The Chalene Show | Diet, Fitness & Life Balance

• Saturday Spill | The Downside And Mental Impact Of My Facelift

  Listen to the full 40 min episode called "The Downside And Mental Impact Of My Facelift"  Here - https://www.patreon.com/posts/downside-and-of-145190430 Picture this: Someone with access to the best doctors and all the right connections still ends up facing a terrifying post surgery complication. In this Saturday Spill, Chalene shares the story that made her rethink how casually plastic surgery gets talked about and why transparency comes with a heavier responsibility than she expected. This story is part of The Saturday Spill series a little peek into the wild, unfiltered stuff that usually stays on Patreon. Some weeks it's hilarious, some weeks it's jaw-dropping, but it's always real life that doesn't quite fit on the regular show. If you're into a little chaos and behind-the-scenes tea, you're in the right place. If you love it, amazing…you can listen to more episodes here http://Chalene.com/more

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• My Favorite Purchases of 2025 and the Documentaries You Need to Watch - 1254

  This special Friday episode is a fun two for one. Chalene breaks down her top 10 favorite purchases of 2025 that actually made everyday life easier, comfier, and more enjoyable, from sleep upgrades and style shortcuts to wellness tools that truly earned a permanent spot in her routine. Then the conversation shifts into her most binge worthy documentary and docuseries picks, including jaw dropping true crime, messy family dynasties, cult like power stories, and investigations that stick with you long after you finish watching. She shares why certain stories hit harder, what most people overlook, and which shows are worth sitting down for versus letting play in the background. If you love honest recommendations, real talk, and ideas you can use right away, this episode is for you. 🔥Join Chalene on Patreon  for all the "age-affirming" surgery Updates  👉 http://chalene.com/more   💥Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! I use and love! 👉http://chalene.com/midi   😘 Promised Links: Chalene's Top Purchases For 2025 http://chalene.com/favorites Full Holiday Gift Guide https:https://chalene.com/holidayguide 🔥What To Watch: Sean Combs | The Reckoning - Netflix Note: Watch before the upcoming deep dive episode. Waves and War - Netflix A Vanishing in Apple Valley - Netflix Betrayal - Hulu The Perfect Neighbor - Netflix The McBee Dynasty - Peacock Also available via Bravo or YouTube TV depending on subscription. American Apparel - Netflix Unknown Number - Netflix My Nightmare Stalker - Paramount+ Amy Is Missing - Netflix   🎉Show Sponsors: Smart Creatine+ by BrainMD Optimize your brain and body 👉http://chalene.com/creatine Save 20% off plus FREE shipping on either the Best Sellers Trial Pack or the new Plant Based Trial Pack Go to  moshlife.com/CHALENE    🧐Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to [email protected] and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

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• Why Does December Make Women Anxious, Sad, Depressed and Overwhelmed - 1253

  If December feels like too much and everyone seems to expect you to hold it all together, this episode is the permission slip women have been waiting for. Chalene breaks down the invisible load so many women carry during the holidays, from money stress and body image to resentment in relationships and pressure to make everything perfect. She shares real messages from listeners, stories from her own circle, and why social media comparisons and unrealistic expectations make December feel extra heavy. Then she walks you through a powerful pen and paper exercise to separate what you can control from what you can let go of, and shares surprising new research on one simple habit that can lift anxiety and depression fast. If you have ever felt secretly tapped out, overwhelmed, or quietly angry at everyone around you this month, this conversation will help you release some of that weight and breathe again.   🔥Join Chalene on Patreon  for all the "age-affirming" surgery Updates  👉 http://chalene.com/more   🎉Camp Be More 2026!! Registration Now! Only A Few Spots Left  https://campbemore.com   🤓What You Will Learn Why December hits women so hard and why the mental load spikes this month How comparison, money stress, and body image sneak into your mood A quick pen and paper exercise to sort what you can control from what you can release How to set boundaries around obligations and reframe non negotiables Why dancing is scientifically proven to lift anxiety and depression fast A simple ten minute challenge that can shift your mood immediately   🎯Related Links: Book The Anxious Generation - https://amzn.to/4oG6m5X British Medical Journal 2024 meta analysis on exercise and depression anxiety, highlighting dance Articlehttps://bmjgroup.com/walking-jogging-yoga-and-strength-training-ease-depression/ Studyhttps://www.bmj.com/content/384/bmj-2023-075847   🤓Related Episode: Scary Skinny: Why Everyone's Getting Dangerously Thin Again and the Hidden Costs Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000739489417   🎉Show Sponsors: Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! Chalene's Favorite! OneSkin OS-01 Body lotion 👉http://chalene.com/lotion  and use Code Chalene at Checkout Blissy! Sleep better with Blissy and use CHALENE to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/CHALENE     🧐Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to [email protected] and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

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• The Hormone Red Flags Most Doctors Overlook in Women During Perimenopause and Menopause - 1252

  Hormones start shifting way earlier than anyone tells us, and for most women over 35 that sneaky change can make you feel like you are aging in fast-forward. This episode breaks down the hormone symptoms most doctors overlook and explains what is actually happening with estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone when you suddenly have brain fog, mood swings, stubborn weight gain, low libido, or sleep that goes off a cliff. Chalene also clears up the outdated fears around hormone therapy and shares the updated science every woman needs, plus simple natural hormone support options if HRT is not your thing. And if you have ever felt dismissed or confused by conflicting advice, you will hear exactly how to find a clinician who actually understands women's hormone health so you can age powerfully instead of feeling unlike yourself. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday!!  👉https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos 🎉 Camp Be More 2026!! Registration Now! Only A Few Spots Left  https://campbemore.com   🔥 Join Chalene on Patreon  for all the "age-affirming" surgery Updates  👉 http://chalene.com/more   💥Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! I use and love! 👉http://chalene.com/midi   🤓 What You Will Learn Why so many doctors miss perimenopause and menopause symptoms The real differences between perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause How declining estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone affect mood, metabolism, sleep, libido, and weight gain Why visceral fat increases in midlife women and how it relates to inflammation and insulin resistance What the Women's Health Initiative got wrong about breast cancer risk and how updated research supports early HRT How to track symptoms, what labs to request, and when it is time to find a hormone specialist Pros and cons of common hormone delivery methods including creams, patches, pills, and troches Natural hormone support strategies like strength training, sleep, nutrition, and stress reduction How to avoid low quality telehealth clinics and what to look for in a qualified menopause expert     🤓 Related Episodes: I Tested 100 Anti-Aging Supplements - These 7 ACTUALLY WORK! Watch: https://youtu.be/aH1WZoVpd2g?si=9quJpDuaVhBxGKnX Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000673558739   Do these 4 Things to Balance Hormones Naturally Watch: https://youtu.be/guBl405a2jM?si=_pyERnHz97xSZNaf Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000636411968   The Shocking TRUTH About Menopause - Top Doctors Finally Speak Out Watch: https://youtu.be/6FTZF_dnL0s?si=oB7SOu8TAPoPD5Vi Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000687463601     🎉 Show Sponsors: Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! Head to http://greenchef.com/50CHALENE and use code 50CHALENE to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping     🧐 Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to [email protected] and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

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• Scary Skinny: Why Everyone's Getting Dangerously Thin Again and the Hidden Costs - 1251

  Scary skinny is back, and the ultra skinny look is hitting women and girls harder than ever. This episode takes a real look at why rapid, dramatic weight loss is being celebrated again, how celebrity culture and GLP1 drugs are fueling it, and what is really happening behind the filters. From hair loss and hormone crashes to influencer hypocrisy and hidden health fallout, this is an honest conversation about the new wellness lie. Listeners will walk away with clarity, context, and practical ways to protect themselves and their daughters from the pressure to keep getting smaller.   🔥 Join Chalene on Patreon  for all the "age-affirming" surgery Updates  👉 http://chalene.com/more   🤓 What You Will Learn Why the ultra thin trend is back and who benefits How rapid weight loss affects hair, muscle, and bone How medical GLP1 use differs from crash dieting Red flags of malnourishment that get praised as discipline How influencer culture and wording like for inflammation distort the truth Why very low body fat disrupts hormones and health How to talk to teens about celebrity thinness in a healthy way A simple framework for making informed and realistic choices   🤓 Related Episode: The Dark Side of GLP-1 Weight Loss: Lawsuits, Side Effects, and Ethics  Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000736732891   🎉 Show Sponsors: Get your daily dose of brain-boosting nutrients in just one scoop with Bright Minds! 👉https://chalene.com/memory Upgrade Your Cookware to Our Place Today! Visit 👉 http://fromourplace.com/CHALENE and use code CHALENE for 10% off sitewide  Chalene's Favorite Sunscreen! OneSkin Triple Power OS-01 BODY SPF 👉http://chalene.com/SPF  and use Code Chalene at Checkout Try the Tinted Face Sunscreen by OneSkin 👉 https://chalene.com/tintedSPF    🎉 Camp Be More 2026!! Registration Now! Only A Few Spots Left  https://campbemore.com   🧐 Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to [email protected] and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial X: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

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