In this episode of The Healthy Diary Podcast, I dive into one of the biggest challenges many of you face when it comes to weight loss: staying motivated. As someone who has worked with countless women on their health journey, I know that waiting for the "right moment" or the "perfect burst of motivation" can keep you stuck. In today's episode, I’ll share some practical tips and strategies to help you overcome that motivational slump, take action, and most importantly, stay consistent on your journey toward a healthier, happier life.

I also share a bit about my own personal struggles with motivation and how I eventually realised that relying on it was never going to get me to where I wanted to be. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start taking action, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you get going.

Key Takeaways:

1. Motivation is Unreliable: Don’t rely on motivation alone. It’s an emotion that comes and goes, which means it can’t be the driving force behind your weight loss journey.
2. Find Your Deeper "Why": Dig deep and figure out why you really want to lose weight. Is it to feel healthier? To avoid a family history of disease? Knowing your deeper "why" will give you the drive you need to keep going, even when motivation fades.
3. Break Down Your Goals: It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you think about how much weight you want to lose. Break it down into smaller, more manageable milestones (like 400 grams per week) so it feels achievable.
4. Make the Start Simple: If taking that first step feels too big, simplify it. Instead of aiming for an hour at the gym, start with a 10-minute walk. Once you’re in motion, it’s easier to keep going.
5. Build Consistent Habits: Success doesn’t come from relying on willpower alone. Focus on creating habits—like meal prepping—that make it easier to stay on track without requiring a daily dose of motivation.
6. Have a Backup Plan: Life will throw challenges your way, and motivation will disappear. That’s why it’s important to have a backup plan for those tough days so you don’t fall off track.
7. Lean on Your Support Network: Surround yourself with people who are working towards similar goals, whether it's a support group or community, to stay accountable and motivated.

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In this episode, I’m answering some of the most common questions I receive from my community around weight loss. We dive deep into topics like calorie deficits, different dieting approaches, maintaining your progress over the weekend, and how to tackle late-night snacking. If you've ever wondered whether you need to snack before bed or which diet is best for you, this episode has all the answers!

What You’ll Learn:

• Night Snacking: Should you have a snack after dinner? I’ll share why late-night snacking might be affecting your sleep, digestion, and weight loss, and how to break the habit if it’s no longer serving you.
• Calorie Counting, Intermittent Fasting, or Intuitive Eating: With so many conflicting methods, I’ll help you figure out which one suits your lifestyle and long-term goals best.
• Are Wellness Apps Accurate for Tracking Calories? I’ll discuss how reliable (or not) apps like MyFitnessPal are and provide better ways to approach calorie counting.
• Maintaining a Calorie Deficit Over the Weekend: Learn how to balance your social life with your weight loss goals and enjoy your weekends without undoing all your progress.

Resources Mentioned:

• Join My Free Facebook Community – Get access to exclusive tools like my nutrition calculator and connect with other women on their weight loss journeys!
• Episode 22: 6 Ways to Know If Your Diet Will Help You Keep the Weight Off for Good

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If you've ever wondered how to achieve consistent weight loss without extreme dieting, tracking calories, or spending hours at the gym, this episode of The Healthy Diary Podcast is for you!

I’m spilling the tea on her secret formula that has helped countless women lose 500 grams+ a week – and I’m breaking it down step-by-step.

Ready to dive in? Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll learn:

• My 5-step process to help women lose weight consistently
• Discover what's a realistic weight loss rate
• The best calorie deficit that drives consistency
• How planning and organising your meals and exercise into your calendar can be a game-changer for consistency.
• How to enjoy your social life without sabotaging your weight loss goals – it’s all about the right mindset!

As you may already know, my approach is all about making weight loss simple, sustainable, and stress-free. This episode is packed with actionable tips that you can start using today to kickstart your weight loss journey.

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LINKS:

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