#418 Jaime Filer - Is Anxiety Interfering With Your Progress?

#418 Jaime Filer - Is Anxiety Interfering With Your Progress?

Author: Andrew Coates November 20, 2025 Duration: 52:54

Jaime Filer is the founder of Filer Fitness and a respected speaker and educator in the fitness industry.

In this episode, Jaime brings a mix of humor, vulnerability, and hard-earned wisdom to help unpack the very real ways anxiety impacts fitness, health, relationships, and identity.

Jaime and Andrew dive into:
• How dealing with anxiety has a massive impact on your fitness efforts and outcomes
• The subtle and not-so-subtle ways anxiety interferes with progress
• How anxiety often masks perfectionism
• How anxiety robs you of your potential happiness
• The power of being more selfish in seasons where you need it
• Unique considerations when coaching lesbians with anxiety
• Balancing shifting seasons of priorities between work and social connection
• The importance of having a supportive partner
• How your relationship might be “making you fat”
• And much more


CHAPTERS


01:25 Discussing Anxiety and Fitness Goals
01:52 Anxiety's Impact on Performance and Recovery
04:02 Coping Mechanisms and Anxiety
06:21 Perfectionism and Anxiety in Clients
11:16 Social Media and Anxiety
17:23 Family Dynamics and Boundaries
20:41 Anxiety and Potential Happiness
23:52 Identity and Mental Health Labels
28:22 Inclusivity in Marketing
28:36 Identity vs. Choice
29:58 Sponsorship Message
31:03 Lesbian Specific Exercises?
33:39 Balancing Work and Life
38:31 Relationship Dynamics and Support
45:13 Impact of Relationships on Health
51:29 Concluding Thoughts


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Andrew Coates hosts Lift Free And Diet Hard, a conversation grounded in the belief that strength and wellness are built on more than just routines. This podcast moves beyond quick fixes to examine the principles and personal stories that shape a sustainable, intentional life. You’ll hear from a variety of inspiring guests who share not only their expertise but also the real-world challenges and triumphs they’ve faced. The discussions naturally weave together the science of fitness with the practicalities of daily choices, offering a nuanced look at what it means to truly care for your physical and mental health. Each episode is designed to provide actionable insights you can use to navigate your own path, fostering resilience and confidence whether you're in the gym or the kitchen. By focusing on informed decision-making over dogma, the Lift Free And Diet Hard podcast becomes a resource for anyone looking to cut through the noise of wellness culture. Andrew facilitates these explorations with a focus on empowerment, ensuring every conversation adds a layer of understanding to the complex journey of building a strong, healthy life.
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