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86 EpisodesProduced by Cait Lynch, Vitality ExpertWebsite

Join Vitality Expert and the founder of Custom Fit Vitality, Cait Lynch, as we ruminate, percolate and delve into everything from coffee to foot fungus! Just kidding...I promise no mindless banter and no 'curse of knowledge' potholes. Just straight-talk and great stories from women—your sister heroe… read more

86 Episodes | 2019 - 2022

Motivate with Cait #5: Longing to Bloom

May 6th, 2022

3:26

If you are longing to bloom, it’s time to set yourself up for success. Check out caitlynch.com for information about how you can work with me. Thanks for listening and sharing the love!

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Motivate with Cait #4: Gift in Loss

May 5th, 2022

3:46

This prompt is about reframing a loss to consider possible gifts offered from it. Check out caitlynch.com for information about how you can work with me. Thanks for listening and sharing the love!

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Motivate with Cait #3: Baby Steps Are Sufficient

May 4th, 2022

3:20

Sometimes baby steps are enough. Check out caitlynch.com for information about how you can work with me. Thanks for listening and sharing the love!

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Motivate with Cait #2: Kindness & Self-Care

May 3rd, 2022

2:49

A quick rumination about the possible relationship between self-care and kindness. Check out caitlynch.com for information about how you can work with me. Thanks for listening and sharing the love!

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Motivate with Cait #1: A Different Lens

May 2nd, 2022

6:14

A different lens, active listening and more. Check out caitlynch.com for information about how you can work with me. Thanks for listening and sharing the love!

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Success Leaves Clues: Virginia's Story

April 8th, 2022

1:08:48

Success leaves clues...
Listen to this story from Virginia, a 50 year veteran in nursing who has remained curious by maintaining that there is no need for a no way or the highway mentality when it comes to health and …

I Get To...Storm's Story

March 31st, 2022

1:00:05

Ever lose faith in your body?

Here is a reframe with zero 'toxic positivity' required: "I get to..."

Listen to Storm's inspirational story as she shares navigating the 'medical machine', surviving breast cancer and much …

Grit & Grace: Catherine’s Story

March 25th, 2022

57:16

In 2018, Catherine suffered a near death experience caused from a rare birth defect called Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS). Listen as Catherine shares her story of survival that left her with a decision to make: …

Quick Connect: 4:8 Breathing Exercise

March 23rd, 2022

4:31

This morning, I shared this simple breathing practice with the Sisterhood Circle-Up women's coaching group. This only takes a moment and can help to create a clearing in your day. The next Sisterhood Circle-Up 21-Day …

Heart Transplant & Getting Your Groove Back

March 18th, 2022

51:03

Listen as heart transplant recipient, Dave and his second chance love, Stella share their incredible story of new beginnings in more ways than one. You can read the transcript here: Read episode transcript now

Thanks …

Outrunning Your Fork, Belly Fat & More

March 11th, 2022

50:32

An ultramarathon runner shares her journey from running for weight loss to running for pure joy. Join me as Majel and I chat about running the Boston …

Diabetes: Type 1 & 2 Stories from the Sisterhood

March 4th, 2022

51:41

Join me as I have a conversation with Elaine, Simone and Allison about type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. These three women graciously share a bit about their stories so we can peek into the lives of people living with (and …

Do What You Can with What You’ve Got: Mental Health in Uncertain Times

February 26th, 2022

16:31

Do what you can with what you’ve got. These remain uncertain times. Here are some simple things you can control to bring focus and clarity back into …

You Are A Leader, Right?

February 25th, 2022

49:30

In this episode, my guest Tracy Adams and I discuss leadership, including what it means to lead ourselves and how to lead by example. caitlynch.com P.S. The next Sisterhood Circle-Up 21-Day Vitality Refresh starts on …

If You Want to, You Will: Meet My Drinking Buddies Part 2

February 19th, 2022

56:09

If you want to you will, and we did! Please meet Majel, Kristy, Dana and Gisele. From Indiana, Australia, Georgia to Jamaica, join us as we share our stories of connection as the cure for living a life you love. Here is …

Connection is the Cure: Meet My Drinking Buddies

February 18th, 2022

1:07:04

If you have ever leaned on your vices for relief, this episode is for you. Listen as four amazing women—Jennifer, Rachel, Catherine and Jenny, share their journeys of staying curious, connection and hope.

Thanks for …

PSSST! Listen to this first... [NOURISH]

February 12th, 2022

1:23

Brief intro for audio book series...

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QUCK CONNECT: Bell Let’s Talk...Quick thought for you

January 28th, 2021

3:02

When we are sad and lonely or overwhelmed, it’s not necessarily more talk that we need😊

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QUICK CONNECT: Bleeding vs. Venting

January 27th, 2021

4:46

What’s the difference between whining and venting? Here’s a quick reframe for you. Join us in our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity/?ref=share

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QUICK CONNECT: Whatever you focus on expands, including limiting beliefs

January 26th, 2021

2:49

One of the laws of the universe and how to shift it to work for you instead of against you.

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QUICK CONNECT: Make the right thing easy

January 25th, 2021

3:17

Quick tip on how to make the right thing easy to set yourself up for success.

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QUICK CONNECT: Little glimmers of hope

January 22nd, 2021

3:20

If you want to be there at the end, creating things to look forward to is key 🔑 😊

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QUICK CONNECT: A Sprinter’s Mindset

January 21st, 2021

2:41

Checking in: marathon mindset vs a sprinter’s mindset.

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QUICK CONNECT: Quitter's Day

January 20th, 2021

3:19

Yesterday was Quitter's Day...Have you quit? Here are some ideas for you about starting again.


We get together to strengthen and stretch online with our CONNECT community. You can try a week of free classes here:

QUICK CONNECT: 💫Be the spark (+ an invite)

January 19th, 2021

2:28

Just a quick thought for you to light the fire. Plus, you are invited...
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity
Blog: https://caitlynch.medium.com/
Free week of classes:

QUICK CONNECT: Blue Monday Box Breathing

January 18th, 2021

3:24

Try this simple, breathing exercise to re-energize and de-stress. I explain it and then we practice it in real time. Share this technique with someone who needs it. And, teach this to the kids in your life, too😊

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QUICK CONNECT: Get Uncomfortable On Purpose

January 15th, 2021

2:38

Are you comfortably uncomfortable? What if you can turn that around to turn your life around...?

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QUICK CONNECT: 3 Conscious Breaths

January 14th, 2021

2:44

Got 2.5 minutes? The practice of 3 conscious breaths can help you de-stress and reset. Let’s do them together.

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QUICK CONNECT: We are not Newbies anymore, people

January 13th, 2021

3:28

👋We are all COVID experts now, right?

As we enter this next COVID chapter, smack dab in the belly of winter, here’s a quick thought for you:

Everything we do does this...📌

If this resonates with you, share the love and …

QUICK CONNECT: Do It Now

January 12th, 2021

2:19

Do it now. This a great mantra if you are a procrastinator. Whatever it is that you need to do, do it right now. Here's a short video for the Neck CARS exercise I mention in this episode:

P.S. You can join us for one …

QUICK CONNECT: Most things work if...

January 11th, 2021

2:31

We are the result of what we do on a regular basis. When we do what works, it works!

#mostthingsworkifyoudothem

P.S. You can join us for one week FREE! …

QUICK CONNECT: Recap January Week 1

January 8th, 2021

2:21

2020 proved taking care of our health is paramount

Here’s a quick week in review of some ideas for you to soak on:

✔️Daily: Be here now and drink water

✔️Try Dry January or skip it

✔️Stack your healthy habits and bundle …

QUICK CONNECT: Triggered by Lions & Tigers & Bears? A reframe

January 7th, 2021

1:45

We’re not out ‘running lions 🦁 tigers🐯 and bears🐻’...Here’s a quick reframe for your triggers. 🎯 #triggers #habits

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QUICK CONNECT: Blue Monday is Coming...Here’s what to do

January 6th, 2021

2:27

The bluest day of the year is coming and it’s time to grab hold of the habits that serve you. Here’s how.

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QUICK CONNECT: 10 Days Dry?

January 5th, 2021

2:11

I’m skipping dry January. I think...But, I am going dry for 10 days. Today is day five. Here’s what I’m doing and a (gentle) invitation to consider.

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Quick CONECT with Cait: Be Here Now & H20

January 4th, 2021

2:04

👋Good morning!
⏰Got (less than) 2 minutes? Here are two, quick CONNECTS for you: one for your brain 🧠 and one for your body💧

#quickconnectwithcait #beherenow #64by3or4

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Rockstar Or Toilet?

April 17th, 2020

28:40

Ruminate with Cait: The Quarantine Chats (from Facebook LIVES). Original Facebook LIVE from Friday, April 17th. Join us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity/ and learn more about what we …

Give Up To Go Up

April 17th, 2020

16:47

Ruminate with Cait: The Quarantine Chats (from Facebook LIVES). Original Facebook LIVE from Thursday, April 16th. Join us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity/ and learn more about what …

Playing A Game We Don't Know The Rules To

April 17th, 2020

18:58

Ruminate with Cait: The Quarantine Chats (from Facebook LIVES). Original Facebook LIVE from Wednesday, April 15th. Join us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity/ and learn more about what …

Fresh Start...

April 17th, 2020

20:54

Ruminate with Cait: The Quarantine Chats (from Facebook LIVES). Original Facebook LIVE from Tuesday, April 14th. Join us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity/ and learn more about what we …

Ride the Horse You Are On

April 17th, 2020

16:21

Ruminate with Cait: The Quarantine Chats (from Facebook LIVES). Original Facebook LIVE from Monday, April 13th. Join us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity/ and learn more about what we …

Happy-Hour De-Stressor: Yin Yoga Stretches to Help Neck & Shoulder Tension

April 5th, 2020

58:38

This is the audio from a user-friendly, online, yin yoga class I offered on April 3, 2020. For more connection, coaching and community opportunities, please join us in our main Custom Fit Community Facebook group here:

BEDTIME YIN with Cait Lynch & Co

March 30th, 2020

50:14

Destress and unwind with this user-friendly practice that offered yin yoga poses that do not require any athleticism or flexibility. Put on some comfortable clothes, put on some socks, plug in your ear buds, grab a …

Stress Eating? Too Stressed to Eat? This is for you!

March 22nd, 2020

17:33

Whether you are ‘filling the hole’ every time you walk through the kitchen or you are too stressed to eat, this one is for you. Join us online for …

5 Things You CAN Do + FREE Resources

March 14th, 2020

17:01

It’s easy to focus on what we can’t do. And it’s human nature to run a bit negative. Stop. Instead, I invite you to focus on what you CAN do. Here …

AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #16—ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

February 29th, 2020

4:23

I had some crazy “who luck” on this project and I also learned some great lessons along the way...

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #15—WHAT NOW?

February 29th, 2020

21:16

Let’s wrap this up with how to be a contender, how to navigate social gatherings and some thoughts on how what brought you here can’t keep you here or...get you there!

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #14—HALFWAY POINT CHECK IN

February 29th, 2020

21:20

One of the things I’m known for as a coach is what some might call tough love. In this halfway point check in, I ask you to honestly dig down and consider some your answers to the ASSESSment questions of NOURISH.

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #13—COOKING

February 29th, 2020

9:49

Healthy people cook. If you can read or watch a video, you too can learn to cook!

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #12—EXERCISE

February 29th, 2020

12:05

First, you cannot out train a poor diet. And, sleep is more important than exercise. That being said, I am a fitness coach with a thriving fitness business. So, let’s talk about exercise.

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #11—SLEEP

February 29th, 2020

9:37

Lights out for sleep! Never, ever give up on your quest for a good night’s sleep.

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #10—CHECK IN, ASSESS & ADJUST

February 29th, 2020

7:52

How are you? Let’s check in and ask the all important ASSESSment questions of NOURISH.

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #9—SUGAR

February 29th, 2020

21:55

Sugar is a nutrient-dead substance. But, it tastes good, right? Have a listen to learn more about how too much sugar is potentially making us fat, sleepless, sexless and surly.

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #8—FIBRE

February 29th, 2020

11:46

Are you getting enough fibre? And, are you getting your fibre from low sugar sources? We need fibre to feed the food bacteria in our guts, the kind that keep us healthy. Listen to learn more about fibre choices to serve …

AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #7—CARBOHYDRATES

February 29th, 2020

18:09

Contrary to what you might be thinking, NOURISH is not anti-carb. NOURISH is about choosing the right carbs for y-o-u. Carbs are NOT the enemy! But not all carbs are created equal.

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #6—FATS

February 29th, 2020

13:15

Something is wrong with our low fat diets and it’s showing up everywhere! Fat is a macronutrient and we need it to not only survive but to thrive. Listen to learn more.

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #5—PROTEIN

February 29th, 2020

11:21

Protein: Are you getting enough? Are you eating too much?

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #4—CALORIES

February 29th, 2020

17:30

A calorie is NOT a calorie. What? Caloric ranges are subject to change as life changes. What are you getting for what you are eating...?

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AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #3—YOUR STARTING POINT, FOOD & WATER

February 29th, 2020

14:11

First, change nothing! And, TRACK your food and water. The hydration lesson starts at [06:15]. Learn why water is absolutely essential to thrive and …

AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #2—YOUR STARTING POINT, MENTALLY & PHYSICALLY

February 29th, 2020

26:08

You can only change what you acknowledge. Ready to establish your starting point physically and mentally? Plus, here are some handy tools for your …

AUDIO BOOK: NOURISH #1—INTRODUCTION

February 29th, 2020

25:54

Welcome to NOURISH—your comprehensive solution to reclaiming nutritional and energetic prosperity. Forget about fridge lists, forbidden foods and …

Season 2 Wrap-Up (Plus a Sneak Peek at Season 3)

February 28th, 2020

21:48

Join me as I wrap-up Season 2 with a thank you and look back, thus far, at the evolution of The Point Is podcast. Plus, I share what is coming for …

Montse Alvarado: Photographer & People Lover, Following Her Heart & Her Art From Mexico City to Trent Hills, Ontario!

February 27th, 2020

45:12

"The beauty is there, you just have to see it!" Montse talks about seeing the positive in all things—including mud puddles. Want to see some of …

Alcohol Untangled: PART II

February 21st, 2020

19:30

It’s been a week since Kate and Cait offered up some thoughts on untangling how alcohol shows up in our lives. In this episode, we circle back to …

From Harry Potter to Freud & Driving the Plot Of Our Lives with Psychotherapist, Alex Samets.

February 20th, 2020

1:05:34

Alex Samets, a psychotherapist who practices in Baltimore, Maryland, shares the idea that humans are ‘sense making creatures’ and that life is charged and complicated and endlessly vibrant. Have a listen as we chat …

Alcohol Untangled: PART I

February 14th, 2020

58:19

Kate Wentzel and I talk about how alcohol affects lives both positively and perhaps, negatively.

This podcast is for you if you currently drink …

Leaps of Faith, Grass Roots Entrepreneurs & Feedback Is The Breakfast Of Champions

February 14th, 2020

47:12

Partners Jason Butler and Jessica Root join me to talk about sticking to your values, teaching your kids what you know, being imports to a lovely small town and running a bakery. Learn more: warkworthbakery.ca

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Are You Comfortably Uncomfortable? Worse Before Better & Pushing On Pain To Make Progress!

February 9th, 2020

52:44

Where can you push on your pain to make progress? Join us as we talk about multi-faceted self-care. From saunas to looking at your drinking to riding …

Magic Is Only Good If It Is Shared! with Eye Smiler, David Sharpe

February 2nd, 2020

34:03

David Sharpe is a born and raised Havelock, Ontario boy with more than enough fire in his belly to create ice for an entire community. This is Dave’s story about how he learned to “share the magic”. Dave is the …

Food, Feasting & Why Diets Just Don’t Work! A Fireside Chat With Johanna Allen

January 26th, 2020

39:12

This episode is a part of a 2020 corporate wellness program that Johanna Allen of Allen Insurance Group launched for her team. To request more information about The 10 Day Bring Your Body Home Coaching Program, go to …

The Daring Way™ Coach, Tammy Faulds: Choose, Focus, Sustain & Be A Heart With Ears

January 19th, 2020

41:41

Tammy is an International Coach Federation certified coach, a Grief Recovery Specialist®, The Daring Way™ certified facilitator, and a 500 hour, certified yoga teacher.
An all-around perspective shifter, Tammy uses her …

Race Cars, Side-Hustles & Relationships with Derek Lynch

January 12th, 2020

1:14:23

Race car driver and entrepreneur Derek Lynch shares leap of faith stories from racing, business, fatherhood and more! The point is, it's the people...

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Happy New Year! Ready To Get Off The Sugar Train?

January 5th, 2020

1:05:20

Ready to get off the holiday, sugar train bender? In this episode, Cait and Laureen talk about three things to focus on to get back on track with …

2019, It’s A Wrap! How Was Your Year...?

December 29th, 2019

32:36

10 questions to wrap-up 2019 before launching into 2020. Here’s the blog post link: https://nosidebar.com/intentionally/ and here is our private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/customfitcommunity/

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Get Bare Naked! 99% is hard; 100% is easy. Tips for navigating the holidays with grit & grace.

December 22nd, 2019

39:40

Your heart is what keeps you going when no one would know (or care) if you quit, and anything is better than nothing but nothing is better than the …

Change or Choose, Professional Pivots & Living A Life You Love

December 15th, 2019

40:54

Dr. Kerri Belsito of Loveland, Colorado is an equine vet, an acupuncturist, a human health coach and has her masters in business. Listen to hear …

Are You Spinning Or Winning?

December 12th, 2019

15:06

Are you spinning or winning? This week, that’s the question Cait asked the tribe at Custom Fit Vitality. It’s also the question she asked of herself. This quick, bonus episode offers some nuggets to ruminate on as we …

Got Three Minutes? Think Three to Get Through This Holiday Season & Beyond

December 8th, 2019

31:19

Here are three, simple things you can do to navigate this time of year with grace and grit and maybe even some joy...

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Medical Intuitive & Spiritualist, Cher Bartlett

December 1st, 2019

37:58

Meet Cher Bartlett, a medical intuitive and spiritualist from Atlanta, Georgia. Join Cait and Laureen as we chat with Cher about staying curious …

Tips On How NOT To 'Polite Yourself' To Death

November 24th, 2019

33:03

The holidays are upon us! That means that one in three of us will stick a fork in our wellness routines until January. Will you ‘polite yourself to …

Find Your Tribe, Be They Two-Legged Or Four, Losing A Pet & Old Friends

November 24th, 2019

43:16

Join Cait & Reen as they discuss the challenges of losing a beloved pet with psychologist, Kelly Starr and speech pathologist, Kate Wentzel. A …

Embrace The Season You’re In, Bullet Proof Coffee, Curling, Fascia Stretching Therapy & More!

November 17th, 2019

41:16

Join us as we chat with Judd Gilks about embracing the season of retirement, grandfather-hood and giving back as he approaches his 65th birthday with grit and grace.

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Ruminations On Creating A Clearing, Brain Dumps, Flashes & More!

November 15th, 2019

42:28

Join Cait & Reen as they recap what they learned from Episode #2 and chat about how creating clearings in life is a way to let in the magic.

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Don’t Change The Toilet Paper & Face The Music! (+ More Sage Advice From A Mother Of 5 Boys)

November 14th, 2019

40:33

Pssst! This is NOT a parenting podcast. 

Join Cait and Laureen as we chat with Jennifer Curley. Jenn is the mother of five boys, all under the age of 16 that she had in seven and a half years! Jenn is also Cait’s …

Energy Behind; Wisdom Ahead.

November 13th, 2019

25:32

Welcome to the first episode of The Point Is podcast with Cait Lynch and Laureen Partington. The point is: just start!

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