Her Weight Loss Mindset | Lose Weight, Meal Prep, Healthy Habits, and Workouts

Infertility sucks. I got rid of the fibroids when I had my hysterectomy, I still have the endometriosis on my rectal wall, the silent struggle we face with an illness no one talks about or knows where it comes from.  It's really hard sometimes to love our bodies when they've let us down. God isn't punishing you ok, let's clear that up right now. Hurt happens, we live in a sinfu...

Let me be VERY clear here, Jesus loves you just as you are. God created you intentionally before He said "Let there be light" He knew you and loves you. What He convicted me on all those years ago however is that when I put food ahead of Him and rely on it for comfort, I've placed an idol in my life and He hates that. When we are overweight, we may have unhealed trauma, we have a me...

The struggle to exercise at 250 pounds when I couldn't complete that first workout after a decade of competitive dance and always being a small person was a hard pill to swallow and didn't do much for my self talk. If you're struggling to start your workout, here's how to get started!  -Drink your pre-workout, put on some Jesus jams and ask God to give you strength and persever...

I've felt convicted to share this for a while, I struggle with this daily. Using my stupid watch to measure my progress, when it legit has zero to do with who I actually am as a person. Same goes for you sis.  Ask yourself if you're basing your calorie intake on what your watch says you've burned, because if you are, you're doing yourself a disservice and you will not lose weig...

Do you know what the bible says about discipline? Quite a lot actually. Hebrews 12:11 is my fav, "No discipline is pleasant at the time but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who are trained by it." We read in Galatians about the fruits of the spirit, self-discipline being one of them. What does that mean? That means that if Jesus Chris...

I fought God for a long time after He called me to follow a macro-based plan, it took over a year and it wasn't until I was so sore and frustrated that I began to listen. The first month I was beyond frustrated, I gained 8 pounds and went to Him angry in my prayer time. He reminded me to trust Him, so I kept going and within 3 months found myself 25 pounds down. Here's why Macros are the...

First off you have to make a choice to give up your excuses, which isn't always easy. It's a daily choice to move when you don't want to. Hoping these 4 tips will help you build a quick workout in your morning routine! 1. Get up 15-20 minutes early 1-2 days a week to start and have your workout clothes and shoes ready to go! 2. Do a miracle morning. Every morning, I pray first, read...

The struggle is real, I feel you sister. You are not alone. These 5 steps have helped me lose the weight and have become part of my morning routine that I crave. I hope they encourage you: 1. Eat more food! I hear from clients all the time how they just want to eat whatever they can and lose weight. Well, guess what?! You can! It's the only way to lose weight sustainably.  2. Drink 1/2 your w...

Listen, if there's been an excuse to be made about eating a treat, I've made it. I love to eat and I love to cook, I love homemade desserts made with love and I love it when people love the things I make. I feel like cooking is my love language, so learning to set boundaries with myself here is often difficult, but I believe it's key to spiritual discipline practices and God's...

Failing to plan is planning to fail and when God is in charge of our schedule, He won't let that happen. Here are 4 ways to plan your healthy routine this week:  1. Gather the family- set boundaries, compare schedules, delegate household chores and set expectations. 2. Look at the calendar and schedule all your 'must do's'. Meal prep and workouts are included in the must-do&apo...

Where He guides, He also provides. Find comfort in that beloved. He sees you and loves you and whatever season you're finding yourself in, a valley or mountaintop, know that He will work it all for your good and His glory if you let Him.  Weight Loss with Jesus is just SO MUCH more fun! There's no shame or condemnation, just love and encouragement. Here are a few ways you can lose weight...

This isn't the self-love, self-help nonsense of today. This is self-care and filling your cup before you try to fill others cup and how do we do that?  1. We start every day with Jesus first, not your phone or email, Jesus. When we start our day this way, He leads us and speaks to us and reminds us that we are so important to Him.  Matthew 28:19 tells us to go and make disciples, baptizing th...

It's so hard to schedule workouts, especially if you've built a mental block around exercise. It's time to pray to remove that block and ask the good Lord to give you the strength to lean into His power, not yours. Ok, so let's go! 1. WALK- Listen, walking, not running, is the best form of exercise you can do. Listen, I wouldn't run if someone was chasing me, but I know th...

SECRET SALE KICKS OFF MONDAY MARCH 17TH! ARE YOU ON THE EMAIL LIST? 1. Get our your calendar and check the week ahead, write down the meals you'll be home for or need to pack for lunches.  2. Pick your proteins. You must be eating 25-30g protein PER meal, 4-5 times a day. So planning here is KEY! Whatcha hungy for? Tacos? Something hearty? Write them on the appropriate day. 3. Fill in the bla...

Ugh, the struggle is real. I spoke at a women's lunch yesterday and there were so many courageous women who admitted they struggle like I do. Oftentimes, it's simply our thoughts that take us negative, not our actual truth. Which is why we need to spend time in prayer and the word DAILY, every morning and plant God's truth in our heart.  Get your journal out and 3 things daily for 3...

I'm going to cut right to the chase, GRACE is key here. Lean in and let God lead you here. I've worked with women in online fitness and nutrition for eight years and when we try to go all in, it NEVER works. ONE CHOICE, ONE DAY at a time is where the magic happens and consistency wins. I promise you the second you invest in a weight loss program life will hit you hard, it happens every t...

What does the Bible say about diets? SPOILER ALERT...NOTHING! Dieting is NOT biblical, I pray that offers you a sigh of relief, I know it did me!  What DOES God's word say?  1. Your body is God's temple. 2. You have fruit when He is in you. 3. Whatever you do, eating drinking moving speaking do it ALL for the glory of God.  Listen, diets are so last year. We're not giving the enemy...

Are you ready? 1. Plan your workout 2. Plan your meals 3. Journal your goals.  Listen, if you truly want to reach your God given weight loss goals, you MUST first be spending intentional time with the Holy Father every morning. You can do this Are you sick of trying diet after diet and NOT losing weight? Hey there friend, I'm Lindy Schlabach, Christian Fitness & Nutrition Coach. I gained...

Mmmmm we love chicken thighs, we buy them in bulk, 80 pounds at a time. We're making chicken quesadillas, Grilled chicken with rice and veggies and crispy chicken with baked potatoes and roasted carrots.  Staples:  Kirklands greek yogurt Mission carb tortillas zucchini to freeze and roast carrots raw and roast apples and bananas Cottage cheese full fat Bulk buy, bulk prep. It makes life SO mu...

Do you believe the lies in your head that tell you you'll never lose the weight? Or reach your goal? Or relationship or financial goal? Do you believe God cares about your body and how you feel about your journey to better health? Spoiler, He does! Check out these amazing reminders:  1. 2 Corinthians 10:5 2. 1 Corinthians 10:31 3. Phillipians 4:13 4. Isaiah 55: 8-9 Pick one of these and tuck...

Hear from Erica and her revelations and experiences through the Framework. She has been so intentional in looking inward and listening to God, even when it's hard and uncomfortable. Thank you Erica for your trust through this process. Erica is continuing to work on her MACRO plan, morning routine and time with God. I love that she is "more sensitive to the Spirit." That, beloved, is...

I overate big time at Christmas, our new baby is here, we had much celebrating to do! But one morning I woke up feeling like I'd downed 3 bottles of cabernet, sugar hangovers are the worst!  How do we enjoy fellowship without sabotaging our goals?  1. Focus on who you're with, not your plate. 2. Bring a healthy dish if eating at someone's home. Cook a healthy meal if at your home or...

What if we ate like Jesus? I imagine his meals were simple, intentional and often shared. What did he eat? What was he focusing on while He was eating? Fellowship.  Balance. Moderation. Enjoying food and being in the moment instead of cravings. Read Proverbs 25:16 that teaches about gluttony.  How to eat like Jesus:  1. Eat more whole foods and less processed. 2. Practice gratitude before eating. ...

Are guilt and shame holding you back from living God's call on your life? I know it was for me for years. "There is now no shame or condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Romans 8:1. It's time to prayerfully release the shame that's holding you back, God has big plans for you and we need you to walk in them.  1. Journal areas and habits leading to shame 2. Ask Go...

1 Corinthians 10:31 says, "So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." What does that encourage you to do? The part, or whatever you do, speaks volumes to me, does it you?  Whatever we do we are to honor God. When we Pray before we shop, Pray before we eat and Pray over our triggers, God can show up for us and lead us as He needs to. This verse and t...