You’ve got questions? I’ve got answers. This week I’m switching things up a bit. In this episode I’m answering YOUR questions on weight loss. Tune in to learn: How can I set myself up for success on vacation? How do I stop eating- I know the portion is enough but I continue going back for more? What can I do to stop after one portion?How can I stop snacking after dinnerWhat are good carbs? Do you have questions or topics you’d like to hear more about? You can submit them...

Most of us have a hard time being proud of ourselves. It’s easy to get wrapped up in all the things you didn’t do, could have done better, or should have done. But when you can start to find the proud moments, it motivates you to do more- it motivates you to show up in a way that energizes you and fulfills you vs. in a way that depletes you. Tune in to learn why it’s important to start looking for reasons to be proud of yourself- not just in weight loss, but in all areas of your l...

Are you worried about how you’ll keep the weight off once you’ve lost it? Or, maybe you’re saying, “maintenance”?! I’m still trying to figure out this weight loss thing. And that’s ok, because maintenance is something you want to be thinking about even as you’re just getting started. You want to have a maintenance mindset from the start- meaning you’re doing things to lose weight in the way you plan to keep it off. Tune in to this episode on maintenance to learn: ...

On this episode of Drop The Diet Weight Loss, we take a look at different ways self-sabotage may be holding you back from your health and weight loss goals. Tune in to find out exactly why you’re doing it, and learn my 3-step process on how to kick self-sabotage to the curb and take control of your life and your future. EPISODE SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT CONNECT w/MELISSA ON INSTAGRAM: @melissa.lagrant

People pleasing is a popular topic I've been coaching on in my membership these last couple weeks. People pleasing around food comes up a lot for women- in social situations, with family and friends and work events. We people please to protect ourselves. It's a behavior turned into a pattern, turned into a habit. And YOU can absolutely begin to change this habit. In this episode, I'm chatting about why it happens and what you can do to start showing up in your life with more...

Do you feel like you’re eating healthy and moving your body but still can’t seem to lose weight? Or, maybe you feel like you’ve made a bunch of small changes but still aren’t seeing the progress you thought you would? If you are having these types of thoughts or feeling a bit discouraged- first know that you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m going to give you some things to check in on and easy steps you can implement today to start seeing progress. I’d love to support you,...

Are you worried about how you’ll keep the weight off once you’ve lost it? Or, maybe you’re saying, “maintenance”?! I’m still trying to figure out this weight loss thing. And that’s ok, because maintenance is something you want to be thinking about even as you’re just getting started. You want to have a maintenance mindset from the start- meaning you’re doing things to lose weight in the way you plan to keep it off. Tune in to this episode on maintenance to learn: Why i...

My weight loss isn’t happening fast enough. Ever had that thought? It’s one of those thoughts that can send you down a spiral of diet mentality, punishing yourself into weight loss, and hopping back on that yo-yo diet merry go round- and I want to make sure that doesn’t happen to you. In this episode, I’m going to tell you exactly how to move out of the feelings of frustration and defeat that you may experience when you’re not seeing the progress you expected. And remember, ...

Have you ever said to yourself, “I deserve to eat this?” Maybe at the end of a long day, or a tough conversion, or even after a workout? If so you’re not alone, my friend. I want to help you get into a place where you are eating the foods you love because you enjoy them- not to feel better, or avoid feelings, or escape from the day. Tune in to hear what exactly the ‘I deserve it’ eating mentality is, how it pops up, and the exact steps to take to move away from this unwanted...

How’s it going with the nutrition and weight loss goals you set for the new year? This is the time of year when some of that New Year’s motivation might be wearing off…or maybe it’s barely hanging on. And that’s ok, because we don’t need to wait around for motivation to show up. Motivation comes from taking action. But what you may need to do is remind yourself WHY you want this. Nailing down your ‘whys’ is such an important part of the journey and in this podcast epis...

One of my favorite ways to connect with you is on the podcast and via live free trainings… and today, I’m combining both of my loves. Recently, I hosted a live free workshop: Free Yourself From Fad Diets- 4 simple habits to supercharge weight loss and drop the weight for good. The feedback around the workshop was amazing so, if you happened to miss it, I re-recorded it for you for this podcast episode. You can also grab the free presentation + workbook HERE. In this episode ...

It’s that time of year again when we are bombarded with the latest diet crazes, quick fixes and fad diets. And maybe you’re thinking about improving your diet or losing weight in the new year, but with all this noise out there you’re not really sure where to start or what to do. So in this podcast I want to give you some things to think about when choosing how you’re going to go after your nutrition and weight loss goals in the new year so that you can make sure you’re set up for su...

Do you love setting goals for the New Year? You feel motivated, excited for a fresh start- but by the time February hits, they seem to have fizzled. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. A lot of times when you set goals, you focus on the outcome and skip the process to getting there. You know, the part where you have to build the habits to achieve that goal. Tune in to this episode to learn why building habits is the key to reaching your goals as well as ...

Is your FEAR getting in the way of your weight loss success? It’s so common to feel fear when going after a big goal like health and weight loss- whether it’s fear of failing, fear of what other people will think, or even fear of success. If you find yourself wondering how you can want to drop the pounds so badly, but aren’t doing the things to get you there, it just might be your fear-based thinking. In this episode I break down the 4 buckets of fear that are common w...

Do you struggle with consistency for weight loss? I know I don’t need to tell you about the importance of consistency for health and weight loss- you already know this. But putting the things we know into action, consistently, can be tough. So in this episode I’m giving you 5 easy steps to build consistency and reach your goals. When it comes down to it- weight loss is just a bunch of small choices layered on top of one another. Doing small things consistently ...

Do you feel like you're all in or all out when it comes to weight loss and fitness? If so, you're not alone, my friend. In this episode I’m chatting about how this all or nothing mentality can cause you to freeze and keep you from reaching or even going after your goals. I also give 4 tips on how you can begin to move out of this thinking and start crushing your weight loss goals- how to show up each day for the experience and start telling yourself you’re going to do ...

How do you feel going into the Thanksgiving holiday? The last thing I want for you is to be stressed over the food and what you’ll eat and if you’ll overeat. In this episode, I’m giving you my 5 best tips on how to go into Thanksgiving with a realistic and enjoyable plan so that you can enjoy your holiday and put your focus on what really matters to you most on this day. I’m also chatting about what to do the day after if things didn’t go as planned...and what to do wi...

Patience is the key to building something that lasts! No matter who you are, a weight loss journey takes time, especially when you’re doing it sustainably- in a way that you actually like. In today’s episode I give you 4 tips on how to build and keep your patience throughout this journey, so that you can keep showing up each day doing the little things that will lead to success. I hope you found this episode helpful. Be sure to download it so you can come back and listen to ...

You’ve heard me talk about the 4 superchargers to weight loss - water, sleep, eating when hungry and food planning. If I were to add a 5th supercharger, it would 100% be journaling. In today’s episode, I talk about taking the rules of what you think journaling is ‘supposed’ to look like and how to make it work for you. I also dig into how journaling specifically for weight loss is a total game changer and give you some specific journaling prompts so you can get started today. ...

Should I wait until after the holidays to start a weight loss journey? How do I make sure I don’t gain weight during the holidays? These are two very common questions that pop up around this time of year and I’m answering them in today’s podcast episode. I also dig into: How you can enjoy the holidays and still go after your goalWhat to do when you think you can’t lose weight during the holidays3 common obstacles that pop up 5 tips on how to have success during these ho...