Lean With Plants

In this episode, we’re diving into the one thing that completely changed my approach to weight loss—understanding a calorie deficit. For years, I chased quick fixes like juice cleanses, low-carb diets, and raw food diets and even going hungry, thinking they held the secret to fat loss. Spoiler alert: they didn’t. Once I realized the science behind a calorie deficit, everything clicked. This episod...

If you’re going through some mental health struggles while still trying to lose weight then you’re going to need these four steps to making progress: Reset expectations Take radical ownership Force systems of change Embrace your hero arch. It IS possible to lose fat while not being 100% ok. Here’s how. 📚 Join my FREE Kickstarter Challenge👇 ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.chelseamae.com/kickstarter-about⁠ 📆 Ge...

In this episode, I'm diving into some more raw voice memos and candid chats with my husband, Nick, as we rethink what success means to us. From the mindset shifts that help us see the beauty in the struggle to learning how to stop caring about others’ opinions, we’re exploring what it takes to build a life on our own terms. I hope these voice notes inspire you to see success and the challenges...

Marnie shares her inspiring journey of shedding 23 lbs and finding true food freedom after menopause. Two years ago, a glimpse in a store mirror left her shocked—she didn’t recognize the reflection staring back. Despite being a long-time dedicated whole-food, plant-based diet, menopause brought unexpected weight gain, leaving her feeling out of touch with her own body. But rather than succumbing t...

If you've ever found yourself using setbacks as a reason to quit? I've been there too. I’m not superhuman, but I’ve found a way to stop quitting when things get tough. Every time I want to give up, I remind myself that quitting would only make me feel worse and stressed. Instead, I’ve learned how to use struggles as growth opportunities. In this episode, I’m sharing how I shifted from a mindset of...

I’ve been thinking a lot about success lately so In this episode, I’m sharing some raw voice memos and real chats with my husband, Nick, as we dig into what success means for us. From mindset shifts to those everyday moments that shape how we see the world, this is a laid-back, behind-the-scenes peek at our thoughts. It’s real, it’s casual, and it just might get you thinking about success in a who...

Understanding the trade-offs in weight loss is key to staying on track and reaching your goals. Often, the focus is on what to do, but we forget to consider what we need to not do. Every choice—whether it’s about time, energy, money, or enjoyment—comes with its own cost. I’ll share my personal approach to balancing these trade-offs, like simplifying meals to save time for family, and I’ll also dis...

Meet Palomoa, one of our amazing Lean with Plants clients, who has lost 18 pounds and transformed her life in just a few short months, despite facing challenges like chronic illness and ADHD. After trying countless diets, she’s finally discovered what truly works for her. Tune in as we dive into her inspiring journey, filled with insights and practical tips that can motivate you to make positive c...

What if instead of feeling like a failure every time you mucked up, you got a boost of motivation and could make progress faster? What if instead of being scared of failure, you embraced challenges head on with excitement? I truly believe that when people learn to fail ‘well’ they become unstoppable. Tune in to hear how to do just that. If you’re ready to do whatever is required to succeed for you...

Imagine you’re faced with two paths to success: one is hard and full of obstacles, while the other is straightforward and effective. The secret to success isn’t about working harder; it’s about working smarter. Successful people don’t create more obstacles for themselves, they find ways to remove them. In this episode, I’ll use the inversion method to explain how figuring out what will guarantee f...

Janie spent years trying to lose weight and get healthier, but sticking to a diet long-term was always a struggle. Since joining the Lean with Plants family, everything has changed. Now, at 69 years old, post-menopausal, and busy caring for her husband, Janie could have easily felt discouraged. Instead, she found a way to stay consistent, enjoying the foods she loves without overcomplicating thing...

I’m not a genius and I still got lean. I’m no one special BUT I lost 40lbs by brainwashing myself to be able to change engrained behaviours. In this episode, I share the 10 things that helped me to change. Not just in weight loss, but in business, fitness, and my personal life as well. If you’re sick of feeling like a failure because you can’t stay consistent or break free off old patterns… then l...

Jordan lost 37 pounds by staying consistent, despite traveling at least once a week every month. She began her weight loss journey on her own, driven by personal commitment and self-discipline as she was fed up of yo-yo dieting. However, the challenges of doing it solo prompted her to seek coaching, investing in herself to achieve her goals. The accountability and guidance from Lean with Plants co...

Ever wonder how some people achieve big goals and make progress with seemingly little effort, while others are working alot harder but feel stuck? In this episode, I'll reveal 10 cheat codes to help you turn your goals into reality by making your journey easier, not harder. No matter the setbacks, difficulties, or how long the road ahead seems, these cheat codes will help provide you with the...

Have you ever wondered why it’s so easy to gain weight back? Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of lose some, then gain some endlessly? In this episode we’ll look at how to easily maintain weight loss, pause when you stop losing rather than gaining it all back… and know how to safeguard yourself from sneaky old behaviours creeping back in. This is the building block to finding body and food fre...

Ever struggled with knowing if you’re making the right decision? Ever wondered how successful dieters know what actions to take to smash their goals and seem to have more opportunities to be successful? In this episode we break down the 6 step system for how to become a decisive action so that you can make the right moves that get you to your goal FAST. If you’re ready to do whatever is required t...

Imagine if you could ‘self talk’ yourself into doing difficult things and actually enjoying them? Imagine being able to tell yourself, I’m going to achieve X, and then being able to follow through and doing it? In this episode we’re going talk about how to do just that using the power of framing and reframing to tell yourself stories that propel to your goals while actually feeling GOOD about it....

Fat loss doesn’t have to be mystical, it’s actually a simple formula, with consistent inputs that have consistent outputs (eat veggies and get into a calorie deficit = lose fat) The hard part is what behavioural inputs you need to ACTUALLY do it. Not just go to the gym each week, but HOW to make yourself do it when you just want to lie on the couch and watch Netflix. That’s where habits come in… a...

Building a consistent workout routine isn’t about losing weight. It’s about heart health, preserving muscle, reducing the risk of various diseases, mental health and building trust in yourself. No MATTER who you are, some form of exercise routine is vital for long-term health. In this episode, I’ll cast a vision for adding this to your routine, plus show you how to make it easier, more satisfying...

We’re in a war for our health and most women are losing. We’re loosing to processed foods, dopamine, habits and not being able to structure an environment of success…. but there is hope. We can take back our health and confidence… and it starts by realising that we need to get serious about behavioural change. If you're interested in being one of the 10 women at the Lean with Plants retreat in...

If you want to guarantee failure, then these are the 5 things to do (or keep doing) Sometimes it’s easier to simply avoid the things that will guarantee failure, and do the opposite, rather than try to come up with what success looks like!! This concept comes from the great Charlie Munger (this entire episode was inspired by his work) and is all about inverting success. Be warned. This episode is...

Ever found yourself in weight loss discussions, surrounded by differing opinions, personal insecurities, and well-intentioned advice? It's a common challenge when aiming for your weight loss goals. But remember, you're not alone! Join me for a live discussion with our Lean with Plants members, where we'll explore strategies for navigating these tough conversations with spouses, family,...

What is the one character trait that allows one person to make leaps in their progress and another to keep failing? Curiosity… weird but true and in this episode we’ll talk about how to implement curiosity in your journey to learn and improve faster AND know what big steps to take to have the most leverage in getting to your goals. Buckle up!! 📚 Join my FREE Kickstarter Challenge👇 ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://w...

Ever been in a group of women talking about all the diet’s they’ve done? Ever wondered everything and nothing seems to work and why it’s so hard to burn fat? Ever felt confused by all the different info out there and don’t know what to believe? In this episode we’ll break down the 10 things you MUST know to understand weight loss, and how to use it to start burning fat and keep it off. Think of th...

Ramona is losing fat and gaining muscle post menopause. She’s almost 60 but has lost 20lbs over the past few months and if feeling in better shape now then she did 20 years ago. Tune in for her inspiring story, plus so many nuggets of wisdom of how to build iron clad habits like she has! 📚 Join my FREE Kickstarter Challenge👇 ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.chelseamae.com/kickstarter-about⁠ 📆 Get a FREE 1:1 We...