Hosted by Karen Dougherty · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 66 episodes
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Karen Dougherty hosts The Sizzle Lean Show, a health show with 66 episodes published.
In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about alcohol, the benefits, the downsides, and the real science behind how it affects your body, your fitness, and your overall well‑being. I share my own perspective
This week, we’re diving into the real science behind summer fitness, the stuff nobody tells you, but everyone feels. From why workouts feel harder in the heat, to the secret leg‑day hiding in your beach walk, to hydratio
In this episode, we’re celebrating the micro‑joys of fitness... the tiny, humorous moments that make showing up feel a little easier, happier, and way more human. From the first sip of protein drink, smoothie, or even ic
Aging isn’t meant to be a decline...it’s a reveal. In this episode, I share why turning 60 isn’t something I’m dreading, but something I am super proud of! From emotional strength to physical resilience, from deeper rela
In this episode, we’re breaking down the lies we tell ourselves. The tiny stories and big excuses that keep us stuck. From “I’ll start Monday” to “I don’t need to stretch,” we’re calling out the classics with humor and h
In this episode, I break down why wellness feels so overwhelming at times and why it has nothing to do with discipline or motivation. It’s cognitive load. When your brain is juggling too many decisions, even simple choic
In this episode, I sit down with coach Josh Waltz from Takeover Athletics in Virginia to talk about his journey into fitness, the mentors who shaped him, and the coaching philosophy that guides him today. We dig into how
In this episode, I sit down with the creator of the wildly successful Retro Fitness Babes page with over half a million followers. What started as a simple hobby turned into a nostalgic movement celebrating the iconic fi
In this episode I sit down with Alexis for a candid conversation about her experience using a GLP‑1 medication as part of her wellness journey. Alexis shares what led her to consider a GLP‑1, how she felt before starting
In this episode, we dig into the messy, very human habit of comparison and why we do it, how it can derail our progress, and the surprising ways it can actually help us grow. I talk about the brain science behind compari
This week, Steve flips the script and takes over the host chair to interview… me. What started as a simple question “How did you get started, and what sports did you play growing up?” turned into a full deep‑dive into th
I know it might feel a little repetitive, but ironically, this past week I’ve had to actually apply everything we’ve been talking about in the previous episodes to my own life. And yes, there was drama, stress, and proba
We’ve been taught to treat discipline like a punishment… But here’s the truth: discipline is self-care in motion. It’s not restriction. It’s not suffering. It’s not “be good or else.” Discipline is you saying: “I matter
“Have you ever found yourself stuck because everything has to be perfect… before you start?” Perfectionism says, “It has to be perfect.” Procrastination replies, “Then I’ll do it later.” Perfectionism and procrastination
My latest podcast episode takes a walk through the decades of movement: what we gained, what we lost, and why mobility and strength matter more than ever right now. If you love nostalgia, fitness history, or just want a
Motivation is great… until it disappears. In this episode, I break down why motivation alone won’t keep you consistent, and what actually does. We talk discipline, habit-building, and how to create structure in a world t
In this episode, I sit down once again with Marcha, an athlete whose talent is matched only by her honesty and heart. Marcha is chasing a spot at the CrossFit Games in the Masters Division, but what makes her story so co
For the third time, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tammi Saunders and every conversation with her reminds me why she’s such an epic athlete and human. Tammi recently made a huge life shift, moving from the warm,
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nancy Adam, a wellness professional whose work spans Health Coaching, Massage Therapy, and a deeply personal understanding of what it means to rebuild a healthy life from the inside ou
I have been reflecting on some feedback I received from past podcast guests because one message kept coming up over and over again: to give ourselves more grace. The truth is...I really needed to hear that, especially at
Joe
lawyer-dad · Cornerstone City Church
1 appearance on this show
Alexis
Spanish to English translator · none
1 appearance on this show
Rebecca
mother priestess · my homeschool village
1 appearance on this show
Steve
@NYCaptainSteve · Altered Stangs
3 appearances on this show
Emily
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The Sizzle Lean Show is hosted by Karen Dougherty. The show is categorised under health (fitness) and has published 66 episodes.
The Sizzle Lean Show has published 66 episodes.
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