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The Sizzle Lean Show

The Sizzle Lean Show

Hosted by: Karen Dougherty

Open discussion about anything Health and Wellness

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There is No Such Thing as a Stupid Question: 20 Real Fitness Questions Answered for Adults Over 50

What do adults over 50 really want to know about fitness, movement, and recovery? In this episode, Karen teams up with Steve to answer 20 of the most Googled and AI-asked fitness questions, from mobility myths to...
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Mobility First: Rethinking What It Means to Stay Fit

In this conversation with Steve, we explore why mobility work is often the missing link in sustainable health. While intense training has its place, it’s not the only path to wellness, and for many, it’s not the...
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Beyond the Hype: My Sweat Lodge Experience and Where Saunas and Cold Plunges Originated

This week, I’m sharing something deeply personal and powerful, my recent trip to Colorado, where I had the honor of participating in a traditional Native American sweat lodge. With all the buzz around saunas, cold...
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Gas Station Protein & Cross-Country Grit: Emily’s Return

I had the best time sitting down with Emily for her second visit with us to podcast land. This time the three of us laughed, swapped stories, and caught up on all things Emily, including her big move from Virginia to...
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The Blood Type Diet: What’s in Your DNA with Sheridan Grinager

In this re-recorded episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and nutrition powerhouse Sheridan to explore the fascinating world of the blood type diet, what it is, where it came from, and how it might help us eat...
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From CrossFit Coach to Guidance Counselor: Reps and Resilience - Alyssa Sheeran

I sit down with one of my very first CrossFit coaches Alyssa Sheeran, a powerhouse of compassion, grit, and wisdom. She’s not only a phenomenal fitness coach but also a middle school guidance counselor who brings...
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Trainer of Beasts, Bodybuilders & Everyday Warriors: Kasha Winston Unleashed

She’s trained champions, tamed wolves, and shaped my journey to 1st place—meet the one and only Kasha Winston. I had the honor of sitting down with my own bodybuilding coach, Kasha Winston—a fierce, brilliant trainer...
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Fall Fitness Trends - September 2025 Version

“The internet loves to talk fitness trends—but being in the industry, I see what’s actually gaining traction. Pilates Reformer Boutique Studios and Weighted Vests are definitely leading the charge, blending strength...
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Strong, Sassy & Jersey Proud: A Sit-Down with Nicole Greco Peepas

In this high-energy episode. I sit down with fitness influencer and Celebrity Trainer Nicole Greco Peepas, who’s built a vibrant online community of over 16,000 followers (me included) ...And the Bro Brand (Building...
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From Movement to Mindset: Leeor Kelly on Healing Through Compassion

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and colleague Leeor Kelly of Leeor Kelly Fit (@leeorkellyfit)—an advocate for mindful movement and nourishing mindsets. We dive into OUR journey through Pilates Reformer...
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Catching Up with Steve: A Casual Look Back

In this laid-back episode, it’s just me and Steve reflecting on the journey so far—no big revelations, just a relaxed conversation about the guests we’ve had, the episodes that stood out, and what it’s been like...
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Tackling Post-Partum Depression, C-sections and Pregnancy with Alexis Heaslip

In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with Alexis, a courageous mother of two, we unpack her journey through postpartum depression, with two very different pregnancy experiences. Alexis opens up about the...
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