Strength To Build
Join me as I simplify the confusing world of fitness and provide you with the most effective training methods for achieving your best results. From solo episodes to interviews with athletes, coaches, and specialists in strength and conditioning, therapy, and nutrition, we've got you covered. Tune in for expert advice, inspiration, and motivation to reach your fitness goals. Let's train smarter, not harder!
Episodes
72 episodes
Junk Volume Is Killing Your Results —Here’s What to Do Instead
Ep 72: If you’ve been stuck doing more and more exercises without seeing better results, you might be wasting time on junk volume. In this episode, we break down exactly how to use training volume to build muscle and strength efficient...
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Episode 72
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40:44
Strength vs. Sweat: Why You Don’t Need to Be Exhausted Or Sore to Burn Fat
Ep 71: In this episode of Strength to Build, Chelsey dives into why strength training is a far more effective approach for fat loss and sustainable results than constant high-intensity cardio. You’ll learn what a “good workout”
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Episode 71
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41:31
Leah Van Dale: Redefining Strength After WWE, Miscarriage & Motherhood
Ep 70: In this powerful and personal episode, I sit down with Leah Van Dale — former WWE superstar, NFL cheerleader, entrepreneur, and soon-to-be mom of two — to talk about the real ...
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Episode 70
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58:40
How Movement, Mindset, and Self-Care Helped Miranda McKeon Face Breast Cancer at 19
Ep 69: In this episode of Strength To Build, Chelsey sits down with actress, breast cancer survivor, and recent college grad - Miranda McKeon for an honest conversation about how her approach to health, fitness, and mental re...
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Episode 69
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48:54
Life Update, Pregnancy Story & Postpartum Workout Plan
Ep 68: In this episode of the Strength To Build Podcast, Chelsey shares her birthing story + gives advice on things to take to the hospital. She also talks about postpartum recovery after her emergency C-Section + the focus and timeline of her ...
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Episode 68
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42:47
AMA: How To Stop Building Muscle In Upper Body, Tips To Break Through A Plateau, How Long Until Creatine Works and More!
Ep 67: In this Q&A episode, I’m answering some of your questions that seem to be coming from women who are training smart, eating intentionally, and still feeling a little stuck. If you’ve ever wondered how to *pause* those upper body gains...
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Episode 67
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35:23
How To Stay On Track When Life Gets Busy
Ep 66: In today's episode Chelsey is walking you through how to stay consistent with your fitness goals when life isn’t ideal, without falling into the all-or-nothing trap. Life, work, family, social events, and finances will ALWAYS find...
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Episode 66
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34:27
The Truth About Calories: Why Eating More Can Help You Lose Weight
Ep 65: In this episode of Strength to Build, Chelsey breaks down one of the most misunderstood concepts in fitness and nutrition: why eating more can actually help you lose fat. If you've been stuck in a low-calorie loop—feeli...
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Episode 65
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33:29
Building a Fitness Empire with Carrie Minter Ebers of Carrie's Pilates Plus
Ep 64: In today’s episode, I’m joined by Carrie Minter Ebers — founder of Carrie's Pilates Plus, entrepreneur, and fitness industry trailblazer. Carrie talks to us about her upbringing and her unexpected journey into business ownership, what it...
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Episode 64
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53:05
Balancing Your Body: Hormones, Gut Health, and Fertility Made Simple with Stefanie Adler
Ep 63: In today’s episode, I’m joined by holistic nutritionist and fertility expert Stefanie Adler for an empowering conversation about women’s wellness at every stage. We dive into what true hormone health looks like, how to support your cycle...
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Episode 63
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1:45:10
Cycle Syncing, Barbell Squats vs. Leg Press Machine, How Long To Be In A Cut, How To Incorporate Classes & More!
Ep 62: In today's Ask Me Anything Episode, I’m answering your most recent questions—from syncing your training with your cycle to making the most of classes like OrangeTheory and F45, and how to keep training while traveling. Here’s...
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Episode 62
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42:37
7 Mistakes Keeping You From Seeing Results in the Gym
Ep 61: In this episode of Strength to Build, Chelsey talks about the seven most common mistakes women make in the gym that stop them from seeing real results. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like your workouts just aren’t wor...
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Episode 61
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45:21
Mastering Smart Strength Training and Building a Successful Personal Training Career with Chris Hitchko
Ep 60: In today's episode, Chelsey sits down with Chris Hitchko, her mentor and the founder of Show Up Fitness and author of "
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Episode 60
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How To Eat For Fat Loss Without Feeling Deprived
Ep 59: In this episode Chelsey announces that her app is finally LIVE! You can download it here. She goes over a few new things she's loving from a new simple high protein meal, her fav non alcoholic...
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Episode 59
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46:46
Mastering Time Management, Strategic Planning & Career Growth with Amelia Duran-Stanton
Ep 58: In this episode, I sit down with Amelia Duran-Stanton, a military officer, educator, and expert in time management, strategic planning, and career advancement. With a background in the military since age 17, a doctorate in ...
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Episode 58
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58:37
From Overwhelmed to Empowered: My Client's 7-Month Online Fitness Journey
Ep 57: Feeling frustrated with your fitness progress? Struggling to see results despite working out? You’re not alone. My guest today is a client of mine and she shares her powerful transformation—from feeling lost in the gym to building streng...
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Episode 57
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1:00:46
Pain with Sex, Back Pain & Core Weakness: The Hidden Signs of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Active Women
Ep 56: Did you know that even the fittest women can struggle with pelvic floor dysfunction? Whether you're an active woman, preparing for birth, recovering postpartum, or dealing with unexplained back pain, core weakness, or pain with sex—your ...
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Episode 56
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53:09
How to Build Muscle & Get Strong Without Looking Bulky
Ep 55: In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into what actually causes a bulky appearance, why strength training alone won’t make you “big,” and how to build lean, strong muscle without unwanted size.I’ll break down:✔️ Wh...
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Episode 55
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39:50
AMA: Sprint Interval Training Routine, Benefits Of Creatine, When To Work Through Muscle Soreness & More.
Ep 54: In this episode, Chelsey hosts an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session where she provides updates on her personal life, including her pregnancy journey and home improvements. She answers a variety of listener questions ranging from fitness and ...
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Episode 54
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44:13
The "Everyday Girls" Guide to Nutrition, Performance, Recovery & Hormones with Emily Dow
Ep 53: In this episode of the Strength To Build Podcast, we sit down with Emily Dow, a Ph.D. candidate in Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, to discuss her expertise in nutriti...
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Episode 53
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1:03:43
Gut Health, Digestion Hacks & Nutrition Tips with Alexandrea Elman
Ep 52: In this episode, I sit down with Alexandrea Elman, a health coach with an incredible journey of overcoming gut health struggles, navigating early menopause, and breaking free from fitness and diet trends. After years of battling u...
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Episode 52
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56:51
The Fat Loss Formula: What Actually Works & What’s a Waste of Time
Ep 51: If you’ve been trying to lose fat but feel stuck, confused, or frustrated, this episode is for you. In this episode of the Strength To Build Podcast, Chelsey breaks down the real fat loss formula—no short cuts, no extreme diets, a...
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Episode 51
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44:11
How to Master Your Morning: A Look At My Exact Morning Routine
Ep 50: Join Chelsey in this episode of the Strength to Build Podcast as she dives deep into her meticulously planned morning routine, sharing everything from her alarm clock sound to an example of one of her morning workouts. Chelsey reflects o...
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Episode 50
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52:50
AMA: Protein Packed Lunch Ideas, Knee Pain Tips, Second Trimester Workout Considerations, Alcohol and Weight Loss and More.
Ep 49: In this "Ask Me Anything" episode, Chelsey covers a wide range of topics to help listeners enhance their workouts & daily meals. She starts by sharing her thoughts on the recent TikTok ban and her Kindle reading experience (!!!) then...
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Episode 49
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47:34
AMA: Fat Loss Tips, F45 Weight Gain Explained, Stair Master vs. Sprints, and More
Ep 48: In this week's episode, Chelsey dives into the chaos happening in Los Angeles due to the recent fires, shares her tips on visualization and goal setting, and answers 5 listener questions for this weeks "Ask Me Anything" Episode.1...
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Episode 48
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47:30