The Tandem Talk Show

#147 - 50+ Lbs Down In Menopause With Hashimoto’s - Elaine’s Story

Welcome back to the Tandem Talk Show with Coach G — in this inspiring episode we welcome returning guest Elaine (previously featured on episode 138) to share the next chapter of her transformation. Elaine candidly walks through the major obstacles she faced before joining Tandem, including surgical menopause, a Hashimoto’s thyroid diagnosis, vitamin deficiencies, and a severe car accident that left her in a wheelchair for 10 weeks. Despite these hurdles, she describes how she lost over 50 pounds through Tandem’s coaching and structured programming.

Coach G and Elaine discuss the phases of the program she completed — fat loss phases and the Metabolic Reset Phase (MRP) — and how MRP helped reignite her metabolism, increase calories strategically, build muscle, reduce hunger, and make the weight sustainable. Elaine credits Coach Gus for rebuilding her confidence and making exercise enjoyable, and she describes how movement, strength training, and better nutrition reshaped her body and life.

The conversation covers practical changes that produced results: simple, trackable daily goals (calories, protein, water, steps), accessible workouts (starting from home and progressing to the gym), meal strategies and prep, and the mental shift from “living to eat” to “eating to live.” Elaine also reflects on the unexpected social and emotional benefits — new friendships, increased energy, improved cardiovascular fitness, and even signing up for a 10K.

This episode offers encouragement and clear takeaways for listeners, especially women navigating menopause or thyroid issues who feel weight loss is impossible. Elaine emphasizes readiness, self-investment, following a coach, and small consistent steps. Coach G closes by inviting listeners to reach out to learn more about Tandem’s Metabolic Reset Program; you can contact Garrett at garrett@tandemnutrition.com for a free call to discuss goals and whether the program could be a fit.

#146 - How Kathy Lost 30 lbs. While Still Eating Out and Without Stepping Foot in a Gym

Join Coach g on the Tandem Talk Show as he interviews Kathy Baber, a solo-living nonprofit professional who lost over 30 pounds and six pant sizes through Tandem's Metabolic Reset Program. Kathy shares how she balanced real life — frequent dining out, a busy travel schedule, and holidays — with a sustainable plan that didn’t require a gym membership or extreme restriction.

Topics covered include the role of accountability and coaching (Coach Lisa), practical tools Kathy used (Fitbit, food scale, walking pad, dumbbells), and how the Tandem app helped her track macros, calories, water, and particularly sodium — a key insight that reduced water retention and accelerated progress. Kathy also explains how she adapted meal plans, enjoyed favorites like protein-powered pancakes, and used the app to pre-log and balance indulgences like wine or treats around social events.

The episode highlights the coaching support Kathy received (twice-weekly check-ins and restaurant-specific guidance), the non-cookie-cutter nature of the program, and the mental and emotional benefits of her transformation — from improved confidence and headshots to potential health improvements like lower cholesterol. Kathy offers advice for listeners on approaching the program with an open mind, asking questions, and using the app community for ongoing support.

Expect practical tips for tracking while eating out, strategies for maintaining social life and progress through holidays, and inspiring evidence that steady, measured changes plus accountability can deliver big results without giving up the foods you love or living in a gym.

#145 - From Skeptic to Success: How Beth Lost 20 Pounds After Breast Cancer

Beth Knapp is a breast cancer survivor who felt stuck for over 10 years. In this episode, Beth shares how she lost over 20 pounds, rebuilt her energy, and found a simple way to live healthy without giving up family trips, dinners out, or her favorite foods. We walk through the exact shifts that helped her break through plateaus, including smarter strength training, eating enough protein and carbs, and learning not to panic when the scale moves a little day to day. Beth also reminds women to stay on top of mammograms, and she shares hope for anyone who feels like “nothing works for me.”

You’ll learn:

• How Beth stayed on track through two vacations early in her program

• Why lowering workout intensity and lifting heavier helped her joints and fat loss

• Simple macro tweaks that boosted energy and results

• How to read the scale with weekly averages instead of daily emotions

• Mindset tips for starting even when the timing is not perfect

If Beth can do it, so can you.

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#144 - How Tamara Lost 21 lbs, 6% Body Fat, and 3 Pant Sizes Without Restrictive Dieting

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Join coach g on the Tandem Talk Show as he chats with Tamara about her life-changing 24-week Metabolic Reset journey. After years of stalled attempts, Tamara finally lost 21 pounds and 23 inches with personalized macros, strength training, and 1:1 coaching—all while eating real food and enjoying life. She shares how she ditched cravings, dropped three pant sizes, lowered cholesterol, and built a mindset (and metabolism) that will keep the weight off for good.

#143 - How Andi Lost 45+ Lbs and Broke a 30-Year Cycle of Yo-Yo Dieting

Welcome back to The Tandem Talk Show! I'm your host, coach g, and today’s episode is one you don’t want to miss.

We’re joined again by Andy—who first appeared on episode 131—and her coach, Lisa. Since then, Andy’s dropped over 45 pounds and is back to share how she’s kept the weight off and continues to thrive.

They break down how strategic calorie adjustments through the Metabolic Reset Program helped Andy reset her metabolism, eat more, and still lose fat. You'll also hear how she navigated social events post-surgery, returned to intuitive eating, and built habits that support long-term success.

From meal prep and mindset shifts to lifting weights and staying consistent, this episode is packed with real talk, practical tips, and powerful takeaways.

Let’s dive in.

#142 - 5 Fat Loss Lies Keeping You Stuck

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In this episode of the Tandem Talk Show, Coach g breaks down 5 common fat loss myths that could be keeping you stuck. As a Registered Dietitian and women's fat loss expert, Coach g shares straight-up truths around tracking protein, cardio, weight training, hormones, and more.

You’ll learn why protein alone isn’t the magic fix, how fat loss can still happen through menopause, and why staying stuck isn’t always about muscle gain. Coach g also talks about the power of a protein-focused calorie deficit and why your strategy—not your age or hormones—is usually the missing link.

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally see real, sustainable fat loss, this episode is for you.

#141 - Busy Mom of 2 Loses Over 15 Lbs Without Cardio—Here’s How She Did It

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Welcome back to a brand new episode of the Tandem Talk Show!

In today’s episode, coach g sits down with Casey—one of our standout clients whose story has inspired so many women inside our community.

Casey is a full-time working mom of two who joined our Metabolic Reset Program not just to lose weight, but to completely shift her mindset and relationship with food. And she did just that—losing 17 pounds, gaining lean muscle, and creating healthy habits that she’s still maintaining today.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Casey learned to prioritize her health without spending hours in the gym or giving up the foods she loves. She shares how she made fat loss simple and sustainable—even while juggling work, kids, and everything life threw her way.

We’ll talk about how she:

• Gained confidence reading food labels

• Mastered simple meal planning

• Tracked her food without obsession

• Shifted her focus from cardio to strength training

• And started leading by example for her family

If you’re a busy woman trying to lose weight and wondering if the Metabolic Reset Program is the right next step… Casey’s story is proof that you don’t have to do it all perfectly—you just have to start.

This one’s packed with practical takeaways, mindset shifts, and real talk about what it takes to lose fat and keep it off for good.

Let’s dive in.

#140 - 5 Mindset Shifts for Fast & Sustainable Fat Loss

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right — tracking your food, hitting the gym, saying no to carbs — but still not seeing the scale move… this episode is for you. Coach g sits down with Lisa Franz, mindset and nutrition expert, to unpack the 5 biggest mindset shifts that can help you finally break free from the all-or-nothing trap, ditch diet guilt, and start seeing real, lasting results.

Together, we cover:
🔥 Why discipline = freedom (and how to apply this without being “too rigid”)
💭 How your beliefs around food and your body might be holding you back
📉 The danger of the “more is better” mindset — and what to do instead
🧠 The identity shift you must make to stop sabotaging your progress
❤️‍🩹 How to rebuild confidence after years of yo-yo dieting

This conversation will shift how you think about fat loss forever — no gimmicks, just the truth that most programs are too afraid to say.

Tune in now to feel empowered, encouraged, and clear on your next step.

Connect with Lisa on any of her platforms below:

Instagram: @nutritioncoachingandlife

Website: www.nutritioncoachingandlife.com

YouTube: @nutritioncoachingandlife

Podcast: Nutrition & Life Podcast

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lisafranz-ncl

#139 - The Most Underrated Phase of Fat Loss (That No One Talks About)

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Welcome back to the Tandem Talk Show with coach g!

In this special episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes training I recently led for our coaching team—and trust me, you don’t want to miss it. We're diving deep into one of the most overlooked (but most important) parts of the entire fat loss journey: the maintenance phase of our Metabolic Reset System.

This is the phase that comes after fat loss and metabolic reset—and it’s where the real magic happens if you want your results to actually last.

I’ll walk you through how this phase helps reset your body’s set point, reduce the urge to regain weight, and truly lock in your progress. You’ll also hear from other coaches on our team as we break down misconceptions around “starvation mode” and why so many people unknowingly sabotage this phase.

Whether you're a coach, a client, or someone working on your own transformation, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on what it really takes to keep the weight off for good.

🎧 Tune in now—and let’s make sure your results don’t just happen… they stick.

#138 - How Elaine Lost 20+ lbs in Her 50s Despite Menopause & Low Thyroid

In this episode, Coach g sits down with Elaine Markey, a powerhouse woman in her 50s who’s lost over 20 pounds despite the challenges of menopause, thyroid issues, past injuries, and emotional trauma. Elaine shares how she went from feeling defeated and exhausted to energized, empowered, and in control—all without extreme cardio or cutting out her favorite foods. Her story is raw, inspiring, and a reminder that it’s never too late to reset your health and rediscover your strength.