Best 12 Week Weight Loss Challenge Podcasts (2025)

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How To Change Your Identity To Build Strong Habits (the weight loss hack no one talks about) 50:28

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18h ago50:28

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The only way you go from who you are today to who you want to be is through evidence. Most of us want to skip ahead. We think we can just decide to be someone new, leap across the ravine, and instantly become the person with the outcome we want. But the truth? No one leaps. They build a bridge — one tiny, consistent plank at a time. This episode di…

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Why Your Beliefs Are Keeping You Stuck (and How to Challenge Them) 51:29

12d ago51:29

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If you’ve ever felt stuck on your weight loss journey and wondered why you just can’t stay consistent, this episode is for you. Spoiler: it’s usually not just about food, it’s about the stories you believe about yourself. In this episode, I’m diving into the sneaky limiting beliefs that hold us back, and how to start rewriting them so they actually…

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29. Childhood Obesity | Evan Nadler, MD, MBA 55:03

17d ago55:03

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Learn all the things you didn't know about childhood obesity from Evan Nadler, MD, who co-directed the nation's largest childhood obesity practice at Children's National in Washington, DC, for 20 years. Dr. Nadler brings a unique, non-judgmental approach to what he considers a fundamentally different disease from adult obesity. Key Topics Covered: …

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How Sharleen Lost Weight And Built Unshakeable Habits After Years Of Failure 1:12:06

24d ago1:12:06

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Sharleen shares her inspiring journey of losing 15 lbs, preparing for hip surgery, and finally breaking free from the all-or-nothing mindset that held her back for years. For so long, weight loss felt impossible. She knew what to do, even showing up at the gym consistently for a year, but still couldn’t understand why the results never came. Throug…

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28. Sick Fat: Biology, Not Willpower. Stop fighting the wrong enemy | Evan Nadler, MD, MBA 59:24

29d ago59:24

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SICK FAT: Biology, Not Willpower. Stop fighting the wrong enemy! Sick Fat, also known as adiposopathy, is a tough topic, so I found one of the most experienced specialists to walk us through it. With this episode, I'm hoping to change the narrative around obesity & chronic disease. From one of blame, to one of biology & healing. What I like about D…

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How I Stay Consistent When Life Gets Messy 53:07

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If life feels like an emotional rollercoaster and consistency seems impossible, this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m talking about what it really means to build habits when everything feels messy, chaotic, and hard. Spoiler: it’s not about being perfect or having it all figured out — it’s about learning how to show up even when you don’t want t…

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Making Long Term Weight Loss STICK! (For Life) 40:58

1M ago40:58

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If you’ve ever wondered how to make weight loss something you can actually stick with for life — not just for a few weeks — this episode is for you. I’m sharing a replay of a recent live event with my Lean with Plants clients, where we dive into how to think about weight loss in a way that makes staying consistent and building lifelong habits so mu…

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How to Make Continuous Progress to Reach Your Goal (The Kaizen Blueprint + 1% Better Rule) 54:57

2M ago54:57

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If you’ve ever started a diet, workout plan, or big goal with all the motivation in the world… only to fizzle out a few weeks later, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down the Japanese philosophy of Kaizen, continuous, small improvements that compound into massive change, and pairing it with James Clear’s 1% Better Rule from Atomic Habits so yo…

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27. Exercise Is Cancer Medicine | Anna Schwartz 51:08

2M ago51:08

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Meet the woman who helped create the field of exercise oncology. Anna Schwartz, PhD, NP, isn't just a world record-holding cyclist and cancer survivor – she's the researcher whose groundbreaking work proved exercise is medicine for cancer patients. From being told by a mentor, "nobody's studying this" to co-authoring the first exercise guidelines f…

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You Need To Master These 5 Habits To NEVER Gain Weight Again 48:31

2M ago48:31

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Most people don’t fail because they can’t lose weight. They fail because they can’t keep it off. The real battle is not about the scale. It is about your habits, your environment, and your identity. In this episode, we explore 5 habits that do more than help you lose weight. They make slipping hard and maintenance easy. These are the exact strategi…

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26. How I lost 82 Pounds | Debra Fowler 31:32

2M ago31:32

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Meet Debra Fowler, a 48-year-old nurse from North Carolina who went from hiding in the back of photos to confidently stepping on the scale each week. Her incredible 82-pound weight loss journey began with a powerful wake-up call at a funeral where she realized denial wasn't working anymore. In this raw, honest conversation, Debra shares how she tri…

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The Hidden Reason You Keep Ditching Your Diet — How To Set Boundaries And Stop People Pleasing 57:47

2M ago57:47

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Everyone talks about ‘setting boundaries!” But how important ARE boundaries for fat loss and what do you do when you’re stuck people pleasing in a way that sabotages your goals?? In this episode, we’re flipping the script on what a real boundary actually is (hint: it’s not telling people, “Don’t offer me cake”). You’ll learn: ✅ Why most boundaries …

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25. Urban Gardening in Tokyo, Japan | Jon Walsh 45:16

3M ago45:16

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Jon Walsh, urban farmer, teacher, and change-maker living in Tokyo, Japan, shares his remarkable journey from New Zealand to Japan, and how a tsunami, a tomato plant, and a mission to feed others sparked a whole movement. We dive into: How gardening can be simple—even in small urban spaces What makes Japan’s food culture so healthy (just 4% obesity…

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You’re Not Lazy, Your Systems Just SUCK — how to build habits without willpower 1:08:40

3M ago1:08:40

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I used to think I was lazy… undisciplined… broken. But the truth? I was just working against myself. In this episode, I’m sharing the turning point that changed everything: 👉 how eating MORE (yes, more!) helped me stop bingeing 👉 why you don’t need more willpower — you need fewer triggers 👉 how your inputs shape your results 👉 and why discipline ac…

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24. Can You Reverse Heart Disease? | Ajay Joseph, MD 21:59

3M ago21:59

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Fascinating conversation with Dr. Ajay Joseph, an interventional cardiologist from Tulsa who's doing something remarkable. He spends 4 days a week putting stents in patients' hearts, and 1 day a week teaching them how to cook healthy meals so they never need stents in the first place. Here's what stopped me in my tracks: → 90% of heart attacks are …

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How Tracy Lost 20 lbs in 12 weeks and Built Habits That LAST… 58:14

3M ago58:14

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I sat down with Tracy, who lost 20 pounds in just 12 weeks — after years of yo-yo dieting, guilt, and feeling stuck. What changed? Not just the food… but her identity. She built trust in herself. She stopped fearing the scale. She let go of guilt and started living in alignment with her goals. This conversation dives deep into what happens when you…

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Discipline Is A Muscle Not A Mood — How To Build Mental Toughness 57:44

3M ago57:44

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Discipline is about doing what you don’t want to do because you know it’s the right. The person you ARE and who you become through doing hard things paradoxically makes you happier. Victim hood doesn’t serve us, and I’ve had that tested over the past 4 months. Once again I’m coming back to delusional optimism. Wild gratitude and the WORK of being c…

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23. Revolutionary School Lunches-Lake Travis ISD | Marissa Bell, MPH, RD, LD 53:13

4M ago53:13

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Revolutionary School Lunch Program: How One Texas District Transformed Student Nutrition Lake Travis ISD has served 10,000 extra servings of fruits and vegetables beyond regular meals through unlimited produce offerings, while students run home asking parents for sugar snap peas after taste tests and participate in synchronized carrot crunches. Reg…

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How Sam Lost 35lbs And Beat The All Or Nothing Cycle As a Busy Mum 45:59

4M ago45:59

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Sam has struggled with her diet for years, even losing 50lb on Herbalife and then gaining it back. She felt like a failure with her diet because even when she knew what to do, she couldn’t get consistent. Now she’s lost close to 70lbs and has used the power of tiny habits in so many other areas of her life too. If you’re ready to do whatever is req…

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How to Stop Making Excuses And Become Someone Who Does Hard Things 47:28

4M ago47:28

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If you feel stuck in a cycle like you’re trying, but progress just isn’t happening fast enough, you’re not alone. It’s not that you’re not capable. It’s that there are hidden bottlenecks, subconscious beliefs, old habits, and tiny decisions you’re making daily—that are keeping you stuck. In this episode, I’m sharing a replay from a live event insid…

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22. Food Dignity | Clancy Harrison 52:37

4M ago52:37

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Clancy Harrison gives a masterclass on how to improve food access AND food dignity while improving economic development for farmers AND creating stronger ties throughout communities. Topics in today's episode: Food dignity is subjective and varies by individual. Community involvement is key to improving food access. Innovative partnerships can brea…

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Why You’re Not Making Progress (break the cycle NOW) 47:36

4M ago47:36

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If you keep gaining weight, sabotaging your progress, or feeling like you’re on a loop — you’re not lazy or broken. You’re just making tiny directional choices every day that are steering you somewhere. In this episode, we talk about how your daily habits are shaping your identity, why you don’t need massive motivation to change, and how to course-…

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Bingeing, All or Nothing Mindsets, Eating Out and MORE… Live Coaching Replay with Broccoli Mum 46:20

5M ago46:20

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Ever feel like you're smashing it one day… then eating everything in sight the next?Or maybe you eat out and think, “ I've ruined it” so you just give up on your diet completely or maybe deep down, you’ve got a story about yourself and your idenity that's keeping you stuck You’re not alone and you’re definitely not broken. In this live coaching rep…

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34 Habits and Hacks I Learned Before 34 50:43

5M ago50:43

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Ever feel like you're doing all the right things but still not seeing results? As it’s my birthday and I’m turning 34, I thought it was the perfect time to deep dive into the 34 habits and mindset shifts that have actually transformed my approach to health, fitness, and life all before turning 34! We're talking: Why delayed gratification beats deni…

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How To Stay Consistent When Your Emotions Feel Overwhelming with Coach Abbie 54:17

6M ago54:17

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Ever feel like life is just too much? Like you're drowning in emotions, trapped in a whirlwind of inconsistency, and the only thing that sounds remotely manageable… is lying in bed, crying, and eating chocolate? In this episode, I sat down with one of our amazing one-on-one Lean with Plants coaches, Abbie, to talk about how to manage those intense …

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How To Break The Binge and Restrict Cycle — 5 Step System 52:31

6M ago52:31

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Break free from the binge and restrict cycle with this powerful 5-step system. In this episode, I share my personal journey with binge eating and how I finally overcame it. I'll reveal why binge eating isn't a failure of willpower, but rather a normal response to food restriction and highly processed foods. You'll learn why traditional approaches f…

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21. How I Lost 67 Pounds | MSgt. Jan Jackson 55:50

6M ago55:50

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In this powerful "How I Did It" episode, Jan Jackson shares an extraordinary story of transformation—rising from high school dropout to Air Force Master Sergeant through sheer determination. Confronting a family history marked by tragedy—early deaths and physical challenges linked to poor nutrition—she boldly declared, "I am not my past. I want to …

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How Rebekah Lost 50 lbs and Escaped The Binge Shame Cycle 57:21

6M ago57:21

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Rebekah lost almost 50lbs in just four months. This isn’t just a weight loss story—it’s about overcoming the shame and self-doubt that held her back for years. This is one of most inspiring interviews I have ever done! In our conversation, Rebekah opens up about the emotional journey that led to not just losing weight, but gaining a newfound confid…

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How to Stop Overwhelm From Ruining Your Progress 56:47

7M ago56:47

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You’re trying to lose fat, but life keeps piling on stress, exhaustion, and overwhelm. When you feel like you’re at your limit, your brain screams for relief—maybe through food, skipping workouts, or just saying “screw it” for the day. But quitting never actually makes things easier. In this episode, I’ll show you exactly how to stay on track even …

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20. AmpleHarvest.org (Fighting Food Waste & Food Insecurity) | Gary Oppenheimer 45:23

7M ago45:23

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Learn how to fight food waste & food insecurity right in your own backyard! Garry Oppenheimer created AmpleHarvest.org to help gardeners donate fresh produce to local food pantries. Food pantries get just-in-time fresh produce to hungry families in a day or two -instead one to two weeks- and gardeners get to avoid the dilemma of what to do with exc…

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How Chelsea Lost 60 lbs in Under A Year With Her Unique Mindset (JUST DO IT!) 32:22

7M ago32:22

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Chelsea has lost over 60lbs over the last 11 months with simple systems and a remarkable simple mindset around just doing what is required and taking radical responsibility. I loved this conversation because it highlights how unemotional and uncomplicated success can be when you go all in. If you’re ready to do whatever is required to succeed for y…

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19. How I Lost 100 Pounds | Tommy Thomaidis 40:12

7M ago40:12

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You know how Jesus said, "It’s easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than a rich man to get into heaven". Well, Tommy Thomaidis is doing everything he can to get there! Hear Tommy share his journey from struggling with obesity to becoming a community food advocate, and especially how he left his Wall Street career behind to focus on …

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How To Create A Problem Solving Skill Set to Overcome Any Set Back 54:54

7M ago54:54

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In this episode I talk to Lean with Plants Coach Ruthanne on how to develop a problem solving mindset so that you can tackle any set back in your weight loss journey and accelerate your progress. Ruthanne has not only lost close to 40lbs herself with a newborn in the last 9 months, she’s also coached 100s of women 1:1 on how to build weight loss ha…

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18. National Farm To School Network | Miguel Villareal 1:02:21

8M ago1:02:21

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Join us as Miguel Villarreal, Interim Co-Executive Director, National Farm To School Network & school food service veteran, shares how culinary education and community collaboration are transforming student health and school wellness. From growing farm-to-school programs to addressing food inequities, Miguel reveals how parents, educators, and food…

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5 Uncomfortable Truths That Forced Me To Grow 51:42

8M ago51:42

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In order to live an exceptional life, you have to be the exception. This episode is all about leaning into the discomfort of being different, embracing awkwardness, and finding power in being misunderstood. Because let’s face it—if you’re trying to fit in, you’re probably shrinking parts of yourself to do it. We’ll talk about what it really means t…

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How To Build Trust In Yourself (so you can do hard things) 1:03:21

8M ago1:03:21

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Achieving anything is about going from known, what you have currently, to unknown which is what you COULD hypothetically have. Aka potential. Potential is always precipitated by an unknown action. An action you don’t have evidence for. If you are on a trajectory of success it’s because you have evidence that you take the KIND of action required to …

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17. How I Lost 70 Pounds | Curt Campbell 33:53

8M ago33:53

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From everyday dad to Ironman competitor - Curt's 70-pound weight loss journey started with simple daily changes, not extreme diets. With encouragement from his wife and support from a health coach friend, he reshaped his approach to food and fitness, tackling hidden sugars and discovering the power of meal prep. His candid take on prioritizing heal…

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How To Set Yourself Up To Succeed In 2025 46:17

8M ago46:17

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How do you build habits that make weight loss feel inevitable, succeed in that goal, and continue developing habits that create success in every area of your life? In this episode, we’re diving into the power of input-based goals—simple, daily actions that lead to lasting results. For weight-loss forget crash diets and short-term fixes; we’re talki…

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How Pam Reached Her Goal Weight In Her 60s And Found Food Freedom! 56:45

9M ago56:45

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Pam has struggled with her weight for most of her life. It’s taken years of her life and brain space and she constantly felt like a failure until she finally learned about habit change!! As she says in the episode “no one can lose weight in their 60s, that's what I was told…” But she’s defined ALL the odds and how has complete food freedom and weig…

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16. VA's MOVE! Weight Management Program | Kelley Hagerich, MD 35:16

9M ago35:16

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How can we better support our veterans in their journey to better health? Dr. Kelly Hagerich, National Lead Physician Champion for the Veterans Administration's MOVE! weight management program, dives into a few of the unique challenges veterans face, from managing chronic diseases to addressing the impacts of sexual assault and traumatic brain inju…

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Christmas Special — Changing Your Identity Around Food Choices 48:11

9M ago48:11

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Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle with food habits you can't seem to shake? In this live Q&A episode, we dive into how changing your identity is the key to lasting change. You'll learn why action-based goals (like swapping a food tradition for an activity) are more effective than vague outcomes (like "don't gain weight"). We'll explore how you…

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15. How I lost 85 pounds | Shanon Adams 50:54

9M ago50:54

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In this "How I Did It" episode, Shanon Adams, a 47-year old President & COO of a 200 person market research firm shares her 85 pound weight loss journey. If you're still on the fence about GLP-1 inhibitors, or think weight loss is all "mindset" & "willpower", this episode is for you. Listen to the #MoveEatGive by INTERRUPT HUNGER podcast on all you…

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Do You Have What It Takes To Lose Weight FOR GOOD — Why 99% Of People Fail 1:08:04

10M ago1:08:04

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Shockingly 99% of people will never lose weight and keep it off long term. (Not a real stat, but you get the picture, you’ve probably experienced it) I used to think everyone was capable of change, but I’ve since realised that not everyone has what it takes. Even if they want it. There are 6 things that that you MUST have if you want to be in the 1…

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How To Lose Weight Without Counting Calories — Getting Into A Calorie Deficit For Dummies 43:18

10M ago43:18

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In this episode, we’re diving into the one thing that completely changed my approach to weight loss—understanding a calorie deficit. For years, I chased quick fixes like juice cleanses, low-carb diets, and raw food diets and even going hungry, thinking they held the secret to fat loss. Spoiler alert: they didn’t. Once I realized the science behind …

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How To Keep Losing Weight When Your Mental Health Sucks 49:51

10M ago49:51

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If you’re going through some mental health struggles while still trying to lose weight then you’re going to need these four steps to making progress: Reset expectations Take radical ownership Force systems of change Embrace your hero arch. It IS possible to lose fat while not being 100% ok. Here’s how. 📚 Join my FREE Kickstarter Challenge👇⁠⁠⁠ ⁠http…

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14. Employee Gardens by StartOrganic | Troy Smothermon 46:06

11M ago46:06

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Hear how Troy Smothermon, co-founder of Start Organic, turned a passion for gardening into transformative corporate programs for companies like PayPal, Apple, and Tesla. Discover how growing food isn’t just about plants—it’s about reconnecting with nature, reducing stress, and building community in unexpected places. Topics 00:00 — Introduction: St…

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Why you need to stop worrying what people think and romanticise the struggle 32:04

11M ago32:04

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In this episode, I'm diving into some more raw voice memos and candid chats with my husband, Nick, as we rethink what success means to us. From the mindset shifts that help us see the beauty in the struggle to learning how to stop caring about others’ opinions, we’re exploring what it takes to build a life on our own terms. I hope these voice notes…

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How Marnie Lost 23lbs and Found Food Freedom After Menopause 1:11:32

11M ago1:11:32

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Marnie shares her inspiring journey of shedding 23 lbs and finding true food freedom after menopause. Two years ago, a glimpse in a store mirror left her shocked—she didn’t recognize the reflection staring back. Despite being a long-time dedicated whole-food, plant-based diet, menopause brought unexpected weight gain, leaving her feeling out of tou…

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13. How I lost over 200 pounds | Kim Greer (50) 35:33

11M ago35:33

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In this "How I Did It" episode, Kim Greer shares her transformative weight-loss journey. Coming from Afro-Caribbean roots, where "food is love," Kim reached 396 pounds. After losing 120 pounds through motivation and mindset, she sought counseling and underwent gastric sleeve surgery to reach her goals. Down over 200 pounds, Kim reveals the key habi…

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How To Not Give Up Even When You Hate The Process 54:18

11M ago54:18

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If you've ever found yourself using setbacks as a reason to quit? I've been there too. I’m not superhuman, but I’ve found a way to stop quitting when things get tough. Every time I want to give up, I remind myself that quitting would only make me feel worse and stressed. Instead, I’ve learned how to use struggles as growth opportunities. In this ep…