Overt Thinking

Kelsie Michelle

We women are S-tier over thinkers... Overt Thinking Podcast is where pop culture meets science, and we cut through the noise so you don’t have to. We dive into the buzz-worthy topics and real world situations women face in fitness, health, and the pursuit of being badass women in today's modern world. With unfiltered honesty and a touch of humor, we unpack it all so you can level up with facts, not fads!

  1. MAR 30

    Ep. 55: You Can't Supplement Your Way to Stronger Bones - The Nutrients Women Actually Need for Bone Health

    Your calcium supplement isn't protecting your bones. The research says it might actually be making things worse. In this episode, Kelsie and Bri rank every supplement the industry has pushed at women for bone health — based on what the evidence actually says. - A trial of 36,000 women found zero reduction in hip fracture rates from calcium and vitamin D supplementation. - A 2021 meta-analysis linked calcium supplements to a 15% increased cardiovascular disease risk in post-menopausal women. - And in December 2024, the government's top health advisory panel officially recommended against supplementation for fracture prevention. So what actually works? The answer isn't in a bottle. This episode covers the full supplement tier list for bone health, why 50% of your bone volume is protein, how bone remodeling actually gets triggered, and what no supplement has ever been able to replicate. Plus the three things you can start doing today. Part 2 of the Overt Thinking Bone Health series. If you haven't yet, start with episode 54. We're now on YOUTUBE! ⁠Come hang! Connect with us on IG: ⁠@Overt_ThinkingPocast⁠ ⁠@KelsieMichelle_⁠ and ⁠@briannalamb USPSTF Draft Recommendation — Vitamin D, Calcium, and Fracture Prevention (2024)National Osteoporosis Foundation Meta-Analysis — Calcium + Vitamin D and Fractures (PMC)NHANES Trends in Calcium Intake — U.S. Population 1999–2018 (PMC)VITAL Trial — Vitamin D and Bone Health Outcomes (JBMR / PMC)National Osteoporosis Foundation — Dietary Protein and Bone Health Meta-Analysis (AJCN)NHANES 2011–2018 — Dietary Protein and Bone Mineral Density (Nature / Scientific Reports)Collagen Peptides and Bone Mineral Density in Postmenopausal Women — RCT (PMC)Collagen Peptides Long-Term Follow-Up — 4-Year Observation (PMC)Collagen Peptide Supplementation Meta-Analysis 2025 (Frontiers in Nutrition)LIFTMOR Randomized Controlled Trial (PubMed)Resistance Training and BMD — 2025 Meta-Analysis of 17 RCTs (JOSR / PMC)ODS / NIH — Calcium Fact Sheet for Health Professionals

    44 min

  2. MAR 23

    Ep. 54: The Exercise That Cuts Women's Mortality Risk by 46% — And Builds Stronger Bones

    If you're a woman over 30, your bone density is already changing, and most women have no idea. This episode of Overt Thinking kicks off our bone health mini series by digging into the research on strength training and osteoporosis prevention, including the study that links resistance training to a 46% reduction in mortality risk for women. We cover bone loss, hormones, weight-bearing exercise, and why lifting heavy isn't optional, it's life-saving. We're now on YOUTUBE! ⁠Come hang! Connect with us on IG: ⁠@Overt_ThinkingPocast⁠ ⁠@KelsieMichelle_⁠ and ⁠@briannalamb Sources: Strength Training and All-Cause Mortality in Older Women — JAHA (Women's Health Study)LIFTMOR Randomized Controlled Trial — JBMROptimal Resistance Training Parameters for BMD — 2025 Meta-AnalysisBone and the Perimenopause — PMCBone Loss and Bone Size after Menopause — NEJMExercise for Your Bone Health — NIAMSWhat Women Need to Know — Bone Health & Osteoporosis FoundationMenopause and Bone Loss — Endocrine Society

    32 min

  3. MAR 16

    Ep. 53: Informed, Not Overwhelmed: The Hot Girl's Guide to the News

    It started with a client texting Bri about Iran... and Bri realizing she had no idea what was happening, or where to even go to find out. That feeling of being gutted, overwhelmed, and lost in the noise? We're willing to bet you've been there too. This episode is for every woman who cares deeply but feels completely overwhelmed by the information landscape. We're breaking down the tools, the sources, and the boundaries that will keep you informed, grounded, and sane. View the Media Bias Chart Here Web Service News Reporting: AP News Reuters We're now on YOUTUBE! ⁠Come hang! Connect with us on IG: ⁠@Overt_ThinkingPocast⁠ ⁠@KelsieMichelle_⁠ and ⁠@briannalamb

    39 min

  4. MAR 9

    Ep. 52: A Bodybuilder's Secrets to Getting Lean (ft.Jerisa Upton)

    When you think of bodybuilding, you might picture Arnold Schwarzenegger or other iconic male figures. But what if we told you the most successful bodybuilder of all time is a woman? Iris Kyle has won 9 consecutive Miss Olympia titles and 10 overall wins— making her the greatest of all time in the sport. That says everything about how we've been conditioned to see strength, muscle, and athletic excellence, especially on a woman's body. In this episode, we sit down with Jerisa Upton, an Olympian and bodybuilding coach, who gets real about the raw truth of what it takes to be a competitive athlete. The stage-lean physiques you see under competition lighting? They're achieved through extreme caloric restriction, grueling training regimens, and a mental toll that doesn't make it into the highlight reel. Looking "perfect" on stage and being healthy are not the same thing, and conflating the two has done serious damage to how women relate to their bodies, food, and fitness. Jerisa breaks down why so many women end up chasing aesthetics at the expense of their health, how diet culture and social media have weaponized fitness against us, and what it actually looks like to train from a place of self-love rather than self-punishment. We talk body dysmorphia, finding your why, ditching the extremes (and Orange Theory), and building a sustainable relationship with movement and nutrition that serves your life. If you've ever looked in the mirror and felt like your body was a problem to solve, this episode is your permission slip to think differently. Find Jerisa on IG! We're now on YOUTUBE! ⁠Come hang! Connect with us on IG: ⁠@Overt_ThinkingPocast⁠ ⁠@KelsieMichelle_⁠ and ⁠@briannalamb

    58 min

  5. MAR 2

    Ep. 51: Pretty Fit, Not Perfectly Fit

    The key to staying "pretty fit" might be simpler than you think. In this episode, Bri and Kelsie share their first-hand experience on how they stay "pretty fit" all year long. Not like crash diet fit. Not obsessing-over-macros fit. Like... actually sustainably, enjoyably pretty fit. This episode includes science-backed habits that make fitness sustainable, and truly life-fitting, without obsession. They reveal the secret weapon: building habits rooted in structure rather than fleeting motivation. Discover practical strategies like optimizing your routines, fueling your body with simple "rules of thumb," and moving intentionally throughout the day, not just in the gym. Bri shares how she shifted from extreme dieting to a balanced approach that keeps her lean and free of guilt, while Kelsie uncovers her method for staying active and strong at any age, no matter how busy life gets.You'll learn how to design a flexible lifestyle that honors your unique body and goals. We break down: Why relying on motivation is a trap and how to create systems that stickThe importance of focus on habits like protein, fiber, and color on your plateThe power of daily movement, from walking to taking the stairs, and how it fuels your metabolismSimple yet effective training tips that require just three days a weekThe critical role sleep plays in recovery, hormones, and long-term progressIf you're tired of the all-or-nothing mentality and want practical tools to stay consistent without sacrificing your sanity, this is your blueprint for a flexible and sustainable fitness journey. Perfect for women who want to feel confident and energized, regardless of their season of life. Whether you're just starting out or you've been at it for years, these guiding principles will help you roll with the punches and keep moving forward. Tell us, how do you define "pretty fit" for your life? We're now on YOUTUBE! ⁠Come hang! Connect with us on IG: ⁠@Overt_ThinkingPocast⁠ ⁠@KelsieMichelle_⁠ and ⁠@briannalamb

    36 min

  6. FEB 23

    Ep. 50: Pilates vs Strength Training (Let's Talk Science!)

    "If I lift weights, I'll get bulky.""Pilates will give me that long and lean look.""I can't build muscle AND do the workouts I actually enjoy." Girl, WHO told you that? Because the Pilates vs strength training debate is exhausting, but we're cutting through the BS. Here's what we're covering: The research on Pilates (yes, it's legit for back pain, core strength, and balance)Where Pilates falls short (and what you're missing out on if you skip)How much strength training you actually need to see changeHow to build your "movement menu"—main course (strength), foundation (steps), and toppings (the fun stuff you love)Real talk: you have room for Pilates AND strength training if you prioritize the non-negotiables firstMovement should feel good AND change your body. It doesn't need to be one or the other.

    25 min

  7. FEB 16

    Ep. 49: What Your Registered Dietician Wishes You Ate (Ft.Jessi Kruzan)

    Are you actually stuck… or were you just given the wrong approach? If counting macros, fixing your hormones, cutting carbs, or “trying harder” hasn’t healed your relationship with food — this episode is for you. Today we’re joined by Registered Dietitian Jessi Kruzan, who brings lived experience with PCOS and disordered eating to a conversation the fitness industry desperately needs. We talk about: The common pattern keeping well-intentioned women stuck How “good intentions” slowly turn into harmful food behaviors Why surface-level fixes (macros, discipline, hormone protocols) often fail The mental health component most providers skip GLP-1s: Do you have to stay on them forever? And what’s missing when they’re the only tool? How to know if you need more support than just another plan Red flags to watch for when choosing a coach or RD We don’t help broken women. We help good-intentioned women who were lied to, misinformed, and handed advice that never fit the human in front of her. If you’ve ever felt like there must be something wrong with you, this conversation will feel like a big exhale. 🎧 Get in girls, we're fixing our relationship to food and our bodies FOR GOOD. We're now on YOUTUBE! ⁠Come hang! Connect with us on IG: ⁠@Overt_ThinkingPocast⁠ ⁠@KelsieMichelle_⁠ and ⁠@briannalamb

    48 min

  8. FEB 9

    Ep. 48: From Gym-timidation to gym-DOMINATION

    Why do 75% of women avoid the gym?!? If you've ever felt the gym scaries as bad as the Sunday scaries, this one's for you. Even as fitness professionals, we've felt the gym-anxiety creep in. From feeling like you don't belong to confusing societal messaging about how you should look—it's overwhelming! You are so not alone and we're here for you. By the end of this episode you'll feel seen AND have 5 (plus a bonus!) practical strategies to make fitness feel fun and safe. This conversation is all about strengthening your confidence muscle by building some physical muscle, so you learn to do hard things in the gym AND in life. Here's to showing up for yourself, even—and especially—when you're nervous. We're now on YOUTUBE! ⁠Come hang! Connect with us on IG: ⁠@Overt_ThinkingPocast⁠ ⁠@KelsieMichelle_⁠ and ⁠@briannalamb

    32 min
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We women are S-tier over thinkers... Overt Thinking Podcast is where pop culture meets science, and we cut through the noise so you don’t have to. We dive into the buzz-worthy topics and real world situations women face in fitness, health, and the pursuit of being badass women in today's modern world. With unfiltered honesty and a touch of humor, we unpack it all so you can level up with facts, not fads!

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  • Creator
    Kelsie Michelle
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kelsie Michelle
  • Show Website
    Overt Thinking

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