From Soviet Gardens to American Fast Food: A Trainer's Wake-Up Call

Struggling with weight gain and processed foods? My guest, a certified personal trainer and mom of two, shares her powerful transformation from Soviet-era survival eating to mastering strength training and clean eating in America.

Growing up in the Soviet Union, she replied on gardening, seasonal eating, and home-cooked meals to stay healthy. But after immigrating in her 20s, she faced the shock of the Western diet — high-calorie, processed foods led to weight gain and frustration. Determined to take back control, she lost weight, rebuilt her health and became a fitness coach to help others do the same.

In this episode, we discuss:

✅ How the Western diet leads to weight gain

✅ The power of home-cooked, unprocessed foods

✅ Strength training for sustainable fat loss

✅ Why gardening can transform your health

✅ Tips for long-term success in fitness and nutrition

If you’re struggling with weight loss, adapting to a new diet, or want practical fitness and nutrition tips, this episode is for you!

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Daniel Gustin