Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald podcast

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald

No one is going to “save” you. In today's world, it's up to us to save ourselves! Hosted by top fitness expert and coach Michelle MacDonald, the Stronger by Design podcast is for women who want to take radical ownership of their bodies, nutrition, and mindsets. Michelle, known worldwide for her Transformation Programs, shares world-class insights to help women redefine aging by focusing on longevity, empowerment, fitness, resilience, and muscle-building, all while fostering a positive mindset about nutrition and health. Since 2012, Michelle has been coaching women online, leveraging her expertise as a Physique Champion and ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In 2016, she co-founded Tulum Strength Club, an online Physique Contest Prep Team. She later established The Wonder Women (TWW) in 2020 and the TWW coaching academy in 2022. Michelle’s work has inspired countless women, including her mother, Joan MacDonald (Train With Joan™), who lost 70 pounds in her 70s and became a fitness influencer. Michelle now brings her expertise to the Stronger by Design Fitness App, launching in fall 2024, alongside this podcast of the same name. Join us on Stronger by Design to explore how to cultivate a resilient mindset, maintain optimal nutrition, and achieve lasting fitness for a healthier, more vibrant future. This podcast is designed for women committed to longevity, strength, and nutrition, empowering them to transform their lives from the inside out.

No one is going to “save” you. In today's world, it's up to us to save ourselves! Hosted by top fitness expert and coach Michelle MacDonald, the Stronger by Design podcast is for women who want to take radical ownership of their bodies, nutrition, and mindsets. Michelle, known worldwide for her Transformation Programs, shares world-class insights to help women redefine aging by focusing on longevity, empowerment, fitness, resilience, and muscle-building, all while fostering a positive mindset about nutrition and health. Since 2012, Michelle has been coaching women online, leveraging her expertise as a Physique Champion and ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In 2016, she co-founded Tulum Strength Club, an online Physique Contest Prep Team. She later established The Wonder Women (TWW) in 2020 and the TWW coaching academy in 2022. Michelle’s work has inspired countless women, including her mother, Joan MacDonald (Train With Joan™), who lost 70 pounds in her 70s and became a fitness influencer. Michelle now brings her expertise to the Stronger by Design Fitness App, launching in fall 2024, alongside this podcast of the same name. Join us on Stronger by Design to explore how to cultivate a resilient mindset, maintain optimal nutrition, and achieve lasting fitness for a healthier, more vibrant future. This podcast is designed for women committed to longevity, strength, and nutrition, empowering them to transform their lives from the inside out.

 

#45

Aging STRONGER Starts Here | David Stewart

What if your most empowered, energized years are still ahead of you? Discover how thriving... more

29 Jul 2025

26 MINS

26:23

29 Jul 2025


#44

Resilience is AGELESS | David Stewart

What if everything you've been told about aging is wrong—and your best, boldest chapter is... more

15 Jul 2025

32 MINS

32:37

15 Jul 2025


#43

Lessons Learned from Contest Prep | Courtney Ustrzycki

What if true progress means actively seeking failure? Michelle MacDonald sits down with Co... more

01 Jul 2025

50 MINS

50:30

01 Jul 2025


#42

Midlife Muscle, Minus the Myths | Dr. Allan Bacon

Are women being sold a myth about fitness during menopause?  Michelle MacDonald welcomes D... more

17 Jun 2025

46 MINS

46:28

17 Jun 2025


#41

Healing Isn’t Pretty—But It’s Powerful | Tiffany Owen

What does it take to rebuild your life from the inside out? Michelle MacDonald sits down w... more

03 Jun 2025

38 MINS

38:24

03 Jun 2025


#40

Aging Boldly: A Real Talk on Plastic Surgery | Dr. Martin Jugenburg

What if aging was less about erasing time and more about owning your evolution?  Michelle ... more

20 May 2025

57 MINS

57:08

20 May 2025


#39

Muscle GAIN Without the PAIN | Hattie Boydle

Are you chasing muscle gains but sabotaging your progress without even realizing it?  Mich... more

06 May 2025

40 MINS

40:12

06 May 2025


#38

What’s KILLING Your GLUTES GAINS? | Hattie Boydle

Want to Build Muscle Like a Pro? Start at Your Feet.   Hattie Boydle drops truth bombs abo... more

22 Apr 2025

36 MINS

36:51

22 Apr 2025


#37

TEENS Need Emotional Intelligence to Succeed | Kristi Simons

Want to unlock your teen’s true potential? Start by turning down the volume on their inner... more

08 Apr 2025

33 MINS

33:21

08 Apr 2025


#36

Turn Your Teenage Struggles Into SUPERPOWERS Today | Kristi Simons

What if the struggles you faced as a teen could become the foundation for a life of purpos... more

25 Mar 2025

33 MINS

33:00

25 Mar 2025


#35

WAKE-UP CALL! What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Menopause | Melissa Grelo

Menopause isn’t just hot flashes and mood swings—it’s a massive wake-up call about how lit... more

11 Mar 2025

45 MINS

45:41

11 Mar 2025


#34

Rewiring Your Habits for Success | Michelle Baty

Procrastination, self-doubt, and overwhelm can feel like an endless loop, but what if the ... more

25 Feb 2025

48 MINS

48:22

25 Feb 2025


#33

Slower is Faster: The Neuroscience of Lasting Change | Michelle Baty

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11 Feb 2025

36 MINS

36:22

11 Feb 2025


#32

Motion is Lotion: The Guide to Aging Strong | Joan MacDonald

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28 Jan 2025

31 MINS

31:15

28 Jan 2025


#31

Post-Traumatic Growth | Carol Elizabeth

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14 Jan 2025

43 MINS

43:38

14 Jan 2025


#30

Breaking the Chains of ADDICTION | Brittney Carbone

What does it take to break free from addiction, transform your life, and become a source o... more

31 Dec 2024

43 MINS

43:00

31 Dec 2024


#29

Dying to THRIVE: The Journey to Emotional Freedom | Heather Chauvin

What if burnout, guilt, and overwhelm could be your greatest teachers? Michelle welcomes H... more

16 Dec 2024

56 MINS

56:56

16 Dec 2024


#28

Fitness for Empowerment, NOT Punishment | Dr. Alyssa Olenick

Is your fitness routine empowering or punishing? Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD in Exercise Physi... more

02 Dec 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:34

02 Dec 2024


#27

What's REAL About Nutrition Science? | Abby Langer

What if you could approach your nutrition without the guilt, anxiety, or restrictive rules... more

18 Nov 2024

46 MINS

46:07

18 Nov 2024


#26

Find REAL Food Freedom WITHOUT the Confusion | Abby Langer

Are you constantly bombarded by conflicting nutrition advice? Michelle digs into this with... more

04 Nov 2024

36 MINS

36:44

04 Nov 2024


#25

The Art of Showing Up: Find Joy in the Grind | Joshua Medcalf

What if success isn’t just about winning but about loving the process of becoming who you’... more

21 Oct 2024

34 MINS

34:03

21 Oct 2024


#24

Pound the Stone: A Journey Beyond Success and Achievements | Joshua Medcalf

How do you break through the toughest barriers in life?   In this episode, Michelle and Jo... more

07 Oct 2024

42 MINS

42:47

07 Oct 2024


#23

The Story Behind Chop Wood, Carry Water | Joshua Medcalf

What drives someone to choose a difficult, unconventional path over a more traditional, co... more

23 Sep 2024

47 MINS

47:12

23 Sep 2024


#22

Postpartum Fitness: Beyond the Bounce-Back Culture | Brianna Battles

Could you be sabotaging your fitness with improper breathing?   In this episode, Michelle ... more

09 Sep 2024

30 MINS

30:25

09 Sep 2024


#21

Redefining Athleticism During Pregnancy | Brianna Battles

Is it possible to keep up with intense athletic training during pregnancy, or is it time t... more

26 Aug 2024

32 MINS

32:06

26 Aug 2024