Weight Loss Warrior Podcast

EP110: Jonathan's Ongoing Transformation: More Than Just Weight Loss

In this latest episode of the Weight Loss Warrior podcast, I welcome back Jonathan "Half the Man," who previously shared his incredible weight loss journey. Jonathan joined us again to provide updates on his progress and the challenges he's faced since his last appearance.

We kicked off the episode by catching up on what Jonathan has been up to since we last spoke in September. Jonathan, who started his weight loss journey at 40 stone, has now reached an impressive 16.5 stone. He recounted his initial steps toward weight loss, starting in January 2021, and how an accidental message to a coach led to life-changing support and guidance.

Jonathan's journey hasn't been linear, and he openly discussed the ups and downs he has faced. One significant milestone was his public speaking event, where he emotionally shared his story in front of an audience, realising the immense progress he had made. This moment of recognition and support was both overwhelming and affirming for him.

A major topic of our conversation was Jonathan's recent surgery to remove excess skin, a common issue for those who have lost a significant amount of weight. He described the 360 surgery procedure, which involved removing skin from both his front and back, and the physical and mental challenges of recovery. Despite the difficulties, Jonathan has maintained his weight and is steadily regaining his strength and fitness.

Jonathan shared his strategies for maintaining weight loss, emphasizing the importance of consistency and realistic goal setting. He detailed his approach to dieting, balancing strict weekdays with more flexible weekends, and how this sustainable method has helped him stay on track. We also discussed the common pitfalls of weight loss journeys, such as the pressure to be perfect and the unrealistic expectations set by social media.

One of the most insightful parts of our conversation was Jonathan's perspective on having bad days. He stressed the importance of accepting that bad days will happen and the key is to get back on track the next day without dwelling on mistakes. This mindset has been crucial in his continued success.

As we wrapped up the episode, Jonathan talked about his next goal: preparing for a photoshoot to showcase his transformation. This goal isn't just for himself but to inspire others by demonstrating what is possible with dedication and hard work.

Special thanks to Jonathan for joining me again, he is a lovely bloke and I really appreciate his insight, jokes and attitude towards helping others to succeed.

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EP109: Nick's Journey: From Struggle to Strength

In this episode of the Weight Loss Warrior podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Nick Withers, a dedicated personal trainer from Blackpool. Nick shared his compelling weight loss journey, his battles with mental health, and how he transformed his life to become an inspiration to others.

We began the episode with a warm welcome to Nick, where he shared some insights into his busy life in Blackpool. Balancing responsibilities as a PT, a duty manager at a gym, and a parent, Nick’s story is one of determination and resilience. He opened up about his early life, growing up as the "chubby kid," and how his teenage years marked a significant change when sports helped him manage his weight. However, the transition to university life and a sedentary job led to weight gain and a growing dissatisfaction with his physical health.

A pivotal moment in Nick's journey was the birth of his daughter, which led to his diagnosis of postnatal depression. This diagnosis had a profound impact on his mental health and motivated him to change his lifestyle for the sake of his family. Nick detailed his approach to weight loss, which included calorie counting, home workouts, and the Couch to 5K program, even though he disliked running. He highlighted the challenges of balancing these efforts with the demands of family life and work.

We delved deep into the connection between mental health and physical health. Nick stressed the importance of addressing mental health alongside physical health and shared his struggles with body dysmorphia. He explained how losing weight alone didn’t resolve his self-image issues and emphasized the need for a holistic approach to well-being.

Nick’s career transition to personal training was another significant aspect of our conversation. From being a retail team leader to pursuing a career in personal training, Nick’s journey was fueled by the support of his partner and his passion for helping others achieve their fitness goals. He shared valuable advice on making healthier food choices, the importance of moderation, and setting realistic expectations. Nick underscored that weight loss is a gradual process and encouraged listeners to focus on their mental well-being as part of their fitness journey.

Thanks to Nick for being this weeks latest weight loss warrior

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Britt is back to share what came next after her weight loss journey and the transition into bodybuilding, including her experience with bulking and preparing for a bikini competition.

She emphasizes the importance of finding a coach and trusting the process, as well as the dedication and mindset required for such a challenge. In this conversation, we discuss the controlled nature of bulking and cutting in bodybuilding. Britt shares her experience of working with her coach, "Sherlock", who closely monitors her nutrition and helps her achieve her goals. She explains how her controlled bulk also improved her digestion and overall well-being. Britt shares the challenges and misconceptions of bikini competitions and the prep phase, giving insight to just how hard it can be.

Top tip from Britt: Recognise the importance of self-acceptance and being unapologetically yourself in your fitness journey.

Key Moments

Weight loss and fitness journeys can lead to new goals and challenges.

Bulking involves eating in a calorie surplus to support muscle growth.

Finding a coach and trusting the process is crucial for success.

Preparing for a bikini competition requires dedication, discipline, and a rock-solid mindset. Bulking and cutting in bodybuilding are controlled processes that involve carefully managing calorie intake to achieve specific goals.

Working with a coach who closely monitors nutrition can have a positive impact on digestion and overall well-being.

Competition prep is a challenging phase that requires dedication and sacrifice, but it can also be a transformative journey of self-discovery.

It's important to have realistic expectations and not compare your progress to others in the fitness industry.

Embracing weight training and focusing on strength rather than being skinny can lead to a healthier and more empowering mindset.

You can find Britt on Instagram sharing (and oversharing) her daily routine, eating, workouts and everything else she enjoys doing >> @Britts_bits_gets_fit

If you would like to listen to the first episode we recorded talking about Britt's weight loss journey - you can find it here

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EP107 - Transforming Through Trauma with special guest Tara

In this deeply moving episode of the Weight Loss Warrior podcast, I sit down with Tara from Nevada to discuss her incredible weight loss journey and the profound personal challenges she has faced along the way. Tara shares her story of losing 110 pounds after years of yo-yo dieting, overcoming emotional eating, and dealing with the grief of losing a child and battling thyroid cancer. She opens up about the impact of her husband's mental illness on her family and how she's navigating life after such a significant upheaval. Tara's resilience, positivity, and self-love are truly inspiring, making this episode a must-listen for anyone facing their own weight loss struggles and life challenges.

Key Topics

- Tara's initial weight loss journey and struggles with yo-yo dieting

- The emotional impact of losing a child and battling thyroid cancer

- The role of self-love and compassion in weight loss

- The concept of "the click" in weight loss and mindset shifts

- The importance of consistency and accountability in weight loss

- Tara's recent life changes due to her husband's mental illness

- Balancing self-care with family responsibilities during difficult times

- Practical advice for anyone stuck in a cycle of yo-yo dieting

How to learn more about Tara:

- Instagram: JourneyToBetter.Tara

- Website - Journey 2 Better Life

- Podcast: Journey 2 Better Life Podcast

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EP106 - Change, Acceptance or Both - Coaching special part 2 - Acceptance

In this episode, I look at the importance of acceptance during a weight loss journey. We cover the need for honest self-assessment, understanding the difference between acceptance and resignation, and the impact of emotional and mental states on behavior.

The episode also covers the significance of environment, habits, and past attempts in achieving weight loss goals. Additionally, the concept of self-compassion is explored, focusing on self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness.

I share why concepts of self-compassion, mindfulness, and common humanity are key elements in the journey to weight loss. providing some practical strategies for integrating acceptance into daily life.

Key moments

Acceptance is crucial for achieving weight loss goals, as it allows for honest self-assessment and informed decision-making.

Understanding the difference between acceptance and resignation is empowering and provides a clear starting point for the journey towards change.

The impact of emotional and mental states on behavior, as well as the significance of environment and habits, play a key role in the weight loss journey.

Self-compassion, including self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness, can be valuable tools in achieving weight loss goals and improving overall well-being. Acceptance is a critical element in achieving weight loss goals, and it involves self-compassion, mindfulness, and recognizing common humanity.

Setting realistic goals and focusing on progress, not perfection, are essential for maintaining motivation and momentum in the weight loss journey.

Practicing self-reflection and being kind to oneself are key strategies for integrating acceptance into daily life and managing the challenges of weight loss.

The distinction between acceptance and resignation is important, and it's crucial to recognize that mistakes are part of the learning process and do not define the future.

Combining acceptance and change can lead to the best possible outcome and help individuals become the best version of themselves.

This is part 2/3, and to listen to the first episode on this mini series looking at "Change" - Click here

Interested in todays topic and how it may help you? I am offering a completely free coaching session to all listeners who are curious to find out if having a mentor may will help. I have found this is a great way for you as a potential client to see if this is a good fit for you, as well as the opportunity for me to demonstrate the deep power and impact coaching can have. If you would like more details, simply email [email protected]

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EP105 - How Carys ditched takeaways to lose over 12 stone

Carys shares her weight loss journey, starting from her childhood struggles with bullying and low self-confidence. She discusses how her weight continued to increase throughout her twenties and thirties, impacting her physical health and mental well-being. After reaching her heaviest weight and experiencing gestational diabetes during pregnancy, Carys decided to make a change.

She joined Slimming World and focused on cooking healthy meals and incorporating exercise into her routine. Over the course of two years, Carys has lost over 12.5 stone and transformed her mindset and perspective on life. She now enjoys running and participating in charity events.

Her advice to others on a weight loss journey to never give up and believe in themselves.

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EP104: The impact of changing your mindset - Gen's Journey as a coaching client

I am really excited to share this with you Warrior Tribe and hope you find it helpful. My special guest today is Gen who recently completed a 12 week coaching program with me and was happy to share her experience with you all.

We dive into the challenges that Gen had faced which like so many of us involved years of struggling with being overweight and dieting. When Gen and I began speaking her goals were clear however her habits, reliance on motivation and past experience created a difficult environment for the ultimate objective to be reached.

This episode is important for me to share because I feel there are so many people who listen to the show and experience the same struggle as Gen explains, not making any meaningful changes between attempts, hoping for a different outcome and having to manage the feeling of failure when things don't work out. I say that with compassion as someone who spent years going through the same cycle until learning the benefits of focusing on mindset.

Gen shares how coaching has allowed her to approach weight loss from a different angle, focusing on the behaviours and thinking in a different way with regards to being on a diet. We talk about how there is so much emphasis and pressure attached to whether the scale goes up or down, placing our judgement and self worth on this single factor whereas the truth is there is so much more you can measure in order to be successful.

One key difference is that Gen now lives with a level of confidence and self-esteem that has increased dramatically since we began working together. You can hear in her voice that there is no longer the fear to experience social events or dinners out like before, and her excitement for the journey she on can offer encouragement to anyone else wanting the same.

As mentioned on the episode, I am offering a completely free coaching session to all listeners who are curious to find out if having a mentor may will help. I have found this is a great way for you as a potential client to see if this is a good fit for you, as well as the opportunity for me to demonstrate the deep power and impact coaching can have. If you would like more details, simply email [email protected] or DM on my Instagram @weightlosswarriorpodcast

In addition to this glowing review of Mindset Warrior Coaching, and a special thanks to Gen "The Athlete" by the way for sharing her experience, I also have a fantastic discount for the Weight Loss Warrior Tribe to enjoy.

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EP103: Coach Emmaline - Discovering a healthy balance in life

Today I welcome online coach, author of Ripper Recipes and one of the fastest growing advocates of living a healthy, balanced life without feeling deprived, Emmaline Howard.

I first discovered Emmaline in one of her highly entertaining, slightly potty mouthed and extremely informative reels sharing a low calorie, high protein recipe for some tasty looking pasta. From there I have been following her insights, advice and ideas related to living a healthy life.

Emmaline has been through the journey herself experiencing emotional eating, binging and a feeling of not having control over her relationship with food. Her decision to make changes and transform her life has sparked an amazing new direction for her, not only becoming much healthier and enjoying life more, but helping so many others to do the same through coaching.

Listen as we talk about the importance of finding a way of eating and exercising that fits your schedule, realising that there is no "one size fits all" approach and how in fact trying to follow in this way only leads to a negative outcome.

Emmaline shares her advice for anyone wanting to make changes from both a physical and mental standpoint, highlighting the importance of not depriving yourself and needing to be realistic about finding a balanced lifestyle.

If you don't already follow Emmaline on Instagram, be sure to do it now >> @coachemmaline

Her amazing recipe E-Book, Ripper recipes is full of high protein, low calorie meals that allow you to feel like you're eating in a "normal" way...Pasta, wraps, burgers.... Emmaline shows you that losing weight does not have to mean a life of restriction. I'll be giving a copy awat to one of you lucky listeners, so head over to the WLW account on Instagram and enter for your chance to win.

A special thanks to Coach Emmaline for joining me on the Weight Loss Warrior podcast and I wish her every success in the future!

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EP102 - Laura's life changing 14 stone weight loss 

This weeks Weight Loss Warrior is the amazing Laura from Wigan, sharing her incredible journey of transformation.

Laura lost 14 stone and overcame challenges such as binge eating and secret eating during her life changing journey. Laura's weight became an issue in her teenage years due to childhood trauma. She tried various weight loss methods, including Weight Watchers and Slimming World, but struggled to maintain long-term success. There was a feeling of not being in control and. Laura shares that she gained about a stone every year.

Laura's motivation to lose weight came from a realisation that her quality of life was being severly reduced. The holiday of a life time had been booked and there was a very real feeling of spoiling the holiday if changes were not made.

So, Laura decided to rejoin Slimming World and with a different focus on her mental health, she found success, losing weight consistently. The journey had its ups and downs, but Laura persevered and experienced positive changes from the change in mindset.

Laura shares her weight loss journey and the impact it has had on her overall well-being, discussing the importance of self-love and finding confidence through weight loss. Laura also talks about her decision to have weight loss surgery to accelerate her ability to have loose skin removed and improve her quality of life.

There is some great advice in this episode to help others on their weight loss journey, emphasizing the importance of focusing on small victories and finding a weight loss method that works for them. Laura's story is one of hope and showcases the transformative power of weight loss.

You can follow Laura on Instagram and learn more about her journey so far, and everything still to come: @lose_2_cruise

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EP101: How Harvey lost 110lbs & transformed his life in a year 

Today I welcome Harvey Erwin to share his weight loss journey and the impact it had on his physical and mental health. He discusses the challenges of being overweight, the negative impact on his self-confidence and relationships, and the realisation that his weight was affecting all other areas of his life including his career prospects. Harvey talks about his health concerns, including being at risk for type 2 diabetes, and the failed attempts to lose weight through medication.

I learn how he changed his approach to weight loss, which involved exercise, mindful eating, tracking macros, and developing positive habits. Harvey also discusses the importance of mindset in achieving sustainable weight loss and the impact of working on mindset, positive relationships, and sustainable habits.

He emphasises the need to start small and build momentum, rather than aiming for perfection from the beginning. Harvey's life has transformed in every aspect, including his mental and physical well-being, relationships, and career. Inspired by his own success and the desire to help others, he has become a coach to help guide people to achieve similar transformations. His coaching program focuses on mindset, fitness, and nutrition, recognising the interconnectedness of these areas. Harvey's advice is to take the first step, embrace the learning process, and adopt a mindset of continuous improvement.

If you would like to learn more about Harvey's journey, his coaching and current progress as part of his journey, be sure to follow him on Instagram: @harvey_e_erwin

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