Are you ready to kickstart your weight loss journey this fall? Autumn is the perfect time to set new goals and establish healthy habits before the holiday season hits. But diving in unprepared can lead to frustration and setbacks.

Join Holly and Jim as they reveal their 5-step checklist to set yourself up for weight loss success. You'll discover how to lay the groundwork for sustainable results - from establishing your baseline to uncovering your deep emotional "why." With the right preparation, you can approach your journey with confidence and excitement instead of dread.

Learn how to stack the deck in your favor and create unstoppable momentum right from the start. This episode will empower you with practical strategies to make weight loss feel achievable and even enjoyable. Don't miss these insider tips to launch your transformation on the right foot this fall!

Discussed on the episode:

• The two key measurements to track before starting (one might surprise you!)
• A simple nightly ritual to boost your mindset and motivation
• Why your "why" matters more than your "how" for long-term success
• The optimal time window to kickstart your fall weight loss
• How to set up your environment for easy wins (and sidestep sabotage)
• The special type of friend that can supercharge your results

Intuitive eating and mindful wellness - are they the key to sustainable weight loss? If you've struggled with restrictive diets and yo-yo weight cycling, this episode is for you.

Join Holly and Jim as they sit down with renowned registered dietitian and nutritionist Bonnie Taub-Dix to explore a refreshing approach to food and body image. Bonnie, author of the bestselling book "Read It Before You Eat It: Taking You From Label To Table," shares her personal journey from dieting struggles to empowered eating.

Discover how intuitive eating can coexist with weight loss goals and learn practical strategies to tune into your body's natural hunger cues. This episode promises to change the way you think about food, dieting, and your relationship with your body.

• The surprising truth about "good" and "bad" foods
• How to set yourself free from the dieting mentality
• The unexpected link between physical activity and appetite regulation
• Practical tips for dealing with emotional eating
• Why dressing the body you have now is crucial for your weight loss journey
• The power of "diluting" your favorite indulgences
• How keeping a food journal can reveal hidden eating patterns
• The real reason Bonnie changed her mind about dietary fat

• "Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch
• Bonnie Taub-Dix's website: betterthandieting.com
• Bonnie's book: "Read It Before You Eat It: Taking You From Label To Table"

Connect with Bonnie Taub-Dix on LinkedIn here: linkedin.com/in/bonnietaubdix

Think you know everything about weight loss? Get ready to put your knowledge to the test!

In this episode of Weight Loss And..., Jim and Holly serve up a fun quiz designed to challenge common misconceptions and reveal surprising truths about weight loss. From metabolism myths to exercise enigmas, each question offers a chance to learn something new.

Are you ready to gauge your weight loss IQ? Join Jim and Holly as they dive into tricky topics, debate controversial claims, and share the latest science. You might be surprised by some of the answers - and walk away with fresh insights to power your own weight loss journey.

Discussed on the episode:

• The surprising truth about converting fat to muscle
• Which burns more calories - running or walking?
• The real impact of eating late at night on weight gain
• Can you lose weight through exercise alone?
• The country with the highest obesity rate (it's not the U.S.!)
• Whether drinking water actually helps with weight loss
• If detoxes and cleanses live up to the hype
• Whether breakfast is truly the most important meal for weight loss