Balance365 Life Radio

From tech-driven coaching to GLP-1 medications and the rise of midlife women as the wellness industry's main demographic, we're unpacking what's really on the horizon for 2026. In this episode, Annie and Jen share the biggest upcoming health trends, what excites them, and what has them raising an eyebrow.

This episode is especially helpful if you want to be more discerning about what you see in magazines, your social feeds, and on store shelves—and avoid wasting your time, energy, or money on gimmicks. Get ready to hear what's likely coming, who's benefiting, and how you can stay grounded through it all.

If your social media feed is buzzing with creatine talk, you're not alone—and you're probably wondering if it actually lives up to the hype. In this episode, Annie and Jen kick off a new series called "Worth It or Waste?" by breaking down one of the most researched supplements on the market: creatine.

Whether you're lifting weights, walking hills, or simply trying to stay strong and sharp as you age, this episode explains who might benefit from creatine and how it works. Annie shares her personal self-experiment, Jen gets real about her inconsistent use, and both coaches unpack what the latest research says—especially for women in perimenopause and menopause.

They also clear up common concerns around weight gain, bloating, and safety, so you can decide if it's worth adding to your routine—or not.

Holiday meals, parties, and family gatherings can bring up a lot of anxiety about food. Many women worry about overeating—and what to do after it happens. In this episode, Annie and Jen dive into how to set yourself up for success around food during the holidays, and more importantly, how to recover when things don't go as planned. Whether it's a Thanksgiving feast or a random Tuesday night, overeating happens. The key is learning how to respond without spiraling into guilt, restriction, or punishment.

If you've ever felt like the holidays throw you off track and you spend January "starting over," this episode is for you. Annie and Jen share five common post-overeating impulses—and what to do instead—to help you stay grounded, empowered, and on track with your long-term goals.

We're bringing this powerful coaching session back to your ears—just in time for the holidays. If you've ever felt panicked to hit your "goal weight" by the end of the year, you're not alone. In this conversation, Jennifer coaches Nancy, a busy mom of two, through the deeper beliefs driving her holiday weight loss pressure.

This isn't just a conversation about eating during the holidays—it's about how we tie our self-worth to our size, and what it looks like to become the role model we want to be for the next generation. If you missed this episode the first time around, or need a reminder to take the pressure off this holiday season, this one's for you.

If you've ever found yourself in front of the pantry after a long day, wondering why am I doing this again?, this episode is for you. Inspired by a real text from a friend, Annie and Jen tackle a deeply relatable topic: emotional eating when life feels overwhelming.

Whether it's stress, exhaustion, parenting, work, the state of the world—or all of the above—many women turn to food for comfort. Annie and Jen explain why that happens and how to begin shifting out of the emotional eating loop even when your bandwidth feels microscopic. With practical tools and compassionate honesty, this episode offers a new perspective on what it actually looks like to love yourself when life is hard.