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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 44 MIN

Episode 93: Why Fat Loss Feels Like a Competition (And How to Stop Competing)

from Ruth Mac Fit Podcast · host Ruth MacIntyre

Why does fat loss suddenly feel harder when there's more food around, more family gatherings, and more time spent with people you haven't seen in a while? A lot of it comes down to comparison. In this episode, I'm getting into why we do it, what it actually does to us, and how to stop letting it get in the way.This episode was inspired by a message from one of my members, who asked - why do we treat fat loss like a competition? Who are we actually competing with?In this episode I cover:The two directions comparison goes in fat loss, and why both of them leave you feeling like you're getting it wrongWhy Easter is such a pressure cooker for this, from the comments around the table to the body comparison that kicks in when you see people you haven't seen in monthsThe psychology of why we feel watched and judged, including a really fascinating study that will change how you think about thisWhy being at your thinnest doesn't always mean being at your happiest, and my honest experience of thisThe No Crap Cake approach to Easter, so you can actually enjoy the weekend without the guilt or the "I'll start again Monday" spiralThree practical tools to use in the moment when comparison starts creeping inWhether you're heading into Easter feeling good about where you are or dreading the long weekend, this one is for you.If you want support with your fat loss in a way that actually fits your life, come and find me here:Website and coaching: www.ruthmacfit.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/ruthmacfitGot a question or something that resonated? Send me a message on Instagram, I love hearing from you.

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