#60 - Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging Your Goals (Even When You Want Them)

Why can’t I lose weight — even when I’m doing everything “right”? Why do I keep starting over with fitness as a mom? Why does motivation disappear after a few weeks? If you’re struggling with weight loss, consistency, or self-sabotage in motherhood, this episode of The Athlete Mom Project breaks down what’s really happening beneath the surface. Most moms think they lack discipline. But the real reason you can’t stick to your fitness goals, lose weight postpartum, or stay consistent with workouts often has nothing to do with willpower. It’s subconscious protection. In this episode, we dive into: • Why you keep self-sabotaging your weight loss goals • Why postpartum weight loss feels so hard • Why you lose motivation after starting a new workout plan • How identity shifts in motherhood affect consistency • The psychology behind “starting over” again and again • How surface-level fitness goals create burnout • Inner child work and shadow work in fat loss • The difference between forcing results vs flowing toward aligned goals We also talk about jiu-jitsu, pregnancy, and how learning to stop forcing outcomes in movement reveals where we force outcomes in life. If you’ve ever said: “I know what to do, I just can’t stick with it,” This episode will help you understand why — and what to do differently. Because maybe you’re not lazy. Maybe you’re misaligned. And when your goals are aligned with your authentic self, consistency becomes natural — not forced. 🎙️ Subscribe to the podcast If this episode helped you, please rate, review, and share it with a mom who’s trying to lift while raising kids. 🔗 Resources & Links 🫁 Start The Capacity Project A 6-week program designed to improve stress tolerance, recovery, sleep, and performance through breath and nervous system training. This is where you "build your base." 👉 [ Learn More Here ] 🏔️ Join the Athlete Mom Project Course Training that fits motherhood — without burnout, all-or-nothing, or sacrificing family life. 👉 [ Learn More Here ] 📲 Learn More About Coaching Programs 👉 Inquire About Coaching Programs Here 💪🏻 Connect with me on Instagram 👉 [@withchanyoucan]