Cheers to Your Success!

Ashley Fillmore

Cheers to Your Success! is the podcast for women who are ready to feel strong, energized, confident, and in control of their health again. Hosted by Ashley Fillmore, fat loss coach, metabolism expert, and founder of Metabolic Fix, this show brings you real conversations, expert interviews, and practical strategies to help you support your metabolism, balance your hormones, build strength, and create sustainable results without crash dieting or extreme workouts. Ashley shares her own health and fitness journey, along with science-based tools and honest conversations around fat loss, perimenopause, strength training, nutrition, mindset, motherhood, stress, digestion, longevity, and what it really takes to feel your best after 35. If you are tired of quick fixes, confused by all the conflicting advice online, or feel like what used to work no longer works, this podcast will help you better understand your body and take action in a way that supports your long-term health. Each episode is designed to educate, encourage, and empower you to stop guessing and start building a stronger, healthier, more confident version of yourself.

  1. 3d ago

    305:How to Lose Weight After 40: Three Fat Loss Strategies for Women

    OVERVIEW: Ashley shares a solo episode for women over 40 who feel like fat loss is harder than it used to be. She explains why that change is real without meaning your metabolism is “broken,” then breaks down three practical shifts that matter most for sustainable results. In this episode, Ashley focuses on getting more precise with nutrition, prioritizing strength training to protect muscle, and taking recovery seriously so your body can respond. She also clears up common myths about eating less, doing more cardio, and trusting generic macro calculators. Key Topics Covered:  Ashley explains that turning 40 does not mean your “better days are behind you,” but it may mean physiology, hormones, recovery, and lifestyle need a new strategy. She explains that eating “healthy” is not the same as eating in a calorie deficit, especially when foods like nut butter, olive oil, granola, smoothies, wine, and restaurant meals can add up. She recommends periodic food tracking and portion measuring so you can stop guessing and understand what you’re eating. Ashley cautions against relying on generic macro calculators or app recommendations without professional guidance. Your macros should reflect your current health, labs, dieting history, and goals. She emphasizes strength training for women over 40, with the goal of preserving or building muscle rather than simply burning calories. She recommends progressive overload, repeating movements enough to get stronger, and tracking weights as part of a structured training program. She says protein at every meal can support training and muscle. She suggests aiming for at least 20 grams, with 30–40 grams often being even better. Ashley explains why recovery is not optional, including the role of sleep, stress, rest days, alcohol, and all-or-nothing dieting. She concludes that the answer is not automatically less food or more cardio, but a more precise and personalized strategy. Be sure to subscribe, stream, and download Cheers to Your Success so you never miss an episode.   RESOURCES:  Click here to schedule your FREE alignment call to see if my 90-DAY EXPERIENCE is a good fit for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7de98067/appointment/18062930/calendar/4677043?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=18062930 Join my Rise workout subscription HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/rise Email us at: Support@metabolicfix.com Click here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program https://metabolicfix.com/one Take My PHASE ASSESSMENT QUIZ HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/phase-quiz Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Want to see which one of my programs is the best for you? Take my Services Quiz: https://www.metabolicfix.com/services-quiz Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.com/md-quiz

  2. Oct 5

    304: How Stress and Hormones Impact Your Brain: Burnout, Lab Testing, and Women’s Health with Dr. Romie

    OVERVIEW: In this insightful episode, Dr. Romie shares her personal journey through burnout, the neurobiology of stress and hormones, and practical steps for women to optimize their health through lab testing and hormone management. Discover how understanding your brain score and hormone levels can transform your well-being and career.   Inside this episode, Ashley and Dr. Romie discuss: Knowing your brain score can help prevent burnout. Regular hormone testing is essential for women in midlife. Managing hormones through proper therapy can improve quality of life. RESOURCES:  Check out Dr. Romie's website here: https://drromie.com/about-dr-romie/ Dr. Romie's stress  test:https://drromie.com/busy-brain-test/  Dr. Romie's book:https://www.amazon.com/Busy-Brain-Cure-Eight-Week-Anxiety/dp/1335007113/ Join my Rise workout program HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/rise Click here to schedule your FREE alignment call to see if my 1:1 coaching program is a good fit for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7de98067/appointment/18062930/calendar/4677043?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=18062930 Email us at: Support@metabolicfix.com Click here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program https://metabolicfix.com/one Take My PHASE ASSESSMENT QUIZ HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/phase-quiz Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Want to see which one of my programs is the best for you? Take my Services Quiz: https://www.metabolicfix.com/services-quiz Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.com/md-quiz

  3. Sep 28

    303: Thyroid Health After 35: Nutrition, Symptoms & Healing with Ginny Mahar

    OVERVIEW: In this episode, Ginny Mahar shares her inspiring journey from hypothyroidism diagnosis to becoming a thyroid health advocate and chef. She discusses the importance of personalized nutrition, anti-inflammatory eating, and practical tips for supporting thyroid health through food and lifestyle changes. Inside this episode, Ashley and Ginny discuss: Hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroid conditions The role of food and lifestyle in thyroid health Anti-inflammatory diet principles Personalized nutrition and bio-individuality Support systems and coaching for sustainable health Thyroid 30 system and daily rituals Impact of stress and environmental toxins on thyroid Practical tips for thyroid-friendly meals RESOURCES:  Check out Ginny's website here: https://www.hypothyroidchef.com/ Check out Ginny's podcast here: www.hypothyroidchef.com/podcasts/thyroid-healthy-bites  Join my Rise workout program HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/rise Click here to schedule your FREE alignment call to see if my 1:1 coaching program is a good fit for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7de98067/appointment/18062930/calendar/4677043?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=18062930 Email us at: Support@metabolicfix.com Click here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program https://metabolicfix.com/one Take My PHASE ASSESSMENT QUIZ HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/phase-quiz Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Want to see which one of my programs is the best for you? Take my Services Quiz: https://www.metabolicfix.com/services-quiz Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.com/md-quiz

  4. Sep 14

    301: I’m training for HYROX, and I’m not overhauling my entire life to do it

    OVERVIEW: In this solo episode, Ashley shares her journey preparing for a HYROX race, emphasizing the importance of consistency, building a strong foundation, and stepping outside of comfort zones to achieve new fitness goals. This episode covers:  HYROX race overview and training strategy Importance of consistency and foundational strength Balancing strength training with endurance work Nutrition and fueling for high performance Mental resilience and stepping outside comfort zones VO2 max training and cardiovascular fitness Avoiding overtraining and hormonal imbalances Building confidence through challenging oneself Be sure to subscribe, stream, and download Cheers to Your Success so you never miss an episode. RESOURCES:  Click here to schedule your FREE alignment call to see if my 90-DAY EXPERIENCE is a good fit for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7de98067/appointment/18062930/calendar/4677043?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=18062930 Join my Rise workout subscription HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/rise Email us at: Support@metabolicfix.com Click here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program https://metabolicfix.com/one Take My PHASE ASSESSMENT QUIZ HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/phase-quiz Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Want to see which one of my programs is the best for you? Take my Services Quiz: https://www.metabolicfix.com/services-quiz Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.com/md-quiz

  5. Aug 24

    298: Why Your Fat Loss Phase Feels Harder Than You Expected

    OVERVIEW: If you have ever entered a fat loss phase feeling motivated, only to realize a few weeks in that it feels harder than you expected, this episode is for you. In this short solo episode, Ashley breaks down what women should realistically expect during a Results Phase and why normal parts of fat loss can sometimes make you think your plan is not working. She's talking about hunger, social events, family and friend pressure, scale fluctuations, and why expectation management matters so much when your goal is fat loss. This episode covers:  Why some hunger can be normal in a calorie deficit How your maintenance calories and the size of your deficit can impact how you feel Why social events may require more planning during a fat loss phase How to handle pressure from friends and family without feeling like you have to explain your goals Why the scale may not move right away, even when you are doing everything correctly Why fat loss is not linear and how to look at trends instead of individual weigh ins How unrealistic expectations can cause you to give up on a plan that may actually be working Why your Results Phase should never turn into another crash diet Most importantly, I want you to remember that feeling challenged during a fat loss phase does not automatically mean something is wrong. The goal is not to lose weight as fast as possible. The goal is to lose body fat in a way that supports your muscle mass, metabolism, health, and ability to maintain your results long term. If you are currently in a fat loss phase, or thinking about starting one, this episode will help you go into it with a much clearer understanding of what to expect. Be sure to subscribe, stream, and download Cheers to Your Success so you never miss an episode. RESOURCES:  Click here to schedule your FREE alignment call to see if my 90-DAY EXPERIENCE is a good fit for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7de98067/appointment/18062930/calendar/4677043?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=18062930 Join my Rise workout subscription HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/rise Email us at: Support@metabolicfix.com Click Here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program https://metabolicfix.com/one Take My PHASE ASSESSMENT QUIZ HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/phase-quiz Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Want to see which one of my programs is the best for you? Take my Services Quiz: https://www.metabolicfix.com/services-quiz Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.com/md-quiz

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Cheers to Your Success! is the podcast for women who are ready to feel strong, energized, confident, and in control of their health again. Hosted by Ashley Fillmore, fat loss coach, metabolism expert, and founder of Metabolic Fix, this show brings you real conversations, expert interviews, and practical strategies to help you support your metabolism, balance your hormones, build strength, and create sustainable results without crash dieting or extreme workouts. Ashley shares her own health and fitness journey, along with science-based tools and honest conversations around fat loss, perimenopause, strength training, nutrition, mindset, motherhood, stress, digestion, longevity, and what it really takes to feel your best after 35. If you are tired of quick fixes, confused by all the conflicting advice online, or feel like what used to work no longer works, this podcast will help you better understand your body and take action in a way that supports your long-term health. Each episode is designed to educate, encourage, and empower you to stop guessing and start building a stronger, healthier, more confident version of yourself.

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