EPISODE · Feb 19, 2025 · 42 MIN
should you diet? how to pursue physique goals without obsession
from Fit to Live Podcast · host Sydney Tollett
apply for 1-1 coachingapply for free nutrition auditfollow me on IGLately, I’ve been sharing a lot about how I’m not dieting or tracking right now—but that doesn’t mean I’m anti-diet. The truth is, dieting can be the right choice for some people, but only if it’s approached with the right mindset and a focus on overall well-being.In this episode, I walk through key questions to ask yourself before entering a dieting phase, from assessing your relationship with food to ensuring your goals align with your current season of life. I also cover practical strategies for maintaining a balanced mindset while in a calorie deficit, including how to use tracking as a tool (without becoming obsessive), when to take diet breaks, and how to avoid common pitfalls like all-or-nothing thinking and food guilt. Plus, I share red flags to watch out for and remind you that your worth is never defined by your diet or body.Timestamps are below!0:40 Introduction to the EP3:30 things you should assess before dieting8:00 things you should have established before dieting15:20 practical tips for dieting without obsession37:15 red flags to lookout for during a diet41:00 final reminders
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apply for 1-1 coachingapply for free nutrition auditfollow me on IGLately, I’ve been sharing a lot about how I’m not dieting or tracking right now—but that doesn’t mean I’m anti-diet. The truth is, dieting can be the right choice for some people, but only if it’s approached with the right mindset and a focus on overall well-being.In this episode, I walk through key questions to ask yourself before entering a dieting phase, from assessing your relationship with food to ensuring your goals align with your current season of life. I also cover practical strategies for maintaining a balanced mindset while in a calorie deficit, including how to use tracking as a tool (without becoming obsessive), when to take diet breaks, and how to avoid common pitfalls like all-or-nothing thinking and food guilt. Plus, I share red flags to watch out for and remind you that your worth is never defined by your diet or body.Timestamps are below!0:40 Introduction to the EP3:30 things you should assess before dieting8:00 things you should have established before dieting15:20 practical tips for dieting without obsession37:15 red flags to lookout for during a diet41:00 final reminders
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