In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott sits down with WarriorBabe member Danielle to share the transformation that began the moment she decided to choose herself. After surviving a brain aneurysm, developing hypothyroidism, and struggling with stubborn weight gain, Danielle tried everything - fasting, cutting carbs, and endless workouts - without lasting results. Today, she’s eating over 2,400 calories, building muscle, and has transformed her confidence, mindset, and life. Tune in ...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott tackles one of the biggest fitness debates today: can reformer Pilates actually build muscle? After trying a popular reformer class herself, Nikkiey shares what these workouts do well—from improving mobility and body awareness to providing a fun, low-impact workout. But she also explains why feeling the burn isn't the same as building muscle. You'll learn the difference between metabolic stress and true progressive overload, why mechanical tens...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott explores one of the biggest mindset traps that keeps women chasing happiness through fitness: the belief that reaching a goal will finally make them feel confident, fulfilled, or enough. Whether it's a number on the scale, a clothing size, or a dream physique, it's easy to believe that everything will change once you arrive. But what happens when you get there and the feeling doesn't last? If you've ever found yourself constantly chasing the ne...

For years, Bryn stayed active, ran half-marathons, and tried every diet imaginable, but never felt truly fit or confident. Then early menopause brought weight gain, poor sleep, and even more frustration. In this episode of The Macro Hour, Bryn shares how learning macros, lifting weights, and staying consistent helped her break free from restrictive dieting, overcome sugar cravings, build muscle, and transform her body at 58. She and Nikkiey discuss navigating plateaus, the importance of coach...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott answers a question that many women silently struggle with: Can the macro approach work if you're someone who tends to overeat instead of undereat? While most nutrition conversations focus on eating too little, Nikkiey explains why chronic overeating often has much deeper roots than simply lacking willpower. She shares a different perspective on why so many women feel stuck and what actually needs to change to break the cycle for good. If you've...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey sits down with WarriorBabe Nausheen to share how she broke free from the endless cycle of cardio, under-fueling, and frustration. Despite running multiple half marathons and a full marathon, Nausheen found herself gaining weight after having her son and feeling more discouraged than ever. After spending a year listening to The Macro Hour and researching macros on her own, she finally decided to take the leap. Today, she's down 17 pounds, 12 inches of...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott revisits the four key phases of a successful fitness journey—fat loss, reverse dieting, maintenance, and lean bulking—with a special focus on one of the most misunderstood phases: building muscle. Prompted by a listener question, Nikkiey takes a deeper dive into what a lean bulk actually is, why it's so important for long-term body composition, and how it differs from the idea of a "dirty bulk." She also addresses the fear many women have aroun...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott breaks down the truth about food noise—and why constantly thinking about food isn't a sign that you're lacking willpower. She explores the most common reasons food noise shows up, from under-eating and restrictive dieting to blood sugar imbalances and hormonal changes. More importantly, Nikkiey shares practical strategies to help you quiet the mental chatter around food by nourishing your body, building balanced meals, and creating a healthier ...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott shares why becoming your own health advocate is one of the most important things you can do—especially as you move through your 40s, 50s, and beyond. She breaks down the conversations every woman should be having with her healthcare provider, from hormones and bone density to metabolic and mental health. Nikkiey explains why annual checkups often don't tell the full story and how asking the right questions can help you better understand what's ...

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott sits down with WarriorBabe Lisa to share her inspiring transformation story. After years of dieting, struggling with body image, and believing her health would only decline with age, Lisa decided it was time for a different approach. She opens up about learning to fuel her body, build strength, and trust the process instead of chasing quick fixes. Today, Lisa is stronger, healthier, and more confident than ever—and her story is proof that lasti...