But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “Lifestyle Change”

Episode 77: Taking a GLP-1? Don’t Skip These 5 Habits!

Danielle Rancourt, RD — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500

GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy can be game-changers for weight loss — but they’re not magic. In this episode, we break down 5 lifestyle changes that actually help you keep the weight off long term.

We cover:

GLP-1 overview
Why strength training is non-negotiable
Getting enough protein
Why skipping meals can backfire
The role of mindset and your relationship with food
The long game: What to do after the meds

If you’re on a GLP-1 or considering it, this is a must-listen!

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Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

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Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

Episode 45: 7 things my social media manager learned working for an RD

Danielle Rancourt, RD — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0600

One year ago I found out I was pregnant, so it only made sense to hire a social media manager to ensure I had consistent content during the roller coaster ride that comes with pregnancy. In this episode, Kaylie shares how working for a registered dietitian empowered her to make small changes that helped her feel better than she has in years!

In this episode:

Coffee is not a meal
Importance of eating enough
Impact of protein
Importance of sustainable habits
Planning ahead
Favorite recipes
Taking imperfect action

Guest: Kaylie Ricks
Kaylie Ricks is the CEO of Run Away with Kay, a virtual assistance business specializing in social media management, copywriting, and digital marketing. She is also the host of The Accidental Entrepreneur podcast. When she’s not traveling the world, she is serving her clients (ambitious women) by helping them get back their time so they can fully embrace their inner CEO and build their empire. Kaylie is an avid traveler, coffee addict, and your biggest hype girl.

Find Kaylie on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayliericks12/
Work with Kaylie: https://www.instagram.com/runawaywithkay/
Email: hello@runawaywithkay.com

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

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Episode 21: Beyond the scale: Claire Herland's Success Story

Danielle Rancourt, RD — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0600

Claire is a 60 year old woman who just wanted to lose weight to feel better. Sound familiar? In this episode, Claire and I discuss her breakup with the scale, her perseverance after nearly giving up and the simple lifestyle habits that made a huge impact on how she feels today; healthy, energized, accepting of her body and excited for the future!

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
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