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I Lost 66 Pounds by Eating Fajitas and Doing These 11 Things Every Day

This fitness coach has the best advice for weight loss.

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YouTuber Lucy Lismore is a fitness coach who knows from experience how challenging weight loss can be. Lismore lost 66 pounds in 8 months to get into the best shape of her life, and she’s sharing exactly how she did it with anyone struggling to lose the extra fat. “I know this world can be scary, lonely, and overwhelming, and there is so much information out there at the moment, but to begin with, you really just need to keep it simple and really enjoy the moment and the process because that is the way that you're going to be able to stay consistent and make this into a lifestyle,” she says. Lismore is now an adventurer who travels the world and helps others reach their goals. Here’s exactly how she lost the weight in a healthy, sustainable way.


Morning Weigh-In

Lismore weighed herself every morning and kept track of her measurements while losing weight. “I nearly always weighed myself at the time,” she says. “I don't do that anymore, but we'll go into that in another video. And I would write my stats up on a piece of paper that was stuck to the bathroom door, and then I would start getting ready for the day.”

Bananas and Toast For Breakfast

Homemade peanut butter sandwich with bananas and honey.Shutterstock

Lismore switched her breakfast up so she still had the food she liked best—banana on toast—but with lower-calorie options and portion control. “I would usually have three, maybe four slices,” she says. “So I simply switched it to bagel thins. I wasn't particularly hungry in the morning personally, so I was happy with a slightly smaller breakfast that I could eat, enjoy, and go, and then really focus on having a more tasty and hearty lunch and dinner.”

Coffee Order

Woman hand holding coffee cup on table against city view in vintage cafeShutterstock

Lismore saved herself 200 calories a day by slowly switching up her coffee order for something more diet-friendly. “I still had a latte, but I switched to a medium, then I started to reduce my sugars to two, then to one,” she says. “And eventually, I moved to most of the time having an Americano with a little bit of milk and sometimes a sweetener if I needed it.”

NEAT Activity

Lismore started to work on her non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT), getting more active throughout the day. “I try to be as active as possible,” she says. “It's as simple as things like if I'm taking laundry from my living room to my bedroom and it's going to be a massive load, I will end up just going, you know what? I'll take two trips rather than trying to ram so much into my hands that I'm going to drop it. All those little extras, they really, really do add up, even if it is as simple as just standing for 10 minutes of an hour.”

Chicken Moroccan Soup

chicken fillet on a stone backgroundShutterstock

Lismore used to get lunch on the go, usually something not-so-healthy from the food court, and switched over to delicious chicken Moroccan soup instead. “I set about trying to find something that was hardy, fulfilling, cheap, easy to get hold of, and I settled on soup,” she says. “So I started getting that, and I really, really enjoyed it. I found that it satisfied all my cravings, and I was super, super full for the rest of the afternoon as well. And then I started making my own.”

Sensible About Snacks

Homemade,Kettle,Corn,Popcorn,In,A,BagShutterstock

Lismore was mindful of her snacks while losing weight. “Sometimes I went for low-calorie high-volume, so things like popcorn or pop chips or rice cakes with yogurt, whatever it was,” she says. “But sometimes I would just have chocolate, or I'd have what I was craving. So I literally would just have what I want, but again, I would just be mindful of how much of it I was having.”

At-Home Workouts

Lismore makes the crucial point that weight loss depends heavily on a calorie deficit, which freed her up to do workouts for fun and fitness while losing weight. “If the idea of going to the gym scares you as it did for me, then you can work out at home,” she says. “Or if you just want to go for a walk simply, then you can totally do that too. In fact, I think that walking is very, very underrated. So, if I were going to give you my top tips for exercise, it would be just to be comfortable. Be comfortable with what you're doing, what you're wearing, and where you are.”

Exercise Benefits

Buffalo, Minnesota, USA - May 20, 2017 Murph Challenge 2017, Happy athletic girl coming back from 1 mile run and flexing her bicepsShutterstock

Lismore worked out five times a week, usually Monday-Friday. She insists there is no “right” exercise for weight loss—just the one you enjoy and can stick with. “I just want to reiterate again, you're going to get sick of me saying it, that it really doesn't matter,” she says. “You're going to create a calorie deficit through your nutrition, and exercise may be an added bonus, but there are so many other benefits, such as your mood, your fitness, and your general health, that come from exercise.”

RELATED:I Got Into the Best Shape of My Life at 50 by Following These 6 "Basics"

Fajitas For Dinner

Mexican food. Beef Fajitas - Traditional dish of Mexico.Shutterstock

Lismore loves making fajitas for dinner, which was a favorite meal before losing weight. “What I did was I just reduced it to two wraps,” she says. “I increased the filling, so I still felt quite satisfied. I bulked up the salad, so I made sure there were plenty of voluminous but low-calorie foods in there as well, but I still had everything else. And then, I switched the soft drink to sparkling water instead, which I ended up absolutely loving. So, super easy switches. I was still eating the same stuff. The fillings were all exactly the same. It was just the portions were a lot smaller.”

Herbal Tea

Lismore would have a cup of herbal tea after dinner. “And this was kind of to replace dessert, but it didn't mean that I didn't have dessert,” she says. “It just gave me that break to really think about what I wanted and if I really wanted something. So, as soon as I'd eaten my dinner, I put the dishes away and made myself a cup of purple tea. And in the end, I really enjoyed having that habit of just being able to sit on my tea and enjoy the moment.”

Weight Fluctuations

Overweight female is standing on white scales at homeShutterstock

Lismore makes the point that weight fluctuations are normal and to be expected. “It took me around eight months to lose the majority of that weight, but then the last five kilos [11 pounds] was a little bit longer, and then it's fluctuated ever since then,” she says. “I would say my weight has fluctuated anywhere up to 10 kilos [22 pounds] plus or minus that weight since that's what maintenance is. You are not going to maintain exactly the same weight your entire life because life happens.”

RELATED: 5 Daily Moves to Boost Bone Density After 50

Strength Training

Young smiling fit woman doing exercises with dumbells and looking at her reflection at gymShutterstock

Lismore noticed significant changes once she started adding strength training to her exercise regimen. “When I started doing calisthenics and doing a bit more resistance training and building some muscle, I noticed that my body changed quite a lot,” she says. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Coach Dropped 100 Pounds After She Stopped Believing These 5 Lies
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Are you struggling to lose weight? You might need to make some lifestyle shifts, says one weight loss warrior-slash-expert. Hilary Carver is a fat loss coach who lost 100 pounds naturally and helps her clients do the same. In a new post, she reveals a few key things she learned on her journey that can help you lose weight as well. “I lost 100 pounds naturally. Here’s what I learned,” she writes.

She Started Taking Action

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“A decade ago, I stood exactly where you are. I felt stuck in my body. Tired. Frustrated. Overwhelmed by the thought of starting again because, honestly, I wasn’t sure if I could follow through this time. But something shifted. I realized that if I wanted my life to change, I had to stop waiting for the ‘perfect time’ and start taking imperfect action,” she says.

She Lost 100 Pounds with No Crash Diets or Quick Fixes

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“Over the next few years, I lost 100 pounds naturally. No crash diets. No quick fixes. I followed the exact framework I teach my clients—and it didn’t just transform my body... it changed my life. Here are the MOST important lessons I learned along the way,” she continued.

You Can’t Outwork a Bad Diet

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First, she learned that you can’t outwork a bad diet. “For years, I thought I could exercise my way to results without addressing what I was eating. Spoiler: It didn’t work. When I finally learned how to make meal prep & planning simple, track my food without obsessing, and eat in a way that didn’t feel restrictive—everything changed,” she writes.

Mindset is the Real Work

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Next, she realized that changing her mindset is the hardest part. “I had to face the excuses, the self-sabotage, and the limiting beliefs that kept me stuck. It wasn’t about motivation—it was about choosing to show up for myself, even on the hard days,” she says.

Your Lifestyle Will Make or Break You

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Lifestyle is also important. “The secret to losing 100 pounds wasn’t in doing more. It was in building small, consistent habits that worked with my life—not against it. These small changes stacked up into a BIG transformation,” she says.

Nobody Is Coming to Save You

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She also learned that “nobody is coming to save you.” “This one stings, but it’s the truth: If you want the transformation, you have to take accountability. You have to stop blaming your circumstances and start owning your choices. The moment I stopped making excuses, I started making progress.”

It’s Worth It

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“This journey isn’t just about losing weight. It’s about gaining confidence, energy, and control over your life. It’s about becoming the version of you who feels proud when she looks in the mirror,” she concludes. “I know how overwhelming it feels to start, but I also know what’s waiting for you on the other side of your excuses—and it is SO worth it.” And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

FACT CHECKED BY Christopher Roback
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We adhere to structured guidelines for sourcing information and linking to other resources, including scientific studies and medical journals.

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YouTuber Lucy Lismore is a fitness coach who knows from experience how challenging weight loss can be. Lismore lost 66 pounds in 8 months to get into the best shape of her life, and she’s sharing exactly how she did it with anyone struggling to lose the extra fat. “I know this world can be scary, lonely, and overwhelming, and there is so much information out there at the moment, but to begin with, you really just need to keep it simple and really enjoy the moment and the process because that is the way that you're going to be able to stay consistent and make this into a lifestyle,” she says. Lismore is now an adventurer who travels the world and helps others reach their goals. Here’s exactly how she lost the weight in a healthy, sustainable way.


Morning Weigh-In

Lismore weighed herself every morning and kept track of her measurements while losing weight. “I nearly always weighed myself at the time,” she says. “I don't do that anymore, but we'll go into that in another video. And I would write my stats up on a piece of paper that was stuck to the bathroom door, and then I would start getting ready for the day.”

Bananas and Toast For Breakfast

Homemade peanut butter sandwich with bananas and honey.Shutterstock

Lismore switched her breakfast up so she still had the food she liked best—banana on toast—but with lower-calorie options and portion control. “I would usually have three, maybe four slices,” she says. “So I simply switched it to bagel thins. I wasn't particularly hungry in the morning personally, so I was happy with a slightly smaller breakfast that I could eat, enjoy, and go, and then really focus on having a more tasty and hearty lunch and dinner.”

Coffee Order

Woman hand holding coffee cup on table against city view in vintage cafeShutterstock

Lismore saved herself 200 calories a day by slowly switching up her coffee order for something more diet-friendly. “I still had a latte, but I switched to a medium, then I started to reduce my sugars to two, then to one,” she says. “And eventually, I moved to most of the time having an Americano with a little bit of milk and sometimes a sweetener if I needed it.”

NEAT Activity

Lismore started to work on her non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT), getting more active throughout the day. “I try to be as active as possible,” she says. “It's as simple as things like if I'm taking laundry from my living room to my bedroom and it's going to be a massive load, I will end up just going, you know what? I'll take two trips rather than trying to ram so much into my hands that I'm going to drop it. All those little extras, they really, really do add up, even if it is as simple as just standing for 10 minutes of an hour.”

Chicken Moroccan Soup

chicken fillet on a stone backgroundShutterstock

Lismore used to get lunch on the go, usually something not-so-healthy from the food court, and switched over to delicious chicken Moroccan soup instead. “I set about trying to find something that was hardy, fulfilling, cheap, easy to get hold of, and I settled on soup,” she says. “So I started getting that, and I really, really enjoyed it. I found that it satisfied all my cravings, and I was super, super full for the rest of the afternoon as well. And then I started making my own.”

Sensible About Snacks

Homemade,Kettle,Corn,Popcorn,In,A,BagShutterstock

Lismore was mindful of her snacks while losing weight. “Sometimes I went for low-calorie high-volume, so things like popcorn or pop chips or rice cakes with yogurt, whatever it was,” she says. “But sometimes I would just have chocolate, or I'd have what I was craving. So I literally would just have what I want, but again, I would just be mindful of how much of it I was having.”

At-Home Workouts

Lismore makes the crucial point that weight loss depends heavily on a calorie deficit, which freed her up to do workouts for fun and fitness while losing weight. “If the idea of going to the gym scares you as it did for me, then you can work out at home,” she says. “Or if you just want to go for a walk simply, then you can totally do that too. In fact, I think that walking is very, very underrated. So, if I were going to give you my top tips for exercise, it would be just to be comfortable. Be comfortable with what you're doing, what you're wearing, and where you are.”

Exercise Benefits

Buffalo, Minnesota, USA - May 20, 2017 Murph Challenge 2017, Happy athletic girl coming back from 1 mile run and flexing her bicepsShutterstock

Lismore worked out five times a week, usually Monday-Friday. She insists there is no “right” exercise for weight loss—just the one you enjoy and can stick with. “I just want to reiterate again, you're going to get sick of me saying it, that it really doesn't matter,” she says. “You're going to create a calorie deficit through your nutrition, and exercise may be an added bonus, but there are so many other benefits, such as your mood, your fitness, and your general health, that come from exercise.”

RELATED:I Got Into the Best Shape of My Life at 50 by Following These 6 "Basics"

Fajitas For Dinner

Mexican food. Beef Fajitas - Traditional dish of Mexico.Shutterstock

Lismore loves making fajitas for dinner, which was a favorite meal before losing weight. “What I did was I just reduced it to two wraps,” she says. “I increased the filling, so I still felt quite satisfied. I bulked up the salad, so I made sure there were plenty of voluminous but low-calorie foods in there as well, but I still had everything else. And then, I switched the soft drink to sparkling water instead, which I ended up absolutely loving. So, super easy switches. I was still eating the same stuff. The fillings were all exactly the same. It was just the portions were a lot smaller.”

Herbal Tea

Lismore would have a cup of herbal tea after dinner. “And this was kind of to replace dessert, but it didn't mean that I didn't have dessert,” she says. “It just gave me that break to really think about what I wanted and if I really wanted something. So, as soon as I'd eaten my dinner, I put the dishes away and made myself a cup of purple tea. And in the end, I really enjoyed having that habit of just being able to sit on my tea and enjoy the moment.”

Weight Fluctuations

Overweight female is standing on white scales at homeShutterstock

Lismore makes the point that weight fluctuations are normal and to be expected. “It took me around eight months to lose the majority of that weight, but then the last five kilos [11 pounds] was a little bit longer, and then it's fluctuated ever since then,” she says. “I would say my weight has fluctuated anywhere up to 10 kilos [22 pounds] plus or minus that weight since that's what maintenance is. You are not going to maintain exactly the same weight your entire life because life happens.”

RELATED: 5 Daily Moves to Boost Bone Density After 50

Strength Training

Young smiling fit woman doing exercises with dumbells and looking at her reflection at gymShutterstock

Lismore noticed significant changes once she started adding strength training to her exercise regimen. “When I started doing calisthenics and doing a bit more resistance training and building some muscle, I noticed that my body changed quite a lot,” she says. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

FACT CHECKED BY Christopher Roback
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Our content is fact checked by our senior editorial staff to reflect accuracy and ensure our readers get sound information and advice to make the smartest, healthiest choices.

We adhere to structured guidelines for sourcing information and linking to other resources, including scientific studies and medical journals.

If you have any concerns about the accuracy of our content, please reach out to our editors by e-mailing editors@bodynetwork.com.

Do you want to lose 44 pounds in three months? It may be as simple as incorporating some healthy habits into your lifestyle. Talia Fawaz is a social media influencer who boasts over 147,000 followers on Instagram, sharing about everything from her lifestyle to how she stays in shape. She recently posted a viral video about her weight loss, revealing how she lost an average of nearly 15 pounds per month. Here are ten changes she made to her lifestyle to lose weight.


I Focused on Changing My Diet

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“First things first is food,” Talia says in the video. “I feel like food is actually super obvious.” She explains that if you don’t eat well and expect to lose weight, “it's not gonna happen.” She adds that she started losing weight by eating healthier.

It’s also “really important to know what you're eating, so I would definitely recommend eating at home and cutting out the outside food,” she says. “I wouldn't say cut it out completely, eat like once in a week, something you like from out, but most importantly is like eating at home because I feel like you really know what's in your food and I feel like, it's like a less likely chance that there are some ingredients there that you don't know that could be like stopping you from your weight loss goals.”

RELATED: 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week

I Implemented Volume Eating

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Another one of her tricks? “I did a lot of volume eating,” says Talia. “I ate a lot of broccoli,” she continued. “I had a lot of salads, I had a lot of spinach, I had a lot of lettuce, cauliflower, and so many vegetables that will actually keep me full for a long time.”

I Amped Up My Protein Intake

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She also amped up protein, consuming it “with each and every dish of mine,” she says. “Sea bass fish, broccoli, and a salad would be like my lunch. Like that was a truly a daily thing, and I actually enjoyed it so much.” She recommends pairing a protein with “just volume, volume fruits if that makes sense.”

RELATED: How I Lost 30 Pounds in 90 Days on the Mediterranean Diet

I Practiced Self-Discipline

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“Commitment and self-discipline” are also key, she says. “A lot of people ask me, ‘How are you motivated?’” she says. “Like it's literally a war in your head.” But instead of saying that you will start tomorrow, you have to be unwilling to give up.

I Maintained a Positive Mindset

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You also need a “positive mindset” towards weight loss. This might involve not listening to your head, or if you do, and decide you want McDonald’s, get back on track the next day without beating yourself up.

I Had a Balanced Approach

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It’s also important to have “a balance,” says Talia. ”So it would be more like a lifestyle thing rather than a diet for a short period of time.” You can't have the mindset where you diet for a month and then eat whatever you want. “You have to make it like a lifestyle change.”

I Exercised

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She also started working out. “I did not have access to a gym like when I was trying to lose weight. So I would literally jog around my compound, jog around my area for about an hour or 30 minutes, and it was actually really fun. It wasn't like sprinting or jogging; it was usually like light jogging,” she revealed. She recommends 30 minutes of exercise a day to “slowly progress towards your goals.”

RELATED: 17 Ways Your Body Reacts When You Quit Ozempic

I Made It a Lifestyle Change

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She emphasizes the importance of making it “more of a lifestyle change” and not being overly restrictive. “Just don't, don't restrict yourself and make it more of a lifestyle thing than a temporary thing because that's the only way it's gonna work.”

Finally, “Make this a fun journey,” she says. “You know, I feel like cooking is so therapeutic, so make it fun. If you want a cake, make it a healthy cake. If you want pizza, make it healthy pizza. All the recipes are all online.”

💪🔥Body Booster: Eat plenty of low-calorie, high-volume foods like broccoli, salads, spinach, lettuce, and cauliflower to feel full for longer. These vegetables are great for weight loss as they keep you satisfied without adding many calories to your diet.

FACT CHECKED BY Christopher Roback
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Losing weight doesn't have to mean giving up everything you love. Just ask Ana, who goes by @thecertifiedhypegirl on TikTok. She's a weight loss coach who shed almost 100 pounds in a year without sacrificing her favorite foods or lifestyle. Now, she's sharing her secrets with the world.


Ana's journey wasn't about crash diets or extreme workouts. Instead, she found simple, doable ways to change her habits and relationship with food. Her approach is all about making small changes that add up to big results over time.

"I finally lost all the weight because I stuck with something. I found something that I could do that made sense in my life," Ana says in one of her videos. So, are you ready to transform your body and life without giving up the things you love? Let's dive into Ana's weight loss secrets and learn how you can put them into action today.

I Drank a Ton of Water

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"The first thing I want you to do is drink a … ton of water," Ana says in the video. "Now, I'm not just talking a glass. I'm talking a lot of water, like so much water that you're peeing all day long. Use your bathroom in the morning, get on the scale, and see how much you weigh. Drink half of that in ounces of water. A lot of water."

I Ate What I Love (But Mostly Veggies)

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Ana emphasizes the importance of eating foods you enjoy but with a focus on vegetables. "You need to eat a lot of foods of what you love that are essentially really low in calories," she says. "Get out that recipe book, get onto Google, and do whatever you need to do to find recipes for vegetables that you love. The more vegetables, the more water, the more weight loss."

I Tracked What I Ate

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"Along with the water and along with the vegetables, you need to track what is going into your body so that your mind can be aware of what your body is consuming," Ana advises. "Start writing that … down because it's not enough to say, oh, well, I'll remember what I had. No, you won't."

I Weighed Myself Daily

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"You're going to wanna weigh yourself every single morning," Ana says. "You wanna see what happened yesterday? You want to see if it worked or if it didn't. And make tweaks as the days go on."

I Built Small, Sustainable Habits

In another video, Ana emphasizes the importance of consistency and building small habits. "I finally lost all the weight because I stuck with something. I found something that I could do that made sense in my life," she says. "You have to choose one thing every single week that you're gonna commit to and do it over and over and over again."

I Focused on Nutrition, Not Just Exercise

"Working out should be extra. It is what accelerates the process, but it's not what actually gets you the results," Ana explains. "It's really in your food. What I would suggest is start small with your food, start by tweaking things in the kitchen so that you can enjoy the foods that you're eating, but also see the results that you want."

RELATED: I Lost 30 Pounds While Eating These High-Protein Foods

I Got Creative with Low-Carb Meals

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Ana shares one of her favorite low-carb lunch recipes in a video. "I'm currently on a mission to get rid of some baby weight. I'm also looking for the best recipes to have for lunch that don't involve making a sandwich with bread, but rather with bell peppers," she says.

I Drank Water Before Meals

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"Before every single meal I want you to have a glass of water, 16 ounces before every single meal," Ana advises. "The reason why is because water will actually fill you up and have you eating less essentially when you're having your meals."

I Stopped Eating 4 Hours Before Bed

Ana recommends, "Stop eating at least four hours before you go to sleep. If you go to bed at 10 pm, you wanna be finished your meal at 6. This is one of the biggest reasons I see such a drop because I actually love my body, have time to digest before I go to sleep and chill for the night."

RELATED:Top 10-Minute Exercises That Will Tone Your Sagging Arms

I Gave Myself Time

"You need to give yourself a year," Ana says. "I know that sounds like a long time, but you need to give yourself time, right? Like it took you all this time to put on this weight, it is not going to disappear overnight."

I Started My Day with Water

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"Every single morning when I woke up, I had 32 ounces of water," Ana shares. "I worked up to it. I didn't just all of a sudden started drinking 32 ounces of water. I worked up to it."

I Changed My Mindset About Weekends

"When I started to change my brain around what the weekend meant for me and just looked at it as an extension to my week, that's what really helped," Ana explains. "I stopped thinking about Friday as the day where I was good all week and then just enjoy whatever I wanted on the weekend."

I Managed Late-Night Cravings

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To combat late-night snacking, Ana developed a strategy. "Every time I would sit down at night, I would have my water next to me," she says. "When that craving started to creep in, I would tell myself: if you really want it, you can have it tomorrow."

RELATED:10 High-Protein Hacks That Melt Fat Fast Without Feeling Hungry

I Replaced Scrolling with Productive Habits

"Anytime I caught myself scrolling on my phone, I would stop and go do something that would contribute to my goal," Ana shares. "I went from 235 pounds to 147 pounds, and each action brought me closer and closer to my goal." And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Are you struggling to achieve your weight loss goals? Kiana Monle is a holistic wellness influencer who dropped over 30 pounds and shares her tips and tricks on social media. In a new post, she reveals a few things she did to drop weight. “Before, I felt heavy. I was uncomfortable in my body and was sick of hovering around the same weight for years on end. I got sick and tired of being sick and tired! So I made some changes. BIG ones,” she says in the post, revealing five things she did to lose 35 pounds.

She Got Into a Calorie Deficit

The first thing she did was get into a calorie deficit. “For the first 6 months, I meticulously tracked my calories. I know this isn't for everyone, but it was so helpful to know how much I was eating, and how much I had left to play around with. IMO, this was the biggest game changer,” she says.

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She Went “Back to Basics”

Next, she went “back to basics,” she says. “I used to eat a ton of sweets. It became a cycle, and my weight soared. To reset, I went back to the basics--whole foods , no cakes or cookies. Yes, that first few days were tough (almost caved for some insomnia cookies) but it was worth it. After a week or so I stopped craving so many sweets. I also started to enjoy whole foods more. I later re-introduced cakes, cookies, etc!”

She Exercised

She also started to exercise. “I've always been somewhat active when it came to workouts, but as someone who worked from home, I got maaaybe 1K steps in a day. To move more, I worked out 3X a week (doing @heatherrobertsoncom 's 12 week program) and later added walks 5X a week. Once I finished the plan, I did the second one for a bit before ditching, lifting altogether, and focused on cardio (my fave),” she says.

She Treated Herself to “Daily Fun Foods”

Next, she started treating herself to “daily fun foods,” she reveals. “I reset my palate, but I still kept things fun. My daily treat would be popcorn and a chocolate truffle (huge fan of both!).”

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She Focused on Consistency

Finally, she focused on consistency. “Daily commitment was key. For those first 6 months, when I lost 20 pounds, I would stick to my eating and workout plan. No cheat days, no going off script. I simply built in rest days, and if I ate out, I'd have it fit into my daily calories,” she writes.

She Is Now Focused on Balance

“Now as I maintain my goal weight, it's about finding balance,” she reveals at the end of the post. “It's not always easy, but I'm excited to document it here!” And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss12-3-30 Walking Method: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight Faster.

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Are you struggling to hit your protein goals? Jarrah Martin is a fitness trainer and social media influencer who educates people about fat loss. In a new social media post, he discusses the importance of protein and how eating eggs every day may not always be the best way to meet your daily goals. “10 foods that pack more protein & fewer calories than three eggs,” he writes. “These are protein powerhouses.”

3 Eggs Don’t Offer Enough Protein

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“Look, eggs aren’t bad for protein—hell, they’re decent—but if you’re ONLY eating 2-3 eggs for protein, you’re falling short. Three eggs give you 18g of protein, but that’s 210 calories… decent, but definitely not enough to hit optimal protein targets,” he writes

You Need to Be in a Calorie Deficit While Consuming Enough Protein

“Now, if you’re trying to lose fat, you need to be in a calorie deficit (eating less than you burn). But here’s the deal, protein is your secret weapon to keep muscle, stay full, and make fat loss easier than you thought,” he continues.

10 Foods with More Protein and Fewer Calories Than 3 Eggs

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Here are 10 foods that give you MORE protein for FEWER calories than just 3 eggs:

  1. Nonfat Greek yogurt (1 cup) – 25g protein, 145 cals
  2. Chicken breast (4 oz, cooked) – 30g protein, 170 cals
  3. Cottage cheese (200g, low-fat) – 25g protein, 145 cals
  4. Canned tuna (4 oz, in water) – 24g protein, 110 cals
  5. Egg whites (250g) – 27g protein, 130 cals
  6. Shrimp (5 oz, cooked) – 29g protein, 150 cals
  7. White fish (5 oz, cooked) – 30g protein, 150 cals
  8. Lean ground turkey (6 oz, 99% lean, cooked) – 38g protein, 180 cals
  9. Pork tenderloin (5 oz, cooked) – 30g protein, 170 cals
  10. Protein powder (1.5 scoops) – 33g protein, 150 cals

You Can Keep Eating Eggs Too

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“Try swapping one of these into your next meal and watch how much easier it is to hit your protein goals,” he says. “And yeah, if you like eggs, keep them in the mix—they’re nutrient-dense, no doubt. But balance your shit the right way.”

The Bottom Line

The bottom line? “If you’re serious about fat loss, focus on high-protein, lower-calorie foods that keep you full, build muscle, and make that fat loss WAY easier,” he says. And if you enjoyed this article, don't missthese 8 High-Protein Foods with Nearly Zero Calories That Melt Fat.

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Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs have become popular for weight loss. However, according to some health experts, there are foods you can eat that trigger the same appetite-suppressing hormones as the injections. Grace Macena is a social media influencer and “macro focused” nutritionist who promotes sustainable weight loss. In a new post, she reveals some of the foods that can help with weight loss. “10 foods that I eat daily that mimic Ozempic,” she writes.

Ozempic Turns Down Your Appetite

“These medications mimic a natural hormone in your body called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) — and here’s why that matters,” she writes in the post. “Basically, they turn down your appetite and help your body use food more efficiently.”

Here Is What These Foods Do

  • They slow down how fast food leaves your stomach (you stay full longer)
  • They help regulate blood sugar after meals
  • They reduce cravings by acting on hunger centers in your brain
  • They improve insulin sensitivity

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1. Avocados

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Avocados are the first food she eats to mimic the effects of Ozempic. “Healthy fats = steady blood sugar + long-lasting fullness,” she says.

2. Potatoes

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Next up is a surprising starch: potatoes, “boiled or baked,” she says. “High on the satiety index = super filling with fewer calories.”

3. Chia Seeds

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Chia seeds, which are fibrous little seeds that expand when soaked in liquid, are food number three. “Forms a gel in your stomach = makes you feel full fast,” she writes.

4. Eggs

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Eggs, a staple in most healthy diets, are only on her list. “Protein powerhouse that lowers hunger hormones,” she writes.

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5. Oats

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Oats, especially steel-cut, are another must-eat to mimic Ozempic. “High fiber = blunts blood sugar spikes + keeps you full,” she says.

6. Greek Yogurt

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She is also a fan of Greek yogurt, another food most health experts recommend. “Balances gut health & helps control hunger,” she says.

7. Leafy Greens

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Leafy greens, including kale and spinach, also made the list. “Low cal, high volume = fills you up without the calories,” she says.

8. Meat

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Meat, specifically lean cuts like chicken or beef, is high on her list. “High protein = reduces ghrelin (the hunger hormone) and boosts metabolism,” she says.

9. Salmon

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Up next, salmon. “Omega-3s support insulin health & reduce cravings,” she says about the popular fish.

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10. Berries

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Last on the list of Ozempic-like foods? Berries. “Fiber + antioxidants = better blood sugar control,” she writes. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss 20 Incredible Ozempic Success Stories of All Time

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Do you ever wonder what exercises fitness pros do themselves to achieve their award-winning bodies? We have the answer. Body Network asked Mr. America himself, Jason Kozma, a Los Angeles personal trainer, High Performance Personal Training, to spill the beans on his top core exercises for strong abs. Here are seven he swears by.

Hanging Leg Raises

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Why trainers love it: This move targets the lower abs, which are notoriously hard to hit. It also challenges grip and shoulder stability.

How to do it: Hang from a pull-up bar with your arms fully extended. Some gyms have arm loops expressly for this exercise. Keeping your legs straight, raise them until they’re parallel to the ground (or higher for advanced). Slowly lower them down without swinging.

Trainer Tip: Avoid using momentum; go slow for max burn.

Planks (and Variations)

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Why trainers love it: Planks build deep core strength and improve posture by engaging multiple stabilizing muscles.

How to do it: Forearms on the ground, body in a straight line from head to heels. Keep your glutes and core tight—don’t let your hips sag. Hold for 30–60 seconds.

Trainer Tip: Progress to side planks, plank shoulder taps, or plank reaches for added challenge.

Weighted Sit-Ups

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Why trainers love it: Adding resistance helps strengthen and grow your rectus abdominis (the six-pack muscles).

How to do it: Lie on your back with knees bent, holding a weight plate or dumbbell against your chest or extended overhead. Perform a sit-up while keeping control of the weight. Best to find something to anchor your feet or use a sit-up bench.

Trainer Tip: Keep your lower back from arching as you sit up.

Weighted Crunches

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Why trainers love it: A focused, compact move that brings serious burn to the upper abs.

How to do it: Lie on your back, knees bent, weight plate either held behind your head or held at arms length above your face. Crunch upward, lifting shoulder blades off the floor, then lower with control.

Trainer Tip: You can do these on an exercise ball to get a greater range of motion.

Russian Twists (Weighted or Bodyweight)

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Why trainers love it: Excellent for building oblique strength and rotational power.

How to do it: Sit with your knees bent, heels off or lightly touching the floor. Hold a weight and twist side to side, touching the ground on each rep.

Trainer Tip: Keep your chest lifted and back straight to avoid strain.

Dead Bug

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Why trainers love it: Teaches core stability and coordination, great for beginners and advanced lifters alike.

How to do it: Lie on your back, arms extended toward the ceiling, knees bent at 90 degrees. Lower your opposite arm and leg toward the floor without arching your back. Return to start and repeat on the other side.

Trainer Tip: Press your lower back into the floor the entire time.

Ab Wheel Rollouts

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Why trainers love it: One of the most challenging and effective moves for building total core strength and control.

How to do it: Start on your knees with hands gripping the ab wheel. Slowly roll forward, keeping your core tight, until your torso is almost parallel to the floor. Roll back to the starting position.

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