This episode is a must-listen for anyone who's struggled to make lasting progress on their weight loss journey.

Holly and Jim delve into the top 5 ways people unknowingly get in their own way when it comes to weight loss. You'll discover insights into the mental blocks and self-sabotaging behaviors that could be holding you back.

By the end of this episode, you'll have awareness of the obstacles that may be standing between you and your weight loss goals – and the motivation to overcome them.

Tune in to learn practical strategies for identifying and overcoming self-sabotage, so you can finally break through your weight loss plateaus and achieve lasting success.

Discussed on the episode:

• The powerful mindset shift that can turn your weight loss journey into an enjoyable experience
• Surprising ways you might be making weight loss harder than it needs to be (and how to course-correct)
• How to uncover your true identity and harness its motivational power
• The dangers of making weight loss your sole focus (and what to concentrate on instead)
• The secret to surrounding yourself with a supportive network of "super friends"

For years, the conventional approach to type 2 diabetes has been to manage it with medication. But what if we've been looking at it all wrong? What if there's a way to actually reverse this condition, potentially eliminating the need for drugs altogether?

In this groundbreaking episode, we're joined by Professor Mike Lean, a world-renowned expert in the field of nutrition and diabetes. His research has uncovered a paradigm-shifting approach to treating type 2 diabetes that could transform lives.

Imagine being free from the burden of diabetes, no longer reliant on medications and their potential side effects. Professor Lean's findings offer a glimpse into a future where type 2 diabetes could be a reversible condition, empowering you to take control of your health.

Join us as we delve into the game-changing discoveries that have earned Professor Lean and his colleague, Professor Roy Taylor, the prestigious 2024 Rank Prize for Nutrition. Prepare to have your assumptions challenged and your mind opened to a new way of approaching this widespread condition.

• The surprising link between body fat distribution and type 2 diabetes
• The groundbreaking DiRECT study that turned conventional wisdom on its head
• How losing a specific amount of weight can put type 2 diabetes into remission
• Why pre-diabetes should be taken just as seriously as full-blown diabetes
• The role of diet, exercise, and medication in reversing and preventing type 2 diabetes
• Professor Lean's confidence in changing the global approach to type 2 diabetes management

• The DiRECT study: https://www.directclinicaltrial.org.uk/
• Counterweight program: https://www.counterweight.org/

Connect with Professor Mike Lean on X here: https://x.com/MEJLean

Ah, the dreaded weight loss plateau—that frustrating moment when your hard work seems to screech to a halt. But don't despair! This episode is your guide to smashing through those stubborn stalls.

Join Holly and Jim as they dive into the science behind why plateaus happen and reveal surprising insights that could shift your entire mindset. Spoiler alert: Plateaus may not be the enemy you think they are!

Imagine having a toolkit of proven strategies to reignite your weight loss when it gets stuck. This episode hands you the keys to unlock those tough plateaus and keep your progress rolling.

Hit play and get ready to turbocharge your weight loss journey! With Holly and Jim's expert advice, you'll transform plateaus from frustrating roadblocks into energizing pit stops on the path to your goals.

Discussed on the episode:

• The biological process that causes plateaus (and why it's not a bad thing)
• How to distinguish between a true plateau and a "pseudo-plateau"
• Practical tips for breaking through a plateau, including food logging and "metabolic curveballs"
• The surprising vacation strategy that could blast you out of a rut
• When it might be time to transition into weight loss maintenance mode

Resources Mentioned:

• Weight Loss And… Episode 19: https://weightlossand.com/reigniting-your-weight-loss-motivation-strategies-for-a-sustainable-journey