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2026 is here, and it's time to permanently lose weight — once and for all. In today's solo episode, I'm calling out the four biggest weight loss mistakes I do not want you making in 2026, especially if you feel like you've tried everything and still can't get results that last. These are the exact patterns I've seen over and over throughout 2025 that keep women stuck year after year. For each mistake, I break down what it is, why it holds you back, and how to approach your goal differently in a way that's rooted in science, practicality, and real life (instead of restriction, overcomplication, or starting over again). I also share a bonus tip that ties everything together and helps you avoid self-sabotaging before your progress even has a chance to build. From understanding what your body actually needs to making food choices feel simpler and more intuitive, by the end of this episode you'll walk away with a solid, grounded framework you can actually stick to for real results. I want 2026 to be the year you finally stop starting over and start seeing sustainable change — and this episode will help you do exactly that. WE START JAN 12TH! Join Slim Down, Eat Up HERE 1:1 Coaching with Lauren and Our Team of Dietitians: HERE To connect with Lauren, click HERE Submit your question for advice from Lauren on the show HERE Take the free Weight Loss Personality Quiz HERE Shop Our Meal Plans HERE Get Support & Personally Work With Us HERE Related Episodes: 🎙️Episode 306: 5 Sneaky Mistakes You Don't Realize Are Sabotaging Your Fat Loss Progress 🎙️Episode 287: Q&A: 8 Dieting Mistakes I Made When I Was Younger (And What I'd Do Differently) I hope you enjoy this episode and if you do, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Huge thank you to every person who has left a review thus far!

On today's episode I am sitting down solo to walk you through exactly how to lose weight after Christmas without falling into the guilt-driven holiday spiral that keeps so many women stuck. If the scale is up, your jeans feel tighter, or your brain is already jumping to "I ruined everything" mode, this conversation is your reset.  I'm breaking down what's actually happening in your body after a few days of indulgence, why overeating during the holidays does not equal real fat gain, and the sneaky all-or-nothing traps that make January feel so much harder than it needs to be. I also share a realistic fat loss roadmap you can actually follow in real life, including what to focus on first, what to stop doing immediately, and how to get your body back into fat burning mode without restriction, detoxes, or punishing workouts. By the end of this episode, you'll feel more in control and clear on your next steps on how to stop spiraling and finally reset in a way that works with your body and your life. Get the Fat Loss Calculator HERE 1:1 Coaching with Lauren and Our Team of Dietitians: HERE To connect with Lauren, click HERE Submit your question for advice from Lauren on the show HERE Take the free Weight Loss Personality Quiz HERE Shop Our Meal Plans HERE Get Support & Personally Work With Us HERE Related Episodes: 🎙️Episode 261: 5 Ways To Eat Healthier During The Holidays 🎙️Episode 222: LAUREN'S STORY: 23 Pounds Down During Countless Work Trips, Vacations & The Entire Holiday Season 🎙️Episode 123: Real Talk: How to Make the Holiday Healthy I hope you enjoy this episode and if you do, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Huge thank you to every person who has left a review thus far!  

On today's episode, I'm sitting down solo to help you prepare for all the holiday gatherings, dinner parties, and events coming your way by sharing my top tips for enjoying the season without sabotaging your progress. If the holidays make you anxious about overeating or feeling guilty for indulging (especially because you love food) — this episode will help you navigate it all with intention while still enjoying yourself. I'm breaking down six simple strategies I personally rely on to move through events with confidence so you can enjoy festive foods, handle social pressure, and stay grounded even when everything feels tempting or chaotic. By the end of this episode, you'll walk away feeling confident in how to navigate social eating this holiday season while staying on track with your fitness goals. 1:1 Coaching with Lauren and Our Team of Dietitians: HERE To connect with Lauren, click HERE Submit your question for advice from Lauren on the show HERE Take the free Weight Loss Personality Quiz HERE Shop Our Meal Plans HERE Get Support & Personally Work With Us HERE Related Episodes: 🎙️Episode 345: I Don't Want To Ruin My Progress On Thanksgiving.... So Here's What To Do Instead 🎙️Episode 261: 5 Ways To Eat Healthier During The Holidays 🎙️Episode 259: Thanksgiving Dinner: Tips For Overeating, Temptations, Treats & Food Pushers 🎙️Episode 129: How to Handle Almond Mom During the Holidays 🎙️Episode 127: How to Stay ON TRACK When You're OFF Your Routine I hope you enjoy this episode and if you do, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Huge thank you to every person who has left a review thus far!

On today's episode, I'm chatting with Alyssa, who lost 20 pounds by finally putting herself first — not through restriction or perfection, but by making simple, realistic changes that actually fit into her life. If you're in a season of survival right now or navigating a major life transition… and you're tired of feeling uncomfortable in your skin while everyone else's needs come before your own, Alyssa's story is going to speak right to you. After years of surviving, sacrificing, and pushing her own needs to the bottom of the list, Alyssa decided something had to change. Her journey is raw, relatable, and such an important reminder that when you start caring for yourself, everything else gets better. Inside the episode, Alyssa shares: ✅ The simple, doable tweaks that boosted her energy, confidence, and weight loss results without giving up travel, flexibility, or the foods she loves ✅ How she ditched keto and the dieting rules for good and finally started building real momentum that yielded incredible results ✅ Why learning what actually matters for fat loss helped her create lasting progress ✅ What breaking old patterns has meant for her as a mother and her daughter as she heads off to college ✅ How shifting out of survival mode completely changed the trajectory of her health and life By the end of this episode, you'll walk away with a clear understanding of how to begin seeing progress and where you can start… even if you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck. 1:1 Coaching with Lauren and Our Team of Dietitians: HERE To connect with Lauren, click HERE Submit your question for advice from Lauren on the show HERE Take the free Weight Loss Personality Quiz HERE Shop Our Meal Plans HERE Get Support & Personally Work With Us HERE Related Episodes: 🎙️Episode 244: Your Simple Guide To Losing 20 Pounds (Fit Girl Fall) 🎙️Episode 242: MICHELLE'S STORY: 20 Pounds Down & Being A Good Role Model As A Mom 🎙️Episode 203: How To Lose 20 (Or More) Pounds AND Keep It Off I hope you enjoy this episode and if you do, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Huge thank you to every person who has left a review thus far!

On today's episode, I am sitting down solo to answer a question submitted by one of our amazing listener's named Katie on fat loss before conception. If you are at a weight right now that makes you scared to conceive, or perhaps have been told losing weight will help you on your conception journey, this episode covers exactly this. I'm discussing how fat loss can fit into the journey of trying to conceive and pregnancy, Dietitian-approved strategies on how to lose body fat safely while supporting fertility, my top personal tips and best practices for women looking to become healthier before starting a family and why I believe investing in your body and health BEFORE baby is crucial. If you've considering expanding your family now or in the future, I hope you enjoy today's episode and the simple but powerful strategies I share to support your journey. 1:1 Coaching with Lauren and Our Team of Dietitians: HERE To connect with Lauren, click HERE Submit your question for advice from Lauren on the show HERE Take the free Weight Loss Personality Quiz HERE Shop Our Meal Plans HERE Get Support & Personally Work With Us HERE Related Episodes: 🎙️Episode 265: Honest Hour: I Loved & Loathed My Postpartum Body (Let's Talk What To Expect With Body Image Postpartum) 🎙️Episode 213: Q&A: Pregnancy Weight Gain, Navigating Body Changes, Having A Fitness Identity Crisis 🎙️Episode 199: I'M PREGNANT: Navigating the First Trimester When All You Want Is Fast Food I hope you enjoy this episode and if you do, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Huge thank you to every person who has left a review thus far!