In this very first episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I'm sharing the real, unfiltered start of my weight loss journey — and yes, it includes every fad diet you can imagine. From the Special K diet to SlimFast shakes, 100-calorie snack packs, Weight Watchers, and even those tiny color-coded Beachbody containers, I've tried them all.

This episode is part memoir, part confessional, and the first chapter of how I went from chasing quick fixes to finding a more balanced, sustainable approach to weight loss. If you've ever found yourself stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle, bouncing between diets, or wondering why "willpower" never lasts, you'll relate to this one.

✨ What you'll hear in this episode:

• The fad diets that shaped (and sabotaged) my early journey

• Why perfectionism and imposter syndrome kept me from starting sooner

• The truth about why diets fail — and what I know now that I wish I knew then

• What you can expect from future episodes of this podcast

I hope my story makes you feel less alone and gives you permission to let go of "perfect" so you can start where you are.

👉 If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe so you don't miss what's next. And if you laughed, related, or had an "oh my gosh, me too" moment, send me a message on Instagram @laurabfit — I'd love to hear from you!

Connect with Laura:

Instagram: @laurabfit

Website: www.laurabfit.com

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