Hey there. For a long time, I felt like everything I heard about weight loss and fitness was based on absolutes. You can eat this, but not that. You have to follow this plan, but don’t even think about doing anything else. It was all about rigid rules, strict expectations, and either being “on” or “off.” And when that’s the only narrative you hear, it’s easy to believe that’s the only way forward.
But eventually, I hit a point where I started questioning all of it. I asked myself what it would look like to stop swinging from one extreme to the other. What would happen if I stopped chasing perfection and instead focused on building something that actually worked for me? Not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a plan based on what I enjoy, what I need, and what I can actually sustain.
That’s when I started pulling things back to center. I wasn’t trying to be ultra-disciplined or completely carefree. I was simply trying to find my place in between. That space is where progress actually started to feel real. It wasn’t driven by guilt or fear. It was steady. It was personal. And most importantly, it was mine.
This middle ground looks a little different for each of us. For some, it’s learning how to enjoy pizza without spiraling into shame. For others, it’s allowing flexibility in a workout routine without labeling it a failure. No matter what it looks like for you, stepping away from the extremes gives you a chance to build something that lasts.
So here’s my question for you. When did that shift happen? What was the moment when you decided that living in the middle made more sense than trying to be perfect or giving up completely? Shoot me an email and let me know.
That moment matters. And the more we talk about it, the more we help others realize they don’t have to choose between two extremes. There’s always a path forward that fits who they are.
If you’re ready to build your own balanced approach to fitness and wellness, I’d love to help. Join me inside The YLF Experience and start building a plan that meets you where you are.