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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 45 MIN

Ep. 383 - 7 Reasons Progress Feels Slower Than It Should

from The Chasing Health Podcast · host Chase Smith

SummaryIn this episode, Chase and Chris talk about why your progress on your health journey might feel slow—and why that’s totally normal. They break down seven big reasons people often feel stuck, even when they’re doing “all the things.” From comparing your journey to others to letting emotions control your decisions, this episode helps you check in with yourself, reset expectations, and keep moving forward with clarity. If you're feeling like progress isn’t happening fast enough, this is the reality check you need. Simple, honest advice that helps you get out of your own way and stay consistent.Chapters(00:00) Why Progress Feels So Slow at the Start of a Journey(01:19) The Power of Self-Assessment in Your Health Journey(02:08) Comparison to Others Is Killing Your Momentum(08:33) Are You Really as Consistent as You Think?(12:00) Trying to Change Everything at Once? Here’s Why That Backfires(15:49) When Emotions Take the Wheel: Logic vs. Feelings(21:35) Stop Moving the Goalposts: Celebrate Your Wins!(24:54) Are You Really Moving Enough or Eating Less? Probably Not(34:41) Tracking Isn’t a Diet—It’s a Tool(38:37) You’re Actually Losing Weight at the Right Pace—Be Patient!SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective

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