Natalie went from CrossFit Games athlete, to being banned due to performance-enhancing drugs, to competing in bodybuilding, but then going down the road of disordered eating and gaining 20 lbs along with the stress... To now: a fellow coach who specializes in combining science, mindset, and stress management to help others regain peace, freedom, and trust with their bodies & fitness goals. Press play to hear her full, raw story and all of our favorite practical tips to live a leaner, less stressed lifestyle. ---------------------------- Time Stamps: (3:40) From a CrossFit athlete at the Game’s levels to bodybuilding with eating disorders to nutrition and fitness mindset coach (8:41) How patterns can affect our decisions (without even realizing) (11:07) Taking PEDs, seeing results, and not stopping (17:13) What led her into bodybuilding and then to find balance (20:15) Focusing on her vision and finding peace (24:41) Eating disorders and health issues red flags (27:46) Things that helped her get her health back (33:01) Mindest work and stress reduction ( 40:11) Mindful eating - Belief is a choice (44:40) Training emotions and thoughts (48:09) The power of awareness ---------------------------- To watch this episode, head over to Coach Caroline's YouTube channel. ---------------------- You can find Nat on Instagram @natalie.newhart. ---------------------------- Connect with me on Instagram @carolineofenstein. ---------------------------- Click here to access the FREE More Than Willpower Workshop. Work with me & learn more. ------------------------- If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts!