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The Consistency Code

The Consistency Code

Arabella Emslie; Rutha Berhane 28 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

The Consistency Code is a podcast that delivers unfiltered conversations about staying consistent in fitness and life. The hosts discuss fat loss, competing, and mindset, along with other related topics. The show is aimed at women who want real talk and practical advice. It offers a mix of personal stories and actionable insights for maintaining discipline and motivation. Tune in for honest discussions about the struggles and successes on the journey to better health and performance.

Episodes

Ep. 28 - Skinny Culture Is Back and We Need to Talk About It
Ep. 28 - Skinny Culture Is Back and We Need to Talk About It Aug 17, 2026 00:49:20 Heroin chic is back. SkinnyTok went viral before TikTok banned it. The 2025 Oscars were nicknamed the Ozempic Awards. And low rise jeans are somehow on our bodies again 😐As two women who compete in an aesthetic sport and coach other women on their bodies for a living - we can't stay quiet on this one.This week on The Consistency Code we're having the honest conversation about the return of skinny
Ep. 27 - Why Fat Loss Stalls — NEAT, Stress, Sleep & the Variables Nobody Talks About
Ep. 27 - Why Fat Loss Stalls — NEAT, Stress, Sleep & the Variables Nobody Talks About Aug 9, 2026 00:50:38 You're eating in a deficit. You're training consistently. You're tracking everything. And the scale hasn't moved in three weeks. Sound familiar? 👀This week on The Consistency Code we're getting into the real reasons fat loss stalls and why eating less and doing more cardio is almost never the answer.We cover:✨ Why plateaus are a normal biological response - not a sign that you're failing✨ NEAT - t
Ep. 26 - The Truth About Cardio - How Much Do You Actually Need?
Ep. 26 - The Truth About Cardio - How Much Do You Actually Need? Aug 3, 2026 00:44:43 How much cardio do you actually need to lose fat? And is it even necessary at all? This week on The Consistency Code we're getting into everything the fitness industry gets wrong about cardio 🏃‍♀️We cover:✨ Does cardio actually burn fat or is nutrition doing all the real work?✨ How much cardio the research actually recommends vs. what prep coaches prescribe✨ HIIT vs. LISS - which one is actually b
Ep. 25 - Smash or Pass: Gym Edition - We're Rating Everything (Exercises, Supplements & More)
Ep. 25 - Smash or Pass: Gym Edition - We're Rating Everything (Exercises, Supplements & More) Jul 27, 2026 00:41:52 We're playing Smash or Pass: Gym Edition - and no, we're not rating people 😂This week on The Consistency Code we're rating exercises, gym etiquette, supplements, bodybuilding habits, and everything in between. Some of our takes are probably controversial - don't say we didn't warn you.We get into:💪 Exercises - RDLs, Bulgarian split squats, StairMaster👀 Gym etiquette - filming your workouts, leavin
Ep. 24 - 3 Things We're Doing Differently in the Second Half of 2026
Ep. 24 - 3 Things We're Doing Differently in the Second Half of 2026 Jul 20, 2026 00:43:11 We're halfway through 2026 and we've both had a quiet little wake up call 👀This week on The Consistency Code we're getting honest about what we're actually changing in the second half of the year and spoiler: none of it is about doing more.We get into:✨ Why we're both embracing a more "balanced" approach and letting go of off-season rigidity — missing workouts, untracked meals, and why bodybuildin
Ep. 23 - Natty or Not? Busting the Biggest Myths About PEDs in Bodybuilding
Ep. 23 - Natty or Not? Busting the Biggest Myths About PEDs in Bodybuilding Jul 13, 2026 00:34:29 Is everyone at the top secretly using PEDs? Do steroids do all the work? And are natural preps actually as healthy as we think? This week on The Consistency Code, we're separating fact from fiction on one of the most talked about and least honestly discussed topics in fitness 👀We get into:✨ What PEDs actually are and why steroids are only one piece of the picture✨ The biggest myth in bodybuilding:
Ep. 22 - Cycle Syncing Your Training - Legit Science or Overhyped?
Ep. 22 - Cycle Syncing Your Training - Legit Science or Overhyped? Jul 6, 2026 00:28:27 Everyone on the internet is telling you to lift heavy on day 8 and take a walk on day 23, but is any of it actually backed by science? This week on The Consistency Code, we're getting into it 🔬We break down:✨ What's actually happening hormonally across each phase of your cycle✨ Whether your cycle genuinely affects your ability to build muscle (the research might surprise you)✨ What the science act
Ep. 21 - More Than a Competitor: Untying Your Identity from Bodybuilding
Ep. 21 - More Than a Competitor: Untying Your Identity from Bodybuilding Jun 29, 2026 00:37:02 This week on The Consistency Code, we're going somewhere real 🎙️First up - we're talking about something most competitors never say out loud: what happens when bodybuilding stops being something you do, and starts being everything you are.Then we get a little spicy 🌶️ and unpack certain habits, behaviours and attitudes in the bodybuilding world that genuinely irk us - no filter, no holding back.We
Ep. 20 - Toronto Pro Bikini Recap: How the Criteria Is Changing and the Importance of Posing
Ep. 20 - Toronto Pro Bikini Recap: How the Criteria Is Changing and the Importance of Posing Jun 22, 2026 00:43:02 This week on The Consistency Code, we're breaking down the Toronto Pro bikini results 👙We get into:✨ Our full recap of the show + standout placements✨ How bikini judging criteria has evolved (and where it might be headed)✨ Why posing can make or break your package — even with a great physiqueWhether you're prepping for your next show or just love behind-the-scenes bodybuilding talk, this one's pac
Ep. 19 - Peptides, GLP-1s & the Future of Fitness: Breakthrough or Shortcut?
Ep. 19 - Peptides, GLP-1s & the Future of Fitness: Breakthrough or Shortcut? Jun 15, 2026 00:45:58 The fitness industry is changing fast.From Ozempic and Wegovy to newer GLP-1 and emerging "GLP-3" medications, peptides have become one of the most talked-about topics in health, fitness, bodybuilding, and fat loss.In this episode, we're breaking down what peptides actually are, how GLP medications work, why they're producing such dramatic weight loss results, and whether they're revolutionizing t
Ep. 18 - Are You Really Ready to Compete? The Truth About Bodybuilding Nobody Talks About
Ep. 18 - Are You Really Ready to Compete? The Truth About Bodybuilding Nobody Talks About Jun 8, 2026 00:43:16 Everyone sees the stage photos, medals, and shredded physiques.Very few people see the months of sacrifice, financial investment, social trade-offs, mental challenges, and relentless discipline required to get there.In this episode, we break down what bodybuilding preps actually entail and help you determine whether stepping on stage is the right goal for you.We'll cover:✔️ The financial reality o
Ep. 17 - our Gut Isn’t Broken: What’s ACTUALLY Causing Your Bloating & Digestion Issues
Ep. 17 - our Gut Isn’t Broken: What’s ACTUALLY Causing Your Bloating & Digestion Issues Jun 1, 2026 00:58:11 In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about gut health, bloating, digestion, food sensitivities, and the wellness trends that are making people MORE obsessed, stressed, and symptomatic.The internet has convinced people that every stomach issue means their gut is “broken” - leading to extreme elimination diets, expensive supplements, detoxes, cleanses, and fear around food. But in reality,

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