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. 7H AGO

    Estrogen Shortage, GLP-1 Risks, and the Diddy and Blake Lively Shocking Updates

    There's a lot happening right now, and some of it deserves real attention. From the estrogen patch shortage, which could last years, to new research on GLP-1 weight loss drugs and what they may be doing to muscle in women over 50, this episode goes deeper than the headlines. It also breaks down what's unfolding in the Diddy case, the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama, and why situations like these often feel frustrating and unresolved. Then the focus shifts to more personal updates, including Penelope's health, filming 19 workouts in 3 days, and a few eye-opening moments that challenge how we think about aging, strength, and what's actually possible in midlife. For anyone navigating menopause, considering HRT, using GLP-1s, or simply trying to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed, this episode is worth the listen. Be honest…what do you think really happened with Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni? Was this orchestrated, who do you actually believe, and whose career do you think comes out stronger after all of this… or are you over it completely?   💥 Check Chalene's Deep Dive on Blake and Justin Called Smeared 👉 https://www.patreon.com/collection/1241657?view=expanded   💪🏼Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! 👉http://chalene.com/midi   🔥Join Phase It!! Simplifies the art of aging vibrantly with science-backed fitness, nutrition and hormone support programs that actually work! https://phaseitup.com/   🎉 Camp Be More 2027 Registration is now OPEN!! 👉 http://campbemore.com   💥 What Chalene Talks About: Estrogen patch shortage and your options Why the FDA reversed its stance on HRT GLP-1 weight loss and muscle loss risks after 50 Why fast weight loss can backfire What's happening in the Diddy case Blake Lively vs Baldoni, simplified How fast public opinion shifts Why muscle matters for longevity The importance of bone density workouts A personal update on Penelope   🎯 Related Links: Go to GetFresh326.com to get your full size bottle of  Fresh Pressed Olive Oil for only $1 but hurry the offer ends soon!! Follow Carrie Sisson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrielynnsisson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Follow Mindy Lawhorne on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/mindylawhorne?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==   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

    57 min

  2. 4D AGO ·  BONUS

    Saturday Spill | Working Through My Memorial Regrets

    Listen to the full 46 minute Between Friends episode. Go Directly to this Patreon Episode "Working Through My Memorial Regrets" https://www.patreon.com/posts/working-through-156666776 Picture this: a memorial service meant to honor someone you love… and instead, you're sitting there in your own head questioning every decision, every moment, every what-if. Chalene walks through the pressure, the chaos, and the internal spiral happening in real time. It's emotional, uncomfortable, and the kind of behind-the-scenes honesty you only hear on Patreon. 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

    12 min

  3. 5D AGO

    What Really Happened to Turbo Jam, P90X, Insanity, Tae Bo and Other Workouts - 1294

    Everyone remembers those iconic workout programs, but almost no one knows why they actually disappeared. In this episode, Chalene Johnson breaks down the truth behind popular fitness programs like Tae Bo, P90X, and Turbo Jam, the program she created, and what was really happening inside the fitness industry during the biggest home workout boom. From Tae Bo to P90X to Turbo Jam, these programs did not fail. They were designed to expire. And once you understand how the fitness industry really worked behind the scenes, you will never look at weight loss programs, before and after transformations, or 90 day challenges the same way again. This episode pulls back the curtain on the marketing, contracts, and consumer psychology that drove the cycle of quick fix workouts and repeat customers. It also reveals why so many top trainers ended up burned out, broke, or replaced, and why women kept losing and regaining the same weight over and over again. And yes, this insight comes from Chalene Johnson, who was not just observing it, she was building one of the biggest programs of that era with Turbo Jam. Check out this video on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   🔥 Join Chalene on her private podcast 👉http://chalene.com/more   What Chalene Talks About: Why fitness programs were replaced, not failed The truth behind "expiration date" workouts How the industry creates repeat customers Why extreme workouts became the norm The reality of 30, 60, and 90 day results How programs like Tae Bo and P90X were sold Why top trainers were often exploited The cycle of losing and regaining weight How fitness trends shifted over time What the industry never wanted you to know 🎉 Related Links: Go to http://greenchef.com/50chalene and use code 50chalene to get 50% off, plus 20% off your next two months. Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code CHALENE for an extra 30% off at blissy.com/CHALENE Try MASSZYMES – a 100% plant-based digestive enzyme blend that boosts nutrient absorption and speeds up muscle recovery 👉http://chalene.com/digest   🤓 Related Episodes: Weights vs Cardio? Women Over 40 Get This Wrong! with Dr. Vonda Wright Watch: https://youtu.be/je8dYQs--_Q?si=BkVhrezb-4CGE16u Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000724020011   The "Healthy" Diet Habit Ruining Weight Loss For Women After 40 Watch: https://youtu.be/TL52IGYJsI0?si=cEbpgjMMS6QcT0ZA   Cardio vs Weights After 40 (Wish I Knew this Sooner) Watch: https://youtu.be/5MuJHV1XHxE?si=hupdAh9-hTMfZYNf   🧐 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

    27 min

  4. APR 29

    Did You Know About This?

    Everyone keeps talking about AI like it's just some helpful tool… but what's actually happening right now? It's a lot bigger than most people realize. This episode starts with something that honestly feels a little unhinged… AI employees showing up in company directories, massive layoffs being blamed on automation, and creators competing with content that isn't even made by real humans anymore. And once you see it, you can't unsee it. But then it takes a turn… into looksmaxxing, teenage boys chasing perfection, peptides being used way too casually, and the kind of trends spreading online that most of us don't even realize are influencing people this young. And in the middle of all of that… some very real life updates, including what happened after Bob's memorial, the regret that hit afterward, and the unexpected perspective that helped shift it. This one covers a lot… but it all connects.   💥Hang out with Chalene on her Private Podcast Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    🎉 Camp Be More 2027 Registration is now OPEN!! 👉 http://campbemore.com   💥 What Chalene Talks About: What AI layoffs actually mean for you How AI is replacing real jobs Why creators are competing with AI How clipping farms flood your feed What looksmaxxing really is Why "bone smashing" is trending How young men are using peptides The risks of unregulated peptides Why rapid weight loss can backfire The emotional aftermath of Bob's memorial Rethinking who you let into your life   🤓 Past Episode: Lost Boys https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000735381941 Gen Z Subculture (Looksmaxxing, Bone Smashing, and Peptides at 14?) - On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/posts/gen-z-subculture-155898328   🎯 Related Links: 💪🏼Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! 👉http://chalene.com/midi 🎯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    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

    1h 4m

  5. APR 24

    My Facelift Regrets: What I Wish I Knew Before Surgery

    Thinking about a facelift after 40 or 50 and wondering what facelift recovery is really like or if it is the answer to a tighter jawline? In this episode, Chalene Johnson shares the truth about facelift regrets, healing, and what plastic surgery after 40 actually involves when everything goes right. Most conversations focus on botched results or complications, but this goes deeper into the emotional impact, numbness, recovery timeline, and unexpected side effects even the best surgeons do not fully prepare you for. If you have ever considered a facelift, anti aging procedures, or questioned whether a facelift is worth it, this is the real, unfiltered perspective you need before making that decision. Check out this video on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   🔥 Behind the scenes of Chalene's Facelift? Raw reaction photos + video 👉https://chalene.com/facelift   💪🏼 Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! 👉http://chalene.com/midi   🤓 What Chalene Talks About: Why a perfect facelift can still lead to regret The biggest myth about pain and recovery What numbness really feels like The emotional side no one expects Why results are not just before and after Common mistakes before and after surgery Hidden costs most people miss Why surgeon communication matters Expectations vs reality Why healing is not linear What going public really invites The investment that matters most   🎉 Related Links: Check Out Melinda Farina the Beauty Broker https://www.thebeautybrokers.com/ 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   🤓 Related Episodes: The Skincare Mistake Making Your Skin Worse After 40 Watch: https://youtu.be/fmbOcKr_-qI?si=ia_-w53IGwmv3-4a Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000760647060   Why I Got A Facelift (And Why I'm Not Sorry!) Watch: https://youtu.be/L5pq_S37wOI?si=503i6y2kN8RkbQUZ   5 Biggest Makeup Mistakes Making You Look Older Watch: https://youtu.be/89o88_cercE?si=O9QtTiCk4SnPCDv_   🧐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

    39 min

  6. APR 22

    A Dark True Crime, An AI Scam That's Really Scary Plus A Personal Life Update

    There's a lot happening right now… and honestly, some of it is a little unsettling. From a shocking true crime update that keeps getting darker, to the rapid rise of AI scams that are fooling even smart people, this episode dives into what's really going on behind the headlines and why it matters more than you think. The conversation also gets real about how AI is impacting trust, business, and even your personal safety in ways most people are not paying attention to yet. Plus, there are some very real life updates, including a difficult health scare, a behind-the-scenes look at planning an emotional memorial service, and a reminder of what actually matters when everything feels overwhelming. This one is a mix of awareness, perspective, and real life… the kind of episode that makes you stop and think about what you're consuming, who you trust, and how fast things are changing.   💥Hang out with Chalene on her Private Podcast Patreon!!  To Join Go to  http://chalene.com/more    🎉 Camp Be More 2027 Registration is now OPEN!! 👉 http://campbemore.com   What Chalene Talks About: The disturbing update in the David Burke case How AI is cloning voices to scam families What TikTok's new AI policy really means Why fake ads and influencers are harder to spot The backlash against brands using AI wrong How to protect yourself from deepfake scams Why authenticity matters more than ever The reality of planning a memorial service A personal update on Penelope's health Why more women are finally choosing themselves   🎯Related Links: Go to http://greenchef.com/50chalene and use code 50chalene to get 50% off, plus 20% off your next two months. Treat yourself to the best bra and  shapewear on the market and save 20% Off your entire order at https://www.honeylove.com/CHALENE Go to http://getfresh326.com/ to get your full size bottle of  Fresh Pressed Olive Oil for only $1 but hurry the offer ends soon!!   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

    43 min

  7. APR 18 ·  BONUS

    Saturday Spill | Fake Followers, Fake Credibility, Real People Falling for It

    Listen to the full 48 minute Between Friends episode. Go Directly to this Patreon Episode "Fake Followers, Fake Credibility, Real People Falling for It" https://www.patreon.com/posts/fake-followers-154734742   Picture this: Chalene hires a high-end editing agency expecting next-level work… and instead, everything starts quietly falling apart. What begins as a normal hiring process turns into missed details, bad edits, and then one move that crosses a line you don't come back from. It's frustrating, a little shocking, and the kind of behind-the-scenes story you only hear on Patreon.   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

    12 min

  8. APR 17

    Lifer Update Plus The Cortisol Belly Answers You Need To Know

    Question - Would you rather new episodes drop on Sundays or keep on Fridays? Let me know in the podsquad. Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/ For women over 40, especially in perimenopause and menopause, belly fat isn't just about calories or willpower. It's about hormones, cortisol, and a specific type of fat most people don't fully understand: visceral fat. And here's the frustrating part… a lot of the advice women have been following for years can actually make it worse. In this episode, Chalene Johnson breaks down what's really happening inside the body during midlife, why common weight loss strategies backfire, and what actually works to reduce stubborn belly fat without slowing metabolism or increasing stress. What Chalene Talks About: • Why visceral fat behaves differently (and why it's harder to lose) • The real connection between cortisol, stress, and midsection weight gain • Why eating less can backfire in perimenopause and menopause • The "protein preloading" strategy that helped reduce belly fat • A simple way to hit protein goals without tracking or counting • Why certain workouts may be increasing stress hormones • The best type of movement to support fat loss after 40 • How muscle impacts metabolism and long-term fat loss • The supplements that may support blood sugar, sleep, and hormones If you've been doing everything "right" and still feel stuck with belly fat, this will finally make it make sense… and give you a much simpler way forward. 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   💪🏼 Book your virtual Age Well Appointment today with MIDI Health!! 👉 http://chalene.com/MIDI   🎉 Related Links: Berberine Breakthrough 👉 https://chalene.com/bbt   enter code CHALENE to get 10% off any order Magnesium Breakthrough 👉 http://chalene.com/mag  enter code CHALENE to get 10% off any order Daily Fiber+ 👉http://chalene.com/fiber Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products!   🤓 Related Episodes: STOP Doing 10,000 Steps After 40 (Do THIS Instead) Watch: https://youtu.be/LtR5TxbFjGk?si=yiSKd6Tti9Lkuvwc Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000759025570   I Tried EVERY Walking Pad to See Which Works BEST for Fat Loss Watch: https://youtu.be/tmkQBxl4Dls?si=NtyC5M43BYb5byQG Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000650107001   🧐 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

    49 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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