web01.fireside.fm Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:05:05 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “Nutrition” https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/tags/nutrition Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. en-us episodic Mindset, Nutrition & Sustainable Fat Loss for Women Danielle Rancourt, RD I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. no fat loss, sustainable weight loss, nutrition, dietitian, mindset, women’s health, metabolism, sports nutrition, weight loss coaching, healthy habits Danielle Rancourt, RD dani@danitherd.com Episode 93: We Ate 1200 Calories for a Day… That Was Long Enough https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/93 b399eaa0-2c68-45bd-833c-30b520646b9c Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Weight loss dietitians Dani and Sam put the “1200 calorie diet” to the test by following a fully planned day of eating to see what it actually feels like. They share how it impacted their hunger, energy, and mindset—and why eating too little can lead to constant food thoughts and overeating. If you feel stuck in a restrict → overeat cycle, this episode will help you understand why and what to do instead. 43:06 no Someone once told me, ‘I’ve been eating 1200 calories for 2 years and I’m not losing weight!’” That statement sparked this entire episode. As dietitians, we hear this all the time—so Sam and I decided to put it to the test. We each followed a fully planned, measured 1200-calorie day to see what it actually feels like—physically and mentally. What we found wasn’t just hunger. It was constant food thoughts, a scarcity mindset before the day even started, and already thinking about what to eat next before the day was even over. In this episode, we break down: Why 1200 calories is nearly impossible to hit consistently without strict planning What it actually feels like to eat that little (physically + mentally) How “food noise” increases when you’re under-eating The “last supper” and “I earned this” mindset that leads to overeating Why volume eating only goes so far How this cycle keeps people stuck (restrict → overeat → repeat) We also share exactly what we ate, how we felt throughout the day, and why eating as much as possible (while still in a deficit) is key for sustainable fat loss. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like “nothing is working”… this episode will give you a whole new perspective. Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani: https://www.instagram.com/danitherd/ https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/ Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/ 1200 calorie diet, why 1200 calories doesn’t work, eating too little weight loss, food noise dieting, binge restrict cycle, sustainable weight loss, calorie deficit explained, women’s fat loss, fat loss plateau, under eating and metabolism, diet mindset, volume eating Someone once told me, ‘I’ve been eating 1200 calories for 2 years and I’m not losing weight!’”

That statement sparked this entire episode.

As dietitians, we hear this all the time—so Sam and I decided to put it to the test.

We each followed a fully planned, measured 1200-calorie day to see what it actually feels like—physically and mentally.

What we found wasn’t just hunger.

It was constant food thoughts, a scarcity mindset before the day even started, and already thinking about what to eat next before the day was even over.

In this episode, we break down:

  • Why 1200 calories is nearly impossible to hit consistently without strict planning
  • What it actually feels like to eat that little (physically + mentally)
  • How “food noise” increases when you’re under-eating
  • The “last supper” and “I earned this” mindset that leads to overeating
  • Why volume eating only goes so far
  • How this cycle keeps people stuck (restrict → overeat → repeat)

We also share exactly what we ate, how we felt throughout the day, and why eating as much as possible (while still in a deficit) is key for sustainable fat loss.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like “nothing is working”… this episode will give you a whole new perspective.

Host:
Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani:
https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/

https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD
https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/

]]> Someone once told me, ‘I’ve been eating 1200 calories for 2 years and I’m not losing weight!’”

That statement sparked this entire episode.

As dietitians, we hear this all the time—so Sam and I decided to put it to the test.

We each followed a fully planned, measured 1200-calorie day to see what it actually feels like—physically and mentally.

What we found wasn’t just hunger.

It was constant food thoughts, a scarcity mindset before the day even started, and already thinking about what to eat next before the day was even over.

In this episode, we break down:

  • Why 1200 calories is nearly impossible to hit consistently without strict planning
  • What it actually feels like to eat that little (physically + mentally)
  • How “food noise” increases when you’re under-eating
  • The “last supper” and “I earned this” mindset that leads to overeating
  • Why volume eating only goes so far
  • How this cycle keeps people stuck (restrict → overeat → repeat)

We also share exactly what we ate, how we felt throughout the day, and why eating as much as possible (while still in a deficit) is key for sustainable fat loss.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like “nothing is working”… this episode will give you a whole new perspective.

Host:
Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani:
https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/

https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD
https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/

]]> Episode 87: NEW (2026) Dietary Guidelines for Americans: Pros, Cons and Dietitian Thoughts https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/87 f5417780-dbd6-439b-975a-11990b675e5b Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans are out and the food pyramid is back. In this episode, registered dietitians Dani, Sam, and Hannah break down what actually changed, what didn’t, and why the visuals don’t always match the written guidelines. We cover protein, fiber, fats, dairy, grains, and what these recommendations really mean for real life. 1:20:06 no The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans are out and I genuinely can’t believe the food pyramid is back 👀 In this deep-dive episode, I’m joined by my fellow registered dietitians Sam and Hannah for an honest, real-life breakdown of the 2026 guidelines. We go page by page through the new 10-page document (link below), separating what actually changed from what just looks different, and what this all means for real people. We talk visuals vs reality, protein targets, fiber gaps, dairy confusion, saturated fat messaging, gut health, grains, added sugars, alcohol guidelines, and the disconnect between what’s written and what the graphic is communicating. In this episode, we cover: What the Dietary Guidelines are and why they matter Food pyramid vs. MyPlate (and why visuals matter) New protein recommendations Animal vs. plant protein Dairy: full-fat vs. low-fat debate Gut health + fermented foods (and what’s missing) Fruits & veggies: servings, frozen/canned options, and access Healthy fats: omega-3s vs. saturated fat confusion Grains, carbs, and why the pyramid sends mixed messages Added sugar guidance vs. real-life eating Alcohol recommendations (or lack thereof) Conflicts of interest worth knowing about Summary of pros & cons plus what we’re changing as RD's Bottom line: We love the big-picture message: eat more whole foods, more fiber, less added sugar and less ultra-processed food—but execution matters. If guidelines are meant to guide the public, they need to be clear, realistic, affordable, and consistent. 📄 Follow along: 10-page DGA document: https://cdn.realfood.gov/DGA.pdf Scientific Foundation report: https://cdn.realfood.gov/Scientific%20Report%20Appendices_1.8.26.pdf 👟 Bonus: This episode is 1 hour 20 minutes aka ~6,500–8,000 steps if you listen on a walk. Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2026, Food pyramid vs MyPlate, Nutrition guidelines explained, Protein recommendations adults, Fiber intake recommendations, Saturated fat and heart health, Real-life nutrition advice, Registered dietitian podcast The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans are out and I genuinely can’t believe the food pyramid is back 👀

In this deep-dive episode, I’m joined by my fellow registered dietitians Sam and Hannah for an honest, real-life breakdown of the 2026 guidelines. We go page by page through the new 10-page document (link below), separating what actually changed from what just looks different, and what this all means for real people.

We talk visuals vs reality, protein targets, fiber gaps, dairy confusion, saturated fat messaging, gut health, grains, added sugars, alcohol guidelines, and the disconnect between what’s written and what the graphic is communicating.

In this episode, we cover:

  • What the Dietary Guidelines are and why they matter
  • Food pyramid vs. MyPlate (and why visuals matter)
  • New protein recommendations
  • Animal vs. plant protein
  • Dairy: full-fat vs. low-fat debate
  • Gut health + fermented foods (and what’s missing)
  • Fruits & veggies: servings, frozen/canned options, and access
  • Healthy fats: omega-3s vs. saturated fat confusion
  • Grains, carbs, and why the pyramid sends mixed messages
  • Added sugar guidance vs. real-life eating
  • Alcohol recommendations (or lack thereof)
  • Conflicts of interest worth knowing about
  • Summary of pros & cons plus what we’re changing as RD's

Bottom line:
We love the big-picture message: eat more whole foods, more fiber, less added sugar and less ultra-processed food—but execution matters. If guidelines are meant to guide the public, they need to be clear, realistic, affordable, and consistent.

📄 Follow along:
10-page DGA document: https://cdn.realfood.gov/DGA.pdf

Scientific Foundation report: https://cdn.realfood.gov/Scientific%20Report%20Appendices_1.8.26.pdf

👟 Bonus: This episode is 1 hour 20 minutes aka ~6,500–8,000 steps if you listen on a walk.

]]> The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans are out and I genuinely can’t believe the food pyramid is back 👀

In this deep-dive episode, I’m joined by my fellow registered dietitians Sam and Hannah for an honest, real-life breakdown of the 2026 guidelines. We go page by page through the new 10-page document (link below), separating what actually changed from what just looks different, and what this all means for real people.

We talk visuals vs reality, protein targets, fiber gaps, dairy confusion, saturated fat messaging, gut health, grains, added sugars, alcohol guidelines, and the disconnect between what’s written and what the graphic is communicating.

In this episode, we cover:

  • What the Dietary Guidelines are and why they matter
  • Food pyramid vs. MyPlate (and why visuals matter)
  • New protein recommendations
  • Animal vs. plant protein
  • Dairy: full-fat vs. low-fat debate
  • Gut health + fermented foods (and what’s missing)
  • Fruits & veggies: servings, frozen/canned options, and access
  • Healthy fats: omega-3s vs. saturated fat confusion
  • Grains, carbs, and why the pyramid sends mixed messages
  • Added sugar guidance vs. real-life eating
  • Alcohol recommendations (or lack thereof)
  • Conflicts of interest worth knowing about
  • Summary of pros & cons plus what we’re changing as RD's

Bottom line:
We love the big-picture message: eat more whole foods, more fiber, less added sugar and less ultra-processed food—but execution matters. If guidelines are meant to guide the public, they need to be clear, realistic, affordable, and consistent.

📄 Follow along:
10-page DGA document: https://cdn.realfood.gov/DGA.pdf

Scientific Foundation report: https://cdn.realfood.gov/Scientific%20Report%20Appendices_1.8.26.pdf

👟 Bonus: This episode is 1 hour 20 minutes aka ~6,500–8,000 steps if you listen on a walk.

]]> Episode 86: Building balanced meals: PCC vs PFF https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/86 e04e124c-34e8-4791-98d3-9b72f4e7bbd3 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Learn the difference between PCC and PFF meals and how to use both concepts to build balanced, satisfying meals that boost energy, keep you full, and make nutrition feel simple. 49:46 no In the But First, Pivot podcast, we talk a lot about PCC (Protein–Color–Carb) and PFF (Protein–Fiber–Fat) — two simple frameworks we use to teach clients and athletes how to build balanced, satisfying meals without tracking. In this episode, Dani and Sam break down what these frameworks are, how they’re similar, how they’re different, and when to use each one. You’ll learn: Why both PCC and PFF work Which one is easiest to start with Downfalls of PCC and PFF How to level up from PCC to PFF Breakfast, lunch, and dinner examples for each How these concepts help with energy, fullness, cravings, and performance Connect with us: → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) → Leave a review and share this episode Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) PFF meals, PCC meals, balanced plate method, protein fiber fat, protein color carb, nutrition coaching, healthy meal ideas, blood sugar balance In the But First, Pivot podcast, we talk a lot about PCC (Protein–Color–Carb) and PFF (Protein–Fiber–Fat) — two simple frameworks we use to teach clients and athletes how to build balanced, satisfying meals without tracking.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down what these frameworks are, how they’re similar, how they’re different, and when to use each one. You’ll learn:

  • Why both PCC and PFF work
  • Which one is easiest to start with
  • Downfalls of PCC and PFF
  • How to level up from PCC to PFF
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner examples for each
  • How these concepts help with energy, fullness, cravings, and performance

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> In the But First, Pivot podcast, we talk a lot about PCC (Protein–Color–Carb) and PFF (Protein–Fiber–Fat) — two simple frameworks we use to teach clients and athletes how to build balanced, satisfying meals without tracking.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down what these frameworks are, how they’re similar, how they’re different, and when to use each one. You’ll learn:

  • Why both PCC and PFF work
  • Which one is easiest to start with
  • Downfalls of PCC and PFF
  • How to level up from PCC to PFF
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner examples for each
  • How these concepts help with energy, fullness, cravings, and performance

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Episode 83: PCOS Blueprint: Simple Strategies With a Big Impact https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/83 4771b1ca-a4f4-4aab-b423-2478f8ce5a70 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Learn what drives PCOS and five key strategies to improve energy, cycles, and long-term health. 50:59 no PCOS affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age — but it’s so much more than just a fertility issue. In this episode, we’re breaking down the root drivers of PCOS, including insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances, and how they impact weight, mood, energy, and long-term health. My colleague Sam joins the show to walk through the five key areas every woman with PCOS should focus on: Blood sugar Balance Inflammation Hormone health Exercise Managing stress & sleep If you’ve ever felt frustrated by being told to “just lose weight” or handed birth control as a Band-Aid solution, this conversation is for you. You’ll leave with clear, practical strategies you can start using right away to feel better, improve your symptoms, and support long-term health. 🎧 Tune in and share this episode with a friend who has PCOS — because you don’t have to manage it alone! Connect with us: → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) → Leave a review and share this episode Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) PCOS, polycystic ovary syndrome, insulin resistance, hormone imbalance, women’s health, fertility, blood sugar balance, nutrition for PCOS PCOS affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age — but it’s so much more than just a fertility issue. In this episode, we’re breaking down the root drivers of PCOS, including insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances, and how they impact weight, mood, energy, and long-term health.

My colleague Sam joins the show to walk through the five key areas every woman with PCOS should focus on:

  • Blood sugar Balance
  • Inflammation
  • Hormone health
  • Exercise
  • Managing stress & sleep

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by being told to “just lose weight” or handed birth control as a Band-Aid solution, this conversation is for you. You’ll leave with clear, practical strategies you can start using right away to feel better, improve your symptoms, and support long-term health.

🎧 Tune in and share this episode with a friend who has PCOS — because you don’t have to manage it alone!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> PCOS affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age — but it’s so much more than just a fertility issue. In this episode, we’re breaking down the root drivers of PCOS, including insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances, and how they impact weight, mood, energy, and long-term health.

My colleague Sam joins the show to walk through the five key areas every woman with PCOS should focus on:

  • Blood sugar Balance
  • Inflammation
  • Hormone health
  • Exercise
  • Managing stress & sleep

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by being told to “just lose weight” or handed birth control as a Band-Aid solution, this conversation is for you. You’ll leave with clear, practical strategies you can start using right away to feel better, improve your symptoms, and support long-term health.

🎧 Tune in and share this episode with a friend who has PCOS — because you don’t have to manage it alone!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Episode 81: Weight Maintenance: How to Keep the Weight OFF! https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/81 9c4d2206-62f0-4cc4-98d9-6868f93c3a62 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Most people can lose weight, but most regain it within 1-5 years. Dietitians Dani and Sam share 7 proven habits that help you lose weight and keep it off. 44:26 no Most people can lose weight — but 80–90% regain it within 1–5 years. Why? Because losing it and keeping it off are two completely different skill sets. In this episode, Dani and Sam break down research from the National Weight Control Registry (10,000+ successful maintainers) and share the 7 key habits that separate regain from long-term success. From daily movement and consistent eating to strength training, sleep, and stress management—you’ll learn exactly what it takes to stay in the successful 10–20% who keep the weight off for good. If you are struggling to lose weight and KEEP IT OFF, this is a must listen! Connect with us: → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) → Leave a review and share this episode Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) weight loss maintenance, sustainable weight loss, keep weight off, fat loss tips, calorie deficit, metabolism, strength training, healthy habits, weight regain prevention, weight management Most people can lose weight — but 80–90% regain it within 1–5 years. Why? Because losing it and keeping it off are two completely different skill sets.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down research from the National Weight Control Registry (10,000+ successful maintainers) and share the 7 key habits that separate regain from long-term success. From daily movement and consistent eating to strength training, sleep, and stress management—you’ll learn exactly what it takes to stay in the successful 10–20% who keep the weight off for good.

If you are struggling to lose weight and KEEP IT OFF, this is a must listen!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Most people can lose weight — but 80–90% regain it within 1–5 years. Why? Because losing it and keeping it off are two completely different skill sets.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down research from the National Weight Control Registry (10,000+ successful maintainers) and share the 7 key habits that separate regain from long-term success. From daily movement and consistent eating to strength training, sleep, and stress management—you’ll learn exactly what it takes to stay in the successful 10–20% who keep the weight off for good.

If you are struggling to lose weight and KEEP IT OFF, this is a must listen!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Episode 80: Tough Love from Dietitians – Things You Need to Hear (Even if You Don’t Want To) https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/80 dff78f17-14d4-4c6e-9f00-ee308ac80932 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Dietitians deliver some much-needed tough love on excuses, unsustainable diets, and mindset traps. Learn realistic strategies that work so you can stop starting over and finally see lasting results. 44:46 no Sometimes the truth stings… but it’s exactly what you need to hear to finally get results. In this episode, Sam and I are serving up some tough love on the most common excuses, unsustainable diets, and mindset traps holding you back — and sharing the realistic strategies that actually work. Nothing changes if nothing changes, and if you need help, we’re here with no judgments and a little tough love along the way. dietitian advice, sustainable weight loss, healthy habits, building muscle, mindset shifts, no excuses, realistic strategies, quick fix diets, weight loss motivation, nutrition podcast Sometimes the truth stings… but it’s exactly what you need to hear to finally get results. In this episode, Sam and I are serving up some tough love on the most common excuses, unsustainable diets, and mindset traps holding you back — and sharing the realistic strategies that actually work. Nothing changes if nothing changes, and if you need help, we’re here with no judgments and a little tough love along the way.

]]> Sometimes the truth stings… but it’s exactly what you need to hear to finally get results. In this episode, Sam and I are serving up some tough love on the most common excuses, unsustainable diets, and mindset traps holding you back — and sharing the realistic strategies that actually work. Nothing changes if nothing changes, and if you need help, we’re here with no judgments and a little tough love along the way.

]]> Episode 74: Top Weight Loss Myths and Diet Reviews https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/74 2c4260bf-9889-49c4-9bb4-62fb510c1406 Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Learn about weight loss myths and reviews of popular diets you hear of online. 40:47 no A few weeks ago, someone asked me: "Dani, what's the worst weight loss advice you've ever heard?". All I could think of was "this needs to be a podcast episode"...So here we are! In this episode, we're diving into some not-so-great weight loss advice as well as top weight loss myths that we want to debunk! This one is a lot of fun and packed full of the random tips you see on social media or always thought were true. We also review some popular diets, sharing pros, cons and more! Connect with us: → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) → Leave a review and share this episode Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) weight loss, nutrition, dietitian, health A few weeks ago, someone asked me: "Dani, what's the worst weight loss advice you've ever heard?". All I could think of was "this needs to be a podcast episode"...So here we are!

In this episode, we're diving into some not-so-great weight loss advice as well as top weight loss myths that we want to debunk! This one is a lot of fun and packed full of the random tips you see on social media or always thought were true. We also review some popular diets, sharing pros, cons and more!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> A few weeks ago, someone asked me: "Dani, what's the worst weight loss advice you've ever heard?". All I could think of was "this needs to be a podcast episode"...So here we are!

In this episode, we're diving into some not-so-great weight loss advice as well as top weight loss myths that we want to debunk! This one is a lot of fun and packed full of the random tips you see on social media or always thought were true. We also review some popular diets, sharing pros, cons and more!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Episode 67: From Weight Watchers at 10 years old to Breaking Free from Generational Dieting https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/67 b6b224f8-53b0-4dc9-aea7-3167255665a3 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:30:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD A journey of breaking free from generational dieting, highlighting non-scale victories and the powerful impact of nutrition coaching. 44:40 no Your childhood truly does shape your future, especiallly when it comes to nutrition. In today's episode, Pivot client Lindsay Archer shares her dieting history which dates all the way back to her youth and what it finally took to break generational dieting and rewrite these narratives. While Lindsay's success story includes fat loss, the non-scale victories outshine the number on the scale. Tune in for a real, inspiring story that all starts with a mindset shift. In this episode: * What made Lindsay finally apply for coaching? * Lindsay's dieting history * Non-scale victories worth celebrating * What it's like working with a Pivot dietitian * How coaching positively impacted her family Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Guests: Lindsay Archer Pivot Nutrition Coaching Client This episode was brought to you by Cozy Earth. Sleep matters for every part of your life! Get your sheets now for 40% off with code PIVOT at checkout. cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) childhood, dieting history, mindset shift, non-scale victories, fat loss, nutrition, dietitian, generational dieting Your childhood truly does shape your future, especiallly when it comes to nutrition. In today's episode, Pivot client Lindsay Archer shares her dieting history which dates all the way back to her youth and what it finally took to break generational dieting and rewrite these narratives. While Lindsay's success story includes fat loss, the non-scale victories outshine the number on the scale. Tune in for a real, inspiring story that all starts with a mindset shift.

In this episode:

  • What made Lindsay finally apply for coaching?
  • Lindsay's dieting history
  • Non-scale victories worth celebrating
  • What it's like working with a Pivot dietitian
  • How coaching positively impacted her family

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Guests: Lindsay Archer
Pivot Nutrition Coaching Client

This episode was brought to you by Cozy Earth. Sleep matters for every part of your life! Get your sheets now for 40% off with code PIVOT at checkout. cozyearth.com

]]> Your childhood truly does shape your future, especiallly when it comes to nutrition. In today's episode, Pivot client Lindsay Archer shares her dieting history which dates all the way back to her youth and what it finally took to break generational dieting and rewrite these narratives. While Lindsay's success story includes fat loss, the non-scale victories outshine the number on the scale. Tune in for a real, inspiring story that all starts with a mindset shift.

In this episode:

  • What made Lindsay finally apply for coaching?
  • Lindsay's dieting history
  • Non-scale victories worth celebrating
  • What it's like working with a Pivot dietitian
  • How coaching positively impacted her family

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

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Guests: Lindsay Archer
Pivot Nutrition Coaching Client

This episode was brought to you by Cozy Earth. Sleep matters for every part of your life! Get your sheets now for 40% off with code PIVOT at checkout. cozyearth.com

]]> Episode 63: Success Story: Lahaise Brothers lose nearly 100 lbs in 6 months! https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/63 33faae36-0bd9-4677-b144-4862224774c2 Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD A success story for the books! A pair of brothers work with a dietitian for 6 months and lose nearly 100 pounds combined! 1:14:51 yes EXPLICIT: Language Earlier this year, the Lahaise brothers reached out for help with weight loss. We are all still shocked that they lost a combined 95 pounds in six months! These two brothers are hilarious, fun, extremely honest, and have a few explicit words along the way so maybe don't listen to this episode on speaker or in the car with your kiddos. In this episode: * What motivated Taylor & Brenden to reach out for nutrition coaching * Weight loss expectations vs reality * Victories beyond the scale * Benefits of food tracking * Exercise modifications during fat loss * Keys to weight loss maintenance * Advice for men seeking fat loss Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Guest: Taylor and Brenden LaHaise Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) weight loss, nutrition, dietitian, health, men's health, weight loss transformation EXPLICIT: Language

Earlier this year, the Lahaise brothers reached out for help with weight loss. We are all still shocked that they lost a combined 95 pounds in six months! These two brothers are hilarious, fun, extremely honest, and have a few explicit words along the way so maybe don't listen to this episode on speaker or in the car with your kiddos.

In this episode:

  • What motivated Taylor & Brenden to reach out for nutrition coaching
  • Weight loss expectations vs reality
  • Victories beyond the scale
  • Benefits of food tracking
  • Exercise modifications during fat loss
  • Keys to weight loss maintenance
  • Advice for men seeking fat loss

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

Guest: Taylor and Brenden LaHaise

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> EXPLICIT: Language

Earlier this year, the Lahaise brothers reached out for help with weight loss. We are all still shocked that they lost a combined 95 pounds in six months! These two brothers are hilarious, fun, extremely honest, and have a few explicit words along the way so maybe don't listen to this episode on speaker or in the car with your kiddos.

In this episode:

  • What motivated Taylor & Brenden to reach out for nutrition coaching
  • Weight loss expectations vs reality
  • Victories beyond the scale
  • Benefits of food tracking
  • Exercise modifications during fat loss
  • Keys to weight loss maintenance
  • Advice for men seeking fat loss

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

Guest: Taylor and Brenden LaHaise

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> Episode 12: 5 essentials for a healthy pregnancy with fertility dietitian Anna Bohnengel https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/12 7a978b67-2323-4992-aa28-db475effaefa Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD 56:24 no In this episode, Anna and I discuss 5 things to help women (and couples) achieve a healthy pregnancy. Even if you're not trying to get pregnant, this episode is packed with nutrition education! Anna Bohnengel Anna Bohnengel, MS, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian helping women take control of their fertility. Anna's Website (https://www.fertility-nutritionist.com/about) Get Anna's prenatal guide here (https://www.fertility-nutritionist.com/BestPrenatal)! Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1003461227106054) But First Pivot Podcast Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way. Click here (https://nutritionwithdanitherd.practicebetter.io/#/609de2b22a832607fc78a8c1/bookings?s=609de8592a832607fc78c6d3&step=date) to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching. fertility, pregnancy, nutrition, baby, ovulation, women's health In this episode, Anna and I discuss 5 things to help women (and couples) achieve a healthy pregnancy. Even if you're not trying to get pregnant, this episode is packed with nutrition education!

Anna Bohnengel
Anna Bohnengel, MS, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian helping women take control of their fertility.
Anna's Website
Get Anna's prenatal guide here!

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> In this episode, Anna and I discuss 5 things to help women (and couples) achieve a healthy pregnancy. Even if you're not trying to get pregnant, this episode is packed with nutrition education!

Anna Bohnengel
Anna Bohnengel, MS, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian helping women take control of their fertility.
Anna's Website
Get Anna's prenatal guide here!

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> Episode 10: Healthy snacking simplified https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/10 4b648481-48db-426c-bb1a-cc55a5607ae0 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD 14:10 no Let's not make healthy snacking any more complicated than it needs to be. Simply pair these 2 nutrients and you've got a balanced snack that will keep you fuller longer and support your health goals! Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1003461227106054) But First Pivot Podcast Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way. Click here (https://nutritionwithdanitherd.practicebetter.io/#/609de2b22a832607fc78a8c1/bookings?s=609de8592a832607fc78c6d3&step=date) to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching. snacks, snacking, healthy, nutrition, sports nutrition, weight loss Let's not make healthy snacking any more complicated than it needs to be. Simply pair these 2 nutrients and you've got a balanced snack that will keep you fuller longer and support your health goals!

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> Let's not make healthy snacking any more complicated than it needs to be. Simply pair these 2 nutrients and you've got a balanced snack that will keep you fuller longer and support your health goals!

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> Episode 1: Pivoting away from crash diets - Elisha’s story https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/1 881981a7-7364-49c5-b2f2-afe3b2ab7897 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD How Mrs. International contestant Elisha Pillow-Daugherty pivoted her mindset in 2022 to compete at a heavier weight yet happier, healthier and more confident than ever before! 22:25 no From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing. Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com (https://www.elishapillowdaugherty.com/) Elisha's platform: Hope Found (http://www.hopefoundnea.org/) Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1003461227106054) But First Pivot Podcast Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way. Click here (https://nutritionwithdanitherd.practicebetter.io/#/609de2b22a832607fc78a8c1/bookings?s=609de8592a832607fc78c6d3&step=date) to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Group coaching is also available for women and athletes in September 2022 - Click here (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/services) to learn more about group coaching! From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing.

Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com
Elisha's platform: Hope Found

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Group coaching is also available for women and athletes in September 2022 - Click here to learn more about group coaching!

]]> From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing.

Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com
Elisha's platform: Hope Found

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Group coaching is also available for women and athletes in September 2022 - Click here to learn more about group coaching!

]]> Episode 0: But First Pivot! Coming Soon! https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/0 95c4cfa3-8489-4d9f-a812-2dbaa3227886 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 11:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Do you feel confused & overwhelmed when it comes to nutrition? Do you keep jumping on and off the wagon? In my podcast, I share my all foods fit approach and real life client success stories to inspire you to pivot away from all the fad diet nonsense and confusion! 1:29 no From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing. Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com (https://www.elishapillowdaugherty.com/) Elisha's platform: Hope Found (http://www.hopefoundnea.org/) Elisha's dietitian coach, Sam: https://www.instagram.com/samanthaferguson__rd/?hl=en Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1003461227106054) But First Pivot Podcast **Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of diettiains offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way. Click here (https://nutritionwithdanitherd.practicebetter.io/#/609de2b22a832607fc78a8c1/bookings?s=609de8592a832607fc78c6d3&step=date) to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching. From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing.

Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com
Elisha's platform: Hope Found

Elisha's dietitian coach, Sam: https://www.instagram.com/samanthaferguson__rd/?hl=en

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
**Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of diettiains offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing.

Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com
Elisha's platform: Hope Found

Elisha's dietitian coach, Sam: https://www.instagram.com/samanthaferguson__rd/?hl=en

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

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
**Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of diettiains offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

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