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EPISODE · Jan 6, 2026 · 23 MIN

16: Micro Habits to Create a Slight Calorie Deficit This Year

from Sustainable Weight Loss For Moms | Lose Weight, Healthy Habits, Fat Loss, Lose Belly Fat, Balanced Meals · host Lainey Younkin, MS, RD | Registered Dietitian

Tired of making a resolution to lose weight—only to feel off-track by February? In this episode, we’re ditching the diet mindset and focusing on micro habits—tiny, doable shifts that help you naturally create a slight calorie deficit (and actually stick with it this year). I’m sharing my favorite small-but-mighty habits that fuel your metabolism, keep you full, and help you lose weight without counting calories, cutting carbs, or overhauling your life. If you’re a busy mom looking for a sustainable way to feel better in your body this year—this is the episode for you. What You’ll Learn: Why New Year’s weight loss goals usually fail (and what to do instead) How to turn your “big goal” into micro habits that get results The difference between motivation vs. systems—and why systems always win Examples of micro habits that help you eat better, move more, and feel lighter A step-by-step plan for choosing your micro habits for the next 3 months Resources + Links Mentioned: DM me “January” on Instagram to join the Sustainable Weight Loss 30-Day Jumpstart (open through Jan 12th): https://www.instagram.com/weight.loss.dietitian 🎧 Related episodes: Episode 1: The Mindset Shifts You Need For Lasting Weight Loss Episode 2: How “Eat Less, Move More” Slows Your Metabolism (and What to Do Instead) Episode 3: Why You're Working Out But Not Losing Weight Next Steps: Subscribe to the podcast + leave a review 💕 Download the FREE guide: 5 Habits for Sustainable Weight Loss for Busy Moms Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weight.loss.dietitian DM me “JANUARY” to join our 30-Day Jumpstart in January

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