Real Life Weight Loss

Why I Hate Setting Goals and What To Do Instead

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You have to set goals! Right?Be sure to write down your goals, right?And read your goals every morning, right?Stay focused! And keep your eye on the p...

How We Lie To Ourselves About Food and Losing Weight

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we’re just too close to a situation to truly see it for what it is. We’re “in it” so it’s really tough for us to be honest with ou...

The Simple Thing You Might Be Missing That Has a POWERFUL Effect On You

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is something that exists in your day-to-day life that has a powerful effect on you. The worst part is - most of us aren’t even aware of it!&nb...

Self Sabotage Is Real: 3 Ways You Might Be Doing It

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered why you messed up or quit when things were going so well?Have you ever wondered why you just can’t seem to get started?Are yo...

Most People Have This Backwards [Change It and Change Your Life]

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For 20 years I’ve been teaching people how to lose weight. I teach them all about nutrition … all about exercise … all about how to make it prac...

7 Lessons You Don’t Want To Miss

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for me to save you some time? I just went back over all 91 episodes of this podcast and in this episode I’m revealing to you …Three of the m...

How To Enjoy Thanksgiving Without Screwing Up Your Weight Loss Goals

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are 4 big ways that you can screw up your weight loss goals on Thanksgiving (or any holiday). I want to help you avoid those pitfalls and enjoy ...

Can You Lose Weight Drinking Wine or Beer?

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a wine or beer drinker? Are you also trying to lose weight? If so, then this episode is especially for you! Today we answer the questions …D...

Something You’re Falling For From The Diet Industry

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I used to do this and it doesn’t work. And now they diet industry is using it to make sales!Are you falling for it? Are you being fooled by this sal...

My Least Favorite Thing To Hear Someone Say

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you say this? If so, you’re instantly limiting yourself. There is something that one of my family members says that makes me sad and dr...

Sustainable, Shame-Free Weight Loss and The Power of Community

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You're in for a treat! Today you’re going to meet Susanna. Her story is subtle, but it’s powerful! She and I discuss ...How to make weight lo...

Which “Diet Personality” Are You?

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You approach dieting and weight loss in 1 of 3 ways. And this approach is determined by your “diet personality.”In today’s episode, I explain al...

How To Eat Whatever You Want and Still Lose Weight

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is it possible?! Can you eat whatever you want and still lose weight? Yes!And in this episode I explain how along with …How to use the “rules” o...

A Simple Way To Instantly Have More Discipline and Stick To Your Goals

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to be disciplined? Is it hard for you to be consistent and stick to your diet or workouts?Maybe you think you could lose weight i...

Frankenstein Diet

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you doing the Frankenstein diet and don’t even realize it? Are you combining different things from different diets?Are you kind of, sort of...

My Challenge To You (That’s WAY More Important Than Losing Weight)

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode almost didn’t happen. I didn’t think I had it in me. But … After some thought, I decided that maybe we could turn tragedy into...

Three Things On My Mind

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve got 3 things on my mind and I’m sharing them with you. Tune in to discover …What someone said to me last week that really shocked me!The go...

Secrets To Keeping Weight Off Forever

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the point of losing weight if you don’t keep it off?Weight loss is great, but if it doesn’t stay lost … then it’s worthless. Losing i...

How To Do The Things You Think You Can’t Do

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is something you’re convinced you can’t do? Or something you think you’re not good at? Here’s the thing ...If you’re ever going to lose...

The Problem With “Before and After” Pictures

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Before and after pictures are everywhere in the weight loss and fitness world. Spoiler alert! I don’t like them! I have a few major problems wi...

How To Lose Weight Eating Carbs

02 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have to cut out carbs to lose weight? Do you have to fast for ¾ of your day?Do you ever wonder if your metabolism is just totally screwed...

How To Overcome Self Sabotage and Lose Weight

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you can be your own worst enemy? But you can’t figure out why or how to overcome it. There’s more to your self sabotage than...

Jacquie’s Story of Overcoming Back Pain and Finally Keeping The Weight Off

25 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For a lot of people, the problem isn’t losing weight. The problem is keeping it off! That was Jacquie’s story. She’s struggled with her weight s...

Stuff No One Tells You About Successful Weight Loss

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Losing weight doesn’t happen how you think it does. True success is probably a lot different than you imagine or the story you have in your hea...

How To Lose 20 Pounds Even If You’re Busy and Stressed

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

My friends, you’re in for a treat! Today you’re going to meet Mark. He’s a husband, a father, and a businessman with a hectic schedule who found...

Does Intermittent Fasting Work and Should You Do It?

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to discover the truth about Intermittent Fasting?It’s one of the most popular diet and weight loss trends. But should it be?In today’s episo...

Are You Fat or Beautiful or Lazy or Strong?

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This might be one of my most controversial episodes ever. Honestly, I was nervous to record it. But I truly believe in what I’m sharing. See …When...

Weekend Weight Loss Challenge!

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As you guys know, I am NOT a fan of weight loss challenges. They’re a short-term rah-rah solution to a larger, long-term problem. But here’s the t...

Little Things That Make a Big Difference [Real Life Example]

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do the little things matter when it comes to losing weight? Just a couple of weeks ago, I reconnected with a client. She’s always been really i...

Five Core Beliefs That Could Change Your Life

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Someone recently asked me to list my key weight loss principles. After some thought, I condensed everything down to my 5 core beliefs. These are the c...

How To Find The Best Diet For YOU

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the best diet to help you lose weight?This is what most people want to know. But they’re thinking and asking the wrong question. So today I...

Will Natural Foods Help You Lose Weight?

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Should you try to eat all natural foods?When people see the word “natural,” most instantly feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The word just feels goo...

Are You Diet Jumping?

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is "diet jumping" and are you doing it? In today’s episode, we’re not only covering that, I also explain one of the biggest and sneakiest rea...

What To Do When Friends and Family Are Screwing Up Your Diet

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What in the world are you supposed to do when you feel “food peer pressure” from family or friends? How do you deal with a situation where you fee...

Why You Might Not Be Losing Weight

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re not losing weight and can’t figure out why, this episode is for you! I’m going to explain the 3 biggest reasons that people aren’...

The Worst Thing You Can Do If You Want To Lose Weight

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You’re probably guilty of this and don’t even realize it. It’s sneaky and can sabotage your weight loss efforts before you know it. But the wors...

The Most Powerful Thing on The Planet

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about YOU and all for YOU - the amazing person who subscribes and consistently listens to this podcast.There are certain things I ...

How To Lose Weight Fast

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Who doesn’t want to lose weight fast?! Well, today I’m going to show you exactly how to do that. There are things you can do with nutrition a...

4 Things That Successful People Do

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know the secrets to success? If losing weight were a video game, this would be the cheat code! So the other day I was thinking - Wha...

How Tracey Lost Weight and What She Wants You To Know

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I can almost guarantee you’ll see yourself in Tracey’s story. She was borderline depressed and beyond frustrated. She said - "I have no idea ...

How To Naturally Reduce Inflammation and Pain

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we’re addressing the inflammation situation! I do my best to explain and demystify inflammation, the associated aches and pains, as well...

Food Is Just Fuel [RANT!]

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Food and sex. Talked about with a lot of emotion. Yep ...This is going to be a rant and might offend someone. You’ve been forewarned. Okay, here we ...

4 Step Process To Assess Where You Are and Start Losing Weight

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is a question that drives me NUTS! More about that later. Today I’m going to walk you through a 4-step process that will help you do two thing...

How Ally Overcame Poor Body Image, Supercharged Her Confidence, and Changed Her Life

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is a lie everywhere we look. And the lie says - if you want to be happy, if you want to have more confidence, if you want to be sexy, if you wan...

The Biggest Issue We Face and My Wife Ally’s Personal Story of Overcoming It

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our world has a massive problem. If I’ve learned anything from talking with, counseling, and coaching all kinds of people for over 20 years, it’s ...

One Simple But Powerful Question

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Friday Firecracker - a short episode that packs a big punch!In just 10 minutes, we’re exploring a simple question that can reveal so much...

How To Lose Weight When You’re Super Busy

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is life crazy busy? Are you being pulled in 100 different directions? Yet, you really want to work on your body and lose some weight? Well today’s e...

The Weird Thing We Do When We Struggle

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Friday Firecracker - a short episode that packs a big punch!In less than 10 minutes, I’ll explain a super powerful concept and then refer...

How To Lose Weight When You Love Food

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hey! I got a secret for ya - I LOVE food. Like really, really love food. If you love food too, but you want to lose weight, then this is the episode f...

How Often Should You Weigh Yourself?

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How many times do you weigh yourself? Everyday? Twice per day? Are you weighing too often? Or not enough?Are you scared that if you don’t get o...

Should You Count Calories? Or Track Macros?

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

“How many calories should I be eating?”Today, we’re jumping into some real-life coaching! I’ve been having a few conversations with people on ...

3 Step Process That Will Change Your Life

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

To change your body, you must first change your brain. I’ve said it hundreds of times and today I outline a 3-step process to do just that. It’s t...

Hidden Beliefs That Are Holding You Back From Losing Weight and Loving Life

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the 5 most common limiting beliefs for people trying to lose weight!Ever wondered why losing weight and getting in shape is super hard for so...

A Superpower That Will Help You Lose Weight and Make Sense of Your Life

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your brain has a superpower that’s either working for you or against you. The problem is - you’re probably not even aware that your brain CAN do t...

Detox Secrets! [The Easiest Detox Ever]

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Feel like you need a reset with your body?Who doesn’t love a good detox, right? I mean we go through life and we eat food that makes us feel bloated...

You’ve Got To Stop Doing This To Yourself

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you doing this? I hope not. Because it leads to this kind of crap …Major weight loss strugglesAn unhealthy relationship with food and exerciseAn...

The Arrogant Excuse That Ingrains Failure

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I hear this a lot … and honestly, it makes me a little crazy. On the surface, it seems to make sense. But when we dig deeper, it’s just an arrogan...

Wake Up Call! The Lie That Moms and Dad’s Are Believing

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There's nothing more important than family and your children … BUT there is a massive difference between "nothing being more important" and that bei...

Weight Loss Is Simple

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Weight loss seems so confusing with endless options and varieties. It leaves you wondering what in the world is the right choice? What in the world is...

How To Lose Belly Fat

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

So what is the best way to get rid of belly fat? Spare tire. Muffin top. Love handles. Beer belly.Call it whatever you want, but nobody likes fat...

Do NOT Miss This! Life-Changing Lessons From Abbie’s Incredible Weight Loss Story

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know the secrets to weight loss success? Need some super-powered inspiration? Want to know what real life weight loss looks like? Well, you’...

The Most Amazing and REAL Weight Loss Story Ever

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve got the most incredible story for you today from a young lady named Abbie. And I’m making you a promise …If you will just pay attention to ...

The REAL Reason People Quit Their Diet

24 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I fell off the wagon.I’m on the struggle bus.I fell off the wagon and got run over by the struggle bus. I’ll just start fresh Monday.I just c...

Lose Weight and Love The Process By Balancing These Two Things

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re going to lose weight and get fit once and for all … like totally change your life for good, then you must do this. You’ve got to addre...

Learn From My Mistakes [My Story]

17 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Want to learn from the mistakes I made? I might be “Mr. Weight-Loss Nutrition Guy” now, but that wasn’t always the case.In today’s episod...

Inspiring Real Life Stories From The Corona Era

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been needing a big dose of "you can do it" motivation, you're about to get it! Today, I’m sharing some incredibly inspiring stories from r...

Weight Loss Foreplay (And 3 steps to achieve any goal!)

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck in the first step of losing weight and changing your body?I call it Weight Loss Foreplay. And if you’re not careful, you can become ad...

A Life-Changing Truth That Will Become Your Secret Weight Loss Weapon!

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you addicted to weight loss foreplay?Better yet - what is weight loss foreplay? And what do it, dating, and getting married have to do with losing...

Stress Eating vs. Stress Stopping

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

3 steps to overcome stress eating!Today I want to provide some clarification and be sure you understand the difference between stress eating and stres...

How To Get Fat and Stay Like That!

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The top 5 things that will make you gain weight like a newborn baby!Forget being slender and fit and healthy, who wants to know how to get fat and sta...

The Choice We All Face During Stressful Times

27 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Whenever stressful scary times hit, we’re always faced with a choice. Suddenly, even though we might not realize it, we're staring at a very importa...

A Sneaky Food Habit That Might Be Messing You Up

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re going to discuss a sneaky eating habit that you’re probably justifying, but it's totally screwing up your energy levels and killing yo...

How To Overcome Anxiety and Stay Motivated During These Crazy Times

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Let's be honest ... crazy times have us all going crazy. Forget "living your best life," most of us are just trying to stay alive! Anxiety is swirling...

The Big A-Ha Breakthrough Moment You Need To Have

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Once you actually “get this,” you’ll finally be on the right track for true weight loss success. It’s the best and worst thing you’ll ever h...

The Coronavirus Cure

13 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Obviously, I am totally kidding with the title of this episode. I am not promising any sort of miraculous cure. So, are we talking about today? Well …...

5 Things To Stop Doing

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After 20 years of coaching people, here are 5 of the top things I think someone should stop doing if they want to finally lose weight once and for all...

The Weight Loss Solution That Makes No Sense But Works Like Crazy

06 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m walking you through a crazy, counterintuitive weight loss approach that is almost a little scary and seems to make no sense at all … BU...

A Bad Food-Exercise Trend I’m Seeing

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to wear yourself out for no reason, be my guest. If not, then pop in your earbuds and take notes for the next 19 minutes!Today, I’m goin...

3 Steps To Break Out of A Rut

28 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m explaining three simple, but powerful steps to break out of a rut. Three things you can do to overcome that 1-2 punch of fear and overwhel...

The 1-2 Punch That Might Be Keeping You Stuck

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever noticed that sometimes it’s just tough to take action? Sometimes it’s hard to get ourselves going. Let’s just admit it … sometim...

Let’s Talk Keto

21 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready for the good, bad, and ugly of KETO? Here’s a behind the scenes look at this popular diet, including ...What it is …How it works (or...

A Big Mistake That’s Robbing You of Results [RANT!]

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s topic drives me nuts and straight-up makes me mad. It’s one of the biggest problems you’ll face when it comes to losing weight. And...

Two Words That Guarantee Failure

14 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are two words … two powerful words that we’ve all said from time to time and when one of my clients say this … I KNOW they’re NOT going ...

The Most Important Thing I Could Ever Share With You

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You’re about to learn 4 powerful weight loss principles, including the most important thing I could ever share with you. Get ready to laugh, to be c...

How To Lose 10 Pounds in 10 Days

07 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

10lbs in 10 days?? Yes! You can do it! And I’m about to show you how.In this episode, I explain six different ways you can drop 10 lbs in 10 days or...

Five Different Types of Hunger

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Learn How To Empower Yourself to Make Better Food Choices.Have you ever eaten something and later wondered - Why did I eat that? Or have you ever...

The ONLY 3 Reasons Someone Can’t Lose Weight

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm going to pull back the curtain on this whole “weight loss thing” and explain the only three reasons someone can’t seem to lose weight...

Cheat Meals and Guilty Pleasures

24 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode answers one of the most frequent questions that Ally and I get asked.What are my guilty pleasures? Do Ally and I ever eat “cheat m...

Are You Falling For This Motivation Lie?

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you sometimes suffer from a lack of motivation?Do you need more motivation?In actuality, you might be falling for the “motivation lie.” Le...

The Emotions of Trying To Lose Weight [A True Story!]

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This made me cry. Seriously.A lady sent me a message on Facebook. Her story is so true, so raw, and so real. It perfectly captures the emotions o...

Here’s What You’re Gonna Do Wrong This New Year

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Only 8% of people will be successful with their new year resolutions. So ...What can we do to make sure you’re part of that 8%? How can you avo...

My Weight Loss RANT!

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Say WHAT?!?  Are you serious?? Please tell me you’re kidding right now.That’s what was going through my head, but it’s not how I ...

How To NOT Gain Weight During The Holidays – Part Two

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week I’m going to share 3 specific things you can begin doing that will allow you to eat your favorite foods, enjoy the holidays, and cruise in...

How To NOT Gain Weight During The Holidays – Part One

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The holidays are among us! And with the holidays come decadent, rich, heavy, calorie-filled foods … pretty much everywhere you look, right?So, what ...

The 3 Big Consistency Killers

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Arguably, the #1 struggle people face when trying to lose weight is “sticking to it” and being consistent. And …No consistency = no results.So, ...

What’s The Best Diet?

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Okay, so one of the most common questions I get asked is …What’s the best diet?For anyone that wants to lose weight, tone up, and get fit, it prob...

The #1 Thing You Need To Hear If You Want To Lose Weight

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Someone once said - "It’s hard to win a fight if you don’t even know you’re in one."Well, if you want to lose weight, it can certainly feel like...

Welcome to the Real Life Weight Loss Podcast

18 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Real Life Weight Loss Podcast where we cut through the confusion and get down to what really works for REAL people who want to lose wei...