The Athlete Mom Project | Hybrid Strength Training, Postpartum Healing, Nutrition for Females, Mountain Adventures, and Tips
Chandler Sommerfeldt | Strength and Conditioning Coach, Postpartum and Precision Nutrition Certified and Active Life Professional Candidate
47 episodes
2 weeks ago
The Athlete Mom Project is where mountain-loving moms come to get stronger, fuel better, and reclaim their athletic identity—without sacrificing family life. Hosted by strength & endurance coach Chandler Sommerfeldt, this podcast blends science-backed training, practical nutrition strategies, and mindset shifts to help you build muscle, lose body fat, boost energy, and perform at your best in the mountains and beyond.
From trail running to strength training, postpartum recovery to performance fueling, each episode delivers real talk, actionable tips, and inspiring stories for athlete moms who want to feel confident, capable, and unstoppable—on the trail, in the gym, and in everyday life.
Whether you’re chasing your kids or a finish line, The Athlete Mom Project will help you train smarter, eat to perform, and step into the strongest version of yourself. And if you’re not having fun, you’re doing it wrong. When done right, movement can quite literally change your life because Movement is Medicine.
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The Athlete Mom Project is where mountain-loving moms come to get stronger, fuel better, and reclaim their athletic identity—without sacrificing family life. Hosted by strength & endurance coach Chandler Sommerfeldt, this podcast blends science-backed training, practical nutrition strategies, and mindset shifts to help you build muscle, lose body fat, boost energy, and perform at your best in the mountains and beyond.
From trail running to strength training, postpartum recovery to performance fueling, each episode delivers real talk, actionable tips, and inspiring stories for athlete moms who want to feel confident, capable, and unstoppable—on the trail, in the gym, and in everyday life.
Whether you’re chasing your kids or a finish line, The Athlete Mom Project will help you train smarter, eat to perform, and step into the strongest version of yourself. And if you’re not having fun, you’re doing it wrong. When done right, movement can quite literally change your life because Movement is Medicine.
#31 - Overhyped Fat Loss Hacks: What You’re Getting Wrong (and What Actually Works)
The Athlete Mom Project | Hybrid Strength Training, Postpartum Healing, Nutrition for Females, Mountain Adventures, and Tips
34 minutes
4 months ago
#31 - Overhyped Fat Loss Hacks: What You’re Getting Wrong (and What Actually Works)
<p>Fat loss advice on the internet is a mess. </p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>In this episode of <em>The Athlete Mom Project Podcast,</em> I’m calling out the overhyped fat loss hacks that are keeping you frustrated, plateaued, and chasing results that never stick. We’ll dig into why eating less and doing more eventually stops working, what really happens to your metabolism when you diet for too long, and the difference between fat loss and weight loss that no one talks about.</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>I’ll walk you through the red flags that show you’ve been in a deficit for too long—like low energy, poor sleep, hormonal shifts, and stalled progress—and help you understand why your body isn’t the problem... your strategy is.</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>If you’re tired of chasing quick fixes and want to finally feel confident in your approach, this episode is for you.</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>And if this episode hit home for you, take a screenshot and share it to your Instagram story so other athlete moms can break free from the hack culture too. Tag me so I can share the love and cheer you on and probably send you a coffee via Venmo ;) </p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p><strong>Athlete Mom Project Resources</strong></p><p><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/withchanyoucan/">@withchanyoucan</a></p><p><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>Learn More About the Hut Trip Here:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DKxhiKgxKkn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">San Juan Mountains Hut Trip</a></p><p><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>.</strong></p><p>🗓️ September 23–25</p><p>📍 Silverton, Colorado - San Juan Mountains</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>Over two nights we’ll move our bodies, hike to alpine lakes, eat nourish meals, share stories over campfires and reconnect with our bodies — surrounded by alpine peaks at 10,000 feet, yummy food, and even better conversation.</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p>🛏️ Full Retreat: $900→ Includes lodging, 2 days of meals, a 12-week prep program, and all workshops→ EARLY BIRD PRICING: $750 (limit to 5 spots through June 22, 2025)→ 16 TOTAL spots are available</p><p>💻 Virtual Only: $199→ 12-week training plan + community access in my coaching app + workshop recordings→ Unlimited spots available</p><p>PAYMENT PLANS are available as low as $56 per month 🫶🏻</p><p>💥 12-week training plan included</p><p>💥 Expert-led workshops</p><p>💥 All meals + lodging included in the price</p><p><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>.</strong></p><p>Please like and subscribe, rate it, and share with your friends if you found this podcast valuable. It helps this content reach more people!</p><p>.</p><p>.</p><p><strong>And remember—with Chan, you CAN 💪</strong></p><p>Let's climb this mountain together!</p>
The Athlete Mom Project | Hybrid Strength Training, Postpartum Healing, Nutrition for Females, Mountain Adventures, and Tips
The Athlete Mom Project is where mountain-loving moms come to get stronger, fuel better, and reclaim their athletic identity—without sacrificing family life. Hosted by strength & endurance coach Chandler Sommerfeldt, this podcast blends science-backed training, practical nutrition strategies, and mindset shifts to help you build muscle, lose body fat, boost energy, and perform at your best in the mountains and beyond.
From trail running to strength training, postpartum recovery to performance fueling, each episode delivers real talk, actionable tips, and inspiring stories for athlete moms who want to feel confident, capable, and unstoppable—on the trail, in the gym, and in everyday life.
Whether you’re chasing your kids or a finish line, The Athlete Mom Project will help you train smarter, eat to perform, and step into the strongest version of yourself. And if you’re not having fun, you’re doing it wrong. When done right, movement can quite literally change your life because Movement is Medicine.
