Parachute Advice: Recent Episodes
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A podcast about everything life threw at me that I learned to survive. From the physical, mental, emotional and financial twists and turns after losing both my parents by 25, job loss, near bankruptcy at 31 to how finally losing 200 pounds changed my life at 42! Let me tell you how I packed my parachute with every experience and the knowledge it gave me to land on my feet happier and healthier than I expected! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
Today’s episode is all about healthy ideas for eating and cooking through the holidays. I share tips and tricks to stay on your diet or in maintenance through the holiday period. I also share recipe ideas for cooking a healthy Thanksgiving or Christmas meal.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers how I managed through dining out while I was on my weight loss plan and the path to losing 200 pounds
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers how I managed through the holidays and special occasions while I was on my weight loss plan and the path to losing 200 pounds
Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below
- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is all about my transition to maintenance calories and the start of my long term lifestyle changes. The hardest part of dieting is when it ends. Now you have to sustain all the hard work. Avoiding the pitfalls of your old lifestyle
Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below
- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers an interesting topic. I share my tips and tricks on how to use LinkedIn to build your career and potentially find your next job. I give some of my thoughts on what should and should not be on LinkedIn and ways it should and shouldn't be used.
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- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today I will discuss my struggles with depression and anxiety. I will cover some of the coping strategies I have used and what was important over my weight loss journey for me to be successful losing 200 pounds.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers a topic I know far too much about. The death of parents, family, and friends. I share things I have learned and experiences I have had. I give some tips for how to navigate this tough situation and things I wish I had known. But most of all I try to guide you through the toughest experience you will have in life. One that will happen no matter how much you tell yourself it won't.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers the process I went through to make the move to a new position. I cover my thoughts on counter offers, making “I will leave for a new job" threats, dealing with recruiters and I share some funny stories. Including how HR called me a liar and the time I failed an online personality test.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
I am resharing this episode from season one. I think it could be very helpful in the current job market and economy. Today’s episode is an outline of how I have managed my career and the resulting job searches as I have moved through my career. I share tips on resumes, LinkedIn, and the interview process. I even walk you through the offer acceptance process and how to give your 2 weeks notice.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
I am resharing this episode from season one. I think it could be very helpful in the current job market and economy. Today’s episode is all about my experiences with managing my career after being laid off. I share insights in how I have increased my salary by more than 2 times in 10 years and the red flags I watch for. Your job and how it impacts you plays a role in every aspect of your life. Now is your chance to take control of your own destiny!
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers all of my favorite sweet snack items I eat and keep on hand now that I am on maintenance. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers all of my favorite savory snack items I eat and keep on hand now that I am on maintenance. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below
- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers some of the core hard learned lessons I got after losing my job. I also share some tips and tricks to be prepared if it was to happen to you. All of this is info I learned after being out of work for 12 months and nearly going bankrupt. I hope this helps if it was to happen to you. I also share some preemptive things everyone should do to be prepared for a possible layoff. In the end job loss, getting laid off, or facing the possibility of a layoff can be hard, but with some preparation it can be easier than it needs to be.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers all the support items I used while cooking during my diet. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers all the vegetables I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers all the fruits and carbohydrates I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below
- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode I cover some of my tips and tricks to building micro habits towards a healthy lifestyle. I share some of my personal experiences and what I did to get to this point in my life. These are the tips and tricks that led me to losing 200 pounds and getting in the best shape of my life. Including how I got into spin, running, and strength training to manage my new lifestyle and health.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode I share some insights, tips and tricks on how to pick a gym as a first time gym goer. I also go over some tips on getting started in a new exercise routine at the gym. I also highlight seven ways to beat gymtimidation as outlined in an article in The Guardian.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode covers all the lean proteins I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode I share 6 tips from Myfitnesspal to reinvigorate you and your New Year’s Eve resolution. I discuss the frustration that comes up and how to get through those rough spots. It includes the idea of reevaluating your goals’, motivations, and needs. I share ways to change things up like your work out routine and diet. As well as the idea of getting expert help.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode I cover the Keto, low carb, and Atkins diets. I then review my thoughts on each of them and how they fit into what I did to lose 200 pounds. I also give my overall view on the importance of calories in versus calories out and making sure these are in proper balance to be successful. In the end we are looking for a long term successful lifestyle not a short lived diet.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode I walk you through what a day in my life looks like and how I schedule my week. I also discuss the importance of self care and how having a good schedule and routine is key to weight loss and long term weight maintenance. I cover how and why I grocery shop the way I do, my meditation routine, journaling and reading schedule. All of this I find has been the core to my success. Finally I cover my gym schedule, running and general workout routine. One other topic is how important having set rules around your routine and how to use them to hold yourself accountable and limit interference from others.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is an outline of the weight loss plan I built for myself back in January of 2020 that ultimately resulted in a weight loss of 185 pounds in 19 months.
Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below
- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today's episode I will share the back story that led up to me losing 200 pounds and some of the key events that led up to the decision. I will also share some background on my life and some of the major events that resulted in me finally changing everything I was doing to get in the best health of my life.
Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below
- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
**Today’s episode is a quick bonus on serving the holidays and all the impacts it can have on your diet. I share 9 points from an excellent article published on the myfitnesspal blog titled “Your 9-Step Strategy to Maintain Your Weight During the Holidays” The article offers great tips on how to diet and maintain your weight through the holidays!
https://blog.myfitnesspal.com/your-9-step-strategy-to-maintain-your-weight-during-the-holidays**
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- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is about the future of the podcast as we head into the second year and what I am calling season two of this crazy journey. I also ask everyone listening to share this show with anyone they think could benefit from hearing it as you and celebrate with family, friends and coworkers over the holiday season. Thank you and have a great holiday season. I look forward to each of you joining me in the New Year.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is a follow up to the program I used to build heart health through daily Cardio exercise. How I successfully lost 200 pounds with simple HITT and Tabata workouts. Why do I use Peloton and didn’t purchase other equipment like a rowing machine or elliptical. I also discuss the Schwinn IC4, the spin bike I use daily to workout. Finally I share how I ended up getting into running after vowing I never would and how I trained to run my first 5k. Plus info on how to shop for running shoes to get you into running. (Side note because it bothers me, yes I mispronounced my running shoes. They are Hoka Arahi 6.)
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- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is about my trip to Nashville and the first time I completely tossed my plan out and just lived like I was not on a diet or maintenance. I will cover some of the pros and cons. As well as the consequences to my long term success. Hopefully you will get some insights and a few laughs from it along the way.
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- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is all about healthy ideas for eating and cooking through the holidays. I share tips and tricks to stay on your diet or in maintenance through the holiday period. I also share recipe ideas for cooking a healthy Thanksgiving or Christmas meal.
Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below
- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is about what the last year since losing 200 pounds has been like. I will discuss my successes and failures as well as some of my greatest fears since losing all the weight.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is about motivation. We will dive into several concepts on motivation and then I will share tips and tricks I use to motivate myself. Whether it was on this weight loss journey or other projects like the podcast.
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- Follow me for cooking ideas at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuteadvice/
- Find links to my favorite items and recipes at linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice
- Check out my website for all episodes: https://parachuteadvice.buzzsprout.com
- Email me at: parachuteadvicepodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is about my strategy for planning for retirement. Planning for retirement is like the maintenance phase of weight loss not glamorous or even fun at times but vital to your long term success. I share my personal views on investment strategy, picking a financial advisor, and building a portfolio strategy
Today’s episode is all about tips and tricks to make cooking fun and unique. I share some recipes and ideas I use regularly. All weaved around stories of growing up in a family that made cooking and eating together central to family life. I cover a lot of diet tips and tricks I used to eat healthy through my weight loss journey.
Today’s episode is about all the lessons I had to learn after destroying my personal finances post college. At one point racking up $20,000 in credit card debt while buying a $50,000 speed boat I couldn't afford all because of a flawed view of my income potential and personal accountability for your finances. I cover topics ranging from budgeting to net-worth statements.
Today’s episode is about some of the positive and negative observations I have made going through this weight loss journey. And the huge physical and at times mental transformation
Today’s episode is about some of the stupid stuff I did over the years. As I have mentioned my partying and drinking at times was over the top and by most standard definitions out of control. Today I will focus on New Year's Eve in particular the time my partying nearly got me killed.
Today’s episode is all about my transition to maintenance calories and the start of my long term lifestyle changes. The hardest part of dieting is when it ends. Now you have to sustain all the hard work. Avoiding the pitfalls of your old lifestyle
Today’s episode is an outline of how I have managed my career and the resulting job searches as I have moved through my career. I share tips on resumes, LinkedIn, and the interview process. I even walk you through the offer acceptance process and how to give your 2 weeks notice.
Today’s episode is all about my experiences with managing my career after being laid off. I share insights in how I have increased my salary by more than 2 times in 10 years and the red flags I watch for. Your job and how it impacts you plays a role in every aspect of your life. Now is your chance to take control of your own destiny!
Today’s episode is all about the program I used to build heart health through daily Cardio exercise. How I successfully lost 200 pounds with simple HITT and Tabata workouts. Why do I use Peloton and didn’t purchase other equipment like a rowing machine or elliptical. I also discuss the Schwinn IC4, the spin bike I use daily to workout.
Today I will discuss my struggles with depression and anxiety. I will cover some of the coping strategies I have used and what was important over my weight loss journey for me to be successful losing 200 pounds.
Today’s bonus episode is the follow up to the cardiologist visit and I share the results of the CT angiogram with contrast dye and Echocardiogram.
Today’s episode I share the story of my dad’s death and how this led me to visit a cardiologist at 43 years old. I will cover the fear and apprehension I have over finally getting an EKG, Echocardiogram, and coronary CT angiogram with contrast dye.
Today’s episode covers how I managed through dining out while I was on my weight loss plan and the path to losing 200 pounds.
Today’s episode covers how I managed through the holidays and special occasions while I was on my weight loss plan and the path to losing 200 pounds.
Today’s episode covers all the fats, condiments, sauces, dairy, and packaged foods I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, H Mart, local Asian markets, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
Today’s episode covers all the vegetables and carbohydrates I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
Today’s episode covers all the lean proteins I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food.
**Today’s episode is my weight loss plan in greater detail. I include the tools I used, the calorie tracking methodology I followed, how I ate through the day, and some of the adjustments I made over the 19 months that resulted in the successful loss of 185 pounds over that time frame. I also include some high level meal planning info.
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Today’s episode is an outline of the weight loss plan I built for myself back in January of 2020 that ultimately resulted in a weight loss of 185 pounds in 19 months.
Today's episode I will share the back story that led up to me losing 200 pounds and some of the key events that led up to the decision. I will also share some background on my life and some of the major events that resulted in me finally changing everything I was doing to get in the best health of my life.
Today’s short episode is a quick overview of the Parachute Advice Podcast and some of the topics I plan to cover. From the physical, mental, emotional and financial twists and turns after losing both my parents by 25, job loss, near bankruptcy at 31 to how finally losing 200 pounds changed my life at 42!