All That Glitters

Today, I share my interview on the PT Profit Podcast, with host Beverley Simpson.  “Dive into this deeply insightful episode of the PT Profit Podcast, where I have the pleasure of chatting with Coach Kate-Ann Michelle. Kate provides us with a unique exploration into the transformative power of her 'deep work'. Sharing her own personal journey, she reveals how this practice has made a lasting impact on her life and the lives of her clients. Kate's story of resilience, following a career-ending basketball injury, is truly inspiring. She opens up about her struggles and the self-discovery that followed. Learn how she challenges her clients to confront their limiting beliefs and develop effective stress management strategies. Hear from Kate herself about her personal rituals for emotional processing and clarity, underscoring the importance of movement, writing, and introspection. Join us for this enriching journey into the world of deep work, providing valuable insights for fitness professionals and

Today, I speak with Ryan Conley, a fireman, International elite powerlifter, and an Anger Management & Strength coach. I’ve worked with him personally on understanding movement patterns and proper programming. He’s also competed in karate, mixed martial arts, and wrestling, so Ryan is a wealth of knowledge about sports competition. He is also working towards his Master’s degree in exercise physiology.  We talk about: -transgender athletes in sport -fairness in sport -differences in genders in sport -going through puberty -biological differences -changes after hormonal supplementation -litigation in the sport of powerlifting -cultural trends Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 4:21 gender identity and sex identity 7:45 regulations in different sports 13:15 males and females in competition 14:25 the political agenda or sports 16:35 studies in sports and gender 20:01 gender transitions 25:30 weaponizing empathy 30:02 permanent changes 34:34 Olympic athlete survey 39:31 looking at the science 45:10 cultural tre

Today, I sit down with coach Joanne Peters for a Coach’s Q&A. Theses are sessions I do to help mentor other coaches level up the quality of services they offer and help them communicate more effectively with their clients to overcome mental hurdles and self-imposed limits, and truly help them transform their lives. If I can help other coaches help their clients, it compounds my mission.  We talk about: -It’s never too late -exercise for mental health -discomfort necessary for growth -desiring a smaller body -incompetence to mastery -being resourceful and open-minded -setting personal boundaries -the prison of perfectionism Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 4:20 thinking your way out of a mental problem 8:50 growth and comfort 11:50 women don’t need to be tiny 20:50 self-sabotaging behavior 26:14 accessing your own information 32:20 framework  for having tough conversations with clients 41:00 reverse engineering confidence 49:50 clients with the martyr syndrome 56:17 evidence shows people what is possible

Today, I speak with Sam Miller, author, podcast host, founder of Metabolism School. He educated other coaches about metabolic function and hormonal issues. He talks about what lead him to become an expert in hormonal health and why he is so passionate about helping others avoid the pitfalls he went through.  We talk about: -finding answers through functional medicine -the truth about PCOS -being more than your diagnosis -shifting lifestyle behaviors -the impact of birth control -improving health post-birth control Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 3:40 finding answers outside of western medicine 9:45 PCOS 14:40 criteria to be diagnosed with PCOS 21:40 lifestyle management  27:53 birth control and women’s health 42:50 unintended side effects of birth control CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/levluptraining TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaita

Today, I share my interview on Andrew Coates podcast, Lift Free and Diet Hard. This episode could have easily been titled "Mindset Mastery" but it fails to grasp the intelligence and depth behind this conversation. We explore and challenge our fundamental beliefs systems and the emotional underpinnings of our decision making. I explains her philosophy of investing in skill development as the best return on investment. This episode should make you think, challenge how you allocate your time in your career, and challenge you to ask better questions to create greater client impact. We talk about: -where coaches struggle with mindset  -missing out on the work -emotions behind decisions -choosing your pain & suffering -money mindset -acquiring new skills -betting on yourself  Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 1:55 coaches struggling with mindset 9:03 buying decisions  17:30 challenging belief systems 21:40 arbitrary limits around money 32:10 being afraid to invest in business 41:40 doing things you a

Today, I speak with Aram Grigorian, nutrition coach and co-host of Other Side Lifestyle Podcast. He’s been on the podcast many times, and today we are talking about opinions we may have had of the industry but have changed over time. Adam and I always have great conversations, and this is no exception! We talk about: -logic versus emotion -value of social media -running an in-person event -Are you really in a deficit? -losing weight versus losing fat -choosing hard things  -Andrew Tate -being in tune with you actions -attaining mastery -finding what you value Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 2:00 the “grey” of science  4:23 differences between how men & women think 8:24 lessons learned from networking 13:30 quality of quantity 19:30 rethinking your dogma 26:05 calorie deficits and fat loss 32:16 fitness that fits the long term 37:10 balancing work load 39:20 controlling impulses 50:01 when to keep working 58:12 unconscious mastery 61:05 lean into resistance 71:03 finding what you value CONNECT WITH KAIT

Today, I speak with Adison Barnhart, a dietician who helps women ditch dieting, feel normal & in control around food, and gain their life back while living a fit, healthy lifestyle. This is Adison’s  second time on the podcast, and as a non-diet dietitian, she talks about her past experience as an athlete and bodybuilder who was stuck in the harmful dieting cycle.  We talk about: -moving away from tracking -working through fear -wishing to look a certain way -curating your social media content -avoiding extremes -body positivity -breaking free from old food habits -accepting a larger body -asking for help Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 1:56 letting go of tracking 7:26 changing habits around tracking 12:45 speaking to people who feel like they have to track 15:01 working towards health and not a look 22:45 encouraging moderation 23:36 body positivity and health 30:59 commonalities with food struggles and body size 38:05 dealing with body changes CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannm

Today, I speak with the LevlUp Team: Kaity, Haley, and Nick! We cover a variety of topics including common questions from our clients. If you want to submit a question for our next Roundtable, DM any us using the links below! We talk about: -chop sticks for weight loss -mindfulness around eating -the problem with hustle culture -High Value Men hot takes -raising others up without tearing each other down -giving without expectations -holding yourself accountable Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 2:30 mindfulness around speed of eating 9:15 the hustle culture 11:55 relationships & Andrew Tate 21:20 working together in community 34:02 modern relationships  36:05 biggest pet peeves 41:54 this or that CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/levluptraining TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaitannmichelle Email List: First Dibs on Freebies and Tips! Tw

Today, I speak with Bob Kupniewski, teacher, chef, and coach who is currently working towards his MBA. After competing in three bodybuilding shows, he took his passion for communicating and applied it to health and nutrition. Join us in our conversation about working with clients and overcoming mindset issues. We talk about the pitfalls of surface level solutions and how we coach people through setting long term goals.  We talk about: -overcoming mindset roadblocks -establishing boundaries with clients -playing a long-term game -refusing to be a victim  -discipline adherence techniques -communication is key -giving yourself permission to suck -having the confidence to change -the upper limit theory Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 3:28 common mindset roadblocks 13:45 discipline adherence techniques  17:45 bears and foxes 22:15 communication is key 29:55 creating a false narrative 36:46 helping clients think differently 40:01 the power of journaling 49:34 the upper limit theory  55:00 shame and failure 62:00 

Today, I speak with Dr. Josh Smith, a Psychologist specializing in chronic illness, pain, relationships, boundaries & communication. We talks about topics ranging from childhood trauma versus childhood experiences, attachment styles, and navigating difficult conversations. This is my second interview with Josh and we got go even deeper than we did with our first conversation! We talk about: -variations of trauma -childhood trauma -attachment styles and feeling safe -beliefs versus reality -finding the pressure points of a relationship -growth through discomfort -exposing vulnerabilities -accommodators and narcissist  -narcissistic traits versus being a toxic narcissist  Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 2:01 defining trauma 4:43 experiences in childhood 11:10 hidden trauma and feeling safe 18:45 communicating around different experiences 25:30 meaning what you say 32:10 having uncomfortable conversations 36:00 being vulnerable 41:30 relationship patterns of accommodators and narcissists  46:45 creating a

Today, I speak with Doll a mom, who shares her story about the battles that a lot of moms face, and how she overcame them. We hear how her life changed because she gave herself permission to prioritize herself and her health. I know so many moms will be able to relate to Doll’s journey! You don’t want to miss this interview! We talk about: -prioritizing your health -breaking the cycle -making health a lifestyle -looking for validation -mom guilt -how children learn from their parents -interactions with social media Time Stamps: 1:00 introduction 3:05 psychology behind yo-yo dieting 6:50 finding your true why 10:00 shooting from external to internal fulfillment 15:45 feminism and motherhood 17:38 escaping mom guilt 23:23 children learning from watching 25:57 social media shifting perceptions 34:30 using the knowledge 35:45 advice for moms CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: :

Today, I speak with Kevin Wathey, a life and business strategist, pioneering the future of entrepreneurship through systems, psychology, and technology. We go deep into the entrepreneur mindset, defining your own success, as well as spirituality and religion. Kevin shares his experience with the death of his mother when he was seventeen and how that impacted his life.  We talk about: -aligning goals and actions -goals versus targets -success outside of material things -finding what’s meaningful -aligning your thought process -multi-potentiality  -dealing with loss at an early age -using conflict to grow   Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 1:39 bringing awareness to action 3:40 goals versus targets 8:39 working on the infinite game 13:03 redefining success 17:02 what do you find meaningful? 19:50 religion and spirituality 25:01 avoiding shiny objects 28:05 the fear of death 32:50 trusting your gut 38:48 losing a mom at 17 42:30 how his life perspective has changed over time 46:04 what you resist, persists CONN

Today, I’m sharing the conversation I had with Andrew Coates and Bailey Lau on their podcast, Forever Strength. We talk about mindset and deconstructing the narratives that keep us stuck in place. We explore developing aspirational identity and much more on the journey through the power of mindset change for lifestyle change.  We talk about: -giving yourself permission -emotional decision making -the power of choice -longterm change -permission and acceptance -emotional decision making -discipline is freedom -commitment versus interest -exceeding your “upper limit’   Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 3:34 journey through mindset 11:55 doing something difficult 17:02 giving people choice 20:30 changing who you are to change your life 25:10 creating your Why 30:15 starting with mindset 35:00 planning and having routine  38:55 sandbagging to avoid hard things 43:19 the changing mindset of a beginner 45:37 struggles of advanced lifters 49:40 going in over-confident 52:20 knowing how to talk to clients CONNECT WIT

Today, I have another conversation with Nick Krantz, Men’s Transformation coach with Team Level Up. Nick and I talk about the process of bringing on new clients and how we treat each one individually. With his background in neuroscience, Nick has so much knowledge to share.  We talk about: -realistic expectations -neuroscience -escaping the comparison game -showing up as the best version of you -the need for specificity -planning for the long game -creating problems for yourself -failing to learn   Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 2:44 self-limiting beliefs 8:30 be selfish to be selfless  16:10 self-sabotaging behaviors 24:00 the myth of balance 28:45 what is hard? 39:23 choosing to do hard things 48:54 ready is a lie 54:13 reframing failure CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/levluptraining TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaitannmichelle Email

Today, we are sharing my talk at the Real Coaches Summit 2023. Speaking at the Real Coached Summit was a great experience! I spoke on coaching different personality types and the real reasons behind self-sabotage.  We talk about: -Kait’s background in coaching -coaching different personality types -underlying concepts of self-sabotage -helping clients set boundaries in their personal life -The Four Fears -getting feedback from clients -self-talk   Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 5:20 what is behind self-sabotage 8:52 thoughts and emotions 12:40 changing for the long term 17:35 coaching different personalities 24:40 the four fears 33:07 creating upper limits 34:28 Minnesota Starvation Experiment 37:20 health over aesthetics 42:05 thinking about true costs 48:05 validating concerns of clients CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/levluptraining Ti

Today, we are replaying an interview I did with Mike Millner on his podcast, Mindset One Macros. We discuss the ways we can level up our internal game to improve your external results. This conversation isn't just about mindset concepts. It's about actionable ways to shift your identity, get connected with your future self, and make more decisions in alignment with the person you want to become. This is an episode that you may want to listen to twice to fully absorb the mindset mastery! We talk about: -discovering your true identity -pursuit of fulfillment -everyone has trauma  -rediscovering your sense of self -difficult doesn’t equate valuable -emotional state not determining your actions -living in the moment   Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 5:44 facing an identity shift 13:20 catalyst to launching my business 15:49 going from blind spot to aware 23:05 finding balance between effort and obsession 27:50 can things be effortless? 32:45 relationship with failure 40:25 growth and comfort 43:00 knowin

Today, I speak with Nick Krantz, Men’s transformation coach who helps dads become become physically fit & mentally unstoppable. He is also the Male Transformation Specialist for Team LevlUp! We talk about the common patterns we see with men as they go through different stages of life, and the common struggles they have.  We talk about: -fear of asking questions -dealing with ego -struggles with identity -breaking down big goals -playing the long goal -labeling & expressing emotions Time Stamps:  1:00 introduction 2:50 common struggles for men 5:50 biggest differences between men and women 9:30 asking for help 19:36 building confidence 27:44 focusing on the journey 32:25 emotions men experience CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/levluptraining TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaitannmichelle Email List: First Dibs on Freebies and Tips!

Today, I speak with my client, Alexa, about her experiences yo-yo dieting, struggles in the gaining/losing weight cycle, and how she finally broke free. She talks about how she has shifted from being obsessed with fitness and food to leading a normal, balanced life. We talk about: -getting started with health and fitness -controlling food in her youth -recovering from cancer -hiding food and bingeing -fitness obsession -avoiding the victim mindset -testing boundaries with foods Time Stamps: 1:00 introduction 5:35 using fitness to hide disordered eating 10:01 being a tomboy 14:48 relationship with food during university 18:17 becoming obsessed with fitness 30:29 falling into bulimia 41:03 taking extreme ownership 46:44 where she is now 58:25 posting on social media 69:25 advice for listeners CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/levluptraining TikT

Today, I speak with Angela, a mom of two boys who works full time in case management in probation. Angela shares the story of how she started her health and fitness journey when she gained weight after the death of her father. She began in a diabetes group and lost almost 50 pounds, but knew she was just getting started. Eventually she joined a gym and then started working with me after finding me on Instagram. We talk about: -death of a parent -being a wallflower -taking charge of your life -eating your feelings -avoiding diabetes -failure of short-term plans -future goals and plans Time Stamps: 1:00 introduction 3:04 struggles with confidence 5:21 changes in Angela’s life 10:54 affections of moving as a child 17:20 Weight Watchers 24:59 feeling out of control 27:27 current relationship with food and looking to the future CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebo

Today, I speak with Danielle Brenny, and in a twist of events, she is interviewing me! We will definitely be sharing Danielle’s story at some point, but we thought this was a great opportunity fro her to ask me questions about my journey. We talk about: -My “ah ha” moment -knowing what you need to do -ditching self-sabotaging behavior -using future frames -working with competitors -psychological adaptations of competitors -food rules and fear foods -current athletic goals Time Stamps: 1:00 introduction 1:30 Kait’s breaking point 4:48 how Kait changed her mentality 11:26 dealing with setbacks 15:34 dealing with fears 22:40 aesthetics and health 24:48 coaching competitors 28:15 food rules 31:28 disordered eating and competing 38:04 hardest parts of the journey CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Team LevelUp: https://www.instagram.com/team.levlup/ Email: Kait@levluptraining.com Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/levluptraining TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaita