Fat Loss Success Stories
I'm your host, Veronica Hugger, who at the age of 53 was ready to give up. I was living an unsustainable lifestyle of deprivation diets and endless exercise and not seeing the results I wanted or deserved. The strategy of "eat less" move more" was not working! By learning the FASTer Way of nutrition and fitness, I now live a 'healthstyle' which encourages me to eat right and motivates me to exercise efficiently. I eat more food now than ever! My FASTer Way coach continues to work with me so I have access to a personal trainer who manages my progress, answers my questions, and inspires me.
I was persuaded to try the FASTer Way after listening to stories from others who continue to succeed on the program. Over 440,000 people have gone through the FASTer Way starter program, so there are lots of success stories! On this podcast, you’ll hear conversational interviews with people with various relatable stories of struggle and success. And FASTer Way to Fat Loss Head Trainer, Le Bergin, helps explain the strategies of the program and offer helpful tips.
Just like someone else’s success story inspired me, sharing more success stories has the potential to encourage others to embrace and experience a healthier lifestyle…a “healthstyle”. And their shared stories will educate you, inspire you, and encourage you to accomplish your goals and to write your own Fat Loss Success Story!
If you're on the FASTer Way and ready to share your story, contact me to be on the show!
Fat Loss Success Stories
07: Rest & Hormones: What Other Plans Forget
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In this episode, FASTer Way to Fat Loss certified coach, Le Bergin, addresses two important topics most weight loss programs don’t: the importance of rest and the effect diet has on stress hormones. That’s because listening to your body and focusing on whole food nutrition brings about the best results.
Rest is vital, whether it’s getting a good night’s sleep, or digestive rest through intermittent fasting, or physically resting between workout intervals. And the FASTer Way is probably the first fat loss program where you are told that rest is one of the most important components.
We’ve talked about digestive rest in Episode 03 on intermittent fasting, but on the FASTer Way, we also program in rest from the workouts. So, two days a week we instead enjoy relaxing and restorative activities, like yoga or an outdoor walk. This time is built into the weekly schedule to help you take care of yourself.
Because stress can affect your hormones, and therefore your weight, we take steps to recognize and reduce stress. Remember, the goal of the FASTer Way is to find a sustainable healthstyle, and rest is a critical component.
Rest and hormones go hand in hand, because stress may put a strain on your adrenal and thyroid glands and prevent your body from burning fat.
Decreasing the stress in your life and getting more sleep isn’t always convenient or easy. But you’ll never hit your goals if you don’t put yourself first.
Speaking of a good night’s sleep: Do you know how much sleep you need? Or do you want to get better sleep? I recently listened to a podcast by Dr. Stephen Cabral where he addressed those issues and more. I found it interesting and helpful, and you might, too.
Be sure to download your FREE introductory guide to maximize your fat loss with meal plans and recipes so you can start eating real food!
Other topics touched on in this episode:
- Hydration 💦💦
- Avoiding burn out
- Progressive overload
- Your body always is looking for efficiency
- The guidance of experts
- Avoid using stress hormones as fuel
- Hormone regulation through diet
- Menopause
- Experimenting with Keto
- Flexibility within the weekly cycle
Check out these FREE resources:
Fat Loss Quiz
How to Lose Belly Fat FAST
Beginner’s Guide to Counting Macros
Introductory Guide to Intermittent Fasting
Sugar Detox Guide
Carb Cycling
What are MACROS and Why Do We Track Them?