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Fuel Your Finish with Lisa Nelson
A science-backed, no-fluff podcast for runners and fitness enthusiasts who want to stop guessing and start fueling smarter. Hosted by registered dietitian ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and four‑time Boston Marathon finisher.
Each episode combines motivation and mindset with proven nutrition and performance strategies so you can fuel your body, optimize your mindset, and finally follow through on your fitness goals—whether that’s crossing a marathon finish line or simply showing up stronger in daily life.
Fuel Your Finish with Lisa Nelson
The Habit Shift: How to Make This Your Healthiest Year Yet
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Many people start the new year with big goals—only to feel burned out or discouraged a few weeks later. In this episode, Lisa Nelson breaks down why extreme resolutions often fail and how small, consistent habits lead to lasting results.
Lisa walks you through how to envision your goals, identify the habits that actually move the needle, and remove the barriers that keep you stuck. This episode is all about sustainability, self-awareness, and creating momentum—without perfection or restriction.
Whether your goal is improving your nutrition, running stronger, sleeping better, or building healthier routines overall, this episode will help you approach the new year with clarity, balance, and confidence.
This conversation covers:
- Why consistency beats motivation and extremes
- How to set goals and celebrate progress
- Identifying 1–3 habits that make the biggest difference
- Overcoming common barriers like time, scrolling, and burnout
- Replacing unhelpful habits with realistic alternatives
What You Will Learn:
- Why extreme goals lead to burnout
- How small habits drive lasting results
- How to remove barriers to consistency
- Simple strategies to stay motivated—even when you don’t feel like it
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & New Year Mindset
01:00 – Resolutions vs. Sustainable Habits
02:30 – Visualizing Your Health & Life Goals
04:15 – Celebrating Progress (Not Just the Finish Line)
05:30 – Identifying 1–3 Key Habits
06:45 – Why We Avoid the Habits We Need Most
08:15 – Time, Sleep, Food Prep & Real-Life Barriers
10:00 – Scrolling, Distraction & Energy Drain
11:30 – Replacing Habits Without Restriction
13:00 – Motivation vs. Action
14:15 – Setting Realistic, Sustainable Goals
15:00 – Final Encouragement & Next Steps
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