More Than A Number | Weight Loss, Lose Weight, Healthy Habits, Meal Prep, Nutrition
Sam Barone | Registered Dietitian, Certified Specialist in Obesity & Weight Management, Weight Loss Coach, Speaker
13 episodes
3 days ago
Have you been weight watching since the womb?
Are you feeling defeated after a season of weight gain?
Are you carrying around an overwhelming sense of guilt or shame over another failed attempt at keeping the weight off?
Have you been successful on a diet only to have your lost pounds find their way back to you soon after you go off the diet?
I’m here to tell you to lay down the shame, friend – no matter where you’ve been in your health journey and where you’re at… You are fully capable and fully worthy of making LASTING, SUSTAINABLE change. And you can start doing it TO-DAY.
My name is Sam. Today, I’m a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in obesity and weight management. But, at one point in my life, I was nearing 400lbs and completely miserable. As a last-ditch effort, I made one of the best decisions of my life and had gastric bypass surgery.
But I learned VERY quickly in the 2nd and 3rd years postop that the surgery was not magic and it was REAL easy for all those lost pounds to find their way back to me. I realized I needed to pull it together or I was going to be right back where I started. I got super interested in the science of nutrition and went back to school to become a dietitian so that I could help people still searching for the answer.
I’m going to be honest with you, friends… I’ve been maintaining ~200lbs weight loss for darn near 2 decades now and unfortunately, it doesn’t get any “easier” per say. But I can promise you it doesn’t need to be complicated.
I’ve learned invaluable lessons both as a dietitian and in my own personal weight loss/maintenance journey, and my mission is to share it all – with you!
I truly believe with every fiber of my being that God created me to walk this road so I can help others find their way through.
My mission is to give you the simple, realistic steps to lay the foundation of lifelong health and wellness so you can live your best life and enjoy the food you eat. Because I KNOW you do not want to start another diet trend that makes you hangry and is only going to bring you disappointment and frustration.
I know you want to get that extra weight off and finally fit back into that pair of pants hidden deep in the back of your closet since before Y2K, but I also know that deep down you just want to live free from the constant weight roller coaster and FEEL GOOD.
If you’re ready to stop feeling defeated and start feeling like your best self, you’re in the right place!
Now pull up a chair and let’s go!
Join my free email list for weekly inspo, first dibs on new offers and recaps of the week’s podcast episodes: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/morethananumber
Need more of an individualized 1 on 1 path to reaching your weight loss and maintenance goals through accountability and evidence-based solutions? Click here for my 90 Days to Nourish Well program: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/e9av8hib2c
Have questions about my 1 on 1 program, 90 Days to Nourish Well? Click here to schedule a complimentary 20 minute virtual session to chat about it: https://SessionwithSam.as.me/Discoverysession
Email: sam@theanchorednutrition.com
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Have you been weight watching since the womb?
Are you feeling defeated after a season of weight gain?
Are you carrying around an overwhelming sense of guilt or shame over another failed attempt at keeping the weight off?
Have you been successful on a diet only to have your lost pounds find their way back to you soon after you go off the diet?
I’m here to tell you to lay down the shame, friend – no matter where you’ve been in your health journey and where you’re at… You are fully capable and fully worthy of making LASTING, SUSTAINABLE change. And you can start doing it TO-DAY.
My name is Sam. Today, I’m a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in obesity and weight management. But, at one point in my life, I was nearing 400lbs and completely miserable. As a last-ditch effort, I made one of the best decisions of my life and had gastric bypass surgery.
But I learned VERY quickly in the 2nd and 3rd years postop that the surgery was not magic and it was REAL easy for all those lost pounds to find their way back to me. I realized I needed to pull it together or I was going to be right back where I started. I got super interested in the science of nutrition and went back to school to become a dietitian so that I could help people still searching for the answer.
I’m going to be honest with you, friends… I’ve been maintaining ~200lbs weight loss for darn near 2 decades now and unfortunately, it doesn’t get any “easier” per say. But I can promise you it doesn’t need to be complicated.
I’ve learned invaluable lessons both as a dietitian and in my own personal weight loss/maintenance journey, and my mission is to share it all – with you!
I truly believe with every fiber of my being that God created me to walk this road so I can help others find their way through.
My mission is to give you the simple, realistic steps to lay the foundation of lifelong health and wellness so you can live your best life and enjoy the food you eat. Because I KNOW you do not want to start another diet trend that makes you hangry and is only going to bring you disappointment and frustration.
I know you want to get that extra weight off and finally fit back into that pair of pants hidden deep in the back of your closet since before Y2K, but I also know that deep down you just want to live free from the constant weight roller coaster and FEEL GOOD.
If you’re ready to stop feeling defeated and start feeling like your best self, you’re in the right place!
Now pull up a chair and let’s go!
Join my free email list for weekly inspo, first dibs on new offers and recaps of the week’s podcast episodes: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/morethananumber
Need more of an individualized 1 on 1 path to reaching your weight loss and maintenance goals through accountability and evidence-based solutions? Click here for my 90 Days to Nourish Well program: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/e9av8hib2c
Have questions about my 1 on 1 program, 90 Days to Nourish Well? Click here to schedule a complimentary 20 minute virtual session to chat about it: https://SessionwithSam.as.me/Discoverysession
Email: sam@theanchorednutrition.com
7 | Why "trying to" is holding you back from weight loss...
More Than A Number | Weight Loss, Lose Weight, Healthy Habits, Meal Prep, Nutrition
26 minutes
1 month ago
7 | Why "trying to" is holding you back from weight loss...
I'm so glad you're here!
In this episode of More Than a Number, we dig into one of the most powerful mindset shifts for lasting weight loss: identity-based habits. Instead of seeing ourselves as someone who’s trying to be healthy, we step into the truth that we are healthy people who show up for ourselves daily.
I share my own story of living like “two different people” — disciplined during the week but self-sabotaging on weekends — and the wake-up call that helped me bridge the gap between who I said I was and how I was actually living. We’ll talk about the disconnect many of us feel when our habits don’t line up with the person we want to be, and how shifting our self-talk can change everything.
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about aligning our daily actions with our true identity, so we can build trust, consistency, and confidence within ourselves.
What We’ll Cover in This Episode
Why our identity shapes our habits more than motivation does
The danger of “work hard, play hard” thinking and how it holds us back
How to bridge the gap between who we say we are and what we actually do
The power of language: “I’m trying to exercise” vs. “I’m someone who moves my body daily”
Lessons from James Clear’s Atomic Habits on identity-based change
How to handle food pushers and social pressure without guilt
Why declarations like “I am trustworthy” and “I am a healthy person” build lasting self-confidence
Your Action Step
Ask yourself: Who do I want to be?Then declare it daily. Instead of saying, “I’m trying to eat better,” say, “I am someone who nourishes my body.” Instead of “I should work out,” say, “I am someone who moves my body every day.” These small shifts in language will shape your mindset, your habits, and ultimately your results.
👉 If you missed last week’s episode on consistency, go back and listen — these two episodes go hand-in-hand.
Resources & Links
Book recommendation: Atomic Habits by James Clear
Free Habit Tracker: Email me or sign up for my newsletter to get it delivered to your inbox
Related Episode: Forget Motivation: How Consistency Builds Lasting Weight Loss
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Join my free email list for weekly inspo, first dibs on new offers and recaps of the week’s podcast episodes: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/morethananumber
Need more of an individualized 1 on 1 path to reaching your weight loss and maintenance goals through accountability and evidence-based solutions? Click here for my 90 Days to Nourish Well program: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/e9av8hib2c
Have questions about my 1 on 1 program, 90 Days to Nourish Well? Click here to schedule a complimentary 20 minute virtual session to chat about it: https://SessionwithSam.as.me/Discoverysession
More Than A Number | Weight Loss, Lose Weight, Healthy Habits, Meal Prep, Nutrition
Have you been weight watching since the womb?
Are you feeling defeated after a season of weight gain?
Are you carrying around an overwhelming sense of guilt or shame over another failed attempt at keeping the weight off?
Have you been successful on a diet only to have your lost pounds find their way back to you soon after you go off the diet?
I’m here to tell you to lay down the shame, friend – no matter where you’ve been in your health journey and where you’re at… You are fully capable and fully worthy of making LASTING, SUSTAINABLE change. And you can start doing it TO-DAY.
My name is Sam. Today, I’m a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in obesity and weight management. But, at one point in my life, I was nearing 400lbs and completely miserable. As a last-ditch effort, I made one of the best decisions of my life and had gastric bypass surgery.
But I learned VERY quickly in the 2nd and 3rd years postop that the surgery was not magic and it was REAL easy for all those lost pounds to find their way back to me. I realized I needed to pull it together or I was going to be right back where I started. I got super interested in the science of nutrition and went back to school to become a dietitian so that I could help people still searching for the answer.
I’m going to be honest with you, friends… I’ve been maintaining ~200lbs weight loss for darn near 2 decades now and unfortunately, it doesn’t get any “easier” per say. But I can promise you it doesn’t need to be complicated.
I’ve learned invaluable lessons both as a dietitian and in my own personal weight loss/maintenance journey, and my mission is to share it all – with you!
I truly believe with every fiber of my being that God created me to walk this road so I can help others find their way through.
My mission is to give you the simple, realistic steps to lay the foundation of lifelong health and wellness so you can live your best life and enjoy the food you eat. Because I KNOW you do not want to start another diet trend that makes you hangry and is only going to bring you disappointment and frustration.
I know you want to get that extra weight off and finally fit back into that pair of pants hidden deep in the back of your closet since before Y2K, but I also know that deep down you just want to live free from the constant weight roller coaster and FEEL GOOD.
If you’re ready to stop feeling defeated and start feeling like your best self, you’re in the right place!
Now pull up a chair and let’s go!
Join my free email list for weekly inspo, first dibs on new offers and recaps of the week’s podcast episodes: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/morethananumber
Need more of an individualized 1 on 1 path to reaching your weight loss and maintenance goals through accountability and evidence-based solutions? Click here for my 90 Days to Nourish Well program: https://sambaronenutrition.myflodesk.com/e9av8hib2c
Have questions about my 1 on 1 program, 90 Days to Nourish Well? Click here to schedule a complimentary 20 minute virtual session to chat about it: https://SessionwithSam.as.me/Discoverysession
Email: sam@theanchorednutrition.com
