Welcome back to The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Andrew Coates, a rockstar in the fitness and nutrition space. Andrew’s not only an incredible coach, but he’s also a writer for big names like Men’s Health and T-Nation, plus the host of the Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast.

This episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss. Andrew and I dive into the mindset shifts that truly drive lasting health and fitness change. We’re talking less about macros and workout plans and more about the stories we tell ourselves, the habits we form, and how to finally make progress that sticks.

Here’s what we covered:

• Mindset Matters: How the way we think about ourselves can make or break our progress.
• Empathy Meets Evidence: Why it’s critical to meet yourself where you are and set realistic goals.
• Breaking the All-or-Nothing Mentality: How to get out of the cycle of perfectionism and learn to live in the gray.
• Boundaries and Priorities: The secret to putting yourself first without feeling like you’re neglecting your family or work.

Andrew also dropped some serious truth bombs about why we get stuck and how to start making small, consistent changes that actually lead to big results.

Want to learn more from Andrew?

• Follow him on Instagram: @andrewcoatesfitness
• Check out his website: andrewcoatesfitness.com
• Stay tuned for his revamped Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lift-free-and-diet-hard-with-andrew-coates/id1294990985

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