Today we’re talking adrenal fatigue, gym FOMO, and the ridiculous pride of being a dog mom 🐶. Rochelle shares her recent health scare, what it’s like facing possible gym restrictions, and how past experiences with Hashimoto’s and bad doctors have shaped her approach to recovery. AnnMarie brings the laughs (and the dog shower invites) Whether you’ve dealt with burnout, inconsistent training, or just love a good gym rant, this episode’s for you.

We ate cupcakes for breakfast and tried to convince ourselves buying a new gym outfit means we went to the gym. In this episode, Rochelle and AnnMarie get very real about falling into a wellness funk—then figuring out how to bounce back their way out of it. Even though it feels like months that we've been here.   We talk body image meltdowns, spiraling over Tim Horton's donuts, fighting with ChatGPT for glute gains and how it gave us a third arm, plus trying to get back to balance without falling into toxic all-or-nothing habits. We’re not tracking macros. We’re not punishing ourselves. We’re just trying to be kind to our bodies again… one cupcake confession at a time.   👀 If you’ve ever fallen off your routine and felt like a failure—this one's for you.   👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE 😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube  

Ever find yourself doing all the “right” things—tracking macros, hitting the gym, following the plan—but still feeling like absolute 💩 about yourself? In this honest and empowering episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we’re calling out the toxic self-talk that holds so many women back from true progress. We talk about the invisible work—how you speak to yourself, how you treat yourself, and how love (not shame) is the real secret to lasting change. 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here 👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE 😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube    

Welcome back to Gym Bag Confessions — the podcast where we normalize being a hot mess and making gains anyway 💅 In this episode, AnnMarie and Rochelle open up about how it’s been a full month since their last challenge… and they still don’t have their sh*t together. From gut-healing protocols gone rogue, string cheese debates, chaotic gym routines, and mental burnout — they share it ALL. But here’s the kicker: you can still be proud of yourself even in the mess. ✨ We cover: – Why we thought we’d be more “put together” by now – How real progress looks in real life – What’s actually working (even when it feels like nothing is) – The beauty in imperfection and showing up at 70% 🔥 Your permission slip: You don’t need to be perfect to make progress.   💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here 👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE 😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube  

😮 Growing up Mormon taught Rochelle to be "perfect"—on the outside. But that pressure didn’t just mess with her mental health… it wrecked her fitness journey too. In this raw and hilarious confessional, Rochelle and AnnMarie dive deep into how perfectionism shaped their identities, their bodies, and their burnout. In this episode: How religious pressure baked in the “be perfect” mentality 🍰 The surprising ways perfectionism destroys real progress in fitness What finally helped Rochelle start showing up for herself again (hint: ✨radical honesty✨) Why “faking it” to appear disciplined only keeps you stuck How to redefine your “future self” goals without making her a robot  🎉 Shoutout to our She’s Making Gains Spotlight: Molly Carlson 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here 👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE 😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube Follow us on IG   

In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we’re getting real about something way too many of us fall for: extreme fitness routines that promise quick results but leave us burned out and over it. 🥵 We talk about why going 110% all the time doesn’t actually get you where you want to be—and what actually does work instead.   Rochelle opens up about her own history with all-or-nothing thinking and how letting go of perfection changed her entire relationship with fitness. AnnMarie shares how consistency (not intensity) is what keeps her in the game, even during life’s busiest seasons.   If you’ve ever said “I just need to be more disciplined,” or found yourself restarting the same plan over and over—this episode is for you. 💥   🎙️ Confess with us: What’s the wildest fitness rule or routine you’ve tried and regretted? DM us or submit your confession using the link below!   💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here   👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE   😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE   🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube Follow us on IG   

In this week’s episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we're talking about the one habit that completely changed our fitness (and life!) game: weekly and daily planning. From tracking weight loss goals to budgeting money and staying mentally grounded — this habit is the foundation behind every glow-up we've had. We’re also spilling:💪 A Hot Girl Summer win (shoutout to Erica for her 7lb drop!)😂 A gym confession that’ll have you racing strangers on the treadmill🥄 Our Ninja Creami fail (spoiler: orange zest is not it)🧠 Why progress > perfection, and how to actually see your results Whether you’re in a cut, starting fresh, or trying to get organized AF — this episode will help you get (and stay) on track in a way that feels doable. 👇 Links from this episode:✨ Join the Hot Girl Summer Shred Challenge😂 Submit a gym confession🔥 Share your gains + get shouted out on the show Subscribe, share with your gym bestie, and don’t forget — perfection is out, consistency is in.

rom booty-building workout classes to AI-led emotional breakdowns (hi, ChatGPT 👋), this episode is one hot girl spiral… and we’re loving every second of it. Rochelle and AnnMarie are back with confessions, gym wins, and a raw, hilarious take on fitness, hormones, and what it really means to show up for your body. We kick things off with BBL drama and influencer transparency 👀 — should creators disclose their surgery when selling booty programs? Spoiler: yes. Then we dive into the realities of lifting for longevity 🏋️‍♀️, what actually builds muscle, and why your 80-year-old self will thank you for squatting heavy now. You’ll also hear about our latest personal records (hellooo PRs 🔥), real talk about emotional eating 🍫, and the time AnnMarie had a full-blown meltdown that ChatGPT talked her out of. Yes, our AI therapist is back. Oh — and did we mention the Ninja Creami again? Because yes, that’s still a thing 🍦. This episode is chaotic, honest, and just the right amount of unhinged. You’re gonna love it. 🎙 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and join our 30-day Hot Girl Summer Shred Challenge — free, fun, and full of gains. All the links are below!   🎉 Shoutout to our She’s Making Gains Spotlight: @trainwithjoan 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here   👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE   😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE   🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube   Follow us on IG   

🚨 We spiraled this week, HARD. In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we get super real about: ➡️ Gut health poop tests (yes, literally) ➡️ Chocolate binges and macro meltdowns ➡️ Body image spirals and negative self-talk ➡️ How a $200 Ninja Creami became our mental health support system ➡️ Why tracking your wins (even buying brownies) matters We’re showing you what wellness really looks like — messy, hilarious, and authentic AF.   💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here   👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE   😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube Follow us on IG 

Welcome back to another episode of Gym Bag Confessions! In this hilarious, unfiltered, and surprisingly educational episode, AnnMarie and Rochelle dive deep—literally—into their gym bags and expose all the chaos, essentials, and surprises hiding inside. 🎒 From hip thrust pads and energy drinks to psychic business cards (yes, really), the girls compare bags, swap gym horror stories, and share laughs about sweaty socks, pink gear, and dirty gym germs. They also celebrate an inspiring She’s Making Gains story about marathon wins and protein-packed mornings, and reflect on burnout, balance, and consistency. 🔮 You’ll never look at your gym bag—or door handles—the same way again. 🔥 What We Talk About: 👉Our actual gym bag must-haves (and WTFs) 👉A gym confession that turned into a 9-year rest day 😅 👉The power of protein (even for marathon winners) 👉Burnout vs. rest: How to find balance 👉Apple Watch drama & workout splits gone rogue 👉Gym germs, C. diff, and the dangers of porta-potties 😷   👙 Ready for Your Glow-Up?Join our Hot Girl Challenge and step into the strongest, hottest version of yourself 💪→ Daily action steps, support, community, and hella fun.🎉 Sign Up Here   🫶 Want to be featured? Submit your gym confession 👉 Share it here Tell us about your fitness gain 👉 Submit here   🎧 Listen & Subscribe 💌 and share this episode with your gym bestie Click here to watch us on YouTube Follow us on IG    💌 And don’t forget to rate and review 💕

In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we dive into the world of tech and training. From ChatGPT in your gym routine to fitness trackers and smart watches, we’re exploring how technology can either support or sabotage your fitness goals. We’re chatting: 🤖 How ChatGPT can (and can’t) help with your workouts ⌚ Fitness apps & trackers we use and love 🧠 We laugh a lot about how potentially we are addicted to data and tracking Whether you’re obsessed with tracking every step or just trying to figure out if your Apple Watch is gaslighting you, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and our unhinged banter. 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here 👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE   😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube Follow us on IG

You don't have to bully yourself into progress. In this episode, we're getting real about how to make lasting change--without the guilt, shame, or "all-or-nothing" mindset. We talk about why grace is more effective than grind, how to recognize your inner critic, and what it really takes to build habits that stick. Let's stop making ourselves the villain in our own journey. 💪🏼   ✨ You'll hear:  ✅ Why discipline doesn't mean punishment ✅ The power of tiny shifts over dramatic overhauls ✅ How to show up for yourself even on "off" days    🎉 Shoutout to our She's Making Gains Spotlight: anonymous girl at Rochelle's gym   💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL CHALLENGE!! 📝 Sign up here   Shoutout to our She’s Making Gains Spotlight: [INSERT HANDLE/NAME]   👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE?  We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL!👉🏼 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE   😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we'll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE   🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube Follow us on IG  

This episode gets a little unhinged. AnnMarie and Rochelle talk about creatine disasters, when not to be in a calorie deficit, and how to actually train to failure for maximum muscle gains. Whether you’re on a cut or trying to get stronger, this one’s full of truth bombs.💥 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL SUMMER CHALLENGE! Starts May 1, 2025 but you’re welcome to join at any time! 📝 SIGN UP HERE 👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! Big or small - we celebrate them ALL! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE 😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, give us 5 stars if you are enjoying the show and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube Follow us on IG 

Welcome back to another episode of Gym Bag Confessions!This week, AnnMarie and Rochelle are keeping it real about the hard truths of weight loss—starting with this 🔥 mantra: F* your feelings, follow the plan.** From Rochelle’s “immune-boosting” gummy vitamin confession (😂) to AnnMarie’s emotional snack attack mid-closet cleanout, this episode is packed with relatable moments and real strategies. Here’s what we’re diving into: 💪 Why you must be committed, focused, and organized to see results 🧠 How to handle cravings without giving in ⏳ Why healthy weight loss takes longer than you think (and why that’s okay!) 📉 The truth about progress: it’s NOT linear—but that doesn’t mean you’re failing 🎉 Our “She’s Making Gains” spotlight on Sarah from Oregon who ditched 5 daily sugary coffees and is now crushing her gym game! 🎯 Your action step: Write down the possible things that might throw you off your weight loss game—and how you’ll handle them. Planning ahead is the secret weapon, babe!   👇 Tap the links below! 🎉 Shoutout to our She’s Making Gains Spotlight: Sarah S from Oregon 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL SUMMER CHALLENGE! Starts May 1, 2025 — must register by April 30, 2025! 📝 Sign up here   👀 GOT GAINS TO SHARE? We feature YOU in episodes! 👉 SUBMIT YOUR GAINS HERE   😂 GOT A CONFESSION?  Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession and we’ll share it on the pod! CLICK HERE   🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌 Click here to watch us on YouTube   Follow us on IG   

Summer is almost here, and we’re helping you get ready one delicious meal at a time 🍽️💪   In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we’re talking all things MEAL PREP—how to make it easy, high-protein, and totally aligned with your Hot Girl Summer goals ☀️🔥   We’re sharing: 🍴 Our fave high-protein meals that are Hot Girl Summer Challenge-Approved: 🧠 How to plan your meals to hit your macros 🛒 Why online grocery shopping is a game changer 🥘 Bulk cooking tips to make your life easier ✨ And a rotten fish confession you won’t want to miss 😅   💥 Pick 1 high-protein meal you’re hyped to prep this week! Tag us if you make it—we wanna see 💃🍽️   🎉 SHE’S MAKING GAINS This week’s She’s Making Gains feature: @LeahHopeHealth 💌 JOIN OUR HOT GIRL SUMMER CHALLENGE! Starts May 1, 2025 — must register by April 30, 2025! 📝 Sign up here 👀 Got a funny gym confession or a fitness win to share? We feature YOU in episodes!👉 Submit your gains 😂 Share your funny/embarrassing gym confession 🎧 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share this episode with your gym bestie 💌   #GymBagConfessions #MealPrepTips #HighProteinMeals #HotGirlSummerChallenge #ShesMakingGains  

Let’s talk habits, sis. 👏Not the overnight transformations. Not the scale. Not the “go hard or go home” mindset. We’re getting into the real stuff that builds lasting change—your daily habits. 🧠💪 In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we’re keeping it 100 about: 🔁 Why habits > motivation every time 🧃 How small wins stack up to BIG progress 😩 Ditching that all-or-nothing mindset 🧘‍♀️ Giving yourself grace when you’re not “on point” every day If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough—this is your reminder that showing up consistently, even in small ways, is a HUGE flex. 💥 📣 CALLING OUR STRONG GIRLIES! 🔥 Join the FREE Hot Girl Summer Shred: Let’s level up together!  We want to feature YOU on the pod! Submit your stories below: 💥 Share your gains (big or small—we’re celebrating it all!): 😂 Got a funny or embarrassing gym confession? 👉 Confess! 🎧 Don’t forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode. We’re just getting started! 💃🔥💌 And share this with your swole-mate or anyone who needs this convo today.

In this week's episode of Gym Bag Confessions, we're keeping it real with some jaw-dropping stories and deep conversations. Buckle up because this one is a ride! 💬 Our Confessions: AnnMarie spills the tea on her YouTube feed — and let’s just say it’s all about learning about the effects of steroids. Rochelle gets vulnerable with a confession she never thought she’d share publicly — trust us, you don't want to miss this one! 🏆 Performance Enhancing Drugs & Unrealistic Standards:We dive deep into the world of PEDs and how steroid use creates unrealistic expectations for women. Let’s talk about what’s actually possible for our bodies naturally and why it’s time to focus on what really matters. 🏆 Challenge Updates: AnnMarie survived food poisoning before leaving Mexico — barely 😖. Rochelle is getting back on track with her fitness challenge after settling into her new job 🏋️‍♀️. 👀 Comparison Culture & Mental Health:We get real about comparing ourselves to other women and how social media can mess with our mental health. It’s time to stop the scroll and start focusing on our journey. 🌟 Mission Check-In:It’s not about the outcome — it’s about the process. We're here to remind you that progress isn’t linear, and your worth isn’t defined by your results. 🔥 Hot Girl Summer Shred: Click here to join the challenge and level up your fitness game!  📢 Join the Conversation:We want to hear from YOU! 🌟 Share Your Gains: Click here and send us your wins so we can hype you up on the pod! This week we featured @fiftysister from YouTube  🥳 Gym Bag Confessions: Got a funny or embarrassing gym story? Click here and pill the tea!  Listen now & let’s keep making gains! ✨ #GymBagConfessions #WellnessJourney #FocusOnTheProcess

Welcome back to Gym Bag Confessions! 🌟 In this episode, AnnMarie and Rochelle dive deep into the age-old fitness debate: Are you being lazy, or do you actually need to rest? 🏋️‍♀️ What's in the Bag This Week? Gym Confessions: Rochelle shares a slippery bench moment — scooting off with style or tying her shoe to hide the evidence. 🫦 AnnMarie confesses that tricep pushdowns give her... unexpected feelings. 😉 Challenge Updates: Late period bloat? Working out on a new schedule? We've all been there! 📊 AnnMarie shares her dehydration scare story with Jay — a wild reminder to drink that water, y'all! 💧 Lazy vs. Resting: How to Tell the Difference Rochelle and AnnMarie break down the signs of true fatigue vs. just needing a motivational kick in the butt. 💪 Mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual rest — all equally important! Are you honoring your commitments to future you, or just taking the easy way out? This Week's Shoutout: Therese O'Callaghan She's making gains and inspiring us with her 50 lb weight loss journey and marathon achievements! 🏃‍♀️ Check out her story and see how she turned patience into power. Share Your Gains & Confessions! We want to feature YOU! 📢 Got an embarrassing gym story? Share your gym confessions here  🛠️ Crushing your fitness goals? Let us hype you up! Share your gains here  🌟 Subscribe & Follow Don’t forget to hit that Subscribe or Follow button so you never miss a laugh or a lesson! 📺 Stay strong, stay hydrated, and keep confessing! 🤍

In this episode of Gym Bag Confessions, AnnMarie and Rochelle share their latest updates on the fitness challenge and the mindset shifts that have helped them stay on track. AnnMarie opens up about navigating guilt and shame around food while on vacation after eight weeks in a calorie deficit. She shares how she found more balance and stopped beating herself up, proving that enjoying a trip doesn’t have to mean losing progress. Meanwhile, Rochelle talks about the mental game of staying consistent—even when the scale goes up. She dives into all the excuses our minds create and what really needs to change to see results. From cutting struggles to trusting the process, she shares how she sticks to her macros and workouts despite a crazy schedule that includes 12-hour shifts, night shifts, part-time parenting, and training at different gyms in different cities. If you’ve ever felt like skipping a workout or choosing the easy way out, Rochelle has some tough-love advice to make getting it done so much easier. And to wrap things up, in our She’s Making Gains segment, we celebrate Kristie and her journey of consistently making better food choices! Want to be the feature of our she’s making gains segment?  Click here to be featured! 

Welcome back to Gym Bag Confessions with your gym besties, AnnMarie and Rochelle. In this episode, we dive headfirst into our ongoing fitness challenge, focusing on habit-based formation instead of just shedding pounds. We spill the tea on our personal struggles, from hilarious calorie mishaps and late-night ice cream cravings to balancing our diets and gym routines amidst life’s chaos. Rochelle shares her superhero secrets on managing fitness while wrangling six kids. We wrap up with tips on planning, organizing, and staying motivated. Join us and our lovely community as we celebrate personal gains, mishaps, and everything in between. You won't want to miss this laugh-out-loud episode!   We want to hear from you! Share your gains with us, no matter how small, and we'll feature you in an upcoming episode. Because the journey is so much sweeter with friends to share it with.    Share your gains HERE!