Best Leslie Hooper Podcasts (2025)

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EPISODE 67: Honoring Your Body Today to Transform Your Body Tomorrow 31:36

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We're SUPER-DUPER EXCITED to announce our brand-spankin' new mini-course, Your Summer Grill & Chill Playbook! Summer is here, and with it comes summer vacations filled with sun, sand, and swimsuits—but for many women, the thought of wearing shorts, tank tops, or bathing suits can trigger body insecurity, tempting you to stay home instead of making …

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EPISODE 66: From Picnics to Parties: Stick to Your Weight Loss Strategy This Summer 21:50

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Think summer’s all-you-can-eat BBQs and beachside cocktails are a death sentence for your diet? Think again. In this episode, I'm breaking down how to nail your weight loss goals without ditching the fun. From dodging buffet traps to mastering mindful eating, we’re sharing the EXACT strategies we use to keep our clients on track—no matter how many …

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EPISODE 65: How to Shift Your Mindset From "Diet" to "Lifestyle" 19:45

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In this heartfelt episode, we dive into a relatable Reddit post from a woman who’s struggling to maintain a healthy weight while juggling a busy social calendar and a family who doesn't have the same eating goals she does. She loves cooking, eating, and indulging in high-calorie dishes at weekly gatherings, but finds herself stuck in a cycle of wei…

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EPISODE 64: Menstrual Munchies: How to Control Cravings, Hunger, and Bloat During Your Period 29:14

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Do you struggle to stick to your weight loss plan during your period? You're not alone! In this week's episode, I dive into the psychological and physiological differences behind menstrual munchies and hormonal challenges that can derail your goals. Join us as we share practical strategies to tame cravings, manage hunger, and reduce bloating, all w…

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EPISODE 63: Behind Closed Doors: Understanding Why You Secretly Eat 30:55

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Have you ever bought cookies you’ve been craving, consumed the entire box, and then taken out the trash before your partner returns home? Or maybe you’ve ordered a salad while dining out with friends, but stopped to pick up a cheeseburger and fries on your way home so you can enjoy the food without feeling judged? Yeah, me too. Join me on this week…

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EPISODE 62: A Compilation of 'Naturally Thin' Eating Habits 28:37

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In this episode I debunk the lie that the fitness industry teaches about discipline being the key to a successful transformation and how that philosophy has kept dieters on a hamster wheel for years. Every frustrated dieter wonders why they can’t just be more disciplined. They wonder why they can start off strong in the morning and the wheels inevi…

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EPISODE 61: Overcoming Body Insecurity in Swimsuit Season 27:44

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Every summer, the same anxiety creeps in. You’ve been working hard to shift your mindset and embrace positive changes, but the sight of everyone in shorts and short sleeves sends your confidence spiraling. Sound familiar? In this episode, we dive into the struggle of a woman on Reddit who posted how she was feeling defeated in her body when the sum…

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EPISODE 60: Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway: Breaking the Cycle of Inaction 27:52

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In today's episode, we dive deep into how fear fuels inaction and keeps your dreams just out of reach. It can feel safe to do nothing, but staying still carries a hidden risk — remaining stuck in the same place year after year, never reaching your true potential. Through powerful stories, expert insights, and practical steps, we uncover why fear pa…

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EPISODE 59: "It's 3pm and I only have 300 calories left for the day. What do you do?" 18:58

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In this episode, we dive into the relatable struggles of calorie tracking and unexpected weight gain, inspired by one woman’s eye-opening journey. After “mysteriously” packing on pounds, one Redditor — a 27-year-old, 5’8” professional —discovered the culprit: underestimating her daily intake. (You can see the original post HERE.) With breakfast at …

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EPISODE 58: Unlock Your Brain to Stop Overeating - Answering Your Questions! 44:17

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YOU DIDN'T MISS IT, DID YOU!? Last week, Coach Steph Miramontes and I hosted our Virtual Live Event: Unlock Your Brain to Stop Overeating and we're dedicating today to answering some of the questions we didn't get to address in the training. Also, if you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and interested in joining us in the O…

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EPISODE 57: Once Diet-Obsessed to 5 Years of Sustainable Weight Loss: Abi's Success Story 48:16

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Unlock Your Brain to Stop Overeating by attending our upcoming FREE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT for Women who have a history of all-or-nothing eating and want to Discover THE Science-Based Secret No One is Talking About, But Every Woman Who Wants to Lose Weight for Good Needs to Start Today ==> REGISTER NOW In this inspiring episode, we welcome Abi back to …

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EPISODE 56: Debbie's Story: Discovering What REALLY Works After 50 Years of Yo-Yo Dieting 59:49

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Unlock Your Brain to Stop Overeating by attending our upcoming FREE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT for Women who have a history of all-or-nothing eating and want to Discover THE Science-Based Secret No One is Talking About, But Every Woman Who Wants to Lose Weight for Good Needs to Start Today ==> REGISTER NOW In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Debbie…

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EPISODE 55: FINALLY Achieving Lasting Weight Loss in Your 50's - Liz's Story, One Year Update 59:14

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Unlock Your Brain to Stop Overeating by attending our upcoming FREE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT for Women who have a history of all-or-nothing eating and want to Discover THE Science-Based Secret No One is Talking About, But Every Woman Who Wants to Lose Weight for Good Needs to Start Today ==> REGISTER NOW She’s baaAAack! In this episode, we reconnect with…

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EPISODE 54: How to Stick to Your Diet When You Don't Feel Like It 23:10

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Have you ever noticed how everyone in the diet industry sounds the same? Everyone wants you to eat more vegetables, get more sleep, drink more water, and exercise more. I don’t disagree with this advice, but here’s the problem – it's surface level advice. It’s what the frustrated 95% of yo-yo dieters are doing and why they may be feeling defeated. …

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EPISODE 53: Rewriting Your Identity for Lifelong Weight Loss 35:53

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Today, I’m sharing a mind-blowing idea that changed how I tackle goals — like losing weight for good. When I was struggling to lose weight, I'd always focus on outcomes, like dropping pounds on the scale, but I really struggled with consistency. I've since learned that one of the most powerful tools you can have in your lifelong weight loss toolbox…

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EPISODE 52: Consistency Over Perfection: The Key to Eating Like a Naturally Thin Person 32:47

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In this episode, we dive into the real reason many struggle with weight loss: it's not about losing weight, it's about adopting the mindset and eating habits of a 'naturally thin' person that you can maintain for the rest of your life. We explore a thought-provoking Reddit post from a woman who has recently lost and regained 80 pounds, realizing th…

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EPISODE 51: Decluttering Your Mind: Letting Go of Beliefs That Cause You to Overeat 29:25

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At 25, we reach physical maturity, but emotional and psychological maturity often comes much later — if it happens at all. By then, our minds are filled with beliefs, perspectives, and rules from others: parents, teachers, media, society. These ideas, many of them not our own, often shape our lives without us even realizing it. We’ve internalized e…

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EPISODE 50: You Won't Be Able to Stop Binge Eating Until You Understand This 26:06

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In this episode, I dive into a powerful Reddit post that highlights the struggles and experiences of those dealing with binge eating while seeking the help of an expert. We explore the emotional triggers, the patterns of behavior, and the deeper psychological reasons that keep burned out dieters stuck in this cycle. But it’s not all about the strug…

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EPISODE 49: When Losing Weight Doesn't Fix Your Mental Health Challenges 32:27

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In today’s episode, we dive into a thought-provoking Reddit post from a woman who has recently realized that despite losing 100 pounds, she's still struggling with mental health challenges she had BEFORE she lost the weight. As many people do, she was absolutely certain that if she got to a comfortable weight, that her problems would simply melt aw…

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EPISODE 48: "I Eat Healthy All Day, But I Binge at Night" Breaking the Cycle 24:39

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In today’s episode, we dive into a thought-provoking Reddit post from a male dieter struggling to stay on track with his healthy eating goals, especially when the evening rolls around. He describes how he can manage balanced meals during the first part of the day, but come evening, something shifts. The urge to binge on junk food—chocolate, chips, …

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EPISODE 47: What Do 'Naturally Thin' People ACTUALLY Eat Every Day? 31:42

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If you want to be someone who rarely thinks about food and feels completely in control of what you eat in a way that feels easy, then you have to learn how to adopt the inner psychology and eating habits of a ‘naturally thin’ person. The glaring difference between the lifestyle of Burned Out Dieter vs the lifestyle of the ‘Naturally Thin’ is that t…

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EPISODE 46: How to Get Over Feeling Self-Conscious and Intimidated in the Gym 29:33

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Starting a fitness journey can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re new to the equipment or feeling self-conscious in your body. In this week's episode, we're here to help New Year's resolutioners push past those fears and tackle the fears that may be preventing them from reaching their full potential. If you're worried about being judged, not k…

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EPISODE 45: The #1 Reason Why Only 9% of Resolutioners Will Achieve Their Goal in 2025 30:19

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As we kick off 2025, many dieters are setting ambitious weight loss resolutions — hoping this year will be the one they finally achieve their goal, but the truth is, only 9% will actually be successful. So what do those successful 9% know that the other 91% don't? The secret often lies in understanding the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic…

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EPISODE 44: How to Survive the Holidays as a People Pleaser 32:50

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The holidays can bring joy, but they also bring stress—especially for dieters who struggle with balancing self-care and social obligations. In this episode, I dive into how holiday pressures and people-pleasing tendencies can lead to emotional burnout, causing dieters to use food as a way to self-soothe, cope, and numb feeling overwhelmed. Whether …

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EPISODE 43: Common Triggers for Holiday Overeating and How to Overcome Them 20:56

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Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. In this episode, I dive deep into the common emotional and environmental triggers that lead to overeating during the …

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EPISODE 42: This Unconventional Holiday Gift Will Change Your Life Forever! 25:00

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Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. In today's episode, I explored a post on Reddit from a woman who asked herself the question, "If I won the lottery, w…

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EPISODE 41: Drink Smart: How to Balance Alcohol and Weight Loss During the Holidays 25:33

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Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. The average adult will DOUBLE their alcohol consumption during the holidays and as a dieter you know, that throwing b…

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EPISODE 40: Master Your Thanksgiving Meal Using These Simple Strategies 34:52

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Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. This week marks the beginning of several weeks of holidays. That means parties, family gatherings, and lots of food. …

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EPISODE 39: How to Stop Grazing and Sneaky Snacking 29:10

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Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. As a dieter, I was a gold medalist in "grazing”. Primarily because I was constantly trying to eat the least amount of…

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EPISODE 38: Why 'Naturally Thin' People Don't Clean Their Plates, But Dieters Do 28:47

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Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. Are you a member of the Clean Plate Club? Do you typically eat until all the food on your plate is gone, regardless o…

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EPISODE 37: Struggling With Consistency? Do This for Faster Results 23:24

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Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. In this episode we debunk the lie that the fitness industry teaches about discipline being the key to a successful tr…

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EPISODE 36: Easy Tips to Have a Binge-Free Halloween 31:45

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With Halloween upon us, the Sugar Express is rolling full steam ahead! This is the time of year when cravings reach critical mass, new diabolical scientific concoctions hit the streets, and candy bowls across the land always seem to be filled to the brim. Unfortunately, this holiday also brings about unnecessary stress, self-judgement and uncontrol…

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EPISODE 35: Calorie Counting or Intuitive Eating? How About Something In-Between? 26:37

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Today, I explore the pros and cons of calorie counting and intuitive eating. Everything you've learned in your years of dieting isn't trash. And everything promoted by the intuitive eating community also isn't a dumpster fire. The problem with both of these methodologies is when they're taken to extremes, soo why not try something in the middle? So…

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EPISODE 34: 4 Daily Fat Gaining Habits You Don't Even Know You're Doing 33:52

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In this week's episode, I respond to a Reddit post titled, "The habits of naturally fat people" in which a woman who's recently lost 45 pounds discusses the subtle fat gaining habits she had when she was obese. Coach Steph Miramontes and I address each one of the daily habits she shared and discuss how they may seem insignificant on their face, but…

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EPISODE 33: How to Silence the 'Food Noise' Without Medication or Therapy 26:04

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As a professional dieter, you've probably read a lot about compulsive overeating and the uncontrollable urges that drive food obsession. So much so, that you may even feel like you're addicted to food. And chances are, what you're experiencing feels like what you're battling is far beyond willpower and personal discipline. But here's the thing. If …

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EPISODE 32: Weight Loss With ADHD: Tips That Actually Work 33:14

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This week on the podcast, we're doing things a little differently. I've invited Coach Steph Miramontes to open up and share her history as a struggling yo-yo dieter with ADHD. Topics discussed: Advantages and disadvantages of having ADHD when dieting What is misunderstood about ADHD and weight loss Medicated vs Unmedicated: How it affects you and b…

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EPISODE 31: There Are 100 Days Left in 2024. What Will You Do With Them? 21:21

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There are 100 days left in 2024. Many of us made personal goals on January 1st. How are those coming along? If you haven’t made much progress — or even started — it’s not too late. You can completely change your life in 100 days if you decide to. Implementing small behavioral shifts can become a habit with a lifelong ripple effect. In 100 days, you…

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EPISODE 30: How to Delay Instant Gratification Without Feeling Restricted 30:34

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Slow and steady wins the race, but dieters crave fast, fierce, and furious for their weight loss programs. Instant gratification dominates the mindsets of most dieters. They want quick solutions and quicker results. Consider what causes you to pursue a long-term project - like writing a book, building a relationship, learning an instrument, etc. Wi…

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EPISODE 29: 6 Ways 'Naturally Thin' People Think Differently 26:15

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If you want to be someone who rarely thinks about food and feels completely in control of what you eat in a way that feels easy, then you have to learn how to adopt the inner psychology and eating habits of a ‘naturally thin’ person. The glaring difference between the lifestyle of defeated dieter vs the lifestyle of the ‘naturally thin’ is that the…

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EPISODE 28: 4 Hidden Reasons Why You Still Haven't Lost Weight 33:55

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Do you know why your diet isn't working? Join co-coach, Steph Miramontes, and me in this week’s episode as we dive into the 4 reasons why you still haven't lost the weight. Most people choose to follow meal plans and cookie cutter diets over a more mindful approach because the “rules” and boundaries have already been created for you. This helps you…

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EPISODE 27: Why This Doctor Doesn't Recommend Restrictive Dieting (and What to Do Instead) 47:26

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you a Burned Out Dieter Who's Struggling to Stay on Track? Join me and Coach Steph in the Outsmart Overeating program -- 6 weeks dedicated to helping emotional, binge, and compulsive overeaters STOP OVEREATING through psychology, NOT restrictive dieting or willpower. You can snag all the details on the enrollment page. This week, …

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EPISODE 26: Therapist Reveals Her History With an Eating Disorder and the Unique Process That Ended It All 53:53

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you a Burned Out Dieter Who's Struggling to Stay on Track? Join me and Coach Steph on our FREE LIVE TRAINING as we share how to achieve Lifelong Weight Loss through psychology, NOT restrictive dieting or willpower. You can snag all the details when you register HERE. As Nicolette was entering her 20's, she started developing an ea…

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EPISODE 25: Why Setting Goals is Overrated (And What to Do Instead) 25:05

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you a Burned Out Dieter Who's Struggling to Stay on Track? Join me and Coach Steph on our FREE LIVE TRAINING as we share how to achieve Lifelong Weight Loss through psychology, NOT restrictive dieting or willpower. You can snag all the details when you register HERE. In this episode we debunk the lie that the fitness industry teac…

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EPISODE 24: Plan for Failure for More Consistent Weight Loss 22:38

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you a Burned Out Dieter Who's Struggling to Stay on Track? Join me and Coach Steph on our FREE LIVE TRAINING as we share how to achieve Lifelong Weight Loss through psychology, NOT restrictive dieting or willpower. You can snag all the details when you register HERE. You probably realize that consistency is important for making pr…

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EPISODE 23: What Science Reveals About 'Naturally Thin' People and Their Metabolisms 28:03

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you a Burned Out Dieter Who's Struggling to Stay on Track? Join me and Coach Steph on our FREE LIVE TRAINING as we share how to achieve Lifelong Weight Loss through psychology, NOT restrictive dieting or willpower. You can snag all the details when you register HERE. In this episode I debunk the two metabolic myths of a 'naturally…

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EPISODE 22: What Does It Mean to Eat Like a 'Naturally Thin' Person? 26:51

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In this episode I debunk the lie that the fitness industry teaches about discipline being the key to a successful transformation and how that philosophy has kept dieters on a hamster wheel for years. Every frustrated dieter wonders why they can’t just be more disciplined. They wonder why they can start off strong in the morning and the wheels inevi…

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EPISODE 21: Dietitian Reveals Her Secret Struggles With Dieting and The Only Thing That Worked 1:14:55

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing two-time client, Rachael, a registered dietician. After losing weight using the strategies in 75 Hard, Rachael knew she was barely hanging on by a thread and couldn’t maintain the extreme restriction required that caused her to lose the weight. At one point, her husband expressed concern about he…

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EPISODE 20: How My 'Naturally Thin' Daughter Stays Thin Eating Whatever She Wants 29:12

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You know those annoying people who can eat whatever they want without gaining a pound? Meanwhile YOU can't even smell a chocolate chip cookie without sending the button on your pants flying across the room at lightning speed? It's maddening, isn't it? I used to be so jealous of these people...until I became one. But how? Doesn't being a 'naturally …

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EPISODE 19: Is Taking Ozempic the Easy Way Out? 3 Client Success Stories 1:13:05

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WELP! It’s finally here. The moment we’ve all been waiting for… Okay, maybe it’s not the moment YOU’VE been waiting for, but it’s definitely the moment I’ve been waiting for! Today, I’m making good on a promise. I invited three former clients to share their experience on Ozempic (or similar GLP-1 weight loss medications) and the conversation gets j…

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EPISODE 18: If You Haven't Lost Weight in the Past 3 Months, Here's Why 30:17

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Do you know what the absolute stupidest thing most people do that keeps them unfit is? I mean the absolute LITERAL dumbest thing that can keep you from accomplishing any goal. It doesn't matter if you want to get rich; it'll keep you poor. Want to lose weight? This will keep you fat. Want to be in a relationship? This mistake will keep you single. …