Ambitious and Fit
Welcome to the Ambitious and Fit Podcast – the ultimate destination for high-achieving women who are ready to transform their bodies, minds, and lives with purpose and precision. Hosted by Michelle Stallings, a Certified Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset Coach, this show is your go-to resource for elevating your health, fitness, and mindset to match your highest ambitions.
Each episode delivers real, actionable insights backed by years of experience and expertise, empowering you to break free from burnout, reclaim your vitality, and thrive in every area of your life. Whether you’re navigating the balance of ambition and wellness or stepping into your next level of personal growth, Michelle’s guidance will help you take inspired action, without sacrificing the success you’ve worked so hard to build.
If you’re ready to become the best version of yourself – physically, mentally, and emotionally – join Michelle and her guests each week for transformative conversations that will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to show up as the confident, ambitious woman you’re meant to be.
Episodes
235 episodes
What High-Level Women Do Differently to Build Their Dream Body + Life
Some women create lasting, sustainable transformation—and others spin in cycles for years. So what’s the difference?In this empowering episode, Michelle breaks down what high-level women do differently in their health, fitness, ...
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Rest + Recovery: The High-Achiever’s Cheat Code to Sustaining Transformation
In today’s empowering episode, Michelle dives into why rest and recovery are the keys to sustainable transformation—especially for high-achieving women. Learn the science behind recovery, why it’s essential for both body and identity shi...
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24:46
She’s Not Coming to Save You: Why It’s Time to Become Her
No one is coming to save you—and that’s your greatest gift.In this powerful, no-fluff episode, Michelle guides high-achieving women through the Rise-Up Framework to help them stop waiting and start embodying the woman they were always me...
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Why You Don’t Trust Yourself Anymore—And How to Rebuild That Trust to Hit Every Goal You Set
If you’ve ever asked yourself “Why can’t I stay consistent?”—this is your episode.Michelle unpacks the real reason high-achieving women lose momentum and offers a powerful, 3-step strategy to rebuild trust with yourself...
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14:53
How to Stop Obsessing Over Food, Fitness + Fatigue
In this episode, Michelle tells us how to stop obsessing over food, fitness, and fatigue. It’s time to nourish your body, find balance, and align with what truly serves you—without striving for perfection.For You, The Ambitious G...
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26:04
Strong. Soft. Certain - The New Era of the Ambitious + Fit Woman
Strong. Soft. Certain.In this identity-shifting episode, Michelle introduces the new era of the ambitious woman—and how to evolve your health, body, and energy to reflect your next-level identity.You’ll learn:...
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20:06
Personal Q+A: Answering Your Top Fitness, Nutrition, Mindset + Lifestyle Questions (Rapid Fire!)
In this unfiltered, high-value episode, Michelle answers your top questions about fitness, nutrition, mindset, energy, and lifestyle—from how she trains and eats to how she resets when life feels overwhelming.Inside, you’ll learn:
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The Gut-Body Connection: Why Your Digestion Impacts Your Fat Loss, Mood & Skin
You’re working hard—but your body still feels off. The bloat, breakouts, mood swings, and low energy? They’re not random—they’re rooted in your gut.In this powerful episode, Michelle unpacks the gut-body connec...
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You’re Not Here for Average—Here’s How to Build the Body & Health That Matches Your Ambition
You’re not here for average.You’ve built a powerful life—but your body still feels like the one area that doesn’t reflect your ambition.In this soul-stirring, strategy-packed episode, Michelle breaks down exactly what’s hol...
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Regulate to Rise: How Nervous System Mastery Unlocks Your Strongest, Most Stunning & Energized Body Yet
In this episode, Michelle reveals one of the most overlooked factors in women’s fitness, health, and transformation journeys—nervous system regulation. If you’ve been stuck in cycles of overtraining, burnout, or frustrating plateaus, you...
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Rewriting Your Story: Breaking Free from Self-Doubt and Owning Your Worth
In this episode, we tackle the self-doubt that holds high-achieving women back from fully stepping into their greatness. It’s time to rewrite the story you’ve been telling yourself about your worth and take bold action toward the woman y...
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21:58
Overcoming Perfectionism: How to Let Go of the Need to Control Everything + Get Into Action!
In this episode, Michelle tackles the paralyzing effect of perfectionism and how it keeps high-achieving women like us from taking action. You’ll learn why done is better than perfect and how to start messy, take action now, and trust th...
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24:56
Why Health and Fitness Are Your Ultimate Success Strategy
Is it true that the more weights you lift, the more money you make? In today’s episode, Quianna Marie is continuing her mindset series and introducing you to fitness, nutrition, and mindset coach and owner of Ambitious + Fit, Michel...
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52:09
You Don’t Have to Choose Between Success and Feeling Amazing in Your Body
High-achieving women are praised for doing it all…But what happens when you’re successful on the outside, yet feel disconnected, burnt out, or uncomfortable in your body?This episode is your permission slip to stop ch...
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The Hidden Key to Fat Loss, Energy & Hormone Balance
If you’ve been feeling drained, stuck with stubborn weight, or trapped in a cycle of cravings and crashes—your blood sugar could be the missing piece.In this episode, Michelle breaks down:What blood sugar actually is (...
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38:54
The Importance of Staying in Your Own Lane & Choosing the Extraordinary Life with Shelby O'Leary
In this episode, Michelle is joined by her friend Shelby O'Leary, a professional equestrian and fitness coach, for a powerful conversation on standing out when you know you're different and choosing the extraordinary life. They dive into the im...
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35:47
Resilience, Identity Evolution, and the Power of Investing in Your Health with Amanda Soukoulis
In this episode, Michelle sits down with her good friend Amanda Soukoulis, a certified Functional Nutritionist, to dive deep into her personal healing journey and the transformation she’s experienced. They discuss the importance of identity evo...
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27:52
How to Reignite Your Motivation When You’ve Lost Momentum
Feeling unmotivated, off track, or like your energy has taken a hit? You’re not alone—and this episode will help you get your spark back.We’re diving into the real reasons high-achieving women lose momentum (even when they’re disciplined...
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20:54
The Truth About Chronic Fatigue: Why You’re Always Tired (Even When You’re Doing Everything Right)
If you’ve been feeling constantly tired, burnt out, or like you’re dragging through your days—even though you’re “doing everything right”—this episode is your wake-up call (in the most loving way).Michelle unpacks the real reaso...
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17:58
Emotional Eating, Body Disconnect & Reasons Why You Are Not Seeing Results As Quickly As You Want
If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly starting over with your nutrition or feel disconnected from your body no matter how hard you try—this episode is for you.Michelle dives into the real reasons high-achieving women strugg...
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18:25
Having Your Dream Body Is a Byproduct— Here’s What You’re Really After
Still chasing the “dream body”… but deep down, feeling stuck, tired, or disconnected? Girl, It’s time to shift the focus.In this bold, identity-driven episode of the Ambitious & Fit Podcast, Michelle reveals the real ...
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20:51
Your Body + Health Are Your Personal Brand: How You Treat Yourself Is the Real Flex
You can’t lead from depletion — and you definitely can’t sustain success without your health.In this bold, movement-based episode of the Ambitious & Fit Podcast, Michelle reveals why your body + health aren’t optional… ...
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How to Cultivate a Circle That Literally Catapults You to Your Highest Potential
In this episode, Michelle reveals the power of your inner circle in helping you elevate to your highest potential. She breaks down how your environment shapes your success and shares actionable steps on how to cultivate a powerful circle of wom...
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24:47
Set Higher Standards for Yourself & Fully Embody Her
In this episode, Michelle dives into how high-achieving women can raise their standards and step into the next-level version of themselves. The key to unlocking your most powerful, unapologetic self starts with one critical factor: the standard...
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24:10
The Real Reasons Why You’re Not Seeing Muscle Tone (Even If You’re Working Out Consistently!)
In this episode, Michelle breaks down the real reasons you’re not seeing muscle definition, even though you’re lifting weights and working hard in the gym. If you’re frustrated with your progress, this episode is for you.Today, we’ll unc...
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