In this episode, we break down the real reason consistency feels so hard, and why motivation is rarely the problem people think it is. Most women aren’t lacking discipline. They’re stuck in patterns they don’t recognize and trying to do everything alone. We talk about why the hardest path is often the right one, how rigidity quietly sabotages progress, and why chasing quick dopamine hits keeps you spinning instead of moving forward. This conversation is about learning to see your habits clearly, choosing long-term action over short-term comfort, and accepting that sustainable change always takes time and support. Consistency isn’t a personality trait. It’s a skill you build with the right structure and the right people around you.

We talk about:

-Why the hardest thing and the right thing are often the same

-The hidden danger of being too rigid

-Why shortcuts always cost more in the end

-Dopamine spikes versus real progress

-The reality that change takes time

-Why nobody succeeds completely alone

-Recognizing and breaking self-sabotaging patterns

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

2:09 Is motivation really the problem?

7:13 staying consistent through all stages of life

13:23 getting help is the fast path

14:30 knowing where to start

19:34 the dark side of free information

27:00 the choice is yours

32:35 following through on commitments

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In this episode, we unpack a powerful truth: you’re not failing, lazy, or broken. You may simply be using a strategy designed for a different woman with a different starting point. The approach needed to lose the first 50 pounds is not the same as the approach needed for the last 10, and misunderstanding that difference keeps many women stuck in cycles of frustration. We talk about the psychology of large weight loss, why knowledge alone isn’t enough, and how chasing perfection pulls you further from real progress. This conversation is about choosing the right plan, the right support, and building an identity that matches the life you want to live.

We talk about:

-The difference between losing the first 50 pounds and the last 10

-The risk of unqualified coaching

-Knowledge versus true understanding

-Why it’s not just your hormones

-Recognizing your “lightbulb” moment

-The trap of chasing perfection

-Understanding your window of tolerance

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

2:04 psychological differences with large fat loss

8:06 focusing on identity

12:25 having the knowledge but not the behaviors

18:23 habit changes

25:13 gaining the weight back

39:17 choosing the right coach

44:45 tactics for big weight loss

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In this special episode, we talk to our client Theresa who has lost over 100 pounds in the last two years and is pivoting in a build phase. She has the skills and self-trust to maintain her weight loss for life. 

We talk about:

-focusing only on the scale

-feeling like a failure

-learning instead of being told what to do

-a personalized approach

-seeking internal validation

-it’s more than weight loss

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

2:27 lifelong weight struggles

4:26 hesitation to try again

7:05 what’s different about the program

10:03 mindset changes

14:43 focusing on sustainability 

18:04 deciding to keep going

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In this episode, we break down what’s really happening when progress seems to stall and how to know whether you’re actually in a plateau or just feeling impatient. We talk through the most common reasons fat loss slows down, the habits that quietly add up, and why simply doing “more” is rarely the answer. This conversation focuses on sustainable strategies, realistic expectations, and the mindset shifts required to move forward without burning yourself out.

We talk about:

-How to tell if you’re truly in a plateau

-The difference between perceived stalls and real metabolic adaptation

-Why protein intake matters more than most people think

-“Bites, licks, and tastes” that derail progress

-The role hormones play in fat loss

-Why strength training is non-negotiable

-Choosing direction over speed

-Why lasting results require an identity shift

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

1:23 how to know if you’re in a plateau

6:26 metrics you should track

11:16 metabolic adaptation

17:06 when you’re ACTUALLY in a plateau 

26:40 realistic expectation for fat loss

32:00 your dream body weighs more than you think it does

38:45 dropping the mental burden

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In this special episode, we sit down with our incredible client, Melinda, who is down 100 pounds and still going. After trying every diet imaginable and feeling frustrated by short-term results that never lasted, Melinda shares what finally worked and why it had very little to do with a “perfect” plan. Her story is an honest look at what it takes to create real, lasting change, even in the middle of grief, life transitions, and self-doubt.

We talk about:

-dealing with grief and major life changes

feeling like a failure and rebuilding self-trust

deciding to make it work instead of starting over

why it’s not actually about the diet

learning how to be happy in the process

setting an example for your children

taking action now instead of waiting for the right time

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

1:43 reaching rock bottom

4:20 putting herself first

5:34 having the support she needs

7:04 overcoming misconceptions

9:16 becoming a new person

11:15 sustainability for life

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In this episode, we have an honest conversation about the benefits of marriage and what it actually looks like to build something meaningful with another person. From continuing to show up when things feel hard to evolving together over time, we share real reflections on partnership, growth, and choosing commitment daily. We also discuss what happens when marriage and business overlap, how reliance can be a strength, and why becoming the person you would want to marry matters more than finding the “perfect” partner.

We talk about:

-How marriage can enhance your life when you stay intentional

-The importance of continuing to show up, even when it’s uncomfortable

-Why how you do anything is how you do everything

-Evolving as individuals while growing together

-Building and running a business with your spouse

-Depending on your partner without losing yourself

-Being open and receptive to opportunities in marriage

-Becoming the person you would want to marry

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

7:15 benefits of marriage

13:17 how you know “she’s the one”

25:40 positive experiences in marriage

28:18 having a business with your spouse

35:59 learning about yourself

42:53 finding good examples

50:28 wisdom for your cynical self

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In this special episode, we sit down with our client Ashley to share her journey of losing over 100 pounds and, more importantly, maintaining those results. Ashley opens up about the programs that failed her in the past, the mindset shifts that changed everything, and how sustainable lifestyle changes impacted far more than just the number on the scale. From navigating Hashimoto’s disease to becoming a role model for her children, this conversation highlights what is possible when you commit to long-term change and are willing to take action, even when it feels uncomfortable.

We talk about:

-overcoming Hashimoto’s disease

-becoming a role model for your children

-breaking old habits

-the impact of positive coach feedback

-building sustainable lifestyle changes

-becoming more physically capable

-choosing to do it scared

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

1:53 Ashley’s history

4:20 programs that have failed in the fast

6:28 being a “failure”

9:34 overcoming hesitations

11:24 creating learning opportunities

13:25 coaching the whole person

17:31 seeing physical changes

24:30 focusing on sustainability

26:10 message to former self

30:22 message to someone who is scared

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In this episode, we dive into the real cost of indecision and how overthinking quietly keeps people stuck. We unpack analysis paralysis, how living on screens impacts motivation and follow-through, and why consuming more information is not the same as taking action. This conversation is about learning to think critically, aligning your values with your effort, and understanding that progress does not require perfection. If you have been waiting to feel ready before you move forward, this episode will help you see what is actually holding you back and how to change it.

We talk about:

-thinking less and doing more

-prioritizing self-care

-the impact of living on screens

-learning to think critically

-emotions tied to the scale

-why average is okay

-aligning your values with your effort

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

3:55 knowing yourself

5:22 how the iPhone steals your motivation

14:53 how you’re showing up

20:10 application versus information

25:41 why people quit

32:41 getting to where you want to be is not perfect

37:29 shifting expectations

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The Willetts Podcast is where marriage, metabolism, and real talk collide. Hosted by Mav & Kait—partners in life, parenting, and calling people on their bullshit—we blend science-backed body transformation with raw, unfiltered conversations about relationships, values, and the messy parts of becoming better humans.

We don’t do fluff. We don’t do shortcuts. We tell the truth women 35+ need to hear so they can finally stop deceiving themselves and step into the version of them that has the highest quality of life, health, and marriage.

If you want evidence-based guidance, honest perspectives, and two married coaches who practice what they preach—welcome home. This is where real change starts.

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In this episode, we reflect on the lessons, challenges, and growth that defined 2025 while setting our focus and intentions for the year ahead. We talk openly about what it looks like to truly combine lives, maintain integrity in a world full of noise and skepticism, and continue speaking your truth even when it is uncomfortable. We also explore how to handle negativity, avoid procrastination, and narrow in on one meaningful goal. Along the way, we dive into how environment shapes behavior, the importance of communication, and what it really takes to become the person you want to be in the new year.

We talk about:

-combining our lives

-skepticism in the time of AI

-saying what you believe

-dealing with negative comments

-the procrastination trap

-focusing on ONE goal

-communication and alignment

-how your environment drives behavior

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Introduction

2:42 the year of clean up

8:50 how you do anything is how you do everything

14:40 working with the right clients

21:02 focusing on communication

25:50 “new year, new me”

37:19 advice to be your best

44:10 curating your phone usage

49:49 environment drives behavior

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