app03 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:11:11 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “Strength Training” https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/tags/strength%20training Fri, 24 Jul 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 97: She Thought She Was Doing Everything Right…Arissa's Success Story https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/97 d7ea71df-c258-487d-9927-e63fa093fabd Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Feeling stuck? 60-minutes can change everything... In this inspiring client success story, Dani sits down with Arissa to share how one conversation helped her get unstuck, transform her relationship with food, and build sustainable habits. Just two months later, she's down 10 pounds, feels stronger, and even enjoyed her first vacation without gaining weight. If you've ever felt stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset, this episode will remind you that sometimes one conversation is all it takes to change the trajectory of your health. 1:00:16 no <p>"I'm doing everything right... why isn't anything working?"</p> <p>That's exactly how Arissa felt when she reached out.</p> <p>In this client success story, Dani sits down with Arissa to discuss how one nutrition consult helped her get unstuck and transform her relationship with food. Just two months later, Arissa is down 10 pounds, feels stronger, has a healthier mindset around food, and even enjoyed her first vacation without gaining weight.</p> <p>In this episode, we discuss:</p> <ul> <li> Arissa's experience with the Whole30 diet and why it wasn't sustainable</li> <li> The simple habits that made the biggest difference</li> <li> How food tracking became a learning tool instead of a punishment</li> <li> The mindset shift that helped her stop making excuses and stay consistent</li> <li> The donut story that perfectly captures what food freedom feels like</li> <li> How she enjoyed pizza, ice cream, and piña coladas on vacation while staying on track</li> </ul> <p>If you've been feeling stuck and wondering why your hard work isn't paying off, maybe it's time to get some answers. Sometimes it only takes one conversation with the right person to identify what's missing and help you start seeing results.</p> <p>Host:<br> Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Founder, CEO &amp; Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Connect with Dani:<br> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/</a></p> <p><a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/</a></p> nutrition coaching, dietitian, weight loss, healthy habits, food freedom, mindset, food tracking, balanced meals, sustainable weight loss, healthy relationship with food, nutrition consult, consistency, strength training, vacation weight gain, intuitive eating, behavior change, nutrition podcast, healthy lifestyle, realistic nutrition, weight loss mindset "I'm doing everything right... why isn't anything working?"

That's exactly how Arissa felt when she reached out.

In this client success story, Dani sits down with Arissa to discuss how one nutrition consult helped her get unstuck and transform her relationship with food. Just two months later, Arissa is down 10 pounds, feels stronger, has a healthier mindset around food, and even enjoyed her first vacation without gaining weight.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • Arissa's experience with the Whole30 diet and why it wasn't sustainable
  • The simple habits that made the biggest difference
  • How food tracking became a learning tool instead of a punishment
  • The mindset shift that helped her stop making excuses and stay consistent
  • The donut story that perfectly captures what food freedom feels like
  • How she enjoyed pizza, ice cream, and piña coladas on vacation while staying on track

If you've been feeling stuck and wondering why your hard work isn't paying off, maybe it's time to get some answers. Sometimes it only takes one conversation with the right person to identify what's missing and help you start seeing results.

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/

]]> "I'm doing everything right... why isn't anything working?"

That's exactly how Arissa felt when she reached out.

In this client success story, Dani sits down with Arissa to discuss how one nutrition consult helped her get unstuck and transform her relationship with food. Just two months later, Arissa is down 10 pounds, feels stronger, has a healthier mindset around food, and even enjoyed her first vacation without gaining weight.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • Arissa's experience with the Whole30 diet and why it wasn't sustainable
  • The simple habits that made the biggest difference
  • How food tracking became a learning tool instead of a punishment
  • The mindset shift that helped her stop making excuses and stay consistent
  • The donut story that perfectly captures what food freedom feels like
  • How she enjoyed pizza, ice cream, and piña coladas on vacation while staying on track

If you've been feeling stuck and wondering why your hard work isn't paying off, maybe it's time to get some answers. Sometimes it only takes one conversation with the right person to identify what's missing and help you start seeing results.

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/

]]> 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 <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>If you are struggling to lose weight and KEEP IT OFF, this is a must listen!</p> <p>Connect with us:<br> → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a><br> → Leave a review and share this episode</p> <p>Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Owner &amp; Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener">Dani on Instagram</a> or by visiting her website at <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a></p> <p>Co-Host:<br> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/" rel="nofollow noopener">Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD</a> </p> 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 77: Taking a GLP-1? Don’t Skip These 5 Habits! https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/77 2d73c3a9-3c71-4bbe-802e-8fd77bc9cb2e Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Learn the 5 essential lifestyle changes you need to make while taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic or Wegovy to lose weight, preserve muscle, and keep the weight off long term. 27:54 no <p>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.</p> <p>We cover:</p> <ul> <li>GLP-1 overview</li> <li>Why strength training is non-negotiable</li> <li>Getting enough protein</li> <li>Why skipping meals can backfire</li> <li>The role of mindset and your relationship with food</li> <li>The long game: What to do after the meds</li> </ul> <p>If you’re on a GLP-1 or considering it, this is a must-listen!</p> <p>Connect with us:<br> → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a><br> → Leave a review and share this episode</p> <p>Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Owner &amp; Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener">Dani on Instagram</a> or by visiting her website at <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a></p> <p>Co-Host:<br> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/" rel="nofollow noopener">Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD</a> </p> GLP-1's, Ozempic, weight loss drugs, weight loss, strength training, lifestyle change 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!

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

]]> 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!

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 64: How a mindset shift helped Robin lose 30 lbs. in 6 months! https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/64 bcbc309d-107d-4f16-b568-d08d384e9572 Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:45:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Robin, a graduate of Pivot Nutrition Coaching shares her wins on and off the scale. 45:56 no <p>When Robin reached out, she was sick and tired of feeling sick and tired! Now she joins us joins us to share her inspiring health &amp; weight loss journey! She opens up about how the skills she learned through the program helped her navigate life’s unexpected challenges with resilience and confidence. Tune in to hear Robin's story of growth, empowerment, and transformation!</p> <p>In this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Why Robin finally reached out years later</li> <li>Keys to her weight loss success</li> <li>Robin's main takeaways from coaching</li> <li>Her Breast Cancer Battle</li> <li><a href="https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/22" rel="nofollow noopener">Reverse Dieting Episode</a></li> </ul> <p>Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Owner &amp; Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Guest: Robin Schmidt</p> <p>Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener">Dani on Instagram</a> or by visiting her website at <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a> </p> weight loss, macros, mindset, reverse dieting, strength training, breast cancer When Robin reached out, she was sick and tired of feeling sick and tired! Now she joins us joins us to share her inspiring health & weight loss journey! She opens up about how the skills she learned through the program helped her navigate life’s unexpected challenges with resilience and confidence. Tune in to hear Robin's story of growth, empowerment, and transformation!

In this episode:

  • Why Robin finally reached out years later
  • Keys to her weight loss success
  • Robin's main takeaways from coaching
  • Her Breast Cancer Battle
  • Reverse Dieting Episode

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

Guest: Robin Schmidt

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

]]> When Robin reached out, she was sick and tired of feeling sick and tired! Now she joins us joins us to share her inspiring health & weight loss journey! She opens up about how the skills she learned through the program helped her navigate life’s unexpected challenges with resilience and confidence. Tune in to hear Robin's story of growth, empowerment, and transformation!

In this episode:

  • Why Robin finally reached out years later
  • Keys to her weight loss success
  • Robin's main takeaways from coaching
  • Her Breast Cancer Battle
  • Reverse Dieting Episode

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

Guest: Robin Schmidt

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

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