{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"This Time Was Different: How Susan Reclaimed Her Health","description":"What made this time different after years of losing and regaining weight? Episode #251 \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f In this episode, Coach Heather Shuker is joined by Susan to share her 69-pound transformation and the mindset shifts that finally made it sustainable. After losing significant weight multiple times in the past, only to regain it, Susan approached this journey differently. Instead of focusing only on the scale, she prioritized health, biomarkers, and building habits she could actually maintain long term. Together, they discuss the importance of consistency, community support, and creating structure that fits real life. They also explore the emotional side of change \u2014 including grieving old habits and learning how to move forward without falling back into all-or-nothing thinking. \ud83d\udc49 What you\u2019ll learn: \u2022 What made this transformation different from past attempts \u2022 Why focusing on health (not just weight) changes everything \u2022 The role of consistency over perfection \u2022 How coaching and community support impact success \u2022 Why grieving old habits is part of the process \u2022 How to recover from setbacks without starting over \u23f1\ufe0f Timestamps 00:00 \u2014 Health vs weight loss: what changed this time 00:52 \u2014 Multiple past weight loss attempts and regain 02:59 \u2014 Starting with simple structure (2 meals, no snacking) 03:39 \u2014 Creating a sustainable way of eating 04:39 \u2014 Coaching, journaling, and daily reinforcement 06:23 \u2014 Biomarkers, health progress, and non-scale wins 07:46 \u2014 What made this time different 09:34 \u2014 Obstacles, setbacks, and avoiding all-or-nothing thinking 11:12 \u2014 Why consistency mattered more than intensity 13:17 \u2014 Tracking progress and building momentum 14:06 \u2014 Giving yourself grace and having a re-entry plan 15:25 \u2014 Food choices, trade-offs, and long-term thinking 17:06 \u2014 Health risks as motivation for change 18:01 \u2014 Advice for getting started 19:13 \u2014 Fear of regain and long-term maintenance strategy 20:04 \u2014 The role of consistency and community 21:19 \u2014 Support, mindset, and staying on track 22:04 \u2014 Final reflections and key takeaways \ud83d\udcdd Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https:\/\/www.thefastingmethod.com\/podcasts\/ \ud83d\udc9b Make It Stick \u2014 Coach Heather Shuker If you\u2019ve lost weight but worry it won\u2019t last, this is the phase that matters most. Make It Stick is a 12-week, coach-led program designed specifically for the transition from weight loss to maintenance \u2014 helping you stabilise your results, reinforce habits, and build a way of eating that holds up in real life. \ud83d\udc49 Learn more: https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/thefastingmethod\/makeitstick \u2728 Partner Offer \ud83e\uddea Curious about Aeira? Learn more at drinkaeira.com and use the discount code podcast10 for 10% off Aeira products. \ud83d\udce3 Connect With Us Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/fastingmethod\/ Facebook Page: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheFastingMethod Facebook Group: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/obesitycodenetwork \u26a0\ufe0f Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider\u2013patient relationship. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. ","author_name":"The Fasting Method Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.thefastingmethod.com","html":"