Boot Camp Challenge

Lori Patterson

Hey my fitfam! As always, I feel super blessed to spend time with you. And, even more blessed to share all things fitness and wellness with you in our Boot Camp Challenge® podcast! In our Boot Camp Challenge® podcast I will share the truth of all things fitness and wellness. We will talk about the best workouts out there, top nutrition hacks, how to lose weight, how to gain weight, why you can't lose weight, kids fitness, boomers fitness, hormones, alcohol and the list goes on. I will also invite guest speakers who are experts in their fields. I will interview campers so you get a real life perspective on the balance of fitness and wellness. And, sometimes I will just rant. But it will always be the TRUTH. Always. Thank you for your time. I do know it is your most valuable commodity to give. And I will always appreciate it. Smiles, Lori

  1. Oct 7

    25 Years Strong: The Boot Camp Challenge® Story

    We're taking a walk down memory lane for this one, fitfam. 💛🖤 As Boot Camp Challenge® celebrates 25 YEARS, I sat down with some of the trainers who have been part of this crazy, wonderful ride to look back at where it all started and ohhhh, the stories. 😂 We start with introductions and everyone's personal BCC origin story, then head straight into the memories: our first camps, their first impressions of me 😬, hilarious camper stories, and yes, one trainer even fired her own husband. 😂  But as anyone who has been part of BCC knows, our story isn't just about workouts and funny moments. We also talk about the campers we've lost over the years, what it was like to grieve those losses together, and how somewhere between the squat thrusts, ridiculous early mornings, sweaty shirts, laughter and tears, something much bigger than a fitness program was created. We became family. Campers and trainers. People who showed up to work out and ended up doing life together. There are a LOT of laughs in this episode, a few tears, and 25 years of memories that remind me why I still love this little thing we started back in October of 2001 so very much.  If you've ever been part of Boot Camp Challenge®, this episode is for you.  Here's to 25 years, fitfam. Hoo Aah! 💛🖤

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  3. Jul 11

    Creatine, Peptides & Collagen: What Women Need to Know

    Creatine, peptides, collagen...oh my! 😜 These are some of the biggest buzzwords in health and fitness right now, but what do they actually do?  And more importantly, do we really need them? In this episode, I sit down with Registered Dietitian Sarah to break it all down in a way that's easy to understand. We chat about the benefits of creatine, when to take it, what to look for in a supplement, and whether it really causes bloating or weight gain.  We also dive into peptides and collagen, what they are, how they work, and whether they're worth adding to your routine. And, of course, I ask all the questions I know many of us women are wondering,  especially as we get older and work hard to maintain our muscle, strength, and quality of life. No hype. Just a real conversation to help you make informed decisions about YOUR health. Let's dive in! 🎙️💪 Love you Lors 💛

  4. Jan 31

    USDA Nutrition Guidelines: What Changed, What Didn't, and What Actually Matters

    Hey Fitfam, I am so excited to share today's brand-new podcast episode with you! In this episode, I sit down with Sarah, a registered dietitian and professor at Michigan State University, to break down the new USDA nutrition guidelines — what's changed, what's stayed the same, and how these updates actually apply to real life. Here's a little peek at what we dove into 👇 🥗 Nutrition Basics • What the new USDA guidelines actually recommend • What hasn't changed (and why that matters) • How to think about the nutritional value of foods 🧠 Science Over Fads • How nutrition research informs the guidelines • Why conflicting advice is so common • How to know what information you can trust ⚖️ Real-Life Application • How to apply the guidelines day to day • Why you don't need to overhaul everything overnight • How small, informed choices support long-term health This is a grounded, realistic conversation, and I hope you walk away feeling less overwhelmed and more confident about how to nourish your body. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast episode here: 👉 [https://bootcamp-challenge.com/podcast073/] If this episode helped you, please share it with a friend or another chica who could use some clarity around nutrition right now. And once you're done listening, I'd love for you to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode. It takes just a second and makes a big difference. Thank you for showing up for yourself and for being part of this community. I'll take care of the rest. Love you, Lors 💛

  5. 11/13/2025

    Muscle, Menopause & Making Peace with Food

    Hey Fitfam, I am so excited to share today's brand-new podcast episode with you! In this episode, I sit down with one of our most favorite BCC partners, registered dietitian, Rachael McClellan. And, we answered YOUR questions about food, sugar cravings, weight management, and menopause. Here's a little peek at what we dove into 👇 🥗 Healthy Eating • How to eat healthier without giving up the foods you love • How many calories you really need in a day • What sugar cravings actually mean • How to tell if your gut microbiome is healthy  ⚖️ Weight Management • The fastest healthy way to lose weight • Why the scale might not be moving even if you're "doing everything right"  👩‍🦳 Midlife & Menopause • How to maintain muscle as we age (this one is HUGE, especially for my peri/menopause girls)  👶 Lifestyle & Emotional Health • What to do when stress or emotions lead to eating It's an honest, real, shame-free conversation — and I know you'll walk away with something you can use today. If you love it, please forward it to a friend or another chica who might need these reminders today.  And, if you would like to reach Rachael directly, email her at phm_nutrition_exercise@outlook.com and make sure you put "BCC camper" in the subject line. You can also visit her website at: Home | Personal Health Management LLC Lastly, once you finish listening, would you take a second to subscribe to our podcast? It takes just a few seconds and will guarantee you don't miss out on upcoming episodes! Click here to subscribe! Thank YOU for all your questions and curiosity. I love we are on this journey together. 💛🖤 Hoo-Aah! The BCC Team

  6. 10/26/2025

    24 Years Strong: The Boot Camp Challenge® Story

    Celebrating the campers, trainers, and moments that built our FitFam. Hey Fitfam 💛 Can you believe Boot Camp Challenge® is celebrating 24 years?! 😱 To mark this huge milestone, I gathered some of our incredible BCC trainers for a special anniversary podcast. Together, we share: 🎙️ Our favorite camper stories — the ones that made us laugh, cry, and cheer. 💪 What inspired us to start coaching (and why we still love it decades later). 🖤 How Boot Camp Challenge® began and the moments that changed everything. 👯‍♀️ Why this Fitfam means so much to us, to our campers, and to YOU. This episode is a total heart-hug. You'll hear stories of courage, connection, and community that remind us all why we show up — not just for the workouts, but for each other. Thank you for being part of our story — whether you joined us last week or 20 years ago, YOU are the reason we're still here, 24 years strong. Love you, Lors 🖤💛

  7. 08/28/2025

    Protein, Peri/Menopause, GLP-1s & Creatine: What Women Need to Know

    Fitfam, this week on the podcast, I had the most fun sitting down with our returning guest, Sarah Weitz, RD, to talk about some of the biggest questions women over 45 are asking right now.  And, in case you are new to our crew, Sarah Weitz is a Registered Dietitian who has been working with BCC for over 15 years to provide evidence-based nutrition education for BCC trainers and campers. She is a Director of Operations for the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, a senior academic specialist in curriculum development, and also teaches histology, pathology, and Medical Nutrition Therapy for first- and second-year medical students. We went deep on peri/menopause, GLP-1 weight loss medications, protein, and creatine, and wow, the takeaways were so good! Here are a few of the questions she answered... Do you need extra protein if you're on a GLP1 shot? Should you eat before you work out? If so, what? Do you need protein shakes or supplements? What supplements are recommended when you're in peri/menopause What is creatine, and should you be taking it? Are electrolytes okay to drink daily?  So much, right?! And this pod is a long one, so you'll have time to get your walk in while you're getting your learn on. 😊  Thank you so much for submitting all your questions and requesting Sarah back. YOU are why I do what I do.  Love you, Lors PS: Once you finish listening, would you take a second to subscribe to our podcast? It takes just a few seconds and will guarantee you don't miss out on upcoming episodes! Click here to subscribe! If you found this to be helpful, we would love it if you would share it with your friends. Now get out there and keep going for your goals one step at a time. Invest in yourself! Hoo-Aah! The BCC Team

  8. 10/30/2023

    Seasonal Depression

    Hi, my friends, I hope you are having a most awesome day! Guess who's back in the house? Our very own mental health guru and BCC legend, Kayla Burton! It's like a family reunion, and everyone's invited! Kayla's been part of our BCC fitfam for over two decades now. She's not just an alum; she's a full-blown LPC and with her own practice, Burton Counseling, LLC. Talk about an overachiever! 😊 In our latest pod, we tackle the notorious seasonal depression – yep, the one with a fancy name, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). And we're diving deep. We'll be deciphering the fine line between the Winter Blues and SAD like we're on some kind of emotional CSI mission. And Kalya's got the lowdown on recognizing those tricky warning signs. And hold on to your sunlamps cuz we're uncovering the ultimate mystery; how to start asking those big questions, and guess what? It starts with Y-O-U. Yep, you heard that right. You're gonna have to spend some quality time with yourself. If that's not enough, Kalya's sharing with us some awesome resources and tips on finding your own therapist. Plus, she says we all need a vacation. Oh, yes, please! Thank you, as always, for your brilliant suggestions and questions. You are so wicked smart! Love you, Lors xoxo

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Hey my fitfam! As always, I feel super blessed to spend time with you. And, even more blessed to share all things fitness and wellness with you in our Boot Camp Challenge® podcast! In our Boot Camp Challenge® podcast I will share the truth of all things fitness and wellness. We will talk about the best workouts out there, top nutrition hacks, how to lose weight, how to gain weight, why you can't lose weight, kids fitness, boomers fitness, hormones, alcohol and the list goes on. I will also invite guest speakers who are experts in their fields. I will interview campers so you get a real life perspective on the balance of fitness and wellness. And, sometimes I will just rant. But it will always be the TRUTH. Always. Thank you for your time. I do know it is your most valuable commodity to give. And I will always appreciate it. Smiles, Lori

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  • Creator
    Lori Patterson
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2017 Boot Camp Challenge® All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    Boot Camp Challenge