r6U   Debunking Fitness Myths: https://youtu.be/-UJKv6F4PPg   Ladder App Review: https://youtu.be/L6ZN0ugdoP8   CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active  Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active  MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL  Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7  DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! beginner gym tips, beginner gym mistakes, exercise motivation, exercise tips, female fitness advice, fitness for beginners, fitness goals, fitness journey, fitness lifestyle, fitness mistakes, fitness tips, gym advice, gym culture, gym girl, gym habits, gym life, gym mistakes, gym motivation, gym routine, gym strategies, health and fitness, healthy lifestyle, how to start going to the gym, hybrid athlete tips, hybrid training, strength training, things I don’t do as a gym girl, what to do at the gym for beginners, women in fitness, workout advice, workout mistakes, workout routine, workout tips for women

    37 min
  2. 11/01/2025

    How she built a sustainable fitness routine: BEACHBODY WORKOUTS, STRENGTH TRAINING, & WALKING 10K STEPS A DAY ft. Darryl

    Episode 35. No gym? No problem! In this episode, Katie interviews Darryl, whose fitness journey started at age 13 with Jillian Michaels’ 30 Day Shred. Since then, she’s tried countless activities including swimming, rugby, and weightlifting, all while maintaining a daily 10k step goal. From navigating weight loss to learning what a sustainable fitness routine looks like, Darryl shares the transformative mindset shifts she’s learned over the course of her journey. 0:00 Intro 1:24 Starting Her Fitness Journey 6:23 Building A Swimming Habit 9:50 Training With Shaun T 14:36 Working Out At The Gym 19:02 Competing In Rugby 22:16 Meeting In Yoga Class 24:40 Training At The Gym Together 29:40 Studying Kinesiology 33:55 Staying Active During Lockdown 37:51 Running For “Fun” 40:44 Pursuing Weight Loss 47:19 Hitting A Daily Step Goal 51:44 Balancing Discipline & Motivation 52:47 Playing Sports 54:12 Building A Sustainable Fitness Routine 55:52 Prioritizing Daily Movement 56:17 Maintaining Consistency 58:20 Finding Balance With Fitness 1:02:00 Outro RESOURCES FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1 My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active RELATED EPISODES Guest Interviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLr9ldocGU2As4Hd-ZC2CvKSw37xRgKixN&si=I3H5b68mjcJmQpkK CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7 DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! 10k steps a day, active living, balanced fitness routine, beachbody workouts, building fitness habits, cardio workouts, daily exercise, daily walking, discipline vs motivation, exercise motivation, fat loss, fitness challenges, fitness community, fitness journey, fitness mindset shifts, fitness motivation, fitness routine, healthy habits, healthy lifestyle, healthy lifestyle tips, home workouts, long term fitness, realistic fitness routine, strength training, strength training for women, sustainable fitness, walking 10k steps, weight loss tips, wellness journey, workout, workout at home, workout tips

    1h 3m
  3. 09/18/2025

    Not making progress in the gym? HOW TO GET BETTER RESULTS WITH FEWER WORKOUTS

    Episode 34. Feeling stuck on your fitness journey? In this episode, Katie breaks down why your gym workouts aren’t delivering results. She also shares 3 tips to help you finally make progress. This episode will help you maximize your time, train smarter, and achieve better results with fewer workouts each week. 0:00 Intro 0:41 Do More in Fewer Workouts 1:42 My Experience 3:23 Train with Intention 4:40 Follow A Plan 7:47 Push Yourself 9:51 Avoid Distractions 10:20 Know Your Limits 11:05 Incorporate Deload Periods 11:47 Prioritize Safety 12:04 Try Hybrid Training 12:47 Leave Room For Spontaneity 13:49 Identify Your Priorities 14:48 Make Time To Socialize 15:09 Just Get Moving 15:50 Outro RESOURCES FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV  FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1  My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active RELATED EPISODES Ladder App Review: https://youtu.be/L6ZN0ugdoP8?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active  Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active  MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL  Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7  DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! efficient workout, efficient workouts, exercise tips, fast gym results, fitness advice, fitness motivation, fitness tips, gym hacks, gym motivation, gym plateau, gym progress, gym results, health and fitness, how to build muscle, how to see results faster, muscle building tips, no gym progress, no gym progress in a year, no results in gym after 6 months, not building muscle, not gaining strength, not getting results in the gym, strength training, strength training mistakes, why am i not seeing results in the gym, why my strength is not increasing in gym, why no muscle growth, workout mistakes, workout plateau, workout routine, workout tips, workout tips for busy women

    16 min
  4. 09/03/2025

    The health & fitness routines you need in 2025: HYBRID TRAINING WORKOUT SPLIT, HEALTHY HABITS, & MEAL PREP

    Episode 33. Looking for inspiration to level up your healthy habits? In this episode, Katie shares her complete health and fitness routines, including her weekly reset, hybrid training workout split, meal prep routine, and more. She also provides practical strategies to help you prioritize your health and fitness goals, even with a busy schedule. If you’re ready to build a sustainable routine that fits your lifestyle, this episode is for you. 0:00 Intro 0:35 Weekly Reset 2:53 Hybrid Training Workout Split 6:30 Meal Prep Routine 10:35 Morning Routine 12:28 Night Routine 14:00 Healthy Habits 17:10 Community Responses 17:59 Outro RESOURCES FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV  FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1  My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active RELATED EPISODES Hybrid Athlete Training Guide: https://youtu.be/eXG2YWVORUc?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd  Ladder Fitness App Review: https://youtu.be/L6ZN0ugdoP8?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd  CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active  Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active  MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL  Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7  DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! daily routines, exercise plan, fitness, fitness goals, fitness routine, fitness routines, fitness tips, gym routine, health and fitness, health and fitness routines, healthy daily routines, healthy habits, healthy habits to do everyday, healthy lifestyle, hybrid training, meal prep, meal prep routine, morning routines, night routines, nutrition tips, physical health, strength training, wellness, weekly reset, workout motivation, workout routines, workout split

    18 min
  5. 08/04/2025

    Why she quit being a gym girly: BODYBUILDING, PERSONAL TRAINING, AND FINDING A BALANCED FITNESS ROUTINE ft. Maria

    Episode 32. Think you need to make fitness your whole identity to see results? Think again! In this episode, Katie interviews Maria, a former personal trainer whose world once revolved around training with pro bodybuilders, chasing aesthetics, and hitting intense PRs. Maria opens up about why she stepped away from the gym world entirely, and how she returned stronger, healthier, and more balanced than ever. This conversation is filled with mindset shifts and practical wisdom every beginner needs to know at the start of their fitness journey. 0:00 Intro 0:59 Meet Maria 1:41 How Her Fitness Journey Started 5:48 Chasing Aesthetics Through Bodybuilding 14:43 Taking Things Too Far 16:05 Becoming A Personal Trainer 17:54 The Secret To Fitness Results 21:40 Stepping Away From The Gym World 26:54 Impact Of Fitness On Mental Health 30:09 Getting Out Of A Rut 32:47 Shifting To Functional Training 38:35 Current Training Routine 41:20 Tips To Create A Workout Plan 44:26 Training Without Fitness Goals 49:33 Inspiration To Go On Adventures 51:22 Staying Fit While Traveling 55:36 Advice To Her Younger Self 1:01:13 Outro RESOURCES FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV  FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1  My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active  Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active  MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL  Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7  DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! bodybuilding, bodybuilding burnout, bulking explained, creating a workout plan, exercise, exercise tips, fitness, fitness advice, fitness community, fitness journey, fitness mindset, fitness motivation, fitness routine, fitness transformation, gym culture, gym girl, gym life, gym lifestyle, gym motivation, health and wellness, healthy lifestyle, healthy living, how to get into fitness, personal trainer, personal training, realistic fitness routine, strength training, weightlifting, women in fitness, workout routine, workout tips

    1h 2m
  6. 07/12/2025

    I quit my worst habit for 40 days: SOCIAL MEDIA DETOX RESULTS

    Episode 31. Goodbye social media, hello clarity! In this episode, Katie shares her experience completing a 40-day social media detox, including why she did it, the challenges she faced, and how she transformed her habits. If you’ve been feeling distracted by social media, listen for the inspiration you need to take back control of your time, focus, and mental energy. 0:00 Intro 0:34 My Motivation To Quit 2:15 Platforms I Quit 3:06 My Rules 4:09 My Expectations 4:44 Was It Harder Than Expected? 5:37 Did I Stick With It For 40 Days? 5:56 What I Missed The Most 6:15 Benefits Of Quitting 9:24 My New Habits 14:17 Will I Do This Again? 14:52 My Recommendations 15:42 Outro RESOURCES FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV  FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1  My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active RELATED EPISODES Ladder App Review: https://youtu.be/L6ZN0ugdoP8?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd  HYROX Training For Beginners: https://youtu.be/PJcc8rU2RDA?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd  CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active  Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active  MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL  Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7  DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! delete social media, deleting social media, detox your brain, digital detox, digital minimalism, digital wellness, dopamine detox, healthy habits, healthy lifestyle, how to detox from social media, how to quit social media addiction, mental health, no social media, personal growth, productivity tips, quit social media, quitting social media, self improvement, social media addiction, social media detox, social media detox benefits, social media fast, time management

    16 min
  7. 05/23/2025

    It’s 2025, why are you still doing 75 HARD? 75 SOFT CHALLENGE PREP

    Episode 30. Ready to build sustainable habits without burning out? In this episode, Katie shares her 5-step process to prepare for 75 Soft, including how she set custom rules and created simple systems to set herself up for success. This step-by-step guide will help you take a realistic approach to forming healthy habits that will last beyond the 75 day challenge. 0:00 Intro 0:34 What is the 75 HARD Challenge? 1:51 What is the 75 Soft Challenge? 2:40 Why I Chose 75 Soft Over 75 HARD 3:30 How to Prepare for 75 Soft 4:11 Define Your Why 6:29 Choose Your Dates 7:07 Set Custom Rules 12:54 Create Tracking Systems 17:34 Plan for Obstacles 21:43 Outro RESOURCES 75 HARD Rules: https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/articles/what-is-75-hard?srsltid=AfmBOoq3OzGZpRLHu7BBz5KhXFehq1DMTzqIBdN0nY8PsPBEOWZooNht   75 Soft Rules: https://www.healthline.com/health/75-soft-challenge  FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV  FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1  My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active RELATED EPISODES Benefits of Exercise: https://youtu.be/1KC5wOK7c5M​​?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd  Summer Confidence Tips: https://youtu.be/a-aZUwNtpL4?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd  Rating Fitness Trends: https://youtu.be/0egYXU8-9H8?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd   CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active  Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active  MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL  Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7  DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! 2025 fitness, 75 HARD vs 75 Soft, 75 HARD, 75 HARD challenge, 75 HARD results, 75 Soft, 75 Soft challenge, 75 Soft challenge results, 75 Soft checklist, 75 Soft rules, 75 Soft vs 75 HARD, fitness challenge, fitness goals, fitness motivation, healthy habits, healthy lifestyle, how to start 75 Soft, mental toughness, personal development, personal growth, preparing for 75 Soft, realistic fitness challenge, strength training, sustainable habits, wellness challenge, wellness journey, workout motivation

    22 min
  8. 04/22/2025

    Overrated or Underrated? Breaking Down 2025 Health and Fitness Trends ft. Kyra

    Episode 29. What fitness trends are actually worth the hype? In this episode, Katie sits down with her sister Kyra to break down the biggest health and fitness trends of 2025, from heated workouts to 75 Hard. Get ready for an unfiltered conversation and some unpopular opinions to help you decide which trends to try and which to skip. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Heated Workouts 4:11 Processed Health Foods 13:00 Cheat Meals 20:14 Luxury Gyms 26:46 75 Hard 39:03 Outro RESOURCES Kyra’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyradfit/ Yuka App: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/yuka-food-cosmetic-scanner/id1092799236  FREE Hybrid Training Guide: https://bit.ly/4cJaLyV  FREE Notion Goal Setting Hub: https://bit.ly/40ntYU1  My Favourite Products: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/k.d.active RELATED EPISODES Kyra’s Fitness Journey: https://youtu.be/RwFBrZd6ocs?list=PLr9ldocGU2AtBxwFUJFKyYic-ohsxWvqd CONNECT Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/allwaysactive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@all.ways.active?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@all.ways.active  Instagram: https://instagram.com/all.ways.active  MY EQUIPMENT iPhone 14 Camera: https://bit.ly/4gEwXwa Canon EOS M50 Mark II Camera: https://bit.ly/4gDv9DL  Blue Yeti USB Microphone: https://bit.ly/3WQXNu7  DISCLAIMERS All opinions are my own. Information provided by All Ways Active is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician before engaging in any physical activity program, diet, or acting on any recommendation found in the content provided by All Ways Active. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! debunking fitness trends, exercise trends, fitness goals, fitness motivation, fitness myths, fitness ranking, fitness reviews, fitness tips, fitness trend review, fitness trends, gym motivation, health and fitness, health trends, tier list, trending workouts, wellness trends, wellness routines, workout motivation, workout trends

    40 min

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Join PhD candidate Katie as she shares psychology-backed tips to empower you to lead an active lifestyle. Each episode also features YOUR submissions, showcasing the unique ways that members of the All Ways Active community fuel their motivation to achieve their health and fitness goals. Let’s get psyched to move.

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