August 18, 2025
Carbs, Weight Loss & Muscle Building: Cut Through the BS with Harley Pasternak (Celebrity Fitness Trainer)
BETTER! Muscle, Mobility, Metabolism & (Peri) Menopause with Dr. StephanieAbout this episode
Harley Pasternak, a renowned personal trainer in Hollywood, delves into the importance of carbohydrates, protein, and simplifying your fitness journey. Discover why there are no “bad carbs,” learn how to structure an effective exercise regimen, and explore the benefits of consistency and joy in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Pasternak shares actionable advice on creating sustainable health habits that make the complex world of fitness and nutrition more accessible. Episode overview: (0:00) Intro/Teaser (10:00) Calories In vs. Calories Out (23:00) The Importance of Carbohydrates for Health (36:00) Embracing Process Over Outcome (42:00) Optimizing Fitness Through Variation & Consistency (49:00) Understanding Creatine in Fitness (1:02:00) Nutrient-Dense Supplement Recommendations (1:08:00) BONUS: Dr. Stephanie’s After Party Resources mentioned can be found at: https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep430 We are grateful to our sponsors: BIOPTIMIZERS - Magnesium Breakthrough contains multiple types of magnesium plus cofactors like B6 to enhance absorption. Visit https://bioptimizers.com/better and use code BETTER to save 15%. LVLUP - Midlife hormonal changes can wreak havoc on your gut health. Ultimate GI Repair combines powerful gut-healing peptides with gut-nourishing naturals to soothe your changing digestion. Learn more at https://lvluphealth.com/DRSTEPHANIE and use code DRSTEPHANIE for 15% off. TIMELINE - As perimenopausal women, we know we are in a fight against time to preserve our muscle strength and endurance, plus our recovery needs are greater. That's why you save 20% at https://timelinenutrition.com/better with code BETTER . APOLLO - The Apollo wearable supports energy, focus, relaxation, and sleep by syncing with your rhythms. Go to https://apolloneuro.com/better to check it out and use code BETTER to receive $60 off your purchase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.