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Weight Loss And ...Your go-to hangout for everything weight loss and beyond. Author: Holly Wyatt & James Hill
Your go-to hangout for everything weight loss and beyond! Seasoned experts in weight management, Dr. James Hill and Dr. Holly Wyatt, are your friendly guides through the maze of weight loss - but with a fun twist! We're not here to preach the latest fad diet or promise a miracle workout. Instead, we're all about embracing the journey, acknowledging that there's more than one way to hit your health goals and having a good laugh while we're at it. We get it, weight loss can be tough, and sometimes, pretty serious business. But why can't it also be enjoyable? With a side of humor, we'll bring you insights from science, real-life stories, and some hard truths. (Spoiler alert: there's no magic answer, but that doesn't mean we can't find what works best for you.) "Weight Loss and..." is your inclusive space to explore, question, and learn. But it's also a place to share a chuckle, hear some fun anecdotes, and feel a part of a community. This isn't just about shedding pounds, it's about gaining a new perspective on life and enjoying the ride. So, if you're up for some honest conversations about weight loss, spiced with a little science and a whole lot of fun, pull up a chair, plug in those earbuds, and let's see where this journey takes us! Language: en Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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When The Scale Stops Moving
Episode 101
Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
You're doing everything right. You've been consistent with your plan, staying active, watching what you eat. But then it happens, the scale refuses to budge. For days. Then weeks. The frustration creeps in, and suddenly you're wondering if all your effort is even worth it.Here's the truth: when your weight loss stalls, it doesn't mean you've failed. It means your body is doing exactly what it's designed to do. The plateau you're experiencing isn't a roadblock. It's actually a sign that something important is happening beneath the surface.Join Holly and Jim as they dive into the science of weight loss plateaus. You'll discover why plateaus happen to everyone, what's really going on in your body when the scale stops moving, and most importantly, the strategic "cards" you can play to break through and keep progressing toward your goals.Discussed on the episode:The surprisingly long period you need to wait before you can actually call it a plateauWhy people with larger bodies don't have slower metabolisms (this myth needs to end)The hormone shifts that make your body fight back as you lose weightHow GLP-1 medications are pushing plateaus from 3-6 months to over a yearThe "cards" you can play when your weight stops moving, and which one to try firstWhy simplifying your meals might be more powerful than you thinkThe controversial science debate about "adaptive thermogenesis"When a plateau is actually your body telling you it's time for weight loss maintenanceThe surprising "vacation strategy" that can unstick a stubborn plateauWhy Holly hits plateaus all the time (and what she does about it)
