Your Best Self with Hannah Saad: Recent Episodes
Hannah Saad
My mission is to help you to be strong, healthy and happy. To have an amazing relationship with your body and to nourish yourself physically and mentally.
My aim for each episode of this podcast is for you to be able to take something and implement it straight into your life.
Whether that be an idea, a way of thinking or an actual strategy.
Know that you can achieve anything you put your mind to.
I hope you love this podcast and that it helps you to continue being Your Best Self 💜
Love Hannah xx
My goodness I was not prepared for this!!
In this episode, I share a no holds barred insight into my first trimester of pregnancy.
I was a little bit nervous about recording this episode and being so raw, honest and vulnerable, but I honestly WISH someone would have told me what to expect and prepared me a bit more for pregnancy because I was absolutely not expecting to find it so hard!
This episode is intended to help you feel less alone, less pressure on yourself and to know that it's normal to struggle.
I hope you find it helpful.
Love Hannah xxx
Here is the link to the Sea bands that helped with my nausea as mentioned in the episode - https://amzn.to/3QAjpsp
Alright, let's address the elephant in the room: Am I going to get bulky from lifting weights? 🐘💪
The truth is, it's not as simple as it may seem.
Achieving a bulky physique requires a specific set of circumstances, so do not be afraid to get in the gym and lift some heavy sh*t.
This episode breaks down everything you need to know and will alleviate your fears about getting bulky.
If you need some guidance and want a program that is going to get you strong, toned and sculpted WITHOUT looking bulky, check out my programs:
www.hannahsaadfitness.com
Enjoy this episode!
Love Hannah xx
This episode started as "tips for beginners in the gym" but evolved into so much more.
I hope you find this episode helpful, and I just want you to remember:
You are not alone
You CAN do this
You're stronger than you think
I believe in you
If you need support please reach out to me, you can message me on instagram @thehannahsaad
You can email me - hannah@hannahsaadfitness.com
I'm always here to support you.
If you want to know more about hiring me to help you on your journey you can message me or visit www.hannahsaadfitness.com
You've got this
Love Hannah xx
WHAT AN EPISODE!!
One of my favourites so far, I had the amazing Clea Mahon on this episode discussing hormonal imbalances, gut health and what to do when you are simply not seeing results from your diet and training.
Clea is a functional medicine practitioner who specialises in gut and hormonal health
If you've been training for a while and you're not getting results, you think there may be something hormonal going on, Clea is your girl!
If you want to get in touch with Clea you can find her on Instagram - @cleamahonhealthcoaching
Probably one of THE MOST heavily debated topics in the fitness industry - what’s better for fat loss?
Strength training or cardio?
In this episode I answer this burning question once and for all.
I hope you find this episode helpful.
Love Hannah xx
Want to learn more about working with me?
Visit www.hannahsaadfitness.com
It's common in the fitness industry to have that "push harder" mentality, but honestly, I believe most women don't actually need more discipline,
I actually believe they need to recognise when it's time to take a break
Here are 5 (well actually there ended up being 7 😅) signs that you are overtraining
I hope you found this episode helpful.
Love Hannah xx
Want to learn more about working with me?
Visit www.hannahsaadfitness.com
As a woman, it can feel like there are endless expectations placed on us when it comes to fitness.
In this episode, I encourage you to bring awareness to your own expectations and how they might be hindering your progress.
Whether it's the pressure to look a certain way or the idea that you need to be able to do it all, these expectations could be holding you back from reaching your true potential.
I hope you love this episode as much as I loved planning and recording it for you 💜
Love Hannah xx
Want to learn more about working with me?
Visit www.hannahsaadfitness.com
In this episode, I answer the questions:
- Can you eat whatever you want when you're bulking?
- I'm eating healthy but I'm not losing weight - why?
- What foods help you lose weight?
- What supplements do you recommend?
- Should you use protein powder to hit your protein targets or get it all from food?
- Tips & tricks for meal planning/prep?
- How many days of overeating does it take to gain weight?
I hope you find this episode helpful!
Love Hannah xx
Need some help achieving your health and fitness goals?
Learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
If you've ever wondered this, then this episode is for you!!
I share some of the ways I motivate myself and my clients that you can start using straight away!
I LOVED recording this episode and I think it will really help you!
Love Hannah xx
Do you like the way I teach?
Want to work with me to help achieve your health and fitness goals?
To learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
If you've been wondering what The Glow Up Challenge is going to look like, this is for you!
I hope this answers your questions and inspires you to jump in and start your Glow Up!
Join the Glow Up Challenge
If you have any questions please message me on Instagram @thehannahsaad
or email me - hannah@hannahsaadfitness.com
Love Hannah xx
P.S.
Here is the link to join the challenge
www.hannahsaadfitness.com
One of the biggest mistakes I see women in particular make in the gym is NOT GOING HEAVY ENOUGH!
This episode will explain what could very likely be the missing ingredient to you getting amazing results.
You're capable of more than you think!
Progressive overload is a term that fitness trainers throw around without fully explaining what it actually means to "progressively overload"
This episode will give you all the information you need to know about how to progressively overload your body to get results.
I hope you find this episode helpful!
Love Hannah xx
Need some help achieving your health and fitness goals?
Learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
In this episode I answer the questions:
Should you work out on your period?
Why do you feel so tired at certain times of the month?
Is it normal to feel really strong some days and really weak on others?
How does hormonal contraception affect your moods, strength and cycle?
To view the graphs and visual content that I mention in the training, click this link
https://www.instagram.com/p/CqHS-OMP1gN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Want to watch the video version?
Watch now on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/6HYWsxDtymk
I answer these questions in detail and share more information to help you understand your cycle and the different phases (and how to use them to your advantage)
I hope you find this episode helpful!
Love Hannah xx
Do you like the way I teach?
Want to work with me to help achieve your health and fitness goals?
To learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
I know you love the nutrition episodes so here is another one for you 💜
In this episode I answer the questions:
What should you do if you "blow out" on the weekends
Is keto the best method for weight loss?
Does intermittent fasting really work?
Is cardio essential for fat loss?
And my personal fave - how quick results can lead to even quicker rebounds, and what you should do instead
I hope you find this episode helpful!
Love Hannah xx
Links:
Free Ebook - Should You Track Your Macros?
Need some help achieving your health and fitness goals?
Learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
This episode is actually a throwback to one of the first ever podcast episodes that I recorded.
I was listening to some old episodes for a bit of inspo and this one really hit me, I feel like I needed to hear it and I hope it resonates with you too.
In this episode, I share some of the ways in which I have taught myself to “respond rather than react” when situations trigger me, and I hope that you can takeaway some useful tools that can help you too.
I hope you love this episode and find it helpful.
Remember, building a strong and resilient mindset is a life-long journey and there will always be good days and bad.
You're doing amazing
Love Hannah xx
Need some help achieving your health and fitness goals?
Learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
If you have ever thought "I'm eating healthy, why aren't I losing weight?" then THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU!
This was one of the biggest struggles I faced in the early days of my fitness journey, so I hope sharing this experience saves you from experiencing some of the same struggles I went through!
Love Hannah xx
Links:
Free Ebook - Should You Track Your Macros?
Spotify - Should You Track Your Macros Podcast Episode
Apple Podcasts - Should You Track Your Macros Podcast Episode
Need some help achieving your health and fitness goals?
Learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
"Respect yourself and others will respect you" - Confucius
In this episode, I share 5 ways to earn respect from others but also for yourself.
I hope you love this episode and find it helpful.
Be kind to yourself, you're doing amazing.
Love Hannah xx
Need some help achieving your health and fitness goals?
Learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
I LOVED this episode on Awareness with the amazing Emma Scrench
In this episode, we discuss how to increase your self-awareness, and how you can use it to learn from your mistakes and improve your habits.
"Self-awareness doesn't stop you from making mistakes, it allows you to learn from them"
I hope you love this episode and find it helpful.
Be kind to yourself, you're doing amazing.
Love Hannah xx
Book Recommendations:
Atomic Habits - https://amzn.to/3XAO2Pn
Here is the tool I mentioned to help you assess where you are currently so that you can realistically plan where you are going:
Download your Wheel of Life Workbook - https://mailchi.mp/e493f76a3d41/wheeloflife
Listen to last week’s podcast episode for more information on this process:
Listen on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ESpYuzILGypuzlRkxBz1A?si=XInChpTUR2Kpkxaxz_69ZA
Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/3-reasons-you-didnt-achieve-your-goals-last-year-and/id1660174559?i=1000595313070
Connect with Emma on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/emmascrenchfitness/
Need some help achieving your health and fitness goals?
Learn more about working with me, visit: www.hannahsaadfitness.com
I hope you're ready to make 2023 your best year yet!
In this episode, I share 3 reasons you might not have been achieving your goals, as well as one of the most powerful exercises I do to help me achieve my goals.
Doing this exercise regularly has honestly changed my life and completely opened my eyes to what is possible for me and for all of us when we actively work on creating our life.
I hope this episode gives you some inspiration and motivation to believe that you are capable, you are worthy and the future holds great things for you.
Believe in yourself 💜
Love Hannah xx
Download your free Wheel of Life Workbook:
https://mailchi.mp/e493f76a3d41/wheeloflife
Book Recommendations:
Girls That Invest: https://amzn.to/3EBt9Mq
She's On The Money: https://amzn.to/3keUxbl
In this episode I answer the questions:
Does it matter what time of day you eat certain meals and foods?
Should dinner be a smaller meal because you are going to bed?
Should you aim to eat a certain amount of time before bed?
Does it matter if you eat the same food each day and just change what you eat for dinner?
Does it matter if you don’t eat before a workout?
I hope you find this episode helpful!
Love Hannah xx
Links:
Free Ebook - Should You Track Your Macros?
8 Week "Your Best Self" Challenge
Book recommendations:
Why We Sleep - Matthew Walker
In this episode I opened up about a lesson I learnt the hard way - "health" and "fitness" aren't necessarily the same thing.
I speak about what I learned in modelling and competing and why you should never compare yourself to what you see on social media.
I hope you find it helpful 💜
Love Hannah xx
My 8 Week "Your Best Self" Challenge starts January 16th!
Sign up before 31st December and receive TWO free nutrition guides - "Nutrition Made Simple" and "How To Use My Fitness Pal"
Sign up now at
www.hannahsaadfitness.com
This episode was supposed to be about how to stay on track over Christmas, but it took an unexpected twist 😳
Probably one of the most important messages I've ever shared.
I hope you have a wonderful and guilt-free Christmas - you deserve it 💜
Love Hannah xx
This is an extra special episode where I am joined by my best friend Gina.
Gina has been sober for 18 months and shares her journey, the challenges she faced and some helpful insights for anyone who wants to cut down or stop drinking.
This is an eye-opening and insightful episode for anyone who has ever felt they may drink too much, want to stop drinking or feel pressured to drink in certain situations.
You can find Gina on Instagram @soberstronggigi
If you are struggling with alcohol you are not alone and there are people who can help and support you.
Here are a few contacts you can reach out to:
Alcohol and Drug Foundation Helpline: 1300 858 584 (9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday)
Alcohol Drug Information Service (ADIS): 1800 250 015 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week)
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week). You can also chat online with the Beyond Blue Support Service every day from 3pm until 12am.
And a full list of services (including online chats if you prefer that to talk over the phone) can be found here:
https://drinkwise.org.au/drinking-and-you/support-services/#
You are stronger than you think,
Love Hannah xx
In this episode, I share my thoughts on tracking Macros and Calories.
I discuss who might find it helpful, but also who SHOULD NOT track Macros.
I hope you find it helpful
Love Hannah xx
In this episode, I share one of the most important lessons I learnt on my fitness journey.
I hope this episode gives you some inspiration and motivation and shows you that you are not alone, we ALL have our off days.
Keep showing up 💜
Love Hannah xx