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In this episode of If Diets Don’t Work, I’m joined by Zoe Thompson, a powerhouse whose journey from extreme weight loss to strength training is truly inspiring.
In 2009, Zoe found herself overweight, unhealthy, and unhappy. Determined to change her life, she embarked on a journey to transform her health, losing 6 stone in 6 months with the help of a Very Low-Calorie Diet (VLCD). While the weight loss was significant, it led Zoe down a path of unhealthy habits, developing an unhealthy relationship with food and exercise, relying on extreme cardio, and fearing weight gain.
But everything changed in 2010 after Zoe was diagnosed with gallstones and had to undergo surgery. That’s when a personal trainer introduced her to weightlifting—a decision that completely shifted her perspective on health. Weight training became a game-changer for her. She stopped obsessing over the scale, and food became fuel rather than something to fear. Her relationship with food improved, and she began valuing her body for what it could do instead of focusing on how it looked.
In this episode Zoe shares her incredible story with us and discusses how her journey to strength has reshaped her life and mindset.
Tune in to hear how Zoe went from struggling with her relationship with food to becoming a strongwoman competitor, redefining what strength truly means.
How to connect with Zoe:
Website: https://www.zoethompson.uk/
Email: [email protected]
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