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Real Life Weight Loss
Hosted by Corey Little · EN
Welcome to the Real Life Weight Loss Podcast where we cut through the confusion and get down to the truth - down to what really works for REAL people when it comes to losing weight and keeping it off. We're diving into the most doable, sustainable weight loss strategies.
This podcast is all about busy moms, dads, husbands, wives who are working, raising kids, and trying to juggle everything life’s throwing at them … but also want to be the best they can for their family and friends and loved ones.
I’m your host Corey Little, a nutritionist and weight loss specialist with 2 degrees, 3 certifications, and 20 years of experience. I've been a champion bodybuilder with 3% body-fat and I’ve also pigged out at all-you-can-eat buffets and have a deep love of food and enjoying life like crazy! So, I’m not some Nutrition Robot or extremist. I’m a real person just like you who loves the good things in life - friends, family, and all the delicious food that comes with it.
So, make no mistake - this podcast is NOT about how to get six-pack abs or how to drop as much weight as possible in 8 weeks. There’s more to life than abs and there’s more to your body than how much you weigh.
Honestly, weight loss is not really about losing weight … it’s about gaining life! Doing things you never thought you could. Having renewed confidence. And enjoying your body and your health more than ever.
Week by week, I’ll provide bite-sized guidance - 15 to 20 minute episodes that pull back the curtain and reveal the truth about what it takes to lose weight and gain life - what strategy and approach real people are using to get results without giving up their day-to-day life.
And here’s the really cool part …
It’s really not as hard or confusing as you might think.
Changing your body, getting crazy healthy, and demanding success from life is do-able for everyone - and it can be fun - and I’ll show you how.
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The Scale Controlled James’ Happiness Until He Escaped Yo-Yo Dieting and Learned Low Stress Weight Loss
1w ago00:43:08Tap to summarizeFor years, James felt trapped in the same cycle.He'd lose 20 pounds. Gain it back.Start another diet. Repeat.James spent years searching for the "right" diet. He tried . . .Atkins.South Beach.Calorie tracking.Intermittent fasting.Each one helped him lose weight.Each one eventually became too restrictive to maintain.And every time he regained the weight, he blamed himself.He began believing he lacked discipline… or that something was simply wrong with him. Then he discovered a completely different way to approach weight loss.Instead of chasing another diet, James learned how to build consistency, reduce the emotional power of the scale, and create habits that actually fit his life.In this conversation, James shares the mindset shifts that helped him stop starting over and finally experience both lasting weight loss and peace of mind.IN THIS EPISODEJames' history with Atkins, South Beach, calorie tracking, and intermittent fastingWhy every diet worked—but never lastedThe emotional impact of repeatedly regaining weightHow the scale became tied to his self-worthThe danger of believing you're "different"Why consistency matters more than perfectionEscaping the all-or-nothing mindsetBuilding a sustainable lifestyle instead of chasing another dietFinding peace with food, the scale, and yourselfJoin Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →Karen Lost 25 Pounds, But The Real Transformation Was No Longer Using Food To Comfort and Escape
2w ago00:46:25Tap to summarize"Food has been my hiding place and comfort for so long."That simple sentence captures the heart of Karen's story.For years, she believed weight loss meant restriction, misery, and constantly thinking about food.She'd lost weight before. But she was also, in her words, "cranky, hungry, and angry."Every diet promised big results. But . . . None of them taught her how to deal with the emotional reasons she turned to food in the first place.Everything changed when Karen stopped focusing only on the outside and started doing the work on the inside.In this conversation, she shares how changing her relationship with food—and with herself—led to sustainable weight loss that finally fits her real life.Today she's lost 25 pounds, navigated holidays, birthdays, vacations, and everyday life without regaining the weight, and found a level of freedom she never thought possible.In This Episode . . . Karen's journey from emotional eating to food freedomWhy diets kept failing despite short-term successThe emotional burden behind physical weightFeeling betrayed by the diet industryWhy exercise alone didn't lead to weight lossHow changing her mindset changed everythingThe difference between losing weight and living wellWhy sustainable weight loss shouldn't make you miserableFinding peace with food, your body, and yourselfCorey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →A Doctor Who Thought He Knew What To Do, But Couldn’t Seem To Do It
3w ago00:39:52Tap to summarizePaul is a physician.He understands health.He knows how the body works.Yet after COVID, burnout, and the demands of life, he found himself gaining weight, unable to button his pants, and wondering how he'd gotten there.His problem wasn't a lack of knowledge.It was figuring out how to consistently apply what he already knew in the middle of real life.In this episode, Paul shares how shifting from chasing information to following a sustainable framework changed everything. If you've ever thought . . . "I know what to do... I just can't seem to do it," This conversation is for you.Along the way, you'll hear . . .Why "knowing what to do" isn't enoughSustainable systems beat short-term motivationAwareness is often the first breakthroughWeight loss isn't about perfection—it's about building habits that fit real lifeThe hidden cost of fad dietsThe best program isn't the one that promises the fastest results, but the one you can keep doingJoin Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →How Megan Lost 40 Pounds While Everything Was Working Against Her
4w ago00:41:00Tap to summarizeHave you ever felt like everything was working against you?Maybe you've struggled with emotional eating during stressful seasons.Maybe you've received a health diagnosis that completely changed your life.Maybe you've wondered if lasting weight loss is even possible when you're carrying so much.In this heartfelt conversation, Megan shares her journey through serious health challenges, emotional eating, and unexpected setbacks that tested both her body and her mindset.After gaining weight while coping with stress and uncertainty, Megan committed to taking small steps and began seeing real progress.Then life threw another curveball.Instead of letting discouragement take over, Megan learned how to navigate stress without "falling off the wagon" and kept moving forward—one step at a time.Today, she's lost more than 40 pounds, reduced six inches from her waist, three inches from her thighs, and found a new sense of confidence and resilience.This episode is full of practical encouragement for anyone who's trying to pursue better health while navigating the realities of everyday life.We'll cover . . .Megan's story of emotional eating during stressful seasonsWhy setbacks don't have to become stopping pointsHow to stay positive when progress feels difficultThe mindset that helped Megan persevereBreaking free from using food to copeJoin Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →The Advice I Wish Every Man Heard About Losing Weight - Andy’s Story of an Over-40 Transformation
Jul 700:29:58Tap to summarizeFor years, Andy felt stuck.Overweight, frustrated, constantly weighing himself, and repeatedly returning to keto, he believed he just needed more discipline and more effort.So he worked harder.He tracked more.He exercised 6 days per week.And yet the results never seemed to last.In this powerful conversation, Andy shares how he broke free from the all-or-nothing mindset, learned to trust the small steps, and finally created a sustainable approach that led to big weight loss success! Whether you're a man struggling to get started . . .Or someone who's tired of starting over . . . This episode is packed with practical wisdom and insights that will help you find the success you want. We'll explore:What Andy wishes he knew years agoWhy keto seemed to work (until it didn't)How scale obsession was affecting his mindset Why working out more wasn't solving the problemHow he now approaches vacations without regaining weightWhat sustainable weight loss actually looks like in real life!While this conversation is especially valuable for men over 40, the principles Andy shares apply to anyone who's tired of chasing quick fixes and ready to build lasting results.Join Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →How an Over-40 Mom Lost Weight and Found Self Acceptance During a Hurricane of Stress
Jun 3000:40:30Tap to summarizeWhat happens when life becomes so overwhelming that weight loss feels impossible?In this powerful interview, Julie shares her journey through years of crash dieting, chronic illness, family tragedy, and intense self-criticism ... and the breakthrough that finally changed everything.For years, Julie believed her struggle with weight was a discipline problem. She cycled through diets like Slim Fast, Atkins, and Whole30 while battling feelings of rejection, shame, and inadequacy.Then life delivered what she describes as a "hurricane of life-altering stress."This conversation goes far beyond food and exercise. It's about self-worth, resilience, healing, and what it really takes to create lasting transformation.The deeper problem wasn't a lack of effort.It was the emotional burden she was carrying.In This Episode:Julie's history with Slim Fast, Atkins, Whole30, and other dietsHow fear of rejection fueled her weight loss effortsThe hidden connection between self-worth and weight lossWhy trying harder wasn't solving the problemNavigating weight loss during chronic illnessThe internal self-talk that kept her stuck for yearsThe missing ingredient behind sustainable successJoin Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →Why Losing Weight Doesn't Necessarily Lead To The Appearance You Want
Jun 2300:34:09Tap to summarizeHave you ever lost weight, stepped on the scale, and felt successful ... only to look in the mirror and feel disappointed?This episode was inspired by a listener's email that points us to a big truth . . .Losing weight can absolutely improve health and quality of life, but it doesn't always produce the appearance people imagine it will.You'll learn the critical difference between what determines weight loss and what determines how you look and feel, plus practical ways to better align your efforts with your true goals.In This Episode: Why all weight loss is not the sameHow GLP-1s, walking, and strength training create different outcomesHow unrealistic expectations are more prevalent than most people thinkThe cluttered living room analogyHow protein and strength training influence how you lookQuestions to help identify your true goalJoin Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →Weight Loss Lessons Hidden in My 20th Wedding Anniversary
Jun 1600:26:58Tap to summarizeImagine if you treated your marriage the way you treat your diet.After celebrating 20 years of marriage . . . I decided to explore the surprising parallels between marriage and weight loss. Because lasting transformation doesn't happen through perfection, extremes, or quick fixes.If you've ever felt discouraged by slow progress or tempted by another quick fix, this episode will offer a refreshing perspective on what real success actually looks like.We'll cover . . .The identical starting point for marriage and lasting weight lossThe surprising role communication plays in weight loss successThe danger of expecting weight loss to "fix" everythingWhy sacrifice isn't really deprivationWhy quick fixes steal more than just timeJoin Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →The 4 Things That Matter More Than the Scale
Jun 900:26:40Tap to summarizeCan you lose weight and still be unhappy?Absolutely.In this episode, I share a powerful email from longtime coaching client, who reflects on a transformation that went far beyond the scale. Her story highlights a powerful truth . . . Losing weight and gaining life are not always the same thing. Because while weight loss can be valuable, it doesn't automatically create confidence, self-acceptance, freedom around food, or happiness.I'll break down the four questions that will help you define true success and explain why sustainable change requires more than a meal plan and exercise routine—it requires rebuilding the way you live and think.We'll cover . . . A coaching client's powerful story of self-acceptance and growthWhy weight loss doesn't automatically create happinessThe four questions to help you find YOUR best weight Why body image struggles often persist after weight lossMeal plans versus comprehensive life changeQuestions to help you redefine your goalsJoin Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Transcribe →Which of These 3 Weight Loss Strategies Fits You Best
Jun 200:32:02Tap to summarizeMost people think there are endless ways to lose weight.The fitness industry promotes endless methods and meal plans, but the truth is every approach ultimately falls into one of three categories:Outcome-basedLifestyle-basedCombo-basedToday, we'll unpack the pros and cons of each strategy, including:Why weighing frequently can create both clarity and emotional pressureWhy some people thrive with scale data while others might spiral emotionallyThe role that body image can play in weight loss successHow stress and urgency sabotage decision-makingMost importantly, we'll go beyond “just losing weight” and ask a deeper question: What approach actually supports the kind of life you want to live?Join Corey’s Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
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