The Nourish to Thrive Podcast
Faith-forward, science-backed strategies for women who want more energy, less weight, and real answers.
Hosted by Tanya Pennington-Miller—a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Functional Blood Chemistry Specialist with a master’s degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition—this podcast is for women over 35 who are tired of being dismissed, confused by their labs, and stuck in survival mode.
Inside each episode, Tanya simplifies the science of metabolism, hormones, and healing while anchoring it all in truth and faith.
Whether you’re struggling with fatigue, bloating, stubborn weight, or just want clarity you can trust, you’re in the right place.
The Nourish to Thrive Podcast
14. The Cortisol Trap: When Discipline Backfires
Are you pushing harder in the gym, eating cleaner than ever, and still not seeing results? Or maybe you’ve hit the other side of burnout and you're too drained to even start again. Either way, this episode is for you.
Today we’re unpacking the cortisol trap and what happens when well-intentioned workouts and “more discipline” actually keep your body stuck in stress, fat storage, and fatigue. Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
- What cortisol really is and how it works in your body
- Why “healthy” workouts can backfire when your system is already depleted
- The signs your training is working against you (not for you)
- How to fuel before and after exercise for recovery and results
- My personal Adrenal Cocktail recipe to support stress resilience and mineral balance (see below!)
- How to train in rhythm with your hormones and respect the season you’re in
Your body isn’t the problem. The world says “push harder,” but God says “Come to Me.” In this episode, you’ll learn how to train smarter, honor your season, and rebuild strength in a way that truly supports your hormones, metabolism, and spirit.
Adrenal Cocktail Recipe (my go-to)
- 12 oz unsweetened coconut water
- 1–2 tsp Camu Camu powder (Vitamin C support)
- 1 tsp Organic Fermented Fruits (antioxidants + gut support)
- 1 scoop Multi Collagen Peptides (amino acids + tissue repair)
- ¼ tsp Celtic Sea Salt Potassium Pink Cave Salt (sodium, potassium + trace minerals)
- Ice, shake, and enjoy!
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