Why is sticking with exercise so hard, even when we know it’s good for us? 

In this episode, Lisa Oldson MD explains why using exercise primarily for weight loss often backfires, and how reframing it as a tool for physical and mental health, stress relief, and emotional resilience makes consistency much easier. Learn how small, realistic workouts can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and help you build a sustainable exercise habit, without punishing your body. 

If you’re tired of starting and stopping exercise, or feeling like you’re failing because weight loss isn’t happening, this episode offers a more compassionate, science-backed way forward.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

What if weight loss didn’t depend on motivation, but rather on who you believe you are? In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD explores how identity and self-labels shape habits, health behaviors, and long-term weight loss. Drawing on research from James Clear, Dr. Carol Dweck, Dr. Hazel Markus, and other experts, you’ll learn how to choose a more helpful identity for the new year, and take small, sustainable actions to transform your health. 

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Today, Dr. Lisa explores why weight loss feels so hard, especially during the holidays, and how you can make it easier. She shares the powerful impact of food noise, ultra-processed foods, and GLP-1 medications, and offers a simple two-step plan anyone can use today to make progress. This easy approach mitigates the frustration that can come with working on your weight during the holidays season. Dr. Lisa shares her practical approach to healthier habits, sustainable weight loss, and longevity going into the new year.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

This holiday season, skip the drama, not the treats. In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD shares a smarter, kinder strategy for managing your weight during the busiest, most food-centric time of year. You’ll learn why holiday weight loss goals typically backfire, how to quiet food noise, and the 5-step plan that lets you enjoy the season without gaining weight.

If you want to avoid the holiday weight gain cycle, ditch the all-or-nothing thinking, and finally feel in control around splurges, this episode is for you. Perfect for women focused on weight loss, longevity, healthy habits, and stress-free eating through the holidays. Whatever you celebrate this time of year, we wish you a very happy holiday season from Dr. Lisa and the team at Smart Weight Loss Coaching.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD explores how your thoughts (not your weight), shape your confidence, self-esteem, and ultimately your comfort with intimacy. Using real-life examples, she explains why women of all sizes can struggle with body shame and how to cultivate stepping stone thoughts that gradually replace negative self-talk with empowering, body-positive thinking. Whether you’re single or in a relationship, these strategies can help you feel desirable, confident, and open to love, without waiting to reach your goal weight. Take control of your mindset, reduce stress, and learn how to feel lovable and confident at any size.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Discover why creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders and how it can support lean muscle, body composition, metabolism, and potentially even brain health, especially for women in midlife. Should creatine be part of your weight loss plan? Maybe. Part of your health plan? Quite possibly. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the science-backed benefits of creatine, safe dosing, potential side effects, and how it works best when paired with resistance training. Learn how to use this supplement wisely to enhance strength, improve body composition, and support long term health, all while avoiding common misconceptions about this supplement. 

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Feeling unmotivated to cook healthy meals, choose vegetables, or skip sugar? You’re not alone, and you don’t need to wait for motivation to take action. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson, MD, explains how tiny habits, implementation intentions (“if-then” plans), and sports psychology strategies can help you create momentum for weight loss and better health. Learn how action leads to motivation, how to boost engagement when motivation is low, and practical tips for meal prep, making healthy menu choices, and staying consistent with exercise. Whether you’re struggling with burnout from years of dieting or just need a nudge to get started, this episode gives you science-backed tools to make healthier choices easier and more automatic, even when you don’t feel like it.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

If you’ve ever thought, “I know what I should do, I’m just not doing it," this episode is for you. Lisa Oldson, M.D. shares why it’s completely normal to struggle with follow through, even when you know what works for your health, weight, and wellness. Learn how asking for help, hiring support, or building accountability can make change easier, more consistent, and far more sustainable. Weight loss is hard, and even experts need support at times. You deserve that support too! 

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

In today's episode, Lisa Oldson, MD, talks about the guilt that so many women feel when taking time for self-care, and how that guilt can sabotage even our best intentions around weight loss and wellness. Using insights from habit science, Dr. Lisa explains how to change your mindset, build routines that last, and make self-care a natural part of your daily life. Whether you want to exercise regularly, eat more vegetables, or simply feel at peace prioritizing your own health, this episode will help you reframe your thoughts in order to make self-care a habit that sticks for good.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Earlier this year, we released an episode with author and marketing guru Bridget Brennan, who happens to also be a dear friend of Dr. Lisa. Bridget interviewed Dr. Lisa for episode 100 in order to pull back the curtains a bit for our loyal listeners. Today, we’re releasing PART 2 of that interview. Dr. Lisa will be back next week to help you with some tips to live healthier, longer, and at your happy weight! 

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. 

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. 

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! 

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.