Life, Lunges and Lattes

Laura Mahoney

Welcome to Life, Lunges & Lattes, a podcast about mindset, identity, intentional living & everything that comes with figuring yourself out along the way. Hosted by Laura Mahoney, this show is for women in their 30s and beyond who are curious about who they are and who they're becoming. Through honest conversations about psychology, self-trust, confidence, personal growth, and life's transitions, we'll challenge old beliefs, explore new perspectives & learn to live with more intention. Because you can love the life you've built & still be curious about what's next. lauramahoneyfitness.com

Episodes

  1. Sep 25

    When Your Identity Stops Fitting

    For almost 15 years, fitness wasn’t just my career. It became part of my identity. But somewhere along the way, I realized something had changed. I still love lifting. I still love being strong. I still coach. But I don’t need fitness to be my business, my content, my expertise and my entire identity anymore. And that realization opened up a much bigger conversation. For years, I watched women obsess over macros, workouts, weight loss, and finding the “perfect” plan without stopping to ask a question that might matter even more: What kind of person do I actually want to be? In this episode, I’m talking about outgrowing identities that once served us, motherhood and the layers it added to mine, confidence and self-trust, fixed mindsets, behavior change, and why I’m becoming fascinated with positive psychology and what actually helps us flourish. I’m also sharing why I want some of fitness back for myself, and why I’m learning that we don’t have to abandon old versions of ourselves to make room for who we’re becoming. I don’t know exactly where this next chapter leads yet. But maybe identity isn’t something we need to figure out before we move forward. Maybe we live our way into who we’re becoming. 🤍

  2. Jul 9

    "I want to workout but can't get myself to do it"

    We've all been there. You know you should work out. You want to work out. You even planned to work out... but somehow you still don't do it. So what's actually happening? In this episode, I'm joined by Cindi Frechette, therapist and Coach of the Unknow Method, to dive into the psychology behind why taking action can feel so hard, even when you genuinely want the outcome. We unpack the mental patterns that keep so many women stuck in the cycle of "I'll start Monday," waiting for motivation, and feeling frustrated with themselves. We talk about: ​Why knowing what to do isn't the problem​What your brain is actually trying to protect you from​How perfectionism, fear, and identity quietly keep you stuck​Practical ways to interrupt those thought patterns and take action anyway​How confidence isn't something you find, it's something you build through doingIf you've ever wondered, "Why can't I just make myself do it?" this conversation will help you understand what's really going on and give you tools to finally move through the mental roadblocks instead of letting them make your decisions. Because the strongest version of you isn't the one who always feels motivated. She's the one who knows how to take action even when she doesn't. How you can connect with Cindi: -> https://www.facebook.com/cjlawless -> https://www.instagram.com/unknowwithcindi/

  3. Jun 26

    The Noise Is Loud. Results Are Quiet.

    If you've ever felt like every time you open social media there's a new rule about losing weight, balancing hormones, boosting your metabolism, or fixing your body... this episode is for you. We're surrounded by fear-based marketing, trendy protocols, and endless "must-do" advice that can leave you feeling overwhelmed and wondering if you're missing the one thing standing between you and your goals. But what if you're not missing anything? In this episode, I'm talking about why the women who stay strong, healthy, and lean for years aren't constantly chasing the next hack. They're quietly doing the basics over and over again. They lift weights. They eat enough protein. They move their bodies. They sleep when they can. They adjust when life gets busy and then get right back to it. We'll also talk about the difference between acknowledging real factors like hormones, thyroid issues, menopause, or PCOS without letting them become the reason we abandon the fundamentals that have always worked. If you're tired of feeling like your body is "broken" because of something you heard online, I hope this conversation brings you back to what actually matters. In this episode, we cover: Why the loudest health advice is often the least helpfulHow fear-based marketing keeps women feeling stuckThe difference between real health challenges and social media hypeThe foundational habits that support your body through your 30s and beyondHow to build confidence by trusting consistency instead of chasing every new trendWhy sustainable results are usually built through simple, repeatable habits—not complicated protocolsSometimes the answer isn't learning something new. Sometimes it's getting really good at the things we've known all along.

  4. Jun 26

    The Dangerous Side of Achievement

    For years, I thought my confidence came from what I could accomplish. Losing weight.Setting powerlifting records.Building a business.Being the "disciplined" one. Every achievement gave me confidence... until life changed. Motherhood, changing priorities, exhaustion, and seasons where I simply couldn't perform the way I used to forced me to ask a much deeper question: Who am I when I'm not achieving? In this episode, I'm sharing the extremes I've lived through, how I unknowingly tied my identity to performance, and why that left me feeling shaken whenever my circumstances changed. We'll talk about: Why achievement-based confidence is so fragileThe identity trap so many high-achieving women fall intoHow motherhood challenged everything I thought I knew about myselfThe difference between your character and your accomplishmentsHow to build an identity that isn't dependent on your weight, your workouts, your career, or anyone else's validationIf you've ever felt like your confidence disappears the second you "fall off track," this conversation is for you. Because your worth isn't something you earn through performance. And the most unshakeable confidence comes from knowing who you are, regardless of what season you're in.

  5. Jun 23

    Do you feel bad for wanting to look good?

    Have you ever felt like you needed to justify wanting to lose weight, build muscle, or look a certain way? In this episode, I'm sharing a personal story about losing a friendship after being honest about my goals for my body and what that experience taught me about identity, permission, and the stories women are told about ambition. Somewhere along the way, many women learned that it's acceptable to want health, energy, and longevity, but wanting to look good somehow makes us shallow, vain, or less worthy. I don't buy that. We're talking about why it's okay to care about your appearance, how building a body you're proud of can be a reflection of years of consistency and self-respect, and why you don't need anyone else's approval to pursue goals that matter to you. This conversation goes beyond fitness. It's about owning what you want, even when it makes other people uncomfortable. The friendship I lost and what really happenedWhy women feel pressure to justify appearance goalsThe difference between vanity and self-respectHow body goals can become a reflection of identityWhy wanting more for yourself isn't selfishLearning to stop asking for permissionWhat happens when you choose authenticity over approvalYou don't need to apologize for wanting to feel strong, confident, healthy, and attractive. Your goals don't have to be explained, defended, or watered down for anyone else. The body you're building may be about more than aesthetics. It may be evidence of the habits, discipline, resilience, and self-trust you've spent years creating. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or post it to your stories and tag me. I'd love to hear what landed with you. And if you're ready to build strength, confidence, and a healthier relationship with your body without extremes, come join us inside Metabolic Method Membership. Strength is not just built. It is embodied. 💛 In This Episode:Key TakeawayConnect With Laura

  6. Jun 23

    My 30 Day Reset

    In this episode, I'm sharing why I decided to do a 30-day reset and it has nothing to do with chasing perfection. After months of toddler sleep regressions, potty training, disrupted routines, and exhaustion, I started noticing some of my habits slowly slipping. Not the big ones. I was still prioritizing protein, strength training, movement, and water. But the small things started adding up: stress eating, overeating, more dinners out, more cocktails, and less intentionality around nutrition. We talk about what actually happens physiologically when you're sleep deprived, including increased cravings for sugar and salty foods, changes in hunger hormones, and why your brain starts seeking quick sources of energy when you're running on empty. Most importantly, this conversation isn't really about fat loss. It's about self-trust. I share why I missed feeling aligned with my own values, why returning to calorie tracking feels supportive rather than restrictive right now, and how I'm using simple tools like meal prep and structure to re-establish the baseline that helps me feel my best. If you've ever felt like life slowly pulled you away from the habits that make you feel like yourself, this episode is your reminder that you don't need a complete overhaul. Sometimes you simply need a reset. In this episode, we discuss: • How sleep deprivation impacts cravings, hunger, and decision-making• The difference between starting over and resetting• Why self-trust matters more than the scale• The non-negotiable habits that kept me grounded during a stressful season• Creating structure when life feels chaotic• Returning to the basics instead of chasing the next solution Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is go back to what already works.

  7. Jun 5

    Why We Can't Spot Reduce Fat, But We Can Build Our Bodies

    Everyone wants to know the best exercise for belly fat, arm fat, or thigh fat, but that's not how fat loss works. In this episode of Life, Lunges & Lattes, I'm breaking down why you can't spot reduce fat, what actually drives body composition changes, and why compound exercises like squats, lunges, rows, and presses should be the foundation of your workouts. We'll talk muscle, metabolism, body shape, and how to get more results from the time you're already spending in the gym. Grab your coffee and let's dive in. ☕💪

  8. May 22

    5 phrases that sound harmless… but are probably the reason you still don’t feel how you want to in your body

    A lot of women in their 30s are simply stuck in thought patterns that sound normal because everyone around them says the same things. “I’ll restart Monday.”“I need more discipline.”“Something is better than nothing.” Meanwhile they’re: under-eating proteinstressed out constantlydoing random workoutsrelying on motivationstarting over every few weekswondering why nothing feels sustainableYour metabolism, strength, confidence, energy, and body composition are built through repeated patterns, not random bursts of perfection. Let's all come to this agreement that women in their 30s don't need to be more strict. They need: better structuremore supportrealistic consistencystrength trainingenough foodnervous system regulationand a plan that actually fits real adult lifeEspecially in your 30s. So after you took in this episode, I'd love to hear from you. Which phrase do you catch yourself saying most?

  9. May 15

    Welcome to Life, Lunges, and Lattes

    If you say you have goals… but you’re not following through on the actions that actually get you there—this episode is for you. In this first episode, I’m breaking down what I actually see holding women in their 30s back when it comes to fat loss, strength, and metabolism—and why it’s not a lack of effort. We’re talking about: The habits that feel “healthy” but are keeping you stuckWhy consistency matters more than intensityHow to build a body that actually supports your lifeNo fluff, no extremes, just real talk on what actually works. Free Metabolic Makeover Masterclass: https://mailchi.mp/5018aa9b0219/metabolicmakeover

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Welcome to Life, Lunges & Lattes, a podcast about mindset, identity, intentional living & everything that comes with figuring yourself out along the way. Hosted by Laura Mahoney, this show is for women in their 30s and beyond who are curious about who they are and who they're becoming. Through honest conversations about psychology, self-trust, confidence, personal growth, and life's transitions, we'll challenge old beliefs, explore new perspectives & learn to live with more intention. Because you can love the life you've built & still be curious about what's next. lauramahoneyfitness.com

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  • Creator
    Laura Mahoney
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Laura Mahoney
  • Show Website
    Life, Lunges and Lattes