Making Shift Happen

Jen Kates with Shift Human Performance
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Jen Kates from Making Shift Happen reveals all of her evidence-based strategies for living a healthier and more vibrant life that fits with your busy schedule. Her methods show you how to experience food and fitness freedom, which means you don’t spend endless hours each day in the gym without guidance and clarity or in the kitchen meal prepping your life away. It also means you don’t spend an insane amount of time thinking about food – because, let’s be real: there are a LOT more important things to think about. Through this podcast, you’ll be empowered with the simple steps you can take today in order to create and live your own badass life and make shift happen. Mountain biking and gravel cycling are common topics woven in, so join the ride with Jen.

  1. 3d ago

    257. Are You High Functioning But Actually Exhausted? Nervous System Signs You’re Ignoring

    You don’t have to be completely burned out or exhausted to have a dysregulated nervous system. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, we explore the subtle and often overlooked signs of nervous system overload in high-achieving people like you. From feeling “wired but tired” to constant overstimulation, poor recovery, irritability, and mental exhaustion, this episode breaks down how chronic stress can quietly impact your health and performance. You’ll learn practical ways to improve nervous system regulation, reduce stress stacking, and recognize the signs of overload before complete burnout occurs. Take the FREE Nervous System Audit here (it’s only 10 questions!): https://forms.gle/hGtZY7P8X5sAtQe26. Learn the signs and how to help yourself – I am here to help! 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Subtle signs of nervous system dysregulation Why high-achievers normalize chronic stress The connection between stress and recovery How overstimulation impacts energy and focus Practical ways to regulate your nervous system Check out these other relevant episodes: 256. The Invisible Stressors keeping You Exhausted 255. Your Brain is Addicted to Being Busy: Why High Achievers Struggle to Slow Down 253. The Nervous System Audit: How to Know if Stress is Sabotaging Your Life Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Next Month Starts on Monday, June 1, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system regulation, stress management, decision fatigue, overstimulation, mental overload, digital overwhelm, high achiever stress, how to reduce stress, nervous system overload

    23 min

  2. May 22

    256. The Invisible Stressors Keeping You Exhausted: What Your Nervous System Is Tracking That You Aren’t

    Feeling constantly overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, or unable to relax? In this episode of Making Shift Happen, we explore the hidden stressors impacting your nervous system every day – including digital overload, multitasking, notifications, decision fatigue, and overstimulation. You’ll learn how chronic low-level stress accumulates, why your nervous system may feel stuck in survival mode, and practical ways to reduce stress and improve recovery without overhauling your life. Take the FREE Nervous System Audit here (it’s only 10 questions!): https://forms.gle/hGtZY7P8X5sAtQe26. Once you submit your answers, you will receive an answer key via email to calculate your results and to get insight on where your baseline is right now. From there, you can see what you need to do to help yourself. Just take it already!  🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What invisible stressors are How overstimulation impacts nervous system regulation Why multitasking and decision fatigue increase stress The importance of transitions and recovery Practical ways to reduce stress and improve energy Check out these other relevant episodes: 255. Your Brain is Addicted to Being Busy: Why High Achievers Struggle to Slow Down 253. The Nervous System Audit: How to Know if Stress is Sabotaging Your Life 251. Why You Feel Exhausted but Can’t Relax Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Next Month Starts on Monday, June 1, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system regulation, stress management, decision fatigue, overstimulation, mental overload, digital overwhelm, high achiever stress, how to reduce stress, nervous system overload

    25 min

  3. May 15

    255. Your Brain Is Addicted to Being Busy: Why High Achievers Struggle to Slow Down

    Do you struggle to relax, sit still, or truly disconnect from work, training, and constant stimulation? In this episode of Making Shift Happen, we explore why high achievers often become addicted to being busy and how chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation can make slowing down feel uncomfortable. You’ll learn how busyness impacts recovery, performance, energy, and mental health. Plus, you’ll learn practical strategies to regulate your nervous system and create more sustainable routines. Take the FREE Nervous System Audit here (it’s only 10 questions!): https://forms.gle/hGtZY7P8X5sAtQe26. Once you submit your answers, you will receive an answer key via email to calculate your results and to get insight on where your baseline is right now. From there, you can see what you need to do to help yourself. Just take it already!  🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why high achievers struggle to slow down The nervous system effects of chronic busyness Signs your brain is addicted to being busy and constant stimulation How constant productivity impacts recovery Simple ways to regulate your nervous system daily Check out these other relevant episodes: 253. The Nervous System Audit: How to Know if Stress is Sabotaging Your Life 251. Why You Feel Exhausted but Can’t Relax 250. You Can’t Out-train a Fried Nervous System Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Next Month Starts on Monday, June 1, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system capacity, burnout vs overload, stress and performance, recovery for athletes, high achiever burnout, training consistency, overwhelmed and exhausted, burnout vs stress, nervous system overload Maybe you’re asking yourself the following questions – if so, listen in! how to calm nervous system after stress how to regulate my nervous system why am I so overwhelmed

    23 min

  4. May 8

    254. You Took the Nervous System Audit… Now What? A Simple Plan to Feel Less Stressed and More Regulated

    If you’ve taken my Nervous System Audit and realized you’re more stressed, overwhelmed, or dysregulated than you thought, then this episode is for you. 😉 In this episode of Making Shift Happen, I break down what to actually DO after recognizing signs of nervous system overload. Awareness is great, but action is better. You’ll learn practical strategies to improve nervous system regulation, reduce stress stacking, improve recovery, and build sustainable energy without overhauling your entire life. Take the FREE Nervous System Audit here (it’s only 10 questions!): https://forms.gle/hGtZY7P8X5sAtQe26. Once you submit your answers, you will receive an answer key via email to calculate your results and to get insight on where your baseline is right now. From there, you can see what you need to do to help yourself. Just take it already!  🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What nervous system dysregulation actually means Why stress stacking keeps you overwhelmed Simple ways to regulate your nervous system daily How recovery improves performance and consistency Why small habits matter more than extreme routines Check out these other relevant episodes: 253. The Nervous System Audit: How to Know if Stress is Sabotaging Your Life 251. Why You Feel Exhausted but Can’t Relax 250. You Can’t Out-train a Fried Nervous System Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Next Month Starts on Monday, June 1, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system capacity, burnout vs overload, stress and performance, recovery for athletes, high achiever burnout, training consistency, endurance athlete fatigue, overtraining vs recovery, overwhelmed and exhausted, burnout vs stress, nervous system overload Maybe you’re asking yourself the following questions – if so, listen in! how to calm nervous system after stress nervous system reset techniques how to regulate my nervous system why am I so overwhelmed

    19 min

  5. May 1

    253. The Nervous System Audit: How to Know If Stress Is Sabotaging Your Life

    Feeling tired, overwhelmed, or inconsistent in your life or your training? It might not be your training plan or one thing you’re doing wrong – instead, it might be your nervous system. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, we break down how to assess your stress levels using a simple Nervous System Audit and how chronic stress impacts performance, recovery, and energy. Take the FREE Nervous System Audit here (it’s only 10 questions!): https://forms.gle/hGtZY7P8X5sAtQe26. Once you submit your answers, you will receive an answer key via email to calculate your results and to get insight on where your baseline is right now. From there, you can see what you need to do to help yourself. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Signs of nervous system dysregulation Why stress affects how you feel overall in life, including your training performance How to assess your current stress state and the health of your nervous system, without judgment Check out these other relevant episodes: 251. Why You Feel Exhausted but Can’t Relax 250. You Can’t Out-train a Fried Nervous System 222. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Cyclists: The Key to Smarter Training and Recovery Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Next Month Starts on Monday, May 4, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system capacity, burnout vs overload, stress and performance, recovery for athletes, high achiever burnout, training consistency, endurance athlete fatigue, overtraining vs recovery, overwhelmed and exhausted, burnout vs stress, nervous system overload Maybe you’re asking yourself the following questions – if so, listen in! why am I tired but can’t relax how to calm nervous system after stress nervous system reset techniques

    18 min

  6. Apr 17

    252. You’re Not Burnt Out – You’re Over Capacity: Why Everything Feels Harder

    If you’ve been wondering why everything feels harder lately – your workouts, your work, your energy – you’re not alone. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, we break down how chronic stress and nervous system overload impact performance, recovery, and energy levels for high-achieving professionals and endurance athletes. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs of being over capacity and how to improve recovery, reduce stress, and build sustainable performance without doing more. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What “capacity” means in training and performance Signs your nervous system is overloaded Why high-achievers hit a performance wall How stress accumulation impacts energy and recovery Practical ways to increase capacity sustainably Check out these other relevant episodes: 251. Why You Feel Exhausted but Can’t Relax 250. You Can’t Out-train a Fried Nervous System 222. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Cyclists: The Key to Smarter Training and Recovery Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Month Starts on Monday, May 4, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system capacity, burnout vs overload, stress and performance, recovery for athletes, high achiever burnout, training consistency, endurance athlete fatigue, overtraining vs recovery, overwhelmed and exhausted, burnout vs stress, nervous system overload Maybe you’re asking yourself the following questions – if so, listen in! why am I tired but can’t relax how to calm nervous system after stress why high achievers can’t relax how stress affects athletic performance how to recover from burnout athletes how to improve recovery for cyclists nervous system reset techniques

    19 min

  7. Apr 10

    251. Why You Feel Exhausted but Can’t Relax

    Do you ever feel completely exhausted, but the moment you try to relax, your brain won’t turn off? You’re not alone! And you’re not doing anything wrong.nIn this episode of Making Shift Happen, we’re diving into the common “tired but wired” state that many high-achieving professionals and endurance athletes experience. This is often a sign of nervous system dysregulation, where the body remains stuck in a heightened stress response even when it needs rest. For mountain bikers, gravel cyclists, endurance athletes, and busy professionals trying to balance training, work, and life, this constant state of activation can impact recovery, sleep quality, performance, and overall energy levels. The good news? There are simple, practical ways to help your body downshift, so listen in. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What it means to feel “tired but wired” How the nervous system gets stuck in a stress response Why high-achievers struggle to relax and recover How chronic stimulation impacts sleep and recovery The connection between stress, performance, and energy levels Simple strategies to help regulate your nervous system Check out these other relevant episodes: 250. You Can’t Out-train a Fried Nervous System 241. From Mountain Bike trails to Mindfulness with Karen Jarchow 222. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Cyclists: The Key to Smarter Training and Recovery Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Month Starts on Monday, May 4, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system regulation, tired but wired, stress and recovery, burnout and performance, recovery for athletes, nervous system dysregulation, high achiever stress, mental fatigue and performance, cycling recovery strategies, endurance athlete recovery Maybe you’re asking yourself the following questions – if so, listen in! why am I tired but can’t relax how to calm nervous system after stress why high achievers can’t relax how stress affects athletic performance how to recover from burnout athletes how to improve recovery for cyclists nervous system reset techniques

    18 min

  8. Apr 3

    250. You Can’t Out-Train a Fried Nervous System

    If you’re a high-achieving professional or endurance athlete feeling constantly tired, overwhelmed, or inconsistent in your training, the issue may not be your program or plan, it may be your nervous system. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, we explore how chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation impact performance, recovery, and consistency. You’ll learn how to recognize when your system is overloaded and how to implement simple strategies to improve recovery and build sustainable performance. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What nervous system dysregulation is How chronic stress impacts training performance Why high-achievers struggle to down-regulate How stress stacking affects recovery and energy Simple techniques to support nervous system regulation Why recovery is essential for long-term performance Check out these other relevant episodes: 246. Mindfulness for Busy Athletes: How to Reduce Stress in 60 Seconds a Day 241. From Mountain Bike trails to Mindfulness with Karen Jarchow 222. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Cyclists: The Key to Smarter Training and Recovery Do you have nutrition and fitness goals? I’m your coach!  If you’re tired of feeling scattered, inconsistent, and overwhelmed trying to balance your career and your health, I can help. Inside my 1:1 coaching program, we simplify your training, nutrition, and routines so they actually fit your life – while helping you feel more focused, regulated, and in control. Apply to work with me by clicking here. #ShredStrong: Our Month Starts on Monday, May 4, 2026! #ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but why not now?! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE!  Keywords: nervous system regulation athletes, stress and performance, burnout and training, recovery for endurance athletes, high achiever stress management, cycling recovery strategies, HRV and performance, overtraining vs under recovery

    20 min
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Jen Kates from Making Shift Happen reveals all of her evidence-based strategies for living a healthier and more vibrant life that fits with your busy schedule. Her methods show you how to experience food and fitness freedom, which means you don’t spend endless hours each day in the gym without guidance and clarity or in the kitchen meal prepping your life away. It also means you don’t spend an insane amount of time thinking about food – because, let’s be real: there are a LOT more important things to think about. Through this podcast, you’ll be empowered with the simple steps you can take today in order to create and live your own badass life and make shift happen. Mountain biking and gravel cycling are common topics woven in, so join the ride with Jen.

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  • Creator
    Jen Kates with Shift Human Performance
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    256
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Making Shift Happen