FitBodySecrets

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By: Cheryl Nasso

Welcome to FitBodySecrets with Cheryl Nasso! Cheryl Nasso Is a 5 times CrossFit Games athlete and owner of FitBodyRX. This podcast was created to offer a platform for real solutions for people looking to achieve fitness and fat loss while also finding the answers to some of the most common nutrition and training questions. We hope to educate, entertain and inspire more people to go after their goals! https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.nasso https://www.instagram.com/cherylnasso

HIT VS LIT: Which is better for you and for your goals?
#296
05/06/2025

In today's episode, I am breaking down what classifies as high intensity training and what classifies as low intensity training while also helping you understand the benefits and downsides of doing too much of either. 

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Do you feel stuck in your fitness, health or fat loss journey?
#295
04/29/2025

In today's episode, i am breaking down the biggest reason why most people stay stuck and never commit to the changes they need tomake to achieve the goals they have for themselves. 

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Protein Deep Dive: What you need to know
#294
04/22/2025

In today's episode I am talking all about the most important macro...PROTEIN. 

Protein timing, protein synthesis, protein quality, how much protein, all things PROTEIN. 

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When you are doing all the work and not seeing results.
#293
04/15/2025

Do you feel like you are putting in the work, but not seeing the changes you would like to see?

In today's episode I am talking about the keys to finally breaking through lack or progress despite your effort.

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The role of insulin and cortisol in losing fat and builing muscle
#292
04/08/2025

In today's episode I am diving in to two of the most misunderstood hormones and how they influence your body. I will also be giving you some tips on how to know if your insulin and/or cortisol levels are off and how to better balance them. 

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Applying macros to lose fat, build muscle, and improve metabolic health
#291
04/01/2025

Ways to work with me:

The Fat Loss Fast Track 
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or 

1:1 coaching options
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Pregnancy and Postpartum nutrition for fitness loving moms
#290
03/30/2025

In today's episode, I interview my co-coach Hannah Gaines who has been through quite the transformation over the last few years. From aspiring Crossfit athlete to affiliate owner to becoming one of the first METFIX affiliates while transitioning into motherhood.

Coach Hannah did her research and her pregnancy was one that most woman would DREAM OF. In today's episode, she shares her pregnancy and postpartum story while giving some insight on how to handle the body changes that come along with it. 

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How to lose fat and build muscle
#289
03/25/2025

Do you want to lose fat and build muscle? 

In today's episode, I am breaking down what it takes to actually look like you workout!

Ways to work with me:

The Fat Loss Fast Track 
myfitbodyrx.com/fatlossfasttrack

or 

1:1 coaching options
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The negative impact of metabolic adaptation and how to fix it!
#288
03/18/2025

Have you lose weight only to hit a plateau?
Have you found it hard to maintain weight loss?
Do you feel like you are working hard in the gym and not seeing the body composition changes you are looking for?

in today's episode, i am breaking down metabolic adaptation and helping you understand how to fix it. 

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CrossFit Open 25.3 Tips and Strategy
#287
03/14/2025


Fat loss myths and misconceptions
#286
03/11/2025

In today's episode I am breaking down a few of the common myths and misconceptions around losing weight/body fat. 

If you want to learn more about building a sustainable fat loss plan, join my free Live Event Tuesday March 20th at 2:00 PM EST (registrants will also receive the replay)

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CrossFit Open 25.2 Tips
#285
03/07/2025

In today's episode, i am breaking down 25.2 and giving some quick tips and tricks to help you be more successful!


How to lose 10-20 pounds this spring
#284
03/04/2025

In today's episode, I am going to lay out all the factors that matter for you to see dramatic body changes in a short period of time. 

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CrossFIt workout 25.1 Strategy
#283
02/28/2025


How to crush your CrossFit workouts with better pacing
#281
02/21/2025

Its easy to focus on the "hard" things. Getting stronger and developing your skills, are easy things to work hard on. The hard part? Working on being strategic with your workouts and executing them to get the most out of them!


Let's make CrossFit fun again
#280
02/18/2025

In todays episode, I am going to be talking about my thoughts on the changes in CrossFit and the direction of the brand. 

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Eating clean versus macro tracking
#279
02/11/2025

Is it better for you to track your calories and macros or pay attention to food quality. In today's episode I am talking about the main differences between focusing on the quality of your food and focusing on the quantity of it. 

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Body Recomposition Explained
#278
02/04/2025

What is body recomposition? How do you actually make this happen? In today's episode, I am breaking down body re-composition and how to implement strategic nutrition and training changes to make it happen!

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Optimizing your hormone profile for better body composition, performance and health
#277
01/28/2025

In today's episode I am giving a crash course overview on the connection between hormones and your health and body composition.

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The key to an athletic body
#276
01/24/2025

In today's episode, i am talking to those of you who are looking to get the lean, athletic body all while not changing anything with your workout routine. 

This is also the last day to sign up for my 21 day nutrition jumpstart!

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How to break through a fat loss plateau
#275
01/21/2025

Have you made some progress only to find yourself stuck? 

Do you often find it easy to lose the first 5 pounds, but can't seem to get past that?

Have you lost weight only to find it hard to maintain?

In today's episode I am helping you understand what is going on and also giving some insight as t how to break through it. 

If you are ready to break your own plateau, registration is open until Friday January 24th. You can sign up by visiting myfitbodyrx.com/21dayjumpstart

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Join My 21 Day Jumpstart And Win Some Cash
#274
01/17/2025

In today's episode I am going over my 21 day jumpstart and how you can use it to get your nutrition optimized for losing fat, building muscle, and optimizing for performance!

Sign up by following the link below
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Understanding Calories Burned During Exercise
#273
01/14/2025

In today's episode, I am going to talk about energy expenditure reports via your fitness trackers and how you can use this data to make adjustments to speed up your fat loss journey or optimize your nutrition for performance and heatlh. 

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Simplifying macros
#272
01/07/2025

In today's episode I am going to explain macronutrients and why it is important to track them along with giving you the best strategy for making this simple and effective.

Whether you are new to tracking macros OR maybe you have tried in the past, in today's episode I am going to break down the key components you need to know.

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How to reset your nutrition for fat loss after the holiday season
#271
12/31/2024

In today's episode I talk about my views on "New Year's goals and how to actually make impactful changes this year to improve your health and fitness!

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How to prevent weight gain after indulging
#270
12/22/2024

While one meal isn't going to make or break your results, some seasons you may have more than just one meal. 

An advanced strategy for working around those more indulgent days is using calorie cycling. 

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Hormonal Fat Loss Resistance
#269
12/17/2024

In today's episode, I am going to share a little bit about my journey to regaining my health and also dive into the importance of getting testing done to ensure you know exactly what is going on. 

I also want to explain more on how hormones impact your ability to lose fat and also build muscle.

Interested in getting complete blood testing? 
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What you think about sugar is wrong
#268
12/15/2024

Today is a short episode where I wanted to break down the importance of understanding SUGAR and why focusing on the wrong details might be holding you back. 

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Breaking Negative Nutrition Thinking Traps
#267
12/10/2024

The one thing that stops most people from ever following through with their nutrition changes is the way they think. It is hard to undo years and years of diet baggage. Not to mention, you have also reinforced the beliefs when you fail over and over again.

Achieving the results you want starts with identifying these thoughts and learning how to counter them.

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How to get back on track with your nutrition when you aren't motivated
#266
12/08/2024

Today's episode is going to be a little bit of tough love and a little but of empathy. I know its hard to commit to nutrition changes. An effective program will create a level of stress, but its important to know when its "too much" or when you might need to "suck it up."

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Your 2025 Nutrition Plan To Lose Fat, Build Muscle and Perform Better In The Gym
#265
11/26/2024

In today's episode, I want to break down the basics that you need to set yourself up for success in the new year. 

It starts by being proactive with what steps you are taking now. 
How are you setting yourself up for a stress free fat loss phase?

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When to hire a nutrition pro for fat loss
#264
11/19/2024

When is it the right time to hire a nutrition professional? In this episode, we dive into the signs that your fitness and ft loss journey could benefit from expert guidance Whether you are struggling to see progress, confused by conflicting advice, or ready to take your results to the next level, I will help you understand when it's time to invest in personalized nutrition support -- and how it can transform your journey.

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Understanding the different types of hunger
#263
11/12/2024

Are you struggling with understanding your hunger cues?
Not sure when should eat and when you should just fight it?
In today's episode I am going to be talking about the different types of hunger and how to know when you should eat and when you should hold out. 

if you want to learn more about mastering your appetite, join my workshop this Thursday at 2:00 PM EST
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A few things I have changed my mind on in regards to fitness and nutrition
#262
11/05/2024

In today's episode, I am going to bring to light some of the nutrition beliefs I personally fell victim to and are often still common beliefs amongst many of the people I connect with looking for nutrition help.

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Metabolic Adaptation and Reverse Dieting Replay
#261
11/04/2024

This week, I am dropping the replay to my recent workshop on metabolic adaptation and reverse dieting. 

If you found this helpful and would like to set up a metabolic assessment, feel free to fill in this form

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Sticking to your diet while dining out and being social
#260
10/22/2024

Do you struggle to stay consistent with your nutrition because it is hard to navigate around your social life? In today's episode I hope to provide you with how to build a nutrition plan that works INTO your life and allows you to be social and enjoy dining out without stress.
 
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Competition Fueling For CrossFitters
#259
10/20/2024

Getting ready for your first CrossFit competition? Are you trying to figure out better fueling for your CrossFit competitions? In today's episode I cover some important key factors to help you optimize your CrossFit competition fueling.

0:00 Welcome!
1:05 Leading Up to Game Day
6:22 Fueling the Week Before
8:21 Competition Day
12:18 After the Competition / Recovery
14:32 Wrapping Up

For a copy of my competition day fueling guide, email me at cheryl@myfitbodyrx.com or send me a DM on Facebook or Instagram!

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Getting back on track with nutrition after stressful times
#257
10/15/2024

Life is unpredictable, many people struggle to get back to consistency with their nutrition when life throws them curveballs. 

In today's episode, I will offer some insight and suggestions to help you learn how to navigate stressful situations without quitting on yourself. 

If you would like to learn more about my nutrition program, schedule a free nutrition strategy session:
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Questions From Women Who CrossFit
#256
10/08/2024

In today's episode I am responding to some of the top questions of the week!

Today's questions:
1. Is CrossFIt taking up too much of my life?
2. Pre workout snacks
3. Why is CrossFit making me so hungry and how can i handle my hunger?
4. How do I add in strength and accessory work around my CrossFit classes?
5. Hitting a weight loss plateau after initial CrossFit weight loss success. 

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How to get consistent with macro tracking
#255
10/01/2024

Have you tried to get consistent with the macro tracking habit only to keep haig to start over again?

Do you get burned out or overwhelmed with trying to focus on macros?

Do you find it time consuming an ineffective?

In today's episode I am going go give you some tips and troubleshoot some things that might be holding you back from what could be the solution to all of your nutrition problems. 

If you would like to learn more about my nutrition program, schedule a free nutrition strategy session:
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