Welcome, to the home of the PCS-Proof Podcast!

Where we cover everything you need to know
to thrive in every season of MilSpouse Life
(while keeping your sanity intact)!

Join Host, Grace Barnick-Damazo, as she shares stories of personal experience & expert fitness advice to help you navigate the unique challenges and celebrate the triumphs of military Spouse-hood⎯all with a sense of humor & little doses of tough love, when necessary.

Whether you're headed out on a walk or you're sitting on hold with TriCare🤪, these bite-sized episodes are the perfect length to add to your unpredictable military lifestyle!

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The Truth About Discipline: How to Stay Fit Without Burning Out

Are You Tired of Feeling Like Discipline is Just Another Chore? Let’s Change That.

You started the year strong, fired up with motivation, but now? Every workout feels like a chore. That meal plan? Way too much effort. And all those goals you set? Well… they’re collecting dust.

It’s NOT your fault.

Discipline for the sake of discipline can actually work against you—leading to burnout, resentment, and avoidance. But today, we’re talking about something different: Discipline with a Purpose.

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How to Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Finally See Fitness Results in 2025

One of the biggest struggles I hear from women is this: “I just don’t have time to work out, meal prep, or prioritize my health.” Sound familiar? But here’s the truth—we do have time. The problem isn’t time—it’s what we’re filling it with.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the Big Rocks Analogy—a powerful concept that will completely shift how you think about time management, goal-setting, and getting real, lasting results in your health, fitness, and even your business.

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The ‘Magic Pill’ Trap: Why Quick Fixes Are Sabotaging Your Fitness Goals

Feeling frustrated with your fitness progress? You’re NOT alone. It’s the end of January—the longest month of the year.

This is exactly the time of year when predatory wellness companies start circling, offering you “magic pill” solutions—shakes, supplements, detoxes, and even prescription drugs that promise rapid results. Listen now to hear the hard truth about the “Magic Pill” trap.

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35% of People QUIT Their Fitness Resolutions for THIS Reason… (Don’t Be One of Them)

In this second episode of our New Year Resolutions “Best Practices” for fitness success series, we’re diving into one of the biggest reasons New Year’s resolutions fail.
Today, I’m sharing my second best practice for sustainable fitness goal achievement: why setting realistic goals and action steps is the key to long-term success.

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Best Fitness Practices for 2025: Why Boring Beats Flashy Every Time

Happy New Year and welcome to the first episode of 2025! 🎉 After an adventurous holiday season, I’m back with a fresh perspective on sustainable fitness goals—and trust me, it’s not what you expect. Today, we’re diving into why boring fitness habits are the secret weapon for military spouses and active-duty women who want to crush their health goals this year. Forget flashy routines and unsustainable trends; it’s time to embrace the power of simple, consistent actions that truly get results.

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Your Most Important New Year’s Task (Hint: It’s NOT Setting Goals)

The end of the year is here, and while the world seems to be buzzing about goal-setting for 2025, we’re hitting pause. In this episode, we’re flipping the script on the usual New Year’s resolutions and diving into the real first step to building a year you’ll be proud of: reflection.

Military life often feels like a whirlwind, especially during the holidays, but this quiet week between Christmas and New Year’s is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and reset. Join me as I share practical steps to honor your wins, uncover lessons learned, and celebrate your growth over the past year. These steps will transform your perspective and give you the clarity you need to set intentional, meaningful goals that actually stick.

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