Hey there. When it comes to weight loss and fitness, the biggest thing people overlook is mindset. Social media shows you the workouts, the meal plans, and the before-and-after photos. What you don’t see is what’s going on inside someone’s head. The truth is, a lot of people who look like they have it all figured out are actually fighting a daily battle with how they see themselves.
That’s why I keep coming back to the inside/out approach. Your mindset drives everything. If your journey is built on guilt, anxiety, or self-criticism, it’s not going to be sustainable. You can force yourself to stick with a diet or a program you hate for a while, maybe even years, but eventually reality hits. Things go sideways, and everything comes crashing down.
The alternative is to build from the inside out. That means starting with appreciation. Not just of the reflection in the mirror, but of the person underneath. You have to build yourself up instead of tearing yourself down. From there, you create routines and habits around your preferences. If you enjoy the foods you’re eating and the activities you’re doing, you’ll want to keep going. And that consistency is what makes all the difference.
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “The best plan is the one you can stick to.” I’d take it a step further. The best plan is the one you like enough to stick to. When you enjoy what you’re doing, you stop fighting yourself and start building momentum. That becomes your foundation. With that foundation in place, you can try new things, adjust your workouts, or experiment with different eating strategies, but you’ll always have a base that feels right for you.
None of us were taught to do this. Most of us were taught to follow rules, push harder, and keep grinding. But you don’t have to keep following a plan that makes you miserable. You can build one around your life, your preferences, and your mindset. That’s what leads to calm, deliberate progress and long-term results.
If you’re ready to stop forcing yourself into plans that don’t fit and start building a foundation you actually enjoy, I’d love for you to join The YLF Experience. Together, we’ll create an approach built around your preferences, reinforce your confidence daily, and make lasting changes from the inside out.