Lift and Shine
The Lift and Shine Podcast was established to empower women who struggle with their weight and feelings of unworthiness, guiding them to become the best versions of themselves through health, fitness, and a transformative mindset shift. This episode features Coach C, also known as Charlotte Mazur—a former bartender and teacher who has undergone a remarkable personal transformation. Charlotte now supports women worldwide in their weight loss journeys, helping them shed between 15 to 100 pounds. Through her Level Up & Shine ONLINE program and her in-person retreats, she has the unique ability to profoundly change lives in ways previously thought unimaginable. With her unwavering dedication and passion for empowerment, Charlotte will address the daily challenges and struggles faced by women, offering practical solutions to overcome these obstacles. It’s time to step out of your shadows and truly shine!
Episodes
278 episodes
Ep. 276 - How I Stopped Binge Eating as a Fitness Trainer | Nervous System Regulation for Food Freedom
In this episode, I share my personal journey of overcoming binge eating as a fitness trainer — not through more willpower or another restrictive diet, but by learning how to regulate my central nervous system (CNS).Binge eating is...
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Ep. 275 - Part 2: Sustainable Weight Loss Journey: How I Broke the Cycle of Losing and Gaining Weight
Have you ever lost weight, only to gain it all back? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share my personal weight loss journey—how I dropped 30lbs, regained it, and then finally discovered a sustainable way to lose 20lbs and keep it off for go...
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Ep. 274 - Sustainable Weight Loss Journey: How I Broke the Cycle of Losing and Gaining Weight
Have you ever lost weight, only to gain it all back? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share my personal weight loss journey—how I dropped 30lbs, regained it, and then finally discovered a sustainable way to lose 20lbs and keep it off for go...
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Ep. 273 - Why Your Belly Fat Has Nothing to Do With Diet or Exercise (and What Really Causes It)
In this episode of Shine Bright Fitness Academy, Coach C uncovers the surprising truth about belly fat: it’s not about eating less or working out more. If you’ve been dieting, counting macros, or pushing harder in the gym but still str...
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Ep. 272 - Flip the Script - Turn Failure Into Progress
Do you ever catch yourself saying things like: ❌ “I failed this week.” ❌ “I didn’t do enough.” ❌ “I fell off track.”Here’s the truth → language matters. When you focus only on what went wrong, you trap yourself...
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Ep. 271 - Think Like a CEO, Train Like a Leader
Are you a woman entrepreneur, CEO, or fitness leader struggling with burnout and balance? In this episode, we dive into the mindset shifts every high-achieving woman needs to step into true CEO energy—not just in business, but in health ...
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Ep. 270 - You’re Not Lazy — You’re Just Dysregulated | How Stress & Nervous System Impact Weight Loss
If you’ve been beating yourself up for not having the willpower to work out, eat healthy, or stay consistent with your weight loss goals… this episode will change everything.You’re not lazy — you’re just dysregulated.In t...
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Ep. 269 - When the Body Aches, It's Speaking to You
That pain in your back, tension in your shoulders, or constant fatigue—it might not just be physical.In this episode, Coach C dives deep into how unprocessed emotions, trauma, and stress get stored in the body and show up as a...
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Ep. 268 - You're Not Lazy — You Just Need Better Systems for Weight Loss
If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just need more motivation,” this live is for you. In this session, we’re debunking the myth that you’re lazy or undisciplined. The truth? Most women don’t struggle because they lack willpower—t...
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Ep. 267 - Stop Waiting for Motivation: How to Build Momentum & Win Your Week
Are you stuck in the “I’ll start tomorrow” loop? In this episode, Coach C dives into the truth about motivation—and why waiting to feel ready is what’s keeping you stuck.You'll learn:Why motivation is overrated (and ...
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Ep. 266 - Silence the Noise: Take Back Control of Your Emotions & Your Workout
In this empowering solo episode, Coach C reminds you that you don’t need to be at the mercy of external pressure, chaotic thoughts, or emotional overwhelm. You are in control.Through simple mindset shifts and intentional movemen...
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Ep. 265 - Coach C Unfiltered: The Weight You're Carrying Isn’t Just Physical
In this raw and real episode, Coach C gets honest about what most fitness programs completely miss: the emotional weight behind physical weight.She shares her own story of looking “fine” on the outside while breaking inside — and why tru...
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Ep. 264 - It's Not Your Hormones...
In this episode, Coach C gets real about the one thing that’s silently shaping your weight loss results: your mindset.If you’ve ever said… 👉 “I’ll feel better once I lose the weight” 👉 “I just need more disciplin...
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Ep. 263 - How My Clients Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss (Without Hustling Harder)
In this episode, Coach C breaks down the real reason high-achieving women struggle with sustainable weight loss — and it’s not because they lack discipline.You’ll learn why your nervous system plays a bigger role in fat loss than any fad...
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Ep. 262 - Surrendering Perfection – The Hidden Key to Sustainable Weight Loss
In this episode, Coach C dives into the real reason so many high-achieving women struggle with weight loss — the need to be perfect.If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right — long workouts, clean eating, pushing ha...
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Ep. 261 - You’re Not Realizing This—And That’s Why You’re Overweight
In this episode, Coach C, dive deep into the real reason you might still be struggling with your weight—and it’s not just about food or exercise. It’s about the emotional and mental weight you’re carrying every day.If you'r...
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Ep. 260 - The Power of Daily Routine: Why Weekends Can't Be a Free-for-All
In this episode, Coach C unpacks the real secret behind lasting weight loss and mental clarity: having a routine that doesn't take weekends off. While most people "clock out" Friday night, Coach C explains how those two days can either keep you...
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Ep. 259 - This May not be Your Season to Lose Weight
In this episode, we’re flipping the script on what progress really looks like.If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated with the scale, or like you're just not “on it” right now—this is your permission slip to breathe....
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Ep. 258 - Tunnel Vision: Staying Focused on Weight Loss Despite Distractions
Coach C helps women leaders lose weight by transforming their relationship with food—without adding hours to their already hectic schedules. 🌟She also hosts transformative retreats where women can let go of the past and release an...
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Ep. 257 - Breaking Out of the Norm & Becoming Your True Self (feat. Becky Sternberg)
Ever feel like you're living a life that was scripted for you — not by you?In this powerful episode, Coach C is joined by one of her business coaching clients, Becky Sternberg, for a real and raw conversation about what it takes t...
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Ep. 256 - Why Fitness Challenges May Not Be Working For You
Are you tired of starting fitness challenges full of motivation… only to fizzle out by Day 5?In this episode, Coach C break down why most fitness challenges aren’t designed for real, lasting change — and what to do instead. Coac...
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Ep. 255 - The Illusion of Getting There
Coach C is joined by one of her incredible, life transformative host from her Level Up & Shine retreat. Coach Katt and Coach C discuss 'The Illusion of Getting There'. How to truly enjoy the ride before reaching your goal, despite the ups a...
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Ep. 254 - Why Long Workouts Might Be Sabotaging Your Fat Loss
When it comes to fat loss, more isn’t always better. Long, exhausting workouts can actually spike stress hormones like cortisol, causing your body to hold onto belly fat and stall progress. Overtraining leads to burnout, cravings, and frustrati...
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Ep. 253 - Mind Over Muffin Top: The Mental Shift You Need to See Results
In this episode, Coach C breaks down the real reason many high-achieving women struggle to see results — and it’s not their workout or meal plan. It’s their mindset.You’ll learn:How perfectionism and all-or-nothing t...
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Ep. 252 - What to Eat When You Have No Time (and Still Want Results)
Coach C helps women leaders lose weight by transforming their relationship with food—without adding hours to their already hectic schedules. 🌟She also hosts transformative retreats where women can let go of the past and release an...
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