Outsmart Overeating

From Keto to Weight Watchers; Whole 30 to the South Beach Diet, it seems like everyone is trying to put their own unique spin and branding on how to put food in your mouth, and Intermittent Fasting (IF) is no different.  The problem with IF, much like every other diet, is that it embeds you in the world of unsustainable dietary rules that take you away from connecting with your body and learning t...

This week I'm super excited to share another former Friends With Benefits client interview with Maddie O. Nearly one year ago, I invited Maddie to be a guest on the podcast to share her experience in the program. Now, she's back with an update on how she's been doing without the structure and accountability of working with coaches. Prior to joining FWB, Maddie struggled with emotional eating for m...

Every year, millions of dieters -- maybe even you -- set their eyes on a weight loss goal for the new year. Generally, the SAME weight loss goal they've had for the previous decade on January 1st.   This year, I'm encouraging you to try something different; something that actually works.   Screw what the 90% of unsuccessful dieters are doing, and learn what the successful 5% are doing instead.   I...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing former Friends With Benefits client, Miriam Blyth. Nearly one year ago, I invited Miriam to share her experience in the program. This time, she's back with an update on how she's been doing without the structure and accountability.   Prior to joining FWB, Miriam struggled with losing weight for 20 years. In the previous episode she shares the tra...

If you're avoiding the work that goes into improving your body image, because you think it will take care of itself once the weight is gone, think again.    Body image is an inside job, and external work isn't the answer.    Join me, and Steph Miramontes of Soul Centered Fitness as we break down all the nuances that make this work some of the most valuable you'll ever do.   In this podcast we talk...

Is there anything more frustrating than knowing EXACTLY HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT, but not be able to do it? You've read the books, you've listened to the podcasts, you've purchased the gym membership, and you've bought the program, but yet you STILL can't do it. WHY does this happen? It's maddening!   For starters, it has nothing to do with information. In today's podcast episode, Rog Law, and I discuss...

Last week my co-coach, Eileen Trujillo, joined me as we talked about the pitfalls of people pleasing and this week she's back again to discuss how to enjoy your favorite restaurant foods without packing on the pounds. Eileen and I recently spend the weekend in Dallas, Texas attending a business retreat with our two other co-coaches, Steph Miramontes and Stephanie Curry. Together, we had an opportu...

People pleasers are not just nice people who go above and beyond trying to make everyone happy. Those who suffer from the "Disease to Please" are people who say "Yes" when they really want to say "No" and as a result, lose sight of what they authentically want. Join co-coach, Eileen Trujillo, and me as we discuss how the worthiness of a people pleaser hinges on the approval of others which often c...

If you're anything like me, you grew up in a home where you were encouraged to "clean your plate." We rarely question the beliefs or habits that are passed down to us as children, and as a result, we repeat these same patterns as adults, blindly accepting them as gospel truth without ever questioning their validity. Join Rog Law and me as we help you rewrite your guilt-ridden stories about "wastin...

When it comes to losing fat, dieters are bombarded with so much information that it can completely cripple them. On top of having to manage the constant flow of conflicting information, you're also faced with the daily demands of life that quickly drain your willpower, leaving them stuck in a perpetual rut. Join Rog Law and me as we arm you with the tools to better understand how your willpower wo...

When it comes to being "naturally thin," most people think that it comes down to a roll of the genetic dice, and if you're unlucky enough to roll the wrong set of genes, you're screwed. The reality is that while genetics certainly play a role in your body composition, they're not the primary driver when it comes to managing your weight. Join Rog Law and me for today's episode as we tackle the 11 e...

The unfortunate truth about dieting is that once you start, you'll never stop.   It's almost as if once you decide to go on one, you're signing a contract to be unhappy and dissatisfied with yourself until the number on the scale says the magic number that will unlock your worthiness. Then, you're suddenly allowed to live your life. Unfortunately, that isn't how this works. Join Rog Law and me on...

With Halloween upon us, the Sugar Express is rolling full steam ahead! This is the time of year when cravings reach critical mass, new diabolical scientific concoctions hit the streets, and candy bowls across the land always seem to be filled to the brim. Unfortunately, this holiday also brings about unnecessary stress, self-judgement and uncontrolled eating - truly scary stuff!   Join Rog Law and...

For most people, the journey of weight loss is marred by fear - the fear of giving up foods you love, the fear of not being able to lose the weight, and the fear of not being able to maintain the results when you are successful. Sadly, most of these fears end up being a self-fulfilling prophecy because what you fear, you invite into your life. Thankfully, there's a better way. Join Rog Law and me...

If you're you've ever said: "I'll start tomorrow." "I need to eat all of this now because tomorrow it's back to the diet!" "I'll get back on track on Monday." This tells me you're someone who struggles with the "all-or-nothing" mindset. Unfortunately, when you have this thought pattern, it makes consistency nearly impossible to achieve. And consistency is essential for success. This week I've invi...

In last week's episode, I interviewed a Friends With Benefits client, Danielle Scheid, on how she was able to transition from a food-obsessed chronic dieter to someone who feels completely in control in any dining scenario while effortlessly maintaining her weight through the power of habit.  In this week's episode, I interviewed another client, Stephanie Curry, on her unique experience in my coac...

This week I'm super excited to share another client interview with Friends With Benefits member, Danielle Scheid.  In this episode, Danielle shares her experience within the program a lifelong dieter who struggled with labeling foods "bad" and chronic yo-yo dieting.  After decades of traveling down dead-end roads that left her more frustrated than before, she joined the Friends With Benefits group...

Dieters think that they have an 'eating too much food' problem, and this is why they can't lose weight. And while there is certainly truth to that, it's not the whole story. We spend only a few hours per week eating, but we spend 168 hours without our thoughts, and it's these same thoughts that cause us to struggle. Food isn't the problem; it's how we THINK, FEEL, and INTERACT with food that's our...

As much as we'd like to think that we're completely rational beings in our approach to and view of the world, the reality is that we're wildly emotional creatures as well. Emotions are useful. They help us survive and give zest to our lives, but when we allow them to completely take the wheel, we can find ourselves on the road to disaster. Join Rog Law and me as we look at the roots of emotional e...

Have you ever taken a photo with family or friends and after seeing it, immediately cringed and deleted it? You then spend the entire day in your head, upset and disgusted with your body with a promise yourself you'll "do better." If this sounds like you, then today's episode is a must-listen. In this episode, I invited co-coach, Eileen Trujillo, to return to discuss the disservice in beating your...

We've all heard the comments from our family, friends, and co-workers: "Just have a bite! It won't kill you!" "What's one meal? Treat yourself!" "It's Friday, live a little!" We've all heard comments like these a thousand times over the years. People commenting on how you need to try a few bites of dessert or finish the last breadstick in the basket. No matter how well-meaning they may be, food pu...

When it comes to losing weight, there's no way around it: we HAVE to eat food. The problem many dieters run into is that they're torn between two extremes: Restrictors: These people diet like it's their full-time job Permitters: These are the YOLO! dieters Join Rog Law and I today as we explore the world of dieting, the two types of people that inhabit this magical land, and how to turn the tables...

We silly earthlings tend to be final-hour creatures: we tend to wait until we hit rock bottom to initiate a change for the better, all while at the same time wanting the results to appear over night. While this might work flawlessly in the movies, real life operates by a different set of rules. Join Rog Law and I as we dive deep into why your expectations be killing your progress softly. Topics di...

Hunger gets treated like the [insert hair color here] headed stepchild of the transformation: preferably never seen or heard from. This is unfortunate, because hunger is actually the unsung hero when it comes to not only reaching your goals, but maintaining them for life. Join Rog Law and me as we dive into the importance of hunger and why you should get to know it. Topics discussed: The basics: w...

With the recent influx of parents contacting me regarding children's eating habits and body image issues, this week I invited Steph Miramontes from Soul Centered Fitness to return to the podcast to discuss the two burning questions on every parents mind: What can I do to ensure my kids grow up with a healthy relationship to food? How can I help them love their bodies in a world that's hyper-focuse...