Lean With Plants

I tried almost every diet. High carb, low carb, raw till four, fully raw, counting calories, you name!! But nothing stuck until I learnt about calorie density and started stuffing my face with potatoes. In this episode I look back at my journey and the lessons learnt a long the way. Losing 40lbs is no joke… but the real success for me is finally being able to maintain it, and know I can for life....

We’ve all felt that feeling of wanting to quit. When things feel difficult, slow and frustrating. When we’re not sure what to do next or feel hopeless. In this episode, we go over the 4 emotions around wanting to give up, and how to use each of them to propel you to your goal, not away from it. If you’ve ever felt like giving up on your diet or want a goal that feels too hard, this is for you. 📚...

Ginger has been dieting her entire adult life. I remember the first call we had, she told me she didn’t think she’d actually be able to be successful and this was her last ditch effort. A year later she’s lost 33lbs, become a badass and done things she thought impossible… like fly out to visit her son after feeling she could never get on a plane!! This episode has so many practical and mindset nug...

Wanna change? You’re going to need to build new habits, do things differently, and create a new identity. If you want to change that you’re going to need to be prepared to let go of everything surrounding the old default patterns and build new ones! In this episode, we look at the top 10 habits that helped me lose 40lbs and keep them off. (And now 1000s of other women inside of Lean with Plants) I...

Radical responsibility and a hero’s mindset. That’s what makes Judy different. Not only has she lost 60lbs, but she’s also the carer of her husband, and took ownership of her life to beat cancer. To say she has not had life easy is an understatement. In this episode we talk about how to take up space, ask for what you need and find a supportive community. We also dive into how to get out of all or...

Motivation is the catalyst then ongoing drive to work towards a goal. Most of us have seen ‘motivational content’ millions of times without really taking action. We get stuck when things feel difficult and frustrated (then give up) when we don’t see enough progress. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to change that by: Knowing where you want to go and having a strong reason to start. Looking at...

There’s something insanely impressive about the perseverance and dedication needed to lose 160lbs… (an entire person!) but that’s exactly what Serena did. No fad dieting, just tiny habits, lots of potatoes, and radical responsibility for her environment. (And a ton of hard conversations with family and friends.) We dive into motivation… how to keep going when you’ve got a long road ahead. Communic...

What I'm teaching my daughters about body image and food... lots of nuggets, and some controversial opinions, I believe this is going to be helpful whether you're a parent or not... Here’s a sneak peek of what to expect: I DON'T hold beauty as a value metric. I don't call my kids pretty or cute. I don't call myself beautiful or believe I need to I don't think stretch marks...

Kezia lost 75lbs in Lean with Plants and then became a coach! In this episode we talk about her journey, the game changers that got her losing weight after years of dieting, and how she’s translated that knowledge into solid action steps for Lean with Plants Clients. We highlight the top mindsets and habits of our best clients and how you can get the same results. This is not a quick fix, but when...

Imagine going from years of weight fluctuations, dieting, negative self talk and feeling like a ‘failure’ to confidently maintaining despite stress and constant challenges. That’s Nikki’s story, and in this episode we dive into how she lost 10lbs and knows she’ll never diet again. From not being able to brush her teeth every day, to creating a planking habit every time her son does. From never bei...

Routines are the foundation of who we are today and will be tomorrow. Unsexy but INFINITELY powerful in changing our behaviour. We must develop habits and routines that are not swayed by motivation if we want to succeed. Listen in for how to build routines that are satisfying, easier and that we can do consistently. 100% of the time. I mentioned the podcast episode Identity, which you can listen t...

Janelle shares how she found food freedom, build simple and easy habits as a busy mum, stopped beating herself up about failure and found peace at last. 📚 Join my FREE Kickstarter Challenge👇 ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.chelseamae.com/kickstarter-about⁠ 🤙 Find me on: My Website ➔ https://www.chelseamae.com Instagram ➔ https://www.instagram.com/chelseamaecullen/ Youtube ➔ https://www.youtube.com/ChelseaMae...

No one is coming to save you. No one is going to pick up a fork and put broccoli in your mouth or say no your mother in law for you. Change is HARD, so we MUST be the hero of our own story and face the fight head on if we want to succeed in weight loss, habit change, fitness, or really anything. Unfortunately we’ve been condition to be passive victims… mere side characters rather than the protagon...

As we mark Joanna’s one-year milestone with Lean with Plants, I wanted to share how she’s lost the 30lbs and now can KEEP it off after starting dieting at just 7 years old.  In this episode we dive into escaping decades of yo yo diets and fads, gaining confidence and building habits and becoming yourself again after motherhood and weight gain   It is truly an honour to see someone transform before...

Isn’t it weird how kids learn so fast while having FUN, and yet adults try and struggle while HATING the process? It’s time we explore a new way of learning and building habits. The formula for success is always repetition and play makes it easier to get your reps in because it’s fun and rewarding. Tune in to learn about gamifying your habit building. 📚 Join my FREE Kickstarter Challenge👇 ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠h...

My life get’s really darn hard. There are so many days I don’t feel like I can cope and yet somehow I’ve maintained 40lbs of weight loss, while running a business, being a busy mama and having a husband with a disability. 10 years ago I did NOT have the toolkit to make that happen and it’s been trial and error and many books on behavioural science later that I have a toolkit of 6 habits/mindsets t...

At the beginning of the year, I said my goal for this year was to be mediocre, however even though I believe there are times when mediocrity can be helpful, it can also be a hinderance. Success requires effort and perseverance, for there is no gain without pain. Hard work serves as the key that unlocks the door to triumph. The things truly worth having in life are not obtained effortlessly; they d...

Let’s talk about the 3 weight loss rules to live by. We'll be exploring the concept of calorie density and three key principles to keep in mind as you’re choosing what foods are optimal (and harmful) for fat loss. So if you're looking for some practical tips and tricks to help you on your weight loss journey, stick around and let's get started! 📚 Join my FREE Kickstarter Challenge👇 ⁠...

Take a leap, embrace the unknown, and ask yourself, "What's the worst that could happen if I don't try a new approach to weight loss? What have I got to lose by going all in? Inaction and fear means there's a real cost to our overall health and mindset. This week I dive into Callie's story, which is what inspired me to do this episode. It's important to remember the immedi...

Weight loss is often surrounded by a cloud of mystery and perceived complexity. There are many fad diets promoting quick weight loss and so much conflicting information online, it's hard to know what is true and what isn't.  The diet industry thrives on exploiting people's desires to lose weight quickly and effortlessly, often resorting to misleading claims.  Many people believe that t...

Should you Incorporate cheat meals into your diet? Indulging in meals that deviate from your usual eating routine raises the question of whether it is a beneficial practice. The concept of "cheating" on your diet often carries negative connotations, suggesting that you are engaging in something forbidden or naughty. It can lead you to make choices that conflict with your long-term object...

Weight gain and loss are responses to changes in calorie intake, which are not mystical occurrences but rather predictable outcomes. These changes can be influenced by internal and external factors related to our environment and behavior. Understanding these factors is attainable. To achieve desired changes in weight, it is important to modify both internal and external aspects of your current env...

Winners, often exhibit certain mindset traits and thinking patterns that contribute to their success. It's so important to cultivate a winners mindset because when it comes to losing weight you need to look past obstacles and see the opportunity for change so you can take action. Winners  believe in their ability to overcome obstacles.  They view setbacks and failures as learning opportunities...

People who lose weight and keep it off have 12 traits in common. In this episode we’ll go over the last 6 of these traits. Keeping things simple and easy. Understanding the power of tiny habits. Seeking accountability. Cultivating patience Viewing success on a longer timeline Focus on fast, messy action rather than perfectionism. Tune in to hear how to becoming an action taker, not an excuse maker...

In this episode I'm going to be talking about the character traits  that makes people successful when it comes to dieting and losing weight.  The attributes I  will be talking about are shared by successful people everywhere, but they don’t happen by accident or luck. They originate in habits, built a day at a time. My team and I have identified 12 key traits that all successful dieters have i...