Why Food is NOT Only Fuel & Navigating Busyness with Jon Vlahogiannakos

On today’s episode of Transformation Talks, we’re joined by Jon Vlahogiannakos, an online coach specializing in helping parents lose weight and regain confidence without strict diets or extreme workouts.

Here’s what we got into in the interview:

• Jon’s transition from hockey to the fitness industry (01:10)
• Why food is NOT only fuel and how familial and cultural dynamics impact our relationship with food (06:10)
• How Jon “unlearned” childhood habits and learned to navigate family obstacles (10:55)
• What it really takes to change your body WITHOUT being restrictive (16:14)
• Why maintenance is such an underrated long-term goal (20:58)
• Setting expectations that set you up for success and navigating busyness (23:05)
• Why you should NEVER take your foot off the gas altogether (30:24)
• The “best time” to lose fat (32:22)
• How busy parents and professionals reclaim their health again (33:34)
• The power of leading by example and the myth of “selfishness” (41:19)
• Jon’s Fast Five answers (44:48)

Here’s where you can connect more deeply with Jon:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongjonfit
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongjonfitness/
Website: https://strongjonfitness.com/

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