Wellness for Real Life Podcast
Welcome to the Wellness for Real Life podcast!
Here we empower high achieving women to reach their goals in all areas by providing practical and straightforward advice that takes the overwhelm out of wellness.
Juggling work, family, and personal time can often feel like too much to manage, so we’ll provide simple tools and teach you how to set up routines that can seamlessly integrate into even the busiest season of life.
Tune in to hear us chat about everything from fitness, nutrition, mindset, time management, relationships, stress relief and self care, authentic communication, and more.
While sharing relatable lessons and takeaways from our own real life. You deserve to be and feel like the best version of yourself, and we’re here to help make that a reality.
Wellness for Real Life Podcast
Fat Loss Finished
In this episode of Wellness for Real Life, Lauren and Marci dive into the final part of their fat loss phase series. They discuss how to successfully transition out of a fat loss phase, identify red flags signaling it’s time for a break, and navigate maintenance without falling into old habits. Lauren and Marci share relatable stories, practical tips, and expert strategies for sustaining progress without the stress. Tune in to learn how to avoid common pitfalls and cultivate a lifestyle that supports long-term health and wellness.
Timestamps
- [00:00:02] Welcome & Catching Up: Lauren and Marci start the episode with updates on their week, including Lauren’s upcoming Orlando retreat and her misadventures with scratching her car AGAIN! They share lessons on mindfulness and slowing down in a busy life.
- [00:07:01] Transitioning Out of a Fat Loss Phase: Lauren and Marci introduce the main topic: how to wrap up a fat loss phase successfully and transition back into maintenance. They emphasize the importance of tracking biofeedback and adhering to sustainable habits.
- [00:16:22] Red Flags: Knowing When to Stop Dieting: The duo discusses critical red flags, including extreme fatigue, mood swings, and disrupted sleep, that signal it’s time to exit a calorie deficit. They dive into the mental and physical effects of prolonged dieting.
- [00:25:52] Common Mistakes When Moving to Maintenance: Marci and Lauren highlight pitfalls like increased dining out, reduced activity, and losing tracking consistency. They share tips for maintaining results while introducing flexibility.
- [00:33:46] Balancing Lifestyle and Goals: They discuss strategies for setting realistic timelines and the value of periodic diet breaks to prevent burnout. Emphasis is placed on viewing the fat loss journey as part of a long-term lifestyle.
- [00:39:28] Body Recomposition and Progress Over Time: Lauren shares her experience with body recomposition, explaining how the scale doesn’t tell the whole story. She encourages listeners to celebrate improvements in strength and muscle tone, even if weight fluctuates.
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