How to Make Weight Loss a Lifestyle (Not a Diet)
Build an ongoing approach to eating, exercise and how you see yourself that fits your life.
Build an Active Lifestyle You Actually Enjoy
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.
Why Your Weight Loss Journey Has Always Felt Incomplete
Hey there. For over two decades I’ve watched the fitness and weight loss industry market against people’s insecurities. They tell you that if you change your body, you’ll finally feel good about yourself. The problem is, most of us know from experience that even when the weight comes off, the self-doubt and negative thoughts don’t automatically disappear. That’s why I’ve built an inside/out approach.
The Best Program Is the One You Can Stick With
Hey there. You’ve probably heard this before. The best program is the one you can stick with. It sounds obvious. But when you really start to unpack it, there’s so much depth in that simple statement.
Finding Enjoyment is the Key to Lasting Change
Hey there. We live in a world where we are constantly told what we should be doing. Social media is filled with fitness influencers and self-development gurus shouting about discipline, willpower, and taking action. You scroll through your feed, nodding in agreement, thinking, “Yeah, they’re right.” But you don’t act on it. You don’t make the change. And then, the guilt creeps in.
Appreciating Your Body While Working to Change It
Hey there. What I want for everyone, including you, is to be able to appreciate and love the body you are in while you put in the effort to change it. If you are exercising regularly and following an eating plan based on your preferences, your body is going to change. It may not look like someone else's, but it will evolve in a way that works for you.
Start With What You’re Willing and Able to Do
Hey there. When it comes to eating and exercise, most people overcomplicate the process. We hear about “optimal” diets or “perfect” workout routines and think we have to follow them exactly. But the truth is, if you want to build lasting habits, you have to start with what you’re willing and able to do right now.
The Foundation of Consistency Starts With You
Hey there. When it comes to building a sustainable, healthy lifestyle, there are two critical perspectives we need to address: yours and the role of fitness professionals…
Try based around your preferences for a year and see what happens
This takes all of the pressure of making the “right” choices around eating and exercise, while helping you connect with yourself.