This week is Part 1 of a 2 part series with guest Mike Karpenko, a close personal friend of Melissa in the health and wellness space. They discuss the importance of managing expectations when it comes to hitting wellness goals, the role of consistency in fitness, weight training tips, and the significance of movement in achieving a healthier lifestyle. Tune in for insights and practical advice on improving your overall well-being.   Resources from this episode: Learn More on Mike’s Website  Follow Mike on Instagram Sign Up For The 6 Week Fall Bootcamp  Sign Up To Work With Melissa   Sign Up To Be A Guest On The Podcast!  Melissa’s Recommendations & Affiliations  Get Melissa’s Recommended Oura Ring  Follow Melissa on Instagram  Follow Melissa on Youtube  Find out more about Melissa  Get Access to the MADE Diet Course Get The MADE Diet Ebook Thank you so much for listening to this episode! I’m honored and excited to be on this journey toward personal growth, a healthy lifestyle, and a greater more confident you. I'd love to hear from you. So please share this episode with anyone that you think needs to hear this message and remember to rate, review and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. My name is Melissa McAllister. And until next time, thank you for being your own health advocate.  xo, Melissa Instagram   |  Facebook  | Youtube