Setting boundaries during the holidays can feel uncomfortable—but it’s also one of the most powerful things you can do for your physical and mental well-being. In this episode, Manders, Kelly, and Kelsey unpack how to navigate food, family, and social pressure while staying true to your goals. They share real-life examples, practical boundary-setting strategies, and mindset shifts to help you enjoy the season without guilt or burnout.

The holiday season is meant to be enjoyed, not endured. Here’s how to stay grounded, healthy, and happy without letting perfectionism or guilt take the wheel.

Food noise is that constant chatter about food that leaves you guilty, stressed, or stuck in diet rules. In this Black Iron Blog, coaches Maggie, Jess, and Brooke unpack what food noise is, why it happens, and the strategies you can use to finally quiet it.

In this blog post, we’re breaking down the latest episode of Black Iron Radio, where coaches Ryann, Christin, and Maggie tackle one of the most common (and misunderstood) parts of the nutrition journey: cravings. From stress snacking and PMS cravings to navigating office treats and nighttime munchies, this conversation explores why cravings happen and how to manage them without guilt or deprivation. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle or wondered how to handle cravings without blowing your progress, this episode is packed with practical tips, mindset shifts, and a whole lot of real talk.

In this blog post, we’re diving into highlights from our latest episode of Black Iron Radio, where coaches Lauren, Chelsea, and Brooke explore why baking is about so much more than just making treats. From family traditions and freezer-friendly hacks to ditching food guilt and finding joy in the process, this episode is a reminder that baking can be nourishing in more ways than one. Whether you’re baking sourdough from scratch or just enjoying the meditative rhythm of scooping cookie dough, this conversation is a celebration of creativity, connection, and slowing down.

In this blog post, we’re diving into key takeaways from our latest podcast episode on food guilt. We break down the conversation with actionable strategies to help you shift your mindset, break free from guilt, and develop a healthier relationship with food. If this resonates with you, be sure to check out the full episode for an even more in-depth discussion!

Using the term ‘cheat meal’ can create an unhealthy relationship with food, leading to guilt and an all-or-nothing mindset. Learn how adopting a more flexible approach to eating can help you enjoy your favorite foods without the need for ‘cheating.’

Looking back on my journey, I can pinpoint several transformative shifts that allowed me to reclaim control over my relationship with food. Each change didn't happen overnight, but was a gradual process of learning, unlearning, and healing. Having a coach by my side was invaluable, providing the guidance, support, and perspective I needed to navigate these complexities.

In my work, both at the hospital and with my clients here at BIN, it really strikes me how much emotion and guilt surround the foods we eat, making us “good” or “bad” people in any given moment. We've been conditioned into a world that treats food as an "indulgence" to be restrained, instead of something we literally need to survive, live our best life, and yes, achieve the goals we want to achieve, whatever they may be. So, how do you break that cycle of guilt when everyone around you, in the media, on the internet, and maybe even in your own circle, is pushing that on you?