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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2026 · 19 MIN

#563 Why "Getting Back on Track" Is the Wrong Goal

from The Shane Walsh Podcast

Why "Getting Back on Track" Is the Wrong Goal How many times have you told yourself, "I just need to get back on track"? After a weekend of eating more than planned. After a holiday. After a stressful week. After missing a few workouts. But what if the idea of "getting back on track" is actually keeping you stuck in the yo-yo dieting cycle? In this episode, we unpack why the all-or-nothing mindset can turn one meal, one day, or one weekend into weeks of feeling like you've failed. We explore why sustainable fat loss isn't about being perfect—it's about learning how to keep going when life doesn't go according to plan. In this episode, we discuss: Why "starting again Monday" can become a never-ending cycle What being "off track" actually means Why one meal doesn't undo your progress The difference between accountability and punishment How restriction can lead to overeating Why you don't need to compensate for yesterday How to use your next meal as an opportunity to continue The 3 questions to ask after a setback Why consistency matters more than perfection How to build habits that work in real life Why the real goal isn't getting back on track—it's learning how to stay on track when life gets messy Female Fat Loss Program Early bird offer - join here Starts 7th Sept

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