Episodes
Published 03/26/24
What’s the best weight loss drug? Is semaglutide safe?  What’s the difference between Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro?  If you are considering taking one of these new weight loss medications, then this episode is for you.   These new “miracle” weight loss drugs are supposedly helping people lose weight like crazy.. Even Oprah recently announced that she was using them to help her lose weight! In this episode, we’ll answer the following questions . . .  What is semaglutide? What does it do in...
Published 03/26/24
Do you sometimes feel like you’re doing everything right, but just can’t lose weight? Or do you feel like you’re not eating “bad”, but you’ve started gaining weight?  Well, congratulations! You’ve come to the right place. You’re about to find out why.  In this episode, I'll explain a sneaky food habit that might keep you from losing weight or even cause you to gain weight. Yikes! The big problem is - you probably don't even realize you're doing this. I call it “the trickle.” It can keep...
Published 03/19/24
This episode is one of the most important and heartfelt messages I’ve ever shared.  It’s about a huge weight loss mistake, but honestly it’s so much more than that.  Some mistakes might slow your weight loss or keep you from losing weight at all. Other mistakes are much more serious and detrimental.  What I’m explaining today will steal your happiness and lead to a ton of regret. It’s my prayer that this episode will help you find more clarity, joy, happiness, and peace of mind.   1: JOIN...
Published 03/12/24
Are you sabotaging yourself with this weight loss mistake?  The really sneaky part is that most people don’t even realize they’re doing it. Or they might even think it’s actually a good thing. But it’s not.  This sneaky weight loss mistake has 4 huge consequences. Ultimately it will sling you into a self-defeating all-or-nothing weight loss cycle that just repeats itself.  In today’s episode, I’ll tell you . . .  The big weight loss mistakeHow to determine if you’re doing thisExactly what...
Published 03/05/24
If you’ve tried a bunch of different diets but none seem to work …  Or if you keep trying but keep quitting …  Or if you’re always starting the newest trendiest weight loss program …  Then this episode is for you. Your struggles may have more to do with your brain than your body. Today I’ll explain how your brain can work against you when it comes to losing weight.  There are some psychological principles and neuroscience going on behind the scenes that might lead you into a self-defeating...
Published 02/27/24
There are two core principles that must be addressed if you want to lose weight AND keep it off.  But here’s the crazy part - there are a lot of different ways you can accomplish these two. You can lose weight using keto, intermittent fasting, Weight Watchers, tracking macros, counting calories, Noom, the Mediterranean Diet, a vegan diet, or you could get weight loss surgery or choose to take one of the new weight loss drugs - ozempic, wegovy, or mounjaro.  But there are a few questions...
Published 02/20/24
Today’s episode is an excerpt from a special teaching that I did inside my Inner Circle coaching group.   I will explain why your body is the result and not the reason. I believe this misunderstanding is what 99% of people get totally wrong when it comes to losing weight. But once you understand the truth, it will absolutely revolutionize how you go about losing weight! It will literally shift your entire mindset and open your eyes like never before. Let’s get super honest. We don’t just...
Published 02/13/24
Can hormones keep you from losing weight?  Is cortisol making you fat?  Want to know how to balance hormones to lose weight?  Those are great questions. Today I want to help as much as I can. I’ll pull back the curtain on those “evil hormones”, demystify the problem, explain things in a way that’s easy to understand, expose some mindset traps we might be falling into, and give you a clear step-by-step path moving forward. When it comes to losing weight, hormones have become this mysterious...
Published 02/06/24
“Even if I don’t lose one more single pound, I am happy! I love my life!! I feel good again!” This is a direct quote from LaVon.  She has battled her weight almost her entire life. She thought her only two options were “fat and happy” or “skinny and miserable”.  She began gaining a bunch of weight in her 30s after having kids. Plus she had quite a few big life stressors that resulted in the pounds really packing on. She found herself roughly 60-70 pounds overweight.  She tried the LoseIt...
Published 01/30/24
Do you ever struggle with consistency?  Do you ever just not feel motivated? If so, then this episode is for you! I explain 5 secrets to being more consistent, but that’s just the cherry on top. You’ll also discover the difference motivation, commitment, and consistency.  These three typically get bunched together, but they’re VERY different. One is overrated. One is the secret to anything you want in life. And the other is the absolutely essential prerequisite. If you want more weight...
Published 01/23/24
Want to know how to lose weight in 2024?  It doesn’t matter what diet or weight loss program or trainer you choose, there are some foundational truths that you must understand and embrace if you want to be successful.  And these truths might not be easy to hear.  They’re also not easy to share. They’re tough love truths. But I promise they can make all of the difference in your pursuit of weight loss.  Today we’ll cover . . .  What most people don’t realize about losing weightHow...
Published 01/16/24
Did you know that roughly 92% of people will not achieve their resolutions? Yes, according to statistics - only about 8% of people will be successful with their new year’s goals.  So … What can we do to make sure you’re part of that 8%?  How can you avoid being part of the 92% failure rate? These are the things I see people do over and over again, but they never really work. Actually they go one step further and work against you, further ingraining some self-defeating thoughts and...
Published 01/09/24
These 4 stages apply to everyone! The ONLY way someone finds true long-term weight loss success is by moving through these 4 stages. They’re either taught them or unknowingly stumble through them. But guess what?  You won’t have to stumble and fumble through them! Because I’m going to walk you through them today! We’ll cover … The place most people get stuck when it comes to losing weightA self-defeating weight loss cycle that you’ve probably experiencedTwo categories of people when it comes...
Published 01/02/24
Today, I’m going to help you do a very honest evaluation of where you’re at with your body and what the best next step will be for you. This episode will be extremely helpful for anyone looking to lose weight in the new year.  You’ll learn …  A 4-step process to determine your best next stepSimple questions to ask yourself to find clarityOne question I get asked that kinda drives me nuts3 things you must have to be successful with any weight loss program So get ready to take some notes and...
Published 12/26/23
Do whatever diet, workout, or weight loss program you like, but if your overall approach is wrong, then you’re doomed. After almost 25 years in the fitness and weight loss world, I’ve noticed patterns in how people go after their goals.  Whether you realize it or not, you probably routinely take a very similar approach to what you’ve always done. It might be a different diet or different exercise program, but your mindset, your approach, the way you view the program, the way you go about...
Published 12/19/23
It took me 20 years to learn this secret and today I’m teaching it to you.  Consider it a special tip to help you be successful with your body right now, but especially in the new year.  This often-overlooked secret to success works with losing weight and changing your body, but really it’s applicable for nearly any area of life. It’s a universal principle of success and will help you achieve nearly any goal you have in life.  BUT! Forewarning - today’s episode requires self honesty. I have...
Published 12/12/23
If you want a realistic view of losing weight and achieving freedom and peace with food and your body, then do not miss this episode. This is what real weight loss success looks and sounds like.  Susan has lost and regained weight. Then she reached her goal weight and was miserable.  Finally Susan decided that she wanted to overcome the “bully in her brain” as much as she wanted to lose weight. And this decision absolutely changed her life! Now she’s lost weight and ran 10ks, but more...
Published 12/05/23
Have you ever wished you were more motivated?  Do you ever feel like you would achieve your goals if only you could stay motivated?  If there’s one thing I know, it’s that motivation is a hot topic in the weight loss world. There’s a shortage. We need and want more!  Unfortunately, motivation is often misunderstood. If we're ever going to have more motivation, we need to better understand what it really is and how it really works. We’re chasing one thing when we really need something else....
Published 11/28/23
This episode is your secret weapon to enjoy more food with less guilt, shame, and regret! So much of life centers around food. Holidays, celebrations, grieving, we use high calorie food for all of it. Sadly, this is also the exact time that most people feel most convicted about being overweight or their lack of success with losing weight.  Then we eat a bunch of wonderful food with a bunch of terrible thoughts going through our head. Guilt, shame, and regret swirl into a toxic mix that...
Published 11/21/23
What are the top 3 foods to lose belly fat?  What foods will help me lose belly fat?  In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and telling you the truth about what foods help burn belly fat.  I’m also going to share something WAY more powerful than 3 foods to lose belly fat. This will totally shift your mindset and approach to losing weight.  If you’ve struggled to lose weight in the past, always fall off the wagon, and need to start fresh, then this episode is for you. Honestly, it may...
Published 11/14/23
The diet industry can royally screw you up. Even a great, well-meaning trainer can really misguide you sometimes. Trust me.  I know because I’m guilty. In the early 2000s, I was that well-meaning trainer who did what I thought was best, but honestly just wasn’t super helpful for most people.  I knew my stuff, but looking back I made a lot of mistakes. And sadly it’s the same mistakes that are still being made today by so many trainers, coaches, and the weight loss industry as a whole.  And...
Published 11/07/23
This skill is vital for a successful, enjoyable life. Seriously. That’s not an exaggeration.  It is crucial to weight loss success. It’s a must-have for great relationships. It’s vital for your career. And it’s the only way you’ll ever find peace and happiness with yourself.  Sadly, I believe many of us are very average or just not very good at this. And we have been suffering the consequences or we will.  This is something that my wife and I are passionate about and teach at our local...
Published 10/31/23
What makes you lose weight fast? What makes weight loss slow? Have you wondered why losing that last 5 or 10 pounds can be so freakin’ hard? Have you ever wondered why some people seem to lose weight really fast and others really struggle to drop even 2 or 3 pounds?  For some, dropping 10 to 15 pounds seems almost easy. For others, dropping just 5 pounds feels like an exhaustive fight!  But why? Why do people’s bodies drop weight at different rates? There are a lot of reasons. There are a...
Published 10/24/23
“The quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask.” Tony Robbins said that and it makes more sense than many of us realize.  All life change starts with asking questions.  We go through life constantly being shaped. Everything we do, read, listen to, see, almost any and all experiences - our brain is taking it all in, making notes, and creating beliefs and behaviors and patterns to keep you safe.  Our brains are little meaning-making machines. And it’s focus...
Published 10/17/23